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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS LYON™ LINEAR LINE ARRAY LOUDSPEAKER
What is LYON? The LYON linear line array loudspeaker is a member of Meyer Sound’s LEO™ Family. Modeled after the acclaimed LEO-M™, LYON offers very accurate sound reproduction, at any operating level, exceptional headroom with extremely low distortion, and optimized rigging that streamlines both setup and breakdown. LYON is ideal for medium- to largescale applications that do not require the extreme longthrow capability of LEO-M. LYON can also be used for midfill, downfill, sidefill, and outfill with LEO-M systems.
What are the components in a LYON array system? For greater flexibility, LYON is available in two models: LYON-M for primary array coverage and LYON-W for wide coverage. For low-frequency content, LYON arrays are complemented with Meyer Sound’s 1100-LFC low-frequency control element. LYON systems are driven by Meyer Sound’s Galileo Callisto™ 616 array processor, which provides matrix routing, alignment, and processing for individual array components.
What are the key advantages for LYON array systems?
Which other Meyer Sound loudspeakers integrate well with LYON array systems? Meyer Sound self-powered loudspeakers generally complement and integrate well with each other. The most suitable Meyer Sound loudspeakers that can be used with LYON are the 700-HP subwoofer for low frequencies, the JM-1P and UPA-1P/2P for frontfill and sidefill, and MICA as separate supplemental arrays.
Can LYON be integrated with LEO systems? Absolutely! Because LYON matches the acoustical characteristics of LEO-M, it can be used for midfill or downfill at the bottom of LEO-M arrays. Depending on the particular coverage needs, LYON-M, LYON-W, or a combination of the two can be used. For seamless transition for horizontal coverage, a combination of LYON-M and LYON-W is recommended. LYON arrays can also be used for sidefill and outfill to supplement LEO-M systems.
What is the Galileo Callisto 616? The Galileo Callisto™ 616 array processor is a version of Galileo® with new filters optimized for aligning array systems. The Callisto 616 is optimized for LYON and LEO-M but also works well with M’elodie, MILO, and JM-P. Callisto’s U-shaping filter is based on Meyer Sound’s TruShaping® EQ and offers equalization curves that were extremely difficult (if not impossible) to previously achieve.
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Exceptional size and weight to SPL ratio
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Very powerful, including ample headroom for high frequencies
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Extremely linear — very well behaved and reliable at any operating level
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Reproduces source material (mix) very faithfully at any operating level with great definition and accuracy
Is Galileo Callisto 616 pre-configured for use with LYON?
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Easy to use in all aspects: design, installation, rigging, and fine-tuning for mixes
The Galileo Callisto 616 includes starting point Compass configurations for LYON systems with basic controls for tailoring the system. These basic control pages are called Usets. Starting point EQs for different array curves can also be loaded and assigned to specific outputs.
Can downfill loudspeakers be used with LYON loudspeaker arrays? For greater flexibility, LYON is available in two models: LYON-M for primary array coverage and LYON-W for wide coverage. LYON-W can be used wherever wide coverage is needed in LYON arrays, at the bottom or in the middle of primary arrays, or even at the top of outfill arrays. Because LYON-W matches the acoustical characteristics and vertical coverage of LYON-M, transitions for horizontal coverage is seamless.
Is LYON supported in MAPP? LYON is supported in a special release of MAPP called MAPP Online XT™ that is available upon request. MAPP Online XT is highly recommended for designing LYON systems. For more information, contact Meyer Sound Technical Support (
[email protected]).
LYON FAQ
Which drivers are included with LYON?
What about wide coverage LYON-W?
LYON includes all new proprietary drivers designed for maximum output with maximum reliability. The two 12-inch lowfrequency drivers include heat sinks to ensure they run cool. The two high-power 3-inch compression drivers are coupled to an aluminum waveguide for maximum heat dissipation.
The horizontal coverage for the wide coverage LYON-W is similar to that of MICA is also extremely well behaved.
What advantages does the new LYON amplifier offer? LYON’s amplifier offers improved heat dissipation, allowing it to run cool under extreme operating conditions. In addition, it includes a next-generation control card that offers an impressive arsenal of proprietary filters that achieves accurate level reproduction with linear frequency response, driver protection, and extended phase correction.
What types of connectors does LYON have? LYON includes an XLR 5-pin female input connector for receiving balanced analog audio and RMS on a single composite cable. An XLR 5-pin male loop output connector is also included for daisy-chaining signals. XLR 3-pin connectors are optionally available for LYON loudspeakers. A powerCON 32 connector is included for AC power input.
What is LYON’s operating voltage range?
How many LYON cabinets can be flown with the MTG-LYON top grid? The MTG-LYON top grid can fly 18 cabinets at a 7:1 safety factor, or 22 cabinets at a 5:1 safety factor. Some restrictions apply for these maximum ratings. MAPP Online XT is highly recommended for system design and rigging verification.
What splay angles are available with LYON? Available splay angles are 0.0, 0.5, 1.0,1.5, 2.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 7.0, and 9.0 degrees. 7.0 and 9.0 degrees are provided for loudspeakers at the bottom of the array. 0.0 degrees is provided mainly for transport.
Can splay angles be set for LYON loudspeakers when they are resting in stacks? How does it work? Yes. Splay angles can be set while units are stacked on the floor or in caster frames. This reduces rigging time dramatically since it is no long necessary to adjust motors when setting splay angles.
LYON includes Meyer Sound’s Intelligent AC™ power supply, which automatically adjusts for any line voltage worldwide and provides both soft turn-on and transient protection. LYON can operate at voltages within 85–134 V AC and 165–264 V AC at 50 or 60 Hz. However, operation at 220 V AC (165–264 V AC) is recommended for LYON to reduce current draw. In addition, make sure to use AC power cables with sufficient gauge to operate with stable voltages during peaks.
What is LYON-M’s horizontal coverage? The horizontal coverage for LYON-M is similar to that of MILO, however, LYON-M includes the next-generation horn and driver configuration that is extremely well behaved and accurate down to 200 Hz. Please note that MAPP Online XT is highly recommended for LYON system design.
What is LYON’s vertical coverage? The vertical coverage for LYON is optimized for arrays. As more elements are arrayed in a vertical column, they project more mid and high frequencies through coupling. Vertical coverage at high frequencies can be controlled by adjusting the splay angles between elements. Moderately curved arrays yield a wider vertical coverage, while narrow angles yielder longer throw and narrower coverage. Please note that MAPP Online XT is highly recommended for system design.
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LYON Front GuideALink Label
LYON FAQ
The rear GuideALinks attach at a fixed 0-degree splay angle. The front GuideALinks determine the loudspeaker’s splay angle and are pinned with two quick-release pins: (1) the first quick-release pin is inserted in one of the yellow ANGLE positions (both sides) to set the splay angle; after the stack is lifted with the motors, the loudspeaker rotates on the axis of the rear GuideALinks and the front GuideALinks slide into position because of the weight and gravity of the loudspeakers, at which point, (2) the second quick-release pin is inserted in the corresponding blue LOCKING position (both sides) to lock the splay angle.
Can the MTG-LYON top grid travel on top of stacks? Yes. In addition, optional, protective covers are available to accommodate LYON stacks with an MTG-LYON on top. If there are concerns about the grid bumping into other stacks, Meyer Sound offers an optional wheel frame extension kit to raise the stack by 1 inch.
How do the new GuideALinks facilitate breaking down LYON arrays? When the quick-release pins are removed from the blue LOCKING positions and stowed in the STOW PIN position, the loudspeaker splay angles return to 0 degrees as the array lands in the caster frame, at which point the removed quick-release pins can be inserted in the TRANSPORT position to lock the splay angles at 0 degrees for safe transport.
Can lasers be attached to the MTG-LYON top grid? Yes, the grid accommodates brackets and adapters, at several positions, for lasers and inclinometers.
What additional rigging options are available for LYON array systems? In addition to the MTG-LYON top grid and MCF-LYON caster frame, the following options are available: ■
MTF-LEO/LYON transition frame
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PBF-LYON pull-back frame
In addition, the following LEO-M rigging accessories can be used with LYON: ■
RPP-LEO-M rear pull-up plate
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MVP motor V plate assembly
MCF-LYON Caster Frame, LYON Stack, and MTG-LYON Top Grid
For more information, see “Additional Rigging Options for LYON” on page 4.
How many LYON loudspeakers can be transported with the MCF-LYON caster frame? The MCF-LYON caster frame can transport up to four LYONs. Protective covers are optionally available for stacks of 2, 3, or 4 cabinets.
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LYON FAQ
Additional Rigging Options for LYON
MVP Motor V Plate Assembly Attaches two motors to the rear or front center pickup point of the MTG-LYON top grid, to fine tune the horizontal aim of the array ±21 degrees MTG-LYON Top Grid With some restrictions, flies up to 18 LYONs at a 7:1 safety factor, or up to 22 LYONs at a 5:1 safety factor. The grid accommodates a variety of pickup configurations with six pickup points, three each on the front and rear of the grid
RPP-LEO-M Rear Pull-Up Plate The optional pull-up plate helps assemble large flown arrays with wide splay angles. Flown arrays can be pulled up (with a motor) to expand its splay angles so the blue locking pins can be more easily inserted. LYON stacks in caster frames can be pulled up and tilted to facilitate linking to flown arrays with severe downtilt.
LYON Array
PBF-LYON Pull-Back Frame The optional pull-back frame attaches to the bottom cabinet in the array and provides pull-back for extreme array downtilt. The pull-back frame can also be used for pull-up to expand the array's splay angles during installation so the blue locking pins can be more easily inserted.
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