Tube Preamplifier C2200 Owner’s Manual McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
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Thank You Table of Contents Your decision to own this McIntosh C2200 Tube Preamplifier ranks you at the very top among discriminating music listeners. You now have “The Best.” The McIntosh dedication 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. Safety Instructions ...........................
Important Information 1. The C2200 uses Vacuum Tubes 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, refer to the Owner’s Manual(s) for the component(s). 3. Connecting Cables and Connectors are available from the McIntosh Parts Department: Data and Power Control Cable Part No.
Introduction and Performance Features Introduction The McIntosh C2200 Tube Preamplifier is without question the finest Audio Tube Preamplifier ever created. No design compromises were allowed in the quest for a Tube Preamplifier with absolute accuracy, total sonic purity and virtual elimination of distortion and audible noise. For those who have been searching for their “Last Tube Preamplifier”, your search is over.
Dimensions 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 cabinets. 17-1/2" 44.45cm Front View of the C2200 7 -1/8" 18.10cm 7 -5/8" 19.37cm 17" 43.18cm Rear View of the C2200 6 -5/16" 16.03cm 13 -1/4" 33.66cm 16-3/16" 41.43cm 15-1/2" 39.37cm Side View of the C2200 6-1/2" 3/16" 0.48cm 16.51cm 13/16" 2.06cm 10-1/2" 26.67cm 6 2" 5.
Installation Installation The C2200 can be placed upright on a table or shelf, standinches (5.08cm) above the top, 2 inches (5.08cm) below the ing on its four feet. It also can be custom installed in a piece bottom and 1 inch (2.54cm) on each side of the A/V Control of furniture or cabinet of your choice. The four feet may be Center, so that airflow is not obstructed. Allow 19-1/2 removed from the bottom of the C2200 when it is custom inches (49.53cm) depth behind the front panel.
Rear Panel Connections Unbalanced MAIN OUTPUTS contain the program signals at all times. The Unbalanced 1 and 2 OUTPUTS contain the program signals and turn On/Off with the Front Panel OUTPUTS 1 and 2 Push-buttons TAPE/REC OUTPUTS contain RECord Out Signals Balanced MAIN OUTPUTS contain the program signals at all times. The Balanced 1 and 2 OUTPUTS and can be switched On/Off with the Front Panel OUTPUTS 1 and 2 Push-buttons Connect the power cord to a live AC outlet.
How to Connect for Power Control How to Connect for Power Control The four Power Control Jacks have default settings as explained on page 8. The hookup example below utilizing the default settings. If you wish to use any one of the three assignable Power Control Outputs as a dedicated Trigger instead, connect that Component Source Unit’s Power Control Input to the desired Trigger Output (A, B, or C). The default setting in the C2200 Setup needs to be changed to match the new Power Control Connection. 1.
How to Connect for Audio and Data Control How to Connect for Audio and Data 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. 2. Connect Audio Cables from the McIntosh CD Player Balanced Audio Outputs to the C2200 CD Balanced INPUTS.
How to Connect for Pass Thru Mode How to Connect for Pass Thru Mode The PASS 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. Any of the C2200’s High Level Inputs may be used for the PASS THRU Function. The C2200 default setting for the PASS THRU feature needs to be changed in Setup.
How to Connect for a Second Room How to Connect for a Second Room 1. Connect Audio Cables from the C2200 Balanced OUTPUTS 2 to the Second Power Amplifier Balanced Inputs. Notes: The unbalanced Audio OUTPUTS 2 and unbalanced Power Amplifier Inputs may be used instead of the Balanced Connections. When a second room is connected, it is sometimes desirable to switch Off the Loudspeakers in the Main Listening Room.
Front Panel Controls, Displays, Push-Buttons, and Switches INPUT Switch selects the Program Source Signals and is used in Setup Mode BASS Control provides 12dB boost or cut with a flat center position TREBLE Control provides 12dB boost or cut with a flat center position TONE BYPASS with indicator, when activated the audio signal totally bypasses the Tone Control Circuitry IR Sensor for Remote Control Operation MONO Push-button with indicator, combines Left and Right Stereo Signals to Mono REC MONITOR
How to Operate the Setup Mode Default Settings Your McIntosh C2200 has been factory configured for default operating settings that will allow immediate enjoyment of superb audio without the need for further adjustments. If you wish to make changes to the factory default settings, a Setup Feature is provided to customize the operating settings using the Front Panel Alphanumeric Display. 1.
Setup 4. Press the SETUP Push-button to exit the Setup Mode. To set the Front Panel Alphanumeric DISPLAY Brightness when the Meter Illumination is Off, perform the following steps. 5. Rotate the Front Panel METER LIGHTS (Menu) to switch Off the Meter Illumination. 6. Press the SETUP Push-button to access the Setup Mode. 7. Rotate the Front Panel METER LIGHTS (Menu) Control until the word DISPLAY 5 appears. 8. Rotate the BALANCE (Select) Control until the desired Display Brightness is achieved.
1. Press the SETUP Push-button to access the Setup Mode. 2. The Front Panel Alphanumeric Display will change and the Red LED above the SETUP Push-button be illuminated. 3. Rotate the METER LIGHTS (Menu) Control until the words INP AUX>AUX appears. Refer to figure 9. Note: If another Input Title is displayed, rotate the INPUT Control to Select the AUX Input 5. Rotate the METER LIGHTS (Menu) Control until the words TRIG PHONO>- - appears. Refer to figure 13.
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 Processor or Decoder can “Pass Thru” the C2200 and on to its associated Power Amplifier(s). The Setup Mode allows the Selection of the Input that will be used for the Right and Left Front Channels Pass Thru Mode. In the example below, the Right and Left Front Channels from the Multichannel Processor/Decoder will be connected to the AUX Input on the C2200.
Setup, con’t Firmware Version The C2200 functionality is controlled by internal software that is know as Firmware. The Version 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. 2. Rotate the Front Panel METER LIGHTS (Menu) Control until the word VERSION _. _ _ appears. Refer to figure 23. Figure 23 3. The number after the word VERSION is the Firmware number. 4. Press the SETUP Push-button to exit the Setup Mode.
How to Operate the C2200 How to Operate the C2200 The McIntosh C2200 Tube Preamplifier has been factory configured for operating settings that allow immediate enjoyment of superb high fidelity audio without the need for further adjustments. If you wish to make changes to the factory default settings, refer to the SETUP Section of this Owner’s Manual. Power On and Off Press the POWER switch to ON, the Red LED above the STANDBY/ON Push-button lights to indicate the C2200 is in Standby Mode.
Mono Press the MONO Mode Push-button to combine Left and Right Stereo Signals to Mono, for the MAIN, OUTPUTs 1&2 and the HEADPHONES Jack. The MODE Push-button on the Remote Control also can be used to switch between the Stereo and Mono Modes of Operation. Note: The TAPE/REC Outputs are not effected by the Mono Mode of Operation. Balance Control Adjust the BALANCE Control as needed to achieve approximately equal listening volume levels in each Loudspeaker.
How to Operate the C2200, con’t Default Settings To 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. Approximately 5 seconds after holding in the two the Front Panel Push-buttons together, the Front Panel Alphanumeric Display will indicate MASTER RESET. Refer to figure 32.
Remote Control Push-Buttons LED illuminates during the time a remote command is sent to the C2200 Turns AC Power ON or OFF to certain McIntosh Components when connected via the Data Port Selects Functions for McIntosh Home Controller and as a “shift” key when used with the AM or FM push-buttons to select Output (Spkr) 1 or 2 Switches OFF the entire C2200 System Use to select tuner presets, disc tracks or any numbered operation Selects Switched Output 1, AM Tuner Operating Functions and Disc Selection on cer
How to Operate by Remote Control How to Operate by Remote Control The supplied Remote Control is capable of directly controlling the functions of contemporary McIntosh Source Components connected to the C2200. Earlier McIntosh source components and other brand source components can be controlled by the C2200 Remote Control with the addition of a McIntosh Remote Control Translator (RCT). Note: Your McIntosh Dealer can assist you with the installation and operation of the Remote Control Translator (RCT).
Technical Description McIntosh Laboratory, the company who introduced the world’s first amplifier that could be called “High Fidelity”, has done it again. The McIntosh engineering staff has created a Tube Preamplifier without compromise, using the most advanced McIntosh circuit design concepts. Creating a Preamplifier with this level of performance did not come easily. Many months of design, testing and measuring were required.
Technical Description Logarithmic Attenuator. There are stringent requirements for the Volume Attenuator in this design. The channel to channel tracking accuracy must be maintained. After a great deal of research we found that mechanical potentiometers cannot approach the tracking accuracy that McIntosh felt was necessary. Therefore, we choose to use a dual attenuator with switching driven from a 16-bit serial data word. Resistor values are decoded by an internal multiplexer to steps of 0.5dB.
Specifications Specifications Frequency Response +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz Total Harmonic Distortion 0.08% from 20Hz to 20,000Hz Signal To Noise Ratio Phono, 80dB High Level, 93dB Maximum Voltage Output 8Vrms Unbalanced, 16Vrms Balanced Output Impedance 250 ohms Unbalanced, 500 ohms Balanced Sensitivity Phono MM, 4.4mV for 2.5V rated output High Level, 450mV for 2.
Packing Instructions Packing Instructions In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as shown below. It is very important that the four plastic feet are attached to the bottom of the equipment. This will ensure the proper equipment location on the bottom pad. Failure to do this will result in shipping damage. Use the original shipping carton and interior parts only if they are all in good serviceable condition.
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