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Re: 218 options with Non-SL processors
Rick415 #274950 2018-04-09 07:22
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Near the end of the data sheet.
Re: 218 options with Non-SL processors
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Interesting. Didn’t think there was any way to stuff a linear supply into a box that small.

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Re: 218 options with Non-SL processors
Rick415 #274954 2018-04-09 08:06
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The inside picture reveals how it is done.

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Re: 218 options with Non-SL processors
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I still don't see a linear supply...

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Re: 218 options with Non-SL processors
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Hi All,

The 218 power supply is actually switch mode.

The 218 data sheet has been amended accordingly, some time ago I believe.

Apologies for any confusion caused.

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Re: 218 options with Non-SL processors
AudioImages - Rick #274975 2018-04-09 18:34
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Hi Rick
Could you please advise if the 258 preliminary data (which as far as the power supply is concerned is exactly the same as 218) is linear or switched mode?

Awaiting your valued response.

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Re: 218 options with Non-SL processors
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The 251 is listed as having a linear PSU on Meridian’s website see below, is this correct? Seems unlikely based on what Rick says on the 218?

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Re: 218 options with Non-SL processors
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I have to say that I feel very misled by Meridian about this. It seemed to me that they made quite a selling point about the linear power supply in the 218.

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Re: 218 options with Non-SL processors
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Went to You Tube and found a promo video of 258. Definitely (big) Linear PSU.

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Re: 218 options with Non-SL processors
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Re: 218 options with Non-SL processors
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No that advanced right? wink

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