Introduction; Performance Features - McIntosh C15 Owner's Manual

17. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or inte-
gral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk
of fire or electric shock.
Care of Equipment:
18. Clean the instrument by dusting with a dry cloth. Un-
plug this equipment from the wall outlet and clean the
panel with a cloth moistened with a window cleaner. Do
not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
19. Do not permit objects of any kind to be pushed and/or
fall into the equipment through enclosure openings.
Never spill liquids into the equipment through enclo-
sure openings.
20. Unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet
when left unused for a long period of time.
Repair of Equipment:
21. Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to a qualified service personnel under the fol-
lowing conditions:
A. The AC power cord or the plug has been damaged,
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into
the equipment,
C. The equipment has been exposed to rain or water,
D. The equipment does not operate normally by follow-
ing the operating instructions contained within this
owner’s manual. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions, as an im-
proper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its nor-
mal operation,
E. The equipment has been dropped or damaged in any
way,
F. The equipment exhibits a distinct change in perfor-
mance - this indicates a need for service.
22. Do not attempt to service beyond that described in the
operating instructions. All other service should be re-
ferred to qualified service personnel.
23. When replacement parts are required, be sure the ser-
vice technician has used replacement parts specified by
McIntosh or have the same characteristics as the origi-
nal part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
24. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this prod-
uct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in proper operating con-
dition.
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Safety Instructions con’t,
Introduction and Performance Features

Introduction

The C15 Remote Controlled Preamplifier is a simple but
elegant instrument that allows you to enjoy outstanding
music reproduction. It includes a wide range of convenient
operating functions to enhance your listening experience.
The classic McIntosh C15 will perfectly complement a
McIntosh stereo power amplifier for a stereo system of in-
comparable performance and style.

Performance Features

·
Multiple Inputs
Six high level inputs and one Moving Magnet phono input
provide for all popular program sources.
·
Tone Control Bypass
At the flat settings the Bass and Treble control circuit ele-
ments are removed from the signal path.
·
Loudness Circuity
A push-button Loud switch adds loudness compensation to
the volume control for improved bass response at low level
listening.
·
Electronic Input Switching
Digital Logic integrated circuits drive Electromagnetic
switches on all inputs and operating functions for reliable,
noiseless, distortion free switching
·
Output and Speaker Switching
Front panel Output push-buttons control two switched out-
puts that allow you to send signals to two separate power
amplifiers.
·
Front Panel Headphone Jack
A convenient headphone jack allows the convenience of
private listening when the main outputs to the power am-
plifier are muted.
·
Special Power Supply
Fully regulated power supply with double shielded power
transformer ensures stable noise free operation even though
the power line should vary.