McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York MA5200 Integrated Amplifier Owner’s Manual 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.
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Thank You Customer Service Your decision to own this McIntosh MA5200 Integrated Amplifier ranks you at the very top among discriminating music listeners. You now have the best. The McIntosh dedication to precision performance assures many years of musical enjoyment. 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 of your new McIntosh.
General Information, Connector and Cable Information General Information 1. For additional connection information, refer to the owner’s manual(s) for any component(s) connected to the MA5200. 2. Apply AC Power to the MA5200 and other McIntosh Component(s) only after all the system components are connected together. Failure to do so may cause a malfunction of system operations as the Microprocessor’s Circuitry inside the components is active when AC Power is applied. 3.
Introduction and Performance Features Introduction Now you can take advantage of traditional McIntosh standards of excellence in the MA5200 Integrated Amplifier. The Power Amplifier section of the MA5200, with a power output of 100 watts per channel, will drive a pair of quality Loudspeakers to a high level of performance. The flexible Preamplifier section provides connections for various input sources and may also be used to drive an external Power Amplifier(s).
Dimensions Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your MA5200. There is additional information on the next page pertaining to installing the MA5200 into cabinets. Front View of the MA5200 17-1/2" 44.5cm 5-3/8" 13.7cm 6" 15.2cm Side View of the MA5200 18-3/4" 47.6cm 1-1/6" 2.7cm 16-1/2" 41.9cm 3/16" 0.5cm 29/32" 1.8cm Rear View of the MA5200 1-5/8" 4.1cm 16-1/16" 40.8cm 4-5/8" 11.8cm 13-1/4" 33.7cm 6 13" 33cm 1" 2.5cm 4-13/16" 12.
Installation Installation The MA5200 can be placed upright on a table or shelf, standing on its four feet. It also can be custom installed in a piece of furniture or cabinet of your choice. The four feet may be removed from the bottom of the MA5200 when it is custom installed as outlined below. The four feet together with the mounting screws should be retained for possible future use if the MA5200 is removed from the custom installation and used free standing.
MA5200 Rear Panel Connections USB D/A Digital Audio Input for connection to a computer RIGHT OUTPUT connections for an 8 ohm Loudspeaker Connect the MA5200 power cord to a live AC outlet.
Connecting Components Connecting Components The MA5200 has the ability to automatically switch power On/Off to McIntosh Source Components via the Power Control connection. The Data Port Connections allow for the remote operation of basic functions using the MA5200 Remote Control. With an external sensor connected to the MA5200, remote control operation of the system is possible from another room and/or when the MA5200 is located in a cabinet with the doors closed.
Passthru Connections Passthru Connections The MA5200 can be part of a Multichannel Sound System for SACD, DVD-Audio and Home Theater. The Right and Left Front Channels from an Audio/ Video Control Center can “Passthru” the MA5200. In the following example the AUX Input will become the “Passthru” input: 1. Connect Audio Cables from the A/V Control Center Front Left and Right Channel Outputs to the MA5200 AUX Input Left and Right Jacks. 2.
Connecting for Bi-Amplification Connecting for Bi-Amplification The MA5200’s Power Amplifier, together with an additional separate Power Amplifier, may be used to Bi-Amplify a Loudspeaker System. In the illustration on this page the Power Amplifier of the MA5200 is connected to the Midrange/High Frequency Section of the Loudspeaker. The additional separate Power Amplifier is connected to the Low Frequency Section of the Loudspeaker System.
Output Terminals When connecting the Loudspeaker Hookup Cables to the MA5200 Amplifier Output Terminals please follow the steps below: 1. Rotate the top of the Output Terminal Post counterclockwise until an opening appears. Refer to figures A and B. 2. Insert the Loudspeaker hookup cable into the Output Terminal Opening Post opening or the cable spade Figure B Figure A lug around the center post of the Output Terminal. Refer to figure C. 3.
Connecting Loudspeakers Spade Lug or Wire Connections: 6. Connect the Loudspeaker hookup cables to the MA5200 Negative Output Terminal and Positive Output Terminal to the Loudspeaker Terminal Connections being careful to observe the correct polarities. 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 terminals so the lugs or wire cannot slip out. Refer to figures L and M.
Remote Control Push-Buttons Press to Power the MA5200 ON LED illuminates during the time a remote command is sent to the MA5200 Selects a Disc Player, Music Server or Recorder Function. Seek Stations Up or Down the AM/FM Dial.
How to use the Remote Control How to use the Remote Control The supplied HR072 Remote Control is capable of directly controlling the functions of contemporary Source Components connected to the MA5200 via the Data Ports. Notes: 1. If at any time the MA5200 seems unresponsive to HR072 Remote Control Commands press the Push-button first. 2. For additional information on using the HR072 Remote Control with the MA5200, please refer to the “How to Operate” section of this Owner’s Manual starting on page 22.
INPUT Control allows the selection of various sources for listening and recording. TRIM allows selection of various types of audio settings.
Setup How to Operate the Setup Mode Your McIntosh MA5200 has been factory configured for default operating settings that will allow immediate enjoyment of superb audio without the need for further adjustments. If you wish to make changes to the factory default settings, a Setup Feature is provided to customize the operating settings using the Front Panel Display.
Firmware Version Source Input Reassignment The MA5200 functionality is controlled by internal software that is know as Firmware. The MA5200 has two different Firmwares, one is the “System Firmware” (responsible for the basic operation of the MA5200) and the other known as USB Audio Firmware (responsible for the “USB Connection and Conversion” of a Digital Audio Signal from the Computer). The Version of the Firmwares in the MA5200 can be identified at any time by utilizing the Setup Mode. 1.
Setup, con’t Input Settings Input Name Connection Type New Level (Trim) SETUP: SOURCE NAME AUX >> AUX Figure 9 TUNER 3. Rotate the VOLUME Control until the character “M” appears. Refer to figure 10. CD CD2 SETUP: SOURCE NAME AUX >> MUX AUX PHONO MM Figure 10 Source Input Renaming The MA5200 Default Input Names (CD, AUX, DVD, etc. as indicated on the Front Panel Display) can be customized with a different name up to nine characters long (My Phone, MCD1100, etc.).
Passthru Remote Control Codes The MA5200 can be part of a Multichannel Sound System for SACD, DVD-Audio and Home Theater. The Right and Left Front Channels from an Audio/ Video Control Center or Surround Decoder can “Passthru” the Preamplifier Circuitry of the MA5200, and then on to the Power Amplifier Circuitry of the MA5200. The Setup Mode allows the activation of the Passthru Mode and the selection of the specified MA5200 Input Source.
Setup, con’t Note: To reset the Remote Control to normal codes perform steps A and B then enter 3, 2, 4, 2 and 8 for step C. 5. Press the VOLUME UP/DOWN Push-button on the Remote Control to verify proper operation. Power Mode The MA5200 incorporates an Auto Off Feature, which automatically places the preamplifier into the Power Saving Standby/Off Mode.
How to Operate the MA5200 Power On and Off The Red LED above the STANDBY/ON Push-button lights to indicate the MA5200 is in Standby mode. To switch ON the MA5200, press the STANDBY/ON Push-button on the Front Panel or press the (Power) Push-button on the Remote Control. The MA5200 will go through a brief startup intialization with the Front Panel Display indicating Power Guard is active, last used source and volume setting.
How to Operate the MA5200 BALANCE: || 0 dB Figure 54 phasize the Right Channel (refer to figure 55) or the Left Channel (refer to figure 56). BALANCE: 50 dB ¦¦ ¦¦¦¦ ¦¦¦¦ Figure 55 BALANCE: 50 dB ¦ ¦¦¦¦ ¦¦¦¦ ¦ Figure 56 The Front Panel Display indicates the Balance changes in steps from 0 to 50dB. After approximately 5 seconds, the Display returns to indicate the Source Selection and Volume Level. To verify the Balance setting without changing it, use the TRIM Push-button and select Balance.
How to Operate the MA5200, con’t 1. Select the desired Input by using the direct access Input Push-button on the Remote Control. 2. Press the TRIM Push-button on the Remote Control until “MONO/STEREO MODE, _ _ _ _ _ _ : Stereo” appears on the Front Panel Display. Refer to figure 61. MONO / STEREO MODE TUNER : Stereo each preference there are four brightness settings for the Display. The Display Brightness setting may be varied 1 (Dim) to 4 (Bright).
How to Operate the MA5200, con’t METER BACKLIGHT Lights: Off Figure 67 After approximately 5 seconds the Display returns to indicate the Source Selection and Volume Level. Notes: 1. For information on how the Front Panel Display Brightness can change with the Meter Illumination On/Off Setting, refer to page 24 “Display Brightness”. 2. Meter Illumination of recent McIntosh Power Amplifiers will also switch On/Off when connected to the MA5200 via a power control cable.
How to Operate the MA5200, con’t Decoder and has the PASSTHRU Mode activated, it will automatically switch On when the A/V Control Center or Surround Decoder is switched On. It will indicate on the Front Panel Display “PASSTHRU”. Refer to figure 72. SOURCE: CD 15% SILENT Figure 74 PASSTHRU Figure 72 The other Front Panel Controls are deactivated as long as the Passthru Mode is active.
How to Operate the MA5200, con’t performing the following: 1. Press the STANDBY/ON Push-button until the STANDBY/ON Indicator switches Off. 2. When the MA5200 cycles On then Off, release the STANDBY/ON Push-button. 3. When the STANDBY/ON LED is illuminated press the STANDBY/ON Push-button, the MA5200 will resume normal operation. Note: This can be performed with the MA5200 On or in the Standby Mode.
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Amplifier Specifications Amplifier Specifications Power Output 100 watts is the minimum sine wave continuous average power output per channel, both channels operating Output Load Impedance 8 ohms Rated Power Band 20Hz to 20,000Hz Total Harmonic Distortion 0.005% maximum with both channels operating from 250 milliwatts to rated power, 20Hz to 20,000Hz Dynamic Headroom 1.8dB Frequency Response +0, -0.
Packing Instructions Packing Instructions MA5200 Packing Material List In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as shown below. It is very important that the four plastic feet are attached to the bottom of the equipment. Two #10 x 2-1/2 inch screws and washers must be used to fasten the unit securely to the bottom pad and wood skid. This will ensure the proper equipment location on the bottom pad.
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