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You can use a single 3100 loudspeaker as a centre speaker in a Meridian surround system.

Connect the speaker to the CENTRE digital output using an M5 lead, as shown in the illustration.

Specifications

Digital inputs and outputs

Characteristics

2 x cable inputs, 32–96kHz. FIFO locks at 44.1, 48, 88.2, or 96kHz ±150ppm.

PCM using IEC958, or MHR connection support with auto-detection.

1 x 24-bit Multi-bit delta-sigma DACs with 128x oversampling.

Signal processing

1 Motorola 56367 running at 150MHz.

3 x 24-bit Multi-bit delta-sigma DACs with 128x oversampling.

Crossover linear-phase ±30º at 2.6kHz.

Output stages

Power amplifiers: Complementary bipolar design, with output-stage error correction and twin loop design.

Bass/Mid: 75W.

Tweeter: 50W.

Acoustic

DSP3100: 2 way, vented box;

DSP3100HC: 2½ way, closed box.

DSP3100: 1 x 160mm (6.5");

DSP3100HC: 2 x 120mm (5.25"); doped carbon fibre high-efficiency long-throw drivers.

Treble drive unit: 1 x 25mm (1") Meridian piston doped fabric dome.

Distortion typically <0.01%, or <0.02% up to full power at all frequencies.

Noise and hum <-94dBr at all volume settings.

Acoustic output typically >111dB spl @ 1m.

Acoustic noise <15dB spl @ 1m.

Frequency response in room response within 3dB, 45Hz-20kHz.

Control

2 x Meridian Comms.

9-pin D connector for RS232 PC control, null modem, 9600 baud, 2N1, no HS.

Cabinet

Bonded aluminium panels.

MDF cloth-covered grille.

Silver/black finish.

DSP3100: 194 x 386 x 254mm (7.65 x 15.2 x 10") (W x H x D), 12kg (27lb).

DSP3100HC: 470 x 174 x 254mm (18.5 x 6.9 x 10") (W x H x D), 15kg (33lb).

Power

100-125; 200-250V AC 50-60Hz.

20VA standby; 600VA max.

Meridian Audio reserves the right to amend product specifications at any time.

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Meridian America specifications Connecting a 3100 loudspeaker as a centre speaker, Specifications

3100 specifications

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