Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto 508 del fabbricante Meridian
Vai alla pagina of 32
Meridian 508 20-Bit CD Player user guide.
Preface ii Sales and service in the UK Meridian Audio Ltd Stonehill Stukeley Meadows Cambs PE18 6ED England Tel (01480) 52144 Fax (01480) 459934 World Wide Web http://www.
iii Preface Contents Introduction 1 Introduces the 508 20-Bit CD Player, and provides an overview of the other products available in the Meridian 500 Series. The Meridian 500 Series ........................ 2 Sample configurations ....................
Preface iv.
Intr oduction I n choosing the 508 20-Bit CD Player you have acquired a component that combines major advances in digital audio and engineering design. The 508 20-Bit CD Player incorporates a three-beam laser CD mechanism, for superb sound quality and disc playability.
2 Introduction The Meridian 500 Series The Meridian 500 Series is a unique system of digital, analogue, and video components designed to meet the demand for absolute quality, ease of use, and lasting value.
Introduction 3 Sample configurations 508 20-Bit CD Player 500 Compact Disc Transport The 508 20-Bit CD Player is an integrated CD transport and converter, providing both digital and analogue outputs.
4 Introduction 566 20-Bit Digital to Analogue Converter 502 Analogue Controller A500 566 500 557 A500 502 The digital output provided by the 500 Compact Disc Transport can be decoded by the 566 20-Bit Digital to Analogue Converter to provide a high-quality audio output for use with a conventional audio preamplifier.
Introduction 5 562V Multimedia Controller conventional analogue sources such as the 504 Stereo FM Tuner and video sound. It also includes video switching for CVBS and S-VHS signals, such as from a satellite receiver, LaserDisc player, or video recorder.
6 Introduction Specification and accessories Specification THD Less than -93dBFS. Noise Less than -93dBFS. Mechanism Three-beam laser. Conversion Dual differential 20-bit Delta Sigma. Display Eight character dot-matrix display for track, time, and index.
Using the CD player T his chapter provides a summary of the functions of the CD player in order to identify the controls which you will use to operate the unit. It also describes all aspects of using the CD player, beginning with essential instructions such as switching on and loading a disc, to the more advanced functions such as programming.
Using the CD player 8 Fr ont panel 1 Open Opens and closes the disc drawer. 2 > (Play) Plays a selected track, or moves to the next track. 3 • (Stop) Stops the disc. 4 = (Pause) Pauses the disc. 5 Display Selects the information displayed. 6 [ (Previous) Selects the previous track.
Using the CD player 9 Switching on and of f During normal use the CD player should be left in the standby state. This uses a negligible amount of electricity, but ensures that the components of the CD player operate at maximum efficiency from the moment you start playing a disc.
Using the CD player 10 Playing a disc The CD 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. If you have programmed a selection, these functions also work with the selection of tracks you have programmed.
Using the CD player 11 Stopping, pausing, and repeating play You can pause a disc while keeping it spinning, so that you can resume play instantly. 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.
Using the CD player 12 Programming a selection With the remote you can programme a selection of tracks, and then play only those tracks you have programmed. You can programme a selection either by storing the tracks you want to play, or by clearing the tracks you do not want to play.
Using the CD player 13 The Clear label will change to Store to indicate that the track is stored. To remove a track from a selection ● Select the track you want to remove, as described above. ● Press Clear (remote only). The Store label will change to Clear to indicate that the track has been cleared.
Using the CD player 14 Disc information and scanning To change the display ● Press Display . Each time you press the appropriate key, the display will step between the following display options: Display Example Track (and index) number. This is the usual display.
Using the CD player 15 In addition to dividing music into tracks, some discs provide index points within each track to allow you to locate individual movements or bars. For any disc with index points, the CD player’s track display will show the track and index number.
Using the CD player 16 Changing the absolute phase You can use the remote to change the absolute phase of the analogue output signal, which in some circumstances can give noticeable improvement in realism. To review the phase setting ● Press Phase (remote only).
Setting up the CD player T his chapter explains how to install the CD player. It describes what you should find when you unpack the CD player, how you should connect it to your other audio equipment, and the siting constraints. Before you begin installation, you should ensure that your CD player is the correct voltage for your local AC supply.
Setting up the CD player 18 Unpacking The 508 20-Bit CD Player comes in a box containing the following components: ❍ 508 20-Bit CD Player. ❍ 1 power cord. ❍ 1 optical connector blanking plug. ❍ This manual. You are advised to retain the packing in case you need to transport the unit.
Setting up the CD player 19 Back panel The CD player provides two analogue and two digital outputs to allow you to choose the highest-quality method of connection to your system. The 508 20-Bit CD Player produces an extremely low-noise low-jitter electrical digital output, and this is the recommended method of connection to digital equipment.
Setting up the CD player 20 To connect to other Meridian 500 Series equipment ● Connect one of the COMMS sockets on the back panel of the CD player to one of the COMMS socket on another 500 Series unit, using the 500 comms lead provided with the other unit.
Setting up the CD player 21 To connect to a 501 Control Unit COMMS COMMS 500 comms lead CD OUTPUT 501 Control Unit 508 20-Bit CD Player Audio lead ● Connect the sockets marked OUTPUT L and R on the back panel of the CD player to the CD input on the back panel of the 501 Control Unit.
Setting up the CD player 22 To connect to Meridian 600 or 200 Series equipment If your system includes any Meridian 600 or 200 Series units, with 600 COMMS or 200 COMMS sockets, you should set all the 500 Series units to 200 COMMS operation using the following procedure: ● Turn off the CD player, using the power switch on the back panel.
Setting up the CD player 23 This section describes problems you may encounter when using the CD 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 ❍ Check that your AC power supply is connected correctly.
Setting up the CD player 24 There is interference on the radio and/ or television when the CD player is switched on Before following the steps below, ensure all units are switched off first.
Setting up the CD player 25 Cleaning When cleaning the CD player bear in mind that the front of the CD player is plastic, and the display panel and lid are glass. Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the unit. Note: Do not use abrasive cleaners on any part of the CD player.
Setting up the CD player 26 Service and guarantee Service The Meridian 500 Series of hi-fi components have been carefully designed to give years of untroubled service. There are no user- serviceable parts inside the case, nor do the units require any form of maintenance.
27 Index Index Connecting (continued) to Meridian 600 and 200 Series equipment 22 Continuing play 11 D Digital output 19 Display function 14 Displaying disc information 14 disc time remaining 14 elaps.
Index 28 N No disc display 24 O Optical EIAJ output 19 Outputs balanced 6, 19 digital 19 optical EIAJ 19 P Pausing play 11 Phase changing 16 reviewing 16 Playing a disc 10 from a particular track 10 f.
Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il Meridian 508 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Meridian 508 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Meridian 508 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Meridian 508 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Meridian 508, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Meridian 508.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Meridian 508. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Meridian 508 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
