
Mvp871
audio video player
McIntosh Laboratory is pleased to announce its fifth-generation audio/video disc player, 
the MVP871. The addition of HDMI connectivity simplifies connection to the most current 
equipment, and its ability to simultaneously output HDMI, Component-video, S-video, 
and Composite-video will prove invaluable in complex installations.
McIntosh audio/video players have been engineered for uncompromised sound quality, 
and the MVP871 underscores that design philosophy with state-of-the-art 24-bit D/A 
conversion. Analog, highly-regulated power supplies provide the low noise necessary to 
exploit the full capabilities of the new audio section. Balanced-line XLR connectors output 
down-mixed 2-channel audio from the differential D/A converters impart top-notch audio 
reproduction.
On the video side, the 12-bit 216MHz video DAC generates a superior-quality picture that 
is available as 480i and 480p on the Components output, and up to 1080p on the HDMI 
output. Both NTSC and PAL video formats are supported, and a new Audio/Video SYNC 
adjustment is included.
For enhanced playability of damaged discs, the MVP871’s innovative transport mechanism 
spins CDs at 4 times the usual speed and DVDs at 2 times the usual speed storing data into 
a large buffer memory. This allows the laser to refocus and continue uninterrupted through 
many disc defects giving new life to many previously unplayable discs.
“McIntosh’s latest 
Universal player 
engineered for uncompromised audio 
and video playback”
192kHz/24 Bit PCM/DSD 
Stereo DACs
Built In SACD, DVD-A, Dolby Digital 
and DTS Decoder
Balanced and Unbalanced Down-Mix 
L/R Audio Output Connectors
Progressive Scan
Speaker Calibration
Digital Bass Management
Twin Laser Optical Pickup
2x DVD Read Speed
4x CD/CD-R/CD-RW Read Speed 
RS232C Port
Fiber Optic Front Panel Lighting
Gold-Plated Output Jacks
 

Mvp871
SIGNAL SYSTEM
NTSC/PAL Region Code 1
APPLICABLE DISCS
SACD 
DVD-Audio/Video 
Compact Discs (CD-DA, Video CD) 
HDCD 
MP3
VIDEO OUTPUTS
COMPOSITE OUTPUT 
Output Level: 1Vp-p (75 Ohms) 
Output Connector: RCA Jack 
Number of Connectors: 1
S-VIDEO OUTPUT
Y Output Level: 1 Vp-p (75 Ohms) 
C Output Level: 0.286 Vp-p (75 Ohms) 
Output Connector: “S” Mini DIN 
Number of Connectors: 1
COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT (480P/480I)
Y Output Level: 1Vp-p (75 Ohms) 
Pb Output Level: 0.648 V-p-p (75 Ohms) 
Pr Output Level: 0.7 Vp-p (75 Ohms) 
Output Connectors: 3 RCA Jacks (1 set)
HDMI VIDEO OUTPUTAUDIO OUTPUTS 
DOWN-MIX L/R
Output Level: 2 Vms (1kHz, 0dB) 
Output Connectors: 2 RCA Jacks, 
2 XLR Balanced
5.1 SURROUND
Output Level: 2Vms (1kHz, 0dB) 
Output Connectors: 6 RCA Jacks
audio video player
HDMI AUDIO OUTPUT 
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
DVD (Linear PCM): 4Hz-22kHZ (48kHz); 
4Hz-44kHz (96kHz) 
DVD-Audio: 4Hz-88kHz (192kHz) 
SACD: 4Hz-100kHz 
CD Audio: 4Hz-20kHz
S/N RATIO 
115dB
DYNAMIC RANGE 
110dB
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION 
0.002%
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUTS
Optical: TOS Link Coaxial RCA Jack
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 
POWER REQUIREMENTS
120VAC 50/60Hz
POWER CONSUMPTION 
45W
OVERALL DIMENSIONS (H x W x D)
6”(15.24cm) x 17-1/2” (44.5cm) x 16-1/2” 
(41.9cm) Note when the disc tray is opened, 
the panel clearance required in front of 
mounting panel is 6-3/4” (17.2cm).
WEIGHT
27.5 lbs. (12.5kg) net
43.9 lbs. (20kg) in shipping carton
FAST, QUIET MECHANISM 
WITH DIGITAL SERVO
The MVP871’s advanced digital servo 
is faster, and quieter with accurate 
operation.
12 BIT 216MHz VIDEO DAC
A 12-bit high-speed video DAC 
allows video signal processing at an 
amazingly fast rate, minimizing digital 
artifact contaminants for enhanced 
DVD picture quality.
192KHz/24-BIT PCM/DSD 
STEREO DACS
Four stereo DACs are on board 
for exceptional high fidelity sound.
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. 
To experience the legendary performance of McIntosh, please call on us at 1-800-538-6576
35009200   MVP871
www.mcintoshlabs.com