Meridian 596 User Manual
user guide
Meridian 596 DVD Player
Meridian 596 DVD
Player User Guide
Preface
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Sales and service in the UK
Meridian Audio Ltd
Stonehill
Stukeley Meadows
Cambs
PE29 6EX
England
Tel (01480) 52144
Fax (01480) 459934
World Wide Web
http://www.meridian-audio.com
Part no: 596
Sales and service in the USA
Meridian America Inc
3800 Camp Creek Parkway
Building 2400
Suite 122
Atlanta
GA 30331
Tel (404) 344 7111
Fax (404) 346 7111
Designed and
manufactured in the UK by
Meridian Audio Ltd
Stonehill
Stukeley Meadows
Cambs
PE29 6EX
England
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Copyright © 2000 Meridian Audio Ltd
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are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Boothroyd|Stuart Meridian, Meridian, and Meridian Digital Theatre
are registered trademarks of Meridian Audio Ltd.
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Contents
Introduction 1
Introduces the 596 DVD player, and gives
examples of two suggested configurations
using it in conjunction with other Meridian
products.
The Meridian 500 Series ...................... 2
Sample configurations ......................... 3
Specification and accessories ............. 5
Using the DVD player 7
Provide step-by-step instructions on
operating the DVD player, using either the
front panel or the Meridian System
Remote.
Front panel ...........................................8
Meridian System Remote .................... 9
Playing a disc ..................................... 10
Locating a specific title, chapter,
or track ............................................... 12
Stopping, pausing, and resuming play14
Disc information ................................. 15
Advanced features 17
Describes the more advanced features of
the DVD player.
Selecting options from a menu ..........18
Fast and slow-motion play ................ 19
Playing repeatedly ............................. 20
Selecting a playback audio setting .... 21
Displaying subtitles ............................ 22
Selecting the camera angle ............... 23
Setting the parental lock .................... 24
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Setting default options 27
Explains how to set up the default options
using the DVD player’s Setup menu.
Setting default options ....................... 28
Selecting the default languages......... 30
Selecting the display settings ............ 32
Selecting the audio settings .............. 38
Setting up the DVD
player 41
Describes how to unpack and install the
DVD player.
Unpacking .......................................... 42
Positioning the DVD player ................ 43
Back panel ......................................... 44
Connecting video ............................... 47
Connecting audio ............................... 48
Connecting to other Meridian
equipment .......................................... 50
Configuring the DVD
player 51
Explains how to configure the DVD player
to suit the other equipment in your system.
Choosing standard settings ............... 52
Configuring the 596 DVD Player ........ 53
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Troubleshooting 55
Provides suggested solutions to typical
problems.
Troubleshooting ................................. 56
Maintenance ...................................... 59
Service and guarantee ....................... 60
Index .................................................. 61
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Introduction
The 596 DVD video player combines Meridian’s extensive experience of
producing audiophile CD players with their close involvement in the
development of DVD formats, resulting in an outstanding DVD player that
takes full advantage of the capabilities of DVD.
The 596 uses a precision DVD-ROM drive, with the audio and video data
read asynchronously and then triple buffered to isolate output timing from
the mechanics of the drive. The audio is also dejittered using very precise
master oscillators to give a clear, open, authoritative sound.
The 596 provides a range of component and composite video output
options, and switches automatically between NTSC and PAL. It uses
advanced video circuitry and a studio-grade video encoder to produce an
extremely clear picture with low noise and remarkable clarity.
For instructions on setting up the unit turn to Setting up the DVD player,
page 41. Once the DVD player has been set up refer to the next chapter,
Using the DVD player, for information about playing discs.
The Meridian 500 Series
The Meridian 500 Series is a unique system of digital, analogue,
and video components designed to meet the demand for
absolute quality, ease of use, and lasting value.
The flexibility of the Meridian 500 Series is such that you can
assemble a system as simple or as complex as you need,
perfectly suited to your musical and environmental
requirements, and which can be added to or changed at a later
date should your requirements change.
Each Meridian 500 Series component is housed in a matching
slim line case. Front panel controls provide access to the most
important functions, and the full range of functions is available
from the appropriate remote control using a simple and intuitive
control interface.
500 Series communications
The Meridian 500 Series includes a sophisticated
communications link, to ensure that any configuration of units
will work together as a fully integrated system.
The 500 Series communications system allows you to control
any combination of units using a single remote, and ensures that
your commands from the remote are interpreted unambiguously.
The communications system also allows you to extend your hi-fi
system into two or three rooms, with the ability to control the
sources in one room from the controller in another room.
Professional features
The 500 Series also includes features for professional users,
including RS232 computer control and balanced connections.
The following pages give examples of two suggested
configurations incorporating the 596 DVD Player, to illustrate the
flexibility of the Meridian 500 Series.
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Sample configurations
Meridian Digital Theatre™
DSP6000 DSP6000
504
596
Meridian Surround Processor
The Meridian 596 DVD Player is ideal for use with a Meridian
Surround Processor as the heart of a Meridian Digital Theatre
system.
DSP6000DSP6000
DSP5500HC
The Meridian Surround Processor can decode Dolby Digital
(AC-3), MPEG Surround, DTS Audio, and Dolby Surround
soundtracks.
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Meridian Digital Music System
DSP5000 DSP5000
596
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The 596 DVD Player can be connected directly to Meridian DSP
loudspeakers, as these include DSP volume and tone controls.
In addition to playing DVD discs, the 596 can play audio CDs,
VCD, CVCD, and MP3 files on CD-ROM.
By careful design Meridian have achieved a sound quality with
audio CDs which approaches that of their dedicated CD players.
Specification and accessories
Specification
THD Less than -93dBFS.
Noise Less than -93dBFS.
Mechanism Dual-lens pickup with red laser.
Formats DVD-Video, CD Audio (CD-DA), CD-R,
Video CD (VCD), CVCD, and MP3.
Processing DSP software provides error correction
and on-board decoding for Dolby
Digital and MPEG Audio.
Conversion 24-bit Delta Sigma.
Display 12-character dot-matrix display.
Indicators for CD, DVD, MP3, and
Repeat. Switchable custom on-screen
display allows instant review of disc
status.
Finish Black textured enamel and glass.
Dimensions 88mm x 321mm x 332mm
(3.46" x 12.64" x 13.07").
Audio outputs 1 x digital coax SPDIF/IEC1937/MHR
for transferring PCM up to 96kHz
24-bit Dolby Digital (AC-3) or DTS
bitstreams.
1 x stereo analogue direct-coupled
design featuring 192kHz
24-bit conversion. All audio outputs
use FIFO and relocking to give
extremely low jitter.
Video outputs PAL or NTSC encoded as Composite
or S-Video. Component or RGB.
Black-level setup adjustable as 0 or
7.5IRE (Extended Black function).
16:9 and 4:3 displays supported.
Screen saver programmable by user.
Communications Two 5 pin 240° DIN sockets.
Full RS232 control and status for
custom integration or automation.
Power Universal supply 100-240V, 50-60Hz,
25W. Normally off automatic low-noise
fan cooling.
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Weight 6.4kg (14lbs).
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Available accessories
The following accessories are available from your dealer:
❍Power cord Europe.
❍Power cord Canada and USA.
If you have problems purchasing these items, you can order
them direct from Meridian Audio Limited, who can also supply a
range of cables suitable for connecting the 596 DVD Player to
other equipment.
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Using the DVD player
This chapter provides a summary of the functions of the DVD player in
order to identify the controls which you use to operate the unit.
It also describes the basic aspects of using the DVD player to play DVD
video discs and audio CDs.
Unless otherwise specified, each function is available from the front panel
or the Meridian System Remote.
Front panel
1Open
Opens and closes the disc
tray.
BOOTHROYD STUART
DVD Player
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Tray
Display
DVD
Open > Display
1-017
[*= ]Off
12345678
2 > (Play)
Plays a selected chapter/
track.
3 * (Stop)
Stops the disc.
4 = (Pause)
Pauses the disc.
5 Display
Selects the information
displayed.
6 [ (Previous)
Selects the previous
chapter/track.
7 ] (Next)
Selects the next chapter/
track.
8 Off
Switches to standby.
Meridian System Remote
1 ¯ (Fast reverse)
Scans in reverse.
[ Page
Previous DVD-A page.
2 [ (Previous)
Selects the previous
chapter/track.
Angle
Changes the camera
angle.
3 * (Stop)
Stops the disc.
+Function
Opens/closes the
disc tray.
4 > (Play)
Plays the disc.
Audio
Changes the audio
track.
5 ˘ (Scan forward)
Scans forward.
Slow/Page ]
Plays in slow motion,
or next DVD-A page.
6 ] (Next)
Selects the next
chapter/track.
OSD
On-screen display.
7 = (Pause)
Pauses the disc.
8 Subtitle
Turns subtitles on/off.
+Function
Subtitle language.
9 Source keys
Select a source.
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23456 78
CD RADIO LP TV TAPE 1 TAPE 2 CDR CABLE
10 Number keys
Select a title,
chapter, or track by
number.
11 Repeat/A-B
Repeats a chapter/
track or section.
12 Off
13 Volume keys
14 Mute
DVD
VCR 1 VCR 2 LD
Switches to
standby.
Change the volume.
Mutes or restores
the sound.
9
Repeat
Record
Store
Subtitle
Clear
Menu Volume
Setup
DSP
Display
Mute
Band
Off
10
123
456
789
Function 0 Top Menu
#
Angle Audio A-B Phase
[ Page
OSD
Slow/Page ]
EnterReturn
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
Hold down Function to access the functions shown in blue on the remote.
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12
13
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15
15 Clear
Clears an entry.
16 Function
Selects a special
function.
17 Top Menu
Displays the top
menu.
#
Title/timecode entry.
18 Return
Returns from a
menu.
19 Menu keys
Select or change
parameters.
20 Enter
Confirms a menu
selection.
21 Menu
Displays the disc
menu.
Setup
Displays the Setup
menu.
22 Display
Changes the frontpanel display.
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Playing a disc
During normal use the DVD player should be left in the standby
state. This uses a negligible amount of electricity, but ensures
that the components of the DVD player operate at maximum
efficiency from the moment you start playing a disc.
If you are not going to use the DVD player for a period of several
days you should switch the unit completely off, at the back
panel, and disconnect it from the AC power supply.
To switch on from standby
● Press Open, *, or > (front panel), or select a source on the
remote.
● Switch on any other equipment connected to the CD player
which is not part of the Meridian 500 Series.
The display will flash for a few seconds. The DVD player is then
ready for use.
To insert a disc
● Press Open (front panel) or Function * (remote) to open the
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tray.
● Place your disc, label side up, in the tray as shown below.
● Press Open (front panel), Function * (remote) or > to close
the tray.
Most DVD videos start playing automatically when you close the
tray.
Some DVD videos are double-sided, and need to be turned over
during play.
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To play the disc
● Press > (front panel or remote).
The on-screen display shows
shows the title and chapter, or track number:
and the front-panel display
To move to the next or previous
album (MP3 discs only)
● Press V or A (remote).
The on-screen display shows
or .
For example, on chapter 1 of title 2:
2-01
To move to the next or previous
chapter or track
● Press ] or [ (front panel or remote).
The on-screen display shows
Note: These functions are normally disabled while the disc's
copyright notice is being displayed.
or .
To step between the pages of text or
graphics on a DVD-A disc
● Press [ Page (Function ¯ on the remote) or Page ]
(Function ˘ on the remote).
Note: Pause and fast forward/back are not available for MP3
discs.
To switch to standby
● Press Off (front panel or remote).
The display will show:
If you have other Meridian 500 Series equipment connected to
the DVD player, these units will also switch to standby.
If a disc is currently playing, switching to standby will stop the
disc, and the disc can safely be left in the unit.
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Locating a specific title, chapter, or track
Normally, DVD video discs are divided into one or more titles,
and the titles are subdivided into chapters. Audio CDs are
divided into tracks.
The DVD player allows you to play an entire disc, or start playing
from any chapter or track number. While a disc is playing you
can go back to the start of the chapter or track or skip to the
start of the next chapter or track.
You can also enter a specific title, chapter, or track number to
locate the appropriate title or chapter/track directly.
To play starting from a particular
chapter or track
● Press ] or [ (front panel or remote) to step through the track
numbers until the display shows the track you want to play:
For example, to play chapter 23:
The on-screen display shows or .
1-23
To locate a chapter or track by
number
● Press # (Function Top Menu on the remote) twice.
The on-screen display prompts for you to enter the chapter or
track number:
● Enter the number of the chapter (DVD) or track (audio CD)
using the number keys (remote).
The number is displayed as you enter it:
● Press > or Enter (remote).
The DVD player starts playing from the chapter or track number
you specified.
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After a short delay the chapter or track you have selected will
start to play.
To locate a title by number
● Press # (Function Top Menu on the remote).
The on-screen display prompts you to enter the title number:
● Enter the title number using the number keys (remote).
● Press > or Enter (remote) to play from the title number you
have specified.
To play from a specified timecode
● Press # (Function Top Menu on the remote) three times until
the on-screen display prompts for a timecode:
● Enter the timecode using the number keys (remote).
● Press > or Enter (remote) to play from the timecode you have
specified.
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Stopping, pausing, and resuming play
You can stop or pause a disc, and then resume play at the same
position.
To stop play
● Press * (front panel or remote).
The on-screen display shows
.
To resume after stopping
● Press
The disc will resume playing from the position where you
stopped playback, and the on-screen display shows
>>
> (front panel or remote).
>>
.
To pause play
● Press = (front panel or remote).
The on-screen display shows
.
To step forward frame by frame
If you are playing a DVD video disc you can step forward, frame
by frame, while it is paused:
● Press = (front panel or remote).
The on-screen display shows
.
To continue after pausing
● Press > (front panel or remote).
To return to the start of the disc
● Press * (front panel or remote) while the disc is stopped.
The on-screen display shows
start.
and the disc is reset to the
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Disc information
You can display information about a disc on the front panel or
on-screen display.
To change the front panel display
● Press Display (front panel, or remote if the 596 is controller *).
The display will step between the following options:
Display Example
Title and chapter numbers (DVD video
disc) or track number (audio CD).
Chapter number and elapsed disc time.
Chapter number and elapsed track time.
Chapter number and remaining disc
time.
Blank. Blanks all Meridian displays if the
596 is controller *.
1-37
37 1:17:54
37 0:02:54
37 2:31:19
To display disc information on screen
● Press OSD (remote).
For a DVD video disc this shows the following information:
Title
number
For an audio CD this shows the following information:
Track
number
For an MP3 audio CD this shows the following information:
Album
number
Chapter
number
Elapsed
track time
Track
number
Elapsed
title time
Repeat
mode
Elapsed
track time
Camera
angle
Repeat
mode
Play
mode
Play
mode
Play
mode
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* To set up the 596 as controller see To set configuration
options, page 53.
The album number is not displayed if there is only one album.
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