McIntosh Laboratory MCAIRE001 AV Product with WLAN User Manual part 1
McIntosh Laboratory Inc AV Product with WLAN part 1
Contents
- 1. User Manual part 1
- 2. User Manual part 2
- 3. User Manual part 3
User Manual part 1
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com
McAire
Integrated Audio System
Owner’s Manual
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The lightning ash with arrowhead, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s en-
closure that may be of sufcient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
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.
supply cord or plug is damaged, 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.
15. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or
splashing and ensure that no objects lled
with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the
equipment.
16. To completely disconnect this equipment from
the a.c. mains, disconnect the power supply
cord plug from the a.c. receptacle.
17. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall
remain readily operable.
18. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such
as sunshine, re or the like.
19. Connect mains power supply cord only to a
mains socket outlet with a protective earthing
connection.
20. Warning: The Ethernet connector of this
equipment must not be directly connected
to a public network. Connection is to be
made only by way of a modem or router ap-
proved for this purpose.
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 dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appa-
ratus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polar-
ized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not t into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by
the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specied by the manu-
facturer, or sold with the appa-
ratus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service person-
nel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS!
PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE
OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
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Trademark and License Information
Trademark and License Information
Trademark Logo License Information
AirPlay®, the AirPlay logo, iPhone®, iPod®, iPod clas-
sic®, iPod nano®, iPod shufe®, iPod touch® and iPad®
are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
and other countries.
“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that
an electronic accessory has been designed to connect
specically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and
has been certied by the developer to meet Apple
performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
device or its compliance with safety and regulatory
standards. Please note that the use of this accessory
with iPod, or iPhone, may affect wireless performance.
AirPlay, the AirPlay logo, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod
classic, iPod nano, iPod shufe and iPod touch are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries.
•Individual users are permitted to use iPhone, iPod,
iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shufe, and iPod touch
for private copy and playback of non-copyrighted
contents and contents whose copy and playback
is permitted by law. Copyright infringement is
prohibited by law.
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certication
mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
The McIntosh McAire incorporates copyright pro-
tected technology that is protected by U.S. patents and
a) User Information acc. to FCC15.21 as following:
Changes or modications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
b) Statement for Class B digital device acc. to FCC
15.105 as following:
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class A/B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to pro-
vide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruc-
tions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or televi-
sion reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
—Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/ TV technician for help.
FCC INFORMATION (For US Customers)
other intellectual property rights. The McAire uses the
following Technologies:
The device must be kept more than 20 cm from all
persons.
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Your decision to own this McIntosh McAire Inte-
grated Audio System ranks you at the very top among
discriminating music listeners. You now have “The
Best.” The McIntosh dedication to “Quality,” is as-
surance 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 pos-
sible with all the features and functions of your new
McIntosh.
Safety Instructions ...................................................... 2
Trademarks and License Information ......................... 3
Thank You and Please Take a Moment ....................... 4
Technical Assistance and Customer Service .............. 4
Table of Contents ........................................................ 4
General Information ................................................... 5
Connector and Cable Information .............................. 5
Introduction ................................................................. 5
Performance Features ................................................. 5
Dimensions ..............................................................6-7
Installation .................................................................. 8
Rear Panel Connections .............................................. 9
Connections
Connecting the McAire ....................................... 10-11
Remote Control
Remote Control Push-buttons ................................... 12
How to use the Remote Control ................................ 13
Front Panel Functions
Front Panel Displays, Controls, and
Push-button ............................................................... 14
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 2012 © by McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
Setup Mode
How to Setup the McAire for AirPlay
and a Network Connection ................................ 15-19
Operation
How to Operate the McAire................................. 20-21
Additional Information
Specifications ............................................................ 22
Packing Instructions ................................................. 23
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1. For additional connection information, refer to the
owner’s manual(s) for any component(s) connected
to the McAire Integrated Audio System.
2. The Main AC Power going to the McAire should
not be applied until instructed to do so. Failure
to do so could result in malfunctioning of normal
operations. When the McAire and other McIntosh
Components are in their Standby Power Off Mode,
the Microprocessor’s Circuitry inside each com-
ponent is active and communication is occurring
between them.
3. Sound Intensity is measured in units called Deci-
bels and “dB” is the abbreviation.
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. Periodically, check the McIntosh Web Site at www.
mcintoshlabs.com for the latest information on the
McAire and other McIntosh Products.
6. The Remote Control Supplied with the McAire In-
tegrated Audio System is capable of operating other
McIntosh Components thru the Data Port.
7. The McAire is compatible with the following Apple
Mobile Devices with the latest version of the Apple
OS Software installed:
AirPlay Connection or USB Connection
iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPhone 4S
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
General Information
Power Control Connector
The McAire Power Control Output Jack sends a Power
On/Off Signal (12V) when connect-
ed to other McIntosh Components.
A 1/8 inch stereo mini phone plug
is used for connection to the Power
Control Output on the McAire.
Data Output
The McAire Data Out sends Remote
Control Signals to McIntosh Source
Components. A 1/8 inch stereo mini
phone plug is used for connection.
Connector and Cable Information
Power
Control
Ground
N/C
General Information, Connector Information, Introduction and Performance Features
Now you can take advantage of traditional McIntosh
standards of excellence in the McAire Integrated
Audio System.
The McAire provides superior spaciousness sound
reproduction with unusual sound stage depth. The
McIntosh Sound is “The Sound of the Music Itself.”
Introduction
Performance Features
• Illuminated Output Level Meters
The Illuminated Peak Responding Output Level
Meters on the McAire are calibrated in Decibels and
respond to 95% of a full scale reading to a single cycle
tone burst at 2,000 Hz signal.
IR Data
Control
Ground
N/C
• AirPlay®
Listen to music from an iPod or iPhone thru wireless
or wired home networks.
• Amplifier with Multiple Inputs
The McAire accommodates Multiple Inputs. This
includes a (Wireless [AirPlay] or Wired) Network De-
vice, a mobile device with an USB Cable Connection
or an Analog Source Component. The Amplifier uses
noiseless and reliable Electronic Input Switching and
is designed to drive the built-in McIntosh Loudspeak-
ers to a high level of performance.
• Power Control and Data Port
The Power Control Output connection provides conve-
nient Turn-On/Off of McIntosh Source Components.
The Data Port allows for basic control of McIntosh
Source Components.
• Remote Control
The Custom Designed Remote Control provides con-
trol of McAire Functions and basic control of Source
Components connected to the McAire System.
• Integrated Loudspeaker Design
The McAire Integrated Loudspeaker Design incor-
porates separate Woofers, Midranges, Tweeters and
Crossover Networks in a custom designed enclosure.
The Loudspeaker Drivers together with built-in pas-
sive and active DSP Equalization achieves a level of
sonic performance usually associated with a much
larger component.
• Fiber Optic Solid State Front Panel Illumination
The even illumination of the glass Front Panel is ac-
complished by the combination of custom designed
Fiber Optic Light Diffusers and extra long life Light
Emitting Diodes (LEDs).
AirPlay Connection only USB Connection only
iPad iPod classic
iPad 2 iPod nano (6th generation)
iPad New iPod nano (5th generation)
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Dimensions
The following dimensions can assist in determining
the best location for your McAire.
Front View of the McAire
Rear View of the McAire
19-3/8"
49.2cm
Side View of the McAire
6-1/4"
15.9cm
12-15/16"
32.8cm
8"
20.3cm
Secondary Low Frequency
Acoustic Openings
Note: For proper Low Frequency
Performance do not block
the Acoustic Opening.
14-7/16"
36.7cm
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Dimensions
Front and Inside View of the McAire with the Loudspeaker
Grilles removed and the internal Woofers shown
Bottom View of the McAire
Primary Low Frequency
Acoustic Opening
Note: For proper Low Frequency
Performance do not block
the Acoustic Opening,
remove or change the four
feet on the bottom of the
McAire.
Foot
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Dimensions and Installation
The McAire is designed to be placed upright on a table
or shelf with a reflective surface. For proper Low Fre-
quency performance do not block the Acoustic Open-
ing, remove or change the four feet on the bottom of
the McAire. Refer to the illustration on the previous
page for additional information. The ventilation re-
quirements are as illustrated on this page.
Always provide adequate ventilation for your
McAire. Cool operation ensures the longest possible
operating life for any electronic instrument. Do not
install the McAire directly above a heat generating
device. Allow at least 6 inches (15.24cm) above the
top, 7/16 inches (1.11cm) below the bottom, 1 inch
(2.54cm) on each side of the McAire so that airflow is
not obstructed.
Also allow 17 inches (43.18cm) of depth so that
airflow is not obstructed and proper Low Frequency
performance is achieved.
Installation
McAire Side View
McAire Front View
6"
15.24cm
17"
43.2cm
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Rear Panel Connections
PWR CTRL (Power Control) OUTput sends
a turn-on signal to a McIntosh Component
when the McAire is On
Connect the McAire power cord to a live AC
outlet. Refer to information on the back panel of
your McAire to determine the correct voltage for
your unit
AUX AUDIO INput accepts high
level program source signals
WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) ANTENNA
for receiving AirPlay and WiFi signals
NETWORK Connector for connecting the
McAire to a Broadband Ethernet Network
iPOD/USB input for wired connnection
to an iPod or iPhone mobile device
AUX DATA OUT sends control signals to a compatible
source component allowing remote control operation
RESET restores the McAire
to factory default settings
MAC ADDRESS is the unique Network
Identification Number for this McAire unit
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For proper wireless connectivity with the Wireless
Network Router, it is important install the supplied
WiFi Signal Antenna to the McAire. Follow the steps
below:
1. Locate the supplied WiFi Antenna, AC Cord and
Remote Control in the Accessory Pack Sleeves
from the McAire inner carton. Refer to page 23 in
this Owner’s Manual.
2. Referring to figure A, carefully line up the ma-
chine threads of
the WLAN Con-
nector, located
on the Rear Panel
of the McAire,
with the knurled
end of the WiFi
Antenna internal
machine threads.
3. Slowly rotate
the knurled end
of the Antenna
clockwise onto
the WLAN Con-
nector (if you feel any resistance stop and remove
the Antenna and repeat step 2). Finger tighten
until it feels snug (about 4 turns).
4. Refer to figure B, grasp the Antenna at the hinge
point and rotate the
Antenna to a vertical
position.
Note: When
rotating the
Antenna it
is advisable
to go in a
clockwise direction.
5. Proceed to “Connecting the McAire”.
Wired Connection for Apple Mobile Device:
1. Using the Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable
supplied with Apple iPod or iPhone, attach the
Dock Connector to the bottom of the mobile
device and connect the USB Plug in the iPod/USB
input on the Rear Panel of the McAire.
Network Connections:
2. Using a CAT 5/6 Ethernet Cable, connect the
cable from the Router to the NETWORK connec-
tor on the Rear Panel of the McAire.
3. Optionally, Connect another CAT 5/6 Ethernet
Cable from the Computer (Network Connector) to
the Router.
Note: For additional information on Networks and
Network Connections refer to the documenta-
tion supplied with the Router and Computer.
Optional Component Connections:
4. Connect a Control Cable from the Tuner (or Disc
Player) Control Out jack to the McAire PWR
CTRL (Power Control) OUT Jack.
5. Connect a Control Cable from the McAire AUX
DATA OUT Jack to the Tuner (or Disc Player)
Data In jack.
6. Connect an Audio Cable from the McAire AUX
AUDIO IN Jacks to the Tuner (or Disc Player)
Fixed Audio Output Unbalanced Jacks.
AC Power Cords Connections:
7. Connect the optional components’ AC Power Cord
to a live AC outlet as illustrated.
Connecting the McAire
Caution: The supplied AC Power Cord should not
be connected to the Rear Panel of the
McAire Integrated Audio System until
instructed to do so.
McAire’s built-in WiFi (wireless connectivity) pro-
vides fast access to your music stored on a compatible
Apple Mobile Device via Apple’s AirPlay Technology.
Note: The McAire requires use of a Network Wire-
less Router for Apple’s AirPlay Operation.
The McAire also provides for a direct wired con-
nection to compatible Apple’s Mobile Devices via the
USB Input. A computer attached via a Network Router
(as part of a home network) to the McAire Rear Panel
NETWORK connector, provides streaming of music
via the iTunes Program1. A Stereo Analog Input is
also located on the Rear Panel of the McAire allowing
connection of source components such as Tuners and
Disc Players. Associated with the Stereo Analog Input
is McIntosh’s Power Control and Data Port Connec-
tions. They provide the ability to automatically switch
power On/Off to a McIntosh Source Component and
to control the basic operation of component function
via the supplied McAire Remote Control.
These connection instructions together with the
Connection Diagram on the next page is an example
of optional connections to the McAire Audio System.
Your McAire connections may vary from this, how-
ever the actual components would be connected in a
similar manner. For additional information refer to
“Connector and Cable Information” on page 5.
1 The iTunes Program for use on a PC Computer or Ma-
cintosh Computer is available for download from the
Apple Web Site at http://www.apple.com.
Connecting the Antenna
Figure A
Hinge Point
Figure B