McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York MXA60 60th Anniversary Integrated Audio System Owner’s Manual 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.
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Thank You Your decision to own this McIntosh MXA60 Integrated Audio System ranks you at the very top among discriminating music listeners. You now have “The Best.” The McIntosh dedication to “Quality,” is assurance that you will receive many years of musical enjoyment from this unit. Please take a short time to read the information in this manual. We want you to be as familiar as possible with all the features and functions of your new McIntosh.
General Information, Disc Information, Connector and Cable Information General Information 1. For additional connection information, refer to the owner’s manual(s) for any component(s) connected to the MXA60 Integrated Audio System. 2. The Main AC Power going to the MXA60 and any other McIntosh Component(s) should not be applied until all the system components are connected together. Failure to do so could result in malfunctioning of some or all of the system’s normal operations.
Introduction Performance Features Now you can take advantage of traditional McIntosh standards of excellence in the MXA60 Integrated Audio System. The Power Amplifier section of the MXA60, with a power output of 75 watts per channel, will drive the McIntosh Loudspeakers to a high level of performance. The flexible Preamplifier section provides connections for external input sources and may also be used to drive an external Power Amplifier.
Introduction and Performance Features • RAA2 External AM Antenna The RAA2 External AM Antenna allows placement of the AM Antenna for the best reception. • Power Control The Power Control Output connection provides convenient Turn-On/Off of McIntosh Source Components. • Preset Stations and Permanent Memory The MXA60 Tuner stores up to nine AM and FM Station Presets and they are retained in Permanent Memory. • Remote Control The Custom Designed Remote Control provides control of MXA60 Functions.
Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your MXA60. Front Views of the MXA60 22" 5" 55.88cm 12.7cm 11-1/2" 29.21cm 10-5/8" 10-7/8" 26.99cm 27.62cm Rear Views of the MXA60 10-7/8" 27.62cm 10-3/4" 27.31cm 8 9-15/16" 24.24cm 10-5/8" 26.
Dimensions Top View of the MXA60 Loudspeaker Side Views of the MXA60 10-3/4" 27.7cm 10-11/16" 10-5/8" 27.15cm 26.99cm Front View of the MXA60 Loudspeaker without the grille 2-1/2" 6.35cm 10-1/2" 8-3/4" 22.23cm 26.67cm 5-5/16" 13.49cm 14-7/8" 37.
Rear Panel Connections Balanced INPUT 2 accepts high level program source signals MAIN/SUB sends signals to a separate external Power Amplifier or a powered Subwoofer RIGHT OUTPUT connections for an 8 ohm loudspeaker LEFT OUTPUT connections for an 8 ohm loudspeaker RAA2 AM ANT (Antenna) connects to the supplied McIntosh RAA2 Remote Antenna 75 OHM FM ANT (Antenna) connects to the supplied FM Dipole Antenna, external FM Antenna or FM Cable 10 Connect the MXA60 power cord to a live AC outlet.
Connecting Antennas Connecting Antennas Antenna Connections: 1. Using the supplied AM Antenna Shielded Cable, connect one end into the RAA2 AM Antenna jack and the other end of the same cable into the MXA60 Tuner jack labeled RAA2 AM ANT. FM Dipole Antenna Note: If a longer AM Antenna Cable is needed, refer to page 4 “Connector and Cable Information”. 2. Connect the supplied “T” shaped FM Dipole Antenna to the MXA60 75 OHM FM ANT Connector.
Connecting Components Caution: The supplied AC Power Cord should not be connected to the Rear Panel of the MXA60 Integrated Audio System until after all Connections have been made. The MXA60 has the ability to automatically switch power On/Off to McIntosh Source Components via the Power Control connections. The connection instructions below together with the Connection Diagram on the next page is an example of a typical MXA60 Audio System.
Connecting Components Right Loudspeaker Red (+) Left Loudspeaker Red (+) Red (+) Black (-) Red (+) Black (-) Loudspeaker Cable Loudspeaker Cable Black (-) Black (-) Optional Music Server Connect to AC Outlet 13
Connecting the MXA60 with a Subwoofer Caution: The supplied AC Power Cord should not be connected to the Rear Panel of the MXA60 Integrated Audio System until after all Connections have been made. The MXA60 has the ability to automatically switch power On/Off to McIntosh Source Components and Powered Subwoofer via the Power Control connections. The connection instructions below together with the Connection Diagram on the next page is an example of a typical MXA60 Audio System with Powered Subwoofer.
Connecting the MXA60 with a Subwoofer Right Loudspeaker Red (+) Red (+) Left Loudspeaker Red (+) Black (-) Red (+) Black (-) Loudspeaker Cable Loudspeaker Cable Black (-) Black (-) Connect to AC Outlet Optional Subwoofer Optional Music Server 15
Connecting the MXA60 to an external Power Amplifier and Loudspeakers Caution: The supplied AC Power Cord should not be connected to the Rear Panel of the MXA60 Integrated Audio System until after all Connections have been made. The MXA60 has the ability to automatically switch power On/Off to McIntosh Source Components and External Power Amplifier via the Power Control connections.
Connecting the MXA60 to an external Power Amplifier and Loudspeakers Optional Music Server Right Loudspeaker Left Loudspeaker Connect to AC Outlet Power Amplifier (partial view) 17
Remote Control Push-Buttons LED illuminates during the time a remote command is sent to the MXA60 Powers the MXA60 ON or OFF Adjusts the volume level up Adjusts the volume level down Mutes the audio Accesses the Text Display Mode when playing SACD Discs containing information. Also displays various text information on FM Stations (station dependent) Selects various disc information, including time, on the Display.
How to use the Remote Control How to use the Remote Control The Remote Control is capable of performing most Operating Functions for the MXA60 Integrated Audio System. Pause Press the Pause ► /TUNp Push-button to temporarily stop playback of the disc. Input Source Selection Press INP/TRIM ▲ or ▼ Push-button to select the next or Back and Next Press the : /PSET p Push-button to move forward one track or the 9 /PSET ▼ Push-button to move back to the beginning of the current track playing.
Front Panel Displays, Controls, Push-buttons and Jack Meter indicates the Left Channel Output of the amplifier LED indicates when the Left Channel Amplifier POWER GUARD circuit activates INFORMATION DISPLAY indicates the Sources, Volume, other Audio Settings, Operational Functions and Setup Mode Settings LED indicates when the Right Channel Amplifier POWER GUARD circuit activates TUNE /p TRIM q Control (outer knob) allows tuning of radio stations, adjustment of various types of Trim Audio Settings.
Front Panel Disc Information Display Indicates when in the Pause Mode Indicates the type of disc loaded, CD or SACD Indicates the Random Play Mode is active Indicates when the Play Mode is active Indicates when the tracks on the CD disc are MP3 or WMA encoded Indicates the number of tracks on the Disc, the current Track Time, Remaining Track Time, Total Disc Playing Time, Text and various other Information 21
How to Operate the Setup Modes Your McIntosh MXA60 has been factory configured for operating settings allowing immediate enjoyment of superb audio without the need for further adjustments. If you wish to make changes to the factory default settings, a Setup Feature is provided to customize the operating settings using the Front Panel Information Display. Refer to figure 5 while performing the following steps. Note: If the MXA60 is currently On, proceed to step 2. 1.
Setup Firmware Version The MXA60 functionality is controlled by internal software that is know as Firmware. The Version of the Firmware in the MXA60 can be identified at any time by utilizing the Setup Mode. 1. Press and hold in the INPUT/TRIM Control (inner knob) until the Setup Mode is active. 2. The Front Panel Information Display will indicate “SETUP: VERSION MXA60 V_ . _ _”. Refer to figure 4. 3. The number after the character “V” is the Firmware number. 4.
Source Level1, con’t Mode, by pressing the INPUT/TRIM Control (inner knob). The Front Panel Upper Display will revert back to its normal display. SETUP: SPEAKERS LARGE Figure 14 Speakers The MXA60 Integrated Audio System has the flexibility for future add-on components. The changes could include the addition of a Powered Subwoofer, larger Loudspeakers and/or higher power Power Amplifier.
Setup, con’t 4. Proceed to “TUNER REGION” or exit from the Setup Mode, by pressing the INPUT/TRIM Control (inner knob). The Front Panel Information Display will revert back to its normal display. Tuner Regions The tuner circuitry inside the MXA60 is capable of receiving AM/FM Broadcasts in various parts of the world. In some countries the broadcasters use slightly different standards and the MXA60 accommodates these differences.
How to Operate the Audio Amplifier Power On Press the VOLUME CONTROL in or press the POWER Push-button on the Remote Control to switch On the MXA60. Refer to figures 27 and 31. The title “SOURCE: CD TUBE WARMUP” will appear on the Front Panel Information Display. The MXA60 will go through a brief startup initialization with the Front Panel Information Display indicating the last used source and volume setting.
How to Operate the Audio Amplifier BALANCE Listening balance varies with different program sources, room acoustics and listening positions relative to the Loudspeakers. Use the Balance (Trim Function) as needed to achieve approximately equal listening volume levels in each Loudspeaker. To adjust the Balance perform the following: 1. Rotate the INPUT Control (inner knob) or press the TRIM Push-button on the Remote Control until “BALANCE 0 dB” appears on the Front Panel Information Display. Figure 32.
How to Operate the Audio Amplifier, con’t How to Operate the Audio Amplifier, con’t TREBLE: +10 dB Min ¦¦¦¦¦¦ Max Figure 41 TREBLE: -10 dB Min ¦¦¦¦¦¦¦ Max Figure 42 2. Rotate the p TRIM q Control or press the INP/ TRIM p or q Push-buttons on the Remote Control to increase (refer to figure 41) or decrease (refer to figure 42) the volume level of the high frequencies. The Front Panel Display indicates the Treble changes in steps from (+)10dB to -10dB.
How to Operate the Tuner, con’t Power Guard During normal operation, the Front Panel Power Guard Indicators will momentarily illuminate during peaks in the audio signals. In the event the MXA60 over heats, due to improper ventilation, high ambient temperature and/or impedance mismatch, the internal protection circuits will activate. The Front Panel Power Guard Indicators will continuously illuminate and the audio will be muted.
How to Operate the Tuner, con’t TUNER CONTROL: STATIONS Figure 48 3. Rotate the p TRIM q Control or press the INP/ TRIM p or q Push-buttons on the Remote Control to select STATIONS, SEEK or PRESETS. Refer to figures 48, 49 and 50. 4. Select the SEEK Tuning Mode. TUNER CONTROL: SEEK Figure 49 TUNER CONROL: PRESETS Figure 50 FM MODE The MXA60 Tuner Module Automatically switches between Stereo and Monaural Broadcasts.
How to Operate the Tuner, con’t rotating the TUNE (outer knob) Control to select the desired Preset Number. 91.5 MHz ST ¦ NO PRESETS AVAILABLE Notes: 1. Presets are automatically assigned in order from 1 to 9 unless a different Preset Number is selected. 2. To exit without entering a new Preset into memory, momentarily press the Front Panel STORE/CLEAR Push-button. Figure 59 1. Momentarily press and release the Front Panel STORE/CLEAR Push-button.
How to Operate the Tuner, con’t How to Operate the Tuner, con’t 91.5 MHz ST ¦ PRESET CLEARED Figure 64 is not necessary to clear the Preset first, just enter in the new station for that Preset. The new station will automatically replace the previously assigned station. 7. To clear any additional Station Presets perform steps 5 through 6 again. With the creation of Preset Stations, use the Tuner Control Trim Function to Select the Front Panel PRESET Tuning Mode.
How to Operate the SACD/CD Player How to Operate the SACD/CD Player Select CD Rotate the INPUT Control (inner knob) or press the INP/TRIM p or q Push-buttons on the Remote Control to select the CD Input. How to Load a Disc 1. Press the STOP/OPEN Push-button. The disc tray will slide out allowing a disc to be loaded. Refer to figure 71. 2. Press the STOP/OPEN Push-button on the Front Panel and the disc Figure 71 tray will close. Refer to figures 74, 80, 72 and 73.
How to Operate the SACD/CD Player, con’t play of the Artist information is not available during playback of the disc. Refer to figures 81 and 82. 4. In a similar manner, some SACD Disc(s) Figure 81 have the ability of scrolling the Track Number and Title by pressing the Figure 82 TEXT Pushbutton on the Remote Control after the Track has started to Figure 83 play. Refer to figure 83. 5. The Text Display Mode may be canceled by pressing the TIME Push-button. Refer to figures 74 and 80. 6.
How to Operate the SACD/CD Player, con’t 1. With a disc loaded and not playing, press the RANDOM Push-button, “RND” will be indicated in the Information Display. Refer to figure 87. 2. Press the /; PLAY/ PAUSE Push-button on the Front Panel of the MXA60 or ;/ Figure 87 TUN Push-button on the Remote Control to start Random Playback. After all the tracks have been played the MXA60 will stop. Notes: 1. The 9 BACK track function will begin 02:36 playback from the beginning of the current track. 2.
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Specifications Amplifier Specifications Power Output 75 watts into an 8 ohm load is the minimum sine wave continuous average power output, both channels operating Output Load Impedance 8 ohms Rated Power Band 20Hz to 20,000Hz Total Harmonic Distortion 0.05% maximum harmonic distortion at any power level from 250 milliwatts to rated power, 20Hz to 20,000Hz Dynamic Headroom 1.6dB Frequency Response +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz +0, -3dB from 10Hz to 100,000Hz Main/Sub Output 1.
Specifications AM Tuner Specifications Loudspeaker Specifications General Specifications Tuning Range 522khz - 1602khz (Europe) 530khz - 1710khz (USA) 522khz - 1611khz (Japan) System Driver Complement One 4 inch Woofer/Midrange One 3/4 inch Dome Tweeter Power Requirements 100V ~ 50/60Hz at 3.0 Amps 110V ~ 50/60Hz at 2.5 Amps 120V ~ 50/60Hz at 2.5 Amps 220V ~ 50/60Hz at 1.5 Amps 230V ~ 50/60Hz at 1.3 Amps 240V ~ 50/60Hz at 1.3 Amps Standby: Less than 0.
Packing Instructions Packing Instructions In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as shown below. Failure to do this will result in shipping damage. Use the original shipping carton and interior parts only if they are all in good serviceable condition. If a shipping carton or any of the interior part(s) are needed, please call or write Customer Service Department of McIntosh Laboratory. Refer to page 4.
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