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McIntosh MC352

McIntosh MC352
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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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MC352
MC352 Power Amplifier
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McIntosh MC352 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output350 watts per channel
Number of Channels2
Total Harmonic Distortion0.005%
Frequency Response +0, -3dB10Hz to 100kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio112dB
S/N Ratio112dB
Dynamic Headroom1.8dB
Input Impedance10k ohms
Voltage Gain29dB
Dimensions9.5" (24.13cm) H x 17.5" (44.45cm) W x 18" (45.72cm) D
Weight98 lbs (44.45 kg)
Frequency Response20Hz to 20kHz +0, -0.25dB
Damping Factor40
Output Impedance2, 4, or 8 ohms

Summary

Performance Features

Power Output

Details on the amplifier's power output capabilities and channels.

Full Balanced Circuity

Explanation of the balanced input and output circuitry for reduced distortion.

Power Guard

Information on the circuit that prevents amplifier clipping and speaker damage.

Sentry Monitor and Thermal Protection

Details on protection circuits for longevity and overheating.

Patented Autoformers

Explanation of autoformers for impedance matching and DC protection.

Illuminated Power Meters

Description of the peak-responding power output meters.

MC352 Rear Panel Controls and Connections

BALANCED INPUTS

For audio cables from a preamplifier or control center.

UNBALANCED INPUTS

For audio cables from a preamplifier or control center.

POWER CONTROL

Receives turn on/off signals and sends them to next component.

INPUT MODE switch

Selects different modes of operation for inputs.

OUTPUT MODE switch

Selects different operation modes for outputs.

OUTPUT Connections

Connections for 2 ohm and 4 or 8 ohm loudspeakers.

How to Connect the MC352

Prepare the loudspeaker hookup cables

Steps for preparing speaker cable ends for connection.

Connect the loudspeaker cables

Guidelines for connecting speaker cables to terminals.

Connect the balanced outputs

Connecting balanced outputs from a control center.

MC352 Front Panel Displays and Controls

METER

Indicates the Left/Right Channel Power Output of the amplifier.

POWER GUARD LEDs

Light up when the amplifier channel Power Guard circuit activates.

METER Switch

Selects the display modes of the power output meters.

POWER Switch

Turns AC power on/off, or on/remote.

How to Operate the MC352

Power On

Instructions for powering the unit on manually or remotely.

Meter Selection

How to select meter operation modes (Lights Off, Watts, Hold).

Output Mode Switch

Explains stereo and mono operation configurations.

Input Mode Switch

Allows selection of Balanced or Unbalanced inputs.

How to Operate the MC352 in Mono

Steps for operating in Mono Mode as a 700 watt amplifier.

Specifications

Power Output Stereo

350 watts continuous average power output per channel.

Power Output Mono Parallel

700 watts continuous average power output.

Output Load Impedance

Supported impedance for Stereo and Mono modes.

Rated Power Band

Frequency range for rated power output.

Dynamic Headroom

Measurement of headroom above rated power.

Frequency Response

Details on the frequency response across different ranges.

Total Harmonic Distortion

Maximum THD across power levels and frequencies.

Intermodulation Distortion

Maximum IM distortion for peak outputs.

Signal To Noise Ratio (A Weighted)

SNR values for unbalanced and balanced inputs.

Sensitivity

Input voltage requirements for unbalanced and balanced inputs.

Input Impedance

Impedance values for unbalanced and balanced inputs.

Damping Factor

Measure of amplifier's ability to control speaker motion.

Power Requirements

Voltage and frequency requirements for operation.

Dimensions

Physical dimensions of the front panel and depth.

Weight

Net and shipping weight of the unit.

Packing Instructions

Repacking Equipment

Detailed steps for properly packing the equipment for shipment.

Shipping Carton Contents

List of parts and quantities for shipping the unit.

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