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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 S A 5 5 0 0 M S A 5 5 0 0 S T R E A M I N G I N T E G R AT E D A M P L I F I E R...
- Page 2 FCC requirements. Modification not expressly Cet équipement a de très faibles niveaux d’énergie Informations sur IC (pour les clients approved by McIntosh may void your authority, RF qui sont jugés conformes sans test de taux Canadiens) granted by the FCC, to use the product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
You can also contact McIntosh with additional tions for various input sources and may also be Using Your MSA5500 ....11 questions or in the unlikely event of needing used to drive an external Power Amplifier(s). -
Page 4: General Information
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;... -
Page 5: Performance Features
MSA5500 to become part of a Multichannel Bluetooth®, Google Cast, and Roon Ready, let play the sound from your TV, including the Sound System for DVD-Audio, SACD and you easily stream to the MSA5500 from your over-the-air broadcasts, HDMI inputs, and Home Theater Movies. smart devices. -
Page 6: Connectors And Cable Information
The network connector is located such as JRiver Media Center. on the rear panel of the MSA5500 to the left of the The MSA5500’s display will show the sampling rate CAUTION label. It is labeled NET. -
Page 7: Connecting A Loudspeaker
Coax Loudspeaker Cable Connections The two digital coaxial inputs allow digital sources When connecting loudspeaker cables to the MSA5500 output terminals follow the steps: to be connected to the MSA5500 using Digital Audio 1. Make sure AC power is disconnected. -
Page 8: Dimensions
A Note on Placement: It is important to keep your McIntosh unit out of direct sunlight and only use appropriate gentle cleaners because the organic anodize can become discolored over time. While most products will maintain their classic dark features for their lifetime, some situations can accelerate discoloration. The most pervasive culprit is UV light, especially light directly from the sun, or high intensity spotlights. -
Page 9: Front Panel Displays And Switches
8. STANDY/ON Indicator LED illuminates Setup menus by holding or pressing the knob Level. Alternatively, can display Trim and when the MSA5500 is connected to AC power. Setup options. The VFD’s intensity is also STANDBY/ON Button turns the MSA5500 On 2. -
Page 10: Rear Panel Connections And Switches
PREAMP OUTPUT. 14. BALANCED Input Note: The HDMI ARC functionality of the MSA5500 22. Fuse holder, refer to back panel of the MSA5500 for 15. RS232 communicates with external control devices is only compatible with ARC TVs. Other devices correct fuse size and rating. -
Page 11: Quick Start: Bluetooth
Input control to enter the Trim Menu. being registered by the unit, you can reset the button to turn the MSA5500 On or Off where Rotate the left knob until Bluetooth Pairing microprocessors. To do so, hold the STANDBY/ appropriate. -
Page 12: Quick Start: Network Connections
To connect your MSA5500 to a Wi-Fi network To set up the MSA5500 as an AirPlay device, a latest software update. If available, the MSA5500 using an Ethernet connection follow these steps: device with iOS 11.4 or later is required. -
Page 13: Network Connections
Once paired you can use your TIDAL app as a and Off with the TV. The front display will 5. Once the MSA5500 is setup, you can choose to remote. TIDAL is compatible with select smart show “Entering HDMI Standby Mode” when Cast to it. -
Page 14: Setup Menus
System Setup Menu Passthru The Setup Menus are listed below. Settings Options • System When the MSA5500 is part of a Home Theater or Product MSA5500 XXX_ _ _ _ Multichannel Audio System, the Right and Left • Digital Firmware _._._... - Page 15 Setup Menu. The following should be on the signal. Information Display. Disabled: The MSA5500 must be turned off by pressing the STANDBY/ON Button. System: < Defaults > Hold INPUT to Reset Power Save Enabled: The Network, Wi-Fi, and digital inputs 3.
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Page 16: Digital Setup Menu
0dB. Firmware Number for the Digital Streaming Disabled > Circuitry of the MSA5500, and can be viewed by 4. To adjust other Gain values, rotate the INPUT following the steps below: Knob to select OPT 1 or OPT 2 and the gain is HDMI (ARC) CEC Volume adjustable in 1dB Gain steps. -
Page 17: Network Setup Menu
The Network Information Menu lists information HDMI (ARC) Lip Sync Mode about network connection. The chart below details The MSA5500 HDMI Input Connector (ARC), all of the available settings. also has another control function. When listening and viewing a TV/Monitor HDMI Input Signal,... -
Page 18: Inputs Setup Menu
Inputs Setup Menu Data Out Setup Menu Data Port Connections between the MSA5500 Setting Options and a McIntosh Source Component allow for BALANCED On/Name, Off basic function control of the source component UNBAL 1-4 On/Name, Off using the MSA5500 supplied HR085 Remote... -
Page 19: External Control Setup Menu
Codes. The Alternate Codes are used when the Control Setup Menu. appears on the Information Display. MSA5500 is used in the same location as another 2. Rotate the INPUT Knob until the following McIntosh Preamplifier and/or A/V Processor. This appears on the Information Display. -
Page 20: Browser Interface
Front Panel. service purposes by a McIntosh qualified techni- cian only. While the MSA5500 is in the process of If Network Type is set to Automatic, the MSA5500 updating the firmware, various messages will be will automatically connect to Wi-Fi when the displayed on the VFD. -
Page 21: Passthru Connection Diagram
M S A 5 5 0 0 Passthru Connection Diagram The MSA5500 can be part of a Multichannel Sound System for Blu-ray Audio, DVD Audio and Home Theater Movies. The Right and Left Front Channels from an Audio/Video Control Center can “Passthru”... -
Page 22: Bi-Amplification Connection Diagram
Power Amplifier, may be used to Bi-Amplify a Loudspeaker System. In the illustration on this page, the Power Amplifier of the MSA5500 is connected to the Midrange/ High Frequency Section of the Loudspeaker. The additional separate Power Amplifier is connected to the Low Frequency Section of the Loudspeaker System. -
Page 23: Navigating The Remote Control
Selected device is indicated by the LED CABLE The HR085 Remote Control included with the light. MSA5500 is powered by two AAA batteries (not 2. Setup Button: Used to enter setup mode. included). To insert or remove batteries, open 3. Level Up/Menu: Accesses menu on compatible the battery compartment by removing the cover devices. -
Page 24: How To Use The Remote Control
Meter Illumination and Display Brightness of contemporary McIntosh Source Components settings of On or Off, which are the same for all connected to the MSA5500 via the Data Ports. inputs. Note: If the MSA5500 seems unresponsive to the HR085 Remote Control Commands, press... -
Page 25: Meter Illumination
Trim Select and Trim Adjust controls. changes are from 0 to 50 dB. After approximately • Treble When headphones are connected to the MSA5500 4 seconds the Information Display returns to The intensity of the high frequencies in the Front Panel Jack, an additional TRIM function indicate the Source Selection and Volume Level. -
Page 26: General Specifications
Signal To Noise Ratio (A-Weighted) Rated Power Band Standby: Less than 0.25 watt High Level - 95dB below rated output Note: Refer to the rear panel of the MSA5500 for the 20Hz to 20,000Hz Phono MM - 82dB below 5mV input correct voltage. -
Page 27: Digital Audio Specifications
16-bit, 24-bit, 32-bit 44.1-192kHz are needed, please call or write Customer Service 401204 #10 x 2 1/2 inch wood screws DXD352.8kHz, DXD384kHz Department of McIntosh Laboratory. Refer to 404033 #10 flat washers 1-3/4 inch DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512 page 3. 017937 Plastic feet HDMI: PCM 24-bit, 44.1-192kHz, bitstream... - Page 28 McIntosh itself. McIntosh cannot and does not warrant against, and shall have no liability of any kind for any of the following that are attributable to non- McIntosh providers or services: (i) interruption, discontinuance, or other unsatisfactory performance of service;...
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