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MOON CD.5  CD Player

 

 

Congratulations! 

 

Thank you for selecting the MOON CD.5  CD Player as a part of your hi-fi reproduction system. This CD Player has been 
designed to offer state-of-the-art high-end performance in an elegant package, while retaining all the sonic hallmarks on 
which Simaudio has made its reputation.  We have spared no effort to ensure that it is amongst the finest CD players available 
in its class.  We have been building high-performance audio equipment for over 25 years, and the know-how gained through 
our cumulative experience is an important reason why MOON CD Players are so musically satisfying.      

 

The performance of your CD.5 will continue to improve during the first 400 hours of listening.  This is the result of a “break-
in” period required for the numerous high quality electronic parts used throughout this CD Player. 

 

Before setting up your new MOON CD.5, we encourage you to please read this manual thoroughly to properly acquaint 
yourself with its features.  We hope you enjoy listening to the MOON CD.5  CD Player as much as the pride we have taken 
in creating this fine audio product.  We understand the power and emotion of music and build our products with the goal of 
faithfully capturing these elusive qualities. 

 

The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. The most current version 

of this manual is available on our official website at http://www.simaudio.com/manuals.htm

 

 
 

Unpacking 

 

The MOON CD.5  CD Player should be removed from its box with care.  The following accessories should be included inside 
the box with your CD Player: 

 

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   AC power cable  

 

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   CRM Full-Function remote control with two ‘AA’ batteries  (USA and Canada only) 

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   This owner’s manual  

9

   Warranty and product registration information  (USA and Canada only) 

 

 

As soon as the CD Player is safely removed from its box and placed down, perform a thorough physical inspection and report 
any physical damage to your dealer immediately. We suggest that you keep all of the original packaging, storing it in a safe, 
dry place in the event that you’re required to transport the CD Player. The customized packaging is specially designed to 
protect the MOON CD.5  CD Player from potential damage that may occur during shipping.  

 

 

 
 

Please write the serial number of your new Simaudio MOON CD.5 in the space provided below for future reference. 

 
 

Serial No.: ________________ 

 

 
 
 
 

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Congratulations  /  Unpacking   

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Summary of Contents for CD.5

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual MOON CD 5 CD Player ...

Page 2: ...larly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments and accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus...

Page 3: ... Both the shipping box and rear panel serial number label will indicate the correct voltage Use of any other voltage will likely damage the unit and void the warranty 3 AC extension cords are NOT recommended for use with this product 4 NEVER use flammable or combustible chemicals for cleaning audio components 5 NEVER operate the MOON CD 5 with any covers removed There are no user serviceable parts...

Page 4: ... 5 Introduction 6 Installation Placement 6 Front Panel Controls 7 Rear Panel Connections 8 Operating the CD 5 9 Remote Control Operation 10 Specifications 12 www simaudio com Revision no 20091110 ____________________________________________________________________________________ ...

Page 5: ...otion of music and build our products with the goal of faithfully capturing these elusive qualities The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice The most current version of this manual is available on our official website at http www simaudio com manuals htm Unpacking The MOON CD 5 CD Player should be removed from its box with care The following accessories should b...

Page 6: ... than normal life expectancy Installation Placement The MOON CD 5 requires reasonable ventilation to maintain an optimum and consistent operating temperature As a result it should be placed in a location with empty space around it for proper heat dissipation As well it should be placed on a solid level surface You should avoid placing it near a heat source or inside a closed cabinet that is not we...

Page 7: ...drawer with the label side facing up and press S again to close the drawer When a CD is first loaded into the CD 5 the total number of tracks and total playing time will appear in the display In the event that you load a CD that contains no musical tracks i e data only the word DATA will appear in the display window As well if you load a disc that is not compatible with the CD 5 i e SACD DVD A etc...

Page 8: ...he right side is the AC Power section with a main power switch 0 off 1 on and IEC receptacle for the included AC power cord All rear panel connectors have been chosen because they provide the best possible connections for your unit A poor contact will degrade the signal substantially and plugs and sockets should all look clean and free of dirt and corrosion The easiest way to clean them is to remo...

Page 9: ...peaker cables running to and from your CD 5 In the event that this can t be avoided you should ensure that any cables coming into contact with each other are crossed at a ninety degree angle to minimize the contact area Turning on your MOON CD 5 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 ...

Page 10: ...remote control perform identical functions to their corresponding button located on the CD 5 s front panel Please refer to page 7 for a more detailed description 0 thru 9 Direct access track number selection OPEN CLOSE Open Close the Compact Disc drawer DISPLAY Press Once Changes the time display mode on front panel Press and hold Turns the front panel display on and off refer to page 11 for more ...

Page 11: ...eration as many times as you want to program tracks Once you ve completed programming your track selection s the digital display window will show the number of tracks that have been programmed and their total time To begin playing your programmed selections simply press the X button Pressing will only suspend the playing of the programmed selection Pressing a second time will clear your program se...

Page 12: ...FS Intrinsic Jitter 325 picoseconds RMS Analog Output 1 pair Single ended RCA s Analog Output Impedance 100Ω Max Analog Output 0dBFS 2 0 Volts RMS Digital Output S PDIF RCA Digital Output Impedance S PDIF 75Ω 0 5 Volts Standard Remote Control Full Function Power Consumption idle 15 Watts AC Power Requirements 120V 60Hz or 240V 50Hz Shipping Weight 14 lbs 6 25 Kgs Dimensions W x H x D inches 16 88 ...

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