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McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com
C49
Audio Preamplifier
Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com Audio Preamplifier Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thank You Customer Service How to use the HR085 Remote Control ....11 Your decision to own this McIntosh C49 Audio Pre- If it is determined that your McIntosh product is in amplifier ranks you at the very top among discrimi- need of repair, you can return it to your Dealer.

  • Page 3: General Information

    McIntosh Power Amplifiers. A to the C49 Audio Preamplifier. ponents. For additional information go to www. 3.5mm stereo mini phone plug is Power 2. The Main AC Power going to the C49 and any mcintoshlabs.com. used for connection to the Power Control Meter other McIntosh Component(s) should not be applied 8.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Fully regulated Power Supplies and a special R-Core the other for Moving Magnet Cartridges. Both phono 12dB of boost or cut. The C49 remembers the Bass Power Transformer ensure stable noise free operation inputs have selectable loading. The circuits use the and Treble Setting for each input.

  • Page 5: Dimensions

    Dimensions Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your C49. There is additional information on the next page pertaining to installing the C49 into cabinets. Front View of the C49 " 44.4cm " 6" 13.7cm 15.2cm...

  • Page 6: Installation

    Installation Installation The C49 can be placed upright on a table or shelf, " 3/16 standing on its four feet. It also can be custom in- 43.7cm stalled in a piece of furniture or cabinet of your choice. The four feet may be removed from the bottom...

  • Page 7: Connections

    C49 Remote Control HR085. With an external sensor connected to the C49, remote control operation of the system is possible from another room and/or when the C49 is located in a cabinet with the doors closed. The connection instructions below, together with the C49 Input/Output/Control Connection Diagrams located on the separate folded sheets “Mc1A/1B and...
  • Page 8 18. Connect the Audio Cables coming from the Turn- manner, as outlined in steps 1 thru 5. 26. Connect the C49 to a live AC Outlet using the sup- table to the C49 MC PHONO INPUT Jacks. Data Control Connections: plied Power Supply Cord.

  • Page 10: Hr085 Remote Control Push-Buttons

    Intosh Models displaying choices on a video Radio Program (were applicable) screen EXIT the TRIM Menu and is used with McIntosh Activates the TRIM Mode. GUIDE is Models displaying information or choices on a video used with McIntosh Models displaying...

  • Page 11: How To Use The Hr085 Remote Control

    McIntosh Source Components connected to the C49 via the Data Ports. Notes: 1. If at any time the C49 seems unresponsive to the HR085 Remote Control Commands, press DEVICE Push-button to select first.

  • Page 12: Front Panel Displays, Controls, Push-Buttons And Jack

    TONE Push-button with indicator, when de- STANDBY/ON Push-button OUTPUT 1 and 2 Push-buttons activated the audio signal bypasses the Trim with indicator, switches the C49 with indicators, switch the Tone Controls ON or OFF (Standby) and resets Preamplifier Outputs 1 and 2...

  • Page 13: Setup

    Default Settings following steps: Note: If the C49 is currently On, proceed to step 2. 3. Press and hold in the INPUT Control to enter The Default Settings Chart below indicates the Func- 1. Press the STANDBY/ON Push-button on the Front Setup Mode.

  • Page 14: Rename Input

    SETUP: UNBAL 3 nent connected (refer to page 8, step 16). On/Name (Hold INPUT) RENAME: BAL 1 The C49 Default Input Names (UNBAL 1, BAL 1, >MAL 1 < Figure 5 COAX 1, etc.) as indicated on the Front Panel Dis- 4.

  • Page 15: Output Settings

    Output Settings and 25. >MEDIA < The Output Settings provide the ability to change how Figure 15 SETUP: OUTPUT 2 the C49 Output 1, Output 2 and Headphones function. Switched RENAME: BAL 1 OUTPUT 1 and 2: Figure 24 >MEDIA <...

  • Page 16: Power Control Triggers 1 And 2

    2. Rotate the INPUT Control until “SETUP: Data one of the Inputs the TRIGGER 1 will switch OFF to a given Input or Inputs or go On/Off with the C49 Ports, (Hold INPUT)” appears on the Information when that input is selected. To change the Balance power.

  • Page 17: Passthru

    SETUP MODE. Refer to figure 2 on page 13. SETUP MODE. Refer to figure 2 on page 13. 2 Input Connectors on the C49. Refer to pages 8 and 9 2. Rotate the INPUT Control until “SETUP: USB 2. Rotate the INPUT Control until “SETUP: RS232, for additional connection information.

  • Page 18: Remote Control Codes, Ir Sensor, Power Mode

    To de-activate the Front Panel IR Sensor 30 minutes after there has been an absence of user ac- are used when the C49 is used in the same location as perform the following steps: tivity (includes changes to any of the Operation Func- another McIntosh Preamplifier and/or A/V Processor.

  • Page 19: Factory Reset, Reset Of The Microprocesors

    Reset of Microprocessors If it becomes desirable to reset all the adjustable set- In the unlikely event the controls of the C49 stop func- tings (Setup and Trim Settings) to the factory default tioning, the microprocessors can be reset by perform-...

  • Page 20: How To Operate The C49

    Refer to mote Control for the desired listening level. Refer to Push-Button together with figures 60, 61, 62 and 63. To switch OFF the C49 press figures 60 and 63. the LEVEL UP / LEVEL DN the STANDBY/ON Push-button on the Front Panel Push-button may also be used.
  • Page 21 Treble and Bass are bypassed from the signal path. To on the Front Panel Display and the LED above the levels resulting in the need to readjust the C49 Volume activate the Tone Controls perform the following: Front Panel Tone push-button is On. Refer to figure Control when switching between different sources.
  • Page 22 Display returns to indicate the Source Selection and Volume Level. AMPLIFIER METER ILLUMINATION DSD256 The Meter Illumination of McIntosh Power Amplifiers when connected to the C49 (refer to pages 7-8) may be switched On or Off by performing the same type Figure 60...

  • Page 23: Mute, Tone

    Press the MUTE Push-button, on the C49 Front Panel Figure 82 the C49. To stop the Audio and Power Control Signals or on the Remote Control, to Mute the Audio in all from going to the separate Power Amplifiers, press the 2.

  • Page 24: Headphone Jack And How To Make A Recording

    Remote Control. When using a PC Computer with Windows, a spe- The C49 OUTPUT 1 and 2 are active when in the 2. Adjust the record level using the recorder level con- cial McIntosh USB Audio Software Driver needs to be Passthru Mode.

  • Page 25: Usb Input And Installing Software

    McIntosh Product(s) with the USB-Digital amplifiers” then under “MODEL NUMBER” select Audio Input has the latest firmware version, if not “C49”. Click on “SEARCH” then select McIntosh-HD update the firmware first. USB Audio Windows Drive D v1.0 and download the 1.
  • Page 26 Figure 105 Figure 104 Figure 101 Windows Sound Settings For proper operation of the McIntosh Product via the Computer USB Connection, it is required to make Figure 106 changes to Windows Sound Settings: 1. From the Windows START button, click on 2.

  • Page 27: Usb Music Playback

    Figures 111 and 112 indicate a Sampling Rate of 128 ON Push-button. computer into the C49. Note: This can be performed with the C49 On or in the or 256 times the Sampling Rate of a CD Disc for the 3. When the Media Stream Program on the com- Standby Mode.

  • Page 30: Specifications

    240 Volts, 50/60Hz at 30 watts Phono MC, 0.45mV Standby Power, less than 0.5 watts 100 ohms Unbalanced Note: Refer to the rear panel of the C49 for the correct 200 ohms Balanced voltage. Signal To Noise Ratio (A-Weighted) High Level - 100dB (Below rated output)

  • Page 31: Packing Instruction

    017937 Plastic foot needed, please call or write Customer Service Depart- 400159 #10-32 x 3/4” screw ment of McIntosh Laboratory. Refer to page 3. Please 404080 #10 Flat washer see the Part List for the correct part numbers. FOAM PLUG...
  • Page 32 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, NY 13903 www.mcintoshlabs.com 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.S.A. McIntosh Part No. 24100300...
  • Page 33 C49 Audio Preamplifier Input and Control Connection Diagram Note: Refer to the C49 Owner’s Manual page 7 for additional connection information. Turntable with Moving Coil Cartridge Connection Legend: Data Cable*- Digital Signal Cable - Sensor/Keypad Cable - RS232 Cable -...
  • Page 34 C49 Audio Preamplifier Output and Control Connection Diagram Note: Refer to the C49 Owner’s Manual page 8 for additional connection information. Connection Legend: Data Cable*- Digital Signal Cable - Sensor/Keypad Cable - RS232 Cable - Power Control Cable* - Ground Wire -...
  • Page 35 2 conductor shielded with 1/8 inch stereo mini phone plug on each end. Power Amplifier (Left Channel) - Main Room (Partial View) Power Amplifier (Right- Channel) - Main Room (Partial View) Connect to AC Outlet McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 FAX: 607-724-0549 Part No. 24101100...
  • Page 36 C49 to determine the C49 is switched On/Off control device with the C49 Remote Control Transport Components Optical Output sending a correct voltage for your unit digital audio signal McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 FAX: 607-724-0549...
  • Page 37 Computer - - - - - - - - - - Input Digital Audio SACD/CD All (1 thru 6) Main Main Input Transport McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 FAX: 607-724-0549 Part No. 24101200...
  • Page 38 USB AUDIO - - - - - Main - - - - - - - - - - Input Digital Audio All (1 thru 6) Main Input McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 FAX: 607-724-0549...
  • Page 39 ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, NY 13903 Lithium www.mcintoshlabs.com Batteries Disposal Instructions McIntosh Part No. 04170900 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com...
  • Page 40 FCC INFORMATION Outdoor Antenna Grounding (For US and Canada Customers he lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral trian- The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intend- a) User Information acc. to FCC15.21 as following: If an outside antenna or cable system is connected gle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated ed to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompa-...
  • Page 41 Lithium Battery, Types, Removal and Installation Waste and Disposal Instructions Lithium Battery Disposal Instructions 9. Press the tab and lift up on the Backup Battery Cov- Approved Lithium Batteries North American Waste of Electrical and Electronic er and temporarily place it aside. Refer to figures 1 Equipment Directive Brand IEC No.
  • Page 42 Waste and Disposal Instructions, con’t Disposal Instructions, con’t...
  • Page 43 HOME ELECTRONICS THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY elcome to the family of McIntosh McIntosh provides for your Product, and that no owners. This is the Warranty for your one, including your dealer, has any authority to new McIntosh Home Electronic Product either modify or expand upon this Warranty.

  • Page 44: Copyright 2019 © By Mcintosh Laboratory, Inc

    How to learn where the nearest Authorized McIntosh Service Agency is, or the makeup of the data itself or to a non-McIntosh product, system, or service that is the source of the obtain answers to other questions concerning this Warranty data or that provides access to the data.
  • Page 45 ■ be replaced by new modules as new digital audio technologies are developed. This will allow you to keep your C49 up to date with ■ digital music formats and viable well into the future. Includes 7 analog and 6 digital inputs, enough to ■...
  • Page 46 The MC312 or MC152 Amplifier, MT2 Precision Turntable, MS500 Music Streamer, MCT500 SACD/CD Transport, MPC500 Power Controller, and XR50 or XR100 Loudspeakers are logical companions for the C49 Preamplifier. Your Authorized Dealer can provide additional information on other McIntosh product combinations.

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