McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York MB50 Streaming Audio Player Owner’s Manual 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, 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. 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.
Trademark and License Information FCC INFORMATION (For US and Canada Customers) a) User Information acc. to FCC15.21 as following: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. b) Statement for Class B digital device acc. to FCC 15.105 as following: NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A/B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Thank You Your decision to own this McIntosh MB50 Streaming Audio Player 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 guide. 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 MB50 Streaming Audio Player. 2. For the MB50 to receive streaming audio signals from a mobile device, a wireless router with Wi-Fi capabilities is required, in order to facilitate communications between the MB50 and the mobile device. 3.
Introduction and Performance Features Introduction The McIntosh MB50 Streaming Audio Player offers the latest in audio technology, providing state of the art audio reproduction from your Audio Mobile and other Devices. When the MB50 is added to a McIntosh System, the music from this source may be enjoyed in your home. The advanced design ensures many years of smooth trouble free operation.
Dimensions Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your MB50. Front View of the MB50 11-1/2" 29.2cm 3-9/32" 8.3cm 3-25/32" 9.6cm Side View of the MB50 13-1/2" 34.3cm 12-7/16" 31.6cm 29/32" 1.8cm Rear View of the MB50 1-5/8" 4.1cm 11" 9" 22.8cm 4-13/16" 12.2cm 27.9cm WLAN ANT 2 WLAN ANT 1 2-7/16" 6.2cm 7-1/2" 19.
Installation Installation The MB50 Streaming Audio Player is designed to be placed upright on a table or shelf, standing on its feet. The required ventilation requirements are shown. Always provide adequate ventilation for your MB50. Cool operation ensures the longest possible operating life for any electronic instrument. Do not install the MB50 directly above a heat generating device, such as a Power Amplifier. Allow at least 1 inch (2.5cm) above the top, 5/8 inch (1.6cm) below the bottom and 1 inch (2.
Rear Panel Connections and AC/DC Adapter Connections BALANCED AUDIO OUTPUTS supply analog audio signals to connect to Balanced Inputs of other components USB Connector for connection to a wired network via an adapter1 and for service use WLAN 1 (Wireless Local Area Network) ANTenna for receiving Play-Fi and Wi-Fi signals COAXial and OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUTS send a Digital Audio Signal to a Preamplifier or an A/V Control Center with a D/A Converter or a decoder WLAN 2 (Wireless Local Area Network) AN
Connecting to a Preamplifier or A/V Control Center Connecting to a Preamplifier or A/V Control Center The MB50 has the ability to be remotely switched On/ Off from a McIntosh Preamplifier or A/V Control Center via the Trigger (Power Control) Connection. The connection instructions below, together with the MB50 Connection Diagram located on the separate folded sheet “Mc1A”, is an example of a typical audio system.
Connecting to a Power Amplifier Connecting to a Power Amplifier The MB50 has the ability to provide a Trigger Output Signal to remotely switch the Power On/Off to components connected to it via the Trigger (Power Control) Connection. The connection instructions below, together with the MB50 Connection Diagram located on the separate folded sheet “Mc1B”, is an example of a typical audio system. Your system may vary from this, however the actual components would be connected in a similar manner.
Front Panel Display and Push-buttons IR Sensor receives commands from a Remote Control Indicates by color and flashing which Network has been selected and communication status Indicates by color which Input has been selected for listening Connection for dynamic type headphones, for private listening Select from one of the various Input Sources available for listening 12 Indicates when maximum listening level has been reached and flashes when Muting is active Indicates when minimum listening level ha
How to use the Remote Control How to use the Remote Control The supplied Remote Control performs the various Operating Functions for the MB50 Streaming Audio Player. Notes: 1. Refer to the “How to Operate” Section of this manual for additional information. 2. The HR079 McIntosh Remote Control is also supplied with other McIntosh Products. If the MB50 is connected to a McIntosh Amplifier (also using the HR079) possible interaction can occur.
Introduction to Setting Up the MB50 Your McIntosh MB50 is factory configured for immediate enjoyment of superb audio from source components with Digital or Analog Outputs. It is highly recommended to contact your McIntosh Dealer and/or Mobile Device Dealer for assistance in the installation and configuration of the Wireless Router and/or the wired network with a Wireless Router. Your Dealer has the necessary knowledge to properly set up the MB50 as part of your Home Network wired or wireless.
How to Setup the MB50 for Play-Fi The MB50 Quick Start Guide (located on the supplied separate folded sheets) will aid in establishing the communications between the MB50, your Mobile Device and the Network/Wireless Router. Figures 1 and 2 are sample illustrations from the MB50 Quick Start Guide for Apple and Android Powered Mobile Devices. After communications have been established, proceed to page 16 “How to Operate the MB50”.
How to Operate the MB50 Your McIntosh MB50 is factory configured for immediate enjoyment of superb audio from a Mobile Device via Play-Fi or one of the external devices connected to the Rear Panel of the MB50. If you wish to make a Play-Fi wireless connection between the Mobile Device and the MB50, please refer to “Introduction to Setting Up the MB50” on page 14 for additional information.
How to Operate the MB50 the → (Input) Push-button on the Remote Control until the desired source is selected. Refer to figures 30 and 31.
steps using the Play-Fi App: 1. Select the “Hi RES Audio” Icon. Refer to figure 32. 5. Then select the MB50 (Living Room) followed by selecting “Music”. Refer to figures 37 and 38. Hi RES Audio Figure 37 Figure 32 2. Referring to figure 33, select the MB50 (in this example it is the “Living Room”). Indicates when the MB50 is in the Critical Listening Mode Figure 35 4. The music selection that has the unsupported sample rate may be listened to by switching Off the Critical Listening Mode.
How to Operate the MB50, con’t Line In Streaming Mode The MB50 has the ability to stream the audio from the selected Audio Input (Digital or Analog) via the PlayFi App to Wireless Loudspeaker Systems, such as the McIntosh RS100, located in another room. In the following example the MB50 is located in the living room and in the bedroom a pair of Wireless Powered Loudspeakers (like the McIntosh RS100). To activate the Line In Streaming Mode perform the following steps: 3.
How to Operate the MB50, con’t Line In Streaming Mode, con’t Figure 45 7. Referring to figure 46, the selection of the Streaming Source, and what room(s) will be playing that source may be changed at any time by selecting “EDIT”. The first choice will be to either keep the same source or select another source. Then select “NEXT” to decide on the room(s) that will playing music.
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Specifications Audio Specifications Digital Audio Specifications General Specifications Frequency Response +/-0.5dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz Digital Input Signal Format Coaxial and Optical Inputs - SPDIF (PCM1) Total Harmonic Distortion 0.005% Digital Input Sample Rate Coaxial and Optical: 44.1kHz to 192kHz, 24-Bit Power Requirements 100-240 Volts, 50/60Hz at 10 Watts Standby: Less than 0.5 watt Sensitivity 200mV, UnBalanced Digital Inputs Coaxial: 0.
Packing Instructions Packing Instructions 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. This will ensure the proper equipment location on the bottom pad. Failure to do this will result in shipping damage. Use the original shipping carton and interior parts only if they are all in good serviceable condition.
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, NY 13903 www.mcintoshlabs.com The continuous improvement of its products is the policy of McIntosh Laboratory Incorporated who reserve the right to improve design without notice. The MB50 is designed to employ non-McIntosh-provided services (including but not limited to Play-Fi® and Wi-Fi®), some of which require separate customer subscriptions and some of which do not, as part of the Products’ functionality.
