Loudspeaker System Flush Mount Surface Mount HT-3 Owner’s Manual Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd.. Additionally licensed under the following patent U. S. number 5,043,970. Foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm THX Audio and Home THX Cinema are trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd.. Lucasfilm is a trademark of lucasfilm Ltd.. McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
WARNING - TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user serviceable parts inside. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6.
Thank You Table of Contents Your decision to own this McIntosh HT-3 Loudspeaker 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. Safety Instructions ...........................
Introduction and Performance Features Introduction The McIntosh HT-3 Loudspeaker System is designed for Home Theater and Music Reproduction. It is a two-way system with two 5-inch low frequency and two 1-inch dome tweeters. The HT-3 is designed to work as Surround Loudspeaker in a Home Theater System.
Dimensions HT-3 Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your HT-3 Loudspeaker System. HT-3 Surface Mount without Grille HT-3 Surface Mount with Grille 13-1/2" 14-7/8" 34.29cm 37.78cm 5-15/16" 15.09cm 5-7/8" 14.92cm 14-7/8" 14-1/4" 37.78cm 36.20cm 1-14/16" 1/2" 1.27cm 4.76cm HT-3 Flush Mount with Grille HT-3 Flush Mount without Grille 15-7/16" 14-3/16" 39.22cm 36.04cm 1-3/16" 4.59cm 14-3/16" 36.04cm 15-7/16" 39.22cm 4" 10.
Introduction The McIntosh HT-3 Surround Loudspeaker is specifically optimized for sound applications. The Surround Loudspeakers are intentionally designed to create a very diffuse sound field. The HT-3 uses a dipolar radiation pattern to achieve this performance. A dipole loudspeaker radiates sound both forward and backward, with acoustic nulls located at the vertical center of the enclosure.
Installation Installation The HT-3 Surround Loudspeaker System may be installed with one person, however two persons will add to the safe handling during installation. Follow the instructions below for unpacking and assembly. It is recommended that the Professionals at your McIntosh Dealer, who are skilled in all aspects of installation and operation, install the HT-3 Loudspeaker System and any associated audio equipment.
How to Connect How to Prepare Hookup Cables How to Connect The McIntosh HT-3 Loudspeaker System utilizes binding posts for speaker wire connections. Prepare the Loudspeaker Hookup Cables that attach to the Power Amplifier Output Terminals: Bare wire cable ends: Carefully remove sufficient insulation from the cable ends, refer to figures 5, 6 & 7. If the cable is stranded, carefully twist the strands together as tightly as possible. 1.
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Specifications Specifications System Driver Complement Two 5-inch Low Frequency Drivers Two 1-inch Dome Tweeters Impedance 4 ohms Nominal Frequency Response 85Hz - 12kHz Sensitivity 88dB (2.8V/1m) Crossover Frequency 1,500Hz Power Handling 200 Watts Maximum Overall Dimensions HT-3 Surface Mount with grille: 14-7/8 inches (37.78cm) Height, 14-7/8 inches (37.78cm) Width, 5-15/16 inches (15.09cm) Depth HT-3 Flush Mount with grille and trim frame: 15-7/16 inches (39.22cm) Height, 15-7/16 inches (39.
Packing Instructions Packing Instructions In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as received. Failure to do so will result in shipping damage. Use the original shipping carton and interior parts only if they are 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.
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