Meridian MSR + User manual

The Meridian System Remote Plus is an ad-
vanced, backlit, learning/programmable remote
control that provides a comprehensive range of
commands to allow you to control every product
in your Meridian system straight out of the box.
You can also use it to control your other equip-
ment.
The MSR+ provides a total of 51 keys to give ac-
cess to all the most frequently used commands
of your Meridian products, and a function (or
shift) key for additional, less frequently-needed
operations.
For easy selection of sources the MSR+ provides
12 source keys corresponding to the sources
provided by Meridian digital surround controllers
and preampliers.
The MSR+ is supplied with a selection of alter-
native keycaps for the source keys, which you
can use to match the particular combination of
components in your system. Extra keycaps are
provided for a range of additional devices. For
example, if you own a DVD Recorder, you can
change the keycaps to provide a DVD-R key.
Undoing four screws allows the removal of the
top cover of the MSR+, revealing the remov-
able source key caps and enabling them to be
interchanged.
The MSR+ includes an extensive internal library
of devices, from an enormous list of manufac-
turers, that can be used to replace the original
remotes for those other products. Up to nine
third-party devices can be controlled, simply by
conguring the remote with the appropriate de-
vice codes. A complete list of supported product
types and manufacturers is provided.
In addition to locating the exact code in the list
supplied, you can select the type of device and
then step through the available device codes un-
til the best one to control your device is located.
Even if you own a product that is not supported
by the built-in device library, learning capability
is included so that the Meridian System Remote
Plus can learn up to 120 commands from your
existing third-party remote controls and assign
them to a key on the MSR+.
Learned commands can also be added to the
command set provided by the product database,
so for example you can add transport controls to
your satellite receiver if it subsequently gathers
additional PVR functions.
The learning function is even able to store dual-
code commands.
For convenience, the MSR+ keypad is backlit,
so it can be used even in low-light conditions.
The remote automatically senses the ambient
light level in the room and only brings up the
backlight when it is required, thereby maximis-
ing battery life.
The MSR+ has a battery life of over six months
in normal use – a little less if the backlight is
used extensively.
Controls all Meridian
products and units from
other companies
Automatic back-light
Extensive learning capability
– up to 120 commands
including dual codes
Extensive built-in third-party
database
Interchangeable source keys
Included with all Meridian
infra-red controllable
products
MSR+ Meridian System Remote Plus

The remote runs on four AA size batteries.
When the battery power runs low, a low
battery indication is displayed.
Custom codes are stored for two minutes to al-
low battery changes to be made without losing
the stored custom information.
The panel of the MSR+ is divided into a number
of different sections for intuitive access to a
large number of control functions.
Menu keys, for navigating DVD menus or edit-
ing DSP parameters, are arranged in a central
cluster. Under them is a strip of buttons with
multiple functions, selecting Band, Angle and
OSD on a DVD player, Record on recording
machines, and colour keys to access interactive
and other functions on a TV.
On the left are number keys, plus the Function
key, which accesses secondary functions printed
in blue on other keys when held down as a
‘shift’ key. There is also a button to return to the
top menu of a DVD.
A transport key cluster is provided to the right of
the panel, and to its right are volume up/down
and mute keys. Store and Clear buttons are be-
neath the transport cluster, along with a button
to change the front-panel display to the selected
component.
Along the top of the device are 12 source select
keys with interchangeable keycaps, and the
Off button that places Meridian equipment in
stand-by mode. If a source key is pressed on its
own, the source input to the Meridian control-
ler is selected and the MSR+ is congured to
control the selected device. If the Function key is
held down while selecting a source button, the
remote controls the device without switching to
the corresponding input. Pressing the Function
key on its own will bring up the backlight if the
ambient lighting is low enough.
An indicator light at the centre front of the
remote ashes when a command is sent. This
is also used when programming the remote to
control third-party devices.
Some keys on the MSR+ are dedicated to
controlling your Meridian system and “punch
through” whatever device is selected. A reset
function is provided to return the MSR+ to its
factory settings, wiping all third-party com-
mands, while third-party control codes can also
be reset on an individual device basis.
The MSR+ is made of a special high-impact
plastic that is transparent to infra-red signals. As
a result there is no need for a special transparent
window on the front of the remote, thus adding
to the unit’s resilience. The rugged membrane
keyboard uses keycaps to provide a positive con-
rmation of operation and an excellent feel.
The Meridian System Remote Plus is provided
with all remote-controllable Meridian system
components. It can also be purchased sepa-
rately.
Meridian Audio Limited
Stonehill, Stukeley Meadows
Huntingdon, Cambridge PE29 6EX
UK
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
Meridian America Inc
3800 Camp Creek Parkway
Building 2400 Suite 122
Atlanta GA 30331 USA
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.meridian-audio.com
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Information contained in this data sheet is
correct as far as possible, but Meridian Audio
accepts no liability for errors or omissions.
Trademarks are the property of their respective
owners. Meridian Audio reserves the right to
amend product specications at any time.
Further technical details, images, product
reviews and company history are available
from Meridian Audio or from our web site,
www.meridian-audio.com
©Text & images 2003 Meridian Audio Ltd.
MSR+DS v3.0 • 20.10.03 RE
Meridian MSR+ key layout with additional
keycaps.