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McIntosh MC500

McIntosh MC500
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MC500
POWER
AMPLIFIER
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McIntosh MC500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)0.005%
Input Sensitivity2.5V
Power Output500 watts per channel into 2, 4 or 8 ohms
Frequency Response20Hz to 20kHz (+0, -0.25dB)
Input Impedance20k ohms

Summary

Installation

How to Connect Inputs

Bridged (Mono) Connection

Details connecting inputs for Bridged Mono configuration using either Unbalanced RCA or Balanced XLR.

How to Connect Outputs

Stereo Outputs

Explains using Output Autoformers with 2, 4, or 8 ohm taps for matching loudspeakers.

Bridged (Mono) Outputs

Describes connecting speakers for 1000 watt mono operation using specific output terminals.

Technical Description

Sentry Monitor Circuit

Monitors output stage conditions to prevent damage from short circuits or low impedance loads.

Power Guard

Details the patented circuit that prevents clipping distortion by monitoring input/output waveforms.

Output Autoformer

Explains the Autoformer's role in matching impedance, ensuring efficiency, and protecting speakers from DC.

Specifications

Key Performance Specifications

Covers critical performance metrics including power output, distortion, frequency response, and SNR.

Protection and Requirements

Details Power Guard functionality, power input requirements, and operational parameters.

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