Meridian Audio 8082I User Manual

808.2/808.2i  
Signature Reference CD Player  
User Guide  
 
iv  
Preface  
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  
Designed and manufactured in the UK  
Meridian Audio Ltd  
Latham Road  
Huntingdon  
Cambridgeshire  
PE29 6YE  
England  
Copyright © 1999-2008 Meridian Audio Ltd.  
Part no: 808U/2 (P80813)  
Boothroyd|Stuart Meridian, and Meridian are registered  
trademarks of Meridian Audio Ltd.  
This guide was produced by:  
Human-Computer Interface Ltd,  
1
Introduction  
Introduction  
Welcome to the Meridian 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player.  
This User Guide provides full information about using the CD player in  
conjunction with your other equipment, to achieve the superb results you  
can expect from it.  
 
2
Introduction  
The 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player  
The 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player takes  
Compact Disc playback to an entirely new level, with a  
heritage that includes the multiple award winning 508  
and 800, and two dozen optical disc players from 1984  
to the present day. The 808.2 is specifically designed  
as a CD-optimised machine, able to play audio CDs,  
CD-Rs, and CD-R/Ws. It also plays the CD layer of an  
SACD disc.  
is recovered from a disc. All digital data is accurately  
re-clocked.  
Multiple power supplies ensure that digital and  
analogue circuitry are kept apart and can provide the  
required power when called upon to do so.  
Integrated preamplifier  
The 808.2i version of the 808.2 Signature Reference  
CD Player includes a built-in stereo preamplifier with  
the ability to handle six stereo analogue inputs, three  
digital coaxial S/PDIF inputs, and two Toslink optical  
digital inputs, making it ideal as the heart of a superb  
stereo system.  
At the heart of the 808.2 are fully-integrated  
electronics and a computer-style CD/DVD-ROM drive.  
The drive normally operates at standard CD speed,  
but is capable of much faster reading, using multiple  
high-speed re-reads to ensure accurate recovery of  
data from even the most difficult disc. This capability  
alone provides over ten times the error correction of a  
conventional CD player.  
System integration  
The 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player provides  
balanced and unbalanced analogue outputs for  
connecting to an external power amplifier or  
preamplifier. Alternatively, it provides SpeakerLink and  
coax digital outputs, allowing it to drive Meridian DSP  
Loudspeakers directly. The digital outputs support MHR  
(Meridian High Resolution) and operate at up to 2 x CD  
sample rate (88.2kHz), 24-bit.  
Signal Processing  
Once the digital data stream has been recovered from  
the disc, powerful on-board digital signal processing  
(DSP) with a capability of an impressive 150 MIPs  
upsamples the digital information from the 16-bit  
44.1kHz signal of conventional CD to a 24-bit signal  
with a sample rate of 176.4kHz. This signal is fed  
to the latest DVD-Audio quality delta-sigma DACs to  
drive the analogue outputs, while a digital signal at an  
88.2kHz sample rate is supplied to the digital outputs.  
Upsampling is performed with very high-accuracy  
filters which minimise pre-echo arising from ADCs and  
DACs used in the recording and replay process so  
that the total chain closely represents transmission of  
sound through air, for ultimate transparency from a CD  
source.  
Meridian Comms sockets (2 x DIN) allow  
communication with other Meridian components,  
while an RS232 interface provides full remote control  
capability as well as the ability to configure the unit  
with Meridian’s innovative Windows-based graphic  
configuration application. Three programmable trigger  
outputs are provided for direct control of external  
devices, for example powering-up amplifiers, etc.  
The Meridian 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player is  
supplied with the MSR+ learning/programmable remote  
control, which not only operates all Meridian products  
but also includes an extensive database of third-party  
products and the capability to learn commands from  
existing remotes.  
The 808.2 employs a triple buffering system to  
minimise jitter, and therefore maximise HF transparency  
and stereo image precision and stability. This, and  
the digital electronics as a whole, are driven by a new  
design of high-stability clocking system which further  
reduces jitter and ensure that the highest level of detail  
 
3
Introduction  
Specifications  
Drive  
Controls  
Internal CD/DVD-ROM drive.  
Front-panel facia controls for:  
Open/Close, Play, Stop, Pause, Previous, Next, and  
On/Off.  
Audio in and out  
The 808.2 is supplied as standard with:  
A hinged control panel provides additional controls for:  
2-channel balanced audio output.  
2-channel unbalanced audio output.  
2-channel digital coax output.  
2-channel Meridian SpeakerLink output.  
Optional MHR encryption on digital outputs at high  
rate  
Repeat, Fast Forward/Reverse, Source, Store, Clear,  
Display, Mute, and Volume +/-.  
Display  
20-character dot-matrix display with adjustable  
brightness and contrast.  
Indicators for Emphasis, Repeat, and Phase.  
The 808.2i version also includes:  
Six 2-channel unbalanced analogue inputs.  
Adjustable sensitivity. Renameable legends.  
Three 2-channel digital coax inputs. Renameable  
legends. 32 to 96kHz sampling and up to 24-bit  
precision.  
Two 2-channel digital optical inputs. Renameable  
legends. 32 to 96kHz sampling and up to 24-bit  
precision.  
Signal processing  
The 808.2 uses Meridian’s proprietary DSP software to  
provide the following powerful features:  
Upsampling.  
FIFO and error correction.  
Resolution enhancement.  
 
4
Introduction  
5
Using the 808.2  
Signature Reference  
CD Player  
Using the 808.2 Signature  
Reference CD Player  
This chapter provides a summary of the functions of the 808.2 Signature  
Reference CD Player to identify the controls which you use to operate  
the unit.  
It also provides step-by-step instructions for operating the CD player,  
using either the front panel or the MSR+.  
 
6
Using the 808.2  
Signature Reference  
CD Player  
Front panel keys  
Phase–  
Indicates inverted  
phase  
Eq  
Emphasis  
indicator  
Clear  
Clears a track  
selection  
Mute  
Mutes or restores  
the sound  
Fast Reverse  
Scans backwards  
Source  
Selects a source  
Display  
Store  
Stores a track  
selection  
Repeat  
Changes the  
information  
displayed  
Repeat  
Repeat indicator  
Repeats a  
track/disc  
Fast Forward  
Scans forwards  
Eq  
Repeat  
Phase-  
Store  
Clear  
Source  
Display  
Volume  
Volume  
Repeat  
Mute  
Signature Reference CD Player 808.2  
Off  
Drive  
CD drive  
Play  
Plays the disc  
Pause  
Pauses the disc  
Off  
Switches to  
standby  
Open  
Opens/closes  
the disc drawer  
Stop  
Stops the disc  
Next/Previous  
Selects the next  
or previous  
track  
Volume keys  
Change the  
system volume  
 
7
Using the 808.2  
Signature Reference  
CD Player  
MSR+ keys  
Previous  
Selects the  
previous track  
OFF  
Switches to  
standby  
Source keys  
Select a source  
Play  
Plays the disc  
Stop  
Stops the disc  
Next  
Fast reverse  
Open  
Selects the next  
track  
Fast forward  
Scans forwards  
Scans backwards Opens the disc tray  
CD  
RADIO  
DVD  
AUX  
DISC  
TAPE  
TV  
CABLE  
SAT  
VCR1  
VCR2  
GAME  
OFF  
Power  
Pause  
Pauses  
the disc  
1
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
Page  
Audio  
Page  
Slow  
4
7
Enter  
Open  
Volume keys  
Change the  
volume  
Return  
Record  
Menu  
Setup  
Repeat  
A-B  
Subtitle  
DSP  
Phase  
Function  
Top Menu  
Store  
Clear  
Display  
Mute  
#
Band  
Angle  
OSD  
Number keys  
Select a track by  
number  
Repeat  
Repeats a  
track/disc  
A-B  
Clear  
Clears a selection  
Mute  
Mutes or restores  
the sound  
Repeats a section  
Function  
Selects a special  
function  
Menu keys  
Select or change  
the balance,  
phase, contrast,  
or brightness  
Store  
Stores  
a selection  
Display  
Changes the  
front-panel  
display  
 
8
Using the 808.2  
Signature Reference  
CD Player  
Switching on and off  
When not playing, the CD player should be left in  
the standby state. This uses a minimal amount of  
electricity, but ensures that the components of the CD  
player operate at maximum efficiency from the moment  
you start.  
If you are not going to use the CD player for several  
days you should switch the unit off completely at the  
rear panel, and disconnect it from the AC power supply.  
To switch on from standby  
Press å, *, or > (front panel), or select a source on  
the remote.  
If the CD player is part of a Meridian system it will  
automatically switch on any other units in the system,  
such as the 861 Reference Digital Surround Controller  
and Meridian DSP Loudspeakers.  
To insert a disc  
Press å (front panel) or Function * (remote) to  
open the tray.  
Place your disc in the tray, label side up.  
Press å (front panel), Function * (remote), or >  
to close the tray.  
To switch to standby  
Press Off (front panel or remote).  
If you have other Meridian equipment or Meridian DSP  
Loudspeakers connected to the CD player these units  
will also switch to standby.  
If a disc is currently playing, switching to standby will  
stop the disc, and the disc can safely be left in the unit.  
Always remove any disc before moving or shipping the  
808.2.  
 
9
Using the 808.2  
Signature Reference  
CD Player  
Playing a disc  
The compact disc 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 play starting from a particular track  
Press ] or [ (front panel or remote) to step  
through the track numbers until the track you want  
to play is displayed, or type the number of the track  
(remote only).  
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 13.  
For example:  
Track  
4
After a short delay the track you have selected will start  
to play.  
If you have other Meridian sources you should  
ensure that the 808.2 is the currently selected  
source.  
To play the disc  
Press > (front panel or remote).  
The display will show your selection.  
For example:  
Play  
l
The display will then show the track number and  
elapsed time.  
For example:  
1 00:12  
To restart the current track  
Press [ (front panel or remote).  
To move to the next track  
Press > (front panel or remote).  
 
10  
Using the 808.2  
Signature Reference  
CD Player  
Stopping and pausing play  
You can pause a disc while keeping it spinning, so that  
you can resume play instantly.  
To stop playback  
Press * (front panel or remote).  
The display will show the total number of tracks on the  
disc.  
For example:  
16 --:--  
To pause playback  
Press = (front panel or remote).  
You can change tracks while the disc is paused using  
[ or ] (front panel or remote).  
To continue after pausing  
Press = or > (front panel or remote).  
 
11  
Using the 808.2  
Signature Reference  
CD Player  
Repeat  
You can choose to play a track, disc, or selection  
repeatedly, so that when it has played it will start again  
from the beginning.  
To continuously repeat a disc  
Press Repeat (remote or under the front panel) to  
select between the following options:  
Display  
Description  
Repeat current  
track.  
Repeat track  
Repeat disc  
Repeat entire disc.  
To repeat between two positions  
Press A-B (Function Repeat on the remote) at  
the start of the section you want to repeat.  
The display shows:  
Repeat A-  
Move to the end of the section you want to repeat.  
Press A-B (Function Repeat on the remote)  
again.  
The display shows:  
Repeat A-B  
The section you have specified will be played  
repeatedly.  
To cancel A-B repeat  
Press A-B.  
To cancel the repeat function  
Press Repeat (remote or under the front panel)  
again.  
 
12  
Using the 808.2  
Signature Reference  
CD Player  
Scanning a disc  
The scan controls allow you to move quickly to any  
position on the disc at either twice or eight times  
normal speed.  
To scan through a disc  
Press ˘ or ¯ (remote or under the front panel) to  
select twice normal speed.  
Press ˘ or ¯ again to select eight times normal  
speed.  
The display will show you the position on the disc.  
For example:  
3 12:37  
Press > (front panel or remote) when you have  
reached the position you want to play.  
Alternatively press ˘ or ¯ again from eight times  
normal speed to return to normal playback.  
 
13  
Using the 808.2  
Signature Reference  
CD Player  
Programming a selection  
You can programme a selection of tracks and then play  
only the tracks you have programmed.  
To make a selection by omitting tracks  
Choose one of the tracks you do not want to play, as  
described above.  
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.  
The display will show the track number.  
For example:  
Track  
12  
You can programme a selection while the disc is  
playing, in which case the selection will be played after  
the current track finishes.  
Press Clear (remote or under the front panel).  
The track will change from Track to Clear, and all the  
other tracks will be marked Store.  
To choose a track to programme  
For example:  
Clear  
12  
Press [ or ] (front panel or remote) to step  
through the track numbers until the track you want is  
displayed, or type the number of the track you want.  
You should clear the first track for a selection within  
two seconds, or it will begin to play.  
To make a selection by adding tracks  
To add or remove a track from a  
selection  
Choose the first track you want to play, as described  
above.  
Select the track using [ or ] (front panel or  
remote).  
The display will show the track number.  
Alternatively you can enter the track number using the  
remote.  
For example:  
Track  
14  
Press Store (remote or under the front panel).  
Press Store to add the track, or Clear to remove  
the track.  
The track will change from Track to Store, and all the  
other tracks will be marked Clear.  
To clear a programme  
Press * (front panel or remote) twice.  
For example:  
Store  
14  
You should store the first track for a selection within  
two seconds, or it will begin to play.  
The display will show: Clear Program  
A programme is automatically cleared if you open the  
disc drawer, or press Off.  
 
14  
Using the 808.2  
Signature Reference  
CD Player  
Changing the absolute phase  
You can use the remote to invert the absolute  
phase of the analogue output signal, which in some  
circumstances can give a noticeable improvement in  
realism.  
To display the phase setting  
Press Phase (Function = on the remote).  
The display will show: CD  
+ Phase  
To change the phase setting  
Press Phase again.  
The display will show the new phase setting.  
For example:  
CD  
- Phase  
 
15  
Using the 808.2  
Signature Reference  
CD Player  
Changing the front-panel display  
The 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player displays  
information about the current disc and settings on the  
20-character front-panel display.  
You can adjust the contrast and brightness of the front-  
panel display for optimum viewing, and choose what  
information is displayed.  
To change the contrast or brightness  
Press > or < (remote), until the display shows the  
current contrast or brightness.  
For example:  
CD  
Contrast 10  
Press A or V (remote), to change the selected  
setting.  
You can change the contrast or brightness between 0  
and 15.  
To change the displayed information  
Press Display (remote or under the front panel).  
Each time you press Display the display will step  
between the following options:  
Display option  
Initial value in Type 1  
Track and elapsed  
time  
1 68:57  
44k1 16Bit LPCM CD  
Sampling rate,  
precision, and  
audio format  
Blank  
If the Diagnostic displays option has been  
selected, additional diagnostic displays are included;  
see the Meridian Configuration Program Guide.  
 
16  
Using the 808.2  
Signature Reference  
CD Player  
17  
Using the CD player  
preamplifier features  
Using the CD player preamplifier  
features  
The 808.2i version of the 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player  
includes a preamplifier, and can act as the controller for up to 11 other  
sources.  
Both models feature an optional volume control for the analogue inputs.  
This chapter explains how to use these features from either the front  
panel or the MSR+.  
 
18  
Using the CD player  
preamplifier features  
Selecting a source  
If you are using the 808.2i Signature Reference CD  
Player as a controller you can connect up to 11 other  
sources to it, and select them from the front panel or  
remote.  
The CD player provides the following 12 sources:  
CD, Radio, DVD, Aux, Disc, Tape, TV, Cable, Sat,  
VCR1, VCR2, and Game.  
The CD source usually corresponds to the internal  
drive.  
The input associated with each of the other sources  
depends on how the CD player has been set up; for  
more information refer to the Meridian Configuration  
Program Guide.  
Your installer may have customised the labels  
displayed for each source to suit your other  
equipment.  
To select a source  
Press Source (under the front panel) until the  
display shows the source you want, or press the  
appropriate source key on the remote; eg CD.  
The display shows the source and volume setting.  
For example, if you select the Radio source:  
The display shows: Radio  
65  
The 808.2 CD player mutes the sound while you  
change source.  
 
19  
Using the CD player  
preamplifier features  
Adjusting the system volume  
The 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player provides  
an optional volume control on the analogue outputs,  
enabling it to drive amplifiers or active loudspeakers  
directly, and you can adjust the volume using the front  
panel or remote.  
The volume changes in precise steps of 1dB, where  
9dB is equivalent to doubling the loudness. The current  
volume setting is displayed in dB on the front-panel  
display, and can be varied in the range 1 to 99dB.  
To change the volume  
Press Volume A or Volume V (under the front  
panel), or the red A or V keys on the remote.  
As you adjust the volume setting the display shows the  
current volume level.  
For example:  
CD  
65  
To mute the sound  
Press Mute (remote or under the front panel).  
The display shows: Mute  
To restore the sound  
Press Mute again.  
Alternatively, the sound will be restored if you adjust the  
volume.  
 
20  
Using the CD player  
preamplifier features  
Changing the balance  
To change the balance  
Press < or > (remote) until the display shows the  
current balance.  
For example:  
CD  
Balance <0>  
Press A or V (remote) to move the listening  
position.  
The display shows the direction and position of the  
listening position.  
For example:  
CD  
Balance <3  
The arrow indicates the direction, and the number  
indicates the position where 0 is central, 8 is in line  
with the corresponding main speaker, and 10 is fully to  
one side.  
 
21  
Installing the CD  
player  
Installing the CD player  
This chapter explains how to install the 808.2 Signature Reference CD  
player. It describes what you should find when you unpack the product,  
and how you should connect it to the other equipment in the system.  
You should not make any connections to the product or to any other  
component in the system while the AC power supply is connected and  
switched on.  
 
22  
Installing the CD  
player  
Unpacking  
The 808.2 Signature Reference CD Player is supplied  
with the following accessories:  
Back panel  
The following diagram gives details of the back panel  
connections:  
MSR+ remote control with batteries, manual, and  
spare key caps.  
Meridian Comms lead.  
Power cord.  
This manual.  
If any of these items are missing please contact your  
dealer.  
NOTE: You should retain the packaging in case you  
need to transport the unit.  
Digital coax  
inputs  
(808.2i only)  
Balanced  
analogue  
outputs  
COMPUTER  
ANALOGUE  
INPUT  
DIGITAL  
INPUT  
ANALOGUE  
OUTPUT  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
LEFT  
RIGHT  
Digital coax  
output  
Trigger  
outputs  
RS232  
connections  
Meridian  
Comms  
Meridian  
SpeakerLink  
LEFT  
RIGHT  
Digital optical  
inputs  
(808.2i only)  
Analogue  
inputs  
(808.2i only)  
Unbalanced  
analogue  
outputs  
 
23  
Installing the CD  
player  
Audio outputs  
Communications connections  
Use this output  
To connect to this  
Use this connection  
To connect to this  
BALANCED OUT  
The balanced analogue inputs of a  
preamplifier, or a power amplifier  
such as the G57, using XLR leads.  
MERIDIAN COMMS  
Other Meridian G Series,  
500 Series, or 800 Series  
equipment, or Meridian  
DSP loudspeakers.  
ANALOGUE OUT  
DIGITAL OUT  
The unbalanced analogue inputs of  
a preamplifier, or a power amplifier  
such as the G57, using analogue  
phono leads.  
RS232 connection  
A computer, for configuring  
the CD player.  
TRIGGER OUTPUT  
1, 2, 3  
Equipment that can be  
triggered by a 12V 100mA  
signal.  
The digital input of a surround  
processor, such as the 861  
Reference Digital Surround  
Controller, or DSP loudspeakers,  
using a 75digital cable.  
MERIDIAN  
SPEAKERLINK  
DSP Loudspeakers with Meridian  
SpeakerLink connectors, using  
a Meridian SpeakerLink lead.  
Alternatively a standard CAT5  
network cable may be used.  
Audio inputs (808.2i only)  
Use this input  
To connect to this  
ANALOGUE IN A1 (Radio), The analogue outputs of  
A2 (TV), A3 (Cable), A4  
(Tape), A5 (VCR1), A6  
(VCR2)  
a source, such as a TV or  
tape deck.  
DIGITAL INPUT D1 (DVD),  
D2 (Aux), D3 (Disc)  
The digital output of a  
source such as a DVD  
player.  
OPTICAL INPUT O1 (Sat),  
O2 (Game)  
The optical output of a  
source such as a satellite  
receiver.  
The default assignment of the source to each input is  
shown in brackets after the input name in the above  
table. CD corresponds to the internal CD player.  
 
24  
Installing the CD  
player  
Applications  
To connect to an analogue preamplifier (Type 1 or 2)  
Meridian 808.2 CD Player  
G01/G51  
MERIDIAN  
COMMS  
MERIDIAN  
COMMS  
ANALOGUE  
OUT  
ANALOGUE IN  
A2  
Meridian Comms lead  
Phono leads  
Connect the balanced or unbalanced analogue outputs  
to the appropriate inputs on the preamplifier.  
Configure to Type 1 if using an 808.2 or 808.2i with  
no external inputs, or Type 2 for an 808.2i with other  
inputs in use; see Choosing a standard setting,  
page 30.  
If the preamplifier is a Meridian product, such as a  
G02, connect together the COMMS sockets using  
the Comms lead provided.  
To connect to an 861 Reference Digital Surround Controller (Type 1 or 2)  
861 Digital Surround Controller  
Meridian 808.2 CD Player  
MERIDIAN  
COMMS  
MERIDIAN  
COMMS  
DIGITAL  
OUT  
DIGITAL  
IN  
Meridian Comms lead  
Digital lead  
Connect the DIGITAL output from the 808.2/808.2i  
to a suitable Digital input on the digital surround  
controller, using a digital lead.  
Configure to Type 1 if using an 808.2 or 808.2i with  
no external inputs, or Type 2 for an 808.2i with other  
inputs in use; see Choosing a standard setting,  
page 30.  
Connect together the COMMS sockets using the  
Comms lead provided.  
 
25  
Installing the CD  
player  
To connect to two-channel DSP loudspeakers using SpeakerLink (Type 1 or 2)  
Meridian 808.2 CD Player  
MERIDIAN  
SPEAKERLINK  
SpeakerLink lead  
DSP loudspeaker – Slave  
DSP loudspeaker – Master  
MERIDIAN  
SPEAKERLINK  
MERIDIAN  
COMMS  
DIGITAL  
MERIDIAN  
SPEAKERLINK  
MERIDIAN  
COMMS  
DIGITAL  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
SpeakerLink lead  
The 808.2/808.2i can be connected directly to  
Meridian DSP loudspeakers to create a complete  
compact stereo system, with volume and other  
preamplifier controls provided by the loudspeakers  
via the MSR+ or the front panel. The 808.2i provides  
additional analogue and digital inputs allowing you to  
use it to control the other sources in your system.  
Connect the SpeakerLink output from the master  
DSP loudspeaker to the SpeakerLink input on the  
other (slave) DSP loudspeaker, using a second  
SpeakerLink lead.  
Configure the loudspeakers as described in the  
Meridian DSP Loudspeaker User Guide.  
Configure to Type 1 if using an 808.2 or 808.2i with  
no external inputs, or Type 2 for an 808.2i with other  
inputs in use; see Choosing a standard setting,  
page 30.  
The Meridian SpeakerLink connection provides both  
two-channel digital audio and Meridian Comms control.  
Connect the SpeakerLink output from the CD player  
to the SpeakerLink input on the DSP loudspeaker  
chosen as the master, using a SpeakerLink lead.  
 
26  
Installing the CD  
player  
To connect to two-channel DSP loudspeakers using the digital and Comms  
connections (Type 1 or 2)  
Meridian 808.2 CD Player  
MERIDIAN  
COMMS  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
M5 lead  
DSP loudspeaker – Slave  
DSP loudspeaker – Master  
MERIDIAN  
COMMS  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
DIGITAL  
INPUTS  
MERIDIAN  
COMMS  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
DIGITAL  
INPUTS  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
S5 lead  
If your DSP loudspeakers do not provide Meridian  
SpeakerLink connections you can connect to them  
using the Digital and Meridian Comms connections.  
Configure the loudspeakers as described in the  
Meridian DSP Loudspeaker User Guide.  
Configure to Type 1 if using an 808.2 or 808.2i with  
no external inputs, or Type 2 for an 808.2i with other  
inputs in use; see Choosing a standard setting,  
page 30.  
Connect the DIGITAL OUTPUT and a COMMS  
socket from the CD player to DIGITAL INPUT 1 and  
the COMMS input on the DSP loudspeaker chosen  
as the master, using an M5 lead.  
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 an S5 lead.  
 
27  
Installing the CD  
player  
To connect the 808.2/808.2i to a power amplifier (Type 0 or 3)  
Speaker  
G56/G57 Power Amplifier  
Speaker  
INPUTS  
ANALOGUE IN  
OUTPUTS  
ANALOGUE IN  
INPUTS  
Phono  
leads  
Meridian 808.2 CD Player  
ANALOGUE  
OUT  
The 808.2 includes an integrated preamplifier, allowing  
you to connect it directly to a pair of analogue active  
loudspeakers, or to analogue passive loudspeakers via  
a power amplifier such as the G56 or G57.  
Configure to Type 0 if using an 808.2 or 808.2i with  
no external inputs, or Type 3 for an 808.2i with other  
inputs in use; see Choosing a standard setting,  
page 30.  
Connect the ANALOGUE OUTPUT connections from  
the CD player to the inputs of the analogue active  
loudspeakers or power amplifier, using phono leads.  
If you are using an 808.2i connect your other sources  
to the appropriate inputs.  
 
28  
Installing the CD  
player  
To connect to other Meridian G Series or 800 Series equipment  
Meridian 808.2 CD Player  
G Series, 500 Series, or 800 Series unit  
MERIDIAN  
COMMS  
MERIDIAN  
COMMS  
Meridian Comms lead  
In a system of Meridian products, one of the products  
acts as the controller for the system, receiving infra-red  
commands from the MSR+ and then, if appropriate,  
relaying them to the other products via the Comms link.  
All the other units will be configured as non-controllers.  
The displays show: Not Con.  
If for any reason the automatic setup does not work,  
make sure you are operating the remote from a position  
where all the units can receive the infra-red, and try  
again.  
The following automatic setup procedure should be  
used to set up the Comms correctly between several  
products:  
Connect one of the DIN COMMS sockets on the  
back panel of the CD player to one of the COMMS  
sockets on another G Series, 500 Series, or 800  
Series unit, using the Comms leads provided with the  
products.  
If this fails:  
Restore the default operation by selecting one of the  
standard types; see Choosing a standard setting,  
page 30.  
The sequence in which you connect the units is not  
important.  
Do not, under any circumstances, connect any  
equipment other than Meridian G Series or 800  
Series to any socket marked COMMS on the back  
of the product.  
Switch all the units to standby.  
Press Clear (remote).  
Each unit will display: Auto  
One unit will then be designated as the controller.  
The display shows: Controller  
 
29  
Configuring the CD  
player  
Configuring the CD player  
This chapter explains how to set up the 808.2 Signature Reference CD  
Player for most standard configurations of your other equipment, using  
just the front-panel controls and MSR+.  
For complete control over all aspects of the CD player’s configuration  
it is recommended that you set up the unit using the Meridian  
Configuration Program; for full information see the Meridian  
Configuration Program Guide available separately.  
 
30  
Configuring the CD  
player  
Choosing a standard setting  
The CD player provides several sets of standard  
settings, called Types, which configure all aspects of  
the 808.2 into one of a number of alternative standard  
configurations.  
The display shows: Type in... 3  
Keep holding down Volume A for a further three  
seconds.  
Types 0 to 3 are factory settings, designed to cater  
for the most commonly needed configurations of  
associated equipment.  
The display shows: Type- please wait  
Then after a short delay the display shows the current  
Type.  
These standard Types are shown in the following table:  
Type  
Description  
For example:  
Type 1  
0
CD player, variable output, all sources  
internal.  
Press A or V on the front panel to change the Type  
number.  
1
2
CD Player, fixed output, all sources internal.  
Preamplifier, fixed output, CD internal, all  
other sources external (808.2i only).  
The display shows: Typing, please wait  
3
Preamplifier as above but variable output  
(808.2i only).  
Wait for one second, and then put the CD player into  
standby by pressing Off (front panel or remote).  
In addition, your installer may have provided one or  
more named User Types, with settings appropriate to  
the configuration of equipment when your 808.2 was  
installed.  
Switch on again to use the standard settings you  
have selected.  
You can reset the configuration of the CD player to any  
of these Types to restore it to the state it was in when  
it was installed. Note: Selecting a Type will clear any  
configuration changes you have made.  
To select a standard setting  
Warning: this procedure will reset any  
configuration changes you have made.  
Switch off any power amplifiers that are connected to  
the 808.2 and put any digital speakers into standby.  
Put the CD player into standby by pressing Off (front  
panel or remote).  
Press and hold down Volume A (under the front  
panel).  
 
31  
Configuring the CD  
player  
Setting up sources  
This section explains how to use Gain mode to set up  
the analogue sources connected to the CD player.  
You can select between sensitivities of 0.5V (most  
sensitive), 1.0V, 2.0V, or 2.5V (least sensitive).  
If the sensitivity is set too high the input will clip the  
loudest passages. The display shows:  
To turn on Gain mode  
Put the CD player into standby by pressing Off (front  
panel or remote).  
For example:  
Radio 0.5V In Clip  
Press and hold the Volume V key under the front  
panel for at least five  
seconds.  
In this case reduce the sensitivity.  
If you have selected a digital source you cannot adjust  
the sensitivity. The display shows:  
The display shows: Gain On  
For example:  
CD  
Not Analogue  
The CD player will then return to standby with Gain  
mode turned on.  
Gain mode adds an extra Sensitivity option to the  
menus.  
To turn off Gain mode  
Repeat the above procedure.  
The display shows: Gain Off  
To adjust the sensitivity of a source  
To obtain the best signal-to-noise ratio for your  
analogue sources you can adjust the sensitivity of each  
input to give the highest level that does not produce  
clipping.  
Turn on Gain mode, as described above.  
Select the source you want to adjust, with loud  
source material playing.  
Press < or > (remote) until the display shows the  
current sensitivity.  
For example:  
Radio 2.0V In  
Press A or V (remote) to change the sensitivity.  
 
32  
Configuring the CD  
player  
33  
Index  
Index  
A
F
R
absolute phase 14  
accessories 22  
front panel keys 6  
repeating play 11  
cancelling 11  
G
automatic setup 27  
auxiliary output 22  
restarting the current track 9  
RS232 connection 23  
Gain mode 31  
B
S
I
back panel connections 22  
balance, changing 20  
safety warnings ii  
scanning a disc 12  
selections  
inputs 23  
M
balanced outputs 22  
brightness, front-panel display 15  
adding a track 13  
clearing 13  
Meridian Digital Surround Controller,  
connecting to 24  
C
programming 13  
specifying tracks not to play 13  
sound, muting 19  
sources 18  
Meridian DSP loudspeakers,  
connecting to 25, 26  
clip indicator 31  
Comms, connecting 23, 26, 28  
communications connections 23  
configuring 29  
Meridian System Remote keys 7  
muting the sound 19  
adjusting sensitivity 31  
selecting 18  
O
connecting  
SpeakerLink 23  
to an 861 Reference Digital  
Surround Controller 24  
to a power amplifier 27  
to DSP loudspeakers 25, 26  
to Meridian G Series, 500 Series,  
or 800 Series equipment 28  
continuing play 10  
outputs 23  
connecting with 25  
specification 3  
P
standard settings, selecting 30  
standby, switching to 8  
stopping play 10  
switching on and off 8  
pausing play 10  
continuing after pausing 10  
phase  
changing 14  
contrast, front-panel display 15  
reviewing 14  
T
playing a disc 9  
D
tracks  
from a particular track 9  
repeatedly 11  
playing from a particular track 9  
restarting the current track 9  
trigger outputs 23  
Types 30  
display, front panel 15  
DSP loudspeakers  
preamplifier features 17  
programming a selection 13  
clearing 13  
connecting via SpeakerLink 25  
connecting via the digital and  
Comms connectors 26  
 
34  
Index  
U
unpacking 22  
V
volume, adjusting 19  

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