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 MCC302
5 Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your MCC302. There is additional infor- mation on the next page pertaining to installing the MCC302 into your vehicle. Dimensions 13- 21/32 " 34.69cm Top View of the MCC302 Side View of the MCC302 2- 11/16 "...
Page 6 - Amplifier Ventilation
6 Installation Installation It is recommended that a professional who is skilled in all aspects of installation and operation install the MCC302 and any associated mobile audio equipment. Amplifier Ventilation Always provide adequate ventilation for the MCC302. The amplifier requires an adequate air...
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 9 - How to Connect for Bridged Subwoofer Mode
9 How to Connect for Bridged Subwoofer Mode There are many different possible Vehicle Audio System combinations utilizing the MCC302 Power Amplifier. It is recommended that a professional who is skilled in all as- pects of Vehicle Audio Systems assist you in the selection and installation. The illus...
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 for Ampli- fier Channels 1 or 2 CROSSOVER Filter Switch and Control select the low roll-off frequency, high roll-off frequency or flat frequency response SENSITIVITY Individual Input Sensi- tivi...
Page 11 - tone; Operating in Two Channel Mode
11 How to Operate Introduction The McIntosh MCC302 is a highly versatile amplifier that can be configured in many ways. This manual gives ex- amples of some of the most common configurations. The best way to set equalization and filter controls is through the use of a real-time spectrum analyzer and...
Page 12 - Caution: Disconnect the Amplifier from the Vehicle Battery
12 How to Replace the Fuses How to Replace the Fuses If the MCC302 produces no sound, there is no Illumination of the Nomenclature 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...
Page 16 - Chambers Street
McIntosh Part No. 040757 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, NY 13903