Dragon Inspire IHA-1
MANUAL
By Moon Audio
What comes with your purchase?
When ordering the IHA-1 from Moon-Audio, you have a variety of options to further customize your device, but the basics will be the same.
It comes with:
- The Dragon Inspire IHA-1
- 2 Driver Tubes
- 1 Rectifier Tube
- 1 Power Chord
Optional Add-Ons:
- Lundahl Transformers: Cleans up input signal power and enables playback of higher impedance headphones.
- 2 x 6SN7 New Old Stock Tubes (RCA): Different tubes for a different sound signature.
- 5U4 New Old Stock Tube (RCA 5URGB): Different tube for a different sound signature.
Set-up
Assembly
- Unpack equipment on a clean, flat surface.
- Set the IHA-1 up on your surface.
- Remove the 2 Driver Tubes from their packaging.
- Insert each of these tubes, making sure to follow the key when plugging the tubes in.
- Unwrap and plug in the rectifier tube.
- Connect your DAC to the IHA-1.
Operation
- Plug in the Headphones/Amp/Active Speakers you plan to use.
- Select your output using the switch on the back:
- Switch in the "up" position will output to the pre-amp RCA outputs for a separate amplifier or active speakers.
- Switch in the "down" position will output to the headphone ports found on the front of the device.
- Plug in your power chord to the Dragon Inspire IHA-1.
- Flip the power switch to turn the device on.
- There will be a slight hum for the first 30 seconds. This is normal and will go away once the device is warmed up.
- Select your input via either Aux 1 or Aux 2.
- Slowly turn up the stepped volume knob and enjoy your music!
Safety Instructions
- Make sure when inserting and removing your headphones that the device is in "MUTE."
- Both headphone outputs have a latch that you need to press to remove your headphones so they won't get accidentally unplugged.
- When changing tubes, fuses, and cables, make sure the device is powered off for your safety!
Device Controls
The Front controls and ports are:
- (1) Volume Knob
- (2) Input Selector Switch (Aux 1/MUTE/Aux 2)
- (3) 1/4" Headphone Port
- (4) 4pin XLR Headphone Port
- (5) Power Switch (ON/AC)
- (6) Power indicator
Front Panel Description: The front panel features: (1) Volume Knob, (2) Input Selector Switch (Aux 1/MUTE/Aux 2), (3) 1/4" Headphone Port, (4) 4-pin XLR Headphone Port, (5) Power Switch (ON/AC), and (6) Power Indicator light. The text 'Inspire By Dennis Had' is also visible.
The back ports are:
- (7) Power Port
- (8) Fuse (unscrew to remove, screw to replace)
- (9) Output switch (Low position = Headphone Output) (Up position = Pre-Amp Output)
- (10) Pre-Amplified RCA Outputs L/R
- (11) AUX 2 RCA Input (top port = left channel) (bottom port = right channel)
- (12) AUX 1 RCA Input (top port = left channel) (bottom port = right channel)
Back Panel Description: The back panel features: (7) Power Port, (8) Fuse holder, (9) Output Switch (Low position = Headphone Output, Up position = Pre-Amp Output), (10) Pre-Amplified RCA Outputs (L/R), (11) AUX 2 RCA Input (top port = left channel, bottom port = right channel), and (12) AUX 1 RCA Input (top port = left channel, bottom port = right channel).