{"product_id":"mcintosh-pc-1-14-outlet-sequential-power-controller-rfi-filtering-surge-protection","title":"McIntosh PC-1 14-Outlet Sequential Power Controller - RFI Filtering \u0026 Surge Protection","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe McIntosh PC-1 is a heavy-duty 14-outlet sequential power controller from the 1990s, designed to help manage power distribution throughout a complete McIntosh audio or home theater system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile it might look like an oversized power strip at first glance, there's actually quite a bit more going on here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally designed to work with the \u003c\/span\u003eMcIntosh CR-10 Remote Control System and CR-12 Audio\/Video Multizone System\u003cspan\u003e, the PC-1 allows connected amplifiers and source components to be powered on and off automatically through the main control system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven more interesting is its ability to power up connected amplifiers sequentially, with approximately a quarter-second delay between outlets. This helps prevent a large power surge when multiple amplifiers are switched on simultaneously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 14 outlets are divided as follows:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 Power Amplifier Outlets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Individually switched according to the four listening zones, with sequential power-up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 Audio Component Outlets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Switched together when an audio program is selected or a listening zone is activated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Video Component Outlets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Activated when video is selected\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 Unswitched Outlets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Remain powered whenever the PC-1 is plugged into an active AC outlet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe PC-1 also features built-in McIntosh surge protection, RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) filtering, and DC relays for quiet, reliable operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcIntosh System Compatibility:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to the original McIntosh documentation, the PC-1 was designed for use with the following control systems:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcIntosh CR-10 Remote Control System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcIntosh CR-12 Audio\/Video Multizone System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rear-panel Power Control Out DIN connection also allows control to be extended to a second PC-1 or compatible McIntosh MC7104 and MC7108 power amplifiers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe love coming across these interesting McIntosh accessories from the 1990s. They really show how much thought went into designing complete, integrated audio systems back in the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Compatibility Note:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe PC-1 is not a conventional standalone switched power strip. While its three unswitched outlets provide power whenever the unit is plugged in, the remaining eleven outlets require a compatible control system to operate as originally intended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original McIntosh documentation also specifies a maximum combined power consumption of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,440 watts across all 14 outlets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease keep these requirements in mind when planning your system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso included is a reprinted copy of the original McIntosh PC-1 owner's manual, which has become quite difficult to find. It's also linked further down in this description for  download.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkyFi Cosmetic Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe unit shows light cosmetic wear, including minor scratches and marks from age and use. Overall, it remains in good condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand Background:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMcIntosh Laboratory is an American manufacturer of handcrafted high-end audio equipment based in Binghamton, New York. The company was founded in 1949 by Frank McIntosh. The company designs and produces audio amplifiers, stereo tuners and other consumer electronics products.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eOwnership:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSecond Owner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eConnections:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e14 AC power inputs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCosmetic Condition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7\/10 = Good. One or two minor scratches. Well Maintained. See our detailed rating description \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/skyfiaudio.com\/pages\/our-rating-scale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorking Condition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorking perfectly and tested in our lab.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJust the unit and cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOwner's Manual:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/McIntosh_PC-1_14-Outlet_Sequential_Power_Controller_Owners_Manual.pdf?v=1793391611\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick Here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePacking:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWill be packed using our highly developed in-house process and custom packing materials.\u003ciframe width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wuWesEecAbE?\u0026amp;autoplay=1\u0026amp;mute=1\" title=\"This Is How We Pack Sensitive Electronics at SkyFi Audio, Less Than 0.2% Shipping Damage\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e11\"W X 3.5\"H X 5.25\"D\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eApproximate Age:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1994\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McIntosh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67855760490750,"sku":"108163","price":852.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/mcintosh-pc-1-14-outlet-sequential-power-controller-rfi-filtering-surge-protection-accessory-540.jpg?v=1793391967","url":"https:\/\/skyfiaudio.com\/en-au\/products\/mcintosh-pc-1-14-outlet-sequential-power-controller-rfi-filtering-surge-protection","provider":"SkyFi Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}