Remote Audio Meon LiFe - Manual (Page 3)

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Rev 10/08/2012
Connecting the RM/RS
The MEON LiFe can be used in conjunction with Remote
Audio's RM (Remote Meter) or RS (Remote Switch). The
RM allows remote monitoring of voltage and current (Amps)
as well as remote ON/OFF control of the MEON LiFe. The
RS provides remote ON/OFF control and a low voltage
indicator. Connect either device's 6-pin connector via the
"Remote" port on the connector panel of the MEON LiFe.
See the RM and RS user guides for more details.
Does the MEON LiFe use fans?
No. The MEON LiFe was designed to employ convection
cooling specifically because cooling fans cannot be tolerated
on a very quiet sound stage. It is best to mount the MEON
LiFe with some free space above the chassis to allow proper
cooling when using AC power. The MEON LiFe has vent
slots in the sides of the chassis that should remain
unrestricted during operation to facilitate cooling while
supplying maximum rated current.
Noise and Shared Power Systems
It is possible to have unwanted audible noise through a
common (shared) power source typically due to “ground
loops” from the various internal power supplies of the
devices being powered. To optimize your system, it is
recommended to use line level signals instead of mic level
signals whenever practical. Also, turn phantom voltage off of
all preamp inputs that are connected to non-microphone
devices. If noise is still heard, unplug one device at a time
from the MEON noticing any change in noise associated
with the removal of each device. If the noise goes away after
unplugging a particular device, try powering that device with
a separate battery. If using a separate battery causes the
noise to go away, then the problem is a ground loop
associated with the combination of a common power source
and audio grounding schemes. Be aware that this noise will
not be removed with "LC" filters found in some cart power
supplies. To remove the noise, here are four options for
interrupting the ground loop:
Important Information about Internal Battery Protection
In addition to the resettable circuit breakers on each output,
the MEON LiFe’s battery is internally protected from
overload and short circuits. In some cases, a sudden dead
short at an output may activate the protection circuit of the
internal battery. In this condition, the MEON LiFe will not
come back on until external power is applied, either by
plugging into AC or, if AC is not available, by applying a
charged 12V battery to the external battery input.
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1) Use a separate battery for the offending device.
2) Try different grounding/floating schemes with the audio cables.
3) In devices that use a single 9V battery, use an isolating 9V
battery eliminator such as the one made by Lectrosonics.
4) Use a power isolator cable such as the Remote Audio Juicer
cable.
Specifications
Dimensions: 19.00" x 13.00" x 1.75" (1 Rack Space)
Weight: 12.6 lbs
AC Input Voltage: 100-120 or 200-240VAC, 50-60Hz
DC Input Voltage: 12V Nominal Lead Acid or LiFePO
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DC Output Voltage: 12V Nominal, shutdown below 10V
Output Current: 18A Max Total (AC), 14A Max Total (Internal Batt.)*
Output Connectors: 3x Neutrik 4-Pin XLR Female, rated at 9A each
7x Neutrik 4-Pin XLR Female, rated at 5A each
Battery Capacity: 20 Ah (40Ah and 60Ah with optional Satellite battery modules)
Battery Charge Time: Approximately 3 hours without a supplemental battery connected
Power Switch: Front and Rear mounted
Green = AC connected, Red = AC disconnected
2 sec. Delay ON/OFF
USB Ports: x2, Max Combined Total of 2A @ 5V (10W)
* 14A with Meon LiFe alone; 18A with optional “Extra LiFe” battery module.