Introduction ..........4 Unpacking and Warnings ......5 Installation Tips ........6 Front Panel Controls ........7 Rear Panel Connections........ 9 Operating the i-5080 ........ 10 Remote Control Operation ......11 Specifications .......... 12 Service and Warranty ........ 13 www.simaudio.com IMPORTANT: Please read this entire manual before using this product.
MOON integrated amplifiers are so musically satisfying. The performance of your i-5080 will continue to improve during the first six weeks of use. This is the result of a “break-in” period required for the numerous high quality electronic parts used throughout this amplifier.
MOON i-5080 Integrated Amplifier Introduction Your MOON i-5080 integrated amplifier incorporates many significant design features to achieve its “world class” level of performance. This is an abbreviated list of the more important features: Proprietary “Advanced Renaissance” Technology which eliminates feedback. The results are as follows: Real-time amplification is achieved since interactions from the speaker back to the amplifier are virtually eliminated;...
MOON i-5080 Integrated Amplifier Unpacking and Warning! The MOON i-5080 Stereo integrated amplifier should be removed from its box with care. The following accessories should be included inside the box with your integrated amplifier: AC power cable ‘SRM’ Full Function remote control with two ‘AAA’ batteries (USA and Canada only) This owner’s manual...
MOON i-5080 Integrated Amplifier Installation Tips The MOON i-5080 Stereo integrated amplifier 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. This integrated amplifier has side-mounted heat sinks; Consequently, it should both be placed in a location with empty space it for proper heat dissipation.
LED will not be illuminated when the i-5080 is in “Stand by” mode. When the i-5080 is in “on” mode, holding down the “Stand by/On” for two (2) seconds will turn off the front panel digital display. Repeating this procedure will turn the front panel digital display back on.
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Front Panel Controls (continued) The “Input” selector button allows you to choose which input source you wish to listen to. The MOON i-5080 integrated amplifier has six (6) inputs. The A4 input is a ‘pass-through’ which bypasses the i-5080’s gain section, allowing you to control the gain setting via the source component’s own volume control –...
CD-Recordable Player. Keep in mind that the output level on the ‘Tape Out’ is fixed and cannot be adjusted by the i-5080’s volume control. As well, don’t hesitate to use high quality interconnect cables. Poor quality interconnect cables can degrade the overall sonic performance of your system.
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-5080. 2) Press the push button labeled “Stand by/On” on the i-5080. The red LED will illuminate and the digital display will indicate a gain setting of ‘0’...
MOON i-5080 Integrated Amplifier Remote Control Operation The MOON i-5080 Stereo integrated amplifier uses the ‘SRM’ simple function, all aluminum remote control (figure 3). 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 and the i-5 integrated amplifier.
In order to prevent any damage during transport, the i-5080 must be packed with all of its original internal materials and shipped in the original box. Please keep your box and shipping materials.
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