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Meridian 562V.2 Multimedia Controller
user guide
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Preface Meridian 562V.2 Multimedia Controller User Guide i
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Sales and service in the UK Meridian Audio Ltd Stonehill Sales and service in the USA Stukeley Meadows Cambs PE18 6ED Meridian America Inc England 3800 Camp Creek Parkway Designed and Building 2400 manufactured in the UK by Tel (01480) 52144 Suite 122 Fax (01480) 459934 Atlanta Digital Gramophone and Wireless Ltd GA 30331 Stonehill World Wide Web Stukeley Meadows http://www.meridian-audio.com Tel (404) 344 7111 Cambs Fax (404) 346 7111 PE18 6ED Part no: 562V/2 England Copyright © 1993–1999 Digi
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Preface Contents Introduction 1 Introduces the 562V Multimedia Controller, and provides an overview of the other Using the multimedia products available in the Meridian 500 controller 7 Series. Provides step-by-step instructions on how The Meridian 500 Series ........................ 2 to operate the multimedia controller, using Setting up the Sample configurations ........................... 3 either the front panel or the Meridian multimedia controller 15 Specification and accessories ........
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Configuring the multimedia controller without a computer 27 Describes how to perform a basic Configuring the configuration of the multimedia controller multimedia controller without requiring a computer. using a computer 35 Choosing standard settings ................... 28 Describes how to configure the multimedia Configuring the sources ......................... 30 controller using the Meridian Configuration Programming levels ............................... 32 program. Troubleshooting 47 Speci
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Introduction Introduction The Meridian 562V Multimedia Controller is the ideal controller for use in a Meridian Digital Music System, or in conjunction with a Meridian 568 Digital Surround Processor. It combines high performance digital control with high-quality video routing in a single integrated unit. It provides direct digital inputs for digital sources such as CD or DVD, together with precision Delta-Sigma Analogue-to-Digital Conversion for conventional analogue sources such as FM radio and
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The Meridian 500 Series The Meridian 500 Series is a unique system of digital, analogue, 500 Series communications and video components designed to meet the demand for absolute quality, ease of use, and lasting value. The 562V Multimedia Controller is part of the Meridian 500 series of advanced digital, analogue, and video components, The flexibility of the Meridian 500 Series is such that you can and these incorporate a sophisticated communications link, to assemble a system as simple or as com
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Introduction Sample configurations Meridian Digital Music System DSP6000 DSP6000 Satellite 504 Video recorder Meridian DVD Player LaserDisc 508.24 562V The 562V Multimedia Controller is the ideal control unit for use conventional analogue sources such as the 504 FM Tuner and with the Meridian DSP6000 Digital Loudspeakers. video sound. It provides direct digital inputs for digital sources, such as the It also includes video switching for composite video and S-video Meridian DVD Player and LaserDi
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Meridian Digital Theatre DSP6000 DSP6000 DSP5000C Satellite D33 side D33 side Video recorder D33 rear D33 rear 504 562V Meridian DVD Player 568 The 562V Multimedia Controller is ideal for use with the Meridian floor-standing speakers or the DSP33 compact loudspeakers. 568 Digital Surround Processor to create the ultimate surround system for all music and film sources. The 562V provides video switching for composite video and S-video sources, and extends the range of inputs provided by The 568 Di
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Introduction Specification and accessories Specification Digital outputs 1 x main SPDIF cable, 75Ω, up to 24-bit precision, 32-96kHz. Digital inputs 5 x cable, 75Ω, IEC958 and data 1 x tape SPDIF cable, 75Ω, up to 24-bit compatible, up to 24 bits, 32-96kHz. precision, 32-96kHz. 2 x optical, TOSlink (EIAJ), IEC958 1 x tape optical, TOSlink (EIAJ), up to and data compatible, up to 24 bits 32- 24-bit precision, 32-96kHz. 96kHz. Video inputs 6 x composite unbalanced RCA phono Analogue inputs 7 x pho
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Control 2 x Meridian Comms. Meridian 515/516 Phono Modules 9-pin D connector for RS232 PC setup The Meridian 515/516 Phono Modules convert the LP audio and control. input (A1) for use with a moving magnet or moving coil pickup, respectively. For more information contact your Meridian dealer. 2 x trigger outputs for SCART or external switching, 3.5mm 2-pin jack Meridian System Remote socket, 8VDC at 100mA. The Meridian System Remote provides access to the facilities Dimensions 321mm x 88mm x 332m
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Using the multimedia controller Using the multimedia controller This chapter provides a summary of the functions of the multimedia controller to identify the controls which you use to operate the unit. It also provides step-by-step instructions for operating the multimedia controller, using either the front panel or the Meridian System Remote. 7
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Front panel 1 Source Selects the source. 2 Copy Copies a selected source Display to the audio and video tape outputs. 3 Mute Mutes the sound. BOOTHROYD STUART DVD 562V.2 4 Display Source Copy Mute Display V A Off Multimedia Controller Changes the information displayed on the front panel. 5 V (Decrease) Decreases the system 1234567 volume. 6 A (Increase) Increases the system volume. 7 Off Switches to standby. 8 Using the multimedia controller
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Using the multimedia controller Switching on and off When not being used, the multimedia controller should be left in To switch to standby the standby state. This uses a negligible amount of electricity, but ensures that the components of the multimedia controller l Press Off (front panel) or Standby (remote). operate at maximum efficiency from the moment you start. . If you are not going to use the multimedia controller for several The display will show: days you should switch the unit compl
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Selecting a source Each source can be associated with both an audio input, and a Source Label Audio input Input video input. CD CD D1/A2 * For example, by default the TV source selects audio input A5 (for Radio RD A3 * TV sound), and video input V5 (for the TV picture). LP LP A1 * By default, the 12 sources shown opposite are available. TV TV A4 V5 Tape1 T1 A5 * The audio and video input associated with each source can be configured from the front-panel controls, or using the Meridian Tape2 T2 D
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Using the multimedia controller To select a source Last Valid option l Press Source (front panel) until the display shows the source The audio or video input for a source can be defined as Last you want. Valid, in which case selecting the source will leave the audio or video input unchanged. CD For example: For example, by default the CD source has the video input Alternatively, press the appropriate source key on the remote; defined as Last Valid. This allows you to select TV followed by eg
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Adjusting the volume and changing the display The 562V Multimedia Controller is not normally configured to To restore the sound provide an internal volume control. However, you can control the system volume from the front panel as described in this section. l Press Mute again. To change the volume Alternatively the sound will be restored if you adjust the volume. l Press A or V (front panel), or the red A or V keys on the To change the display remote. l Press Display. As you adjust the volume se
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Using the multimedia controller Recording a source You can copy the audio and video components of a source to For example, to record a TV programme C TV the audio and video tape outputs, independently of the source press Copy until the display shows: you are listening to. The TV sound and picture will now be fed to the audio and video To copy a source tape outputs respectively. l Press Copy. You can then select another source, such as CD, without affecting the recording. Each time you press Copy
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14 Using the multimedia controller
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Setting up the multimedia controller Setting up the multimedia controller This chapter explains how to install the 562V Multimedia Controller. It describes what you should find when you unpack the unit, how you should connect it to your other audio equipment, and the siting constraints. Before you begin installation you should ensure that your multimedia controller is the correct voltage for your local AC supply. If it is not, do not try to install the multimedia controller, and contact your dea
