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1. Switch On the McAire.

2. Launch iTunes and click the AirPlay icon dis

-

played in the 

lower right of the 

window and then 

select McAire 

from the list. Refer 

to figure 34.

3. Choose a song and 

click play in iTunes. The music will stream to the 

McAire.

4. Click the AirPlay Icon in iTunes and then select 

“Multiple Speak

-

ers” from the list. 

Refer to figure 35.

5. From the list ap-

pearing in iTunes 

select McAire.

To control music playback from iTunes using the 

McAire Remote Control perform the following:

6. With iTunes 

running, 

select “Edit”, 

then “Prefer-

ences”. Refer 

to figure 36.

7. Select the 

“Devices” 

icon, then 

check “Al

-

low iTunes 

audio control 

from remote 

speakers”.

Notes: 1. The McAire will switch to the “NET” 

Input when AirPlay playback is started.

2. The screen may differ depending on the 

OS and software versions.

3. For information about how to use iTunes, 

click on Help.

Reset of Microprocessors

In the unlikely event the controls of the McAire stop 

functioning, the internal microprocessors can be reset 

by performing the following:

1. Disconnect the McAire AC Power Cord from the 

AC Power Outlet.

2. Wait at least 30 seconds, then reconnect the 

McAire AC Power Cord to the AC Power Outlet.

3. Press the Front Panel ON/STANDBY Push-button 

or the       On/Off Push-button on the Remote Con-

trol to resume listening.

Resetting to Factory Default Settings

If it becomes desirable to reset all of the McAire set

-

tings to the factory default values, perform the follow-

ing steps:

1. With the McAire On, press the RESET Push-

button (recessed and located on the Rear Panel of 

the McAire) until the McAire 

switches Off and the Front 

Front Panel ON/STANDBY 

LED changes in color from 

Orange to Red.

2. Press the ON/STANDBY 

Push-button and the McAire 

will resume operation.

Streaming music from Apple Mobile Device

To stream music stored in the Apple Mobile Device 

directly to the McAire, perform the following:

1. Touch the AirPlay Icon on the Music App. Refer 

to figure 32.

2. From the list appearing on the Apple Mobile De-

vice select the McAire. Refer to figure 33.

Note: It might be necessary to change position of 

the McAire Antenna and/or Wireless Router to 

reduce possible WiFi Signal Drop Outs.

Streaming Music from iTunes on your Computer

Before proceeding, download and install the latest ver

-

sion of iTunes (version 10.6 or later) on the computer 

connected to the same network as the McAire. Also 

update your Apple Mobile Device to OS 5 or later.

Note: Use the Apple Remote App for your Apple Mobile 

Device to control iTunes from any room in your 

home. The app is available as a free download 

from the App Store. The App does require a Wire-

less Router to be part of the Computer Network.

To steam music from iTunes on your computer to the 

McAire perform the following:

How to Operate the McAire

Figure 37

AirPlay icon

Figure 34

Figure 32

Cancel

McAire

Figure 33

Figure 36

Figure 35

Master Volume

Multiple Speakers

My Computer

This Computer

McAire

AirPlay Device

Summary of Contents for McAire

Page 1: ...McIntosh Laboratory Inc 2 Chambers Street Binghamton New York 13903 2699 Phone 607 723 3512 www mcintoshlabs com McAire Integrated Audio System Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...nector of this equipment must not be directly connected to a public network Connection is to be made only by way of a modem or router ap proved for this purpose 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with a dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the m...

Page 3: ... protected by U S patents and a User Information acc to FCC15 21 as following Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment b Statement for Class B digital device acc to FCC 15 105 as following NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A B digital device purs...

Page 4: ...aler who is familiar with your McIntosh equipment and any other brands that may be part of your system If you or your Dealer wish additional help concerning a suspected problem you can receive technical assistance for all McIntosh products at McIntosh Laboratory Inc 2 Chambers Street Binghamton New York 13903 Phone 607 723 3512 Fax 607 724 0549 Customer Service If it is determined that your McInto...

Page 5: ...s Now you can take advantage of traditional McIntosh standards of excellence in the McAire Integrated Audio System The McAire provides superior spaciousness sound reproduction with unusual sound stage depth The McIntosh Sound is The Sound of the Music Itself Introduction Performance Features Illuminated Output Level Meters The Illuminated Peak Responding Output Level Meters on the McAire are calib...

Page 6: ...tion for your McAire Front View of the McAire Rear View of the McAire 19 3 8 49 2cm Side View of the McAire 6 1 4 15 9cm 12 15 16 32 8cm 8 20 3cm Secondary Low Frequency Acoustic Openings Note For proper Low Frequency Performance do not block the Acoustic Opening 14 7 16 36 7cm ...

Page 7: ...udspeaker Grilles removed and the internal Woofers shown Bottom View of the McAire Primary Low Frequency Acoustic Opening Note For proper Low Frequency Performance do not block the Acoustic Opening remove or change the four feet on the bottom of the McAire Foot ...

Page 8: ...rated on this page Always provide adequate ventilation for your McAire Cool operation ensures the longest possible operating life for any electronic instrument Do not install the McAire directly above a heat generating device Allow at least 6 inches 15 24cm above the top 7 16 inches 1 11cm below the bottom 1 inch 2 54cm on each side of the McAire so that airflow is not obstructed Also allow 17 inc...

Page 9: ...ts high level program source signals WLAN Wireless Local Area Network ANTENNA for receiving AirPlay and WiFi signals NETWORK Connector for connecting the McAire to a Broadband Ethernet Network iPOD USB input for wired connnection to an iPod or iPhone mobile device AUX DATA OUT sends control signals to a compatible source component allowing remote control operation RESET restores the McAire to fact...

Page 10: ...ble from the McAire AUX DATA OUT Jack to the Tuner or Disc Player Data In jack 6 Connect an Audio Cable from the McAire AUX AUDIO IN Jacks to the Tuner or Disc Player Fixed Audio Output Unbalanced Jacks AC Power Cords Connections 7 Connect the optional components AC Power Cord to a live AC outlet as illustrated Connecting the McAire Caution The supplied AC Power Cord should not be connected to the...

Page 11: ...e McAire Connect to AC Outlet when instructed to do so Optional Tuner or Disc Player Apple iPod or iPhone Connect to AC Outlet Optional Computer Network Router Wireless or Wired Refer to page 15 for additional information ...

Page 12: ...er connected to the McAire Selects the PREVIOUS 9 track Also goes Downwards through the Station Presets with optional McIntosh Tuner connected to the McAire Decreases the volume level Press and hold to switch the meter illumination On or Off Also used for other functions Selects the desired INPUT Use to move through the available choices up down left right of menu items with an optional McIntosh D...

Page 13: ... the Front Panel VOLUME Control will flash during the time audio is muted Press the MUTE Push button a second time to resume listening Pause Press the PAUSE Push button to temporarily stop playback of the music Back and Next Press the Next Push button to move forward one track or the 9 Back Push button to move back to the beginning of the current track playing Press and hold either Push button to ...

Page 14: ...lifier Front Panel Displays Controls and Push button Indicates when the McAire is in standby mode and operational status Select from one of the various Input Sources available for listening Indicates when the VOLUME Control is set to minimum or maximum loudness Also indi cates when the sound is Muted ON STANDBY Push button switches the McAire ON or OFF Standby Indicates the current INPUT Selection...

Page 15: ...Figures 1 2 and 3 are just a few examples of the many possible Network Setups Introduction to Setting Up the McAire McAire Rear Panel Partial View Network Router Wireless Wireless Home Network Optional Computer With Wireless Network Connection Figure 1 McAire Rear Panel Partial View Optional Computer Network Router Wired Home Network Figure 2 Method Number 1 Temporarily connect the McAire Network ...

Page 16: ...seconds the Apple Mobile Device internal speaker will switch Off and sound will now be comming from the McIntosh McAire through the AirPlay Wireless Connection 4 Press the ENTER on the keyboard After sev eral minutes the McIntosh McAire Setup Screen will appear in the web browser window Refer to figure 3 5 Referring to figure 3 select Your Router MAC Address from the choices appearing in the SSID ...

Page 17: ...re Note It is normal for the NET indicating LED to change from magenta in color to an alter nating flashing green color during the time a network connection is trying to be estab lished 3 Activate the Apple Mobile Device and select the Settings Icon Refer to figure 7 on page 16 4 From the Settings Menu select the Wi Fi Icon Refer to figures 8 and 9 on page 16 5 After about 60 seconds the Apple Mob...

Page 18: ...twork Router same address as selected in step 8 on page 17 Refer to figure 18B Touch the Your Router a second time to activate the wireless connection and a check mark will appear to the left of the MAC Ad dress or unique Router name Refer to figure 18B 13 Return to the main screen and select the Music Icon Refer to figure 19 14 Select the desired music for listening in this Method Number 2 con t ...

Page 19: ...l on the Front Panel of the McAire select the USB Input on the McAire 7 Using the McAire Remote Control enter the Net work Setup Mode by press the following push button sequence A The push button B The push button C The push button D The push button Figure 22 Looking at your Apple Mobile Device Screen a window will appear asking to share Wi Fi Set tings Refer to figure 22 8 Touch the ALLOW On Scre...

Page 20: ...when an Apple Mobile Device is connected to the iPod USB Input the McAire will auto matically switch On 2 An optional Source Component will also switch On Off with the McAire such as a McIntosh Tuner when there is a Power Con trol Connection made between the units 3 The McAire will automatically switch OFF approximately 30 minutes after the music Note The Apple Mobile Device will pause the cur ren...

Page 21: ...et all of the McAire set tings to the factory default values perform the follow ing steps 1 With the McAire On press the RESET Push button recessed and located on the Rear Panel of the McAire until the McAire switches Off and the Front Front Panel ON STANDBY LED changes in color from Orange to Red 2 Press the ON STANDBY Push button and the McAire will resume operation Streaming music from Apple Mo...

Page 22: ...mensions Width is 19 3 8 inches 49 2cm Height is 8 inches 20 3cm including antenna in the vertical position Depth is 17 inches 43 2cm including connectors and antenna Weight 31 pounds 14 Kg net 44 pounds 19 9 Kg in ship ping carton Shipping Carton Dimensions Width is 27 3 8 inches 69 5cm Height is 19 1 8 inches 48 6cm Depth is 10 1 4 inches 26cm Network Input Wired RJ45 10 100 Base T Wireless 802 ...

Page 23: ...e Depart ment of McIntosh Laboratory Refer to page 4 Please see the Part List for the correct part numbers Packing Instructions Quantity Part Number Description 1 03454000 Shipping Carton 8 03454100 Foam Corner Caps 1 03454200 Inside Carton 2 03454300 Foam End Caps 2 03454400 Accessory Pack Sleeve 1 03362600 Plastic Protective cover 1 310505SP Fabric Protective cover Packing Instructions ACCESSORY...

Page 24: ...ucts is the policy of McIntosh Laboratory Incorporated who reserve the right to improve design without notice Printed in the U S A McIntosh Laboratory Inc 2 Chambers Street Binghamton NY 13903 www mcintoshlabs com McIntosh Part No 04131800 ...

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