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- Page 1 Operating Manual ® Mark Levinson Nº30 Reference Digital Processor Madrigal Audio Laboratories, Inc.
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Important safety instructions Please read all instructions and precautions carefully and completely before operating your Nº30 Reference Digital Processor. 1. ALWAYS disconnect your entire system from the AC mains before connecting or disconnecting any cables, or when cleaning any component. 2. - Page 3 From all of us at Madrigal Audio Laboratories, thank you for choosing the Mark Levinson ® Nº30 Reference Digital Processor. A great deal of effort went into the design and construction of this precision device. Used properly, it will give you many years of enjoyment.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Front panel, Nº30 ..................1 Display, Nº30 ....................4 Rear panel, Nº30 ..................5 Male XLR output connector (analog) .......... 5 Female XLR input connector (digital) .......... 6 Male XLR output connector (digital) ..........7 Rear panel, PLS-330 ..................8 AC power cord polarity .............. -
Page 5: Front Panel, Nº30
MADRIGAL AUDIO LABORATORIES REFERENCE DIGITAL PROCESSOR polarity copy protect aes/ebu emphasis Nº 30 standby invert Front panel, Nº30 standby Provided the Nº30 is connected to AC power (via the PLS-330), pressing this button takes the Nº30 out of "standby" mode, turns the Display on, and enables the front-panel controls. - Page 6 Display See "Display, Nº30." display intensity Pressing this button varies the brightness of the Display. Four brightness levels are available. When power is first applied to the Nº30 (or when power is restored after an interruption), the Display is automatically set to its brightest level.
- Page 7 polarity invert Pressing this button inverts the polarity of the digital signal, to compensate for differences in phase during the recording process. Some recordings may simply "sound better" when this function is active. While polarity invert is selected, the LED above the button will light. Note: polarity invert doesn't affect the digital outputs, and isn't available for inverting the polarity of digital signals to be recorded.
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Page 8: Display, Nº30
Display, Nº30 Input alias This part of the Nº30's Display shows the type of input selected, according to the settings of the internal DIP switches (see "Assigning input aliases" in the "Installation" section of this manual). The input aliases available are: CD (Compact Disc), LD (Laser Disc), DBS (Digital Broadcast), DAT (Digital Audio Tape), VCR (Video Cassette), and AUX (other digital sources). -
Page 9: Rear Panel, Nº30
Rear panel, Nº30 right left analog output analog output balanced analog balanced analog output output communication digital inputs digital outputs ports balanced analog balanced analog output output electrical optical electrical optical digital master slave dc in monitor PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH analog dc in... -
Page 10: Female Xlr Input Connector (Digital)
communication ports These ports are reserved for connection to certain compatible Mark Levinson components. Complete instructions are included in those components' operating manuals. digital dc in This input accepts DC power from the PLS-330 (via the supplied cable equipped with two-pin connectors). Connect dc in (digital) on the rear panel of the Nº30 to the dc out (digital) on the rear panel of the PLS-330. -
Page 11: Male Xlr Output Connector (Digital)
digital outputs, electrical These outputs provide digital audio (DAS, via cables equipped with XLR-type connectors) to a digital processor, digital audio tape recorder, preamplifier, integrated amplifier, or receiver equipped with XLR-type digital inputs. Male XLR output Pin 1: Chassis ground connector (digital) Pin 2: DAS (non-inverting) -
Page 12: Rear Panel, Pls-330
Rear panel, PLS-330 right analog dc digital dc left analog dc WARNING: BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE operating voltage: THIS DEVICE, REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR 90 – 110VAC 210 – 240VAC PROPER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 105 –... -
Page 13: Ac Power Cord Polarity
AC power connector (on bottom) This input accepts AC power from the AC mains (via the supplied AC cable). Connect the female end of this cable to the PLS-330. Connect the male end of this cable to wall outlet or to an "unswitched" convenience outlet like those found on many audio components. -
Page 14: Unpacking And Placement
Unpacking and placement Unpacking Unpack your Nº30 Reference Digital Processor/PLS-330 Power Supply and remove all accessories from the cartons. Keep all packing materials for future transport. Carefully inspect your Nº30. If you find any damage or flaws, see your Mark Levinson dealer immediately. Placement The Nº30 should be placed as close as possible to your digital source equipment, thus keeping interconnect cabling as short as possible. -
Page 15: Voltage Selection
Voltage selection The PLS-330 is factory-set (internally) for 100V, 120V, 200V, 220V, or 240V AC mains operation @ 50 or 60Hz. Make sure that the label on the rear panel of the PLS-330 indicates the correct AC operating voltage for your location: operating voltage: 90 –... -
Page 16: Set-Up And Installation
Set-up and installation For your protection, review "Important safety instructions" before you PRECAUTION install your Nº30/PLS-330. Assigning input aliases The Nº30 allows you to assign one of six "aliases" to each of the eight digital inputs. The alias you assign to an input is shown on the Display when a source is selected (see "Display, Nº30"). - Page 17 4. Set the Nº30 upright again. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws securing the tower brace. Remove the brace and set it aside. Remove screws Remove tower brace 5. Touch the shield plate to equalize any remaining static charge. 6.
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Page 18: Dip Switch Positions For Input Aliases
7. As you view the inside of the Nº30 with the front panel facing you, you'll see three eight-place DIP switches along the left side: Front panel DIP 1 DIP 2 DIP 3 Each of these DIP switches' eight miniature switches corresponds to digital inputs 1 through 8. -
Page 19: Connectors And Cable
10. Tip the Nº30 onto its side again and carefully slide the top cover into place. 11. Replace the eight screws securing the top cover. Connectors and cable The Nº30 incorporates RCA-type and XLR-type electrical connectors, and EIAJ-type and ST-type optical connectors for audio signal input and output. -
Page 20: Power Connection And System Activation
Power connection Be sure all associated equipment is disconnected from the AC mains. and system activation After making all signal connections and internal adjustments, connect the left channel's analog dc in on the rear panel of the Nº30 to the left audio dc out on the rear panel of the PLS-330;... -
Page 21: Care And Maintenance
Care and maintenance To remove dust from the cabinet of the Nº30, use a feather duster. To remove dirt and fingerprints, we recommend isopropyl alcohol and a soft cloth. -
Page 22: Specifications
Specifications The correlation between published specifications and sonic quality is unreliable. A list of numbers reveals virtually nothing. All technical measurements must be subject to qualitative as well as quantitative interpretation. Measurements of the Nº30 yield excellent results by any standards. However, only those specifications that apply to its actual operation are included here. -
Page 23: Dimensions
Dimensions Nº30 Reference Digital Processor 1-3/4" 2-1/8" (44.5mm) (54mm) 15-3/4" (400.1mm) 7-1/4" (184.2mm) 4-1/4" (108mm) 7/8" (22.2mm) 1/8" (3.2mm) 2-1/4" 11-5/8" 4" (57.2mm) (295.3mm) (101.6mm) 7/8" (22.2mm) 19-3/8" (492.1mm) 1-15/16" 1-13/16" (49.2mm) 2-1/16" (46mm) (52.4mm) 5/16" (7.9mm) 15-1/2" (393.7mm) 7" 3-5/16"... -
Page 24: Pls-330 Power Supply
PLS-330 Power Supply 15-3/4" (400.1mm) 4-1/4" (108mm) 1" (25.4mm) 1-1/4" 2-1/4" (31.8mm) (57.2mm) 15-1/2" (393.7mm) 4" (101.6mm) 1-1/16" (27mm) 2-1/4" (57.2mm) 1-3/16" (30.2mm) 7/8" (22.2mm) 15-1/2" (393.7mm) 14" (355.6mm) 14-7/8" (377.8mm) 7/8" (22.2mm) 5-3/4" (146.1mm) 2-7/8" (73mm) 7/8" (22.2mm) - Page 25 2081 South Main Street, P.O. Box 781 Middletown, Connecticut 06457 USA Telephone: (203) 346-0896 or 344-9300 FAX: (203) 346-1540 ® is a registered trademark of Madrigal Audio Laboratories, Inc. 630081 ©1992 Madrigal Audio Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in USA...
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