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Hi all,
Not had any problems with my 861v2 since I first bought it years back. Recently tried setting a new profile using the legacy software and it failed to update. I powered the unit down and switched it back on and all it does now is just keep resetting itself, Meridian 861 comes on the display then goes off and repeats.
Has anyone experienced this, is there a way to do a factory reset if the unit is constantly resetting itself, I used to be able to at least connect via the software from a computer and just reload profile.
I expect the issue is with the 800-C00 card, is there a way to flash it back to factory settings using the jumpers on there card itself?
Any advice would be much appreicated.
Hifi - PC, 861, 2x505, XTZ
Cans - PC, Oppo HA-1, Fostex TH-X00PH
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You will need to re-type the processor. The steps are found on page 48 - 50 of the user manual. Hopefully this works for you. Nick
558.2 amp, Meridian A500 speakers, M2500 sub, Director & Explorer DACs
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When was the last time the power supply was replaced? Retype by holding down the volume button while in standby.
www.cmbintegrations.comOne step from the Presidency #1 Trinnov Altitude 32-8-16, 271, 8000XE, 7200SEHC, 7200.2, Seaton F18, JL Fathom F113, Revel w990's, Kef R7, ATI 528 Amp, JVC RS4100K, SI screen. Roon Nucleus+, Eno AG, Eno M link, 218. #2 Mark Levinson No5105, Ayre VX8 and CX8, Vandersteen Treo CT, Preamp varies. #3 Meridian Ellipse
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Thanks for suggesting re-typing it but that’s the first thing I tried, the unit doesn't seem to hold the settings the next time it boots up it just continues to cycle through displaying "Meridian 861" then switching off.
The PSU hasn't been upgraded so maybe it could be related to that.
I will probably just sell it as spares if I can't find anyone to repair in the UK.
Hifi - PC, 861, 2x505, XTZ
Cans - PC, Oppo HA-1, Fostex TH-X00PH
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The PSU is cheap and easy to replace. Would be a nice next step before resorting to parting it out.
www.cmbintegrations.comOne step from the Presidency #1 Trinnov Altitude 32-8-16, 271, 8000XE, 7200SEHC, 7200.2, Seaton F18, JL Fathom F113, Revel w990's, Kef R7, ATI 528 Amp, JVC RS4100K, SI screen. Roon Nucleus+, Eno AG, Eno M link, 218. #2 Mark Levinson No5105, Ayre VX8 and CX8, Vandersteen Treo CT, Preamp varies. #3 Meridian Ellipse
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Paranoid android
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Sounds exactly like a power supply issue. DIY it's about £40.
Neil
1) MS200, G65, Revivers, DSP5000.2, DSP5000C.2, DSP3100, D1500, SME10/IV.
2) Mac Mini (Roon), Explorer 2, Sennheiser HD6XX.
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Great, cheers guys, will give that a go, can anyone recommend a place to source in the UK, the PSU?
Hifi - PC, 861, 2x505, XTZ
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The power supply you are looking for is a ECM40UT31. They can be sourced from Farnell or RS Components. Do check Meridian's Technical Note 7a if you have a different PSU installed as the wires need re-arranging. Just make sure that you tweak the 5v to read between 5.1v and 5.2v for reliable operation. Good luck. Steve
Main: 861v6 (LPS), 808v6, UHD722, DSP8000SE Anniversaries, DSP5200.2HC, DSP7200.2, SW1600, Sky Q, Cambridge Audio BD, Roon, M80
Office: 861v4 (LPS), 818v3, 800v4, HD621, M&K S150P, DSP5500HC, M&K MPS2810 sub x2
Son's system: 861v4, HD621, DSP6000.2, DSP5200HC, DSP33
Spare: MCD, 100 Series, 200 Series, 500 Series, F80s, C15s.
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Hi Steve,
Thank you very much for the info, I will get a replacement to test out if its not too difficult, will take you up on the offer if I think its too much for myself.
I'm also waiting to hear back from Edd (Mr Tech Guy) to see if there are any service/upgrade options.
Much appreciated,
Adrian
Hifi - PC, 861, 2x505, XTZ
Cans - PC, Oppo HA-1, Fostex TH-X00PH
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