e i d u g r e s u Meridian 507 Compact Disc Player
Meridian 507 Compact Disc Player User Guide
Sales and service in the UK Meridian Audio Ltd Stonehill Stukeley Meadows Sales and service in the USA Huntingdon PE29 6EX Meridian America Inc England 3800 Camp Creek Parkway Building 2400 Tel (01480) 445678 Suite 122 Fax (01480) 445686 Atlanta GA 30331 World Wide Web http://www.meridian-audio.
Contents Introduction 1 Introduces the 507 compact disc player, and provides an overview of the other products available in the Meridian 500 Using the compact disc player 7 Series. Provides step-by-step instructions on how The Meridian 500 Series ........................ 2 to operate the compact disc player, using Sample configurations ........................... 3 both the front panel and the Meridian Specification and accessories ............... 5 System Remote.
Configuring the compact disc player 23 Explains how to configure the compact disc player to suit the other equipment in your system. Troubleshooting 27 Choosing standard settings ................... 24 Provides suggested solutions to typical Specifying information about problems. your system ........................................... 25 Troubleshooting ..................................... 28 Maintenance .......................................... 30 Service and guarantee ...........................
Introduction The 507 Compact Disc Player combines Meridian’s extensive experience of producing audiophile compact disc players with their experience in applying state-of-the-art digital signal processing techniques to audio equipment, resulting in an outstanding compact disc player that takes full advantage of the capabilities of compact disc. The 507 uses a precision CD-ROM drive, with the data read asynchronously and then triple buffered to isolate output timing from the mechanics of the drive.
The Meridian 500 Series The Meridian 500 Series is a unique system of digital, analogue, 500 Series communications and video components designed to meet the demand for absolute quality, ease of use, and lasting value. The Meridian 500 Series includes a sophisticated communications link, to ensure that any configuration of units The flexibility of the Meridian 500 Series is such that you can will work together as a fully integrated system.
Sample configurations 502 Analogue controller 562 Digital Control Unit DSP5000 507 507 501 DSP5000 556 564 562V.2 The 507 Compact Disc Player provides a precision digital Meridian 556 Stereo Power Amplifier and analogue output, and so is ideal for use with the 562V.2 Multimedia loudspeakers, with control over the volume and source selection Controller. This can also cater for conventional analogue provided by the 501 Analogue Controller.
Meridian Digital Music System DSP5000 DSP5000 Introduction 507 4 The digital output of the 507 Compact Disc Player can be The result is an outstanding music system for those who prefer a connected directly to Meridian DSP loudspeakers, as these minimum of separate units and interconnecting cables. include DSP volume and tone controls.
Specification and accessories Specification Meridian Audio reserves the right to amend product specifications at any time. THD Less than -93dBFS. Noise Less than -93dBFS. Mechanism Three-beam laser. Conversion Dual differential 24-bit Delta Sigma. Display Eight character dot-matrix display for Available accessories The following accessories are available from your dealer: ❍ Power cord Europe. ❍ Power cord Canada and USA. track and time. Note: Index points are not supported.
6 Introduction
Using the compact disc player This chapter provides a summary of the functions of the compact disc player to identify the controls used to operate the unit. It also describes all aspects of using the compact disc player, beginning with essential instructions such as switching on and loading a disc, to the more advanced functions such as programming. Unless otherwise specified, each function is available from the front panel or the remote.
Front panel 1 Open Opens and closes the disc drawer. 2 > (Play) Display Plays a selected track, or moves to the next track. 3 * (Stop) Stops the disc. BOOTHROYD STUART Play 507 Open 24-bit CD Player > * = Display 14 [ ] Off 4 = (Pause) Using the compact disc player Pauses the disc. 8 5 Display Selects the information displayed. Tray 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 [ (Previous) Selects the previous track. 7 ] (Next) Selects the next track. 8 Off Switches to standby.
Switching on and off During normal use the compact disc player should be left in the standby state. This uses a negligible amount of electricity, but ensures that the components of the compact disc player operate at maximum efficiency from the moment you start playing a disc. If you are not going to use the compact disc player for a period of several days you should switch the unit completely off, at the back panel, and disconnect it from the AC power supply. To switch on from standby the remote.
Playing a disc To restart the current track The compact disc player allows you to play an entire disc, or start playing from any track. While a disc is playing you can go back to the start of the track or skip to the start of the next track. ● Press [. If you have programmed a selection, these functions also work To move to the next track with the selection of tracks you have programmed. For information about programming; see Programming a selection, ● Press >. page 12.
Stopping, pausing, and repeating play You can pause a disc while keeping it spinning, so that you can To continue after pausing resume play instantly. ● Press =(Pause) or > (Play). You can also set a disc to play repeatedly, so that when the disc (or selection) has played, it will begin again from the beginning. To continuously repeat a disc This function is only available from the remote. ● Press Repeat (remote only). To stop play The Repeat indicator will appear. ● Press * (Stop).
Programming a selection With the remote you can programme a selection of tracks, and To programme by storing tracks then play only those tracks you have programmed. ● Press [ or ] to step through the track numbers until the You can programme a selection either by storing the tracks you track you want is displayed, or type the number of the track want to play, or by clearing the tracks you do not want to play. If you want.
To programme by clearing tracks The Clear label will change to Store to indicate that the track is stored. ● Press [ or ] to step through the track numbers until the track you want is displayed, or type the number of the track To remove a track from a selection you want. ● Select the track you want to remove, as described above. The display will show the track number; for example: Track 12 The Store label will change to Clear to indicate that the track has ● Press Clear.
Disc information and scanning To change the display Scanning a disc ● Press Display. The scan controls allow you to move quickly to any position on the disc at approximately 20 times normal speed. Each time you press Display, the display will step between the following options: During scanning, the display automatically changes to show the elapsed time for the whole disc, unless you have already Display Track number. This is the usual display.
Setting up the compact disc player This chapter explains how to install the compact disc player. It describes what you should find when you unpack the compact disc player, how you should connect it to your other audio equipment, and the siting constraints. Before you begin installation, you should ensure that your compact disc player is the correct voltage for your local AC supply. If it is not, do not try to install the compact disc player, and contact your dealer.
Unpacking The 507 Compact Disc Player comes in a box containing the Radio interference following components: FCC Warning: This equipment generates and can radiate radio ❍ Meridian 507 Compact Disc Player. frequency energy and if not installed and used correctly in ❍ Meridian System Remote. accordance with our instructions may cause interference to ❍ Meridian Comms lead. radio communications or radio and television reception. It has ❍ Power cord.
Positioning the compact disc player Safety warnings To avoid interference ❍ Do not expose the unit to dripping or splashing. Do not position the compact disc player: ❍ Do not place any object filled with liquid, such as a vase, on the unit. ❍ Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the unit. ❍ Near strong magnetic radiation, such as near a power amplifier. ❍ Near to a television, or where connecting cables may be subject to or cause interference.
Connecting the compact disc player Back panel The compact disc player provides three alternative signal Use this output To connect to this ANALOGUE OUT A 501 Control Unit, or other audio equipment, using conventional outputs to allow you to choose the highest-quality method of analogue audio leads connection available on the system to which you are connecting. DIGITAL OUT converter, or digital preamplifier, using low-jitter electrical digital output, and this is the recommended digital cable.
To connect to other Meridian 500 Series equipment One unit will then be designated ● Connect one of the COMMS sockets on the back panel of the This is the unit that will respond to the remote. as the controller, and display: Con. compact disc player to one of the COMMS sockets on another 500 Series unit, using the 500 comms lead provided All the other units will be configured with the other unit. as non-controllers, and display: The sequence in which you connect the units is not important.
Connecting audio To connect to a 501 Control Unit 501 Control Unit COMMS 507 Compact Disc Player CD OUTPUT COMMS To connect to a conventional preamplifier ● Connect the sockets marked OUTPUT L and R on the back panel of the compact disc player to an appropriate input on your preamplifier.
To connect to Meridian DSP loudspeakers 507 Compact Disc Player DIGITAL OUT COMMS M5 lead DSP Loudspeaker – Main R (slave) DSP Loudspeaker – Main L DIGITAL INPUTS DIGITAL COMMS OUTPUT OUTPUT INPUT 2 1 DIGITAL INPUTS DIGITAL COMMS OUTPUT OUTPUT INPUT 2 1 ● Connect the DIGITAL OUT from the 507 Compact Disc Player to DIGITAL INPUT 1 on the master DSP loudspeaker, using an M5 lead.
22 Setting up the compact disc player
Configuring the compact disc player Many advanced aspects of the 507 Compact Disc Player can be configured to alter the way it operates with the other Meridian equipment in your system. These settings are initially set to standard values, which are suitable for most situations, and this chapter describes how to restore the standard settings. It then gives details of the more advanced settings and explains how to change them.
Choosing standard settings The compact disc player provides two standard settings, called For example, to reset to Type 1 Types, which configure the 507 into the most commonly needed the display shows: Type 1 configurations. ● Switch the power off and then on again, using the power Choosing a Type overrides any other configuration you may switch on the back panel, to use the 507 with the standard have performed, and so can be used to reset the configuration configuration. of the unit.
Specifying information about your system You can configure the operation of the 507 Compact Disc Player to suit the way your system is set up, and the way in which you ● Switch the power off and then on again, using the power switch on the back panel, to store the settings. want to use it.
26 Configuring the compact disc player
Troubleshooting This chapter provides suggested solutions to typical problems that may occur when setting up or using the compact disc player. If you are still not able to resolve a difficulty with the help of this guide and the suggestions in the following pages, please contact your Meridian dealer or Meridian Audio Ltd.
Troubleshooting This section describes problems you may encounter when using the compact disc player, and includes suggested solutions. If these suggestions fail to cure the problem, please contact your Meridian dealer for further assistance. No lights are displayed when switching on ❍ Restore power to the compact disc player. ❍ Try again to open the disc tray. There is no sound when playing a disc ❍ Check that your preamplifier is switched on, and the volume is at an appropriate level.
There is interference on the radio and/ or television when the compact disc player is switched on The display shows No disc when attempting to play a disc ❍ Check that the disc is positioned correctly in the drawer, with Before following the steps below, ensure all units are switched off.
Maintenance Cleaning reconnect the plugs at least once a year. A proprietary contact cleaner can be used to some advantage. When cleaning the compact disc player bear in mind that the front of the 507 is plastic, and the display panel and lid are The electrical digital output should be treated in a similar way. glass. To change the mains fuse Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the unit. Note: Do not use abrasive cleaners on any part of the compact disc player.
Service and guarantee Service Guarantee The Meridian 500 Series of hi-fi components have been carefully The 507 Compact Disc Player is guaranteed against defects in designed to give years of untroubled service. There are no user- material and workmanship for 2 years from the date of purchase. serviceable parts inside the case, nor do the units require any form of maintenance.
32 Troubleshooting
Index A accessories 5 D digital out 18 adding a track to a selection 13 Display function 14 analogue out 18 displaying disc information 14 Meridian DSP loudspeakers, connecting to 21 Meridian System Remote 2 disc time remaining 14 B back panel C C.P.
R radio interference 16 removing a track from a selection 13 repeating a disc 11 restarting the current track 10 S safety warnings 17 scanning a disc 14 service 31 setting up the CD player 15 for 500 Series operation 19 specification 5 standard settings 24 restoring 24 standby mode 9 stopping play 11 Store function 12 switching on from standby 9 Index switching to standby 9 34 T troubleshooting U unpacking 16 V ventilation 17 28
