Meyer Sound UPL-2 User manual

Operating Instructions
Meyer Sound Laboratories, Inc.
2832 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94702
UPL-1 & UPL-2
High Definition
Reinforcement
Loudspeakers
The Meyer Sound
UPL-1 and UPL-2 are
self-contained, high-
definition, powered
loudspeakers suitable
for a wide variety of
high quality sound
reinforcement appli-
cations. The UPL-1
and UPL-2 incorpo-
rate line-level control
electronics mounted
within a rear panel
chassis, including:
• dual power
amplifiers for
biamplification
• an active balanced
input circuit with
switchable sensi-
tivity (+4 dBu or
-10 dBV)
• an active crossover
utilizing optimized
pole-zero filter
combinations to
achieve acoustical
transparency and
linear phase
• independent pro-
tection circuits for
each loudspeaker
driver
The UPL-1 and UPL-2 are two-way systems
comprising a 10-inch cone low-frequency
driver and 1-inch high-frequency driver housed
in a vented cabinet. Both drivers are of a pro-
prietary design, and are individually selected
for maximum linearity. The high-frequency
horn driver employs a titanium dome and silk
suspension in a patented, low distortion design
(US patent number 4,152,552). It is coupled to
a 90°by 40°modified radial horn in the UPL-1,
and to a 60°aspherical waveguide in the UPL-2.
Aligned to closely approximate true point
source radiators within their coverage area,
the UPL-1 and UPL-2 feature tightly controlled
time delay response with minimal deviation
from linear phase across the full frequency
range of their operation. Each unit is individu-
ally factory-calibrated to ensure a free-field
frequency response that is flat within ±2 dB
from 50 Hz to 18 kHz. The UPL-1 and UPL-2
each deliver 124 dB peak SPL (1 meter) with
>100 dB dynamic range.

Operating Instructions
Meyer Sound Laboratories, Inc.
2832 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94702
UPL-1 & UPL-2
High Definition
Reinforcement
Loudspeakers
Amplifiers and
Driver Protection Independent power biamplifiers maximize system
headroom, efficiency and damping while minimiz-
ing distortion. The low frequency amplifier delivers
200 watts burst output power, while the high fre-
quency amplifier provides 100 watts. Both employ
complementary power MOSFET output stages
operating class A at moderate listening levels
(<90 dB SPL), and class AB at high levels.
The driver protection circuits employ thermo-pre-
dictive limiters and soft peak clamps to guard
against damage from excessive amplifier power
and ensure graceful overload characteristics.
Power and Fuses The UPL-1 and UPL-2 accept AC voltages from 90
to 260 VAC, at 50 or 60 Hz, in four ranges. Select
the range that is closest to the local mains voltage.
Do not switch among AC voltage ranges with the
power cable connected to an outlet. The UPL-1
and UPL-2 require a grounded outlet. Never cut
the earth ground pin or “float” the mains ground.
Always set the voltage selector switch before con-
necting and operating the unit.
The unit is protected by a fast-acting fuse in the
voltage selector switch. If the fuse blows, check
the line voltage and voltage switch setting. Always
replace the fuse with the same type and rating.
Connections The UPL-1 and UPL-2 present a 10k ohm input
impedance at a three-pin XLR-type receptacle
wired as follows:
Pin 1 — Audio common
Pin 2 — Signal low (-)
Pin 3 — Signal high (+)
Case — Earth (AC) ground
Shorting any input connector pin to the case may
form a ground loop and cause hum. Standard
audio cables with XLR-type connectors may be
used for balanced signal sources. Unbalanced
sources will require an in-line adapter.
Where multiple UPL-1’s or UPL-2’s are driven from
a single source, it is best to “mult” at the source
output and run individual shielded cables to each
of the loudspeaker inputs.
Be certain that the source equipment is capable of
driving the total load impedance presented by the
paralleled loudspeaker input circuits. For example,
since the input impedance is 10k ohms, a source
output that can drive 600 ohms will handle a maxi-
mum of 16 UPL-1’s or UPL-2’s in parallel
(625 ohms total load impedance). If any of the
paralleled loudspeakers loses power, however, it
may cause distortion in some, or all, of the others.
The best solution for driving multiple units from one
source is to use individual, isolated outputs. This
can be accomplished, for example, by assigning
one channel of a CP-10 Complementary Phase
Parametric Equalizer to each loudspeaker and
branching the source output to the CP-10 inputs.
The system may then be aligned using SIM®Sys-
tem II.
For professional balanced equipment, use the
+4 dBu setting. For semiprofessional and con-
sumer unbalanced equipment, use the -10 dBV
setting. Driving the UPL-1 or UPL-2 from a +4 dBu
source with the switch set to -10 dBV will result in
increased noise.
Note that the -10 dBV setting is
more sensitive
(designed for lower signal levels) than the +4 dBu
setting:
• +4 dBu position:
1.23 VRMS = 114 dB SPL
• -10 dBV position:
0.316 VRMS = 114 dB SPL
In normal operation, the rear-panel LED will glow
green. At high listening levels, the LED may flash
red on program peaks. This indicates the onset of
overload, where the loudspeaker protection limiters
are activated.
If the LED is continuously red for an extended
period (8 hours or longer), thermal damage may
result.
Sensitivity Switch
Signal / Overload
Indicator

Operating Instructions
Meyer Sound Laboratories, Inc.
2832 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94702
UPL-1 & UPL-2
High Definition
Reinforcement
Loudspeakers
Installation The UPL-1 and UPL-2 are are aligned for flat fre-
quency response in free field (no adjacent bound-
ary surfaces). Placing either unit next to a wall or
floor will cause the low frequencies to be exagger-
ated, requiring equalization to correct. Always
allow at least 6 inches clearance behind the
speaker for cooling airflow.
The UPL-1 and UPL-2 are fitted with four 3/8"-16
nut plates, two each on the enclosure top and
bottom. These may be used to attach the enclo-
sures to cables for hanging, or to a suitable sup-
port plate for mounting on a loudspeaker stand.
Each rigging nut plate is designed to support the
weight of a single cabinet.
Note. The UPL-1 and UPL-2 are not weather-
resistant, and should not be installed outdoors
where they may be exposed to the elements.
To protect from hazard of shock and compo-
nent failure, avoid rain or liquid spilled on the
amplifier chassis.
To avoid accidental disconnections, the UPL-1 and
UPL-2 cabinets are fitted with four tie-wrap an-
chors located at the four corners of the rear-
mounted amplifier chassis. Power and signal input
cables may be secured by inserting a plastic lock-
ing tie-wrap through any of these anchors, wrap-
ping it around the cable(s) and locking it in place.
Physical
Dimensions
Calibration Port The calibration port is for factory use only. Do not
apply external voltages to any of the connector
pins.
The UPL-1 and UPL-2 are not user-serviceable.
Refer service to an authorized Meyer Sound Ser-
vice Center or to Meyer Sound.
14.00"
20.75"
14.00"
2.0"
16.42"
15.54"
8.00"
13.20"
8.50"
9.20"
8.88"
14.00"
20.75"
UPL-2 UPL-1

Operating Instructions
Meyer Sound Laboratories, Inc.
2832 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94702
UPL-1 & UPL-2
High Definition
Reinforcement
Loudspeakers
Specifications Acoustical
Frequency Response1
Phase Response1
Maximum SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Coverage Angle
UPL-1
UPL-2
Electrical
Input Type
Nominal Input Level
Amplifier Type
Power Output
Low Frequency
High Frequency
THD, IM, TIM
Crossover
Power
Physical
Input Connector
Power Inlet
Driver Complement
Low Frequency
High Frequency
Enclosure
Finish
Dimensions
Weight
Protective Grill
Rigging
±2 dB from 50 Hz to 18 kHz2
-3 dB at 32 Hz and 20 kHz
+60°, -0°from 120 Hz to 18 kHz
124 dB peak @ 1 meter
> 100 dB
90°horizontal by 40°vertical
60°horizontal and vertical
Electronically balanced, 10k ohms impedance
Accepts either +4 dBu or -10 dBV, switchable
Complementary power MOSFET output stages
200 watts burst capability
100 watts burst capability
< .02 %
Optimized pole-zero filter combinations to complement
transducer response and to achieve acoustical transpar-
ency and flat phase3
Voltage selector switch for 100/120/220/240 VAC, 50 or
60 Hz (accepts voltages from 90 to 260 VAC), 175 W
maximum
XLR (A-3) female
3-pin IEC male receptacle
10" diameter cone (2" voice coil)
1" titanium dome horn driver (1" voice coil)4
1.6 cu. ft. vented, multi-ply Finnish birch
Black textured
14" W x 20 3⁄4" H x 14" D (+ 2 1⁄2" additional depth for
amplifier chassis and 2" for grill frame with foam)
70 lbs (32 kg)
Perforated metal screen, grey foam covering
3/8"-16 nut plates, top and bottom
Maximum
Continuous SPL
by Frequency
90
16k
8k
4k
2k
1k
500
250
125
62
30
100 110 120
Frequency (Hz)
Continuous SPL (dB)
Notes:
1. Subject to room loading.
Specified for 8 feet actual
distance between loud-
speaker cabinet and a single
boundary surface, measured
with one-third octave fre-
quency resolution in fixed
ISO bands.
2. Specified with grill removed.
Response tolerance ± 3 dB
with grill screen and foam in
place.
3. U.S. patent #5,185,801 (addi-
tional patent pending).
4. U.S. patent #4,152,552.
Unless otherwise specified, all
acoustical measurements are
performed at 1 meter from front
baffle on high-frequency horn
axis. Acoustical decibels are
specified re 20 µ Pa.
05.553.006.01 B © Meyer Sound, 1995.