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1. 22 MCP1500 JA Rear Panel Connections 24 How to Connect in a Two Channel System 25 How to Connect in a Multi Channel System 26 Front Panel Displays and Controls 27 How to Operate the MPC1500 28 29 Specifications 30 Packing Instruction 31 4 The total amount of current drawn by all the components connected to the MPC1500 should not exceed Amps rating indicated on the rear panel of your MPC1500 Typically components consuming low amounts of energy are rated in watts Refer to the chart below for converting a wattage rating into an approximate current rating MPC1500 Versions NA 120VAC EU 230VAC JA 100VAC Watts Rating on component Approximate current Approximate current Approximate current 0 50 Watts 0 5A 0 25A 0 6A 51 100 Watts 1A 0 5A 1 2A 101 150 Watts 1 5A 0 75A 1 8A 151 200 Watts 2A 1A 2 4A 201 250 Watts 2 5A 1 25A 3A 5 When discarding the unit comply with local rules or regulations Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with the local regulations concerning battery disposal 6 For additional information on the MPC1500 and other McIntosh Products please vist the McIntosh Web Site at ww
2. 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polar ized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manu facturer or sold with the appa ratus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service person nel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids such as vases are placed on the equipment
3. Overall Dimensions Width is 17 1 2 inches 44 45cm Height is 7 5 8 inches 19 37cm including feet Depth is 22 inches 55 88cm including the Front Panel Knobs and Cables Weight 87 pounds 39 46 kg net 105 pounds 47 63 kg in shipping carton Shipping Carton Dimensions Width is 29 1 2 inches 74 93cm Depth is 29 inches 73 66cm Height is 17 inches 43 18cm M P C 1 5 0 0 N A 15 M P C 1 5 0 0 E U MPC1500 EU Continental Europe Version 16 CIRCUIT BREAKER press to reset if the MPC1500 Power Con troller will not power up GLOBAL POWER CONTROL IN receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts for the Local Power Control selection of Global and the GLOBAL POWER CON TROL OUT sends a delayed turn on signal 12 volts to other McIntosh Component s The LEDs indicate the MPC1500 Power Control ler is connected to a live AC Outlet and the UN SWITCHED AC OUTLETs number 1 and 2 are active LOCAL POWER CONTROL for AC Outlet number 6 receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts from a McIntosh component and the LOCAL POWER CONTROL OUT sends a turn on signal same voltage as the Power Control Input on to another McIntosh component The LED indi cates when the AC Outlet is active The LOCAL POWER CONTROL switch selects LOCAL GLOBAL or always ON activation LOCAL POWER CONTROL for AC Outlet number 5 receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts from a McIntosh component and the LOCAL PO
4. 5 0 0 J A Meter indicates the total current consumed by the components connected to the MPC1500 POWER CONTROL Switch Turns AC Power Off Remote or On METER LIGHTS Switch selects Meter Illumination Off or Auto Mode Front Panel Displays and Controls Meter indicates the outgo ing AC Line Voltage OUTLETS LEDs indicate the active AC Outlet s 28 M P C 1 5 0 0 J A The MPC1500 Power Controller is very versatile in its connection and operation in an Audio Video or Audio Video System There are two examples of connecting and using the MPC1500 on pages 8 and 9 of this Owner s Manual By becoming familiar with the How to Operate section of this Owner s Manual many additional connection and operation possibilities will become apparent Power Control To have the MPC1500 automatically turn On or Off when a Preamplifier or A V Control Center turns on or off rotate the POWER CONTROL Switch to the REMOTE position For manual operation rotate the POWER CON TROL Switch to the ON or OFF position as desired Refer to figure 20 Notes 1 There must be a power control connection between the MPC1500 Global Power Control Input and the Pream plifier or A V Control Center in order for the remote power turn on to function 2 When the POWER CONTROL Switch is placed in the ON the position the Global Power Control Input activation is overridden 3 AC Outlets 3 thru 6 switch On in sequence w
5. Meter indicates the total current consumed by the components connected to the MPC1500 POWER CONTROL Switch Turns AC Power Off Remote or On METER LIGHTS Switch selects Meter Illumination Off or Auto Mode Front Panel Displays and Controls Meter indicates the outgo ing AC Line Voltage OUTLETS LEDs indicate the active AC Outlet s M P C 1 5 0 0 N A 12 The MPC1500 Power Controller is very versatile in its connection and operation in an Audio Video or Audio Video System There are two examples of con necting and using the MPC1500 on pages 9 and 10 of this Owner s Manual By becoming familiar with the How to Operate section of this Owner s Manual many additional connection and operation possibilities will become apparent Power Control To have the MPC1500 automatically turn On or Off when a Preamplifier or A V Control Center turns on or off rotate the POWER CONTROL Switch to the REMOTE position For manual operation rotate the POWER CON TROL Switch to the ON or OFF po sition as desired Refer to figure 1 Notes 1 There must be a power control connection between the MPC1500 Global Power Control Input and the Preamplifier or A V Control Center in order for the remote power turn on to function 2 When the POWER CONTROL Switch is placed in the ON the position the Global Power Control Input activation is overridden 3 AC Outlets 3 thru 6 switch On in sequence with a slight delay
6. Overall Dimensions Width is 17 1 2 inches 44 45cm Height is 7 5 8 inches 19 37cm including feet Depth is 22 inches 55 88cm including the Front Panel Knobs and Cables Weight 87 pounds 39 46 kg net 105 pounds 47 63 kg in shipping carton Shipping Carton Dimensions Width is 29 1 2 inches 74 93cm Depth is 29 inches 73 66cm Height is 17 inches 43 18cm M P C 1 5 0 0 E U 23 MPC1500 JA M P C 1 5 0 0 J A Japan Version 24 M P C 1 5 0 0 J A CIRCUIT BREAKER press to reset if the MPC1500 Power Con troller will not power up GLOBAL POWER CONTROL IN receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts for the Local Power Control selection of Global and the GLOBAL POWER CON TROL OUT sends a delayed turn on signal 12 volts to other McIntosh Component s The LEDs indicate the MPC1500 Power Control ler is connected to a live AC Outlet and the UN SWITCHED AC OUTLETs number 1 and 2 are active LOCAL POWER CONTROL for AC Outlet number 6 receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts from a McIntosh component and the LOCAL POWER CONTROL OUT sends a turn on signal same voltage as the Power Control Input on to another McIntosh component The LED indi cates when the AC Outlet is active The LOCAL POWER CONTROL switch selects LOCAL GLOBAL or always ON activation LOCAL POWER CONTROL for AC Outlet number 5 receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts from a McIntosh component
7. 404033 10 flat washer 1 3 4 inch 4 017937 Plastic foot 4 400159 10 32 x 3 4 machine screw 4 404080 10 flat washer 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 13903 www mcintoshlabs com McIntosh Part No 04113900
8. It also isolates them from potential interference produced from common house hold appliances that utilize motors compressors and electronic control devices Stable Voltage The MPC1500 s Large Isolation Power Transformer minimizes variations in the voltage available to the connected components as they draw more current up to the Amp rating on the Rear Panel Lono Technology The LONOTM Low Noise Transformer Technology from Plitron used in the MPC1500 eliminates audible noise emanating from the Transformer and thus will not distract from musical enjoyment even with vary ing AC Line conditions Superior Line Surge Protection The McIntosh MPC1500 utilizes the finest most sophisticated surge suppression technology available Unlike most of the AC Line Surge protection devices available the MPC1500 doesn t rely on commonly used inexpensive MOV devices The MOV s can fail after just one surge thus no longer providing protec tion and they can allow as much as 3 times the line voltage through to the connected components allowing substantial damage to occur The MPC1500 incor porates TorusTM Surge Suppression Circuitry which activates around 2V above peak nominal voltage providing constant long term protection Illuminated Voltage and Current Meters The Illuminated Voltage and Current Meters indicate at all times the voltage available to your McIntosh Components and the actual current consumed by them
9. OUT sends a turn on signal same voltage as the Power Control Input onto another McIntosh component The LED indi cates when the AC Outlet is active The LOCAL POWER CONTROL switch selects LOCAL GLOBAL or always ON activation LOCAL POWER CONTROL for AC Outlet number 4 receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts from a McIntosh component and the LOCAL POWER CONTROL OUT sends a turn on signal same voltage as the Power Control Input onto another McIntosh component The LED indi cates when the AC Outlet is active The LOCAL POWER CONTROL switch selects LOCAL GLOBAL or always ON activation LOCAL POWER CONTROL for AC Outlet number 3 receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts from a McIntosh component and the LOCAL POWER CONTROL OUT sends a turn on signal same voltage as the Power Control Input onto another McIntosh component The LED indi cates when the AC Outlet is active The LOCAL POWER CONTROL switch selects LOCAL GLOBAL or always ON activation Rear Panel Connections Connect the MPC1500 power cord to a live AC outlet Refer to informa tion on the back panel of your MPC1500 to deter mine the correct voltage for your unit SWITCHED AC Outlet controlled by LOCAL POWER CONTROL number 6 Switch Set ting and or the received Power Control Signal Unswitched AC outlets number 1 and 2 are ac tive when the MPC1500 is connected to a live AC Outlet SWITCHED AC Outlet controlled by LOCAL POWER CONTROL numbe
10. Player 75 WATTS T630maAL 250V Preamplifier To AC Outlet M P C 1 5 0 0 E U 18 How to Connect in a Multi Channel System How to Connect in a Multi Channel System Zone B Power Amplifier To AC Outlet A V Control Center Disc Player M P C 1 5 0 0 E U In the following example two of the four SWITCHED AC OUTLETS on the MPC1500 will operate differ ently from the default settings Outlet number 4 will be used for the Zone B Power Amplifier Outlets 3 and 5 for source components to power up for Zone A and or Zone B For additional information refer to How to Operate on page 20 1 Connect a Control Cable from the MPC1500 LO CAL POWER CONTROL IN Jack number 4 to the Power Control Zone B Out Jack on the A V Control Center Place the number 4 switch in the LCL posi tion 2 Connect the AC Power Cord from the Power Am plifier to MPC1500 SWITCHED AC OUTLET 4 3 Connect a Control Cable from the MPC1500 GLOBAL POWER CONTROL IN Jack to A V Control Center ACC Power Control Out Jack 4 Connect a Control Cable from the MPC1500 GLOBAL POWER CONTROL OUT Jack to the Power Control In jack on the Disc Player 5 Connect the AC Power Cords from the Disc Player to the SWITCHED AC OUTLET 5 Place the num ber 6 switch in the ON position 6 Connect any remaining Components in a similar manner 7 Using the supplied AC Cord connect the MPC1500 directly to an AC Wall Outlet 1
11. in time between each outlet activation Meter Illumination Rotate the METER LIGHTS Switch to select the me ter operation mode you desire Refer to figure 2 OFF Meter lights are switched Off Note The meters will continue to indicate the Input AC Line Voltage and the con sumed Current AUTO Meter lights are switched On When Global Power Control Input of the MPC1500 is connected to a McIntosh Preamplifier or A V Control Center with Remote Meter Illumination Control the Meter Illumination will be remotely controlled On Off Volt Meter The VOLTS Meter indicates the AC Voltage avail able at the AC Outlets on the MPC1500 Rear Panel Refer to figure 3 The MPC1500 utilizes a very large isolation power transformer so essentially the VOLTS Meter reading is a reflection of the incoming AC Line Voltage If the VOLTS Meter reading starts to drop more than several volts from the nominal volt age reading at lower current consumption when the MPC1500 AMPERES Meter indicates 6 Amps of current or greater it may be an indication of a condi tion known as AC Line Sag AC Line Sag is usually a result of limitations in the AC Wiring in the walls due to small wire size and or long lengths of wire For additional assistance in this matter contact your McIn tosh Dealer and or Electrical Contractor Current Meter The AMPERES Meter indicates the total amount of current being consumed by the components connected to the
12. the MPC1500 AC Outlets Refer to figure 14 It is normal for the AMPERES Meter indication to fluctu ate especially when a Power Amplifier or Integrated Amplifier is connected to the MPC1500 AC Outlets and music is being played loudly Rear Panel Options AC Outlets number 3 thru 6 can be individually con figured to become active via three different methods using the Rear Panel Switches The first way is using the default configuration the switch in the GLB posi tion where the outlet is controlled to switch On or Off via the MPC1500 Global Power Control Input or the Front Panel Power Control Switch Refer to figure 15 on the next page The second option is to have any one of the AC Outlets number 3 thru 6 controlled independently On Off via the MPC1500 Local Power How to Operate Figure 10 OUTLETS Figure 12 OUTLETS Figure 13 Figure 14 M P C 1 5 0 0 E U 21 Control Input for each outlet by placing the Rear Panel Switch in the LCL Position Refer to figure 16 The last option is to have the AC Outlets number 3 thru 6 On all the time by placing the Rear Panel Switch in the ON Position Refer to figure 17 How to Operate Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 M P C 1 5 0 0 E U 22 MPC1500 EU Specifications MPC1500 EU Specifications Output Voltage 230 Volts AC Nominal Load Regulation 2 5 Power Requirement 230V 50 60Hz 6 Amps maximum current 1380 Watts maximum power
13. 16 To completely disconnect this equipment from the a c mains disconnect the power supply cord plug from the a c receptacle 17 The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable 18 Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the like 19 Connect mains power supply cord only to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT 3 McIntosh Products are marketed world wide There are several versions of the MPC1500 to meet the dif ferent AC Power and Safety Requirements in each country This Owner s Manual covers the three versions of the MPC1500 In the Owner s Manual there is a sec tion containing common information for all three ver sions of the MPC1500 and separate sections pertaining to the specific version of the MPC1500 The designation of MPC1500 NA refers to the 120VAC version for use in North America Refer to figure MPC1500 NA The designation of MPC1500 EU refers to the 230VAC version for use in Continental Europe Refer to figure MPC1500 EU The designation of MPC1500 JA refers to the 100VAC version for use in Japan Refer to figure MPC1500 JA Copyright 2009 by McIntosh Laboratory Inc Table of Contents Model Versions OUTLETS Figure MPC1500 NA Preamble and Table of Contents Figure MPC1500 EU Figure MPC1500 JA Safety In
14. 5 WATTS T630maAL 250V Preamplifier To AC Outlet M P C 1 5 0 0 N A 10 How to Connect in a Multi Channel System How to Connect in a Multi Channel System In the following example two of the four SWITCHED AC OUTLETS on the MPC1500 will operate differ ently from the default settings Outlet number 4 will be used for the Zone B Power Amplifier Outlets 3 and 5 for source components to power up for Zone A and or Zone B For additional information refer to How to Operate on page 12 1 Connect a Control Cable from the MPC1500 LO CAL POWER CONTROL IN Jack number 4 to the Power Control Zone B Out Jack on the A V Control Center Place the number 4 switch in the LCL posi tion 2 Connect the AC Power Cord from the Power Am plifier to MPC1500 SWITCHED AC OUTLET 4 3 Connect a Control Cable from the MPC1500 GLOBAL POWER CONTROL IN Jack to A V Control Center ACC Power Control Out Jack 4 Connect a Control Cable from the MPC1500 GLOBAL POWER CONTROL OUT Jack to the Power Control In jack on the Disc Player 5 Connect the AC Power Cords from the Disc Player to the SWITCHED AC OUTLET 5 Place the num ber 6 switch in the ON position 6 Connect any remaining Components in a similar manner 7 Using the supplied AC Cord connect the MPC1500 directly to an AC Wall Outlet Zone B Power Amplifier To AC Outlet A V Control Center Disc Player M P C 1 5 0 0 N A 11 OUTLETS
15. 9 Meter indicates the total current consumed by the components connected to the MPC1500 POWER CONTROL Switch Turns AC Power Off Remote or On METER LIGHTS Switch selects Meter Illumination Off or Auto Mode Front Panel Displays and Controls Meter indicates the outgo ing AC Line Voltage OUTLETS LEDs indicate the active AC Outlet s M P C 1 5 0 0 E U 20 The MPC1500 Power Controller is very versatile in its connection and operation in an Audio Video or Audio Video System There are two examples of con necting and using the MPC1500 on pages 17 and 18 of this Owner s Manual By becoming familiar with the How to Operate section of this Owner s Manual many additional connection and operation possibilities will become apparent Power Control To have the MPC1500 automatically turn On or Off when a Preamplifier or A V Control Center turns on or off rotate the POWER CONTROL Switch to the REMOTE position For manual operation rotate the POWER CON TROL Switch to the ON or OFF position as desired Refer to figure 10 Notes 1 There must be a power control connection between the MPC1500 Global Power Control Input and the Pream plifier or A V Control Center in order for the remote power turn on to function 2 When the POWER CONTROL Switch is placed in the ON the position the Global Power Control Input activation is overridden 3 AC Outlets 3 thru 6 switch On in sequence with a slight
16. Amplifier Disc Player 75 WATTS T630maAL 250V Preamplifier To AC Outlet 26 M P C 1 5 0 0 J A How to Connect in a Multi Channel System How to Connect in a Multi Channel System Zone B Power Amplifier To AC Outlet A V Control Center Disc Player In the following example two of the four SWITCHED AC OUTLETS on the MPC1500 will operate differ ently from the default settings Outlet number 4 will be used for the Zone B Power Amplifier Outlets 3 and 5 for source components to power up for Zone A and or Zone B For additional information refer to How to Operate on page 28 1 Connect a Control Cable from the MPC1500 LO CAL POWER CONTROL IN Jack number 4 to the Power Control Zone B Out Jack on the A V Control Center Place the number 4 switch in the LCL posi tion 2 Connect the AC Power Cord from the Power Am plifier to MPC1500 SWITCHED AC OUTLET 4 3 Connect a Control Cable from the MPC1500 GLOBAL POWER CONTROL IN Jack to A V Control Center ACC Power Control Out Jack 4 Connect a Control Cable from the MPC1500 GLOBAL POWER CONTROL OUT Jack to the Power Control In jack on the Disc Player 5 Connect the AC Power Cords from the Disc Player to the SWITCHED AC OUTLET 5 Place the num ber 6 switch in the ON position 6 Connect any remaining Components in a similar manner 7 Using the supplied AC Cord connect the MPC1500 directly to an AC Wall Outlet 27 M P C 1
17. MPC1500 AC Outlets Refer to figure 4 It is normal for the AMPERES Meter indication to fluctu ate especially when a Power Amplifier or Integrated Amplifier is connected to the MPC1500 AC Outlets and music is being played loudly Rear Panel Options AC Outlets number 3 thru 6 can be individually con figured to become active via three different methods using the Rear Panel Switches The first way is using the default configuration the switch in the GLB posi tion where the outlet is controlled to switch On or Off via the MPC1500 Global Power Control Input or the Front Panel Power Control Switch Refer to figure 5 on the next page The second option is to have any one of the AC Outlets number 3 thru 6 controlled independently On Off via the MPC1500 Local Power Control Input for each outlet by placing the Rear Panel How to Operate Figure 1 OUTLETS Figure 2 OUTLETS Figure 3 OUTLETS Figure 4 OUTLETS M P C 1 5 0 0 N A 13 How to Operate Switch in the LCL Position Refer to figure 6 The last option is to have the AC Outlets number 3 thru 6 On all the time by placing the Rear Panel Switch in the ON Position Refer to figure 7 Figure 5 Figure 7 Figure 6 M P C 1 5 0 0 N A 14 MPC1500 NA Specifications MPC1500 NA Specifications Output Voltage 120 Volts AC Nominal Load Regulation 2 5 Power Requirement 120V 60Hz 12 Amps maximum current 1440 Watts maximum power
18. McIntosh Laboratory Inc 2 Chambers Street Binghamton New York 13903 2699 Phone 607 723 3512 www mcintoshlabs com MPC1500 Power Controller Owner s Manual Torus Power Technology under license from Plitron Manufacturing Inc 2 The lightning flash with arrowhead within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s en closure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL To prevent the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back No user serviceable parts inside 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with a dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instruc tions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appa ratus including amplifiers that produce heat
19. Power Control The Power Control Input connection provides conve nient Turn On Off of the McIntosh MPC1500 with your McIntosh System Extruded Side Panels The sides of the MPC1500 are extruded aluminum panels with a bead blast textured surface and a black anodized finish Fiber Optic Solid State Front Panel Illumination The even Illumination of the Front Panel is accom plished by the combination of custom designed Fiber Optic Light Diffusers and extra long life Light Emit ting Diodes LEDs The glass Front Panel ensures the pristine beauty of the MPC1500 will be retained for many years TorusTM Torus Power Technology under license from Plitron Manufacturing Inc LONOTM is a registered trademark of Plitron Manufacturing Inc 6 Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your MPC1500 Dimensions Side View of the MPC1500 Front View of the MPC1500 Rear View of the MPC1500 17 1 2 44 45cm 7 5 8 19 37cm 7 1 8 18 10cm 16 1 16 40 8cm 6 7 16 16 35cm 13 1 4 33 66cm 3 16 0 48cm 13 16 2 06cm 18 1 16 45 88cm 17 1 16 43 34cm 6 1 2 16 51cm 1 1 2 3 81cm 13 11 16 34 77cm 1 3 32 2 77cm OUTLETS 7 Installation Installation The MPC1500 can be placed upright on a table or shelf standing on its four feet It also can be custom installed in a piece of furniture or cabinet of your choice The four feet may be removed fr
20. TROL number 5 Switch Setting and or the received Power Control Signal SWITCHED AC Outlet controlled by LOCAL POWER CONTROL number 4 Switch Setting and or the received Power Control Signal SWITCHED AC Outlet controlled by LOCAL POWER CONTROL number 3 Switch Setting and or the received Power Control Signal M P C 1 5 0 0 E U 17 How to Connect in a Two Channel System How to Connect in a Two Channel System The MPC1500 has the ability to automatically switch AC Power On Off to Components connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLETS via the Power Control connection coming from the Preamplifier Source Components switch On Off via the Power Control connection from the Preamplifier For additional information refer to General Information on page 4 and Connector and Cable Information on page 5 1 Connect a Control Cable from the MPC1500 GLOBAL POWER CONTROL IN Jack to the Power Control Main Out Jack on the Preamplifier 2 Connect the AC Power Cord from the Power Am plifier to MPC1500 SWITCHED AC OUTLET 3 3 Connect a Control Cable from the Preamplifier Acc Power Control Out Jack to the Power Control In jack on the Disc Player 4 Connect the AC Power Cords from the Preamplifier and Disc Player to the UNSWITCHED AC OUT LETS 1 and 2 5 Connect any remaining Components in a similar manner 6 Using the supplied AC Cord connect the MPC1500 directly to an AC Wall Outlet Power Amplifier Disc
21. WER CONTROL OUT sends a turn on signal same voltage as the Power Control Input onto another McIntosh component The LED indi cates when the AC Outlet is active The LOCAL POWER CONTROL switch selects LOCAL GLOBAL or always ON activation LOCAL POWER CONTROL for AC Outlet number 4 receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts from a McIntosh component and the LOCAL POWER CONTROL OUT sends a turn on signal same voltage as the Power Control Input onto another McIntosh component The LED indi cates when the AC Outlet is active The LOCAL POWER CONTROL switch selects LOCAL GLOBAL or always ON activation LOCAL POWER CONTROL for AC Outlet number 3 receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts from a McIntosh component and the LOCAL POWER CONTROL OUT sends a turn on signal same voltage as the Power Control Input onto another McIntosh component The LED indi cates when the AC Outlet is active The LOCAL POWER CONTROL switch selects LOCAL GLOBAL or always ON activation Rear Panel Connections Connect the MPC1500 power cord to a live AC outlet Refer to informa tion on the back panel of your MPC1500 to deter mine the correct voltage for your unit SWITCHED AC Outlet controlled by LOCAL POWER CONTROL number 6 Switch Set ting and or the received Power Control Signal Unswitched AC outlets number 1 and 2 are ac tive when the MPC1500 is connected to a live AC Outlet SWITCHED AC Outlet controlled by LOCAL POWER CON
22. and the LOCAL POWER CONTROL OUT sends a turn on signal same voltage as the Power Control Input onto another McIntosh component The LED indi cates when the AC Outlet is active The LOCAL POWER CONTROL switch selects LOCAL GLOBAL or always ON activation LOCAL POWER CONTROL for AC Outlet number 4 receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts from a McIntosh component and the LOCAL POWER CONTROL OUT sends a turn on signal same voltage as the Power Control Input onto another McIntosh component The LED indi cates when the AC Outlet is active The LOCAL POWER CONTROL switch selects LOCAL GLOBAL or always ON activation LOCAL POWER CONTROL for AC Outlet number 3 receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts from a McIntosh component and the LOCAL POWER CONTROL OUT sends a turn on signal same voltage as the Power Control Input onto another McIntosh component The LED indi cates when the AC Outlet is active The LOCAL POWER CONTROL switch selects LOCAL GLOBAL or always ON activation Rear Panel Connections Connect the MPC1500 power cord to a live AC outlet Refer to informa tion on the back panel of your MPC1500 to deter mine the correct voltage for your unit SWITCHED AC Outlet controlled by LOCAL POWER CONTROL number 6 Switch Set ting and or the received Power Control Signal Unswitched AC outlets number 1 and 2 are ac tive when the MPC1500 is connected to a live AC Outlet SWITCHED AC Outlet controlled b
23. delay in time between each outlet activation Meter Illumination Rotate the METER LIGHTS Switch to select the me ter operation mode you desire Refer to figure 12 OFF Meter lights are switched Off Note The meters will continue to indicate the Input AC Line Voltage and the con sumed Current AUTO Meter lights are switched On When Global Power Control Input of the MPC1500 is connected to a McIntosh Preamplifier or A V Control Center with Remote Meter Illumination Control the Meter Illumination will be remotely controlled On Off Volt Meter The VOLTS Meter indicates the AC Voltage avail able at the AC Outlets on the MPC1500 Rear Panel Refer to figure 13 The MPC1500 utilizes a very large isolation power transformer so essentially the VOLTS Meter reading is a reflection of the incoming AC Line Voltage If the VOLTS Meter reading starts to drop more than several volts from the nominal voltage reading at lower current consumption when the MPC1500 AMPERES Meter indicates 3 Amps of current or greater it may be an indication of a condi tion known as AC Line Sag AC Line Sag is usually a result of limitations in the AC Wiring in the walls due to small wire size and or long lengths of wire For additional assistance in this matter contact your McIn tosh Dealer and or Electrical Contractor Current Meter The AMPERES Meter indicates the total amount of current being consumed by the components connected to
24. ing for Ventilation Support Shelf Cabinet Front Panel Chassis Spacers MPC1500 Side View in Custom Cabinet MPC1500 Bottom View in Custom Cabinet 10 25 4cm 1 5 8 4 13cm 4 10 16cm Opening for Ventilation 15 38 1cm 13 11 16 34 77cm 15 38 1cm 2 5 08cm Note Center the cutout Horizontally on the unit For purposes of clarity the above illustration is not drawn to scale OUTLETS Opening for Ventilation Cabinet Front Panel 8 CIRCUIT BREAKER press to reset if the MPC1500 Power Con troller will not power up GLOBAL POWER CONTROL IN receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts for the Local Power Control selection of Global and the GLOBAL POWER CON TROL OUT sends a delayed turn on signal 12 volts to other McIntosh Component s The LEDs indicate the MPC1500 Power Control ler is connected to a live AC Outlet and the UN SWITCHED AC OUTLETs number 1 and 2 are active LOCAL POWER CONTROL for AC Outlet number 6 receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts from a McIntosh component and the LOCAL POWER CONTROL OUT sends a turn on signal same voltage as the Power Control Input on to another McIntosh component The LED indi cates when the AC Outlet is active The LOCAL POWER CONTROL switch selects LOCAL GLOBAL or always ON activation LOCAL POWER CONTROL for AC Outlet number 5 receives a turn on signal 5 to 12 volts from a McIntosh component and the LOCAL POWER CONTROL
25. ith a slight delay in time between each outlet activation Meter Illumination Rotate the METER LIGHTS Switch to select the me ter operation mode you desire Refer to figure 21 OFF Meter lights are switched Off Note The meters will continue to indicate the Input AC Line Voltage and the con sumed Current AUTO Meter lights are switched On When Global Power Control Input of the MPC1500 is connected to a McIntosh Preampli fier or A V Control Center with Remote Meter Illumination Control the Meter Il lumination will be remotely controlled On Off Volt Meter The VOLTS Meter indicates the AC Voltage avail able at the AC Outlets on the MPC1500 Rear Panel Refer to figure 22 The MPC1500 utilizes a very large isolation power transformer so essentially the VOLTS Meter reading is a reflection of the incoming AC Line Voltage If the VOLTS Meter reading starts to drop more than several volts from the nominal voltage reading at lower current consumption when the MPC1500 AMPERES Meter indicates 6 Amps of current or greater it may be an indication of a condi tion known as AC Line Sag AC Line Sag is usually a result of limitations in the AC Wiring in the walls due to small wire size and or long lengths of wire For additional assistance in this matter contact your McIn tosh Dealer and or Electrical Contractor Current Meter The AMPERES Meter indicates the total amount of current being consumed by the compo
26. nents connected to the MPC1500 AC Outlets Refer to figure 23 It is normal for the AMPERES Meter indication to fluctu ate especially when a Power Amplifier or Integrated Amplifier is connected to the MPC1500 AC Outlets and music is being played loudly Rear Panel Options AC Outlets number 3 thru 6 can be individually con figured to become active via three different methods using the Rear Panel Switches The first way is using the default configuration the switch in the GLB posi tion where the outlet is controlled to switch On or Off via the MPC1500 Global Power Control Input or the Front Panel Power Control Switch Refer to figure 24 on the next page The second option is to have any one of the AC Outlets number 3 thru 6 controlled independently On Off via the MPC1500 Local Power How to Operate Figure 20 OUTLETS Figure 21 OUTLETS Figure 22 Figure 23 29 M P C 1 5 0 0 J A How to Operate Control Input for each outlet by placing the Rear Panel Switch in the LCL Position Refer to figure 25 The last option is to have the AC Outlets number 3 thru 6 On all the time by placing the Rear Panel Switch in the ON Position Refer to figure 26 Figure 25 Figure 26 Figure 24 30 M P C 1 5 0 0 J A MPC1500 JA Specifications MPC1500 JA Specifications Output Voltage 100 Volts AC Nominal Load Regulation 2 5 Power Requirement 100V 50 60Hz 12 Amps maximum current 1200 Watt
27. om the bottom of the MPC1500 when it is custom installed as out lined below The four feet together with the mounting screws should be retained for possible future use if the MPC1500 is removed from the custom installation and used free standing The required panel cutout ventila tion cutout and unit dimensions are shown Always provide adequate ventilation for your MPC1500 Cool operation ensures the longest possible operating life for any electronic instrument Do not install the MPC1500 directly above a heat generat ing component such as a high powered amplifier If all the components are installed in a single cabinet a quiet running ventilation fan can be a definite asset in maintaining all the system components at the coolest possible operating temperature A custom cabinet installation should provide the following minimum spacing dimensions for cool operation Allow at least 4 inches 10 16cm above the top 2 inches 5 08cm below the bottom and 1 inch 2 54cm on each side of the Power Controller so that airflow is not obstructed Allow 20 inches 50 8cm depth behind the front panel Allow 2 inches 5 08cm in front of the mounting panel for knobs Be sure to cut out a ventilation hole in the mounting shelf according to the dimensions in the drawing 10 5 8 26 99cm 17 1 16 43 34cm Cutout Opening for Custom Mounting MPC1500 Front Panel Custom Cabinet Cutout Cutout Opening for Ventilation Cutout Open
28. put and Local Power Control Inputs receive On Off signals from 5 to 12 volts The Global Power Control Output will provide a 12 volt Output Signal with a current up to 20mA The Local Power Con trol Outputs will in turn provide from 5 to 12 volt Output Sig nal Input Signal Dependent The Global Power Control Input has an additional connection for controlling the illumination of the MPC1500 Voltage and Current Output Meters The 1 8 inch stereo mini phone plug connects to a McIntosh Component Power Control Output Note The Power Control Connecting Cable is available from the McIntosh Parts Department Data and Power Control Cable Part No 170 202 Six foot shielded 2 conductor with 1 8 inch stereo mini phone plugs on each end Power Control Meter Illumination Control Ground Now you can add to your system the advantage of traditional McIntosh standards of excellence in the MPC1500 Power Controller It offers full transformer isolation from the incoming AC Line for the compo nents connected to it The MPC1500 helps to assure the sound and video reproduction from your McIntosh System is the best it can be totally transparent and absolutely accurate Toroidal Isolation Power Transformer The very large Toroidal Isolation Power Transformer used in the MPC1500 occupies over three quarters of the internal space in the chassis It ensures stable noise free operation for the audio video components connected to the MPC1500
29. r 5 Switch Setting and or the received Power Control Signal SWITCHED AC Outlet controlled by LOCAL POWER CONTROL number 4 Switch Setting and or the received Power Control Signal SWITCHED AC Outlet controlled by LOCAL POWER CONTROL number 3 Switch Setting and or the received Power Control Signal M P C 1 5 0 0 N A 9 How to Connect in a Two Channel System How to Connect in a Two Channel System The MPC1500 has the ability to automatically switch AC Power On Off to Components connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLETS via the Power Control connection coming from the Preamplifier Source Components switch On Off via the Power Control connection from the Preamplifier For additional information refer to General Information on page 4 and Connector and Cable Information on page 5 1 Connect a Control Cable from the MPC1500 GLOBAL POWER CONTROL IN Jack to the Power Control Main Out Jack on the Preamplifier 2 Connect the AC Power Cord from the Power Am plifier to MPC1500 SWITCHED AC OUTLET 3 3 Connect a Control Cable from the Preamplifier Acc Power Control Out Jack to the Power Control In jack on the Disc Player 4 Connect the AC Power Cords from the Preamplifier and Disc Player to the UNSWITCHED AC OUT LETS 1 and 2 5 Connect any remaining Components in a similar manner 6 Using the supplied AC Cord connect the MPC1500 directly to an AC Wall Outlet Power Amplifier Disc Player 7
30. s maximum power Overall Dimensions Width is 17 1 2 inches 44 45cm Height is 7 5 8 inches 19 37cm including feet Depth is 22 inches 55 88cm including the Front Panel Knobs and Cables Weight 87 pounds 39 46 kg net 105 pounds 47 63 kg in shipping carton Shipping Carton Dimensions Width is 29 1 2 inches 74 93cm Depth is 29 inches 73 66cm Height is 17 inches 43 18cm 31 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 plastic feet are attached to the bottom of the equipment Two 10 x 2 1 2 inch screws and washers must be used to fasten the unit securely to the bottom pad and wood skid This will ensure the proper equipment location on the bottom pad Failure to do this will result in shipping damage Use the original shipping carton and interior parts only if they are all in good serviceable condition If a shipping carton or any of the interior part s are needed please call or write Customer Service Depart ment of McIntosh Laboratory Refer to page 4 Please see the Part List for the correct part numbers Packing Instructions Quantity Part Number Description 1 033888 Shipping carton 4 033887 End Cap 1 033697 Inner carton 1 033725 Top pad 1 034301 Bottom pad 1 033699 Wood skid 2 017218 Plastic foot spacer 2 401204 10 x 2 1 2 inch wood screw 2
31. sh dedication to Quality is assurance that you will receive many years of enjoyment from this component Please take a short time to read the information in this manual We want you to be as familiar as pos sible with all the features and functions of your new McIntosh 1 For additional connection information refer to the owner s manual s for any component s connected to the MPC1500 Power Controller 2 The Main AC Power going to the MPC1500 and any other McIntosh Component s should not be ap plied until all the system components are connected together Failure to do so could result in malfunc tioning of some or all of the system s normal opera tions 3 In the event the MPC1500 Power Controller over heats due to improper ventilation and or high ambient temperature the Power Controller will switch off When the MPC1500 has returned to a safe operating temperature normal operation will resume 4 The MPC1500 is designed for connection of Audio Video Components with low energy consumption This would include components such as Preampli fiers A V Control Centers Source Components Integrated Amplifiers and Power Amplifiers with low to modest power output General Information con t 5 General Information Cable Information Introduction and Performance Features Connector and Cable Information Introduction Performance Features Power Control Connectors The MPC1500 Global Power Control In
32. structions 2 Preamble and Table of Contents 3 Thank You and Please Take a Moment 4 Technical Assistance and Customer Service 4 General Information 4 Connector and Cable Information 5 Introduction 5 Performance Features 5 Dimensions 6 Installation 7 MCP1500 NA Rear Panel Connections 8 How to Connect in a Two Channel System 9 How to Connect in a Multi Channel System 10 Front Panel Displays and Controls 11 How to Operate the MPC1500 12 13 Specifications 14 MCP1500 EU Rear Panel Connections 16 How to Connect in a Two Channel System 17 How to Connect in a Multi Channel System 18 Front Panel Displays and Controls 19 How to Operate the MPC1500 20 21 Specifications
33. w mcin toshlabs com Customer Service If it is determined that your McIntosh product is in need of repair you can return it to your Dealer You can also return it to the McIntosh Laboratory Service Department For assistance on factory repair return procedure contact the McIntosh Service Department at McIntosh Laboratory Inc 2 Chambers Street Binghamton New York 13903 Phone 607 723 3515 Fax 607 723 1917 General Information Thank You Please Take A Moment Technical Assistance If at any time you have questions about your McIntosh product contact your McIntosh Dealer who is familiar with your McIntosh equipment and any other brands that may be part of your system If you or your Dealer wish additional help concerning a suspected problem you can receive technical assistance for all McIntosh products at McIntosh Laboratory Inc 2 Chambers Street Binghamton New York 13903 Phone 607 723 1545 Fax 607 724 0549 The serial number purchase date and McIntosh Dealer name are important to you for possible insurance claim or future service The spaces below have been provided for you to record that information Serial Number _______________________________ Purchase Date _______________________________ Dealer Name ________________________________ Your decision to own this McIntosh MPC1500 Power Controller ranks you at the very top among discrimi nating music listeners You now have The Best The McInto
34. y LOCAL POWER CONTROL number 5 Switch Setting and or the received Power Control Signal SWITCHED AC Outlet controlled by LOCAL POWER CONTROL number 4 Switch Setting and or the received Power Control Signal SWITCHED AC Outlet controlled by LOCAL POWER CONTROL number 3 Switch Setting and or the received Power Control Signal 25 M P C 1 5 0 0 J A How to Connect in a Two Channel System How to Connect in a Two Channel System The MPC1500 has the ability to automatically switch AC Power On Off to Components connected to the SWITCHED AC OUTLETS via the Power Control connection coming from the Preamplifier Source Components switch On Off via the Power Control connection from the Preamplifier For additional information refer to General Information on page 4 and Connector and Cable Information on page 5 1 Connect a Control Cable from the MPC1500 GLOBAL POWER CONTROL IN Jack to the Power Control Main Out Jack on the Preamplifier 2 Connect the AC Power Cord from the Power Am plifier to MPC1500 SWITCHED AC OUTLET 3 3 Connect a Control Cable from the Preamplifier Acc Power Control Out Jack to the Power Control In jack on the Disc Player 4 Connect the AC Power Cords from the Preamplifier and Disc Player to the UNSWITCHED AC OUT LETS 1 and 2 5 Connect any remaining Components in a similar manner 6 Using the supplied AC Cord connect the MPC1500 directly to an AC Wall Outlet Power

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