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- Page 1 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com M T 5 M T 5 P R E C I S I O N T U R N T A B L E O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
- Page 2 The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of intended to alert the user to the presence of important uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s en- operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the closure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a literature accompanying the appliance.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Tone Arm Lift......17 Amethyst Cartridge Specifications ..18 MT5 Turntable Specifications ....18 Please Take A Moment General Specifications.....18 Packing Instructions .. -
Page 4: General Information
Right Channel (+) additional information and assistance. Right Channel (-) Green 5. The MT5 Precision Turntable is supplied with the Sumiko Amethyst Low Output Moving Magnet Sumiko Amethyst Cartridge Connections Cartridge. It is designed to playback 33- and 45 rpm vinyl recordings. If you would like... -
Page 5: Performance Features
Performance Features • Advanced Technology Turntable • Turntable Platters • Power Control The MT5 combines the latest technology in Phono The full size Outer Platter is made from a special The Power Control Input connection provides Cartridges, Tone Arms, Mechanical Suspensions... -
Page 6: Dimensions
Dimensions Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your MT5. Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining A Note on Placement: the best location for your MT5. It is important to keep your McIntosh unit out of direct sunlight and only... -
Page 7: Unpacking The Turntable
M T 5 Unpacking the Turntable To protect the fine finish of the MT5 Precision Turntable Owner’s Manual Packet Foam Packing during the assembly and adjustment process, it is with Tone Arm/Cartridge advisable to prepare a suitable clean working area with a... -
Page 8: Assembling The Turntable
Figure 7 Center Spindle place two small drops of Oil on the top sides of Note: The Ceramic Vertical Bearing Shaft of the McIntosh the Ceramic Vertical Bearing Shaft. Refer to Figure 3 MT5 Precision Turntable is very durable in actual figure 2. - Page 9 M T 5 Assembling the Turntable (continued) 10. Locate the McIntosh Bubble Level and place it 12. Position the Counterweight on the Tone Arm Motor Pulley on the Record Mat. If the Bubble is not in the so the front surface of the Counterweight is in...
- Page 10 Note: The Tracking Force, Anti-Skating and other adjust- Note: If another Phono Cartridge (such as the ments have been preset at the factory for optimum McIntosh MCC10) is to be used with the MT5 turnta- Center of Position ble, proceed to page 10 “Installing a non-supplied performance.
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Page 11: Installing A Non-Supplied Cartridge
CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to the Phono Cartridge/Headshell Alignment Allen turntable platter bearing, do not move Wrench The MT5 Turntable Tone Arm, like all pivoting Tone Precision the MT5 Turntable with Arms, follows a slight arc as it transverses across Screws the platters installed. -
Page 12: Tone Arm Height
To assure the best sound reproduction, it is very the center of Refer to figure 31. important the MT5 Tone Arm is parallel to the record the circle 3. Release the Tone Arm from the rest and place it surface during playback. The height of the Tone Arm... -
Page 13: Trackability Adjustments
During playback of Phonograph Recordings, the maximum setting recommend by the Cartridge stylus assembly is subjected to all kinds of extreme The MT5 is supplied with a Stylus Tracking Force Manufacturer will produce better sound with less operating conditions. One of those conditions is the Gauge for checking and adjusting the Stylus record and stylus wear. -
Page 14: Rear Panel Connections And Adjustments
Connect to the AC / DC Adapter supplied Inputs of the Preamplifier or A/V Control turn-on signals from a McIntosh component with the MT5 Turntable. Then connect the Center. For specific information on the and switches the Front Panel Illumination AC / DC Adapter to a live AC outlet. -
Page 15: How To Connect The Turntable
Post to the GND (Ground) post on the McIntosh Preamplifier or A/V Control Center. 4. Connect Audio Cables from the MT5 OUT L and R jacks to the MM (Moving Magnet) Inputs on a McIntosh Preamplifier or A/V Control Center. -
Page 16: Front Panel Display, Switches, Lever And Record Clamp
Front Panel Display, Switches, Lever and Record Clamp Record clamp helps to keep the phonograph recording flat during playback Raises and lowers the Turntable Tone Arm SPEED Switch selects one of three playback POWER Switch turns AC Power speeds, 33 1/3 rpm, 45 rpm or 78 rpm OFF, STANDBY or ON... -
Page 17: How To Operate The Turntable
50. impedance. Refer to the respective Owner’s Manual for the Preamplifier, Integrated Amplifier or Audio/ Power Off - The Front Panel and Video Control Center used with the MT5 for Turntable Platter additional information. illumination are switched OFF and... -
Page 18: Amethyst Cartridge Specifications
Amethyst Cartridge Specifications MT5 Turntable Specifications General Specifications Cartridge Type Playback Speeds Overall Dimensions 33 1/3 rpm, 45 rpm and 78 rpm Width is 17-1/2 inches (44.5cm) Moving Magnet, Low Output Height is 7 inches (17.8cm) (without Dust Cover) Output Level... -
Page 19: Packing Instructions
If a shipping carton or any of the interior part(s) Counter Weight are needed, please call or write Customer Service Record Clamp Department of McIntosh Laboratory. Refer to page 3. Please refer to the Part List below for the correct part Center Spindle numbers. - Page 20 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, NY 13903 www.mcintoshlabs.com The continuous improvement of its products is the policy of McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. who reserve the right to improve design without notice. Printed in the U.S.A. © 2023 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. McIntosh Part No. 04137503...
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