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Balanced/Parallel D/A Design
Eight Burr Brown 20 Bit D/A chips are used in the McIn-
tosh Balanced/Parallel D/A circuit which cancels noise and
distortion artifacts, reduces conversion step errors and im-
proves linearity.
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Automatic Sampling Frequency Selection
The MDA700 automatically selects the correct sampling
frequency to match the input signal requirements. Front
panel LEDs indicate 48KHz, 44.1KHz or 32KHz.
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Four Selectable Digital Inputs
Two Coaxial and two Optical inputs are provided which
can be selected by front panel pushbuttons or with a McIn-
tosh Remote Control.
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20Bit Digital Filter
A high quality 20 Bit Digital filter with 8 times
oversampling is used.
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Balanced and Unbalanced Outputs
Stereo Balanced and Unbalanced Outputs are provided.
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The Front Panel Display
The Display indicates the input being used and the sam-
pling frequency of the digital signal source.
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Ultra Low Distortion
Distortion levels of all types are less than 0.002%. Music is
amplified with total transparency and accuracy.
Safety Instructions cont,
Introduction and Performance Features
Introduction
17. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or inte-
gral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk
of fire or electric shock.
Care of Equipment:
18. Clean the instrument by dusting with a dry cloth. Un-
plug this equipment from the wall outlet and clean the
panel with a cloth moistened with a window cleaner.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
19. Do not permit objects of any kind to be pushed and/or
fall into the equipment through enclosure openings.
Never spill liquids into the equipment through enclo-
sure openings.
20. Unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet
when left unused for a long period of time.
Repair of Equipment:
21. Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to a qualified service personnel under the fol-
lowing conditions:
A. The AC power cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into
the equipment.
C. The equipment has been exposed to rain or water.
D. The equipment does not operate normally by fol-
lowing the operating instructions contained within
this owners manual. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions, as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result
in damage and will often require extensive work by
a qualified technician to restore the product to its
normal operation.
E. The equipment has been dropped or damaged in any
way.
F. The equipment exhibits a distinct change in perfor-
mance - this indicates a need for service.
22. Do not attempt to service beyond that described in the
operating instructions. All other service should be re-
ferred to qualified service personnel.
23. When replacement parts are required, be sure the ser-
vice technician has used replacement parts specified by
McIntosh or have the same characteristics as the origi-
nal part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
24. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this prod-
uct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in proper operating
condition.
Performance Features
The new McIntosh MDA700 D/A Converter offers a
highly refined Balanced/Parallel Circuit utilizing eight of
Burr Browns most sophisticated Digital to Analog (D/A)
chips. Combine the MDA700 with a McIntosh Compact
Disc Transport, or any appropriate Digital signal source
and you will enjoy sound reproduction of unparalleled
sonic perfection.