McIntosh C46 - LITERATURE Manual

c46
Audio Control Center
With eight source input selections, one of them a balanced input, all fully assignable
and programmable, plus separate processor loops for both listen and record sections
and enough outputs, both balanced and unbalanced, to drive multiple amplifiers, the
C46 Preamplifier is a control center that can easily coordinate even the most complex
audio system.
Sonic integrity is enhanced through use of digital logic controlled electromagnetic switches
which provide the most reliable, lowest distortion signal switching in existence. Master
volume control is accomplished through an ultra-precision digitally controlled attenuator,
enhanced with Variable Rate Volume circuitry and adjusted through an optical rotary
encoder that results in resolution and tracking accuracy within 0.5 dB. The exclusive
McIntosh equalization circuitry allows "tailoring" the sonic performance over 8 frequency
bands and a separate programmable bypass control totally eliminates the equalizer from
the signal path when not in use.
Behind McIntosh's signature black glass front panel, LED-driven Fiber Optic Light Diffuser
Panels provide all illumination – reducing heat and power consumption and increasing the
lighting's life span many times over that of ordinary light bulbs.
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Programmable Balanced Input
Eight Programmable Source
Selections
One Main and Two Switched Outputs
Logic Driven Electromagnetic
Switching
Fiber-Optic Light Diffuser Illumination
Exclusive McIntosh Eight Frequency
Equalizer Circuit
Input Level Matching
Separate Listen and Record Input
Selection
Dual Programmable Processor Loops
Precision Digitally Controlled
Volume Attenuator
Blue 16 Character VF Display
Gold Plated Connectors
Precision Resistors and Capacitors
Wide Dynamic Range
Remote Power Control
Data Output Ports
Front Panel Headphone Jack