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Meridian DSP LOUDSPEAKER User Manual

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  • Page 1 Meridian DSP Loudspeaker User Guide...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Preface Important safety instructions • 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 DSP loudspeakers Meridian DSP loudspeakers Selecting a source Sample configurations Changing the display Specification Adjusting the volume Changing the treble, bass, or phase DSP5200 and DSP5200HC Changing the listening position Unpacking Configuring the DSP loudspeakers...
  • 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 DSP loudspeaker range. This user guide provides full information about using DSP loudspeakers in conjunction with your other equipment, to achieve the superb results you can expect from them.

  • Page 6: Meridian Dsp Loudspeakers

    To perform electronic equalisation. constructed using thick veneered MDF sides bolted If you are using the Meridian DSP loudspeakers with a through a 1.5mm steel plate onto the main cabinet, digital source, such as CD or DVD, the signals remain giving extremely low levels of cabinet resonance and in digital form until the last possible stage.

  • Page 7: Mounting Options

    RJ45 cable. In addition to the main vertical speakers, designed for Meridian Comms also allows you to extend your hi- use as the left/right speakers in a system, each model fi system into two or three rooms, with the ability to...

  • Page 8: Sample Configurations

    DSP420 G68 Digital Surround Controller G96 DVD Player Up to seven Meridian DSP loudspeakers can be used The G96 DVD Player is an ideal source for use with in conjunction with a Meridian Surround Processor, DSP loudspeakers. It allows you to play audio CDs and...
  • Page 9 DSP5200 DSP5200 G08.2 24-bit Upsampling CD Player Meridian DSP loudspeakers include DSP volume and tone controls, and can be connected directly to up to two digital sources, such as the G08.2 24-bit Upsampling CD Player, to create an extremely compact...

  • Page 10: Specification

    Introduction...

  • Page 11: Dsp5200 And Dsp5200Hc

    DSP5200 and DSP5200HC DSP5200 and DSP5200HC This chapter explains how to unpack and install the DSP5200 and DSP5200HC, and gives specifications.

  • Page 12: Unpacking

    Retract the spikes for solid floors. • The DSP loudspeakers complete with grilles. Each DSP loudspeaker needs four feet, fitted as • A hex wrench (3mm) for the drive units. follows: •...
  • Page 13 Setting up the DSP8000 loudspeakers To fit the rubber bumpons ring forwards until it comes free of the speaker. The grille fabric is very resilient and any depressions will (DSP5200HC only) soon disappear. • Attach four bumpons to the underside of each Note: On no account attempt to remove the grille with speaker, using the self-adhesive pads.

  • Page 14: Specifications

    • Isolated mid enclosure. • Bass drive unit: 2 x 160mm (6") custom polypropylene driver using phase plug. • Treble drive unit: 1 x 25mm (1") Meridian piston in short horn, aluminium dome with silver voice-coil.

  • Page 15: Dsp5500, Dsp5500Hc, And Dsp5500C

    DSP5500, DSP5500HC, and DSP5200C DSP5500, DSP5500HC, and DSP5500C This chapter explains how to unpack and install the DSP5500, DSP5500HC, and DSP5500C, and gives specifications.

  • Page 16: Unpacking

    AC power supply is connected and carpet. Use the protectors for solid floors. switched on. Each DSP loudspeaker needs four feet, fitted as Care when unpacking follows: •...
  • Page 17 DSP5500, DSP5500HC, and DSP5200C Removing the grilles The DSP5500 grille frame has been designed to be as acoustically transparent as possible, and is quite fragile. When removing the grille, ease it carefully off by hand from the bottom and sides, avoiding excessive bending of the frame.

  • Page 18: Specifications

    Bass drive unit: 2 x 200mm (8") high-efficiency long- throw custom drivers. • Mid drive unit: 1 x 160mm (6") custom polypropylene driver using phase plug. • Treble drive unit: 1 x 25mm (1") Meridian piston in short horn, aluminium dome with silver voice-coil.

  • Page 19: Dsp7200 And Dsp7200Hc

    DSP7200 and DSP7200HC DSP7200 and DSP7200HC This chapter explains how to unpack and install the DSP7200 and DSP7200HC, and gives specifications.

  • Page 20: Unpacking

    We suggest that you retain the packaging input/output panel and connections. carefully for maximum protection in transit. Caution Meridian Audio has taken every care in the design, assembly, finishing and packing of this product. The high gloss finish on parts of the cabinet is achieved by...
  • Page 21 DSP7200 and DSP7200HC Tightening the drive units edge, as you will damage the edge of the speaker surround and the grille itself. The DSP loudspeakers typically take about two weeks of normal use for the drive units to settle. It is therefore Removing the grilles (DSP7200HC) recommended that you tighten the mounting bolts The DSP7200HC grille frame has been designed to...

  • Page 22: Specifications

    Bass drive unit: 2 x 200mm (8") high-efficiency long- throw custom drivers. • Mid drive unit: 1 x 160mm (6") custom polypropylene driver using phase plug. • Treble drive unit: 1 x 25mm (1") Meridian piston in short horn, aluminium dome with silver voice-coil.

  • Page 23: Connecting Up The Dsp Loudspeakers

    Connecting up the DSP loudspeakers Connecting up the DSP loudspeakers This chapter explains how you should connect your DSP loudspeakers to the other audio equipment in your system.

  • Page 24: Connecting The Loudspeakers

    CD player, or DVD player. The Meridian SpeakerLink connectors provide both DIGITAL OUTPUT A second (slave) DSP balanced digital and Meridian Comms control in a single loudspeaker. RJ45 cable. The following table gives details of these connections: The Comms connections should be made with BNC to BNC cables.

  • Page 25: Connecting To Other Equipment

    Connecting to other equipment Connecting up the DSP loudspeakers To connect two DSP loudspeakers to a Meridian product with SpeakerLink Meridian 808.2 CD Player MERIDIAN SPEAKERLINK RJ45 lead DSP loudspeaker – Slave DSP loudspeaker – Master MERIDIAN MERIDIAN DIGITAL MERIDIAN...
  • Page 26 Connecting up the DSP loudspeakers To connect two DSP loudspeakers to a Meridian product with BNC Comms Meridian CD Player or Control Unit DIGITAL OUTPUT BNC COMMS Digital/BNC lead DSP loudspeaker – Slave DSP loudspeaker – Master MERIDIAN MERIDIAN DIGITAL...
  • Page 27 Connecting up the DSP loudspeakers To connect three or more DSP loudspeakers in a Meridian surround system DSP loudspeaker – Centre (master) Meridian Surround Processor MERIDIAN MERIDIAN DIGITAL SPEAKERLINK COMMS DIGITAL OUTPUTS COMMS INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT Digital/BNC lead...
  • Page 28 COMMS INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT You can use a single DSP loudspeaker as a centre speaker in a Meridian surround system. • Connect the speaker to the CENTRE digital output using a Digital/BNC lead, as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 29: Positioning The Digital Loudspeakers

    DSP loudspeaker at least 0.5m (20") from a corner, and position them approximately 0.25m (10") from the wall. If you are using a DSP loudspeaker as a centre channel, place the speaker centrally between the main left-right pair and, if possible, arrange for the treble units of the three speakers to be approximately the same height.
  • Page 30 Connecting up the DSP loudspeakers...

  • Page 31: Using The Dsp Loudspeakers

    Using the DSP loudspeakers In systems with a Meridian preamplifier or control unit all of the functions of the DSP loudspeakers, including volume, treble, and bass, are operated via the controller. For more information refer to the user guide for the preamplifier or control unit, and you can ignore this chapter.

  • Page 32: Selecting A Source

    Using the DSP Selecting a source loudspeakers When not playing, the DSP loudspeakers should be left in the standby state. This uses a negligible amount of electricity, but ensures that the components of the loudspeakers operate at maximum efficiency from the moment you start.

  • Page 33: Changing The Display

    • Pressing Display steps between the following options: Display option Example Source and volume Radio 65 Meridian source display ---- (dashes if not present) Audio format Blank The audio format display shows PCM, Data, or MHR followed by the frequency, or NL (not locked).

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Volume

    Using the DSP Adjusting the volume loudspeakers The DSP loudspeakers adjust the volume in precise steps of 1dB, where 9dB is equivalent to doubling the loudness, and can be varied in the range 1 to 99dB. When you first connect power to the DSP loudspeakers the volume is set to 65, which is similar to the midway position of the rotary volume control on a conventional preamplifier.

  • Page 35: Changing The Treble, Bass, Or Phase

    Press Function A or Function V to change the • phase. If you have a Meridian Surround Controller these functions are performed via the surround controller. To change the treble Press Function < or Function > until the display •...

  • Page 36: Changing The Listening Position

    The axis control allows you to adjust the optimum listening height of the DSP loudspeakers, like a balance control operating in the vertical plane. If you have a Meridian Surround Controller these functions are performed via the surround controller. To change the balance Press Function <...

  • Page 37: Configuring The Dsp Loudspeakers

    Configuring the DSP loudspeakers Configuring the DSP loudspeakers This chapter explains how to configure the DSP loudspeakers to suit the other equipment in your system. The first stage in configuring the DSP loudspeakers is to choose one of the standard settings, and these are designed to set all of the parameters to their most common values.

  • Page 38: Choosing Standard Settings

    Description follows. Standard setting for 2-channel system. To specify the speaker position For use with a Meridian CD player (eg 808.2) connected to the RJ45 SpeakerLink input; all • Press A or V to specify the speaker position. other sources use the co-axial input.
  • Page 39 For example, to define the left speaker as a slave using the digital co-axial connectors: L.S.Coax The display shows: When you have configured the loudspeaker: • Switch off the DSP loudspeaker, using the power switch on the back, and then switch on again to restore normal operation.

  • Page 40: Specifying Information About Your System

    Con, or NCon) To configure the DSP loudspeaker System address (1–8) S.A. • Turn off the DSP loudspeaker, using the power switch on the back panel. Product address (1–8) P.A. • Turn on the power again while holding down the 0 key on the remote.

  • Page 41: Configuring The Sources

    CABLE, SAT, VCR1, VCR2, and GAME. For example, to configure the Radio source press When the master DSP loudspeaker is set to one of the RADIO. standard Types, the source selection keys select the...

  • Page 42: Configuring The Setup Options

    Option What it means Flat frequency Free response. When configuring the DSP loudspeakers, point the remote at the speakers, even if you have a Meridian Speaker closer than Boundary Surround Controller. 0.5m (20") to a wall. Applies a second-order Sub.1...
  • Page 43 Configuring the DSP loudspeakers To adjust the centre frequency • Turn off the DSP loudspeaker using the power switch on the back panel. response and tilt offset When you turn on the power again the speaker will If your system includes a DSP centre speaker you operate normally with the frequency response settings should set Centre Y on the master speaker.
  • Page 44 Configuring the DSP loudspeakers...

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    This chapter provides suggested solutions to typical problems that may occur when setting up the DSP loudspeakers. 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.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    Sound is odd or mono • The battery in the MSR+ remote. • See if the DSP loudspeaker has been set up as not • Check that the DSP loudspeakers are correctly controller in the Meridian Configuration program; see configured as Left and Right respectively.

  • Page 47: Cleaning

    Do not use any polish containing a solvent; these can cause crazing of the surface. Deeper scratches can be removed by treating with additional polyester lacquer filler and then polishing carefully. Consult your authorised Meridian dealer for advice before attempting any repair.

  • Page 48: Service And Guarantee

    This guarantee does not limit your statutory rights In the unlikely event that your DSP loudspeaker fails to within the United Kingdom. function correctly, it should be returned, in its original packaging, to your Meridian dealer.

  • Page 49: Index

    43 DSP7200 17 sample configurations COMMS INPUT 20 guarantee 44 Meridian Digital Music System 5 COMMS OUTPUT 20 Meridian Digital Theatre™ 4 communications connections 20 selecting a source 28 configuration options 36 lacquer finish 8, 16...
  • Page 50 Index specifications DSP5200 and DSP5200HC 10 DSP5500, DSP5500HC, and DSP5500C 14 DSP7000 18 standard settings, selecting 34 standby, switching to 28 status indicators 29 storing settings 39 switching to standby 28 tightening the drive units DSP5200 and DSP5200HC 9 DSP5500, DSP5500HC, and DSP5500C 12 DSP7200 16 tilt offset, configuring 38, 39...

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