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The lightning flash with arrowhead,
within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated danger -
ous voltage within the products
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radia -
tors, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A ground
-
ing type plug has two blades and a third ground -
ing prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience re -
ceptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of im -
portant operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the litera -
ture accompanying the appliance.
WARNING - TO REDUCE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE
OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when mov -
ing the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service person
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nel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the appara -
tus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liq
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uids, such as vases, are placed on the equipment.
16. To completely disconnect this equipment from the
a.c. mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug
from the a.c. receptacle.
17. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall
remain readily operable.
18. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
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Thank You
Your decision to own this McIntosh C2300 Tube Preampli -
fier ranks you at the very top among discriminating music
listeners. You now have The Best. The McIntosh dedica
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tion to Quality, is assurance that you will receive many
years of musical enjoyment from this unit.
Please take a short time to read the information in this
manual. We want you to be as familiar as possible with all
the features and functions of your new McIntosh.
Please Take A Moment
The serial number, purchase date and McIntosh Dealer
name are important to you for possible insurance claim or
future service. The spaces below have been provided for
you to record that information:
Serial Number: __________________________________
Purchase Date: __________________________________
Dealer Name: ___________________________________
Technical Assistance
If at any time you have questions about your McIntosh
product, contact your McIntosh Dealer who is familiar
with your McIntosh equipment and any other brands that
may be part of your system. If you or your Dealer wish
additional help concerning a suspected problem, you can
receive technical assistance for all McIntosh products at:
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Phone: 607-723-1545
Fax: 607-724-0549
Customer Service
If it is determined that your McIntosh product is in need of
repair, you can return it to your Dealer. You can also return
it to the McIntosh Laboratory Service Department. For
assistance on factory repair return procedure, contact the
McIntosh Service Department at:
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Phone: 607-723-3515
Fax: 607-723-1917
Copyright 2007 © by McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. Safety Instructions ............................................................
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Thank You and Please Take a Moment .............................
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Technical Assistance and Customer Service ....................
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Table of Contents ..............................................................
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General Information .........................................................
4
Connector and Cable Information ....................................
4
Introduction .......................................................................
5
C2300 Features .................................................................
5
Dimensions .......................................................................
6
Installation ........................................................................
7
Connections:
Rear Panel Connections (Separate Sheet) ....... 8 and Mc2A
How to Connect the C2300 ...............................................
9
Connection Diagrams (Separate Sheets)
Mc1A, Mc1B and
Mc2B
Front Panel Features:
Front Panel Displays, Controls, Push-buttons and Jack . 10
Setup:
How to Operate the Setup Mode ..................................... 11
Default Settings ............................................................... 11
Firmware Version ............................................................. 11
Trim Level Adjustment .................................................... 11
Re-Title Inputs ................................................................. 12
Meter Illumination .......................................................... 12
Display Brightness .......................................................... 13
Power Control Triggers ................................................... 13
Accessory Power Control ................................................ 13
Tube LED ........................................................................ 13
Passthru ........................................................................... 13
Remote Control:
Remote Control Push-buttons ......................................... 14
How to Operate by Remote Control ............................... 15
Operation:
How to Operate the C2300 ............................................. 16
Additional Information:
Technical Description ..................................................... 20
Specifications .................................................................. 22
Packing Instruction ......................................................... 23
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