Page 2 - Sales and service in the UK
Preface ii Sales and service in the UK Meridian Audio Ltd Stonehill Stukeley Meadows Cambs PE18 6ED England Tel (01480) 52144 Fax (01480) 459934 Sales and service in the USA Meridian America Inc 3800 Camp Creek Parkway Building 2400 Suite 112 Atlanta GA 30331 Tel (404) 344 7111 Fax (404) 346 7111 De...
Page 3 - Contents; Introduction
iii Preface Contents Introduction 1 Introduces the 505 Mono 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 5 - n choosing the 505 Mono Power Amplifier you have acquired a
Introduction I n choosing the 505 Mono Power Amplifier you have acquired a component that combines major advances in audio and engineering design. The 505 Mono Power Amplifier uses a unique feedback topology and precision local error correction system. It includes a massive single wound toroidal tra...
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 502 508 505 A500 505 508 Compact Disc Player The 508 Compact Disc Player is an integrated CD transport and converter, providing both digital and analogue outputs. The 508 Compact Disc Player is ideally s...
Page 8 - 02 Analogue Controller
4 Introduction 566 20-bit Digital to AnalogueConverter 502 Analogue Controller A500 566 500 A500 502 505 505 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...
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 1.27V RMS (phono). 2.5V RMS (balanced). Output (stereo) Greater than 160W per channel into 8 Ω . Greater than 270W per channel into 4 Ω . Distortion Less than 0.05%. Noise Less than -90dB. Finish Black textured enamel and glass. Heatsi...
Page 12 - Unpacking; Before connecting power; Do not make connections, or insert or remove plugs, while; To position the mono power amplifier
Setting up the mono power amplifier 8 Unpacking The 505 Mono Power Amplifier comes in a box containing the following components: ❍ 505 Mono Power Amplifier. ❍ 1 power cord. ❍ 1 phono shorting plug. ❍ This manual. You are advised to retain the packing in case you need to transport the unit. Before co...
Page 13 - Back panel; Connecting the mono power amplifier; Outputs
Setting up the mono power amplifier 9 Back panel Connecting the mono power amplifier BALANCED INPUT (use shorting plug) + OFF ON + - - INPUT Outputs (+) Balancedinput Outputs (-) Phonoinput Outputs The following table gives details of the output connections: Use these outputs To connect to this +, -...
Page 14 - Inputs
Setting up the mono power amplifier 10 Inputs The following two alternative audio inputs are provided: Use this input To connect to this INPUT A preamplifier, using a phono connector and high-quality screened cable. BALANCED INPUT A balanced analogue output, using an XLR connector: 1 (Green) = GND 2...
Page 15 - To connect to A500 Loudspeakers; To connect to a 501 Control Unit
Setting up the mono power amplifier 11 To connect to A500 Loudspeakers A500 Loudspeaker A500 Loudspeaker 505 Mono Power Amplifier 505 Mono Power Amplifier ● Use the links provided to bridge the HF and LF terminals on the back of each loudspeaker. ● Connect the red and black terminals from each louds...
Page 16 - To bi-wire to A500 Loudspeakers
Setting up the mono power amplifier 12 To bi-wire to A500 Loudspeakers A500 Loudspeaker A500 Loudspeaker 505 Mono Power Amplifier 505 Mono 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 ...
Page 17 - No front panel indicator is shown; Troubleshooting
Setting up the mono power amplifier 13 This section describes problems you may encounter when using the mono power amplifier, and includes suggested solutions. If these suggestions fail to cure the problem, please contact your Meridian dealer for further assistance. No front panel indicator is shown...
Page 18 - Cleaning; Note: Do not use abrasive cleaners on any part of the mono; To clean the case; Maintenance; To change the mains fuse
Setting up the mono power amplifier 14 Cleaning When cleaning the mono 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 mono power amplifier. To clean the ...
Page 19 - Service and guarantee; Service
Setting up the mono power amplifier 15 Service and guarantee 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 e...
Page 21 - Index
17 Index Index M Maintenance 14 Meridian 500 Series 2 500 Compact Disc Transport 3 502 Analogue Controller 3, 4 505 Mono Power Amplifier 3 508 Compact Disc Player 3 562 Digital Control Unit 3 562V Multimedia Controller 5 566 20-bit Digital to Analogue Converter 4 communications 2 Meridian A500 Louds...
