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MEN220

Room correction system

The new MEN220 Room Correction System by McIntosh delivers a potent suite of Room
Correction, Custom-EQ and 2-Way Crossover capabilities in one easy-to-use stereo
component. While any single feature of the MEN220 has the power to optimize the sonic
characteristics of the highest quality audio systems, combining the features can reveal a
level clarity and resolution unattainable by any other means. Styled in the rich tradition of
McIntosh audio components the MEN220 features our trademark Fiber-Optic Illuminated
Black Glass Front panel and aluminum casework. Front panel buttons and control knobs
bring a familiar, easy-to-use analog interface to this digital product just as a 2-line
vacuum fluorescent display reports status and aids in set-up of the MEN220. Full system
control and PC link are provided via RS232 while McIntosh Data, Power Control and
IR inputs offer additional remote control flexibility. Both single-ended and balanced
connections are supported; a hand-held, IR remote control is included.

ROOM CORRECTION

The effect of room acoustics on the quality of music playback is well known to music
aficionados, and it is not uncommon to see peaks and dips between +10 to –20 dB in
the frequency response. The mechanism by which this occurs is as complex as the
range of listening rooms and audio components are variable; no two situations are alike.
The MEN220 harnesses the power of RoomPerfectTM* software, an advanced room
correction algorithm that automatically creates a digital model of your listening room,
called RoomKnowledge. By using data gathered from multiple locations in the room, the
MEN220 corrects frequency response anomalies – revealing, perhaps for the first time,
the full capabilities of your fine audio system.

EQ

A 6-Band Parametric EQ Application (that runs on any Windows PC) allows the creation of
specialized Voicing Curves to suit the tastes of the user, or to solve specific issues such as
refreshing inferior but still-cherished source material, or compensating for inferior formats.

Reveals the full
capabilities of
your audio system

Built-In EQ

Create custom curves w/
PC Interface

2-way Electronic Crossover
for Bi-amp

Integrate Mono or
Stereo Subwoofer

Preserves tonality of loudspeaker
while eliminating room-interaction

Greatly enhances quality of
imaging width and depth

IR Remote Control

RS-232

“SMART” CROSSOVER

MEN220 contains a sophisticated, phase coherent 2-way electronic crossover that allows
for true loudspeaker bi-amping or seamless integration of mono or stereo subwoofers.

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AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS

Unless otherwise noted, the
below MEN220 Specifications
were taken with RoomPerfectTM
set to Bypass Mode and Voicing
Mode set to Neutral.

FREQUENCY RESPONSE

+0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz

TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION

0.002% from 20Hz to 20,000Hz

MAXIMUM INPUT SIGNAL

4.5V Unbalanced and Balanced
(Low Sensitivity)

2.25V Unbalanced and Balanced
(High Sensitivity)

room correction system

MAXIMUM VOLTAGE
OUTPUT

4.5V Unbalanced and Balanced
(Low Sensitivity)

2.25V Unbalanced and Balanced
(High Sensitivity)

SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO
(A-WEIGHTED)

100dB

INPUT IMPEDANCE

10K ohms Unbalanced and
Balanced

MAXIMUM INPUT SIGNAL

4.5 Unbalanced and Balanced

VOLTAGE GAIN

0dB

OUTPUT IMPEDANCE

50 ohms

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

POWER REQUIREMENTS

100V ~ 50/60Hz at 35 watts
110V ~ 50/60Hz at 35 watts
120V ~ 50/60Hz at 35 watts
220V ~ 50/60Hz at 35 watts
230V ~ 50/60Hz at 35 watts
240V ~ 50/60Hz at 35 watts

Standby, less than 1 watt

Note: Refer to the rear panel of the
MEN220 for the correct voltage.

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

Width is 17-1/2 inches
(44.45cm)
Height is 6 inches (15.24cm)
including feet
Depth is 18 inches (45.72cm)
including the Front Panel,
Knobs and Cables

WEIGHT

25.5 pounds (11.6 kg) net,

41.9 pounds (19.0 kg) in
shipping carton

ACCESSORIES INCLUDED

The MEN220 ships with a precision
calibrated microphone: a vibration–isolated,
tripod mic stand; and a 25 foot balanced
mic cable.

FOR THE CONSUMER’S
PROTECTION

In order to ensure the highest level of
customer satisfaction, “new” McIntosh
products may only be purchased over-the­counter or delivered and installed by an
Authorized McIntosh Dealer.

McIntosh products that are purchased
over the Internet, by phone or mail order
are presumed to be “used” and do
not qualify for any McIntosh Warranty.
McIntosh does not warrant, in any
way, products that are purchased from
anyone who is not an Authorized Dealer
or products that have had their serial
number altered or defaced.

* ROOMPERFECT is a registered
trademark and the ROOMPERFECT
logo is a trademark of Lyngdorf
Audio A/S.

To experience the legendary performance of McIntosh, please call on us at 1-800-538-6576

35012000 MEN220

www.mcintoshlabs.com