Specifications

Bob Stuart answers Questions about the Meridian 598
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78 What are the three vertical stripes in the Logo screen?
The wavy Meridian logo screen has precisely calibrated video. The background is within 0.1%
of true black. The intensity of the logo is adjustable in Setup. When set ‘high’ the Meridian
logo is at 50% contrast, it is reduced to 12% on ‘low’ and there is an off (black) option as well.
In the bottom right corner we include a PLUGE pattern – three successive regions below
black, black and above black. Your brightness control is correctly adjusted when you only see
the right-hand stripe. These levels are correct on the high- and low-intensity logo screens.
Control…?
79 Does 598 come with a remote?
Yes, we supply the Meridian System Remote (MSR). 598 ships with a new version, MSR4,
which has higher output and extra button functions for DVD media.
80 Can I control 598 with a programmable remote like Pronto?
Yes, you can teach most remotes to use the RC5 language on which Meridian infrared is
based. For programming products like Pronto a more direct method can be used and we
supply the codes in documents available at these links.
http://www.meridian-audio.com/apps/PublicRC5.PDF
http://www.meridian-audio.com/lib_apps.htm
81 Can I control 598 with RS232?
Yes, see Q. 82. Normally you would connect one Meridian product using RS232, it will then
communicate with the Meridian installation.
82 Can I control 598 with AMX, Crestron or Phast?
Yes. The 598 has a very full set of commands that allow it to be fully integrated into any
control system that uses an RS232 bridge. These commands are posted on our website for
all supported products at:
http://www.meridian-audio.com/lib_apps.htm
83 Why would you want to make 598 the System Controller?
If you had no more natural Meridian controller (e.g. 568, 861, DSP5000, DSP6000, DSP8000)
within infra-red ‘sight’ of the listening position. Or, if your do not have a surround decoder and
want to control products like Meridian 504 or DSP33 Loudspeakers.
84 Do I need new software in my Meridian DSP Loudspeakers?
If you have new or upgraded 96/24 DSP speakers and you want the Master speaker to be the
system Controller, then make sure it has software 4.1 or higher loaded in. The latest software
can be obtained from:
http://www.meridian-audio.com/lib_soft2.htm
85 Do I need new software in my Meridian 561, 565, 568 or 861?
For full compatibility with 598 you need to be running: Version 1.5 or higher in 561, Version
6.0 or higher in 565 and Version 2.5 or higher in 861. 565 needs an EPROM and you should
be sure to get this done by your dealer.
The latest software for 561, 568 and 861 can be obtained from: