RS200 Wireless Loudspeaker System Owner's Manual

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

RS200 Wireless Loudspeaker System Owner’s Manual Safety First 7756A-HSBT075. the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in This product complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio It is a smart idea to read all the enclosed RS200 SAFETY Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very INFORMATION included in separate documents; even this product may not cause harmful interference, and low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without if you already know this stuff, you can’t be too safe. (2) this product must accept any interference received, testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR). including interference that may cause undesired operation. Cet équipement est conforme aux normes d’exposition Here is some compliance information: This Class B digital Apparatus complies with Canadian aux radiations FCC/IC définies pour un environnement ICES-003. non contrôlé et satisfait les directives d’exposition à la FCC Information (For US Customers) 2. CAUTION: radiofréquence (RF) dans le supplément C des OET65 et RSS-102 des règles d’exposition à la fréquence radio (RF) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the IC. Cet équipement a de très faibles niveaux d’énergie RF THIS PRODUCT antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the qui sont jugés conformes sans test de taux d’absorption equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not spécifique (SAR). This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions more than that permitted for successful communication. contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. RED (EN) Information Modification not expressly approved by McIntosh may Informations sur IC (pour les clients Canadiens) void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 1.DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 1. APPAREIL: 2. CAUTION: Our products follow the provisions of EC/EU Cet Appareil contiens IC: 11138A-CAPRICA2XL et directives: • To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance 7756A-HSBT075. LVD: 2014/35/EC requirement, separation distance of at least 20cm must be EMC: 2014/30/EU maintained between this product and all persons. Cet Appareil est conforme à la norme CNR-210 du Canada. L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée RED: 2014/53/EU • This product and its antenna must not be co-located seulement aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) il ne doit pas ErP: EC regulation 1275/2008 and its frame work or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit directive 2009/125/EC transmitter. être prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, RoHS: 2011/65/EU 3. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION: même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le 2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY • Product Name: RS200 Wireless Loudspeaker fonctionnement du dispositif. Cet Appareil numérique de System la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. THIS PRODUCT • Model Number: RS200 2. ATTENTION: This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets RED directive • This product contains FCC ID:2AAWQ-CAPRICA2XL Afin de réduire le risque d’interférence aux autres and XCO-HSBT075 requirements. Modification of the product could result in McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son gain de hazardous Radio and EMC radiation. façon à ce que la puissance isotrope rayonnée 2 Chambers Street 3. CAUTION: Binghamton, NY 13903 équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne soit pas supérieure au niveau requis pour l’obtention d’une communication satisfaisante. Separation distance of at least 20cm must be maintained Tel. (607) 723-3512 between this product and all persons. Canadian Customers: CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B) IC Information (Canadian Customers) This product and its antenna must not be co-located RF Exposure Information or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 1. PRODUCT: This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure This product contains IC: 11138A-CAPRICA2XL and limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets

2 Table of Contents Meter Brightness...... 8 Figure 9– Sliding open the remote ��10 The Right Knob...... 8 Figure 10– Remote control diagram ��11 Safety First ��2 Standby...... 8 Figure 11– Packing Material ��13 FCC Information (For US Customers) ��2 Mute...... 8 IC Information (Canadian Customers) ��2 Volume...... 8 Thank you from all of us at McIntosh Thank you from all of us at McIntosh ��3 Both Knobs...... 8 Make a Note ��3 Your new RS200 Wireless Loudspeaker System is a Resetting the Unit...... 8 Power Connection ��4 precision instrument that will provide many years of The Grilles ��8 The Wi-Fi Connection ��4 enjoyment. Please take a few moments to familiarize Streaming Music ��9 Get the Play-Fi App...... 4 yourself with the features and instructions to get the Amazon Music...... 9 Wi-Fi Setup...... 4 maximum performance from your equipment. Internet Radio...... 9 More about Play-Fi...... 4 Pandora...... 9 If you need further technical assistance, please contact Play-Fi Line In Broadcast...... 5 SiriusXM...... 9 your dealer who may be more familiar with your Surround Sound...... 5 iHeartRadio...... 9 particular setup including other brands. You can also Works With Alexa™...... 5 KKbox...... 9 contact McIntosh with additional questions or in the AirPlay ��5 DLNA...... 9 unlikely event of needing service. Multiroom Audio...... 5 Tidal...... 9 Siri Voice Control...... 5 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. Napster...... 9 Other Wireless Connections ��5 2 Chambers Street QQ Music...... 10 Bluetooth®...... 5 Binghamton, New York 13903 NPR...... 10 Qualcomm® aptX™ Audio...... 6 Technical Assistance Phone: (607) 723-3512 Using Presets ��10 Buttons and the Switches on the Back ��6 Customer Service (for repairs) Remote Learning ��10 Master Power Switch...... 6 Phone: (607) 723-3515 Changing the Remote’s Battery ��10 EQ- The WFT Switch ...... 6 Fax: 607-724-1917 Description of Remote Control Buttons ��11 CEC Button...... 6 [email protected] Play-Fi Presets ��11 Wi-Fi Reset...... 6 Website: mcintoshlabs.com HDMI and Optical Gain Adjustment ��12 Inputs and Outputs on the Back ��6 Trademark and License Information ��12 Optical...... 6 Make a Note Technical Specifications ��13 AUX...... 7 Re-packing the RS200 ��13 HDMI ARC (Connecting your TV)...... 7 For future reference, you can jot down your serial USB...... 7 List of Figures number and purchase information here. We can identify your purchase from this information if the occasion Trig Out (Power Control)...... 7 Figure 1– AC Power Inlet ��4 should arise. Service...... 7 Figure 2– Wi-Fi Button ��4 Subwoofer Output...... 7 Figure 3– Rear Panel ��6 Serial Number: The Knobs on the Front ��8 Figure 4– 3.5mm Plug for AUX Input ��7 The Left Knob...... 8 Figure 5– USB Type B Connector ��7 Purchase Date: Input...... 8 Figure 7– 3.5mm Plug for Power Control ��7 Bluetooth Pairing ...... 8 Figure 6– 3.5mm Plug for Data Output ��7 Dealer Name: NET Wi-Fi Status LED...... 8 Figure 8– Knob Locations ��8

3 Power Connection and then a message should display that the AirPlay Speaker was successfully connected to the network. Before the RS200 can stream wireless music, one cable must be connected– the AC power cord. The supplied WPS Setup AC power cord connects to the AC Power inlet in the If your router supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), top right corner of the rear of the RS200 (looking at Figure 2– Wi-Fi Button then you can use this method for connecting the RS200 the back). to your network. WPS allows for a secure network Install the Play-Fi App if you haven’t already. If Connect AC Power connection without needing to enter a password. only using AirPlay™, skip to the next section iOS Cord to AC Power Place the RS200 near the router. It can be moved after Connection Without Play-Fi. Inlet setup. For iOS users, open the Wi-Fi settings menu and Place the RS200 in WPS mode by pressing and holding select the available network option that contains “PlayFi2Device” in its name. the Wi-Fi symbol in the center of the LEDs on Run the Play-Fi App on your iOS, Windows or Android the top front of the RS200 for 3 seconds. The symbol Figure 1– AC Power Inlet Device. should begin to blink twice and then pause every second. The Wi-Fi Connection Play-Fi should search for Play-Fi devices that are in Setup mode (such as the RS200). If Play-Fi does not Now push the WPS button on your router. Once the Get the Play-Fi App automatic connection has completed, the Wi-Fi symbol automatically search, click on the settings icon should now be a solid, non-blinking, green. The Play-Fi App allows you to stream music from your and then select “Set Up Play-Fi Device.” Then select Launch the Play-Fi App to complete the setup. The Apple and Android devices as well as any sound from Search. RS200 should be recognized and you will be able to your Windows PC to your RS200 (as well as any other After a minute or so, the RS200 should be found. Enter name the unit. Play-Fi speaker). the Wi-Fi password for the network. The RS200 will First, download the appropriate version of Play-Fi. For now be connected to the wireless network. If there are More about Play-Fi software updates for the RS200 available, it may take Android, go to the Google Play Store; for Apple, go to Play-Fi is a premium whole-home wireless audio a few minutes. the Apple App Store, and the Windows version can be system created by DTS and licensed by McIntosh. The downloaded from https://play-fi.com/apps/windows/. Next, choose a name from the list or choose to create a goal of Play-Fi is to provide seamless interoperability The next step is for Play-Fi to connect the RS200 with custom name to identify the RS200. between speakers in many locations with numerous your wireless network. After initial setup, the RS200 iOS Connection without Play-Fi streaming services. The streaming landscape is an will automatically link with your network. everchanging ecosystem, and the folks at DTS are With the NET LED pulsing slowly, open the Wi- working hard to both maintain quality service as well Wi-Fi Setup Fi settings. Scroll to find Play-Fi device under “add as incorporate advances in streaming technology. AirPlay Speaker below.” Place the RS200 in Setup Mode by pressing and Over time your Play-Fi App will change and improve. Selecting the Play-Fi device will open a screen to add Play-Fi’s features and function are completely in the holding the Wi-Fi symbol in the center of the the RS200 to a selected Wi-Fi network. hands of our friends at DTS. You can find the latest LEDs on the top front of the RS200 for eight seconds. information in the knowledge base at play-fi.com. A tone will sound. After selecting the Wi-Fi network, it will take a moment

4 Play-Fi Line In Broadcast be decoded and render discrete Surround Left and To control this AirPlay 2-enabled speaker, iOS 11.4 or Surround Right channels to the rear speakers. Select later is required. The RS200 allows you to use Play-Fi to feed audio signal input (HDMI, Optical or USB) using the RS200 inputs from the RS200 to other Play-Fi speakers. To Left Input Selector Knob. Multiroom Audio do this: To release the rear speakers from the surround setup: AirPlay technology lets you play a song on every • Choose the Line In option from the Play-Fi menu. • Go to Surround Sound under settings. RS200 in your house at the same time or adjust the • Select a source device such as the RS200. volume in any room – all in sync. • Choose the three vertical dots to the right of the • Select an Input (OPT, AUX, HDMI or USB). RS200 Surround Sound settings. After installing your RS200, add it to the Apple Home App with a few simple steps using your iPhone or iPad. • Select Type of Content (Music or TV Audio). • Choose Delete. It will take a moment to • Select one or more Output Speakers. Include the reconfigure the rear speakers. Siri Voice Control RS200 in your choice if you want to hear the music Works With Alexa™ Use Siri on your iPhone, iPad, HomePod, or Apple TV from the RS200. to control your RS200 with just your voice. • Select Start Line In Broadcast to play to all selected Through the Play-Fi App and embedded hardware, the devices. RS200 can be voice controlled through Alexa enabled Other Wireless Connections devices. An increasing list of music services can be Surround Sound streamed by the RS200 as commanded by an Alexa Bluetooth® enabled device. The RS200 can be part of a Play-Fi 5.1 surround With built-in Bluetooth capability, the RS200 can be configuration. To enable these features, open the settings page in the Play-Fi App and choose “Amazon Alexa.” Then choose connected to countless other devices such as phones. To utilize the surround capability of Play-Fi, the RS200 the RS200. Default names work better with Alexa for To connect to a Bluetooth device: should be set up as the Surround Master which will be controlling devices (like “Bedroom” or “Kitchen”). the front position of the setup. Two additional Play-Fi Place the RS200 in pairing mode by pressing and You will be prompted to sign in to your Amazon surround capable speakers are needed for the right and holding in the Left Knob for two seconds. Release the account. After registering, you will be prompted to left rear. Knob. The “BT” will blink green. You can now pair launch the Alexa App. Choose “Smart Home” from with a phone or other Bluetooth device by searching All the products should be updated with the latest the settings menu of the Alexa App, and then choose and selecting the RS200 (with additional characters in firmware and software. Nothing less than a 5GHz to setup a speaker. For speaker brand choose “Other.” the name such as RS200-FF03). Follow your device’s capable router is recommended. Choose “Discover Devices.” After a minute or so of instructions to complete the paring. To set up surround: searching, your RS200 will be found and added to Alexa’s devices. Note that your paired device will take control of the Choose settings icon in the Play-Fi App. unit any time it is paired. If the RS200 is streaming AirPlay via Play-Fi and a phone that is automatically set to Then choose Surround Sound from the menu. pair with the RS200 via Bluetooth comes in range, the AirPlay is an Apple Technology designed to control RS200 will switch to the Bluetooth input. Then choose the plus sign + and follow the guided home audio systems and speakers in any room – with a instruction for the setup of wireless speakers. When playing music from a phone over a Bluetooth tap or by simply asking Siri – right from iPhone, iPod, connection, the phones EQ can greatly affect the sound After setup, a 5.1 audio signal sent to the RS200 will HomePod or Apple TV. quality. Check the phone’s EQ if something sounds off.

5 Qualcomm® aptX™ Audio mode by pushing and holding the Front Right Knob for correct decoding and lip syncing automatically. 2 seconds. To determine the current setting of CEC, press and hold AptX™ is a codec that can provide CD quality When the Master Power Switch is in the OFF position, the CEC button for 2 seconds. The red LED above the music over Bluetooth connections. The RS200 will the RS200 will consume no power. Power Save/ Right Knob will blink for 3 seconds if CEC is active automatically utilize aptX when connected to a source Standby and the remote control will only function or remain solid for 3 seconds if not active. Holding that supports aptX. Simply connect with Bluetooth as when the Master Power Switch is in the ON position. the CEC button for 4 seconds will toggle the setting as described in the previous section. indicated by the red LED. EQ- The WFT Switch The RS200 also supports the higher resolution aptX Wi-Fi Reset HD (24-bit/48kHz). If your device utilizes aptX™ HD Placement of a speaker can greatly affect the sound then that resolution will be utilized automatically. equalization (EQ). The EQ switch provides a quick If you need to reset the Wi-Fi module of the RS200, The RS200 also features aptX Low Latency which and easy way to compensate for three typical RS200 press the Wi-Fi reset button and hold it for 4 seconds. automatically ensures Bluetooth can deliver sound in placements with three EQ enviromental settings named The NET LED will flash quickly at first and then sync with visual media. It reduces delay and improves “WALL”, “FREE” and “TABLE.” more slowly. The unit is now in Play-Fi set-up mode end-to-end speed of the audio transmission, resulting in The WALL setting is for placement near a wall. The and can be set up using the Play-Fi App as described a high quality, synchronized user experience. TABLE setting is to compensate for reflective surfaces previously in “The Wi-Fi Connection.” All previous that may be present if the unit is pushed back eight setup information for Play-Fi and AirPlay is erased or more inches (20cm) from the edge of a flat surface when reset. (like a table). And the FREE setting is for placement without large obstructions. Ultimately, EQ is a matter Inputs and Outputs on the Back

WALL FREE TABLE of taste so feel free to experiment with these settings to determine your preference. Optical CEC Button The Optical input allows a digital source to be connected using a TOSLINK cable also known as an Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) is a feature of “optical audio cable.” The internal digital-to-analog HDMI that theoretically allows users to control multiple converter (DAC) of the RS200 is able to process hi- connected devices through one remote control. This res digital audio up to 192kHz/24-bit. The RS200 DAC Figure 3– Rear Panel can work fine in some cases when you want to turn on will process standard format SPDIF PCM signals as the television and also power on other related devices, well as Dolby Digital and DTS encoded multi-channel Buttons and the Switches on the Back but there may be times when you do not want this or bit streams. Unsupported formats can result in strange other connected events to happen. You can use the CEC and/or unpleasant sounds. Master Power Switch Button to defeat this HDMI feature. Push in the button This input can be chosen by turning the Left Knob to to defeat. Push again to enable. If you have a control Looking at the rear of the RS200, the Master Power the OPT position.(Figure 8 on page 8.) system for your devices, you will want CEC defeated. Switch will be directly to the left of the AC Power Inlet For HDMI and Optical volume boost adjustments see (Figure 1 on page 4). This switch will toggle power With CEC enabled, the RS200 can control a television’s “HDMI and Optical Gain Adjustment” on page 12. to the RS200 ON (I) and OFF (O). With this switch in volume, mute and unmute as well as power functions the ON position, the RS200 can be put in Power Save with compatible televisions. CEC will also ensure

6 AUX If you choose USB with the left knob (or push INPUT on the remote until USB is chosen), sound from the The AUX input accepts a 3.5mm stereo computer should be heard. male connector for analog signals. This Left is also known as an 1/8 inch stereo Data Output Right mini plug, and is the typical end used The Data Output uses a 3.5mm stereo male-to- round to connect headphones to phones or Figure 5– USB Type B Connector male cable to send control signals similar devices. This input can be Figure 4– 3.5mm to connected McIntosh source Plug for AUX Input For Apple MacIntosh computers running OSX version Data used to provide a wired connection to components. For instance, a PLAY Signal 10.6.4 and above, connect using the above cable. USB various music sources. command to a CD player can be sent N/C Audio Class 2.0 is natively supported in these OSX Data using a single remote control. This input can be chosen by turning the Left Knob to versions so the RS200 is now connected. Ground the AUX position. (Figure 8 on page 8.) Figure 6– 3.5mm For Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 (32 & 64 bit), a driver is Trig Out (Power Control) Plug for Data Output HDMI ARC (Connecting your TV) needed. Download the driver from mcintoshlabs.com. Trig Out uses a 3.5mm stereo male The Driver will be found in the Products section of The RS200 can receive audio via an HDMI cable from to male cable to send on/off signals to other connected the website under the RS200. Download the McIntosh McIntosh components using a 12- ARC enabled televisions. Audio Return Channel (ARC) USB driver for the RS200. can provide two way communication between units volt trigger signal. This allows Power Control allowing for volume control and lip-syncing functions • Go to the directory of the downloaded file. other components to automatically N/C to ensure audio and video are perfectly matched. • Right click on the file. power on and off when the RS200 This allows for more intelligent operation between does the same. Ground • Extract the files. Figure 7– 3.5mm Plug components as well as less cable clutter. Make sure Service for Power Control this feature is enabled in your TV’s setup menu. • Click on the XMOS USB file to run it. The Lip Sync function is automatic with an ARC CEC • Install the driver by agreeing. Click “yes”, “next,” This blocked USB port is only for service by qualified connection. Lip Sync can be controlled with the RS200 or “Install” to all questions. In other words, agree persons, and is not intended for USB device support or remote control and will enable adjustments of audio to to all its terms. playback. sync with accompanying video when CEC is defeated • When asked to reconnect the Device, plug in the Subwoofer Output or with the optical input. USB cable that is connected to the RS200. An external subwoofer can be connected using an RCA The HDMI ARC input is designed to be used exclusively • Finish the install. jack. The subwoofer will receive a line level mono with ARC compliant televisions. If the source is not When complete, the RS200 will be a speaker option. ARC compliant, use the optical connection for digital signal. RS200 filters will automatically be optimized sources. To select, go to “Devices” or “Devices and Printers” for integration with an external Subwoofer when depending on the version of Windows. Right click on connected and volume will track accordingly. Use the USB the RS200 Icon. Subwoofer’s sensitivity adjustment to set the initial level. A crossover setting of 100Hz is suggested. The RS200 can be connected to a computer using a Choose “Sound Settings.” USB connection. Connect the computer using a USB Right click on the XMOS speaker option and choose cable Type A to Type B cable. “Set as Default.”

7 Startup from Standby Mode requires extra time to re- establish the Wi-Fi connection. The Standby function Left Right can be enabled in the Play-Fi app under Power Sleep Knob Knob Timer in the Advanced Settings menu. The default is disabled. Mute A short press of the Right Knob for a half second or Figure 8– Knob Locations less will toggle the Mute function. The Red LED below The Knobs on the Front NET LED will progress through Rapid Blinking and the knob will flash for about 5 seconds when muted Blinking before reaching the Slow Pulse indicating that or volume is reduced to zero with the Right Knob as The Left Knob it is in set-up mode. described below. Meter Brightness Volume Input Pressing and turning the Left Knob will adjust meter Turn the Right Knob clockwise to raise the volume and Rotate the Left Knob to choose between non-wireless brightness. Clockwise for brighter and counterclockwise counterclockwise to lower it. Turning the knob either inputs: USB, HDMI, AUX and OPT. Turning the knob for less bright or off. way will unmute the sound. Lowering the volume to will stop wireless playback. Wireless inputs can only be silent will mute the sound (by definition). accessed remotely. Current input will illuminate. The Night button on the remote will toggle the meter lights on and off. In this Night Mode, when the input When maximum volume is reached, a Red LED above Bluetooth Pairing changes, the input LED will remain lit for 5 seconds and the knob will flash for about 5 seconds . then shut off. Pressing and holding the Left Knob for two seconds will Both Knobs put the RS200 into Bluetooth Pairing Mode as described in ”Other Wireless Connections” on page 5. The Right Knob Resetting the Unit NET Wi-Fi Status LED Pressing both knobs for 10 seconds will restore the unit Standby to factory settings. Holding the knobs in for 5 seconds Solid Light Connected to a wireless router When the RS200 is in operating mode, pressing and will produce a test tone and erase Bluetooth pairing info Rapid Blinking Booting up holding the Right Knob for two seconds will place the as well as stored Presets. Blinking Connecting to wireless router unit into Power Save Mode. Press the Right Knob to Two Blinks and a WPS- Wi-Fi Protected Mode return to operating mode. When the unit is in the Power The Grilles Pause setup Save Mode, the RS200 still works With Alexa™. The The two Grilles covering the Speaker Array on the left RS200 will also enter Power Save Mode if no signal Slow Pulse Access Point set-up mode. and right of the front of the RS200 can be removed by or restart command occurs after 30 minutes. If no The green NET LED indicates the status of the network pulling straight out from the unit. The Grilles are held in signal or restart command occurs after 60 minutes in place by 6 Grille Mounting Pins. To reattach the Grille, connection. If you hold the Wi-Fi symbol for 8 Power Save Mode, the RS200 will enter Standby Mode. line up the 6 Mounting Pins with the 6 holes and press seconds as descibed in the Play-Fi Setup section, the Standby Mode power consumption is less than 0.5 W.

8 evenly. of Spotify Connect. With the Spotify Connect App iHeartRadio To avoid damage, take care not to press in on the streaming can occur directly to the RS200 without With iHeartRadio, you can stream unlimited music, speakers. needing the device that is running the Play-Fi App to be part of the streaming chain. thousands of radio stations and podcasts. It is free with a premium upgrade available that eliminates ads and Streaming Music Using the Spotify App: includes search and repeat functions. DESKTOP AND WEB PLAYER The RS200 supports many of the top streaming KKbox services available. Since many are premium services that charge a fee, you will probably wish to research 1. Click in the bottom-right. KKbox is a streaming service with over 20 million some of them to see which will best suit your needs. 2. Select the device (RS200) you’d like to play on. tunes focusing on the Asian market. Though many share much of the same music, there are individual strengths, focuses and approaches that MOBILE AND TABLET DLNA distinguish the services from each other. Keep in mind 1. Play a song. The Play-Fi App is capable of recognizing any Media the streaming landscape is ever-changing so offerings 2. Tap “Devices Available” at the bottom of the Server or NAS (Network Attached Storage) device may have changed or soon will. And not all services screen. that is broadcasting over your home network, so long are available in all countries (yet). 3. Tap the device (RS200) you want to play on. as it is set up for open access utilizing standard DLNA Play-Fi will stream soundtracks up to 48kHz/16- profile and protocol. Some DLNA servers that make bit (CD Quality) with bit-for-bit accuracy and zero Internet Radio use of advanced streaming conversion or protection compression or transcoding. Many services offer will not be compatible with Play-Fi. All of the Internet Radio is a free service that gives you access to different levels of quality of streaming. Check that currently supported Play-Fi file formats can be played thousands of radio stations and podcasts from around you are receiving the quality you desire in the Setup from a compatible media server. of the streaming service. Play-Fi offers an even the world. higher resolution playback called Critical Listening Pandora Tidal Mode which can play audio files in high resolution Tidal is a subscription service with over 48 million Pandora works like a personalized radio station with (24-bit/192kHz) rendered accurately to one Play-Fi available tracks. Tidal offers a premium subscription a proprietary algorithm designed to stream music you product (such as this RS200) with no compression, which offers Tidal HIFI which has Lossless quality will like both old and new. There are several levels of down-sampling or network distortion. FLAC. subscription available: from a free version, to an ad- Amazon Music free and searchable version with higher quality audio With Amazon Music, over two million songs are available. Napster available as part of their Prime membership. Premium SiriusXM memberships offer access to tens of millions of songs. In 2016, Rhapsody streaming service rebranded as Spotify SiriusXM is a subscription service with over 200 Napster. It offers over 30 million songs ad-free for a channels of music, entertainment, comedy, news, and monthly fee. Spotify Premium provides ad-free access to millions talk radio. Over 80 stations provide a variety of music of songs as well as many ready-made playlists created in many categories all commercial free. They offer a by fans and experts. Spotify has the added feature great deal of original and exclusive content.

9 McIntosh name upsidedown and facing away from QQ Music Press Result you. The thicker end will now be the top and you QQ Music is China’s largest music streaming service Press and hold the Left Power Meter lights will should be staring at the back of the remote. Knob for 10 seconds. blink twice. Max Volume and offers tens of millions of tracks and thousands of • Pinch the remote with your index finger resting radio stations. QQ Music has free and premium tiers, LED will blink twice per second. on the Trim/Select button and your thumb on the and both local and international content. backside (facing you) opposite your index finger’s Press the remote button Power Meter lights will position. Your thumb and remote should both be NPR to be learned for volume blink twice. Min Volume pointing away from you (see Figure 9). increase. LED will blink twice per The NPR service provides access to vast amounts of second. • Use your thumb to slide the back open 3/16 of an NPR’s programming. Press the remote button Power Meter lights will inch. Slide your thumb away from you towards the DEEZER to be learned for volume blink twice. Min Volume thicker end of the remote, while your index finger goes in the opposite direction (towards you). As if Deezer offers over 53 million tracks and millions of decrease. LED will blink twice snapping your fingers in slow motion. For added playlists. You can browse curated collections by genre every 4 four seconds. strength, you can use your other hand in a similar and explore everything from Top 40 to unsigned acts. Press the remote button Power Meter lights will position above your first hand using the same to be learned for mute. blink twice. The Max technique. Make sure you do not hold the side Volume LED will glow Using Presets edge with either hand. steady. Presets are a new feature of the Play-Fi operating Press the remote button Power Meter lights blink • Lift the back off with your other hand before it experience. Four presets (1, 2, 3, 4) can be stored for to be learned for standby three times, LED state snaps closed again. You can grab the now exposed one button access. The preset numbers can be accessed toggle. changes from steady to top edge. from the top front of the RS200 or from the remote off indicating learning • It gets easier after the first time. control. Currently, these presets can be Internet Radio, session has ended. iHeartRadio, Tidal, Spotify and Pandora but more Remove and replace the battery noting the polarity services will be added to the preset feature. (printed below the battery if you forget). To store a preset, push and hold the desired number for Changing the Remote’s Battery To replace the back: Place the back in position 3/16 of 5 seconds. A new preset will be stored and any existing Someday, the AAA battery in the remote will need to an inch from the edge. The magnets will help you snap preset in that spot will be overwritten. To recall the be replaced. This is how to do it. it back into place. preset simply push the button. The back of the remote control is held in place by magnets. To remove the back of the remote to reveal the Remote Learning battery, slide the front of the remote up while sliding The RS200 is capable of learning some commands from the back of the remote down. The goal is to move the most television IR remotes. This is handy to control the back 3/16 of an inch from the top of the remote and volume of the RS200 that is optically connected to a then lift it off. There are many ways do to this, as far as television with only the television remote. positioning your fingers. To open the remote: To teach the RS200 the other remote’s commands: • Hold the remote upsidedown and backwards with Figure 9– Sliding open the remote

10 Description of Remote Control Buttons Figure 10– Remote control diagram Mutes and unmutes the audio

LED illuminates during the Powers the RS200 on or off. time a remote command is sent to the RS200.

Decreases the volume level. Increases the volume level. INPUT Source Selection Press this button to select the desired program source. Each press will Outer ring numbers 1, 2, 3 and 4 can advance to another input. be used to store and recall Play-Fi presets. NIGHT Toggles the meter lights and input LEDs on and LIP SYNC off. These two buttons adjust HDMI, USB or optically connected audio up to 150ms to sync with video.

Selects Previous Track with Selects Next Track with compatible playback sources. compatible playback sources. Play-Fi Presets Play/Pause with compatible Four presets (1, 2, 3, 4) can be stored for one-button playback sources. access. Currently, these presets can be Internet Radio, iHeartRadio, Tidal, Spotify and Pandora but more Note that the following additional discrete commands services will be added to this new feature. for external control systems are available: POWER To store a preset, push and hold the desired number for ON, POWER OFF, INPUT (Down), AUX, USB, OPT 5 seconds. A new preset will be stored and any existing (Optical), and HDMI. Contact McIntosh Technical one in that spot will be overwritten. To recall the preset Assistance or your dealer for more information. simply push the button.

11 HDMI and Optical Gain Adjustment Trademark Logo License Information The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered Many video sources such as broadcast video to television sets have sound levels that trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of are lower than typical music sources. Because of this, a volume boost has been added such marks by McIntosh Group, Inc. is under license. Other to the HDMI input making it louder. The ability to adjust the volume boost of the trademarks and trade names are those of their respective Optical input has been added so that the Optical input could be boosted as needed. owners. Qualcomm aptX is a product of Qualcomm Since not every TV follows the same standard, the ability to adjust the default volume Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. boost for HDMI and Optical inputs has been added to the RS200 starting with firmware Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, update version 3.64. registered in the United States and other countries. aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd., To adjust the volume boost: registered in the United States and other countries. • Go to HDMI or Optical input (whichever you wish to adjust). The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • With a typical source playing, adjust the volume to a midpoint level. Wi-Fi Certification provides assurance that the device has passed the interoperability test conducted by the Wi-Fi • Press and hold the Volume Knob. Alliance, a group that certifies interoperability among • While the Volume Knob is pressed, adjust the volume to a desirable mid-point wireless LAN devices. level. Clockwise for louder and counterclockwise for softer. The red LED will The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia flash below the Volume Knob if the lower level adjustment limit is reached, Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered TM and the upper red LED will flash if the upper limit is reached. trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. HIGH-DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE • Release the Volume Knob.

These settings can be changed at any time. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc. DTS, the Symbol, DTS and the Symbol together, and Digital Surround are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Trademark and License Information Amazon, Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of The McIntosh RS200 incorporates copyright protected technology that is Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. The RS200 uses the following Technologies: Trademark Logo License Information The Spotify software is subject to third party licenses found here: https://developer.spotify.com/esdk-third- Use of the Works with Apple badge means that an accessory party-licenses. has been designed to work specifically with the technology identified in the badge and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple, iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro, iPhone and AirPlay are License Notice and Trademark Acknowledgment: trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, countries. Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of To control this AirPlay 2–enabled speaker, iOS 11.4 or later Dolby Laboratories. is required.

12 Technical Specifications Bluetooth 5.0 Weight AVRCP, A2DP, aptX, aptX HD, aptX LL 29.5 pounds (13.3kg) net Power Output Rated Power 35 pounds (15.8kg) in shipping carton 650W - 400W Tweeter/Mids, 250W Woofers 100-120V/220-240V ~ 50/60Hz 400 Watts Speakers Dimensions Re-packing the RS200 Two 20mm Titanium Dome Fluid-filled Tweeters Width 24.8 inches (62.99cm) Four 50mm Titanium Inverted Dome Midranges Height 5.7 inches (14.48cm) When shipping the RS200, it is highly recommended Two 4 x 6 inch Long Throw Woofers Depth 12.6 inches (32cm) that the unit be packed as it was originally shipped HDMI/Coaxial/Optical Digital Input Rate Shipping Carton Dimensions: to avoid damage. Failure to properly pack the unit 32kHz to 192kHz, 24-Bit, Dolby Digital, DTS Width 29.4 inches (74.68cm) will likely result in damage. If you need any of the Input Sensitivity (for rated output) Height 10.8 inches (27.43cm) packing material, you can contact McIntosh Customer 2Vrms Analog Depth 16.5 inches (41.91cm) Service. Maximum Analog Input Signal 2.2Vrms Crossover Frequencies 275Hz and 4,000Hz Sub out Frequencies 20Hz to 500Hz 100Hz Acoustic Crossover Overall Frequency Range 40Hz to 20,000Hz Play-Fi Supported Audio Formats Item QTY Description Part # .mp3 (MPEG Layer III) 1 1 Power Cord (US) 310625SP .m4a, aac, ALAC (Advanced Audio Coding / Apple 2 1 Non Woven Bag 310626SP Lossless) .flac (Free Lossless Audio Codec) 3 1 Molded Foam 310627SP .wav (Waveform Audio File) 4 1 Manual 04193000 .aiff (Audio Interchange File Format) 5 2 Molded Foam 310628SP Apple Audio Formats .aiff, ALAC, .aac, .mp3, .mp4, .wav 6 1 RS200 32067000 Wi-Fi Connectivity 7 1 Plastic Bag 301629SP 802.11 a, b, g, n 2.4/5 GHz, WPS, WPA, WPA2, 8 1 Non Woven Bag 310630SP WMM 9 1 Carton 310631SP Figure 11– Packing Material

13 The continuous improvement of its products is the policy of McIntosh Laboratory Incorporated who reserve the right to improve design without notice. The RS200 is designed to employ non-McIntosh-provided services (including but not limited to Play-Fi®), some of which require separate customer subscriptions and some of which do not, as part of the Products’functionality. Because McIntosh cannot control the providers of such services or the services themselves, the owner of the Product therefore assumes all risks related to the use of services provided by anyone other than McIntosh itself. McIntosh cannot and does not warrant against, and shall have no liability of any kind for any of the following that are attributable to non-McIntosh providers or services: (i) interruption, discontinuance, or other unsatisfactory performance of service; (ii) reduced Product functionality that is so attributable; or (iii) any other loss or damage of any kind that is so attributable.

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