Simaudio MOON Evolution Series SimLink, Operating the Andromeda, MOON Andromeda CD Player

MOON Andromeda CD Player

SimLink™

The SimLink™ provides communication features between various MOON components. For example, if you were to connect the Andromeda CD Player to the P-8Preamplifier via the SimLink™, pressing the X (play) button on the Andromeda would make the preamplifier automatically switch to it’s designated input for the CD Player (Please refer to the P-8owner’s manual for more information if applicable). If you were to adjust the brightness level of the large digital display window using the “Display” button on the Andromeda, the brightness level of the P-8’s display will automatically adjust to the same brightness level as that of the Andromeda. Conversely, since the SimLink™ is a true bi-directional connection, adjusting the P-8’s brightness level will automatically adjust the brightness level of the Andromeda.

A third feature of SimLink™ involves the “Standby” function. By pressing down and holding the “Standby” button for 2 seconds on the Andromeda, all other MOON components connected via the SimLink will go into “Standby” mode along with the Andromeda. The same logic applies when switching from “Standby” to active mode.

The connection rules for the SimLink™ are very basic. You must always connect the supplied cable between one component’s “SimLink™ Out” jack and another component’s “SimLink™ In” jack. If you inadvertently connect the cable between either two “SimLink™ In” or two “SimLink™ Out” jacks, the SimLink™ communication feature will not function. Also, there is no master component in a SimLink™ chain; no one particular component operates as the main communications controller.

Operating the Andromeda

We recommend that you leave your MOON Andromeda CD Player powered up at all times to maintain optimal performance. In the event that you plan to be away from your home for a few days, powering off the CD Player may not be a bad idea. Once fully “broken-in”, please keep in mind that your Andromeda will require several hours of playing time before it reaches its peak performance after you’ve powered it up again.

Turning on your MOON Andromeda for the first time

Prior to turning this CD Player on for the first time, make sure that every cable is properly connected to avoid any problems. Then turn on your CD Player in the following manner:

1)Flick the main rocker switch labeled “POWER” to the ‘1’ (on) position on the rear panel.

2)Press the push button labeled “Standby” on the Andromeda, the blue LED will confirm operation and the digital display will show ‘no disc’. You are now ready to load a compact disc and begin listening to music.

On and Off Sequence

To avoid having any annoying noises (i.e. “thumps” and “pops”) emanate from your speakers when powering your Andromeda on or off, you should

1)Always power up your Andromeda CD Player before powering up your preamplifier and/or integrated amplifier.

2)Always power down your Andromeda after powering down your preamplifier and/or integrated amplifier.

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