Summary of Contents for Moonriver Audio 404
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- Page 2 USB DAC. As for the sound, we are not to say whether MODEL 404 is virtually transparent or inherently forgiving. Voicing it to appreciate the playlist and respect the user at all times has been the sum of all our effort;...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Safety Instructions Unpacking And Installation Box Contents Introduction Moonriver Audio Made In Sweden Moonriver Model 404 Design & Ergonomics Modular Architecture Features Balance Control Discovering The Layout The Importance Of Tape Monitor Loop Stereo/mono Switch Optional Phono Stage... -
Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
Connect only to AC power outlets rated 220-240V 50Hz. CAUTION: Do not open the chassis of the MOONRIVER 404 while the amplifier is on or plugged into an AC wall socket. There is high voltage inside. - Page 6 Avoid spilling liquid of any kind on the unit. If water or any metal object (such as a paper clip, coin, or staple) accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately and contact Moonriver Audio for further instructions.
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Page 7: Unpacking And Installation
MOONRIVER AUDIO 404 integrated amplifier was shipped in a carton particularly designed to protect the contents. Special care has been taken to prevent damage during shipping. Carefully remove your new 404 amplifier from the packing carton and examine it closely for signs of shipping damage. If shipping damage is discovered, take photos of the damage, contact the transport carrier immediately and retain the packing as evidence. -
Page 9: Introduction
Introduction Moonriver Audio Inspired by the famous song, MOONRIVER AUDIO is a combination of the vintage and the contemporary in audio reproduction. Classic, timeless, user oriented design. Organic texture acquired within an open space, dynamic behavior unrestrained while preserving natural color, provisions made for modular upgrades and direct access to all functions. -
Page 10: Moonriver Model 404
Its culture will suit all music, as the Model 404 is by design set to define the faintest nuances of which tone integrity is composed. -
Page 11: Features
As expected, the way balance control is implemented on the MOONRIVER 404 amplifier, in parallel, will not degrade or affect the signal in any way determinable. -
Page 12: The Importance Of Tape Monitor Loop
So, “less” may well be “more”, but better is to have a choice. Optional Phono Stage Model 404 comes with two options in the phono stage department; one is MM only and the other is MM/MC selectable. Both follow the exact quality principles that Model 404 is built on. -
Page 13: Optional Usb Dac
We work hard to get the best possible sound performance and we believe that this USB DAC is a enormous added value to the Model 404 amplifier. The USB DAC works without the need of a special driver with Windows 10 or OSX version 10.6.4 or above. -
Page 14: Mm/Mc Phono Stage
MM/MC Phono Stage The MM/MC phono stage can drive both Moving Magnet and Moving Coil cartridges. The gain is 40dB for MM and 50dB for MC and the input impedance 47Kohms and 100 ohms respectively. The input capacitance is fixed at 100pF. In order to change the setting from MM to MC or vice versa you should change the position in 2 dual dip switches: 1. -
Page 15: Front Panel Description And Operation
FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION M O O N R I V E R TAPE SOURCE MONITOR BALANCE VOLUME A U D I O LINE 2 LINE 3 fågelsång L1/PHONO L4/USB LIGHTS MODE NORMAL STEREO DIMMED MONO OUTPUT LEFT RIGHT POWER SENSOR M O D E L... -
Page 16: Back Panel Description And Operation
BACK PANEL DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION MOONRIVER AUDIO M O O N R I V E R A U D I O www.moonriveraudio.com M O D E L 4 0 4 info@moonriveraudio.com MADE IN SWEDEN S T E R E O I N T E G R A T E D A M P L I F I E R... -
Page 18: Specifications
Specifications Inputs: 5 (line 1 and 4 optionally occupied by phono stage and USB DAC respectively, 1 x tape loop) Outputs: 2 x preamp out, 1 x rec out Power output: 50 W per channel into 8 Ω Frequency response: 10 Hz to 50 kHz Total harmonic distortion: 0.05%... -
Page 19: Limited Waranty
Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after checking everything, return your MOONRIVER AUDIO device to your dealer to carry out repair work.
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