Summary of Contents for Simaudio MOON AIR
- Page 1 Analog FM Tuner ___________________________________________________________________________ Owner’s Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner Table of Contents Congratulations........... 3 Introduction ..........4 Unpacking and Warnings ......5 Installation Tips ........6 Front Panel Controls ........7 Antenna Selection & Suggestions ....9 Rear Panel Connections......10 Operating the AIR ........11 Optional Remote Control Operation.... -
Page 3: Congratulations
Please read this manual thoroughly to acquaint yourself with this product’s features prior to using it. We hope you enjoy listening to the MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner as much as the pride we have taken in creating this fine audio product. We understand the power and emotion of music and build our products with the goal of reproducing these elusive qualities. - Page 4 MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner Introduction Your MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner incorporates many significant design features to achieve its “world class” level of performance. This is an abbreviated list of the more important features: Large easy-to-read digital display for station frequency.
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Page 5: Introduction
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Page 6: Unpacking And Warnings
MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner Unpacking and Warning! The MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner should be removed from its box with care. The following accessories should be included inside the box with your preamplifier: AC power cable 4 Pointed screw-on tips (for the tuner’s legs) ... -
Page 7: Installation Tips
MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner Installation Tips The MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner should be placed on a rigid surface to prevent any accidents such as falling over. It is highly recommended that it sits on its own dedicated shelf. -
Page 8: Front Panel Controls
MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner Front Panel Controls Figure 1: Front panel of MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner The front rear panel will look similar to Figure 1 (above). The large digital display window indicates the following information: The selected FM radio station frequency (from ’87.6’ to ‘108.6’) in large digits. - Page 9 MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner Front Panel Controls (continued) The “Stand by/On” button disengages the output section from the rest of the AIR’s circuitry and turns off the digital display. However, when in “Stand by” mode all audio circuitry remains powered up to help maintain optimal performance.
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Page 10: Antenna Selection & Suggestions
MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner Antenna Selection There are two (2) antenna inputs using 75 on F-connectors located on the rear panel of the AIR, and labelled “A1” and “A2”. You can alternate between these antenna inputs by simply pressing and holding down the “BW 1/2”... -
Page 11: Rear Panel Connections
MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner Rear Panel Connections Figure 2: Rear panel of MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner The rear panel will look similar to Figure 2 (above). On the far left side is the AC mains power switch. Beside it is the IEC type AC receptacle. Towards the center of the rear panel are two (2) female F-type connectors for antenna inputs, labeled “A1”... -
Page 12: Operating The Air
2) Always power down your AIR after powering down your preamplifier and/or amplifier. We recommend that you leave your MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner 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 tuner may not be a bad idea. -
Page 13: Optional Remote Control Operation
Optional Remote Control Operation Figure 3: FRM Remote Control The MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner uses the “FRM” full function, all aluminum remote control as shown in figure 3 (above). It operates on the Philips RC-5 communication protocol and is can be used with other Simaudio MOON components such as the P-3 preamplifier, i-5 and i-5080 integrated amplifiers. - Page 14 MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner Optional Remote Control Operation (continued) The “FRM” remote control can operate all functions of the AIR tuner with the exception of the tuning control. This is the result of the AIR being an analog type FM tuner, whereby using a motorized potentiometer would have eliminated the “fine tuning”...
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Page 15: Specifications
MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner Specifications Type ............Solid State 50db Quieting - Mono ........ 10dBf 50db Quieting - Stereo ....... 25dBf Capture Ratio .......... > 1.5dB Image Rejection ........110dB Signal-to-noise Ratio ........ 78dB Alternate Channel – Wide Mode ....42dB Alternate Channel –... -
Page 16: Service And Warranty
Service and Warranty (U.S.A and Canada only) Please take the time to complete and mail the warranty card supplied with your MOON AIR Analog FM Tuner. This card is necessary to activate your full warranty, as well as allowing you to receive...
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