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- Page 1 Operating Manual Mark Levinson ® Nº26 Dual Monaural Preamplifier Madrigal Audio Laboratories, Inc.
- Page 2 WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
8. NEVER block air flow through ventilation slots or heatsinks. 9. NEVER bypass any fuse. 10. NEVER replace any fuse with a value or type other than those specified. 11. NEVER attempt to repair this product. If a problem occurs, contact your Mark Levinson ® retailer. - Page 4 From all of us at Madrigal Audio Laboratories, thank you for choosing the Mark Levinson ® Nº 26 Dual Monaural Preamplifier. 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 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Front panel ....................1 Rear panel ....................3 Unpacking and placement ............... 5 Unpacking ....................5 Placement ..................... 5 Ventilation ....................5 Voltage selection ..................6 PLS-226 bottom-panel label ............6 Set-up and installation ................7 Connectors and cables ............... 7 Internal adjustments: line gain ............. -
Page 7: Front Panel
STEREO MONO AUX 1 PHONO/ MADRIGAL AUDIO LABORATORIES AUX 2 TUNER TAPE 1 INPUT TAPE 2 DEFEAT MONITOR TAPE 1 TAPE 2 DUAL MONAURAL PREAMPLIFIER Nº 26 INPUT OUTPUT RECORD SELECTOR MONITOR SELECTOR SELECTOR LEVEL BALANCE 1 BALANCE 2 Front panel RECORD SELECTOR Selects between the program source (selected via the INPUT SELECTOR), and either of two tape monitor inputs (selected via the... - Page 8 OUTPUT LEVEL Adjusts volume at the main outputs. The OUTPUT LEVEL control doesn't affect the tape outputs. Note: In some systems, particularly those with high-efficiency loudspeakers, high-gain amplifiers, and balanced interconnections, it's possible that you may hear some low- level sound through your loudspeakers even with the Nº26's OUTPUT LEVEL control set to OFF .
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Page 9: Rear Panel
BALANCED OUTPUT OPTIONAL BALANCED INPUT POWER MAIN OUT TAPE 2 OUT TAPE 1 OUT DUAL MONAURAL DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED AUX 2 SUPPLY IN U.S.A. BY PREAMPLIFIER MADRIGAL INPUT AUDIO LABORATORIES INC. Nº 26 PUSH PUSH S/N: AUX 1 PHONO/AUX 2 TUNER TAPE 2 IN TAPE 1 IN... - Page 10 TAPE 1 OUT, TAPE 2 OUT Connect these outputs to the right-channel and left-channel tape inputs of your tape machine. TAPE 1 IN, TAPE 2 IN Accept right-channel and left-channel signal leads from the tape- output connectors of a tape machine. These inputs can also be used with other line-level source equipment.
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Page 11: Unpacking And Placement
Remove all accessories from the cartons. Carefully inspect the product for damage and flaws. If you find any, see your Mark Levinson dealer immediately. Placement Place the Nº26 as close as possible to the source equipment, thus keeping interconnect cabling as short as possible. -
Page 12: Voltage Selection
SERIAL NO. DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED IN U.S.A. BY MADRIGAL AUDIO LABORATORIES INC. If the voltage indicated is incorrect, see your Mark Levinson dealer. If you wish to change the AC operating voltage of the Nº26/PLS-226, see your Mark Levinson dealer. -
Page 13: Set-Up And Installation
When connecting the Nº26 to source equipment and power amplifiers, we recommend Madrigal Audio Laboratories HPC Interconnect Cable. HPC is available in various lengths, terminated with RCA, XLR, and Camac connectors. See your Mark Levinson dealer for more information. Internal adjustments: The Nº26 offers internal gain adjustment of the line amplifiers, in 6dB... -
Page 14: Internal Adjustments: Cartridge Loading
R = 1/ (1/RD - X) RD = Desired resistance in ohms X = 0.00002 for Low-gain Phono Option, 0.0001 for High-gain Phono Option Note: We recommend precision metal-film resistors; see your Mark Levinson dealer. -
Page 15: Internal Adjustments: Varying The Input Capacitance
= Preamplifier inherent shunt capacitance (Low-gain phono option = 100pf; high-gain phono option = 1000pf) Note: We recommend high-quality polypropylene, polystyrene or Teflon capacitors; see your Mark Levinson dealer. Internal adjustments: The Nº26's optional balanced input module allows you to adjust the adjusting the input gain. -
Page 16: Power Connection And System Activation
2. Using a 3/32" Allen key, remove the four 4-40 socket-head cap screws securing the end caps on the read of the Nº26's chassis. 3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the four 4-40 screws securing the Nº26's top plate. Carefully slide the top plate to the rear and remove it. -
Page 17: Care And Maintenance
Care and maintenance To remove dust from the cabinet of the Nº26, use a feather duster. To remove dirt and fingerprints, we recommend isopropyl alcohol and a soft cloth. -
Page 18: Specifications
Telephone (203) 346-0896 (FAX (203) 346-1540 If purchased in North America, this Mark Levinson product’s warranty is owner-transferable. Warranty conditions are valid only in the country where the product was originally purchased. For warranty information and conditions on products purchased outside of North America,... -
Page 19: Dimensions
Dimensions 3/8" (9.5) 7/64" (2.5) Dimensions, Nº26, top view 1-1/8" (28.7) 3/4" dia. (19.1) 17-19/64" (439.4) 15-3/64" 17-1/2" (382.0) (444.5) 1-1/4" 10-1/2" (31.8) (266.7) 13-1/8" (333.4) Dimensions, Nº26, side view 2-35/64" 2-3/4" (64.8) (69.9) 7/16" 7/64" (11.1) (2.5) -
Page 20: Dimensions, Pls-226, Side View
3/8" (9.5) 7/64" (2.5) Dimensions, PLS-226, 1-1/8" (26.7) top view 3/4" dia. (19.1) 7-13/32" (187.9) 7-39/64" 5-9/64" (193.0) (130.6) 1-1/4" 10-1/2" (31.8) (266.7) 13-1/8" (333.4) Dimensions, PLS-226, side view 2-35/64" 2-3/4" (64.8) (69.9) 7/16" 7/64" (11.1) (2.5) - Page 21 MADRIGAL AUDIO LABORATORIES 2081 South Main Street, P.O. Box 781 Middletown, Connecticut 06457 USA Telephone: (203) 346-0896 Fax: (203) 346-1540 ® is a registered trademark of Madrigal Audio Laboratories, Inc. ©1993 Madrigal Audio Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. 630031-1 Printed in U.S.A.