McIntosh MDLP2 - Manual (Page 9)

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Installation
For the best possible image reproduction by the McIntosh
MDLP2 Video Projector, it is important to observe the fol-
lowing:
CAUTION: The MDLP2 Video Projector weight
is 40 pounds (18.14 kilograms). When
mounting the projector to a building
structure it is important to follow all of
the local building/constuction codes.
1. Decide on a viewing area with either subdued and/
or controlled ambient lighting.
2. Choose a projector screen designed specifically to
work with images from a DLP Projector.
3. Locate the position of the MDLP2 Projector rela-
tive to the projector screen to maximize image
quality and minimize optical distortions.
4. Provide adequate ventilation.
The information below and on the following pages will as-
sist in the location of the Projector. It is recommended that
the Professionals at your McIntosh Dealer, who are skilled
in all aspects of installation and operation, install the
MDLP2 Video Projector and any associated audio/video
equipment.
Installation Overview
Ventilation
Always provide adequate ventilation for your MDLP2.
Cool operation ensures the longest possible operating life
for any electronic instrument. Do not install the MDLP2
directly above a heat generating component. Refer to fig-
ures 1 and 2.
The MDLP2 is designed to be placed upright on a solid
flat surface, resting on its three feet with unrestricted air
flow around it. Allow at least 1 foot (30.48 cm) of space
between the Primary Warm Air Exit ventilation holes and
the nearest wall or obstruction. There should be at least
3 inches (7.62 cm) between the Primary Cool Air Input
ventilation holes and the nearest wall or obstruction. The
ambient air temperature should not exceed 95°F (35°C).
The projector uses two primary and three secondary
cool air input vents together with one primary warm air
exit vent. Refer to the illustration on this page. The air flow
in or out of these vents needs to be unrestricted at all times
during operation.
In the event the MDLP2 is to be placed into an enclo-
sure restricting air flow around the projector, some type of
ducted forced air venting system would need to be imple-
mented for the primary input 1 and 2 vents along with the
primary exit vent.
2
MDLP2 Bottom View
MDLP2 Rear View
Primary
Cool Air
Input No. 2
Primary
Cool Air
Input No. 1
Secondary Cool Air
Input No. 3
Secondary Cool Air
Input No. 1
Primary
Warm Air
Exit
Secondary Cool Air
Input No. 2
Figure 1
Figure 2