McIntosh MC451 Dual Mono Power Amplifier

Owner's Manual - Page 8

For MC451.

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8
Rear Panel Connections and Switches
1� Input Mode
To select the BALANCED or UNBALANCED
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to toggle between these two options. Each
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cable or a male unbalanced RCA cable. All
inputs must use the same type of connection
(BALANCED or UNBALANCED).
Refer to
page 5, Connector Information.
2� Amplier Mode
MONO is the common choice for most
applications of the MC451. The signal from
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frequency range tailored by the crossover to
match the attached loudspeaker.
 can be useful for situations where
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also be used for feeding full-range signals to
two separate loudspeakers from a single MC451.
Note: If you need to switch the INPUT or AMPLIFIER
MODE, it is best to do so when the MC451 is
powered off to avoid any unpleasant noise from the
loudspeakers.
3� Vacuum Tube Input
With the  switch set to
MONO, the input is disabled.
With the  switch set to
 , this input sends a full range input
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4� Mono / Solid State Input
With the  switch set to
MONO, the input signal is sent to the internal
crossover. The crossover then sends signals to
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settings.
With the  switch set to
 , this input sends a full range input
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5� Crossover
Refer to page 12, Setting Up the Crossover for
additional information.
6� Power Control
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receive control signals when connected to other
McIntosh products. In this way, powering on
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same for multiple units.
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signal from +5 to +12 volts. Meter and tube
lights can be controlled as well.
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volt signal with a total current up to 25 mA.
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mini phone plug. Refer to page 5, Connector
Information.
7� Auto O Function
The MC451 incorporates power saving circuitry
to automatically activate the power saving
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approximately 30 minutes of no audio signal in
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set to ENABLED.
If the AUTO OFF switch is set to DISABLED,
the MC451 will remain on regardless of the
presence of any audio signal.
When there is a power control connection
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component, the AUTO OFF function is disabled
regardless of switch position.
8� Vacuum Tube Outputs
Refer to page 5, Connecting a Loudspeaker
for additional information.
9� Solid State Outputs
Refer to page 5, Connecting a Loudspeaker
for additional information.
10� AC Input
Connect the MC451 power cord to a live AC
outlet. Refer to the rear panel for voltage and
current requirements.
11� Fuse
Under normal operating conditions the fuse
should not need to be replaced. If required, refer
to the rear panel for proper fuse type.
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