
Experience movies with the brilliance of 4K Ultra HD, the vividness of HDR, & the immersiveness of 3D surround sound like never before with the new McIntosh MX170 A/V Processor. Complete with the latest in home theater technology,
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Experience movies in the comfort of home with the brilliance of 4K Ultra HD, the vividness of High Dynamic Range ( HDR ), and the immersiveness of 3D surround sound like never before with the new McIntosh MX170 A/V Processor. Complete with the latest in home theater technology, the MX170 has everything needed to deliver a breathtaking audio and cinema experience.
When it comes to the video requirements of a modern home theater, the MX170 comes with everything necessary. It has 8 HDMI inputs and 4 HDMI outputs that are powered by the newest and most powerful HDMI processors available. Each HDMI port is HDCP 2.2 and has 18Gbps of bandwidth to fully support 4K Ultra HD picture quality and full 4:4:4 color spacing. Audio Return Channel ( ARC ) capabilities are featured on 3 of the outputs, while the 4th features Enhanced Audio Return Channel ( eARC ) functionality. eARC offers improved bandwidth so higher resolution audio can be sent from the TV to the MX170 to deliver the best sound quality possible.
HDR formats HDR10, Dolby VisionTM and HLG are also fully supported by the MX170. When watching a video mastered in one of these formats, a dramatic improvement in color, contrast and brightness can been seen. A special HDBaseT output is included to prevent signal loss or degradation when there is a long distance between the MX170 and the screen. It also has 3D video pass- through, putting the viewer right in the middle of the action when watching their favorite 3D movies.
On the audio side, the new MX170 is compatible with all the leading object-based, 3D surround sound formats including Dolby® Atmos, DTS:XTM and Auro-3D® to give a truly immersive experience. It includes sophisticated RoomPerfectTM room correction technology that will measure and adjust the audio output to compensate for the specific acoustic properties of the room. The MX170 combined with RoomPerfect will produce a home theater surround sound system with optimized frequency response, calibrated speaker volumes, and bass control that perfectly combines the speakers with the subwoofer(s). Added flexibility in speaker selection and placement is another benefit.
To produce this immersive home theater experience, the MX170 features balanced outputs for a 15.1 surround sound speaker configuration. This allows for a multitude of speakers in the theater to create an enveloping cinematic soundstage. If the theater doesn’t have that many speakers, 4 of the outputs can be used to bi-amp some of the speakers or to drive additional subwoofers.
The MX170 comes with a full suite of digital inputs including 4 optical, 3 coaxial and 1 USB that each accept up to 24-bit/192kHz signals, plus 1 digital balanced input. There’s also a complete complement of analog audio inputs comprised of 2 balanced and 4 unbalanced inputs, a phono input and a 7.1 multichannel unbalanced input. It features some of the latest analog to digital convertor technology to maximize the audio quality of analog sources. All analog and digital devices can be custom named to simplify system operation; their volume levels can be matched to eliminate jarring changes in volume when transitioning between sources. Bass and treble controls offer further audio fine-tuning.
The MX170 takes advantage of the latest advancements in processing power to run cooler while performing better than any previous McIntosh home theater processor. Its easy to use and robust setup program allows for great customization based on each user’s needs. It has the timeless McIntosh look of a black glass front panel, control knobs, illuminated logo and custom aluminum end caps. It can be paired with a variety of amplifiers and speakers to make a complete home theater system.
Differences from MX160
• All HDMI inputs & outputs updated to 18Gbps bandwidth to support full 4K Ultra HD at 50/60Hz and 4:4:4 color
• HDMI ports powered by the newest & most powerful HDMI processors available
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) added to 1 HDMI output
Added support for Dolby Vision and HLG
Can output 16 discrete audio channels vs. 12
Updated analog to digital convertor technology to maximize the audio quality of
analog sources
Similarities to MX160
• Same number and type of inputs and outputs
• All HDMI ports are HDCP 2.2
• Bass and treble tone control
• 4 of the balanced outputs can be used to bi-amp speakers or drive additional subwoofers • Supports HDR10 high dynamic range
• 3D video pass-through
• Supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D
• Includes RoomPerfect
• Easy to use and robust setup program for customization and optimization • Same Power Control and Data ports
• Same chassis size
• Same chassis style
Connectivity
Multi-Channel Outputs Balanced
15.1
Multi-Channel Inputs Unbalanced
7.1
Stereo Inputs Balanced
2
Stereo Inputs Unbalanced
5 ( including 1 Moving Magnet Phono )
Stereo Outputs Unbalanced
1 ( Zone B )
Digital Coaxial Input
3
Digital Coaxial Output
1 ( Zone B )
Digital Optical Input
4
AES/EBU Balanced Input
1
HDMI Input
8 -HDCP 2.2, 18Gbps, 4K Ultra HD at 50/60Hz, 4:4:4 color, High Dynamic Range (Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG), 3D video pass-through
HDMI Output
4 - HDCP 2.2, 18Gbps, 4K Ultra HD at 50/60Hz, 4:4:4 color, High Dynamic Range (Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG), 3D video pass-through, (3) ARC, (1) eARC
HDBT Output
1
USB
2 Type A, 1 Type B for digital audio ( 2.0, 24-bit/192kHz Asynchronous )
Subwoofer 2 Output
4 auxiliary outputs
Network Connection
2
Max # of audio channels in Zone A
16
Additional Zone Outputs
Zone B: Analog and digital audio outputs
Advanced Connections
Ethernet Web interface and firmware update, IP-based control
Processing
Total Harmonic Distortion ( DSP Bypass )
0.005%
Dolby Processing
Atmos/True HD/Digital, EX/ProLogic IIx
DTS Processing
DTS:X/HD Master & High Res. Audio/ES/96/24, Discrete & Matrix6.1, Neo:X Auro Processing
Auro 3D, Auro-Matic, Auro 9.1, 10.1, 11.1
Pure Stereo DSP Bypass Mode
No
Video Scaling
No
High Dynamic Range ( HDR )
Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG
CONTROL
Third Party Control
RS232, Web IP, IR Input
Tone Controls
Bass and Treble with adjustable frequency
OSD Overlay on HDMI Output
Yes
Input-Output Format Indicators
9 in and 9 out
Control of McIntosh Sources
Yes, wired with data cables
General specifications
Channel Formats
15.1, 11.1 ( 7.1.4 ), 7.1, 5.1, Stereo DSP Room Correction RoomPerfect,
1/12 octave Microphone and stand included Yes
Network Features
Ethernet Control and Setup
Unique Crossover Frequency, Each Speaker
Yes
Special Features
Up to 64 input capability, 4 assignable auxiliary channels
Weight & dimensions:
Dimensions ( W x H x D )
17-1/2" (44.45cm) x 7-5/8" (19.37cm) (including feet) x 19-1/2" (49.53cm) (including front panel, knobs, and rear panel connections)
Weight
30 lbs ( 13.6 kg )
Shipping Weight
54 lbs ( 24.5 kg )