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400M Power Amplifier

 

 

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Rear Panel Layout

 

 

 

Figure 1:  Rear panel of N

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400M Mono Power Amplifier 

 
 

The rear panel will look similar to Figure 1 (above). 

Each channel has one balanced (differential) input 
on an XLR connector and one unbalanced (single-

ended)  input on a RCA connector.  There is no 

switch to toggle from balanced mode to single-

ended mode. You may operate the amplifier in 

either mode, but only one mode at one time. When 

you’re using the balanced XLR inputs, 

you must 

first remove the factory installed “dummy” 

XLR jumpers

 (see figure 2 below) from the back 

panel XLR connectors and store them in a safe 

place.  This jumper is required ONLY when using the 

single-ended RCA input. When you decide to switch 

to single-ended input mode, you must reinstall the 

XLR jumper (between pins 1 and 3)  exactly as 

shown below: 

 
 

 

Figure 2:  XLR connector without and with jumper accessory 

 
 

The left side of the rear panel has a pair of 12 Volt 

triggers, each on a 1/8” mini-jack; one input and 

one output, the latter for use if you need to “daisy 

chain” a second power amplifier on the same trigger 

circuit. Immediately to the right of these 12V 

triggers is an RS-232 input on a DB9 connector. 
 

In the middle of the rear panel you will find a pair of 

heavy duty gold-plated speaker binding posts. 
 
On the far right side, you will find (from top to 

bottom); The power “main switch”; The “AC Fuse” 

socket cover and the “AC in” IEC receptacle for the 
power cord. 
 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for 400M

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Series 400M Mono Power Amplifier ...

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Page 3: ...nience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Unplug mains cord during transportation 11 Only use attachments and accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 U...

Page 4: ...nd rear panel serial number label will indicate the correct voltage Use of any other voltage will likely damage the unit and void the warranty 3 AC extension cords are NOT recommended for use with this product The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily accessible 4 NEVER use flammable or combustible chemicals for cleaning audio components 5 NEVER operate the MOON 400M with any co...

Page 5: ...el Layout 8 Connecting the 400M 9 Balanced Operation 9 Operating the 400M 10 Remote Operation 11 Specifications 12 www simaudio com Simaudio Ltd 1345 Newton Road Boucherville Quebec J4B 5H2 CANADA Date Code 20140717 ____________________________________________________________________________________ ...

Page 6: ...nd emotion of music and build our products with the goal of faithfully capturing these elusive qualities The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice The most current version of this manual is available on our official website at http www simaudio com Your Nēo 400M Mono Power Amplifier incorporates many significant design features to achieve its world class level of...

Page 7: ...ded below for future reference Serial No ________________ Installation Placement The Nēo 400M Mono Power Amplifier requires reasonable ventilation to maintain an optimum and consistent operating temperature especially since it will radiate heat when driven hard Consequently it should be placed in a location with empty space around it for proper heat dissipation You should never place another compo...

Page 8: ...LR connectors and store them in a safe place This jumper is required ONLY when using the single ended RCA input When you decide to switch to single ended input mode you must reinstall the XLR jumper between pins 1 and 3 exactly as shown below Figure 2 XLR connector without and with jumper accessory The left side of the rear panel has a pair of 12 Volt triggers each on a 1 8 mini jack one input and...

Page 9: ... can degrade the overall sonic performance of your system 3 Connect the supplied AC power cable to the IEC receptacle located on the amplifier s rear panel Ensure that the AC wall outlet you use has a functioning ground For the best sonic performance it is preferable that you plug your 400M directly into a dedicated AC outlet and avoid using an extension cord If you have the time and willingness c...

Page 10: ...powering your 400M on or off you should always power up your preamplifier prior to powering up your 400M As well always power down your 400M prior to powering down your preamplifier Troubleshooting Your Nēo 400M Mono Power Amplifier is equipped with a self diagnostic system that will automatically shut itself down when it detects either DC direct current or it enters into thermal protection mode d...

Page 11: ...via their respective 12V triggers The 12V trigger output on the 350P is connected to the 12V trigger input on the top 400M using a 1 8 mini jack cable The 12V trigger output from this 400M connects to the 12V trigger input on the bottom 400M also using a 1 8 mini jack cable When you turn on the 350P using a remote control or its Standby button both 400M s will turn on automatically The same rule a...

Page 12: ...60V µs Maximum Current Peak 56 amperes Maximum Current Continuous 26 amperes Intermodulation Distortion Unmeasureable THD 20Hz 20kHz 1 watt 0 02 THD 20Hz 20kHz 400 watts 0 05 Power Consumption idle 36 Watts AC Power Requirements 120V 60Hz or 240V 50Hz Shipping Weight 33 lbs 15 Kgs Dimensions W x H x D inches 16 9 x 3 5 x 14 0 Balanced Pin Assignment Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 Positive Pin 3 Negative 12 Vo...

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