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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Ideal</strong> <strong>Combination</strong> <strong>for</strong><br />
<strong>Astonishing</strong> <strong>Sound</strong> <strong>Quality</strong>
“CDs played through the 808.2 and the new DSP7200<br />
active DSP loudspeaker sounded like high-resolution<br />
recordings.” — Robert Harley, AVGuide<br />
<strong>The</strong> heart and soul of your music library<br />
has been hidden away <strong>for</strong>ever. Now the<br />
time has come to set it free – to release<br />
the extraordinary excitement and emotion<br />
that lies within. Listen with DSP7200<br />
Digital Active loudspeakers – and<br />
experience the heart of your music <strong>for</strong> the<br />
first time.<br />
Meridian invented the Digital Active<br />
loudspeaker over 15 years ago. It takes<br />
the elements of a conventional hi-fi<br />
system and refines them, develops them<br />
to a peak – and hides them away inside<br />
the loudspeaker cabinet itself. This is the<br />
Meridian secret – a secret that you<br />
can share.<br />
Technology with a feeling <strong>for</strong> music<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian DSP7200 is part of a<br />
musical family – a very different and<br />
unusual family. A traditional ‘hi-fi system’<br />
wastes a great deal of energy: big<br />
amplifiers drive power down thick,<br />
unsightly cables, only to burn it away
Why you need a set of DSP7200s<br />
Meridian invented DSP loudspeakers over<br />
15 years ago. Nothing better reveals<br />
the feeling and emotion of your<br />
music library than a Meridian digital<br />
loudspeaker system.<br />
A sound four times the size<br />
This all-in-one design also means that<br />
the entire system is much more efficient<br />
– indeed, a Meridian DSP Loudspeaker<br />
produces as much sound as a<br />
conventional loudspeaker cabinet four<br />
times the size. Pure, simple, genius.<br />
<strong>The</strong> cabinet within a cabinet<br />
Inside the cabinet, each section of the<br />
loudspeaker has its own mini-enclosure,<br />
specially tailored <strong>for</strong> the range of<br />
frequencies it has to carry. A unique<br />
proprietary DSP filter is able to bring the<br />
best out of a Compact Disc, DVD or highdefinition<br />
disc – <strong>for</strong> unequalled sound<br />
quality and incredible per<strong>for</strong>mance.<br />
No unsightly cables<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are no expensive, bulky cables to<br />
get in the way. A single, slender CAT<br />
5 digital cable links the units together,<br />
completing a super-quality high-definition<br />
digital chain stretching all the way back<br />
to the studio or the concert hall, linking<br />
you directly to the source – direct to the<br />
way the artists, recordists and producers<br />
meant you to hear the original sound.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP7200 rear panel features<br />
RJ45 SpeakerLink sockets which<br />
allow Meridian components to be<br />
interconnected with a single, slender<br />
Cat 5 cable
<strong>The</strong> Perfect Companion<br />
<strong>The</strong> 808.2 Signature Reference Compact<br />
Disc Player is the ideal companion <strong>for</strong> a<br />
pair of DSP7200 digital loudspeakers.<br />
Together, the two deliver some of the very<br />
best Compact Disc reproduction that<br />
money can buy.<br />
You’ll bring a whole new life to your CD<br />
library – and experience a whole new<br />
level of enjoyment listening to music.<br />
Meridian’s 808.2: At last, Compact Disc<br />
delivers on its promise.<br />
Inside the 808.2 is a brand new digital<br />
filter that makes a familiar Compact Disc<br />
sound like High Resolution: smooth,<br />
clear, and natural. Not only does the<br />
808.2 bring out the best in your CDs:<br />
it can even correct faults in the original<br />
recording.<br />
Each 808.2 Signature Reference<br />
CD Player is individually signed by<br />
the co-founders of Meridian,<br />
Allen Boothroyd and Bob Stuart,<br />
inside the front cover panel
MERIDIAN AUDIO LIMITED<br />
Latham Road, Huntingdon, Cambridge, PE29 6YE, UK<br />
Tel +44 (0)1480 445678 Fax +44 (0)1480 445686<br />
www.meridian-audio.com<br />
MERIDIAN AMERICA INC<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C, Austell, GA 20168-7849, USA<br />
Tel +1 404 344 7111 Fax +1 404 346 7111<br />
P88371
Specifications
808.2 Outline Technical Specification<br />
THD & Noise: Better than -96dBFS<br />
Mechanism:<br />
Triple-beam laser, multi-speed CD/DVD-ROM transport<br />
Converters:<br />
192kHz-capable, 24-bit, Delta Sigma converters operating at 4 x CD sample rate (176.4kHz)<br />
Stereo Outputs:<br />
Analogue – 1 x unbalanced on phono, 1 x balanced on XLR-3M: 2.3vrms fixed/variable, 47Ω impedance<br />
Digital –<br />
Coax unbalanced (S/PDIF), RJ45 balanced (AES/EBU) digital interface <strong>for</strong> single-cable connection of other Meridian<br />
equipment. Operating at up to 2 x CD sample rate (88.2kHz), 24-bit with MHR option. Proprietary oversampling filter <strong>for</strong><br />
superb reproduction of CD and similar sources<br />
Stereo Inputs (808i only):<br />
Analogue – 6 x unbalanced on phono<br />
Digital –<br />
3 x coax unbalanced (S/PDIF) and 2 x Toslink optical<br />
Formats:<br />
CD Audio (CD-DA), CD-R, CD-R/W<br />
Connections: Two 5-pin 240° DIN sockets <strong>for</strong> Meridian Comms and RS232 full remote/configuration interface<br />
Three programmable 12v trigger outputs. RJ45 <strong>for</strong> single-cable SpeakerLink connection to other Meridian equipment<br />
Construction: Black lacquer or satin silver finish in metal & glass<br />
Dimensions: 480mm (18.9in) x 175mm (6.9in) x 411mm (16.2in) (WHD)<br />
Controls:<br />
Front-panel keys <strong>for</strong> Open/Close, Play, Stop, Pause, Previous, Next, On/Off. Additional controls behind hinged front<br />
access cover include Repeat, Fast Forward/Reverse, Display, Mute, Volume Up/Down, Store/Clear; Source<br />
Full remote control via MSR+ IR remote (supplied) and RS232<br />
Display:<br />
20-character dot matrix display with adjustable brightness and contrast. Indicators <strong>for</strong> Phase, Repeat and EQ (emphasis)<br />
Power Input: Universal power supply <strong>for</strong> 100–240Vac, 50/60Hz, 25W<br />
DSP7200 Outline Technical Specification<br />
Per<strong>for</strong>mance:<br />
Inputs:<br />
Outputs:<br />
Construction:<br />
Electronics:<br />
Dimensions:<br />
Weight:<br />
Controls:<br />
Front display:<br />
Frequency response in-room within 3dB from 30Hz to over 20kHz. Maximum output >112dB spl @ 1m on music<br />
material. Noise less than 15dB spl. Overall distortion typically
SW1600<br />
SW5500<br />
Digital/Analogue Subwoofers<br />
Optimised <strong>for</strong> both movie<br />
soundtracks and music<br />
Active analogue and digital<br />
inputs <strong>for</strong> maximum<br />
versatility<br />
12in, high-efficiency, longthrow<br />
drivers<br />
24-bit, 96kHz D/A converters<br />
<strong>for</strong> highest possible audio<br />
accuracy<br />
Separate analogue and digital<br />
power supplies <strong>for</strong> superb<br />
power handling and low<br />
distortion<br />
Class G high-efficiency,<br />
ultra-low output impedance<br />
amplifiers<br />
SW5500 subwoofer above, shown with<br />
front grille removed, and SW1600 below.<br />
Ultra-rigid cabinet minimises<br />
colouration<br />
Meridian’s SW1600 and SW5500<br />
combine the finest materials with stateof-the-art<br />
design to create what we<br />
believe are the ultimate subwoofers,<br />
emphasising extreme bass, depth,<br />
clarity, control, and articulation.<br />
Each subwoofer provides both digital<br />
and active analogue inputs, allowing<br />
them to be connected either to a<br />
Meridian digital surround controller or<br />
digital source with a digital coax output,<br />
or to an analogue preamplifier or<br />
surround controller with either phono<br />
or balanced (XLR) outputs.<br />
<strong>The</strong> subwoofers’ digital inputs employ<br />
96kHz/24bit digital to analogue<br />
conversion and accept inputs up to<br />
96kHz – including Meridian High<br />
Resolution (MHR) signals. If you are<br />
using the subwoofers with a digital<br />
source such as CD or DVD, these inputs<br />
allow signals to remain in digital <strong>for</strong>m<br />
until the last possible stage.<br />
Separate power supplies<br />
Separate analogue and digital<br />
power supplies are used to feed the<br />
subwoofer’s precision electronic circuits,<br />
ensuring that both high and low power<br />
sections receive continual smooth<br />
supply.<br />
<strong>The</strong> whole electronic assembly is<br />
supplied from a substantial toroidal<br />
trans<strong>for</strong>mer feeding high-quality,<br />
audiophile-grade capacitors.<br />
Optimised <strong>for</strong> both movies<br />
and music<br />
<strong>The</strong> subwoofers are based on 300mm<br />
(12in) high-efficiency long-throw custom<br />
bass drivers. <strong>The</strong> SW1600 uses a single<br />
driver, and the SW5500 uses two drivers<br />
in a single enclosure. In both cases,<br />
the enclosure is sealed <strong>for</strong> maximum<br />
flexibility of positioning.<br />
<strong>The</strong> speakers are driven by Class G high<br />
efficiency ultra-low output impedance<br />
amplifiers. <strong>The</strong> combination of idealised<br />
magnetic design, careful star earthing,<br />
and very fast output devices gives the<br />
amplifiers extremely low noise and<br />
fast bass, optimised <strong>for</strong> both music and<br />
movie soundtracks.<br />
Rigid cabinet design<br />
Each subwoofer is carefully constructed<br />
from 22mm MDF with inert basket<br />
bracing and bitumen damping to<br />
produce an ultra-rigid, damped cabinet<br />
that minimises colouration.<br />
<strong>The</strong> subwoofers are finished with 6mm<br />
annealed glass top-plates, and thick<br />
veneered MDF sides are bolted to the<br />
main cabinet, resulting in extremely low<br />
levels of cabinet resonance.<br />
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Applications<br />
<strong>The</strong> SW1600 and SW5500 can be<br />
used to complement Meridian DSP<br />
Loudspeakers in both stereo and<br />
surround systems. In addition, the<br />
analogue input capability makes them<br />
ideal <strong>for</strong> analogue systems too.<br />
A Meridian surround processor such<br />
as the G68 can handle several DSP<br />
loudspeakers, and the SW5500 is ideal<br />
as a mono subwoofer <strong>for</strong> a Meridian<br />
Digital <strong>The</strong>atre system, in particular to<br />
give exciting cinema effects and added<br />
realism in DVD movies.<br />
<strong>The</strong> recommended configuration <strong>for</strong><br />
music is to provide two subwoofers,<br />
one <strong>for</strong> each of the main left and right<br />
channels, <strong>for</strong> a superb stereo image.<br />
<strong>The</strong> SW1600 is ideal <strong>for</strong> this application.<br />
In a large system, multiple subwoofers<br />
can be employed to provide even more<br />
impressive effects.<br />
Accessories<br />
<strong>The</strong> SW1600 and SW5500 are supplied<br />
with feet, spikes and castors, allowing<br />
maximum versatility of mounting and<br />
position, including built-in or cabinet<br />
installation. Included are the cables<br />
required to use the subwoofers in a<br />
Meridian system.<br />
SW1600<br />
SW5500<br />
Digital/Analogue Subwoofers<br />
Subwoofer rear panel layout.<br />
SW1600<br />
Digital inputs<br />
• 1 x S/PDIF coax input (+1 output) , 32-96kHz.<br />
• PCM using IEC958, or MHR connection support with<br />
auto-detection.<br />
Analogue inputs<br />
• 3 x phono inputs: mono, left, right.<br />
• 3 x XLR balanced inputs: mono, left, right.<br />
Output stage<br />
• Power amplifier: 150W Class G high efficiency ultra<br />
low output impedance.<br />
Acoustic Parameters<br />
• Sealed enclosure; no port noise.<br />
• 1 x 300mm (12in) high-efficiency long-throw custom<br />
driver.<br />
• Inert basket-braced bitumen-damped cabinet.<br />
Characteristics<br />
• Distortion
Active Installation Speakers<br />
Meridian loudspeaker systems <strong>for</strong> in-wall and flush-mount applications<br />
Installation loudspeakers with<br />
true Meridian per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
Remote Active drive from<br />
G41 or C51 Powered<br />
Crossover/Amplifier (crossover<br />
module included with<br />
speaker)<br />
Excellent, well-defined bass<br />
and clear, open mid-range<br />
Accurate rendering of<br />
instruments and voice<br />
High SPL with fast transient<br />
response<br />
Heavy, rigid enclosures<br />
minimise wall and cavity<br />
resonances<br />
Stable imaging with excellent<br />
depth<br />
A330 in-wall with G41Powered Crossover/Amplifier.<br />
For years, Meridian loudspeakers have<br />
been regarded as offering the highest<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance available – the result of<br />
careful design, the highest-quality<br />
drivers and components, transparent<br />
crossovers and rigid, low-coloration<br />
enclosures in both Active and Digital<br />
Active designs.<br />
Now we have paid the same level of<br />
attention to the design of loudpeakers<br />
<strong>for</strong> installation purposes, including<br />
in-wall, flush-mount and on-wall<br />
configurations. <strong>The</strong>se offer full Meridian<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance <strong>for</strong> systems where the use<br />
of floor-standing models is impossible<br />
or inappropriate.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 300 Series consists of three ultraslimline<br />
systems <strong>for</strong> in-wall (surface<br />
grille) and flush-mount (completely<br />
hidden, eg behind wall coverings)<br />
applications, featuring 6.5in (165mm)<br />
metal-cone bass drivers, and a widedispersion<br />
horn-loaded ribbon tweeter<br />
<strong>for</strong> superb per<strong>for</strong>mance anywhere.<br />
Remote Active units are supplied with<br />
the appropriate crossover card <strong>for</strong> the<br />
G41 Active Crossover unit.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 320 includes a single bass driver<br />
and tweeter; the 330 adds an 8in<br />
(200mm) Auxiliary Bass Radiator (ABR);<br />
and the 350 features two bass drivers<br />
and two ABRs.<br />
Wide dispersion <strong>for</strong> an<br />
excellent sound throughout<br />
the room<br />
Excellent clarity <strong>for</strong> movie<br />
dialogue<br />
Cable length compensation<br />
maximises per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
<strong>The</strong> 200 Series in-ceiling/wall design<br />
and the 300 Series of wall-mounting<br />
systems allow exceptional flexibility of<br />
configuration. This document describes<br />
their application as remotely-driven<br />
active in-wall/flush-mount speakers and<br />
the G41 Powered Crossover/Amplifier<br />
designed to power them; passive and<br />
on-wall configurations are also available<br />
and are detailed separately.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 200 Series speakers are 2-way<br />
designs with an 8in (200mm) bass<br />
driver and pivoting tweeter, <strong>for</strong><br />
surface mounting in-ceiling or in-wall<br />
applications.<br />
Heavy, rigid enclosures minimise wall<br />
and cavity excitation so you hear the<br />
speakers, and not wall resonances.<br />
A white paintable low-resonance grille<br />
and frame is included, and rough-in<br />
boxes are available.<br />
In every case, Meridian installation<br />
loudspeakers deliver the per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
of a stand-alone design in a discreet<br />
enclosure with minimal visual impact<br />
– and awesome power.<br />
On-wall, passive and DSP configurations<br />
are also available: contact Meridian <strong>for</strong><br />
details.<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
Remote Active<br />
Systems<br />
A200Z<br />
<strong>The</strong> A200Z in-ceiling speaker is a 2-<br />
way designs with an 8in (200mm) bass<br />
driver, pivoting tweeter and is supplied<br />
without crossover. <strong>The</strong> unit may also<br />
be mounted into standard 4-inch deep<br />
stud walls and is designed to occupy<br />
this depth. See back page <strong>for</strong> dimensions.<br />
A320i/A320f A330i/A330f A350i/A350f<br />
A 3 2 0 W P 3 3 0 W A 3 5 0 W<br />
Wall Speakers<br />
<strong>The</strong> 300 Series consists of three sizes<br />
of ultra-slimline wall speakers, each<br />
offered in three mounting <strong>for</strong>mats:<br />
In-wall (surface grille) (“i” suffix);<br />
Flush-mount (completely hidden, eg<br />
behind wall coverings) (“f” suffix); and<br />
On-wall applications (“w” suffix) (these<br />
are covered in a separate document)<br />
<strong>The</strong> 320 model only may also be ceilingmounted.<br />
Each unit features 6.5in (165mm) bass<br />
drivers, and a wide-dispersion ribbon<br />
tweeter <strong>for</strong> superb per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
anywhere. Units are supplied with a<br />
crossover card <strong>for</strong> the G41 Powered<br />
Crossover system.<br />
A white custom paintable grille and a<br />
white cloth-covered grille are included<br />
with the in-wall products. Roughin<br />
boxes are available <strong>for</strong> in-wall or<br />
flush-mount applications. <strong>The</strong> flushmount<br />
version is supplied without a<br />
grille, facilitating custom wall surface<br />
treatments.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 320 includes a single bass driver<br />
and tweeter; the 330 adds an 8in<br />
(200mm) Auxiliary Bass Radiator<br />
(ABR); and the 350 features two<br />
bass drivers and two ABRs. All three<br />
models are available <strong>for</strong> passive (‘P’<br />
prefix) and active operation (‘A’ prefix)<br />
and <strong>for</strong> in-wall, flush-mount or onwall<br />
installation. See opposite <strong>for</strong><br />
dimensions.<br />
G41 & C51<br />
Powered<br />
Crossovers<br />
Two drive options are available <strong>for</strong><br />
Meridian Remote Active loudspeakers,<br />
both utilising the same plug-in<br />
crossover modules supplied with the<br />
loudspeaker. <strong>The</strong> G41 provides eight<br />
channels of amplification which can be<br />
configured as four pairs of treble/bass<br />
amplification or three pairs of treble/<br />
bass plus two channels full-range. <strong>The</strong><br />
G41 has a standard Meridian G-Series<br />
enclosure.<br />
Additional details overleaf.<br />
<strong>The</strong> C51 offers five pairs of treble/bass<br />
amplification and is a member of our C<br />
Series range of custom install products.<br />
Separate data sheet available.
Mounting Frames In-wall Series Flush-mount Series<br />
350<br />
Series<br />
330<br />
Series<br />
320<br />
Series
Remote Active Systems<br />
Outline Specifications<br />
A200Z<br />
System<br />
2-way in-ceiling/wall unit<br />
supplied with G41 crossover card<br />
Bass driver<br />
8in diameter, silver paper cone, rubber surround<br />
Tweeter<br />
1in diameter, aluminium diaphragm<br />
Frequency response 52Hz-20KHz<br />
Impedance<br />
Nominal 8Ω<br />
Sensitivity (1W/1M) 89dB/1Watt@1m<br />
Power handling 10-80W<br />
Hole cut-out diameter 9.37in/238mm<br />
Outer frame diameter 10.75in/273mm<br />
Depth <strong>for</strong> installation 4in/101.6mm<br />
Weight<br />
4.5lbs/2kg approx.<br />
A320<br />
System<br />
Bass driver<br />
Tweeter<br />
Impedance<br />
Amplification<br />
2-way in-wall/ceiling* unit with G41 crossover card.<br />
Van den Hul internal wiring throughout<br />
6.5in/165mm metal-coned driver<br />
Wide-dispersion ribbon device<br />
Nominal 8Ω<br />
G41 Powered Crossover/Amplifier recommended<br />
A330<br />
System<br />
Bass driver<br />
Tweeter<br />
ABR<br />
Impedance<br />
Amplification<br />
A350<br />
System<br />
Bass drivers<br />
Tweeter<br />
ABRs<br />
Impedance<br />
Amplification<br />
Crossover cards<br />
2-way in-wall unit with Auxiliary Bass Radiator (ABR).<br />
Supplied with G41 crossover card.<br />
Van den Hul internal wiring throughout<br />
6.5in/165mm metal-coned driver<br />
Wide-dispersion ribbon device<br />
8in/200mm Auxiliary Bass Radiator<br />
Nominal 8Ω<br />
G41 Powered Crossover/Amplifier recommended<br />
2-way in-wall unit with dual bass drivers and ABRs.<br />
Supplied with G41 crossover card.<br />
Van den Hul internal wiring throughout<br />
2 x 6.5in/165mm metal-coned drivers<br />
Wide-dispersion ribbon device<br />
2 x 8in/200mm Auxiliary Bass Radiators<br />
Nominal 4Ω<br />
G41 Powered Crossover/Amplifier recommended<br />
designed <strong>for</strong> the G41 Powered Crossover/Amplifier<br />
(see below) are supplied with each loudspeaker. <strong>The</strong>se<br />
feature premium quality Burr-Brown operational<br />
amplifiers and four-layer printed circuit boards.<br />
Specify in-wall or flush-mount configuration (see dimensioned drawings inside). Rough-in boxes available separately.<br />
*<strong>The</strong> 320 units may optionally be ceiling-mounted; the 330 and 350 are not suitable <strong>for</strong> in-ceiling use.<br />
On-wall versions available later in 2006: contact Meridian <strong>for</strong> details.<br />
Passive versions are detailed in a separate datasheet.<br />
G41 Powered Crossover/Amplifier<br />
<strong>The</strong> G41 powers 200 and 300 Series<br />
installation loudspeakers in Remote<br />
Active mode. It features active crossovers,<br />
switched balanced and unbalanced<br />
inputs, and employs the same lowfeedback<br />
topology as Meridian’s<br />
G55/56/57 amplifiers, which was<br />
developed from that used in the flagship<br />
DSP8000.<br />
Eight channels of approximately100W/8Ω<br />
(180W/4Ω) RMS amplification are<br />
provided, grouped into four pairs, each<br />
providing bass and tweeter outputs from<br />
a full-range input.<br />
<strong>The</strong> fourth channel pair can also be<br />
configured as two full-range amplifiers<br />
<strong>for</strong> driving a pair of passive loudspeakers,<br />
eg <strong>for</strong> surrounds. To do this, the righthand<br />
modular crossover card is removed<br />
and replaced by one providing additional<br />
full-range unbalanced inputs.<br />
Replacement labels identify the<br />
reconfigured output terminals (see rear<br />
panel illustration below).<br />
<strong>The</strong> crossover modules take the <strong>for</strong>m of<br />
cards which can be inserted at the time<br />
of installation to configure the unit <strong>for</strong><br />
the speakers in use, and an appropriate<br />
card is supplied with each loudspeaker.<br />
Modules are available <strong>for</strong> the 320, 330<br />
and 350, and each module includes a<br />
pair of LEDs that confirm the positive<br />
and negative power-rails are operative<br />
and identifies the crossover installed by<br />
means of the colour combination. 200<br />
Series units can use the crossover or can<br />
be driven in passive configuration with<br />
the fourth amplifier pair configured <strong>for</strong><br />
two channels of full-range operation.<br />
<strong>The</strong>rmal, short-circuit and DC fault<br />
protection circuitry is included. <strong>The</strong> G41<br />
has soft start, fan output and trigger<br />
input.<br />
A unique feature of the G41 is a cablelength<br />
compensation switch. <strong>The</strong><br />
amplifiers have a negative impedance to<br />
cancel out cable effects. This dramatically<br />
improves per<strong>for</strong>mance, tightening the<br />
bass response and giving significantly<br />
improved control and punch. Two switchselectable<br />
settings are provided, one<br />
<strong>for</strong> cables under 10m and the other <strong>for</strong><br />
cables over 10m in length. A separate<br />
rear-panel switch is provided <strong>for</strong> each<br />
pair of amplifiers.<br />
Meridian Remote Active loudspeakers<br />
may also be driven by the C51 rackmount<br />
unit, part of our C Series custom<br />
installation range. A separate data sheet<br />
is available on request.<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road<br />
Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE<br />
England<br />
T +44 (0) 1480 445678<br />
F +44 (0) 1480 445686<br />
Meridian America Inc<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849<br />
T +1 (404) 344 7111<br />
F +1 (404) 346 7111<br />
CHANNEL 1<br />
OUTPUT<br />
CHANNEL 1<br />
INPUT<br />
BALANCED<br />
CHANNEL 3<br />
INPUT<br />
BALANCED<br />
CHANNEL 4<br />
INPUT<br />
BALANCED<br />
CHANNEL 2<br />
INPUT<br />
BALANCED<br />
CHANNEL 2<br />
OUTPUT<br />
TWEETER<br />
BASS<br />
UNBALANCED<br />
UNBALANCED<br />
UNBALANCED<br />
UNBALANCED<br />
BASS<br />
TWEETER<br />
SHORT<br />
10M<br />
CHANNEL CHANNEL<br />
MERIDIAN<br />
1+2 3+4<br />
CONTROLLED<br />
CABLE LENGTH FAN OUTPUT<br />
POWER INPUT ~50-60Hz 30 - 1200VA MAX<br />
ON<br />
OFF<br />
CAUTION REPLACE WITH SAME TYPE FUSE<br />
T10AL <strong>for</strong> 100-120V<br />
T5AL <strong>for</strong> 220-240V<br />
CHANNEL 2<br />
CROSSOVER<br />
FULL-RANGE INPUTS<br />
BASS<br />
CHANNEL FULL-RANGE 4 OUTPUTS<br />
OUTPUT<br />
CHANNEL A<br />
TWEETER<br />
CHANNEL B<br />
CHANNEL A CHANNEL B<br />
SERIAL NUMBER<br />
VOLTAGE TESTED<br />
JS26237 MERIDIAN G41-10 FULL RANGE ACCESS PANEL Iss C<br />
E/UP 9/12/05<br />
JS26239 MERIDIAN G41-11 FRONT RANGE LABEL Iss 1<br />
E/DOWN 9/12/05<br />
www.meridian-audio.com<br />
This is a preliminary document and is subject to<br />
significant change without notice.<br />
Meridian retains the right to improve or modify product<br />
specifications and design at any time. E&OE.
MF10<br />
1080p High Definition Projector<br />
Product highlights<br />
Native 30,000:1 contrast and<br />
wire-grid polarisation deliver true<br />
blacks without an iris<br />
Three 0.7in full-HD D-ILA chips<br />
<strong>for</strong> smooth, flicker-free, cinemaquality<br />
high-resolution images<br />
Exclusive calibration process<br />
employs software developed<br />
<strong>for</strong> Meridian by William<br />
Phelps, dramatically improving<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
High per<strong>for</strong>mance 2x zoom lens<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian MF10 digital projector<br />
offers extraordinary black reproduction<br />
capability, with 30,000:1 native contrast<br />
ratio. It also features a brand new 0.7in<br />
full high definition device and associated<br />
optical engine utilising advanced<br />
D-ILA technology. <strong>The</strong> impressive<br />
contrast ratio is obtained via the native<br />
capabilities of the engine, without the<br />
use of a dynamic iris, thus ensuring<br />
true black reproduction without loss of<br />
brightness.<br />
D-ILA is a particularly advanced approach<br />
to LCOS (Liquid Crystal On Silicon) display<br />
technology which offers significant advances<br />
over other display systems.<br />
Unlike many other systems, which use a<br />
single display element and a colour wheel,<br />
which introduces flickering and other<br />
artefacts such as colour dithering and<br />
rainbow effects, the MF10 employs three<br />
individually-tuned 1920 x 1080 pixel D-ILA<br />
devices – one each <strong>for</strong> red, green and blue.<br />
D-ILA devices achieve a significant reduction<br />
in stray light by flattening the spaces<br />
between pixels and using new, advanced<br />
liquid crystals and orientation technologies.<br />
<strong>The</strong> optical engine also employs wire grid<br />
polarisers, which signficantly reduce light<br />
scatter into the projection lens, further<br />
contributing to improved contrast.<br />
In addition to a host of superb quality<br />
features, each Meridian MF10 projector<br />
is hand-tuned at our headquarters and<br />
manufacturing facility near Cambridge,<br />
England. Here, using specially-developed<br />
test and calibration routines, we precisely<br />
set gamma, colour temperature and<br />
other parameters, allowing the MF10 to<br />
dramatically exceed the per<strong>for</strong>mance of offthe-shelf<br />
projectors.<br />
Meridian has exclusive access to the inner<br />
workings of D-ILA, and using special<br />
software developed by William Phelps, we<br />
are able to unlock the full potential of this<br />
projector – particularly the ability to calibrate<br />
the individual Red, Green and Blue colour<br />
look-up tables (LUTs) that determine exact<br />
colour levels <strong>for</strong> each pixel.<br />
With full access to the projector’s processing<br />
system, we can per<strong>for</strong>m a full calibration<br />
procedure, optimising not only gamma but<br />
also colour/grey scale, ensuring more natural<br />
colour and minimum artefacts. In addition,<br />
we provide the highest degree of accuracy<br />
with all available gamma selections. No other<br />
company or process has access to these<br />
capabilities.<br />
Superior colour rendition is made possible<br />
by an unusually broad colour space – the<br />
MF10’s colour rendering system exceeds the<br />
gamut of competing systems (see over).<br />
80% vertical and 34% horizontal<br />
lens shift <strong>for</strong> easier installation<br />
True full-spec 1080p (1920 X<br />
1080) High Definition<br />
Dimensioned drawing and<br />
RS232 code documents available<br />
separately.<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road, Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE, UK<br />
T +44(0)1480 445678<br />
F +44(0)1480 445686<br />
E info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Meridian America Inc.<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849, USA<br />
T +1(404) 344 7111<br />
F +1(404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
MF10<br />
1080p High Definition Projector<br />
<strong>The</strong> standard motorised projection lens is a<br />
large-diameter all-glass assembly with 16<br />
elements in 13 groups. It is made by Fujinon<br />
Corporation, noted <strong>for</strong> their quality projection<br />
lenses. <strong>The</strong> lens minimises chromatic<br />
aberration effects and delivers maximum<br />
resolution by ensuring that individual pixels<br />
are all in focus on-screen. <strong>The</strong> 2x zoom<br />
capability permits a large, bright image even<br />
in smaller environments that do not allow <strong>for</strong><br />
longer projector-to-screen distances.<br />
<strong>The</strong> projector also includes a special vertical<br />
stretch facility <strong>for</strong> the display of extra-widescreen<br />
images with the addition of a thirdparty<br />
lens assembly. Most projectors obtain a<br />
2.35:1 aspect ratio simply by masking off the<br />
top and bottom of the display area with black<br />
bands (letterboxing). This inevitably reduces<br />
the image resolution, brightness and contrast,<br />
as a significant number of available<br />
Projection Distance Chart<br />
Diagonal Width Height Lens = Wide Lens = Tele<br />
in. mm in. mm in. m ft. m ft.<br />
60 1,328 52.28 747 29.41 1.78 5.84 3.63 11.91<br />
70 1,549 60.98 872 34.33 2.09 6.86 4.24 13.91<br />
80 1,771 69.72 996 39.21 2.4 7.87 4.86 15.94<br />
90 1,992 78.43 1,121 44.13 2.71 8.89 5.47 17.95<br />
100 2,214 87.17 1,245 49.02 3.01 9.88 6.08 19.95<br />
110 2,435 95.87 1,370 53.94 3.32 10.89 6.7 21.98<br />
120 2,656 104.57 1,494 58.82 3.63 11.91 7.31 23.98<br />
130 2,878 113.31 1,619 63.74 3.93 12.89 7.93 26.02<br />
140 3,099 122.01 1,743 68.62 4.24 13.91 8.54 28.02<br />
150 3,320 130.71 1,868 73.54 4.55 14.93 9.16 30.05<br />
160 3,542 139.45 1,992 78.43 4.86 15.94 9.77 32.05<br />
170 3,763 148.15 2,117 83.35 5.16 16.93 10.38 34.06<br />
180 3,984 156.85 2,241 88.23 5.47 17.95 11 36.09<br />
190 4,206 165.59 2,366 93.15 5.78 18.96 11.61 38.09<br />
200 4,427 174.29 2,490 98.03 6.08 19.95 12.23 40.12<br />
Note: all values are ±5%<br />
Display size (16:9)<br />
display pixels are not being used. In the case<br />
of the MF10, the image is expanded vertically<br />
to facilitate the use of all 2,073,600 pixels<br />
in the display engine, dramatically increasing<br />
brightness and contrast.<br />
To make positioning of the projector in an<br />
installation as easy as possible, the MF10<br />
offers ±80% vertical and ±34% horizontal<br />
lens shift, and the unit may be table or<br />
ceiling mounted. Ease of installation is<br />
further enhanced by the front intake/exhaust<br />
arrangement of the low-noise fan system,<br />
which leaves only interconnects on the rear<br />
panel. In addition, the lamp is easily accessed<br />
via a side panel wherever the projector is<br />
mounted.<br />
<strong>The</strong> projector features HDMI 1.3 inputs,<br />
allowing 225MHz bandwidth and billions<br />
of colours, enhanced resolution and higher<br />
frame rates. <strong>The</strong> connectors are widelyspaced<br />
to allow the easy connection of<br />
professional cabling. <strong>The</strong> multiple input<br />
capability of the MF10 makes it particularly<br />
easy to install in a wide variety of systems.<br />
A Meridian DVD player like those in the<br />
800 or G Series can drive the MF10 directly<br />
via HDMI, and there are also component,<br />
S-Video and composite analogue inputs.<br />
Alternatively, a processor like the Meridian<br />
DVP1080 can be used, offering superior<br />
quality scaling, de-interlacing and upconverting<br />
of a wide selection of analogue<br />
and digital inputs. <strong>The</strong> MF10 can also be<br />
used with other processors.<br />
Projection distance<br />
Technical specification<br />
Display device<br />
• 1080p (Full HD) D-ILA device<br />
Panel size<br />
• 3 x 0.7 inch (16:9 aspect ratio)<br />
Resolution<br />
• 1920 x 1080 pixels<br />
Lens<br />
• motorized focus/2 x zoom lens<br />
(1.4-2.8:1)<br />
Projection size<br />
• 60 inches to 200 inches<br />
Lens shift<br />
• ±80% vertical and ±34% horizontal<br />
Contrast ratio<br />
• Native : 30,000:1 (Device 40,000:1)<br />
Light source<br />
• 200-watt ultra high pressure mercury<br />
Brightness<br />
• 600 lumens<br />
Input terminals (back panel)<br />
• HDMI x 2 (ver. 1.3) can also be used as<br />
PC input<br />
• Component x 1 (3 RCA) can also be<br />
used as an RGB terminal.<br />
• S Video terminal (mini DIN4 pin) x 1<br />
• Composite x 1 (1 RCA terminal)<br />
• Control terminals RS-232 (D-sub, 9-pin)<br />
Video input <strong>for</strong>mats<br />
• 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p 60/50, 1080i<br />
60/50, 1080p 60/50/24,<br />
• NTSC/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/<br />
SECAM<br />
Noise level<br />
• 24dB (in normal mode)<br />
Power consumption<br />
• 280 watts (2.7 watts in stand-by)<br />
Dimensions<br />
• 455 x 172.5 x 418.5mm (17 29 / 32<br />
in x 6<br />
51<br />
/ 64<br />
in x 16 15 / 32<br />
in) (W x H x D without<br />
extrusions)<br />
Weight<br />
• 11.6kg (25.6 lbs.)<br />
MF10DS-ENG v2.8 • REƒ • P88351 • 20080814
G08.2<br />
24-bit Upsampling Compact Disc Player<br />
Product highlights<br />
Upsampling <strong>for</strong> dramatic increase<br />
in quality<br />
Now with a unique proprietary<br />
filter with ‘apodizing’ per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
that realises the promise of<br />
Compact Disc<br />
Slot-loading CD/DVD-ROM drive<br />
allows over ten times better errorcorrection<br />
24-bit DAC operates at 176.4kHz<br />
<strong>for</strong> maximum per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
Meridian’s G Series line of high per<strong>for</strong>mance digital<br />
& analogue consumer audio components feature a<br />
stylish cabinet design in traditional black or a sleek<br />
silver finish.<br />
Designed to be either free-standing or rackmounted,<br />
G Series components build on their<br />
predecessors, the multi-award-winning 500 and<br />
our flagship 800 Series, and include entirely new<br />
circuitry developed specifically <strong>for</strong> the G Series.<br />
Multi-layer boards reduce system noise and improve<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance. In products which include video<br />
capabilities, broadcast-quality, wide-bandwidth<br />
video components are employed <strong>for</strong> maximum<br />
image integrity.<br />
G Series units are easy to use. Where appropriate,<br />
a knob is included to control volume. <strong>The</strong> positiveaction<br />
front-panel keys are software-defined: their<br />
legends are presented in the vacuum fluorescent<br />
display and change intelligently according to context.<br />
Full installation configuration of many G Series<br />
components is achieved by running a special setup<br />
program on a Windows computer, connected to the<br />
G Series unit via a serial link, or direct from the front<br />
panel.<br />
G Series products also include serial ports <strong>for</strong><br />
remote operation and configuration, along with<br />
infra-red sensor input and trigger capabilities, plus<br />
Meridian communications ports. A comprehensive<br />
back-lit learning/programmable remote is included<br />
with products other than amplifiers.<br />
<strong>The</strong> G08.2 24-bit Upsampling CD Player<br />
takes Compact Disc playback to a higher<br />
level, with a heritage that includes the<br />
multiple award winning 588 and 800, and<br />
over two dozen optical disc players from<br />
1984 to the present day.<br />
<strong>The</strong> G08.2 features a robust new slot-loading drive<br />
and is CD-optimised, able to play virtually any Red<br />
Book CD, as well as CD-R and CD-R/W. It also<br />
plays the CD layer of an SACD disc.<br />
At the heart of the G08.2 are fully-integrated<br />
electronics and a computer-style CD/DVD-ROM<br />
drive. Although it normally runs at standard CD<br />
speed, the drive is capable of spinning the disc<br />
much faster, allowing multiple high-speed re-reads<br />
to ensure accurate recovery of data from even the<br />
most difficult disc. This feature alone provides ten<br />
times the error correction of a conventional CD<br />
player.<br />
Once the digital data stream has been recovered<br />
from the disc, powerful on-board digital signal<br />
processing (DSP) with a capability of an impressive<br />
150 MIPS (million instrcutions per second) upsamples<br />
the digital in<strong>for</strong>mation from the 44.1 kHz,<br />
16-bit signal of conventional CD to 24 bits, and to<br />
a sample rate of 176.4 kHz <strong>for</strong> digital to analogue<br />
conversion to drive the analogue outputs, and 88.2<br />
kHz <strong>for</strong> the digital outputs.<br />
Upsampling enables filtering to take place far<br />
beyond the range of human hearing, as well as<br />
offering other, audible benefits, right across the<br />
audio band, <strong>for</strong> ultimate transparency from a CD<br />
source.<br />
Balanced & unbalanced analogue<br />
outs <strong>for</strong> maximum quality and<br />
flexibility<br />
Multiple buffers <strong>for</strong> minimum jitter<br />
and superior stereo imaging<br />
S/PDIF coax and TOSLink optical<br />
digital outs <strong>for</strong> high-quality replay<br />
Evolved from the award-winning<br />
588 & 800 players<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road, Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE, UK<br />
T +44(0)1480 445678<br />
F +44(0)1480 445686<br />
E info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Meridian America Inc.<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849, USA<br />
T +1(404) 344 7111<br />
F +1(404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
G08.2<br />
24-bit Upsampling Compact Disc Player<br />
G08.2 rear panel<br />
Meridian’s research team designed an<br />
exquisite new filter based on their original<br />
research – a filter with ‘apodizing-like’<br />
qualities. It first appeared in the 808.2 and<br />
is now included in the G08.2. This filter<br />
system removes “ringing” and pre-echoes<br />
<strong>for</strong> superb clarity and imaging, and is so<br />
effective that it can even correct errors<br />
made in the recording or mastering stage –<br />
CDs played back on the G08.2 can sound<br />
even better than they did in the studio!<br />
<strong>The</strong> G08.2 also employs a triple buffering system<br />
to minimise jitter, and there<strong>for</strong>e maximise HF<br />
transparency and stereo image precision and<br />
stability.<br />
This, and the digital electronics as a whole, are<br />
driven by a new design of high-stability clocking<br />
system which further reduces jitter and ensures<br />
that the highest level of detail is recovered from<br />
a disc. All digital data are accurately re-clocked.<br />
Multiple power supplies ensure that digital and<br />
analogue circuitry are kept apart and can provide<br />
the required power when called upon to do so.<br />
<strong>The</strong> G08.2 player includes both balanced (on<br />
XLR connectors) and unbalanced (on phono<br />
connectors) 2-channel analogue outputs. S/PDIF<br />
(Sony/Philips Digital Interface, IEC 60958) digital<br />
outputs are also provided and both optical (Toslink/<br />
EIAJ) and coax digital <strong>for</strong>mats are included. In<br />
addition, the optical digital outputs can support<br />
surround-encoded bitstreams such as those<br />
derived from DTS-encoded CDs, which can be<br />
replayed via an external decoder.<br />
<strong>The</strong> G08.2 Upsampling CD player is an ideal<br />
complement to both analogue and digital systems.<br />
A typical analogue system is shown above,<br />
including a G02 Balanced Control Unit and G57<br />
high-power 2-channel amplifier, driving a pair of<br />
analogue passive speakers. <strong>The</strong> coaxial digital<br />
outputs will drive Meridian DSP loudspeakers<br />
directly to <strong>for</strong>m a superb quality stereo CD replay<br />
system.<br />
Technical specification<br />
THD/Noise<br />
• Better than –96dBFS<br />
Mechanism<br />
• Triple-beam laser, multi-speed<br />
CD/DVD-ROM transport<br />
Converters<br />
• 192kHz-capable, 24-bit, Delta Sigma<br />
converters operating at 4 x CD sample rate<br />
(176.4kHz)<br />
Outputs<br />
• Analogue:<br />
1 unbalanced on phono, 1 balanced on<br />
XLR-3M: 2.3V rms fixed, Class A, 47Ω<br />
impedance<br />
• Digital<br />
S/PDIF (IEC60958), coax and Toslink<br />
optical, operating at up to 2 x CD sample<br />
rate (88.2kHz), 24-bit<br />
Controls<br />
• Front-panel soft keys include Play, Stop,<br />
Pause, Previous, Next, etc. Buttons <strong>for</strong> On/<br />
Off, Open, Display. Full remote control of all<br />
features via MSR+. Meridian Comms (2 x<br />
DIN 240º and BNC), IR in and RS232<br />
Formats<br />
• CD Audio (CD-DA), CD-R, CD-R/W,<br />
DTS-CD (bitstream out only: external DTS<br />
decoder required)<br />
Comms<br />
• Two 5-pin 240° DIN sockets, BNC socket<br />
Meridian Comms, and RS232 full remote/<br />
configuration interface<br />
Construction<br />
• Meridian black or silver finish in metal &<br />
glass<br />
Dimensions<br />
• Width: 440mm (17.32in); Depth: 350mm<br />
(13.78in) plus connectors; Height: 90mm<br />
(3.54in)<br />
Weight<br />
• 8.5 kg (18.7 lbs)<br />
Display<br />
• Multi-character dot-matrix Vacuum<br />
Fluorescent Display<br />
Power<br />
• Universal power supply <strong>for</strong> 100–240Vac,<br />
50/60Hz, 25W<br />
G08.2DS-ENG v2.1 • REƒ • P88363 • 20081107
G06.2<br />
24-bit Compact Disc Player<br />
Meridian’s G Series line of high per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
digital & analogue consumer audio<br />
components feature a stylish cabinet design in<br />
traditional black or a sleek silver finish.<br />
Designed to be either free-standing or rackmounted,<br />
G Series components build on their<br />
predecessors, the multi-award-winning 500<br />
and our flagship 800 Series, and include<br />
entirely new circuitry developed specifically <strong>for</strong><br />
the G Series.<br />
Multi-layer boards reduce system noise and<br />
improve per<strong>for</strong>mance. In products which<br />
include video capabilities, broadcast-quality,<br />
wide-bandwidth video components are<br />
employed <strong>for</strong> maximum image integrity.<br />
G Series units are easy to use. Where<br />
appropriate, a knob is included to control<br />
volume. <strong>The</strong> positive-action front-panel<br />
keys are software-defined: their legends are<br />
presented in the vacuum fluorescent display<br />
and change intelligently according to context.<br />
Full installation configuration of many G Series<br />
components is achieved by running a special<br />
setup program on a Windows computer,<br />
connected to the G Series unit via a serial link,<br />
or direct from the front panel.<br />
G Series products also include serial ports<br />
<strong>for</strong> remote operation and configuration,<br />
along with infra-red sensor input and trigger<br />
capabilities, plus Meridian communications<br />
ports. A comprehensive back-lit learning/<br />
programmable remote is included with<br />
products other than amplifiers.<br />
Meridian built the world’s first<br />
audiophile Compact Disc player in<br />
1984 and the first two-unit transport<br />
and converter in 1986; and has been<br />
leading the way ever since. We have to<br />
date received over 50 major industry<br />
awards <strong>for</strong> our CD players.<br />
Meridian’s G06.2 CD Player is a superb,<br />
cost-effective introduction to the G Series<br />
line. Its heritage lies in the 508, which won<br />
over 20 awards, including a Class ‘A’ rating<br />
from Stereophile, and it takes cues from the<br />
astonishing 800 player, <strong>for</strong> which the Class<br />
‘A+’ rating was specially added, and the<br />
808.2, which we believe to be the best CD<br />
Player we have ever built.<br />
Inside the G06.2 lies advanced design – both<br />
digital and analogue. Multi-layer PCBs, four<br />
separate power supplies, the latest surfacemount<br />
technology and carefully-selected<br />
audiophile-quality components – and of<br />
course, Meridian’s signature quality design<br />
and manufacturing.<br />
At the heart of the G06.2 are fully-integrated<br />
electronics and a robust, slot-loading<br />
computer-style CD/DVD-ROM drive.<br />
Although it normally runs at standard CD<br />
speed, the drive is capable of spinning the<br />
disc much faster, allowing multiple highspeed<br />
re-reads to ensure accurate recovery<br />
of data from even the most difficult disc. This<br />
feature alone provides ten times the error<br />
correction of a conventional CD player.<br />
Product highlights<br />
DAC rated at 192 kHz, 24-bit <strong>for</strong><br />
maximum analogue per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
Slot-loading ROM drive allows<br />
over ten times improvement in<br />
error-correction<br />
Superb sound quality via Class A<br />
analogue or digital outputs<br />
Digital output <strong>for</strong> direct<br />
connection to Meridian DSP<br />
Loudspeakers<br />
S/PDIF coax and TOSLink optical<br />
digital outs <strong>for</strong> high-quality replay<br />
Developed from the awardwinning<br />
G08 player<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road, Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE, UK<br />
T +44(0)1480 445678<br />
F +44(0)1480 445686<br />
E info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Meridian America Inc.<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849, USA<br />
T +1(404) 344 7111<br />
F +1(404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
G06.2<br />
24-bit Compact Disc Player<br />
G06.2 rear panel<br />
<strong>The</strong> G06.2 maximises audio quality by<br />
reducing jitter to extremely low levels, <strong>for</strong><br />
a smooth open, well-defined sound and<br />
pinpoint stereo imaging. This is achieved<br />
by re-clocking the digital outputs and by a<br />
superb direct-coupled audiophile-quality<br />
output stage.<br />
<strong>The</strong> player utilises 192 kHz, 24-bit digital<br />
to analogue converters <strong>for</strong> the very highest<br />
analogue quality, while the internal circuitry<br />
includes a superb analogue design to<br />
complement the high-spec DACs and<br />
delivering 2V rms with less than –95dB noise<br />
and distortion. <strong>The</strong> result is exceptionally<br />
accurate stereo imaging, and a clear, open<br />
and authoritative sound.<br />
Both S/PDIF coaxial and TOSLink optical<br />
digital outputs are provided, and all audio<br />
cable interfaces are via gold-plated<br />
connectors. An RS232 serial port is provided<br />
<strong>for</strong> remote control operation. This port can be<br />
used to update the G06.2’s system software,<br />
thanks to Flash ROM storage.<br />
<strong>The</strong> G06.2 is supplied with the Meridian<br />
System Remote Plus backlit remote<br />
control. This controller not only operates<br />
all appropriate Meridian products; it can<br />
also be used to control the vast majority<br />
of components from other manufacturers,<br />
thanks to its built-in product library that<br />
includes literally hundreds of manufacturers.<br />
And if a product is not in the database, it can<br />
be added via the remote’s learning function.<br />
<strong>The</strong> G06.2 is an ideal player <strong>for</strong> many<br />
applications, such as an integrated analogue<br />
stereo system comprising the G06.2 CD<br />
player and the G51 receiver (see illustration,<br />
right). <strong>The</strong> G06.2’s coaxial digital outputs will<br />
drive Meridian DSP loudspeakers directly to<br />
<strong>for</strong>m a superb quality all-digital stereo CD<br />
replay system.<br />
Technical specification<br />
THD<br />
• Better than –95dBFS<br />
Noise<br />
• Better than –95dBFS<br />
Mechanism<br />
• Triple-beam laser, multi-speed slot-loading<br />
CD/DVD-ROM transport<br />
Converters<br />
• 192kHz-capable (operating at CD sample<br />
rate of 44.1kHz), 24-bit, Delta Sigma<br />
Outputs<br />
• Analogue: 1 unbalanced on phono, 2.3V rms<br />
fixed, Class A, 47Ω impedance;<br />
• Digital: S/PDIF (IEC60958), coax and<br />
Toslink optical<br />
Formats<br />
• CD Audio (CD-DA), CD-R, CD-R/W<br />
Comms<br />
• Two 5-pin 240° DIN sockets, BNC socket<br />
and RS232 remote/configuration interface<br />
Construction<br />
• Meridian black or silver finish in metal &<br />
glass<br />
Dimensions<br />
• Width: 440mm (17.32in); Depth: 350mm<br />
(13.78in) plus connectors; Height: 90mm<br />
(3.54in)<br />
Rack Mounting<br />
• Kit available from Meridian authorized<br />
dealers<br />
Weight<br />
• 8 kg (17.6 lbs)<br />
Controls<br />
• Front-panel soft keys include Play, Stop,<br />
Pause, Previous, Next, etc. Buttons <strong>for</strong> On/<br />
Off, Open, Display. Full remote control of all<br />
features via MSR+. Meridian Comms (2 x<br />
DIN 240º and BNC), IR in and RS232<br />
Display<br />
• Multi-character dot-matrix Vacuum<br />
Fluorescent Display<br />
Power<br />
• 100–240Vac, 50/60Hz, 25VA universal<br />
power supply<br />
G06.2DS-ENG v2.1 • REƒ • P88362 • 20080314
G02 Balanced Dual Mono Control Unit<br />
True balanced dual mono<br />
construction delivers exceptional<br />
stereo per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
Balanced and unbalanced<br />
inputs and outputs <strong>for</strong><br />
maximum flexibility<br />
Input level trim to match<br />
different sources<br />
Unique dual-differential<br />
volume control<br />
Trigger output <strong>for</strong> external<br />
device control<br />
Optional MC or MM<br />
phono stage<br />
Separate left and right channel<br />
boards and signal paths<br />
Based on over 25 years of<br />
analogue system design<br />
experience<br />
Meridian’s G Series line of high per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
digital & analogue consumer audio components<br />
feature a stylish cabinet design in traditional<br />
black or a sleek silver finish.<br />
Designed to be either free-standing or rackmounted,<br />
G Series components build on their<br />
predecessors, the multi-award-winning 500 and<br />
our flagship 800 Series, and include entirely new<br />
circuitry developed specifically <strong>for</strong> the G Series.<br />
Multi-layer boards reduce system noise and<br />
improve per<strong>for</strong>mance. In products which include<br />
video capabilities, broadcast-quality, widebandwidth<br />
video components are employed <strong>for</strong><br />
maximum image integrity.<br />
G Series units are easy to use. Where appropriate,<br />
a knob is included to control volume. <strong>The</strong><br />
positive-action front-panel keys are softwaredefined:<br />
their legends are presented in the<br />
vacuum fluorescent display and change<br />
intelligently according to context.<br />
Full installation configuration of many G Series<br />
components is achieved by running a special<br />
setup program on a Windows computer,<br />
connected to the G Series unit via a serial link,<br />
or direct from the front panel.<br />
G Series products also include serial ports <strong>for</strong><br />
remote operation and configuration, along with<br />
infra-red sensor input and trigger capabilities,<br />
plus Meridian communications ports. A comprehensive<br />
back-lit learning/programmable remote<br />
is included with products other than amplifiers.<br />
Meridian has a strong reputation <strong>for</strong> preamps,<br />
and the G02’s predecessor, the 502, was no<br />
exception. Building on the success of the 502,<br />
the Meridian G02 is a true dual-mono analogue<br />
control unit/preamplifier with an extremely highquality<br />
power supply <strong>for</strong> ultra-low noise and<br />
distortion. Featuring a fully-balanced signal path<br />
throughout, it is an ideal complement <strong>for</strong> the G<br />
Series power amplifiers and is particularly suited<br />
to those who wish to maintain a balanced,<br />
analogue signal path at the very highest quality<br />
of reproduction.<br />
Although Meridian is today best-known <strong>for</strong> its<br />
digital circuitry, it is a company built on analogue<br />
roots, and indeed, superb analogue circuit<br />
design and implementation are important parts<br />
of all Meridian products, whether their inputs<br />
and outputs are analogue or digital.<br />
Balanced operation has always been preferred<br />
in the professional audio industry, as it can significantly<br />
reduce hum and noise and make the<br />
system immune to interference.<br />
<strong>The</strong> G02 brings this philosophy to the G Series.<br />
Including both a preamplifier and controller, the<br />
G02 dual-mono control unit provides no less<br />
than seven two-channel analogue inputs. Four<br />
of these – nominally designated Aux, Radio,<br />
TV and VCR (though these designations can be<br />
changed) – are unbalanced; while the remaining<br />
three – CD, Tape and Disc – offer balanced<br />
inputs on XLR connectors.
G02 Balanced Dual Mono Control Unit<br />
G02 rear panel – silver model shown<br />
Outline Specifications<br />
Distortion:<br />
Signal/Noise:<br />
MM option:<br />
MC option:<br />
Inputs:<br />
Main Outputs:<br />
Copy output:<br />
Less than 0.01% input to output<br />
Better than –96dB CCIR (1V output, normal input)<br />
Better than –70dB <strong>for</strong> MM input, –60dB <strong>for</strong> MC.<br />
Sensitivity adjustable 0.5–17mV rms <strong>for</strong> 5cm/s @ 1kHz.<br />
Overload point 47mV @ 1kHz. Cartridge load 47kΩ +<br />
100 pF<br />
Sensitivity adjustable 38–210µV rms <strong>for</strong> 5cm/s @ 1kHz.<br />
Cartridge load 220Ω + 10nF<br />
4 unbalanced on phono, 0.5–2.5V rms in four steps,<br />
impedance 20kΩ<br />
3 balanced on XLR-3F, 0.5–2.5V rms in four steps,<br />
impedance 20 kΩ, bi-phase<br />
1 unbalanced on phono, 0–3V rms maximum, 47Ω impedance;<br />
1 balanced on XLR-3M, 0–3V rms bi-phase,<br />
47Ω impedance<br />
2 unbalanced on phono, 1.5V rms, 47Ω impedance<br />
Can be configured as 1 balanced output<br />
Comms:<br />
Construction:<br />
Dimensions:<br />
Rack Mounting:<br />
Weight:<br />
Controls:<br />
Trigger:<br />
Display:<br />
Power:<br />
Two 5-pin 240° DIN sockets, BNC socket, RS232 and<br />
USB comms interfaces<br />
Two-channel dual-mono construction. Audiophilegrade<br />
components used throughout. Large low-field<br />
ultra-linear power supply. Meridian black or silver<br />
finish in metal & glass<br />
Width: 440mm (17.32in); Depth: 350mm (13.78in)<br />
plus connectors; Height: 90mm (3.54in)<br />
Kit available from Meridian authorized dealers<br />
8.5 kg (18.7 lbs)<br />
Front-panel soft keys include control of Source, Copy,<br />
Mute, Display, etc. Power button, volume control.<br />
Full remote control of all features via MSR+. Meridian<br />
Comms, IR in, RS232, USB<br />
12V trigger output allows control of power amps, etc<br />
Multi-character dot-matrix Vacuum Fluorescent<br />
Display<br />
Versions: 100/115, 220/240 Vac, 50/60Hz, 9.6VA<br />
In<strong>for</strong>mation contained in this data sheet is<br />
correct as far as possible, but Meridian Audio<br />
accepts no liability <strong>for</strong> errors or omissions.<br />
Trademarks are the property of their respective<br />
owners. Meridian Audio reserves the right to<br />
amend product specifications at any time.<br />
Further technical details, images, product<br />
reviews and company history are available<br />
from Meridian Audio or from our web site,<br />
www.meridian-audio.com<br />
©Text & images 2003 Meridian Audio Ltd.<br />
<strong>The</strong> internal architecture of the G02 is<br />
balanced throughout, and the first thing that<br />
happens to an unbalanced input is that it is<br />
electronically balanced <strong>for</strong> maximum quality<br />
throughout the signal chain.<br />
<strong>The</strong> front-panel volume knob (press to mute)<br />
activates a specially-designed dual differentiallybalanced<br />
volume control circuit. This ensures<br />
perfect stereo tracking and full frequency range<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance at all volume levels.<br />
<strong>The</strong> disc (turntable) input can be specified <strong>for</strong><br />
either moving coil or moving magnet cartridge<br />
operation with the addition of appropriate<br />
factory-fitted phono modules. <strong>The</strong> sensitivity<br />
of each input can be individually adjusted as<br />
desired.<br />
Two sets of unbalanced stereo tape outputs are<br />
included on the rear panel, allowing maximum<br />
flexibility in the configuration of tape/decoder<br />
loops and multi-room capabilities. <strong>The</strong> outputs<br />
can be configured as a single balanced output<br />
with a suitable break-out cable.<br />
Two sets of main outputs are provided: the<br />
primary outputs are balanced on XLR Male connectors,<br />
while auxiliary unbalanced outputs are<br />
also included on phono connectors. All audio interface<br />
connectors are gold plated <strong>for</strong> maximum<br />
transparency.<br />
System setup in the G02 can be configured<br />
via the serial link, which can also be used <strong>for</strong><br />
remote control applications.<br />
<strong>The</strong> G02 control unit <strong>for</strong>ms the perfect heart of<br />
a high-quality balanced analogue stereo system<br />
such as that shown above.<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Stonehill, Stukeley Meadows<br />
Huntingdon, Cambridge PE29 6EX<br />
UK<br />
Tel +44 (0) 1480 445678<br />
Fax +44 (0) 1480 445686<br />
Meridian America Inc<br />
3800 Camp Creek Parkway<br />
Building 2400 Suite 122<br />
Atlanta GA 30331 USA<br />
Tel +1 (404) 344 7111<br />
Fax +1 (404) 346 7111<br />
Email: info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Web: www.meridian-audio.com<br />
G02DS v3.0 • 17.10.03 RE
G01 Stereo Control Unit with Tuner<br />
Built-in AM/FM tuner<br />
with RDS/RDBS<br />
Seven stereo analogue<br />
inputs<br />
Unique dual-differential<br />
volume control<br />
Input level trim to match<br />
different sources<br />
Dual preamp outputs<br />
<strong>for</strong> bi-amping<br />
Trigger output <strong>for</strong><br />
external device control<br />
Optional factory-fitted MC<br />
or MM phono modules<br />
<strong>The</strong> culmination of over 25<br />
years of analogue system<br />
design experience<br />
Meridian’s G Series line of high per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
digital & analogue consumer audio components<br />
feature a stylish cabinet design in traditional<br />
black or a sleek silver finish.<br />
Designed to be either free-standing or rackmounted,<br />
G Series components build on their<br />
predecessors, the multi-award-winning 500 and<br />
our flagship 800 Series, and include entirely new<br />
circuitry developed specifically <strong>for</strong> the G Series.<br />
Multi-layer boards reduce system noise and<br />
improve per<strong>for</strong>mance. In products which include<br />
video capabilities, broadcast-quality, widebandwidth<br />
video components are employed <strong>for</strong><br />
maximum image integrity.<br />
G Series units are easy to use. Where appropriate,<br />
a knob is included to control volume. <strong>The</strong><br />
positive-action front-panel keys are softwaredefined:<br />
their legends are presented in the<br />
vacuum fluorescent display and change<br />
intelligently according to context.<br />
Full installation configuration of many G Series<br />
components is achieved by running a special<br />
setup program on a Windows computer,<br />
connected to the G Series unit via a serial link,<br />
or direct from the front panel.<br />
G Series products also include serial ports <strong>for</strong><br />
remote operation and configuration, along with<br />
infra-red sensor input and trigger capabilities,<br />
plus Meridian communications ports. A comprehensive<br />
back-lit learning/programmable remote<br />
is included with products other than amplifiers.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian G01 is a fully-integrated analogue<br />
control unit which includes a sensitive AM/FM<br />
RDS/RDBS tuner. It is an ideal complement <strong>for</strong><br />
the G Series power amplifiers and is particularly<br />
suited to those who wish to maintain an<br />
analogue signal path at the very highest quality<br />
of reproduction.<br />
Although Meridian is today best-known <strong>for</strong> its<br />
digital circuitry, it is a company built on analogue<br />
roots, and indeed, superb analogue circuit<br />
design and implementation are important parts<br />
of all Meridian products, whether their inputs<br />
and outputs are analogue or digital. <strong>The</strong> G01<br />
rests, there<strong>for</strong>e, on over a quarter of a century<br />
of Meridian’s experience in the design and<br />
manufacture of exquisite-sounding analogue<br />
hi-fi components and systems.<br />
Including both a preamplifier and controller, the<br />
G01 stereo control unit provides no less than<br />
seven stereo analogue inputs plus an AM/FM<br />
tuner. <strong>The</strong> inputs are nominally designated Aux,<br />
CD, TV, Tape, Disc (turntable), DVD and VCR<br />
(though these designations can be changed).<br />
<strong>The</strong> disc input can be factory-configured <strong>for</strong><br />
either moving coil or moving magnet cartridge<br />
operation: order the unit with the appropriate<br />
stereo input module.<br />
A front-panel volume knob (press to mute)<br />
activates a specially-designed dual differentiallybalanced<br />
volume control circuit. This ensures<br />
perfect stereo tracking and full frequency range<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance at all volume levels.
G01 Stereo Control Unit with Tuner<br />
G01 outline rear panel drawing (actual unit differs slightly)<br />
Outline Specifications<br />
Distortion:<br />
Signal/Noise:<br />
MM option:<br />
MC option:<br />
Tuner:<br />
Inputs:<br />
Main Output:<br />
Tape Output:<br />
Less than 0.01% input to output<br />
Better than –90dB <strong>for</strong> high-level analogue inputs.<br />
Better than –70dB <strong>for</strong> MM input. Better than –60dB<br />
<strong>for</strong> MC input<br />
Sensitivity adjustable 0.5–3mV rms <strong>for</strong> 5cm/s @ 1kHz.<br />
Overload point 47mV @ 1kHz. Cartridge load 47kΩ +<br />
100 pF<br />
Sensitivity adjustable 38–210µV rms <strong>for</strong> 5cm/s @ 1kHz.<br />
Cartridge load 220Ω + 10nF<br />
AM (Long/Medium Wave, 150–285/525–1605 kHz);<br />
FM (VHF Band II, 87.5–108 MHz), sensitivity 2.0µv.<br />
Configurable channel spacing & emphasis <strong>for</strong> US/EUR/<br />
Japan, etc<br />
7 unbalanced on phono, 0.5–2.5V rms (impedance<br />
20kΩ) in four steps<br />
2 unbalanced on phono, 0–3V rms maximum, 47Ω<br />
impedance<br />
2 unbalanced on phono, 1.5V rms, 47Ω impedance<br />
Headphone:<br />
Comms:<br />
Construction:<br />
Dimensions:<br />
Rack Mounting:<br />
Weight:<br />
Controls:<br />
Trigger:<br />
Display:<br />
Power:<br />
2V rms maximum output<br />
Two 5-pin 240° DIN sockets, BNC socket, RS232 and<br />
USB comms interfaces<br />
Meridian black or silver finish in metal & glass<br />
Width: 440mm (17.32in); Depth: 350mm (13.78in)<br />
plus connectors; Height: 90mm (3.54in)<br />
Kit available from Meridian authorized dealers<br />
8.5 kg (18.7 lbs)<br />
Front-panel soft keys include control of Source,<br />
Copy, Mute, etc. Power and Display buttons, volume<br />
control. Full remote control of all features via MSR+.<br />
Meridian Comms, IR in, RS232, USB<br />
12V trigger output allows control of power amps, etc<br />
Multi-character dot-matrix Vacuum Fluorescent<br />
Display<br />
Versions: 100/115, 220/240 Vac, 50/60Hz, 8.4VA<br />
In<strong>for</strong>mation contained in this data sheet is<br />
correct as far as possible, but Meridian Audio<br />
accepts no liability <strong>for</strong> errors or omissions.<br />
Trademarks are the property of their respective<br />
owners. Meridian Audio reserves the right to<br />
amend product specifications at any time.<br />
Further technical details, images, product<br />
reviews and company history are available<br />
from Meridian Audio or from our web site,<br />
www.meridian-audio.com<br />
©Text & images 2003 Meridian Audio Ltd.<br />
<strong>The</strong> G01 control unit is the perfect heart of a high-quality analogue stereo system. It is ideally<br />
paired with a source such as the G08 24-bit upsampling CD player. Amplification can be provided<br />
by the 2 x 100W G56 or the 2 x 200W G57, which can drive suitable third-party analogue loudspeakers.<br />
Two sets of stereo tape outputs are provided,<br />
along with two preamp output pairs, allowing<br />
maximum flexibility in the configuration of<br />
tape/analogue decoder loops, multi-room and<br />
amplification/bi-amplification options.<br />
In addition to the main outputs, a stereo headphone<br />
socket is provided on the rear panel <strong>for</strong><br />
personal listening.<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Stonehill, Stukeley Meadows<br />
Huntingdon, Cambridge PE29 6EX<br />
UK<br />
Tel +44 (0) 1480 445678<br />
Fax +44 (0) 1480 445686<br />
Meridian America Inc<br />
3800 Camp Creek Parkway<br />
Building 2400 Suite 122<br />
Atlanta GA 30331 USA<br />
Tel +1 (404) 344 7111<br />
Fax +1 (404) 346 7111<br />
Email: info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Web: www.meridian-audio.com<br />
G01DS v3.0 • 16.10.03 RE
DVP1080<br />
Digital Video Processor<br />
<strong>The</strong> DVP1080 Digital Video Processor<br />
from Meridian sets the standard <strong>for</strong> 1080p<br />
full-bandwidth High Definition video scaling<br />
and upsampling, and supports a wide range<br />
of resolutions. <strong>The</strong> DVP1080HD includes<br />
both analogue and digital outputs, while the<br />
digital-only output version, the DVP1080MF,<br />
is ideal <strong>for</strong> connection to digital display<br />
devices such as the Meridian MF10 D-ILA<br />
projector.<br />
Employing the latest Faroudja digital video<br />
processing technology, the DVP1080<br />
delivers superior HD processing, and is<br />
the ideal companion <strong>for</strong> today’s advanced<br />
1920x1080p digital displays, converting<br />
1080i interlaced HD video to a clean, 1080p<br />
progressive <strong>for</strong>mat suitable <strong>for</strong> HD projectors,<br />
flat-panel displays and other <strong>for</strong>mats as<br />
well as, in the case of the DVP1080HD,<br />
supporting analogue progressive componentbased<br />
display systems.<br />
For 35 years, Faroudja has been the leader<br />
in video processing technology. Faroudja was<br />
the first, over six years ago, to offer 1080p<br />
HD video processing: today, that expertise<br />
is critical <strong>for</strong> the next generation of digital<br />
displays.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DVP1080HD includes full High<br />
Definition cross-conversion and Standard<br />
Definition processing, with patented<br />
technology <strong>for</strong> deinterlacing, motion tracking,<br />
colour fidelity and image detail enhancement,<br />
making it an essential central component<br />
of any high-per<strong>for</strong>mance home theatre<br />
installation. All types of displays benefit from<br />
this processing, including plasma, DLP, LCD,<br />
D-ILA and CRT-based devices.<br />
If you own an HD-capable display device,<br />
you need the power and flexibility of the<br />
DVP1080HD to enable it to deliver its best –<br />
from any source.<br />
High Definition Processing<br />
1080i High Definition signals are converted<br />
to the selected output rate using Faroudja’s<br />
patented 3:2/2:2 Pull-Down and MADI<br />
(Motion Adaptive DeInterlacing) technology.<br />
In addition, a high bandwidth HD video<br />
processing circuit offers superior 1080i to<br />
1080p conversion.<br />
Adjustable Optimised Output<br />
<strong>The</strong> DVP1080 offers output resolutions<br />
that can be selected or changed as needed.<br />
Different scan rates can be stored <strong>for</strong><br />
multiple display installations. Each stored<br />
scan rate profile recalls 30 different<br />
parameters to ensure the output is properly<br />
optimised <strong>for</strong> that resolution. As a result, the<br />
DVP1080 will produce the highest quality<br />
image with any display and any video source.<br />
Product highlights<br />
Full spec 1080p High Definition<br />
output from almost any source,<br />
analogue or digital<br />
Analogue/Digital output version<br />
(DVP1080HD) and Digital-only<br />
output version (DVP1080MF) <strong>for</strong><br />
digital displays<br />
Advanced Faroudja 10-bit scaling<br />
and upsampling<br />
<strong>Ideal</strong> complement <strong>for</strong> any HDcapable<br />
display<br />
Analogue Composite, S-Video,<br />
Component and RGB inputs<br />
DVI input and output with HDCP<br />
Analogue component and PCcompatible<br />
outs (DVP1080HD<br />
only)<br />
Screen trigger and external IR<br />
input<br />
RS-232 control including passthrough<br />
to Meridian projectors<br />
Auto-blanking display<br />
Main image shows DVP1080MF:<br />
DVP1080HD cosmetics differ<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road, Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE, UK<br />
T +44(0)1480 445678<br />
F +44(0)1480 445686<br />
E info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Meridian America Inc.<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849, USA<br />
T +1(404) 344 7111<br />
F +1(404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
DVP1080<br />
Digital Video Processor<br />
DVP1080HD rear panel. (<strong>The</strong> DVP1080MF does not include analogue outputs.)<br />
Processing<br />
Faroudja has applied its 60 patents and<br />
35 years of experience in perfecting video<br />
into designing the DVP1080, to provide the<br />
very highest quality images <strong>for</strong> all displays<br />
– analogue or digital. Technology <strong>for</strong> colour,<br />
detail and motion processing combine to<br />
produce an image of such quality that it could<br />
never have been produced simply by using<br />
the video circuitry built in to a digital display.<br />
Other features include TrueLife ® 12 Step<br />
Detail Processing and Motion Adaptive<br />
Deinterlacing with patented Video<br />
<br />
down technology. <strong>The</strong> DVP1080 includes<br />
<br />
inputs and outputs (analogue outputs not<br />
included on the DVP1080MF).<br />
Digital<br />
Display<br />
DVP1080<br />
Analogue<br />
Display<br />
Powerful signal processing ensures the<br />
maximum possible image quality on analogue<br />
and digital outputs, which are fully HDCP<br />
compatible.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DVP1080 includes auto-detection<br />
of HD, PC or 480/576i inputs and<br />
includes aspect ratio control and image<br />
shift adjustments, an internal test pattern<br />
generator, HDTV pass-through (computer<br />
input pass-through additionally provided on<br />
DVP1080HD).<br />
<strong>The</strong> DVP1080 has a compact single (1U)<br />
rack space <strong>for</strong>m-factor and is equally at<br />
home in PAL and NTSC environments.<br />
Infrared and RS232 control is provided,<br />
including pass-through of projector<br />
commands.<br />
Analogue/Digital<br />
HD Disc<br />
DVD<br />
Satellite<br />
SD & HDTV<br />
PVR<br />
Gaming<br />
Console<br />
<strong>The</strong> Digital Connection Digital projectors and plasmas offer the highest image quality when<br />
a DVI or HDMI input is used. By eliminating the analogue and digital conversion in the display,<br />
the image exhibits finer detail and fewer digital artifacts. <strong>The</strong> DVP1080 takes this even further<br />
<strong>for</strong> high definition signals by adding a new HD processing circuit <strong>for</strong> significantly improved<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance.<br />
Outline Specifications<br />
Processing<br />
<br />
MADI (Motion Adaptive DeInterlacing) and 3:2<br />
(NTSC)/2:2 (PAL) pulldown<br />
<br />
1920x1080p (1080i is deinterlaced without<br />
scaling)<br />
<br />
control capabilities<br />
Format<br />
<br />
Inputs<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Y - 1v pp (SMPTE), Cr - 700mv pp, Cb -<br />
700mv pp<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Outputs<br />
Digital (DVP1080HD and DVP1080MF):<br />
<br />
HDCP Compliant<br />
Analog (DVP1080HD only):<br />
<br />
<br />
Output Resolutions<br />
800x600 1024x768 DILA*<br />
1280x720 1280x768<br />
1280x1024 1366x768<br />
1400x788 1400x1050<br />
1440x960 1920x540<br />
1920x1080<br />
(*selection of 1365x1024 when analogue<br />
output used and 1280x1024 when DVI used)<br />
Operational Temperature<br />
<br />
with internal temperature warning<br />
Dimensions<br />
<br />
Weight<br />
<br />
Power
DVP-2351<br />
HD Video Processor<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian DVP-2351 is a versatile<br />
high-definition video processor<br />
designed to deliver maximum image<br />
quality with powerful digital video<br />
processing to get the best out of<br />
any input signal, standard or high<br />
definition.<br />
<strong>The</strong> processor also acts as a central video<br />
switching system – ideal, as the processor<br />
is the perfect location <strong>for</strong> video source<br />
selection to be carried out. If the switching is<br />
in the projector, you need multiple cable runs<br />
to it; if it’s in the surround-sound processor,<br />
you risk degrading the audio quality with<br />
digital video noise.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DVP-2351 includes 12 video inputs –<br />
2 composite, 2 S-Video, 2 component, 1<br />
RGBHV and 4 HDMI – and 9 audio ins, 4<br />
HDMI, 2 assignable coax and 2 assignable<br />
optical digital ins, and an assignable<br />
analogue pair.<br />
<strong>The</strong> processor features output presets <strong>for</strong><br />
4:3, 16:9, 2.35:1 and custom, and Meridian’s<br />
Schneider Cinemascope lens system is<br />
directly supported. <strong>The</strong> processor offers<br />
separate display and screen adjustments,<br />
plus underscan adjustment to compensate<br />
<strong>for</strong> display overscan where present.<br />
<strong>The</strong> processor offers fully programmable<br />
picture controls with separate non-volatile<br />
memories <strong>for</strong> each input and input resolution.<br />
An intuitive on-screen display is provided<br />
and an easily-read 2-line x 20-character<br />
front panel display. Ten display profiles are<br />
provided plus output resolution, sync type,<br />
colour space, frame lock and gamma output<br />
settings. 35 test patterns are built-in.<br />
Operation is via the front panel controls, IR<br />
remote (discrete codes available) or RS232.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DVP-2351 features a wide range of<br />
features designed to deliver the very highest<br />
quality from any input signal. Mosquito noise<br />
reduction reduces noise that may appear at<br />
the edges of compressed images, while fine<br />
detail enhancement extracts the detail from<br />
lower resolution sources. Edge enhancement<br />
sharpens edge transitions in images without<br />
adding ringing effects.<br />
A precision 10-bit motion, edge and sourceadaptive<br />
deinterlacing system is employed<br />
on 480i, 576i and 1080i sources, while<br />
poor-quality external deinterlacing can be<br />
undone and re-done to a much greater level<br />
of precision. De-interlacing includes five-field<br />
motion adaptive technology and edgeadaptive<br />
technology <strong>for</strong> smooth diagonals.<br />
<strong>The</strong> unit will lock to any cadence and<br />
includes <strong>for</strong>ced 2:2 <strong>for</strong> reliable PAL<br />
deinterlacing, plus <strong>for</strong>ced 3:2 mode <strong>for</strong> blue<br />
laser <strong>for</strong>mats to enable judder-free framelocked<br />
24/48/72 Hz output. <strong>The</strong>re are also<br />
special low-latency gaming modes.<br />
Sales In<strong>for</strong>mation<br />
Mosquito Noise Reduction<br />
reduces random edge noise<br />
Fine Detail Enhancement improves<br />
lower resolution images<br />
Edge Enhancement sharpens<br />
edges without ringing<br />
Removes poor de-interlacing and<br />
then de-interlaces correctly<br />
24/48/72 and 25/50/75 Hz<br />
output from film-based content.<br />
Auto cadence detection with<br />
special blue laser and PAL modes<br />
10-bit scaling up to 1080p<br />
12 video inputs including 4 x<br />
HDMI 1.3<br />
9 audio inputs<br />
Complete A/V hub functionality<br />
and one-wire connection<br />
Direct support <strong>for</strong> 1.33x<br />
Cinemascope lenses<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road, Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE, UK<br />
T +44(0)1480 445678<br />
F +44(0)1480 445686<br />
E info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Meridian America Inc.<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849, USA<br />
T +1(404) 344 7111<br />
F +1(404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
DVP-2351<br />
HD Video Processor<br />
DVP-2351 front and rear panels<br />
Progressive Cadence Detection and highper<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
frame-rate conversion enables<br />
24/48/72 and 25/50/75 Hz output from<br />
film-based content, while 10-bit scaling is<br />
per<strong>for</strong>med up to 1080p.<br />
An intelligent digital audio delay is employed<br />
to ensure that audio and video timing are<br />
correctly matched.<br />
<strong>The</strong> unit also features four HDMI 1.3 inputs<br />
that handle up to 1080p-24/25/50/60<br />
and one HDMI out, THX Video certification,<br />
ISFccc Day and Night modes, and two<br />
programmable triggers. <strong>The</strong>re are several<br />
built-in aspect ratios including 4:3, LB,<br />
stretch, 16:9 and also ten user-defined<br />
modes.<br />
Each input has its own overscan setting<br />
and each of ten available profiles includes<br />
underscan adjustment. Anamorphic<br />
lenses like the Meridian Schneider 2.35:1<br />
Cinemascope assembly are supported<br />
directly.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DVP-2351 also includes full-frame<br />
timebase correction, and a multi-standard<br />
full-per<strong>for</strong>mance video decoder supporting<br />
10-bit 480/576i and 12-bit 480/576/720p<br />
and 1080i.<br />
<strong>The</strong> unit includes flexible digital and analogue<br />
audio switching and routing with 4 digital and<br />
one analogue audio inputs, all assignable in<br />
addition to audio on the HDMI inputs, and<br />
there are optical and coax S/PDIF digital<br />
outputs as well as audio on the HDMI out.<br />
Technical specification<br />
Video Inputs<br />
• 2 Composite (NTSC/PAL/SECAM)<br />
• 2 S-Video (NTSC/PAL/SECAM)<br />
• 2 Component (YPbPr or RGB/S) processes<br />
480i/p-60, 576i/p-50, 720p-50/60,<br />
1080i-50/60<br />
• 1 RGBHV/Component (BNC-style<br />
connectors) processes 480p-60, 576p-50,<br />
720p-50/60, 1080i-50/60, VGA-<br />
SXGA@60Hz<br />
• 4 HDMI (RGB or YCbCr) processes<br />
480i/p-60, 576 i/p-50, 720p-50/60,<br />
1080i-50/60, 1080p-24/25/50/60, VGA-<br />
SXGA@60Hz<br />
Audio Inputs<br />
• 4 HDMI<br />
• Assignable Coaxial Digital<br />
• Assignable Optical Digital<br />
• Assignable Analogue Pair (L/R)<br />
Outputs<br />
• Analogue Video Output (BNC), Configurable<br />
<strong>for</strong> YPbPr, RGBHV, RGB/S, or RGB<br />
• 1 HDMI, Configurable <strong>for</strong> RGB (4:4:4) or<br />
YCbCr (4:4:4 or 4:2:2). Also carries digital<br />
audio<br />
• 1 Coaxial Digital Audio<br />
• 1 Optical Digital Audio<br />
Input Aspect Ratio<br />
• Presets: 4:3 full frame, 4:3 letterbox,<br />
Panorama, 16:9 full frame or user-defined<br />
aspect ratio (10)<br />
Flexible Horizontal and Vertical Zooming (up<br />
to 2x) & Panning controls<br />
Overscan Adjustment per input<br />
Output Aspect Ratio<br />
• Presets: 4:3, 16:9, 2.35:1 or custom output<br />
aspect ratio<br />
• Separate Display/Screen Adjustments<br />
Underscan Adjustment to address overscan<br />
inherent in some displays<br />
Picture Controls<br />
• Fully programmable controls with separate<br />
non-volatile memories per input and input<br />
resolution<br />
• Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Hue,<br />
Sharpness, and Fine Y/C Delay Operation<br />
• Intuitive On Screen Display and easy to read 2<br />
line, 20 character Front Panel Display<br />
Front Panel Controls, included IR Remote<br />
Control (discrete codes available), Automation<br />
via RS232 port<br />
Output Controls<br />
• Output Resolution, Sync Type, Colourspace<br />
(RGB or YPbPr/YCbCr), Frame Lock, Gamma,<br />
Display Profiles (10)<br />
• 35 Built-in test patterns<br />
Software Upgradeable via Serial Port<br />
Infra-red remote included<br />
Power<br />
• Universal AC mains input: 100 – 240 VAC @<br />
50-60Hz<br />
• Consumption < 45W<br />
• Sleep Mode – automatic 30 second timeout<br />
indicated by power LED turning off<br />
Dimensions<br />
• 263 x 434 x 46 mm (10.4 x 17 x1.8 in)<br />
without feet<br />
• Standard 19” 1U 1.75” Rackmount option<br />
Weight<br />
• 12.2lbs (5.5kg)<br />
MF10DS-ENG v2.2 • REƒ • P88351 • 2000306
DSP8000<br />
Reference Digital Active Loudspeaker System<br />
Product highlights<br />
Meridian’s flagship Digital Active<br />
Loudspeaker system<br />
‘31/2’-way DSP active loudspeaker<br />
Now with Meridian’s exclusive<br />
SpeakerLink interconnection<br />
Curved cabinet featuring<br />
advanced laminated damping<br />
technology<br />
New filter and buffering design <strong>for</strong><br />
superb per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
Piano lacquer finish in black or<br />
silver; other colours to special<br />
order<br />
Cabinet constructed from<br />
pressure laminated panels of<br />
wood and metal<br />
Eight custom drive units<br />
Five 100W power amplifiers per<br />
speaker<br />
Max output level 118dB spl<br />
<strong>The</strong> ultimate expression of the<br />
art and science of loudspeaker<br />
design<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian DSP8000 is the ultimate<br />
expression of the art and science of<br />
loudspeaker design. Meridian’s flagship<br />
digital active loudspeaker sets completely<br />
new standards <strong>for</strong> clarity, dynamics, imaging<br />
and realism. It is one of few loudspeakers in<br />
the world that can accurately reproduce both<br />
the power and subtlety of a concert grand<br />
piano.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP8000 is designed to reproduce<br />
sounds at up to full natural level while<br />
providing all the resolution required by<br />
high-definition audio sources up to 24-<br />
bit. Such demanding dynamics required a<br />
new approach to cabinet construction and<br />
selection of advanced drive units. DSP8000<br />
is constructed from the finest materials and<br />
all electronic parts are carefully chosen <strong>for</strong><br />
sound quality. <strong>The</strong> result is beyond words –<br />
listen <strong>for</strong> yourself.<br />
DSP loudspeaker drivers<br />
Each DSP8000 loudspeaker uses six highefficiency<br />
long-throw custom bass drive units.<br />
<strong>The</strong> bass units are mounted symmetrically<br />
in pairs on the sides of the bass cabinet,<br />
cancelling vibration in order to minimise<br />
interference with the mid-range and treble<br />
units. <strong>The</strong> treble and mid-range drivers are<br />
mounted in a separate sealed head assembly.<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road, Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE, UK<br />
T +44(0)1480 445678<br />
F +44(0)1480 445686<br />
E info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Meridian America Inc.<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849, USA<br />
T +1(404) 344 7111<br />
F +1(404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
DSP8000<br />
Reference Digital Active Loudspeaker System<br />
Meridian DSP Loudspeakers – what’s inside?<br />
All these separate components are integrated in Meridian DSP loudspeakers.<br />
3-way<br />
passive<br />
speaker<br />
system<br />
<strong>The</strong> treble unit is a semi-horn-loaded<br />
composite dome design with a silver voice<br />
coil. <strong>The</strong> mid-range unit incorporates a<br />
cone made from a uniquely light and stiff<br />
combination of polymers to give unparalleled<br />
transparency.<br />
Power amplifiers<br />
<strong>The</strong> speakers are driven by five independent<br />
high-power low-feedback power amplifiers<br />
mounted on a multi-finned extruded heatsink.<br />
<strong>The</strong> combination of idealised magnetic<br />
design, careful star earthing, and very fast<br />
output devices gives the amplifiers extremely<br />
low noise, high detail, and fast bass.<br />
<strong>The</strong> whole electronic assembly is supplied<br />
from two substantial toroidal trans<strong>for</strong>mers<br />
feeding high-quality audiophile-grade<br />
capacitors.<br />
Advanced digital processing<br />
Preamp<br />
Crossover<br />
DAC<br />
DAC<br />
DAC<br />
Power Amp<br />
Power Amp<br />
Power Amp<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP8000 features a new digital<br />
upsampling filter system that delivers an<br />
impressive improvement in the sound<br />
of standard sample rate (44.1/48 kHz)<br />
recordings. <strong>The</strong> filter is so advanced it can<br />
even clear up some flaws in the original<br />
recording. In addition, there is a new buffering<br />
system <strong>for</strong> even lower jitter. Overall the result<br />
is superb imaging and transparency.<br />
<strong>The</strong> cabinet<br />
Each DSP8000 loudspeaker is built around<br />
a precision manufactured cabinet, which<br />
uses innovative design techniques to give<br />
exceptionally low coloration and amazing<br />
mid-range transparency. <strong>The</strong> head assembly<br />
is a sealed enclosure fabricated from curved<br />
pressure-laminated panels, each using<br />
multiple layers of selected woods and metal<br />
to provide high stiffness and damping.<br />
Its narrow tapered shape offers optimum<br />
dispersion across a wide listening area. It is<br />
supported on the bass enclosure by three<br />
machined feet.<br />
Like the head unit, the bass cabinet is<br />
constructed from interlaminated panels with<br />
extensive bracing. <strong>The</strong> front panel is 6mm<br />
glass and incorporates a window <strong>for</strong> the<br />
matrix display and infrared remote control<br />
sensor.<br />
<strong>The</strong> cabinet stands on triangulated adjustable<br />
machined foot assemblies with provision <strong>for</strong><br />
floor spikes or skids.<br />
Outline Specifications<br />
Per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
• Frequency response in-room 20Hz – >20kHz<br />
±3dB (<strong>for</strong> inputs at 44.1kHz or 48kHz)<br />
• ‘31/2’-way crossover system<br />
• Linear-phase mid–top crossover, 6th-order<br />
Linkwitz-Riley bass–mid crossover<br />
• Output >118dB spl @ 1m on music material<br />
• Noise less than 15dB spl<br />
• Overall distortion typically
DSP7200<br />
Digital Signal Processing Active Loudspeaker System<br />
Product In<strong>for</strong>mation<br />
3½-way DSP active loudspeaker<br />
Self-contained audio system, each<br />
speaker has four custom drivers, four<br />
amplifiers, four digital converters,<br />
digital crossovers and advanced<br />
sound-shaping DSP technology<br />
Unique SpeakerLink digital audio and<br />
control I/O interface via RJ45<br />
Curved cabinet featuring advanced<br />
laminated damping technology<br />
Black and silver piano lacquer finishes;<br />
other colours to order<br />
Controlled by Meridian System<br />
Remote Plus (supplied)<br />
Listener control over features including<br />
volume, bass, treble tilt, listening<br />
axis, time-compensated balance and<br />
absolute phase<br />
Removable rear access panel <strong>for</strong><br />
hidden cable entry<br />
<strong>The</strong> concept of the Digital Active DSP<br />
Loudspeaker, invented by Meridian<br />
over 15 years ago, is today well-proven<br />
as by far the most musically and<br />
dynamically accurate and effective<br />
way to approach sound reproduction.<br />
Meridian’s DSP7200 takes this<br />
technology to a new high.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP7200 features the latest internal<br />
electronics and software along with<br />
specialised drive units and power amplifiers.<br />
DSP7200 is also the first of Meridian’s<br />
DSP Loudspeaker models to include the<br />
company’s new SpeakerLink input/output<br />
interfacing architecture, featuring balanced<br />
drive and RJ45 connectors <strong>for</strong> simplicity and<br />
elegance of installation via CAT-5 cabling.<br />
DSP7200 features a novel low-frequency<br />
alignment system which confers the bottomend<br />
extension benefits of porting, but retains<br />
the exact timing and coherence previously<br />
only associated with ‘closed-box’ designs.<br />
<strong>The</strong> result is deep, tight bass and a clarity<br />
(enabled by its sophisticated electronics and<br />
DSP) that makes you feel you are right there<br />
at the original event.<br />
In common with all Meridian’s DSP<br />
Loudspeakers, the DSP7200’s design rests<br />
on the pillars of digital signal processing<br />
<strong>for</strong> crossover filtering and all other signal<br />
manipulation, and multi-amplified activespeaker<br />
topology in which each individual<br />
driver is served by a dedicated amplifier<br />
channel. <strong>The</strong> advantages are irrefutable:<br />
employing ultra-accurate DSP makes<br />
possible crossover characteristics and<br />
precision that would be inconceivable <strong>for</strong> any<br />
passive, analogue system, <strong>for</strong> a level of driver<br />
integration that is otherwise unobtainable.<br />
Additionally, individually powering each driver<br />
after the crossover system pays dramatic<br />
dividends in enhanced dynamic potential,<br />
reduced distortion, and idealized time-domain<br />
behaviour.<br />
RJ45 input allows RS232 connection<br />
<strong>for</strong> firmware updates, etc using<br />
optional cable.<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road, Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE, UK<br />
T +44(0)1480 445678<br />
F +44(0)1480 445686<br />
E info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Meridian America Inc.<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849, USA<br />
T +1(404) 344 7111<br />
F +1(404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
DSP7200<br />
Digital Signal Processing Active Loudspeaker System<br />
Outline Technical Specification<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP7200 also benefits from original<br />
research at Meridian into digital filtering,<br />
featuring a special new upsampling filter<br />
with especially impressive characteristics<br />
and no pre-echo. <strong>The</strong> filter is so effective<br />
that it can correct problems further up the<br />
chain including fixing faults in the original<br />
recording. <strong>The</strong> result: conventional 44.1/48<br />
kHz sampled CDs and DVDs sound<br />
astonishingly like high resolution recordings!<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP7200 accepts a digital feed directly<br />
from a Meridian preamp, CD, DVD player or<br />
system controller, accommodating bitstreams<br />
up to 96/24, eliminating analogue speaker<br />
cabling and its associated losses, coloration,<br />
and clutter – while SpeakerLink allows it to<br />
be driven by a single CAT5 cable.<br />
A DSP loudspeaker brings unique<br />
opportunities <strong>for</strong> optimization of driver/<br />
amplifier/enclosure systems, while giving<br />
listeners unprecedented control over music<br />
and cinema sound playback. Whether<br />
in a two-channel system or as part of<br />
a multichannel home-theatre array, the<br />
DSP7200 provides precision command of<br />
frequency balance, listening axis and timecompensated<br />
balance and master volume –<br />
all implemented utterly transparently.<br />
DSP7200 rear panel showing RJ45 connectors.<br />
In addition to the vertical units<br />
described here, a horizontal ported design is<br />
available, the DSP7200HC, typically designed <strong>for</strong> use<br />
in home theatre applications.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP7200’s four internal 100-watt<br />
amplifiers are balanced-input, high-current<br />
designs employed in the flagship DSP8000,<br />
with heatsinking on the extruded back panel.<br />
Two amps drive a pair of refined 8-inch, longthrow<br />
bass units with a new basket design,<br />
separately housed in their own optimised<br />
enclosure in the base of the speaker system.<br />
Meanwhile the 6-inch midrange unit is the<br />
same driver used in the flagship DSP8000,<br />
employing a cone made from a uniquely<br />
light and stiff combination of polymers to<br />
give unparalleled transparency. This and the<br />
1-inch composite-dome tweeter, (the latter<br />
deployed with Meridian’s ‘short-horn’ loading),<br />
are each driven by their own amplifiers and<br />
operate from a second, completely separate<br />
enclosure atop the bass/electronics module.<br />
<strong>The</strong> cabinet is crafted from Meridian’s<br />
innovative, multi-layered ‘sandwich’ of<br />
selected woods and metal, <strong>for</strong>med in curved,<br />
pressure-laminated panels that produce<br />
almost perfectly vibration- and resonancefree<br />
enclosures, <strong>for</strong> unmatched freedom<br />
from coloration. <strong>The</strong> exteriors of these<br />
unique cabinets are painstakingly finished<br />
in Meridian’s trademark gloss piano-lacquer<br />
black or silver colours, with additional colours<br />
available to special order.<br />
Per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
• Frequency response in-room within 3dB<br />
from 30Hz to over 20kHz.<br />
• Maximum output >112dB spl @ 1m on<br />
music material.<br />
• Noise less than 15dB spl.<br />
• Overall electronic distortion typically<br />
DSP5200<br />
Digital Signal Processing Active Loudspeaker System<br />
Meridian’s acclaimed DSP-based<br />
loudspeakers are unparalleled in the<br />
industry.<br />
Each unit includes not only carefullychosen<br />
loudspeaker drivers and<br />
excellent cabinet design and<br />
acoustics, but also multiple power<br />
amplifiers and D/A converters, and<br />
the DSP power required to create<br />
crossovers, filters and control systems<br />
that would be completely impossible<br />
in a conventional amp/passive speaker<br />
configuration. This is why they sound<br />
so unlike anything else you’ll hear.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP loudspeaker is the ultimate<br />
expression of Meridian’s loudspeaker<br />
philosophy.<br />
Active loudspeakers mean giving each driver<br />
its own amplifier in direct and close control of<br />
all its parameters.<br />
DSP capability means crossover<br />
specifications that cannot be matched by<br />
conventional designs and bass extension<br />
vastly superior to other loudspeakers of the<br />
same volume, while keeping the signal in the<br />
digital domain until the last moment means<br />
that there is an unbroken link between the<br />
recording studio or concert hall and your<br />
listening room.<br />
<strong>The</strong> new DSP5200 takes these principles<br />
to the highest ever level in a smaller<br />
loudspeaker. <strong>The</strong> DSP5200 takes the<br />
elegant appearance and advanced design of<br />
Meridian’s flagship DSP8000 and popular<br />
DSP7200, including Meridian’s innovative<br />
SpeakerLink Cat 5 interconnect system, and<br />
delivers them in a compact package under<br />
36in tall.<br />
Indeed, many of the features that make the<br />
5200 a truly impressive smaller loudspeaker<br />
derive from the larger systems in the range.<br />
<strong>Ideal</strong> <strong>for</strong> more spacious as well as smaller<br />
rooms, these loudspeakers will do justice to<br />
any system, in almost any environment.<br />
Each self-contained DSP5200 unit combines<br />
a ‘2 1/2-way’ crossover design, three custom<br />
drivers, three amplifiers, two multi-bit deltasigma<br />
digital converters, digital crossovers<br />
and computers to deliver an impressive,<br />
powerful and accurate sound with full<br />
remote control over bass, treble tilt, timecorrect<br />
balance, absolute phase, tweeter axis<br />
and input. <strong>The</strong> latest technology gives the<br />
DSP5200 uncompromised, precise detail<br />
with pinpoint imaging and dimensionality in<br />
both stereo and surround. Advanced signal<br />
processing packs dynamics and bass into a<br />
size that defies imagination. DSP controls<br />
allow correction of the frequency response in<br />
a variety of locations.<br />
Product Highlights<br />
Triple amplifier design based on<br />
the acclaimed DSP8000 minimizes<br />
colouration<br />
Powerful, compact and elegant digital<br />
active loudspeaker with 2 1/2-way DSP<br />
crossover<br />
Innovative SpeakerLink <strong>for</strong> simple Cat<br />
5 interconnects<br />
Self-contained audio system with three<br />
custom drivers, three amplifiers, two<br />
digital converters, digital crossovers<br />
and advanced sound-shaping DSP<br />
computers <strong>for</strong> maximum fidelity<br />
Listener remote control features<br />
including bass, treble tilt, listening axis,<br />
volume, time-compensated balance<br />
and absolute phase<br />
Dynamic bass protection system<br />
avoids LF distortion at high levels<br />
Controls accommodate different room<br />
positions<br />
Ultra-rigid cabinet in veneered ply,<br />
braced and resin damped <strong>for</strong> maximum<br />
sonic purity<br />
Available in graphite, black or silver<br />
high gloss lacquer finishes as standard<br />
Maximum output level<br />
up to 108dB spl<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road, Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE, UK<br />
T +44(0)1480 445678<br />
F +44(0)1480 445686<br />
E info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Meridian America Inc.<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849, USA<br />
T +1(404) 344 7111<br />
F +1(404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
DSP5200<br />
Digital Signal Processing Active Loudspeaker System<br />
Outline Technical Specification<br />
DSP5200 Horizontal Centre version.<br />
Cabinet design<br />
An enhanced basket design with sturdy<br />
clamp rings delivers the very best<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance from the drivers, which are<br />
chosen specifically <strong>for</strong> their sound. <strong>The</strong><br />
stylish, curved and tapered cabinet both<br />
increases stiffness and improves HF<br />
dispersion <strong>for</strong> a more natural top end.<br />
Cabinet construction is of 19mm thick multilayer<br />
materials, with proprietary heavy poured<br />
resin, and is inherently stiff with superior<br />
geometry and damping.<br />
<strong>The</strong> dual bass drivers are 160mm long-throw<br />
composite designs and the cabinet vents<br />
through an extremely effective rear port<br />
design. This configuration, along with active<br />
operation and DSP correction, delivers a<br />
combination of smooth, powerful bass and<br />
very low mid-range colouration. <strong>The</strong> tweeter<br />
is a 25mm aluminium-dome, silver-wire<br />
design.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP5200 is available in vertical<br />
<strong>for</strong>mat in pairs, as a single vertical centre<br />
loudspeaker, or in a horizontal centre-channel<br />
version.<br />
Inside the DSP5200<br />
Each speaker incorporates an electronics<br />
panel in the rear part of the cabinet. <strong>The</strong><br />
speaker accepts digital signals and has two<br />
inputs, placed at the base of the cabinet <strong>for</strong><br />
maximum neatness and ease of installation.<br />
<strong>The</strong> electronic design of the DSP5200 is<br />
entirely new, and takes advantage of the<br />
latest advances in component design as well<br />
as techniques and approaches employed on<br />
the DSP8000.<br />
<strong>The</strong> latest miniaturized surface-mount<br />
components add control and improve linearity,<br />
while the advanced high-value capacitors<br />
allow the power supply and its low-field true<br />
toroidal trans<strong>for</strong>mer to be placed closer to<br />
power amplifiers, offering lower inductance<br />
and improved power per<strong>for</strong>mance.<br />
<strong>The</strong> input receiver uses a FIFO (First In First<br />
Out) memory buffer <strong>for</strong> the lowest possible<br />
jitter from almost any source. At the heart<br />
of the 5200 is a new DSP system based<br />
around a 150MIPS processor, running brand<br />
new software.<br />
A built-in circuit monitoring system handles<br />
both thermal and bass protection, without<br />
compromising either sound or protection<br />
capability.<br />
High resolution double-precision processing<br />
and upsampling, coupled with the latest<br />
192kHz, 24-bit DACs, ensure that the digital<br />
signal path offers true recording studio<br />
quality.<br />
<strong>The</strong> three 75W amplifiers are based on<br />
those in the DSP8000, with the latest errorcorrecting<br />
auto-biasing technology which<br />
runs the amplifiers with maximum linearity<br />
and minimal distortion, even at high levels.<br />
<strong>The</strong> bottom line<br />
<strong>The</strong> result of all this intensive research<br />
and careful, painstaking design is a digital<br />
loudspeaker system that out-per<strong>for</strong>ms<br />
anything of its size, while its visual design and<br />
elegance remain second-to-none.<br />
Meridian products are carefully designed<br />
inside and out and the DSP5200 – available<br />
in a choice of graphite, black or silver high<br />
gloss lacquer – is intended to look as good<br />
as it sounds.<br />
And the sound is, quite simply, remarkable.<br />
Per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
• Frequency response in-room within 3dB<br />
from 35Hz to over 20kHz. Linear-phase<br />
mid/top crossover. Output >108dB spl<br />
@ 1m on music material. Noise less<br />
than 15dB spl. Overall distortion typically<br />
C61R<br />
Installation Digital Surround Processor<br />
Product highlights<br />
Includes Meridian’s powerful<br />
Room Correction system<br />
5 digital optical and 6 digital coax<br />
stereo inputs<br />
5 stereo analogue inputs<br />
10 digital surround and 8<br />
analogue surround outputs<br />
Analogue and 2 digital<br />
multichannel inputs<br />
Meridian’s C Series offers a range of<br />
robust, precision-made audio/video<br />
components designed with the custom<br />
installation market in mind, extending<br />
Meridian’s strong reputation <strong>for</strong> the<br />
highest possible audio and video<br />
quality into new areas.<br />
<strong>The</strong> line includes power amplifiers, surround<br />
processors and all the building-blocks of<br />
a powerful system <strong>for</strong> custom installation<br />
applications. All are fitted with rack-mounting<br />
ears and are equipped with remote control<br />
capability where appropriate.<br />
<strong>The</strong> elegant matte-black rack-mount<br />
enclosures include a transparent front panel<br />
inset which can be removed <strong>for</strong> access.<br />
<strong>The</strong> C61R is a rack-mounted processor<br />
based on Meridian’s extremely popular G61<br />
Digital Surround Controller, optimised <strong>for</strong><br />
custom installation applications. It, in turn, is<br />
a development of the successful G68, which<br />
itself builds on the technology that went into<br />
Meridian’s flagship, AAA-rated 861 surround<br />
processor, and includes the award-winning<br />
Meridian Room Correction system to manage<br />
room reverberation and improve the overall<br />
listening experience.<br />
At the heart of the C61R is a powerful DSP<br />
engine consisting of five Motorola 56367s<br />
and a 56371 running at 150MHz – delivering<br />
900MIPS (million instructions per second).<br />
Processing is per<strong>for</strong>med at high sample<br />
rates and with 48-bit precision throughout,<br />
ensuring that all filtering, processing and<br />
other operations are carried out far above<br />
the limits of human hearing. <strong>The</strong> C61R<br />
is thus ideal <strong>for</strong> the very latest in digital<br />
audio. For superior audio quality, incoming<br />
analogue signals are converted to 24-bit,<br />
high-sample-rate digital data via multibit<br />
Delta-Sigma converters as soon as they<br />
enter the processor, and all digital signals are<br />
reclocked to minimize jitter and maintain total<br />
data integrity.<br />
<strong>The</strong> C61R includes two 6-channel S/PDIF<br />
digital inputs (coax), four stereo Toslink<br />
optical inputs, and six stereo coax digital<br />
inputs. <strong>The</strong>re is also a USB Audio input,<br />
allowing a computer system to be hooked<br />
up directly <strong>for</strong> audio replay, the processor<br />
being seen as an external audio device by<br />
the computer. In addition, there’s a 6-channel<br />
analogue input, and five stereo analogue<br />
ins. All the inputs are reconfigurable <strong>for</strong> an<br />
incredible degree of flexibility, and analogue<br />
inputs are converted to digital at high<br />
resolution – 24-bit, 96kHz.<br />
<strong>The</strong> C61R combines controller and surround<br />
processor functions, meeting the latest<br />
THX Ultra 2 specifications and including<br />
the latest superb-quality AAC, MPEG, DTS,<br />
Dolby, Trifield and Ambisonic (both 2-channel<br />
UHJ and B-Format, to 4, 5, 6 or 7 speakers)<br />
decoding. <strong>The</strong> decoders consist almost<br />
exclusively of our own code, giving them<br />
superior integration with the Meridian design<br />
philosophy, as well as superior per<strong>for</strong>mance.<br />
<strong>The</strong> C61’s ‘Smart Source’ feature continually<br />
monitors the digital inputs and automatically<br />
Powerful DSP engine with<br />
four processors delivering over<br />
500MIPS<br />
On-board AAC decoding, plus<br />
Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG,<br />
Ambisonics and acclaimed Trifield<br />
decoding<br />
THX Surround EX Ultra 2 certified<br />
AMBISONICS<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road, Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE, UK<br />
T +44(0)1480 445678<br />
F +44(0)1480 445686<br />
E info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Meridian America Inc.<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849, USA<br />
T +1(404) 344 7111<br />
F +1(404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com<br />
TRIFIELD
C61R<br />
Installation Digital Surround Processor<br />
G61R front and rear panels<br />
loads the correct decoding software <strong>for</strong> the<br />
<strong>for</strong>mat, speaker layout and encoding of the<br />
incoming signal. This capability is enhanced<br />
by MHR SmartLink, which provides a digital<br />
link between a Meridian optical disc player<br />
and processor, carrying explicit in<strong>for</strong>mation<br />
about the nature of the datastream.<br />
You can also store separate user parameters<br />
<strong>for</strong> each source (such as DVD) depending<br />
on whether the incoming signal is stereo<br />
or surround, so that any source material is<br />
played with the DSP mode of your choice.<br />
<strong>The</strong> C61R features eight analogue outputs<br />
<strong>for</strong> front, rear, centre and sub connections,<br />
plus two additional outputs <strong>for</strong> other<br />
applications. Ten digital surround outputs are<br />
provided, including front, rear, side, centre/<br />
sub and again include an additional output<br />
pair.<br />
<strong>The</strong> C61R can be configured with a powerful<br />
Windows graphical set-up application<br />
(downloadable from the Meridian web site),<br />
which allows access to all the unit’s functions<br />
and configuration.<br />
However, the C61R can also be configured<br />
extensively from the front panel, thanks to<br />
the comprehensive ‘soft-key’ based user<br />
interface like that employed on Meridian’s<br />
G Series components. ‘Wizards’ lead you<br />
through the configuration procedure, allowing<br />
a powerful degree of customization without<br />
having to hook up a computer.<br />
<strong>The</strong> C61’s firmware can be updated via serial<br />
link with files downloaded <strong>for</strong> the Meridian<br />
web site. Two serial connectors are provided:<br />
one on the rear panel <strong>for</strong> integration<br />
into industry-standard home automation<br />
systems, and one on the front panel allowing<br />
Outline Specifications<br />
Inputs<br />
• Digital Inputs: 4 x TOSlink optical in, 6 S/<br />
PDIFcoax stereo in, 2 x 6-ch MHR coax in,<br />
USB Audio<br />
Analogue Inputs: 5 x stereo, 1 x 6-ch analogue<br />
in, unbalanced, 0.5–2.5Vrms adjustable, input<br />
impedance 20kΩ<br />
Outputs<br />
• Digital outputs (S/PDIF coax): Main L/R,<br />
Centre/Sub, sides, rears; A/B (configurable)<br />
Analogue outputs (phono): Main L, Main R, Rear<br />
L, Rear R, Centre, Sub; LZ, RZ (configurable),<br />
variable between 0 and 3.5Vrms, output<br />
impedance 47Ω. Distortion
MERIDIAN C SERIES<br />
PRELIMINARY<br />
C52 Active Subwoofer Controller<br />
Dual controller designed to drive Meridian SW320 subwoofers<br />
Meridian’s C Series offers a range of robust, precision-made audio/video components<br />
designed with the custom installation market in mind, extending Meridian’s strong<br />
reputation <strong>for</strong> the highest possible audio and video quality into new areas.<br />
<strong>The</strong> line includes power amplifiers, surround processors and all the building-blocks of a<br />
powerful system <strong>for</strong> custom installation applications. All are fitted with rack-mounting<br />
ears and are equipped with remote control capability where appropriate.<br />
<strong>The</strong> elegant matte-black rack-mount enclosures include a removable, transparent front<br />
panel inset which can be removed <strong>for</strong> access.<br />
Dual active subwoofer<br />
controller<br />
Analogue and digital inputs<br />
300W Class D amplifiers<br />
Adjustable lowpass filter<br />
Polarity switch<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian C52 combines the finest<br />
materials with state of the art design<br />
to create what we believe is a superior<br />
subwoofer controller, emphasising<br />
extreme bass, depth, clarity, control, and<br />
articulation.<br />
Each unit provides two controller and<br />
power amplifier channels allowing the<br />
use of two independent subwoofers.<br />
Both digital and active analogue inputs<br />
are provided, allowing the C52 to be<br />
connected either to a digital surround<br />
controller or digital source with a<br />
digital coax output, or to an analogue<br />
preamplifier or surround controller with<br />
either phono or balanced outputs.<br />
Digital connectivity<br />
<strong>The</strong> unit employs 96kHz/24bit digital-toanalogue<br />
conversion and accept digital<br />
inputs up to 96kHz including those<br />
carrying MHR signals.<br />
Separate analogue and digital power<br />
supplies are used to feed the C52’s<br />
precision electronic circuits, ensuring that<br />
both high and low power sections receive<br />
continual smooth supply.<br />
If you are using the subwoofers with a<br />
digital source, such as CD or DVD, the<br />
signals remain in digital <strong>for</strong>m until the last<br />
possible stage.<br />
Subwoofer drivers<br />
<strong>The</strong> C52 is designed to be used with<br />
Meridian Installation Series subwoofer<br />
driver assemblies such as the SW320.<br />
However, passive subwoofers with<br />
similar specifications and capabilities may<br />
alternatively be employed.<br />
Power amplifiers<br />
<strong>The</strong> C52 includes Class D high efficiency<br />
ultra low output impedance amplifiers,<br />
optimised <strong>for</strong> both music and movie<br />
soundtracks.<br />
<strong>The</strong> whole electronic assembly is supplied<br />
from substantial toroidal trans<strong>for</strong>mers<br />
feeding high-quality, audiophile-grade<br />
capacitors.<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
PRELIMINARY<br />
MERIDIAN C SERIES<br />
C52 Active Subwoofer Controller<br />
Outline Specifications<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road<br />
Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE<br />
England<br />
Digital inputs<br />
Analogue inputs<br />
Output stage<br />
Characteristics<br />
Control<br />
2 x cable inputs, 32–96kHz PCM using S/PDIF, or MHR connection<br />
support with auto-detection.<br />
3 x phono inputs: mono, left, right, per channel.<br />
2 x XLR balanced inputs: Channel 1 and Channel 2.<br />
Power amplifier: 300W Class D high efficiency ultra low output<br />
impedance (per channel).<br />
Distortion
MERIDIAN C SERIES<br />
PRELIMINARY<br />
C51 Active Speaker Power Unit<br />
5 channel pairs of amplification with modular line-level crossovers <strong>for</strong> Meridian installation speakers<br />
Meridian’s C Series offers a range of robust, precision-made audio/video components<br />
designed with the custom installation market in mind, extending Meridian’s strong<br />
reputation <strong>for</strong> the highest possible audio and video quality into new areas.<br />
<strong>The</strong> line includes power amplifiers, surround processors and all the building-blocks of a<br />
powerful system <strong>for</strong> custom installation applications. All are fitted with rack-mounting<br />
ears and are equipped with remote control capability where appropriate.<br />
<strong>The</strong> elegant matte-black rack-mount enclosures include a removable, transparent front<br />
panel inset which can be removed <strong>for</strong> access.<br />
<strong>The</strong> C51 powers 200 and 300 Series<br />
Remote Active installation loudspeakers.<br />
It features active line-level crossovers,<br />
switched balanced and unbalanced inputs,<br />
and employs a powerful new amplifier<br />
design which enables multiple channels of<br />
high-level amplification to be combined in<br />
a compact unit without excessive heat.<br />
Ten channels of approximately100W into<br />
8Ω (160W into 4Ω) RMS amplification are<br />
provided, grouped into five pairs, each<br />
providing bass and tweeter outputs from<br />
a full-range input.<br />
<strong>The</strong> crossovers take the <strong>for</strong>m of plug-in<br />
modules which can be inserted at the time<br />
of installation to configure the unit <strong>for</strong><br />
the speakers in use. An appropriate card is<br />
supplied with each loudspeaker. Modules<br />
are currently available <strong>for</strong> the A320, A330<br />
and A350, and each module includes a<br />
pair of LEDs that confirm the positive and<br />
negative power-rails are operative and<br />
identifies the crossover installed by means<br />
of the colour combination.<br />
<strong>The</strong>rmal, short-circuit and DC fault protection<br />
circuitry is included. <strong>The</strong> C51 has soft<br />
start, fan output and trigger input.<br />
<strong>The</strong> front panel includes five sockets <strong>for</strong><br />
installation of the crossover cards, which<br />
can be accessed by unscrewing the transparent<br />
smoked access cover.<br />
Front-panel indicators take the <strong>for</strong>m of<br />
blue LEDs <strong>for</strong> main power and <strong>for</strong> each<br />
channel, arranged in high/low pairs so<br />
that the status can be instantly assessed.<br />
<strong>The</strong> rear panel is divided into five channel<br />
pairs identified as HF (tweeter) and LF<br />
(bass). A single full-range input per channel<br />
pair may be switch-selected between<br />
unbalanced (gold-plated phono connector)<br />
and balanced (XLR3F).<br />
In addition to the power input socket and<br />
power switch, the rear panel also offers<br />
a 3.5mm jack socket <strong>for</strong> connection of an<br />
industry standard trigger input (5–30V, AC<br />
or DC) <strong>for</strong> remote operation, and a 3.5mm<br />
jack socket <strong>for</strong> the connection of a 12V DC<br />
fan system. This output is controlled automatically<br />
according to temperature.<br />
10-channel Active Speaker<br />
Power Unit <strong>for</strong> installation<br />
applications<br />
10 x 100W/8Ω (160W/4Ω)<br />
power amps arranged in<br />
5 HF/LF channel pairs<br />
Line-level active crossover<br />
modules supplied with<br />
Meridian Active Installation<br />
loudspeakers<br />
Attractively-finished<br />
2U rack-mount <strong>for</strong>m-factor<br />
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PRELIMINARY<br />
MERIDIAN C SERIES<br />
C51 Active Speaker Power Unit<br />
C51 front and rear panels<br />
Outline Specifications<br />
C51 Powered Crossover/Amplifier<br />
Output power<br />
Frequency response<br />
Output impedance<br />
THD+Noise<br />
Full-range Inputs<br />
Outputs<br />
Other connections<br />
Controls<br />
Indicators<br />
Power<br />
Dimensions<br />
Main enclosure<br />
Front panel<br />
Weight<br />
10 channels of 100W into 8Ω / 160W into 4Ω, arranged in<br />
5 x HF/LF pairs sourced from full-range input via crossover<br />
module<br />
+0/–3dB, 10Hz–50 kHz (modified by crossover characteristics)<br />
20–150mΩ, 1–20kHz<br />
Typical: 0.1% @ 60W output, 0.008% @ 1W<br />
5 x Mono unbalanced (phono) impedance 10 kΩ<br />
5 x Mono balanced (XLR3F) impedance 20 kΩ/leg<br />
Switch-selected between balanced and unbalanced<br />
LF and HF pairs of gold-plated binding posts per channel<br />
pair<br />
12vdc, 5W Temperature controlled fan output (3.5mm<br />
jack)<br />
5–30V ac/dc trigger input (3.5mm jack)<br />
Rear-panel balanced/unbalanced input switch per input.<br />
Rear panel main power switch.<br />
Blue LED power indicator<br />
Per-channel blue LED operation indicator<br />
100–240Vac, 30–1200VA<br />
435 x 82 x 250 mm (17.25 x 3.25 x 9.75 in) W x H x D<br />
485 x 87.5 x 12 mm (19 x 3.45 x 0.5 in) W x H x D<br />
TBC kg (xx lb)<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road<br />
Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE<br />
England<br />
T +44 (0) 1480 445678<br />
F +44 (0) 1480 445686<br />
Meridian America Inc<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849<br />
T +1 (404) 344 7111<br />
F +1 (404) 346 7111<br />
Crossover cards<br />
Cards are supplied with each active installation loudspeaker system. <strong>The</strong>se feature<br />
premium quality Burr-Brown operational amplifiers and four-layer printed circuit<br />
boards. LEDs indicate presence of rail voltages while the colour combinations confirm<br />
the type of crossover in place. Cards plug into sockets on the front panel of the<br />
C51.<br />
Meridian Audio reserves the right to amend product specifications at any time.<br />
www.meridian-audio.com<br />
This is a preliminary document and is subject to<br />
significant change without notice.<br />
Meridian retains the right to improve or modify product<br />
specifications and design at any time. E&OE.<br />
C51 v0.92ß Pxxxxx 20071119 • REƒ
MERIDIAN C SERIES<br />
PRELIMINARY<br />
C50 10-channel Power Amplifier<br />
10-channel amplification with bi-wire capability, <strong>for</strong> Meridian or third-party passive loudspeakers<br />
C50 rack-mount 10-channel power amplifier<br />
Meridian’s C Series offers a range of robust, precision-made audio/video components<br />
designed with the custom installation market in mind, extending Meridian’s strong<br />
reputation <strong>for</strong> the highest possible audio and video quality into new areas.<br />
<strong>The</strong> line includes power amplifiers, surround processors and all the building-blocks of a<br />
powerful system <strong>for</strong> custom installation applications. All are fitted with rack-mounting<br />
ears and are equipped with remote control capability where appropriate.<br />
<strong>The</strong> elegant matte-black rack-mount enclosures include a removable, transparent front<br />
panel inset which can be removed <strong>for</strong> access.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian C50 is a ten-channel power<br />
amplifier designed <strong>for</strong> installation applications.<br />
It features an innovative new Class<br />
D amplifier design which produces minimal<br />
heat, even at high power outputs, as<br />
well as delivering extremely high audio<br />
quality.<br />
<strong>The</strong> amplifier design offers a very low output<br />
impedance and a load-independent<br />
frequency response that is flat up to<br />
20kHz and falls off slowly above that. THD<br />
and noise are extremely low and effectively<br />
independent of frequency.<br />
<strong>The</strong> C50 features an unbalanced input<br />
on gold-plated phono connector, and a<br />
balanced input via XLR3-F connector, <strong>for</strong><br />
each channel plus a pair of gold-plated<br />
terminals per channel. Each channel will<br />
deliver 100 watts into 8 ohms or 160W<br />
into 4 ohms.<br />
A temperature-controlled fan output is<br />
provided to operate 12v fan systems. An<br />
industry standard trigger input is also provided,<br />
suitable <strong>for</strong> AC or DC operation in<br />
the range 5–30V.<br />
Behind the transparent smoked frontpanel<br />
inset, blue LEDs indicate power and<br />
per-channel operation.<br />
Where higher levels of power output are<br />
required, a similar 5-channel unit is also<br />
available, the C59, offering per-channel<br />
power outputs of 200W into 8Ω or 360W<br />
into 4Ω.<br />
10-channel power amplifier<br />
<strong>for</strong> installation applications<br />
10 x 100W/8Ω (160W/4Ω)<br />
power amps<br />
Flat, load-independent<br />
frequency response<br />
Very low THD + Noise<br />
Very low output impedance<br />
Attractively-finished<br />
2U rack-mount <strong>for</strong>m-factor<br />
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PRELIMINARY<br />
MERIDIAN C SERIES<br />
C50 10-Channel Power Amplifier<br />
C50 front and rear panels<br />
Outline Specifications<br />
C50 Rack-mount 10-Channel Power Amplifier<br />
Audio output 10 x 160W into 4Ω /<br />
10 x 100W into 8Ω<br />
Frequency response +0/–3dB, 10Hz–50 kHz<br />
Output impedance 20–150mΩ, 1–20kHz<br />
THD+Noise<br />
Inputs<br />
Outputs<br />
Other connections<br />
Typical: 0.1% @ 60W output, 0.008% @ 1W<br />
10 x Mono unbalanced (phono) impedance 10 kΩ<br />
10 x Mono balanced (XLR3-F)<br />
Twin pairs of gold-plated binding posts per channel<br />
Temeperature controlled 12v fan output (3.5mm jack)<br />
5–30V ac/dc trigger input (3.5mm jack)<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road<br />
Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE<br />
England<br />
T +44 (0) 1480 445678<br />
F +44 (0) 1480 445686<br />
Meridian America Inc<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849<br />
T +1 (404) 344 7111<br />
F +1 (404) 346 7111<br />
Indicators<br />
Power<br />
Blue LED power indicator<br />
Per-channel blue LED operation indicator<br />
100–240Vac, 30–1200VA, rear panel switch<br />
Dimensions<br />
Weight<br />
Main enclosure 435 x 82 x 250 mm (17.25 x 3.25 x 9.75 in) W x H<br />
x D<br />
Front panel 485 x 87.5 x 12 mm (19 x 3.45 x 0.5 in) W x H x D<br />
TBC kg (xx lb)<br />
Meridian Audio reserves the right to amend product specifications at any time.<br />
www.meridian-audio.com<br />
This is a preliminary document and is subject to<br />
significant change without notice.<br />
Meridian retains the right to improve or modify product<br />
specifications and design at any time. E&OE.<br />
C50 v0.93ß Pxxxxx 20071119 • REƒ
DSP5500<br />
DSP Loudspeakers<br />
Sales in<strong>for</strong>mation<br />
1 st December 2001<br />
Background<br />
Meridian has long led the market with their highly acclaimed DSP loudspeaker<br />
designs. <strong>The</strong> current models have won a steady stream of awards. In fact the<br />
DSP6000 – which was introduced in 1990 – is the only loudspeaker to hold the<br />
coveted Stereophile Class A rating <strong>for</strong> eight successive years.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian DSP loudspeakers uniquely combine excellent acoustic and driveunit<br />
technology, with multiple built-in power amps, per<strong>for</strong>mance-enhancing DSP<br />
and digital conversion systems.<br />
• Three-way active loudspeaker<br />
with DSP crossover<br />
• Self-contained audio system, each<br />
comprising four custom drivers,<br />
four amplifiers, three digital<br />
converters, digital crossovers<br />
and advanced<br />
sound-shaping DSP computers<br />
• Remote controlled and requiring<br />
no unsightly speaker cables<br />
• Listener control over features<br />
including bass, treble tilt,<br />
listening axis, volume, timecompensated<br />
balance and<br />
absolute phase<br />
• Laminated wood and steel<br />
cabinet construction <strong>for</strong> rigidity<br />
• Magnetic shielding prevents<br />
disturbing TVs<br />
• Horizontal centre channel<br />
available<br />
• Maximum output level up to<br />
112dB spl<br />
Meridian DSP5500<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP5500 is a single-box DSP loudspeaker, designed to provide<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance similar to the highly popular DSP6000. This new model is a frontfacing<br />
<strong>for</strong>mat that can be effectively built into system cabinets – DSP functions<br />
are provided to correct the frequency response in a number of locations. A<br />
unique removable wood and steel side panel arrangement allows <strong>for</strong> easy<br />
colour changes or custom finishes. <strong>The</strong> side panels are bolted in place; in<br />
addition to providing magnetic shielding, the resulting solid, stiff cabinet<br />
provides massive acoustic damping, giving the speaker remarkable mid-range<br />
transparency.<br />
Acoustic system and <strong>for</strong>mat<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP5500 is a powerful 3-way active acoustic reflex system. <strong>The</strong> bass<br />
system uses two 200mm long-throw composite bass drivers. <strong>The</strong> cabinet vents<br />
through a floor-level wide-area coupling slot; this configuration – along with the<br />
active and DSP correction – maintains smooth powerful bass in the room down<br />
to 30Hz with very low mid-range colouration.<br />
<strong>The</strong> mid-range is mounted in a separate enclosure and uses a custom 160mm<br />
polypropylene driver. <strong>The</strong> tweeter is the Meridian 25mm aluminium-dome,<br />
silver-wire tweeter used in all the DSP loudspeakers. Each of the four drive<br />
units has its own 75W power amplifier.<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Stonehill, Stukeley Meadows<br />
Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6EX<br />
T +44 (0) 1480 445678<br />
F +44 (0) 1480 445686<br />
Meridian America Inc.<br />
Suite 122, Building 2400<br />
3800 Camp Creek Parkway<br />
Atlanta GA 30331<br />
T (404) 344 7111<br />
F (404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
<strong>The</strong> main cabinet is constructed from high-density MDF. A unique ‘sandwich’<br />
construction method clamps sheet steel all over the cabinet sides between the<br />
main cabinet and the real wood veneer side panels. This technique results in a<br />
very inert cabinet and provides exceptional magnetic screening – allowing the<br />
DSP5500 to be placed immediately next to small or large TVs. <strong>The</strong> top of the<br />
cabinet has an attractive 4mm plate-glass top.<br />
Electronic system<br />
Each speaker incorporates an electronic panel in the rear part of the cabinet.<br />
<strong>The</strong> speaker accepts digital signals and there are two inputs. <strong>The</strong> input receiver<br />
uses a FIFO memory buffer <strong>for</strong> the lowest possible jitter from almost any<br />
source.<br />
<strong>The</strong> crossovers, equalisation, tuning <strong>for</strong> a number of locations including cabinet<br />
installation, protection and tone controls are all implemented in a 100MHz<br />
Motorola Digital Signal Processor (DSP) inside each speaker. <strong>The</strong> DSP feeds<br />
carefully tailored individual signals to the bass, mid and tweeter DACs. <strong>The</strong><br />
DSP5500 uses four Meridian Class-A discrete 75W low-distortion power<br />
amplifiers to individually power the drivers. <strong>The</strong> electronics are powered by a<br />
high-current toroidal trans<strong>for</strong>mer through a custom high-speed power supply.<br />
DSP5500<br />
DSP Loudspeaker<br />
Sales in<strong>for</strong>mation<br />
1 st December 2001<br />
Technical Specification<br />
Per<strong>for</strong>mance:<br />
Inputs:<br />
Construction:<br />
Dimensions:<br />
DSP:<br />
Controls:<br />
Front display:<br />
Frequency response in-room within 3dB from 30Hz to over<br />
20kHz.<br />
Output >112dB spl @ 1m on music material.<br />
Noise less than 15dB spl.<br />
Overall distortion typically
DSP3100<br />
Digital Signal Processing<br />
Loudspeaker System<br />
M3100<br />
Active Analogue<br />
Loudspeaker System<br />
Powerful, compact, highaccuracy<br />
loudspeaker system<br />
available in DSP or active<br />
analogue <strong>for</strong>mats<br />
<strong>Ideal</strong> as surrounds, second<br />
room or nearfield/surround<br />
studio monitoring<br />
New dual amplifier design<br />
based on the acclaimed<br />
DSP8000 minimizes coloration<br />
Self-contained audio system<br />
with custom drivers and two<br />
amplifiers built-in. M3100<br />
includes superior line-level<br />
crossover<br />
Meridian’s acclaimed active and DSPbased<br />
loudspeakers are unparalleled<br />
in the industry. Each unit includes not<br />
only carefully-chosen loudspeaker<br />
drivers and excellent cabinet design<br />
and acoustics, but also multiple power<br />
amplifiers and – in the case of DSP<br />
designs – D/A converters and the DSP<br />
power required to create crossovers,<br />
filters and control systems that<br />
would be completely impossible in a<br />
conventional speaker configuration.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP loudspeaker is the ultimate<br />
expression of Meridian’s loudspeaker<br />
philosophy. DSP capability delivers<br />
crossover specifications that cannot<br />
be matched by conventional designs<br />
and bass extension vastly superior to<br />
other loudspeakers of the same volume,<br />
while keeping the signal in the digital<br />
domain until the last moment means<br />
<strong>The</strong> 3100 is<br />
available with<br />
satin silver or black<br />
with piano-lacquer<br />
wood accents,<br />
and in vertical<br />
configuration<br />
(above) or<br />
horizontal centre<br />
(3100HC, left)<br />
that there is an unbroken link between<br />
the recording studio or concert hall and<br />
your listening room. Thus, they sound<br />
unlike anything else you’ll hear.<br />
Meridian active loudspeakers give each<br />
driver its own amplifier, in direct and<br />
close control of all its parameters, fed<br />
from a line-level crossover <strong>for</strong> superior<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP3100 and its active analogue<br />
equivalent, the M3100, represent a<br />
breakthrough in compact loudspeakers.<br />
Available in vertical or horizontal<br />
centre configuration, they deliver an<br />
astonishing per<strong>for</strong>mance <strong>for</strong> their size,<br />
and are ideal <strong>for</strong> stereo or surround<br />
listening in smaller spaces. <strong>The</strong>ir<br />
accuracy and uncoloured sound also<br />
makes them ideal <strong>for</strong> monitoring in<br />
recording and mastering studios.<br />
DSP version employs two<br />
digital converters, digital<br />
crossover and advanced<br />
sound-shaping DSP capability<br />
<strong>for</strong> maximum fidelity.<br />
Dynamic bass protection<br />
system avoids LF distortion at<br />
high levels<br />
DSP3100 includes S/PDIF<br />
digital inputs support up<br />
to 24-bit, 96kHz with MHR;<br />
M3100 offers balanced and<br />
unbalanced line-level inputs<br />
Ultra-rigid cabinet features<br />
aluminium panels bonded to<br />
wood, bitumen damped <strong>for</strong><br />
the ultimate in low coloration<br />
Available in black or silver,<br />
with black piano lacquered<br />
wood accents<br />
Maximum output level<br />
up to 105dB spl<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
<strong>The</strong> 3100 series from Meridian<br />
represent new benchmarks in the<br />
development of compact, highper<strong>for</strong>mance<br />
active loudspeakers.<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP3100 DSP loudspeaker and<br />
its active analogue counterpart,<br />
the M3100, are designed <strong>for</strong> use<br />
as bookshelf or stand-mounted<br />
loudspeakers. Specially-designed<br />
aluminium stands are available that<br />
may be sand-filled <strong>for</strong> maximum<br />
stability and to minimize any impact<br />
on sound quality. <strong>The</strong> vertical units<br />
also include universal wall bracket<br />
mountings <strong>for</strong> additional flexibility in<br />
location. <strong>The</strong> horizontal centre unit is<br />
magnetically-shielded.<br />
3100s are tonally similar to other<br />
Meridian loudspeakers and as a result<br />
they are ideal <strong>for</strong> use, <strong>for</strong> example,<br />
as surrounds in a Meridian system.<br />
<strong>The</strong>y are equally suited <strong>for</strong> use in a<br />
smaller stand-alone system in a study<br />
or bedroom, and can be used as<br />
second zone speakers in a Meridian<br />
multi-room environment. <strong>The</strong> DSP<br />
version features S/PDIF digital inputs<br />
at up to 96kHz while the analogue<br />
version includes switched balanced<br />
and unbalanced inputs, so either can<br />
also be used as high-end computer<br />
loudspeakers.<br />
Extremely accurate characteristics make<br />
either 3100 version eminently suitable<br />
<strong>for</strong> studio monitoring applications,<br />
particularly as a near-field or surround<br />
monitor in recording and mastering<br />
facilities: the DSP3100 accepts standard<br />
digital audio at sample rates up to 24-<br />
bit, 96kHz.<br />
Construction<br />
<strong>The</strong> DSP3100’s distinctive cabinet is<br />
made from braced wood with piano-<br />
lacquered ends and aluminium sidepanels<br />
bonded <strong>for</strong> rigidity.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 3100 offers extremely low coloration,<br />
and this is partially a result of this<br />
cabinet construction. Wood tends to<br />
vibrate at lower frequencies, where<br />
aluminium is very stable; conversely,<br />
aluminium tends to resonate at higher<br />
frequencies while wood does not.<br />
Combining the two by bonding them<br />
together tends to cancel out vibration<br />
across the range. <strong>The</strong> cabinet is further<br />
damped with bitumen, leading to an<br />
enclosure that is exceedingly dead.<br />
Cosmetic finishes available are black<br />
or silver, matching Meridian’s G Series<br />
components (bead-blasted, brightened<br />
and anodised).<br />
<strong>The</strong> vertical units feature a 2-way rearported<br />
enclosure, while the horizontal<br />
centre is a 2½-way closed box design.<br />
Featuring high-efficiency long-throw<br />
6in (160mm) (vertical model) or dual 5<br />
¼ in (120mm) (horizontal model) bass<br />
drivers with doped carbon fibre cones<br />
and cast alloy baskets, the 3100 also<br />
includes a very high quality 1in (25mm)<br />
Meridian piston treble drive unit with<br />
doped fabric dome.<br />
Electronics<br />
<strong>The</strong> drivers are powered directly by<br />
independent high power, low feedback<br />
amplifiers fed from an audiophilegrade<br />
power supply with a substantial<br />
toroidal trans<strong>for</strong>mer. DSP power in the<br />
DSP3100 is a provided by a Motorola<br />
56367 running at 150MHz; D/A<br />
conversion is handled by dual 24-bit,<br />
multi-bit delta-sigma converters. <strong>The</strong><br />
DSP3100 may be controlled via RS232,<br />
and both analogue and digital versions<br />
may be operated by an infrared remote<br />
control unit such as the MSR+.<br />
DSP3100<br />
Digital Signal Processing<br />
Loudspeaker System<br />
M3100<br />
Active Analogue<br />
Loudspeaker System<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road<br />
Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE<br />
England<br />
T +44 (0) 1480 445678<br />
F +44 (0) 1480 445686<br />
Outline Specifications (common to both versions unless indicated)<br />
Per<strong>for</strong>mance: Frequency response in-room within 3dB from 45Hz to over 20kHz. Linear-phase mid/top crossover.<br />
Output >105dB spl @ 1m on music material. Noise less than 15dB spl. Overall electronic distortion<br />
typically
861<br />
Reference Digital Surround Processor<br />
Version 4 with Room Correction<br />
AV processor and system controller<br />
Now includes Meridian Room<br />
Correction <strong>for</strong> a dramatic improvement<br />
in listening room sound<br />
CD and Dolby Digital signals upsampled<br />
to 24-bit, 96kHz and de-jittered<br />
Full compatibility with high-samplerate<br />
signals throughout<br />
Modular internal construction and<br />
card-based structure allows easy<br />
addition of new hardware, interfaces<br />
and features<br />
Full RS232 control, status and trigger<br />
outputs<br />
Software updateable<br />
Rack-mountable option available<br />
Rated Class ‘AAA’ by Stereophile<br />
Guide to Home <strong>The</strong>ater<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
861<br />
Reference Digital Surround Processor<br />
Version 4 with Room Correction<br />
“Brilliant in conception,<br />
mind-boggling in execution,<br />
more powerful and bettersounding<br />
than almost anything<br />
else ever made.”<br />
—What Hi-Fi<br />
“…the 861 is beyond<br />
reproach.…<strong>The</strong>re is no need<br />
<strong>for</strong> discussion, it is simply<br />
the best.”<br />
—Home Entertainment<br />
“A life-changing experience…”<br />
—<strong>The</strong> Absolute <strong>Sound</strong><br />
“…the best AV technology<br />
that money can buy… a<br />
benchmark to which all others<br />
can be judged.”<br />
—Audio & Video Lifestyle<br />
Meridian has established an unequalled reputation <strong>for</strong> outstanding use of digital audio<br />
and DSP (Digital Signal Processing) technology in our products.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 861, rated Class ‘AAA’ by Stereophile Guide to Home <strong>The</strong>ater, inherits Meridian’s<br />
original Surround DSP pedigree and adds to it significant additional DSP power, a higher<br />
degree of control sophistication and outstanding audio and conversion stages.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 861’s card-based architecture also brings the potential <strong>for</strong> handling more than 8<br />
channels and <strong>for</strong> decoding future surround <strong>for</strong>mats.<br />
Of course, 861 makes a perfect front end <strong>for</strong> the ‘Class A’ rated Meridian Digital<br />
<strong>The</strong>atre, where the 861 can receive super-high-resolution digital signals in MHR<br />
SmartLink <strong>for</strong>mat from a Meridian optical disc transport such as the companion 800.<br />
Movie sound<br />
Dolby Digital (AC-3) is the most common sound <strong>for</strong>mat on DVD (and LaserDisc, <strong>for</strong><br />
which an optional demodulator card is available). <strong>The</strong> unique Meridian Dolby Digital<br />
decoder delivers the highest-quality sound of which this <strong>for</strong>mat is capable, and passes<br />
the most extreme tests. <strong>The</strong> 861 also decodes DTS signals from DVD – as well as DTS surround<br />
CDs and LaserDiscs. MPEG Surround is another audio <strong>for</strong>mat <strong>for</strong> DVD, satellite<br />
broadcasts and computer multimedia, and the MPEG decoder provided in 861 is the<br />
best sounding so far.<br />
Music <strong>for</strong>mats<br />
Meridian’s 861 uses carefully crafted processing to get the maximum benefit from highprecision<br />
PCM inputs. <strong>The</strong> 861 accepts multiple input channels of 24-bit, 96kHz sampling<br />
PCM, and gives the maximum resolution on these signals. <strong>The</strong> processor also per<strong>for</strong>ms<br />
high-resolution up-sampling on signals coming in at lower sampling rates, de-jittering<br />
them and significantly improving their audio quality.<br />
What makes 861 so special?<br />
<strong>The</strong> single most important feature in all our DSP products – including the 861 – is the<br />
incredibly high standard we set <strong>for</strong> sonic per<strong>for</strong>mance.<br />
Another differentiating feature is that instead of using chips that have their firmware<br />
irrevocably ‘burned into’ them, Meridian’s signal processing is software based, and<br />
there<strong>for</strong>e can be improved or modified in future. For example, Dolby and DTS encoding,<br />
and THX specifications have advanced a great deal since the initial standards were<br />
set; DVD-Audio also brings new requirements. Meridian’s solution gives the customer<br />
exceptional value over the years to come – a Meridian 800 Series system does not go<br />
out of date.<br />
“…the most flexible and<br />
capable device in audio.<br />
…it offers as much insurance<br />
against the winds of<br />
technological change as is<br />
possible. It’s a <strong>for</strong>midable<br />
machine.”<br />
—Stereophile<br />
www.meridian-audio.com<br />
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Most important, however, is the provision of improved sound by fitting a highly accurate,<br />
24-bit decoding algorithm right at the heart of the world’s best sounding surround<br />
decoder. Crude solutions – like outboard decoders with six analogue outputs, or<br />
multiple plug-in third-party decoder cards – can never remotely approach the sound,<br />
function or facilities of the fully-integrated Meridian 861 architecture.<br />
System integration<br />
With the profusion of <strong>for</strong>mats that may appear at the inputs of a decoder, there is<br />
room <strong>for</strong> confusion. However, the 861 continually monitors the digital input and automatically<br />
loads the correct decoding software <strong>for</strong> the <strong>for</strong>mat, speaker layout and<br />
encoding of the incoming signal. This capability is enhanced by MHR SmartLink, which<br />
provides a digital link between a Meridian optical disc player and processor, carrying<br />
explicit in<strong>for</strong>mation about the nature of the datastream as well as encrypted high-resolution<br />
digital signals from DVD-Audio – the first system of its kind to be approved.<br />
You can also store separate user parameters <strong>for</strong> each source (such as DVD) depending<br />
on whether the incoming signal is stereo or surround.<br />
THX? Naturally!<br />
New THX specifications like Ultra 2 have a huge amount to offer in the multichannel<br />
surround replay environment. <strong>The</strong> 861 has all the signal processing in place to comply<br />
with the latest THX requirements. <strong>The</strong> front channels carry re-equalisation; the surrounds<br />
use a timbre-match curve and a sophisticated de-correlation technique.<br />
Bass management and protection<br />
Movie signals have the potential to require a 12dB increase in bass power handling in a<br />
system. Not only can the LFE (Low-Frequency Effects – the ‘0.1’ in ‘5.1’) channel convey<br />
10dB more bass, but potentially this can coincide with full bass level in the other five<br />
channels. Although the Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG encoders limit the total bass level<br />
to +15dB, the resulting bass energy can still be incredibly demanding <strong>for</strong> even the very<br />
best systems – and equally important – may be disastrous <strong>for</strong> other, less capable, speakers.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian 861 incorporates a highly sophisticated series of bass protection schemes<br />
<strong>for</strong> Digital Surround <strong>for</strong>mats. <strong>The</strong> user can control the overall amount of LFE added in.<br />
In addition, the 861 has a bass limiting function (adjusted in Setup) which limits the<br />
total amount of bass passed to the system.<br />
As well as the overall bass protection, the 861 can monitor all speaker feeds. A sophisticated<br />
DSP function determines how hard each individual speaker is working and compares<br />
that to a capacity rating measured <strong>for</strong> each speaker when the system is installed,<br />
by means of a calibration routine that actually tests the speaker’s capabilities. If the signal<br />
demands more bass than a speaker can supply, a proprietary, psychoacoustically<br />
optimised limiting filter momentarily and elegantly reduces the load on that speaker.<br />
This unique protection method means you can get the most out of all the speakers in<br />
the room without any fear of damage or unpleasant overload noises.<br />
Sample rates and de-Jittering<br />
<strong>The</strong> 861 embodies the very latest developments in digital audio, including high samplerate<br />
capability throughout and DVD-Audio digital interfacing at up to 192kHz.<br />
Meridian, famous <strong>for</strong> their smooth-sounding digital-audio components, have made a<br />
major breakthrough with a memory-based de-jittering system that renders the processor<br />
almost entirely immune to input-signal quality – making it by far the sweetest and<br />
most open sounding controller that Meridian has built to date. Digital inputs such as<br />
Compact Disc and Dolby Digital (if derived from an 800 or 598 with digital outputs) are<br />
upsampled to 24-bit, 96kHz sampling and de-jittered by a powerful 150MIPS DSP<br />
processor and FIFO memory buffer, while analogue signals are transferred into the digital<br />
domain via superb-quality high-sample-rate 24-bit Delta-Sigma A/D converters.<br />
861 Overview<br />
<strong>The</strong> architecture of the 861 allows <strong>for</strong> wide flexibility – future sources, <strong>for</strong>mats and features<br />
can be handled by upgrading software and/or cards.<br />
Inputs<br />
<strong>The</strong> 861 is a full-system controller preamp that provides seamless control of up to 12<br />
analogue or digital audio, and up to 12 video, sources. <strong>The</strong> Tape cards provide additional<br />
internal A/D and D/A converters to give full support <strong>for</strong> both tape recorders and an<br />
extensive 2- and 3-zone multiroom capability in analogue or digital <strong>for</strong>mats.<br />
By providing digital as well as analogue inputs, the 861 can give radically higher sound<br />
quality <strong>for</strong> sources that are originally digital – like CD, DVD and especially DVD-Audio.<br />
As well as accepting multichannel digital audio, the 861 will handle SPDIF-encoded<br />
Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG from sources like DVD, Satellite and LaserDisc.<br />
Processing<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian 861 is a digital processor and all signals are handled within the digital<br />
domain. <strong>The</strong> processing engine can consist of between 2 and 10 modular processor<br />
cards, each offering an astonishing 300 MIPS of processing power and housing multiple<br />
ultra-fast 48-bit processors with high-speed cache memory.<br />
861<br />
Reference Digital Surround Processor<br />
Version 4 with Room Correction<br />
www.meridian-audio.com<br />
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In each DSP core, the incoming signals are processed using a variety of proprietary algorithms<br />
and up to a dozen output signals are generated. <strong>The</strong>se signals can be used to<br />
feed a number of speaker layouts, ranging from 2- to 9-speaker stereo/surround with<br />
multiple subwoofers (with adjustable crossover parameters).<br />
<strong>The</strong> on-board algorithms include Meridian’s own highly transparent Dolby Pro Logic II<br />
and Dolby Digital implementations, MPEG Surround, DTS, THX extensions, TV Logic and<br />
a variety of award-winning music programs including Trifield and Ambisonics.<br />
Room Correction<br />
From Version 4 onwards, Meridian’s 861 offers a powerful additional feature: Meridian<br />
Room Correction. <strong>The</strong> Room Correction system employs a special computer program<br />
that uses the 861 to measure a room’s resonances with a simple microphone. It then<br />
computes digital filters to control the resonances, or “modes”, and uploads them to the<br />
861, where different sets of filters can be associated with different loudspeaker layouts<br />
and profiles. <strong>The</strong> result is a dramatic improvement in the sound of a listening room.<br />
Outputs<br />
<strong>The</strong> 861’s outputs can be provided as digital signals to feed Meridian DSP Loudspeakers,<br />
or as variable analogue outputs using a proprietary on-board 24-bit resolution D/A conversion<br />
method – or as a mixture of both.<br />
Video control and OSD<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian 861 provides broadcast-grade video switching options <strong>for</strong> monitors, projectors<br />
and video tape routing. <strong>The</strong> comprehensive setup and customisation facilities<br />
allow the user to link any video and audio combination to the 12 sources (accessed<br />
from Source switching on the front panel or the remote control).<br />
In addition to providing high-quality video switching, the 861 has the ability to give<br />
‘help’ and ‘system control’ feedback in<strong>for</strong>mation via an On-Screen Display.<br />
Video <strong>for</strong>mats supported via optional cards include Composite, S-Video, Component<br />
(interlaced and de-interlaced/progressive) and RGB.<br />
Standard and optional cards<br />
Each 861 – available as a table-top box, or in a rack-mountable version with or without<br />
cover – is factory fitted with a backplane that has slots <strong>for</strong> both digital audio and video<br />
cards, a highly sophisticated power supply and a selection of 800 Series cards, the total<br />
number of these being dependent on the combination being installed.<br />
<strong>The</strong> following cards are fitted as standard inside a Meridian 861:<br />
CO00: Control computer card. Complete with Flash memory, RS232 port <strong>for</strong> control<br />
and status, 3 x configurable trigger outputs and Meridian Comms.<br />
CD20 & EF20: Internal (no rear panel) 48-bit DSP cards each containing two Motorola<br />
56367 chips running in dual precision mode, each card offering 300 MIPS (million<br />
instructions per second) capability.<br />
IE42: Digital Input/Output with 6 x S/PDIF (IEC1937) coax inputs, 1 TOSLink optical<br />
digital input, multiple input options. Includes 150 MIPS DSP de-jittering facility<br />
and upsampling to 24-bit, 96kHz sampling. 2 x 2-channel S/PDIF outputs.<br />
IA00: Analogue Input with 6 pairs of analogue input on RCA phono connectors, with<br />
super-quality A/D conversion.<br />
To provide audio outputs, one digital output card or two analogue output cards must<br />
be fitted. <strong>The</strong> list of available cards (see price list <strong>for</strong> updates) includes:<br />
OE12 Digital Output: 4 x coaxial <strong>for</strong> Meridian DSP Speakers only<br />
SL00 Slave Patch: 4 x DIN 180 <strong>for</strong> Meridian DSP Speakers only<br />
OA03 Analogue Output: 4 x unbalanced 192kHz-capable on RCA<br />
OA13 Analogue Output: 4 x balanced 192kHz-capable on XLR<br />
IA10 Analogue Input: 2 pairs balanced on XLR (IA00 required)<br />
IA20 Analogue Input: 3 pairs unbalanced on RCA (IA00 required)<br />
IA30 Phono Input Moving Coil: 1 pair unbalanced on RCA (IA00 required)<br />
IA35 Phono Input Moving Magnet: 1 pair unbalanced on RCA (IA00 required)<br />
IA40 Multi-channel Analogue Input: 2 x 6 discrete channels on RCA<br />
IA45 Multi-channel Analogue Input: 6 discrete 96/24 channels on RCA<br />
ID20 Digital Input: 2 x coaxial, 2 x Toslink optical<br />
ID25 Digital Input: 4 x Toslink optical<br />
ID30 Digital Input: 3 x AES/EBU on XLR, 1 x AT&T<br />
VS00 Video Card: 4 composite, 4 S-video, tape and monitor<br />
VS10 Video Card: 8 S in, S and composite. out with S to C conversion<br />
VS20 Video Card: 1 component in and out <strong>for</strong> on-screen display<br />
VS40 Video Card: 8 composite in, with tape and monitor<br />
VS50 Video Card: 3 component in and 1 out on BNC<br />
TP00 Tape Output: 2 pairs unbalanced on RCA, 1 x headphone out<br />
RF00 LD Input: 1 x RF RCA, 1 x digital coax on RCA, 1 x Toslink optical<br />
861<br />
Reference Digital Surround Processor<br />
Version 4 with Room Correction<br />
Room Correction<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Stonehill<br />
Stukeley Meadows<br />
Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6EX<br />
England<br />
T +44 (0) 1480 445678<br />
F +44 (0) 1480 445686<br />
Meridian America Inc<br />
3800 Camp Creek Parkway<br />
Building 2400 Suite 122<br />
Atlanta GA 30331<br />
T +1 (404) 344 7111<br />
F +1 (404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com<br />
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Version 1.0 09/2008<br />
810 Reference Video System<br />
10-megapixel digital projector & scaler<br />
Product highlights<br />
10 megapixel (4096 x 2400) Ultra<br />
High Definition display derived from<br />
three 1.27in diagonal 4096 x 2400<br />
D-ILA chips <strong>for</strong> smooth, flicker-free,<br />
beyond-cinema-quality images<br />
Light output up to 4000 lumens<br />
delivers SMPTE cinema reference<br />
level <strong>for</strong> reflected light (16 foot-<br />
Lamberts) from grey or white screens<br />
Native 10,000:1 contrast with organic<br />
polarization grid <strong>for</strong> superb shadow<br />
detail and true blacks<br />
Painstakingly calibrated at Meridian’s<br />
dedicated facilities over a period of<br />
four days using exclusive calibration<br />
technology developed by William<br />
Phelps. Separate calibration <strong>for</strong> SD<br />
and HD sources<br />
System includes both projector<br />
and specially-designed scaler <strong>for</strong><br />
480i–1080p inputs<br />
For over ten years, Meridian has been<br />
developing and manufacturing award-winning<br />
video products – from DVD players to<br />
projectors – that, together with the company’s<br />
advanced digital audio components, create<br />
the Meridian Digital <strong>The</strong>atre, offering the<br />
highest quality reproduction of both image<br />
and sound.<br />
Now, Meridian takes the next step towards<br />
perfecting the home viewing experience<br />
with the introduction of the Meridian 810<br />
Reference Video System.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 810 system comprises two primary<br />
elements: the Ultra High Definition 810<br />
Reference Video Projector, an entirely new<br />
D-ILA-based digital projector offering a<br />
previously impossible 10 megapixels –<br />
exceeding the resolution even of commercial<br />
digital cinema projectors – and the 810<br />
Reference Video Scaler, a special processor<br />
designed to optimise the imaging of HD<br />
and standard resolution inputs <strong>for</strong> the vast<br />
new possibilities offered by a 10 megapixel<br />
projection environment.<br />
<strong>The</strong> result is a system that, Meridian believes,<br />
represents the most realistic home theatre<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance in the world.<br />
Using a brand new light engine, the Meridian<br />
810 Reference Video Projector offers<br />
an effective resolution of 4096 x 2400<br />
pixels, or 9,830,400 pixels. In comparison,<br />
a conventional HDTV image at 720p<br />
represents just one megapixel, while full-spec<br />
HD (1080p) is still only twice that.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian 810 Reference Video Projector<br />
also has extremely high light output capability.<br />
Powered by a PKI Xenon lamp, the projector<br />
is capable of delivering up to 4000 lumens,<br />
enough to light even the very largest grey<br />
or white screen to the SMPTE standard<br />
Hollywood reference level of 16 foot-<br />
Lamberts reflected light.<br />
In addition, the projector has a native contrast<br />
ratio of 10,000:1, ensuring that even in<br />
the most difficult scenes, such as those<br />
combining bright light and shadow, detail is<br />
never lost.<br />
High per<strong>for</strong>mance interchangeable<br />
lenses: short, medium and long-throw<br />
package systems include motorised<br />
2.35:1 (Cinemascope®) anamorphic<br />
lens; very short-throw package<br />
available <strong>for</strong> back-projection and<br />
simulator applications<br />
This is a preliminary document and all<br />
contents are subject to change.<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road, Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE, UK<br />
T +44(0)1480 445678<br />
F +44(0)1480 445686<br />
E info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Meridian America Inc.<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849, USA<br />
T +1(404) 344 7111<br />
F +1(404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
810 Reference Video System<br />
10-megapixel digital projector & scaler<br />
Calibration: the key to quality<br />
Trained staff at Meridian’s dedicated facilities<br />
individually calibrate each projector in a<br />
procedure that takes over four days to<br />
complete, mainly as a result of the sheer<br />
number of pixels to be calibrated. Different<br />
calibration steps require different groupings<br />
of pixels to be considered: <strong>for</strong> example flat<br />
field calibration is carried out <strong>for</strong> every group<br />
of four adjacent pixels; other parameters<br />
may require adjustment at the individual pixel<br />
level. <strong>The</strong> 810’s calibration technology was<br />
developed exclusively <strong>for</strong> Meridian by William<br />
Phelps.<br />
It is not sufficient to calibrate a projector<br />
in isolation – especially one that offers<br />
such a high-resolution, high-quality image.<br />
Instead, the projector and its accompanying<br />
scaler are considered as a complete,<br />
indivisible system – <strong>for</strong> example, different<br />
calibration procedures are carried out to<br />
suit Standard and High Definition signals;<br />
the scaler determines the signal <strong>for</strong>mat<br />
and automatically activates the appropriate<br />
calibration profiles in the projector.<br />
In addition, calibration bears in mind the<br />
conditions in the viewing environment. <strong>The</strong><br />
aim of a projector is not to get the maximum<br />
light on to the screen: on the contrary, most<br />
dedicated home cinema rooms are darkened,<br />
and it is all too easy, with a powerful<br />
projection system, to get an image that is too<br />
bright – which apart from losing visual detail<br />
can lead to a tiring viewing experience.<br />
<strong>The</strong> correct approach is to standardise the<br />
amount of light reflected from the screen.<br />
This is the method employed by the Society<br />
of Motion Picture and Television Engineers<br />
(SMPTE), and used throughout the film<br />
industry. <strong>The</strong>ir standard requires a light<br />
level of a nominal16 foot-Lamberts to be<br />
810 Projector<br />
Outline Technical Specification<br />
All in<strong>for</strong>mation is subject to revision<br />
Display device<br />
• Aspect ratio 17:10 (Approx.)<br />
• Display size (diagonal) 1.27”<br />
• Effective Resolution 4096 x 2400<br />
Lamp<br />
• PKI Xenon<br />
• Output up to 4000 lumens/825W<br />
• Power output determined by calibration<br />
process <strong>for</strong> the application<br />
• Accumulated lamp time counter and<br />
lamp replacement warning<br />
Projection Lenses<br />
• Several lens options available from very short<br />
throw (back-projection) to long throw<br />
• Anamorphic 2.35:1 (Cinemascope ® )<br />
capability<br />
Optical system<br />
• ON/OFF contrast 10,000:1 (typical)<br />
• ANSI contrast 300:1 (typical)<br />
• Peripheral brightness > 80%<br />
Installation capability<br />
• Vertical ±90 degrees<br />
• Horizontal ±5 degrees<br />
• Noise level
810 Reference Video System<br />
10-megapixel digital projector & scaler<br />
810 Scaler<br />
Outline Technical Specification<br />
All in<strong>for</strong>mation is subject to revision<br />
Supported <strong>for</strong>mats<br />
• Input <strong>for</strong>mats: RGB 480i, 576i, 720p,<br />
1080i,1080p; 24/48/50/60 f/s<br />
• Output <strong>for</strong>mats: up to 4096 x 2400 to<br />
drive projector inputs<br />
Processor technology<br />
• Multiple Marvell Qdeo video processors<br />
under microprocessor control<br />
it will be used. <strong>The</strong> installation contractor<br />
provides Meridian with full details of the<br />
operating environment including the<br />
specifications and colour of the screen (the<br />
810 will support both grey and white screens,<br />
though the latter is recommended), as the<br />
reflected light level depends on several<br />
factors, including the throw length and<br />
the gain of the screen, as well as the light<br />
brightness. <strong>The</strong> 810 light output is controlled<br />
as part of a calibration process that meets<br />
international cinema standards every step of<br />
the way.<br />
<strong>The</strong> calibration of the 810 projector is<br />
there<strong>for</strong>e part of an integrated installation<br />
and configuration process, including every<br />
aspect of the home cinema environment.<br />
Calibration is often a multi-dimensional<br />
process. For example, a conventional setup<br />
approach simply aligns a projector’s white<br />
reference to a given colour temperature.<br />
But colour temperature alone does not tell<br />
you how accurate the colour rendering is.<br />
Only one point in the colour measurement<br />
coordinate system (D65) is actually correct –<br />
and our projectors are calibrated specifically<br />
to that point. <strong>The</strong> optimisation process<br />
provides both accurate colour temperature<br />
and Gamma tracking.<br />
Similarly, it is not enough just to set up a<br />
projector to give a uni<strong>for</strong>mly white screen at<br />
full output. It has to remain uni<strong>for</strong>m across<br />
different luminance levels. In the 810, the flat<br />
field uni<strong>for</strong>mity is superbly aligned <strong>for</strong> virtually<br />
zero deviation <strong>for</strong> an extraordinarily wide<br />
range of luminance values.<br />
<strong>The</strong> fundamental intention behind the<br />
Meridian 810 Reference Video System is to<br />
give you, the viewer, the impression of looking<br />
through a window into the cinematographer’s<br />
world, with all its detail and threedimensionality:<br />
and calibration is an important<br />
part of achieving that goal.<br />
If you <strong>for</strong>get that you are looking at a screen<br />
illuminated by a complex chain of art and<br />
technology, and instead are connected<br />
directly to the film-maker’s visual imagination,<br />
then – and only then – have we truly<br />
succeeded. And this is exactly what you<br />
will experience with the 810. At last, the<br />
cinematographer’s dream is realised.<br />
810 Scaler completes the system<br />
To display an image with a resolution of<br />
10 megapixels requires some very special<br />
scaling. To meet this requirement, Meridian<br />
has developed the 810 Reference Video<br />
Scaler.<br />
Where some scaling technologies still<br />
rely on copying adjacent pixels to handle<br />
upconversion, the 810 scaler is fully<br />
interpolative, and offers a significantly<br />
higher level of processing. A brand new<br />
design, featuring Marvell’s powerful Qdeo ®<br />
processing technology, the scaler converts<br />
any digital source (480i to 1080p) up to full<br />
10 megapixel resolution. Its quiet and natural<br />
video processing produces images that<br />
are free from noise and devoid of artefacts<br />
whether operating in 4:3, 16:9 or 2.35:1<br />
modes.<br />
Connections<br />
• HDMI In<br />
• DVI in<br />
• Quad DVI Out<br />
• RS232 Projector socket<br />
• RS232 Control socket<br />
• Maintenance RS232 socket <strong>for</strong> firmware<br />
upgrades<br />
• USB port <strong>for</strong> firmware upgrades via<br />
memory stick<br />
• Meridian Comms BNC<br />
• Ethernet port (RJ45) allows access to<br />
inbuilt web server <strong>for</strong> configuration<br />
• IR sensor port <strong>for</strong> connection of G12<br />
remote sensor<br />
• Trigger output x 3: one controls<br />
anamorphic lens slide; others user<br />
configurable<br />
Controls<br />
• Reset, Home and More front panel<br />
buttons<br />
• Soft Buttons x 5: take on different<br />
functions according to context, eg Setup,<br />
Projector Settings, Scaler Settings etc.<br />
Enclosure<br />
• 2U, 19in rack mounting, uni<strong>for</strong>m with C<br />
Series<br />
• 17.25 x 13.5 x 3.5in / 437 x 343 x<br />
87mm (W D H) approx, not including<br />
protuberances
810 Reference Video System<br />
10-megapixel digital projector & scaler<br />
<strong>The</strong> 810 scaler includes a new class<br />
of adaptive video <strong>for</strong>mat conversion<br />
technologies, accepting video resolutions<br />
from 480i to 1080p, 24–60 frames per<br />
second.<br />
Incorporated in the technology is a<br />
complete set of noise and artefact<br />
reduction technologies. Per-pixel noise and<br />
compression artefact reduction removes<br />
noise typically inherent in digital video, while<br />
per-pixel motion-adaptive 3-D de-interlacing<br />
removes jaggies and eliminates feathering.<br />
Marvell’s Adaptive Contrast Enhancement<br />
(ACE) and Intelligent Color Remapping (ICR)<br />
render rich and vivid images, optimising<br />
texture, detail, edges, contrast and colour,<br />
providing a consistent, immersive viewing<br />
experience <strong>for</strong> all types of content.<br />
Projector and scaler are operated as a<br />
single system. Serial data commands<br />
flow between the two units to select the<br />
appropriate projection and image processing<br />
parameters at both ends of the chain, so that<br />
the image will always be at its best, whether<br />
it is receiving it from DVD, HDTV, Blu-ray<br />
Disc or alternative sources. <strong>The</strong> projector is<br />
also configured from the scaler interface,<br />
which includes a built-in configuration web<br />
server, accessed via the scaler’s Ethernet<br />
connection.<br />
<strong>The</strong> scaler accepts both HDMI and DVI<br />
inputs and delivers a quad DVI path to<br />
the projector. In addition the unit features<br />
Meridian comms <strong>for</strong> full integration with a<br />
Meridian Digital <strong>The</strong>atre system, RS232<br />
and USB maintenance ports <strong>for</strong> firmware<br />
upgrades (the latter allowing an update to be<br />
loaded via a memory stick) and an RS232<br />
connection to the projector.<br />
<strong>The</strong> scaler is a rack-mounting unit in the<br />
same style as Meridian’s existing C Series of<br />
installation products and includes a vacuum<br />
fluorescent front-panel display with soft<br />
buttons that can be used to operate and<br />
configure the unit. Modelled on Meridian’s<br />
successful G Series user interface, the<br />
display labels the buttons according to<br />
context.<br />
Complete projection systems<br />
<strong>The</strong> Meridian 810 Reference Video System<br />
is available as a package consisting of<br />
both projector and scaler, which will not be<br />
available separately. Four different packages<br />
are offered, featuring lens systems with<br />
differing throw lengths. Short, Medium and<br />
Long-Throw packages include a special<br />
motorized 2.35:1 (Cinemascope®) lens<br />
assembly, while a Very Short Throw package,<br />
designed <strong>for</strong> back-projection and simulator<br />
applications, will also be available.<br />
See separate sheets <strong>for</strong> dimensioned<br />
drawings and RS232 communications codes.<br />
Lens in<strong>for</strong>mation to follow<br />
810DS-ENG v1.0 • REƒ • 20080915
808.2<br />
Signature Reference Compact Disc Player<br />
Product highlights<br />
Highest quality CD player ever offered<br />
by Meridian<br />
Unique new proprietary filter with<br />
‘apodizing’ per<strong>for</strong>mance realises the<br />
promise of Compact Disc<br />
New, improved DSP, CPU, clocking,<br />
decoding, buffering and analogue<br />
circuitry<br />
SpeakerLink RJ45 single-wire audio/<br />
control interfacing capability<br />
808.2 Player-only version, or 808.2i<br />
Player/Preamplifier version including<br />
built-in stereo preamp functionality<br />
Meridian is the acknowledged leader in<br />
high-per<strong>for</strong>mance Compact Disc playback,<br />
and has held that pre-eminent position since<br />
the release of the world’s first audiophile CD<br />
player, the MCD, in 1984. Over the last two<br />
decades, Meridian has introduced no less<br />
than two dozen CD player models, each one<br />
better than the last; each one redefining the<br />
state of the Compact Disc art.<br />
This steady process of improving CD<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance has been recognized by more<br />
than 50 awards and has made Meridian<br />
absolutely synonymous with the very best in<br />
Compact Disc.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 808 was introduced in 2004 to<br />
immediate acclaim. Meridian hailed it as the<br />
best CD player they had ever made. But,<br />
since then, developments in technology and<br />
innovations conceived in Meridian’s own R&D<br />
laboratories have made it possible to better<br />
even the best.<br />
Now, Meridian introduces the 808.2: a proud<br />
member of the 800 Reference Series and one<br />
specifically developed to render the ultimate<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance possible today from the CD<br />
medium.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 808 was the best CD player we had<br />
ever made – until the 808.2. For a quarter<br />
of a century, Meridian has been making the<br />
finest audiophile CD players. And now, with<br />
the 808.2, we have made our best ever.<br />
Meridian has been deeply involved in<br />
developing technologies <strong>for</strong> higher quality<br />
sound and <strong>for</strong> higher resolution delivery.<br />
In fact, our technology was chosen to give<br />
the ultimate sound on DVD and blue-laser<br />
<strong>for</strong>mats.<br />
But, <strong>for</strong> a music lover the over-riding factors<br />
in selecting content are first the catalogue,<br />
then quality and finally convenience.<br />
CD has an amazing depth of catalogue,<br />
and if you are looking <strong>for</strong> a piece of music,<br />
chances are that it’s on Compact Disc, and<br />
that you have a choice of recordings. You<br />
may find a download, but the quality or value<br />
will likely be lower and no matter how fine<br />
a new niche <strong>for</strong>mat may sound, if the music<br />
you want isn’t available, then it has only<br />
passing interest.<br />
All the more reason, then, to continue our<br />
quest to make Compact Disc sound the<br />
very best it can. 808.2 inherits Meridian’s<br />
25-year tradition of award-winning players,<br />
yet sets a whole new benchmark.<br />
S/PDIF coaxial and RJ45 balanced<br />
(AES/EBU) digital outputs <strong>for</strong><br />
connection to Meridian DSP<br />
Loudspeakers or controllers<br />
Balanced and unbalanced<br />
analogue outputs, fixed or variable <strong>for</strong><br />
connection to preamp or power amp<br />
Meridian Audio Limited<br />
Latham Road, Huntingdon<br />
Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE, UK<br />
T +44(0)1480 445678<br />
F +44(0)1480 445686<br />
E info@meridian-audio.com<br />
Meridian America Inc.<br />
8055 Troon Circle, Suite C<br />
Austell, GA 30168-7849, USA<br />
T +1(404) 344 7111<br />
F +1(404) 346 7111<br />
www.meridian-audio.com
1984<br />
Meridian MCD and Pro-MCD<br />
Meridian’s first CD player, the MCD, based<br />
on a Philips chassis with completely custom<br />
analogue circuitry, was the world’s first<br />
audiophile CD Player. Its successor, the<br />
Pro-MCD shown here, included a separate<br />
custom-designed power supply, DAC and<br />
oscillator, mounted underneath the transport.<br />
1985<br />
Meridian invents the CD Transport<br />
<strong>The</strong> idea of separating the transport from<br />
the rest of the player – to minimise jitter<br />
and other distortion from the mechanism<br />
– was developed to produce the world’s<br />
first separate Transport/DAC product – the<br />
critically-acclaimed 200/203 shown here.<br />
1989<br />
Meridian 208 CD Player<br />
<strong>The</strong> highly successful 200 Series included<br />
several CD players. Using different DACs as the<br />
technology developed, the 208 was a landmark<br />
in Meridian’s CD player development, with up<br />
to 20-bit conversion capability and preamplifier<br />
functionality.<br />
1991<br />
Meridian 602 Transport<br />
and 601 DSP Preamplifier<br />
<strong>The</strong> 600 Series was highly regarded by<br />
reviewers and owners alike, especially the<br />
602 transport and its companion 601 DSP<br />
Preamplifier, 603 Digital Control Unit or<br />
606 DAC.<br />
1993<br />
508 – Compact Disc Classic<br />
<strong>The</strong> 500 Series, launched in 1993, developed<br />
into a full range of audio/video products,<br />
including Meridian’s first DVD player, the 596,<br />
in 1997. Meanwhile, from 1994 onwards, the<br />
508 set the standard <strong>for</strong> CD until the advent of<br />
the G08 in 2003.<br />
2004<br />
Meridian 800 Reference Series<br />
Originally a superb DVD player, the Meridian<br />
800 has developed to become one of the most<br />
highly-specified optical disc players in the<br />
world. From its impeccable pedigree came<br />
the original 808 Signature Reference CD<br />
player, and now the 808.2 – the highest quality<br />
Compact Disc player Meridian has ever built.<br />
808.2<br />
Signature Reference Compact Disc Player<br />
Meridian: CD Innovator<br />
Of all manufacturers, Meridian has the<br />
longest history of high-per<strong>for</strong>mance CD<br />
players. Meridian’s first CD player, MCD,<br />
was introduced almost a quarter of a<br />
century ago. MCD sounded radically better<br />
than anything else available, and still stands<br />
comparison with many so-called audiophile<br />
designs of today.<br />
In the intervening years, Meridian has<br />
relentlessly pursued the path of making<br />
better and better CD players, introducing<br />
more than 25 models – each one better<br />
than the one be<strong>for</strong>e. Every model has<br />
received critical acclaim, and we have<br />
gathered more than 50 awards <strong>for</strong> our CD<br />
players.<br />
Over the years we have researched,<br />
pioneered and ultimately mastered the<br />
art of refinement of every aspect of CD<br />
playback. We showed how jitter was a<br />
major challenge to audio quality – indeed,<br />
Meridian was the first company to isolate<br />
jitter, as far back as 1984.<br />
Our technologies include advanced servo<br />
implementations, unique power supply<br />
designs, significant innovations in the digital<br />
arena and, of course, peerless analogue<br />
sections. Meridian also pioneered the idea<br />
that special disc navigation could improve<br />
the playback quality on difficult discs (such<br />
as those with fingerprints, scratches or<br />
manufacturing defects). Our players also<br />
benefited from digital output capabilities.<br />
Meridian was also the first company to offer<br />
a 2-box solution (utilising an outboard DAC),<br />
and has developed special phase-locked<br />
loops and FIFO buffers to produce the very<br />
best result in such systems – including of<br />
course our preferred system, a CD player<br />
directly connected to a pair of Meridian<br />
DSP loudspeakers.<br />
Meridian has also offered its technologies<br />
<strong>for</strong> the mastering of Compact Discs. Some<br />
of the highest quality recordings have been<br />
made using our 607 A/D converter, while<br />
even more have used the 618 Mastering<br />
Processor to maximise the dynamic range<br />
on disc. Top recording studios tend to use<br />
a Meridian player <strong>for</strong> checking, and over the<br />
years a Meridian CD player has become<br />
synonymous with the best sound, and ‘a<br />
reference’. This is a reputation we cherish,<br />
and one which we aim to defend by making<br />
each player better than the one be<strong>for</strong>e.
808.2<br />
Signature Reference Compact Disc Player<br />
<strong>The</strong> press on Meridian’s CD players…<br />
Meridian CD Player<br />
“…a breakthrough <strong>for</strong> CD players. …[<strong>Sound</strong>stage] is<br />
where the Meridian renders the competition irrelevant<br />
and worthless.”<br />
—<strong>The</strong> Absolute <strong>Sound</strong>, Winter 1985<br />
Meridian Pro-MCD<br />
“I suspect that [the Meridian Pro-MCD] will be the first<br />
CD player to be regarded as a ‘classic’!”<br />
—Hi-Fi News & Record Review, Feb 1986<br />
Meridian 207<br />
“<strong>The</strong> original Pro-MCD set the benchmark in its day,<br />
but the 207-Pro was the radical step, placing Meridian<br />
<strong>for</strong> all time in the CD player hall of fame.”<br />
—Hi-Fi Choice, June 1990<br />
“<strong>The</strong>re is nothing else on the market remotely like the<br />
Meridian 207… It is…one of the finest-sounding CD<br />
players on the market.”<br />
—Sydney Morning Herald, Aug 1988<br />
Meridian 602/606<br />
“In Meridian we might be looking at a company that<br />
has a real contribution to make towards raising CD<br />
per<strong>for</strong>mance.”<br />
—Audiophile, June 1991<br />
“…the 602 [via the 606] was damn near impossible to<br />
fault… Its resolution of the subtlest treble details was<br />
intricate to the point of being exquisite… the 602/606<br />
turned out to be a very ‘special’ combination.”<br />
—Hi-Fi Choice, July 1991<br />
Meridian 508<br />
“…the Meridian 508.24…the world’s best single-box<br />
player and used as a reference machine by renowned<br />
US publication Stereophile… brings out aspects of<br />
music that most players can merely hint at…”<br />
—Audio & Video Lifestyle, 1999<br />
“…the 508.24’s measured per<strong>for</strong>mance reveals that<br />
Bob Stuart and his talented digital design team have<br />
done a fabulous job.”<br />
—Stereophile, May 1998<br />
Meridian 800<br />
“…the 800 is perhaps the finest overall CD player I’ve<br />
ever laid ears on. When you consider that there are<br />
some CD-only players round that demand this outlay,<br />
the price tag doesn’t seem all that eye-watering…<br />
Takes audio to another level…. Without doubt the<br />
finest optical disc playing system we’ve encountered.”<br />
—HiFi World, December 2002<br />
“…I found that the Meridian… was clearly superior…<br />
not just to my reference components, but to any other<br />
CD front ends that I’ve auditioned or reviewed.…<br />
<strong>The</strong> per<strong>for</strong>mance of Meridian’s 800/861 with CDs is<br />
superior to the per<strong>for</strong>mance you get with the great<br />
majority of SACDs<br />
and DVD-As through any player.”<br />
—Absolute <strong>Sound</strong>, December 2003<br />
Meridian 808<br />
“<strong>The</strong> 808 is worth every penny asked <strong>for</strong> it. …this deck<br />
is head and shoulders above almost everything else<br />
I have ever heard. It’s beautiful, well built and sounds<br />
wonderful… After listening to this player <strong>for</strong> the last<br />
three months at least six (sometimes 10-12) hours a<br />
day, I’m still as infatuated with it as the day it arrived.<br />
<strong>The</strong> main thing is that the Meridian 808 is an extremely<br />
musical player that gets it right on all levels.”<br />
—Tone Audio, Issue 8, 2007<br />
Why the 808?<br />
Meridian decided to introduce the 808<br />
Signature Reference Compact Disc Player<br />
<strong>for</strong> several reasons. We have been both<br />
surprised and pleased by increasing<br />
levels of interest in our popular G Series<br />
CD players: this tells us that there is a<br />
strong element of listeners who do not<br />
want pictures or complications attached<br />
to their music enjoyment, and wish to take<br />
advantage of the extensive selection that is<br />
available on no medium, to date, other than<br />
Compact Disc.<br />
Thus the 808.2 is offered as an exquisite<br />
CD-only player, embodying the very best of<br />
our art and technology. And the 808.2 is a<br />
‘signature’ model – each one hand-signed<br />
by Meridian’s founders, Robert Stuart and<br />
Allen Boothroyd.<br />
Meridian’s 808.2 is the latest in a series of<br />
optical disc players that use a speciallyselected<br />
ROM drive <strong>for</strong> reading. <strong>The</strong><br />
ROM drive allows multiple passes to be<br />
made, ensuring that the correct data are<br />
recovered from the disc and improving<br />
Compact Disc’s error-correction a<br />
hundredfold. It also allows complete<br />
buffering of the recovered data.<br />
To ensure the lowest possible jitter, 808.2<br />
incorporates an entirely new clocking<br />
regime and employs three buffers, two of<br />
which are used as FIFOs in a completely<br />
redesigned buffering environment.<br />
By the time the data is passed to the DACs<br />
or the digital output, the jitter is incredibly<br />
low – in fact 808.2 has the lowest jitter<br />
we have ever measured on a CD player:<br />
even better than the original 808’s 90<br />
picoseconds, with the jitter spectrum held<br />
below 0.1Hz.<br />
<strong>The</strong> signal path includes proprietary error<br />
correction and concealment, and Meridian’s<br />
acclaimed ‘Resolution Enhancement’<br />
DSP, in which the original 44.1kHz, 16-bit<br />
audio is upsampled to 176.4kHz, 24-bit in<br />
a new 150MIPs processor operating with<br />
Each 808.2 unit is individually hand-signed by the founders of Meridian,<br />
Bob Stuart and Allen Boothroyd.<br />
48-bit internal precision. This is ‘true’ DSP<br />
upsampling, completely redesigned <strong>for</strong> the<br />
808.2 and unlike anything else available in<br />
the marketplace. This upsampling allows<br />
conversion-related filtering to take place<br />
far above the limits of human hearing, so<br />
there are no artefacts added to the sound –<br />
simply the pure music.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 808.2 employs the latest, exquisite<br />
multi-bit over-sampled delta-sigma D/A<br />
converters, combined with a matching<br />
proprietary analogue output stage of the<br />
highest quality, completely redesigned <strong>for</strong><br />
the 808.2.<br />
Delivering the promise of CD<br />
<strong>The</strong> new model includes many other<br />
new features, including the RJ45-based<br />
SpeakerLink interfacing system, allowing<br />
a direct single-cable link from the 808.2<br />
to Meridian DSP speakers via convenient,<br />
easily-installed CAT-5 cabling. But the<br />
most significant is the new, proprietary<br />
digital filter system developed by Meridian<br />
and included <strong>for</strong> the first time in the new<br />
808.2.<br />
High-resolution audio prefers sample rates<br />
and bit depths higher than the 44.1kHz 16-<br />
bit CD <strong>for</strong>mat. For this reason our top-end<br />
CD players have incorporated resolution<br />
enhancement that includes upsampling.<br />
808.2 perfectly upscales its outputs<br />
to 176.4kHz and 24 bits, significantly<br />
improving the sound.<br />
But upsampling alone cannot improve on<br />
one aspect of CD: the original sampling<br />
rate of the recording. Digital audio captures<br />
sound up to half the sample rate and<br />
you have to filter out any meaningless<br />
in<strong>for</strong>mation above that frequency (22kHz in<br />
the case of CD).<br />
Traditionally, the steep filters required to<br />
do this job have audibly degraded the<br />
sound. <strong>The</strong> earliest analogue filters caused<br />
enormous phase shifts at high frequencies,<br />
and with digital linear-phase filters a big<br />
issue was the introduction of pre-echoes.
808.2<br />
Signature Reference Compact Disc Player<br />
808.2 rear panel – the 808.2i is shown, with analogue and digital inputs<br />
Meridian’s goal was to invent a technology<br />
that stripped away this fundamental<br />
limitation in the making of the CD, taking the<br />
listener right back to the original higherresolution<br />
sound – no mean ambition,<br />
nor a trivial task. But Meridian’s founder,<br />
Bob Stuart, was sure that high-definition<br />
sound could be achieved without excessive<br />
sample rates – if the filters were right.<br />
Bob authored an Audio Engineering Society<br />
paper on high definition audio in 2004 in<br />
which he recommended the development<br />
of ‘apodizing’ filters – filters that were<br />
minimum phase, with no ripple, causing no<br />
pre-echo: and thus offering perfect timing.<br />
He predicted they would even be able to fix<br />
problems in the origination process itself.<br />
Meridian’s research team designed an<br />
exquisite new filter based on this research<br />
– a filter with ‘apodizing-like’ qualities (you<br />
can’t do a true apodizing filter <strong>for</strong> 44.1kHz<br />
sampling) – and its first appearance is<br />
in the 808.2. It needs significant DSP to<br />
deliver, using much of the power of the<br />
player’s 150MIPS main processor. This<br />
filter system is so effective that it can even<br />
correct errors made in the recording or<br />
mastering stage – CDs played back on the<br />
808.2 can sound even better than they did<br />
in the studio!<br />
Bob Harley, editor of <strong>The</strong> Absolute <strong>Sound</strong>,<br />
reported: “CDs played through the 808.2<br />
and the new DSP7200 active DSP<br />
loudspeaker sounded like high-resolution<br />
recordings”. Why not listen <strong>for</strong> yourself?<br />
Additional panel controls are accessed via the front left flap nerxt to the main controls.<br />
Outline Specifications<br />
THD & Noise<br />
• Better than –96dBFS<br />
Mechanism<br />
• Triple-beam laser, multi-speed CD/DVD-ROM<br />
transport<br />
Converters<br />
• 192kHz-capable, 24-bit, Delta Sigma converters<br />
operating at 4 x CD sample rate (176.4kHz)<br />
Stereo Outputs<br />
• Analogue: 1 unbalanced on phono, 1 balanced<br />
on XLR-3M: 2.3V rms fixed/variable, Class A,<br />
47Ω impedance<br />
Digital: coax unbalanced (S/PDIF), RJ45<br />
balanced (AES/EBU) digital interface <strong>for</strong><br />
single-cable connection of other Meridian<br />
equipment. Operating at up to 2 x CD sample<br />
rate (88.2kHz), 24-bit with MHR option.<br />
Stereo Inputs<br />
• (808i only) Analogue: 6 unbalanced on phono.<br />
Digital S/PDIF: 3 coax and 2 Toslink optical<br />
Formats<br />
• CD Audio (CD-DA), CD-R, CD-R/W<br />
Comms<br />
• Two 5-pin 240° DIN sockets <strong>for</strong> Meridian<br />
Comms, and RS232 full remote/configuration<br />
interface. Three programmable 12v trigger<br />
outputs. RJ45 <strong>for</strong> single-cable connection to<br />
other Meridian equipment.<br />
Construction<br />
• Black lacquer or satin silver finish in metal &<br />
glass<br />
Controls<br />
• Front-panel keys <strong>for</strong> Open/Close, Play, Stop,<br />
Pause, Previous, Next, On/Off. Additional<br />
controls behind hinged front access cover<br />
include Repeat, Fast Forward/Reverse, Display,<br />
Mute, Volume Up/Down, Store/Clear; Source.<br />
Full remote control via MSR+, RS232<br />
Display<br />
• 20-character dot matrix display with adjustable<br />
brightness and contrast. Indicators <strong>for</strong> Phase,<br />
Repeat and EQ (emphasis).<br />
Dimensions<br />
• 480mm (18.9in) x 175mm (6.9in) x 411mm<br />
(16.2in) (whd)<br />
Power<br />
• Universal power supply <strong>for</strong> 100–240Vac,<br />
50/60Hz, 25W<br />
808.2DS v2.0 • P88357 • 20080729 REƒ