Connecting Components
The MA7000 has the ability to automatically switch power On/Off to McIntosh Source Components via the Power Control connections. The Data Port Connections allow for the remote operation of basic functions using the MA7000 Remote Control. With an external sensor connected to the MA7000, remote control operation of the system is possi- ble from another room and/or when the MA7000 is located in a cabinet with the doors closed.
The connection instructions below, together with the MA7000 Input and Output Connection Diagrams located on the separate folded sheet “Mc1A/1B”, are an example of a typical audio system. Your system may vary from this, however the actual components would be connected in a similar manner. For additional information refer to “Con- nector and Cable Information” on page 4.
Power Control Connections:
1.Connect a Control Cable from the MA7000 POWER CONTROL MAIN Jack to the Power Control In on the McIntosh SACD/CD Player.
2.Connect a Control Cable from the McIntosh SACD/CD Player Power Control Out Jack to the McIntosh Audio/ Video Player Power Control In Jack.
3.Connect a Control Cable from the McIntosh Audio/ Video Player Power Control Out Jack to the McIntosh Tuner Power Control In Jack.
4.Connect a Control Cable from the McIntosh Tuner Power Control Out Jack to the McIntosh Music Server Power Control In Jack.
5.Optionally connect a Control Cable from the MA7000 POWER CONTROL OUTPUT 2 Jack to the McIntosh Power Amplifier (Secondary Room) Power Control In Jack.
6.Connect any additional McIntosh Components in a
similar manner, as outlined in steps 1 thru 4.
Data Control Connections:
7.Connect a Control Cable from the MA7000 TUNER DATA PORTS Jack to the McIntosh TUNER1 Data In Jack.
8.Connect a Control Cable from the MA7000 CD DATA PORT Jack to the McIntosh SACD/CD Player Data In Jack.
9.Connect a Control Cable from the MA7000 SERVER DATA PORT Jack to the McIntosh Music Server Data In Jack.
10.Connect a Control Cable from the MA7000 DVD DATA PORT Jack to the McIntosh Audio/Video Player Data In Jack.
11.Connect any additional McIntosh Components in a similar manner, as outlined in steps 7 thru 10.
Sensor Connections:
12.Connect a RG59U or RG6U Cable from the MA7000 EXT SENSOR “F” Connector to the McIntosh Sensor “F” Connector.
Audio Connections:
13.Connect an Audio Cable from the MA7000 TUNER INPUT Jacks to the McIntosh TUNER 1 Fixed Output Jacks.
14.Connect Balanced Cables from the MA7000 CD INPUT Jacks to the McIntosh SACD/CD Player Fixed Balanced Output Jacks.
Note: Unbalanced Audio Cables may be used instead of the Balanced Cables, but not both.
15.Connect an Audio Cable from the MA7000 SERVER INPUT Jacks to the McIntosh Music Server Output Jacks.
16.Connect an Audio Cable from the MA7000 REC OUT- PUT Jacks to the McIntosh Music Server Input 1 Jacks.
17.Connect Balanced Cables from the MA7000 DVD INPUT Jacks to the McIntosh Audio/Video Player Bal- anced Output Jacks.
Note: Unbalanced Audio Cables may be used instead of the Balanced Cables, but not both.
18.Connect the Audio Cables coming from the Turntable to the MA7000 PHONO INPUT Jacks.
19.Optionally, connect Balanced Cables from the MA7000 OUTPUT 2 Jacks to the McIntosh Power Amplifier (Secondary) Input Jacks.
20.Connect any additional McIntosh Components in a similar manner, as outlined in steps 14 thru 18.
Ground Connections:
21. Connect the Ground Cable coming from the Turntable to the MA7000 GND Binding Post.
AC Power Cords Connections:
22.Connect the MA7000 and any remaining components’ AC Power Cords to a live AC outlet as illustrated.
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