McIntosh CR16 - SERVICE User manual

McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 139 3-2699 Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Owners
Manual
CR16
CR16 Audio/Video Multizone Control System

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS!
PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE
OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
WARNING - TO REDUCE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lightning flash with arrowhead,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage within
the products enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.
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.
The e clamation point within an equi-
lateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servic-
ing) instructions in the literature ac-
companying the appliance.
General:
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Warning: To reduce risk of fire or electrical shock,
do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
This unit is capable of producing high sound pres-
sure levels. ontinued exposure to high sound pres-
sure levels can cause permanent hearing impair-
ment or loss. User caution is advised and ear protec-
tion is recommended when playing at high volumes.
6. aution: to prevent electrical shock do not use this
(polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle
or other outlet unless the blades can be fully in-
serted to prevent blade exposure.
Attention: pour pevenir les chocs elecriques pas
utiliser cette fiche polarisee avec un prolongateur,
une prise de courant ou un autre sortie de courant,
sauf si les lames peuvent etre inserees afond ans en
laisser aucune partie a decouvert.
7. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
8. nly use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Installation:
9. The equipment shall be installed near the AC Socket
utlet and the disconnect device shall be easily acces-
sible.
10. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accor-
dance with the manufacturers instructions.
11.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other equipment (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
12. Do not use this equipment near water.
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.
14. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the manu-
facturer, or sold with the equipment.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/equipment combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
onnection:
15. Connect this equipment only to the type of AC power
source as marked on the unit.
16. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the equipment.
17. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug.

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A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
18. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or inte-
gral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk
of fire or electric shock.
19. To completely disconnect this equipment from the AC
Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the
AC receptacle.
are of Equipment:
20. Clean only with a dry cloth.
21. Do not permit objects or liquids of any kind to be
pushed, spilled and/or fall into the equipment through
enclosure openings.
22. Unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet
when left unused for a long period of time.
Repair of Equipment:
23.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Ser-
vicing is required when the equipment has been dam-
aged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the equipment, the equipment has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
24. Do not attempt to service beyond that described in the
operating instructions. All other service should be re-
ferred to qualified service personnel.
25. When replacement parts are required, be sure the ser-
vice technician has used replacement parts specified by
McIntosh or have the same characteristics as the origi-
nal part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
26. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this prod-
uct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in proper operating
condition.
Customer Service
Technical Assistance
Please Take A Moment
Thank You
Copyright 2000 ã by McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
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:
Your decision to own this McIntosh CR16 Audio/Video
Control System ranks you at the very top among discrimi-
nating 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.
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Dealer Name:
If it is determined that your McIntosh product is in need of
repair, you can return it to your dealer. You can also return
it to the McIntosh Laboratory Service Repair department.
For assistance on factory repair return procedure, contact
the McIntosh Repair Department at:
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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 addi-
tional help concerning a suspected problem, you can re-
ceive technical assistance for all McIntosh products at:
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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1. Connecting Cables and Connectors are available from the
McIntosh Parts Department:
Data and Power Control Cable Part No. 170-202
Six foot, shielded 2 cond ctor, with 1/8 inch stereo mini
phone pl g on each end.
MX130/C39 to CR16 Cable Part No. 170-203
Three foot, DB25, Shielded, straight thro gh, 25
cond ctor male-to-male cable.
MX132 to CR16 and CR16 to CR16 Cable Part No.
170-430
Six foot, DB37, shielded, straight thro gh, 37 cond ctor
male-to-male cable.
Control Center to Multi C annel Power Amplifier Cable
Part No. 170-631
Six foot, DB25, shielded, straight thro gh, 25 cond ctor
male-to-female cable.
CR16 Keypad Terminal Plug Part No. 117-634
Five Pin connector for attaching the 4 cond ctor cable to
the CR16 Keypad Socket.
2. The Main AC Power going to the CR16 and any other
McIntosh Component(s) sho ld not be applied ntil all the
system components are connected together. When the CR16
and other McIntosh Components are in their Standby Power
Off Mode the Microprocessors Circ itry inside each
component is active and comm nication is occ rring between
them. Fail re to do so co ld res lt in malf nctioning of some
or all of the systems normal operations.
Safety Instructions ............................................................ 2
Thank You and Please Take a Moment............................. 3
Technical Assistance and Customer Service .................... 3
Table of Contents and General Notes ............................... 4
Connector Information ..................................................... 5
Introduction ...................................................................... 6
Performance Features ....................................................... 6
Dimensions ....................................................................... 7
Installation ........................................................................ 8
Rear Panel Controls, Connections and Switches ............... 9
How to Connect the CR16 with a MX132 ...................... 10
How to Connect the CR16 with a MX130/C39............... 12
How to Connect the CR16 in a Stand Alone System ...... 14
How to Connect Additional CR16s in a System ............ 16
Zone Location and Setting Listings ................................. 18
CR16 Front Panel Displays, Push-Buttons,
and Switch ....................................................................... 20
How to perate................................................................ 21
How to perate in Remote Zones ................................... 22
How to Program the CR16 .............................................. 22
Remote Control Push-Buttons ......................................... 24
How to perate by Remote Control ................................ 25
Specifications .................................................................. 26
Packing Instructions ........................................................ 27
Table of Contents
eneral Notes
3. Up to fo r sensors or keypads can be wired in parallel for a
single zone and p to six CR16s can be connected together in
one system, along with a MX132/MX130/C39.
4. For additional information on Video/A dio connections, refer
to the owners man al(s) for the component(s).
5. The CR16 Inp t So rce Name DVD is eq ivalent to V-
A x on some McIntosh Keypads, Remote Controls and
A dio/Video Control Centers.
6. If the CR16 is interconnected with a McIntosh MX132/
MX130/C39 A/V Control Center, and both components are
located together, the internal front panel IR sensor on all the
CR16(s) m st be disabled. When m ltiple CR16s are
connected together in a stand alone system, the front panel
sensors on all the CR16s, except for the first CR16, also need
to be disabled. This avoids interference problems ca sed by
sending remote control IR commands sim ltaneo sly to the
front panel sensors of all the nits. To disable the CR16 Front
Panel Sensor, move the recessed slide switch to the Off
position. It is located thro gh the opening in the bottom panel
behind the Front Panel between the RESET and MUTE P sh-
b ttons.
7. When the CR16 is connected with a MX132/MX130/C39 A/V
Control Center, certain Analog A dio Inp ts and their Data
Control Signals from the A/V Control Center are passed on to
the CR16 via the DB37 or DB25 connectors. The MX132 has
re-assignable inp t names; the n mber in parenthesis, to the
left of the factory defa lt names, refers to act al connections
on the rear panel of the MX132.
CR16 Inp ts MX132 Inp ts MX130/C39 Inp ts
TUNER TUN (0) TUNER
AUX AUX (1) AUX
CD CD2 (3) CD2
TAPE TAPE 1 (4) TAPE 1
TV TV (7) None
LV LV (8) None
VCR VCR1 (9) None
DVD DVD (11) None
8. If an A dio So rce Component, s ch as a separate t ner, is
connected to the CR16 T ner Inp t and the CR16 is
connected to a McIntosh A/V Control Center (MX132/
MX130) conflict will occ r between the two t ners. To
prevent this from happening it is necessary to disable, in the
DB37 or DB25 interconnecting cable between the two nits,
the Left & Right A dio along with the Data Control for that
inp t. This can be simply performed by c tting o t the three
pins for that inp t. The pin o ts for both the DB37 and DB25
connectors are shown below:

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eneral Notes and Connector Information
Controller Input B (DB37 Connector):
1. Accessory-On 14. LV-Left 26. CD-Data
2. SYS-Off 15. TV-Left 27. N/C
3. S m Data 16. A x-Left 28. N/C
4. DVD-Data 17. Tape 1-Left 29. Gro nd
5. LV-Data 18. T ner-Left 30. DVD-Right
6. A x-Data 19. CD-Left 31. VCR-Right
7. T ner-Data 20. Video Power 32. LV-Right
8. N/C 21. Gro nd 33. TV-Right
9. N/C 22. Home-Data 34. A x-Right
10. N/C 23. VCR-Data 35. Tape-Right
11. Gro nd 24. TV-Data 36. T ner-Right
12. DVD-Left 25. Tape-Data 37. CD-Right
13. VCR-Left
Controller Input A (DB25 Connector):
1. A x-Left 10. N/C 19. CD-Right
2. TV-Left 11. CD 2-Data 20. SYS-Off
3. N/C 12. Tape 1-Data 21. Accessory On
4. Tape 1-Left 13. Video Power 22. A x-Data
5. T ner-Left 14. A x-Right 23. S m Data
6. CD 2-Left 15. TV-Right 24. N/C
7. Gro nd 16. N/C 25. Home Data
8. Gro nd 17. Tape 1-Right
9. T ner-Data 18. T ner-Right
9. When connecting a dedicated so rce component to the
ZONE AUX IN Jacks, it is important to also connect a data
cable to the ZONE AUX IN DATA Jack. If a McIntosh
Component witho t a Data Port or a non-McIntosh
Component is connected to the ZONE AUX IN Jacks, it is
important to insert a stereo mini phone pl g with the tip to
ring shorted together. This allows the CR16 to process the
signal present at the ZONE AUX IN Jacks instead of the
so rce connected to the reg lar AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT
Jacks, for that Zone only.
Connector Information
Keypad Terminal onnector
To use a WK-3 or WK-4 keypad, connect the shield and
four leads of a shielded 4 conductor cable to a keypad ter-
minal connector, according to the numbers listed below.
There is a similar numbered connector built-in to each key-
pad.
1. Supply Voltage Positive
2. Supply Voltage Negative
3. Cable Shield
4. Signal Data
5. Signal Data Gnd.
Balanced Outputs Din onnector Pin Layout
Note: Refer to fig re 1.
1. Left Channel (-)
2. (Not used)
3. Right Channel(-)
4. Left Channel Gnd.
5. Right Channel Gnd.
6. Left Channel (+)
7. Right Channel (+)
Multi- hannel Din onnector Pin Layout
Note: Refer to fig re 1.
1. Zone 3-Pwr. Ctrl. 5. Video Power
2. Zone 1-Pwr. Ctrl. 6. Zone 4-Pwr. Ctrl.
3. Pwr. Ctrl. (Main) 7. Gnd.
4. Zone 2-Pwr. Ctrl.
Pwr. trl. Din onnector Pin Layout
Note: Refer to fig re 1.
1. Zone 3-Pwr. Ctrl. 5. Video Power
2. Zone 1-Pwr. Ctrl. 6. Zone 4-Pwr. Ctrl.
3. Power n utput 7. Gnd.
4. Zone 2-Pwr. Ctrl.
RS 232 DB9 onnector Pin Layout
1. N/C 6. N/C
2. Data ut (TXD)In (RXD) 7. N/C
3. Data In (RXD) 8. N/C
4. N/C 9. N/C
5. Gnd.
Multi- hannel Amp DB25 onnector Pin Layout
1. Zone 2-Left 14. Zone 2-Left Gnd.
2. Zone 1-Left 15. Zone 1-Left Gnd.
3. Zone 2-Right 16. Zone 2-Right Gnd.
4. Zone 3-Left 17. Zone 3-Left Gnd.
5. Zone 1-Right 18. Zone 1-Right Gnd.
6. Zone 3-Right 19.Zone 3-Right Gnd.
7. Zone 4-Left 20. Zone 4-Left Gnd.
8. Zone 4-Right 21. Zone 4-Right Gnd.
9. N/C 22. N/C
10. N/C 23. Zone 3-Pwr. Ctrl.
11. Zone 1-Pwr. Ctrl. 24. Zone 4-Pwr. Ctrl.
12. Zone 2-Pwr. Ctrl. 25. Pwr. Ctrl. Gnd. (Main)
13. Pwr. Ctrl. (Main)
Figure 1

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Performance Features
Introduction
· Four Independent Preamplifiers
The CR16 consists of four independent stereo Audio/Video
preamplifiers that can be remotely controlled from four
separate zones. The front panel display shows the status of
each zone.
· Separate Programming
Each of the four zones can be programmed from the CR16
front panel for selection of signal source and wake-up vol-
ume level.
· Eight Source Selection
Select any of four stereo audio/video signal sources, and
four stereo audio signal sources in each zone using a Key-
pad or Remote Control.
· Local Source Zone Selection
An audio/video or audio only signal source component can
be dedicated to operate only in a specific zone.
· Independent Zone Tone Adjustment
Individual bass and treble controls for each zone allow tone
shaping to optimize audio performance for different speak-
ers and room acoustics.
· Video Switching
Matched and buffered video switching ensures perfect pic-
ture integrity from the latest high resolution video sources.
· Four Keypads and/or Sensors per Zone
Each remote zone can accommodate up to four keypads or
wall sensors to select and operate all the available signal
source components.
Now you can take advantage of traditional McIntosh stan-
dards of excellence in the CR16 advanced design Audio/
Video Multizone Control System. You only need to push a
button on a remote controller or a keypad to enjoy music
and video programs throughout your home with McIntosh
quality and reliability. The heart of the CR16 consists of
four, independent, remotely controlled stereo preamplifiers.
· Front Panel LED Status Indicators
Long life LED indicators show active zones, program
source that has been selected and volume level in each
zone.
· RS 232 Port
Allows for control of the CR16 with Remote Control
Touch Panels and other external control systems.
· Zone Volume Trim Adjustment
The CR16 provides for each Zone, the adjustment of maxi-
mum Volume to compensate for differences in speaker effi-
ciency and room acoustics.
· Front Panel Source Selection
The CR16 Front Panel allows for selection of the source
and volume in all four zones at any time.
· Buffered Video Outputs
Each CR16 Video Input also has an corresponding Video
utput. The Video utputs are buffered by special Video
Amplifiers to prevent signal degradation and allows the
Video Signal Source to pass onto the next CR16 or the
McIntosh Audio/Video Control Center.
· Multiple Multizone apable
Multiple McIntosh CR16s Controllers can be connect to-
gether for additional zones. Six CR16s can provide a total
of 24 independent zones.
· Zone ontrol Lockout
The CR16 has a unique control system that permits a se-
lected zone to have access to a specific source and adjust
the volume for the source, but prevents controlling the
functioning for that source in that zone.
Introduction and Performance Features

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CR16 Dimensions
The following dimensions can assist in determining the
best location for your CR16. There is additional informa-
tion on the next page pertaining to installing the CR16 into
cabinets.
CR16 Dimensions
17-1/2"
44.45cm
6-5/16"
16.03cm
7-5/8"
19.37cm
15-3/4"
40.01cm
3/16"
0.48cm
13 -1/4"
33.66cm
17"
43.18cm
Front View of the CR16
Rear View of the CR16
Side View of the CR16
7-1/8"
18.10cm
13/16"
2.06cm
14-9/16"
36.99cm
6-1/2"
16.51cm
11-17/32"
29.29cm 29/32"
2.30cm

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Installation
Installation
The CR16 can be placed upright on a table or shelf, stand-
ing on its four 1 inch high feet. The four feet may be re-
moved from the bottom of the CR16 when it is custom in-
stalled as outlined below. The four feet together with the
mounting screws should be retained for possible future use
if the CR16 is removed from the custom installation and
used free standing. It also can be custom installed in a
piece of furniture
or cabinet of your
choice. The re-
quired panel cut-
out, ventilation
cutout and unit
dimensions are
shown.
Always pro-
vide adequate
ventilation for
your CR16. Cool
operation ensures
the longest pos-
sible operating
life for any elec-
tronic instrument.
Do not install the
CR16 directly
above a heat gen-
erating component
such as a high
powered ampli-
fier. If all the
components are
installed in a
single cabinet, a
quiet running ven-
tilation fan can be
a definite asset in
maintaining all
the system com-
ponents at the
coolest possible
operating tem-
perature.
A custom cabi-
net installation
should provide the
following mini-
mum spacing di-
mensions for cool
3 -1/2"
8.89cm
6- 5/8 "
16.83cm
17- 1/16 "
43.34cm
Cutout Opening for Custom Mounting
CR16 Front Panel
Custom Cabinet Cutout
9 -5/32"
24.77cm
15- 5/32 "
38.50cm
2- 13/16 "
7.14cm
Cutout
Opening
for
Ventilation
Cutout Opening for Ventilation
Support
Shelf
Cabinet
Front
Panel
Chassis
Spacers
CR16 Side View
in Custom Cabinet
CR16 Bottom View
in Custom Cabinet
1/2 "
1.27cm
9- 25/64 "
23.85cm
operation. Allow at least 2 inches (5.08 cm) above the top,
2 inches (5.08cm) below the bottom and 1 inch (2.54 cm)
on each side of the Control Center, so that airflow is not
obstructed. Allow 20 inches (50.8 cm) depth behind the
front panel. Be sure to cut out a ventilation hole in the
mounting shelf according to the dimensions in the drawing.

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Rear Panel Controls, Connections and Switches
Connect the CR16
power cord to a live
AC outlet. Refer to
information on the
back panel to deter-
mine the correct
voltage
EX (external)
SENSOR for a
McIntosh Key-
pad or IR sensor
DA A POR s send
signals to compatible
source components to
allow for remote con-
trol functioning
PWR C L sends
a turn-on signal
to a McIntosh
Component
BALANCED
OU PU S
send signals to
power ampli-
fier inputs and
the switch that
selects Fixed
or Variable
Outputs
HOME Data Port
connects to the op-
tional HC-1 Home
Controller
UNBALanced
OU PU S feed
signals to power
amplifier inputs
AUDIO INPU S accept
signals from the outputs
of source components
BASS and REBLE
controls provide
±12dB adjustment
from the flat center
position
O NEX CON ROLLER
connects to the next CR16
Controller Input B
CON ROLLER INPU A connects
to a McIntosh A/V Control Center
Dedicated Local
Zone Audio/
Video Signal
Source
Keypad connector
allows use of
WK-3 or WK-4
keypads
Level control
provides ± 6dB
adjustment, for
the maximun
volume level,
from the center
position
MUL I-CHANNEL
AMP connects to a
McIntosh multi-chan-
nel power amplifier
MUL I-CHANNEL
connector which
sends a turn-on sig-
nal to a McIntosh
multi-channel power
amplifier
RS232 connector
for use with an
external control
system
VIDEO INPU S
for Video signal
source components
VIDEO OU PU S to send video
signals to another CR16 or to a
McIntosh Control Center
POWER
CON ROL
Outputs send
turn-on signals
to a McIntosh
Power Con-
troller
VIDEO OU O
MONitor sends a
video signal to a
monitor/ V
CON ROLLER INPU B
connects from a previous
CR16 Controller or McIntosh
A/V Control Center

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McIntosh Keypad
1. Connect a McIntosh Multi-Channel Amplifier with a
DB25 computer type cable from the CR16 Multi-Chan-
nel Amp connector to amplifier input connector.
Note: Both a dio and zone power control pass thro gh this
cable. Discrete zone a dio cables may also be sed,
either balanced or nbalanced. Refer to page 4 for the
DIN pl g balanced terminal connections. Also connect a
cable from the CR16 DIN M lti-Channel Amp connector
to the matching connector on the amplifier to provide
zone power control.
2. Connect a WK-3/WK-4 keypad, using 4 conductor
shielded cable to a zone terminal connector.
Note: A WK-2 keypad or R649 Wall Sensor connected to the
Zone Sensor Connector with RG6 or RG59U coax cable
may also be sed.
3. Connect the video outputs of A/V source components
to the CR16 video inputs and the CR16 video outputs
to the matching MX132 video inputs.
4. Connect the Audio utputs from A/V source compo-
nents to the matching MX132 Inputs.
5. For a dedicated Zone Source Component, connect the
Audio/Video utputs and the Data Port Input to the
CR16 Zone Aux In connectors.
6. Connect the Video ut To Mon to the Video input of a
remote zone TV or monitor.
7. Connect a DB37 cable from the CR16 Controller Input
B Connector to the To Multizone Controller Connector
on a McIntosh MX132.
8. Connect a Power Control cable from the CR16
P WER CTL (Control) jack to the Power Control In
of a McIntosh Tuner.
9. Connect a Power Control cable from the McIntosh
Tuner Power Control ut Jack to the Power Control In
of a McIntosh DVD Player and then onto the next
McIntosh Source Component.
10. Connect a Data cable from the CR16 DVD DATA
P RT to the DATA IN of a McIntosh DVD Player.
11. Connect the CR16 power cord to a live AC outlet.
How to Connect the CR16 with a MX132 Monitor/TV
McIntosh Eight Channel Amplifier

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McIntosh Tuner
McIntosh DVD Player
How to Connect the CR16 with a MX132
McIntosh A/V Control Center
To AC Outlet

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McIntosh Keypad
1. Connect a McIntosh Multi-Channel Amplifier with a
DB25 computer type cable from the CR16 Multi-Chan-
nel Amp connector to amplifier input connector.
Note: Both a dio and zone power control pass thro gh this
cable. Discrete zone a dio cables may also be sed,
either balanced or nbalanced. Refer to page 4 for the
DIN pl g balanced terminal connections. Also connect
a cable from the CR16 DIN M lti-Channel Amp
connector to the matching connector on the amplifier to
provide zone power control.
2. Connect a WK-3/WK-4 keypad, using 4 conductor
shielded cable to a zone terminal connector.
Note: A WK-2 keypad or R649 Wall Sensor connected to the
Zone Sensor Connector with RG6 or RG59U coax cable
may also be sed.
3. Connect a DB25 cable from the CR16 Controller Input
A Connector to the To Multiroom Controller Connector
on a McIntosh MX130/C39.
Note: The DB25 cable passes only the CD2, T ner, Tape 1 and
A x a dio along with matching Data, Sys Off and
Power Control signals from the control center to the
CR16.
4. Connect the video outputs of A/V source components
to the CR16 video inputs and the CR16 video outputs
to the matching MX130/C39 video inputs.
5. Connect the Audio utputs from A/V source compo-
nents to both the CR12 and C39/MX130 inputs using a
Y adapter if necessary.
6. For a dedicated Zone Source Component, connect the
Audio/Video utputs and the Data Port Input to the
CR16 Zone Aux In connectors.
7. Connect the Video ut to Mon to the Video input of a
remote zone TV or monitor.
8. Connect a Power Control cable from the CR16
P WER CTL (Control) jack to the Power Control In
of a McIntosh Tuner.
9. Connect a Power Control cable from the McIntosh
Tuner Power Control ut Jack to the Power Control In
of a McIntosh DVD Player and then
onto the next McIntosh Source
Component.
10. Connect a Data cable from the
CR16 DVD DATA P RT and the
MX130/C39 DATA P RT to the
DATA IN of a McIntosh DVD
Player inputs using a Y adapter if
necessary.
11. Connect the CR16 power cord to a
live AC outlet.
How to Connect the CR16 with a MX130/C39 Monitor/TV
McIntosh Eight Channel Amplifier

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McIntosh A/V Control Center
McIntosh Tuner
McIntosh DVD Player
How to Connect the CR16 with a MX130/C39
To AC Outlet
Y Adapters

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McIntosh Keypad
1. Connect a McIntosh Multi-Channel Amplifier with a
DB25 computer type cable from the CR16 Multi-Chan-
nel Amp connector to amplifier input connector.
Note: Both a dio and zone power control pass thro gh this
cable. Discrete zone a dio cables may also be sed,
either balanced or nbalanced. Refer to page 4 for the
DIN pl g balanced terminal connections. Also connect a
cable from the CR16 DIN M lti-Channel Amp connector
to the matching connector on the amplifier to provide
zone power control.
2. Connect a WK-3/WK-4 keypad, using 4 conductor
shielded cable to a zone terminal connector.
Note: A WK-2 Keypad or R649 Wall Sensor connected to the
Zone Sensor Connector with RG6 or RG59U coax cable
may also be sed.
3. Connect the Video utputs of A/V Source Components
to the CR16 Video Inputs.
5. For a dedicated Zone Source Component, connect the
Audio/Video utputs and the Data Port Input to the
CR16 Zone Aux In connectors.
6. Connect the Video ut to Mon to the Video input of a
remote zone TV or monitor.
7. Connect a Power Control cable from the CR16
P WER CTL (Control) jack to the Power Control In
of a McIntosh Tuner.
8. Connect a Power Control cable from the McIntosh
Tuner Power Control ut Jack to the Power Control In
of a McIntosh DVD Player and then onto the next
McIntosh Source Component.
9. Connect a Data cable from the CR16 DVD DATA
P RT to the DATA IN of a McIntosh DVD Player.
10. Connect the CR16 power cord to a live AC outlet.
Monitor/TV
McIntosh Eight Channel Amplifier
How to Connect the CR16 in a Stand Alone
System

15
McIntosh Tuner
McIntosh DVD Player
To AC Outlet
How to Connect the CR16 in a Stand Alone System

16
McIntosh Keypad
1. Connect a McIntosh Multi-Channel Amplifier with a
DB25 computer type cable from the CR16 Multi-Chan-
nel Amp connector to amplifier input connector.
Note: Both a dio and zone power control pass thro gh this
cable. Discrete zone a dio cables may also be sed,
either balanced or nbalanced. Refer to page 4 for the
DIN pl g balanced terminal connections. Also connect a
cable from the CR16 DIN M lti-Channel Amp connector
to the matching connector on the amplifier to provide
zone power control.
2. Connect a WK-3/WK-4 keypad, using 4 conductor
shielded cable to a zone terminal connector.
Note: A WK-2 keypad or R649 Wall Sensor connected to the
Zone Sensor Connector with RG6 or RG59U coax cable
may also be sed.
3. Connect the video outputs of A/V source components
to the CR16 video inputs and the CR16 video outputs
to the next CR16 video inputs.
5. For a dedicated Zone Source Component, connect the
Audio/Video utputs and the Data Port Input to the
CR16 Zone Aux In connectors.
6. Connect the Video ut to Mon to the Video input of a
remote zone TV or monitor.
7. Connect a DB37 cable from the CR16 Controller To
Next Controller utput Connector to the Controller In-
put B Connector on the next CR16.
8. Connect a Power Control cable from the CR16
P WER CTL (Control) jack to the Power Control In
of a McIntosh Tuner.
9. Connect a Power Control cable from the McIntosh
Tuner Power Control ut Jack to the Power Control In
of a McIntosh DVD Player and then onto the next
McIntosh Source Component.
10. Connect a Data cable from the CR16 DVD DATA
P RT to the DATA IN of a McIntosh DVD Player.
11. Connect the CR16 power cord to a live AC outlet.
Monitor/TV
McIntosh Eight Channel Amplifier
How to Connect Additional CR16s in a
System

17
McIntosh Tuner
McIntosh DVD Player
Additional CR16
To AC Outlet
How to Connect Additional CR16s in a System
To next CR16
or A/V Control Center
To next CR16
or A/V Control Center

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CR16 Front Panel Displays, Push-Buttons and Switch
Disables the
control opera-
tions of acces-
sory compo-
nents in any
Zone
Program an ac-
cessory turn-on
command when
that source is
selected
LED is on when the
AC power cord is
connected to a live
AC outlet, and the
front panel POWER
switch is turned to
ON
he LED Displays
indicate what signal
sources have been
selected for each
Zone
Mutes or unmutes
audio in any Zone
that is turned-on
Selects the Zone
you wish to control
or program
urns all AC
power on or off
Resets all CR16
microprocessors
Select any one of the Audio
or Audio/Video signal
sources for use in any Zone
urns off the entire
McIntosh Audio/
Video System
Issues a transport
play command
when that source
is selected
he digital display indi-
cates the % (Percent) of
the maximum volume for
the zone selected. After 10
seconds the display reverts
to the volume setting for
Zone 1
Adjust the
volume level
up or down in
any Zone
urns on or off a
specific Zone to
operate or to allow
programming
he LED indicates
if the mute func-
tion is active for
the Zone selected
he LEDs indicate
which Zones are
turned-on
IR Sensor receives
commands from a
remote control
he LEDs indicate which Zone
has front panel control and when
it is in the programming mode
he LED indicates if the
zone selected has the ac-
cessory control off com-
mand programmed
he LED indicates if
the Zone selected has
the accessory on com-
mand programmed
he LED indicates if the
Zone selected has the
transport play command
programmed