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USING THE DSP

LOUDSPEAKERS

Adjusting the volume

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 fi rst 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 preamplifi er.

To change the volume

• Press the red

keys on the remote.

As you adjust the volume setting the display will show the current volume

level.

For example:

Radio 55

To mute (silence) the sound

• Press

Mute

on the remote.

The display will show:

Muted

To restore the sound

• Press

Mute

again on the remote.

Summary of Contents for DSP5200

Page 1: ...M E R I D I A N D S P L O U D S P E A K E R U S E R G U I D E ...

Page 2: ...ECORD 2ECORD 4 0 NTER 46 ENU 3ETUP 3ETUP 6 2 6 2 AND AND NGLE NGLE 4OP ENU PEN PEN UDIO UDIO 2ETURN 3TORE 3UBTITLE 2EPEAT 30 ISPLAY 3 3 0AGE 0AGE 3LOW 3LOW 0HASE 0HASE 0AGE 0AGE LEAR UTE 0OWER 0OWER Meridian DSP Loudspeaker User Guide ...

Page 3: ...ct sunlight Near heat sources such as a radiator Directly on top of heat producing equipment such as a power amplifier To avoid interference Do not position the unit Near strong magnetic radiation Near to a television or where connecting cables may be subject to or cause interference Radio interference FCC Warning This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed...

Page 4: ...DSP5200 and DSP5200HC 13 Unpacking 14 Specifications 17 DSP5500 DSP5500HC and DSP5500C 19 Unpacking 20 Specifications 22 DSP6000 and DSP6000C 25 Unpacking 26 Specifications 29 DSP7000 31 Unpacking 32 Specifications 34 Connecting up the DSP loudspeakers 37 Connecting the loudspeakers 38 Connecting to other equipment 40 Positioning the digital loudspeakers 43 ...

Page 5: ...he treble bass or phase 49 Changing the listening position 50 Configuring the DSP loudspeakers 51 Choosing standard settings 52 Specifying information about your system 54 Configuring the sources 55 Configuring the setup options 57 Troubleshooting 59 Troubleshooting 60 Cleaning 62 Service and guarantee 63 Index 65 ...

Page 6: ...ircumvention of this protection is strictly prohibited Copyright and acknowledgements Sales and service in the UK Meridian Audio Ltd Latham Road Huntingdon Cambridgeshire PE29 6YE England Tel 01480 445678 Fax 01480 445686 Sales and service in the USA Meridian America Inc 8055 Troon Circle Suite C Austell GA30168 7849 USA Tel 404 344 7111 Fax 404 346 7111 World Wide Web http www meridian audio com ...

Page 7: ...PREFACE vi ...

Page 8: ...RN 3TORE 3UBTITLE 2EPEAT 30 ISPLAY 3 3 0AGE 0AGE 3LOW 3LOW 0HASE 0HASE 0AGE 0AGE LEAR UTE 0OWER 0OWER 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 9: ...e analogue domain The Meridian DSP loudspeakers take advantage of DSP for several different functions To remove timing variations from the incoming digital signals de jittering To split the audio frequency band between bass mid range and treble drivers crossover To perform filtering or adjustment of the frequency response eg treble or bass To provide volume control to 48 bit precision To provide d...

Page 10: ... mounted symmetrically in pairs on the sides of the cabinet cancelling vibration and giving exceptionally low levels of cabinet resonance The mid range and treble drivers are housed in a separate interlaminated head to minimise bass mid interference It is supported on the bass enclosure by three machined feet The DSP7000 cabinet is fabricated from curved pressure laminated panels using multiple la...

Page 11: ...eams within a Meridian only system for playback only Meridian Comms Meridian DSP loudspeakers are part of the Meridian family of advanced digital analogue and video components and these incorporate a sophisticated communications link to allow you to control any combination of units using a single remote and ensure that they will work together as a fully integrated system The communications system ...

Page 12: ...e a digital surround system with superb music and cinema sound The G98 DVD Audio Transport is an ideal source for use with DSP loudspeakers It allows you to play audio CDs DVD Audio discs and DVD Video discs with the audio kept in digital form until the last possible stage Meridian Digital Music System xÓää xÓää BIT 5PSAMPLING 0LAYER 0LAYER ac hij OME ORE z wxy N FF PEN ISPLAY Meridian DSP loudspe...

Page 13: ...n each pair of main loudspeakers is supplied with a MSR remote Other applications and some advanced features may require one or more of the following accessories which can be purchased from your Meridian dealer Additional S5 leads 8m and 14m 511 S patch box if connecting more than two DSP loudspeakers to a G68 Digital Surround Controller not required with 861 ...

Page 14: ...7 DSP5000 and DSP5000C This chapter explains how to unpack and install the DSP5000 and DSP5000C and gives specifications ...

Page 15: ...ght screw in spikes with lock nuts and protectors together with a wrench for fitting them DSP5000 only Eight rubber bumpons DSP5000C only MSR remote battery and user guide One power cord per speaker Meridian M5 lead 8m Meridian S5 lead 8m This user guide If any of these items is missing please contact your dealer We suggest that you retain the packaging carefully for maximum protection in transit ...

Page 16: ...er bumpons DSP5000C only Attach four bumpons to the underside of each speaker using the self adhesive pads Tightening the drive units The DSP loudspeakers typically take about two weeks of normal use for the drive units to settle It is therefore recommended that you tighten the mounting bolts on each drive unit every few days during this period Tighten the bolts in symmetrically opposite pairs usi...

Page 17: ...n with output stage error correction and twin loop design Bass 2 x 75W Treble 75W Acoustic 2 way Ported bass enclosure Bass Mid drive units 2 x 160mm 6 polypropylene high efficiency long throw custom drivers Treble drive unit 1 x 25mm 1 Meridian piston in short horn aluminium dome with silver voice coil Characteristics Distortion typically 0 01 or 0 02 up to full power at all frequencies Noise and...

Page 18: ...n black ash rosewood or cherry DSP5000 210mm x 900mm x 297mm 8 3 x 35 4 x 11 7 W x H x D DSP5000C 670mm x 195mm x 275mm 26 3 x 7 7 x 10 8 W x H x D 32kg 70lb each Power 100 125 200 250V AC 50 60Hz 20VA standby 300VA max Meridian Audio reserves the right to amend product specifications at any time ...

Page 19: ...DSP5000 AND DSP5000C 12 ...

Page 20: ...13 DSP5200 and DSP5200HC This chapter explains how to unpack and install the DSP5200 and DSP5200HC and gives specifications ...

Page 21: ...ht screw in feet with retractable spikes DSP5200 only Eight rubber bumpons DSP5200HC only MSR remote battery and user guide One power cord per speaker Meridian M5 lead 8m Meridian S5 lead 8m This user guide If any of these items is missing please contact your dealer We suggest that you retain the packaging carefully for maximum protection in transit Caution Meridian Audio has taken every care in t...

Page 22: ...oors retract the spike so it does not extend below the foot cap When all four feet have been fitted carefully set the DSP loudspeakers upright in their playing positions and remove the rest of the packaging On carpeted floors adjust the spikes until the speakers are stable and then tighten the lock nuts using the feet as wrenches If you need additional length on the spikes you can remove the feet ...

Page 23: ...ntations at the three o clock and nine o clock positions which you can locate by gently depressing the grille fabric Hold the ring by one of the indentations by depressing the grille fabric with your thumb and then wiggle the ring forwards until it comes free of the speaker The grille fabric is very resilient and any depressions will soon disappear Note On no account attempt to remove the grille w...

Page 24: ... stage error correction and twin loop design Bass 2 x 75W Treble 75W Acoustic 2 way Ported bass enclosure 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 Characteristics Distortion typically 0 02 up to full power at all frequencies Noise and hum 94dBr at ...

Page 25: ...ilver high gloss lacquer satin Santos rosewood natural stain maple black ash or cherry DSP5200 300mm x 903mm x 356mm 11 8 x 35 6 x 14 0 W x H x D DSP5200HC 735mm x 201mm x 267mm 29 0 x 7 9 x 10 5 W x H x D 35kg 77lb each Power 100 125 200 250V AC 50 60Hz 20VA standby 600VA max Meridian Audio reserves the right to amend product specifications at any time ...

Page 26: ...19 DSP5500 DSP5500HC and DSP5500C This chapter explains how to unpack and install the DSP5500 DSP5500HC and DSP5500C and gives specifications ...

Page 27: ...nch 3mm for the drive units A hex wrench 8mm for the side panels Eight screw in spikes with lock nuts and protectors together with a wrench for fitting them DSP5500 and DSP5500C only Eight rubber bumpons DSP5500HC only MSR remote battery and user guide One power cord per speaker Meridian M5 lead 8m Meridian S5 lead 8m This user guide If any of these items is missing please contact your dealer We s...

Page 28: ...f each speaker using the self adhesive pads Tightening the drive units The DSP loudspeakers typically take about two weeks of normal use for the drive units to settle It is therefore recommended that you tighten the mounting bolts on each drive unit every few days during this period Tighten the bolts in symmetrically opposite pairs using the 3mm hex wrench supplied You should then check and if nec...

Page 29: ...orrection and twin loop design Bass 2 x 75W Mid 75W Treble 75W Acoustic 3 way Ported bass enclosure Isolated mid enclosure 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 Characteristics Distortion typically 0...

Page 30: ...panels available in black ash and rosewood Separate mid range enclosure built into main cabinet DSP5500 and DSP5500C 284mm x 1100mm x 450mm 11 2 x 43 3 x 17 7 W x H x D DSP5500HC 1100mm x 285mm x 415mm 43 3 x 11 2 x 16 3 W x H x D 65kg 143lb each Power 100 125 200 250V AC 50 60Hz 20VA standby 600VA max Meridian Audio reserves the right to amend product specifications at any time ...

Page 31: ...DSP5500 DSP5500HC AND DSP5500C 24 ...

Page 32: ...25 DSP6000 and DSP6000C This chapter explains how to unpack and install the DSP6000 and DSP6000C and gives specifications ...

Page 33: ...tors together with a wrench for fitting them Head units complete with cups Three knurled screw in pillars for each head unit to sit on Three plastic spacers per head unit to fit over the pillars A head connection lead per head unit A top glass plate for each base unit MSR remote battery and user guide One power cord per speaker Meridian M5 lead 8m Meridian S5 lead 8m This user guide If any of thes...

Page 34: ...crew each foot into the threads on the bottom of the base units Do not fully tighten the lock nut at this stage On solid floors fit the protectors over the spikes When all four feet have been fitted carefully set the DSP loudspeakers upright in their playing positions and remove the rest of the packaging Adjust the feet until the speakers are stable and then tighten the lock nuts To install the he...

Page 35: ...the drive units every few years To dismantle the loudspeakers When dismantling the speakers always switch off and disconnect the power first then disconnect the head unit from the base unit Note Do not disconnect the head lead while the unit is connected to the AC supply and switched on It is advisable to remove the head units when moving the speakers This is achieved by disconnecting the head lea...

Page 36: ...d twin loop design Bass 2 x 75W Mid 75W Treble 75W Acoustic 3 way Separate mid top plywood cabinet Bass drive unit 4 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 Characteristics Distortion typically 0 01 or 0 02 up to full p...

Page 37: ...th internal damping and bracing Glass front Head finished in high gloss black piano lacquer 275mm x 1330mm x 425mm 10 8 x 52 4 x 16 7 W x H x D 9 5kg 21lb each Power 100 125 200 250V AC 50 60Hz 6VA idle 200VA max Meridian Audio reserves the right to amend product specifications at any time ...

Page 38: ...31 DSP7000 This chapter explains how to unpack and install the DSP7000 and gives specifications ...

Page 39: ...speakers is supplied with the following components The DSP loudspeakers complete with grilles A hex wrench 3mm for the drive units Six screw in spikes with lock nuts and feet together with a wrench for fitting them MSR remote battery and user guide One power cord per speaker Meridian M5 lead 8m Meridian S5 lead 8m This user guide If any of these items is missing please contact your dealer We sugge...

Page 40: ...s to settle It is therefore recommended that you tighten the mounting bolts on each drive unit every few days during this period Tighten the bolts in symmetrically opposite pairs using the 3mm hex wrench supplied You should then check and if necessary retighten the drive units every few years Removing the grilles The grille is guided into position on plugs and held firmly on the speaker with Velcr...

Page 41: ...d twin loop design Bass 2 x 75W Mid 75W Treble 75W Acoustic 3 way Ported bass enclosure Isolated mid enclosure 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 Characteristics Distortion typically 0 01 or 0 02 ...

Page 42: ...anels MDF cloth covered grille Finished in high gloss piano lacquer 346mm x 1010mm x 450mm 13 6 x 39 8 x 17 7 W x H x D 50kg 110lb each Power 100 125 200 250V AC 50 60Hz 20VA standby 600VA max Meridian Audio reserves the right to amend product specifications at any time ...

Page 43: ...DSP7000 36 ...

Page 44: ...D NGLE NGLE 4OP ENU PEN PEN UDIO UDIO 2ETURN 3TORE 3UBTITLE 2EPEAT 30 ISPLAY 3 3 0AGE 0AGE 3LOW 3LOW 0HASE 0HASE 0AGE 0AGE LEAR UTE 0OWER 0OWER Connecting up the DSP loudspeakers This chapter explains how you should connect your DSP loudspeakers to the other audio equipment in your system ...

Page 45: ...ails of the digital audio connections Use this connection To connect to this DIGITAL INPUT 1 DIGITAL INPUT 2 A digital source such as a digital sound processor digital preamplifier CD player or DVD player DIGITAL OUTPUT A second slave DSP loudspeaker using an S5 lead The digital connections should be made with high quality 75Ω screened cable Suitable cables are available from Meridian We do not re...

Page 46: ...s connections Use this connection To connect to this COMMS INPUT The COMMS connection on a Meridian control unit or preamplifier COMMS OUTPUT The COMMS INPUT on a second DSP loudspeaker RS232 The serial port of a PC to control the DSP loudspeaker using a computer For more information see the Meridian Web site http www meridian audio com EXPANSION For future expansion ...

Page 47: ...using the MSR Connect the DIGITAL OUTPUT and a COMMS socket from the Meridian source or control unit to DIGITAL INPUT 1 and the COMMS input on the DSP loudspeaker chosen as the master using the M5 lead supplied Connect the DIGITAL and COMMS outputs from the master DSP loudspeaker to DIGITAL INPUT 1 and the COMMS input on the other slave DSP loudspeaker using the S5 lead supplied You can connect an...

Page 48: ...e the comms part of an M5 lead to connect one of the COMMS sockets on the Meridian Surround Processor to the DSP loudspeaker you have chosen as the master typically the centre speaker Use the audio part of the M5 lead to connect the DSP loudspeaker to the appropriate digital output on the Meridian Surround Processor Connect the COMMS output from the master DSP loudspeaker to one socket on the 511 ...

Page 49: ...a centre speaker 1 1 Ê Õ Ã i iÀÊqÊ i ÌÀi iÀ Ê ÕÀÀ Õ Ê À ViÃÃ À xÊ i 1 1 Ê 1 Ê 1 Ó 1 1 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 an M5 lead as shown in the illustration ...

Page 50: ...ach 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 You can configure the frequency response of the DSP loudspeakers to compens...

Page 51: ...CONNECTING UP THE DSP LOUDSPEAKERS 44 ...

Page 52: ...r 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 The DSP loudspeakers can also be connected directly to up to two digital sources to create a complete minimum system This chapter provides step by step instru...

Page 53: ...mpletely off at the back panel and disconnect it from the AC power supply To select a source Press the appropriate source key on the remote eg Radio This will bring the DSP loudspeakers out of standby and the displays will show the currently selected source and volume setting For example Radio 65 By default the 12 sources are available As standard all the sources are set to select the D1 digital i...

Page 54: ...s 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 PCM 96k Blank The audio format display shows PCM Data or MHR followed by the frequency or NL not locked Status indicators The display includes the following status indicators Indicator Description Red Master loudspeaker Yellow 8...

Page 55: ...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 To change the volume Press the red A or V keys on the remote As you adjust the volume setting the display will show the current volume level For example Radio 55 To mute silence the sound Press Mute on the remote The display will show Muted To restore the...

Page 56: ... 0 0 Press Function A or Function V to change the treble The treble control tilts the frequency of the response over the entire frequency range to make the sound brighter or dimmer It can be adjusted between 10db in 0 5dB steps Normally settings between 1 0 and 2 0 will give the most natural results To change the bass Press Function or Function until the display shows the current bass setting For ...

Page 57: ...ote until the display shows the current balance For example Bal 0 Press Function A or Function V to change the balance The display shows the direction and position of the listening position For example Bal 12 There are 32 steps in each direction To change the axis Press Function or Function on the remote until the display shows the current axis setting For example Axis 1 Press Function A or Functi...

Page 58: ...dspeakers 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 You can also configure each setting individually for applications not catered for by one of the standard settings Once you have configured the DSP loudspeakers you will prob...

Page 59: ...se in a second room 8 For use in the second or third room of a three room system Types 2 3 and 4 are for compatibility with 200 600 series units In all cases except Type 5 the D1 input is used for all sources Choosing one of the standard settings overrides any other configuration you may have performed and so can be used to reset the configuration of the speakers To select a standard setting Switc...

Page 60: ...re channel For more information see the chapter Connecting up the DSP loudspeakers page 37 Each other DSP loudspeaker should be configured as a slave as follows Press the green Play key on the remote The display shows for example L Slv Alternatively you can configure the speaker as a slave with the D2 input used for all sources as follows Press the green Play key on the remote repeatedly until the...

Page 61: ...ower again while holding down the 0 key on the remote The display will show the current setting of the first configuration option For example L Press or to step between the options Press A or V to change the value of the current option The table below shows the options you can configure Option Initial value in Type 1 Position and master slave L Compatibility G 500 200 Pre or 200 CD G Controller mo...

Page 62: ... the front panel display from a range of alternative labels The digital input it selects The comms type and address to control other Meridian 500 Series equipment Other advanced options You only need to configure the sources on the DSP loudspeaker you have specified as the master To configure a source While in configuration mode Press the source key on the remote corresponding to the source you wa...

Page 63: ...e source on the front panel display Audio input D1 D1 or D2 Choose D1 or D2 to specify the input Comms type 2C 1C 9C or NC Choose 1C for a Meridian CD player 2C for a Meridian FM Tuner 3C for a Meridian DVD player or NC otherwise Address 1A 1A 8A Allows you to have up to eight of type FIFO FF Y Y or N Choose N to disable the FIFO buffer if you have difficulty locking to a poor source ...

Page 64: ...ker in the usual way using the additional setup menus to adjust the response while listening to sources When you have finished adjusting the setup options Switch off at the back panel and then switch on again to restore normal operation with the setup you have programmed To adjust the frequency response Press Function or Function until the display shows the current response setting For example Fre...

Page 65: ...lt offset option is also provided The centre tilt offset is added to the treble value for the selected source The recommended setting is 1dB when the speaker is positioned above a television Press Function or Function until the display shows the current centre tilt offset For example C Tilt 1 Press Function A or Function V to adjust the centre tilt offset To store the settings Once you have adjust...

Page 66: ...0AGE 0AGE 3LOW 3LOW 0HASE 0HASE 0AGE 0AGE LEAR UTE 0OWER 0OWER 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 67: ...ent when played hard and displays Hot The DSP loudspeakers have a temperature sensing system on board which prevents overheating of the electronics The sound will continue when the speaker has cooled There is radio interference The DSP loudspeaker is a digital audio and computing device which has been designed to very high standards of electromagnetic compatibility If this equipment does cause or ...

Page 68: ...by Check that it is connected correctly Turn the system on from another Meridian product in the system Only the master loudspeaker plays Check the S5 cables are connected correctly Sound is odd or mono Check that the DSP loudspeakers are correctly configured as Left and Right respectively The green indicator flashes or stays on This indicates that DSP clipping is occurring Brief flashes indicate o...

Page 69: ...Color Magic Do not use any coarse polish such as Auto Colour restorer and always test any polish on a non visible area first 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 70: ...l be required Guarantee Each DSP Digital Loudspeaker System is guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase The guarantee is void if the DSP Digital Loudspeaker System has been subject to misuse accident or negligence or has been tampered with or modified in any way without the written authorisation of Meridian Audio Limited Note Connecting anythin...

Page 71: ...TROUBLESHOOTING 64 ...

Page 72: ...akers 28 display changing 47 DSP5000 and DSP5000C 7 DSP5200 and DSP5200HC 13 DSP5500 DSP5500HC and DSP5500C 19 DSP6000 and DSP6000C 25 DSP7000 31 F frequency response configuring 57 G guarantee 63 H head units installing 27 L lacquer finish 14 26 32 polishing 62 listening position changing 50 M master selecting 53 Meridian comms 4 Meridian Digital Music System 5 Meridian Digital Theatre 5 Meridian...

Page 73: ...ngs selecting 52 standby switching to 46 status indicators 47 storing settings 58 switching to standby 46 T tightening the drive units 9 15 21 28 33 tilt offset configuring 58 treble changing 49 troubleshooting 59 U unpacking DSP5000 AND DSP5000C 8 DSP5200 and DSP5200HC 14 DSP5500 DSP5500HC and DSP5500C 20 DSP6000 AND DSP6000C 26 DSP7000 32 V volume adjusting 48 muting 48 ...

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