McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 MC830 Power Amplifier Owner’s Manual Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.
The MC830 Power Amplifier is the latest McIntosh accomplishment in long tradition of uncompromising quality and leadership in sound amplification. Combining the latest cutting edge technology with a proven history of innovation, the MC830 will provide you an unsurpassed sonic experience. Thank you from all of us at McIntosh With the MC830 Amplifier, you have invested in a precision instrument that will provide you with many years of enjoyment.
Table of Contents Thank you from all of us at McIntosh ������������������������ 2 Make a Note ���������������������������������������������������������������� 2 Safety First ������������������������������������������������������������������ 2 Where to put it ������������������������������������������������������������ 4 Connection Diagram ����������������������������������������� 5 Connections on the Back �������������������������������������������� 6 The Inputs ���������������������������������������������
Where to put it component such as a high-powered amplifier. If all the components are installed in a single cabinet, a quiet running ventilation fan can be a definite asset in maintaining all the system components at the coolest possible operating temperature. The MC830 can be placed upright on a table or shelf, standing on its four feet. It also can be custom installed in a piece of furniture or cabinet. Always provide adequate ventilation for your MC830.
Connection Diagram Since the MC830 is a mono amplifier, a stereo setup will require two MC830 amplifiers. Connect one MC830 to the right preamplifier output and right Loudspeaker and one MC830 to the left preamplifier output and left Loudspeaker as shown here. Loudspeaker (Left) Power Control (Trigger) Cable MC830 POWER AMPLIFIER - McINTOSH LABORATORY, INC., BINGHAMTON, NY HANDCRAFTED IN USA WITH US AND IMPORTED PARTS Preamplifier with Left Unbalanced Output connected to the MC830.
Solid Cinch™ Speaker Binding Posts Positive and Negative terminals for connecting 4 or 8 Ohm Loudspeakers. Pay attention to the polarity labeled + and - AUTO OFF Switch Enables (ENA) or Disables (DIS) the Auto Off feature. When enabled the MC830 will Power Off if no input is recieved for 30 minutes. (When Power Control Knob is in the ON position) MC830 POWER AMPLIFIER McINTOSH LABORATORY, INC.
PIN 1: Shield/Ground PIN 2: + Signal PIN 3: - Signal Connecting to the Binding Posts PIN 1 PIN 3 PIN 2 Figure 06– XLR pin diagram The Speaker Wire If speaker wire is not already terminated, remove ½ inch (12.7mm) of insulation from the wire end and twist the strands together. For runs under 25 feet (7.6m), use at least 16AWG wire. For runs under 50 feet (15.2m) use at least 14AWG, and for longer runs up to 100 feet (30.5m), use 12AWG.
the PWR CONTROL IN jack. When the Meter Control Knob is in the WATTS or HOLD position, “The Left Knob” on page 8, the MC830 will follow an On or Off signal for the Meter light from a connected Preamplifier (or A/V Control Center). AC Power This connection is essential. Plug the female end of the supplied AC Power Cord into the AC connector (standard 15 ampere IEC) located in the rear right corner of the MC830. Plug the male end of the AC Power Cord into a grounded and functioning AC outlet.
Illuminated Power Meter Power Guard Indicator LED Standby Indicator LED Left Knob (aka Meter Control Knob) Right Knob (aka Power Control Knob) Figure 11– Front Panel 9
Packing the MC830 When shipping the MC830, it is highly recommended that the unit be packed as it was originally shipped to avoid damage. Failure to properly pack the unit will likely result in damage. (The front panel is made of glass!) If you need any of the packing material, you can contact McIntosh Customer Service. Use only packing material that is in good condition and replace any material that has seen better days.
Specifications Power Output 300 watts into 8 Ohm load 480 watts into 4 Ohm load Output Load Impedance 4 or 8 Ohm Rated Power Band 20Hz to 20,000Hz Power Guard Less than 2% Total Harmonic Distortion with up to a 14dB overdrive signal Power Control Input 5-15VDC, less than 1mA Power Control Output 12VDC, 25mA (Delayed 0.2 seconds from power on) Power Requirements Total Harmonic Distortion 100 Volts ~ 50/60Hz at 7.2 Amps 110 Volts ~ 50/60Hz at 6.0 Amps 120 Volts ~ 50/60Hz at 6.
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