McIntosh MVP891 Owner's Manual

McIntosh MVP891 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
MVP891
Audio Video Player
Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com MVP891 Audio Video Player Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    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 literature accompanying the appliance.
  • Page 3: Important Safety

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. 1. Read these instructions. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by 17. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall 2. Keep these instructions. the manufacturer. remain readily operable. 3. Heed all warnings. 12.
  • Page 4: Trademark And License Information

    Trademark and License Information Trademark and License Information The MVP891 uses the following Technologies: The McIntosh MVP891 incorporates copyright protec- This item incorporates copy protection technology tion technology that is protected by U.S. patents and that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual other intellectual property rights.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Thank You Customer Service Your decision to own this McIntosh MVP891 Au- If it is determined that your McIntosh product is in Front Panel Features: Front Panel Displays, Push-buttons dio Video Player ranks you at the very top among need of repair, you can return it to your Dealer. You discriminating music listeners.
  • Page 6: General Information

    25ft (8.3meters). If there is need to use HDMI Memory Drive into the Front Panel Slot. 4. When the MVP891 is playing back a SACD Disc Cables longer than 25ft (8.3meters), a high quality 2. Do not remove the USB Memory Drive until the...
  • Page 7: Disc Information

    Data Signal recordings. stereo mini phone plug is used for connection. The IR Ports also use a 5. The MVP891 will display Photos in the JPEG File Data Ground Format from a Disc. 1/8 inch stereo mini phone plug and allow the connection of other brand 6.
  • Page 8: Introduction

    • 32 Bit Audio DAC A Data Port Connection to a McIntosh A/V Control The MVP891 incorporates three laser elements, with The MVP891 has five two channel Digital to Analog Center or Preamplifier allows for convenient system different wavelengths, that are focused through one Converters capable of sampling rates up to 192kHz operation using one Remote Control.
  • Page 9: Dimensions

    Dimensions Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your MVP891. There is additional information on the next page pertaining to installing the MVP891 into cabinets. Front View of the MVP891 " 44.45cm " 6" 13.69cm 15.24cm...
  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation Installation The MVP891 can be placed upright on a table or " 1/16 shelf, standing on its four feet. It also can be custom 43.34cm installed in a piece of furniture or cabinet of your choice. The four feet may be removed from the bottom...
  • Page 11: Rear Panel Connectors

    Two Channels Refer to information of Analog Audio and on the back panel connects to the Analog of your MVP891 to Input of an A/V Con- determine the correct trol Center voltage for your unit HDMI OUT supplies digital...
  • Page 12: Making Connections

    On/Off from a McIntosh Preamplifier or A/V Con- 6. Connect a HDMI Cable from the McIntosh 13. Connect a CAT5 or CAT6 cable from the MVP891 trol Center via the Power Control connection. The MVP891 Audio Video Player HDMI OUT to the...
  • Page 13 Notes...
  • Page 14: Remote Control Push-Buttons

    Use to review the preselected tracks from the disc on the Front on a disc for continuous repeat play Panel Alphanumeric display, while in the program mode Note: Push-buttons whose function is not identified above are for use with other McIntosh Components...
  • Page 15: How To Use The Remote Control

    Press the : (Next) Push-button to move forward or MENU Push-button to access the main DVD Title MVP891 Audio Video Disc Player. the 9 (Back) Push-button to move backward one Notes: Refer to the “How to Operate” and “How to menu (disc dependent).
  • Page 16: Front Panel Displays, Push-Buttons

    STANDBY/ON Push-button Stops disc or Starts playback or CD Audio signal output one track, chapter switches the MVP891 ON or USB drive of a disc or USB Layer from a resolution at the or photo at a time OFF (Standby)
  • Page 17: Front Panel Information Display

    Repeat All, Repeat of the Disc processed using Dolby Play Mode is 1Track or Repeat Pro Logic IIx active from point A to point B on the disc Note: Display items not identified above are for use with other McIntosh Components...
  • Page 18: Introduction To The Mvp891 Setup Mode

    Access Device connected, perform the following the disc must be stopped which steps: requires two presses of the 1. If there is a disc playing in the MVP891 press the STOP Push-button. STOP Push-button twice. Note: The MVP891 must 2. Press the SETUP Push-button on the Remote...
  • Page 19: Introduction To The Mvp891 Setup Mode

    Control. illustrated also apply to the remainder of Setup Mode Icon are , from left to right, General Settings, The MVP891 will now check for a Network Con- Settings, which resume on page 20. Video Settings, Audio Settings and System nection first.
  • Page 20: Default Settings

    Default Settings MENU SELECTION SETTING PAGE MENU SELECTION SETTING PAGE General Settings Video Settings System Setup Screen Saver TV Aspect (Aspect Ratio) 16:9 Squeeze Auto Auto Power Mode Wallpaper Picture Power Saving Power Saving Standby Progressive Mode HDMI Control HDMI HDMI Power Off Control Color Space YCbCr...
  • Page 21: System And Language Settings

    Memory for BD Live Data Memory) to be used for storing DB Live downloaded data. Language Setup GUI Language ● English, Francais, Espanol Selects the language of the MVP891 On-Screen Menus that will be seen On- English Screen. Disc Menus ● English, French, Spanish,...
  • Page 22: Rating, Networkvideo And Other Settings

    Connection Test Tests the connection to the Internet. DHCP ● Manual Auto, the DHCP function automatically configures the MVP891 Network Auto Connection. Manual, allows network settings to be entered manually for networks not supporting the DHCP function. BD-Live Connection ●...
  • Page 23: Tv, Hdmi And 3D Settings

    Depending on the video content, the content may be output in 4:3 LB (Letter Box), even though you set it to 4:3 PS (Pan Scan). 3D image reproduction requires a 3D capable TV/Monitor and the required compatible 3D glasses. All the equipment between the MVP891 HDMI output and the 3D TV/Monitor HDMI input ,including cables, must be capable of handling the 3D signal.
  • Page 24: Audio And Speaker Settings

    On, reduces the dynamic range all the time. Off, switches the dynamic range function. The MVP891 will send out an audio signal, via the HDMI Connector, based on the capability of the receiving device.
  • Page 25 Note: Before performing the Delay Time adjustments, the Loudspeaker Size and Level adjustments need to be performed first. The MVP891 downmixes the 7.1 (6.1, 5.1, 4.1) sound track to a 2 channel signal and is available at the 2CH Balanced and Unbalanced Audio Outputs.
  • Page 26: Operation: How To Operate Mvp891

    The chart below illustrates the various Front 4. When the MVP891 is On and has been idle for a wide variety of discs. If you wish to make changes Panel Information Display indications:...
  • Page 27 Parameters. the Rapid Frame the „ (Play) Push-button on the Front Panel of the 2. When the MVP891 is connected to a HDTV not Advance Mode indi- MVP891 or Remote Control. Refer to figures 30 and compatible with Blu-ray 3D Discs, an error cating the advanced message will appear On-Screen.
  • Page 28 There are On-Screen Icons available to indicate the selection of the available Digital Audio Formats and/or button the MVP891 will advance to the next Track/ current audio transport operating conditions and the Languages for the disc playing can be changed.
  • Page 29 Information Display on page 17. the TV/Monitor On-Screen Display. Figure 39 3. When the first desired marker location is reached 1. With the desired disc in the MVP891, press the A-B Repeat press the SELECT Push-button. PLAY„ Push-button to start playback.
  • Page 30 Search Mode from the choices appearing on the screen Figure 42 4. Once playback has started, the basic transport for the type of disc in the MVP891. Use the DIREC- functions such as Next, Back, Fast-Forward, Re- TIONAL and SELECT Push-buttons to enter the “Kodak”...
  • Page 31 YouTube Video Content, the “DivX Registration” to obtain the registration code MVP891 Internet Connection needs an effective speed for this MVP891. It is to be entered during the DivX Method One - Reset and retain user settings. ®...
  • Page 32: Mvp891 Audio/Video Settings And Adjustments

    HDMI Mode 1. Press the PIC ADJ (Picture Adjustment) Push- HDMI RES Video Signal Resolution The HDMI MODE setting allows the MVP891 Digital button on the Remote Control. Refer to figure 51. Auto Matches the native resolution of the TV/Moni-...
  • Page 33 MVP891 Video/Audio Settings and Adjustments Video Adjustment Description Adjustment Range Reduces the noise around the outline of an object generated 0 - +3 by digital processing Adjusts the differences between Contrast the light and dark parts of the -6 to +6...
  • Page 34 Secondary Video, also known as Picture-in Picture, when available on a Blu-ray Disc (“Bonus View” and “BD Live”) is displayed by the MVP891. The Secondary Video Control allows for selection, when available, from the multiple views that may be available on a given disc. The...
  • Page 35: And Adjustments

    MVP891 Video Settings and Adjustments, con’t Figure 54 Figure 56 Figure 58 Figure 55 Figure 59 Figure 57...
  • Page 36: Firmware Update

    1. The Update process will erase the current firm- 1. A functioning MVP891 Audio/Video Player. ware inside the MVP891. 2. An Ethernet Connection between the MVP891 2. The MVP891 will not function until a successful General Setting ETHERNET RJ45 connector (using a CAT5 or Firmware Update is accomplished.
  • Page 37: Operation

    Reboot now. ENTER Reboot Figure 74 4. If figure 75 appears On-Screen the MVP891 Figure 77 aready has latest Firmware and no update is nec- essary at this time. If there is a firmware update The Update Process is complete when the Front Panel available press the SELECT Push-button to begin Information Display indicates “NO DISC”.
  • Page 38: Specifications

    1Vp-p (75 OHM) 240 Volts, 50/60Hz at 50 watts 600 ohms Unbalanced (2 channel Output and Standby: less than 0.5 watt Note: Refer to the rear panel of the MVP891 for the cor- 7.1 Channels) General Specifications rect voltage. Audio Frequency Response (Blu-ray, DVD)
  • Page 39: Packing Instruction

    017937 Plastic foot needed, please call or write Customer Service Depart- 400159 #10-32 x 3/4” screw ment of McIntosh Laboratory. Refer to page 4. Please 404080 #10 Flat washer see the Part List for the correct part numbers.
  • Page 40 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, NY 13903 www.mcintoshlabs.com 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. 04131201...

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