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Mcintosh mc aire_manual
1. McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com
McAire
Integrated Audio System
Owner’s Manual
2. The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of intended to alert the user to the presence of important
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s en- operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
closure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute literature accompanying the appliance.
a risk of electric shock to persons.
WARNING - TO REDUCE RISK To prevent the risk of electric
OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS shock, do not remove cover or
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO back. No user-serviceable parts
THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. inside.
MOISTURE.
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
IMPORTANT SAFETY third prong are provided for your safety. If been spilled or objects have fallen into the
INSTRUCTIONS! the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
consult an electrician for replacement of the rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
obsolete outlet. has been dropped.
PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on 15. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or
OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience splashing and ensure that no objects filled
1. Read these instructions. receptacles, and the point where they exit with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the
2. Keep these instructions. from the apparatus. equipment.
3. Heed all warnings. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by 16. To completely disconnect this equipment from
4. Follow all instructions. the manufacturer. the a.c. mains, disconnect the power supply
5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, cord plug from the a.c. receptacle.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth. or table specified by the manu- 17. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install facturer, or sold with the appa- remain readily operable.
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc- ratus. When a cart is used, use 18. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such
tions. caution when moving the cart/ as sunshine, fire or the like.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as apparatus combination to avoid 19. Connect mains power supply cord only to a
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appa- injury from tip-over. mains socket outlet with a protective earthing
ratus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms connection.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polar- or when unused for long periods of time. 20. Warning: The Ethernet connector of this
ized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service person- equipment must not be directly connected
has two blades with one wider than the other. nel. Servicing is required when the apparatus to a public network. Connection is to be
A grounding type plug has two blades and a has been damaged in any way, such as power- made only by way of a modem or router ap-
proved for this purpose.
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3. Trademark and License Information
FCC INFORMATION (For US Customers) Trademark and License Information
a) User Information acc. to FCC15.21 as following: The McIntosh McAire incorporates copyright pro- other intellectual property rights. The McAire uses the
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by tected technology that is protected by U.S. patents and following Technologies:
the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment. Trademark Logo License Information
b) Statement for Class B digital device acc. to FCC AirPlay®, the AirPlay logo, iPhone®, iPod®, iPod clas-
15.105 as following: sic®, iPod nano®, iPod shuffle®, iPod touch® and iPad®
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
to comply with the limits for a Class A/B and other countries.
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that
Rules. These limits are designed to pro- an electronic accessory has been designed to connect
vide reasonable protection against harmful specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and
interference in a residential installation. This has been certified by the developer to meet Apple
equipment generates, uses and can radiate performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
radio frequency energy and, if not installed device or its compliance with safety and regulatory
and used in accordance with the instruc- standards. Please note that the use of this accessory
tions, may cause harmful interference to with iPod, or iPhone, may affect wireless performance.
radio communications. However, there is no AirPlay, the AirPlay logo, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod
guarantee that interference will not occur in a classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle and iPod touch are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
particular installation. If this equipment does other countries.
cause harmful interference to radio or televi- •Individual users are permitted to use iPhone, iPod,
sion reception, which can be determined by iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch
turning the equipment off and on, the user is for private copy and playback of non-copyrighted
encouraged to try to correct the interference contents and contents whose copy and playback
is permitted by law. Copyright infringement is
by one or more of the following measures: prohibited by law.
—Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
—Increase the separation between the The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification
equipment and receiver. mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/ TV technician for help.
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5. General Information, Connector Information, Introduction and Performance Features
General Information
1. For additional connection information, refer to the AirPlay Connection only USB Connection only • AirPlay®
owner’s manual(s) for any component(s) connected iPad iPod classic Listen to music from an iPod or iPhone thru wireless
to the McAire Integrated Audio System. or wired home networks.
iPad 2 iPod nano (6th generation)
2. The Main AC Power going to the McAire should
iPad New iPod nano (5th generation) • Amplifier with Multiple Inputs
not be applied until instructed to do so. Failure
to do so could result in malfunctioning of normal The McAire accommodates Multiple Inputs. This
operations. When the McAire and other McIntosh Connector and Cable Information includes a (Wireless [AirPlay] or Wired) Network De-
Components are in their Standby Power Off Mode, Power Control Connector vice, a mobile device with an USB Cable Connection
the Microprocessor’s Circuitry inside each com- The McAire Power Control Output Jack sends a Power or an Analog Source Component. The Amplifier uses
ponent is active and communication is occurring On/Off Signal (12V) when connect- noiseless and reliable Electronic Input Switching and
Power
between them. ed to other McIntosh Components. Control is designed to drive the built-in McIntosh Loudspeak-
3. Sound Intensity is measured in units called Deci- A 1/8 inch stereo mini phone plug N/C ers to a high level of performance.
bels and “dB” is the abbreviation. is used for connection to the Power Ground
4. When discarding the unit, comply with local rules Control Output on the McAire. • Power Control and Data Port
or regulations. Batteries should never be The Power Control Output connection provides conve-
thrown away or incinerated but disposed Data Output nient Turn-On/Off of McIntosh Source Components.
of in accordance with the local regulations The McAire Data Out sends Remote The Data Port allows for basic control of McIntosh
concerning battery disposal. Control Signals to McIntosh Source IR Data Source Components.
Control
5. Periodically, check the McIntosh Web Site at www. Components. A 1/8 inch stereo mini N/C
phone plug is used for connection. • Remote Control
mcintoshlabs.com for the latest information on the Ground
The Custom Designed Remote Control provides con-
McAire and other McIntosh Products.
trol of McAire Functions and basic control of Source
6. The Remote Control Supplied with the McAire In- Introduction Components connected to the McAire System.
tegrated Audio System is capable of operating other
Now you can take advantage of traditional McIntosh
McIntosh Components thru the Data Port. • Integrated Loudspeaker Design
standards of excellence in the McAire Integrated
7. The McAire is compatible with the following Apple The McAire Integrated Loudspeaker Design incor-
Audio System.
Mobile Devices with the latest version of the Apple porates separate Woofers, Midranges, Tweeters and
The McAire provides superior spaciousness sound
OS Software installed: Crossover Networks in a custom designed enclosure.
reproduction with unusual sound stage depth. The
AirPlay Connection or USB Connection
McIntosh Sound is “The Sound of the Music Itself.” The Loudspeaker Drivers together with built-in pas-
iPod touch (4th generation) sive and active DSP Equalization achieves a level of
iPod touch (3rd generation) sonic performance usually associated with a much
Performance Features
iPhone 4S larger component.
• Illuminated Output Level Meters
iPhone 4
The Illuminated Peak Responding Output Level • Fiber Optic Solid State Front Panel Illumination
iPhone 3GS
Meters on the McAire are calibrated in Decibels and The even illumination of the glass Front Panel is ac-
respond to 95% of a full scale reading to a single cycle complished by the combination of custom designed
tone burst at 2,000 Hz signal. Fiber Optic Light Diffusers and extra long life Light
Emitting Diodes (LEDs).
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6. Dimensions
The following dimensions can assist in determining
the best location for your McAire.
Front View of the McAire
19-3/8"
49.2cm
6-1/4"
15.9cm
Side View of the McAire
14-7/16"
36.7cm
8"
20.3cm
Rear View of the McAire
12-15/16"
32.8cm
Secondary Low Frequency
Acoustic Openings
Note: For proper Low Frequency
Performance do not block
the Acoustic Opening.
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7. Dimensions
Front and Inside View of the McAire with the Loudspeaker
Grilles removed and the internal Woofers shown
Foot
Bottom View of the McAire
Primary Low Frequency
Acoustic Opening
Note: For proper Low Frequency
Performance do not block
the Acoustic Opening,
remove or change the four
feet on the bottom of the
McAire.
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8. Dimensions and Installation
Installation
The McAire is designed to be placed upright on a table
or shelf with a reflective surface. For proper Low Fre-
quency performance do not block the Acoustic Open- 6"
15.24cm
ing, remove or change the four feet on the bottom of
the McAire. Refer to the illustration on the previous
page for additional information. The ventilation re-
quirements are as illustrated on this page.
McAire Front View
Always provide adequate ventilation for your
McAire. Cool operation ensures the longest possible
operating life for any electronic instrument. Do not
install the McAire directly above a heat generating
device. Allow at least 6 inches (15.24cm) above the
top, 7/16 inches (1.11cm) below the bottom, 1 inch
(2.54cm) on each side of the McAire so that airflow is
not obstructed.
Also allow 17 inches (43.18cm) of depth so that
airflow is not obstructed and proper Low Frequency
performance is achieved.
17"
43.2cm
McAire Side View
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9. Rear Panel Connections
WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) ANTENNA Connect the McAire power cord to a live AC
for receiving AirPlay and WiFi signals outlet. Refer to information on the back panel of
your McAire to determine the correct voltage for
your unit
MAC ADDRESS is the unique Network PWR CTRL (Power Control) OUTput sends
Identification Number for this McAire unit a turn-on signal to a McIntosh Component
when the McAire is On
NETWORK Connector for connecting the AUX AUDIO INput accepts high RESET restores the McAire
McAire to a Broadband Ethernet Network level program source signals to factory default settings
iPOD/USB input for wired connnection AUX DATA OUT sends control signals to a compatible
to an iPod or iPhone mobile device source component allowing remote control operation
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10. Connecting the Antenna Connecting the McAire
For proper wireless connectivity with the Wireless Caution: The supplied AC Power Cord should not Wired Connection for Apple Mobile Device:
Network Router, it is important install the supplied be connected to the Rear Panel of the 1. Using the Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable
WiFi Signal Antenna to the McAire. Follow the steps McAire Integrated Audio System until supplied with Apple iPod or iPhone, attach the
below: instructed to do so. Dock Connector to the bottom of the mobile
1. Locate the supplied WiFi Antenna, AC Cord and McAire’s built-in WiFi (wireless connectivity) pro- device and connect the USB Plug in the iPod/USB
Remote Control in the Accessory Pack Sleeves vides fast access to your music stored on a compatible input on the Rear Panel of the McAire.
from the McAire inner carton. Refer to page 23 in Apple Mobile Device via Apple’s AirPlay Technology. Network Connections:
this Owner’s Manual. Note: The McAire requires use of a Network Wire- 2. Using a CAT 5/6 Ethernet Cable, connect the
2. Referring to figure A, carefully line up the ma- less Router for Apple’s AirPlay Operation. cable from the Router to the NETWORK connec-
chine threads of The McAire also provides for a direct wired con- tor on the Rear Panel of the McAire.
the WLAN Con- nection to compatible Apple’s Mobile Devices via the 3. Optionally, Connect another CAT 5/6 Ethernet
nector, located USB Input. A computer attached via a Network Router Cable from the Computer (Network Connector) to
on the Rear Panel (as part of a home network) to the McAire Rear Panel the Router.
of the McAire, NETWORK connector, provides streaming of music Note: For additional information on Networks and
with the knurled via the iTunes Program1. A Stereo Analog Input is Network Connections refer to the documenta-
end of the WiFi also located on the Rear Panel of the McAire allowing tion supplied with the Router and Computer.
Antenna internal connection of source components such as Tuners and Optional Component Connections:
machine threads. Disc Players. Associated with the Stereo Analog Input 4. Connect a Control Cable from the Tuner (or Disc
3. Slowly rotate is McIntosh’s Power Control and Data Port Connec- Player) Control Out jack to the McAire PWR
the knurled end tions. They provide the ability to automatically switch CTRL (Power Control) OUT Jack.
of the Antenna power On/Off to a McIntosh Source Component and 5. Connect a Control Cable from the McAire AUX
clockwise onto Figure A to control the basic operation of component function DATA OUT Jack to the Tuner (or Disc Player)
the WLAN Con- via the supplied McAire Remote Control. Data In jack.
nector (if you feel any resistance stop and remove These connection instructions together with the 6. Connect an Audio Cable from the McAire AUX
the Antenna and repeat step 2). Finger tighten Connection Diagram on the next page is an example AUDIO IN Jacks to the Tuner (or Disc Player)
until it feels snug (about 4 turns). of optional connections to the McAire Audio System. Fixed Audio Output Unbalanced Jacks.
4. Refer to figure B, grasp the Antenna at the hinge Your McAire connections may vary from this, how- AC Power Cords Connections:
point and rotate the ever the actual components would be connected in a 7. Connect the optional components’ AC Power Cord
Hinge Point
Antenna to a vertical similar manner. For additional information refer to to a live AC outlet as illustrated.
position. “Connector and Cable Information” on page 5.
Note: When
rotating the
Antenna it
is advisable
Figure B
to go in a 1
The iTunes Program for use on a PC Computer or Ma-
clockwise direction. cintosh Computer is available for download from the
5. Proceed to “Connecting the McAire”. Apple Web Site at http://www.apple.com.
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11. Connecting the McAire
Apple iPod or iPhone
Connect to AC Outlet when
instructed to do so
Optional Tuner or Disc Player
Optional Computer
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Network Router Connect to
(Wireless or Wired) AC Outlet
Refer to page 15 for
additional information
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12. Remote Control Push-Buttons
Use to move through the available choices
up, down, left, right; of menu items with an
Tunes Up the Dial with optional Tunes Down the Dial with optional
optional McIntosh Disc Player connected
McIntosh Tuner connected to the McIntosh Tuner connected to the
to the McAire
McAire McAire
Press and hold to switch the meter
illumination On or Off. Also used
for other functions Increases the volume level
Decreases the volume level
LED illuminates during the time a remote
Selects the desired INPUT command is sent to the McAire
Mutes and unmutes the audio Powers the McAire ON or OFF
Selects the PREVIOUS 9 track. Also
goes Downwards through the Station
Presets with optional McIntosh Tuner
connected to the McAire
Activates the PLAYBACK ► of a track
Selects the NEXT : track. Also goes Upwards
through the Station Presets with optional McIntosh
Tuner connected to the McAire
STOPs ■ playback of a track
Used to PAUSE Playback of the track
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13. How to use the Remote Control
How to use the Remote Control
The supplied Remote Control performs the various
Operating Functions for the McAire Integrated Audio
System.
Note: Refer to the “How to Operate” Section of this
manual for additional information.
Input Source Selection
Press the Push-button → to select the desired program
source.
Volume
Press the + or - Push-buttons to increase or de-
crease the listening level.
Mute
Press the (Mute) Push-button to mute the audio.
The White LED indicator to the left of the Front Panel
VOLUME Control will flash during the time audio is
muted. Press the MUTE Push-button a second time to
resume listening.
Pause
Press the PAUSE Push-button to temporarily stop
playback of the music.
Back and Next
Press the : (Next) Push-button to move forward one
track or the 9 (Back) Push-button to move back
to the beginning of the current track playing. Press
and hold either Push-button to rapidly skip tracks.
When an optional McIntosh Tuner is connected to the
McAire, the 9 and : Push-buttons allow stepping
thru Station Presets.
Note: If the 9 Push-button is pressed during playback
of the first three seconds of the track, the McAire
will start playing back the previous track from the
beginning.
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14. Front Panel Displays, Controls and Push-button
Meter indicates the Left Channel Meter indicates the Right Channel
Output of the amplifier Output of the amplifier
Select from one of the various Input Indicates when the McAire is in VOLUME Control adjusts the
Sources available for listening standby mode and operational status listening level for both channels
ON/STANDBY Push-button Indicates when the VOLUME Control is set to
switches the McAire ON or minimum or maximum loudness. Also indi-
OFF (Standby) cates when the sound is Muted
Indicates the current INPUT Selection IR Sensor receives commands
and operational status from a Remote Control
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15. How to Setup the McAire for AirPlay® and a Network Connection
Introduction to Setting Up the McAire
Your McIntosh McAire is factory configured for Method Description
Wired Home Network
immediate enjoyment of superb audio from an iPod McAire Rear Panel
with Wireless Router (Partial View) 1 WiFi Setup using a Computer with Network Cable
Touch or iPhone (Mobile Device). Just connect it to Connection.
the McAire iPod/USB Rear Panel Connector using 2 WiFi Setup using the McAire and the Mobile
your Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable. Refer to Optional Computer Device with wireless connection.
(With Wired
page 20 “How to Operate the McAire” for additional Network Connection)
information using the USB Input. 3 WiFi Setup using the McAire and Apple Mobile
If you wish to use AirPlay® between an Apple Mo- Device with Apple Dock Connector to USB
Wireless Network Router
Cable.
bile Device and the McAire, a Wireless Network Rout- (with wired connections)
er (WiFi) will be required. Figures 1, 2 and 3 are just a Figure 3
few examples of the many possible Network Setups.
Method Number 1
Notes: 1. When the McAire is connected to a router Temporarily connect the McAire, Network Router
Wireless Home Network (and your computer is also connected to the and Computer together with RJ45 network cables
router) the McAire has the ability to playback
McAire Rear Panel as illustrated in figure 3. Refer to the Users Guides
(Partial View) music via the Apple iTunes Program on the
Optional Computer supplied with the Network Router and Computer for
Computer.
(With Wireless
Network Connection) 2. When your McAire is connected to a Wired information on the specific connections to be used and
Network and you are only interested in play- any installation program(s) needed to be run. Verify,
ing music via Apple iTunes AirPlay from your communications between the Network Router and
Network computer, then proceed to page 20 “How to Computer before proceeding with the following steps:
Router Operate the McAire”, as no setup is required. 1. Switch power On to Router and after it has booted
(Wireless)
Figure 1 The purpose of setting up the McAire is to estab- up, then switch power On to the Computer and
lish which Wireless Network Router the McAire will McAire.
be communicating with (WiFi). The instructions sup- 2. Select the NET (Network) input using the Front
Wired Home Network plied with the Wireless Network Router and its current Panel Control INPUT Control on the McAire.
McAire Rear Panel
(Partial View) settings (including its MAC Address or unique name) Note: It is normal for the NET Indicating LED to
will be helpful. change from magenta in color to an alter-
It is highly recommended to contact your McIntosh nating flashing green color during the time
Optional Computer
Dealer and/or Computer Dealer for assistance in the a network connection is trying to be estab-
lished.
installation and configuring a Network Router and/
3. Launch the Computer WEB Browser and type on
Network or a Home Computer Network. Your Dealer has the
Router the address line the following:
necessary knowledge to properly set up the McAire as
http://mcaire- _ _ _ _ _ _.local/index.asp
part of your Home Network wired or wireless. Note: This McAire is identified by the MAC Ad-
Figure 2
There are several different methods for setting up dress and is located on the Rear Panel of the
the McAire for AirPlay®. Choose the method which is McAire. Insert the last six digits (unique for
most appropriate for your installation. The following each McAire) of the MAC Address, into the
is a description of the three methods: address line above.
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16. Method Number 1, con’t
4. Press the ENTER on the keyboard. After sev-
eral minutes the McIntosh McAire Setup Screen
will appear in the web browser window. Refer to
figure 3.
Figure 5 Figure 6
9. Activate the Apple Mobile Device and select the
Settings Icon. Refer to figure 7.
10. From the Settings
Menu select the Wi-Fi Figure 9
Figure 8
Icon. Refer to figure
8. 14. Touch the ►Icon
Figure 3
11. From the “Choose to start playback of
a Network” options the music followed
5. Referring to figure 3, select “Your Router” (MAC select the MAC Ad- by touching the
Address) from the choices appearing in the SSID dress of the Network Icon (Apple AirPlay).
pull down window. Refer Router (same address Refer to figure 11.
to figure 4. as selected in step 5). 15. Referring to figure 12
Note: The Router is Refer to figure 9. select the McAire-_ _
identified by the Figure 4
Touch the “Your _ _ _ _ touch button.
MAC Address
Router” a second time Within about five seconds
(unique number for each Router) and is on
a label usually located on the Router. If you to activate the wire- the Apple Mobile Device
Figure 7
assigned a unique name to indentify the less connection and internal speaker will
Router, please select the name instead of the a check mark will appear to the left of the MAC switch Off and sound will
MAC Address. Address or the unique name of the Router. Refer now be comming from the Figure 10
6. Press the APPLY button On-Screen to accept the to figure 10. McIntosh McAire through
desired Router. Refer to figure 4. 12. Return to the main screen and select the Music the AirPlay Wireless Connection.
7. Referring to figure 5, press the OK button On- Icon. Refer to figure 7.
Screen to continue. 13. Select the desired music for listening (in this
8. Referring to figure 6, press the OK button On- example “ABBA Gold” is chosen). Refer to
Screen and disconnect the RJ45 network cable figure 11.
between the Network Router and the McAire.
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17. How to Setup the McAire for AirPlay and a Network, con’t
a network connection is trying to be estab-
lished.
3. Activate the Apple Mobile Device and select the
Settings Icon. Refer to figure 7 on page 16.
4. From the Settings Menu select the Wi-Fi Icon.
Refer to figures 8 and 9 on page 16.
5. After about 60 seconds the Apple Mobile Device
Wi-Fi Networks
Menu will indicate
“McAire_Setup_7...”.
Refer to figure 13.
6. Referring to figure
7 launch the Safari Figure 14
WEB Browser and
Figure 11 Figure 12
type in on the ad-
dress line the follow-
Method Number 2 ing: Figure 15
Unlike Setup Method #1, this method uses the McAire http://mcaire- _ _ _
(instead of a computer) to establish communications _ _ _.local/
with a Wireless Router using your Apple Mobile De- Note: This McAire
vice. After setup up is completed, a Wireless Router is identified
will still be needed to stream music from your Apple by the MAC Figure 13
Mobile Device to the McAire via AirPlay. Perform the Address
(unique number for each McAire) and is
following setup steps:
located on the Rear Panel of the McAire.
1. Switch power On to Router and after it has booted Insert the MAC Address of this unit into
up, then switch power On to the Computer and the address line above where the six blank
McAire. spaces are.
Note: If the McAire had been previously setup and/ 7. Touch the “Enter Key” on the On-Screen key-
or been in use for some time, it is important
board. After several minutes the McIntosh
to first reset the McAire to factory default
settings before proceeding. Refer to page 21
McAire Setup Screen will appear in the web
Figure 16
on how to reset the McAire. browser window. Refer to figure 14.
a label usually located on the Router. If you
2. Using the INPUT Control on the Front Panel of 8. Referring to figure 14, from the choices appear- assigned a unique name to indentify the
the McAire, select the NET (Network) Input on ing in the SSID pull down window select “Your Router, please select that name instead of
the McAire. Router” (MAC Address). Refer to figures 15 and the MAC Address.
Note: It is normal for the NET indicating LED to 16. 9. Touch the Done button On-Screen to accept the
change from magenta in color to an alter- Note: The Router is identified by the MAC Address desired Router. Refer to figure 16.
nating flashing green color during the time (unique number for each Router) and is on
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18. Method Number 2, con’t
10. Referring to figure 17, touch the APPLY button Within about five seconds the Apple Mobile Device
On-Screen to continue. internal speaker will switch Off and sound will now
becoming from the McIntosh McAire through the
AirPlay Wireless Connection.
Figure 18B Figure 19
Figure 17
11. From the Settings Menu select the Wi-Fi Icon. example “ABBA Gold” is chosen). Refer to figure
Refer to figure 18A. 20.
12. From the “Choose 15. Touch the ►Icon to start playback of the music
a Network” options followed by touching Icon (Apple AirPlay).
select the MAC Ad- Refer to figure 20.
dress of the Network 16. Referring to figure 21 select the McAire-_ _ _ _ _
Router (same address _ touch button.
as selected in step 8
on page 17). Refer to
figure 18B.
Touch the “Your
Router” a second time
to activate the wireless
connection and a check
mark will appear to the
Figure 18A
left of the MAC Ad-
dress or unique Router name. Refer to figure 18B.
13. Return to the main screen and select the Music
Icon. Refer to figure 19.
14. Select the desired music for listening (in this
Figure 20 Figure 21
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19. How to Setup the McAire for AirPlay and a Network, con’t
Method Number 3
This method uses the McAire, your Apple Mobile Looking at your Apple Mobile Device Screen a
Device and Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable. window will appear asking to share Wi-Fi Set-
Perform the following setup steps: tings. Refer to figure 22.
1. Switch power On to the Router and locate the 8. Touch the ALLOW On-Screen Button and when
MAC Address (on a label usually located on the the McAire switches to the NET Input with a
Router) or the unique Router name as it will be steady magenta indicating LED, remove the
needed in step 4. Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable from the
2. Activate the Apple Mobile Device and select the Apple Mobile Device.
Settings Icon. Refer to figure 19 on page 18. 9. Select the Music Icon from the main screen of the
3. From the Settings Menu select the Wi-Fi Icon. Apple Mobile Device. Refer to figure 19.
Refer to figure 18A on page 18. 10. Select the desired music for listening (in this
4. From the “Choose a Network” options select the example “ABBA Gold” is chosen). Refer to figure
MAC Address or the unique name of the Network 20.
Router. Refer to figure 18B. 11. Touch the ►Icon to start playback of the music
Note: It might be necesssary to touch the “Your followed by touching the Icon (Apple Air- Figure 22
Router” menu selection a second time to Play). Refer to figure 20.
activate the wireless connection if a check 12. Referring to figure 21 select the McAire-_ _ _ _ _
mark doesn’t appear to the left of the MAC _ touch button.
Address or the unique Router name.
Within about five seconds the Apple Mobile Device
5. Switch power On to the McAire.
internal speaker will switch Off and sound will now
6. Using the INPUT Control on the Front Panel of
becoming from the McIntosh McAire through the
the McAire, select the USB Input on the McAire.
AirPlay Wireless Connection.
7. Using the McAire Remote Control enter the Net-
work Setup Mode by press the following push-
button sequence:
A: The ▲ push-button.
B: The ► push-button.
C: The ▼ push-button.
D: The ◄ push-button.
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20. How to Operate the McAire
Your McIntosh McAire is factory configured for has stopped playing when the McAire is set Note: The Apple Mobile Device will pause the cur-
immediate enjoyment of superb audio from an iPod to either the NET or USB Input. rent track playing when switching to another
Touch or iPhone (Mobile Device). Just connect it to 4. By pressing and holding in the ON/STAND- Input Source on the McAire.
the McAire iPod/USB Rear Panel Connector using the BY Push-button for 5 seconds, the McAire
Apple Dock Connector to USB Cable. will go into STANDBY Mode (it will consume Volume Control
less power, however when switched back On To increase the Volume, rotate the Front Panel VOL-
If you wish to make an AirPlay wireless connec- the Network Connections will take slightly
tion between the Mobile Device and the McAire, UME Control clockwise and release the control
longer to re-establish). when the desired listening level has been reached. To
please refer to “How to Setup the McAire” on page 15
for additional information.
Standby Indicator Color Operation Mode decrease the Volume, rotate the Front Panel VOLUME
Red Standby (Factory Default) Control counterclockwise and release the control when
Power On Orange Sleep Mode the desired listening level has been reached. Refer to
Press the ON/STANDBY Push-button on the Front figure 30.
Source Selection The listening level may also be changed by press-
Panel of the McAire or press the Power Push-but-
To select the desired audio source, rotate the INPUT ing the + or - Push-buttons on the McAire Remote
ton on the Remote Control to switch On the McAire.
Control clockwise/counterclockwise or press the → Control. Refer to figure 32.
Refer to figures 30 and 37.
(Input) Push-button on the Remote Control to select Note: The White LED Indicator, located to the left of
Notes: 1. With the McAire in the Standby Mode and
when an Apple Mobile Device is connected the desired source. Refer to figures 30 and 37. the Front Panel Volume Control, flashes rapidly
to the iPod/USB Input, the McAire will auto- McAire Inputs when the minimum or maximum volume level
matically switch On. Music Source Indicator Color setting is reached. The LED stays On continu-
2. An optional Source Component will also ously while the volume level is being changed.
NET - Apple Mobile Device Magenta
switch On/Off with the McAire, such as a NET - iTunes over the Network
(also Green or Light Blue
McIntosh Tuner, when there is a Power Con-
during Setup Mode)
Mute
USB - Cable connection to an
trol Connection made between the units. iPod or iPhone
Blue Press the Mute Push-button on the Remote Control
3. The McAire will automatically switch OFF to Mute the sound. The White Volume LED Indicator
AUX - Optional Source such as a
approximately 30 minutes after the music McIntosh Tuner
Green will flash slowly while the McAire is muted.
Pressing the Mute Push-button a second time or
adjusting the Volume (either the Front Panel Volume
Control or Volume Push-buttons on the Remote Con-
trol) un-mutes the McAire.
Output Level Meters
The McAire Output Level Meters indicate the relative
output level in Decibels. Refer to figure 31.
The meters respond to the
peaks contained in the
musical information being
reproduced by the McAire.
Figure 31
Figure 30
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21. How to Operate the McAire
Streaming music from Apple Mobile Device 1. Switch On the McAire. 2. The screen may differ depending on the
To stream music stored in the Apple Mobile Device 2. Launch iTunes and click the AirPlay icon dis- OS and software versions.
directly to the McAire, perform the following: played in the 3. For information about how to use iTunes,
AirPlay icon
1. Touch the AirPlay Icon on the Music App. Refer lower right of the click on Help.
to figure 32. window and then
2. From the list appearing on the Apple Mobile De- select McAire Reset of Microprocessors
vice select the McAire. Refer to figure 33. from the list. Refer In the unlikely event the controls of the McAire stop
to figure 34. Figure 34 functioning, the internal microprocessors can be reset
3. Choose a song and by performing the following:
click play in iTunes. The music will stream to the 1. Disconnect the McAire AC Power Cord from the
McAire. AC Power Outlet.
4. Click the AirPlay Icon in iTunes and then select 2. Wait at least 30 seconds, then reconnect the
“Multiple Speak- Multiple Speakers McAire AC Power Cord to the AC Power Outlet.
ers” from the list.
Master Volume
3. Press the Front Panel ON/STANDBY Push-button
Refer to figure 35.
My Computer
This Computer or the On/Off Push-button on the Remote Con-
5. From the list ap-
McAire
AirPlay Device trol to resume listening.
McAire
pearing in iTunes Figure 35
select McAire. Resetting to Factory Default Settings
Cancel
To control music playback from iTunes using the If it becomes desirable to reset all of the McAire set-
Figure 32 Figure 33 McAire Remote Control perform the following: tings to the factory default values, perform the follow-
6. With iTunes ing steps:
Note: It might be necessary to change position of 1. With the McAire On, press the RESET Push-
running,
the McAire Antenna and/or Wireless Router to button (recessed and located on the Rear Panel of
select “Edit”,
reduce possible WiFi Signal Drop Outs. the McAire) until the McAire
then “Prefer-
ences”. Refer switches Off and the Front
Streaming Music from iTunes on your Computer Front Panel ON/STANDBY
to figure 36.
Before proceeding, download and install the latest ver- LED changes in color from
7. Select the
sion of iTunes (version 10.6 or later) on the computer Orange to Red.
“Devices”
connected to the same network as the McAire. Also 2. Press the ON/STANDBY
icon, then
update your Apple Mobile Device to OS 5 or later. Push-button and the McAire
Note: Use the Apple Remote App for your Apple Mobile check “Al-
low iTunes will resume operation.
Device to control iTunes from any room in your
home. The app is available as a free download audio control
from the App Store. The App does require a Wire- from remote Figure 36
less Router to be part of the Computer Network. speakers”.
To steam music from iTunes on your computer to the Notes: 1. The McAire will switch to the “NET”
McAire perform the following: Input when AirPlay playback is started. Figure 37
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22. Specifications
Electronic Specifications Loudspeaker Specifications General Specifications
Network Input System Driver Complement Power Requirements
Wired RJ45, 10/100 Base-T Two 4 inch Woofers (dual acoustic ports) Field AC Voltage conversion of the McAire is not
Wireless 802.11, WPA Two 2 inch Inverted Dome Midranges possible. The McAire is factory configured for one
Apple AirPlay Two 3/4 inch Dome Tweeters of the following AC Voltages:
100V ~ 50/60Hz at 25 watts
USB Input Frequency Response 110V ~ 50/60Hz at 25 watts
Type A Connector with Host Mode 60Hz - 45kHz 120V ~ 50/60Hz at 25 watts
Music Streaming 220V ~ 50/60Hz at 25 watts
1Amp Charging for iPhone and iPod Crossover Frequency 230V ~ 50/60Hz at 25 watts
250Hz 240V ~ 50/60Hz at 25 watts
AUX Input 4,500Hz Standby: Less than 0.5 watt
Input Sensitivity - 200mVRMS nominal Note: Refer to the rear panel of the McAire for the cor-
Maximum Input Signal - 2.2VRMS Enclosure Finish rect voltage.
Stereo RCA Connectors High Gloss Black
Overall Dimensions
The McAire is compatible with the following Apple Grille Finish Width is 19-3/8 inches (49.2cm)
Mobile Devices with the latest version of the Apple Black Knit Cloth Height is 8 inches (20.3cm) including antenna in the
OS Software installed: vertical position
AirPlay Connection or USB Connection Grille Attachment Depth is 17 inches (43.2cm) including connectors and
iPod touch (4th generation) Magnetic antenna
iPod touch (3rd generation)
Weight
iPhone 4S
31 pounds (14 Kg) net, 44 pounds (19.9 Kg) in ship-
iPhone 4 ping carton
iPhone 3GS
Shipping Carton Dimensions
AirPlay Connection only USB Connection only
Width is 27-3/8 inches (69.5cm)
iPad iPod classic
Height is 19-1/8 inches (48.6cm)
iPad 2 iPod nano (6th generation)
Depth is 10-1/4 inches (26cm)
iPad New iPod nano (5th generation)
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23. Packing Instructions
Packing Instructions ACCESSORY
PACK PLASTIC
In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for SLEEVE PROTECTIVE ACCESSORY
shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as COVER PACK
shown below. Failure to do this will result in shipping FOAM
FABRIC
SLEEVE
END
damage. CAP PROTECTIVE
Use the original shipping carton and interior parts COVER
only if they are all in good serviceable condition. If
a shipping carton or any of the interior part(s) are
needed, please call or write Customer Service Depart-
ment of McIntosh Laboratory. Refer to page 4. Please
see the Part List for the correct part numbers.
Quantity Part Number Description
1 03454000 Shipping Carton INSIDE
CARTON
8 03454100 Foam Corner Caps
1 03454200 Inside Carton
2 03454300 Foam End Caps FOAM
2 03454400 Accessory Pack Sleeve END
1 03362600 Plastic Protective cover CAP
1 310505SP Fabric Protective cover
FOAM
CORNER
CAPS
FOAM
CORNER
CAPS
SHIPPING
CARTON
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24. McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, NY 13903
www.mcintoshlabs.com
The continuous improvement of its products is the
policy of McIntosh Laboratory Incorporated who
reserve the right to improve design without notice.
Printed in the U.S.A.
McIntosh Part No. 04131800
