McIntosh Black Power Controller - MPC500
McIntosh MPC500 Power Controller
Inconsistency in power quality can cause costly damage to electronic devices. Protect your home audio investment with the MPC500 Power Controller. Featuring cascaded surge protection, the MPC500 delivers full mode AC power line surge protection, such as from a lightning strike, as well as protecting low voltage devices against secondary surges and spikes that can occur after the initial event.
AC power line protection is accomplished with the use of three thermally protected metal-oxide varistors (TPMOVs) – which are far safer than traditional MOVs – that provide you with Line to Neutral, Line to Ground and Neutral to Ground protection. For secondary surge events, the MPC500 provides protection for your ethernet, coaxial, and other low voltage devices via Gas Discharge Tubes (GDT), Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) thermistors and Transient Voltage Suppression (TVS) components. Also included in the MPC500 is electromagnetic interference (EMI) filtering of the AC line and over/under voltage protection, which will switch off the rear receptacles to keep your connected devices safe from trying to operate at undesired voltage levels.
The MPC500 includes either 8 Type B1 (a.k.a. NEMA 5-15R) or 4 Type F1 (a.k.a. CEE 7/3 or “Schuko”) receptacles; only the appropriate version is available in each individual country to ensure compatibility with local power systems. Control of each receptacle can be configured to your preferences via the rear panel Power Control ports or through the setup menus on the front panel.
The front panel display can list input voltage, the amount of current being drawn through the receptacles, or total (apparent) power. Regardless of receptacle type, all versions of the MPC500 feature the timeless McIntosh black glass front panel, illuminated logo, control knobs, and aluminum end caps. Contact your local dealer to learn more.
Features
- Inconsistency in power quality can cause costly damage to electronic devices. Protect your home audio investment with the MPC500 Power Controller.
- Featuring cascaded surge protection, the MPC500 delivers AC power line surge protection, such as from a lightning strike, as well as protecting low voltage devices against secondary surges and spikes.
- AC power line protection is accomplished with the use of a thermally protected metal-oxide varistor (TPMOV) – which is far safer than a traditional MOV – that provides you with Line to Neutral protection.
- Low voltage protection provided by Gas Discharge Tubes (GDT), Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) thermistors and Transient Voltage Suppression (TVS) components.
- Also provides electromagnetic interference (EMI) filtering of the AC line and over/under voltage protection.
- Available with either Type B1 (a.k.a. NEMA 5-15R) or Type F1 (a.k.a. CEE 7/3 or “Schuko”) receptacles.
Footnotes
- 1 As defined by the International Electrotechnical Commission
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The device includes full mode AC power line surge protection with cascaded stages for comprehensive defense. It uses three thermally protected metal-oxide varistors (TPMOVs) for Line to Neutral, Line to Ground, and Neutral to Ground protection. Additionally, low voltage devices are protected by Gas Discharge Tubes (GDT), Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) thermistors, and Transient Voltage Suppression (TVS) components, safeguarding against secondary surges and spikes.
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Yes, it protects low voltage devices such as ethernet and coaxial connections against surges that often follow initial power line events. This is achieved through specialized components like Gas Discharge Tubes, PTC thermistors, and TVS devices that help maintain the integrity of connected low voltage equipment.
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It comes with a limited 3-year warranty covering both parts and labor. This warranty ensures peace of mind by protecting your investment against manufacturing defects and repair needs within this period.
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Yes, control of each of the power outlets can be configured via rear panel Power Control ports or through the front panel setup menus. Furthermore, the front panel displays important data such as input voltage, current draw, and total apparent power to help monitor connected devices.
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Yes, electromagnetic interference filtering is integrated to clean the AC power line. This feature reduces noise and interference that can affect performance, helping to maintain optimal functioning of your electronic equipment.
- Full Mode AC Power Line Surge Protection
- Low Voltage Secondary Surge Protection
- Connect Up To 8 Components
- 3 Thermally Protected Metal-Oxide Varistors
- Black Finish
