Page 3 - Contents; Introduction
iii Preface Contents Introduction 1 Introduces the 556 Stereo Power Amplifier, and provides an overview of the other products available in the Meridian 500 Series. The Meridian 500 Series ........................ 2 Sample configurations ........................... 3 Specification and accessories ......
Page 6 - The Meridian 500 Series; 00 Series communications
2 Introduction The Meridian 500 Series The Meridian 500 Series is a unique system of digital, analogue, and video components designed to meet the demand for absolute quality, ease of use, and lasting value. The flexibility of the Meridian 500 Series is such that you can assemble a system as simple o...
Page 7 - Sample configurations; 00 Compact Disc Transport
Introduction 3 Sample configurations 500 Compact Disc Transport 504 500 562 DSP5000 DSP5000 A500 504 506 501 556 A500 506 20-Bit CD Player The 506 20-Bit CD Player is an integrated CD transport and converter, providing both digital and analogue outputs. The 506 20-Bit CD Player is ideally suited for...
Page 8 - 02 Analogue Controller
4 Introduction 566 20-Bit Digital to AnalogueConverter 502 Analogue Controller A500 566 500 557 A500 502 The digital output provided by the 500 Compact Disc Transport can be decoded by the 566 20-Bit Digital to Analogue Converter to provide a high-quality audio output for use with a conventional aud...
Page 9 - 62V Multimedia Controller
Introduction 5 562V Multimedia Controller LaserDisc Video recorder 500 562V Television 504 Satellite DSP6000 DSP6000 The 562V Multimedia Controller is the ideal control unit for use with the Meridian DSP6000 Digital Loudspeakers. It provides direct digital inputs for digital sources, such as the 500...
Page 10 - Specification and accessories; Specification
6 Introduction Specification and accessories Specification Input 1.6V RMS. Output (stereo) Greater than 100W per channel into 8 Ω . Greater than 170W per channel into 4 Ω . Distortion Less than 0.1%. Noise Less than -100dB. Finish Black textured enamel and glass. Heatsinks black painted aluminium. D...
Page 12 - Unpacking; Before connecting power; To position the stereo power amplifier
Setting up the stereo power amplifier 8 Unpacking The 556 Stereo Power Amplifier comes in a box containing the following components: ❍ 556 Stereo Power Amplifier. ❍ 1 power cord. ❍ This manual. You are advised to retain the packing in case you need to transport the unit. Before connecting power Befo...
Page 13 - Back panel; Connecting the stereo power amplifier; Outputs
Setting up the stereo power amplifier 9 Back panel Connecting the stereo power amplifier Outputs The output terminals should be connected to loudspeakers of 4 Ω to 15 Ω , using either banana plug or bare wire connections. Each channel of the 556 Stereo Power Amplifier provides twin outputs for bi-wi...
Page 14 - To connect to a 501 Control Unit; To connect to A500 Loudspeakers
Setting up the stereo power amplifier 10 To connect to a conventionalpreamplifier ● Connect the sockets marked INPUT on the back panel of the stereo power amplifier to the outputs from your preamplifier. You should either use a twin-screened audio cable, or a pair of single-screened audio cables. Th...
Page 15 - To bi-wire to A500 Loudspeakers
Setting up the stereo power amplifier 11 To bi-wire to A500 Loudspeakers A500 Loudspeaker A500 Loudspeaker 556 Stereo Power Amplifier ● If necessary, remove the links bridging the LF and HF terminals on the back of each loudspeaker. ● Connect the LF red and black terminals from each loudspeaker to t...
Page 16 - No front panel indicator is shown; Troubleshooting
Setting up the stereo power amplifier 12 The 556 Stereo Power Amplifier also includes a power circuit breaker to protect the loudspeakers. ❍ Check the system for the cause of the cut out. ❍ Switch off, wait 5 seconds, then switch on to reset the power. This section describes problems you may encount...
Page 17 - Cleaning; To clean the case; Maintenance
Setting up the stereo power amplifier 13 Cleaning When cleaning the stereo power amplifier bear in mind that the front of the unit is metal, and the lid is glass. Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the unit. Note: Do not use abrasive cleaners on any part of the stereo power amplifier. To clea...
Page 18 - Service; Service and guarantee; Guarantee
Setting up the stereo power amplifier 14 Service The Meridian 500 Series of hi-fi components have been carefully designed to give years of untroubled service. There are no user- serviceable parts inside the case, nor do the units require any form of maintenance. In the unlikely event that your stere...
Page 19 - Index
15 Index Index M Maintenance 13 Meridian 500 Series 2 500 Compact Disc Transport 3, 4, 5 501 Control Unit 3 502 Analogue Controller 4 504 Stereo FM Tuner 3, 5 506 20-Bit CD Player 3 556 Stereo Power Amplifier 3 557 Stereo Power Amplifier 4 562 Digital Controller 3 562V Multimedia Controller 5 566 20...