McIntosh XR200 loudspeaker
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1. A Se Ae e Neodymium Iron Boron Alloy Magnets AU A The 12 two inch Midranges and 7 three quarter inch Dome er Tweeters all use this Alloy The Neodymium Iron Boron Alloy has the highest flux density per unit of volume This allows for a smaller physcial size driver and thus closer driver to driver placement for improved driver dispersion e Low Harmonic and Intermodulation Distortion The XR200 Loudspeaker System is capable of reproducing the full dynamic range of a symphony orchestra with very low audible distortion of any kind 25 4052 310 27 LH OINNAE e Large Low Frequency Port The XR200 Loudspeaker System utilizes a large 4 inch diameter port to increase bass output reduce distortion and improve the overall efficiency of the Loudspeaker mE e High Power Handling i DINNHA NAN The Loudspeaker Elements and Crossover Components of the XR200 are all chosen for use with amplifiers up to 600 watts e Superior Imaging Locating the Tweeters between the two rows of Midranges generates a symmetrical horizontal polar response for superior imaging Nil e Versatile Operation and Placement In addition to the regular connections the XR200 Loud speaker System provides separate connections for Bi Amplification and Tri Amplification hookups as well as Bi Wiring and Tri Wiring SINNED ZOT AOSZ 40 89 LW 401 A032 JriODT Ih JINNA TTT Ii e Loudspeaker Enclosure The XR200 Loudspeaker enclosure2. Loudspeaker System XR200 Owner s Manual McIntosh Laboratory Inc 2 Chambers Street Binghamton New York 13903 2699 Phone 607 723 3512 www mcintoshlabs com WARNING TO REDUCE RISK OF 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 FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT Read these instructions 12 Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a non abrasive dry soft cloth Install in accordance with the manufacturer s 13 instructions 8 This Loudspeaker is capable of producing extremely high sound pressure levels even when connected to amplifiers of moderate Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing 1s required when the apparatus 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 Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids such as vases are placed on the equipment WARNING When this Loudspeaker is ITATURBRWN RH 14 power output User c
3. 3 ID OCC LO ee ee 4 Performance Features cases endende 5 PENSION AA APR 6 7 aa 8 How to Connect using a single Amplifier 9 How to Connect using two Amplifiers 10 11 How to Connect using three Amplifiers 12 13 DPI CH ON ee E E 14 Packing Instruction ee 15 General Information Caution The XR200 weight is 113 pounds 51 3kg It requires two or more persons to safely handle the Loudspeaker System 1 Loudspeaker Cables of adequate size are important to ensure that there will be no significant power loss or heating Cable size is specified in Gauge numbers or AWG American Wire Gauge The smaller the Gauge number the larger the wire size If the Loudspeaker Cables are 50 feet 38 1m or less use at least 12 Gauge AWG wire size or larger If the Loudspeaker Cables are 100 feet 76 2m or less use at least 10 Gauge AWG wire size or larger 2 For additional connection information refer to the owner s manual s for any component s connected to the XR200 Loudspeaker 3 The XR200 s built in speaker protection incorporates three automatic resetting solid state devices in the crossover net works One protects the tweeters one for the midranges and one for the woofers The protection allows a certain amount of overdrive but extended periods will trigger protection If an obvious lack of high mid or low frequencies is noticed the Protection Device may have activat
4. Figure 14 ltIntosh xreoo LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM COM 8 2 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XR200 LOW Frequency COM Binding Post to the Left Channel COM Binding Post of the Power Amplifier Notes 1 It is important to maintain the correct polarity at both ends of the Loudspeaker cables 2 For proper operation the metal jumpers must be installed between the Loudspeaker Terminal Posts as illustrated 3 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XR200 LOW apa Frequency 8Q Binding Post to the Left Channel 8 ohm Binding Post of the Power Amplifier 1 4 In a similar manner connect the second XR200 Loud Jumpers T 5 G speaker to the Power Amplifier Right Channel Binding Posts 4 Tighten all ofthe Loudspeaker and Amplifier Binding Sa Posts How to Connect using two Amplifiers aa Caution The AC Power Cord should not be connected to the Power Amplifier until after the Loudspeaker Con nections have been made Failure to observe this could result in Electric Shock 1 Prepare Loudspeaker cables by choosing one of the methods below Bare wire cable ends Carefully remove sufficient insulation from the cable ends refer to figures 9 10 amp 11 If the cable is stranded carefully twist the strands together as tightly as possible 4 0 5 inches 12 7mm Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Note If desired the twisted ends can be tinned with solder to keep the strands toge
5. installer An uncompromising installation would take into consideration the floor wall and ceiling coverings the type and placement of furniture and can even include the architectural design of the room and its construction ma terials In those instances where placement in the room is fixed an enviromental equalizer may be needed to restore proper musical balance Placement near a wall corner floor ceiling or any intersecting surfaces will reinforce or diminish some bass frequencies The bass frequencies that are altered by place ment in a particular location 1s dependent on the dimen sions of the room If professional measurement equipment is not available listen to the Loudspeaker Try various locations by listening to music containing continuous bass and finding a location where there is an over all musical balance in the sound and the bass content does not pre dominate The XR200 s Smooth Frequency Response may be al tered by a large object s located in the sound waves path or by locating the Loudspeaker too close to a side wall There should be an unobstructed area in front of the Loudspeak er of at least 30 degrees either side from the center axis for the best perfor mance Refer to figure 1 Figure 1 Locating Loudspeakers for use in Home Theater In a Home Theater application the placement of Left and Right Front Loudspeakers can be limited RIGHT FRONT by such consid eration
6. is 16 inches 40 6cm Weight 113 pounds 51 3 kg net 137 pounds 62 3kg in shipping carton Shipping Carton Dimensions Width is 57 9 16 inches 146 20cm Depth is 24 inches 60 96cm Height is 21 11 16 inches 55 10cm Packing Instructions In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment the equipment must be packed exactly as shown below To protect the finish of the Loudspeaker it is advis able to place it in the original protective cotton blue cover before placing it into the shipping carton 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 Department of McIntosh Labo ratory Please see the Part List for the correct part numbers TOP END FOAM CAP CENTER SUPPORT CENTER SUPPORT FOAM BOTTOM SHIPPING CARTON Quantity 1 l 1 1 1 1 Part Number 034448 034449 034450 034451 034452 034462 Packing Instructions Description Top shipping carton Bottom shipping carton Top end foam cap Bottom end foam cap Center support foam Blue Protective cloth cover TOP SHIPPING CARTON BLUE PROTECTIVE CLOTH COVER BOTTOM END FOAM CAP 15 McIntosh Laboratory Inc 2 Chambers Street Binghamton NY 13903 www mcintoshlabs com The continuous improvement of its products is the policy of McIntosh Laboratory Incorporated
7. is constructed with non parallel internal sides to reduce internal standing waves and is given a High Gloss Black Piano Type Finish Figure 8 e Gold Plated Input Connectors The XR200 input connectors are gold plated for superior corrosion resistance and high electrical conductivity Me Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your XR200 Loudspeaker System Front View of the Side View of the Rear View of the XR200 XR200 XR200 Loudspeaker System Loudspeaker System Loudspeaker System 11 gt 12 5 16 8 1 2 27 9cm 31 3cm 21 6cm 51 7 8 131 8cm 2 5 1cm Melntosk 11 5 8 8 1 4 4 7 8 29 5cm 21 0cm 12 4cm 5 15 16 15 1cm 1 3 4 19 7cm 9 9 16 ppf ace 24 3cm Dimensions Front View of the XR200 Loudspeaker System 2 7132 5 6cm 37 718 29 114 96 2cm 74 3cm 37 5 8 95 6cm 18 3 4 47 6cm 4 Top End View of the XR200 Loudspeaker System 12 3 4 32 4cm 16 40 6cm 15 1 2 39 4cm Note If the base is removed for custom installation use four 1 4 20 3 4inch screws to plug the openings Me Installation Loudspeaker Placement Loudspeaker placement in aroom can greatly affect per formance The XR200 Loudspeaker is designed for both Music and Home Theater Systems The optimal method for selecting speaker locations includes the use of a real time spectrum analyzer operated by an experienced system
8. more persons to safely handle the Loudspeaker How to Connect using a single Amplifier How to Connect using a single Amplifier a ee ee ee ee Caution The AC Power Cord should not be connected to the Power Amplifier until after the Loudspeaker Con McIntosh Power Amplifier nections have been made Failure to observe this could result in Electric Shock o o 1 Prepare Loudspeaker cables by choosing one of the methods below ava NY Bare wire cable ends Carefully remove sufficient insulation from the cable ends refer to figures 9 10 amp 11 If the cable is stranded carefully twist the strands together as tightly as possible Eu AOOO OAO Tn o Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 EIIN EI al il T1 L E LEFT OUTPUT 4 MODE N 3 ia IN 8Q 4Q 2Q COM TE ray iat BONES S0 80HE STEREO L BABCED MONG po 4Q 22 col R MONO fi u Note If desired the twisted ends can be tinned with solder to keep the strands together or attach spade lugs Spade lug or prepared wire connection Insert the spade lug connector or prepared section of the cable end into the terminal side access hole and tighten the terminal cap until the cable is firmly clamped into the terminal so the wires cannot slip out Refer to figures 12 13 amp 14 Figure
9. of your new McIntosh Please Take A Moment 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 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 1545 Fax 607 724 0549 Customer Service St 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 Copyright 2008 by McIntosh Laboratory Inc Table of Contents Salely UTS OC UO ee ee 2 Thank You and Please Take a Moment 0 3 Technical Assistance and Customer Service 3 Table of Contents and General Information
10. M Binding nections have been made Failure to observe this Post of the Power Amplifier Output Three could result in Electric Shock 9 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XR200 HIGH Frequency 8Q Binding Post to the 8 ohm Binding Post of the Power Amplifier Output Three 10 Tighten all of the Loudspeaker and Amplifier Binding Posts 1 Prepare Loudspeaker cables by choosing one of the methods below Bare wire cable ends Carefully remove sufficient insulation from the cable ends refer to figures 9 10 amp 11 If the cable is stranded carefully twist the strands together as tightly as possible 4 0 5 inches 12 7mm tr Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Note If desired the twisted ends can be tinned with solder to keep the strands together or attach spade lugs Spade lug or prepared wire connection Insert the spade lug connector or prepared section of the cable end into the terminal side access hole and tighten the terminal cap until the cable s firmly clamped into the terminal so the wires cannot slip out Refer to figures 12 13 amp 14 Figure Figure 14 2 Remove all four metal jumpers between Loudspeaker Binding Posts 4 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XR200 LOW Frequency COM Binding Post to the COM Binding Post of the Power Amplifier Output One Note It is important to maintain the correct polarity at both ends of the Loudspeaker cables Connect a Loudspeaker cable f
11. aution is advised Kar protection is recommended when playing at high volumes as continued 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 sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 10 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer ll Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 15 connected to an amplifier that is Powered On the connection terminals may have hazardous live voltages present with a risk of electric shock CAUTION This Loudspeaker weighs 113 ounds 51 3 kgs It requires two or more persons to safely move the Loudspeaker Thank You E ee Your decision to own this McIntosh XR200 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 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 possible with all the features and functions
12. ed These devices will automatically reset when the volume level is reduced signifi cantly and kept low until the output of the affected Loud speaker Element returns to normal 4 When the XR200 Loudspeaker System is driven by more than one amplifier the output levels of the different ampli fiers connected to the Loudspeaker System must be adjusted to achieve a proper balance between the low midrange and high frequencies reproduced This adjustment is best achieved through the use of audio test equipment operated by a qualified installer 5 When discarding the unit comply with local rules or regulations Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance yg with the local regulations concerning battery disposal 6 For additional information on the XR200 and other Mcintosh Products please visit the McIntosh Web Site at www mcintoshlabs com Introduction McIntosh Acoustic Engineers have achieved in the de sign of the XR200 Loudspeaker System a level of high performance The XR200 provides superior spaciousness sound reproduction with unusual sound stage depth in a full range system It uses a new acoustic design technology know as Progressive Inductance Control PIC PIC permits the use of multiple Mid range and Tweeter Loudspeaker Drivers to increase the Dynamic Range of the Loudspeaker Sys tem without the otherwise nega tive Acoustic Combing Effects present in such a point source Lo
13. r Binding Posts McIntosh Power Amplifier number one WOA MON ambag cul Anymoqu yeoquiON noouavaH oma ysauja Aa cers voppeug AUALUGNSS ANANI UIIANIENV HIMOd ze LOSOW Ap e PRO UND Z 10 y G Um CH apam 009 ar N CI mm ee Cc O ZI NG Dr TO Nn How to Connect using two Amplifiers McIntosh Power Amplifier number two HEYUAN Ag 081815 uojspeud UIIANINV HIMOd S N UI OPS WOA MON uowefbuld oul LOSOW Ne AN S L uneaLancen Qu INUAL FOR EXACT SPECIFICATIONS AND l CONNECTION OPTIONS LD HP Pat No 5 151 943 i SERIAL NUMBER al Inc 2 Chambers Street Made in USA Jumper 3 A o D Ni 9 as wu st lt w A no Q oO J Q O Qu o x PE 4t a BE BE mc Jumper How to Connect using three Amplifiers aay Caution The AC Power Cord should not be connected to the 8 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XR200 HIGH Power Amplifier until after the Loudspeaker Con Frequency COM Binding Post to the CO
14. rom the XR200 LOW Frequency 8Q Binding Post to the 8 ohm Binding Post of the Power Amplifier Output One Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XR200 MID Frequency COM Binding Post to the COM Binding Post of the Power Amplifier Output Two 7 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XR200 MID 12 Frequency 8Q Binding Post to the 8 ohm Binding Post of the Power Amplifier Output Two How to Connect using three Amplifiers McIntosh Power Amplifier partial view 120V 4Q 4Q 50 60Hz 10A OUTPUT 3 4 OUTPUT 2 4 OUTPUT 1 4 CLASS 2 WIRING CLASS 2 WIRING CLASS 2 WIRING CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR Nelntosk xr200 LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM COM 8Q MANUAL FOR EXACT 00 Hi TOO x TOLO Mcintosh Laboratory Inc 2 Chambers Street Binghamton New York 13903 Made In USA 13 Specifications System Driver Complement Three 8 inch LD HP Woofers Twelve 2 inch Titanium Inverted Dome Midranges Seven 3 4 inch Titanium Dome Tweeters Impedance 8 ohms Nominal Frequency Response 20Hz 45kHz Sensitivity 86dB 2 83V 1m equivalent Crossover Frequencies 240Hz 1 900Hz Power Handling 600 Watts Maximum 14 Specifications General Specifications Finish Enclosure High Gloss Black Finish Grille Black Knit Cloth Overall Dimensions includes base and feet Height is 51 7 8 inches 131 8cm Width is 15 1 2 inches 39 4cm Depth
15. s as the s ze and loca tion of the video monitor The locating sugges tions in the for use n a Music System section below can still be helpful as a starting place Refer to figure 2 TV Monitor CENTER FRONT LEFT FRONT LEFT SURROUND LEFT REAR SURROUND RIGHT REAR SURROUND Figure 2 Locating Loudspeakers for use in a Music System When used in a Music System the distance between the Loudspeakers and the listener to the Loud speakers should form an equi laterial or an acute isosceles triangle If the speakers are too far apart relative to the listener some imaging can be lost Refer to figure 3 LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT BETWEEN SPEAKER DISTANCE LISTENER TO SPEAKER DISTANCE LIV LISTENER TO SPEAKER DISTANCE Figure 3 Unpacking the Loudspeaker To protect the fine finish of the XR200 Loudspeaker System during the installation process it is advisable to prepare a suitable adjustment area A freshly vacuumed carpeted area covered with a soft clean fabric such as a large bed linen or blanket would be suitable It is recommended that the Professionals at your McIn tosh Dealer who are skilled in all aspects of installation and operation install the XR200 Loudspeaker System and any associated audio equipment CAUTION This Loudspeaker weighs 113 pounds 51 3 kgs It requires two or
16. ther or attach spade lugs Spade lug or prepared wire connection Insert the spade lug connector or prepared section of the cable end into the terminal side access hole and tighten the terminal cap until the cable s firmly clamped into the terminal so the wires cannot slip out Refer to figures 12 13 amp 14 Figure Figure 14 2 Remove the metal jumper between the Loudspeaker LOW Frequency COM Binding Post and MID Fre quency COM Binding Post Remove the metal jumper between the Loudspeaker LOW Frequency 8Q Binding Post and MID Fre quency 8Q Binding Post 4 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XR200 LOW UI Frequency COM Binding Post to the COM Binding Post of the Power Amplifier number One Notes 1 It is important to maintain the correct polarity at both ends of the Loudspeaker cables 2 For proper operation the metal jumpers must be installed between the Loudspeaker Terminal Posts as illustrated 10 5 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XR200 LOW Frequency 8Q Binding Post to the 8 ohm Binding Post of the Power Amplifier number One Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XR200 MID Frequency COM Binding Post to the COM Binding Post of the Power Amplifier number Two 7 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XR200 MID Frequency 8Q Binding Post to the 8 ohm Binding Post of the Power Amplifier number Two Tighten all of the Loudspeaker and Amplifie
17. tion is incredible smoothness and clarity in the reproduction of the human voice The Crossover Network used in the XR200 Loud speaker System is designed to ensure an even frequency response over the entire audible range The Third Order Designed Network utilizes Capacitors and Inductors with high current capacity Refer to figures 6 7 and 8 There are two different types of low loss DCR Inductors in the network each one chosen not to exhibit any core satura tion even at high power levels This prevents the addition of distortion to the music at any frequency The Capaci tors used are the low loss ESR types The Network also utilizes self resetting high current PTC Fuses to provide an extra measure of protection The enclosure is an important part of the XR200 Loud speaker System It has multiple front to back and side to side internal braces to form a dampened rigid Loudspeaker enclosure The Loudspeaker s small footprint allows for a variety of different placements in a room Conventional um Figure 4 Without LD HP With LDHP Frequency Distortion Figure 5 Introduction and Performance Features Performance Features e Patented LD HP Technology The McIntosh Low Frequency 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
18. udspeaker design The XR200 utilizes multiple three quarter inch Titanium Dome Tweeters and two inch Midrange Inverted Titantum Dome Drivers Refer to figures and 2 Since the audio power 1s distributed among all the drivers each driver does not have to work as hard resulting in greater power handling capability dra matic reduction in distor tion and greater dynamic range The Low Frequency Section of the System consists of three newly designed eight inch Woofers They have a large magnet assembly and long cone excursions with very low levels of harmonic distortion and frequency response down to 20Hz Refer to figure 3 Figure 2 Figure 3 LD HP Pat No 5 151 943 4 The three Woofers incorporate McIntosh s Patented LD HP Magnetic Circuit Design Finite Element Analysis and testing resulted in a design concept which utilizes a pair of aluminum shorting sleeves in the magnetic circuit Refer to figure 4 The sleeves greatly reduce the negative influence of the fluctuating voice coil field on the perma nent magnet field This results in lower distortion due to more linear magnetic flux in the voice coil gap Refer to figure 5 Additional benefits are less volume compression due to improved heat transfer through the sleeves and a cooler operating voice coil Both measurements as well as critical listening reveal ten times less distortion than previous designs A good example of this low distor
19. who reserve the right to improve design without notice Printed in the U S A McIntosh Part No 04109300
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