Page 4 - REAR FOAM REMOVAL; VENTILLATION ART TOP; Figure 1
4 Unpacking the MC3500 WARNING: To prevent damage to the MC3500 Vacuum Tubes during shipping, there is a special foam insert surrounding the Vacuum Tubes of the Power Amplifier. The Foam Insert must be removed from the MC3500 before connecting the AC Power Supply Cord to the Power Amplifier. Failure...
Page 5 - Ventilation; Adequate ventilation extends the trouble-free life of; HEAT TAG SCREW; FUSE; Cool Air; REAR VIEW VENTILLATION; Figure 5
5 Ventilation Adequate ventilation extends the trouble-free life of the MC3500. Always allow air to f low through the ventilation holes on the bottom of the amplifier and a means for the warm air to escape at the top. Refer to figure 6. Allow at least 19 inches (48.3cm) above the top; 6 inches (15.2...
Page 6 - Power; Introduction; Amplifier. The 350 watt power output will drive any; Performance Features; potentially destructive levels of current from flowing.
6 General Information 1. For additional connection information, refer to the documentation included with any component(s) connected to the MC3500. 2. Apply AC Power to the MC3500 and other components only after all the system components are connected together. Failure to do so may cause a malfunctio...
Page 7 - DIMENSION PAGE; Front View; DIMENSION PAGE; DIMENSION PAGE
7 EL509S EL509S EL509S EL509S FUSE PUSH PUSH BALANCED UNBALANCED INPUTS OUTPUTS POWER CONTROL IN OUT M C 3 5 0 0 T U B E A M P L I F I E R McINTOSH LABORATORY, INC., BINGHAMTON, NY HANDCRAFTED IN USA WITH US AND IMPORTED PARTS BALANCED UNBALANCED AUTO OFF INPUT MODE ENABLED DISABLED BALANCED UNBALAN...
Page 8 - Navigating the Rear Panel
8 Navigating the Rear Panel MC3500 REAR WITHOUT CAGE E L5 0 9S E L5 0 9S E L5 0 9S E L5 09S FUSE PUSH PUSH BALANCED UNBALANCED INPUTS OUTPUTS POWER CONTROL IN OUT M C 3 5 0 0 T U B E A M P L I F I E R McINTOSH LABORATORY, INC., BINGHAMTON, NY HANDCRAFTED IN USA WITH US AND IMPORTED PARTS BALANCED UN...
Page 9 - To; Connection Diagram; Loudspeaker
9 MC3500 REAR WITHOUT CAGE E L5 0 9S E L5 0 9S E L5 0 9S E L5 09S FUSE PUSH PUSH BALANCED UNBALANCED INPUTS OUTPUTS POWER CONTROL IN OUT M C 3 5 0 0 T U B E A M P L I F I E R McINTOSH LABORATORY, INC., BINGHAMTON, NY HANDCRAFTED IN USA WITH US AND IMPORTED PARTS BALANCED UNBALANCED AUTO OFF INPUT MO...
Page 10 - How to Connect Loudspeakers; Do not over; Figure A; Figure B; Do not connect the AC Power Cord; Loudspeaker Cable Distance vs Wire Gauge Guide; Banana Plugs are for use in the; it is finger tight. Refer to figure
10 How to Connect Loudspeakers For the best performance and safety, it is important to always match the impedance of the Loudspeaker to the Power Amplifier connections. When connecting the Loudspeaker Hookup Cables to the MC3500 Power Amplifier Output Terminals please follow the steps below: 1. Rota...
Page 11 - Do; Figure 4
11 tighten the terminal cap until the cable is firmly clamped into the terminals so the lugs or wire cannot slip out. Do not over tighten. Refer to figures 4, 5, and figure E. If the Loudspeaker’s impedance is in-between the available connections, use the nearest lower imped- ance connection. WARNIN...
Page 12 - Power Control
12 Navigating the Front Panel How to Operate Power Control The POWER CONTROL is located on the Front Panel of the MC3500. Set the Control to the REMOTE Position. Refer to figure 10. The MC3500 Power Amplifier will turn ON or OFF as the Preamplifier it is connected to (via the Power Control Connectio...
Page 14 - Amplifier Specifications; Greater than 25; General Specifications; Refer to the rear panel of the MC3500 for the correct
14 Amplifier Specifications Power Output 350 watts into 2 ohm load 350 watts into 4 ohm load 350 watts into 8 ohm load Rated Power Band 20Hz to 20,000Hz Dynamic Headroom 2.4dB Wide Band Damping Factor Greater than 25 Frequency Response +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz +0, -3.0dB from 10Hz to 70,000H...
Page 15 - Packing Instructions; Follow the unpacking instructions on pages 4-5 in the; WARNING SHEET
15 MC3500 PACK ART B 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 feet are attached to the bottom of the equipment. This will ensure the proper equipment location on the...
Page 16 - Chambers Street
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 Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, NY 13903www.mcintoshlabs.com McIntosh Part No. 24113800
