The 218 Zone Controller contains all of the functionality needed to create a Hi-Res audio zone. Accommodating both local and distributed audio, whether analogue or digital, the Meridian 218, which comes equipped with lip-sync technology is also an endpoint for our award-winning Sooloos music management platform.
With both digital and analogue inputs and outputs, the MQA–enabled Meridian 218 is suitable for a wide range of distributed audio applications from single zone to multi-zone use. Control features including IP and IR, allow this versatile 1U tall product to be easily partnered with any of Meridian’s power amplifiers or DSP loudspeakers.
AUDIO INPUTS
- One 2-channel digital coaxial S/PDIF input. 44.1kHz to 192kHz sampling and up to 24-bit
- One 2-channel Meridian Speakerlink input. 44.1kHz to 192kHz sampling and up to 24-bit
- One 2-channel digital optical TOSLINK input. 44.1kHz to 96kHz sampling and up to 24-bit
- One 2-channel analogue input
- One network input (Ethernet) for connection to Meridian
- Sooloos or alternative control interface
AUDIO OUTPUTS
- 2 Speakerlink digital outputs
- Single RCA digital output
- 2-Channel unbalanced analogue output (192kHz DAC)
CONTROL SIGNALS
- IP Control: Network socket for use with Meridian IP Control iPad App, other Sooloos control interface and third party control systems
- IP Control
- IR on 3.5mm jack
DISPLAY
- LEDs to indicate source selection and MQA status
DIMENSIONS
- HEIGHT: 42mm [1.65in]
- WIDTH: 204mm [8.03in]
- DEPTH: 150mm [5.91in]
- WEIGHT: Standalone: 0.56Kg [1.2lbs]
CONSTRUCTION
- 1U tall rack kit available with space for two units
- Universal mounting bracket
- All-aluminium chassis
POWER
- High performance power supply: 100V ac 50/60 Hz | 110-120V ac 50/60Hz | 220-240V ac 50/60Hz