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MDA5000

Owner’s Manual

McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 FAX: 607-724-0549

Digital/Analog Converter

, HDCD

, High Definition Compatible Digital

and Pacific Microsonics are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific

Microsonics, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

HDCD System manufactured under license from Pacific Microsonics, Inc. This product is covered by one or more of the following: U. S. Patent No.

5,479,168; 5,638,074; 5,640,161; 5,808,574; 5,838,274; 5,854,600; 5,864,311; 5,872,531, and Australia Patent No. 669,114 with other patents pending.

Summary of content (12 pages)

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Digital/Analog Converter MDA5000 Owner’s Manual , HDCD®, High Definition Compatible Digital® and Pacific Microsonics are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. HDCD System manufactured under license from Pacific Microsonics, Inc. This product is covered by one or more of the following: U. S. Patent No. 5,479,168; 5,638,074; 5,640,161; 5,808,574; 5,838,274; 5,854,600; 5,864,311; 5,872,531, and Australia Patent No.
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WARNING - TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove bottom cover. No user serviceable parts inside. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. General: 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5.
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Thank You Table of Contents Your decision to own this McIntosh MDA5000 Digital/ Analog Converter ranks you at the very top among discriminating music listeners. You now have “The Best.” The McIntosh dedication to “Quality,” is assurance that you will receive many years of 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 McIntosh. Safety Instructions .................
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Introduction Now you can take advantage of traditional McIntosh standards of excellence in the MDA5000 Digital/Analog Converter. The built-in HDCD® Circuitry with Eight Time Over-Sampling provides the ultimate performance from Compact Discs. The MDA5000 reproduction is sonically transparent and absolutely accurate. The McIntosh Sound is “The Sound of the Music Itself.
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Dimensions Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your MDA5000. There is additional information on the next page pertaining to installing the MDA5000 into your vehicle.
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Installation Installation It is recommended that a professional who is skilled in all aspects of installation and operation install the MDA5000 and any associated mobile audio equipment. Converter Ventilation Always provide adequate ventilation for the MDA5000 and be sure to provide at least 1 inch clearance at the sides with the fins. The Digital/Analog Converter can be mounted vertically or horizontally and may be located under a seat if adequate clearance is available.
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Side Panel Cooling and Connections AUDIO OUTPUTs Analog Signal Output for connection to a Control Center Connect to the Negative (-) vehicle battery terminal COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO INPUTs for cables from a CD Signal Source Digital Output Connect to the positve (+) vehicle battery terminal Receives the Turn-ON Signal from a McIntosh Control Center and sends a Turn-ON Signal on to another component in the Audio System OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT for a cable from a CD Signal Source Digital Optical Output
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How to Connect How to Connect The McIntosh MDA5000 is intended to be utilized in an Audio System that can support a separate outboard Digital to Analog Converter. 1. Connect a wire from the Control Center Amp On to either MDA5000 ON Connectors on the left side of the Digital to Analog Converter. Note: All cables should be connected to the Digital to Analog Converter before connecting the DC power cables to the battery.
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Top Panel Display LED lights when the MDA5000 is receiving a HDCD® Digital Audio Signal 9
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Specifications Analog Audio Specifications General Specifications Output Voltage 3.2 (±0.1)Volts RMS (CD Mode) 6.4 (±0.2) Volts RMS (HDCD Mode) Power Requirements 14 Volts DC (10.8V to 15.6V allowable), 0.65 Amps Total Harmonic Distortion 0.005% (1,000Hz) Dynamic Range Better than 98dB (1,000Hz) Frequency Response +0, -0.
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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, failure to do so will result in shipping damage. Make sure that the Top Glass Panel is firmly secured to the chassis using the supplied hex head screws. Use the original shipping carton and interior parts only if they are all in good serviceable condition.
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McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, NY 13903 The continuous improvement of its products is the policy of McIntosh Laboratory Incorporated who reserve the right to improve design without notice. Printed in the U.S.A. McIntosh Part No.