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T
he awesome sonic potential of DVD movies with Dolby Digital ®practically begs for McIntosh-quality
reproduction. The MX132 and MC7205 are the foundation for a powerful and engaging home theater
experience. The MX132 features the absolute finest digital processing engine available for surround
sound. As the brains of a home theater system, its roster of capabilities may astonish even the most
jaded scorekeepers. The MX132 is logically organized, handles audio and video signals in purist fashion,
and integrates elegantly with other McIntosh systems and components.
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24-BIT SIGNAL PROCESSING (MX132). The MX132 features one of the most powerful
DSP engines available. Three Motorola 24-bit digital signal processors decode Dolby
Digital
®, Pro Logic, and DTS ®soundtracks. One divides a digital bit stream into the
Dolby Digital and Pro Logic channels. Another is dedicated to decoding DTS. The third
handles bass-channel management as well as ancillary functions. Except in pure Stereo
mode, all analog inputs are processed by a 24-bit stereo A/D converter. Three additional
24-bit D/A converters handle the DSP output.
HOME THX
®CINEMA (MX132). Speaker Position Time Synchronization and Dynamic
Decorrelation -“ two THX enhancements for Dolby Digital -“ optimize sound in rooms lacking
proper speaker locations.
TRIM SELECT (MX132). Settings for subwoofer, surround speakers, center speaker, treble,
bass, loudness, and display can be adjusted using the TRIM LEVEL knob or via remote.
The settings are shown on the MX132s large display. For each operating mode only the
appropriate trim options can be accessed.
ON-SCREEN SETUP (MX132). All speaker size selection, room calibration, and custom
sound enhancement features can be set from the listening position via remote control.
CONTROL DATA OUTPUTS (MX132). To facilitate system integration, the MX132 outputs
control data for source components. This allows remote operation of non-McIntosh components
either by direct connection to compatible data inputs or via a McIntosh Remote Translator.
REMOTE POWER CONTROL (MX132 + MC7205). The MC7205 receives power on/off
data via its cable link to the MX132. In addition, power control jacks provide the same
capability when the units are used independently. A special multipin jack on the MX132
connects to the PC3 AC Power Controller (see Companions section).
SUPER-TRACKING VOLUME CONTROL (MX132). Level differences among channels in
a stereo or surround system compromise sound imaging. The MX132 uses an electronic
volume control with tracking accuracy better than 0.5dB for all six channels.
ACTIVE VARIABLE LOUDNESS COMPENSATION (MX132). Typical loudness circuits
apply a fixed amount of compensation for listening at low volume. The MX132 includes
a separateloudness circuit that applies compensation proportionately. When off, the
loudness circuit elements are completelyremoved from the signal path.
MATCHED AND BUFFERED VIDEO SWITCHING (MX132). High-resolution video sources
such as DVDs demand high-quality video switching. Each MX132 video input is termi-
nated with 75 ohms to maintain a proper impedance match. Video buffer amps feed the
two monitor video outputs, ensuring no loss in picture quality. Built-in digital comb filters
convert composite video to S-video, allowing use of S-video outputs for all video sources.
AUTOMATIC INPUT LEVEL CONTROL (MX132). The analog input to the DSP features a
circuit similar to the Power Guard
®used in McIntosh amplifiers. AILC continuously mon-
itors input voltage and if overdrive occurs reduces the input level, preventing distortion.
BALANCED CONNECTIONS (MX132 Zone B). A balanced connection provides 40dB
more noise protection than an unbalanced connection. The balanced output of the
MX132s Zone B allows distant placement of a Zone B amp without compromising sound.
All it takes is one cable to join
the MX132 and the MC7205-¦
and one more to link a home
theater to a multizone system.
MX132
A/V Control Center + Processor
MC7205
5-Channel Power Amplifier
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