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McIntosh MT5 User Manual

McIntosh MT5
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McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com
MT5MT5
PRECISION TURNTABLE
OWNER’S MANUAL
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McIntosh MT5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMcIntosh
ModelMT5
CategoryTurntable
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Introduction to the McIntosh MT5 Turntable

General Information and Specifications

General Information

Covers product handling, dealer recommendations, and additional product information.

Connector and Cable Information

Details power control connectors, tonearm headshell wiring, and cartridge connections.

Performance Features of the MT5 Turntable

MT5 Turntable Dimensions and Placement

Unpacking and Preparing the Turntable

Assembling the McIntosh MT5 Turntable

Installing a Non-Supplied Phono Cartridge

Tone Arm Adjustments and Calibration

Phono Cartridge/Headshell Alignment

Adjusting cartridge position for minimal angular error across playback.

Tone Arm Height Adjustment

Ensuring the tone arm is parallel to the record surface for optimal sound.

Setting the Tracking Force

Using the stylus tracking force gauge to set the correct stylus pressure.

Anti-Skating Adjustment

Equalizing pressure on record groove walls for balanced playback.

Trackability Adjustments

Optimizing stylus performance and minimizing wear during playback.

Rear Panel Connections and Controls

Connecting the MT5 Turntable to Your System

Front Panel Interface Overview

Operating the McIntosh MT5 Turntable

Power Selection

Guide to turning the turntable ON, OFF, or setting to Standby mode.

Speed Selection

Choosing the correct playback speed for vinyl records (33, 45, 78 RPM).

Phono Cartridge Loading

Connecting the phono cartridge to the correct load impedance for optimal performance.

Tone Arm Lift Operation

Using the mechanism for safe placement and removal of the stylus.

Specifications and Technical Data

Amethyst Cartridge Specifications

Technical details for the included Sumiko Amethyst Moving Magnet Cartridge.

MT5 Turntable Specifications

Technical details for the MT5 Precision Turntable itself.

General Specifications

Overall dimensions, weight, and shipping carton dimensions.

Packing Instructions for Shipment

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