McIntosh MHT200

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Performance Features
Introduction
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• On Screen and Multifunction Fluorescent Displays
A comprehensive On-Screen Display capability makes it
easy to perform setup adjustments using the MHT200 Re-
mote Control. The Front Panel Display indicates volume
levels, tuner functions, input selection, operating mode and
setup functions.
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• Automatic Mode Switching with Auto Memory
The MHT200 Automatically Switches Operating Modes
according to the input signal. Zone A will memorize the
Preferred Mode settings last used for each input. When
switching from one input to another, the selected mode for
each will be active.
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• Latest in Digital Audio Processing
The MHT200 incorporates the latest technology in digital
multi-channel processing, including Dolby Digital EX, Pro
Logic II, DTS-ES and NEO:6. The STEREO 96kHz Mode
bypasses the Digital Signal Processing Circuitry for 2-
Channel Analog Signals. Some Digital Discs are recorded
with the 96kHz sampling rate and 24 bit processing and are
decoded by the MHT200.
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• Separate Listen and Record Input Selection
The 7 Analog A/V and 6 Digital Audio Inputs can be reas-
signed for any desired signal sources. All six digital inputs
can be assigned to any A/V signal source. Separate Record
and Listen Circuits allow recording of one program source
while listening to another.
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• LED Indicators
The MHT200 includes thirty-three LEDs on the Front
Panel. These LEDs indicate the Operating/Decoding
Modes, Power Guard Activation, Surround Modes, Zone
Selection, Late Night Dynamic Processing and the Trim
Adjustments.
Introduction and Performance Features
Now you can take advantage of traditional McIntosh stan-
dards of excellence in the MHT200 A/V System Controller
as the heart of your Home Theater System. The MHT200
provides superior eight channel reproduction, Dolby Digi-
tal, DTS and discrete Back Surround Decoding combined
with complete audio and video switching. The McIntosh
MHT200 sets new standards for accuracy in a Home The-
ater System.
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Fully Automatic Channel Level and Time Delay
Adjustments
The built-in test signal generator together with the supplied
Calibration Microphone allows for all channels to be pre-
cisely calibrated for the correct volume levels and time de-
lay settings in the Listening/Viewing Area. The volume
levels and time delay calibrations may also be performed
manually using external measuring equipment.
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• Digitally Controlled Volume and Tone Controls
A Precision Tracking Volume Control adjusts all eight
channels with tracking accuracy better than 0.5dB. Digital
Sound Processing allows a wide range of tone shaping with
the Bass and Treble Controls with no loss in traditional
McIntosh sonic excellence.
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• Video Switching
There is also video switching for all three types of video
signals, Composite Video, S-Video and Component Video.
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• External Eight Channel Input
An external eight channel signal processor can be con-
nected to these inputs as well as a DVD-Audio Player or
Super Audio Disc Players with a built-in processor.
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• Dual Zone
The MHT200 has the built-in ability to control a separate
remote Audio/Video Zone with its own speakers. Zone B
program selection is independent of the Zone A selected
program.
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• Patented Power Guard
All channels include the patented McIntosh Power Guard
circuit that prevents the amplifier from being over driven
into clipping, with its harsh distorted sound that can also
damage your valuable Loudspeakers.
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• Patented Sentry Monitor with Thermal Protection
McIntosh Sentry Monitor power output stage protection
circuits ensure the MHT200 will have a long and trouble
free operating life. Built-in Thermal Protection Circuits
guard against overheating.
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