McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York MT5 Precision Turntable Owner’s Manual 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.
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Thank You Customer Service Table of Contents Your decision to own this McIntosh MT5 Precision Turntable and Sumiko BP2 High Output Moving Coil Cartridge 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.
General Information and Cable Information General Information Caution: To prevent possible damage to the turntable platter bearing, do not move the MT5 Precision Turntable with the platter installed. 1. For additional connection information, refer to the owner’s manual(s) for any component(s) connected to the MT5 Precision Turntable. 2. The MT5 Precision Turntable comes with the Sumiko BP2 High Output Moving Coil Cartridge. 3.
Introduction and Performance Features Introduction The McIntosh MT5 Precision Turntable with the Sumiko BP2 High Output Moving Coil Cartridge offers the latest in playback of vinyl recordings. A full complement of performance features allow for the enjoyment of all recordings reproduced with flawless realism. The advanced electronic and mechanical design ensures many years of smooth trouble free operation.
Dimensions Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your MT5. Front View of the MT5 17-1/2" 44.5cm 6-7/32" 15.8cm 7" 17.8cm Side View of the MT5 16" Note: The height measurements are with the Blue Point 2 Cartridge installed. 40.6cm 1" 2.5cm 15-5/16" 38.9cm Rear View of the MT5 16-3/8" 3-3/4" 41.6cm 9.5cm 12-3/32" 30.7cm 13-3/8" 34.0cm 6 1-15/32" 3.
Unpacking the Turntable Unpacking the Turntable To protect the fine finish of the MT5 Precision Turntable during the assembly and adjustment process, it is advisable to prepare a suitable clean working area with a soft, clean fabric, such as a bed linen or blanket. It is recommended that the Professionals at your McIntosh Dealer, who are skilled in all aspects of installation and operation, unpack, assemble, adjust and install the MT5 Precision Turntable.
Assembling the Turntable Place the Turntable in the location where it will be used. Please keep in mind; the turntable should be the greatest possible distance from the system loudspeakers to reduce the chance of acoustic feedback. To minimize the possibility of the cartridge stylus jumping record grooves, place the turntable on a mechanically stable surface such as wall shelving anchored to wall studs. Perform the following assembly steps: 5.
Assembling the Turntable Motor Pulley Belt Figure 8 8. Next, take the Outer Platter and slowly lower it onto the previously installed spindle/inner platter assembly making sure to keep the Outer Platter parallel to the Turntable surface as it is being lowered. Refer to figures 9 and 10. Outer Platter 10. Locate the McIntosh Bubble Level and place it on the Record Mat.
Assembling the Turntable Assembling the Turntable, con’t Center of Position Marking Tone Arm Rest Figure 18 13. Remove the protective film material from the Tone Arm Rest Position. Refer to figures 19 and 20. Protective Film Figure 20 Note: The Tracking Force Pressure, Anti-Skating and other adjustments have been preset at the factory for optimum performance. For additional information on setting Tracking Force Pressure, Anti-Skating and other adjustments refer to pages 11 thru 13.
Installing a non-supplied Cartridge and Tone Arm Adjustments Installing a non-supplied Cartridge CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to the turntable platter bearing, do not move the MT5 Precision Turntable with the platters installed.
Tone Arm Adjustments, con’t 2. With the Anti-Skate Adjustment set to minimum (refer to figure 37), carefully place the Tone Arm onto the Alignment Gauge with the diamond tip of the stylus on the center of the small circle located between the parallel lines. Refer to figures 27 and 28.
Installing a non-supplied Cartridge and Tone Arm Adjustments Trackability Adjustments the record mat and perpendicular to the front of the Tone Arm, with the Stylus Tip over graduation marks. Set the Anti-Skate Adjustment to minimum (refer to figure 37). Adjust the position of the Tone Arm Counterweight to establish a tracking force pressure in the middle of the recommend range from the Cartridge manufacturer as a starting place. Refer to figures 32 thru 35.
Rear Panel Connections and Adjustments AUDIO OUTPUTS connect to PHONO Inputs of the Preamplifier or A/V Control Center. For specific nformation on the type of Phono Input to use, please refer to the next page. GND (Ground) connects to GND (Ground) connection on the Preamplifier or A/V Control Center 14 POWER CONTROL REMOTE IN receives turn-on signals from a McIntosh component and switches the Front Panel Illumination On/Off.
How to Connect the Turntable How to Connect the Turntable 1. Connect a Power Control Cable from the MT5 POWER CONTROL IN to the POWER CONTROL MAIN Output jack of a McIntosh Preamplifier or A/V Control Center. 2. Optionally, connect a Power Control Cable from the MT5 POWER CONTROL OUT to the POWER CONTROL IN jack of a McIntosh source component. 3. Connect a wire from the MT5 GND (Ground) Post to the GND (Ground) post on the McIntosh Preamplifier or A/V Control Center. 4.
Front Panel Display, Switches, Lever and Record Clamp Record clamp helps to keep the phonograph recording flat during playback Raises and lowers the Tuntable Tone Arm SPEED Switch selects one of three playback speeds, 33 1/3 rpm, 45 rpm or 78 rpm 16 POWER Switch turns AC Power OFF, STANDBY or ON
How to Operate the Turntable How to Operate the Turntable Power Selection Rotate the POWER Switch to select the Turntable Operation Mode desired. Refer to figure 50. Power Off - The Front Panel and Turntable Platter illumination are switched OFF and there is no Turntable Figure 50 Platter rotation. Standby - The Front Panel and Turntable Platter will illuminate when the McIntosh Preamplifer or A/V Control Center is turned On.
Specifications Blue Point No.2 Cartridge Specifications MT5 Turntable Specifications General Specifications Cartridge Type Moving Coil, High Output Playback Speeds 33 1/3 rpm, 45 rpm and 78 rpm Output Level 2.5 mV at 5 cm/s Motor Type DC Stainless Steel Brushes Overall Dimensions Width is 17-1/2 inches (44.5cm) Height is 7 inches (17.
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. It is very important the four feet are still attached to the bottom of the equipment. This will ensure the proper equipment location on the Platter foam pads. 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.
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