Thanks for that, I'll make the call to my friend with the news.
That's
MY Explorer 2!
but all Explorer 2's should still be under warranty.
I hope so. I'll contact Rick as it came from Audio Images.
I posted my Explorer2 to Rick at Audio Images on Wednesday.
Yesterday; I got a message from Rick to say that he had received the Explorer2; tested it and confirmed that it was faulty.
Today I have just received a brand new replacement Explorer2!
What great service from both Rick and Meridian!

Thank you both very much.