McIntosh Laboratory MCAIRE001 AV Product with WLAN User Manual part 3

McIntosh Laboratory Inc AV Product with WLAN part 3

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User Manual part 3

169. Activate the Apple Mobile Device and select the Settings Icon. Refer to figure 7.10. From the Settings Menu select the Wi-Fi Icon. Refer to figure 8.11. From the “Choose a Network” options select the MAC Ad-dress of the Network Router (same address as selected in step 5). Refer to figure 9. Touch the “Your Router” a second time to activate the wire-less connection and a check mark will appear to the left of the MAC Address or the unique name of the Router. Refer to figure 10.12. Return to the main screen and select the Music Icon. Refer to figure 7.13. Select the desired music for listening (in this example “ABBA Gold” is chosen). Refer to f igure 11.14. Touch the ►Icon to start playback of the music followed by touching the Icon (Apple AirPlay). Refer to figure 11.15. Referring to figure 12 select the McAire-_ _ _ _ _ _ touch button.Within about five seconds the Apple Mobile Device internal speaker will switch Off and sound will now be comming from the McIntosh McAire through the AirPlay Wireless Connection. 4. Press the ENTER on the keyboard. After sev-eral minutes the McIntosh McAire Setup Screen will appear in the web browser window. Refer to figure 3.5. Referring to figure 3, select “Your Router” (MAC Address) from the choices appearing in the SSID pull down window. Refer to figure 4.Note: The Router is identified by the MAC Address (unique number for each Router) and is on a label usually located on the Router. If you assigned a unique name to indentify the Router, please select the name instead of the MAC Address.6. Press the APPLY button On-Screen to accept the desired Router. Refer to figure 4.7. Referring to figure 5, press the OK button On-Screen to continue.8. Referring to figure 6, press the OK button On-Screen and disconnect the RJ45 network cable between the Network Router and the McAire. Method Number 1, con’tFigure 5 Figure 6Figure 7Figure 8 Figure 9Figure 10Figure 4Figure 3
17a label usually located on the Router. If you assigned a unique name to indentify the Router, please select that name instead of the MAC Address.9. Touch the Done button On-Screen to accept the desired Router. Refer to figure 16.How to Setup the McAire for AirPlay and a Network, con’tFigure 12Fig u re 11Method Number 2Unlike Setup Method #1, this method uses the McAire (instead of a computer) to establish communications with a Wireless Router using your Apple Mobile De-vice. After setup up is completed, a Wireless Router will still be needed to stream music from your Apple Mobile Device to the McAire via AirPlay. Perform the following setup steps:1. Switch power On to Router and after it has booted up, then switch power On to the Computer and McAire.Note: If the McAire had been previously setup and/or been in use for some time, it is important to first reset the McAire to factory default settings before proceeding. Refer to page 21 on how to reset the McAire.2. Using the INPUT Control on the Front Panel of the McAire, select the NET (Network) Input on the McAire.Note: It is normal for the NET indicating LED to change from magenta in color to an alter-nating flashing green color during the time a network connection is trying to be estab-lished.3. Activate the Apple Mobile Device and select the Settings Icon. Refer to figure 7 on page 16.4. From the Settings Menu select the Wi-Fi Icon. Refer to figures 8 and 9 on page 16.5. After about 60 seconds the Apple Mobile Device Wi-Fi Networks Menu will indicate “McAire_Setup_7...”. Refer to figure 13.6. Referring to figure 7 launch the Safari WEB Browser and type in on the ad-dress line the follow-ing: http://mcaire- _ _ _ _ _ _.local/Note: This McAire is identified by the MAC Address (unique number for each McAire) and is located on the Rear Panel of the McAire. Insert the MAC Address of this unit into the address line above where the six blank spaces are.7. Touch the “Enter Key” on the On-Screen key-board. After several minutes the McIntosh McAire Setup Screen will appear in the web browser window. Refer to figure 14.8. Referring to figure 14, from the choices appear-ing in the SSID pull down window select “Your Router” (MAC Address). Refer to figures 15 and 16.Note: The Router is identified by the MAC Address (unique number for each Router) and is on Figure 13Figure 14Figure 15Figure 16
18example “ABBA Gold” is chosen). Refer to figure 20.15. Touch the ►Icon to start playback of the music followed by touching Icon (Apple AirPlay). Refer to figure 20.16. Referring to figure 21 select the McAire-_ _ _ _ _ _ touch button.10. Referring to figure 17, touch the APPLY button On-Screen to continue.11. From the Settings Menu select the Wi-Fi Icon. Refer to figure 18A.12. From the “Choose a Network” options select the MAC Ad-dress of the Network Router (same address as selected in step 8 on page 17). Refer to figure 18B.Touch the “Your Router” a second time to activate the wireless connection and a check mark will appear to the left of the MAC Ad-dress or unique Router name. Refer to figure 18B.13. Return to the main screen and select the Music Icon. Refer to figure 19.14. Select the desired music for listening (in this Method Number 2, con’tFigure 21Figure 20Figure 18B Figure 19Fig ure 17Figure 18AWithin about five seconds the Apple Mobile Device internal speaker will switch Off and sound will now becoming from the McIntosh McAire through the AirPlay Wireless Connection.
19How to Setup the McAire for AirPlay and a Network, con’tMethod Number 3This method uses the McAire, your Apple Mobile Device and Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable. Perform the following setup steps:1. Switch power On to the Router and locate the MAC Address (on a label usually located on the Router) or the unique Router name as it will be needed in step 4.2. Activate the Apple Mobile Device and select the Settings Icon. Refer to figure 19 on page 18.3. From the Settings Menu select the Wi-Fi Icon. Refer to figure 18A on page 18.4. From the “Choose a Network” options select the MAC Address or the unique name of the Network Router. Refer to figure 18B. Note: It might be necesssary to touch the “Your Router” menu selection a second time to activate the wireless connection if a check mark doesn’t appear to the left of the MAC Address or the unique Router name.5. Switch power On to the McAire.6. Using the INPUT Control on the Front Panel of the McAire, select the USB Input on the McAire. 7. Using the McAire Remote Control enter the Net-work Setup Mode by press the following push-button sequence: A: The ▲ push-button. B: The ► push-button. C: The ▼ push-button. D: The ◄ push-button.Figure 22Looking at your Apple Mobile Device Screen a window will appear asking to share Wi-Fi Set-tings. Refer to figure 22.8. Touch the ALLOW On-Screen Button and when the McAire switches to the NET Input with a steady magenta indicating LED, remove the Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable from the Apple Mobile Device.9. Select the Music Icon from the main screen of the Apple Mobile Device. Refer to figure 19.10. Select the desired music for listening (in this example “ABBA Gold” is chosen). Refer to figure 20.11. Touch the ►Icon to start playback of the music followed by touching the Icon (Apple Air-Play). Refer to figure 20.12. Referring to figure 21 select the McAire-_ _ _ _ _ _ touch button.Within about five seconds the Apple Mobile Device internal speaker will switch Off and sound will now becoming from the McIntosh McAire through the AirPlay Wireless Connection.
20has stopped playing when the McAire is set to either the NET or USB Input.4. By pressing and holding in the ON/STAND-BY Push-button for 5 seconds, the McAire will go into STANDBY Mode (it will consume less power, however when switched back On the Network Connections will take slightly longer to re-establish).Standby Indicator Color Operation ModeRed Standby (Factory Default)Orange Sleep ModeSource SelectionTo select the desired audio source, rotate the INPUT Control clockwise/counterclockwise or press the → (Input) Push-button on the Remote Control to select the desired source. Refer to figures 30 and 37.McAire InputsMusic Source Indicator ColorNET - Apple Mobile Device Magenta(also Green or Light Blue during Setup Mode)NET - iTunes over the NetworkUSB - Cable connection to an iPod or iPhone BlueAUX - Optional Source such as a McIntosh Tuner GreenHow to Operate the McAireYour McIntosh McAire is factory configured for immediate enjoyment of superb audio from an iPod Touch or iPhone (Mobile Device). Just connect it to the McAire iPod/USB Rear Panel Connector using the Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable.If you wish to make an AirPlay wireless connec-tion between the Mobile Device and the McAire, please refer to “How to Setup the McAire” on page 15 for additional information.Power OnPress the ON/STANDBY Push-button on the Front Panel of the McAire or press the Power Push-but-ton on the Remote Control to switch On the McAire. Refer to figures 30 and 37. Notes: 1. With the McAire in the Standby Mode and when an Apple Mobile Device is connected to the iPod/USB Input, the McAire will auto-matically switch On.2. An optional Source Component will also switch On/Off with the McAire, such as a McIntosh Tuner, when there is a Power Con-trol Connection made between the units.3. The McAire will automatically switch OFF approximately 30 minutes after the music Note: The Apple Mobile Device will pause the cur-rent track playing when switching to another Input Source on the McAire.Volume ControlTo increase the Volume, rotate the Front Panel VOL-UME Control clockwise and release the control when the desired listening level has been reached. To decrease the Volume, rotate the Front Panel VOLUME Control counterclockwise and release the control when the desired listening level has been reached. Refer to figure 30.The listening level may also be changed by press-ing the + or - Push-buttons on the McAire Remote Control. Refer to figure 32.Note: The White LED Indicator, located to the left of the Front Panel Volume Control, flashes rapidly when the minimum or maximum volume level setting is reached. The LED stays On continu-ously while the volume level is being changed.MutePress the Mute Push-button on the Remote Control to Mute the sound. The White Volume LED Indicator will flash slowly while the McAire is muted.Pressing the Mute Push-button a second time or adjusting the Volume (either the Front Panel Volume Control or Volume Push-buttons on the Remote Con-trol) un-mutes the McAire.Output Level MetersThe McAire Output Level Meters indicate the relative output level in Decibels. Refer to figure 31. The meters respond to the peaks contained in the musical information being reproduced by the McAire. Fig ure 31Figure 30
211. Switch On the McAire.2. Launch iTunes and click the AirPlay icon dis-played in the lower right of the window and then select McAire from the list. Refer to figure 34.3. Choose a song and click play in iTunes. The music will stream to the McAire.4. Click the AirPlay Icon in iTunes and then select “Multiple Speak-ers” from the list. Refer to figure 35.5. From the list ap-pearing in iTunes select McAire.To control music playback from iTunes using the McAire Remote Control perform the following:6. With iTunes running, select “Edit”, then “Prefer-ences”. Refer to figure 36.7. Select the “Devices” icon, then check “Al-low iTunes audio control from remote speakers”.Notes: 1. The McAire will switch to the “NET” Input when AirPlay playback is started.2. The screen may differ depending on the OS and software versions.3. For information about how to use iTunes, click on Help.Reset of MicroprocessorsIn the unlikely event the controls of the McAire stop functioning, the internal microprocessors can be reset by performing the following:1. Disconnect the McAire AC Power Cord from the AC Power Outlet.2. Wait at least 30 seconds, then reconnect the McAire AC Power Cord to the AC Power Outlet.3. Press the Front Panel ON/STANDBY Push-button or the On/Off Push-button on the Remote Con-trol to resume listening.Resetting to Factory Default SettingsIf it becomes desirable to reset all of the McAire set-tings to the factory default values, perform the follow-ing steps:1. With the McAire On, press the RESET Push-button (recessed and located on the Rear Panel of the McAire) until the McAire switches Off and the Front Front Panel ON/STANDBY LED changes in color from Orange to Red.2. Press the ON/STANDBY Push-button and the McAire will resume operation.Streaming music from Apple Mobile DeviceTo stream music stored in the Apple Mobile Device directly to the McAire, perform the following:1. Touch the AirPlay Icon on the Music App. Refer to figure 32.2. From the list appearing on the Apple Mobile De-vice select the McAire. Refer to figure 33.Note: It might be necessary to change position of the McAire Antenna and/or Wireless Router to reduce possible WiFi Signal Drop Outs.Streaming Music from iTunes on your ComputerBefore proceeding, download and install the latest ver-sion of iTunes (version 10.6 or later) on the computer connected to the same network as the McAire. Also update your Apple Mobile Device to OS 5 or later.Note: Use the Apple Remote App for your Apple Mobile Device to control iTunes from any room in your home. The app is available as a free download from the App Store. The App does require a Wire-less Router to be part of the Computer Network.To steam music from iTunes on your computer to the McAire perform the following:How to Operate the McAireFigure 37AirPlay iconFigure 34Figure 32CancelMcAireFigure 33Figure 36Figure 35Master VolumeMultiple SpeakersMy ComputerThis ComputerMcAireAirPlay Device
22SpecificationsLoudspeaker Specifications General SpecificationsElectronic SpecificationsSystem Driver ComplementTwo 4 inch Woofers (dual acoustic ports)Two 2 inch Inverted Dome Midranges Two 3/4 inch Dome TweetersFrequency Response60Hz - 45kHzCrossover Frequency250Hz4,500HzEnclosure FinishHigh Gloss BlackGrille FinishBlack Knit ClothGrille AttachmentMagneticPower RequirementsField AC Voltage conversion of the McAire is not possible. The McAire is factory configured for one of the following AC Voltages:100V ~ 50/60Hz at 25 watts110V ~ 50/60Hz at 25 watts120V ~ 50/60Hz at 25 watts220V ~ 50/60Hz at 25 watts230V ~ 50/60Hz at 25 watts240V ~ 50/60Hz at 25 wattsStandby: Less than 0.5 wattNote: Refer to the rear panel of the McAire for the cor-rect voltage.Overall DimensionsWidth is 19-3/8 inches (49.2cm)Height is 8 inches (20.3cm) including antenna in the vertical positionDepth is 17 inches (43.2cm) including connectors and antennaWeight31 pounds (14 Kg) net, 44 pounds (19.9 Kg) in ship-ping cartonShipping Carton DimensionsWidth is 27-3/8 inches (69.5cm)Height is 19-1/8 inches (48.6cm)Depth is 10-1/4 inches (26cm)Network InputWired RJ45, 10/100 Base-TWireless 802.11, WPAApple AirPlayUSB InputType A Connector with Host ModeMusic Streaming1Amp Charging for iPhone and iPodAUX InputInput Sensitivity - 200mVRMS nominalMaximum Input Signal - 2.2VRMSStereo RCA ConnectorsThe McAire is compatible with the following Apple Mobile Devices with the latest version of the Apple OS Software installed:AirPlay Connection or USB ConnectioniPod touch (4th generation)iPod touch (3rd generation)iPhone 4SiPhone 4iPhone 3GSAirPlay Connection only USB Connection onlyiPad iPod classiciPad 2 iPod nano (6th generation)iPad New iPod nano (5th generation)
23In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as shown below. 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. If a shipping carton or any of the interior part(s) are needed, please call or write Customer Service Depart-ment of McIntosh Laboratory. Refer to page 4. Please see the Part List for the correct part numbers.Packing InstructionsQuantity Part Number Description1 03454000 Shipping Carton8 03454100 Foam Corner Caps1 03454200 Inside Carton2 03454300 Foam End Caps2 03454400 Accessory Pack Sleeve1 03362600 Plastic Protective cover1 310505SP Fabric Protective coverPacking InstructionsACCESSORYPACKSLEEVESHIPPINGCARTONINSIDECARTONFOAMENDCAPFOAMENDCAPPLASTICPROTECTIVECOVERFABRICPROTECTIVECOVERFOAMCORNERCAPSFOAMCORNERCAPSACCESSORYPACKSLEEVE
The continuous improvement of its products is the policy of McIntosh Laboratory Incorporated who reserve the right to improve design without notice.Printed in the U.S.A.McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.2 Chambers StreetBinghamton, NY 13903www.mcintoshlabs.comMcIntosh Part No. 04131800

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