Meridian Audio TV Video Accessories G98 User Manual

G98 DVD Audio Transport  
G98 DVD Audio Transport  
Video scaling/resolution en-  
hancement for single, high  
quality path to display  
DVD-ROM drive reads data  
with maximum accuracy  
Plays all CD and DVD optical  
discs including hybrids  
G98AH rear panel composite drawing (actual panel layout may differ slightly)  
Video Processor:  
Two composite video inputs, one component input,  
three S-Video inputs; composite, S-Video, component  
and HDMI outputs (DVI-compatible, HDMI also carries  
2-ch audio), outputs all simultaneously active; se-  
lected video input is converted to all formats at valid  
resolutions (except non-interlaced component input  
which bypasses processor). Faroudja DCDi® scaling  
and de-interlacing technology. HDMI port supports  
480p, 576p, 720p, and 1080i. Analogue component  
out at 480p and 576p  
Powerful multi-format video  
processor with HDMI/DVI  
Outline Specifications  
Formats:  
DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, DVD-R; Video CD (VCD),  
CVCD, MP3; CD Audio (CD-DA), CD-R and hybrids  
such as SACD (CD layer only) and CD/DVD-A/V (Dual-  
Disc).  
Unique MHR SmartLink con-  
nects high-resolution digital  
signals to Meridian systems  
Audio outputs:  
G98DH: 3 x digital coax main outputs with MHR  
Smart Link, plus 15-pin ‘D’ type connector. 1 x digital  
coax auxiliary output. HDMI 2-ch/bitsream audio (and  
video)  
Decodes film soundtracks,  
enabling external upsam-  
pling to 24/96  
Controls:  
Front-panel soft key functions include Play, Stop,  
Pause, Previous, Next, plus Home and More keys. Off,  
Display and Open/Close buttons. Off gently illumi-  
nated when off; keys back-illuminated when on  
G98AH: 6-channel analogue output on phonos,  
2Vrms, 47Ω impedance, plus digital aux out (Toslink  
optical and coax). HDMI 2-ch/bitstream audio (and  
video)  
Comms:  
Full RS232 control and status enables custom integra-  
tion or automation. Meridian Comms (2 x DIN plus  
BNC)  
Video features:  
Automatic PAL or NTSC encoding on Composite and  
S-Video outputs. NTSC black-level setup adjustable as  
0 or 7.5IRE. 16:9 and 4:3 displays supported  
Trigger:  
12v trigger output allows control of power amps, etc  
On-Screen Display: Switchable custom On-Screen Display allows instant  
review of disc status. Screen saver with user timeout  
options. Logo screen with PLUGE bars enables set-up  
of display device  
Dimensions:  
Width: 440mm (17.32in); Depth: 350mm (13.78in)  
plus connectors; Height: 90mm (3.54in)  
Meridian’s G Series line of high performance  
Virtually every piece of audio equipment has its  
own, characteristic sound. But at Meridian, our  
intention is to represent the original acoustic  
or studio event as accurately as possible. The  
characteristic sound of Meridian, therefore, is  
clear: its the real thing. We achieve this sound  
in many ways, including careful choice of the  
right components, the right signal processing,  
multi-layer PC boards, the shortest possible  
analogue chain, precision digital design and the  
lowest jitter. Then there are the little things, like  
using gold-plated connectors throughout.  
digital & analogue consumer audio components  
feature a stylish cabinet design in traditional  
black or a sleek silver finish.  
Rack Mounting:  
Weight:  
Kit available from Meridian authorized dealers  
9kg (19.8lbs)  
Panel Display:  
Multi-character dot-matrix graphic Vacuum Fluores-  
cent Display (VFD)  
Power:  
Universal supply 100–240V, 50–60Hz, 25W  
Designed to be either free-standing or rack-  
mounted, G Series components build on their  
predecessors, the multi-award-winning 500 and  
our flagship 800 Series, and include entirely new  
circuitry developed specifically for the G Series.  
Built-in broadcast-quality circuits deliver the  
most advanced, high-quality video available  
today.  
Multi-layer boards reduce system noise and  
improve performance. In products which include  
video capabilities, broadcast-quality, wide-  
bandwidth video components are employed for  
maximum image integrity.  
The video processor includes picture controls,  
available via the MSR+ and front-panel display.  
For the internal DVD and external video inputs  
you can adjust the horizontal and vertical picture  
position. In addition, for the video inputs you  
can adjust the brightness, contrast, colour, and  
hue (NTSC inputs only).  
The G98 DVD-Audio transport plays audio CDs,  
MP3 CDs, Video CDs, DVD-Video, and DVD-  
Audio discs. It can decode Dolby Digital, DTS,  
MPEG, MP3, and MLP data streams to PCM for  
stereo playback. And it can output Dolby Digital,  
DTS, and MPEG bitstreams for connection to a  
surround controller such as the G68, for which  
the G98 is an ideal companion.  
G Series units are easy to use. Where appropri-  
ate, a knob is included to control volume. The  
positive-action front-panel keys are software-  
defined: their legends are presented in the  
vacuum fluorescent display and change  
intelligently according to context.  
The HDMI output can be connected to a DVI  
input if the device supports HDCP copy protec-  
tion, using a suitable adaptor cable.  
Meridian Audio Limited  
Stonehill, Stukeley Meadows  
Huntingdon, Cambridge PE29 6EX  
UK  
Two versions of the G98 are available, the  
G98AH with analogue outputs, and the G98DH  
with digital interfacing, though both have basic  
digital outputs in addition. The G98AH and  
G98DH provide fixed-level multichannel or two-  
channel audio outputs. They are designed for  
use with a surround controller with multichannel  
analogue (G98AH) or digital (G98DH) inputs.  
Alternatively, either model can be connected to  
a pair of DSP loudspeakers to create a complete  
high-quality two-channel DVD system.  
Full installation configuration of many G Series  
components is achieved by running a special  
setup program on a Windows computer,  
connected to the G Series unit via a serial link,  
or direct from the front panel.  
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 specifications at any time.  
Tel +44 (0) 1480 445678  
Fax +44 (0) 1480 445686  
Meridian America Inc  
3800 Camp Creek Parkway  
Building 2400 Suite 122  
Atlanta GA 30331 USA  
Tel +1 (404) 344 7111  
Fax +1 (404) 346 7111  
G Series products also include serial ports for  
remote operation and configuration, along with  
infra-red sensor input and trigger capabilities,  
plus Meridian communications ports. A compre-  
hensive back-lit learning/programmable remote  
is included with products other than amplifiers.  
Further technical details, images, product  
reviews and company history are available from  
Meridian Audio or from our web site,  
The G98AH and G98DH include a powerful  
video processor and scaler incorporating both  
©Text & images 2003 Meridian Audio Ltd.  
G98DS v3.1 • 4.11.03 RE  
 

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