Meridian Audio MSR User Manual

user guide

Meridian System Remote

Preface

ii

Sales and service in the UK

Meridian Audio Ltd

14 Clifton Road

Huntingdon

Cambs

PE18 7EJ

England

Tel [phone]

Telex 32577 (MERIDN)

Fax [phone]

Sales and service in the USA

Meridian America Inc

3800 Camp Creek Parkway

Building 2400

Suite 112
Eastpoint

Atlanta

GA 30331

Tel [phone]

Fax [phone]

Designed and

manufactured in the UK by

Digital Gramophone and Wireless Ltd

14 Clifton Road

Huntingdon

Cambs

PE18 7EJ

England

Copyright © 1993 Digital Gramophone and

Wireless Ltd

Part no: MSR/1

This guide was produced by

Human-Computer Interface Ltd,

Cambridge, England.

Contents

Introduction 1

Introduces the Meridian System Remote,
and provides an overview of the other
products available in the Meridian 500
Series.

The Meridian 500 Series ........................ 2

Sample configurations ........................... 3

Specification .......................................... 6

Using the MSR with the
Meridian 500 Series 7

Describes the actions of the MSR’s keys,
and how to fit the battery.

The controls ........................................... 8

Using the Meridian System Remote ...... 9

Fitting the battery................................... 10

Using the MSR with
Meridian 200 and 600
Series Products 11

Describes how to configure the Meridian
System Remote to work with 200 and 600
Series products.

Configuring the MSR ............................. 12

Default configuration (Option 1) ............. 13

200 Series systems (Option 2) ............... 14

Digital loudspeakers in 200 Series

mode (Option 3) ..................................... 15

601 Preamplifier (Option 4) .................... 16

Service and guarantee ........................... 17

Preface

Index ...................................................... 19

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Preface

iv

Introduction

The Meridian System Remote (MSR) is ideal for controlling any

configuration of Meridian 500 Series products, including 500 Series
compatible Meridian digital loudspeakers.

Before using the Meridian System Remote you need to insert the battery;
see Fitting the battery, page 10.

For specific information about using the Meridian System Remote with
each 500 Series product refer to the appropriate user guide.

The Meridian System Remote can also be used with systems which include
Meridian 200 and 600 Series products. For further information refer to the
chapter Using the MSR with Meridian 200 and 600 Series Products,
page 11.

The Meridian 500 Series

Introduction

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 with the ability to add to it or change it at a later date should
your requirements change. The 500 Series is also compatible
with the existing Meridian 200 Series and 600 Series
components.

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 handset, and ensures
that your commands from the handset are interpreted
unambiguously. Any unit can be designated as the controller for
the system, allowing you to position the other units out of range
from the handset beam if desired. It also allows all the units to
be switched off from the front panel of any unit in the system.

Professional features

The 500 Series also includes features for professional users,
including RS232 computer control (501, 562, and DSP5000), and
balanced outputs (563).

The following pages give examples of four suggested
configurations to illustrate the flexibility of the Meridian 500
Series.

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Sample configurations

506 Compact Disc Player

A2A2

506

501 M60 M60504 555

The 506 Compact Disc Player is an integrated CD transport and
converter, providing both digital and analogue outputs.

The 506 Compact Disc Player is ideally suited for use with the
Meridian 555 Stereo Power Amplifier and A2 Loudspeakers, with
control over the volume and source selection provided by the
501 Remote Control Preamplifier.

500 Compact Disc Transport

500

504

562

The 500 Compact Disc Transport provides a precision digital
output, and can drive DSP5000 Digital Loudspeakers directly.

A 562 Digital Controller can be added to cater for conventional
analogue sources, such as the 504 FM Tuner, and provide
source selection between up to 12 different analogue or digital
sources.

DSP5000 DSP5000

Introduction

The 504 FM Tuner is an ideal addition to the system if radio
reception is required.

3

563 Digital to Analogue Converter

VIDEO

LASERDISC

501V Control Unit

Introduction

4

The digital output provided by the 500 Compact Disc Transport
can be decoded by the 563 Digital to Analogue converter to
provide a high-quality audio output for use with a conventional
audio preamplifier.

The 563 Digital to Analogue Converter can also decode digital
signals from other sources, including LaserDisc players and
Digital Audio Tape.

501V500 563

M60 M60

The 501V Control Unit is a full function preamplifier for use with
any analogue source, and includes video switching for complete
control of systems that include video sources such as a
LaserDisc player and video recorder.

It provides a high-quality audio output ideal for use with the
Meridian M60 Active Loudspeakers.

562V Multimedia Controller

SATELLITE

VIDEO

504

500 562V

LASERDISC

The 562V Multimedia Controller is the ideal control unit for use
with the Meridian D6000 Digital Loudspeakers.

It provides direct digital inputs for digital sources, such as the
500 Compact Disc Transport and LaserDisc sound, together
with precision Delta Sigma Analogue to Digital Conversion, for

TV

D6000 D6000

conventional analogue sources such as the 504 FM Tuner and
video sound.

It also includes video switching for CVBS and S-VHS signals,
such as from a satellite receiver, LaserDisc player, or video
recorder.

Introduction

5

Specification

Specification

Control method Infra-red.
Coding system RC5.
Number of keys 44.
Battery type PP3.
Battery life 6 months.

Meridian Audio reserves the right to amend product
specifications at any time.

Introduction

6

Using the MSR with the Meridian 500 Series

This chapter describes the actions of the MSR keys, and explains how

they are used to control a 500 series system.

It also explains how to fit the MSR battery.

The controls

1 2

47568

3

1 Source selection keys
2 Source control keys:

[ Previous
> Play
] Next
¯ Fast back
* Stop
˘ Fast forward
= Pause

3 Off
4 Function shift
5 Numeric keys
6 Menu keys
7 Display
8 Volume keys

Using the MSR with the Meridian 500 Series

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Using the Meridian System Remote

Source selection keys

Select the current source.

Source control and numeric keys

Allow you to control the currently-selected source; eg changing
track on a CD player, or selecting a radio preset.

Off

Switches all Meridian equipment to standby.

Function shift

Used in conjunction with some other keys to modify their
actions. Hold down the function key while pressing the other
key. For further information see Default configuration (Option 1),
page 13.

Menu keys

Allows you to adjust the balance on a preamplifier and digital
speakers, and for some programming operations.

Display

Using the MSR with the Meridian 500 Series

Changes the display of the currently-selected source, or of
digital loudspeakers.

Volume keys

Allows you to adjust the volume of preamplifiers or digital
loudspeakers.

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Fitting the battery

To disassemble the Meridian System
Remote

● Remove the case screws, as shown opposite.

To fit the battery

● Separate the two halves of the case.

● Gently clip the battery into place.

● Reassemble the case.

Using the MSR with the Meridian 500 Series

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Using the MSR with Meridian 200 and 600 Series Products

This chapter describes the additional operations available when using the

function key. It also explains how to reconfigure the Meridian System
Remote for use with 200 and 600 Series products.

Configuring the MSR

As supplied, the Meridian System Remote is configured for use
with Meridian 500 Series products.

If you have either Meridian 200 Series or 600 Series products in
your system you should reconfigure the MSR as described in
this chapter.

To configure the MSR

● Open the case, as described in To disassemble the Meridian

System Remote, page 10.

● Select the option required from the following table.

Use this option For these products

Option 1 500 Series products and/or digital

loudspeakers in 500 Series mode.

Option 2 200 Series or 500 Series products in

200 Series mode.

Option 3 Digital loudspeakers in 200 Series

mode.

● Use the jumpers, shown in the diagram below, to select the

required option.

Option 1

Option 2

Option 3

Option 4

The key actions for each of the options are listed on the
following pages.

Using the MSR with Meridian 200 and 600 Series Products

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Option 4 601 Preamplifier.

Default configuration (Option 1)

The following function key actions are provided in the default
configuration. Although some of these provide control over 200
Series products, for best operation with a 200 Series system use
Option 2.

Keys Action Series: 500 200

Function + CD Track ✓
Function + Radio Preset ✓
Function + Stop Open ✓✓
Function + Volume keys Secondary volume ✓
Function + Menu keys Secondary menus ✓
Function + Store Secondary store ✓✓
Function + Record Phase ✓✓
Function + Clear Secondary clear ✓✓
Function + Display Secondary display ✓✓

Using the MSR with Meridian 200 and 600 Series Products

Function + Decimal point DSP ✓

13

200 Series systems (Option 2)

If you have 200 Series products, or 500 Series products
operating in 200 Series mode, optimum operation will be
obtained by configuring the MSR for Option 2.

The following keys then operate differently:

Key Action

TV Video
CDR Tape 3
Cable Line
Text No function
VCR 1 No function
VCR 2 No function
Laser Disc No function
Menu keys No function
Clear Cancel

The following function key operations are available:

Keys Action Series: 500 200

Function + CD Track ✓
Function + Radio Preset ✓
Function + Stop Open ✓✓
Function + Record Phase ✓✓
Function + Clear Secondary clear ✓✓

Using the MSR with Meridian 200 and 600 Series Products

14

Digital loudspeakers in 200 Series mode (Option 3)

If you have digital loudspeakers configured in 200 Series mode,
optimum operation will be obtained by configuring the MSR for
Option 3.

The following keys will then operate differently:

Key Action

TV Video
CDR Tape 3
Cable Line
Text No function
VCR 1 No function
VCR 2 No function
Laser Disc No function

¯ Left
˘ Right

Record Phase

Key Action

Using the MSR with Meridian 200 and 600 Series Products

Store Memory
Clear Reset
Decimal point Tilt

There are no function key operations in this configuration.

15

601 Preamplifier (Option 4)

If you have the 601 Preamplifier, optimum operation will be
obtained by configuring the MSR for Option 4.

The following keys will then operate differently:

Key Action

TV Video
CDR Tape 3
Cable Line
Text No function
VCR 1 No function
VCR 2 No function
Laser Disc No function

¯ Left
˘ Right

Record Phase

Key Action

Store Memory
Clear Reset
Decimal point DSP

The following function key operations are available:

Keys Action

Function + Volume keys Secondary function
Function + Decimal point Filter

Using the MSR with Meridian 200 and 600 Series Products

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Service and guarantee

Service

The Meridian 500 Series of hi-fi components have been carefully
designed to give years of untroubled service. There are no user­serviceable parts inside the case, nor do the units require any
form of maintenance.

In the unlikely event that your MSR fails to function correctly, it
should be returned, in its original packaging, to your Meridian
dealer.

In case of difficulty within the UK or USA please contact the
appropriate sales and service address shown on page ii.

In case of difficulty outside the UK or USA, contact the importing
agent for the territory. A list of Meridian agents abroad is
available from Meridian Audio.

No responsibility can be accepted for the control unit whilst in
transit to the factory or an agent, and customers are therefore
advised to insure the unit.

When seeking service under guarantee, proof of the date of
purchase will be required.

Guarantee

Using the MSR with Meridian 200 and 600 Series Products

The Meridian System Remote is guaranteed against defects in
material and workmanship for 2 years from the date of purchase.

The guarantee is void if the Meridian System Remote has been
subject to misuse, accident, or negligence, or has been
tampered with or modified in any way without the written
authorisation of Meridian Audio Limited. Attempted servicing by
unauthorised people may also invalidate this guarantee. Labour
and carriage charges are not covered unless by local agreement.

Outside the UK, local warranty liability is restricted to equipment
purchased within the territory. Our agents abroad are only under
contractual obligation to service under guarantee equipment
sold through them. They are entitled to make a non-refundable
charge for any service carried out on other equipment.

This guarantee does not limit your statutory rights within the
United Kingdom.

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Using the MSR with Meridian 200 and 600 Series Products

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Index

B

Battery, fitting 10

C

Configuration

200 Series products 12, 14
500 Series products 12, 13
500 Series products in 200 Series

mode 12, 14
601 Preamplifier 12, 16
digital loudspeakers in 200 Series

mode 12, 15
digital loudspeakers in 500 Series

mode 12, 13

Controls 8
Current source 9

D

Disassembly 10
Display key 9

F

Fitting the battery 10
Function key 9

operations 13

G

Guarantee 17

I

Introduction 1

J

Jumpers 12

K

Keys 7

Display 9
Function 9
menu keys 9
numeric 9
off 9
source control 9
source selection 9
volume keys 9

M

Menu keys 9
Meridian 500 Series 2

500 Compact Disc Transport 3
501 Remote Control Preamplifier 3
501V Control Unit 4
504 FM Tuner 3
506 Compact Disc Player 3
555 Stereo Power Amplifier 3
562 Digital Controller 3
562V Multimedia Controller 5
563 Digital to Analogue Converter 4

Meridian A2 Loudspeakers 3

Meridian D6000 Digital

Loudspeakers 5

Meridian DSP5000 Digital

Loudspeakers 3

Meridian M60 Active

Loudspeakers 4

N

Numeric keys 9

O

Off key 9

S

Service 17
Shift key 9
Source control keys 9
Source selection keys 9
Specification 6

V

Volume keys 9

Index

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Index