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MOON W-3 Stereo Power Amplifier
Operating the W-3
We recommend that you leave your MOON W-3 Stereo power 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 amplifier may not be a bad idea. Once fully “broken-in”, please keep in mind that
your W-3 will require several hours of playing time before it reaches its peak performance after you’ve
powered it up again.
Turning on your MOON W-3 for the first time
Prior to turning the amplifier on for the first time, make sure that every cable is properly connected to
avoid any problems. Then turn on your preamplifier connected to the W-3. Finally, power up your
W-3 in the following manner:
1) Flick the main rocker switch labeled “MAIN POWER” to the ‘1’ (on) position.
2) Next, momentarily press the push button labeled “Power”. The amplifier will make a faint click
sound, confirming that everything is in order. The blue LED on the front panel indicates that the
amplifier is powered up and ready for use.
On and Off Sequence
To avoid having any annoying noises (ie. “thumps” and “pops”) emanate from your speakers when
powering your W-3 on or off, you should
1) Always power up your preamplifier prior to powering up your W-3.
2) Always power down your W-3 prior to powering down your preamplifier.
Troubleshooting
Your MOON W-3
Stereo power amplifier is equipped with a self-diagnostic system that will automatically shut
itself down when it detects DC (direct current) from any input. If your W-3 power amplifier turns itself off or will
not power up, there may very well be DC present in one (or more) of the amplifier’s inputs coming from one (or
more) of your preamplifier/processor’s outputs. You must determine if there is any DC present. The best way to
accomplish this is by first powering down the W-3 via the main power rocker switch, then disconnecting all
inputs to the W-3 leaving only the speakers connected. Attempt to power up your W-3 again: A successful
power up will indicate the presence of DC coming from your preamplifier or one of your signal sources (ie. CD
Player).
If your W-3 still doesn’t power up, turn off the main power switch and check the AC fuse. If the fuse appears
OK, put it back in its socket and then try to power up again the usual way. If the fuse is blown, replace it with a
fuse of the same rating, and repeat the above process. At this point, you should be able to power up your W-3.
If not, immediately consult your dealer for assistance.
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