McIntosh XCS1K loudspeaker
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1. Figure 10 Unpacking the Loudspeaker To protect the fine finish of the XCSIK Loudspeaker Sys tem during the assembly process it 1s advisable to prepare a suitable area A freshly vacuumed carpeted area covered with a soft clean fabric such as a large bed linen or blan ket would be suitable Start by unpacking the Loudspeaker It is recommended that the Professionals at your McIn tosh Dealer who are skilled in all aspects of installation and operation install the XCSIK Loudspeaker System and any associated audio equipment CAUTION The XCSIK Loudspeaker weighs 133 pounds 60 3 kes It requires two or more persons to safely handle during assembly adjustment and placement in the room 1 Orient the XCSIK shipping carton with the arrows on the outside of the carton pointing upward 2 Remove the banding material from the shipping carton Installation 3 Lift off the top of the shipping carton and set it aside 4 Remove the smaller inner carton labeled XCSIK Cradle 5 Open the inner carton remove the Cradle and place it in the final location of the XCSIK Loudspeaker Refer to figure 11 6 Remove the Top Foam from the Loudspeaker 7 Remove the Loudspeaker from the Bottom Foam 8 Remove the Blue Protective Cloth Cover from the Loud speaker Set the Loudspeaker and Cover aside on the previ ously prepared area Cradle Top View Figu2. Loudspeaker System XCS1K Owner s Manual McIntosh Laboratory Inc 2 Chambers Street Binghamton New York 13903 2699 Phone 607 723 3512 FAX 607 724 0549 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 is 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 OS tA E Gi 14 power output User c
3. 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 SHIPPING CARTON TOP FOAM BLUE PROTECTIVE CLOTH COVER X BOTTOM FOAM BOTTOM SHIPPING CARTON Quantity I l 2 I l l Part Number 034431 034432 034433 034430 034434 033085 Packing Instructions Description Top shipping carton Bottom shipping carton Top and bottom foam Blue Protective cloth cover Cradle carton Bubble pack BUBBLE CRADLE CARTON 15 McIntosh Laboratory Inc 2 Chambers Street Binghamton NY 13903 The continuous improvement of its products 1s the policy of McIntosh Laboratory Incorporated who reserve the right to improve design without notice Printed in the U S A McIntosh Part No 04107900
4. D MODE h sc CIRCUIT 120V v 50 60H BREAKER e 20 e e 40 e e 82 e 12 XMPS af OUTPUT 4 CLASS 3 WIRING Ce m AVIS neoucecuoceiecroue we iscuvam ES WARNING nskcortazarnousenenan acc t WaNTOSH LABORATORY INC NN GE E Most MC1 2KW POWER AMALIFIER e os AVIS enencie ELECTRIQUE DANGEREUSE VOIRLE CAHIER D INSTRUCTION Jumper MeIntosh xcsi wm LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM D o 0 LOW MD HIGH REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR EXACT SPECIFICATIONS AND COM CONNECTION OPTIONS LDIHP Pat No 5 151 943 9 9 9 ls Mclntosh Laboratory Inc CE e 2 Chambers Street Binghamton Now York 13903 Made in USA Jumper 11 Il How to Connect using three Amplifiers Caution The AC Power Cord should not be connected to the 8 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XCSIK HIGH Power Amplifier until after the Loudspeaker Con Frequency COM Binding Post to the Binding nections have been made Failure to observe this Post of the Power Amplifier number three could result in Electric Shock 9 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XCSIK HIGH l Frequency 8Q Binding Post to the 8 ohm Binding 1 Prepare Loudspeaker cables by choosing one of the Post of the Power Amplifier number three methods below 10 Tighten all of the Loudspeaker and Amplifier Binding Bare wire cable ends Posts Carefull
5. INPUT BALANCED IG MODE Il How to Connect using two Amplifiers c x A G H M f 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 15 16 amp 17 If the cable is stranded carefully twist the strands together as tightly as possible 4 0 5 inches 12 7mm E d Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 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 18 19 amp 20 Figure l Figure 20 Remove the metal jumper between the Loudspeaker LOW Frequency COM Binding Post and MID Fre quency COM Binding Post
6. Remove the metal jumper between the Loudspeaker LOW Frequency 8Q Binding Post and MID Fre quency 8Q Binding Post Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XCSIK LOW Frequency COM Binding Post to the 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 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XCSIK LOW Frequency 8Q Binding Post to the 8 ohm Binding Post of the Power Amplifier number one 6 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XCSIK MID Frequency COM Binding Post to the Binding Post of the Power Amplifier number two 7 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XCSIK MID Frequency 8Q Binding Post to the 8 ohm Binding Post of the Power Amplifier number two 8 Tighten all of the Loudspeaker and Amplifier Binding Posts McIntosh Power Amplifier number one N d CONTROL BALANCED JO MODE 12 AMPS How to Connect using two Amplifiers EU SSS McIntosh Power Amplifier number two I Oo POWER CONTROL Q P BALANCED INPUT BALANCED INPUT OUTPUT UNBALANCED INPUT UNBALANCED 7 INPUT BALANCED
7. cable ends Carefully remove sufficient insulation from the cable ends refer to figures 15 16 amp 17 If the cable is stranded carefully twist the strands together as tightly as possible 4 0 5 inches 12 7mm Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 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 18 19 amp 20 Jumpers FS SER MeIntost XCS1K LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM KCN NC 9 PE MD el i pd ubi NP Seo ee How to Connect using a single Amplifier Figure 19 Figure 20 2 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XCSIK LOW Frequency COM Binding Post to the 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 XCSIK LOW Frequency 8Q Binding Post to the 8 ohm Binding Post of the Power Amplifier 4 Tighten all of the Loudspeaker and Amplifier Binding Posts McIntosh Power Amplifier FTT EE E ES CONTROL UNBALANCED
8. ye lub iP ur Front View of the XCSIK A 45cm Midrange and High Frequency Horizontal Array 00000000000000 pO OCOOOQOQDQOOOOOQOQOOO 33 3cm 11 5 1 6 28 7cm 9 1 2 24 1cm 4 10 2cm Front View of the XCSIK Low eee Horizontal Array 11 5 16 28 cm 8 3 4 22 3cm Installation Location in the Room The XCSIK Loudspeaker is designed for use as a Center Channel in a Home Theater System The optimal method for selecting all the Loudspeaker Locations in a Home Theater System includes the use of a real time spectrum analyzer operated by an experienced system installer An uncompromising installation would take into consideration the floor wall and ceiling coverings the type and place ment of furniture and can even include the architectural design of the room and its construction materials In those instances where placement in the room is fixed an en vironmental equalizer may be needed to restore proper musical balance The XCSIK Loudspeaker s Smooth Frequency Re sponse may be altered by a large object s located in the path of the sound waves or by locating the Loudspeaker too close to a side wall There should be an unobstructed area in front of the XCSIK Loudspeaker on either side of the center axis for the best performance The optimum location in a Home Theater System is directly under or in front of the TV Monitor Refer to figures 9 and 10
9. Information 3 PiU E 4 Performance Peat feS uiu posee bep roe pase penes aea oec n din De aped 5 IR rte Ee EE 6 7 else 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 EE 14 ET tree e e EDU FAR e ERN DPI 15 General Information Caution The XCSIK weight is 133 pounds 60 5kg It re quires two or more persons to safely handle the Loudspeaker System 1 Loudspeaker Cables of adequate size are important to en sure that there will be no significant power loss or heating Cable size is specified in Gauge numbers or AWG Ameri can 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 XCSIK Loudspeaker 3 The XCSIK e built in speaker protection incorporates five automatic resetting solid state devices in the crossover networks One protects the tweeters one for the midranges and three for the woofers The protection allows a certain amount of overdrive but extended periods will trigger pro tection If an obvious lack of high mid or low fre
10. NERGY MAKE PROPER SPEAKER CONNECTIONS SEE OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE USING AVIS ENERGIE ELECTRIQUE DANGEREUSE VOIRLE CAHIER D INSTRUCTION CLASS 3 WIRING Mcintosh mc1 2kw POWER AMALIFIER McINTOSH LABORATORY INC BINGHAMTON NY 13903 MADE IN USA ce NUMER amp IltInfash xcsix LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM HEFEH TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR EXACT LOW MID HIGH SPECIFICATIONS AND COM CONNECTION OPTIONS LD HP Pat No CE X 2 Chambers Street Made in USA Mcintosh Laboratory Inc 13 Specifications System Driver Complement Two 10 inch LD HP Woofers Thirty Two 2 inch Titanium Inverted Dome Midranges Twenty 3 4 inch Titanium Dome Tweeters Impedance 8 ohms Nominal Frequency Response 16Hz 45kHz Sensitivity 86dB 2 8V 1m equivalent Crossover Frequencies 250Hz 1 500Hz Power Handling 1 200 Watts Maximum 14 Specifications General Specifications Finish Enclosures High Gloss Black Finish Grille Black Knit Cloth with High Gloss Black Trim Overall Dimensions Width is 39 1 4 inches 99 7cm Height is 21 inches 53 3cm Depth is 22 1 8 inches 56 2cm Weight 133 pounds 60 3 kg Loudspeaker net 15 pounds 6 8 kg Cradle net 178 pounds 80 7 kg in shipping carton Shipping Carton Dimensions Width is 28 inches 71 1cm Depth is 20 inches 50 8cm Height is 58 inches 147 3cm Packing Instructions EH In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for
11. a stable and focused sym metrical horizontal sound image Since the audio power fed to each row is distributed among all the drivers each driver does not have to work as hard resulting in greater power handling capa bility greatly reduced power compression and a dramatic reduction in distortion Figure 2A Figure 2B The Low Frequency Section of the System consists of two 10 inch Woofers They have a large magnet assembly and long cone excursions with very low levels of harmonic distortion and frequency response down to 16Hz Refer to figure 3 The Woofer also incorporates McIntosh s Pat ented LD HP Magnetic Circuit Design Finite Element LD HP Pat No 5 151 943 Analysis and testing resulted in a design con cept which utilizes a pair of aluminum shorting sleeves in the magnetic circuit Refer to figure 4 The sleeves virtually eliminate the negative influence of the fluctuat ing voice coil field on the permanent 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 dis tortion is incredible smoothness and clarity in the reproduction of the human voice The Cro
12. aution is advised Ear 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 11 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart 1s 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 When this Loudspeaker is assembled it weighs 133 pounds 60 3 kgs It requires two or more persons to safely move the Loudspeaker Thank You a n Your decision to own this McIntosh XCSIK 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 a
13. ier number two 7 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XCSIK MID Frequency 8Q Binding Post to the 8 ohm Binding Post of the Power Amplifier number two BINGHAMTON NY 13903 McIntosh mc1 2kw Pow How to Connect using three Amplifiers McIntosh Power Amplifier number two McIntosh Power Amplifier number three e Ou N o e E POWER POWER CONTROL CONTROL O Q BALANCED BALANCED INPUT INPUT BALANCED BALANCED INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT UNBALANCED UNBALANCED INPUT INPUT UNBALANCED INPUT UNBALANCED INPUT BALANCED O MODE BALANCED ICI MODE CIRCUIT DUET 1 e 22 o 40 o Q e CIRCUIT AME BREAKER 12 AMPS BREAKER o RQR o 49 86 o 8 e 12AMPS OUTPUT 4 OUTPUT 4 AVIS risque ve CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR WARNING Risk OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY MAKE PROPER SPEAKER CONNECTIONS SEE OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE USING AVIS ENERGIE ELECTRIQUE DANGEREUSE VOIR LE CAHIER D INSTRUCTION McIntosh MC1 2KW POWER AMALIFIER CLASS 3 WIRING ce SERIAL NUMBER McINTOSH LABORATORY INC BINGHAMTON NY 13903 MADE IN USA AVIS RISQUE DE cHoc ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR WARNING Risk OF HAZARDOUS E
14. ll the features and functions 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 rrr cue cl ut UU est 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 O by McIntosh Laboratory Inc Table of Contents SE E EE 2 Thank You and Please Take a Moment 3 Technical Assistance and Customer Service 3 Table of Contents and General
15. modulation Distortion The XCSIK Loudspeaker System is capable of reproducing the full dynamic range of a symphony orchestra with very low audible distortion of any kind High Power Handling The Loudspeaker Elements and Crossover Components of the XCSIK are all chosen for use with powerful amplifiers up to 1 200 watts e Superior Imaging Locating the Tweeters between the two rows of Midranges generates a symmetrical response for superior imaging Versatile Operation and Placement In addition to the regular connections the XCSIK Loud speaker System provides separate connections for Bi Am plification and Tri Amplification hookups Extruded Column The top bottom and rear of the XCSIK Low Frequency enclosure is extruded thick aluminum construction with non parallel internal sides and is given a High Gloss Black Piano Type Finish Gold Plated Input Connectors The XCSIK input connectors are gold plated for superior corrosion resistance and high electrical conductivity Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your XCSIK Loudspeaker System Front View of the XCSIK Loudspeaker System 16 7 8 42 9cm McIntosh 39 1 4 99 7cm Side View of the XCSIK 24 Loudspeaker System 53 3cm shown at maximum elevation of 30 Dimensions 7 5 16 18 5cm 13 172 3 3 4 31 8cm 9 5cm Rear View of the XCSIK 0 5 8 Loudspeaker System 1 43cm T jur
16. quencies is noticed the Protection Device may have activated These devices will automatically reset when the volume level is reduced significantly and kept low until the output of the affected Loudspeaker Element returns to normal 4 When the XCSIK 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 Introduction The new McIntosh XCSIK Loudspeaker System is a Center Channel Loudspeaker capable of reproducing the full dynamic range of a symphony orchestra with very low audible distortion It is the perfect match to the famous XCSIK Column Loudspeakers when used in a Home Theater Music System It uses the same acoustic technol ogy found in the XCSIK Column Loudspeakers developed by the McIntosh Acoustic Engineers The technology has been refined over the years and is now the 6th generation of the design and provides superior quality sound repro duction in a full range system The XCSIK Loudspeaker utilizes a Horizontal Arc Array Design with three quarter inch Titanium Dome Tweeters and multiple rows of two inch Midrange Inverted Titanium Dome Driv ers Refer to figures 1 2A and 2B The Sound Waves from this Horizontal Arc Array produce
17. re 11 Adjusting the Elevation of the Loudspeaker The acoustic output of the XCSIK Loudspeaker may be directed to line up with the height of the average ear in the prime viewing listening area There is a 30 degree range of adjustment built in 1 Using an approprate tool loosen the hex head screws on the insides of the XCSIK Cradle Refer to figure 12 2 Before placing the XCSIK Loudspeaker on the Cradle rotate the top sides of the Cradle to the desired angle so the sound will be directed toward ear level when seated in the main view BS ing listening area 4 Tighten the height adjustment and locking screws on the insides of the Cradle 5 Refering to the lift areas in figure 13 lift up on the sides and center rear of the Loudspeaker with two or more persons Place the Loud speaker on the Cradle Refer to figure 14 Note When lifting up on the sides of the Loudspeaker be carefull as to not remove the detachable Figure 14 sides 6 Proceed to How to connect starting on page 9 Locking Screws Figure 12 Top View of bcm ie A Figure 13 How to Connect using a single Amplifier 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
18. ssover Networks used in the XCSIK Loudspeak er System are phase matched between the Low Frequency Midrange and High Frequency Sections to ensure a smooth frequen cy response over the entire audible range Refer to figures 6 7 and 8 The crossover inductors are selected so they will not add audible distortion The network capacitors are film type for extra reliability All the Capacitors and In ductors are chosen for high current capacity Each section of the network utilizes its own self resetting high current PPTC type fuses to provide an extra measure of protection Figure 3 Figure 4 Without LD HP With LDHP Frequency Distortion Figure 5 Introduction and Performance Features ER WITT ZOT AOSZ 3rl00T LW QDINNAF Figure 8 HEEE HH Performance Features 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 e Neodymium Iron Boron Alloy Magnets The 32 two inch Midranges and 20 three quarter inch Dome Tweeters all use this Alloy The Neodymium Iron Boron Alloy has the highest flux density per unit of volume The smaller overall size of the Midrange and Tweeter Loudspeakers allows for closer spacing and results in improved sound reproduction Low Harmonic and Inter
19. y remove sufficient insulation from the cable ends refer to figures 15 16 amp 17 If the cable is stranded carefully twist the strands together as tightly as possible 0 5 inches 12 7mm McIntosh Power Amplifier number one j 7 7 5N Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 9 a vm Note If desired the twisted ends can be tinned with 7 solder to keep the strands together or attach KS ES spade lugs oo Spade lug or prepared wire connection oer Insert the spade lug connector or prepared section Pye ye yey l of the cable end into the terminal side access hole 12 AMPS and tighten the terminal cap until the cable is firmly clamped into the terminal so the wires cannot slip out Refer to figures 18 19 amp 20 Figure l Figure 20 2 Remove all four metal jumpers between Loudspeaker Binding Posts 4 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XCSIK LOW Frequency COM Binding Post to the Binding Post of the Power Amplifier number one Note It is important to maintain the correct polarity at both ends of the Loudspeaker cables 5 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XCSIK LOW Frequency 8Q Binding Post to the 8 ohm Binding Post of the Power Amplifier number one 6 Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XCSIK MID Frequency COM Binding Post to the Binding Post of the Power Amplif
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