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- Page 1 808.2/808.2i Signature Reference CD Player User Guide...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Important safety instructions Preface • Read the instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Follow all instructions. • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with a dry cloth. • Install only in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. •... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction The 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player Specifications Using the 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player Front panel keys MSR+ keys Switching on and off Playing a disc Stopping and pausing play Repeat Scanning a disc Programming a selection Changing the absolute phase... - Page 4 Meridian Audio Ltd Latham Road Huntingdon Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE England Copyright © 1999-2008 Meridian Audio Ltd. Part no: 808U/2 (P80813) Boothroyd|Stuart Meridian, and Meridian are registered trademarks of Meridian Audio Ltd. This guide was produced by: Human-Computer Interface Ltd, http://www.interface.co.uk...
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Introduction Welcome to the Meridian 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player. This User Guide provides full information about using the CD player in conjunction with your other equipment, to achieve the superb results you can expect from it. -
Page 6: The 808.2 Signature Reference Cd Player
508 and 800, and two dozen optical disc players from 1984 to the present day. The 808.2 is specifically designed as a CD-optimised machine, able to play audio CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-R/Ws. It also plays the CD layer of an SACD disc. -
Page 7: Specifications
• Two 2-channel digital optical inputs. Renameable legends. 32 to 96kHz sampling and up to 24-bit precision. Signal processing The 808.2 uses Meridian’s proprietary DSP software to provide the following powerful features: • Upsampling. • FIFO and error correction. - Page 8 Introduction...
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Page 9: Using The 808.2 Signature Reference Cd Player
CD Player Using the 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player This chapter provides a summary of the functions of the 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player to identify the controls which you use to operate the unit. It also provides step-by-step instructions for operating the CD player,... -
Page 10: Front Panel Keys
Scans backwards indicator Repeat Repeat Repeats a Fast Forward Repeat indicator track/disc Scans forwards Repeat Phase- Signature Reference CD Player 808.2 Drive CD drive Plays the disc Open Opens/closes the disc drawer Clear Clears a track Source Mutes or restores... -
Page 11: Msr+ Keys
Repeats a section Menu keys Store Select or change Stores Changes the the balance, a selection phase, contrast, or brightness Using the 808.2 Signature Reference Switches to standby Fast forward Scans forwards Pause Power Power Pauses the disc Volume keys... -
Page 12: Switching On And Off
If you are not going to use the CD player for several days you should switch the unit off completely at the rear panel, and disconnect it from the AC power supply. -
Page 13: Playing A Disc
For information about programming see Programming a selection , page 13. If you have other Meridian sources you should ensure that the 808.2 is the currently selected source. To play the disc •... -
Page 14: Stopping And Pausing Play
Using the 808.2 Stopping and pausing play Signature Reference CD Player You can pause a disc while keeping it spinning, so that you can resume play instantly. To stop playback • Press * (front panel or remote). The display will show the total number of tracks on the disc. -
Page 15: Repeat
The display shows: The section you have specified will be played repeatedly. To cancel A-B repeat • Press A-B. To cancel the repeat function Press Repeat (remote or under the front panel) • again. Using the 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player... -
Page 16: Scanning A Disc
Using the 808.2 Scanning a disc Signature Reference CD Player The scan controls allow you to move quickly to any position on the disc at either twice or eight times normal speed. To scan through a disc • Press ˘ or ¯ (remote or under the front panel) to select twice normal speed. -
Page 17: Programming A Selection
To clear a programme • Press * (front panel or remote) twice. Clear Program The display will show: A programme is automatically cleared if you open the disc drawer, or press Off. Using the 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player... -
Page 18: Changing The Absolute Phase
Using the 808.2 Changing the absolute phase Signature Reference CD Player You can use the remote to invert the absolute phase of the analogue output signal, which in some circumstances can give a noticeable improvement in realism. To display the phase setting •... -
Page 19: Changing The Front-Panel Display
Changing the front-panel display The 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player displays information about the current disc and settings on the 20-character front-panel display. You can adjust the contrast and brightness of the front- panel display for optimum viewing, and choose what information is displayed. - Page 20 Using the 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player...
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Page 21: Using The Cd Player Preamplifier Features
Using the CD player preamplifier features The 808.2i version of the 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player includes a preamplifier, and can act as the controller for up to 11 other sources. Both models feature an optional volume control for the analogue inputs. -
Page 22: Selecting A Source
CD. The display shows the source and volume setting. For example, if you select the Radio source: The display shows: The 808.2 CD player mutes the sound while you change source. Radio... -
Page 23: Adjusting The System Volume
Adjusting the system volume The 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player provides an optional volume control on the analogue outputs, enabling it to drive amplifiers or active loudspeakers directly, and you can adjust the volume using the front panel or remote. -
Page 24: Changing The Balance
Using the CD player Changing the balance preamplifier features To change the balance • Press < or > (remote) until the display shows the current balance. For example: • Press A or V (remote) to move the listening position. The display shows the direction and position of the listening position. -
Page 25: Installing The Cd Player
Installing the CD player This chapter explains how to install the 808.2 Signature Reference CD player. It describes what you should find when you unpack the product, and how you should connect it to the other equipment in the system. -
Page 26: Unpacking
Installing the CD Unpacking player The 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player is supplied with the following accessories: • MSR+ remote control with batteries, manual, and spare key caps. • Meridian Comms lead. • Power cord. • This manual. If any of these items are missing please contact your dealer. -
Page 27: Audio Outputs
The default assignment of the source to each input is shown in brackets after the input name in the above table. CD corresponds to the internal CD player. Communications connections Use this connection To connect to this... -
Page 28: Applications
ANALOGUE COMMS Phono leads • Configure to Type 1 if using an 808.2 or 808.2i with no external inputs, or Type 2 for an 808.2i with other inputs in use; see Choosing a standard setting , page 30. 861 Digital Surround Controller... - Page 29 Configure the loudspeakers as described in the Meridian DSP Loudspeaker User Guide . • Configure to Type 1 if using an 808.2 or 808.2i with no external inputs, or Type 2 for an 808.2i with other inputs in use; see Choosing a standard setting , page 30.
- Page 30 Configure the loudspeakers as described in the Meridian DSP Loudspeaker User Guide . • Configure to Type 1 if using an 808.2 or 808.2i with no external inputs, or Type 2 for an 808.2i with other inputs in use; see Choosing a standard setting ,...
- Page 31 To connect the 808.2/808.2i to a power amplifier (Type 0 or 3) Speaker G56/G57 Power Amplifier INPUTS ANALOGUE IN OUTPUTS Meridian 808.2 CD Player The 808.2 includes an integrated preamplifier, allowing you to connect it directly to a pair of analogue active loudspeakers, or to analogue passive loudspeakers via a power amplifier such as the G56 or G57.
- Page 32 • Connect one of the DIN COMMS sockets on the back panel of the CD player to one of the COMMS sockets on another G Series, 500 Series, or 800 Series unit, using the Comms leads provided with the products.
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Page 33: Configuring The Cd Player
Configuring the CD player Configuring the CD player This chapter explains how to set up the 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player for most standard configurations of your other equipment, using just the front-panel controls and MSR+. For complete control over all aspects of the CD player’s configuration it is recommended that you set up the unit using the Meridian Configuration Program;... -
Page 34: Choosing A Standard Setting
The CD player provides several sets of standard settings, called Types, which configure all aspects of the 808.2 into one of a number of alternative standard configurations. Types 0 to 3 are factory settings, designed to cater for the most commonly needed configurations of associated equipment. -
Page 35: Setting Up Sources
This section explains how to use Gain mode to set up the analogue sources connected to the CD player. To turn on Gain mode Put the CD player into standby by pressing Off (front • panel or remote). Press and hold the Volume •... - Page 36 Configuring the CD player...
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Page 37: Index
Index absolute phase 14 front panel keys 6 accessories 22 automatic setup 27 auxiliary output 22 Gain mode 31 back panel connections 22 inputs 23 balance, changing 20 balanced outputs 22 brightness, front-panel display 15 Meridian Digital Surround Controller, Meridian DSP loudspeakers, clip indicator 31 Comms, connecting 23, 26, 28 Meridian System Remote keys 7... - Page 38 Index unpacking 22 volume, adjusting 19...