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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 Configuring the DSP loudspeakers Meridian DSP loudspeakers Choosing standard settings Sample configurations Specifying information about your system Configuring the sources DSP5200 and DSP5200HC Troubleshooting Unpacking Specifications Troubleshooting Cleaning DSP7200 and DSP7200HC Service and guarantee Unpacking Index Specifications...
  • 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 the DSP loudspeakers in conjunction with your other equipment, to achieve the superb results you can expect from them.

  • Page 6: Meridian Dsp Loudspeakers

    Digital Signal Processing Standard models use long-throw bass units and a very high quality 25mm (1") Meridian treble unit. This is a Digital Signal Processing, or DSP, is a technique piston in a short horn using an aluminium dome and a pioneered by Meridian in hi-fi products for achieving silver voice-coil.

  • Page 7: Mounting Options

    Meridian Comms control and two-channel balanced digital audio in a single convenient SpeakerLink lead. Mounting options Meridian Comms also allows you to extend your hi-fi In addition to the main vertical speakers, designed for system into two or three rooms, with the ability to...

  • Page 8: Sample Configurations

    DSP7200HC 861 Reference Digital Surround Controller HD621 HDMI Audio Processor Up to eight Meridian DSP loudspeakers can be used The HD621 integrates HDMI switching seamlessly into in conjunction with a Meridian surround controller, such a Digital Theatre system, separating the audio from...
  • Page 9 Meridian Digital Music System DSP5200 DSP5200 808 Signature Reference CD Player Meridian DSP loudspeakers include DSP volume and tone controls, and be connected directly to digital sources, such as the 808 Signature Reference CD Player, to create an compact high-quality music system.
  • Page 10 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

    Caution To remove puck unscrew anti-clockwise Meridian Audio has taken every care in the design, assembly, finishing and packing of this product. Some On carpeted floors all parts can be fitted and the spike models include a high-gloss finish, which is achieved by...
  • Page 13 DSP5200 and DSP5200HC Once the speakers are upright in their playing positions adjust the spikes until the loudspeakers are stable and tighten the lock nuts to prevent the spikes moving in the cabinet. On solid floors that can be damaged by the spike the foot should be adjusted so that the spike does not protrude through the puck, leaving the puck to support the weight of the loudspeaker.

  • Page 14: Specifications

    Meridian Audio reserves the right to amend product polypropylene driver. specifications at any time. • Treble drive unit: 1 x 25mm (1") Meridian piston in short horn, aluminium dome with silver voice-coil. • Special Edition treble drive unit: 1 x 25mm (1") Meridian piston in short horn, beryllium dome with silver voice-coil.

  • Page 15: 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 16: Unpacking

    Caution The connections are hidden by a separate plate Meridian Audio has taken every care in the design, attached with four 3mm hex bolts. assembly, finishing and packing of this product. The high gloss finish on parts of the cabinet is achieved by painting up to five coats of polyester lacquer onto the plywood, each one hand polished.
  • Page 17 DSP7200 and DSP7200HC Use the supplied wrench to remove this cover plate To remove the grilles (DSP7200) before making any connections: The grilles are deliberately designed to fit tightly to avoid vibration during operation, and they should be removed using the following procedure to avoid damaging the loudspeaker.

  • Page 18: Specifications

    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. • Special Edition treble drive unit: 1 x 25mm (1") Meridian piston in short horn, beryllium dome with silver voice-coil.

  • Page 19: 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 20: Connecting The Loudspeakers

    The Comms connections should be made with BNC The Meridian SpeakerLink connectors provide both to BNC leads. Suitable cables are available from your balanced digital and Meridian Comms control in a single Meridian dealer. Standard computer BNC to BNC SpeakerLink lead. The following table gives details of cables may also be used.

  • Page 21: Connecting To Other Equipment

    Connecting to other equipment Connecting up the DSP loudspeakers To connect to a Meridian product using SpeakerLink (home run) 808 Signature Reference CD Player Front L – Master Front R – Slave MERIDIAN MERIDIAN MERIDIAN SPEAKERLINK SPEAKERLINK SPEAKERLINK INPUT OUTPUT...
  • Page 22 Connecting up the DSP loudspeakers To connect to a Meridian product using SpeakerLink (daisy chain) 808 Signature Reference CD Player Front L – Master Front R – Slave MERIDIAN MERIDIAN MERIDIAN SPEAKERLINK SPEAKERLINK SPEAKERLINK INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT SpeakerLink lead...
  • Page 23 Connecting up the DSP loudspeakers To connect to a Meridian product with BNC Comms G Series CD Player or Control Unit DIGITAL OUTPUT BNC COMMS Digital/BNC lead Front R – Slave Front L – Master MERIDIAN MERIDIAN DIGITAL MERIDIAN MERIDIAN...
  • Page 24 DSP loudspeakers Auto configuration Positioning the digital loudspeakers In a system of Meridian products one of the products For best results adjust the position of the loudspeakers acts as the controller for the system. It receives while listening to music.

  • Page 25: Using The Dsp Loudspeakers

    Using the DSP loudspeakers In systems with a Meridian surround controller 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 surround controller, and you can ignore this chapter.

  • Page 26: 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 27: 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 28: 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 29: Changing The Treble, Bass, Or Phase

    Phase For example: If you have a Meridian Surround Controller or Audio Core product these functions are performed via the Press Function A or Function V to change the • surround controller.

  • Page 30: 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 or Audio Core product these functions are performed via the surround controller.

  • Page 31: 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 32: 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) connected to the SpeakerLink input; all other • Press A or V to specify the speaker position. sources use the co-axial input.
  • Page 33 Configuring the DSP loudspeakers Initially all sources will be configured to use the primary input you have specified, but you can configure individual sources to use the other input; see To configure a source , page 33. For example, to define the left speaker as a Slave using the digital co-axial connectors: L.S.Coax The display shows:...

  • Page 34: Specifying Information About Your System

    Configuring the DSP Specifying information about your system loudspeakers You can configure the operation of the DSP Option Initial value in Type 1 loudspeakers to suit the way your system is set up, and Volume mode L.E. the way in which you want to use it. These settings are (1=normal, 2/3=second configured automatically to appropriate values when or additional room)
  • Page 35 When configuring the DSP loudspeakers, point the improving the sense of dialogue coming from centre remote at the speakers, even if you have a Meridian stage, it enhances the integration of sounds that pan Surround Controller.
  • Page 36 Configuring the DSP loudspeakers To specify the ambient temperature for thermal protection The DSP 7200 drive units are protected from overheating by thermal protection software. This is already configured correctly for most domestic listening environments, but if the ambient temperature is greater than 24°C (75°F) you should adjust the ambient temperature setting.

  • Page 37: Configuring The Sources

    D2 for the other input. Comms 1C – 9C, or Choose 1C for a Meridian CD player, 2C for a Meridian type FM Tuner, 3C for a Meridian DVD player, 4C for a Meridian Media Server, or NC otherwise.
  • Page 38 Configuring the DSP loudspeakers...

  • Page 39: 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.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    • Check that it is connected correctly. • Relocate the receiver with respect to the DSP • Turn the system on from another Meridian product in loudspeaker. the system. • Connect the receiver and this product to different AC outlets.

  • Page 41: Cleaning

    Small marks on the lacquer surface can usually be removed with a damp cloth. 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 42: Service And Guarantee

    In case of difficulty outside the UK or USA, contact more about the Meridian Collection. the importing agent for the territory. A list of Meridian agents abroad is available from Meridian Audio. No responsibility can be accepted for the DSP loudspeakers whilst in transit to the factory or an agent, and customers are therefore advised to insure the unit.

  • Page 43: Index

    Index Index connections Meridian Digital Music System 5 Comms 16 Meridian Digital Theatre™ 4 absolute phase, changing 25 digital co-axial 16 Meridian High Resolution (MHR) 3 accessories 3 SpeakerLink 16 mounting options 3 ambient temperature, specifying 32 muting the sound 24...
  • Page 44 Index specifications DSP5200 and DSP5200HC 10 DSP7000 and DSP7200HC 14 standard settings, configuring 28 standby, switching to 22 status indicators 23 switching to standby 22 temperature, specifying 32 tightening the drive units DSP5200 and DSP5200HC 9 DSP7200 and DSP7200HC 13 tilt offset, configuring 32 treble, changing 25 troubleshooting 35...

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