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McIntosh XLS112 manual

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  • Page 1

    XLS1 12 Owner ’ s Manual McIntosh Laboratory , Inc. 2 Chambers S treet Binghamton, New Y ork 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 F AX: 607-724-0549 Powered Subwoofer[...]

  • Page 2

    2 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERA TING THIS EQUIPMENT . W ARNING - T O REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT T O RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” wit[...]

  • Page 3

    3 Customer Service T echnical Assist ance Please T ake A Moment Thank Y ou Copyright 2004 © by McIntosh Laboratory , Inc. The serial number , purchase date and McIntosh Dealer name are important to you for possible insurance claim or future service. The spaces below have been provided for you to record that information: Y our decision to own this [...]

  • Page 4

    4 Introduction Import ant Information 1. The following Connecting Cable is available fr om the McIntosh Parts Department: Power Control Cable Part No. 170-202 Six foot, 2 conductor shielded, with two 1/8 inch ster eo mini phone plugs. 2. For additional connection information, r efer to the owner’ s manual(s) for any component(s) connected to the [...]

  • Page 5

    5 Performance Features Import ant Information, Connector Information, Introduction and Performance Features • Patented LD/HP T echnology The McIntosh Loudspeaker Element features the patented LD/HP motor structure. This design, when compared to conventional Loudspeaker Elements, reduces distortion significantly . It also increases power handling [...]

  • Page 6

    6 The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your XLS1 12 Powered Subwoofer . There is additional information on page 8 pertaining to installing the XLS1 12. Dimensions Front V iew of XLS1 12 with Grille Removed Rear V iew of XLS1 12 Note: The XLS1 12 is supplied with optional adjustable feet, four T iptoes and four Gl[...]

  • Page 7

    7 Dimensions T op V iew of XLS1 12 Bottom V iew of XLS1 12 13 -1/10 " 33.27cm 10 -1/8 " 25.72cm 2 -7/8 " 7.30cm 9 -1/10 " 23.1 1cm 2" 5.08cm 15" 38.10cm 10 -5/8 " 26.99cm 2 -1/4 " 5.72cm Side V iew of XLS1 12[...]

  • Page 8

    8 Inst allation Installation Locating the XLS1 12 Always provide adequate ventilation for the XLS1 12 Pow- ered Subwoofer . Cool operation ensures the longest pos- sible life for any electronic instrument. An installation should provide at least 2 inches spacing on all sides of the XLS1 12, so airflow is not obstructed. The optimal method for selec[...]

  • Page 9

    9 Rear Panel Connections Connect the XLS112 power cord to a live AC outlet. Refer to information on the back panel to determine the correct voltage POWER CONTROL IN receives turn on/off sig- nals from a McIntosh component and the POWER CONTROL OUT sends the turn on/off sig- nal to the next McIntosh component Main Fuse holder , refer to information [...]

  • Page 10

    10 How to Connect McIntosh Seven Channel Power Amplifier McIntosh A/V Control Center The McIntosh XLS1 12 Powered Subwoofer may be turned On or Off by two dif ferent methods. The preferred method is to utilize the Power Control Signal from a McIntosh A/V Control Center or Audio Control Center . If the Power Con- trol Signal is not available, the XL[...]

  • Page 11

    11 How to Connect To A C Outlet[...]

  • Page 12

    12 How to Operate How to Operate Level Control Start with the LEVEL CONTROL in the center position and perform the system level calibration on the A/V Con- trol Center or Surround Decoder for the subwoofer level. If the subwoofer level can not be set, adjust the XLS1 12’ s LEVEL CONTROL to provide adequate range during cali- bration. Refer to fig[...]

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    13 Notes[...]

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    14 Specifications Specifications Driver Complement 12 inch LD/HP W oofer Frequency Response 35Hz to 200Hz (±3dB) Maximum Sound Pressur e Level 1 15dB Power Output 400 W atts Sine W ave Continuous Power T otal Harmonic Distortion (Power Ampfier) Maximum T otal Harmonic Distortion at any power level from 250 milliwatts to rated power output is 0.07%[...]

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    15 Packing Instructions Packing Instructions In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as shown below . Use banding straps to make sure box is held to- gether securely . Use the original shipping carton and parts only if they are in good serviceable condition. If a shipping carton or any[...]

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    McIntosh Part No. 04092800 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.[...]