Meridian M80 User manual

M80 User Guide

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Important safety instructions
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
(North America) Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade, or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and at the point
they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when
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the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen in to the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Do not expose the product to dripping or
splashing.
Do not place any object filled with liquid,
such as a vase, on the product.
Do not place naked flame sources, such
as lighted candles, on the product.
Do not expose batteries (battery pack or
batteries installed) to excessive heat such
as sunshine, fire or the like.
To avoid interference
Do not position the product:
Near strong magnetic radiation, such as
near a power amplifier.
Near to a television, or where connecting
cables may be subject to or cause
interference.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE
This apparatus has been designed with Class
1 construction and must be connected to a
mains socket outlet with a protective earthing
connection (the third grounding pin).
This apparatus has no on/off switch. To
disconnect this apparatus from power, you
must disconnect the power cord. Make sure
the power cord is always easily accessible.
To avoid overheating
Leave at least 10cm around the equipment
to ensure sufficient ventilation.
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Do not position the product:
In direct sunlight.
Near heat sources, such as a radiator.
Directly on top of heat producing
equipment, such as a power amplifier.
On a soft surface, such as a carpet, which
would obstruct the ventilation holes in the
base.
The product normally runs warm to the touch.
Remote control safety
instructions.
Never drop the remote control or expose it
to moisture.
If the remote control will not be used for a
long time, please remove the batteries.
Use the batteries correctly to avoid
possible leakage and corrosion. Do not
leave the batteries exposed to direct
sunlight or high temperature environment.
Do not heat or expose to flame. Do not
mix old and new batteries.
Do not use batteries of different types at
the same time. Do not attempt to recharge
the batteries.
In case battery leakage occurs, do not
touch the liquid with bare hands. Wipe out
any liquid inside the battery compartment,
and insert new batteries.
i80 compatibility
The i80 is fully compatible with the iPod Mini,
iPod Nano, iPod Classic, and iTouch.
It may also be usable with the iPhone; when
connecting select Airplane Mode to avoid
incoming calls and messages interrupting the
audio.
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FCC Information (USA)
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not approved by
Meridian could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
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. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encourage to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the
equipment.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
Acknowledgements
Boothroyd|Stuart Meridian, Meridian, and
Meridian Digital Theatre are registered trade
marks of Meridian Audio Ltd.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trade
marks of Dolby Laboratories.
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iPhone and iPod are trade marks or
registered trade marks of Apple Inc.
The product incorporates FreeRTOS Version
v3.0.0 under the terms and conditions of the
GNU General Public License at:
http://www.freertos.org/a00114.html
DOLBY: Manufactured under license from
Dolby Laboratories.
MACROVISION: This product incorporates
copyright protection technology that is
protected by method claims of certain U.S.
patents and other intellectual property rights
owned by Macrovision Corporation and other
rights owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorised by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and
other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise
authorised by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Copyright
Copyright © 2007-2010 Meridian Audio Ltd
Meridian Audio Ltd
Latham Road
Huntingdon
Cambridgeshire
PE29 6YE, England
See: http://www.meridian-audio.com/
Part no: M80/1 (P85626)
Designed and manufactured in the UK by
Meridian Audio Ltd. Meridian Audio reserves
the right to make changes and improvements
to any of the products described in this
document without prior notice.
This guide was produced by:
Human-Computer Interface Ltd,
http://www.interface.co.uk/
Preface

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Welcome to the M80 Compact Entertainment System
This section explains how to set up your product in six simple steps.
1 Unpack the product
Your M80 is supplied with the following
components:
Power cord.
Rod antenna.
DAB-optimised coil antenna.
Wire antenna.
Remote control.
Meridian i80 iPod Dock.
i80 iPod Dock cable.
This User Guide.
If any of these items are missing please contact
your supplier.
We recommend you retain the packaging in case
you need to transport the unit at a later date.
Before you begin
Before you begin installation you should ensure
that your product is set to the correct voltage for
your local supply, as indicated by the label on the
back panel next to the power input.
If it is not, do not try to use the unit, and contact
your dealer.
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2 Position the product
Although you can position your product almost
anywhere convenient, for best results bear the
following considerations in mind:
Avoid wet locations
The product is an electrical appliance, and so
should not be positioned in a location where it
may get splashed or wet, such as in a bathroom
or on a kitchen sideboard.
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Avoid direct sunlight or carpets
The product includes a powerful amplifier, which
needs adequate ventilation. Avoid positioning the
product in direct sunlight, such as in a window, or
on a pile carpet.
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If the product overheats, protection circuits switch
it off until it has cooled down.
3 Connect an antenna
The product includes an internal antenna, and in
areas of strong reception this will be sufficient to
receive a good signal on the DAB and FM bands.
If you do not achieve good results with the
internal antenna, you may use one of the external
antennas supplied, or connect another suitable
external (eg cable or outdoor) antenna, as follows:
Telescopic rod antenna
The telescopic antenna provides very good
reception for FM, AM, and DAB.
Attach the rod antenna to the socket marked
Ant. 1.
Extend it to its full extent.
Wire antenna
If you prefer not to have the antenna visible, the
wire antenna can be draped behind furniture, or
run up a wall.
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The wire antenna provides very good reception
for FM, AM, and DAB, but experiment with the
lay of the wire to get the best signal strength.
Attach the wire antenna to the socket marked
Ant. 1
DAB-optimised coil antenna
A UK DAB-optimised coil antenna may be
included.
Attach the antenna to the socket marked
Ant. 1.
Cable or external antenna
In difficult reception areas (eg some high-rise
or shielded buildings) it may be necessary or
preferable to connect an external antenna, or a
radio feed provided by a Cable supplier or in the
building infrastructure.
Attach the antenna cable to the socket marked
Ant. 1.
Change the antenna setting
If you have fitted an external antenna, you need
to change the antenna setting for the band you
want to use; see To set up the antennas , page
15.
Note: In some circumstances you may want to
use more than one external antenna to get the
best reception on two or three bands. Meridian
provides an FAQ on this subject on their website:
http://www.meridian-audio.com/apps/ant80.htm
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4 Connect power
Plug one end of the power cord supplied with
the product into the power connector on the
back panel.
Connect the other end to a wall socket.
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5 Listen to the radio
Press the Home key, marked h.
The Home menu will be displayed:
Aux Adjust
Radio Disc
Press the key labelled Radio.
Press the key labelled Band to select the
waveband.
If you select the DAB band (where available) you
will be prompted to scan for stations:
No services
^Station
Please select Scan
Band `
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DAB
Press (followed by Scan to scan for
stations.
The radio will then tune to the first station found.
Press )followed by Station `or ^to
select a station:
BBC Radio 2
^Station
Selecting service
Band `
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DAB
Adjust the volume by turning the knob to the
right of the product, or mute the sound by
pressing the knob.
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6 Play a CD
Press the Home key, marked h.
The Home menu will be displayed:
Aux Adjust
Radio Disc
Press the key labelled Disc.
Insert a CD in the slot, label uppermost, and
gently push it into the slot until it is drawn into
the drive:
The CD will start playing automatically.
Adjust the volume by turning the knob to the
right of the product, or mute the sound by
pressing the knob.
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What next?
For more information about playing audio CDs
and DVDs see Playing discs , page 7.
For more information about using the Radio see
Listening to the radio , page 9.
For more information about playing music from
your iPod see Playing your iPod , page 12.
For information about setting up your product the
way you want it see Adjusting the product ,
page 14.

ALFRED DUNHILL
ENGINEERED BY MERIDIAN
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Using the product
Displaying the Home keys
You operate your product using the keys below
the display. These change function depending on
what you’re doing, as shown by the labels on the
bottom line of the display.
Whatever you're doing, you can always display
the Home keys.
Press h.
The Home keys are available even when the
product is in standby.
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Selecting the radio
To select the radio
Press Radio.
For more information about using the Radio see
Listening to the radio , page 9.
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Selecting the disc player
To select the disc player
Press Disc.
For more information about playing audio CDs
and DVDs see Playing discs , page 7.
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Selecting external inputs
To select an external input
Press Aux.
You can then select one of the external inputs:
Aux 1, Aux 2, i80, or Optical.
Adjusting settings
To adjust the settings
Press Adjust.
For more information see Adjusting the product ,
page 14.
Displaying the time
To display the time
Press the Skey when the product is in
standby to display the time, or time and date.
For information about setting the clock see
Adjusting the clock , page 14.
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Aux
Radio Disc Adjust
BBC Radio 3
DAB |_