Owner’s Manual XRT29 Loudspeaker System XRT29 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. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. General: 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Warning: To reduce risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
Thank You Table of Contents Your decision to own this McIntosh XRT29 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 McIntosh Acoustic Engineers have refined the line source Column Loudspeaker concept to provide superior quality midrange and high frequency sound reproduction. The High Frequency Section utilizes a patented Column Design1 with multiple four inch Midrange LD/HP2 Magnetic Circuit Design Drivers and one Figure 1 inch soft dome Tweeters. Refer to figure 1.
Introduction and Performance Features Performance Features • Patented LD/HP Technology The McIntosh Midrange Loudspeaker Elements feature the patented LD/HP Magnetic Circuit Design. This design, when compared to conventional Loudspeaker Elements, reduces distortion significantly. It also increases power handling and efficiency. • Neodymium-Iron-Boron Alloy Magnets The 30 four inch Midranges and 25 one inch Dome Tweeters all use this Alloy.
XRT29 Column Section Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your XRT29 Loudspeaker System. Front View of the XRT29 High Frequency Column Rear View of the XRT29 High Frequency Column Side View of the XRT29 High Frequency Column (without grille) 4-1/2" 11.43cm 75-1/4" 191.14cm 3-15/16" 10.00cm 19-7/8" 50.48cm 15-3/16" 38.58cm 10-1/2" 26.67cm 13-1/16" 5-3/8" 13.65cm 4-3/16" 10.64cm 33.18cm 6-1/2" 16.51cm 8-13/16" 22.
Dimensions End View and Base of the XRT29 High Frequency Column Front View of the XRT29 High Frequency Column 9-5/8" 24.45cm 6-1/2" 16.51cm 13-1/16" 33.18cm 3-3/8" 8.57cm 9-3/16" 23.34cm 7/8" 2.22cm 1-3/8" 3.49cm 4-1/2" 11.43cm 2-1/8" 5.40cm 4-1/2" 11.43cm 8-15/16" 22.70cm 7" 17.78cm 2-3/4" 6.99cm 7-5/8" 19.
Installation The XRT29 High Frequency Column requires two or more persons to safely handle the Column during assembly and placement. 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 XRT29 Loudspeaker System and any associated audio equipment. Unpacking the High Frequency Column 1. Remove the banding material from the shipping carton. Refer to figure 7. 2.
Installation Room Placement Top and Bottom L Mounting Bracket ing the supplied Mounting Screws. Opening for screw, 14. Referring to figure allowing horizontal rotation of Column 12, measure down Opening for screw, from the just allowing close to mounted L Bracket wall mounting and install the BotFigure 11 tom L Bracket to- Opening for Locking Screw gether with the Shim Plate, using the supplied Mounting Screws. 15.
How to Prepare Hookup Cables The McIntosh XRT29 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 20, 21 & 22. If the cable is stranded, carefully twist the strands together as tightly as possible.
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How to Prepare Hookup Cables The McIntosh XRT29 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 20, 21 & 22. If the cable is stranded, carefully twist the strands together as tightly as possible. XRT29 Column Loudspeaker HIGH 4S (+) Binding Post. 6.
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Specifications Specifications System Driver Complement Thirty 4 inch Midranges Twenty-five 1 inch Dome Tweeters Impedance 4 ohms Nominal Frequency Response 80Hz - 20kHz Sensitivity 88dB (2.8V/1m) Crossover Frequency 1,700Hz Power Handling 1200 Watts Maximum Overall Dimensions 75-1/4 inches (191.14cm) Height 11-15/16 inches (30.32cm) Width 5-3/8 inches (13.65cm) Depth Finish Black Ash, Natural Cherry or Red Cherry Weight 82 pounds (37.20kg) net 102 pounds (46.
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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