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McIntosh C2300 User Manual

McIntosh C2300
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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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McIntosh C2300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Output level45 mV
Amplifier class-
Frequency range10 - 100000 Hz
Input sensitivity4.5 mV
Audio output channels2.0 channels
Peak power per channel- W
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)93 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)0.08 %
XLR inYes
XLR out3
Headphone outputs1
Line inputs (RCA)6
Line outputs (RCA)4
Headphone connectivity6.3 mm
Speakers connectivity typeRCA
PurposeHome
Product colorBlack
Volume controlRotary
Connectivity technologyWired
AC input voltage120 V
AC input frequency50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption (typical)75 W
Package weight20410 g
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth457.2 mm
Width444.5 mm
Height193.7 mm
Weight13.41 g

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Technical Assistance and Customer Service

General Information

Connector and Cable Information

Details on XLR, Power Control, Trigger, and Data Port connectors and associated cabling.

Introduction and C2300 Features

Dimensions

Installation

Rear Panel Connections

How to Connect the C2300

Front Panel Overview

Setup

Operating Setup Modes

Guide on how to access and navigate the C2300's setup menu.

Default Settings and Firmware

Overview of factory default settings and how to check the firmware version.

Trim Level Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting input source volume levels for consistent output.

Re-Title Inputs

Procedure for renaming input sources on the front panel display.

Meter Illumination Control

Instructions for turning the front panel meter illumination on or off.

Display Brightness and Control Triggers

Adjusting display brightness and configuring power control trigger assignments.

Accessory Power, Tube LED, and Passthru

Settings for accessory power, tube LED status, and passthru mode configuration.

Remote Control Functions

Using the Remote Control

How to Operate the C2300

Power On and Source Selection

Steps for powering on the unit and selecting audio input sources.

Volume and Balance Control

Adjusting the listening volume and speaker balance levels.

Trim Function Overview

Introduction to the trim functions for fine-tuning audio parameters.

Tone Controls and Bypass

Using Bass, Treble controls and activating the Tone Bypass feature.

Trim Level Adjustment

Fine-tuning input source volume levels using trim controls.

Meter Illumination and Phono Adjustments

Configuring meter lighting and adjusting phono input settings.

Mono, Mute, and Tone Bypass

Operating mono mode, mute function, and tone bypass.

Recording and Setup Access

Using record monitor, accessing setup, and mute operations.

Output Control and Headphones

Managing audio outputs and connecting headphones for private listening.

Making a Recording and System Reset

Procedure for recording audio and resetting the device's microprocessors.

Technical Description

Silent Audio Switching

Explanation of the electromagnetic switching technology used for signal routing.

Phono Circuitry

Details on the MC and MM phono preamplifier circuits and their capabilities.

Tone Control Circuitry

Description of the tone control circuit, its attenuation, and bypass functionality.

Volume Adjustments

Technical insights into the C2300's volume control system and its precision.

Meter and Circuitry

Explanation of the meter's electronic circuitry for accurate signal level indication.

Power Supply Circuits

Information on the regulated power supplies and R-core transformer.

Specifications

Packing Instructions

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