McIntosh MVP891 User Manual

McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 www.mcintoshlabs.com

MVP891

Audio Video Player

Owner’s Manual

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MOISTURE.

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shock, do not remove cover or

back. No user-serviceable parts

inside.

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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 appa-

ratus (including ampliers) 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 t 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.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by

the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table specied 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 qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply 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 lled

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, re or the like.

19. Connect mains power supply cord only to a

mains socket outlet with a protective earthing

connection.

20. Warning: The Ethernet connector of this

equipment must not be directly connected to a public network. Connection is to be made only by way of a modem or router approved for this purpose.

Trademark and License Information

The McIntosh MVP891 incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.

This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited.

Trademark and License Information

The MVP891 uses the following Technologies:

Trademark Logo License Information

Blu-ray Disc and “ ” are trademarks.

“Blu-ray 3D™” and “Blu-ray 3D™” logo are-

trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association.

is a trademark of the DVD Format /Logo licens-

ing Corporation.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High- Denition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or regis-

HIGH-DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE

tered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

Java and all other trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and/or

other countries.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,392,195; 7,272,567; 7,333,929; 7,212,872 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS-HD, the Symbol, & DTS-HD and the Symbol together are

Trademark Logo License Information

Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

“AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logo is the trademark

of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

“BONUSVIEW” is the trademark of Blu-ray

Disc Association.

“BD-LIVE” logo is trademark of Blu-ray Disc

Association.

DivX®, DivX Certied®, DivX Plus® HD and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Cor-

poration or its subsidiaries and are used under license. Covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents: 7,295,673; 7,460,668; 7,515,710; 7,519,274

YouTube and the YouTube logo are the

VIDEOS

registered trademarks of Google Inc.

Thank You

Your decision to own this McIntosh MVP891 Audio Video 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 visual and 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:

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

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions .................................................. 2-3

Trademark and License Information ......................... 4

Thank You and Please Take a Moment ...................... 5

Technical Assistance and Customer Service ............. 5

Table of Contents ....................................................... 5

General Information .................................................. 6

USB Memory Drive Information ............................... 6

Disc Information ........................................................ 7

Connector and Cable Information ............................. 7

Introduction ................................................................ 8

Performance Features ................................................ 8

Dimensions ................................................................ 9

Installation ................................................................10

Connections:

Rear Panel Connectors .............................................. 11

Making Connections .................................................12

Front Panel Features:

Front Panel Displays, Push-buttons

and USB Memory Drive ...........................................16

Front Panel Information Display ...............................17

Setup:

Introduction to the MVP891 Setup Mode............18-19

Default Settings........................................................ 20

System and Language Settings ................................. 21

Rating, NetworkVideo and Other Settings ............. 22

TV, HDMI and 3D Settings ..................................... 23

Audio and Speaker Settings ................................ 24-25

Operation:

How to Operate MVP891 ....................................26 -31

MVP891 Audio/Video Settings

and Adjustments ..................................................32-35

Firmware Update ................................................ 36 -37

Additional Information:

Specifications ............................................................38

Packing Instruction ...................................................39

McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.

2 Chambers Street

Binghamton, New York 13903

Phone: 607-723-1545 Fax: 607-724-0549

Remote Control:

Remote Control Push-buttons ................................... 14

How to Use the Remote Control ...............................15

General and USB Memory Drive Information

General Information

1. For additional connection information, refer to the

owner’s manual(s) for any component(s) connected to the MVP891 Audio Video Player.

2. When the MVP891 HDMI Output is connected to a TV/Monitor there is no signal present at the Component Video Output Jacks, unless the HDMI

resolution is set to 480i.

3. The Super Audio Compact Discs (SACD) Audio

Signals are converted internally from Digital to Analog.

4. When the MVP891 is playing back a SACD Disc

the DSD Signal from the disc is converted to a

PCM Signal and is available at the HDMI Out

Connection.

5. A PCM version of the decoded MP3 Signal is available at the Digital Audio Outputs.

6. The MVP891 has built-in 192kHz 32-Bit DACs (Digital to Analog Converter) to allow playing of

Discs recorded with a higher bit and sample rate, by using the Analog Audio Outputs.

7. Some Multichannel BD (Blu-ray), DVD, DVDVideo, DVD-Audio and Super Audio Compact Discs might contain Low Frequency Audio Signals (below 80Hz) in the Center and/or Surround Channels. If the Loudspeakers in your Sound System are not capable of reproducing those Low Fre-

quencies, distortion and/or possible damage to the Loudspeakers may occur. For additional information, consult with your Dealer or refer to the

Owner’s Manual for your Loudspeakers.

8. The DVD-Audio and Super Audio Compact Discs Digital Audio Signal is available via the HDMI Output. The MVP891 also internally decodes the Digital Audio from DVD-Audio and Super Audio

Compact Disc and the Eight Channel Analog Sig-

nals are available at the UNBALANCED AUDIO OUTPUTS (7.1CH).

9. The MVP891 is designed to playback 3D Bluray Discs. The 3D Digital Video Signal from the MVP891 is available at the HDMI Out connector. It is extremely important for all A/V Components and the HDMI cables used for connections between the MVP891 and the TV/Monitor, meet or exceed the HDMI High Speed Standards for proper 3D Video Playback.

10. HDMI Cable lengths between MVP891 and the Audio/Video Control Center should not exceed 25ft (8.3meters). If there is need to use HDMI Cables longer than 25ft (8.3meters), a high quality in-line HDMI Buffer/Converter would be required

for reliable digital signal transmission via the

HDMI Connections.

11. The MVP891 basic transport functions may also be controlled by using other McIntosh Remote Controls or Keypads thru a McIntosh Control

Center or Preamplifier. Refer to the owner’s

manual(s) supplied with those component(s) for

additional operation information.

12. PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) is the name given

to a specific type of Digital Audio Signal. The

CD Audio Disc and the supplemental audio track

found on some Blu-ray Discs use the PCM format.

13. Sound Intensity is measured in units called Decibels and “dB” is the abbreviation.

14. When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations. Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with the local regulations concerning battery disposal.

15. For additional information on the

MVP891 and other McIntosh Products please visit the McIntosh Web Site at

www.mcintoshlabs.com.

USB Memory Drive Information

The MVP891 has a Front Panel Slot for accepting

USB Memory Drives only. The USB Memory Drive

is used in BD-Live and Bonus View Mode when the

storage requirements exceeds the internal memory. The USB Drive provides the memory storage needed for the additional program content which is downloaded from the Movie Studio/Record Company via

the MVP891 internet connection. It may also be used for playback of Audio and Video Files.

1. Before switching On the MVP891 insert the USB

Memory Drive into the Front Panel Slot.

2. Do not remove the USB Memory Drive until the

MVP891 has been switched Off. Removing the USB Memory Drive while the MVP891 is On

could result in malfunction or loss of the USB Memory Drive’s data.

3. USB Memory Drives need to have a storage capac-

ity of 1GB (Gigabit) or greater.

4. Before using the USB Memory Drive for storage in the MVP891, it first must be formated on a computer using the FAT32 File System.

5. The MVP891 will display Photos using the JPEG

File Format.

6. The MVP891 will playback music files such as

MP3, WMA and AAC.

7. Read and follow all instructions provided by the USB Memory Drive manufacturer to prevent damage to the Drive and to the files contained on the Drive.

Disc Information, Connector and Cable Information

Disc Information

1. Compact Discs that are not round (e.g. Novelty

discs with octagonal or heart shapes) will not play properly in the MVP891 and should not be tried,

as possible damage may occur.

2. The MVP891 Audio Video Player is designed to

play all standard CD Audio Discs that conform to the Official Compact Disc Standards which is indicated by the Symbol .

3. The MVP891 will play most of the following

discs, however some recorded discs may not be able to play due to the condition of the recording:

BD-Video, BD-3D Video, Super Audio CD (SACD), CD-R, CD-RW, Picture CD (Kodak), Fujicolor CD, WMA(Windows), DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, and DVD-AVCHD.

4. CD Audio Discs recorded in the MP3, WMA,

AAC or LPCM Format will playback on the MVP891 except discs that contain multi-session

recordings.

5. The MVP891 will display Photos in the JPEG File

Format from a Disc.

6. The CD audio side of the Dual Disc does not meet the Compact Disc Digital Audio specifications

found in the industry “Redbook”; the MVP891

may not read the CD side of a Dual Disc.

7. Several of the DVD, DVD-Audio and SACD performance features available on the MVP891

are active only if the Disc includes the supporting encoded information.

8. BD-Video and DVD-Video Discs are designed to only play in certain region(s) of the world. A

region may be a single country or a group of coun-

tries. Usually on the back cover of the Video Disc

container is a Symbol with either a “Character”

or “Number(s)” or the word “All” inside it. The

MVP891 is designed to play discs for Regions “A”,

“1” and “All”.

9. Certain Dolby Digital and DTS Encoded Discs display their own unique Audio Mode Selection menu, every time the disc is loaded into the player.

If you do not make a choice from this menu, the

disc will revert to its default Audio Mode when play is started.

Connector and Cable Information

XLR Connectors

Below is the Pin configuration for the XLR Balanced Output Connectors on the MVP891. Refer to the dia-

gram for connection:

PIN 1: Shield/Ground PIN 2: + Output PIN 3: - Output

PIN 1

Power Control Connector

The MVP891 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 MVP891.

Data and IR Input Port Connectors

The MVP891 Data In Port receives

Remote Control Signals. A 1/8 inch stereo mini phone plug is used for

connection. The IR Ports also use a

1/8 inch stereo mini phone plug and allow the connection of other brand

IR Receivers to the MVP891.

RS232 DB9 Connector Pin Layout

1. N/C 6. N/C

2. Data Out (TXD) 7. N/C

3. Data In (RXD) 8. N/C

4. N/C 9. N/C

5. Gnd.

Power Control

Data Signal

IR Data Control

PIN 2

N/C

Ground

Data Ground

Ground

Introduction

The McIntosh MVP891 Audio Video Player offers the

latest in audio/video technology, providing state of the art reproduction of digital video and audio program sources. A full complement of performance features

allows for the enjoyment of 3D Blu-ray, Blu-ray, DVD, SACD, DVD-Audio and Audio CD discs. Special Audio and Video formats are also reproduced with

flawless realism. The advanced mechanical design of the transport ensures many years of smooth trouble free operation.

Performance Features

• Triple Laser Pickup The MVP891 incorporates three laser elements, with

different wavelengths, that are focused through one lens assembly. This unique design allows reading many different types of Audio and Video Disc Formats.

• Advanced Transport

The MVP891 has a new vibration-resistant transport

with an advanced digital servo for faster, quieter

and accurate operation. The Video Disc Data is read

into memory from the disc at twice the normal rate.

Likewise, CD Audio Data is read into memory at

four times the normal rate. The fast read speeds help

to insure better disc tracking and error correction

processing.

• 1080p/24frame Video Output The MVP891 has the highest video resolution available, 1080p/24frames per second image quality via the

HDMI Video Output.

• Video Outputs

Along with the HDMI Video Output the MVP891 also

has Component Video and Composite Video Outputs

for a variety of applications.

• Advanced Video Circuitry

The MVP891 uses the Anchor Bay Technologies VRS

ultra performance ABT-2015 processor. The Analog Devices 12-bit/297MHz video D/A provides conver-

sion with Noise Shaped Video processing, Digital Noise Reduction and 14/12Bit Digital to Analog Video

Conversion for High Definition and Standard Definition Signals.

• 32 Bit Audio DAC

The MVP891 has ve two channel Digital to Analog Converters capable of sampling rates up to 192kHz

with 32 Bits of resolution.

• Balanced Outputs

The MVP891 has Balanced Outputs for the Left and

Right Channels when playing a CD/SACD. When a

Multichannel Disc is playing, the Balanced Left and

Right Outputs provide a two channel mix down of the Multichannel Recording.

• Built-in Dolby True HD and DTS-DH Master Decoders

The MVP891 also provides built-in decoding of the Dolby Pro Logic IIx and DTS Neo6 Sound Tracks.

• Digital Audio Outputs

There is HDMI and Coaxial Digital Audio Outputs for

external decoding of the various Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Signals, PCM or MP3 Signals from CDs.

• On Screen Setup and Calibration

Loudspeaker Size, Level and Time Delay Adjustments

Introduction and Performance Features

are available for Dolby Digital, DTS Digital, DVD-

Audio and SACD Disc Signals and effects the multichannel analog audio outputs.

• Power Control

The Power Control Input connection provides convenient Turn-On/Off of the MVP891 when connected to a McIntosh System with Power Control.

• Remote Control

The Remote Control with illuminated push-buttons,

provides control of the MVP891 operating functions. A Data Port Connection to a McIntosh A/V Control

Center or Preamplifier allows for convenient system

operation using one Remote Control. An External IR Sensor Input allows for remote operation when the MVP891 is located behind closed doors.

• Special Power Supply

A fully regulated Power Supply, with a special R-Core Power Transformer, ensures stable noise free operation even though the power line varies.

• Extruded Side Panels

The sides of the MVP891 are extruded aluminum panels with a bead blast textured surface and a black

anodized finish.

• Fiber Optic Solid State Front Panel Illumination

The Illumination of the Glass Front Panel is accomplished by the combination of custom designed Fiber

Optic Light Diffusers and extra long life Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs). This provides even Front Panel Illumination and is designed to ensure the pristine beauty of the MVP891 will be retained for many

years.

Dimensions

The following dimensions can assist in determining

the best location for your MVP891. There is additional

information on the next page pertaining to installing

the MVP891 into cabinets.

Front View of the MVP891

17-1/2"

44.45cm

Dimensions

Rear View of the MVP891

17"

43.18cm

5-3/8"

13.69cm

4-5/8"

11.75cm

15.24cm

13/16"

2.06cm

1-5/8"

4.1cm

Side View of the MVP891

13-3/8"

34cm

12"

30.5cm

9-1/16"

23.3cm

3/16"

0.48cm

1-5/16"

3.3cm

4-13/16"

12.22cm

13-1/4"

33.65cm

Installation

The MVP891 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 four feet may be removed from the bottom of the MVP891 when it is custom installed as outlined below. The four feet together with the mounting screws should be retained for possible future use if the

MVP891 is removed from the custom installation and

used free standing. The required panel cutout, ventilation cutout and unit dimensions are shown. Always provide adequate ventilation for your

MVP891. Cool operation ensures the longest possible

operating life for any electronic instrument. Do not

install the MVP891 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 definite 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 6 inches (15.24cm) above the top, 2 inches (5.08cm) below the bottom, 3 inches (7.62cm) behind the rear panel and 2 inch (5.08cm) on each side of the Audio Video Player, so that airflow is not

obstructed. Do not block the ventilation holes on the top and bottom cover; also do not block the rear panel fan opening. Allow 1 inch (2.54 cm) in front

of the mounting panel for clearance. When the DISC

Tray is opened, the panel clearance required in front

of mounting panel is 6-3/4 inches (17.2cm). Be sure to cut out a ventilation hole in the mounting shelf according to the dimensions in the drawing.

MVP891 Front Panel Custom Cabinet Cutout

Cabinet Front Panel

Opening for Ventilation

MVP891 Side View in Custom Cabinet

Support Shelf

3/4"

MVP891 Bottom View in Custom Cabinet

Note: Center the cutout Horizontally on the unit. For purposes of clarity, the above illustration is not drawn to scale.

1.9cm

3-1/8"

7.9cm

Cabinet Front Panel

15.24cm

Cutout Opening for Ventilation

2-5/8"

6.7cm

Cutout Opening for Ventilation

17-1/16"

43.34cm

Opening for Ventilation

Cutout Opening for Custom Mounting

20.3cm

14"

35.56cm

17.8cm

Installation

10-7/8"

27.62cm

Chassis Spacers

13-1/4"

33.7cm

Rear Panel Connectors

Connect the

MVP891 power cord

to a live AC outlet. Refer to information

on the back panel of your MVP891 to

determine the correct voltage for your unit

RS-232C connector for connection to a remote control device

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

IR INput for

connecting an

IR Receiver

UNBALANCED AUDIO

OUTPUTS supply Seven Point One Channels of analog audio and connects to

the 7.1 CH Input of an A/V

Control Center

UNBALANCED AUDIO OUTPUTS

supply Two Channels of Analog Audio and connects to the Analog Input of an A/V Control Center

ETHERNET

Network Connector

for connecting

the MVP891 to a

Broadband Ethernet

Network

HDMI OUT supplies digital

video and digital audio sig-

nals to an Input of an A/V

Control Center or other audio/video component

VIDEO OUTput supplies

video signals to connect

to a Composite Input of an A/V Control Center or

other video component

COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUTput sends

signals to a Control Center with a D/A Converter or a decoder

BALANCED AUDIO

OUTPUTS supply two channels of analog audio to connect to Balanced Inputs of other components

Y OUTPUT connects to the Y Component Input of the TV/Monitor or other video component.

PB/CB OUTPUT connects to the PB/CB Component

Input of the TV/Monitor or other video component.

PR /CR OUTPUT connects to the PR /CR Component

Input of the TV/Monitor or other video component

Making Connections

The MVP891 has the ability to be remotely switched On/Off from a McIntosh Preamplifier or A/V Con-

trol Center via the Power Control connection. The

MVP891 Data Port Connection allows for the remote operation of basic functions using the A/V Control

Center Remote Control. With an external sensor con-

nected to the MVP891, remote control operation is possible from another room and/or when the MVP891

is located in a cabinet with the doors closed.

The connection instructions below, together with

the MVP891 Connection Diagram located on the

separate folded sheet “Mc1A”, is an example of an audio/video system. Your system may vary from this, however the actual components would be connected in a similar manner. For additional information refer to

“Connector and Cable Information” on page 7.

Power Control Connections:

1. Connect a Control Cable from the A/V Control Center PC (Power Control/Trigger) Jack to the POWER CONTROL IN Jack on the McIntosh MVP891 Audio/Video Player.

2. Optionally, connect a Control Cable from the

MVP891 Audio Video Player POWER CONTROL OUT Jack to the next McIntosh Component Power Control In Jack.

3. Connect any additional components in a similar manner, as outlined in step 2.

Data Control Connections:

4. Connect a Control Cable from the A/V Control Center Data Out 1 Jack to the McIntosh MVP891 Audio Video Player DATA IN Jack.

Sensor Connections:

5. Optionally, connect an external Sensor to the

McIntosh MVP891 Audio Video Player IR IN Jack.

HDMI Connections:

6. Connect a HDMI Cable from the McIntosh MVP891 Audio Video Player HDMI OUT to the HDMI Input 1 BD on the A/V Control Center.

Digital Audio Connections:

7. Connect a Cable from the McIntosh MVP891 Audio Video Player DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL to the Coaxial In 1 on the A/V Control Center.

Analog Audio Connections:

8. Connect Balanced Cables from the McIntosh MVP891 Audio Video Player AUDIO OUTPUTS BALANCED 2CH Connectors to the A/V Control Center AUX Balanced Input 1 connectors.

9. Connect Audio Cables from the MVP891 Audio

Video Player UNBALANCED AUDIO OUTPUTS

10.1CH (all eight channels) Jacks to the A/V Control Center 7.1 CH Input Jacks.

10. Connect Cables from the McIntosh MVP891 Audio Video Player AUDIO OUTPUTS UNBALANCED 2CH Jacks to the A/V Control Center CD Input Jacks.

Analog Video Connections:

11. Connect Cables from the McIntosh MVP891

Audio/Video Player COMPONENT VIDEO OUT to the A/V Control Center Component Video In 2 (DVD) Inputs.

12. Connect a Cable from the McIntosh MVP891 Au-

dio Video Player VIDEO OUT to the A/V Control Center Video In DVD Input.

Making Connections

Ethernet Connection:

13. Connect a CAT5 or CAT6 cable from the MVP891 ETHERNET connector to a Computer Network with router providing High Speed Broadband In-

ternet Access or directly to a High Speed Modem

with Broadband Internet Access.

Note: For proper operation of the BD-Live feature

a High Speed Internet connection is required.

AC Power Cords Connections:

14. Connect the McIntosh MVP891 Audio Video

Player AC Power Cord to a live AC outlet.

Notes

Remote Control Push-Buttons

Select a different picture Angle

Press for random playback of tracks from Video and Audio CDs

Move backward to the previous chapter or track, also use to set the Still Video Image

step rate

Starts Playback of a disc

Moves backward in time through a chapter or track rapidly

Use to quick stop or full stop

Use to pause the disc playback. Also use to activate the Still Image Video Mode

Access the on-screen Disc Menu from a DVD disc

and the Media Player Edit Menu (“Pop Up” On-Screen

Push-button)

Press to select between various on-screen pages

of information on DVD-Audio Discs Press PAGE (–) to activate

the Home On-Screen Menu

Return to the previous setup menu screen

Use to select various disc information including time. It is

displayed on-screen and on the Front Panel Alphanumeric display

Use to access menu items on some Blu-Ray Discs

Use to Clear the last programmed track

Use to view and/or change the on-screen subtitle language

Use to select one of various repeat modes

Selects the video signal output at the HDMI Output

HOME

Use to switch power On to the MVP891

Use to change the brightness of the Front Panel Alphanumeric Display from bright to off

Use to switch power Off to the MVP891

Use to access the standard or one of ve preset user dened

video settings

Move forward to the next chapter or track, also use to set the Still Video Image step rate

Moves forwards in time through a chapter or track rapidly

Selects the SACD or CD Audio Layer from a hybrid disc

Access the on-screen Top Menu from the disc (disc dependent)

Use to move the on-screen cursor up, down, left, right; also use to select the highlighted on-screen menu item

Use to access the Setup Menu

Used to activate an on-screen menu to perform various Audio

and Video functions

Access any numbered operating function

To access Track Numbers on CDs and DVD-Audio

Discs greater than 10

Use to view on-screen the current title, chapter, group or track

number along with direct access to change it using the number push-buttons

Use to view or change the current Audio Selection

Use to preselect (program) from an audio disc the desired tracks for playback

Selects the video signal output resolution at the HDMI Output

Use to set a starting and ending time segment on a disc for continuous repeat play

Use to review the preselected tracks from the disc on the Front

Panel Alphanumeric display, while in the program mode

Note: Push-buttons whose function is not identified above are for use with other McIntosh Components

How to use the Remote Control

The Remote Control is capable of performing both basic Operating Functions and Setup Options for the

MVP891 Audio Video Disc Player.

Notes: Refer to the “How to Operate” and “How to

Operate Setup Mode” Sections of this manual for additional information using this Remote Control.

Play

With a disc loaded, press the PLAY Push-button to start the disc playing.

Stop

Press the STOP< Push-button once to stop disc play-

back. Press PLAY and the disc will start playing again

from the disc time where Stop was pressed. Press STOP< twice for a complete stop and return to the beginning of a disc.

Numbered Push-buttons

Press 1 through 9 to directly access one of the first

nine Disc Tracks/Chapters using the On-screen Icon. For track numbers greater than 10, press the +10 Push-

button first and then the required number. For example

to access Disc Track/Chapter 23, press +10 twice and

then 3.

Clear

Press the CLEAR Push-button to erase a selected track or incorrect setting.

Pause

Press the PAUSE; Push-button to temporarily stop

disc playback at any time. When a DVD is playing,

each additional time the Pause Push-button is pressed,

the player will proceed to the next Still Video Image.

Note: The Still Video Image step rate may be changed by

using the7 (Reverse) or8 (Fast Forward) Push- button.

Back and Next

Press the : (Next) Push-button to move forward or the 9 (Back) Push-button to move backward one

chapter/track at a time on the disc.

Return

Press the RETURN Push-button to return to the previous setup menu.

Setup

Press the SETUP Push-button to access the Initial

Setup Menu.

Subtitle

Press the SUB (Subtitle) Push-button to access the

Subtitle menu and the Subtitle icon will appear at the top of the screen.

Angle

If the DVD being played supports the Angle Feature, press the ANGLE Push-button to select the desired

video picture angle.

Four Direction Arrows

Press an Arrow direction Push-button to move backward, forward, up or down through an on-screen menu.

Select

Press the SELECT Push-button to confirm and activate a setup option or options indicated by the onscreen icons.

Note: The SELECT push-button is also referred to as

“Enter” when working within the Setup Mode.

How to use the Remote Control

Top M enu

When a disc is loaded in the player, press the TOP

MENU Push-button to access the main DVD Title menu (disc dependent).

Display/Time

Press the DISPlay/TIME Push-button to access various disc times, text information on SACD/CD and

audio modes displayed on-screen (disc dependent).

Audio

Press the AUDIO Push-button to access various audio modes displayed on-screen (disc dependent).

REV and FF

Press a7 (Reverse) or8 (Fast Forward) Push-button

to start moving rapidly through a chapter or track on

a disc.

Note: Audio level is automatically muted during this

operating mode with a DVD disc.

A-B Repeat

Press the A-B (Repeat) Push-button once to establish

the starting point of the repeat loop and press the A-B

(Repeat) Push-button a second time for the ending

point, and that segment of a disc will be repeated continuously.

Press the SEARCH Push-button to activate vari-

ous search functions including Chapter, Title, Track Group, Time and Marker. For additional information

refer to page 30.

Front Panel Displays, Push-buttons and USB Memory Drive

Socket for connnecting

a USB Memory Drive

Selects between Disc and USB

Memory Drive Playback

Disc Tray opens to load and unload a disc

Front Panel Information Display

IR Sensor receives commands

from a Remote Control

Standby Power On

Indicator

Selects the SACD or CD Audio

Layer from a

hybrid disc

Selects the video signal output at

the HDMI Output

Selects the video signal output resolution at the

HDMI Output

Move backwards one track, chapter

or photo at a time

Move forwards

one track, chapter

or photo at a time

Stops disc or USB drive

playback

Use to Pause during

playback of a disc or USB Drive playback

Starts playback

of a disc or USB Drive Card

Opens and Closes the disc tray for loading or unloading a disc

STANDBY/ON Push-button

switches the MVP891 ON or OFF (Standby)

Front Panel Information Display

When the indicator is On (Steady), actual communication is occurring between MVP891 HDMI Output and the TV/Monitor’s HDMI Input. When the indicator is just ashing the HDMI Output is

selected with no communication occurring between components

Indicates the type of

media loaded; BD, USB Memory Drive,

CD, DVD, DVD-Audio, or DVD-Video

Indicates

when the Play Mode is active

Indicates

when the Pause Mode is active

Indicates the

random Play Mode is active

Indicates when

the two digits below are display-

ing the Group or

Title Number

Indicates Title

Number on the Disc and the

Group Number on DVD-Audio

Discs

Indicates when the

two digits below are

displaying the Track

or Chapter Number

Indicates when the numeric display is indicating the Total Playing Time of the disc, the current Track Playing Time or the Remaining Playing Time of the disc

Indicates either two

or multi-channel

sound playback

Indicates the current Track Time, Remaining Track

Time, Total Disc Playing Time and various other

Information

Indicates the Digital

Signal being decoded is DTS, DTS-HD or DTS-HD Master

Indicates the Digital

Signal being decoded is Dolby Digital or Dolby True HD

Indicates the Digital

Signal being decoded

is Linear PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) or Packed PCM

Indicates the Digital

Signal being decoded is MP3, WMA or AAC

Indicates when

the disc contains multiple viewing angles

Indicates the current

Multi-Channel Sound

track is down mixed

and available at the 2CH Outputs as a stereo audio signal

Indicates the

programmed

Track/Group

Play Mode is active

Indicates the Repeat Mode selected; Repeat All, Repeat

1Track or Repeat

from point A to point B on the disc

Indicates Track or

Chapter Number of the Disc

Note: Display items not identified above are for use with other McIntosh Components

Indicates the Audio

Signal is being processed using Dolby

Pro Logic IIx

Introduction to the MVP891 Setup Mode

Your McIntosh MVP891 has been factory configured for default operating settings that will allow you to immediately enjoy superb video and high fidel-

ity audio from a Blu-ray 3D Disc. It also reproduces Blu-ray Disc (2D), DVD-Audio, SACDs and CDs with unparalleled sonic purity. If you wish to make changes

to the factory default settings perform the following

steps, if not proceed to “How to Operate the MVP891”

starting on page 26.

Power

The Red LED above the STANDBY/ON switch lights to indicate the MVP891 is connected to AC Power. To Switch ON the MVP891, press the STANDBY/ ON Push-button on the Front Panel or the (Power)

Push-button on the Remote Control. The STANDBY

Red LED will flash during the initialization process.

Refer to figures 1 and 2.

Figu re 1

Note: When the MVP891 is switched On, it will take

from 20 to 30 seconds for initialization of the internal circuitry to take place before the player is ready to begin operation.

Adjustments and Setting changes

All of the adjustments and settings are performed by using the extensive On-Screen Menu System. The On-Screen Menuing System is interactive. The ability to change a menu item setting or have access to a

menu item setting (some may

be “grayed out”) is dependent

on the operational state of the player and the choices made in other menu items. Some menu choices require more than one step to complete. The active selection in a list of options is indicated by a dot located to the left side of the

selection, e.g. ●ON. When a disc is playing in the MVP891

and the STOP Push-button is pressed once (the disc play-

back is paused), some but not

all menu items are available

for change. To make all of the

menu items available for pos-

sible change, the playback of

the disc must be stopped which requires two presses of the STOP Push-button.

Note: The MVP891 must

be connected to a MONITOR/TV either through an A/V Control Center or directly, for setup and use. The Remote Control supplied with the McIntosh MVP891 has several Push-buttons labeled differently than as indicated on the On Screen Menu, please refer to the Instructions in this Owner’s Manual for the correct Push-button.

HOME

Figu re 2

Checking the Network Connection

The following example will illustrate how to navigate

through the built-in MVP891 SETUP Mode and the

multiple On-Screen Menus.

One of the many features the MVP891 has is the ability to display On-Screen Videos from "You Tube" via the Internet Network Connection.

Occasionally, McIntosh might make available Firmware Updates for the MVP891. These Updates would be from the McIntosh Computer Server via a Network Internet Connection. The MVP891 will au-

tomatically scan for an update when first switched On

(with no disc in the tray). If an update is available, the MVP891 will display a message On-Screen for several seconds. For more information about the MVP891 and Network Connections refer to pages 22 and 36.

With the MVP891 connected to your Home Network via a Network Router with an active Internet

Access Device connected, perform the following steps:

1. If there is a disc playing in the MVP891 press the

STOP Push-button twice.

2. Press the SETUP Push-button on the Remote

Control and the last selected Setup Menu Item will appear on the Monitor/TV screen. The figure 3 illustration is of the “General Settings” Menu and

options.

General Setting

System

Language

Ratings

Network

Others

Select

ENTER

Confirm

Figu re 3

SETUP

Exit

Introduction to the MVP891 Setup Mode

Note: There are four Main Menu Icons located at

the top of the On-Screen Setup Display. The Icon are , from left to right, General Settings, Video Settings, Audio Settings and System Information.

3. Using the Down Directional Push-buttons on

the Remote Control select “Network”. Refer to

figure 4.

General Setting

System

Language

Ratings

Network

Others

Select

Internet Connecti...

Information

Connection Test

DHCP

BD-Live Connection

ENTER

Confirm

Enable

More...

Auto

Permitted

SETUP

Exit

Figu re 4

4. Press the SELECT Push-button on the Remote

Control.

5. Using the Down Directional Push-buttons on the

Remote Control select “Connection Test”. Refer to figure 5.

General Setting

System

Language

Ratings

Network

Others

Select

Internet Connecti...

Information

Connection Test

DHCP

BD-Live Connection

ENTER

Confirm

Figu re 5

More...

SETUP

Exit

6. Press the SELECT Push-button on the Remote

Control.

The MVP891 will now check for a Network Connection first. Second, it will check for access to the Internet. A window will appear On-Screen indicating “The Network is OK”. Refer to figure 6.

General Setting

System

Language

Ratings

Network

Others

Select

Internet Connecti...

Connection Test

Information

The Network is OK

Connection Test

DHCP

BD-Live Connection

ENTER

Confirm

More...

SETUP

Exit

Figu re 6

7. Press the SELECT Push-button on the Remote

Control and then press the SETUP Push-button to exit the Setup Mode and return to normal operation.

Note: If when the above Connection Test was

performed and the message appearing in the Window indicated “Network is FAILED” proceed to Setup Mode, Network Settings on page 22 to resolve the difficulty.

For the vast majority of MVP891 Owners the Default

Settings and Suggested Component Connections are all one needs for full enjoyment of movies, still photos, videos and music.

The MVP891 Setup Mode has a number of ad-

ditional options allowing integration into your Home

Theater System. Usually, your McIntosh Dealer and/or Custom Installer uses these additional capabilities.

The navigation and selection methods previously illustrated also apply to the remainder of Setup Mode Settings, which resume on page 20.

To begin enjoying the MVP891 Audio Video

Player proceed to page 26 and “How to Operate the

MVP891”.

Default Settings

General Settings

MENU SELECTION SETTING PAGE

System Setup

Screen Saver On 21

Auto Power Mode On 21

Power Saving Power Saving Standby 21

HDMI Control Off 21

HDMI Power Off Control On 21

Initialize --- 21

Firmware Update --- 21

Update Notification On 21

BD Data Utility --- 21

Language

GUI Lang uage English 21

Disc Menus English 21

Dialog English 21

Subtitle Off 21

Ratings

Change Password 0000 22

BD Rating Level No Limit 22

DVD Rating Level No Limit 22

Country Code USA 22

Network

Internet Connection Enable 22

Information Vario u s 22

Connection Test --- 22

DHCP Auto 22

BD-Live Permitted 22

Proxy Setting Disable 22

Others

Close Caption Off 22

Angle Mark Off 22

PIP Mark Off 22

Secondary Audio Mark Off 22

Di vX® Registration Registration Code 22

MENU SELECTION SETTING PAGE

Video Settings

TV Aspect (Aspect Ratio) 16:9 Squeeze Auto 23

Wallpaper Picture 23

Progressive Mode

HDMI

Color Space YCb Cr 23

HDMI Deep Color Auto 23

3D Output Setting Auto 23

TV Screen Size Setting 046 23

Audio Setting

Audio Output

Coaxial Bitstream 24

HDMI Bitstream 24

Down Sampling 48kHz 24

DRC Auto 24

Speaker Setting

Configuration 7.1ch 25

Test To n e --- 25

System

Information

MAC Address

This mode is activate with a 480i/576i video source

Off 23

MAC : __ - _ _ - __ - __ - _ _ - __

---

MENU ITEM SUB MENU SELECTION OPTION(S) DESCRIPTION

System Setup

Language Setup

Screen Saver

Auto Power Mode Off

Power Saving

HDMI Control On

HDMI Power

Off Control

Initialize --- Cancel, OK Use to reset all MVP891 settings to the factory default conguration.

Firmware Update --- Check for Update, Start Please refer to page 36 for additional information.

Update Notication

BD Data Utility BD Data Informa-

GUI Language

Disc Menus

Dialog

Subtitle

●On

●Power Saving

Standby

●On

tion or BD Live

Memory Selection

●English

●Original

●Off

Off On, Screen Saver function activates three minutes after Pause or Stop Mode

is engaged. Off, disables the Screen Saver function.

●On

Normal Standby Power Saving Standby, consumes the least amount of power and does not

●Off

Off When TVs with HDMI External Control Capabilities are activated the

Off Displays On-Screen when a Firmware Update is available.

Internal BD Data Erase; Select either Internal or External Memory for BD Live Data

English, Francais, Espanol Selects the language of the MVP891 On-Screen Menus that will be seen On-

English, French, Spanish,

German, Japanese, Italian,

Swedish, Dutch, Russian, Chinese, Korean, Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Portuguese, More

(press the SELECT Pushbutton for more choices)

Off, the MVP891 will stay on until switched Off. On, will automatically switch power Off about 30 minutes after disc playback has ended, a disc is not loaded or when disc playback is stopped.

respond to HDMI or RS232 remote commands. Normal Standby, consumes

more power than the “Power Saving Standby” Mode and responds to RS232

and HDMI remote commands when the MVP891 is in Standby Mode.

When On the HDMI External Control Capabilities link is activated. When Off the HDMI External Control Capabilities link is deactivated. Contact the TV manufacturer for additional information.

MVP891 may be switched On/Off via the TV Remote Control. Contact the TV manufacturer for additional information.

The size of the available free internal memory and formating of the internal memory. The selection of internal memory or external memory (USB Drive

Memory) to be used for storing DB Live downloaded data.

Screen.

Selects the language of the Movie Disc Menus (Blu-ray/DVD) seen On-

Screen.

Selects the dialog language heard when the Blu-ray/DVD Disc is played.

Selects the language seen On-Screen when a Blu-ray/DVD Disc is played

and the Subtitle Mode is active.

Setup Mode

MENU ITEM SUB MENU SELECTION OPTION(S) DESCRIPTION

Ratings

Change Password Change Enter a new password The default password is 0000.

Network

Others

BD Rating Level

DVD Rating Level

Country Code

Internet Connection

Information --- --- Displays various network settings.

Connection Test --- --- Tests the connection to the Internet.

DHCP

BD-Live Connection

Proxy

Closed Caption

Angle Mark

PIP Mark

Secondary Audio Mark

DivX Registration --- --- Displays the registration code for this MVP891.

●No Limit

●United States

●Enable

●Auto

●Permitted

●Disable

●Off

Level 0 thru Level 254 No Limit, setting allows anyone to view the Blu-ray Disc. Level 0 thru Level

254, settings allow parents to restrict the viewing of Blu-ray on the basis of age.

Lock All, Level 1-8 No Limit, setting allows anyone to view a DVD Disc. Lock All, blocks the

playback of all DVD Discs. Level 1-8, settings allow parents to restrict the viewing of a DVD Disc on the basis of content.

Various other Countries Select the appropriate Country for applying Parental Control for the Blu-ray

and DVD Discs.

Disable Enable, allows Internet Connection. Disable, does not allow Internet Connec-

tion.

Manual Auto, the DHCP function automatically congures the MVP891 Network

Connection. Manual, allows network settings to be entered manually for

networks not supporting the DHCP function.

Partial Permitted, Prohibited Permitted, all Internet accesses for BD-Live are permitted. Partial Permitted,

Internet accesses from certied BD-Live is permitted. Prohibited, all Internet accesses for BD-Live is prohibited.

Enable Enable, is selected for Proxy Setting, enter the proxy host from the virtual

keyboard and proxy port number from the 0 – 9 press ENTER to register it.

Disable, does not use a proxy server.

On Off, Closed Caption is not displayed. On, Closed Caption is displayed.

On Off, angle mark is not displayed. On, angle mark is displayed.

On Off, PIP (picture-in picture) mark is not displayed. On, PIP mark is displayed.

On Off, Secondary Audio mark is not displayed. On, Secondary Audio mark is

displayed.

MENU ITEM SUB MENU SELECTION OPTION(S) DESCRIPTION

HDMI

TV Aspect

Wallpaper

Progressive Mode

Color Space

Deep Color

3D-Output setting

●16:9 Squeeze Auto

●Picture (McIntosh)

●Auto

●YCbCr

●Auto

Screen Size Setting 46 inch 0-999 inches Sets the correct 3D Video Processing according to the TV/Monitor Screen

WIDE (16:9), 4:3 PS, 4:3 LB 16:9 Squeeze Auto display1 is for both 16:9 and 4:3 ratio TV/Monitor Screen.

With TV/Monitor with a 4:3 screen ratio the image will be display in the

center of the screen. WIDE (16:9) display is for Wide Screen TV/Monitor on ly. 4:3 PS display2 (Pan and Scan) retains the 4:3 aspect ratio for a 4:3 TV/

Monitor, a 16:9 TV/Monitor will display the 4:3 image centered, with vertical Black Bars on either side. 4:3 LB will display 480i source material with black bars on top and bottom of the image.

Black, Gray, Blue Sets the Display background when the Stop Mode is engaged.

Video, Film Auto setting automatically detects the type of the signal (Video or Film based

material) and processes accordingly. Video is a manual setting for playing primarily Video based material. Film is a manual setting for playing primarily lm based material.

RGB Normal, RGB Enhanced The vast majority of TVs will produce the best picture quality using the

default settting of YCbCr. Some Monitors/Projectors such as dual purpose

(video/computer) might produce a better picture (black to white range) using the RGB Normal (16-235) or RGB Enhanced (0-255) setting.

Off Auto, the MVP891 will automatically send the additional color information

when present on a Blu-ray Disc and the connected TV/Monitor supports dis-

playing it. Off, bypass the Deep Color Mode when present.

Off Auto, the MVP891 automatically displays (3D or 2D) incoming signal cor-

rectly3. Off, 2D video output only.

Size.

Setup Mode, con’t

This has no effect on the composite video output.

Depending on the video content, the content may be output in 4:3 LB (Letter Box), even though you set it to 4:3 PS (Pan Scan).

3D image reproduction requires a 3D capable TV/Monitor and the required compatible 3D glasses.

All the equipment between the MVP891 HDMI output and the 3D TV/Monitor HDMI input ,including cables, must be capable of handling the 3D signal.

MENU ITEM SUB MENU SELECTION OPTION(S) DESCRIPTION

Audio

Coaxial

HDMI

Down Sampling

DRC

The MVP891 will send out an audio signal, via the HDMI Connector, based on the capability of the receiving device.

●Bitstream

●48kHz

●Auto

PCM, Off Bitstream, down decodes Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS

Master HD formats to Dolby Digital or DTS signal type for availablity at the Coaxal output. PCM, decodes all types of Dolby Digital and DTS audio signals and sends them out as a 2 channel PCM Digital Signal. Off, switches

off all output from the coaxial jack.

PCM, Off Bitstream, passes the primary sound track original signal type (such as Dolby

True HD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS Master HD) to the HDMI Output1.

PCM, decodes all types of Dolby Digital and DTS audio signals and sends them out as multichannel PCM Digital Signal. Off, switches off all Audio Output from the HDMI Connector. Refer to page 34 for additional information.

96kHz, 192kHz Refer to the Owner’s Manual for the device connected to the MVP891 and

select the setting based on its capability.

On, Off Auto, compresses the Dynamic Range of Dolby encoded Sound Tracks when

the feature is supported on the given disc. On, reduces the dynamic range all the time. Off, switches the dynamic range function.

MENU ITEM SUB MENU SELECTION OPTION(S) DESCRIPTION

Focus

Position

Distance between the Loudspeakers and the Microphone Focus Position

Audio

Speaker Settings

●7.1 Channel

2.1 Channels

3.1 Channels

4.1 Channels

5.1 Channels

6.1 Channels

The MVP891 performs internal decoding of various Dolby and DTS Digital

Signals. The decoded signal is available at the Unbalanced Audio Output

7.1CH Jacks. There are adjustments for Loudspeaker Size, Volume Level and Distance. Select “Test Tone” in the Audio Setting Menu. As each Loudspeaker is highlighted press the SELECT Push-button, use the DIRECTIONAL Push-buttons to select “Size”, “Level” or “Delay” and then make the neces-

sary adjustments following the instructions below.

Note: A tape measure and sound pressure meter will greatly assist in

making the adjustments.

Speaker Configuration:

Select the number of channels (Loudspeakers) in the A/V System. The LARGE Setting refers to the Loudspeaker capability for reproducing bass frequencies down to 35Hz within -3dB of the midrange frequencies. If a Loudspeaker can not reproduce bass frequencies down to 35Hz within -3dB of the midrange frequencies it is considered SMALL.

Note: Contact your Dealer or the manufacture of the Loudspeaker(s)

for additional information.

Channel Level:

A properly setup Home Theater Surround Sound System should have all Loudspeaker Levels adjusted (when available) to the same starting reference volume level before proceeding. The test signal volume levels of each

Loudspeaker in the Listening/Viewing Area, can be determined either by

listening or with a sound pressure meter. The level adjustment range is from 0dB to -10dB.

Setup Mode, con’t

Figure 20

The following Delay Time Adjustments will electronically compensate for

different Loudspeaker distances from the preferred Listening/Viewing Area. Refer to figure 20. The delays can be adjusted from 0 feet (0 meters) to 33.5 feet (10.05 meters) for each Loudspeaker.

Note: Before performing the Delay Time adjustments, the Loudspeaker

Size and Level adjustments need to be performed first.

The MVP891 downmixes the 7.1 (6.1, 5.1, 4.1) sound track to a 2 channel signal and is available at the 2CH Balanced and Unbalanced Audio Outputs.

Distance:

How to Operate the MVP891

Your McIntosh MVP891 has been configured for default operating settings that will allow you to immediately enjoy superb video and high fidelity audio from

a wide variety of discs. If you wish to make changes

to the default settings, a Setup feature is provided to customize the operating settings using On Screen Menus (refer to the Setup instructions in this manual

on page 18). Most operations that can be performed

with the Front Panel Push-buttons can also be performed with the Remote Control.

Notes: 1. Some of the MVP891 operating functions such as

Disc Languages, Video Angle or Menu Language are active only if the function is supported by data encoded on the disc.

2. Some Blu-ray discs support BD Live downloads, providing various forms of additional information for the disc currently in the player. This additional information is stored in memory. The MVP891 has 1GB of internal memory storage, however the BD Live Information is deleted when the MVP891 is switched OFF. An external USB Memory Drive is supplied with the MVP891 and its memory is not deleted when the MVP891 is switched OFF. For additional information refer to page 6.

3. The USB Memory Drive should only be inserted or removed from the Front Panel of the MVP891 when the player is in the Standby Mode (OFF).

4. When the MVP891 is On and has been idle for approximately 5 minutes, the internal circuitry goes into a hibernation state to conserve energy. To bring the MVP891 out of hibernation requires two presses of a function command such as Play, Open/Close, etc.

Power On

The Red LED above the STANDBY/ON switch lights to indicate the MVP891 is connected to AC Power. To Switch ON the MVP891, press the STANDBY/ ON Push-button on the Front Panel or the (Power)

Push-button on the Remote Control. The STANDBY

Red LED will flash during the initialization process.

Refer to figures 30 and 32.

Note: When the MVP891 is switched On, it will take

from 20 to 30 seconds for initialization of the internal circuitry to take place before the player is ready to begin operation.

Disc or USB Memory Drive Selection

The MVP891 plays Optical Discs and USB Memory

Drives. One can select between the two sources by

pressing the SOURCE Push-button once. Press the SOURCE Push-button a second time to return to disc

playback. The chart below illustrates the various Front Panel Information Display indications:

Playback Media Display Indication

Blu-ray Disc BDMV

DVD Disc Video

DVD-Audio Disc Audio

SACD Disc SACD

CD Disc CD

USB Drive 00001

Note: Depending on how a given disc has been mastered,

the MVP891 Front Panel Display may indicate something different.

How to Load a BD, DVD, SACD or CD Disc

1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE Push-button. The disc

tray will slide out allowing a disc to be loaded. Refer to figures 30 and 32.

Note: When the player is in Standby Mode, the

MVP891 Power will automatically SwitchOn when the OPEN/CLOSE Push-button is pressed.

2. Press the OPEN/CLOSE Push-button and the disc tray will close. The Front Panel Information Display will indicate “LOADING”. Refer to figure 31. If the tray contains a Blu-ray, DVD disc or DVD-Au-

Fig u re 31

dio, it will start to play without pressing the PLAY

Push-button. When the tray contains a SACD or

CD Disc, the Front Panel Information Display will indicate the disc type. Press the PLAY Push-button for playback of a SACD or CD disc.

Note: Do to the increase in Video/Audio resolution

of a Blu-ray Disc, it will take slightly longer to

Figu re 30

How to Operate the MVP891

read the increase in disc data before playback will occur.

How to Play a BD or DVD Disc

With a disc already loaded into the MVP891, press the  (Play) Push-button on the Front Panel of the MVP891 or the Remote Control. Refer to figures 30

and 32.

Notes: 1. When a Blu-ray, DVD Video or Audio Disc

is first started, the Disc’s On-Screen Menu will usually appear allowing for the choice of selections and various Audio/Video Playback Parameters.

2. When the MVP891 is connected to a HDTV not compatible with Blu-ray 3D Discs, an error message will appear On-Screen.

How to Play a SACD Disc

With a disc already loaded into the MVP891, press the  (Play) Push-button on the Front Panel of the MVP891 or Remote Control. The Disc will start playing the first selection of the SACD Layer; this could be either the Multichannel or 2-Channel Tracks depending on the disc contents. By pressing the DISC LAYER Push-button once, the Front Panel Informa-

tion Display will momentarily display the current layer playing.

To change from the Multichannel Layer to the

SACD 2-Channel while the disc is playing, press the

DISC LAYER Push-button once to display the current layer “MULTI” and then press the DISC LAYER

Push-button a second time to select the “STEREO”

Layer.

To change from the Multichannel or Stereo Layer to the CD Layer (or back again), first stop the disc from playing. Press the OPEN/CLOSE Push-button to open the tray and then press the DISC LAYER push-

button to select the CD Layer (or Multi Layer/Stereo Layer). Press the PLAY Push-button, after the disc tray closes the MVP891 will read the selected layer

and the disc starts to play. Refer to figures 30, 32 and

33.

Note: The next SACD disc played will default to the

SACD Multichannel layer or the SACD Stereo layer if a Multichannel layer is not present on the disc.

How to Play a CD Disc

With a disc already loaded into the MVP891, press the  (Play) Push-button on the Front Panel of the MVP891 or Remote Control. Refer to figures 30 and

32.

How to Pause a Disc

This feature allows the temporary stopping of disc

playback. Refer to figures 30, 32 and 33.

1. When playing a Disc, press the ; (Pause) Push- button to temporarily stop playback.

Note: After the Pause Feature is activated, with a

DVD-Video Disc in the MVP891, each additional press of the ; (Pause) Push-button

will permit the video to advance one frame at a time.

2. Press the  (Play) Push-button to cancel pause and resume playing the disc.

DVD-Video Rapid Frame Advance

The MVP891 allows for rapid scanning of Blu-ray and DVD Video Frames both forward or backward direc-

tions at different speeds.

1. When a disc is playing, press the ; (Pause) Push-button to stop

playback.

2. Press the8 (Fast For-

ward) or7 (Reverse)

Push-button to activate the Rapid Frame Advance.

Note: If the Fast Forward

or Reverse Push-button is pressed several times, the speed of the Frame Advance will increase. An On-Screen Icon will appear during the Rapid Frame Advance Mode indicating the advanced speed.

3. To cancel the Rapid Frame Advance Feature press the

 (Play) Push-button.

Back Track/Chapter

Return back to the beginning of the Track/Chapter currently

playing by momentarily pressing the 9 (Back) Push-button

on the MVP891. Repeated

momentary presses of the

9 (Back) Push-button will

allow for rapid selection of

the desired previous Tracks/

Chapters.

Figure 33

HOME

Figure 32

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Next Track/Chapter

For each momentary press of the : (Next) Push- button the MVP891 will advance to the next Track/

Chapter. Repeated momentary presses of the : (Next) Push-button will allow for rapid selection of the de-

sired Track/Chapter.

Fast Forward or Reverse

Press and release the8 (Fast Forward) or7 (Reverse) Push-button to search back and forth rapidly through a Track/Chapter on a disc at 2 times normal speed. An On-Screen Icon will appear on the screen and the audio will be muted. If the8 (Fast Forward) or7 (Reverse) Push-button is pressed and released sev-

eral times, the speed will increase to a maximum of

7 times normal speed. To return to normal playback press the  (Play) Push-button.

Stop Mode

Press the < (Stop) Push-button once to stop disc play- back, known as Resume Stop. Press (Play) and the

disc will start playing again from the disc time where Stop was pressed. Press < (Stop) twice for a complete stop and return to the beginning of a disc.

Notes: 1. Depending on how a Blu-ray disc has been

mastered, pressing the <STOP Push-button once, followed by the PLAY Push-button, will return playback to the beginning of the disc (previews, disc setup, etc.) instead of resuming

playback of the feature. Instead, use ;PAUSE followed by PLAY to stop the movie for a

short time.

2. With a DVD Disc, information from the disc will be muted during the Stop Mode, but will

resume when the  (Play) Push-button is pressed and playback starts.

On Screen Icon Display

There are On-Screen Icons available to indicate the

current audio transport operating conditions and the

Audio/Video Status. These On-Screen Icons are accessible by pressing the DISP/TIME Push-button on

the supplied Remote Control. Refer to figure 38.

Figu re 38

The top row of icons from left to right ---

Transport Mode, Disc Type and format,

Titles/Group (current/total), Chapter/Track (current/total), Time (Title, Chapter, Group or Track) (current/total).

The bottom row icons from left to right ---

Number of Audio Choices, Language,

Digital Audio Format Type, Number of

Channels, Video Format and Resolution.

Once the On-Screen Icons appear, changes to items such as the Track currently Playing, the Chapter Playing, the Group Playing, the Time Indication of the

disc or the Audio Mode, etc. may be accomplished. To change from Elapsed Time to Remaining Time use the DIRECTIONAL Push-buttons on the Remote Control. Additionally, the time indicated can be for Title,

Chapter, Group or Track depending on the type of disc

being played.

By repeated presses of the AUDIO Push-button,

selection of the available Digital Audio Formats and/or

Languages for the disc playing can be changed.

Video Disc Chapter Selection

Press the DISP/TIME Push-button to activate the On-

Screen icon Display. Refer to figure 38. Then press the SEARCH Push-button and use the Right or Left Directional Push-buttons to highlight the current

chapter number. Press the SELECT Push-button and

use the Up or Down Directional Push-buttons or the Numeric Push-buttons to select the desired Chap-

ter number. Then press the SELECT Push-button.

DVD-Audio Direct Track Selection

The MVP891 Front Panel Display indicates the Disc Track currently playing. Use the Remote Control NUMERIC Push-button(s) to enter the desired Track

Number.

Note: The desired Disc Track may also be selected by

using the same method outlined in the previous “Video Disc Chapter Selection”.

DVD-Audio Group/Track Selection

In a similar manner to “Video Disc Chapter Selection” and “DVD-Audio Direct Track Selection”, select either the desired Group or Track.

SACD and CD Direct Track Selection

In a similar manner to “Video Disc Chapter Selection” and “DVD-Audio Direct Group/Track Selection”, select the desired Track.

Marker Search

The MVP891 allows for returning to twelve different

locations on a given video disc. Perform the following

steps to establish markers:

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1. Start playback of the disc.

2. Press the SEARCH Push-button twice. Refer to fig u re 39.

Figu re 39

3. When the first desired marker location is reached press the SELECT Push-button.

4. As the second desired marker location is reached press the SELECT Push-button agian.

5. There are up to twelve possible marker locations

available.

6. To return to a specific marker location use the Right or Left Directional Push-buttons to highlight the desired marker and then press the SELECT Push-button.

Note: When the disc is removed and/or the

MVP891 is placed in the standby mode, the Marker Locations are deleted from memory.

Repeat Mode

This allows repeating a BD/DVD Chapter, Track or the Title (the entire disc) on a continuous basis. Refer

to figure 39.

1. Start playing the disc or the part of the disc you desire to have repeated.

2. Repeated presses of the REPEAT Push-button allows selection of the repeat mode available depending on the type of the disc and how it was mastered. Refer to figure 40 and the On-Screen

TV/Monitor.

3. To cancel the previously selected Repeat Mode, press the REPEAT Push-button until the Front

Panel Information Display and/or the On-Screen TV/Monitor Display Repeat Symbol is extinguished. Information Display on page 17.

A-B Repeat

This feature works in a similar manner to Repeat

Mode except it allows the repeating of a specific disc segment on a continuous basis. Refer to figure 39.

1. Start playing the part of the disc you desire to have repeated.

2. Press the A-B Push-button once to enter A (start-

ing point) and press the same push-button again to enter B (ending point).

3. To cancel A-B REPEAT function press the A-B Push-button once again.

Random Playback

This feature allows for listening to Tracks of a SACD or CD Disc in a Random Order. It also allows for the playback of Tracks in a Group on a DVD-Audio Disc

in random order. Refer to figure 40.

1. Press the  (Play) Push-button to start Playback

of the disc. Then press the RANDOM Push-but-

ton to activate random playback of the disc tracks.

2. To cancel the Random Playback press the RAN-

DOM Push-button.

SACD and CD Disc Program Playback Mode

This feature allows for the playback of Tracks of

SACD and CD Discs in the desired order.

Note: Programing track selection is performed using

the TV/Monitor On-Screen Display.

1. With the desired disc in the MVP891, press the

PL AY Push-button to start playback.

2. Press the PGM (Program) Push-button to access the

On-Screen Program Mode.

3. For the first Program Track press the SELECT

Push-button. Refer to figure 41.

Program

CD Track Total:

Track:

--------

Figu re 40

4. Using the

Play

CLEAR

Figure 41

Clear

Up or Down Directional Push-

RETURN

Stop

buttons select the desired Track. Then press the SELECT Push-button to store the Track and to

advance to Program step 2.

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Note: The MVP891 automatically stores into memory

each of the program steps as they are entered.

5. In a similar manner, enter the remaining desired Tra cks.

Note: The CLEAR Push-button may be used to delete

a selected Program Step.

6. To start playback of the just entered program press

the PLAY Push-button.

Note: To momentarily stop playback press either the

Pause; Push-button or the STOP< Push- button once. To resume Program Playback press the PLAY Push-button.

7. To cancel the Program Playback Mode press the

STOP< Push-button twice.

Search Mode

Depending on the type of disc playing back, the Search

Function allows for rapid selection of a location on the disc. Refer to the chart below for disc type and search functions available:

Disc Type

Mode

Chapter

Title

Track

Group

Time

Marker

BD, DVD-V, DVD

●

● ● ●

● ●

DVD-A SACD, CD MP3, WMA,

- - -

LPCM, JPEG,

AAC

● ● ●

●

- -

To begin search on a disc press the SEARCH Pushbutton on the Remote Control then select the desired Search Mode from the choices appearing on the screen

for the type of disc in the MVP891. Use the DIRECTIONAL and SELECT Push-buttons to enter the

desired Search method.

Media Player

The MVP891 has the ability of playing back special

types of file formats created primarily on a computer.

The ability to successfully playback these files using the MVP891 Media Player is dependent upon using

the correct hardware and software. Please refer to

the maker of the computer and software publisher to

insure proper results.

Notes: 1. The MP3/WMA Audio File Formats use a

technique of lossy compression applied to the original audio information, resulting in lower audio quality with a smaller file size. A special version of WMA allows for lossless version of the original audio information.

2. The JPEG Photo File Format is used by a majority of Digital Photo Cameras on the market and the Photos are easily viewed on a variety of consumer products. Some of the Kodak1 Picture CDs and Fujifilm2 Fujicolor2 CDs may also playback on the MVP891.

There are three ways to activate the MVP891 Media

Player, insert a CD Disc with data files, select the USB Memory Drive using the Front Panel SOURCE Push-button or press the HOME/PAGE (–) Push-button and select Media Player. Refer to figure 42.

Item 1/3

USB1

DLNA Search

Playlist

Figu re 42

“Kodak” is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company.

“Fujifilm” and “Fujicolor” are trademarks of the Fuji Company.

Media Player

Type:USB Size:120.627M FS:FAT16

POPUP

Edit Menu

RETURN

Exit

To play a music track located on the USB Memory Drive inserted into the MVP891, perform the follow-

ing steps:

1. Using the Right or Left / Up or Down di-

rectional Push-buttons, highlight the USB1 Drive

and then press the SELECT Push-button. Refer to

figure 42.

Item 1/4

USB1

Photo

Music

Video

Figure 43

Media Player

Type:Folder

POPUP

RETURN

Edit Menu Exit

2. Use the Directional Push-buttons to highlight the

“MUSIC” then press the SELECT Push-button.

Refer to figure 43.

Item 3/5

USB 1

1-01 blind_willie

1-02 wayfaring_stranger

1-03 what_other_child

Figu re 44

Media Player

Type:Folder

POPUP

RETURN

Edit Menu Exit

3. Highlight the desired Track and press the SELECT Push-button to start playback. Refer to figure 44.

4. Once playback has started, the basic transport functions such as Next, Back, Fast-Forward, Re-

How to Operate the MVP891, con’t

verse, Stop, Pause, and Play may be used to access

the other tracks located in the folder.

Note: The viewing of photos and videos are also

performed in a similar manner using the above steps.

YouTube

YouTube is a video file-sharing service operated and

managed by YouTube Inc. YouTube and the YouTube logo are the registered trademarks of Google Inc.

The content provided by YouTube is independently

managed by YouTube, LLC. The content may include

information that may be deemed inappropriate.

The MVP891 must be connected to a working Internet Connection in order to watch YouTube. For seamless playback of YouTube Video Content, the MVP891 Internet Connection needs an effective speed greater than 6 MBps for HD Video Content, and greater than 2 MBps for SD Video Content.

Use a Broadband Internet Connection such as Fiber Optics, ADSL, or CATV. The video content may

not be displayed correctly, and/or may not be played seamlessly depending upon the usage environment, communication environment, the connection status of the line or on the traffic status of the line. YouTube doesn’t support a proxy connection.

If you have any inquiries about YouTube, contact

YouTube through the official homepage http://www. youtube.com. To view YouTube on the MVP891 perform the following:

1. Press the HOME/PAGE (–) Push-button on the

Remote Control to access the Home Menu.

2. Use the DIRECTIONAL Push-buttons to highlight the YouTube Logo.

3. Press the SELECT Push-button.

4. Following the On-Screen Instructions and make

selections using the Directional and Select Pushbuttons.

5. Press the HOME/PAGE (–) Push-button to return

to the Home Menu.

DIVX+

The MVP891 allows viewing of DivX® Video-OnDemand (VOD) encoded movies/videos via discs or

a USB Memory Drive. A computer is required to one

time register the MVP891, to download DivX® en-

coded movie files, and download software to transfer home videos into the DivX® file format.

The MVP891 is a DivX Certified® device and

must be registered in order to play purchased DivX

Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. Refer to page 22

“DivX Registration” to obtain the registration code

for this MVP891. It is to be entered during the DivX®

registration process. Using an Internet Web Browser on a computer go to: http://vod.divx.com.

Notes: 1. Registration is not needed to play free DivX®

movies or videos you create.

2. Registration is required to purchase or rent DivX® movies.

3. A DivX® file recorded with a registration code different from the registration code of this MVP891 cannot be played back.

After this MVP891 is registered and the appropriate DivX® software programs have been installed on the computer, the process of downloading DivX® movies and encoding of home videos can begin. The result i ng DivX® files can burned to a disc and/or copied

to USB Memory Drive for playback on the MVP891.

When purchasing or renting a DivX® file through the official site of DivX® Video-On-Demand (VOD) services, the MVP891 registration code will be required.

Note: Some DivX® VOD files are restricted to a

certain number of playable times. If your DivX® VOD file has such a limit, the number of playable times is displayed on the DivX® VOD display screen.

When a disc or USB Memory Drive containing a

DivX

file is inserted into the MVP891, the built-in

Media Player will start. Refer to figure 43. Use the

DIRECTIONAL and SELECT Push-buttons to Select the VIDEO Folder and then the desired file to play.

Reset the Microprocessor

Reset of Microprocessors

In the unlikely event the controls of the MVP891 stop

functioning, the microprocessors can be reset by performing one of the three methods listed below:

Method One - Reset and retain user settings.

With the MVP891 in Standby Mode, press

and hold in the Front Panel HDMI RES and

PAUSE Push-buttons. Release both Push-but-

tons when the LED above the STANDBY/ON

Push-button is extinguished. Method Two - Reset and return to default settings.

With the MVP891 in Stop Mode, press and

hold in the Front Panel DISC LAYER and

STOP Push-buttons. Release both Push-but-

tons when “Initialized” is indicated the Front

Panel Information Display.

Method Three

Remove AC Power from the MVP891 for at

least 15 seconds, then reapply AC Power to the

MVP891.

MVP891 Audio/Video Settings and Adjustments

HDMI Mode

The HDMI MODE setting allows the MVP891 Digital Video Output to match the way most movies are shot, namely at 24 frames per second. Not all TV/Moni-

tors are capable of reproducing the video signal at 24

fames per second. Check the TV/Monitors documentation (or contact your dealer) to determine the process-

ing capabilities.

The MVP891 default HDMI MODE setting is “24p

OFF”. To activate 24 frames per second output, press

the HDMI Push-button until the Front Panel Display

inidcates “24p ON”. Refer to figure 50 and 53.

HDMI Resolution

The HDMI RES (Resolution) allows matching the MVP891 Digital Video Output to the requirements of the TV/Monitor connected to it. The HDMI RES Push-button switches between the various HDMI set-

tings. Refer to the following chart along with figures 50 and 53.

Figu re 50

HDMI RES Video Signal Resolution

Auto (default) Matches the native resolution of the TV/Moni-

tor

Source Direct Resolution determined by Video Disc or SD

Card

480/576i Resolution output is xed at 480/576i

480/576P Resolution output is xed at 480/576P

720P Resolution output is xed at 720P

1080i Resolution output is xed at 1080i

1080P Resolution output is xed at 1080P

1080P24

When the HDMI Res is set to 1080P at 24 frames per second, video material not recorded at 24 f rames may not appear proper when there

is movement in the picture.

Resolution output is xed at 1080P24

Video Adjustments

A MVP891 option allows the adjustment of various video parameters, similar to the adjustments on a TV/

Monitor. These custom adjustments can be stored into one of five memory locations. To enter custom settings perform the following steps:

1. Press the PIC ADJ (Picture Adjustment) Push-

button on the Remote Control. Refer to figure 51.

Fig u r e 51

2 Use the Up or Down Directional Push-buttons

to select Memory 1 Location, followed by pressing the SELECT Push-button to access the Memory 1

Picture Adjust 1 Settings.

3. Use the DIRECTIONAL Push-button to make the

various possible changes.

4. To exit the Memory 1 Video Adjustment press the PIC ADJ Push-button.

Note: Any video adjustments just made will auto-

matically be stored in the Memory 1 Settings.

There are fourteen different video adjustments possible for each of the five memory locations. Refer to the following chart for additional information:

Video

Adjustment

3DNR

BNR

Description

Dynamically reduces the noises in the entire picture

Reduces the block noise generated by digital processing.

Adjustment

Range

0 - +3

MVP891 Video/Audio Settings and Adjustments

Video

Adjustment

Description

Adjustment

Range

Reduces the noise around the

MNR

outline of an object generated

0 - +3

by digital processing

Adjusts the differences between

Contrast

the light and dark parts of the

-6 to +6

image

Brightness

Enhancer

Adjusts the overall brightness of the image

Adjusts the ne detail in the

image

0 to +12

0 to +11

Adjusts the intensity of a specif ic gray scale value up or

Gamma

Correction

Sharpness

Hue (color tone)

Chroma Level

Setup Level

White Level

Black Level

H. Position

V. Position

No change available at the VIDEO OUT Jack.

Effects a 480i signal only and is available at the VIDEO OUT and

down.

Note: Should only be perfor med

by professionals with necessar y test discs and video measurement equipment.

Adjusts the sharpness in the medium detail of the image

Adjusts the facial tones toward red or green

Adjusts the intensity of the color in the image

Adjusts the intensity of the

image parts at or very close to

black

Adjusts the intensity of the brightest parts of the image

Adjusts the intensity of the

darkest parts of the image

Adjusts the centering of the image on the screen Horizontally

Adjusts the centering of the im-

age on the screen Vertically

-4 to +4

-6 to +6

0 IRE or

7.5 IRE (default)

-5 to +5

-7 to +7

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Jacks.

HOME

Figure 53

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Audio and Video Settings

The MVP891 has various Audio and Video Settings

affecting such things as BD Digital Audio Processing;

Secondary Video/Audio/Subtitle/Subtitle Style for BD Discs mastered with additional features; Audio/Video

Sync settings.

To access these settings while playing back a BD Disc,

press the MODE Push-button on the Remote Control.

Then use the DIRECTIONAL Push-buttons to view status and make changes.

Setting Name Setting Description Refer to

HD Audio Output - Select this setting when viewing and listening to the primary information (e.g. the movie) on a Blu-ray Disc. This setting

ensures the Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master, etc. Sound Track on the disc is sent, via the HDMI Connection, to the external

BD Audio Mode

(Digital Audio Output)

Secondary Video

(Picture-in-Picture)

Secondary Audio

(In-Picture Audio)

Secondary Subtitle

(In-Picture Subtitle)

Subtitle Style

Audio/Video Sync

Mix Audio Output - Select this setting when viewing and listening to the secondary information (e.g. Picture-in-Picture) on a Blu-ray Disc. This

Secondary Video, also known as Picture-in Picture, when available on a Blu-ray Disc (“Bonus View” and “BD Live”) is displayed by the MVP891. The Secondary Video Control allows for selection, when available, from the multiple views that may be available on a given disc. The

choices are as follows:

OFF - Switches OFF the Picture-in Picture.

1/X - Displays the rst available In-Picture Video. 2/X - Displays the second In-Picture Video. X/X - Displays the third, fourth, etc. available In-Picture Video.

Secondary Audio, from the Picture-in Picture, when available on a Blu-ray Disc (“Bonus View” and “BD Live”) is outputted by the MVP891.

The Secondary Audio Control allows for selection, when available, from the multiple Audio Choices that may be available on a given disc. The choices are as follows:

OFF - Switches OFF the Secondary Audio.

1/X - Selects the rst available (In-Picture) Audio. 2/X - Selects the second available (In-Picture) Audio. X/X - Displays the third, fourth, etc. available (In-Picture) Audio.

BD Discs with Picture-in-Picture may contain multiple Subtitles to choose from. The choices are as follows:

OFF - Switches OFF the Secondary Subtitle.

1/X - Selects the rst available (In-Picture) Subtitle. 2/X - Selects the second available (In-Picture) Subtitle. X/X - Displays the third, fourth, etc. available (In-Picture) Subtitle.

Selects from the available Subtitle Styles when Picture-in-Picture is available on the Blu-ray Disc. Figure 58

There could be a noticeable difference in time between the picture and sound due to the difference in the Video and Audio Processing time and the type of Video Output Connection used. The choices are:

HDMI / Component Video Output Connections or Composite Video Connection

Audio/Video Control Center for decoding.

will assure hearing both the Movie Sound Track and the audio from the secondary (Picture-In-Picture). The Digital Audio of this combination (Mix Audio) leaves the MVP891 in a multichannel PCM Encoded Format via the HDMI Connection.

Figure 54

Figure 55

Figure 56

Figure 57

Figure 59

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Figu re 54

Fig ure 55

Figu re 56

Figure 57

Figu re 58

Figu re 59

Firmware Update

Purpose:

To Update the MVP891 Firmware.

Requirements:

1. A functioning MVP891 Audio/Video Player.

2. An Ethernet Connection between the MVP891

ETHERNET RJ45 connector (using a CAT5 or

CAT6 cable) to a Computer Network with router providing Broadband Internet Access or directly to a High Speed Modem with Broadband Internet

Access. Refer to page 12 for additional connection information.

3. Internet access supporting DHCP protocol, check with your Internet Service Provider.

Note: If your Internet Connection does not support

the DHCP protocol proceed to “Network Setup Settings” before starting the Update Process. Refer to pages 18, 19 and 22.

4. An active Video Connection betweeen MVP891 and a TV/Monitor.

5. An active AC Outlet.

Preparing for the Update Process:

With power Off to the MVP891, connect the ETHERNET connector to the computer network/modem.

Note: Some Routers/Modems might require to

be reset after connection is made to the MVP891.

Perform the following steps:

1. Switch power On to the MVP891.

2. Remove any Disc or USB Memory Drive from the

MVP891.

3. The Front Panel Information Display should indicate “NO DISC” at this time. If the display indi-

cates “00001” then press the Front Panel SOURCE Push-button once and then wait until the display

indicates “NO DISC” before proceeding.

Before starting the Update Process:

Before proceeding with the MVP891 Firmware Update, please keep in mind the following:

1. The Update process will erase the current firm-

ware inside the MVP891.

2. The MVP891 will not function until a successful

Firmware Update is accomplished.

3. The Firmware Update Process will take on average 10 minutes and it could take upwards of 30

minutes or more depending on the speed of the

Internet Connection.

4. DO NOT remove AC Power from the MVP891 during the Update Process.

5. DO NOT attempt to stop the Update Process once it has started.

6. DO NOT operate the MVP891 until the Update

Process is complete (the Front Panel Information Display will indicate “NO DISC”).

Update Process:

1. Press the SETUP Push-button on the Remote

Control. The Front Panel Information Display will indicate “SETUP” and the TV/Monitor will now display the Setup Graphics. Refer to figure

70.

System

Language

Ratings

Network

Others

Select

General Setting

ENTER

Confirm

Figu re 70

SETUP

Exit

2. Using the DIRECTIONAL Push-buttons first select “System”, then “Firmware Update” followed

by “Check for Update”. Refer to figures 71 and 72.

General Setting

System

Language

Ratings

Network

Others

Select

HDMI Control

HDMI Power Off...

Initialize

Firmware Update

Update Notification

ENTER

Confirm

Figure 71

General Setting

System

Language

Ratings

Network

Others

Select

HDMI Control

HDMI Power Off...

Initialize

Firmware Update

Update Notification

ENTER

Confirm

Figu re 72

Note: If figure 73 appears On-Screen the MVP891

was unable to establish a connection with the Internet, try resetting the Routers/Modem and then try again.

Firmware Update

Network problem make sure that the connection and network settings are correct.

RETURN

Cancel

Figu re 73

Check for U...

SETUP

Exit

Check for Update

SETUP

Exit

Firmware Update

3. Press the SELECT Push-button. Refer to

figure 74.

Firmware Update

Please Wait...

Fig u re 74

4. If figure 75 appears On-Screen the MVP891

aready has latest Firmware and no update is nec-

essary at this time. If there is a firmware update available press the SELECT Push-button to begin

the update process. Refer to figure 76.

Firmware Update

Result Update firmware is not available. Firmware is up to date.

5. When the Update Firmware Process is complete

figure 77 will appear On-Screen. The MVP891 will automatically reboot or Press the SELECT Push-button to reboot the MVP891 now.

Firmware Update

Update is completed successfully. Reboot now.

ENTER

Reboot

Figu re 77

The Update Process is complete when the Front Panel

Information Display indicates “NO DISC”. Resume

normal operations at this time.

RETURN

Cancel

Fig u re 75

Firmware Update

Execute update. Do not turn power off until update is finished. 1/1 Updating BE 0% Remain Time 1minutes.

Figure 76

Number of Channels

2 and 7.1

Output Level

4.0Vrms Balanced (2 channel Output)

2.0Vrms Unbalanced (2 channel Output and

7.1 Channels)

Output Impedance

600 ohms Balanced (2 channel Output)

600 ohms Unbalanced (2 channel Output and

7.1 Channels)

Audio Frequency Response (Blu-ray, DVD)

4Hz to 22,000Hz (48kHz Sampling, Linear Audio) 4Hz to 44,000Hz (96kHz Sampling, Linear Audio) 4Hz to 88,000Hz (192kHz Sampling, Linear Audio)

SACD Frequency Response

4Hz to 40,000Hz

CD Frequency Response

4Hz to 20,000Hz

Signal to Noise Ratio

115d B

Dynamic Range

110 d B

Video SpecicationsAudio Specications

Signal System

NTSC/PAL Region Code A, 1

Component Video Output Level

Y Output Level 1.0Vp-p (75 OHM)

PB/CB Output Level 0.648Vp-p (75 OHM) PR/CR Output Level 0.648Vp-p (75 OHM)

Composite Video Output Level

1Vp-p (75 OHM)

General Specications

HDMI Output

Supports 3D, Deep Color, x.v. Color, and CEC

Digital Output

Coaxial: 0.5V p-p/75 ohm

Digital Signal Format

Sampling Frequencies: 44.1kHz, 48.0kHz, 96.0kHz and 192.0kHz

Transport

Laser Beam Wavelength: 630nm/810nm Laser Power: CLASS I

Specications

Power Requirements

Field AC Voltage conversion of the MVP891 is not possible. The MVP891 is factory configured for one of the following AC Voltages:

100 Volts, 50/60Hz at 50 watts 110 Volts, 50/60Hz at 50 watts 120 Volts, 50/60Hz at 50 watts 220 Volts, 50/60Hz at 50 watts 230 Volts, 50/60Hz at 50 watts 240 Volts, 50/60Hz at 50 watts

Standby: less than 0.5 watt

Note: Refer to the rear panel of the MVP891 for the cor-

rect voltage.

Overall Dimensions

Width is 17-1/2 inches (44.5cm) Height is 6 inches (15.2cm) Depth is 16 inches (40.6cm) including connections

Note: When the Disc Tray is opened, the panel clearance

required in front of mounting panel is 6-3/4 inches (17. 2 c m).

Weight

24 pounds (10.9Kg) net, 40.4 pounds (18.3Kg) in shipping carton

Shipping Carton Dimensions

Width is 26-1/2 inches (67.3cm) Depth is 24-1/4 inches (62.2cm) Height is 11-3/4 inches (29.9cm)

Harmonic Distortion

0.002%

Channel Separation

Better than 110dB (1,000Hz)

Packing Instructions

In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as

shown below. It is very important that the four plas- tic feet are attached to the bottom of the equipment. This will ensure the proper equipment location on the bottom pad. Failure to do this will result in shipping damage. Use the original shipping carton and interior parts

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.

Packing Instructions

Quantity Part Number Description 1 033838 Shipping carton only 4 033837 End cap

1 033836 Inside carton only

1 033725 Top pad 1 034301 Bottom pad 2 034446 Foam plug

4 017937 Plastic foot 4 400159 #10-32 x 3/4” screw 4 404080 #10 Flat washer

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