McIntosh MX180 User Manual

McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com
M X180
A/V Processor
Owner’s Manual

McIntosh MX180 Specifications

General

Type	AV Processor
Audio Channels	15.1
HDMI Inputs	8
HDMI Outputs	3
Analog Audio Inputs	4
Weight	30.5 lbs (13.8 kg)
Wireless	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Ports	Ethernet

Summary

Safety First

Welcome and Product Notes

Introductory message and a section for recording important product information.

Trademark and License Information

What's in the Box

Where to Put It

Guidance on optimal placement and ventilation for the MX180 unit.

Making the Cuts

Connections on the Back

Input Connections

Details of all audio and video inputs available on the rear panel.

Output Connections

Details of all audio and video outputs available on the rear panel.

Making Connections: HDMI and Digital

Making Connections: Analog and Control

Making Connections: Advanced Features

Front Panel Overview

Knobs and Buttons Functions

Explanation of the functions of the volume, input, and navigation buttons.

Knob Control Functions

Trim Select Knob Operations

Adjusting audio settings like voicing, bass, treble, and lip sync.

Setup Menu and Modes

Installer Menu Navigation

Accessing and navigating the MX180's installer setup menu.

Speaker Setup Configuration

Speaker Verification and RoomPerfect™

Audio Setup and Source Configuration

Video Setup and Input Settings

System Configuration

General and Network Setup

Configuring power management, network, display, and HDMI CEC settings.

Software Management

Audio Configuration Examples

Dolby Atmos and Auro-3D Examples

Illustrations of speaker configurations for immersive audio formats.

Bass Management Examples

Voicing Curves Explained

Remote Control Functions

RoomPerfect™ Setup Process

Remote Control Batteries

Instructions for inserting and removing AAA batteries from the remote control.

Re-packing the MX180

Technical Specifications