Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto C2200 del fabbricante McIntosh
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C2200 Owner ’s Manual McIntosh Laboratory , Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New Y ork 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 F AX: 607-724-0549 T ube Preamplifier.
2 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERA TING THIS EQUIPMENT . W ARNING - TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT T O RAIN OR MOISTURE.
3 Customer Service T echnical Assist ance Please T ake A Moment Thank Y ou Copyright 2003 © by McIntosh Laboratory , Inc. The serial number , purchase date and McIntosh Dealer name are important to you for possible insurance claim or future service.
4 Import ant Information 1. The C2200 uses V acuum T ubes for amplifying the audio signal. The C2200 is designed to have only qualified Service Personnel perform any part(s) replacement including all the vacuum tubes. 2. For additional information on Audio Connections, r efer to the Owner ’ s Manual(s) for the component(s).
5 • • • • • Balanced Inputs and Outputs Four balanced high level Inputs and three balanced Outputs are provided. • • • • • Precision T racking V olume Control V olume levels are controlled by a new Multi-Stage Precision Digitally Controlled Attenuator System with a tracking ac- curacy of 0.
6 Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your C2200. There is additional information on the next page pertaining to installing the C2200 into cabi- nets. Dimensions 17- 1/2 " 44.45cm 6 - 5/16 " 16.
7 6 - 5/8 " 16.83cm 17- 1/16 " 43.34cm Cutout Opening for Custom Mounting C2200 Front Panel Custom Cabinet Cutout Cutout Opening for V entilation Cutout Opening for V entilation Support Shelf Cabinet Front Panel Chassis Spacers C2200 Side V iew in a Partially Open Custom Cabinet C2200 Support Shelf in Custom Cabinet 6- 1/2 " 16.
8 Rear Panel Connections Connect the power cord to a live AC outlet. Refer to informa- tion on the back panel of the C2200 to deter- mine the correct voltage Main Fuse holder , refer to information on.
9 McIntosh Power Amplifier How to Connect for Power Control McIntosh AM/FM Tuner McIntosh CD Player How to Connect for Power Control McIntosh Power Control The four Power Control Jacks have default settings as ex- plained on page 8. The hookup example below utilizing the default settings.
10 McIntosh Power Amplifier How to Connect for Audio and Dat a Control 1. Connect Audio Cables from the McIntosh C2200 MAIN Balanced OUTPUTS to the McIntosh Power Amplifier Balanced INPUTS. Note: The unbalanced MAIN Audio Outputs and unbalanced Power Amplifier Inputs may be used instead of the Balanced Connections.
11 McIntosh A/V Control Center How to Connect for Pass Thru Mode The P ASS THRU Mode on the C2200 allows it to be part of a Multichannel System for the Left and Right Front Channels, when it is connected to a McIntosh Multichannel Processor such as the MX135.
12 How to Connect for a Second Room How to Connect for a Second Room 1. Connect Audio Cables from the C2200 Balanced OUT - PUTS 2 to the Second Power Amplifier Balanced In- puts. Notes: The unbalanced Audio OUTPUTS 2 and unbalanced Power Amplifier Inputs may be used instead of the Balanced Connections.
13 Front Panel Controls, Displays, Push-Buttons, and Switches BALANCE Control allows the adjustment of the relative volume levels for each channel and is used for setup functions POWER Switch turns al.
14 How to Operate the Setup Mode Y our McIntosh C2200 has been factory configured for de- fault operating settings that will allow immediate enjoyment of superb audio without the need for further adjustments.
15 Setup Input T rim Level V arious Source Components can have slightly different vol- ume levels. This could result in the constant need to readjust the C2200 V olume Control when switching between differ- ent Input Sources.
16 Auto T one The Auto T one Feature activates the T ONE BYP ASS Dy- namic Memory Circuit. When the Auto T one Feature is set to the On position, the C2200 will automatically remember for each Input whenever the T one Bypass Circuit is On or Of f. 1. Press the SETUP Push-button to access the Setup Mode.
17 Setup, con’t Pass Thru Mode The C2200 can be part of a Multichannel Sound System. The Right and Left Front Channels from a McIntosh Pro- cessor or Decoder can “Pass Thru” the C2200 and on to its associated Power Amplifier(s).
18 Firmware V ersion The C2200 functionality is controlled by internal software that is know as Firmware. The V ersion of the Firmware in the C2200 can be identified at any time by utilizing the Setup Mode. 1. Press the SETUP Push-button to access the Setup Mode.
19 The McIntosh C2200 T ube Preamplifier has been factory configured for operating settings that allow immediate en- joyment of superb high fidelity audio without the need for further adjustments. If you wish to make changes to the fac- tory default settings, refer to the SETUP Section of this Owner ’ s Manual.
20 Mono Press the MONO Mode Push-button to combine Left and Right Stereo Signals to Mono, for the MAIN, OUTPUT s 1&2 and the HEADPHONES Jack. The MODE Push-but- ton on the Remote Control also can be used to switch be- tween the Stereo and Mono Modes of Operation.
21 How to Operate the C2200, con’t Figure 32 Figure 33 Default Settings T o restore the C2200 to Factory Default Settings perform the following. Press and hold in the MONO Push-button together with the OUTPUTS 2 Push-button.
22 Remote Control Push-Buttons Selects one of the twelve High Level Audio/V ideo Sources or Phono Input T urns AC Power ON or OFF to certain McIntosh Components when connected via the Data Port Adjust.
23 How to Operate by Remote Control The supplied Remote Control is capable of directly control- ling the functions of contemporary McIntosh Source Com- ponents connected to the C2200.
24 McIntosh Laboratory , the company who introduced the world’ s first amplifier that could be called “High Fidelity”, has done it again. The McIntosh engineering staf f has cre- ated a T ube Preamplifier without compromise, using the most advanced McIntosh circuit design concepts.
25 T echnical Description Side Inside V iew of the C2200 Bottom Inside V iew of the C2200 Logarithmic Attenuator . There are stringent requirements for the V olume Attenuator in this design. The channel to channel tracking accuracy must be maintained.
26 Specifications Frequency Response +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz T otal Harmonic Distortion 0.08% from 20Hz to 20,000Hz Signal T o Noise Ratio Phono, 80dB High Level, 93dB Maximum V oltage Output 8V rms Unbalanced, 16V rms Balanced Output Impedance 250 ohms Unbalanced, 500 ohms Balanced Sensitivity Phono MM, 4.
27 Packing Instructions In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for ship- ment, the equipment must be packed exactly as shown be- low . It is very important that the four plastic feet are at- tached to the bottom of the equipment. This will ensure the proper equipment location on the bottom pad.
McIntosh Part No. 04098500 McIntosh Laboratory , Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, NY 13903 The continuous improvement of its products is the policy of McIntosh Laboratory Incorporated who reserve the right to improve design without notice. Printed in the U.
Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il McIntosh C2200 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del McIntosh C2200 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso McIntosh C2200 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul McIntosh C2200 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il McIntosh C2200, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del McIntosh C2200.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il McIntosh C2200. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo McIntosh C2200 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
