McIntosh PS2K Owner's Manual
McIntosh PS2K Owner's Manual

McIntosh PS2K Owner's Manual

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McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com
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  • Page 1 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com P S 2 K P S 2 K P O W E R E D S U B W O O F E R O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Installation ......6 excellent Powered Subwoofer. Binghamton, New York 13903 Locating the PS2K......6 Signal Flow Block Diagram ....7 Technical Assistance...
  • Page 3: Important Information

    1/8 inch stereo mini phone plugs. The PS2K is finished in a highly polished but durable 2. The PS2K’s Power Control Input will function paint. However, it can be scratched, so please ensure within a 5 to 20 DC Voltage range.
  • Page 4: Performance Features

    This signal sensing circuitry is beneficial when the conventional Loudspeaker Drivers, reduces distor- diameter aluminum bobbin to further aid in the PS2K is to be located at a great distance from the tion significantly. It also increases power handling dissipation of heat. The ability to dissipate heat pre-amp and running an additional Power Control and efficiency.
  • Page 5: Front View Features

    RCA Connectors Signal Ground POWER OUTPUT Meter POWER GUARD LED indicates amplifier clipping Standby LED indicates that the PS2K is connected to power and ready to be turned on via the rear panel switch or rear panel power control.
  • Page 6: Dimensions

    Dimensions Installation The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your PS2K Powered Subwoofer. Locating the PS2K A Note on Placement: The optimal method for selecting speaker locations It is important to keep your McIntosh unit out of direct sunlight and only use 18 3/4”...
  • Page 7: Signal Flow Block Diagram

    P S 2 K Signal Flow Block Diagram Signal Flow Block Diagram RIGHT RIGHT BAL DRIVER BAL TO UNBAL 2ND ORDER 40-100Hz LEFT LEFT BAL DRIVER BAL TO UNBAL UNBAL SUB/LFE OUT BAL DRIVER UNBAL SUB OR LFE 4TH ORDER SUB OR LFE 40-100Hz BAL TO UNBAL...
  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    R output of a pre-amplifier or integrated ampli- Inputs. -dB position. fier to the left and right inputs of the PS2K and Stereo outputs are used to connect to Left and Set bandwidth to center position. Now play the connect the L and R outputs of the PS2K to your...
  • Page 9 If the breaker does activate, the tip of the breaker accept power control signals to control the Meter will pop out. Reset the breaker by pushing in on the tip. lighting. P. AC Input is used to connect the PS2K to an AC outlet.
  • Page 10: How To Connect

    TYPE Switch to LFE. If the pre-amplifier or music processor does not have a adjustable setting, set Notes: • If two or more McIntosh PS2K Powered Subwoofers are being used in the same system, connect the the TYPE Switch to SUB.
  • Page 11: Connection Diagram: Chain

    DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR MULTI CHANNEL IN BALANCED OUTPUTS IR IN DATA OUT POWER CTRL OUT HDMI INPUTS HDMI OUTPUTS A/V PROCESSOR McINTOSH LABORATORY, INC., BINGHAMTON, NY HANDCRAFTED IN USA WITH US AND IMPORTED P ARTS...
  • Page 12: Connection Diagram: Two Channels

    • The HIGH PASS FILTER should be set to match the LP filter setting used above. Note: More than one PS2K may be chained in a music system setup. In this case, follow the chain from the first PS2K to the second as described previously and set the TYPE to SUB.
  • Page 13 P S 2 K Connection Diagram: Two Channels (continued) Left Speaker Right Speaker Power Power Control Control Left Channel Amplifier Right Channel Amplifier...
  • Page 14: Specifications

    Trademarks of McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.: The following are Registered Trademarks of McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. in multiple jurisdictions around the world: the written McIntosh logo; the McIntosh Globe logo; the Mc logo; Power Guard; Power Guard Screen Grid Sensor; Power Guard SGS; LD/HP; Dynamic Power Manager; the 4DPM8 logo; HXD; the HXD logo; Behind The Sound; Legendary Performance.
  • Page 15: Packing Instructions

    If a shipping carton or any of the interior part(s) 752871 Manual Pack are needed, please call or write Customer Service 241286 Unpack Instructions Department of McIntosh Laboratory. Refer to page 2. Please see the Part List for the correct part numbers. UNPACK INSTRUCTIONS PROTECTIVE BAG (BLUE) MANUAL PACK...
  • Page 16 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. © 2024 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. McIntosh Part No. 24122100...

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