McIntosh MX160, Owner'S Manual

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General Information, Cable Information, Introduction and Performance Features
Introduction
Performance Features
The MX160 A/V Processor sets the standard of
excellence in a Home Theater System. The MX160
provides superior multichannel reproduction, Room-
Perfect correction, the latest in digital audio decoding
and digital video conversion circuitry.
• HDMI Audio/Video Switching with Up-
Conversion Processing
There are eight HDMI Inputs with Digital Video Con-
version Circuitry with scaling of the video input signal
from 480p up to 2160p 4K Video Resolution.
• Input Selection
There are 7 Analog Audio Inputs (one eight channel),
8 Digital Audio Inputs and 8 Digital Video Inputs.
The MX160 has the ability to add 118 phantom Inputs
which can be titled and matched in level, so there are
no abrupt changes in volume levels between the differ-
ent Inputs. Any unused input can be “turned off” so
the input selector will skip over it.
• Balanced Audio Inputs and Outputs
Two pair of Balanced high level Inputs and sixteen
channel Balanced Outputs allow long cable lengths
without a loss in sound quality.
• Moving Magnet Phono Input
There is a Precision Phono Preamplifier for Moving
Magnet Cartridges.
• Digital Audio Decoders
The MX160 also provides built-in decoding of the
latest Digital Audio Signal Audio/Video Formats
from Dolby, DTS and Auro 3D. These include Dolby
Atmos, Dolby True HD, DTS-X, DTS Master HD and
Auro 3D Sound. It can also decode Dolby Upmixer,
DTS Neo:X and Cinema, Music and Game. Digital
Audio Streaming via the USB PC Input Streaming in-
cludes processing Digital Audio Signals up to 192kHz
with 24Bit resolution.
• On-Screen and Multifunction Fluorescent
Displays
A comprehensive On-Screen Display capability makes
it easy to perform setup and operational adjustments
using the Remote Control. The front panel display
indicates input selection, volume levels, and other
operating functions.
• LED Channel Status Indicators
The MX160 includes multiple LEDs on the Front
Panel to indicate what type of operating signals are
being received, signal processing mode and the output
format chosen.
• RoomPerfect
TM
Automatic Measurement
The RoomPerfect Automatic Measurement System
provides precise adjustment of Loudspeaker Volume
Levels, Time Delay and Equalization for all channels.
Supplied Calibrated Microphone with stand/boom
allows for the multiple room measurements for precise
adjustments.
• Digitally Controlled Audio Trim Functions
Audio Trim functions include Bass, Treble and Voic-
ing (equalzation) adjustments, provide a wide range
of tone shaping with no loss in traditional McIntosh
sonic excellence.
• Dual Zone
The MX160 has the built-in ability to control a sepa-
rate remote audio/video zone with program selection
independent of Zone A, using a dedicated power
amplifier and speakers.
• Fiber Optic Solid State Front Panel Illumination
The Illumination of the Glass Front Panel is accom-
plished by the combination of custom designed Fiber
Optic Light Diffusers and extra long life Light Emit-
ting Diodes (LEDs). This provides even Front Panel
Illumination and is designed to ensure the pristine
beauty of the MX160 will be retained for many years.
• Power Control (Triggers) and Full Function Re-
mote Control
The Power Control (Triggers) provides convenient
Turn-On/Off of components connected to the MX160.
The Remote Control Push-buttons provide complete
control of the MX160 operating functions.
• Machined Side Panels
The sides of the MX160 are machined from thick alu-
minum panels with a smooth black finish.
• Special Power Supply
The Power Supply has Multiple Regulators to ensure
stable noise free operation even though the power line
varies.