McIntosh C2800 User Manual

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C2800
Digital Inputs
When a Digital Input on the C2800 is selected,
the Front Panel Information Display indicates
the sample rate or audio format when a signal is
present.
During the time there is no Digital Signal present
the display will indicate “______”.
MCT Input
When playing a multi-layer SACD, select the stereo
(SACD) or CD layer. The multi-channel layer will
not reproduce sound.
Optical
The two Optical Inputs allow digital sources to be
connected to the C2800 using TOSLINK cables
also known as “optical audio cables.” The optical
inputs can handle high resolution digital audio up
to 192kHz/24-bit. The C2800 DAC will process
standard format S/PDIF PCM signals and Dolby
Digital and DTS bitstreams. Unsupported formats
can result in strange and/or unpleasant sounds.
Coaxial
The two Digital Coaxial Inputs allow digital
sources to be connected to the C2800 using
Digital Audio RCA Coaxial cables. The COAX
inputs can handle high-resolution digital audio
up to 192kHz/24-bit. The C2800 DAC will
process standard format S/PDIF PCM signals and
Dolby Digital and DTS bitstreams. Remember,
unsupported formats can result in strange and/or
unpleasant sounds.
HDMI ARC
The HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) allows
you to use your entire audio system to play the
sound from your TV.
How to Operate the C2800 (continued)
Troubleshooting
Reset of Microprocessors
In the unlikely event the controls of the C2800 stop
functioning, the microprocessors can be reset by
performing the following:
1. Press and hold in the STANDBY/ON Button
until the LED above the STANDBY/ON Button
illumination is extinguished. Then release the
STANDBY/ON Button.
2. To switch the C2800 back On, press the
STANDBY/ON Button.
Note: This can be performed with the C2800 On or in the Standby
Mode.
Meter Lights
Meter lights in Power Amps and Source units have
the ability to be turned On and Off by the C2800.
But sometimes if a non-McIntosh unit is used, the
Meter lighting circuit is defeated and the lights are
always Off.
To remedy this, place a 173419 Trigger Adapter
Cable in-line with the normal 170202 Power
Control cable.
This Adapter leaves the ring terminal uncon
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nected, which allows the meter lights to remain
illuminated.
Notes:• Ensure you are connected to the TV’s HDMI input
port that is labeled “ARC”.
•
Your TV’s setup menu and settings may need to be
adjusted before sound is heard.
•
When the C2800 is set to the HDMI input, the
unit will automatically turn On and Off with the TV.
The front display will show “Entering HDMI
Standby Mode” when turning Off.
•
Multi-channel formats will be down mixed to a
2-channel output.
Audio formats supported by HDMI ARC:
• PCM (2 channel)
• Dolby Digital (up to 5.1 channel)
• DTS Digital Surround (up to 5.1 channel)
USB Audio
The USB Audio Input of the C2800 provides
the capability to receive music/sound in a digital
format from a connected computer.
Software Requirements
Apple
®
computers with OS-10.6.8 are able to
communicate with the C2800 without any installa
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tions necessary.
For Windows-based computers (PC), Windows 7
(Service Pack 1) or later is required. The correct
McIntosh USB Audio driver must be installed for
the PC to communicate with the C2800.
To install the McIntosh USB driver for Windows-
based computers download the latest driver from
the McIntosh website.
The driver can be found in the Downloads section
of the webpage under Software Updates. Choose
the DA2 Digital Audio Module: McIntosh USB
Audio Windows Driver. You may select this driver
in many third-party applications such as JRiver
Media Center.
The C2800’s display will show the sampling rate or
bit rate for the USB Audio Input.
Non-McIntosh
Product
McIntosh
Product
M – F
Adapter Cable
M – M
Stereo Cable
173419 170202
TRIGGER OUT
POWER CONTROL IN
TRIGGER IN
PASS THRU IN
System Connection Example

McIntosh C2800 Specifications

General

Brand	McIntosh
Model	C2800
Category	Amplifier
Language	English