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General Information
The main AC power going to the MDA200 and
any other McIntosh component(s) should not be
applied until all the system components are con-
nected together. Failure to do so could result in
the malfunctioning of some or all of the system’s
normal operations. When the MDA200 and other
McIntosh components are in their Standby / Power
O Mode, the microprocessor’s circuitry inside
each component is active and communication is
occurring between them.
The unbalanced outputs and the balanced outputs
can be used simultaneously.
The MDA200 internal digital-to-analog converter
circuitry is designed to decode 2 channel PCM
(Pulse Code Modulation), Dolby Digital and DTS
bitstreams, and DSD (Direct Stream Digital) digi-
tal signals present at the coaxial, optical, and USB
digital inputs. Other digital audio signal format
types will cause the audio outputs of the MDA200
to be muted.
The IR input, with a 3.5mm mini phone jack, is
congured for non-McIntosh IR sensors such as a
Xantech Model HL85BK Kit.
When discarding the unit, comply with local rules
or regulations. Batteries should never be thrown
away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance
with the local regulations concerning battery
disposal.
For additional information on the MDA200 and
other McIntosh products please visit the McIntosh
website at www.mcintoshlabs.com.
Copyright 2022 © by McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
Table of Contents including Figures
General Information �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� 2
Performance Features�� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� 3
Trademark and License Information �� �� �� 3
Front Panel Displays and Switches� �� �� �� �� 4
Rear Panel Connections and Switches �� �� �� 5
Connectors and Cable Information �� �� �� �� 6
System Configurations �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� 7
DAC Mode . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 7
Preamp / DAC Mode .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 7
Setup Menu �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� 8-10
Trim Functions Menu � �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� ��10
Dimensions �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� ��11
Using Your MDA200 �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� ��12
Remote Control �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� ��13
Changing the Remote’s Battery . .. .. .. .. .. 13
Specifications �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� 14
Audio Specifications .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 14
Digital Audio Specifications .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 14
General Specifications .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 14
Packing Instructions �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� ��15
Part List �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� ��15
Thank You from All of Us at McIntosh
You have invested in a precision instrument that
will provide you with many years of enjoyment.
Please take a few moments to familiarize yourself
with the features and instructions to get the
maximum performance from your equipment.
If you need further technical assistance, please
contact your dealer who may be more familiar with
your particular setup including other brands. You
can also contact McIntosh with additional questions
or in the unlikely event of needing service.
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc�
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Technical Assistance (607) 723-3512
Fax (607) 724-0549
Customer Service (607) 723-3515
Fax (607) 723-1917
Email support@mcintoshlabs.com
Website www.mcintoshlabs.com
Important Safety Information is supplied in a separate document “Important Additional Operation Information Guide”
Safety First
Please read the safety instructions included in a
separate document called “Important Additional
Operation Information Guide.”
Please Take A Moment
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serial number and purchase information here. We
can identify your purchase from this information
if the occasion should arise:
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