Meridian America 588 User Manual
user guide
Meridian 588 Compact Disc Player
Meridian 588
Compact Disc 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
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
Copyright © 1993–2001
Meridian Audio Ltd
Part no: 588/1
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This guide was produced by
Human-Computer Interface Ltd,
http://www.interface.co.uk
Contents
Introduction 1
Introduces the 588 Compact Disc Player,
and provides an overview of the other
products available in the Meridian 500
Series.
The Meridian 500 Series ........................ 2
Sample configurations ........................... 3
Specification and accessories ............... 5
Using the compact disc
player 7
Provides step-by-step instructions on how
to operate the compact disc player, using
either the front panel or the Meridian
System Remote.
Front panel ............................................. 8
Switching on and off .............................. 9
Playing a disc ......................................... 10
Stopping and pausing play .................... 11
Repeating play ....................................... 12
Programming a selection ....................... 13
Disc information and scanning .............. 15
Changing the absolute phase ................ 16
Setting up the compact
disc player 17
Describes how to unpack and install the
compact disc player.
Unpacking .............................................. 18
Positioning the
compact disc player .............................. 19
Connecting the
compact disc player .............................. 20
Connecting audio................................... 23
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Configuring the compact
disc player 25
Explains how to configure the compact
disc player to suit the other equipment in
your system.
Troubleshooting 29
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Choosing standard settings ................... 26
Specifying information about
your system ........................................... 27
Provides suggested solutions to typical
problems.
Troubleshooting ..................................... 30
Maintenance .......................................... 33
Service and guarantee ........................... 34
Index ...................................................... 35
Introduction
The 588 Compact Disc Player combines Meridian’s extensive experience
of producing audiophile compact disc players with their experience in
applying state-of-the-art digital signal processing techniques to audio
equipment, resulting in an outstanding compact disc player that takes full
advantage of the capabilities of compact disc.
The 588 uses a precision CD-ROM drive, with the 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.
For instructions on setting up the unit turn to Setting up the compact disc
player, page 17. Once the compact disc player has been set up refer to the
next chapter, Using the compact disc player, for information about playing
discs.
Introduction
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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 Meridian System Remote 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 three suggested
configurations incorporating the 588 Compact Disc Player, to
illustrate the flexibility of the Meridian 500 Series.
Introduction
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Sample configurations
502 Analogue controller 562 Digital Control Unit
DSP5000DSP5000
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557
502
The 588 Compact Disc Player is ideally suited for use with the
Meridian 557 Stereo Power Amplifier and analogue
loudspeakers, with control over the volume and source selection
provided by the 502 Analogue Controller. These units provide
balanced inputs and outputs, allowing you to create a
completely balanced system.
588
504
562
The 588 Compact Disc Player provides a precision digital
output, and so is ideal for use with the 562 Digital Control Unit.
This can also cater for conventional analogue sources, and
provide source selection between up to 12 different analogue or
digital sources.
Introduction
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Meridian Digital Music System
DSP5000 DSP5000
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Introduction
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The digital output of the 588 Compact Disc Player can be
connected directly to Meridian DSP loudspeakers, as these
include DSP volume and tone controls.
The result is an outstanding music system for those who prefer a
minimum of separate units and interconnecting cables.
Specification and accessories
Specification
THD Less than -93dBFS.
Noise Less than -93dBFS.
Mechanism Dual-lens pickup with red laser.
Formats CD Audio (CD-DA) and MP3.
Processing DSP software provides error correction
and on-board decoding for MPEG
Audio.
Conversion 24-bit Delta Sigma.
Finish Black textured enamel and glass.
Dimensions 88mm x 321mm x 332mm
(3.46" x 12.64" x 13.07").
Weight 6.4kg (14lbs).
Digiital outputs 1 x coax SPDIF/IEC1937.
1 x optical output, TosLink to EIAJ,
IEC958 and data compatible.
Analogue outputs 1 x pair balanced outputs XLR sockets,
1=ground, 2=positive phase output,
3=negative phase output.
1 x stereo analogue direct-coupled
design featuring 192kHz
24-bit conversion. All audio outputs
use FIFO and relocking to give
extremely low jitter.
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.
Introduction
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Available accessories
The following accessories are available from your dealer:
❍ Meridian System Remote.
❍ Power cord Europe.
❍ Power cord Canada and USA.
The Meridian System Remote provides access to all the facilities
provided by the 588 Compact Disc Player, including those
available from the front panel controls. In addition, it allows you
to control any other 500 Series units in your system.
If you have problems purchasing these items, you can order
them direct from Meridian Audio Limited, who can also supply a
range of digital cables suitable for connecting the 588 Compact
Disc Player to other equipment.
Introduction
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Using the compact disc player
This chapter provides a summary of the functions of the compact disc
player in order to identify the controls which you use to operate the unit.
It also describes all aspects of using the compact disc player, beginning
with essential instructions such as switching on and loading a disc, to the
more advanced functions such as programming.
Unless otherwise specified, each function is available from the front panel
or the Meridian System Remote.
Using the compact disc player
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Front panel
1Open
Opens and closes the disc
tray.
BOOTHROYD STUART
24-bit CD Player
Using the compact disc player
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Tray
Display
Play 14
Open > Display [*= ]Off
12345678
2 > (Play)
Plays a selected track, or
moves to the next track.
3 * (Stop)
Stops the disc.
4 = (Pause)
Pauses the disc.
5 Display
Selects the information
displayed.
6 [ (Previous)
Selects the previous track.
7 ] (Next)
Selects the next track.
8 Off
Switches to standby.
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