Mark Levinson 53 Manuel du propriétaire

No53ReferencePower AmplifierOwner’s Manual

6Mark LevinsonDO allow at least 6 inches (15.24cm) of clearance behind the amplifier so that the power cord and cables have space to bend without beco

7Nº53 Power AmplifierIf this case occurs, consider installing a dedicated AC circuit for the home theater system. Contact a licensed electrician for a

8Mark LevinsonFront PanelThe front panel contains one LED and one button, as shown. Status LEDIndicates the operating state of the Nº53 and provides b

9Nº53 Power AmplifierRear PanelThe Nº53 rear panel, shown on the left, provides power controls and all of the cable connections for the amplifier.The

10Mark LevinsonLoudspeaker BindingPostsThe Nº53 has two pairs of custom-made, gold-plated, high-current “hurricane” loudspeaker binding posts; each pa

11Nº53 Power AmplifierControlThe control section of the Nº53 rear panel contains the Ethernet and Link2 ports, the Power Save Mode switch, and the tri

12Mark LevinsonEthernet PortThis connection is designed for use with proprietary Mark Levinson external controllers, such as ML Net, and for use with

13Nº53 Power AmplifierNetwork SetupThe Nº53 reference power amplifier supports network connection through the Ethernet port. The Nº53 can connect to a

14Mark LevinsonComputerRequirementsThe PC-compatible computer used to connect to the Nº53 must have the following software installed:• Windows® 2000 o

15Nº53 Power AmplifierInternal Web PageWhen connected to a computer, the Nº53 has an internal Web page that provides access to:• Network Setup – allow

FCC NoticeThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These

16Mark Levinson• DHCP – turns the DHCP capability on or off. When activated, DHCP assigns a unique IP address to the Nº53. The factory default value i

17Nº53 Power AmplifierNetwork Setup for Windows XP1. From the Start menu, select Control Panel.2. Double-click on the Network Connections option.3. Do

18Mark Levinson7. Select the “Use the following IP address” option. The IP address,Subnet mask, and Default gateway boxes are no longer grayedout and

19Nº53 Power Amplifier8. Observe that the Status section of the Web page identifies the host name of the amplifier. The host name can be modified, but

20Mark Levinson5. The Home tab of the amplifier’s internal Web page is nowdisplayed. The tab is in red text to indicate that it is the currentpage.6.

21Nº53 Power AmplifierML NetThe ML Net protocol allows you to control two or more Mark Levinson products simultaneously via the Ethernet port. Note Si

22Mark LevinsonThe figure below illustrates a typical ML Net setup:If more devices are desired than the router can handle, connect the additional devi

23Nº53 Power AmplifierStatus ReportingThe Nº53 slave(s) can report the following status information to the master device:• Temp (Temperature) – the cu

24Mark LevinsonLink2 The main purpose of the Mark Levinson Link2 protocol is to allow a single “master” device to control other “slave” devices. Refer

25Nº53 Power AmplifierTroubleshootingIncorrect operation is sometimes mistaken for malfunction. If problems occur, use this section for troubleshootin

iii1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Do not use this apparatus near water.6. Cl

26Mark Levinsonrear panel Power switch, wait at least 10 seconds, then turn the Power switch on). If the fault cannot be resolved, contact your author

27Nº53 Power Amplifier5. Verify that the proxy server in the computer’s network setup is disabled. An active proxy server can interfere with the softw

28Mark LevinsonFault ProtectionThe Nº53 is designed to prevent damage to itself and associated components. These extensive features protect both the c

29Nº53 Power AmplifierCare & MaintenanceThe Nº53 requires routine care and maintenance to ensure optimal performance. The bulleted items indicate

30Mark LevinsonSpecificationsAll specifications are subject to change without notice.Input & Output Connectors • one balanced XLR input• one unbal

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32Mark LevinsonDeclaration of ConformityApplication of Council Directive(s):2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC, as amended.Standard(s) to Which Conformity Is

ivMark LevinsonSafety Terms & SymbolsTerms in This ManualThese terms may appear in this manual:Warning! Calls attention to a procedure, practice,

1Nº53 Power AmplifierTable of ContentsIntroduction ... 2Product Description

2Mark LevinsonIntroductionThank you for purchasing the Nº53 Reference monaural power amplifier. Totally redesigned and incorporating patented new tech

3Nº53 Power Amplifierto maintain separation while minimizing critical current loop areas. The top compartment contains the control circuitry, also wi

4Mark LevinsonWhat’s in the BoxThe Nº53 Reference monaural power amplifier includes:Product RegistrationRegister your Nº53 online at www.marklevinson.

5Nº53 Power AmplifierInstallation ConsiderationsThe Nº53 Reference power amplifier requires special care during installation to ensure optimal perform