Simaudio Moon CALYPSO Owner Manual
Calypso
DVD-Video, Video CD, CD, MP3 -CD, CD-R/RW, DVD-R/+RW
Transport & Player
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Owner’s Manual
MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player
Table of Contents
Congratulations ..................................................... 3
Introduction .......................................................... 4
Unpacking and Warnings ......................................... 5
Installation Tips ..................................................... 6
Rear Panel Connections .......................................... 7
Standard Video Connections .................................... 8
Progressive Scan Video Connections .......................... 9
Audio Connections ............................................... 10
Front Panel Controls ............................................. 11
Remote Control Operation ..................................... 12
DVD Player Operation ........................................... 13
Playing a DVD-Video or Video CD Disc .............. 13
Playing a CD Audio Disc .................................. 15
Playing a MP3 Audio Disc ................................ 16
Temporary Feedback Symbols ......................... 19
Setup Menu ........................................................ 20
Accessing The Setup Menu .............................. 21
Navigat ing The Setup Menu ............................ 22
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menus ...................... 23
Multiple -Toolbar Menus and Symbols ................ 27
Special Operations ............................................... 30
Favorite Track Selection (FTS) ......................... 30
Creating an A-B Loop ..................................... 31
Creating a 4-Digit Access Control Code ............. 32
Child Lock / Unlock ........................................ 33
Authorizing / Deauthorizing a Disc .................... 34
Parental Control ............................................ 35
Changing the Country Setting .......................... 35
Changing the 4-digit Access Control Code .......... 36
When You Forget Your 4-digit Code ................... 36
Specifications ....................................................... 37
Service and Warranty ............................................. 39
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Installation and operating instructions inside.
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MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player
Congratulations!
Thank you for selecting the MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player as a part of your home-theater system. This
DVD Transport / 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 among the finest DVD players available. We have been building high performance audio
equipment for over 20 years, and the know-how gained through our cumulative experience is an important
reason why MOON components are so visually and musically satisfying.
Your new MOON Calypso is capable of playing media formats other than just DVD; It will also play Video CD,
Audio CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW and MP3 media. The Calypso is available in many versions since it is
partly modular; The MOON Calypso-A includes a Digital-to-Analog converter for analog stereo output, while the
Calypso is a DVD transport, i.e. having only digital audio output. The Digital-to-Analog converter options are
independently available and can be added at any time in the future as an “in-the-field” upgrade by your
authorized Simaudio Ltd. dealer.
If you’ve selected MOON Calypso-A, your new DVD Transport / Player is equipped with a high quality 2-channel
24-bit/192kHz Digital-to-Analog Converter. We’ve elected to offer the Digital-to-Analog converter as an option
simply because a majority of customers only use the digital audio output on their DVD player (connecting it to the
digital inputs of a multi-channel preamplifier/processor such as the MOON Stargate with its own internal highquality Digital-to-Analog converter). The end result is a more affordable DVD transport for the same quality.
Independently, if you've selected MOON Calypso-D, your new DVD Transport / Player is equipped with a high
quality DVI output, which outputs 480p digital video signal for the utmost video quality with digital video
products, such as the units using DLP, D-ILA, LCD or LCoS technology. This way the video signal never gets
converted to analog in the complete system, from the source to the screen.
The MOON Calypso is equipped with full-function bi-directional RS-232 port control and status for custom
integration or automation. All information about the RS-232 codes is available upon request or in PDF file format
from our website: www.simaudio.com. The Calypso is also equipped with a SDI digital video output, which
allow the use of very long length of cable and the best video processor for a custom installation where the DVD
player sits far from the projector.
The performance of your Calypso will continue to improve during the first four weeks of use. This is the result of
a “break-in” period required for the numerous high quality electronic parts used throughout this DVD Transport/
Player. Please read this manual thoroughly to acquaint yourself with this product’s many features and menus
prior to using it. We hope you enjoy using the MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player as much as the pride we
have taken in creating this fine audio/video product. We understand the power and emotion of both motion
pictures and music, and build our products with the goal of reproducing these elusive qualities.
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Congratulations 3
MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player
Introduction
Your MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player incorporates many significant design features to achieve its “world
class” level of performance. This is an abbreviated list of the more important features:
Dual toroidal transformer power supply dedicated to digital (SDI, DVI, DAC) and analog (audio & video) circuitry.
Ultra-fast switch -mode power supply for controller circuitry and drive mechanism, housed in an integral shield to
prevent any degrading noise leakage.
Up to 16 stages of voltage regulation depending on installed options.
A hybrid power supply system, in which analog and switch-mode power supplies are used where they are at their
best. Completely separate, fully regulated supplies for the drive mechanism, digital circuits and analog circuits. (16
stages of regulation in total).
An integral shield for the Switch-Mode Power supply, ensuring no high frequency noise will interfere with either the
audio or video signals.
A variety of audio formats supported include MPEG1 (Video CD), MPEG2 (DVD), MP3 audio files, Linear PCM Audio
(CD), Dolby Digital 5.1 (AC-3), Dolby Digital Surround EX, DTS Digital Surround 5.1 and DTS-ES 6.1.
10-bit oversampled video with active current-to-voltage converter and phase accurate analog filtering.
Optional audiophile-grade 24-bit/192kHz digital-to-analog converter with 8X oversampling digital filter for 2
channel analog output.
Optional high quality DVI Output for a 480p digital video connection.
SRS Labs TruSurround 3D surround software for optional 2-channel audio output.
A complete array of video connectors, including a SDI output (Digital Video)
Rigid chassis construction to minimize the effects of external vibrations.
Accurate matching of the very finest high quality electronic components.
Pure copper circuit board tracings with extremely low impedance characteristics.
Designed to be powered up at all times for optimal performance.
Low operating temperature for a longer than normal life expectancy.
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MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player
Unpacking and Warning!
The MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player should be removed from its box with care.
The following accessories should be included inside the box with your DVD Transport / Player:
ü AC power cable
ü 2 removeable vertically mounted silver aluminum removeable cheeks that
cover the faceplate rack-mount holes
ü Remote control with two ‘AAA’ batteries
ü This owner’s manual
ü Warranty card (USA and Canada only)
As soon as the DVD Transport / 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 the
original packaging, and that it should be stored in a safe, dry place in case you’re required to transport the unit.
The customized packaging is specially designed to protect the DVD Transport / Player from potential damage that
can arise when shipping such a product.
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WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or
moisture. Do not attempt to “lift the ground” by removing the ground pin from the AC
cable. Make sure that your household electrical wiring supports proper AC grounding
techniques before plugging in this product. Keep the heat sinks and top cover free of
dust to allow for proper heat dissipation. Never expose this product to extreme
temperatures. Always connect the audio signal path cables prior to connecting the AC
mains.
CAUTION! No user-serviceable parts inside. Do not remove top cover, as severe electrical shock
may result.
IMPORTANT! Make sure that your local AC voltage complies with the unit’s label. Damage caused by
plugging this DVD Transport / Player into an AC receptacle of the wrong voltage will not
be covered by warranty.
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MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player
Installation Tips
The MOON Calypso DVD Transport/ Player should be placed on a rigid surface to prevent any accidents such as
falling over. It is highly recommended that it sit on its own dedicated shelf.
You should never place another component on top of this DVD Transport / Player. As well, you should avoid
placing it near a heat source or inside a closed cabinet that is not well ventilated. This could compromise the
Calypso’s performance and reliability.
In the event that you intend to place your Calypso in a rack mount type installation, we’ve made the setup as
user-friendly as possible. Simply remove each of the two (2) vertically mounted silver colored aluminum cheeks
found on either side of the front faceplate using an SAE 1/8 inch allen key; You will find two (2) screws located
on the rear of each side of the front faceplate which hold each aluminum cheek in place. When removing these
screws, make sure to keep one hand on the aluminum cheek so that it won’t fall and cause any damage. Once
all four (4) screws have been removed, you will have exposed the four (4) rack mount holes and the MOON
Calypso will be ready for mounting in a three (3) rack space area. We recommend that you store the aluminum
cheeks and their accompanying mounting screws in a safe place in the event that you require them in the future.
Finally, you should make all of your audio and video signal connections prior to making the AC connection
between the Calypso and the AC wall outlet.
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MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player
Rear Panel Connections
I G H D C B A F E
Figure 1: Rear panel of the MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player (full equipped version shown)
There are a variety of ways to connect your MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player to other audio and video
components. Your choices will depend on both your needs, and the connections available on other equipment
that you currently own. Your choices for audio connections and video connections are completely independent of
each other.
Once you’ve completed connecting all of your audio and video cables, connect the supplied AC power cable to the
IEC receptacle, located on the rear panel. Alternatively, if you wish, you may use a dedicated high-performance
AC cable designed for digital source components. Ensure that the AC wall outlet you use has a functioning
ground. For the best possible performance, it is preferable that you plug your Calypso directly into a dedicated
AC outlet and avoid using an extension cord. We strongly recommend that the detachable power cord not come
into physical contact with any of the audio or video cables running from your Calypso. In the event that this
can’t be avoided, you should ensure that any cables coming into contact with each other are crossed at ninety
degree angles to minimize the contact area.
The rear panel of the MOON Calypso is similar to figure 1 at the top of this page. Each letter (A through I)
corresponds to a different type of connection, all of which will be described on the next three pages.
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MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player
Standard Video Connections
There are three ways to connect the MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player to your video equipment using
standard video connections. They are presented here in order of increasing quality. Remember that whatever
connection type you decide to use, don’t hesitate to use high quality video cables. Lesser quality cables can
degrade the video quality.
For better image quality, we suggest that you connect your Calypso directly to your TV or video projection unit.
Certain home theater installations use a video switcher that often leads to some degradation of video signal
quality. In these situations, we recommend that you use the switcher for all your video connections with the
exception of the Calypso DVD Transport / Player, connecting both the video switcher and the Calypso directly
to your TV’s or video projection unit’s separate inputs.
Also, each output is independently buffered so can you use more than one output at the same time if ever your
setup requires such a connection.
A) Composite (CVBS)
This is the most common video connection. Nevertheless, you should use it only in the event that neither of the
following two connections are available on your TV/video projection unit, as it provides the lowest video quality of
those offered on the Calypso.
B) S-Video (Y/C)
This connection offers high quality video reproduction and the advantage of using only one (1) video cable (SVideo type with a mini-DIN connector). It is a compromise between video image quality and the number of
cables used.
C) Component Interlaced (YPBPR)
This connection offers the highest possible video reproduction quality with interlaced video equipment (i.e. nonProgressive Scan) and uses three RCA connectors. Connect the three outputs labeled Y, PB and PR to the
corresponding inputs on your TV or video projection unit with component video cables.
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MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player
Progressive / Digital Video Connections
There are three ways to connect the MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player to your video equipment using
progressive or digital connections.
For better image quality, we suggest that you connect your Calypso directly to your TV or video projection unit.
Certain home theater installations use a video switcher that often leads to some degradation of video signal
quality. In these situations, we recommend that you use the switcher for all your video connections with the
exception of the Calypso DVD Transport / Player, connecting both the video switcher and the Calypso directly
to your TV’s or video projection unit’s separate inputs.
Also, each output is independently buffered so can you use more than one output at the same time if ever your
setup requires such a connection.
D) Progressive components (480p YPBPR)
This is the best analog video connection and is compatible with most plasma, LCD, LCoS, D-ILA, DLP, and HDTV
televisions. Connect the three outputs labeled Y, PB and PR to the corresponding inputs on your television with
component video cables. Don’t hesitate to use high quality video cables. Lesser quality cables can degrade the
video quality. IMPORTANT: In the event that you wish to use the MOON Calypso’s progressive scan video
outputs, your television must have a 31.5 kHz horizontal scan rate and a 480p progressive video input.
E) DVI - Digital Video Interface (optional)
This digital video connection works best with digital video products such as those using plasma, LCD, LCoS,
D-ILA, DLP, HDTV technology. Output is 480p and a DVI digital video cable is required. This cable should not
exceed 3 meters in length.
F) SDI - Serial Digital Interface
This digital video connection offers the possibility of having a very long run of cable without any quality
degradation, up to more than one hundred feet. If your video equipment does not have an SDI input, you must
use a video processor that can convert the SDI signal to a format your television can process. Output is 480i and
a good quality 75 ohm cable, terminated at both ends with BNC connectors, is required
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MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player
Audio Connections
You can use either the analog audio outputs (if equipped), the digital audio outputs, or both depending on your
system requirements. If you are using a digital surround processor, such as the MOON Stargate, it is
recommended that you to use a digital audio connection. If you want to use your MOON Calypso-A DVD Player
with an analog stereo preamplifier or integrated amplifier, you must use an analog audio output connection. If
you are not sure, ask your dealer for recommendations about your specific setup. Whatever the type of
connection(s) you choose, don’t hesitate to use high quality cables. Poor quality cables can degrade the overall
sonic performance of your system.
G) Digital Audio Output (Electrical)
This output is on RCA type connector. You should use a 75Ω digital audio cable. This is the best of the two
available digital audio connection with the MOON Calypso.
H) Digital Audio Output (Optical)
This output is on a Toslink (EIAJ Standard) type connector, requiring a Toslink fiber optic digital audio cable. Use
this type of connection if the component you’re attempting to connect to the MOON Calypso doesn’t support
the ‘Electrical Digital Audio Output’ previously described.
I) Analog Audio Output (Calypso -A only)
This output is on RCA connectors, so you must have a pair of audio cables with RCA terminations.
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Front Panel Controls
Figure 2: Front panel of MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player
Once you have completed all the necessary audio and video connections, and connected your MOON Calypso
DVD Transport / Player to an AC wall outlet, you can power up the unit by pressing the rocker switch, located on
the back panel directly above the AC cable receptacle, to the ‘1’ position. We recommend that you leave the
rocker switch in this position at all times to maintain optimal performance. If you wish to turn off your Calypso,
you can switch it into Standby mode by pressing the ‘Standby’ button located on the left side of the front panel
(Pressing the ‘Power’ button on the remote also puts this unit into Standby mode).
There are twelve (12) buttons located on the front panel of the MOON Calypso. All but two (3) buttons are
duplicated on the remote control:
The DISPLAY button turns the front panel digital display on or off. The performance of this unit
might improve slightly with the display turned off. As well, you might also prefer the display off
when watching a DVD-Video disc as it may be a distraction.
The FTS button turns the Favorite Track Selection mode on or off. Please refer to the section
“Special Operations” (page 30) for further details.
The SCAN button will play the first ten (10) seconds of each individual chapter on a video disc or
track on an audio disc that is currently loaded into the player.
The following pages provide detailed instructions for remote control operation, playing DVD-Video discs, Audio
CD’s and MP3 Discs.
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MOON Calypso DVD Transport / Player
Remote Control Operation
1. Generic buttons
POWER ............................................ Standby / On
ANGLE ............................... Select DVD camera angle
SUBTITLE ............. Subtitle on / off and language select 1
AUDIO ............... Select the language of the audio tracks
SETUP ....... Select player setting menu (In stop mode only)
MENU ................................ Select DVD defined menu
2. Navigation buttons
¥ # ¦ $ .................... left, up, right, down cursor movement 2
OK ................................. acknowledge menu selection
3. Playback buttons
u ............................................................... Play
9 : .………..…….… Previous / Next chapter or track 3
7 8 ………………………….....….. Back / Forward search
; ..……………………………………………………….………. Pause
4
4. A-B ............................................... Repeat selection
REPEAT * ......................... Repeat chapter, track, disc 5
6
5. ¢ ............................................................... Stop
p * ....................................... Open/Close the drawer
6. OSD .....................................On screen display on /off
SHUFFLE *................................. Shuffle mode on /off
* These three (3) buttons each perform a second function. You must press and hold
the button for a full second for the DVD player to acknowledge these second function
commands from remote. If you don’t hold the button down long enough, the button’s
first function will be executed. Figure 3:
Remote Control
This remote control uses two AAA batteries (included). To install them, use the supplied Allen key to remove the three screws
located on the back plate; insert the batteries in the correct direction and then screw the back plate back into place.
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