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Note About Initial Network Connection

When your RS150 connects to your network for the 

first time, it will automatically look for the latest 

software update. If available, the RS150 will install 

the newest version. When updating, the Red LED 

below the Right Knob will blink twice, pause and 

repeat.
You may adjust how future updates are handled. See 

“UPDATE Menu” on page 12.

Roon

When connected to your network, the RS150 will 

be available as a Zone for your Roon server. (If you 

have a Roon server.) The RS150 can be connected 

to your  Wi-Fi using AirPlay (see “Wi-Fi connection 

using an iOS Device” on page 5) or Chromecast. 

It can also be directly connected with an ethernet 

cable.

Tidal Connect

To listen to music on TIDAL through the RS150, 

using the Tidal app, select the content you want to 

play and then select the connect icon 

 on the 

Now Playing page.
This will bring up a list of nearby devices to stream 

through. Locate the RS150 and select to pair.
If you are unable to find your device, make sure the 

device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network you 

are streaming from.
Once paired you can use your TIDAL app as a 

remote. TIDAL is compatible with select smart 

assistants that enable voice controls. Depending on 

your region, you may enable this feature by linking 

your TIDAL account with your selected smart 

device. This option can normally be found in the 

Settings section of your respective Smart Devices 

app. 

Spotify Connect

Use your phone, tablet or computer as a remote 

control for Spotify. Go to spotify.com/connect to 

learn how.

Qualcomm® aptX™ Audio

aptX™ is a codec that can provide CD quality 

music over Bluetooth connections. The RS150 

will automatically utilize aptX when connected to 

a source that supports aptX. Simply connect with 

Bluetooth as described in “Quick Start (Bluetooth)” 

on page 4. 
The RS150 also supports the higher resolution aptX 

HD (24-bit/48kHz). If your device utilizes aptX HD 

then that resolution will be utilized automatically. 
The RS150 also features aptX LL (Low Latency) 

which automatically ensures Bluetooth can deliver 

sound in sync with visual media. It reduces 

delay and improves end-to-end speed of the 

audio transmission, resulting in a high quality, 

synchronized user experience with any transmitting 

device that supports aptX LL.

Summary of Contents for RS150

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Page 3: ...u 12 Figure 10 Packing Material 13 Figure 11 Dimensions 14 Table of Contents Safety First 2 FCC Information For US Customers 2 IC Information Canadian Customers 2 Thank you from all of us at McIntosh 3 Make a Note 3 Trademark and License Information 4 Quick Start Bluetooth 4 More Connections 5 AirPlay 2 5 Wi Fi connection using an iOS Device 5 Ethernet 5 Setting up Wi Fi Without Ethernet 5 Chromec...

Page 4: ... has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards Apple iPad iPad Air iPad Pro iPhone and AirPlay are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries To control this AirPlay 2 enabled speaker iOS 11 4 or later is required The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by McIntosh Group Inc is...

Page 5: ...f the RS150 The RS150 will use the ethernet connection for all network activity To enable Wi Fi the ethernet cable must be removed With an ethernet connection you can use the RS150 browser interface to provide the RS150 with your Wi Fi settings For more information see The Browser Interface on page 10 Setting up Wi Fi Without Ethernet To initially connect your RS150 to a Wi Fi network without usin...

Page 6: ...me Wi Fi network you are streaming from Once paired you can use your TIDAL app as a remote TIDAL is compatible with select smart assistants that enable voice controls Depending on your region you may enable this feature by linking your TIDAL account with your selected smart device This option can normally be found in the Settings section of your respective Smart Devices app Spotify Connect Use you...

Page 7: ...m Volume Mute LED Front View Labeled Figure 5 Installing the Grille Installing the Grille The RS150 s Grille can be installed by lining up the eight plastic pegs on the back of the Grille with the eight holes framing the speakers of the RS150 Gently push with even pressure to install and pull straight away from the front to remove the Grille See Figure 5 below Note that the Grille has a top and bo...

Page 8: ... entering Sleep State see The Right Knob above turn the Left Knob to toggle the Meter Lighting on off Network Wi Fi Indicator LED When connected to a network the Network Wi Fi indicator LED will be glow a solid green For network states see the table below LED Status Green slow pulse RS150 is in process of joining the network Green solid Connected to the network Red solid a network error has occurr...

Page 9: ...Port The Ethernet Port connects your RS150 to your network s router using a standard CAT5 CAT5E or CAT6 cable with an RJ45 connector Using a wired connection is one way to access the RS150 s setup via a browser For more information see The Browser Interface on page 10 AC Connector Use the supplied AC Power Cord to connect the RS150 to a live AC outlet USB Service Port The USB port is only for perf...

Page 10: ...RVIEW Menu The Overview menu provides the following information about the RS150 Serial Number MAC Address Network IP Address Firmware versions You can provide a Custom Name for the RS150 This is the name that will display for available AirPlay devices If you wish to change the default name type the new name in the box and press Enter The Overview Menu provides an indicator for the status of your W...

Page 11: ...Wired and Wireless network connections Select Network Type to see change settings Automatic Wired Wireless If Network Type is set to Automatic the RS150 will automatically connect to Wi Fi when the ethernet cable is unplugged provided the Wireless connection has previously been setup Selecting Wired for Network Type will limit the RS150 network connection to the ethernet port connection Select Wir...

Page 12: ...en set to the default of OTA Auto the RS150 will periodically check for updates and install them automatically When set to OTA Manual the RS150 will check for available updates when you select the Start Search button to the right of Check for Update If an update is available you can install it by selecting Start Update OTA stands for over the air The Service option for updating is for service purp...

Page 13: ...ack the unit will likely result in damage If you need any of the packing material you can contact McIntosh Customer Service Figure 10 Packing Material Item QTY Description Part 1 1 Inner Carton 310761SP 2 4 Paper Protector 1 310762SP 3 2 Paper Protector 2 310763SP 4 1 Accessory Box 310764SP 5 2 Outer Carton 310765SP 6 1 Left Foam 310766SP 7 1 Right Foam 310767SP ...

Page 14: ...14 Dimensions Figure 11 Dimensions VOLUME R S 1 5 0 NET BT 0 10 40 30 20 OUTPUT LEVEL dB PUSH POWER MUTE PUSH BT PAIR 7 68 19 5cm 14 37 36 5cm 8 62 21 9cm 8 9 22 6cm ...

Page 15: ...also be supported by chosen source app and device MP3 AAC FLAC ALAC WMA Ogg Vorbis WAV M4A OGG AIFF Connectivity Wi Fi CERTIFIEDTM a b g n ac WPATM WPA2TM WMM 2 4 5 GHz ethernet Bluetooth 5 0 AVRCP A2DP aptX aptX HD aptX LL Power Requirements 100 120V 220 240V 50 60 Hz 150 Watts Dimensions Width 7 11 16 inches 19 5cm Height 14 3 8 inches 36 8cm Depth 8 5 8 inches 21 9cm Shipping Carton Dimensions ...

Page 16: ...cannot control the providers of such services or the services themselves the owner of the Product therefore assumes all risks related to the use of services provided by anyone other than 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 discontinuan...

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