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McIntosh XRT2K Owner's Manual

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Loudspeaker System
XRT2K
Owner's Manual
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903-2699
Phone: 607-723-3512
FAX: 607-724-0549

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  • Page 1 Loudspeaker System XRT2K Owner’s Manual McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 FAX: 607-724-0549...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    WARNING - TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Phone: 607-723-1545 Fax: 607-724-0549 Customer Service If it is determined that your McIntosh product is in need of repair, you can return it to your Dealer. You can also return it to the McIntosh Laboratory Service Department. For as- sistance on factory repair return procedure, contact the McIntosh Service Department at: McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction For the first time, the new McIntosh XRT2K Loudspeaker System is capable of reproducing the full dynamic range of a symphony orchestra including pipe organ without audible distortion. McIntosh Acoustic Engineers have refined the line source Column Loudspeaker concept and the XRT2K...

  • Page 5: Introduction And Performance Features

    • Shielded Magnetic Field The XRT2K may also be used in Home Theater Installa- tions near a television receiver or monitor without causing the television image to degrade. By design, all of the speak- ers’ magnetic structures are inherently shielded which pre- vents interference.

  • Page 6: Dimensions

    Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your XRT2K Loudspeaker System. Front View of the XRT2K Loudspeaker System " -7/8 213.04cm 19" 48.26cm " -1/2 24.13cm " -17/32 6.43cm " -9/16 204.63cm " -3/8 8.57cm...
  • Page 7 " -5/32 112.16cm " -1/16 104.30cm 94.38cm " -5/32 " -23/32 88.19cm " -25/32 68.02cm -11/32 61.83cm Rear View of the XRT2K Loudspeaker System " " -13/32 " 41.67cm -15/16 35.40cm " -1/32 15.32cm " -3/16 18.26cm " -13/16 30.00cm...

  • Page 8: Dimensions

    Front View of the XRT2K Midrange and High Frequency Column " -9/16 16.67cm " -3/4 12.07cm " -15/16 7.46cm " -3/4 4.45cm " -1/4 23.50cm Front View of the Low Frequency Column " -1/2 19.05cm " -3/4 " -3/16 32.39cm 5.56cm...

  • Page 9: Unpacking And Assembly

    Unpacking and Assembly Follow the instructions below for unpacking and assembling the XRT2K Loudspeaker System. To protect the fine finish of the XRT2K Loudspeaker System during the assembly process, it is advisable to prepare a suitable assembly area. A freshly vacuumed carpeted area covered with a soft, clean fabric, such as a large bed linen or blanket would be suit- able.
  • Page 10 Low Frequency Column (Upper Section). Refer to fig- ure 3. 3. Carefully push Upper Woofer together the Column two Low Lower Woofer Column Head Bolts Frequency Columns (Lower and Upper Sections). 4. Using the socket tool, tighten the four hex head bolts until the Low Frequency Column (Lower and Upper Sections) is pulled together with no space between the two sections.

  • Page 11: Room Placement

    Room Placement Loudspeaker placement in a room can greatly affect performance. The XRT2K Loudspeaker is designed for both Music and Home Theater Systems. The optimal method for selecting speaker locations includes the use of a real time spectrum analyzer operated by an experienced system installer.
  • Page 12 Midrange/Tweeter Column Rear Panel and Low Frequency Column Base Connections The 16 pin plug and cable at the front bottom of the LOW Frequency Column Base con- nects to the MIDRANGE/ HIGH Frequency Column 16 pin Connector MIDRANGE/HIGH Frequency Column 16 pin Connector, con- nects to the 16 pin plug and cable coming from the LOW Frequency Column Base...

  • Page 13: Low Frequency Column Rear Panel Connections

    Low Frequency Column Lower Section Connec- tions connect to the Low Frequency Column Upper Section Connections. Note: Do not operate the XRT2K Loudspeaker System unless the Low Frequency Column Lower and Upper sections are connected together. HIGH Frequency Input Connections 1, 2, and 3 for a 8 ohm Loudspeaker.

  • Page 14: How To Connect Using A Single Amplifier

    Caution: The AC Power Cord should not be connected to the Power Amplifier until Amplifier. after the Loudspeaker Connections have 6. Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XRT2K been made. Failure to observe this could MID Frequency INPUTS 3 (-) Binding Post on result in Electric Shock.
  • Page 15 McIntosh MC2KW Power Amplifier How to Connect using a single Amplifier 14 inch (35.6cm) Jumper Wires...

  • Page 16: How To Connect Using Two Amplifiers

    Power Amplifier until Amplifier number one. after the Loudspeaker Connections have 6. Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the XRT2K been made. Failure to observe this could MID Frequency INPUTS 2 (-) Binding Post on result in Electric Shock.
  • Page 17 McIntosh MC2KW Power Amplifier number one How to Connect using two Amplifiers 14 inch (35.6cm) Jumper Wires...

  • Page 18: How To Connect Using Three Amplifiers

    How to Connect using three Amplifiers Caution: The AC Power Cord should not be 5. Connect Loudspeaker cables from the XRT2K connected to the Power Amplifier until HIGH Frequency INPUTS 1 (-) and (+) Bind- after the Loudspeaker Connections have ing Posts on the Low Frequency Column Lower been made.
  • Page 19 McIntosh MC2KW Power Amplifier number one How to Connect using three Amplifiers 14 inch (35.6cm) Jumper Wires...

  • Page 21: Photos

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  • Page 22: Specifications

    Black Knit Cloth with High Gloss Trim 8 ohms Nominal Optional Wood Trim Finishes Frequency Response Natural Cherry, Red Cherry or Champagne Gold 16Hz - 45kHz (Check with your McIntosh Dealer for Additional Details) Sensitivity 89dB (2.8V/1m equivalent) Overall Dimensions Width is 19 inches (48.26cm) Crossover Frequencies Height is 83-7/8 inches (213.04cm) including feet...

  • Page 23: Packing Instruction

    Service Department of McIntosh Laboratory. Please see the Part List for the correct part num- bers. XRT2K Midrange/High Frequency Column Shipping Carton XRT2K Midrange/High Frequency Column XRT2K Low Frequency Column Lower Section Quantity Part Number Description Quantity Part Number 034335...
  • Page 24 Notes McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, NY 13903 The continuous improvement of its products is the policy of McIntosh Laboratory Incorporated who reserve the right to improve design without notice. Printed in the U.S.A. McIntosh Part No. 04095000...

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