USER MANUAL GOLDMUND MIMESIS 32 Universal Preamplifier...
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At Goldmund, we strive to lead in the creation, development and manufacture of the industry’s most advanced technologies, including audio and video systems. The guiding principle at Goldmund is to produce a precise sound with the least possible loss of quality through the different stages. Goldmund will never adopt a technology before it is sufficiently developed to satisfy the high quality standards we set.
Table of Contents SETTING UP THE MIMESIS 32 OPERATING THE MIMESIS 32 MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS BACK PANEL SCHEMATICS GOLDMUND MIMESIS 32 - UNIVERSAL PREAMPLIFIER - 2...
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IMPORTANT PLEASE DO NOT CONNECT ANY CABLES OR MOVE ANY PARTS BEFORE READING THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS. GOLDMUND MIMESIS 32 - UNIVERSAL PREAMPLIFIER - 3...
SPDIF cables in digital to keep the time integrity that the preamplifier is designed to provide. In all typical cases Goldmund recommends using the special Goldmund Lineal interconnect and digital cables.
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However, you must use coaxial links of highest quality such as the Goldmund lineal in order to maintain the time accuracy and are highly recommended, especially for long distances. For some high impedance output analog sources, a short distance to the preamplifier is mandatory.
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Plug the AC power cord to the power supply and into a wall socket. The preamplifier is and remains on power as soon as the power switch located on the back panel is turned on. For best sonic results, Goldmund recommends to leave the unit powered on permanently.
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Connect the analog sources or tape machines to the back panel analog inputs and the digital sources to the digital inputs of the Goldmund Mimesis 32, using the RCA input connectors for analog sources and the choice of RCA for SPDIF, XLR for AES-EBU or optical for the digital sources.
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The Input 6 (USB) is used to link the Mimesis 32 to an external computer in order to play music (PCM 48kHz maximum). The Input Control (USB) is used to update the Mimesis 32 software with the Goldmund Universal Configurator. All drivers needed are included in the configuration file provided in the Configurator.
THE LED DISPLAY SHOWS DIFFERENT KIND OF INFORMATION The coding existing on the present audio input source The number of input source channels The G2 (2channels) or G6 (5.1channels) output format The balance setting during audio balance adjustment GOLDMUND MIMESIS 32 - UNIVERSAL PREAMPLIFIER - 9...
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Note: After the last key pressed for balance adjustment, a timer of 10 seconds is activated. At the end of this 10 sec the balance mode is automatically exit and the Mimesis 32 return to his normal state. GOLDMUND MIMESIS 32 - UNIVERSAL PREAMPLIFIER - 10...
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(2-channel) input can be sent to the G6 (5.1-channel) Direct output. When the format “Direct” is Direct activated, the standards outputs of the Mimesis 32 are muted. The format selected is shown on the front panel by Led. GOLDMUND MIMESIS 32 - UNIVERSAL PREAMPLIFIER - 11...
There are no user serviceable parts inside the Mimesis 32. Unauthorized servicing or alteration invalidates the manufacturer’s warranty. All enquires relating to product servicing and operation should be referred to the local authorized retailer supplying and supporting your Goldmund equipment. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS INPUTS...
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RC5 Standard remote system compatible with standard programmable remote control transmitter (codes available on request) Volume and balanced control Selection of the source Remote muting and standby Balance and Pink noise Output Format selection GOLDMUND MIMESIS 32 - UNIVERSAL PREAMPLIFIER - 13...
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Input voltage range: +/- 10 %. Maximum power consumption: 50 W. SIZE AND WEIGHT 440 W x 400 D x 130 H (mm). Weight: 25 kg. WARRANTY 3 years, parts and labor. GOLDMUND MIMESIS 32 - UNIVERSAL PREAMPLIFIER - 14...
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