Simaudio 600i Integrated Amplifier - Manual (Page 16)

600i Dual-Mono Integrated Amplifier
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SimLink™
The SimLink™ provides communication features
between various MOON components. For example,
if you were to connect the 750D CD Player to the
600i Integrated Amplifier via the SimLink™,
pressing the X (play) button on the 750D would
cause the integrated amplifier to automatically
switch to it’s designated input for the CD Player.
You must assign the input with the name
“750D ” for this feature to work . If you were to
adjust the brightness level of the large digital display
window using the “Display” button on the 600i, the
brightness level of the 750D’s display will
automatically adjust to the same brightness level as
that of the 600i. Conversely, since the SimLink™ is
a true bi-directional connection, adjusting the
750D’s brightness level will automatically adjust the
brightness level of the 600i.
A third feature of SimLink™ involves the “Standby”
function. By pressing down and holding the
“Standby” button for 2 seconds on the 600i, all
other MOON components connected via the SimLink
will go into “Standby” mode along with the 600i.
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.
If you are using your MOON 700i with an older
MOON product such as a SuperNova, you will need
to update the software of the older product to allow
for complete SimLink™ functionality. Contact your
retailer for further details.
Operating the 600i
We recommend that you leave your MOON 600i
dual-mono integrated amplifier powered up at all
times to maintain optimal performance. When you
plan to be away from your home for a few days,
powering off the preamplifier may not be a bad idea.
Once fully “broken-in”, please keep in mind that
your 600i will require several hours of playing time
before it reaches its peak performance after you’ve
powered it up again.
Turning on your MOON 600i for the first time
Prior to turning the integrated amplifier on for the
first time, make sure that every cable is properly
connected to avoid any problems. Flick the main
rocker switch, located on the rear panel, labeled
“POWER” to the ‘1’ (on) position to place your 600i
in to standby mode. Next, briefly press the push
button labeled “Standby” located on the front panel.
You will hear a very faint click sound confirming that
everything is in order. The blue LED on the front
panel will illuminate, indicating that the 600i is now
powered up and ready for use.
On and Off Sequence
To avoid having any annoying noises (ie. “thumps”
and “pops”) emanate from your speakers when
powering your 600i on or off, you should always
power up your 600i integrated amplifier after
powering up your source component(s). As well,
always power down your 600i before powering
down your source component(s).