SimAudio 250i NEO Owner's Manual

250i Series

Integrated Amplifier

Owner’s Manual

250i Nēo Series

Owner’s Manual

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves or another
apparatus that produces heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding­type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong is
provided for safety. If the provided plug does not fit
into the outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus. Unplug mains cord during
transportation.

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 during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as when the power cord
or plug has been damaged; liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus; or the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. No naked flame sources, such as candles, should be
placed on the apparatus.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

250i Nēo Series

Important Safety Instructions (cont’d)

The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.

Marking by the “CE” symbol (shown left) indicates compliance of this device with the
EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and LVD (Low Voltage Directive) standards of the
European Community

Please read all instructions and precautions carefully and
completely before operating your Nēo 250i Integrated Amplifier.

1. ALWAYS disconnect your entire system from
the AC mains before connecting or
disconnecting any cables, or when cleaning any
component. To completely disconnect this
apparatus from the AC mains, disconnect the
power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.

2. The

3. AC extension cords are NOT recommended for

4. NEVER use flammable or combustible

5. NEVER operate the

Nēo 250i must be terminated with a three-

conductor AC mains power cord which includes
an earth ground connection. To prevent shock
hazard, all three connections must ALWAYS be

used. Connect the
source of the proper voltage; 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

use with this product. The mains plug of the
power supply cord shall remain readily
accessible.

chemicals for cleaning audio components.

Nēo 250i only to an AC

Nēo 250i with any covers

removed. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. An open unit, especially if it is still
connected to an AC source, presents a
potentially lethal shock hazard. Refer all
questions to authorized service personnel only.

6. NEVER wet the inside of the Nēo 250i with any

liquid. If a liquid substance does enter your
250i, immediately disconnect it from the AC
mains and take it to your MOON dealer for a
complete check-up.

7. NEVER spill or pour liquids directly onto the

Nēo 250i.

8. NEVER block air flow through ventilation slots
or heatsinks.

9. NEVER bypass any fuse.

10. NEVER replace any fuse with a value or type
other than those specified

11. NEVER attempt to repair the
problem occurs contact your MOON dealer.

12. NEVER expose the
or low temperatures.

13. NEVER operate the
atmosphere.

14. ALWAYS keep electrical equipment out of
reach of children.

15. ALWAYS unplug sensitive electronic
equipment during lightning storms.

16. WARNING: Do not expose batteries or battery
pack to excessive heat such as sunshine, or fire
or the like.

Nēo 250i to extremely high

Nēo 250i in an explosive

Nēo 250i. If a

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Owner’s Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction 6
Unpacking 7
Installation & Placement 7
Front Panel Controls 8
Rear Panel Connections 9
SimLink™ 10

Operating the Nēo 250i

10
Remote Control Operation 11
Specifications 13

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Date Code: 20161028