Owner`s manual

MOON i-3 SE Integrated Amplifier
Operating the i-3
We recommend that you leave your MOON i-3 SE Integrated Amplifier 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 Integrated Amplifier
may not be a bad idea. Once fully “broken-in”, please keep in mind that your i-3
SE will require several hours of playing
time before it reaches its peak performance after you’ve powered it up again.
Making the AC Connection
Connect the supplied AC power cable to the IEC receptacle, located on the rear panel of the integrated amplifier’s chassis.
Ensure that the AC wall outlet you use has a functioning ground. For the best sonic performance, it is preferable that you
plug your MOON i-3 SE directly into a dedicated AC outlet and avoid using an extension cord.
In order to obtain the maximum performance from your audio system, we strongly recommend that the detachable power
cord not come into physical contact with any of the interconnect and speaker cables running to and from your i-3. 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 angle to minimize the contact area.
Turning on your MOON i-3 for the first time
Prior to turning the integrated amplifier on for the first time, make sure that every cable is properly connected to avoid any
problems. Then turn on your integrated amplifier in the following manner:
1) Flick the main rocker switch labeled “POWER” to the ‘1’ (on) position on the rear of the i-3
SE .
2) Press the push button labeled “Stand by/On” on the i-3
SE . The blue LED will illuminate and the digital display
will indicate a gain setting of ‘0’ and the ‘CD’ as the default input.
On and Off Sequence
To avoid having any annoying noises (ie. “thumps” and “pops”) emanate from your speakers when powering your i-3 SE on
or off, you should
1) Always power up your i-3
SE integrated amplifier after powering up your source component(s).
2) Always power down your i-3
SE before powering down your source component(s).
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