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Owner’s Manual
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N 51
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Important Safety Instructions 1. Read and keep these instructions. 2. Heed all warnings. 3. Follow all instructions. 4. Do not use this apparatus near water. 5. Clean only with a dry cloth. 6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or another apparatus that produces heat. 7. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a t
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Mark Levinson Documentation Conventions This document contains general safety and operation instructions for the Nº 51 Media Player. It is important to read this document before attempting to use this product. Please pay particular attention to safety instructions. Appears on the component to indicate the presence of non-insulated, dangerous voltages inside the enclosure – voltages that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock. Appears on the component to indicate important operati
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Nº51 Media Player Table of Contents Table of Contents Section: 1 Getting Started About the No51 Media Player ..........................................1-1 The Chassis ...................................................................... 1-1 The Transport ................................................................... 1-1 The Power Supply ............................................................ 1-2 The Video Processor ......................................................... 1-2 The Audi
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Nº51 Media Player Table of Contents Restoring Factory-default Settings ....................................5-3 Care & Maintenance .........................................................5-4 Appendix Specifications .................................................................. A-1 Declaration of Conformity ............................................... A-4 Audio Menu Tree ............................................................ A-5 Video Menu Tree .......................................
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Getting Started 1 o About the N 51 Media Player The Nº51 Media Player is a milestone product for Mark Levinson. All-new in design, the Nº51 Media Player combines a DVD-Video processor that provides extremely high-quality picture and sound for the ultimate in movie cinema reproduction, and a CD processor, capable of music playback that exceeds that of high-end stand- alone CD players. There are five areas of design in the Nº51; each carefully crafted element surpasses its design criteria an
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Getting Started Mark Levinson � A damper bridge, machined from solid aluminum to increase mass and rigidity and eliminate flexure from day-to-day operation and to promote stability in the physical mechanism. All of these custom design attributes work in concert to provide smooth, quiet and consistent transport operation. The power supply is the foundation upon which the audio and The Power Supply video signals are built. The analog audio outputs utilize a dedicated power system consisting
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Getting Started Mark Levinson Configurations o HDMI Configurations N 51 HDMI Video and Audio Output o N 51 Media Player HDMI Output Processor with HDMI or HDMI display with speakers HDMI can carry digital audio and digital video signals. o N 51 HDMI Video and S/PDIF, AES or EIAJ Digital Audio Output o 1-4 N 51 Media Player HDMI Output S/PDIF, AES/EBU or EIAJ Digital Audio Output Mark Levinson Display o N 40 Processor HDMI can carry digital audio and digital video signals. o Alternately, an H
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Nº51 Media Player Getting Started o Analog Video N 51 SCART Output to Device with SCART Video Inputs Configurations o N 51 Media Player SCART-equipped device Set the Video Format parameter to Analog RGB in the Analog Out Stand. Def. section of the Edit Display Profile menu when using the component outputs with a SCART RGB monitor. o N 51 Analog Video Output to Display or Mark Levinson Media Console o N 51 Media Player 1-5 Device with analog video inputs Depending on capabilities, use the Comp
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Getting Started Mark Levinson This dedicated output is provided to ensure a video output that is compatible o with the front panel display of the N 40 is always available, even when the primary video output is configured for a higher resolution setting (for example, 1080i). Analog Audio 5.1 Analog Audio Outputs Direct to Power Amplifier Configurations o N 51 Media Player Analog Outputs SUB LR C LS RS Mark Levinson Amplifiers Subwoofer (5) Channels o 51 Volume parameter * For analog output t
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Nº51 Media Player Getting Started � In this configuration, multichannel audio is output using the “6 Channel Analog Output” connectors. Select Analog Audio Preferences : 5.1 CH to configure multichannel audio preferences. SSP Mode Using Analog Audio Outputs o N 51 Media Player Analog Outputs SUB LR C LS RS Mark Levinson Subwoofer Preamplifiers* LR Mark Levinson Amplifiers (5) Channels * Setup in SSP mode. See the applicable Mark Levinson preamplifier owner’s manual on SSP mode. Contact an a
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Getting Started Mark Levinson 2-Channel Analog Output Direct to Power Amplifier o N 51 Media Player Analog Audio Outputs LR Mark Levinson Amplifier (2 channels) �Set the Volume Control : Volume parameter to “Variable” to directly control the signal level to the power amplifier using the Nº51 remote (page 3-11). �Select Analog Audio Preferences : 2-CH to configure the Nº51 to downmix all multichannel audio sources to 2-channel analog. Digital Audio Output to a Digital Audio Processor Digital
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Nº51 Media Player Getting Started Installation Considerations The Nº51 Media Player requires special care during installation to ensure optimal performance. Pay particular attention to instruc- tions included in this section and to precautions included throughout this owner’s manual. When unpacking: Unpacking DO save all packing materials for possible future shipping needs. DO inspect the media player for signs of damage during shipment. If damage is discovered, contact an authorized Mark Lev
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Getting Started Mark Levinson DO install the media player close to associated components to keep interconnecting cables as short as possible. DO select a dry, well-ventilated location out of direct sunlight. DO allow at least 3 to 4 inches (8 to 10cm) of clearance above each component for proper heat dissipation. DO NOT place the media player on a thick rug or carpet or cover the media player with a cloth, as this might prevent proper cooling. DO NOT expose the media player to high temperatu
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Nº51 Media Player Getting Started 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws from the battery compartment cover, then remove the cover. 3. Remove the old batteries in the battery compartment. 4. Insert two AAA alkaline batteries. Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted observing the proper polarity. 5. Align the battery compartment cover with the guide on the bottom of the remote control. 6. Replace the two screws removed in step 2. 1-11 7. Properly dispose of the old batt
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Getting Started Mark Levinson Power Requirements When shipped, the media player is configured for 100, 120, 220 or 230-240VAC power operation at 50 or 60Hz. Before operating the media player, make sure the ~ac mains connector label indicates the correct operating voltage for the current location. Caution! DO NOT attempt to adjust the operating voltage. Consult an authorized Mark Levinson dealer if the operating voltage is incorrect or must be changed for relocation purposes. Different opera
