McIntosh MEN220

McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com
MEN220
Room Correction System
Owner’s Manual
Manufactured under license from Lyngdorf Audio
A/S. ROOMPERFECT is a registered trademark and
the ROOMPERFECT logo is a trademark of Lyn-
gdorf Audio A/S. (C) Lyngdorf Audio A/S 2009.

McIntosh MEN220 Specifications

General

Amplifier class	-
Frequency range	20 - 20000 Hz
Output impedance	50 Ω
Audio output channels	- channels
Peak power per channel	- W
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)	100 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.002 %
Purpose	Home
Product color	Black
Connectivity technology	Wired
Built-in display	Yes
AC input voltage	100-240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption (typical)	35 W

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	457.2 mm
Width	444.5 mm
Height	152.4 mm
Weight	11600 g

Summary

McIntosh MEN220 Owners Manual

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Warnings and Precautions

Details essential safety guidelines for operating the equipment, including electrical shock and fire risks.

Support and Information

Installation Guide

Placement and Ventilation Requirements

Details guidelines for installing the unit on a shelf or in a cabinet, emphasizing ventilation and clearance.

Rear Panel Connections

Input, Output, and Control Ports

Identifies and explains the various audio input/output, power control, data, and microphone ports on the rear panel.

Connecting the MEN220

Power, Data, and Sensor Connections

Explains how to connect power control, data control, and IR sensors for system integration and remote operation.

Audio and Loudspeaker Connections

Details how to connect audio sources, preamplifiers, power amplifiers, and loudspeakers to the MEN220.

Using the Remote Control

Basic Operation and Menu Navigation

System Setup and Configuration

Entering and Navigating Setup Mode

Default Settings Reference

Input and System Configuration

Configuring Input Connection Type

Guides on selecting between Unbalanced and Balanced input connections for optimal signal transfer.

Setting System Connection Method

Explains how to configure the system connection for either Preamp-Power Amp or Processor Loop setups.

Output Settings and Crossovers

Crossover Options and Introduction

Introduces the concept of crossovers and details the available crossover options and filter types for audio distribution.

High and Low Pass Filter Settings

Advanced Output Configuration

Adjusting Crossover Frequencies and Types

Provides instructions for setting specific crossover frequencies and selecting filter types like Butterworth and Linkwitz-Riley.

Output Level and Delay Settings

Configuring Output Volume Levels

Setting Speaker Delay Distances

Advanced Settings Menu

Managing Remote Control Sensor

RoomPerfect Calibration

Starting the RoomPerfect Process

Details the initial steps for RoomPerfect, including setup mode entry and microphone placement for first focus position.

Volume Calibration Procedure

Explains how to perform volume calibration by adjusting test tone levels for accurate room measurements.

RoomPerfect Measurements

Measuring Multiple Room Positions

Guides on measuring additional room positions to improve the accuracy and completeness of the room correction.

Adding Additional Focus Positions

RoomPerfect Results and Adjustments

Checking RoomPerfect Status and Knowledge

Adjusting RP Bypass Gain