McIntosh MT10 User Manual
Precision Turntable
MT10
Owner’s Manual
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 FAX: 607-724-0549
The lightning flash with arrowhead,
within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING - TO REDUCE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS!
PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE
OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or
back. No user-serviceable parts inside.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or
splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the equipment.
16. To completely disconnect this equipment from the
a.c. mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug
from the a.c. receptacle.
17. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall
remain readily operable.
18. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
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Thank You
Table of Contents
Your decision to own this McIntosh MT10 Precision Turntable and MCC10 Moving Coil Cartridge ranks you at the
very top among discriminating music listeners. You now
have “The Best.” The McIntosh dedication to “Quality,” is
assurance that you will receive many years of musical enjoyment from this unit. Please take a short time to read the
information in this manual. We want you to be as familiar
as possible with all the features and functions of your new
McIntosh.
Please Take A Moment
The serial number, purchase date and McIntosh Dealer
name are important to you for possible insurance claim or
future service. The spaces below have been provided for
you to record the Turntable and Cartridge information:
Dealer
Name
Purchase
Date
Model
Number
MT10
MCC10
Serial
Number
Technical Assistance
If at any time you have questions about your McIntosh
product, contact your McIntosh Dealer who is familiar
with your McIntosh equipment and any other brands that
may be part of your system. If you or your Dealer wish
additional help concerning a suspected problem, you can
receive technical assistance for all McIntosh products at:
Safety Instructions ............................................................
Thank You and Please Take a Moment .............................
Technical Assistance and Customer Service ....................3
Table of Contents .............................................................. 3
General Information .........................................................4
Connector and Cable Information ....................................4
Introduction .......................................................................
Performance Features .......................................................5
Dimensions .......................................................................6
Unpacking the Turntable ................................................... 7
Assembling the Turntable .................................................8
Rear Panel Connections and Adjustments ...................... 11
How to Connect the Turntable .........................................12
Front Panel Display, Switches, Lever
and Record Clamp .......................................................... 13
How to Operate the Turntable ......................................... 14
Specifications .................................................................. 18
Packing Instruction .........................................................19
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McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Phone: 607-723-1545
Fax: 607-724-0549
Customer Service
If it is determined that your McIntosh product is in need of
repair, you can return it to your Dealer. You can also return
it to the McIntosh Laboratory Service Department. For
assistance on factory repair return procedure, contact the
McIntosh Service Department at:
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Phone: 607-723-3515
Fax: 607-723-1917
Copyright 2007 © by McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
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General Information and Cable Information
Power
Control
Ground
N/C
RL
E
L
E
R
Right Channel (-)
Right Channel (+)
Left Channel (-)
Left Channel (+)
Rear View of McIntosh MCC10 Cartridge
General Information
Caution: To prevent possible damage to the turntable platter
bearing, do not move the MT10 Precision Turntable
with the platter installed.
1. For additional connection information, refer to the
owner’s manual(s) for any component(s) connected to
the MT10 Precision Turntable.
2. The MT10 Precision Turntable comes with the McIntosh MCC10 High Performance Moving Coil Cartridge
preinstalled.
3. It is recommended the Professionals at your McIntosh
Dealer, who are skilled in all aspects of Turntables and
Phono Cartridges, install the MT10 Precision Turntable
and any associated audio equipment.
4. For optium performance, the setup and adjustment
of the MT10 Precision Turntable requires special test
recordings and test/measument equipment. Contact
your McIntosh Dealer for additional information and
assistance.
Connector and Cable Information
Power Control Connector
The MT10 Power Control Input/Output Jacks receive/send
Power On/Off Signals when connected to other McIntosh
Components. A 1/8 inch stereo mini
phone plug is used for connection to
the Power Control Input/Output on the
MT10.
Note: The Data ad Power Control Con-
necting Cable is available from the
McIntosh Parts Department:
Data and Power Control Cable Part No. 170-202
Six foot, shielded 2 conductor, with 1/8 inch stereo mini
phone plugs on each end.
Tonearm Headshell Wiring
Refer to the following list of wire colors in the headshell
for installing the cartridge into the Headshell:
Cartridge Connections Headshell Wire Color
Left Channel (+) White
Left Channel (-) Blue
Right Channel (+) Red
Right Channel (-) Green
McIntosh MCC10 Cartridge Connections
Refer to the following illustration when connecting the
McIntosh Cartridge in the Headshell:
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Introduction
The McIntosh MT10 Precision Turntable with the McIntosh MCC10 Moving Coil Cartridge offers the latest in
playback of vinyl recordings. A full complement of performance features allows for the enjoyment of all recordings
reproduced with f lawless realism. The advanced electronic
and mechanical design ensures many years of smooth
trouble free operation.
Performance Features
• Advanced Technology Turntable
The MT10 combines the latest technology in Phono Cartridges, Tone Arms, Mechanical Suspensions and Record
Platter Rotation for superb performance and accurate
operation.
Introduction and Performance Features
• Illuminated Speed Meter
The Illuminated Speed Meter on the MT10 indicates the
true rotation speed of the turntable platter.
• Magnetic Air Damped Bearing
The MT10 Turntable Platter rotates on a special bearing
using magnetic suspension together with a cushion of air to
provide vibration free rotation.
• Multi-Layered Damped Chassis
The MT10 Turntable Chassis is composed from a Stainless
Steel base plate, a thick Aluminium plate, an Acrylic plate
and together with internal damping material all help to as
sure the only sound heard is from the record groove itself.
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• Moving Coil Cartridge
The McIntosh MCC10 Moving Coil Cartridge has a hand
polished ebony wood-tone body and is slightly rounded,
leading to a resonance free construction. High impedance,
together with high output voltage, ensures noise free musi
cal reproduction. The ruler-flat frequency response from
20Hz to 20kHz provides solid realistic bass, uncolored
midrange and natural high frequencies.
• Tone Arm
The MT10 Tone Arm is made from Dural-Aluminium with
special damping material. The Tone Arm is both light in
weight and highly rigid. The noise free Veritcal Bearings
are made from two high precision ceramic surfaces with
damping fluid. The Horizontal Bearing is a gimballed sap
phire design.
• Turntable Platter
The over twelve pound, two and one-half inch thick plat
ter is made from a special silicone acrylic material. This
helps to resist external vibrations from reaching the record
during playback and its large mass provides the perfect
flywheel action for stable playback speed.
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• Power Control
The Power Control Input connection provides convenient
Turn-On/Off of the MT10 Front Panel Illumination when
connected to a McIntosh System with Power Control.
• Fiber Optic Solid State Illumination
The even Illumination of the Front Panel and the Turntable
Platter is accomplished by the combination of custom de
signed Fiber Optic Light Diffusers and extra long life Light
Emitting Diodes (LEDs).
• Glass Front Panel and Super Mirror Chassis Finish
The famous McIntosh Illuminated Glass Front Panel and
the Stainless Steel Chassis with Super Mirror Finish ensure
the pristine beauty of the MT10 will be retained for many
years.
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• Precision Motor and Drive Electronics
The Swiss made DC Brushless Motor is controlled by a
highly refined sevo control system. As the Turntable Plat
ter rotates, an optical sensor “reads” the 1595 micro stripes
on a disk affixed to the bottom of the platter. This provides
precise feedback information to the sevo control system
thus assuring very accuate speed rotation.
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Dimensions
17-1/2"
44.45cm
Front View of the MT10
Rear View of the MT10
Side View of the MT10
8-
3/16"
20.80cm
8-13/16"
22.38cm
16-5/8"
42.23cm
13-13/16"
32.54cm
16-1/4"
41.28cm
17-3/4"
45.10cm
1"
2.54cm
3-7/8"
9.84cm
1-5/8"
4.13cm
13-13/16"
32.54cm
Note: The above height measurments
are with the McIntosh Cartridge
installed.
The following dimensions can assist in determining the
best location for your MT10.
Dimensions
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