Pure Stereo is "Pure Stereo", use the "2 Channel" selection. I’m pretty sure that will include the subs.. I don’t use Sub out, on anything.. I just split the signal on the mains.. It’s the best way to get a full signal for the subs, too. You won’t have "Sub control" on the AV unit BUT you will still have loudness, bass tone control, and of course volume. Any other settings, like XO, (60-80hz or below) phase, gain, and any OB PEQ or full blown DSP. Use the subs.
When you enable the onboard Mac Bass system, that CAN cut the signal to your mains.. make sure they are set to "Large" speakers too..
That is an option or two..
BTW, I’m a Mac guy, no smack talkin’ from me, I own um. I love um... 50 years this summer.. Wonderful product.. Great support. (2) MX110, MX120 and MX121. The 120 is one of the BEST three speaker set ups around.. and or course the MX110z.. just one of the best preamps/phono stages EVER made for the money.
Tough to beat a Mcintosh. C, MC and of course the MX series.. Mac 1700 and 1900. not so much...
Regards