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Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY

2 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a non-abrasive dry soft cloth. 7. Install in accordance with the manufact urer’s instructions. 8. This Loudspeaker is capable of pro...

Page 3 - quires three or more persons to safely handle the Loudspeaker

3 Thank You Your decision to own this McIntosh XCS2K Loudspeaker System ranks you at the very top among discriminating music listeners. You now have “The Best.” The McIntosh dedication to “Quality,” is assurance that you will receive many years of listening enjoyment from this unit. Please take a sh...

Page 4 - Introduction; Figure 1

4 Introduction The new McIntosh XCS2K Loudspeaker System is a Center Channel Loudspeaker capable of reproducing the full dynamic range of a symphony orchestra with very low audible distortion. It is the perfect match to the famous XRT2K Column Loudspeakers, when used in a Home Theater / Music System...

Page 5 - Introduction and Performance Features; Figure 4; Performance Features

5 Introduction and Performance Features Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Performance Features • High Temperature Neodymium-Iron-Boron Alloy Magnets The 3 twelve inch Woofers, 32 two inch Midranges and 20 three-quarter inch Dome Tweeters all use the Neodymium- Iron-Boron magnets. This Alloy has the highest...

Page 6 - Dimensions; Front View of the

6 The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your XCS2K Loudspeaker System. Dimensions 42- 1/4 " 107.3cm Front View of the XCS2K Loudspeaker System 17- 1/16 " 43.34cm Side View of the XCS2K Loudspeaker System (shown at maximum elevation of 30°) 23- 3/8 " 59....

Page 9 - Unpacking the Loudspeaker; When this Loudspeaker is assembled it weighs; Location in the Room; Dimensions, con’t and Installation; Figure 8

9 Unpacking the Loudspeaker To protect the fine finish of the XCS2K Loudspeaker System during the adjustment process, it is advisable to prepare a suitable adjustment area. A freshly vacuumed carpeted area covered with a soft, clean fabric, such as a large bed linen or blanket would be suitable. Sta...

Page 10 - Adjusting the Elevation of the Loudspeaker; Locking

10 Installation, con’t 7. With three persons, lift up on the sides and center rear of the Low Frequency Enclosure part of the Loudspeak- er. Place the Loudspeaker in the final location. Refer to figure 11. Adjusting the Elevation of the Loudspeaker The acoustic output of the XCS2K Loudspeaker may be...

Page 11 - Installation, con’t and Rear Panel Connections; HIGH Frequency Input Con-; MIDrange Frequency Input Con-; are internally connected; LOW Frequency Input Con-; are internally connected

11 3 2 1 3 2 1 3 2 1 Installation, con’t and Rear Panel Connections HIGH Frequency Input Con- nections 1, 2, and 3 for a 8 ohm Loudspeaker. Note: 1, 2 and 3 Terminals (+) are internally connected together; 1, 2 and 3 Termi- nals (-) are also internally connected together. MIDrange Frequency Input Co...

Page 12 - How to Connect using a single Amplifier; Caution: The AC Power Cord should not be connected to the

12 How to Connect using a single Amplifier Caution: The AC Power Cord should not be connected to the Power Amplifier until after the Loudspeaker Con- nections have been made. Failure to observe this could result in Electric Shock. 1. Prepare Loudspeaker cables by choosing one of the methods below: B...

Page 13 - How to Connect

13 3 2 1 3 2 1 3 2 1 How to Connect McIntosh MC2KW Power Amplifier

Page 14 - How to Connect using a two Amplifiers

14 How to Connect using a two Amplifiers Caution: The AC Power Cord should not be connected to the Power Amplifiers until after the Loudspeaker Con- nections have been made. Failure to observe this could result in Electric Shock. Follow the connection instructions below, together with the Connection...

Page 15 - How to Connect using a three Amplifiers

15 How to Connect using a three Amplifiers Caution: The AC Power Cord should not be connected to the Power Amplifiers until after the Loudspeaker Con- nections have been made. Failure to observe this could result in Electric Shock. Follow the connection instructions below, together with the Connecti...

Page 17 - Notes