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MC-6
Multi-Channel Power
Amplifier
Owner’s Manual
Page 1: ...1 MC 6 Multi Channel Power Amplifier Owner s Manual...
Page 2: ...he operational features will allow you to gain the maximum performance and ease of use for which this amplifier was designed P Please note that your MC 6 Multi Channel Power Amplifier serial number be...
Page 3: ...plification capability within a single chassis Linkable inputs for channel selection and input configuration Automatic bias adjustment maintains optimal bias setting regardless of source signal or lou...
Page 4: ...er Amplifier Channel Power Amplifier AC Power Cable AC Power Cable Spiked Spiked Coupling Coupling Supports Supports Compliant Compliant Isolation Isolation Pads Pads Speaker Speaker Terminal Terminal...
Page 5: ...All factory returns require that Jeff Rowland Design Group issue a Return Authorization RA number prior to shipment Unpacking the Amplifier Unpacking the Amplifier T The MC 6 is a large and heavy amp...
Page 6: ...eft on the chassis do not use any type of abrasive or chemical cleaner to remove the mark A very mild plastic or glass cleaner that does not contain ammonia should be tried only as a last resort Pleas...
Page 7: ...7 Amplifier Front Panel Function Control Amplifier Front Panel Function Control Amplifier Front Panel Amplifier Front Panel Front Panel Standby Power Button Front Panel Standby Power Button...
Page 8: ...the button is not illuminated all amplifier inputs are muted and internal circuitry reverts to power saving Standby mode Anomalous operating conditions will place the amplifier in Standby mode and wi...
Page 9: ...9 Amplifier Rear Panel Function Controls Amplifier Rear Panel Function Controls Amplifier Rear Panel Amplifier Rear Panel 2 2 1 1 3 3...
Page 10: ...OBSERVE THIS PROCEDURE WHEN OPERATING THE AMPLIFIER WILL DAMAGE THE INTERNAL CIRCUITRY AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY BE SURE TO STRICTLY FOLLOW THE APPLICABLE CHANNEL CONFIGURATIONS AS SHOWN IN THE SIGN...
Page 11: ...11 Rear Panel Power Connections Rear Panel Power Connections Amplifier Rear Panel 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4...
Page 12: ...upporting structure are poor the amplifier chassis can be loosely coupled to the supporting structure via the compliant isolation interface pads This will help to attenuate the transfer of vibration o...
Page 13: ...n the MC 6 Multi Channel Power Amplifier use a soft cloth moistened with plain water Never apply water dusting sprays solvents abrasives or cleaning fluids directly to the chassis When operating the M...
Page 14: ...or can be made from the same basic materials as your selected loudspeaker cables Please have your loudspeaker cable manufacturer contact the Jeff Rowland Design Group factory for proper instruction i...
Page 15: ...6 Link 3 to 4 Channel 1 Input Left or Right Channel Preamp Output CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 6 CH 5 CH 4 Link Outputs of Channels 1 and 2 Channels 2 and 3 Channels 3 and 4 Channels 4 and 5 and Channels 5 and...
Page 16: ...TO 1 Flip the LINK INPUT 3 TO 2 UNLINK NORMAL switch ON or up towards LINK INPUT 3 TO 2 Flip the LINK INPUT 4 TO 3 UNLINK NORMAL switch ON or up towards LINK INPUT 4 TO 3 Flip the LINK INPUT 5 TO 4 U...
Page 17: ...nnel Preamp Output Right Channel Preamp Output Channel 6 Input CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 6 CH 5 CH 4 Full Range Loudspeaker Link Outputs of Channels 1 and 2 and Channels 2 and 3 Positive to Positive and Negat...
Page 18: ...Flip the LINK INPUT 2 TO 1 UNLINK NORMAL switch ON or up towards LINK INPUT 2 TO 1 Flip the LINK INPUT 3 TO 2 UNLINK NORMAL switch ON or up towards LINK INPUT 3 TO 2 Flip the LINK INPUT 6 TO 5 UNLINK...
Page 19: ...Use Channel 2 Input Channel 3 Input Channel 4 Input Channel 5 Input Link 1 to 2 Link 2 to 3 Link 4 to 5 Link 5 to 6 Link 3 to 4 Channel 1 Input Left Channel Preamp Output Channel 6 Input Right Channel...
Page 20: ...up towards LINK INPUT 2 TO 1 Flip the LINK INPUT 3 TO 2 UNLINK NORMAL switch ON or up towards LINK INPUT 3 TO 2 Flip the LINK INPUT 6 TO 5 UNLINK NORMAL switch ON or up towards LINK INPUT 6 TO 5 Flip...
Page 21: ...ion Channel 2 Input Channel 3 Input Channel 4 Input Channel 5 Input Link 1 to 2 Link 2 to 3 Link 4 to 5 Link 5 to 6 Link 3 to 4 Channel 1 Input Left Channel Preamp Output Channel 6 Input Right Channel...
Page 22: ...NK INPUT 2 TO 1 UNLINK NORMAL switch ON or up towards LINK INPUT 2 TO 1 Flip the LINK INPUT 3 TO 2 UNLINK NORMAL switch ON or up towards LINK INPUT 3 TO 2 4 4 Flip the LINK INPUT 6 TO 5 UNLINK NORMAL...
Page 23: ...Preamp Output Channel 3 Input Center Channel Loudspeaker Right Front Channel Preamp Output Channel 6 Input Full Range Loudspeaker Link Outputs of Channels 1 and 2 Positive to Positive and Negative to...
Page 24: ...pping the Channel 3 BAL UNBAL switch towards the connector that is being used 4 4 Flip the LINK INPUT 6 TO 5 UNLINK NORMAL switch ON or up towards LINK INPUT 6 TO 5 Flip the LINK INPUT 4 TO 3 UNLINK N...
Page 25: ...hannel 6 Input CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 6 CH 5 CH 4 Full Range Loudspeaker Left Channel 2 Preamp Output Channel 3 Input Full Range Loudspeaker Right Channel 1 Preamp Output Channel 4 Input Full Range Loudspe...
Page 26: ...ight channel 2 interconnect from your pre amp or source component to the CHANNEL 6 balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA input connector Select the correct balanced or unbalanced input connector by flipping...
Page 27: ...l Preamp Output Channel 6 Input CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 6 CH 5 CH 4 Right Front Full Range Loudspeaker Right Rear Channel Preamp Output Channel 5 Input Center Channel Preamp Output Channel 2 Input Center Ch...
Page 28: ...CHANNEL 5 balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA input connector Select the correct balanced or unbalanced input connector by flipping the Channel 5 BAL UNBAL switch towards the connector that is being used 5...
Page 29: ...nel Preamp Output Channel 6 Input CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 6 CH 5 CH 4 Right Front Full Range Loudspeaker Right Rear Channel Preamp Output Channel 5 Input Subwoofer Preamp Output Channel 2 Input Center Chann...
Page 30: ...BAL UNBAL switch towards the connector that is being used 5 5 Connect the center channel interconnect from your pre amp or source component to the CHANNEL 3 balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA input connec...
Page 31: ...Impedan Input Impedance ce 36k ohms per Channel Common Mode Common Mode Rejection Ratio Rejection Ratio 75 dB 20 20 kHz Absolute Phase Absolute Phase Phase Inverted Output Current Output Current 60 am...
Page 32: ...tion Rear Panel Power Connections section of Owner s Manual Abnormal Operation of the MC 6 internal circuitry Contact your dealer immediately Front panel STANDBY POWER BUTTON reverts to Standby Mode d...
Page 33: ...ou have any additional questions regarding the installation or operation of the MC 6 Multi Channel Power Amplifier please contact your authorized Jeff Rowland Design Group dealer or check the Jeff Row...
Page 34: ...34 Post Office Box 7231 Colorado Springs Colorado 80933 USA...
