McIntosh XLS320, XLS340, XLS360, XCS350 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 FAX: 607-724-0549
WARNING - TO REDUCE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
INSTRUCTIONS!
PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE
OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
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.
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. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. This apparatus 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.
9. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, 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.
13. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the equipment.
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Thank Y ou
Table of Contents
Your decision to own a McIntosh Loudspeaker System 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:
T echnical 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: 607-723-1545 Fax: 607-772-3308
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:
Safety Instructions ............................................................ 2
Thank You and Please Take a Moment............................. 3
Technical Assistance and Customer Service .................... 3
Table of Contents.............................................................. 3
Important Information ...................................................... 4
Introduction ...................................................................... 4
Performance Features ....................................................... 5
Dimensions:
XLS320........................................................................... 6
XLS340........................................................................... 7
XLS360........................................................................... 8
XCS350 .......................................................................... 9
Installation:
Installation Overview ................................................... 10
Unpacking the XLS320 ................................................ 10
Unpacking the XLS340 ................................................ 10
Unpacking the XLS360 ................................................ 11
Unpacking the XCS350 ................................................ 12
Wall Mounting the XLS320.......................................... 13
Wall Mounting the XLS340.......................................... 14
Wall Mounting the XCS350 ......................................... 16
Locating the Loudspeaker ............................................ 18
Tweeter Array Optimization ......................................... 19
Connections:
Connecting the XLS320 (default setting)..................... 20
Connecting the XLS320 (optional setting)................... 21
Connecting the XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350
(with one amplifier) .................................................... 22
Connecting the XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350
(with two amplifiers) .................................................. 23
Specifications:
XLS320......................................................................... 24
XLS340......................................................................... 24
XLS360......................................................................... 25
XCS350 ........................................................................ 25
Packing Instructions:
XLS320......................................................................... 26
XLS340......................................................................... 26
XLS360......................................................................... 27
XCS350 ........................................................................ 27
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903 Phone: 607-723-3515 Fax: 607-723-1917
Copyright 2005 © by McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
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Caution: The XLS360 Loudspeaker weight is 107 pounds
(48.5kg) net. It requires two or more persons to handle safely.
1. Loudspeaker Cables of adequate size are important to ensure
that there will be no significant power loss or heating. Cable size is specified in Gauge numbers or AWG (American Wire Gauge). The smaller the Gauge number, the larger the wire size:
If the Loudspeaker Cables are 25 feet (7.62m) or less, use at least 16 Gauge (AWG) wire size or larger. If the Loudspeaker Cables are 50 feet (15.24m) or less, use at least 14 Gauge (AWG) wire size or larger. If the Loudspeaker Cables are 100 feet (30.48m) or less, use at least 12 Gauge (AWG) wire size or larger. The Loudspeaker Connection Terminals can accept up to 12 Gauge (AWG) wire.
2. For additional connection information, refer to the owner’s
manual(s) for any component(s) connected to the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 or XCS350 Loudspeaker.
3. The XLS and XCS Loudspeaker Systems have built-in
automatic resetting solid-state devices in the crossover networks for protection. The protection allows a certain amount of overdrive, however extended periods of overdrive will trigger protection. If an obvious lack of high, mid or low frequencies is noticed, the Protection Device may have activated. These devices will automatically reset when the volume level is reduced significantly and kept low until the output of the affected Loudspeaker Element returns to normal.
4. When the XLS340, XLS360 or XCS350 Loudspeaker Systems
are driven by more than one amplifier, the output levels of the different amplifiers connected to the Loudspeaker System must be adjusted to achieve a proper balance between the low, midrange/high frequencies reproduced. This adjustment is best achieved through the use of audio test equipment operated by a qualified installer.
IntroductionImportant Information
The McIntosh XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker Systems are designed for Home Theater and Music Reproduction. Many of today’s Loudspeakers are designed only for Home Theater applications, not so with these Loudspeaker Systems. They are also designed for the accurate reproduction of music.
Motion picture sound effects, explosions, screams, and vehicle crashes require a wide dynamic range and high sound levels. These sounds are such that a speaker system having moderate distortion would reproduce them with little audible difference. This is not true with the reproduc­tion of music. Music is by nature and definition harmoni­ous. To reproduce it accurately, all forms of distortion, both harmonic and intermodulation, must be kept to a minimum. This has been the result of the design of the new McIntosh XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker Systems. Each loudspeaker element and crossover compo­nent has been carefully designed for low distortion, dura­bility and efficiency. The McIntosh XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker System will reproduce music accurately and function as an excellent Home The­ater Loudspeaker.
The XLS320 is a two-way system with a 6-1/2 inch LD/
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woofer/midrange driver and five 1 inch dome tweeters
HP in a Bessel Function Array. The XLS340 is a three-way system consisting of two 8 inch LD/HP woofers, one 6-1/2 inch LD/HP midrange driver and five 1 inch dome tweeters in a Bessel Function Array. The XLS360 is also a three­way system with two 10 inch LD/HP woofers, one 6-1/2 inch LD/HP midrange driver and five 1 inch dome tweeters in a Bessel Function Array. The XCS350 Center Channel Loudspeaker utilizes two 8 inch LD/HP woofers, one 6-1/2 inch LD/HP midrange driver and five 1 inch dome tweeters in a Bessel Function Array.
The XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loud­speaker performance is designed to complement the capa­bilities of McIntosh’s legendary line of Preamplifiers/Con­trol Centers, Signal Sources Devices and Power Amplifi­ers, without imparting distortion or coloration.
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LD/HP Pat. No. 5,151,943
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Important Information, Connector Information, Introduction and Performance Features
Performance Features
Patented LD/HP Technology
The McIntosh Low Frequency and Midrange Loudspeaker Elements feature the patented LD/HP motor structure. This design, when compared to conventional Loudspeaker Elements, reduces distortion significantly. It also increases power handling and efficiency.
Five Tweeter Bessel Function Array
The XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 utilizes five tweeters connected to produce a Bessel Function Array. The individual tweeter amplitudes and phase relationships are adjusted so the array acts as a high frequency point source. One advantage of such an arrangement is a very smooth and even acoustic polar response. This allows the listener to move off axis without suffering a change in high frequency output. The use of multiple tweeters, combined with a mechanical heat sink, also provides greatly increased power handling at high frequencies.
Mirror Image Phasing High Frequency Array
The five tweeter Bessel Function Array utilizes a unique circuit design permitting the optimization of high frequency dispersion for Mirror Imaging. This allows for Loudspeaker placement in a room as the Left Channel, Center Channel or Right Channel for use in a multi­channel system.
Shielded Magnetic Field
The XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 may be used in Home Theater Installations near a television receiver or monitor without causing the television image to degrade. McIntosh has designed special shielding around the magnetic structure of the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker Elements to prevent interference.
High Power Handling
The Loudspeaker Elements and crossover components of the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 are all chosen for use with powerful amplifiers up to 600 watts.
High Efficiency
The Loudspeaker Elements used in the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker Systems have also been designed for high efficiency. As a result any McIntosh Power Amplifier, even our smallest, will provide satisfying room filling sound.
Automatic Overload Protection
The XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 have built-in Loudspeaker Element Protection in the form of automatic resetting solid-state devices as a part of the crossover net­work.
Gold Plated Input Connectors
The XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 input connectors are gold plated for superior corrosion resistance and high electrical conductivity.
Rigid Column Structure
The enclosures are an important part of the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker Systems. The Systems utilize a dampened rigid enclosure made from ex­truded aluminum and houses the Loudspeaker Drivers and Crossover. The XLS340 and XLS360 Columns, due to their height, have additional front to back internal bracing to form a dampened rigid Column Structure. The Column’s small footprint allows for a variety of different placements in a room.
Special Crossover Network
The Crossover Networks used in the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker Systems are designed to ensure an even frequency response over the entire au­dible range. The Network utilizes First, Second and Third Order design for optimal response.
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Dimensions
The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for the XLS320 or XLS340 Loudspeaker Sys­tem. There is additional information on page 18 pertaining to installing the Loudspeaker.
Front View of XLS320 with Grille Removed
Rear View of XLS320
10
27.0cm
6
-11/16"
17.0cm
-5/8"
5
14.8cm
10
-5/8"
27.0cm
-13/16"
5
-5/16"
13.5cm
15
-5/16"
38.9cm
8
-9/16"
21.7cm
12
-5/8"
32.0cm
Side View of XLS320
6
7
-5/16"
18.6cm
5
-1/4"
13.3cm
4
-1/2
11.4cm
"
Dimensions
Front View of XLS340 with Grille Removed
39
-3/8
100.0cm
"
34
-9/16
87.8cm
"
15
-3/16
38.6cm
"
5
-13/16
5.8cm
Rear View of XLS340
10
-5/8
"
27.0cm
44
-1/16
"
"
2
-1/16
5.2cm
4
-1/16
"
10.3cm
24
-11/16
62.7cm
"
"
18"
45.7cm
4
-1/16
10.3cm
35
-9/32
89.6cm
"
111.9cm
"
7
-3/8
"
18.7cm
Note: The XLS340 is supplied
with optional adjustable feet, four Tiptoes and four Glides. If they are used with the XLS340 please allow for the added height.
Side View of XLS340
12"
30.5cm
5
-1/4
13.3cm
4
-1/2
11.4cm
14
-3/4
"
"
37.5cm
"
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Dimensions, con’t
The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for the XLS360 or XCS350 Loudspeaker Sys­tem. There is additional information on page 18 pertaining to installing the Loudspeaker.
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-1/8
33.3cm
"
Front View of XLS360 with Grille Removed
46
-9/16
118.3cm
41
106.0cm
"
-3/4
8
22.5cm
"
19
-3/16
48.7cm
-7/8
"
"
7
-3/16
18.3cm
Rear View of XLS360
4
-1/16
"
10.3cm
51
-3/8
"
130.5cm
37
-3/4
"
95.9cm
33
-15/16
"
27
69.2cm
-1/4
"
2
-1/16
5.2cm
86.2cm
"
"
17
-3/4
"
9
-1/4
23.5cm
"
8
-5/16
"
21.1cm
45.1cm
3
-13/16
"
Note: The XLS360 is supplied
with optional adjustable
9.7cm
Side View of XLS360
feet, four Tiptoes and four Glides. If they are used with the XLS360 please allow for the added height.
13"
33.0cm
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Note: The XCS350 is supplied with an adjustable Stabilizer
Bar. Please allow for various height/angle.
Front View of XCS350 with Grille Removed
6
-9/16
"
16.7cm
17
-1/32
"
43.3cm
27
-1/2
"
69.9cm
4
-3/16
10.6cm
Dimensions, con’t
"
5
-5/16
"
13.5cm
9"
22.9cm
Rear View of XCS350 with the stabilizer bar removed
9
-9/16
24.3cm
10
27.0cm
"
-5/8
5
13.3cm
34
-1/16
"
86.5cm
25
-9/16
"
64.9cm
20
-1/8
"
6
-11/16
4
-1/2
11.4cm
"
"
51.1cm
"
24
-3/16
"
61.4cm
-1/4
"
17.0cm
Top View of XCS350
3/4
"
1.9cm
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Installation
Installation Overview
The instructions that follow are for the unpacking, assem­bly and setup of the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker Systems as supplied. For several models, an optional In Wall Mounting Kit is available. If the Loudspeaker is to be Mounted On or In Wall, refer to “Locating the Loudspeaker System” on page 18, “Tweeter Array Optimization” on page 19 and “How to Connect” starting on page 20, before beginning the Mounting Pro­cess. For additional information on the different types of installation, refer to figure 1.
Caution: The XLS360 Loudspeaker weight is 107 pounds
(48.5kg) net and requires two or more persons to safely handle during unpacking, assembly and placement.
It is recommended that the Professionals at your McIn­tosh Dealer, who are skilled in all aspects of installation and operation, install the Loudspeaker System and any as­sociated audio/video equipment.
carton.
Fasteners
Grille
Refer to figure 2.
Grom-
Loudspeaker
7. Orient the Loud­speaker and the Grille
Foam end
Foam end
with the rounded ends pointing
Figure 2
in the same direction.
8. Align the Grille fasteners to the Loudspeaker Grom­mets (two on each side). Carefully push down to secure the Grille to the Loudspeaker.
9. Proceed to “Locating the Loudspeaker System” on page 18.
Unpacking the XLS320 Loudspeaker
1. Remove the entire assembly (Loudspeaker System, Loudspeaker Grille and foam end caps) by lifting up on the bottom of the assembly (Loudspeaker rear) and place it along side the shipping carton on a flat surface.
2. Release the Loudspeaker Grille from the foam end caps and remove it from the protective plastic shipping film and set it aside.
3. In a similar manner, lift out the Loudspeaker System.
4. Close the top flaps of the shipping carton and place the two foam end caps on top of the carton.
5. Carefully remove the protective plastic shipping film from the Loudspeaker System so as not to mar the fin­ish or damage the Loudspeaker System Drivers.
Notes: 1. The XLS320 Loudspeaker is supplied with an On
Wall Mounting Bracket and Hardware. If the XLS320 is to be mounted on the wall at this time, proceed to “How to Mount the XLS320 Loudspeaker On the Wall” on page 13.
2. When the optional In Wall Mounting Kit is chosen, refer to the supplied installation guide.
6. Place the Loudspeaker System, with the front facing up, on foam end caps located on top of the shipping
1. Remove the entire assembly (Loudspeaker System, Loudspeaker Grille and foam end caps) by lifting up on the bottom of the assembly (Loudspeaker rear) and place it along side the shipping carton on a flat surface.
2. Release the Loudspeaker Grille from the foam end caps and remove it from the protective plastic shipping film and set it aside.
3. In a similar manner, lift out the Loudspeaker System.
4. Close the top flaps of the shipping carton and place the two foam end caps on top of the carton.
5. Carefully remove the protective plastic shipping film from the Loudspeaker System so as not to mar the fin­ish or damage the Loudspeaker System Drivers.
Notes: 1. When the XLS340 is to be used with the supplied
Floor Standing Base and Hardware, proceed to step 6.
2. The XLS340 Loudspeaker is also supplied with On Wall Mounting Brackets and Hardware. If the XLS340 is to be mounted on the wall at this time, proceed to “How to Mount the XLS340 Loudspeakers On the Wall” on page 14.
3. When the optional In Wall Mounting Kit is chosen, refer to the supplied installation guide.
Installation Methods
Loudspeaker Model Floor Base Stabilize r Bar On Wa ll Mounting Kit In W all Mounting Kit
XLS320 ---- ---- Supplied Optional XLS340 Supplied ---- Supplied Optional XLS360 Supplied ---- ---- ----
XCS350 ---- Supplied Supplied Optional
Figure 1
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Unpacking the XLS340 Loudspeaker
Installation
6. Place the Loudspeaker System, with the front facing up, on foam end caps located on top of the shipping carton, with the bottom of the XLS340 overhanging the end of the shipping carton. Refer to figure 3.
Bottom of XLS340 with the flat surface
Foam end caps
Figure 3
7. Using the supplied Allen Wrench, remove four screws from the XLS340 Bottom. Refer to
Remove Two Screws
Remove Two Screws
figure 4.
8. Unpack the Floor Standing Base from the other shipping carton.
9. Orient the Floor Standing Base with the widest end of the base
Figure 4
facing up and the totally flat side of the base pointing away from the XLS340. Refer to figure 5.
10. Attach the Floor Standing Base to the XLS340 using the four supplied machine bolts and washers.
FastenersGrommets
Floor standing base
Bolts and washers
Figure 5
11. Orient the Loudspeaker and the Grille with the rounded ends pointing in the same direction.
12. Align the Grille fasteners to the Loudspeaker Grom­mets (three on each side). Carefully push down to se­cure the Grille to the Loudspeaker.
Note: There are four Tiptoes and Glides supplied with the
XLS340. To prevent crushing carpet use the Tiptoe spikes; to protect non-carpeted flooring use the chrome Glides. Both the Glides and Tiptoes have a threaded shaft and locking nut that screw into the tapped holes in the bottom of the Floor Standing Base. The feet can be independently adjusted to compensate for uneven flooring.
Tiptoes
Glides
13. Proceed to “Locating the Loudspeaker System” on page 18.
Unpacking the XLS360 Loudspeaker
1. Remove the entire assembly (Loudspeaker System, Loudspeaker Grille and foam center/end caps) by lift­ing up on the bottom of the assembly (Loudspeaker rear) and place it along side the shipping carton on a flat surface.
2. Release the Loudspeaker Grille from the foam center/ end caps and remove it from the protective plastic ship­ping film and set it aside.
3. In a similar manner, lift out the Loudspeaker System.
4. Replace the shipping carton top onto the shipping car­ton bottom. Place one foam end cap and one foam cen­ter cap on top of the carton. Refer to figure 6 on the next page.
5. Carefully remove the protective plastic shipping film from the Loudspeaker System so as not to mar the fin­ish or damage the Loudspeaker System Drivers.
Note: The XLS360 is a sealed Acoustic System.
Grille
If it is to be used without the supplied Floor Standing Base attached to the bottom, the four unused holes on the bottom of the loudspeaker need to be plugged up with suitable material to prevent air leaks. Proceed to step 10 if the Floor Standing Base is not used.
6. Place the Loudspeaker System, with the front facing up, on foam end caps located on top of the shipping carton, with the bot­tom of the XLS360 overhanging the end of the shipping carton. Refer to figure 6 on the next page.
7. Unpack the Floor Standing Base from the other shipping carton.
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Bottom of XLS360 with the flat surface
Foam center cap
Figure 6
Foam end cap
8. Orient the Floor Standing Base with the widest end of the base facing up and the totally flat side of the base pointing away from the XLS360. Refer to figure 7.
FastenersGrommets
Floor standing base
Bolts and washers
Figure 7
9. Attach the Floor Standing Base to the XLS360 using the four supplied machine bolts and washers.
10. Orient the Loudspeaker and the Grille with the rounded ends pointing in the same direction.
11. Align the Grille fasteners to the Loudspeaker Grom-
mets (four on each side). Carefully push down to se­cure the Grille to the Loudspeaker.
Note: There are four Tiptoes and Glides supplied with the
XLS360. To prevent crushing carpet use the Tiptoe spikes; to protect non-carpeted flooring use the chrome Glides. Both the Glides and Tiptoes have a threaded shaft and locking nut that screw into the tapped holes in the bottom of the Floor Standing Base. The feet can be
Tiptoes
Glides
independently adjusted to compensate for uneven flooring.
12. Proceed to “Locating the Loudspeaker System” on page 18.
Unpacking the XCS350 Loudspeaker
1. Remove the entire assembly (Loudspeaker System,
Loudspeaker Grille and foam end caps) by lifting up on the bottom of the assembly (Loudspeaker rear) and place it along side the shipping carton on a flat surface.
2. Release the Loudspeaker Grille from the foam end
caps and remove it from the protective plastic shipping film and set it aside.
3. In a similar manner, lift out the Loudspeaker System.
4. Close the top flaps of the shipping carton and place the
two foam end caps on top of the carton.
5. Carefully remove the protective plastic shipping film
from the Loudspeaker System so as not to mar the
Grille
finish or damage the Loudspeaker System Drivers.
Notes: 1. When the XCS350 is to be used with
the supplied Stabilizer Bar and Hardware, proceed to step 6.
2. The XCS350 Loudspeaker is also supplied with On Wall Mounting Brackets and Hardware. If the XCS350 is to be mounted on the wall at this time, proceed to “How to Mount the XCS350 Loudspeakers On the Wall” on page 16.
3. When the optional In Wall Mounting Kit is chosen, refer to the supplied installation guide.
6. Place the Loudspeaker System, with the front facing down, on foam end caps lo­cated on top of the shipping carton. Refer to figure 8.
Stabilizer Bar
Rubber Bumpers
Foam end caps
Figure 8
Rubber Bumpers
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Installation, con’t
7. Attach the four rubber bumpers to the bottom long edge of the XCS350 Loudspeaker System. Refer to fig­ure 8.
8. Loosen, but do not remove, the three screws securing the Stabilizer Bar to the back of the XCS350. Refer to figure 9.
Stabilizer Bar Screws
Stabilizer Bar
Figure 9
9. Reposition the Stabilizer Bar even with the previously applied rubber bumpers on the side edge of the XCS350 enclosure. Refer to figure 10.
FastenersGrommets Grille
Figure 12
13. Locate the Loudspeaker Grille and align the Grille fas­teners to the Loudspeaker Grommets (four on each side). Carefully push down to secure the Grille to the Loudspeaker.
14. Proceed to “Locating the Loudspeaker System” on page 18.
Figure 10
10. Tighten the three screws securing the Stabilizer Bar to keep it in place, but not enough to prevent changing the angle of the XCS350 in the following steps.
11. The vertical angle of the XCS350 may be changed ±5.5 degrees from perpendicular, allowing the sound to be directed upwards or downwards to accommodate the seating arrangement in the room. Refer to figure 11. This can be accom­plished by tempo­rarily loosening the three screws and moving the Stabilizer Bar up or down. When the desired angle is achieved, tighten the three
Figure 11
screws.
12. Rotate the XCS350 Loudspeaker over with the front facing up, being careful not to damage the Loud­speaker Drivers. Refer to figure 12.
How to Mount the XLS320 Loudspeaker On the Wall
The supplied On Wall Mounting Brackets allow for two different mounting positions of the XLS320 Loudspeaker relative to the wall. The first position is flush mount, with the Loudspeaker close to and parallel with the wall. The second position is angle mount, which places the Loud­speaker further away from the wall and allows for horizon­tal rotation of ± 30 Degrees. Refer to figure 13.
Angled Wall Mounting
Hardware
Wall Bracket
Locking Screw
Loudspeaker Bracket
Wall Mounting Screws
Figure 13
Flush Wall Mounting
Hardware
Loudspeaker Bracket
Wall Bracket
1. Using the supplied Allen Wrench, remove two screws from the rear of the XLS320 Loudspeaker System lo­cated below the recessed connection plate. Refer to fig­ure 14 on the next page.
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Installation, con’t
2. Attach either the flush mount or angle mount bracket to the rear of the Loudspeaker using the two screws (just removed in the previous step), being sure to orient the bracket as illustrated in figures 15 and 16.
3. Determine the Loudspeaker Mounting Location on the wall, making sure the Mounting Bracket will be anchored to a stud located inside the wall.
Note: Use
extreme caution to avoid any existing electrical wiring, plumbing, etc., located inside the wall.
Figure 15
4. Refer to figures 17 and 18 to install the appropriate Wall Bracket on the wall (orient the bracket as illustrated) using the sup­plied Mounting Screws. If the Flush Mount Bracket is used, attach the
Remove Screws
Figure 14
Figure 16
two cone shaped rubber bumpers to the rear of the Loudspeaker, near the bottom.
Note: If the wall covering material and/or thickness is
different from the illustration, the two supplied Mounting Screws need to be replaced with screws of the appropriate type and length.
5.Orient the Loudspeaker with the rounded end at the Top, carefully line up the Loudspeaker Bracket with the Wall Bracket and lower the Loudspeaker. If the angle mount is used, install the Locking Screw to se­cure the Loudspeaker at the desired angle.
6. Align the Grille fasteners to the Loudspeaker Grom­mets (two on each side). Carefully push down to secure the Grille to the Loudspeaker.
How to Mount the XLS340 Loudspeaker On the Wall
The supplied On Wall Mounting Brackets allow for two different mounting positions of the XLS340 Loudspeaker relative to the wall. The first position is flush mount, with the Loudspeaker close to and parallel with the wall. The second position is angle mount, which places the Loud­speaker further away from the wall and allows for horizon­tal rotation of ± 30 Degrees. Refer to figure 19.
1. Using the supplied Allen Wrench, remove four screws
Angled Wall Mounting
Hardware
Wall Bracket
Flush Wall Mounting
Hardware
Loudspeaker Bracket
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Figure 17
Figure 18
Locking Screw
Loudspeaker Bracket
Wall Mounting Screws
Figure 19
Wall Bracket
from the rear of the XLS340 Loudspeaker System. Re­fer to figure 20.
2. Attach either the flush mount or angle mount brackets to the rear of the Loudspeaker using the four screws (just removed in the previous step), being sure to orient the bracket as illustrated in figures 21 and 22.
3. Determine the Loudspeaker Mounting Location on the wall, making sure the Mounting Brackets will be an­chored to a stud located inside the wall.
Note: Use extreme caution to
avoid any existing electrical wiring, plumbing, etc., located inside the wall.
4. Refer to figures 23 and 24 to in­stall the appropriate Wall Brack­ets on the wall (orient the bracket as illustrated) using the supplied Mounting Screws. If the Flush
Remove Screws
Mount Brackets are used, option­ally attach the two cone shaped rubber bumpers to the rear of the Loudspeaker, near the bottom.
Note: If the wall covering
material and/or thickness is different from the illustration, the two supplied Mounting Screws need to be replaced with screws of the appropriate type and length.
5. Orient the Loudspeaker with the
Remove Screws
rounded end at the Top, carefully line up the Loudspeaker Brackets with the Wall Brackets and lower the Loudspeaker. If the angle mount is used, install the Locking
Figure 20
Screw for the top Bracket to secure the Loudspeaker at the desired angle.
6. Align the Grille fas­teners to the Loud­speaker Grommets (three on
Figure 21
each side). Carefully push down to secure the Grille to the Loudspeaker.
Installation, con’t
Figure 23 Figure 24
Figure 22
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Installation, con’t
How to Mount the XCS350 Loudspeaker On the Wall
The supplied On Wall Mounting Brackets allow for four different mounting positions of the XCS350 Loudspeaker relative to the wall, both vertical and horizontial. Two posi­tions are flush mount, with the Loudspeaker close to and parallel with the wall. The other positions are angle mount, which places the Loudspeaker further away from the wall and allows for rotation of ± 30 Degrees. Refer to figure 25.
Angled Wall Mounting
Hardware
Wall Bracket
Locking Screw
Loudspeaker Bracket
Figure 25
1. Using the supplied Allen Wrench, remove the three screws securing the Stabilizer Bar to the back of the XCS350. Refer to figure 26. Replace the just removed center screw with a supplied one of the same type, but shorter length. Refer to figure 28.
Note: Retain the three removed screws and Stabilizer Bar
for possible future use.
Stabilizer Bar
Figure 26
2. Attach either the flush mount or angle mount brackets to the rear of the Loudspeaker using the supplied screws. Refer to figures 27, 28 and 29 for the screw location. Also, be sure to orient the bracket as illus­trated in figure 30.
Flush Wall Mounting
Hardware
Loudspeaker Bracket
Wall Bracket
Wall Mounting Screws
Stabilizer Bar Screws
Location of Mounting Screws
Screws - A
Screws - B
Figure 29
3. Determine the Loudspeaker Mounting Location on the wall, making sure the Mounting Bracket
Replace with
supplied
shorter screw
Location of Mounting Screws
will be anchored to a stud located inside the wall.
Note: Use extreme caution to avoid
any existing electrical wiring, plumbing, etc., located inside the wall.
4. Refer to figures 31 thru 34 to in­stall the appropriate Wall Bracket on the wall (orient the bracket as illustrated) using the supplied
Figure 28
Mounting Screws. If the Flush Mount Bracket is used, attach the two cone shaped rubber
bumpers to the rear of the Loudspeaker, near the bot­tom.
Note: If the wall covering material and/or thickness is
different from the illustration, the two supplied Mounting Screws need to be replaced with screws of the appropriate type and length.
5. Orient the Loudspeaker to line up with the Wall Brack­ets and attach them together. If the angle mount is used, install the Lock­ing Screw to secure the Loudspeaker at the desired angle.
Figure 30
XCS350 Screw Removal for Mounting
Mounting Type Screw s - A Screws - B
Ve rtica l Flush Mount ---- Remove Ve rtica l Angle Mount ---- Remove Horizontal Flush Mount Re move ---­Horizontal Angle M ount ---- Remove
Figure 27
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6. Align the Grille fasteners to the Loudspeaker Grom­mets (four on each side). Carefully push down to se­cure the Grille to the Loudspeaker.
Installation, con’t
Figure 33
Figure 31
Figure 34
Figure 32
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Installation, con’t
Locating the Loudspeaker System
Loudspeaker placement in a room can greatly affect performance. The XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 are designed for use as a Left and Right Loudspeaker in a Music System, or as a Front and Surround Loudspeakers in a Home Theater System.
The optimal method for selecting speaker locations in­cludes the use of a real time spectrum analyzer operated by the Professionals at your McIntosh Dealer. An uncompro­mising installation would take into consideration the floor, wall and ceiling coverings, the type and placement of furni­ture and can even include the architectural design of the room and its construction materials.
Locating Loudspeakers for use in Home Theater
In a Home Theater application, the placement of Front Loudspeakers can be limited by such considerations as the size and location of the video monitor. The locating suggestions in the “for use in a Music System” section below can still be helpful. Side Surround Loudspeakers work best located to either side of and above the listening position, the same distance from the monitor. Back Surround Loudspeakers work best on the back wall. Refer to figure 35.
Figure 35
Locating Loudspeakers for use in a Music System
When used in a Music System, the distance between the loudspeakers should not exceed the distance between the listener and either loudspeaker for the best sound imaging. Refer to figure 36. The Loudspeaker System’s Tweeter Array should be inline with the listeners’ ears. Placement near a wall, corner, floor, ceiling or any intersecting surfaces will reinforce some bass frequencies. Which bass frequencies are boosted by placement in a particular location is dependent on the dimensions of the room. Test the various loudspeaker locations by playing music with continuous bass, setting up the speakers and listening to them from the main listening spot. Move the loudspeakers to an alternate location and repeat the listening, paying attention to how articulate the bass notes are. Experiment with various loudspeaker positions until the locations that sound best are found.
Figure 36
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T weeter Array Optimization
The XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeaker Systems incorporate a special feature in the Crossover Network for optimization of the sound coming from the five tweeter array, refer to figure 37. The three different settings in the crossover network have to do with the physical location of the Loudspeaker in the Home Theater and/or Music System.
On the rear panel of the Loudspeaker System there is a recessed connection plate with binding posts for connection of hookup cables. Adja­cent to the binding posts on the same re­cessed connection plate, are two rows of jacks with two McIn­tosh Jumpers already inserted, refer to figure
38. The default postion of the jumpers for the XLS320, XLS340, and XLS360 Loudspeaker Systems, is RIGHT, refer to figure 39. The XCS350’s default postion of the jumpers is CENTER, refer to figure 40.
For the best sound performance, it is important to make sure the jumpers are set according to the Loudspeaker Sys­tem location in the room. Refer to the chart below for the correct Jumper positions; if necessary, remove the two jumpers and reinsert them for the Loudspeaker location.
Jacks and Jumpers
Connection plate
Figure 37
Binding posts
Figure 38
Installation, con’t
Jumper Position for
RIGHT
Figure 39
Jumper Position for
Center
Figure 40
XLS320/340/360 and XCS350 Crossover Jumper Settings
Loudspeaker Loca tion Left Center Right
Left Front Jumpers ---- ---­Center Front ---- Jumpers ---­Right Front ---- ---- Jumpers Le ft Surround Jumpe rs ---- ---­Right Surr ound --- - -- -- Jumpers Left Bac k Surround ---- ---- Jumpers Right Bac k Surr ound Jumpe rs ---- ----
Jumper Position for
LEFT
Figure 41
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Connection for use with a Low Power Amplifier (default setting)
Preparing Hookup Cables
The McIntosh Loudspeaker Systems utilize binding posts for speaker wire connections. Prepare the Loudspeaker Hookup Cables that attach to the Power Amplifier Output Terminals:
Bare wire cable ends: Carefully remove sufficient insulation from the cable ends, refer to figures 43, 44 and 45. If the cable is stranded, care­fully twist the strands to­gether as tightly as pos­sible.
Note: If desired, the twisted ends can be tinned with
solder to keep the strands together and/or attach a spade lug.
Spade lug or prepared wire connection: Insert the spade lug connector or prepared section of the cable end into the terminal side access hole, and tighten the terminal cap until the cable is firmly clamped into the terminal so the wires cannot slip out. Refer to figures 46, 47 and 48.
3. Tighten all of the Loudspeaker and Amplifier Binding Posts.
Note: The Low Frequency Response of a XLS320
Loudspeaker may be extended when it is connected to a lower power amplifier. The Low Frequency Response of a XLS320 Loudspeaker may be extended even further with the addition of a Powered Subwoofer, like the McIntosh XLS112, to the Music/Home Theater System and connected as illustrated on page 18.
4. Connect the remaining Loudspeaker(s) and Amplifier Channel(s) in the same manner.
Connection plate
Jumper
Connections using a single Amplifier
1. Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the COMmon (Negative) Binding Post of the appropriate Amplifier Channel to the Loudspeaker LOW POWER NEGATIVE (-) Binding Post.
2. Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the 8S (OHM) or Positive (+) Binding Post of the same Amplifier Channel to the Loud­speaker LOW POWER POSITIVE (+) Binding Post.
Note: The HIGH POWER and LOW
POWER POSITIVE (+) Binding Posts must have a jumper installed between them.
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McIntosh Multi-Channel Power Amplifier
Connection for use with a High Power Amplifier (optional setting)
How to Connect the XLS320 Loudspeakers
Preparing Hookup Cables
The McIntosh Loudspeaker Systems utilize binding posts for speaker wire connections. Prepare the Loudspeaker Hookup Cables that attach to the Power Amplifier Output Terminals:
Bare wire cable ends: Carefully remove sufficient insulation from the cable ends, refer to figures 43, 44 and 45. If the cable is stranded, care­fully twist the strands to­gether as tightly as pos­sible.
Note: If desired, the twisted ends can be tinned with
solder to keep the strands together and/or attach a spade lug.
Spade lug or prepared wire connection: Insert the spade lug connector or prepared section of the cable end into the terminal side access hole, and tighten the terminal cap until the cable is firmly clamped into the terminal so the wires cannot slip out. Refer to figures 46, 47 and 48.
3. Tighten all of the Loudspeaker and Amplifier Binding Posts.
Note: The Low Frequency Response of a XLS320
Loudspeaker may be extended with the addition of a Powered Subwoofer like the McIntosh XLS112 to the Music/Home Theater System.
4. Connect the remaining Loudspeaker(s) and Amplifier Channel(s) in the same manner.
Connection plate
Jumper
Connections using a single Amplifier
1. Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the COMmon (Negative) Binding Post of the appropriate Amplifier Channel to the Loudspeaker HIGH POWER NEGATIVE (-) Binding Post.
2. Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the 8S (OHM) or Positive (+) Binding Post of the same Amplifier Channel to the Loudspeaker HIGH POWER POSITIVE (+) Binding Post.
Note: The HIGH POWER and LOW POWER
NEGATIVE (-) Binding Posts must have a jumper installed between them.
McIntosh Two Channel Power Amplifier
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Connection with one Amplifier
Preparing Hookup Cables
The McIntosh Loudspeaker Systems utilize binding posts for speaker wire connections. Prepare the Loudspeaker Hookup Cables that attach to the Power Amplifier Output Terminals:
Bare wire cable ends: Carefully remove sufficient insulation from the cable ends, refer to figures 43, 44 and 45. If the cable is stranded, care­fully twist the strands together as tightly as possible.
Note: If desired, the twisted ends can be tinned with
solder to keep the strands together and/or attach a spade lug.
Spade lug or prepared wire connection: Insert the spade lug connector or prepared section of the cable end into the terminal side access hole, and tighten the terminal cap until the cable is firmly clamped into the terminal so the wires cannot slip out. Refer to figures 46, 47 and 48.
3. Tighten all of the Loudspeaker and Amplifier Binding Posts.
4. Connect the remaining Loudspeaker(s) and Amplifier Channel(s) in the same manner.
Connection plate
Jumpers
Connections using a single Amplifier
1. Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the COMmon (Negative) Binding Post of the appropriate Amplifier Channel to the Loudspeaker NEGATIVE (-) Binding Post.
2. Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the 8S (OHM) or Positive (+) Binding Post of the same Amplifier Chan­nel to the Loudspeaker POSITIVE (+) Binding Post.
Note: The WOOFER and MID/TWT NEGATIVE (-) Binding
Posts must have a jumper installed between them. Likewise, the WOOFER and MID/TWT POSITIVE (+) Binding Posts must also have a jumper installed between them.
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To other McIntosh Loudspeaker
McIntosh T wo Channel Power Amplifier
Connection with two Amplifiers
How to Connect the XLS340, XLS360 and XCS350 Loudspeakers
Preparing Hookup Cables
The McIntosh Loudspeaker Systems utilize binding posts for speaker wire connections. Prepare the Loudspeaker Hookup Cables that attach to the Power Amplifier Output Terminals:
Bare wire cable ends: Carefully remove sufficient insulation from the cable ends, refer to figures 43, 44 and 45. If the cable is stranded, care­fully twist the strands together as tightly as possible.
Note: If desired, the twisted ends can be tinned with
solder to keep the strands together and/or attach a spade lug.
Spade lug or prepared wire connection: Insert the spade lug connector or prepared section of the cable end into the terminal side access hole, and tighten the terminal cap until the cable is firmly clamped into the terminal so the wires cannot slip out. Refer to figures 46, 47 and 48.
NEGATIVE (-) Binding Post.
3. Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the 8S (OHM) or Positive (+) Binding Post of the same Channel of Am­plifier Number One to the Loudspeaker WOOFER POSITIVE (+) Binding Post.
4. Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the COMmon (Negative) Binding Post of the appropriate Channel of Amplifier Number Two to the Loudspeaker MID/TWT NEGATIVE (-) Binding Post.
5. Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the 8S (OHM) or Positive (+) Binding Post of the same Channel of Am­plifier Number Two to the Loudspeaker MID/TWT POSITIVE (+) Binding Post.
6. Tighten all of the Loudspeaker and Amplifier Binding Posts.
7. Connect the remaining Loudspeaker(s) and Amplifier Channel(s) in the same manner.
Connection plate
Connections using two Amplifiers
1. Remove both Jumpers between WOOFER and MID/ TWT Binding Posts.
2. Connect a Loudspeaker cable from the COMmon (Negative) Binding Post of the appropriate Channel of Amplifier Number One to the Loudspeaker WOOFER
McIntosh Two Channel Power Amplifier Number One
To other McIntosh Loudspeaker
To other McIntosh Loudspeaker
McIntosh Two Channel Power Amplifier Number Two
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XLS320 Specifications
XLS340 Specifications
Driver Complement
One 6-1/2 inch LD/HP Woofers/Midrange Five 1 inch Dome Tweeters (in a Bessel Function Array)
Impedance
8 ohms Nominal
Frequency Response
50Hz - 34kHz -6dB (Typical Room) 80Hz - 34kHz + 2dB (Anechoic Response)
High Pass Filter (High Power Connection)
12dB per octave roll off below 80Hz
Sensitivity
85dB (2.8V/1m)
Crossover Frequency
1.5kHz
Power Handling
250 Watts Maximum
Power Handling (High Power Connection)
400 Watts Maximum
Overall Dimensions
15-5/16 inches (38.9cm) Height 10-5/8 inches (27.0cm) Width 5-1/4 inches (13.3cm) Depth
Enclosure Finish
The outside of the enclosure is finished with a textured black powder coated finish; the front, top and bottom of the enclosure is covered with a thermal vacuum formed du­rable surface in a textured black finish.
Grille Finish
Black knit fabric with wood trim strips finished in Champagne Gold
Optional Wood Trim Finishes
Natural Cherry, Red Cherry or Black Ash (Check with your McIntosh Dealer for Additional Details)
Weight (each)
24 pounds (10.9kg) net, 27 pounds (12.2kg) in shipping carton
Driver Complement
Two 8 inch LD/HP Woofers One 6-1/2 inch LD/HP Midrange Five 1 inch Dome Tweeters (in a Bessel Function Array)
Impedance
8 ohms Nominal
Frequency Response
38Hz - 34kHz -6dB (Typical Room) 65Hz - 34kHz + 2dB (Anechoic Response)
Sensitivity
85dB (2.8V/1m)
Crossover Frequencies
1.5kHz 250Hz
Power Handling
400 Watts Maximum
Overall Dimensions (including Floor Standing Base)
44-1/16 inches (111.9cm) Height 14-3/4 inches (37.5cm) Width 12 inches (30.5cm) Depth
Enclosure Finish
The outside of the enclosure is finished with a textured black powder coated finish; the front, top and bottom of the enclosure is covered with a thermal vacuum formed du­rable surface in a textured black finish. The base is also covered with a thermal vacuum formed durable surface in a textured black finish
Grille Finish
Black knit fabric with wood trim strips finished in Champagne Gold
Optional Wood Trim Finishes
Natural Cherry, Red Cherry or Black Ash (Check with your McIntosh Dealer for Additional Details)
Weight (each)
69 pounds (31.3kg) net, 76 pounds (34.5kg) in shipping carton
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Specifications
XLS360 Specifications
Driver Complement
Two 10 inch LD/HP Woofers One 6-1/2 inch LD/HP Midrange Five 1 inch Dome Tweeters (in a Bessel Function Array)
Impedance
8 ohms Nominal
Frequency Response
34Hz - 34kHz -6dB (Typical Room) 55Hz - 34kHz + 2dB (Anechoic Response)
Sensitivity
85dB (2.8V/1m)
Crossover Frequencies
1.5kHz 250Hz
Power Handling
600 Watts Maximum
XCS350 Specifications
Driver Complement
Two 8 inch LD/HP Woofers One 6-1/2 inch LD/HP Midrange Five 1 inch Dome Tweeters (in a Bessel Function Array)
Impedance
8 ohms Nominal
Frequency Response
45Hz - 34kHz -6dB (Typical Room) 80Hz - 34kHz + 2dB (Anechoic Response)
Sensitivity
85dB (2.8V/1m)
Crossover Frequencies
1.5kHz 250Hz
Power Handling
400 Watts Maximum
Overall Dimensions (including Floor Standing Base)
51-3/8 inches (130.5cm) Height 17-3/4 inches (45.1cm) Width 13 inches (33.0cm) Depth
Enclosure Finish
The outside of the enclosure is finished with a textured black powder coated finish; the front, top and bottom of the enclosure is covered with a thermal vacuum formed du­rable surface in a textured black finish. The base is also covered with a thermal vacuum formed durable surface in a textured black finish
Grille Finish
Black knit fabric with wood trim strips finished in Champagne Gold
Optional Wood Trim Finishes
Natural Cherry, Red Cherry or Black Ash (Check with your McIntosh Dealer for Additional Details)
Weight (each)
107 pounds (48.5kg) net, 120 pounds (54.4kg) in shipping carton
Overall Dimensions (including Stablizer Bar)
10-5/8 inches (27cm) Height 34-1/16 inches (86.5cm) Width 6 inches (15.3cm) Depth
Enclosure Finish
The outside of the enclosure is finished with a textured black powder coated finish; the front and side ends of the enclosure are covered with a thermal vacuum formed du­rable surface in a textured black finish.
Grille Finish
Black knit fabric with wood trim strips finished in Champagne Gold
Optional Wood Trim Finishes
Natural Cherry, Red Cherry or Black Ash (Check with your McIntosh Dealer for Additional Details)
Weight (each)
49 pounds (22.2kg) net, 55 pounds (24.9kg) in shipping carton
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Packing Instructions
In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as shown below. The XLS360 shipping carton uses banding straps to make sure the box is held together securely.
Note: The Floor Stand must be removed from the XLS340/
XLS360 Loudspeaker and packed in its own shipping carton.
XLS320 Shipping Carton and Parts List
Use the original shipping carton and parts only if they are in good serviceable condition. If a shipping carton or any of the interior part(s) are needed, please call or write Customer Service Department of McIntosh Laboratory. Please see the Parts List for the correct part numbers.
Quantity Part Number Description
1 034293 Shipping carton 2 034291 Foam end caps
XLS340 Shipping Cartons and Parts List
Quantity Part Number Description
1 034292 Shipping carton 2 034291 Foam end caps 1 034207 Floor stand shipping carton 1 033300 Microfoam to wrap up the
floor stand
1 033085 Air Cap bottom pad
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XLS360 Shipping Cartons and Parts List
Packing Instructions
Quantity Part Number Description
1 034290 Shipping carton top 1 034289 Shipping carton bottom 2 034244 Foam end caps 1 034245 Foam center cap 1 034309 Floor stand shipping carton 1 033300 Microfoam to wrap up the
floor stand
1 033085 Air Cap bottom pad
XCS350 Shipping Carton and Parts List
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McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, NY 13903
The continuous improvement of its products is the policy of McIntosh Laboratory Incorporated who reserve the right to improve design without notice.
Printed in the U.S.A.
McIntosh Part No. 04094100
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