MCa300 THREE HUNDRED WAll MULTIPLE-CHANNEL AMPLIFIER Owner’s Manual
MC 0300 Amplifier Owner’s Manual ThankyouforpurchasingaSoundstreamamplifier. Younow own one of the finest power amplifiers available, a precision component capable of audiophile~quality performance. ever require service or replacement, recording the informs tion below for your own records will help protect your Investment: To get the most out of your MC-300. we suggest you care- Model Number fullyacquarntyourseltwithitscapabilitresanddesign. Please retain this manual for future reference.
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DESIGN FEATURES INSTALLATION The MC-300 isconservatively rated at 300 watts into4ohms. This power can be divided into four channels (4x75 watts), three channels (2x75 watts. 1x150), two channels (2x150 watts). The design topology utilizes multiple Darlington output devices with a total capability of 1200 watts. With such reserves and no current limiting, the MC-300 operates without strain even at maximum output.
SELECTING OPERATING MODE The three hundred watts available from the MC-300 can be -divided into two channels (stereo) [Figure I]. threechannels (stereo plus a single mono channels) [Figure 21, or four channels (front and rear stereo; or stereo bi-amp) [Figure 31. If you have an equalizerorlow-level crossover network(s) for bi or tri~amping. these components will be inserted between your tuner/deck and your amplifier(s). Refer to the manuals for these components for further details.
POWER CONNECTIONS Note: your amplifier can on/y be operated from a 1% volf NegativeGroundefecfricatsysfem. Ifyourcarwasproduced before 1970. orifyouhaveanydoubts. mahesureofthe type Of electrical system you have before making any connectfons. If one LED indicator is out, check the internal fuses located behrnd the bottom cover of the amp.Also check the interior _ power supply fuses~ If any of those are blown replace with the same value fuse. The MC.
PROTECTION CIRCUITS Your amplifier is protected against both overheating and - short circuits. Because of the “soft’ thermal protection (see the Design Features section on page 3) it is highly unlikely that the amplifier will shut off because of thermal overload. If your amplifier shuts down, turn off the system, wait for a few moments, and turn the system on again. SERVICE Your Soundstream amplifier is protected by a limited warranty. Please read the warranty enclosed with the product.
