Owner`s manual

MOON P-8 Dual-Mono Preamplifier
SimLink™
The SimLink™ provides communication features between various MOON components. For example, if you were to connect
the Andromeda CD Player to the P-8 Preamplifier via the SimLink™, pressing the
X (play) button on the Andromeda would
cause the preamplifier automatically switch to it’s designated input for the CD Player.
You must assign the input with the
name “ANDRMEDA” for this feature to work
. If you were to adjust the brightness level of the large digital display
window using the “Display” button on the P-8, the brightness level of the Andromeda’s display will automatically adjust to
the same brightness level as that of the P-8. Conversely, since the SimLink™ is a true bi-directional connection, adjusting the
Andromeda’s brightness level will automatically adjust the brightness level of the P-8.
A third feature of SimLink™ involves the “Standby” function. By pressing down and holding the “Standby” button for 2
seconds on the P-8, all other MOON components connected via the SimLink will go into “Standby” mode along with the P-8.
The same logic applies when switching from “Standby” to active mode.
The connection rules for the SimLink™ are very basic. You must always connect the supplied cable between one component’s
“SimLink™ Out” jack and another component’s “SimLink™ In” jack. If you inadvertently connect the cable between either two
“SimLink™ In” or two “SimLink™ Out” jacks, the SimLink™ communication feature will not function. Also, there is no master
component in a SimLink™ chain; no one particular component operates as the main communications controller.
Operating the P-8
We recommend that you leave your MOON P-8 dual-mono preamplifier powered up at all times to maintain optimal
performance. In the event that you plan to be away from your home for a few days, powering off the preamplifier may not
be a bad idea. Once fully “broken-in”, please keep in mind that your P-8 will require several hours of playing time before it
reaches its peak performance after you’ve powered it up again.
Turning on your MOON P-8 for the first time
Prior to turning this preamplifier on for the first time, make sure that every cable is properly connected to avoid any problems.
Then turn on your preamplifier in the following manner:
1) Flick the main rocker switch labeled “POWER” to the ‘1’ (on) position on the rear of the controller chassis.
2) Press the push button labeled “Standby” on the P-8, the blue LED’s on both chassis’ will confirm operation and
the controller’s digital display will illuminate. You are now ready to begin listening to music.
On and Off Sequence
To avoid having any annoying noises (ie. “thumps” and “pops”) emanate from your speakers when powering your P-8 on or
off, you should
1) Always power up your P-8 preamplifier before powering up your amplifier.
2) Always power down your P-8 after powering down your amplifier.
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