Installation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Installation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

17-

"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(5.08 cm) in front of the9/16mounting panel for handle clear-

Caution: The MC1201 Amplifier weight is 147 pounds

 

 

 

 

(66.7 kilograms). It requires two or more persons

 

 

 

ance. Be sure to cut out a ventilation hole in the mounting

to safely handle when moving the amplifier.

 

 

 

 

shelf according to the dimensions in the drawing.

The MC1201 can be placed upright on a table or shelf,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

44.62cm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

standing on its four feet. The

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

four feet may be removed from

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the bottom of the MC1201

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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10

 

-13/16"

when it is custom installed as

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

outlined below. The four feet

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

together with the mounting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

screws should be retained for

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

possible future use if the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MC1201 is removed from the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

custom installation and used

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

27.46cm

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6"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

free standing. It also can be

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

custom installed in a piece of

 

 

 

Cbinet

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

furniture or cabinet of your

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

choice. The required panel cut-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

out, ventilation cutout and unit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

dimensions are shown.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Always provide adequate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ventilation for your MC1201.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15.24cm

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Cool operation ensures the

 

 

 

Front

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

longest possible operating life

 

 

 

Panel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Openig

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

for any electronic instrument.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do not install the MC1201 di-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

rectly above a heat generating

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forVetilationn

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

component such as a high pow-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ered amplifier. If all the com-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ponents are installed in a single

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

cabinet, a quiet running venti-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

lation fan can be a definite as-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

set in maintaining all the sys-

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Chssis

tem components at the coolest

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

upport

 

 

 

 

 

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possible operating temperature.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A custom cabinet installa-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

tion should provide the follow-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ing minimum spacing dimen-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.54cm1"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

sions for cool operation. Allow

 

 

Shelf

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

at least 6 inches (15.24 cm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

above the top, 2 inches

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(3.81cm) below the bottom and

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21/32.67cm"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14-1/2"

 

 

 

 

 

 

15-

 

5/16"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 inch (2.54 cm) on each side

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

of the amplifier, so that airflow

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

36.83cm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CutoutOpening

14"

 

 

 

is not obstructed. Allow 22

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38.91cm

inches (55.88 cm) depth behind

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

forVentilation

 

35.56cm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the front panel. Allow 2 inches

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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McIntosh manual MC1201FrontPanel, Installation

MC1201 specifications

The McIntosh MC1201 is a high-performance monaural amplifier that exemplifies the brand’s commitment to delivering exceptional audio quality and performance. Known for its robust build and advanced technology, the MC1201 is designed to impress audiophiles and music professionals alike.

At the core of the MC1201 is a power output of 1,200 watts, allowing it to effortlessly drive even the most demanding speakers. The amplifier features McIntosh’s renowned Autoformer technology, which ensures that the full power is available regardless of the speaker's impedance. This technology helps in maintaining sound quality and performance across various load conditions, making the MC1201 versatile for different audio setups.

One of the standout characteristics of the MC1201 is its unique Circuit Design, including the use of McIntosh's exclusive Power Guard system. This innovative technology monitors the output to prevent distortion, safeguarding both the amplifier and connected speakers from damage during high-volume playback. This feature is especially beneficial for those who push their audio systems to the limits, providing peace of mind without sacrificing sound quality.

The MC1201 also incorporates the company’s proprietary Sentry Monitor, a protection circuit that ensures the amplifier operates safely under all conditions. If the output current exceeds safe levels, the Sentry Monitor will engage and temporarily reduce power output, allowing the amplifier to cool down and return to normal operation.

In addition to its powerful performance, the MC1201 boasts an aesthetically pleasing design. It features a sleek black glass front panel, illuminated meters that provide a visual representation of the audio output, and the iconic McIntosh logo, which signifies quality and luxury. The high-quality build ensures longevity and reliability, essential for both home audio enthusiasts and professional settings.

With its combination of power, advanced technology, and meticulous craftsmanship, the McIntosh MC1201 remains a sought-after choice for those seeking top-tier amplification solutions. Whether used in a home theater system or a high-fidelity audio setup, the MC1201 delivers an unparalleled listening experience, exemplifying McIntosh’s dedication to excellence in audio engineering.