Meridian America 506 User Manual

Meridian 506 24-Bit CD Player  
Sales and service in the UK  
Meridian Audio Ltd  
Stonehill  
Sales and service in the USA  
Stukeley Meadows  
Huntingdon  
PE18 6ED  
Meridian America Inc  
3800 Camp Creek Parkway  
Building 2400  
Designed and  
manufactured in the UK by  
England  
Suite 122  
Tel (01480) 52144  
Atlanta  
Fax (01480) 459934  
Digital Gramophone and Wireless Ltd  
GA 30331  
Stonehill  
Stukeley Meadows  
Huntingdon  
PE18 6ED  
World Wide Web  
Tel (404) 344 7111  
Fax (404) 346 7111  
England  
Copyright © 1993–1999  
Digital Gramophone and Wireless Ltd  
Part no: 506/3  
This guide was produced by  
Human-Computer Interface Ltd,  
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Contents  
Introduction  
1
Introduces the 506 24-Bit CD Player, and  
provides an overview of the other products  
available in the Meridian 500 Series.  
Using the CD player  
5
Provides step-by-step instructions on how  
to operate the CD player, using either the  
front panel or the Meridian System  
Remote.  
The Meridian 500 Series ........................  
Specification and accessories ...............  
2
3
Setting up the  
CD player  
15  
Describes how to unpack and install the  
CD player, and gives information about  
cleaning and servicing your CD player.  
Front panel .............................................  
Switching on and off ..............................  
Playing a disc .........................................  
Stopping, pausing, and repeating play ..  
6
7
8
9
Unpacking .............................................. 16  
Programming a selection ....................... 10 Connecting the CD player...................... 17  
Disc information and scanning .............. 12  
Troubleshooting ..................................... 21  
Using index points ................................. 13 Maintenance .......................................... 23  
Service and guarantee ........................... 24  
Index ...................................................... 25  
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Introduction  
In choosing the 506 24-Bit CD Player you have acquired a component that  
combines major advances in digital audio and engineering design. The 506  
24-Bit CD Player incorporates a three-beam laser CD mechanism, for  
superb sound quality and disc playability. The precision-engineered  
turntable combines the advantages of drawer loading with the superior  
disk clamping normally associated with top loading players. The digital  
signal is decoded using the latest 24-bit dual-differential Delta Sigma  
digital to analogue converter, combined with a discrete class A output for  
superlative audio performance.  
This guide is designed to enable you to obtain the best possible results  
from the unit, whether your requirements are simply to play a disc or to  
programme a selection of music.  
If you have just purchased the 506 24-Bit CD Player, you should first turn to  
the section Setting up the CD player, page 15, which explains how to  
unpack and install the CD player correctly.  
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.  
500 Series communications  
The Meridian 500 Series includes a sophisticated  
communications link, to ensure that any configuration of units  
will work together as a fully integrated system.  
The flexibility of the Meridian 500 Series is such that you can  
assemble a system as simple or as complex as you need,  
perfectly suited to your musical and environmental requirements,  
and with the ability to add to it or change it at a later date should  
your requirements change. The 500 Series is also compatible  
with the existing Meridian 200 Series and 600 Series  
components.  
The 500 Series communications system allows you to control  
any combination of units using a single remote, and ensures that  
your commands from the remote are interpreted unambiguously.  
The communications system also allows you to extend your hi-fi  
system into two or three rooms, with the ability to control the  
sources in one room from the controller in another room.  
Each Meridian 500 Series component is housed in a matching  
slim line case. Front panel controls provide access to the most  
important functions, and the full range of functions is available  
from the Meridian System Remote using a simple and intuitive  
control interface.  
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Specification and accessories  
Specification  
Available accessories  
THD  
Less than -93dBFS.  
The following accessories are available from your dealer:  
Noise  
Less than -93dBFS.  
Power cord Europe.  
Mechanism  
Conversion  
Display  
Three-beam laser.  
Power cord Canada and USA.  
Dual differential 24-bit Delta Sigma.  
The Meridian System Remote provides access to all the facilities  
provided by the 506 24-Bit CD Player, including those available  
from the front panel controls. In addition, it allows you to control  
any other 500 Series units in your system.  
Eight character dot-matrix display for  
track, time, and index.  
Finish  
Black textured enamel and glass.  
Dimensions  
88mm x 321mm x 332mm  
(3.46" x 12.64" x 13.07").  
If you have problems purchasing these items, you can order  
them direct from Meridian Audio Limited, who can also supply a  
range of digital cables suitable for connecting the 506 24-Bit CD  
Player to other equipment.  
Weight  
6.4kg (14lbs).  
Outputs  
Analogue: 2V fixed, class A.  
Digital: co-axial, optical.  
Communications  
Consumption  
Two 5 pin 240° DIN sockets.  
20VA.  
Meridian Audio reserves the right to amend product  
specifications at any time.  
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Using the CD player  
This 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.  
Unless otherwise specified, each function is available from the front panel  
or the remote.  
Front panel  
1 Open  
Opens and closes the disc  
drawer.  
2 > (Play)  
Display  
Plays a selected track, or  
moves to the next track.  
3 * (Stop)  
Stops the disc.  
BOOTHROYD STUART  
Play 14  
506  
4 = (Pause)  
Open  
>
=
Display  
[
]
Off  
24-Bit CD Player  
Pauses the disc.  
5 Display  
Selects the information  
displayed.  
6 [ (Previous)  
Drawer  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Selects the previous track.  
7 ] (Next)  
Selects the next track.  
8 Off  
Switches to standby.  
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Switching on and off  
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.  
If you are not going to use the CD player for a period of several  
days you should switch the unit completely off, at the back  
panel, and disconnect it from the AC power supply.  
To switch on from standby  
Press Open (front panel only), >(Play), * (Stop), or =  
(Pause).  
To switch to standby  
Press Off.  
Switch on any other equipment connected to the CD player  
which is not part of the Meridian 500 Series.  
.
To insert a disc  
The display will show:  
Press Open (front panel only) to open the drawer.  
If you have other Meridian 500 Series equipment connected to  
the CD player, these units will also switch to standby.  
Place your disc, label side up, over the metal hub, as shown  
opposite.  
If a disc is currently playing, switching to standby will stop the  
disc, and the disc can safely be left in the unit.  
Press Open again to close the drawer.  
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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.  
To move to the next track  
Press > (Play).  
If you have programmed a selection, these functions also work  
with the selection of tracks you have programmed. For  
information about programming; see Programming a selection,  
page 10.  
To play starting from a particular track  
Press ] (Next) or [ (Previous) to step through the track  
numbers until the track you want to play is displayed or type  
the number of the track (remote only).  
To play the disc  
Track 4  
Press > (Play).  
For example:  
The display will show your  
Pl ay 1  
selection:  
With the remote you will need to press CD first if you have the  
504 Stereo FM Tuner.  
The display will then show  
After a short delay the track you have selected will start to play.  
If you have programmed a selection you will also need to:  
Press > (Play).  
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the track being played:  
To restart the current track  
Press [ (Previous).  
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Stopping, pausing, and repeating play  
You can pause a disc while keeping it spinning, so that you can  
resume play instantly.  
To continue after pausing  
Press = (Pause) or > (Play).  
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.  
This function is only available from the remote.  
To continuously repeat a disc  
Press Repeat (remote only).  
To stop play  
The Repeat indicator will appear.  
To cancel the repeat function  
Press Repeat again.  
Press * (Stop).  
The display will show the total number of tracks on  
the disc.  
--2O  
For example:  
To pause play  
Press = (Pause).  
The disc will remain spinning and the display will show Pause.  
For example:  
3 Pause  
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Programming a selection  
With the remote you can programme a selection of tracks, and  
then play only those tracks you have programmed.  
To programme by specifying the  
tracks you want to play  
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. If  
you programme a selection by storing the tracks you want to  
hear, you can play the tracks in any order and repeat tracks in  
the sequence.  
Choose the first track you want to play, as described above.  
The display will show the track  
Track 1 4  
number; for example:  
Press Store (remote only).  
You can programme a selection while the disc is playing, in  
which case the selection will be played after the current track  
finishes.  
Store 1 4  
The display will change to:  
You should store the track within two seconds, or it will begin to  
play.  
Attempting to programme more than  
Error  
31 tracks will display an error warning:  
The track will be labelled Store.  
To choose a track to programme  
All the other tracks are initially programmed not to play, and will  
be labelled Clear.  
Press Next or Previous to step through the track numbers  
until the track you want is displayed, or type the number of  
the track you want.  
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To programme by specifying the  
tracks you do not want to play  
The Clear label will change to Store to indicate that the track is  
stored.  
Choose one of the tracks you do not want to play, as  
To remove a track from a selection  
Select the track you want to remove, as described above.  
Press Clear (remote only).  
described above.  
The display will show the track  
Track 1 2  
number; for example:  
Press Clear (remote only).  
The display will change to:  
The Store label will change to Clear to indicate that the track has  
been cleared.  
Cl ear 1 2  
To clear a programme  
You should clear the track within two seconds, or it will begin to  
play.  
Press (Stop) twice.  
The track will be labelled Clear. All the other tracks are initially  
programmed to play, and will be labelled Store.  
The display will show C.P. (Cancel  
C.P.  
Programme):  
To add a track to a selection  
A programme is automatically cancelled if you open the disc  
drawer, or press Off.  
Select the track you want to add, as described above.  
Press Store (remote only).  
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Disc information and scanning  
To change the display  
Scanning a disc  
Press Display.  
The scan controls allow you to move quickly to any position on  
the disc at approximately 20 times normal speed.  
Each time you press the appropriate key, the display will step  
between the following display options:  
During scanning, the sound is muted and the display  
automatically changes to show the elapsed time for the whole  
disc, unless you have already selected one of the other time  
displays.  
Display  
Example  
Track (and index) number.  
This is the usual display.  
1 4  
This function is only available from the remote.  
To scan through a disc  
Hold down ˘ or ¯ (remote only).  
The display will show your position  
58:1 2 1 4  
0:59 1 4  
1 :47 1 4  
Elapsed time for the whole disc.  
Elapsed time for the current track.  
Time remaining for the whole disc.  
Blank.  
1 2:37 >>  
on the disc; for example:  
Release the key when you have reached the point you want.  
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Using index points  
In addition to dividing music into tracks, some discs provide  
index points within each track to allow you to locate individual  
movements or bars.  
To move to an index point  
Type the number of the track, followed by . and the number of  
the index point (remote only).  
For any disc with index points, the CD player’s track display will  
show the track and index number.  
For example, to play from track 3, index number 2, press 3.2.  
With the remote you can use index points to move rapidly to  
particular positions within a track.  
T. 3.2  
The display will show:  
To display the index number  
After a short delay the disc will start to play at the track and  
index point you have selected.  
If necessary, select the track number display.  
After the first index point, the index number will be shown after  
the track number on the display.  
For example, on track 14 index  
14.7  
number 7 the display will show:  
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Setting up the CD player  
This 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. If it is not, do not try to install the  
CD player, and contact your dealer.  
You should not make any connections to the CD player or to any other  
component in your system whilst the AC power supply is connected and  
switched on.  
Unpacking  
The 506 24-Bit CD Player comes in a box containing the  
following components:  
In common with all CD players, the 506 24-Bit CD Player emits  
some radio-frequency signals. Therefore, you should try to keep  
all power cables and network leads away from signal cables,  
including audio, antenna, and loudspeaker cables.  
506 24-Bit CD Player.  
Meridian System Remote.  
1 power cord.  
Radio interference  
1 optical connector blanking plug.  
This manual.  
FCC Warning: This equipment generates and can radiate radio  
frequency energy and if not installed and used correctly in  
accordance with our instructions may cause interference to  
radio communications or radio and television reception. It has  
been type-tested and complies with the limits set out in Subpart  
J, Part 15 of FCC rules for a Class B computing device. These  
limits are intended to provide reasonable protection against  
such interference in home installations.  
You are advised to retain the packing in case you need to  
transport the unit.  
To position the CD player  
Do not place the CD player:  
In direct sunlight.  
EEC: This product has been designed to comply with the limits  
Near heat sources, eg a radiator.  
On top of a power amplifier, as the heat generated may  
damage the CD player.  
set out in EN55013 and EN55020C.  
However, it can be stacked under a 501 Control Unit and  
504 Stereo FM Tuner, if you have these Meridian components in  
your system.  
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Connecting the CD player  
Back panel  
Use this output  
To connect to this  
Digital Output  
DSP6000 or DSP5000 Digital  
Loudspeakers, a D/A converter, digital  
preamplifier, or digital recorder, using  
digital cable.  
The CD player provides three alternative signal outputs to allow  
you to choose the highest-quality method of connection  
available on the system to which you are connecting.  
The 506 24-Bit CD Player produces an extremely low-noise low-  
jitter electrical digital output, and this is the recommended  
method of connection to digital equipment.  
Optical EIAJ  
A D/A converter, digital preamplifier, or  
digital recorder, using optical fibre.  
Phono outputs  
A 502 Analogue Controller, or other  
audio equipment, using conventional  
analogue audio leads.  
The following table lists the equipment which uses each of the  
three output types:  
OFF  
ON  
L
R
COMM  
OUTPUT  
DIGITAL OPTICAL  
OUTPUT EIAJ  
(Meridian Comms Only)  
Phono  
outputs  
Digital Optical  
output EIAJ output  
Comms  
connections  
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To connect to other Meridian 500  
Series equipment  
One unit will then be designated  
as the controller, and display:  
Con.  
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.  
This is the unit that will respond to the remote.  
All the other units will be configured  
N.Con.  
as non-controllers, and display:  
The sequence in which you connect the units is not important.  
Your system is now set up and ready for use.  
COMMS  
COMMS  
If for any reason the automatic setup does not give the  
configuration you want, restore the default operation by  
selecting Type 1 as described in To connect to Meridian 600  
or 200 Series equipment, page 20.  
Then configure the units with the following automatic setup  
procedure:  
Note: Do not, under any circumstances, connect any equipment  
other than Meridian 500, 600, or 200 Series to the socket  
marked COMMS on the back of the CD player.  
Switch all the units to standby.  
Press Clear on the remote.  
Auto  
Each unit will display:  
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To connect to a 501 Control Unit  
To connect to a conventional  
preamplifier  
501 Control Unit  
COMMS CD  
506 24-Bit CD Player  
OUTPUT COMMS  
Connect the sockets marked OUTPUT L and R on the back  
panel of the CD player to an appropriate input on your  
preamplifier.  
Audio lead  
500 comms lead  
You should consult the manufacturer’s manual to determine  
which input to use, but generally it will be labelled CD or AUX.  
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.  
You should either use a twin-screened audio cable, or a pair of  
single-screened audio cables. These cables can have a  
considerable effect on the quality of the sound, and you are  
advised to seek your dealer’s advice on the best type of cables  
for your system.  
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To connect to Meridian 600 or 200  
Series equipment  
To connect to DSP6000 or DSP5000  
Digital Loudspeakers  
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:  
Connect the socket marked DIGITAL OUTPUT on the back  
panel of the CD player to the M-lead, supplied with the  
DSP6000 or DSP5000 speakers.  
Follow the instructions provided in the DSP6000 or DSP5000  
manual for connecting to a CD player.  
Turn off the CD player, using the power switch on the back  
panel.  
The DSP6000 and DSP5000 loudspeakers are fully  
programmable, and you should consult your manual before  
deciding which input to use. If you have any doubts, your dealer  
will be able to assist you.  
Turn on the power again while holding down the Off key on  
the front panel.  
The display will show  
Type 1  
the current setup:  
Suitable cables are available from your Meridian dealer, or  
Meridian Audio Limited.  
Press ] (Next) on the front panel  
Type 2  
to change to Type 2:  
Switch the power off and on again to restore the CD player to  
normal operation.  
To return to 500 COMMS operation repeat the above  
procedure, and select Type 1.  
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Troubleshooting  
This section describes problems you may encounter when using  
the CD player, and includes suggested solutions.  
Try opening the drawer gently, by hand. Do not  
use force.  
Restore power to the CD player.  
If these suggestions fail to cure the problem, please contact  
your Meridian dealer for further assistance.  
There is no sound when playing a disc  
No lights are displayed when  
switching on  
Check that your preamplifier is switched on, and the volume is  
at an appropriate level.  
Check that your AC power supply is connected correctly.  
Check that the CD player is connected correctly to the other  
components of your system; see Connecting the CD player,  
page 17.  
Check that the ON OFF switch on the back panel  
is in the ON position.  
Check that the correct source has been selected on your  
Check that the fuse on the CD player  
preamplifier.  
back panel and the fuse in the unit’s power plug  
have not blown; see To change the mains fuse, page 23.  
Check that the Pause indicator is not lit.  
Try playing another disc. If this disc works, check the problem  
The drawer will not open  
Check that the standby display is shown.  
If the standby display is shown:  
disc for signs of dirt or damage.  
Switch off the CD player and disconnect it from the AC power  
supply.  
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There is interference on the radio and/  
or television when the CD player is  
switched on  
The display shows No disc when  
attempting to play a disc  
Check that the disc is positioned correctly in the drawer, with  
Before following the steps below, ensure all units are switched  
off first.  
the label uppermost; see To insert a disc, page 7.  
Try playing another disc. If this disc works, check the problem  
disc for signs of dirt or damage.  
If this equipment does cause or suffer from interference to/from  
radio or television reception then the following measures should  
be tried:  
The display shows Error when  
attempting to programme a disc  
Reorient the receiving aerial (or antenna) or route the antenna  
cable of the receiver as far as possible from the 506 24-Bit CD  
Player and its cabling.  
Check that the disc includes the track number you are  
attempting to programme.  
Check that you have not already programmed 31 tracks, the  
Ensure that the receiver uses well-screened antenna cable.  
Relocate the receiver with respect to the CD player.  
maximum number.  
Connect the receiver and this product to different AC outlets.  
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Maintenance  
Cleaning  
the plugs at least once a year. A proprietary contact cleaner can  
be used to some advantage.  
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.  
The electrical digital output should be treated in a similar way.  
Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the unit.  
To change the mains fuse  
Note: Do not use abrasive cleaners on any part of the CD player.  
Fuse  
Spare  
To clean the case, display panel, and  
keypad  
Use a slightly damp cloth.  
Remove the mains connector, and pull out the drawer next to  
Ensure that no water is allowed to get inside the case, and do  
not reconnect the power until you are certain that the CD player  
is completely dry.  
the power input to access the fuses.  
Before replacing a blown fuse, if possible ascertain the cause of  
the failure.  
To clean the audio connections  
The fuse drawer includes a spare fuse. This should be replaced  
by one of the same rating.  
The audio sockets on the back of the CD player are gold-plated  
and need no cleaning if gold-plated phono plugs are used.  
Otherwise, it is recommended that you unplug and reconnect  
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Service and guarantee  
Service  
Guarantee  
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.  
The 506 24-Bit CD Player is guaranteed against defects in  
material and workmanship for 2 years from the date of purchase.  
The guarantee is void if the 506 24-Bit CD Player 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 that connecting  
anything other than the correct network lead to the COMMS  
sockets may cause damage to the 506 24-Bit CD Player which  
will not be covered by this guarantee. Attempted servicing by  
unauthorised people may also invalidate this guarantee. Labour  
and carriage charges are not covered unless by local agreement.  
In the unlikely event that your CD player fails to function  
correctly, it should be returned, in its original packaging, to your  
Meridian dealer.  
In case of difficulty within the UK or USA please contact the  
appropriate sales and service address shown on page ii.  
In case of difficulty outside the UK or USA, contact the importing  
agent for the territory. A list of Meridian agents abroad is  
available from Meridian Audio.  
Outside the UK, local warranty liability is restricted to equipment  
purchased within the territory. Our agents abroad are only under  
contractual obligation to service under guarantee equipment  
sold through them. They are entitled to make a non-refundable  
charge for any service carried out on other equipment.  
No responsibility can be accepted for the CD player whilst in  
transit to the factory or an agent, and customers are therefore  
advised to insure the unit.  
This guarantee does not limit your statutory rights within the  
United Kingdom.  
When seeking service under guarantee, proof of the date of  
purchase will be required.  
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Index  
A
Accessories  
3
D
Digital output 17  
Meridian 500 Series operation,  
setting 18  
Adding a track to a selection 11  
Display function 12  
Displaying disc information 12  
disc time remaining 12  
elapsed disc time 12  
elapsed track time 12  
index number 13  
Meridian 600 and 200 Series  
operation, setting 20  
B
C
Back panel 17  
Meridian System Remote 2, 16  
Moving to an index point 13  
C.P. display 11  
Changing the display 12  
Cleaning  
N
O
No disc display 22  
track (and index) number 12  
the audio connections 23  
the case 23  
Optical EIAJ output 17  
Outputs  
E
F
Error display 10, 22  
Clear function 11  
Components 16  
Connecting  
Front panel controls  
Fuse, replacing 23  
6
digital 17  
optical EIAJ 17  
phono 17  
to a 501 Control Unit 19  
to a conventional preamplifier 19  
to DSP5000 Digital  
Loudspeakers 20  
to DSP6000 Digital  
Loudspeakers 20  
to Meridian 500 Series  
equipment 18  
G
I
Guarantee 24  
P
Pausing play  
Phono outputs 17  
Playing a disc  
9
Index points 13  
Inserting a disc  
Installing 16  
7
8
from a particular track  
from an index point 13  
8
Introduction  
1
repeatedly  
9
M
Maintenance 23  
Meridian 500 Series  
communications  
Positioning 16  
to Meridian 600 and 200 Series  
equipment 20  
2
Programming a selection 10  
adding a track to a selection 11  
by specifying tracks not to play 11  
2
Continuing play  
9
25  
Programming a selection  
(continued)  
T
Troubleshooting 21  
Unpacking 16  
U
by specifying tracks to play 10  
Clear function 11  
clearing a programme 11  
removing a track from a selection 11  
Store function 10  
R
S
Radio interference 16  
Removing a track from a  
selection 11  
Repeating a disc  
9
Restarting the current track  
8
Scanning a disc 12  
Service 24  
Setting up the CD player 15  
for 500 Series operation 18  
for 600 and 200 Series operation 20  
Specification  
Standby mode  
Stopping play  
3
7
9
Store function 10  
Switching on from standby  
7
Switching to standby  
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