Chapter 1: Introduction; How To Use This Manual; Leopard Compact Linear Line Array Loudspeaker - Meyer Sound LEOPARD Operating Instructions Manual

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Make sure to read these instructions in their entirety before
configuring a Meyer Sound loudspeaker system. In
particular, pay close attention to material related to safety
issues.
As you read these instructions, you will encounter the
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Information and specifications are subject to change.
Updates and supplementary information are available at
www.meyersound.com.
Meyer Sound Technical Support is available at:
• Tel: +1 510 486.1166
• Tel: +1 510 486.0657 (after hours support)
• Web: www.meyersound.com/support
LEOPARD COMPACT LINEAR LINE ARRAY
LOUDSPEAKER
The LEOPARD compact linear line array loudspeaker
(Figure 1) reproduces audio faithfully with tremendous
power, superior intelligibility, and extremely low distortion.
Rounding out Meyer Sound's award-winning LEO
loudspeakers, LEOPARD delivers the same advantages of
self-powered design, linear response, and precise directional
control as its bigger siblings LEO-M
®
Family of
™ and LYON ™ .
Figure 1: LEOPARD Compact Linear Line Array Loudspeaker
LEOPARD breaks new ground in loudspeaker array
performance, providing exceptional phase coherence and
consistent coverage in a light, compact cabinet, making it
extremely versatile. Its amplifier, driver, and horn designs
ensure that LEOPARD systems reproduce any sound source
with linearity over a wide dynamic range, from speech and
classical music to rock and EDM. LEOPARD loudspeakers
are optimized for use with minimal processing, yielding
excellent performance right out of the box.
LEOPARD is portable and easy to configure. Its low weight
and narrow profile make it well-suited for small- to medium-
sized touring acts and fixed installations, where scalability
and ease of rigging are essential. A newly-designed class D
amplifier affords unprecedented efficiency to LEOPARD,
significantly lowering distortion while reducing power
consumption and operating temperature. The onboard
amplifier and control circuitry are contained in a single, field-
replaceable module.
For low-frequency enhancement, LEOPARD pairs with Meyer
Sound's 900-LFC low-frequency control element, which can
be flown as part of LEOPARD arrays without transition
hardware (Figure 2). The 900-LFC shares with LEOPARD the
advantages of excellent power-to-size ratio, improved
efficiency, and versatility.
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