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McIntosh Audio Control Center C45 User Manual

McIntosh Audio Control Center C45
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C45
Owner’s Manual
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 FAX: 607-724-0549
Audio Control Center
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McIntosh Audio Control Center C45 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMcIntosh
ModelAudio Control Center C45
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Information

Electrical Hazard Warnings

Covers risks of electric shock and fire from voltage, moisture, ventilation, and power cords.

User Serviceability and Servicing

Emphasizes qualified personnel and cautions against opening the unit.

General Safety Precautions

Guidelines for safe operation, cleaning, and placement.

Owner Information and Support

Owner's Record

Space to record serial number, purchase date, and dealer name for service.

Technical and Customer Assistance

Contact details for McIntosh support and service.

Important Information and Connectors

General Installation and Connection Notes

Advice on professional installation, power switch, and connecting cables.

Connector Pinouts and Types

Details on XLR, Power Control, Data/IR, Keypad, and RAA1 connectors.

Introduction and Performance Features

Product Overview

Introduction to the C45 Audio Control Center and its capabilities.

Key Performance Highlights

Features contributing to the unit's audio quality and functionality.

Physical Dimensions

C45 Unit Measurements

Detailed dimensions for front, rear, and side views.

Installation Procedures

Unit Placement and Cabinet Mounting

Guidelines for placing the unit and custom cabinet cutouts.

Ventilation and Airflow Requirements

Spacing recommendations for cooling.

Rear Panel Connectivity

Audio Output and Input Jacks

Description of balanced/unbalanced outputs, 6-channel inputs, tuner inputs.

Control and Data Port Connections

Explanation of power control, data ports, keypad, IR input, and ground connections.

Power Control Connections

System Power Control Setup

Connecting components for synchronized power-on/off.

Data Control and Remote Operation

Connecting for Remote Operation

Linking source units for remote control via data ports.

Remote Control System Integration

Setting up keypads and IR sensors for remote control.

Two Channel Operation Setup

Connecting Stereo Sources

Connecting CD, DVD, turntable, and tape recorder for stereo playback.

Six Channel Operation Setup

Connecting Surround Sound Sources

Connecting sources for surround sound with multiple amplifiers.

Front Panel Controls and Display

Front Panel Component Guide

Detailed explanations of front panel buttons, knobs, and displays.

System Setup Mode

Accessing and Navigating Setup

Steps to enter and use the setup menu.

Factory Default Settings Overview

Listing of default configurations for the unit and optional tuner.

Setup Adjustments

Display Brightness and Firmware

Adjusting display settings and checking firmware version.

Tuner Setup: Country and Tuning

Configuring country code and tuning methods for the tuner.

Setup: Input and Tuning Options

Input Source Renaming

Customizing input source titles.

Input Level Trim Adjustment

Setting input levels for balanced volume.

Setup: Channel Assignments

Configuring 6 Channel Inputs

Assigning 6-channel inputs to specific sources.

Configuring Balanced Input

Assigning the balanced input to a source.

Setup: Audio and Control Features

2 Channel Subwoofer Output Setup

Enabling the subwoofer output for stereo sources.

Power Control Trigger Configuration

Customizing power control output behavior.

Auto Tone Feature Configuration

Enabling memory for tone bypass status.

Setup: Remote Control

Remote Control Code Selection

Choosing between normal and alternate remote control codes.

Operating the C45

Power On/Off and Volume Control

Basic power and volume operations.

Mute and Input Source Selection

Using mute and selecting audio inputs.

Balance (Trim) Function

Adjusting the left/right speaker balance.

Operation: Tone, Channels, and Trim

Tone Bypass and Controls

Using tone controls and bypassing them.

6 Channel Mode Operation

Switching between 2 and 6 channel modes.

Trim and Trim Level Adjustments

Adjusting subwoofer, center, and surround levels.

Advanced Operation and System Reset

Accessing Setup and Resetting Microprocessors

Re-entering setup and soft-resetting the unit.

Restoring Factory Default Settings

Procedure to reset all settings to factory defaults.

Remote Control Button Functions

Remote Control Overview

Detailed guide to each button on the remote control.

Remote Control Operation

Remote Control Usage Guide

Instructions for operating various functions using the remote.

Technical Specifications

Audio and Signal Specifications

Detailed specs for audio performance.

Power, Dimensions, and Weight

Electrical requirements, physical size, and weight.

Optional TM1 AM/FM Tuner Module

Introduction to the TM1 Tuner

Overview of the optional tuner module.

TM1 Tuner Performance Features

Highlights of the tuner's capabilities.

Tuner Antenna Connections

Connecting AM and FM Antennas

Diagrams showing antenna connections to the C45 and RAA1.

Antenna Component Setup

AM Antenna Connection Procedure

Steps for connecting the remote AM antenna.

FM Antenna Connection Procedure

Steps for connecting the external FM antenna.

Tuner Operation

Tuner Tuning Methods Explained

How to select stations using different tuning techniques.

Tuner Preset Management

Assigning and Storing Tuner Presets

Process for saving favorite radio stations.

Clearing Stored Tuner Presets

Method for removing presets from memory.

Optimizing AM Reception

RAA1 Antenna Adjustment Guide

Steps to fine-tune the AM antenna for best reception.

TM1 Tuner Specifications

FM Tuner Technical Details

Detailed specifications for FM performance.

AM Tuner Technical Details

Detailed specifications for AM performance.

Packing and Shipping

Repacking the Unit

Instructions for safely repacking the equipment.

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