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MOON Stargate 7.1 Processor                      Updated: October 20, 2008


  MOON Stargate Processor

Also available with black faceplate        
 



The MOON Stargate provides "state-of-the-art" multi-channel processing with a strong emphasis on flexibility. Included are such features as independant 2nd zone I/O, a rack-mount ready chassis, a 7.1 analog "Pass-Through" input, integrated video switching, an AM/FM tuner with memory presets, flash memory circuitry for future upgrades and a whole lot more. Regardless of your choice of software, be it music or film, stereo or multi-channel, the Stargate Preamplifier/Processor/DAC/Tuner will easily redefine your concept and understanding of home entertainment.

 



  Significant Design Features

Full-function programmable remote control · Crystal CS43122 24-bit/192kHz digital-to-analog converters (4) · Crystal CS5396 24-bit/96kHz analog-to-digital converter for analog inputs · 9 analog inputs including a 7.1 channel "Analog Pass-Through" with defeatable analog filter and bass management · Video switching via 7 inputs (composite, S-Video and component) · Full function bi-directional RS-232 port control and status for custom integration and automation · "Rack mount ready" faceplate with removeable aluminum cheeks to cover holes when not in use · Easy upgrade path based on "Open Architecture" flash-memory circuit design · Crystal CS3310 digital volume controls (4) with switched resistive array technology · Fully independent "2nd Zone" input & outputs for multi-room applications · Three trigger outputs for remote operations · "On-Screen Display" for options and calibration settings · S-video to composite video signal converter · HDTV switching via component video inputs · AM/FM Stereo Tuner with presets · Extremely rigid chassis construction to minimize the effects of external vibrations · Improved reliabilty through the elimination of moving parts · Designed to be powered up at all times for optimal performance · Low operating temperature for a longer than normal life expectancy.

 

  MOON Stargate Inside View
MOON Stargate inside View
  MOON Stargate Rear View
MOON Stargate rear View
 



Visit the Dolby Digital website

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Surround Modes:

Dolby® Surround Pro Logic® IIx
Dolby Digital® 5.1  (AC-3)
Dolby® Digital Surround EX
DTS Digital Surround 5.1TM
DTS-ESTM Surround 6.1
7.1 Matrix Music Mode
DTS Neo:6®

Visit the DTS website

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  Specifications:

 
Input Processing
 
 
 
Analog Input
CS5396
Analog-to-Digital 1
Digital Input
CS43122
Digital-to-Analog 2
Analog
Pass-Through
Frequency
  Response
10Hz-20kHz
  ±0.25dB
10Hz-20kHz
  ±0.035dB
2Hz-96kHz
  ±1.5dB
Signal-to-Noise
  Ratio @ full output
> 120dB > 120dB > 112dB
Dynamic Range > 120dB > 120dB > 114dB
THD + N < -105dB < -100dB < -112dB
Crosstalk < -98dB < -104dB < -108dB
Stop-band
  Attenuation
< -117dB < -102dB     n/a
Pass-band Ripple < 0.005dB < 0.0008dB     n/a
Phase Linearity ±0.5° @ 20kHz ±0.3° @ 20kHz     n/a
High Frequency
  Jitter @ 20kHz
< 100 picoseconds
    rms
< 100 picoseconds
    rms
    n/a

    Note 1:   EIAJ, A-weighted, fS = 24-bit/96kHz in 128X oversampling mode
    Note 2:   EIAJ, A-weighted, fS = 24-bit/96kHz


Preamplifier Section
Maximum Overall Gain 10dB
Volume adjustment 1.0dB increments
THD   (20Hz - 20kHz) < 0.03%
Frequency response 20Hz - 20kHz   ± 0.5dB
Signal-to-noise Ratio 95dB CCIR-ARM
Analog input impedance 15k ohms
Analog input sensitivity 200mV - 3.0V rms
Analog output impedance 600 ohms
Analog output voltage 3.5 volts FS
Digital Input - S/PDIF 75 ohms   /   0.4Vp-p
Digital Input/Output - Optical Toslink 660nm wavelength
Video bandwidth - Component 250MHz
Video bandwidth - S-Video & Composite 130MHz


Rear Panel Input Connections
Audio/Video
(Analog x 7)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
VCR1
VCR2
TV
LD
AUX
SAT
 
DVD
 
S-Video (Y/C) + Composite video (CVBS) + 2-ch. audio
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Component video + S-Video (Y/C) +
        Composite video (CVBS) + 2-ch. audio
Component video + S-Video (Y/C) +
        Composite video (CVBS) + 7.1-ch. audio
Audio
(Analog x 2)
CD
TAPE
2-ch. audio
2-ch. audio
Digital x 6
 
DIG1-4
DIG5-6
4 x RCA   (S/PDIF)
2 x Toslink   (Optical)
2nd Zone
(Analog x 1)
ZONE-2
 
2-ch. audio
 


Rear Panel Output Connections
Main Out
 
 
 
7.1 ch. audio   (center, LFE, front L+R, surround L+R, rear L+R)
1   x   Component video
1   x   S-Video (Y/C)
2   x   Composite video (CVBS)
Record Out
 
 
 
2   x   2 ch. audio
2   x   S-Video (Y/C)
2   x   Composite video (CVBS)
1   x   Digital Toslink (Optical)
2nd Zone
 
1   x   Variable 2 ch. audio
1   x   Fixed 2 ch. audio
Triggers
 
 
1   x   Main Zone   (Dry contact)
1   x   2nd Zone   (Dry contact)
1   x   Amplifier   (12 Volt)

Notes: Any of the 9 analog A/V input names may be re-assigned in the setup.
          Any of the 6 digital inputs may be assigned to any of the 9 A/V inputs in the setup.
          All 2-channel & 7.1-channel audio connections use single-ended RCA connectors.
          All Composite & Component video connections use RCA connectors.



Tuner Section                       FM                           AM
Frequency tuning range 87.5 - 108.1MHz 520 - 1720kHz
50dB quieting sensitivity 37dBf   -
Capture Ratio < 1.6dB   -
AM rejection 60dB   -
THD @ 1kHz 0.1%   (Stereo) 0.5%
I.F. rejection 90dB 35dB
Image rejection 80dB 45dB
Selectivity 58dB 30dB
S/N ratio 74dB   (Stereo) 45dB
Stereo separation 45dB @ 1kHz   -


Miscellaneous Information
Available Faceplate Finishes Black and Silver
Remote Control Full-Function & Basic Function
Display Type VFD   (Vacuum Flourescent Display)
Front Panel Controls
 
 
Stand by · Stereo · Surround · AM/FM ·
Seek + · Seek - · Volume + · Volume - ·
Input + · Input - · Mute · 2nd Zone
Rack mount size 3 spaces
Power Consumption 24 Watts
AC Power Requirements 100 - 240V / 50 or 60Hz   (Switch Mode power supply)
Fuse Replacement 1A short fast blow   (120V & 230V)
Warranty   (USA & Canada) 5 Years - transferable
Shipping weight 25 lbs / 11 Kg
Dimensions   (W x H x D) 19 x 6-1/2 x 14 in.   (48 x 16.5 x 35.5 cm.)

        Specifications are subject to change without notice.