Gryphon Essence User Manual

Defines the core perfectionism and design philosophy behind Gryphon products.

Discusses the unexplored territory of high-end domestic sound systems for affluent users.

Explains the meaning of the blue LED for standby, display off, and charging status.

Describes how to turn the unit ON and switch to Standby mode.

Details the discrete resistor-based volume control and its unique characteristics.

Explains how to temporarily mute the audio signal.

Describes how to select audio inputs and assign custom names.

Explains the use of the MONITOR button for tape recording monitoring.

Describes the MENU and OK buttons for navigating options.

Covers numbered buttons for direct input selection (1-10).

Details buttons for DAC settings like FILTER, DSD LP, and GAIN.

Allows custom naming of audio inputs for easier identification.

Enables setting a maximum playback volume level for safety or preference.

Allows setting the initial volume level upon power-on.

Details the five-step adjustment for display brightness, including OFF mode.

Explains how to adjust input signal levels for optimal matching.

Offers selectable low and high settings for Green Bias control.

Allows using specific inputs for AV sources with their own volume control.

Resets all configurations to factory defaults, including input names.

Details rear panel outputs for subwoofers, main preamps, and various input connections.

Explains 12V link for synchronization and balanced connection standards.

Provides RC-5 codes for selecting analog inputs (1-5).

Provides RC-5 codes for selecting digital inputs (6-10).

Explains the information shown on the Essence display related to DAC functions.

Outlines how to access and change DAC settings via the MENU function.

Details adjustable settings like PCM/DSD filters, DSD LP, and Gain.

Details connecting PCs, Macs, or streamers via USB audio.

Explains connecting digital sources with balanced 110 Ohm XLR output.

Covers connecting digital sources with single-ended 75 Ohm outputs.

Describes connecting digital sources with optical output.

Details gain, impedance options, and signal-to-noise ratio for MC/MM cartridges.

Guides on setting impedance jumpers and switching between MC and MM modes.

Provides fields for recording model, serial number, purchase date, dealer, and country.

Warns about the dangers of explosion and chemical burns from incorrect battery replacement.