Manual

5
General Information, Cable Information, Disc Information, Introduction and Performance Features
Introduction
Performance Features
The McIntosh MCT80 SACD/CD Transport offers
the latest in audio technology, providing state of the
art reproduction of audio discs. A full complement of
performance features allows for the enjoyment of the
SACD and CD Disc Audio Formats. The advanced
mechanical design of the transport ensures many years
of smooth trouble free operation.
• Twin Laser Pickup
The MCT80 incorporates two laser elements, with
different wavelengths, that are focused through one
lens assembly. This unique design allows reading both
the CD and Super Audio Compact Disc (SACD) Discs
Formats.
• Advanced Transport
The MCT80 has a new transport with a Die Cast Tray.
It has the latest in advanced digital servo for faster,
quieter and accurate operation. The Disc Audio Data
is read at twice the normal rate insuring better disc
tracking and error correction processing.
• Advanced Digital MCT Output
A unique Digital MCT Output connects to McIntosh
Integrated Amplifier or Preamplifier with a Digital
MCT Connector for the purist possible sound quality.
• Digital Audio Outputs
The MCT80 Digital Outputs include MCT, Coaxial,
and Optical Connections.
• Power Control and Full Function Remote Control
The Power Control Input Connection switches the
MCT80 On/Off with other McIntosh Components
in a system. The Remote Control with illuminated
push-buttons provides complete control of the MCT80
operating functions.
• Multi-Function Front Panel Display
The MCT80 Front Panel display indicates the current
disc playback status.
• Special Power Supply
The Digital Power Supply and Multiple Regulators en-
sure stable noise free operation even though the power
line varies.
• Glass Front Panel and Super Mirror Chassis
The MCT80 has the famous McIntosh Illuminated
Glass Front Panel and Stainless Steel Super Mirror
Finish Chassis. These highly durable materials will
ensure the pristine beauty of the MCT80 will be re-
tained for many years.
• Fiber Optic Solid State Front Panel Illumination
The Illumination of the Front Panel is accomplished
by the combination of custom designed Fiber Optic
Light Diffusers and extra long life Light Emitting Di-
odes (LEDs). This provides even Front Panel Illumina-
tion and is designed to ensure the pristine beauty of
the MCT80 will be retained for many years.
Media and Format Type of Music Playback
Media Type
Format Type
and
File Extension
Maximum
Sampling
Frequency
Maximum
Bit Rate
CD Disc
(R/-RW)
MP3 (.mp3) 48KHz
Up to
320kbs
CD Disc
(R/-RW)
WMA (.wma) 48KHz
Up to
320kbs
CD Disc
(R/-RW)
ACC (.mp4) 48KHz
Up to
320kbs
CD Disc
(R/-RW+R+RW)
WAV (.wma) 48KHz 16Bit
CD Disc
(R/-RW+R+RW)
FLAC (.ac) 48KHz 16Bit
CD Disc
(R/-RW+R+RW)
ALAC (.m4a) 48KHz 16Bit
CD Disc
(R/-RW+R+RW)
AIFF(.aif/aiff) 48KHz 16Bit
DVD Disc
(R/-RW+R+RW)
WAV (.wma) 192KHz Up to 24Bit
DVD Disc
(R/-RW+R+RW)
FLAC (.ac) 192KHz Up to 24Bit
DVD Disc
(R/-RW+R+RW)
ALAC (.m4a) 192KHz Up to 24Bit
DVD Disc
(R/-RW+R+RW)
AIFF(.aif/aiff) 192KHz Up to 24Bit
DSD Disc
(DSD64 to
DSD128)
DSD(.diff/dsf) 5.6MHz 1Bit