McIntosh MVP-831 Owners manual
MVP831 DVD / Video CD / CD Player
OWNERS
MANUAL
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McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 FAX: 607-724-0549
MVP831
Thank You, Please Take A Moment,
Customer Service and Table of Contents
Thank You
Your decision to own this McIntosh MVP831 Video Disc
Player 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 that information:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Dealer Name:
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:
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Phone: 607-723-3512
Fax: 607-723-3636
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 Repair department.
For assistance on factory repair return procedure, contact
the McIntosh Repair Department at:
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Phone: 607-723-3515
Fax: 607-723-1917
Copyright 1999 ã by McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
Table of Contents
Thank You......................................................................... 2
Please Take a Moment ...................................................... 2
Technical Assistance......................................................... 2
Customer Service.............................................................. 2
Table of Contents .............................................................. 2
Safety Instructions ............................................................ 3
Introduction ...................................................................... 4
Performance Features ....................................................... 4
Installation ........................................................................ 5
Rear Panel Connections and Switch ................................. 6
How to Connect the MVP831 .......................................... 7
Front Panel Indicators, Push-Buttons
and Switch ........................................................................ 8
Front Panel Display .......................................................... 9
Remote Control Push-Buttons ........................................ 10
How to Operate by Remote Control ............................... 11
Setup Mode ..................................................................... 12
How to Operate the MVP831 ......................................... 22
Specifications ................................................................. 25
Packing Instruction ......................................................... 27
NOTES:
1. The following Connecting 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.
2. For additional connection information, refer to the owners
manual(s) for any component(s) connected to the MVP831
Video Disc Player.
3. The MVP831 has a built-in 96kHz DAC (Digital Audio
Converter) to allow playing of DVDs recorded with a higher
bit rate by using the Analog Audio Outputs.
4. Several of the DVD performance features available on the
MVP831 are active only if the DVD includes the supporting
encoded information.
5. The translucent Remote Control pushbuttons, except for the
Setup pushbutton, will illuminate for approximately 3
seconds when activated.
6. When AC power is turned off, the MVP831 front panel
nomenclature will remain On for a few seconds.
7. In the unlikely event you are unable to remove a disc from
the player, there is a built-in tray release lever. Using a
suitable size screwdriver, move the
Tray Release lever from the Normal
to the Release position. The tray will
move out just far enough to grasp it
and pull it open. After removing the
disc, press the tray fully back into
the player.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS!
PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE
OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
WARNING SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT OPEN.
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to consti-
tute a risk of electric shock to persons
AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC NE PAS OUVRIR.
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.
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. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.
General:
1. Read all the safety and operating instructions, contained in this owners manual, before operating this
equipment.
2. Retain this owners manual for future reference about
safety and operating instructions.
3. Adhere to all warnings and operating instructions.
4. Follow all operating and use instructions.
5. Warning: To reduce risk of fire or electrical shock,
do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
This unit is capable of producing high sound pressure levels. Continued exposure to high sound pressure levels can cause permanent hearing impairment or loss. User caution is advised and ear protection is recommended when playing at high volumes.
6. Caution: to prevent electrical shock do not use this
(polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle
or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
.
Safety Instructions
Attention: pour pevenir les chocs elecriques pas
utiliser cette fiche polarisee avec un prolongateur,
une prise de courant ou un autre sortie de courant,
sauf si les lames peuvent etre inserees afond ans en
laisser aucune partie a decouvert.
7. For added protection for this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This
will prevent damage to the product due to lightning or
power line surges.
8. Do not use attachments not recommended in this
owners manual as they may cause hazards.
Installation:
9. Locate the equipment for proper ventilation. For example, the equipment should not be placed on a bed,
sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block ventilation
openings; or placed in a built-in installation, such as a
bookcase or cabinet, that may impede the flow of air
through the ventilation openings.
10. Locate the equipment away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliance (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
11. Mount the equipment in a wall or cabinet only as described in this owners manual.
12. Do not use this equipment near water; for example,
near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in
a wet basement or near a swimming pool, etc.
13. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The equipment may fall, causing serious injury to a person, and serious damage to
the product.
Connection:
14. Connect this equipment only to the type of AC power
source as marked on the unit.
15. Route AC power cords so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the instrument.
16. Do not defeat the inherent design features of the polarized plug. Non-polarized line cord adapters will defeat
the safety provided by the polarized AC plug. If the
plug should fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the grounding-type plug.
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Safety Instructions cont,
Introduction and Performance Features
17. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk
of fire or electric shock.
Care of Equipment:
18. Clean the instrument by dusting with a dry cloth. Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and clean the
panel with a cloth moistened with a window cleaner.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
19. Do not permit objects of any kind to be pushed and/or
fall into the equipment through enclosure openings.
Never spill liquids into the equipment through enclosure openings.
20. Unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet
when left unused for a long period of time.
Repair of Equipment:
21. Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to a qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. The AC power cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into
the equipment.
C. The equipment has been exposed to rain or water.
D. The equipment does not operate normally by fol-
lowing the operating instructions contained within
this owners manual. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions, as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result
in damage and will often require extensive work by
a qualified technician to restore the product to its
normal operation.
E. The equipment has been dropped or damaged in any
way.
F. The equipment exhibits a distinct change in perfor-
mance - this indicates a need for service.
22. Do not attempt to service beyond that described in the
operating instructions. All other service should be referred to qualified service personnel.
23. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by
McIntosh or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
24. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in proper operating
condition.
Introduction
The McIntosh MVP831 DVD/Video CD/CD Player offers
the latest in audio/video technology to provide state of the
art reproduction of digital video and audio program
sources. A full complement of performance features gives
you the opportunity to enjoy all the special audio and video
formats available on a DVD. Audio CDs are also reproduced with flawless realism. The advanced mechanical design of the transport ensures many years of smooth trouble
free operation.
Performance Features
· Dual-Focus Hologram Laser Lens
The MVP831 incorporates a dual-focus hologram lens that
splits the beam of the already super-fine laser so it can read
two disc layers simultaneously. This unique design eliminates the need for two separate laser systems and ensures
full compatibility with your existing CD library. The
unique MVP831 Red Laser has a thinner beam with a
shorter wavelength to more accurately read the denselypacked 4.7 gigabytes of information on a single layer of a
DVD disc.
· Advanced Transport
The MVP831 transport has side suspension dampers for
improved trackability and lower bit error rate. Also included is a new hydrodynamic bearing spindle motor.
These mechanical innovations ensure greater stability for
playback even with high sound pressure levels in the home
theater room.
· Advanced Video DAC
An advanced technology 10-Bit DAC (Digital Analog Converter) performs video signal processing at a faster rate
than ever for enhanced DVD picture quality. A DVD can
generate pictures in amazing detail, thanks to 500 lines of
horizontal resolution capability, which is more than twice
that of VHS video tapes.
· 96kHz 24 BIT Burr Brown Audio DAC
The MVP831 built-in Burr Brown 96kHz 24 Bit Digital to
Analog Converter ensures future compatibility with the
higher rate audio formats.
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Installation
The MVP831 can be placed upright on a table or shelf,
standing on its four feet. It also can be custom installed in a
piece of furniture or cabinet of your choice. The required
panel cutout, ventilation cutout and unit dimensions are
shown.
Always provide adequate ventilation for your MVP831.
Cool operation ensures the longest possible operating life
for any electronic instrument. Do not install the MVP831
directly above a heat generating component such as a high
powered amplifier. If all the components are installed in a
single cabinet, a quiet running ventilation fan can be a defi-
Front View of the MVP831
custom installed
End Caps
5-3/8"
136.9mm
Installation
nite asset in maintaining all the system components at the
coolest possible operating temperature.
A custom cabinet installation should provide the following minimum spacing dimensions for cool operation. Allow
at least 2 inches (5.1cm) above the unit and 1 inch
(2.54cm) on each side of the control center, so that airflow
is not obstructed. Allow 16 inches (40.64cm) depth behind
the mounting panel, which includes clearance for connectors. Allow 3/4 inch (1.9cm) in front of the mounting panel
for clearance. Be sure to cut out a ventilation hole in the
mounting shelf according to the dimensions in the drawing.
17-1/2"
444mm
7/32"
5.3mm
4-7/8"
123.8mm
1/4"
6mm
Panel Height
5-5/16"
134.9mm
17-1/16"
433.4mm
Outline of Front Panel
Edge of Cutout
(Front View)
Side View of the MVP831
custom installed
Bottom View of the MVP831
custom installed
Mounting Surface
Mounting Surface
Bottom of Cutout
and Top of Support
Shelf Must Coincide
Support Shelf
6"
3/16"
5.1mm
Outline of Unit
(Side View)
15"
Cut Out Center
for Ventilation
Cut Out Center
for Ventilation
(Bottom View)
Support Shelf
Mounting Bracket at B ot h Si des of the Rear Panel.
Fasten with 6-32 x 3/8 Machine Screw and Washer to Chassis.
Fasten with 6 x 1/2 Woo d S crew and Washer to Suppor t Shelf.
9"
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MVP831 Rear Panel Connections
MVP831 Rear Panel
Connections
DIGITAL COAXIAL
OUTPUT sends signals to
a Control Center with a
D/A Converter
DIGITAL OPTICAL
OUTPUT sends signals
to a Control Center with
a D/A Converter
Selects DIGITAL
OUTPUTS On or
Off
POWER CONTROL IN receives turn on signals from a
McIntosh component and
POWER CONTROL OUT
sends turn on signals on to another McIntosh Component
DATA IN receives operating
data from a McIntosh Control
Center
AUDIO OUTPUT supplies
analog audio signals to connect to the Analog Input of
an A/V Control Center
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VIDEO OUTPUT supplies
video signals to connect to a
Composite Input of an A/V
Control Center or other
video component
Connect the MVP831 power
cord to a live AC outlet. Refer
to information on the back
panel of your MVP831 to determine the correct voltage for
your unit
S-VIDEO OUTPUT supplies
video signals to connect to an
S Input of an A/V Control
Center or other video component
How to Connect the MVP831
1. Connect the MVP831 power cord to a live AC outlet.
2. Connect a Power Control Cable from the MVP831
POWER CONTROL IN to the POWER CONTROL A
Output jack of a McIntosh MX132 A/V Control Center.
3. Connect a Data Cable from the MVP831 DATA IN
jack to the DVD DATA (11) jack on the McIntosh
MX132 A/V Control Center.
4. Connect a Coaxial Cable from the MVP831 COAXIAL
DIGITAL OUT to the DVD COAXIAL DIGITAL INPUT of a McIntosh MX132 A/V Control Center.
Note: An optional connecting method is to use an optical
cable from the MVP831 OPTICAL DIGITAL OUTPUT
to the Optical Digital Input of a McIntosh MX132 A/V
Control Center.
5. Connect an S Video Cable from the MVP831 SVIDEO OUTPUT to the DVD S VIDEO INPUT on
a McIntosh MX132 A/V Control Center.
McIntosh Multizone Controller
How to Connect the MVP831
6. Connect a video cable from the MVP831 Composite
VIDEO OUTPUT to the CR12 V-AUX Video Input.
Connect a video cable from the CR12 V-AUX VIDEO
OUTPUT to the MX132 DVD Composite DVD
VIDEO INPUT.
Note: If a McIntosh CR12 is not used then connect MVP831
Composite VIDEO OUTPUT to the MX132 DVD
Composite DVD VIDEO INPUT.
7. Connect Audio Cables from the MVP831 L and R AUDIO OUTPUTS to the DVD ANALOG AUDIO INPUTS on a McIntosh MX132 A/V Control Center.
Optional Connecting Information
If the MVP831 is connected in a system consisting of a
McIntosh C39 or MX130 Control Center together with a
CR12 Multizone Controller, then the following two additional connections need to be made.
1. Connect Data cables, using Y connectors, from the
MVP831 DATA IN to the CR12 VAUX DATA IN and
the C39/MX130 V-AUX DATA PORT.
2. Connect cables, using Y connectors, from the MVP831
Analog AUDIO OUTPUTs to the C39/MX130 V-AUX
Audio Inputs and the CR12 V-AUX Audio Inputs.
Connect to
AC Outlet
McIntosh A/V Control Center
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MVP831 Front Panel Indicators, Push-Buttons
and Switch
MVP831 Front Panel Indicators,
Push-Buttons and Switch
Opens and Closes the
disc tray for loading or
unloading discs
Angle On
Indicator
Disc Tray opens to load
and unload a disc
IR Sensor receives
commands from a
remote control
Standby Power
On Indicator
POWER
switch turns
all AC power
completely
ON or OFF
Move rapidly
backward
through a disc
during play
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Move rapidly
forward
through a disc
during play
Move back
one track or
chapter at a
time
Front Panel Display
Move forward
one track or
chapter at a
time
Stops disc
play
Use to pause
during play
STANDBY/ON
push-button turns
the MVP831 ON
or OFF (Standby)
Starts
disc play
MVP831 Front Panel Display
MVP831 Front Panel Display
Indicates Disk
Reading Direction
and Stop Mode
Indicates Play Mode
and flashes during
Resume Mode
Indicates Repeat
Mode is active
Indicates Chapter
or Track Number,
and type of CD
Disc
Indicates the Audio
Channel Information
from the disc
Indicates the Total
Playing or Elapsed
Tim e
Indicates
when a
DVD Disc
is loaded
Indicates when
the Still Picture
Mode is active
Indicates the
Preselected Track
Play Mode is active
Indicates when
in the Pause
Mode
Indicates when the
Disc contains
96kHz Sampling
Indicates when
the Disc is a 24
Bit Data
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