So I just bought an Accuphase C-200

Well I picked up my uncle's Accuphase C-200 preamp and E-202 Integrated. He didn't want them anymore and gave them to me because he knows I'd appreciate them. Am I glad he gave them to me. They are tanks.

I'm playing with the C-200 now and marveling at it's sound so far. I've adjusted some of the tone controls and tried various outputs and inputs and I haven't heard any noise or distortion. My uncle had it dormant for 2 years or so I'm just warming it up. Before that I think he used it off and on for some years. I'm going to give it a listen before I bring it to a tech.

Anyone have a manual for the C-200 that they would like to share? I found some old adverts and service docs.

I'm curious about what the Power Amplifier button on the bottom does. I've pressed this button both times when listening to music and haven't heard anything different.

Also the power cord with the C-200 I've got isn't original. It looks like a GE power cord from a lamp. I found this online but was wondering if anyone had any experience with it.

Hosatech Power Cord, IEC C9 to NEMA 1-15P, 8 ft

This cable is designed to connect an electrical appliance with a C10 inlet to line power. It is ideal for use with vintage hi-fi components.

Features include:

• Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) conductors for lower resistance and increased current flow
• Black PVC jacket for durability, flexibility, and low visibility
• Intended for use in North America and nations that have adopted the NEMA standard

Conductor(s): 18 AWG x 2 OFC

http://www.hosatech.com/product/340169/PWC-178/_/Power_Cord,_IEC_C9_to_NEMA_1-15P,_8_ft

Connector(s): IEC C9 to NEMA 1-15P
Length: 8 ft

Any other thoughts, opinions and ideas on the C-200 would be appreciated.

Thanks

The Hosa power cord mentioned above isn't a direct fit with the Accuphase C200 or even the E202 Integrated. The IEC C9 end of the cord isn't wide enough.

Good for You!

wavetrader,
are you still following this thread?

I'm way late to this party, but to answer the AMP button question for posterity, there is a POWER AMP power outlet on the rear of the C-200 (bottom left of the switched receptacles).  The button controls power to that receptacle.