Galeo S / Galeo S Sub
6 Transport and preparation
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6.2
General preparations and checks
Make yourself familiar with the relevant dimensions of the venue and plan the arrays in the EASE
Focus 3 software. The software calculates the position of the pick point, the pin point for the load
adapter on the Frame, the splay angles between the array elements and the total vertical angle
(down tilt) of the array.
Before installation, assure the perfect condition of all rigging points, hoists and winches. Make sure
the position is correct, and ensure there is enough free area to work safely. Check that all the ma-
terial to be used for the installation is suitable and certified for the intended use, and has been sub-
jected to all pertinent checks.
Check the condition of all components of the integrated flying hardware, the Flying Frame or Cra-
dle, and all adapters. If you have even the slightest doubt about the condition of any component,
DO NOT USE IT. Change the component for one whose condition is without any doubt.
Make sure that the material and rigging points to be used have sufficient load bearing capacity for
the weight of the planned array, and are certified. The weight of the array components can be
found in the calculation in the EASE Focus 3 software or in the table in section 5 of this manual.
6.3
Simulation with EASE Focus 3
Use the EASE Focus 3 software to make an acoustic and mechanical simulation of the Galeo S
System. The software is available for download on our internet site in the download section under
“software” (
https://www.seeburg.net/en/downloads
). The software allows easy simulation of how
the Galeo S array must be tilted and angled to provide ideal coverage of the audience area. Whilst
using the software, take heed of any warnings which the software may show, and check the data
which is generated by the software for plausibility.
The best results for coverage and reach are generally achieved when the line array is aimed rela-
tively flat over the heads of the public, and is not hung too high. Try and keep the splay angles in
the array as small as possible, and use the Auto-splay function in the software. The lowest element
in the array should be just above the heads of the persons on the stage. The array can then be
hung with small angles between the elements, allowing the most benefit from the acoustic coupling
between the single array elements (cylindrical wave front). Additionally, less time and effort is re-
quired for the rigging when the array is flown from a single point. More vertical angle than can be
achieved with setting the load adapter in position 20 on the Flying Cradle or in position 26 on the
Flying Frame is not permissible. Observe at all times the load limits specified in the section 5 of this
manual.
