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Meridian 808 User Manual

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  • Page 1 808 Signature Reference CD Player User Guide...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Important safety instructions Preface • Read the instructions. To avoid overheating • Keep these instructions. • Leave at least 10cm around the equipment to ensure • Follow all instructions. sufficient ventilation. • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with a dry cloth.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Introduction Using the preamplifier features The 808 Signature Reference CD Player Selecting a source Specifications Adjusting the system volume Changing the treble or bass Using the 808 Signature Reference CD Player Changing the balance or phase Front panel keys...
  • Page 4 Sales and service in the UK MHR: this product incorporates copyright protection technology covered by certain patent applications Meridian Audio Ltd and intellectual property of Meridian Audio Ltd. This Latham Road technology is provided for the express purpose of Huntingdon...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction Welcome to the Meridian 808 Signature Reference CD Player. This User Guide provides full information about using the 808 in conjunction with your other equipment, to achieve the superb results you can expect from it.

  • Page 6: The 808 Signature Reference Cd Player

    A USB B-type of much faster reading, using multiple high-speed connector is provided to allow the 808 to be connected re-reads to ensure accurate recovery of data from even to a computer system and used as an external sound the most difficult disc.

  • Page 7: Specifications

    One USB input, for connection to a computer. Up to 192kHz sampling and up to 24-bit precision. • All inputs provide renameable legends. Signal processing The 808 uses Meridian’s proprietary DSP software to provide the following powerful features: • Apodising filter. •...
  • Page 8 Introduction...

  • Page 9: Using The 808 Signature Reference Cd Player

    Using the 808 Signature Reference CD Player This chapter provides a summary of the functions of the 808 Signature Reference CD Player to identify the controls you use to operate the unit. It also provides step-by-step instructions for operating the 808, using...

  • Page 10: Front Panel Keys

    Scans forwards displayed Repeat Phase- Store Source Volume Repeat Clear Display Mute Volume Signature Reference CD Player 808 å > Drive Play Pause CD drive Plays the disc Pauses the disc Switches to standby Open Stop Next/Previous Volume keys...

  • Page 11: Msr+ Keys

    MSR+ keys Using the 808 Signature Reference CD Player Previous Source keys Selects the Play Switches to Select a source previous track Plays the disc standby Stop Stops the disc Next Open Fast forward Fast reverse Selects the next Opens the disc tray...

  • Page 12: Switching On And Off

    808 operate at maximum efficiency from the moment you start. If you are not going to use the 808 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

    After a short delay the track you have selected will start If you have other Meridian sources you should to play. ensure that the 808 is the currently selected source. To play the disc • Press > (front panel or remote).

  • Page 14: Stopping And Pausing Play

    Using the 808 Stopping and pausing play Signature Reference CD Player To stop playback • Press * (front panel or remote). The display will show the total number of tracks on the disc. --:-- For example: To pause playback You can pause a disc while keeping it spinning, so that you can resume play instantly.

  • Page 15: Repeat

    Repeat Using the 808 Signature Reference CD Player You can choose to play a track, disc, or selection repeatedly, so that when it has played it will start again from the beginning. To continuously repeat a disc • Press Repeat (remote or under the front panel) to...

  • Page 16: Scanning A Disc

    Using the 808 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

    Programming a selection Using the 808 Signature Reference CD Player You can programme a selection of tracks and then play To make a selection by omitting tracks only the tracks you have programmed. • Choose one of the tracks you do not want to play, as You can programme a selection either by storing the described above.

  • Page 18: Changing The Front-Panel Display

    Using the 808 Changing the front-panel display Signature Reference CD Player The 808 Signature Reference CD Player displays information 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 19: Using The Preamplifier Features

    Using the preamplifier features Using the preamplifier features The 808 Signature Reference CD Player includes a preamplifier which can act as the controller for up to 11 other sources, with an optional volume control. This chapter explains how to use these features from either the front...

  • Page 20: Selecting A Source

    Select the 808 zone from the Sooloos controller. The input associated with each of the sources depends You can then listen to music streamed from the on how the 808 has been set up; for more information Sooloos server. refer to the Meridian Configuration Program Guide .

  • Page 21: Adjusting The System Volume

    If the 808 is set up with variable outputs (see Choosing a standard setting, page 34) the analogue output level is varied, allowing the 808 to drive an amplifier or active loudspeakers.

  • Page 22: Changing The Treble Or Bass

    ±5dB in 0.5dB steps. you to adjust the broad balance of a Meridian DSP Normally settings between +3.0 and -2.0 will give the loudspeaker system to correct for the acoustics of your most natural results.

  • Page 23: Changing The Balance Or Phase

    • Press A or V (remote) or Phase (Function = on the remote) to change the phase. If the 808 is set up with fixed outputs the balance control is performed by the DSP loudspeakers. • Press Phase (Function = on the remote).

  • Page 24: Changing The Loudness Or Subwoofer Mode

    Using the preamplifier Changing the loudness or subwoofer mode features The 808 Signature Reference CD Player allows you To select Music Mode or Movie Mode to control several other settings supported by recent • Press < or > (remote) until the display shows the Meridian DSP loudspeakers.

  • Page 25: Loudspeaker Setup Controls

    Loudspeaker setup controls Using the preamplifier features The 808 Signature Reference CD Player provides To change the subwoofer gain several controls to allow you to adjust DSP • Press < or > (remote) until the display shows the loudspeakers to suit the characteristics of your room.
  • Page 26 Using the preamplifier features To specify Enhanced Boundary Control • Press < or > (remote) until the display shows the current EBC setting. For example: • Press A or V (remote) to specify how reflective the room surfaces are. Choose between Off (unreflective), Min, Med, or Max (highly reflective).

  • Page 27: Installing The 808 Signature Reference Cd Player

    Installing the 808 Signature Reference CD Player This chapter explains how to install the 808 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 28: Unpacking

    Installing the 808 Unpacking Signature Reference CD Player The 808 Signature Reference CD Player is supplied Back panel with the following accessories: The following diagram gives details of the back panel • MSR+ remote control with batteries, manual, and connections: spare key caps.

  • Page 29: Communications Connections

    MERIDIAN COMMS Other Meridian equipment, or Meridian DSP loudspeakers. Audio inputs RS232 connection A computer, for configuring the 808, or a serial control Use this input To connect to this system. ANALOGUE IN A1+A2 The analogue outputs of TRIGGER OUTPUT...

  • Page 30: Applications

    ANALOGUE ANALOGUE IN A1+A2 Phono leads You can connect up to six analogue sources to the 808 Signature Reference CD Player • Connect the analogue source to one of the analogue input sockets of the 808, using screened coax phono...
  • Page 31 USB A-B lead You can connect the 808 Signature Reference CD When the 808 is plugged in to the computer it will appear as a sound output device called Meridian Player to a PC or Macintosh USB socket to allow you to use the 808 as a digital audio output device.
  • Page 32 INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT SpeakerLink lead SpeakerLink lead The 808 can be connected directly to Meridian DSP • Connect the upper SpeakerLink output from the 808 loudspeakers to create a complete compact stereo to the SpeakerLink input on the DSP loudspeaker system, with volume and other preamplifier controls chosen as the Master, using a SpeakerLink lead.
  • Page 33 INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT SpeakerLink lead SpeakerLink lead The 808 can be connected directly to Meridian DSP • Connect the upper SpeakerLink output from the 808 loudspeakers to create a complete compact stereo to the SpeakerLink input on the DSP loudspeaker system, with volume and other preamplifier controls chosen as the Master, using a SpeakerLink lead.
  • Page 34 Configure the loudspeakers as described in the Meridian DSP Loudspeaker User Guide . • Connect the DIGITAL OUTPUT and a COMMS socket from the 808 to DIGITAL INPUT 1 and the COMMS input on the DSP loudspeaker chosen as the Master, using an M5 lead. •...
  • Page 35 • Connect the ANALOGUE OUTPUT connections from the 808 to the inputs of the analogue active loudspeakers or power amplifier.
  • Page 36 Connect one of the DIN COMMS sockets on the • Restore the default operation by selecting one of the back panel of the 808 to one of the COMMS sockets standard types; see Choosing a standard setting , on another G Series, 500 Series, or 800 Series unit, page 34.

  • Page 37: Configuring The 808 Signature Reference Cd Player

    CD Player Configuring the 808 Signature Reference CD Player This chapter explains how to set up the 808 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 unit’s configuration it is recommended that you set up the unit using the Meridian Configuration Program;...

  • Page 38: Choosing A Standard Setting

    808 was installed. You can reset the configuration of the 808 to any of these Types to restore it to the state it was in when it was installed. Note: Selecting a Type will clear any configuration changes you have made.

  • Page 39: Setting Up Sources

    1.0V, 2.0V, or 2.5V (least sensitive). If the sensitivity is set too high the input will clip the To turn on Gain mode loudest passages. The display shows: Put the 808 into standby by pressing Off (front panel • or remote). Radio 0.5V In Clip...

  • Page 40: Setting Up Speakerlink

    For more information see Loudspeaker setup controls , page 21 To set up SpeakerLink • Put the 808 into standby by pressing Off (front panel or remote). • Press ¯ under the front panel to show the current setting.

  • Page 41: Installing The Meridian Configuration Application

    User guide ME, XP, Vista, or Windows 7. • 10Mbytes of free disk space. You can download an electronic copy of the Meridian • A 9-pin serial port or suitable serial adaptor (such as Configuration Program Guide in Acrobat format from USB-Serial, PC Card, etc).
  • Page 42 Configuring the 808 Signature Reference CD Player...

  • Page 43: Index

    18 specifying 22 Meridian DSP loudspeakers, brightness, front-panel display 14 connecting to 28, 29, 30 Meridian System Remote keys 7 front panel keys 6 Movie Mode, selecting 20 clip indicator 35 Music Mode, selecting 20 Comms, connecting 25, 30, 32...
  • Page 44 Index phase, changing 19 SpeakerLink outputs 25 playing a disc 9 speaker location, specifying 21 from a particular track 9 specification 3 repeatedly 11 standard settings, selecting 34 power amplifier, connecting to 31 standby programming a selection 13 switching on from 8 clearing 13 switching to 8 stopping play 10...

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