McIntosh MC3500 - User Manual

McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com
MC3500
Mono Tube Amplifier
Owner's Manual

McIntosh MC3500 Specifications

General

Brand	McIntosh
Model	MC3500
Category	Amplifier
Language	English

Summary

Unpacking the MC3500

Unpacking Procedure and Safety

Instructions for safely unpacking the MC3500, including tube protection and safety precautions.

Rear Panel Navigation

Connection Diagram

How to Connect Loudspeakers

Loudspeaker Terminal Connection

Procedure for attaching speaker cables to the amplifier's output terminals.

Banana Plug Connections

Loudspeaker Connection Details

Spade Lug or Wire Connections

Loudspeaker Impedance Matching

Electrical Safety Warnings

Important warnings regarding hazardous live terminals and risk of electric shock.

Front Panel Navigation and Operation

Front Panel Controls Overview

Power Control Operation

Advanced Operation and Protection

Sentry Monitor Protection and Reset

Explanation of Sentry Monitor function and how to reset it.

Specifications

Amplifier Specifications

Detailed electrical and performance specifications of the MC3500 amplifier.