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Overview as Resolution Enhancement Processor (Type 1)
There are a wide number of applications for this mode of 518: three examples are described.
CD or LaserDisc playback improvement
Many installations use the
This CD playback system may then have its analogue output connected to a preamp or integrated amplifier in the usual way.
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Using 518 as part of CD playback
The diagram above illustrates how 518 is added to such a system. The picture shows that the source could be a CD transport, a LaserDisc player or both.3
The 518 provides two resolution enhancement methods:
The
The DSP DAC optimisation uses the techniques described in Appendix 4. One function the 518 provides is matching the wordlength of the source to the capability of the DAC, so for example, it can match LaserDisc or CD (both 16 bits) to an 18 or 20 bit DAC.
Normally in this mode, the 518 is not used as a volume control. Optimum performance for a disc will come, either from using
Meridian DSP speaker improvement
The Meridian DSP loudspeakers, provide the most advanced performance and
3Setup details: set 518 to Type 1. Adjust Out to match DAC.
518 User Guide