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McIntosh MA9000 User Manual

McIntosh MA9000
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McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com
MA9000
Integrated Amplifier
Owner’s Manual
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McIntosh MA9000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output per Channel300 Watts
Total Harmonic Distortion0.005%
Number of Channels2
Input Impedance (Balanced)20k ohms
Input Impedance (Unbalanced)20k ohms
Damping Factor>40
Maximum Output Voltage (Balanced)16V RMS
Maximum Output Voltage (Unbalanced)8V RMS
Dynamic Headroom2.0dB
Connectivity - Unbalanced Input6
Connectivity - Phono Input MM1
Connectivity - Phono Input MC1
Connectivity - Digital USB Input1
Connectivity - Digital Coaxial Input2
Connectivity - Digital Optical Input2
Connectivity - Digital MCT (DIN) Input1
Connectivity - Subwoofer OutputNo
Home Theater PassThruYes
Tone ControlsBass and Treble
Tone BypassYes
RS232 Control InputYes
Rear Panel Data PortYes
Rear Panel IR Sensor InputYes
Frequency Response+0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz
Phono Input Impedance47k Ohms (MM), 100 Ohms (MC)
Voltage Gain (Phono)60dB (MM), 60dB (MC)
Connectivity - Balanced InputYes
Connectivity - Variable Output1 Balanced, 1 Unbalanced
Digital Processing32-bit
Dimensions (W x H x D)17.5 x 9.75 x 22 inches

Summary

Welcome and Support

Technical and Customer Support

Provides contact information for technical assistance and customer service for repair inquiries.

Introduction and Key Features

Performance Features Overview

Lists and describes the advanced features of the MA9000, including power output, protection, and digital inputs.

Installation Guide

Cabinet Installation and Ventilation

Offers guidance on custom cabinet installation, including required spacing for proper ventilation.

Rear Panel Connections

Rear Panel Layout and Identification

Illustrates and identifies all input, output, and control connectors on the rear panel of the MA9000.

Connecting System Components

Power Control and Data Connections

Details how to connect source components using power control and data ports for system integration.

Audio and Digital Connections

Explains audio cable connections for various inputs, including digital and phono.

Passthru Mode Setup

Connecting for Multichannel Audio

Describes how to integrate the MA9000 into a multichannel system using the Passthru function.

Bi-Amplification Setup

Connecting for Bi-Amplified Sound

Guides users on connecting the MA9000 with an additional power amplifier for bi-amplification.

Loudspeaker Connection

Output Terminal Connection and Cable Gauge

Steps for connecting speaker cables and guidance on selecting appropriate wire gauge.

Setup Mode and Configuration

Power Control and Data Port Configuration

System Reset Procedures

Factory Resetting the MA9000

Guides on resetting all adjustable settings to factory defaults.

Operating the MA9000

Digital Inputs and USB Operation

USB Input Operation and Driver Installation

Guide to connecting a computer via USB and installing necessary drivers for playback.

USB Driver Installation and Configuration

Installing the McIntosh USB Driver

Step-by-step guide for installing the required USB audio driver software on a PC.

Preamplifier Specifications

Preamplifier Performance Metrics

Details specifications like THD, IM Distortion, Frequency Response, Input Signal, and Voltage Gain.

Digital Audio and Power Amplifier Specs

Digital Audio Input Specifications

Outlines supported digital input formats, sample rates, and connector types.

Power Amplifier Performance Metrics

Lists specifications for power output, load impedance, THD, and frequency response.

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