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Performance Features
Introduction
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Balanced Inputs and Outputs
A pair of Balanced high level Inputs (assignable) and Front
Left, Center and Right Channel Balanced Outputs are pro-
vided.
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Moving Magnet Phono Input
There is a Precision Phono Preamplifier for Moving Magnet
Cartridges.
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On-Screen and Multifunction Fluorescent Displays
A comprehensive On-Screen Display capability makes it
easy to perform setup adjustments using the Remote Con-
trol. The front panel display indicates volume levels, tuner
functions, input selection, operating mode and setup func-
tions.
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Automatic Mode Switching with Auto Memory
The MX120 Automatically Switches Operating Modes ac-
cording to the input signal. Zone A will memorize the Pre-
ferred Mode settings last used for each input.
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Separate Listen and Record Input Selection
The 6 Analog Audio/Video and 2 Analog Audio only Inputs
can be retitled for any desired signal sources. Any unused
input can be “turned off” so the input selector will skip over
it. The six Digital Inputs can be assigned to any of the Zone
A Inputs. Separate Record and Listen Circuits allow record-
ing of one program source while listening to another.
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Latest in Digital Audio Processing
The MX120 incorporates the latest technology in digital
multi-channel processing, including Dolby Digital EX, Pro
Logic IIx, DTS-ES and NEO:6.
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LED Signal Format Indicators
The MX120 includes eight LEDs on the front panel to indi-
cate what type of signal processing is chosen.
Introduction and Performance Features
Now you can take advantage of traditional McIntosh stan-
dards of excellence in the MX120 A/V Control Center as
the heart of your Home Theater System. The MX120 pro-
vides superior eight channel reproduction with the latest in
digital decoding combined with complete audio and video
switching. The McIntosh MX120 sets new standards for
accuracy in a Home Theater System.
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Pure Stereo Mode
When the Stereo Mode of Operation is selected for an ana-
log source the signal is amplified with no digital processing
placed in the signal path.
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Adjustable Channel Level and Time Delay
A built-in test signal generator allows all eight channels to
be calibrated for precise volume levels with either automatic
or manual channel switching and can be adjusted for time
delay to compensate for different distances from each Loud-
speaker to the listening area.
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Digitally Controlled Volume and Tone Controls
A Precision Tracking Volume Control adjusts all eight chan-
nels with tracking accuracy better than 0.5dB. Digitally
controlled bass, treble and loudness analog circuits provide
a wide range of tone shaping with no loss in traditional
McIntosh sonic excellence.
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HDMI Video Switching with Digital Video Processing
There are four HDMI Inputs and any Composite Video, S-
Video, Component Video Input can be Up-Converted to a
Component Video Signal and Digital Video Signal with the
built-in Digital Video Processing Circuitry.
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External Eight Channel Input
An external eight channel signal processor can be connected
to these inputs as well as a DVD-Audio Player or Super
Audio Disc Player with a built-in processor.
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Dual Zone
The MX120 has the built-in ability to control a separate re-
mote audio/video in Zone B with program selection indepen-
dent of Zone A, using a dedicated power amplifier and
speakers.
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Fiber Optic Solid State Front Panel Illumination
The Illumination of the Front Panel is accomplished by the
combination of custom designed Fiber Optic Light Diffusers
and Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs). This provides uniform
Front Panel Illumination, together with the extra long life of
the LEDs.
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Glass Front Panel
The famous McIntosh Illuminated Glass Front Panel en-
sures the pristine beauty of the MX120 will be retained for
many years.
