McIntosh MC2102 - Levinson ML39 interface

Hello,

Question,

I have a Mark Levinson ML39 CDP running balanced direct into
a McIntosh MC2102 and I want to be able to turn them both on
with the Levinson remote (sorry, but yes I am that lazy!)

MC2102 has the "power control" and the ML39 has the "IR"
(both are 1/8" jacks).

I don't know if they will be able to communicate with each
other and frankly, I would be pleasantly surprised if they
could, but I'm concerned about the potential of damage.

Anyone have practical experience with this sort of thing?
If you have any useful info, I would appreciate it. Thanks.