Rear Panel Connections - moon 280D Neo Series Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual

Rear Panel Connections

The rear panel will look similar to Figure 2 (above). On the left side are two pairs of analog outputs; Labeled "Right"
and "Left", each with a single-ended RCA and balanced XLR connector. These are "Fixed Level" outputs, intended to
be connected to a line-level input on either your preamplifier or integrated amplifier. We strongly recommend that
you use the balanced XLR connectors to maximize performance. Don't hesitate to use high quality interconnect
cables*. Poor quality interconnect cables can degrade the overall sonic performance of your system.
There are six (6) "Digital Inputs" as follows: "USB" using a
type-B USB connector; two (2) optical inputs using
Toslink connectors labelled "OPT1" and "OPT2"; two (2)
S/PDIF inputs on RCA connectors which will benefit
most from cables with an impedance of 75Ω; and finally
a 3-pin XLR connector for an AES/EBU input which will
benefit most from a cable with an impedance of 110Ω.
All of these inputs correspond to the front panel LED
input indicators. Don't hesitate to use high quality
digital interconnect cables*.
The space above and to the right of the row of digital
inputs is reserved for the optional " MiND" Music
Streamer. If your Nēo 280D is equipped with the
"MiND" option, you will see a socket for a WiFi antenna
and a RJ45 ethernet connector socket. Please consult
the "MiND Setup Guide" and "MiND User Guide" for
further details.
The right side of the rear panel has various connectors
for external communications. The Nēo 280D is
equipped with full-function bi-directional RS-232 port
control and status for
automation, as well as future software updates. Next to
the RS-232 port are two (2) "SimLink™" connectors
labeled "in" and "out" on 1/8" mini jacks. Please refer to
the next section entitled SimLink™ for more details.
Then there is a 1/8" mini-jack input for use with
aftermarket infrared remote control receivers.
Figure 2: Nēo 280D Rear panel
custom integration or
On the far right side is the main power switch ("0"=off,
"1"=on), the IEC receptacle, labeled "AC Input" for the
included AC power cord, and the "AC Fuse" socket
cover. Connect the supplied AC power cable to the IEC
receptacle. Ensure that the AC wall outlet you use has a
functioning ground. For the best sonic performance, it
is preferable that you plug your 280D directly into a
dedicated AC outlet and avoid using an extension cord.
* Please speak with your MOON Authorized Retailer about the
benefits of high quality cables for your system, and superior
quality AC wall outlet.
SimLink™
The main feature of SimLink™ on the Nēo 280D,
involves the "Standby" function. By pressing down and
holding the "Standby" button for 2 seconds on the
280D, all other MOON components connected via the
SimLink will go into "Standby" mode along with the
280D. The same logic applies when switching from
"Standby" to active mode. However, if your Nēo 280D is
equipped with the "MiND" Music Streamer, then the
SimLink™ offers many more features:, Mute, Standby,
Digital input selection, and Volume adjustments (with
MOON preamplifiers and integrated amplifiers) all via
the "MiND" app running on your Apple device.
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