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McIntosh C200 User Manual

McIntosh C200
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McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903 2699 Phone: 607 723 3512 FAX: 607 724 0549
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C200
C200 Preamplifier/Controller

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McIntosh C200 Specifications

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BrandMcIntosh
ModelC200
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Guidelines

Essential safety guidelines for operating the equipment, including handling warnings and general care.

Safe Installation Practices

Guidelines for safe and proper installation, ensuring ventilation and avoiding hazards like water or heat.

Electrical Connection Precautions

Instructions for safely connecting the unit to a power source, including cord protection and plug usage.

C200 Performance Highlights

High-Quality Components and Audio

Highlights the use of high-precision components and ultra-low distortion for superior audio amplification.

C200C Custom Cabinet Installation

C200P Custom Cabinet Installation

C200C Rear Panel Connections

C200P Rear Panel Connections

Connecting the C200 System

C200C to C200P Connection

Connects the C200C Controller to the C200P Preamplifier using the supplied DB25 cable.

Power Control and Accessory Hookups

Details connecting power control cables to amplifiers, tuners, and other source components.

Data and Audio Signal Routing

Guides connecting data and audio cables from source components like tuners and players to the C200P.

Main Amplifier Audio Output

Connects the C200P's balanced main outputs to the inputs of McIntosh power amplifiers.

Final AC Power Connection

Instructs connecting the C200C's power cord to a live AC outlet to complete the setup.

Passthru Mode Connectivity

Passthru System Integration

Enables the C200 to integrate into a multichannel system for front channels via A/V controllers.

Passthru Inter-Chassis and Power

Connects C200C to C200P and sets up power control for components in passthru configuration.

Passthru A/V Controller and Data

Connects the A/V controller's zone output and data ports to the C200C for passthru functionality.

Passthru Audio Input Setup

Guides connecting audio sources like A/V controller outputs and tuner/player to specific C200P inputs.

Passthru Output and Power Hookup

Connects C200P balanced outputs to power amplifiers and the C200C to AC power.

C200C Front Panel Controls

C200C Input and Mode Selection

Buttons and switches for selecting audio sources, listening modes, and processor loops.

C200C Volume and Balance

Knobs for adjusting relative channel levels and overall listening volume.

C200C Display and Status

Front panel display for status, input selection, volume, and setup functions.

C200C Operational Buttons

Buttons for muting audio, mono operation, output selection, power control, and setup access.

C200 Setup Mode Configuration

Accessing C200 Setup Mode

Procedure to enter and navigate the C200's setup menu for customizing functions.

C200 Input Configuration

C200 Input Trim Level Adjustment

Procedure to match volume levels across different input sources for consistent playback.

C200 Input Source Selection

How to turn unused input sources on or off to simplify source selection.

C200 Control Rate and Passthru Setup

C200 Volume Control Speed

Sets the rate at which volume changes when the control knob is rotated (Slow, Fast, or Variable).

C200 Balance Control Speed

Configures the speed of channel balance adjustments, from slow to variable rate.

C200 Advanced Setup Options

Basic C200 Operation

Advanced C200 Operation

McIntosh Remote Control Functions

Remote Control Detailed Operation

McIntosh C200 Specifications

C200 Audio Performance Specs

Detailed audio performance parameters including frequency response, distortion, noise, and impedance.

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