Meridian 251 Quick Start Manual
GETTING STARTED
INPUTS GUIDE
FURTHER INFORMATION
INP UT DEF AULT S OUR CE L ABE L MOS T SU ITABL E F OR
Optical In
TV | Cable | Sat | PVR | Game
TV | Satellite Receiver | Games
Console
Digital In
CD | USB
Blu-Ray Player | CD Player | DAB
Tuner
Analogue In
Radio | Tape Turntable | Mobile Device | Radio
SpeakerLink In
DVD | Disc Meridian Source
Network
SLS Meridian Sooloos System
There are four physical audio connections on the 251, as well as a
Network socket for Meridian Sooloos connections. Each of the twelve
congurable sources is mapped to one of these inputs:
1. CONNECT YOUR LOUDSPEAKERS
Wire your loudspeakers into the
supplied connector blocks, taking
care that ‘-’ and ‘+’ are correctly
orientated; then plug the connector
blocks into the loudspeaker output
terminals.
To access the comprehensive
Meridian 251 user guide, FAQs and
further product support, please visit:
meridian-audio.com/251
2. CONNECT TO THE NETWO RK
Attach a standard network cable
between the 251 and your network.
3. POWER UP THE 251
Power up the 251 with the supplied
power cable.
4. CONTROL IT
Download the Meridian ‘IP Control’
App from the Apple App Store on
your iOS device. Once open, the
App will automatically detect your
251 and allow you to control source
selection, volume and more.
INPUTS GUIDE
FURTHER INFORMATION
INP UT DEF AULT S OUR CE L ABE L MOS T SU ITABL E F OR
Optical In
TV | Cable | Sat | PVR | Game
TV | Satellite Receiver | Games
Console
Digital In
CD | USB
Blu-Ray Player | CD Player | DAB
Tuner
Analogue In
Radio | Tape Turntable | Mobile Device | Radio
SpeakerLink In
DVD | Disc Meridian Source
Network
SLS Meridian Sooloos System
There are four physical audio connections on the 251, as well as a
Network socket for Meridian Sooloos connections. Each of the twelve
congurable sources is mapped to one of these inputs:
To access the comprehensive
Meridian 251 user guide, FAQs and
further product support, please visit:
meridian-audio.com/251
FURTHER INFORMATION
To access the comprehensive
Meridian 251 user guide, FAQs and
further product support, please visit:
meridian-audio.com/251
NetworkOutputs
IR In
Trigger
Out
SpeakerLink In
Optical In
Analogue Out
Digital In
Right
Left
LeftRight
Analogue In
Right
Left
Analogue
inputs
Digital and
optical inputs
Trigger
output
SpeakerLink
input
Ethernet
connection
Loudspeaker
outputs
Analogue
outputs
Power
Power
indicator
IR
input
2 5 1 P o w e r e d Z o n e Co nt rol l e r
A1 SL D1 O1 Net
SpeakerLink In
indicator
Optical In
indicator
MQA status
indicator
Digital In
indicator
Analogue In indicator
and standby
Network
indicator
Outputs
LeftRight
Network
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QUICK START
GUIDE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
≤2000m
Read the instructions.
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Keep these instructions.
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Follow all instructions.
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Do not use this apparatus near water.
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Clean only with a dry cloth.
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Install only in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Refer all servicing to approved service personnel.
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This apparatus has been designed with Class 1 construction and
must be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing
connection (the third grounding pin).
This apparatus does not include a power switch. The apparatus
may be isolated from mains power either by unplugging the power
connector from the rear of the unit, or by unplugging the connector
at the opposing end of the power cord or cable from its supply
outlet. As a result, either or both of these connectors should remain
accessible.
SAFETY WARNINGS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK – DO NOT OPEN
NE PAS OUVRIR – RISQUE DE DÉCHARGE ÉLECTRIQUE
WARNING!
ATTENTION!
SAFETY WARNINGS
Do not expose the unit to dripping or splashing.
•
Do not place any object filled with liquid, such as a vase, on the unit.
•
Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the
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unit.
TO AVOID OVERHEATING
Do not position the product in direct sunlight.
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Do not position the product near heat sources, such as a radiator.
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Leave at least 10cm around the product to ensure sufficient
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ventilation.
TO AVOID INTERFERENCE
Do not position the unit near strong electrical or magnetic
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radiation, such as near a power amplifier.
RADIO INTERFERENCE
FCC Warning: This equipment generates and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used correctly in accordance
with our instructions may cause interference to radio communications
or radio and television reception. It has been type-tested and complies
with the limits set out in Subpart J, Part 15 of FCC rules for a Class B
computing device. These limits are intended to provide reasonable
protection against such interference in home installations.
EEC: This product has been designed and type-tested to comply with
the limits set out in EN55032:2015 and EN55024:2010 + A1:2015.
QUICK START
GUIDE
Caution: to reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
IP20 EQUIPMENT
CLIMATE
The equipment has been designed for use in moderate climates and
in domestic situations.
Only use at an altitude not exceeding 2000m.
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure than may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
BUILDING CODE
Due consideration should be given to building and electrical codes
when selecting speaker wiring. In the U.S.A. Class 2 wiring should be
used.
This product meets or exceeds the Hi-Res audio standards for digital
and analogue processes as defined by the Japan Audio Society.
Manufactured under licence from MQA Limited. The MQA logo is a
trade mark of MQA Limited. © MQA limited 2017.
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www.meridian-audio.com
Copyright © 2017 Meridian Audio Ltd.
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