Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. General: 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Warning: To reduce risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moistu...
Page 5 - The following dimensions can assist in determining the; Dimensions; Top View of the MCC301M
5 Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your MCC301M. There is additional in- formation on the next page pertaining to installing the MCC301M into your vehicle. Dimensions 13- 21/32 " 34.69cm Top View of the MCC301M Side View of the MCC301M 2- 11/16 ...
Page 6 - Amplifier Ventilation; Remove End Cap Screws
6 Installation Installation It is recommended that a professional who is skilled in all aspects of installation and operation install the MCC301M and any associated mobile audio equipment. Amplifier Ventilation Always provide adequate ventilation for the MCC301M. The amplifier requires an adequate a...
Page 7 - Side Panel Cooling and Connections
7 Side Panel Cooling and Connections Connect to the positve (+) vehicle battery terminal with an inline fuse INPUTs for audio cables from a signal source Controls the Power Guard Circuit when connected to certain McIntosh Control Centers Cooling Fan Air Intake OUTPUT Connections for loudspeakers SUB...
Page 8 - How to Connect for Subwoofer
8 How to Connect for Subwoofer There are many different possible Vehicle Audio System combinations utilizing the MCC301M Power Amplifier. It is recommended that a professional who is skilled in all aspects of Vehicle Audio Systems assist you in the selec- tion and installation. The illustration belo...
Page 9 - How to Connect for Full Range
9 Tweeter (+) (-) There are many different possible Vehicle Audio System combinations utilizing the MCC301M Power Amplifier. It is recommended that a professional who is skilled in all aspects of Vehicle Audio Systems assist you in the selec- tion and installation. The illustration below is just one...
Page 10 - Top Panel Controls, Display and Switches
10 Top Panel Controls, Display and Switches POWER GUARD LED lights when the Power Guard Circuit activates LOW PASS FILTER FREQUENCY Control selects the Low Frequency Roll-Off SENSITIVITY Input Sensitivity Control SOURCE Switch selects either Input 1, or 1 - 2 SUBwoofer (Sum of Inputs 1and 2) EQUALIZ...
Page 11 - Power; Note: There must be an Amp ON connection between the; Low Pass Filter
11 How to Operate Introduction The McIntosh MCC301M is a highly versatile amplifier that can be configured in many ways. This manual gives examples of some of the most common configuration. The best way to set equalization and filter controls is through the use of a real-time spectrum analyzer and t...
Page 12 - Caution: Disconnect the Amplifier from the Vehicle Battery
12 How to Replace the Fuses How to Replace the Fuses If the MCC301M produces no sound, there is no Illumination of the Meter on the Top Glass Panel, and the power connections seem secure, one or more of the Amplifiers Fuse(s) may have failed. Under normal operating conditions your amplifiers fuses...
Page 13 - MCC301M Block Diagram
Page 16 - Chambers Street
McIntosh Part No. 040764 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, NY 13903