Bad code combination is displayed if there is a version inconsistency across the software modules.

As you say, this can result from a failed/incomplete software upgrade or, a result of the user chosing to run a different version of one particular module - the classic one being the user running a different audio filter - im sure someone will chime in with a link to relevent threads to see if this applies to your unit.

You can check what modules are loaded by pressing the display button in standby.

Never heard it related to imminent power supply failure.


The German source should be ashamed. Hopefully another dealer reading this will offer you up a version for free and the German dealer will lose business from their greed.

Meridian owner since 1992
Prime & PSU, Focal Elear headphones, Roon (ROCK 8Gi5 NUC), Explorer 1 & 2, F80. 200/203, various Sonos (via Roon).