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MX130
A/V TUNER
CONTROL
CENTER
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MX130
A/V TUNER
CONTROL
CENTER
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IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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YOU AND THE
MclNTOSH
INSTRUMENT.
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Read all instructions - Read the safety and operating instructions before operating the instrument.
Retain Instructions - Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
Heed warnings - Adhere to warnings and operating instructions.
Follow Instructions - Follow all operating and use instructions.
WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS INSTRUMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
5. Power Sources - Connect the power supply only to the type described in the operating instructions
or as marked on the unit.
6. Power-Cord Protection - Route power-supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the instrument.
7. Ventilation - Locate the instrument for proper ventilation. For example, the instrument should not
be placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block ventilation openings; or, placed
in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet, that may impede the flow of air through
the ventilation openings.
8. Heat - Locate the instrument away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other appliance (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Wall or Cabinet Mounting - Mount the instrument in a wall or cabinet only as described in the owner's
manual.
10. Water and Moisture - Do not use the instrument near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
11. Cleaning - Clean the instrument by dusting with a dry cloth. Clean the panel with a cloth moistened
with a window cleaner.
12. Object and Liquid Entry - Do not permit objects to fall and liquids to spill into the instrument through
enclosure openings.
13. Power Lines - Locate any outdoor antenna away from power lines.
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outdoor
antenna is connected to the antenna terANTENNA
minal, be sure the antenna system is
LEAD IN WIRE
grounded to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built up static charge.
In the U.S.A., section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1978,
ANTENNA
provides information on the proper ground
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION810-20)
for the mast and supporting structure,
ground for the lead-in wire to an antenna
GROUNDING
discharge unit, and size of ground conducCONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
tors, location of antenna-discharge unit, conGROUND CLAMPS
necton to grounding electrodes, and rePOWER SERVICE GROUNDING
quirements for the grounding electrode.
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 240, PART H)
For ground wire:
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a) Use No. 10 AWG (5.3mm ) copper No. 8
AWG (8.4 mm2) aluminum, No. 17 AWG (1.0 mm2) copper-clad steel, bronze wire, or larger as ground
wire.
b) Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house with stand-off insulators spaced from 4 feet
(1.2 meters) to 6 feet (1.83 meters) apart.
c) Mount antenna discharge unit as closely as possible to where lead-in enters house.
d) Use jumper wire not smaller than No. 6AWG (13.3 mm2) copper or equivalent when separate antenna
grounding electrode is used.
15. Nonuse Periods - Unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet when left unused for a long period
of time.
16. Damage Requiring Service - Service must be performed by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the instrument; or
C. The instrument has been exposed to rain; or
D. The instrument does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance;
or
E. The instrument has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
17. Servicing - Do not attempt to service beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other
service should be referred to qualified service personnel.
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Mclntosh Laboratory Inc.
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1 8 . Grounding or Polarization - Do not defeat the inherent design features of the polarized plug. Nonpolarized line cord adaptors will defeat the safety provided by the polarized AC plug.
19. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN
BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
ATTENTION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES PAS UTILISER CETTE
FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE
SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN
LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC tht
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the gounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
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.
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Your decision to own this piece of Mclntosh Stereo Equipment ranks you at the very top
among discriminating music listeners. You now have "The Best". The Mclntosh dedication
to "Quality", is assurance that you will receive thousands of hours 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 possible with all the features and functions of your new piece of Mclntosh. This will ensure that you receive all the performance benefits this instrument can offer you, and that
it will become a highly valued part of your home music system.
The serial number, purchase date, and Mclntosh Laboratory Service Contract number are
important to you for possible insurance claim or future service. Record this information here.
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Contract Number
Upon application, Mclntosh Laboratory provides a Service Contract to the original purchaser.
Your Mclntosh Authorized Service Agency can expedite repairs when you provide them with
the Service Contract.
SERVICE CONTRACT
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
6, 7
HOW TO INSTALL THE MX130
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HOME THEATER AUDIO CHANNEL CONFIGURATION WITH
DOLBY PRO LOGIC™ AND HOME THX ® AUDIO
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS, SWITCHES AND PUSHBUTTONS
HOW TO PROGRAM AM AND FM STATION PRESETS
MX 130 HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROLLER
THE REAR PANEL AND HOW TO MAKE CONNECTIONS . . .
8, 9
.9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
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16, 17
.18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
HOW TO SET UP YOUR MclNTOSH HOME THEATER
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HOME THEATER LAYOUT . . .
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HOOKUP DIAGRAM
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MclNTOSH HOME THEATER SURROUND SOUND LEVEL CALIBRATION . .28, 29, 30, 31
SPECIFICATIONS
32, 33, 34
CUSTOM INSTALLATION DRAWING
FOLD OUT DRAWINGS OF FRONT AND BACK PANELS .
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TAKE ADVANTAGE OF 3 YEARS OF CONTRACT SERVICE. . .
FILL IN THE APPLICATION NOW.
Your MX130 Audio/Video Tuner Control Center will give you many years of satisfactory performance. If you have any questions, please contact,
Mclntosh Laboratory Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903-2699
Phone: 607-723-3512
An application for A THREE YEAR SERVICE CONTRACT is included with this manual.
The terms of the contract are:
1- If the instrument covered by this contract becomes defective, Mclntosh will provide all parts,
materials, and labor needed to return the measured performance of the instrument to the
original performance limits free of any charge. The service contract does not cover any
shipping costs to and from the authorized service agency or the factory.
2. Any Mclntosh authorized service agency will repair all Mclntosh instruments at normal
service rates. To receive the free service under the terms of the service contract, the service contract certificate must accompany the instrument when taken to the service agency.
3. Always have service done by a Mclntosh authorized service agency. If the instrument is
modified or damaged as a result of unauthorized repair the service contract will be canceled.
Damage by improper use or mishandling is not covered by the service contract.
4. The service contract is issued to you as the original purchaser. To protect you from
misrepresentation this contract cannot be transferred to a second owner.
5. Units in operation outside the United States and Canada are not covered by the Mclntosh
Factory Service Contract, irrespective of the place of purchase. Nor are units acquired
outside the USA and Canada, the purchasers of which should consult with their dealer
to ascertain what, if any. service contract or warranty may be available locally.
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MclNTOSH
THREE YEAR
SERVICE
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INTRODUCTION
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Mclntosh Laboratory has earned a world wide reputation tor the technical superiority of
its contributions to high quality sound reproduction. The advanced level of Mclntosh product
innovations has integrity proven by time. The legendary reliability of Mclntosh products is a
matter of record since 1949. The "Classic Mclntosh" design is acknowledged as the most
outstanding in the audio industry.
Mclntosh products are designed to be maximum "User Friendly". Anyone can enjoy using
them. Ease of maintenance is another Mclntosh design philosophy that contributes to the
long useful operating life of all Mclntosh products.
The MX130, A/V Tuner Control Center is a full featured remote control center tor a complete Mclntosh Home Theater System. It provides six audio channels with the added features
of video switching.
The MX130 includes all the required Dolby Pro Logic™ decoding circuits to reproduce
Dolby Surround™ encoded movie soundtracks.
You also can enjoy the enhanced movie sound track reproduction possible from Home
THX® Audio processing circuits by having your Mclntosh dealer install the optional Mclntosh
THX-M Module in your MX130. The Home THX® Audio System is a licensing program of
Lucasfilm Ltd., which defines new technologies and quality standards for accuracy in home
theaters. The MX130 includes a built-in noise generator and the controls necessary for accurate volume level calibration of all six channels when setting up a home theater.
The MX130 has the added feature of the Mclntosh designed "HALL" signal processing
circuits. The "HALL" feature allows you to enhance the realism of two channel program
sources such as a compact disc. The Left and Right signals are reproduced through the Left
and Right Front loudspeakers. The same signals are combined and fed to the center channel
loudspeaker as mono center fill. The combined left and right are also fed to a digital processor with variable time delay for the surround loudspeakers. If a subwoofer is used in the
system, it will also operate in the "HALL" mode.
The MX130 includes a 25-pin connector on the rear panel to fit a single subrniniature "D"
computer type cable that fits a similar connector on a Mclntosh MC7106 six channel power
amplifier. This cable carries all six audio signals and AC power control to the MC7106 for
a complete Mclntosh Home Theater System.
The MX 130 has built-in capability for remotely controlling two separate listening areas. The
LISTEN signals are defined as Area "A" which is usually the main area where all the equipment is located. The RECORD signals are available at a pair of outputs marked AREA B OUT,
and can be used for a remote area with its own dedicated power amplifier and pair of speakers.
The desired program can be selected in Area "B" with the MX130 Hand Held Remote Controller transmitting to a wall mounted IR sensor, or from a WK-1 or WK-2 keypad.
Data ports are provided for twelve audio and video remote controlled accessories. This
feature allows you to control a compatible unit by transmitting with its hand held remote controller directly to a MX 130 sensor. Another data port connects to the optional Mclntosh HC-1
Home Controller to allow control of accessories or appliances.
The optional Model RCT-1, Remote Control Translator is also available to interconnect with
the MX130. The RCT-1 is a learning device which will allow the MX130 to remotely control
other brands of products.
The convenience of MX 130 remote control operation is enhanced by its capability to directly
interface with the Mclntosh CR10 Remote Control System. The CR10 can add an additional
four remote areas of control.
The MX130 includes twelve pairs of high level audio inputs in addition to the built-in AM-
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FM tuner. Eight individual AM and FM station presets are available. Seven inputs are for traditional audio program sources, including the built-in Tuner. A pair of low level inputs is included for a moving magnet phono cartridge. Six of the audio inputs are for the audio portion
of an audio/video signal. Six matching standard and S Video inputs are also included. The
MX130 will simultaneously switch the six video and corresponding audio signals.
The MX130 uses digital Logic integrated circuits to drive Electromagnetic Switches for all input, output and operating functions. This is the most reliable and distortion free switching available.
Separate Record and Listen circuits allow recording from one source while listening to
another with audio or audio/video signals. A continuously variable Active Loudness control
allows loudness compensation to be selected for any setting of the volume control. The
Loudness control circuit elements are removed from the circuit path when the control is in
the flat or fully counterclockwise position.
Bass and Treble tone controls provide 12dB of boost or cut. At the center "Flat Response"
or detent position of the tone controls, all tone control circuit elements are removed from
the signal path. Other features include a precision digitally driven six channel volume control, front panel digital volume level indicator and Balanced outputs for the Left and Right
output signals.
Front panel Camcorder inputs and a headphone output are also provided. These connections are hidden behind a motor driven door which is opened and closed by a convenient
front panel Access pushbutton. The Mclntosh MX130 "Classic Mclntosh" all glass front panel
has all control, switch and pushbutton nomenclature illuminated.
The Mclntosh Home THX Audio licensed MX130 A/V Control Center, MC7106 six channel
power amplifier and a set of Mclntosh HT Series Home Theater loudspeakers will make a
perfect "Mclntosh Quality" Home Theater system. Your Mclntosh dealer can assist you
in setting up all the various components of your Mclntosh Home Theater to ensure you will
receive the best possible performance.
INTRODUCTION
DOLBY SURROUND, PRO LOGIC and the Double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Licensing Laboratory.
Home THX" Audio is a trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd.
The MX130 can be placed upright on a table or shelf, standing on its own plastic feet. It
also can be installed in an optional Mclntosh L74 equipment cabinet. Follow the mounting
instructions enclosed with the L74 cabinet.
The MX 130 can be custom installed in a piece of furniture or cabinet of your choice. The
required panel cutout and unit dimensions are shown on a page near the back of this manual.
Always provide adequate ventilation for your MX130, even though it develops very little
heat. Cool operation insures the longest possible operating life for any electronic instrument.
Do not install your MX 130 directly above a heat generating component such as a high power
amplifier. In a system stack, the power amplifier should always be at the top. If all the components are installed in a single cabinet, a quiet running ventilation fan can be a definite asset
in maintaining all the system components at their coolest possible operating temperatures.
A custom cabinet installation should provide the following recommended minimum spacing dimensions for cool operation. Allow at least 1-1/2 inches (3.8cm) above the unit so airflow
is not obstructed. Allow 17-1/2 inches (44.5cm) depth behind the mounting panel, which includes clearance for connectors. Allow 1-1/8 inches (2.9cm) in front of the mounting panel
for knob clearance.
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HOME THEATER
AUDIO
CHANNEL
CONFIGURATION
WITH DOLBY
PRO LOGIC™
AND HOME
THX® AUDIO
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Ail movies produced by major film companies have soundtracks that are encoded with
Dolby Surround Sound. The decoding process is called Dolby Pro Logic and results in four
separate soundtracks which are Left Front, Center, Right Front, and Surround sound. The Dolby
Pro Logic decoded surround signals are monaural, but are reproduced by a non directional
loudspeaker on each side of the listening area. The Dolby Surround concept is the heart of
the Home Theater audio and video experience.
Dolby Surround encoding is also used for MTS and satellite broadcasts as well as other
audio-only program sources such as compact discs. Use the MX130 CINEMA 1 mode with
its Dolby Pro Logic processing to enjoy listening to these other program sources.
Home THX Audio circuits further process all the Dolby Pro Logic decoded signals including
the generation of separate spatially expanded left and right surround signals. Home THX Audio
also specifies that a subwoofer should be used. A Home THX Audio system therefore requires
six discrete audio channels and six corresponding loudspeakers.
The MX130 provides six audio channels to take full advantage of the exciting sound
reproduction capabilities of a Dolby Surround encoded movie soundtrack. When the Mclntosh
THX-M module is installed in the MX130, the audio enhancements possible by Home THX
Audio signal processing also will be available.
Descriptions of the functions of each channel of a Dolby Surround soundtrack as decoded
by Dolby Pro Logic and the addition of Home THX Audio processing, will help you in better understanding the use of the various controls, switches and operating procedures of your MX130.
DOLBY SURROUND, LEFT FRONT and RIGHT FRONT
These two channels are stereo channels in the traditional sense. The left and right signals
provide ambience, depth and spaciousness for reproduction of music and sound from a Dolby
Pro Logic decoded movie soundtrack. The front channels also reproduce similar information
from a two channel stereo source such as a compact disc or audio tape.
DOLBY SURROUND, CENTER FRONT
Dolby Surround movie soundtracks are encoded with a Center channel, which also includes
dialog information, to increase the realism of the home theater experience. The Dolby Pro
Logic decoded Center channel is reproduced through a loudspeaker placed in the front center
location, either above or below the viewing screen. A Center loudspeaker provides greater
intelligibility of a movie dialog and also contributes to the overall sound realism.
DOLBY SURROUND, LEFT and RIGHT
Dolby Surround movie soundtracks are encoded with a specially processed surround sound
signal. When decoded by Dolby Pro Logic processing circuits, the surround sounds can include all types of acoustical information and sound effects that enhance the listening enjoyment of a movie. The Dolby Pro Logic decoded surround sound channel is monaural, however,
it is reproduced through two separate loudspeakers placed on the left and right walls of the
listening area. The surround loudspeakers should radiate sound in a non directional manner,
allowing the listeners to hear only the sound that is reflected off the wall surfaces and not
directly from the loudspeakers. Properly installed surround loudspeakers will provide ambience,
and should not distract from the direct sound reproduced by the front loudspeakers.
HOME THX AUDIO SURROUND CHANNELS
Home THX Audio circuits add additional processing to all the original Dolby Pro Logic
decoded signals. The monaural surround signal is further processed into two separate spatially
expanded left and right surround signals.
There are specific Home THX Audio requirements for surround sound level calibration. This
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information is included in the manual section "MclNTOSH HOME THEATER SURROUND
SOUND VOLUME LEVEL CALIBRATION."
SUBWOOFER
Home THX Audio spediciations require a subwoofer to be used in a home theater system.
A subwoofer loudspeaker is designed to reproduce only the lowest audio frequencies, which
are essentially non directional. The MX130 meets this requirement by combining the Left,
Right and Center channel signals and feeding them through a filter that allows only the bass
frequencies of 80Hz and lower to be fed to the subwoofer outputs. The non directional sound
characteristics of a subwoofer allow it to be placed in a wide range of room locations.
A well designed subwoofer will reproduce the low frequency music and sound effects present in today's action movie soundtracks with dramatic impact. Using a discretely placed
subwoofer also allows the optional use of slightly smaller front loudspeakers.
HOME THEATER
AUDIO
CHANNEL
CONFIGURATION
WITH DOLBY
PRO LOGIC™
AND HOME
THX ® AUDIO
Detailed information on Home Theater loudspeaker setup is covered in the manual enclosed with your Mclntosh HT Series Home Theater loudspeakers.
The MX130 can be remotely controlled. Most of the operating functions performed
at the front panel, also can be done by the MX130 Hand Held Remote Controller. The
following information refers only to the front panel. Another section of this manual
explains the functions and operation of the MX130 Hand Held Remote Controller.
The last page of this manual folds out to show drawings of the front and rear panels
of the MX130. This will help you in identifying and locating the front panel controls,
switches, pushbuttons and the rear panel connectors and switches. The letters and
numbers on the drawings refer to the information that follows.
A.
BASS AND TREBLE
Provide 12dB boost and cut, with neutral flat response at the center detent position. The
Bass and Treble controls affect the LEFT and RIGHT Balanced Outputs, the LEFT FRONT,
CENTER, RIGHT FRONT and SUBWOOFer Unbalanced Outputs. These are all Area "A" Outputs. The corresponding channels of the 6 CHANNEL OUTPUT connector are also affected.
The VCR1, VCR2, TAPE1, TAPE2 and Area "B" Outputs are not affected by the Bass and
Treble controls.
B.
RECORD
Selects any of the 12 program signals that will feed to the TAPE 1, TAPE 2, VCR1. VCR2
and Area "B" Outputs.
Area "B" must first be turned ON in Area "B", by a keypad or remote controller
transmitting to an Area "B" sensor, before the Area "B" outputs will operate. Each
time Area "B" is turned on, TUNER is automatically selected at a volume level 50dB
below maximum.
The audio signals for SATellite, TV, Laser Video, VCR1, VCR2 and V-AUX will have their corresponding Video signals switched simultaneously. The selected video RECORD signals will
appear at the MONitor B, VCR1 and VCR2 and VIDEO Outputs. This allows the selected program signals to be fed to an external TV monitor, as well as to one or two VCR units for recording purposes.
All audio or video tape recording must be setup manually in Area "A" before a
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recording session. Always press the REC (Record) LOCK pushbutton to disable all Area
"B" remote sensors or keypads to avoid accidental recording disruption.
C.
MODE (Selects the operating configuration)
MONO: All left and right channel signals are combined for Mono operation and fed to the
LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT Balanced, Unbalanced and the corresponding 6 CHANNEL connector outputs. The combined Mono signals of 80Hz and lower are also fed to the SUBWOOFER Output. The Subwoofer can be turned ON or OFF in MONO mode with the rear
panel SUB WOOF switch (28).
The Unbalanced CENTER Output can be activated in MONO by setting the rear panel
CENTER FILL Switch (27), to the ON position. This allows a Center channel loudspeaker to
be used during MONO operation.
STEREO: Left channel signals are fed to the LEFT FRONT Unbalanced and the LEFT
Balanced Outputs. Right channel signals are fed to the RIGHT FRONT Unbalanced and the
RIGHT Balanced Outputs. The Left and Right signals of 80Hz and lower are also combined
and fed to the SUBWOOFer Output. The Subwoofer can be turned ON or OFF in STEREO
mode with the rear panel SUB WOOF switch (28).
The Unbalanced CENTER Output, which contains the combined left and right channel
signals can be activated by setting the rear panel CENTER FILL Switch (27), to the ON position. This allows a Center channel loudspeaker to be used during STEREO operation.
HALL: ENHANCES TWO CHANNEL AUDIO SIGNALS. Left channel signals are fed to the
LEFT FRONT Unbalanced and LEFT Balanced Outputs. Right channel signals are fed to the
RIGHT FRONT Unbalanced and RIGHT Balanced Outputs. The Left and Right signals of 80Hz
and lower are also combined and fed to the SUBWOOFer Output. The Subwoofer can be turned
ON or OFF in HALL mode with the rear panel SUB WOOF switch (28). The combined Left
and Right audio signals are also fed to a digital processor, time delayed, and then fed to the
LEFT SURround and RIGHT SURround Outputs. The time delay can be adjusted by the front
panel DELAY (ms) Switch.
The Unbalanced CENTER Output can be activated in HALL mode by setting the rear panel
CENTER FILL Switch (27), to the ON position. This allows a Center channel loudspeaker to
be used in the HALL operating mode.
CINEMA 1: REPRODUCE DOLBY SURROUND, PRO LOGIC DECODED MOVIE
SOUNDTRACKS
Audio signals from a Dolby Surround encoded movie soundtrack are fed to the MX 130 Dolby
Pro Logic processing and decoding circuits which produce the following different outputs.
Left audio signals are fed to the LEFT FRONT Unbalanced and LEFT Balanced Outputs.
Right audio signals are fed to the RIGHT FRONT Unbalanced and RIGHT Balaned Outputs.
The Dolby Pro Logic processing circuits also decode the center channel signals which include dialog, and feed them to the Unbalanced CENTER Output. (For information on the three
optional modes of Center speaker operation, refer to the manual section describing the rear
panel CENTER SPEAKER switch.) The Dolby Pro Logic processed monaural surround sound
signals are fed to the LEFT Surround and RIGHT Surround outputs.
The Left, Right and Center signals of 80Hz and lower are also combined by the MX130
and fed to the SUBWOOFer Output. The Subwoofer output is always ON in CINEMA 1 mode,
and is not affected by the rear panel SUB WOOF Switch.
The Dolby Pro Logic Indicator on the MX130 front panel lights when the MODE Switch
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is in CINEMA 1 position.
Dolby surround encoding is also used for MTS and satellite broadcasts as well as
other audio-only program sources such as compact discs. Use the MX130 CINEMA 1
mode with its Dolby Pro Logic processing to enjoy listening to these other program
sources.
CINEMA 2, HOME THX AUDIO: TO REPRODUCE DOLBY SURROUND, PRO LOGIC
DECODED MOVIE SOUNDTRACKS WITH HOME THX AUDIO ENHANCEMENT
The CINEMA 2 or Home THX Audio mode of operation is possible only when the
optional Mclntosh THX-M Module has been installed in the MX130.
The four Dolby Pro Logic processed output signals are fed to the Home THX Audio circuits
in the Mclntosh THX-M module for further processing and enhancement which produce the
following six outputs.
Left audio signals are fed to the LEFT FRONT Unbalanced and LEFT Balanced OutputsRight audio signals are fed to the RIGHT FRONT Unbalanced and RIGHT Balanced Outputs.
The processing circuits also feed center channel signals which include dialog, to the Unbalanced CENTER Output.
(The rear panel CENTER SPEAKER switch must be in the LARGE THX position for
CINEMA 2 operation.)
The Dolby Pro Logic decoded monaural surround signals are then further processed into
separate spatially expanded left and right surround signals, which are fed to the LEFT Surround and RIGHT Surround Unbalanced outputs.
The Left Front, Center and Right Front signals of 80Hz and lower are also combined by
the MX 130 and fed to the SUBWOOFer Output. The Subwoofer output is always ON in CINEMA
2 mode, and is not affected by the rear panel SUB WOOF Switch.
With the Mclntosh THX-M Module installed in the MX 130, the front panel Home THX Audio
Indicator lights when the MODE Switch is in CINEMA 2 position. The Dolby Pro Logic front
panel indicator stays lit in both CINEMA 1 and CINEMA 2 modes.
All signals fed to the six unbalanced outputs also are fed to corresponding pins
on the rear panel 6 CHANNEL OUTPUT connector.
UPPER DISPLAY WINDOW
D. SENSOR
The Infrared sensor that accepts control signals from the MX130 Hand Held Remote
Controller.
E. AM - FM
Indicates the broadcast band selected in TUNER mode.
F. SIGNAL
Indicates the relative signal strength of either an AM or FM broadcast signal.
G. STATION FREQUENCY
The numerical indication of the station frequency. AM indications are in Kilohertz and change
in 10KHz steps. FM indications are in Megahertz and change in 100KHz steps.
H. MPX
Indicates when the tuned FM station is broadcasting in multiplex stereo.
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I. LOWER DISPLAY WINDOW (Left to Right)
1. PRESET indicates the number of the AM or FM station preset that has been selected.
2. The Dolby Pro Logic indicator lights when the MX130 is switched to CINEMA 1 or
CINEMA 2 mode.
3. The Home THX Audio indicator lights when the X130 is in CINEMA 2 Mode, with the
THX-M Module installed.
The optional Mclntosh THX-M Module must be installed in the MX130 for the Home
THX® Audio indicator to light.
4. The % (Percentage), VOLUME indicator always lights when the MX130 is turned on
and operating. The selected volume is indicated as a percentage of maximum, with numbers
reading from 0 to 99. The indicator also shows the amount of volume level trim that is used
for each channel during the surround sound level calibration procedure.
J. LISTEN
Selects any of the 12 audio input program signals that will feed the six Unbalanced outputs, the two Balanced outputs and the 6 CHANNEL OUTPUT connector. These are Area
"A" signals. The audio signals for Satellite, TV, Laser Vision, VCR1, VCR2 and V-AUX will have
their corresponding Video signals switched simultaneously. The selected LISTEN video signals
will appear at the MON A Video Outputs. You can select either audio only programs for listening, or audio/video programs for listening and viewing.
The VCR1, VCR2, TAPE 1, TAPE 2 and Area "B" outputs are not affected by the LISTEN
switch.
K. VOLUME / MUTING LED, (Area "A")
Adjusts the volume level of all six Unbalanced outputs, the two Balanced outputs and all
corresponding signals at the 6 CHANNEL OUTPUT Connector. These are Area "A" outputs.
The VCR1, VCR2, TAPE 1, TAPE 2 and Area "B" Outputs are not affected by the front panel
VOLUME Control.
A RED MUTING LED is included above the VOLUME control. Mute AREA "A" by pressing
the MUTE pushbutton on the MX 130 Remote Controller. The LED blinks on and off when AREA
"A" is muted. Unmute by pressing the MUTE pushbutton again, pushing an UP ( ) or
DOWN ( ) VOLUME pushbutton or by moving the front panel VOLUME control.
Mute Area "B" with the Remote Controller transmitting to a sensor or keypad in Area "B".
L. LOUDNESS and BALANCE (Concentric Controls)
BALANCE control, (large outer knob): Adjusts the volume of the Left and Right channels
relative to each other. The BALANCE control affects only the LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT
Unbalanced, LEFT and RIGHT Balanced, Area "A", Outputs. The BALANCE Control is effective in all five modes of operation.
L, (Left): Turn the control to the left to accent the left channels by reducing the volume
of the right channels.
R, (Right): Turn the control to the right to accent the right channels by reducing the volume
of the left channels.
The VCR1, VCR2, TAPE1, TAPE2 and Area "B" Outputs are not affected by the BALANCE
Control.
LOUDNESS control, (small inner knob): Provides frequency response contoured to Conn-
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pensate for the behavior of the human ear at softer listening levels. At the fully counterclockwise detent position, the frequency response is perfectly flat and the loudness circuit
components are removed from the signal path. Turn the control clockwise to modify the frequency response in the correct proportion required for softer listening levels. The compensated frequency response is not affected by changes in the volume control settings. First
adjust the VOLUME Control for the desired listening level, then adjust the LOUDNESS Control to the setting you personally prefer.
The LOUDNESS Control affects the LEFT FRONT, CENTER. RIGHT FRONT SUBWOOFer
Unbalanced, LEFT and RIGHT Balanced outputs and the corresponding outputs on the 6
CHANNEL Connector. These are Area "A" Outputs. The LOUDNESS Control is effective in
all five modes of operation.
The VCR1, VCR2, TAPE 1, TAPE 2 and Area "B" Outputs are not affected by the LOUDNESS
Control.
NOTE: The flat frequency response setting of the LOUDNESS Control is at the FULLY
COUNTER CLOCKWISE position, not at the center or 12 o'clock position where the
BALANCE Control is neutral.
M. SYS CAL (SYStem CALibrate)
Allows the volume level of all six channels to be accurately set using the built-in MX130
noise generator. Calibration includes individual channel volume adjustment or trimming which
may be required due to room geometry or differences in amplifiers or speakers. The calibration can be done by automatic or manual switching of the noise generator to each channel,
depending on the setting of the MX130 rear panel SURROUND CALIBRATE switch. The chosen
level calibration settings are then retained in the Control Center memory.
Surround sound calibration is possible in the HALL, CINEMA 1 and CINEMA 2 Modes.
Normal listening levels and surround calibration volume levels can be set as you desire
for HALL or CINEMA 1 Modes. For CINEMA 2 or Home THX ® Audio Mode, the requirements are more specific. Refer to the manual section "MclNTOSH HOME
THEATER SURROUND SOUND VOLUME LEVEL CALIBRATION" for calibration procedures for both CINEMA 1 and CINEMA 2.
An LED lights above the SYS CAL pushbutton during calibration operation.
N.
SURR LEVEL (SURRound LEVEL), UP ( ) or DOWN ( )
The UP ( ) or ( ) pushbuttons adjust the volume level match of all six channels as described
in the manual section "MclNTOSH HOME THEATER SURROUND SOUND VOLUME LEVEL
CALIBRATION."
O. SURR PROC (SURRound PROCessor)
Press the SURR PROC pushbutton if you wish to remove all signal processing functions
in HALL, CINEMA 1 or CINEMA 2 modes and return to normal STEREO mode. Press again
to restore signal processing.
An LED above the SURR PROC pushbutton turns on to indicate when signal processing
is active.
P.
REC LOCK (RECord LOCK)
Press this pushbutton to turn off Area "B" and disable any remote Area "B" sensors or
keypads. This avoids the possibility of someone accidentally sending a control signal from
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Area "B" that would disrupt a recording process set up in Area "A".
Q.
PRESET
Press the PRESET button to cycle through the 8 presets available on both the AM and FM
broadcast bands. The numerical indicator at the left side of the lower display window indicates
the number of the preset selected.
R.
CAMCORDER, VIDEO, S VIDEO, L and R AUDIO, (Behind Door)
A Camcorder with audio and either S or standard video outputs can be connected to the
MX130 on the front panel for convenient audio/video playback. To access the Camcorder
connections, press the ACCESS pushbutton to open the motor driven door. When the door
opens, the rear panel V-AUX VIDEO inputs are automatically switched to the front panel Camcorder Video inputs. The rear panel V-AUX audio inputs are automatically switched to the
front jacks when audio cables are inserted into the Camcorder Audio jacks. Press ACCESS
again to close the door.
S.
HEADPHONES (Behind Door)
Plug in a pair of low impedance dynamic headphones to this jack for two channel stereo
headphone listening. The headphone outputs are configured so you always hear the full two
channel stereo information which maintains the phantom center channel, even when the surround sound signals are feeding the six loudspeakers in CINEMA 1 or CINEMA 2 modes. Access the PHONES jack by pressing the ACCESS pushbutton to open the motor driven door.
T.
DELAY
This switch allows you to change the time delay of the signals in the surround sound channels in HALL, CINEMA 1 and CINEMA 2. The numbers indicate the time delay in milliseconds
when the MX130 is in CINEMA 1 or CINEMA 2 operating modes. The HALL mode of operation has slightly longer delay times. Refer to the chart below for the exact delay times for
each mode.
The CENTER, 20ms position, is the recommended initial setting for all operating modes
using surround sound.
The longer delay times simulate the listening effect of a larger listening room or hall. The
shorter delay times simulate a smaller or more intimate listening area. You may wish to experiment with different delay settings based on your personal preferences.
CINEMA 1 and CINEMA 2 MODE DELAY TIMES
The delay times for each switch setting indicated on the front panel are rounded to 1 ms.
FRONT PANEL INDICATION
ACTUAL TIME DELAY IN MILLISECONDS
12
16
20 (Recommended Setting)
24
28
12.2ms
16.4ms
20.5ms
24.6ms
28.7ms
HALL MODE DELAY TIMES
In the HALL operating mode, the time delays are slightly longer than the panel indications.
Set the delay according to your personal preference. The shorter delay times simulate a smaller
room, while the longer delays simulate a large room or concert hall.
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20 (Recommended Setting)
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U.
ACCESS
Press the ACCESS pushbutton to open the motor driven door over the Camcorder and Headphone connectors. When the door opens, the rear panel V-AUX VIDEO inputs are switched
to the Camcorder Video inputs. The rear panel V-AUX AUDIO inputs are automatically switched
to the front panel Audio inputs when audio cables are inserted into the Camcorder jacks.
Press ACCESS again to close the door.
V. ( ) TUNE ( )
Press either the UP ( ) or DOWN ( ) TUNE pushbutton to tune up or down frequency in
either the AM or FM broadcast band. The AM band changes frequency in 10KHz steps and
the FM band in 100KHz steps.
W.
1.
2.
3.
ENTER (Use to program Tuner station presets)
Select either the AM or FM broadcast band with the AM/FM pushbutton.
Tune to the desired broadcast station frequency using the TUNE pushbuttons.
Press the ENTER pushbutton. The LED above the pushbutton will turn on.
The MX130 will remain in the preset ENTER mode for 10 seconds to allow the following preset programming steps.
4. Push the PRESET pushbutton and scroll to the PRESET number desired for that particular station.
5. Press the ENTER pushbutton a second time to activate the memory. The LED above
the ENTER pushbutton will turn off and the station selection preset will be memorized.
6. Repeat the above steps 1 through 5 to memorize presets for a total of 8 AM and 8 FM
station frequencies.
(If the MX130 AC line cord is disconnected, or AC power is interrupted, the back-up power
supply turns off and the tuner preset memory will be lost. You will then have to reprogram
the tuner presets.)
X.
AM/FM
Selects either the AM or the FM broadcast band.
Y.
POWER
Press POWER to turn on the MX 130 system. The front panel will illuminate and show the
program signals and operating modes selected in Area "A". Only the Area "A" outputs and
Area "A" power amplifier will turn ON. The Area "A" power amplifier AC power cord must
be connected to, or controlled by, the MX130 rear panel Area "A" AC outlet.
Area "B" Outputs and the dedicated Area "B" power amplifier can be turned on
only in Area "B" by a keypad or remote controller transmitting to an Area "B" sensor.
The Area "B" power amplifier AC power cord must be connected to, or controlled by, the
MX130 rear panel Area "B" outlet.
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The descriptions and (unctions of the MX 130 Remote Controller pushbuttons refer to the
numbers on the drawing.
1. Select any of the 12 Audio or Audio/Video LISTEN program signals in Area "A". Select any
of the same 12 Audio or Audio/Video program signals in Area "B". The selected Area "B"
signals are also the RECORD program signals.
2. Select Tuner station presets or relay operation on the HC-1 Home Controller.
To operate the HC-1, first press the HOME pushbutton (4) and then the desired pushbuttons 0 through 9 (2) within five seconds to activate the relays on the HC-1.
To operate the Tuner presets, first press TUNER and then press any numbered pushbutton
1 through 8.
The number pushbuttons also function with the RCT-1 Remote Control Translator, when it
is programmed to allow the MX130 to remotely control other brand products.
3. Select CD Player, CD Changer or tape recorder functions.
Using a Mclntosh SINGLE DISC CD PLAYER, STOP. BACK TRACK, (
), NEXT TRACK
( ) and PLAY functions can be performed.
Using a Mclntosh CD CHANGER, STOP, BACK TRACK (
), NEXT TRACK (
} and
PLAY functions can be performed while a disc is playing.
When the CD c h a n g e r is in the STOP position, BACK TRACK (
) selects the SINGLE
DISC and NEXT TRACK (
} selects which of the other six discs you wish to play. After
pressing STOP, the first time you press NEXT (
), disc number 1 is selected. Press again
as desired to select discs 2 through 6.
FOR EXAMPLE: To select disc number 6 from the single disc play mode, press STOP and
then NEXT (
) six times. To select disc number 2, press STOP and then press NEXT (
)
twice. To select the disc in the SINGLE disc slot, press STOP and then press BACK (
) once.
4. Press HOME to operate the HC-1 Home Controller functions. Within five seconds press
a pushbutton number from 0 to 9 to control the desired relays on the HC-1.
5. Press SYS OFF to turn the entire MX130 system off from either Area "A" or Area "B".
In Area "B", pressing POWER turns on only Area "B" after the SYS OFF is activated.
6. Press POWER to turn on the main system in Area "A". Press in Area "B" to turn on just
Area "B" Outputs and dedicated power amplifier. Each time Area "B" is turned on, TUNER
is automatically selected at a volume level 50dB below maximum. The Area "A" power amplifier
and dedicated Area "B" power amplifier AC power cords must be connected to or controlled
by their respective MX130 rear panel Area "A" and Area "B" AC outlets.
7. Select Tuner functions of AM, FM, SEEK UP ( ) or SEEK DOWN ( ). When an RCT-1
Translator is being used to control a TV set, the SEEK UP or DOWN pushbuttons can be used
to change TV channels.
8. First press TUNER and then press REVIEW to start the automatic 3 second audition of
each of the preset stations stored in tuner memory. Press REVIEW again to stop on the desired
preset. Cancel the REVIEW process by pressing REVIEW a second time, or pressing any other
Tuner function pushbutton.
9. E, (ENTER or EXTRA) is used for controlling functions of an accessory component when
an RCT-1 Remote Control Translator is being used.
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10. Press MUTE to mute the audio signals
separately in either Area "A" or "B". Area "A"
muting is indicated by the front panel LED above
the VOLUME control blinking on and oft. To unmute Area "A", press MUTE a second time, press
an UP ( ) or DOWN ( ) VOLUME pushbutton or
turn the front panel VOLUME control.
Area "B" muting is indicated by the LED in
a wall sensor or keypad blinking on and off. To
unmute Area "B", press MUTE again or press
an UP ( ] or DOWN ( ) VOLUME pushbutton.
11. SP (Surround Processor) pushbutton
switches Area "A" surround signal processing
functions IN or OUT in HALL, CINEMA 1 or
CINEMA 2 modes. When signal processing is
switched OUT, the MX130 returns to normal
STEREO operating mode.
An LED above the front panel SURR PROC
pushbutton turns on to indicate when signal processing is active.
12. Press either the UP ( ) or DOWN ( ) SURROUND pushbutton to calibrate individual channel level balance during surround sound calibration procedure on all six channels. You can
also raise or lower the surround sound levels during normal operation with these pushbuttons.
13. Press UP VOLUME ( ) to raise the listening volume and DOWN VOLUME ( ) to lower
the listening volume. All six channels are affected.
The VCR1, VCR2, TAPE1, TAPE2 and Area "B" Outputs are not affected by the remote volume
pushbuttons.
14. Press ACC (ACCessory) OFF or ACC ON to control the AC Power of an accessory component that is being used in combination with an RCT-1 Remote Control Translator.
HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES IN THE MX130 HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROLLER
Slide open the battery compartment. Insert two type AA batteries into the compartment,
making sure to observe the battery polarities Indicated in the battery compartment.
When the batteries are nearing exhaustion, the effective range of the remote controller
decreases, and MAY even fail to operate. In this case, replace both batteries with fresh ones.
NOTE:
1. Do not mix old and new batteries. Use ONLY batteries that are new.
2. Make sure both batteries are of the same type and identical.
3. To prevent damage caused by possible battery leakage, remove the batteries from the
remote controller if it is not going to be used for an extended period of time.
4. Never dismantle batteries or dispose of them in a fire, as they may explode. Dispose of
old batteries in an approved method for proper safety.
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Use high quality cables to interconnect the audio and video accessory equipment used with your MX 130 Audio/Video Tuner Control Center. This will ensure the best possible performance from your Mclntosh Audio/Video Tuner Home Theater and Stereo
system. Your Mclntosh dealer can advise you on the types and lengths of cables best
suited for your particular installation.
ALL SIGNALS FED TO THE SIX UNBALANCED OUTPUTS ALSO APPEAR AT THE
MX130 REAR PANEL 6 CHANNEL OUTPUT CONNECTOR AND ARE FED THROUGH
AN OPTIONAL 25 CONDUCTOR SUBMINIATURE "D" MALE-TO-FEMALE COMPUTER
TYPE CABLE TO A MATCHING CONNECTOR ON A MclNTOSH MC7106 SIX CHANNEL
POWER AMPLIFIER. THE CHANNEL IS AS FOLLOWS:
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
6:
Center Front
Left Surround
Left Front
Right Front
Subwoofer
Right Surround
1. SUR (SURround)
Connect a pair of cables from the SURround AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to the inputs of the
power amplifier channels which will feed left and right surround sound loudspeakers.
2. CENTER
Connect a cable from the CENTER AUDIO OUTPUT jack to the amplifier channel that will
feed a center front loudspeaker.
3. SUBWOOF(SUBWOOFer)
Connect a cable from the SUBWOOFer AUDIO OUTPUT jack to the amplifier channel
feeding a subwoofer loudspeaker. This output includes only audio frequencies of 80Hz and
lower.
4. FRONT
Connect a pair of cables from the FRONT AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to the left and right front
amplifiers. Use these outputs if you are operating the MX 130 as a conventional two channel
control center.
These same signals that feed the FRONT AUDIO OUTPUT jacks also feed the BALANCED
OUTPUTS, (See No. 19.)
5. VCR1, VCR2
Connect cables from the MX 130 VCR1 and VCR2 AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to the high level
audio inputs of two VCR units. These connections allow you to record the audio portion of
ANY input selected by the RECORD switch.
6. TAPE 1, TAPE 2
Connect cables from the MX 130 TAPE1 and TAPE2 AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to the high level
inputs of two audio tape recorders. These connections allow you to record the audio portion
of ANY input selected by the RECORD switch.
7. RECORD PROCESSOR, FROM AND TO
An external signal processor can be added to the MX 130 which will affect audio recording
signals only at the VCR1, VCR2, TAPE 1 and TAPE 2 audio outputs. The PROCESSOR FROM
jacks have built-in switching contacts that allow normal signals to pass through when no cables
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are connected. When an external signal processor is properly connected, the program signals
will feed to the processor from the MX130 PROCESSOR TO jacks, and return to the MX130
at the PROCESSOR FROM jacks.
Connect a pair of cables from the external processor Outputs to the MX 130 PROCESSOR
FROM jacks. Connect another pair of cables from the external processor Inputs to the MX130
PROCESSOR TO jacks.
WHEN AN EXTERNAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR IS CONNECTED TO THE MX130 RECORD
PROCESSOR JACKS, THE PROCESSOR MUST BE TURNED ON AND OPERATING, OR
IN BYPASS MODE, FOR THE PROGRAM SIGNALS TO BE FED TO THE VCR, TAPE OR
AREA "B" AUDIO OUTPUTS.
8. VCR1, 2 and V-AUX (Auxiliary)
Connect cables from the Audio Outputs of VCR units or other similar A/V Tuner accessories
to these three AUDIO INPUTS.
9. LV (Laser Video)
Connect a pair of cables from a Laser Video Disc player Audio Outputs to the LV AUDIO
INPUTS.
10. TV
Connect a pair of cables from the Audio Outputs of a TV set. TV Monitor or TV Tuner to
the TV INPUTS.
11. SAT (SATellite)
Connect a pair of cables from the Audio Outputs of a Satellite TV Tuner or Receiver to the
SAT INPUTS.
12. TAPE 1 and TAPE 2
Connect a pair of cables from the Outputs of two audio tape recorders to the TAPE 1 and
TAPE 2 INPUTS.
13. CD1, CD2
Connect a pair of cables from the output of two CD players to the CD1 and CD2 INPUTS.
For example, CD1 Inputs could be used for a single disc player, and CD2 Inputs for a CD
changer.
When the C39 is used with the CR10 Remote Control System, only the CD2 input will function with the CR10.
14. 75 Ohm FM ANTenna
Coaxial "F" type connector for a 75 ohm FM antenna. Four different types of FM antennas
can be used with the MX130.
1. The flexible 75 ohm indoor dipole antenna supplied with your MX130 makes a convenient
antenna for urban or high signal strength areas. Extend the two dipole sections as straight
as possible. The antenna can be tacked behind the enclosure cabinet, placed under a rug
or along the wall. Since the antenna is directional, you may have to experiment with the correct position for best reception of your favorite FM stations. An indoor antenna may not prove
effective in houses or buildings with metal siding or insulation.
2. An all channel (UHF-VHF-FM) antenna can be connected. This type of antenna will be
similar to the flexible dipole in reception, but may be more convenient to install.
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3. An outdoor antenna designed specifically for the FM broadcast band is the best for optimum reception in all areas. In fringe areas, a directional FM antenna with a rotor is recommended. A rotor allows you to position the antenna for the best possible reception of a specific
FM station. Consult your Mclntosh dealer for assistance if you decide to install an outdoor
FM antenna system.
4. A signal from your local cable company can also be connected- Consult your Mclntosh
dealer and the cable company for installation assistance.
15 and 16. AUX (Auxiliary) and PH (PHono)
Both the PHono and Auxiliary inputs are selected by the same position on the front panel
LISTEN and RECORD selector switches. Either the PHono or Auxiliary inputs can be used,
but not both at the same time. When a pair of cables is connected to the Auxiliary input
jacks, the PHono section is automatically bypassed.
Auxiliary: Connect a pair of cables from the outputs of an accessory component to the
AUX INPUTS.
To use the PHono inputs, FIRST remove any cables connected to the AUX inputs.
PHono: Connect a pair of cables from a record player with a moving magnet phono cartridge to the PH INPUTS.
AUX: Connect a pair of cables from the high level outputs of an accessory component
to the AUX inputs.
17. GND (Ground)
If the phono player being used has a separate ground lead, connect it to the GND terminal.
18. AM LOOPSTICK ANTENNA
When the MX 130 is packed for shipping, the AM loopstick antenna is folded flat and taped
against the rear panel. Remove the securing tape and fold it out, away from the panel for
proper AM reception. The AM loopstick antenna is directional so it is designed to be easily
moved to a wide range of positions. This allows you to move the loopstick to the position
for the best possible reception of your favorite AM stations.
19. L and R BALANCED OUTPUTS
Connect cables with XLR type Balanced Connectors from the MX 130 L (Left) and R (Right)
BALANCED OUTPUT jacks to the balanced input jacks of the power amplifier. Signals at the
BALANCED jacks are present whenever the MX130 Area "A" is on and operating, and are
the same signals as at the Unbalanced Left Front and Right Front Outputs.
Using balanced connectors and cables can reduce noise and interference by as much
as 40dB. This extra noise reduction can be a significant improvement, especially if the cables
are quite long.
If two separate mono power amplifiers are used with the MX130 to reproduce the
Left and Right Front signals, balanced cables can eliminate the possibility of hum
pickup.
If cable lengths between the MX130 and the power amplifiers are one meter or less, you
may find high quality unbalanced cables to be satisfactory.
Balanced Jack Pin Configuration:
Pin 1. System Ground
Pin 2. + Output
Pin 3. - Output
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20. ANT/CABLE, TV and MODULATOR
ANT/CABLE: Connect a coaxial cable from a TV Antenna or Cable Output to the ANT/CABLE
Coaxial connector.
TV: Connect a coaxial cable from the MX 130 TV coaxial output to the coaxial antenna input of a TV receiver being used as a monitor. Whenever the MX130 is turned OFF, the RF
signals feed from the ANT/CABLE connector directly to the TV connector and the TV set for
normal TV reception.
When the MX 130 is turned on, and any of the VIDEO signal sources are selected, the signal
from the ANT/CABLE is turned off and the TV will receive audio/video signals selected by
the MX130. The MX130 MODULATOR feeds only mono audio signals to the TV.
CHANNEL 3 - 4: Set this switch for the channel on the TV you w o u l d like to receive the
audio/video signals.
INPUT A-B: Switch to position "A" for audio/video signals selected by the front panel LISTEN
"A" selector switch, or to position "B" for audio/video signals selected by the RECORD "B"
switch.
TV AUDIO (Control): Adjust the TV AUDIO volume control for the desired audio level from
the TV.
21. AC OUTLETS (Total of Three)
The SWITCHED AC outlet turns on whenever the MX130 is turned on in either Area "A"
or Area "B", and can be used to power any audio or video accessory used in the system.
AREA A PWR AMP outlet supplies AC to the power amplifier connected for use in the Main,
or Area "A", whenever the MX130 is turned on.
AREA "B" PWR AMP outlet supplies AC to the power amplifier connected to the Area "B"
Outputs and is live on only when AREA "B" is turned on from AREA "B".
The Area "B" Outputs and dedicated power amplifier can only be turned on by the
MX130 Remote Controller or WK-1 keypad in Area "B".
To expand the number and current capability of any of the three AC outlets, a power control relay such as the R612 or PC-2 can be used.
TOTAL CURRENT CAPACITY OF ALL MX130 REAR PANEL AC OUTLETS IS 1400 WATTS
22. POWER CONTROL
This connector supplies a 5 volt DC Logic 1 control signal to feed to a Power Control Input
on a Mclntosh MC7106 Power Amplifier or other compatible accessory to turn its AC power
on and off.
The interconnect cable from the MX130 POWER CONTROL jack to the MC7106
POWER CONTROL IN jack uses single conductor shielded wire with 1/8" mini phone
plugs. Connections are to the sleeve and tip of the plug.
23. SURROUND CALIBRATE, (AUTO, MANual)
Set this switch to the AUTOMATIC position for the built-in noise generator to automatically
switch its signal to each of the six channels in sequence, for surround volume level calibration and trim procedure required for HALL, CINEMA 1 and CINEMA 2 operating modes.
Set the switch to the MANUAL position for manually switching the built-in noise generator
to each of the six channels.
Press the SYS CAL pushbutton to start the calibration process in either Manual or Auto mode.
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Refer to the manual section "MclNTOSH HOME THEATER SURROUND SOUND
VOLUME LEVEL CALIBRATION" for detailed information on the surround level calibration procedure.
24. AREA B OUTput, (L and R)
Connect a pair of cables from the AREA "B", L (Left) and R (Right) OUTputs to the inputs
of the dedicated power amplifier that is connected to the loudspeakers in Area "B". Each
time Area "B" is turned on, TUNER is automatically selected at a volume level 50dB below
maximum.
Area "B" must first be turned ON in Area "B", by a keypad or remote controller
transmitting to an Area "B" sensor, before the Area "B" outputs will operate.
25. CENTER SPEAKER, (NONE, SMALL and LARGE THX)
The CENTER SPEAKER Switch is effective only in the CINEMA 1 and CINEMA 2
modes.
NONE: Set the CENTER SPEAKER SWITCH to the NONE position when no center speaker
is being used- All the Left and Right signals are sent to the Left and Right front channel
loudspeakers to maintain the Phantom Center channel effect.
SMALL: Set the switch to the SMALL position when a small compact speaker is used for
Center channel reproduction. This switch setting includes a low pass filter that allows only
decoded center channel frequencies above 100Hz to be fed to the small center speaker. All
Center low frequencies below 100Hz are then fed to the respective Left and Right Front
loudspeakers.
LARGE (THX): Set the switch to the LARGE position when a full size, full range speaker
is used for the Center channel. The switch must be in this position for Home THX® Audio
(CINEMA 2) operating mode.
26. VIDEO OUTPUTS, (MONitor A, MONitor B, VCR1 and VCR2, S and Standard)
MONitor A: Connect cables from either the S or Standard MONitor A Video output to the
Video input on a TV monitor for video signals selected by the LISTEN Area "A" Switch. The
corresponding audio signals will be switched simultaneously.
MONitor B: Connect cables from either the S or Standard MONitor B Video Output to the
Video input on a TV monitor for video signals selected by the RECORD Area "B" Switch.
The corresponding audio signals will be switched simultaneously.
VCR1: Connect cables from either the S or Standard VCR1 Video Output to the video inputs of a VCR.
VCR2: Connect cables from either the S or Standard VCR2 Video Output to the video inputs of a second VCR.
Use either S or Standard Video connectors for all inputs and outputs. Do not mix
connector types.
27. CENTER FILL, (ON, OFF)
Set the switch to ON to activate the Center channel output when using the MONO, STEREO
or HALL modes of operation. The center channel outputs in this configuration are the Left
and Right channel stereo signals combined. This switch has no effect when using CINEMA
1 or CINEMA 2 modes of operation.
28. SUB WOOFer
This switch turns the subwoofer channel on or off in MONO, STEREO and HALL operating
modes. The subwoofer always operates in CINEMA 1 and CINEMA 2 modes, regardless of
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this switch setting.
29. HIGH PASS FILTERS
Set the switch to ON to remove all low frequencies below 80Hz from the Left Front, Center
and Right Front speakers. This mode of operation is preferred when all three front speakers
are small and compact. A Subwoofer will then be necessary to handle all bass frequencies
of 80Hz and lower. The ON position also automatically switches the SUBWOOFER channel
ON, regardless of other switch settings. Set the switch to OFF when full range front speakers
are used. The HIGH PASS FILTERS switch functions in all operating modes.
30. CHANNEL OUTPUT
This connector accepts a 25 conductor shielded subminiature "D" male-to-female computer type cable that feeds all six program signals and the AC power control signal to the
matching 6 channel (THX) connector on the rear panel of the Mclntosh MC7106 six channel
power amplifier. A single cable connection between the MX130 and MC7106 makes an easy
and convenient installation for a Mclntosh Home Theater system.
31. DATA PORTS
The 14 DATA PORTS provide data signals to be fed to compatible audio and video accessories. This allows you to control the accessory components with their own remote controllers transmitting to an MX130 sensor.
The HOME DATA port is provided for connecting to the HC-1 Home Controller. This allows
you to control accessories such as lights or viewing screen motors.
The SUM DATA port is used for connecting to the Mclntosh Model RCT-1 Remote Control
Translator. Any IR signal transmitted to a CR39 sensor results in data signals at this port.
The RCT-1 is a learning device that will allow the MX130 to remotely control most major brands
of accessory components.
All cables connected from the DATA ports use shielded wire with 1/8" mini phone
plugs. Connections are to the sleeve and tip of the plug.
32. EXTERNAL SENSORS (AREA A and AREA B)
Connect a coaxial cable from the AREA A EXTERNAL SENSOR coaxial connector to an
R649 Wall IR Sensor, WK-1 or WK-2 Keypad. This allows the MX130 Remote Controller to
send control signals to the MX130 for Area "A" functions without aiming it at the MX130
front panel. An example would be if the MX130 were installed behind a cabinet door that
would block the front panel sensor.
Connect a coaxial cable from the AREA B EXTERNAL SENSOR connector to an R649 Wall
IR sensor or Keypad installed in the remote Area "B". This allows you to turn on Area "B"
and select all the available system operating modes and program selections in Area "B".
Area "B" must have its own dedicated power amplifier and speakers.
All coaxial connections use either RG59U or RG6 coaxial cable. As many as four
Keypads or Sensors can be connected in parallel on each coaxial cable.
33. CD1/CD2 CONTROL
Connect a Mclntosh Model W101 CD Control cable from the CD1 or CD2 CONTROL socket
to a matching connector socket on a Mclntosh CD player or changer. This allows you to control CD player functions with the MX130 hand held remote controller transmitting to an MX130
sensor. You could use CD1 for a single play CD player and CD2 for a CD changer.
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34. VIDEO INPUTS, SAT, TV, LV, VCR1, VCR2, and V-AUX (S or Standard)
Connect coaxial cables from the video outputs of six separate video accessories to the
appropriate video inputs. These six video inputs can be selected by either the LISTEN, Area
"A" switch, or the RECORD, Area "B" switch. The corresponding audio signals are also
selected simultaneously.
Use either S or Standard Video connectors for all inputs and outputs. Do not mix
connector types.
35. AM ANTenna
A DIN connector socket is provided to allow an external AM antenna to be added for greater
AM signal pickup sensitivity. This can be either a long single lead wire, or a shielded loop cable.
Connect a long line AM antenna to terminal number "4" on a male 7 pin DIN plug and
insert the plug into the AM ANTenna socket on the MX130 rear panel.
A shielded loop consists of a length of shielded microphone cable or coax cable, arranged
in a single turn loop. For best reception, orient the loop vertically. It may be attached around
the frame of a window, behind a curtain, on the back of the equipment cabinet or in some
similar manner. Signal strength is proportional to the size of the loop. The larger the loop,
the greater is the signal strength.
To prepare the loop antenna from the shielded cable, strip 3/4 of an inch of outer insulation
from each of the cable ends. At one end, completely remove the 3/4" of shield, since the
shield is not connected at this end of the cable. Then remove 3/8" of insulation from the center
conductor. On the other end of the cable, leave the shield intact and strip 3/8" of insulation
from the center conductor. On this end only, twist the center conductor and the shield together
so they make a good electrical connection.
At the cable end with the exposed center conductor and no shield, connect only the center
conductor of the cable to terminal number "4" on a male 7 pin DIN connector plug. Connect
the other end of the cable, with the center conductor and shield connected together, to terminal number "7" on the DIN plug. Terminal number "7" is also chassis ground. Insert the
DIN plug into the AM ANTenna socket on the MX130 rear panel to connect the loop.
GROUND
AM ANTenna Connector Terminals.
(Shown facing rear panel)
AM ANTENNA
36. TO MULTI-ROOM CONTROLLER
Connect a 25 conductor shielded subminiature "D" male-to-male computer type cable from
the MX130 TO MULTI-ROOM CONNECTOR to the matching connector on a Mclntosh CR10
Remote Control System. With a CR10 connected, as many as four additional remote areas
can be controlled. CD2, TUNER, TAPE 1, TAPE 2 and PH/AUX can be used by the CR10. All
signals selected by the MX130 LISTEN, Area "A" switch are fed to the VIDEO inputs on the
CR10.
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A Home Theater combines the newest high fidelity surround sound audio concepts with
the high quality video reproduction of the latest big screen TV sets and monitors. All the excitement of the special audio and video effects of today's action movies are now possible
in your own home using a laser video disc player or VCR as a source.
All movies produced by major film companies have soundtracks that are encoded with
Dolby Surround Sound. The decoding process is called Dolby Pro Logic and results in four
separate soundtracks which are Left Front, Center, Right Front, and Surround. This concept
is the heart of the Home Theater audio experience.
Lucasfilm Ltd. has developed a process for enhancing the reproduction of Dolby Pro Logic
movie soundtracks by adding additional signal processing to all the Dolby decoded soundtracks. This process is called Home THX Audio.
To experience the maximum pleasure from your Mclntosh Home Theater System, the electronics and loudspeakers should be set up as closely as possible to the recommended configurations. You may find it convenient to take advantage of the technical knowledge and experience of your Mclntosh dealer to assist you in the setup procedure.
Reproducing Dolby Surround movie soundtracks with Dolby Pro Logic decoding requires a
specific selection and location of loudspeakers. If you are using the optional Mclntosh THX-M
module in your MX130 for Home THX Audio processing, the requirements are even more specific.
Mclntosh has introduced the HT Home Theater line of loudspeakers specifically designed
for home theater use. These loudspeakers include models for Left Front, Center and Right
Front, Surround Sound and a Subwoofer. The Mclntosh HT Series loudspeakers are licensed
for Home THX Audio, and are ideal for reproducing Dolby Surround encoded movie soundtracks using Dolby Pro Logic decoding as well as Home THX Audio processing enhancement.
These loudspeakers also reproduce normal stereo music sources such as a compact disc
with outstanding fidelity.
Mclntosh is also manufacturing the Model MC7106, six channel power amplifier, specifically
designed for Home Theater use. The MC7106 is also licensed for Home THX Audio and includes a convenient 25 conductor THX connector that accommodates a computer type cable
to receive all six audio channels and AC power control from a matching connector on an
MX130 Control Center.
Dolby Pro Logic decoding produces four specific channels of audio information from a Dolby
Surround encoded soundtrack. These channels include Left Front. Center, Right Front and
Surround sound.
The front left and right loudspeakers provide the fundamental two channel stereo music
and sound. The center channel is also called the dialog channel since it reproduces soundtrack dialog information. A center channel greatly increases the intelligibility of spoken dialog.
The three front loudspeakers should have wide horizontal sound dispersion to allow the
effective area for audience participation to be spread as wide as possible in the home theater
room. The vertical acoustic dispersion of the front speakers should be restricted to avoid
floor and ceiling reflections that could interfere with the indirect reflected surround sounds.
The Dolby Pro Logic decoded surround sound signal is mono, but requires two separate
loudspeakers. One is mounted on the left wall of the listening area and the other on the right
wall. They should be approximately at or slightly above ear height. For the correct ambience
effect, surround sound must be non directional and reflected from the room wall and appear
to come from all directions, rather than heard directly from the loudspeakers.
The addition of a subwoofer can greatly enhance the enjoyment of your home theater. A
subwoofer can reproduce the exciting low frequency music and sound effects of today's action
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movies with a dramatic impact. Since a subwoofer is inherently non directional, it can be
placed in a variety of room locations. A good subwoofer also allows the optional use of smaller
and less conspicuous loudspeakers in the front and center locations.
Home THX Audio specifies that a subwoofer be used. The MX130 includes the required
circuits to feed the correct bass signals of 80Hz and lower to the output that feeds the subwoofer power amplifier.
Home THX Cinema Directivity
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The front speakers must be aimed directly at the
listening area, This is due to their vertical directivity,
which greatly enhances dialog intelligibility and image localization.
The Surround speakers must be even with and above
the listener. This ensures that the audience hears only
ambient, reflected sound from the Surround channels,
and can never localize them independently.
These drawings, courtesy of Lucasfilm Ltd., show a typical Home Theater layout.
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The Mclntosh MX130 has a convenient built-in noise generator to allow trimming volume
levels tor each of the six channels. This process is described as Surround S o u n d Calibration. These selected volume levels are then retained the MX 130 Control Center memory. (The
Dolby Reference Level is 200mV at the input.)
MANUAL CHANNEL CYCLING FOR CINEMA 1 DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND LEVEL
CALIBRATION
1. Set the MODE Switch to CINEMA 1.
2. Set the MX130 VOLUME control to a level indication of 30% ± 10%.
3. Set the rear panel SURROUND CALIBRATE Switch to MANUAL.
Press the SYS CAL surround level calibration pushbutton. This starts the built-in noise
generator and feeds it first to the LEFT FRONT channel to begin the level calibration process. Each further press of the SYS CAL pushbutton feeds the noise generator signal to the
other five channels in the following order: CENTER, RIGHT FRONT, RIGHT SURROUND, LEFT
SURROUND and finally the SUBWOOFER.
Adjust the levels of each of the six individual channels with the front panel UP ( ) or DOWN
( ) SURR LEVEL pushbuttons until you achieve the level match you prefer in the listening
area. It is recommended that all channel volume levels be as close to the same as possible.
Any changes made in channel calibration levels will be read as a TRIM number on the
front panel % VOLUME indicator. Trim numbers will indicate + (Plus) or - (Minus) from 0
to 19. You may repeat the calibration process as often as desired until you are satisfied with
the results.
After the last channel, the Subwoofer, has been calibrated, press the SYS CAL
pushbutton again to exit the calibration mode.
You can also exit or cancel the calibration mode at any time by adjusting the front
panel VOLUME control or pushing one of the remote controller VOLUME pushbuttons.
The dimensions and shape of the listening room can affect bass frequencies that are
reproduced by a subwoofer. You may have to experiment with different locations for the subwoofer until you find one that works best in your room.
(For future reference, list the final calibration trim numbers in the space provided in this
manual. If the MX 130 AC power cord is disconnected from the AC power line, or AC power
is interrupted, the backup power supply will turn off and calibration memory will be lost. The
calibration process must then be repeated.)
AUTOMATIC CHANNEL CYCLING FOR CINEMA 1 DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND
SOUND LEVEL CALIBRATION
1. Set the MODE Switch to CINEMA 1.
2. Set the MX130 VOLUME control to a level indication of 30%, ± 10%.
3. Set the rear panel SURROUND CALIBRATE Switch to AUTO.
4. Press the SYS CAL Surround Level calibration pushbutton to start the automatic channel
cycling for the calibration process. The built-in noise generator turns on and automatically
feeds a signal for two seconds, to all six channels in the following order: LEFT FRONT, CENTER,
RIGHT FRONT, RIGHT SURROUND, LEFT SURROUND and SUBWOOFER.
When either the UP ( ) or DOWN ( ) SURR LEVEL pushbutton is pressed during Automatic
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channel cycling, the channel switching function will temporarily stop to allow the level to be
adjusted. One second after an UP ( ) or DOWN ( ) SURR LEVEL pushbutton has been pressed
and then released, the automatic switching will continue to the next channel.
Adjust the levels of each of the six individual channels with the front panel UP ( ) or DOWN
( ) SURR LEVEL pushbuttons until you achieve the level match you prefer in the listening
area. It is recommended that all channel volume levels be as close to the same as possible.
A convenient method for surround volume level calibration in the Automatic channel cycling mode, is to use the UP ( ) or DOWN ( ) pushbuttons on the MX130 Hand
Held Remote Controller and operate it from a position located in the listening area
at seated ear height. First press the SYS CAL pushbutton on the MX130 front panel
to start the automatic process.
Any changes made in channel calibration levels will be read as a TRIM number on the
front panel % VOLUME indicator. Trim numbers will indicate + (Plus) or - (Minus) from 0
to 19. You may repeat the calibration process as often as desired until you are satisfied with
the results.
After all six channels have been calibrated, exit the automatic channel cycling
calibration mode by momentarily pressing either an UP ( ) or DOWN ( ) VOLUME
pushbutton on the Hand Held Remote Controller, or by moving the front panel VOLUME
control.
If the front panel VOLUME control is adjusted, or the remote controller VOLUME
pushbuttons are pushed any time during the automatic channel cycling procedure,
the calibration function will be canceled.
The dimensions and shape of the listening room can affect bass frequencies that are
reproduced by a subwoofer You may have to experiment with different locations for the subwoofer until you find one that works best in your room.
(For future reference, list the final trim numbers in the space provided in this manual. If
the MX130 AC power cord is disconnected from the AC power line, or AC power is interrupted,
the backup power supply will turn off and calibration memory will be lost. The calibration
process must then be repeated.)
CINEMA 2 HOME THX AUDIO SURROUND SOUND LEVEL CALIBRATION
INTRODUCTION
The design of Home THX Audio amplifiers, preamplifiers and decoders includes careful
control of the signal gains of each of the many circuits involved. Loudspeaker sensitivities,
room size and listening distance will all contribute to the overall playback levels that are correct for the Home THX Audio process.
The built-in noise generator in the MX130 allows trimming volume levels to the desired
Home THX Audio requirements for each of the six channels. This process is described as
Surround Sound Calibration. These selected volume levels are then retained in the Control
Center memory.
After THX calibration is completed, your system, including a Home THX Audio licensed Mclntosh MC7106 power amplifier and HT Series loudspeakers, will reproduce movie soundtracks
from laser video discs at the same levels as heard by the movie producer who mixed the
original soundtracks. Video tape audio levels may vary from those of laser video discs. You
of course may change the overall volume levels to any settings you personally prefer. However,
it is nice to know that by using a Home THX Audio Mclntosh Home Theater System, you can
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precisely duplicate the original sound levels specified by the people who produced the movie.
You can use other Mclntosh power amplifiers that do not have an indicated Home THX
Audio sensitivity setting, but you may have to adjust the volume levels on the power amplifiers
to achieve the desired results.
Accurate THX Volume calibration requires the use of a calibrated sound level meter
positioned in the listening area at seated ear height. The meter is necessary to set
the acoustic sound levels from each loudspeaker to 75dB as specified by the Hone
THX Audio standards.
MANUAL CHANNEL CYCLING FOR CINEMA 2 HOME THX AUDIO SURROUND LEVEL
CALIBRATION
1. Set the MX130 LISTEN Selector switch to the LV (Laser Video Disc Player) position.
2. Set the MODE Switch to CINEMA 2.
3. Adjust the MX130 Volume control until the front panel Volume Level Indicator reads
"44". This is the recommended Home THX Audio starting reference volume setting.
This volume setting produces the required audio output when connected to a Home THX Audio
licensed Mclntosh MC7106 power amplifier driving Mclntosh HT Series loudspeakers.
4. Set the rear panel SURROUND CALIBRATE switch to MANUAL.
5. Place the sound level meter in the primary listening area. Set the meter for flat response
or C weighting, slow mode if available, and to an appropriate range for reading a sound pressure
level of 75dB.
6. Press the SYS CAL Surround calibration pushbutton. This activates the built-in noise
generator and feeds it first to the LEFT FRONT channel to start the level calibration process.
Each further press of the SYS CAL pushbutton feeds the noise generator signal to the other
five channels in the following order: CENTER, RIGHT FRONT, RIGHT SURROUND, LEFT SURROUND and finally the SUBWOOFER.
Adjust the levels of each of the six individual channels with the front panel UP ( ) or DOWN
( ) SURR LEVEL pushbutton until the sound level meter reads as close as possible to 75dB
in the listening area.
Any changes made in channel calibration levels will be read as a TRIM number on the
front panel % VOLUME indicator. Trim numbers will indicate + (Plus) or - (Minus) from 0
to 19. You may repeat the calibration process as often as desired until you are satisfied with
the results.
(For future reference, list the final calibration trim numbers in the space provided in this
manual. If the MX130 AC power cord is disconnected from the AC power line, or AC power
is interrupted, the backup power supply will turn off and calibration memory will be lost. The
calibration process must then be repeated.)
After the last channel, the Subwoofer, has been calibrated, press the SYS CAL,
pushbutton again to exit the calibration mode.
You can also exit or cancel the calibration mode at any time by adjusting the front
panel VOLUME control or pushing one of the remote controller VOLUME pushbuttons.
The dimensions and shape of the listening room can affect bass frequencies that are reproduced by a subwoofer. You may have to experiment with different locations for the subwoofer
until you find one that works best in your room.
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If the front panel VOLUME control is adjusted, or the remote controller VOLUME
buttons are pushed any time during the calibration procedure, the calibration function will be canceled.
SURROUND CALIBRATION LEVEL TRIM NUMBERS
LEFT FRONT:
CENTER;
RIGHT FRONT:
RIGHT SUR:
LEFT SUR:
SUBWOOFER:
LEFT FRONT:
CENTER:
RIGHT FRONT:
RIGHT SUR:
LEFT SUR:
SUBWOOFER:
AUTOMATIC CHANNEL CYCLING FOR CINEMA 2 HOME THX AUDIO SURROUND
LEVEL CALIBRATION
The Automatic channel cycling mode of Home THX Audio surround level calibration is not
recommended since there may not be adequate time to get valid readings from the Sound
Level Meter.
WHEN HOME THX AUDIO CINEMA 2 SURROUND CALIBRATION IS COMPLETED,
A LASER VIDEO DISC WILL PLAYBACK ITS MOVIE SOUNDTRACK IN YOUR MclNTOSH
HOME THESTER SYSTEM AT THE SAME VOLUME LEVELS HEARD BY THE MOVIE
PRODUCER WHO CREATED THE ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK. THIS WILL ALSO BE THE
SAME LEVEL THAT YOU WILL HEAR IN A THX CALIBRATED MOVIE THEATER. VIDEO
TAPE AUDIO LEVELS MAY VARY FROM THOSE OF A LASER VIDEO DISC.
SURROUND LEVEL ADJUSTMENTS DURING LISTENING
During the actual listening and viewing process of a movie, you may wish to adjust the
LEFT and RIGHT SURROUND sounds to volume levels different from this set during the
calibration process. Do this by pressing the UP ( ) or DOWN ( ) SURROUND pushbutton
on the MX130 Hand Held Remote Controller until you are satisfied with the results. These
changes will remain as long as the MX130 continues to operate.
When the MX130 is turned off, the surround sound volume level changes you made
during listening are canceled and all the original calibrated levels are restored.
If you wish to permanently recalibrate to different surround trim levels, turn off the MX 130.
This will cancel the manual level changes and restore the volume levels set in memory during the most recent calibration process. Then turn the Control Center back on and repeat
the calibration process to put your new preferred surround sound levels in memory.
Do not attempt to recalibrate surround levels after manual adjustment without first
turning the MX130 OFF and then ON, to restore the calibration memory to the original
settings.
If you do not have a sound level meter available, you can calibrate all six channel
levels by ear. You will find the results enjoyable, however, you will not necessarily be
listening at the same exciting volume level as intended by the movie producer.
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FREQUENCY RESPONSE
MONO and STEREO MODES
(LEFT, CENTER and RIGHT FRONT Channels), +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz
HALL MODE
LEFT, CENTER and RIGHT SURROUND Channels, +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz
LEFT and RIGHT SURROUND channels, +0, -3dB from 100Hz to 7000Hz
DOLBY PRO LOGIC MODE
LEFT, CENTER and RIGHT FRONT Channels, + 0.5dB from 30Hz to 16,000Hz
LEFT and RIGHT SURROUND Channels, ±1dB from 100Hz to 6300Hz, -3dB at 7000Hz
DOLBY PRO LOGIC and THX MODES COMBINED
LEFT, CENTER and RIGHT FRONT Channels, ±0.5dB 30Hz to 1000Hz and ±0.8dB from
1000Hz to 16,000Hz
LEFT and RIGHT SURROUND Channels, ±1dB from 100Hz to 6300Hz and +1, -5dB to
8000Hz
ALL MODES
SUBWOOFER Channel low pass 10Hz to a corner frequency of 80Hz with a 24dB per octave
rolloff.
With the rear panel HIGH PASS switch in the ON position, the LEFT, CENTER and RIGHT
FRONT channels include high pass filters with a 12dB per octave rolloff and a corner frequency of 80Hz.
RATED OUTPUT
2.5V at LEFT FRONT, CENTER, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT SURROUND, RIGHT SURROUND
and SUBWOOFER Unbalanced.
2.5V at LEFT and RIGHT FRONT Balanced.
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE
600 ohms at all outputs.
MAXIMUM OUTPUT VOLTAGE
6V RMS from all outputs.
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
MONO, STEREO and HALL MODES
LEFT, CENTER and RIGHT FRONT Channels, 0.005% from 20Hz to 20,000Hz.
(HALL MODE only) LEFT and RIGHT SURROUND Channels, 0.01 % from 125Hz to 7000Hz.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC and THX MODES
LEFT, CENTER and RIGHT FRONT Channels, 0.01% from 80Hz to 16,000Hz.
LEFT and RIGHT SURROUND channels, 0.1% from 125Hz to 7000Hz.
SENSITIVITY
PHONO: 5.0mV for 2.5V output, (1.0mV IHF)
HIGH LEVEL: 500mV for 2.5V output, (100mV IHF)
DOLBY LEVEL: 200mV input.
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO, A-WEIGHTED
MONO, STEREO and HALL MODES
LEFT, CENTER and RIGHT FRONT Channels.
PHONO: 90dB below 10mV input, (84dB IHF).
HIGH LEVEL: 100dB below rated output (95dB IHF).
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All outputs greater than 70dB below reference level.
SPECIFICATIONS
MAXIMUM INPUT SIGNAL
PHONO: 60mV.
HIGH LEVEL: 5V, MONO and STEREO; 2.1V, HALL, DOLBY PRO LOGIC and THX.
INPUT IMPEDANCE
PHONO: 47K ohms and 65pF capacitance
HIGH LEVEL: 22K ohms
VOLTAGE GAIN
PHONO to TAPE: 40dB
PHONO to MAIN: 54dB
HIGH LEVEL to TAPE: 0dB
HIGH LEVEL to MAIN: 14dB
TONE CONTROLS
Bass and Treble variable, 12dB boost to 12dB cut
(FM SECTION)
USEABLE SENSITIVITY
11.25dB which is 1uV across 75 ohms.
50dB QUIETING SENSITIVITY
Mono: 15dBF which is 1.6uV across 75 ohms.
Stereo: 37dBF which is 20uV across 75 ohms.
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO
Mono: 80dB.
Stereo: 75dB.
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
Mono: +0, -1dB, 20Hz to 15,000Hz
Stereo: +0, -1dB, 20Hz to 15,000Hz.
HARMONIC DISTORTION
Mono: 0.08% at 100Hz.
0.08% at 1000HZ.
0.12% at 10,000Hz.
Stereo: 0.08% at 100Hz.
0.08% at 1000Hz
0.12% at 10,000Hz.
INTERMODULATION DISTORTION
Mono: 0.08%
Stereo: 0.12%
CAPTURE RATIO
1.5dB.
ALTERNATE CHANNEL SELECTIVITY
70dB.
SPURIOUS RESPONSE
100dB.
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IMAGE RESPONSE
80dB.
RF INTERMODULATION
65dB.
STEREO SEPARATION
45dB at 100Hz.
50dB at 1000Hz.
35dB at 10,000Hz.
SCA REJECTION
65dB
(AM SECTION)
SENSITIVITY
20uV External Antenna Input, 50 ohm generator.
SIGNAL TO NOISE
50dB at 30% modulation.
60dB at 100% modulation.
HARMONIC DISTORTION
0.5% Maximum at 50% modulation.
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
50Hz to 6000Hz NRSC.
ADJACENT CHANNEL SELECTIVITY
45dB Minimum IMF.
IMAGE REJECTION
75dB Minimum from 540KHz to 1600KHz.
IF REJECTION
68dB Minimum.
(AC POWER AND MECHANICAL)
AC
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1
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POWER OUTLETS
Switched for accessories.
Switched for Area A power amplifier.
Switched for Area B power amplifier.
POWER REQUIREMENTS
120 Volts, 50/60Hz, 35 watts.
SIZE
Front Panel: 17-1/2 inches (44.4cm) Wide, 7-1/8 inches (18.1cm) High. Depth behind front
panel including clearance for connectors, 17-1/2 inches (44.5cm). Knob clearance required
in front of the mounting panel is 1-1/8 inches (2.9cm).
FINISH
The front panel is all glass with gold/teal nomenclature illumination. The chassis is black.
WEIGHT
31 Pounds (14.1Kg) net, 43 pounds (19.5Kg) in shipping carton.
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