McIntosh XR 50 Owners Manual
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2 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. Clean only with a non-abrasive dry soft cloth. 7. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 8. This Loudspeaker is capable of producing extremely high sound pressure levels, even when connected to amplifiers of moderate power output. User caution is advised. Ear protection is recommended when playing at high volumes as cont inued exposure to high sound pressure levels can cause permanent hearing impairment or loss. The use of a Sound Level Pressure Meter will greatly aid in determining when high volume levels are occurring. 9. Do not install near any heat sou rces such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 10. Only use attachments/accessories specif ied by the manufacturer. 11. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, o r t a b l e s p e c i f i e d b y t h e manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the car t/apparat us combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 12. Refe r a l l se r v ici ng t o qu a l i f ie d se r v ice personnel. Ser vicing is required when the apparat us has been damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 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. 13. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects f illed with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the equipment. 14 . WA R NING: When this Loudspeaker is connected to an amplifier that is Powered On, the connect ion terminals may have hazardous live voltages present with a risk of electric shock .
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3 1. For additional connection information, refer to the owners manual(s) for any component(s) connected to the XR50 Loudspeaker. 2. The design of XR50 Loudspeaker took into ac - count the acoustic characteristics of the Front Panel Your decision to own this McIntosh XR50 Loudspeak - er System ranks you at the very top among discrimi - nating music listeners.. You now have The Best. The McIntosh dedication to Quality, is assurance that you will receive many years of listening enjoyment from this unit. Please take a short time to read the information in this manual. We want you to be as familiar as pos - sible with all the features and functions of your new McIntosh. Safety Instructions .................................................... 2 Thank You and Please Take a Moment ..................... 3 Technical Assistance and Customer Service ............ 3 Table of Contents and General Information ............. 3 Connector/Cable Information ................................... 3 Introduction ............................................................... 4 Performance Features ............................................... 5 Dimensions ............................................................ 6 -7 Unpacking the Loudspeaker ..................................... 8 Installation ............................................................. 8-9 How to Connect ................................................. 10 -11 Photos ................................................................. 12-13 Specifications .......................................................... 14 Packing Instruction ................................................. 15 Table of Contents Thank You Please Take A Moment Technical Assistance If at any time you have questions about your McIntosh product, contact your McIntosh Dealer who is familiar with your McIntosh equipment and any other brands that may be part of your system. If you or your Dealer wish additional help concerning a suspected problem, you can receive technical assistance for all McIntosh products at: McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903 Phone: 607-723-3512 Fax: 607-724-0549 Customer Service If it is determined that your McIntosh product is in need of repair, you can return it to your Dealer. You can also return it to the McIntosh Laboratory Service Department. For assistance on factory repair return procedure, contact the McIntosh Service Department at: McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903 Phone: 607-723-3515 Fax: 607-723-1917 The serial number, purchase date and McIntosh Dealer name are important to you for possible insurance claim or future service. The spaces below have been provided for you to record that information: Serial Number: _______________________________ Purchase Date: _______________________________ Dealer Name: ________________________________ Copyright 2011 © by McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. General Information Power Control Connectors The XR50 Power Control Jacks (IN/OUT) receive and pass on an ON/OFF signal from +5 to +12 volts. An additional connection passes on Meter Illumination Control for compatible Power Amplifiers. The 1/8 inch stereo mini phone plug connects to a McIntosh Preamplifier or A/V Control Center Power Control Output. Connector/Cable Information Power Control Ground Meter Illumination Control Pass Thru Grille and it should be attached to the Loudspeaker for the best sonic performance. 3. If there is an obvious lack of high, mid or low frequencies after extended periods of overdrive, the Protection Device(s) may have activated. These devices will automatically reset when the volume level is greatly reduced until the output of the af - fected Loudspeaker Driver(s) returns to normal. 4. When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations. Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with the local regulations concerning battery disposal. 5. For additional information on the XR50 and other McIntosh Products please visit the McIn - tosh Web Site at www.mcintoshlabs.com.