Mark Levinson No535H User's Manual
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1. DO locate and remove the accessory bag from the carton Make sure it contains all of the items listed in the What s in the Box table on the previous page If not contact your authorized Mark Levinson dealer DO NOT attempt to lift or move the power amplifier without adequate assistance The shipping weight of the amplifier exceeds what a single person should lift alone To avoid injury or damage to the unit at least two people are required to lift or move the amplifier Two pairs of knit white gloves with special gripping surfaces on the palms and fingers are ncluded with the amplifier Wear these gloves when lifting or moving the amplifier DO install the power amplifier on its own shelf for proper ventilation DO install the amplifier chassis on a solid flat level surface DO install the power amplifier 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 and on each side of the amplifier for proper heat dissipation Warning Caution Mark Levinson DO allow at least 6 inches 15cm of clearance behind the amplifier so that the power cord and cables have space to bend without becoming crimped or strained DO NOT place the amplifier chassis on a thick rug or carpet or cover the amplifier with a cloth as this might prevent proper cooling DO NOT obstruct2. Session Time Total On Time and Fault Reporting Standby State the master device controls the Standby state of the amplifier e Synchronized LEDs the Standby LEDS of the master device and all assigned slave devices blink in unison After configuring each device on the network connect all of the devices together Ensure that all components are powered off or in Standby mode before connecting to the Ethernet ports Each device must be connected to the same network and use the same subnet Refer to the Network Setup section for instructions on how to connect the N SOOH series to the network If more devices are desired than the router can handle connect the additional devices first to a switch then connect the uplink of the switch to a normal port on the router N 500H Series Power Amplifier Discovering Slaves Status Reporting Fault Reporting The figure below illustrates a typical ML Net setup N 532 Media Console Master s E E See ll a j N 500 Series ar NI Power Amplifier 4 Slave Router N 500 Series Power Amplifier 1 Slave Power Amplifier 3 Slave LX URL PT N 500 Series Power Amplifier 2 Slave Before the master device can control any slave device the slave devices must be discovered and assigned to the master device Refer to the Owner s Manual of the designated master device for further information about discovering and assigning slave devices
3. 26 Product Description Whats in the Box Mark Levinson Introduction Thank you for purchasing the N 531H N 532H N 533H or N 535H Power Amplifier True to Mark Levinson tradition the audio excellence and performance levels of the N SOOH series amplifiers are unrivaled in today s marketplace The N SOOH series amplifiers redefine the concept of outstanding performance in their categories Drawing from the Mark Levinson heritage while utilizing a new straightforward balanced current feedback design creates a new series of amplifiers that must be listened to in order to be fully appreciated The final result is impressive even for the Mark Levinson high standard of excellence Independent power supply components are used for each channel to maximize the isolation between channels thus improving imaging Isolated chassis and signal grounds minimize noise to optimize detail even at low listening levels The amplifier channel itself is simple but elegant Like the N 532 the audio path is fully differential thereby handling balanced input signals in their native format ensuring no noise is added by unnecessary signal conversions Care was taken in component selection insuring high quality passive components are used in critical locations maximizing the potential sonic benefits The N 500H Series amplifiers may be operated through a network capable Ethernet port for use with ML Net and external protocol controlle
4. 5 Ibs 44 7kg Shipping weight 108 5 Ibs 49 2kg Operating temperature 0 to 35 C 32 to 95 F e Storage temperature 30 to 75 C 22 to 167 F Relative humidity 95 maximum without condensation 26 Mark Levinson Declaration of Conformity Application of Council Directive s 2004 108 EC and 2006 95 EC as amended Standard s to Which Conformity Is Declared EN 55013 2001 A1 2003 A2 2006 EN 55020 2007 EN 61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 A2 2005 EN 60065 2002 Manufacturer Harman International 1718 W Mishawaka Road Elkhart IN 46517 The equipment identified here conforms to the Directive s and Standard s specified above Type of Equipment Power Amplifier Models Mark Levinson No 531H 532H 533H 535H Date March 2009 marhrs Levinson
5. The positive binding posts labeled positive are red the negative binding posts are black and are labeled negative Ensure when connecting the loudspeaker that at least one positive and one negative binding post is used There is NO ground reference Be careful to not short the positive and negative outputs together Do not short the positive or negative outputs to chassis or any other safety ground The amplifier must be powered off during installation and whenever input and or output cables are being connected N 500H Series Power Amplifier Caution Trigger Input and Output Ethernet Port AC Input Caution Banana plugs can also be used to connect the speaker cables to the loudspeaker binding posts Banana plugs are not available on the 230 VAC model DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN the binding posts The innovative design of these binding posts provides more leverage hence high contact tight pressure connections are achieved when finger tightened DO NOT FORCE the binding post wings over a bent or oversized connector Doing so may damage the binding post The rear panel of the amplifier has two trigger connectors one input and one output The trigger input can receive a 3 12V DC signal from a connected component The trigger output passes through the trigger input signal enabling a daisy chain of amplifiers to be controlled by a single trigger signal The triggers enable the power amplifier to be aut
6. extended periods of nonuse as a precaution against potentially damaging power surges through the line BEFORE moving the power amplifier make sure it is powered off with the Power button Then make sure the power cord is disconnected from the rear panel connector and the electrical outlet Mark Levinson Front Panel The front panel contains one LED and one Standby button as shown Status LED Standby Button Standby Button Places the amplifier into Standby mode Pressing the button while the amplifier is in Standby mode turns on the amplifier Standby mode powers only the low voltage power supply control and communication circuits Status LED Indicates the operating state of the amplifier and provides basic diagnostic information if a fault condition occurs The table below identifies the basic behavior of the Status LED Fully lit Indicates that the amplifier is powered on Slowly blinking Indicates that the amplifier is in Standby mode Not lit Indicates that the amplifier is powered off Refer to the Troubleshooting section in the back of the manual for a description of the Status LED behavior when a fault is detected N 500H Series Power Amplifier N 531H Monaural Power Amplifier 1 x 300W N 532H Dual Channel Power Amplifier 2 x 300W N 533H Three Channel Power Amplifier 3 x 300W N 535H Five Channel Power Amplifier 5 x 200W Note Rear Panel The image
7. the Cables procedure Make sure that both the amplifier and the computer are powered off before connecting Press the Power button on the amplifier On the computer open the Internet Explorer Web browser On the address URL line type in the static IP address of the amplifier preceded by http and press Enter For example http 192 168 50 10 There may be a short delay before the amplifier Web page loads The Home tab of the amplifier s internal Web page is now displayed The tab is in red text to indicate that it is the current page Observe that the Status section of the Web page identifies the host name of the amplifier The host name can be modified but only the first eight characters are affected anything after the underscore may not be modified To change the host name of the amplifier Uy A Type the new name into the white box to the right of the parameter The new name must be made from the capital letters A to Z and the numbers 0 to 9 Underscores may also be used Only eight characters are allowed Note The host name MUST start with an alpha character A to Z This is a standard networking rule B Click the Submit button to save the new value C Click the Refresh button in the Status section of the Web page to observe the new host name Observe that the Status section of the Web page also identifies the static IP address of the amplifier The static IP address can be modified if desire
8. 0 lbs 38 1kg N 533H 100 0 Ibs 45 4kg Operating temperature 0 to 35 C 32 to 95 F e Storage temperature 30 to 75 C 22 to 167 F Relative humidity 95 maximum without condensation N 500H Series Power Amplifier Input amp Output Connectors Control Connectors Rated Output Power Frequency Response Signal to Noise Ratio Input Impedance Voltage Gain Input Sensitivity Power Requirements Dimensions Weight Operating Environment N 535H Specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice five balanced XLR inputs per channel five unbalanced RCA inputs per channel five pairs loudspeaker outputs with banana plug sockets per channel banana plug socket not available on the 230 VAC models one Ethernet 10Base T port one 3 5mm mono tip sleeve mini plug trigger input 3 12Vdc one 3 5mm mono tip sleeve mini plug trigger output 3 12Vdc 3 pin IEC standard power connector 20Hz to 20kHz at 0 596 THD 200W per channel 8 Q full output from 1 84Vrms within 0 5dB from 10Hz to 20kHz gt 85dB reference level 2 83 Vrms 25 60 kQ balanced 30 kQ unbalanced 26 8dB 2 83Vrms output at 130mVrms input 100V 120V 230V 1000W factory set for destination country Height with feet 7 65 19 4cm Height without feet 6 97 17 7cm Width 17 75 45 1cm Depth 19 83 50 4cm See dimensions diagram on the next page Net weight 98
9. 00H Series Power Amplifier Computer Requirements Note Connecting the Cables The PC compatible computer used to connect to the N 500H series must have the following software installed e Windows 2000 or Windows XP e Web browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 0 or higher preferred If DHCP is not active the computer must be set up with a Static IP address Refer to the Setting Up the Computer procedure found later in this section for instructions The N 500H series can be connected to the computer in two ways through a router or directly to the computer Before connecting the cables ensure that the computer and the amplifier are powered down To Connect Using a Router Router 11 Amplifier Computer 1 Connect a network cable from the router to the Ethernet port on the rear panel of the amplifier 2 Attach a second network cable from the router to the Ethernet port of the computer To Connect Without a Router Use a network crossover cable to connect the amplifier directly to the computer Different from a standard network cable the crossover cable is designed to connect network access ports directly together without a hub router or switch Crossover 8Be Amplifier Computer Connect the crossover cable from the Ethernet port on the rear panel of the amplifier to the Ethernet port of the computer Internal V eb Page Network Setup Parameters Mark Levinson W
10. 19 The N SOOH series slave s can report the following status information to the master device Temperature the current operating temperature of the amplifier s Session Time the amount of time that the amplifier s has been powered on e Total On Time the total amount of hours that the amplifier s has been powered on since its manufacture If a slave device is inactive unassigned or assigned to a different master then status information is not available The N SOOH series slave s also reports fault information to the master device If a slave device is inactive unassigned or assigned to a different master then error reporting is not available For more information about possible fault conditions refer to the Troubleshooting section of the manual 20 No Power No Output Cant Assign in ML Net Mark Levinson Troubleshooting Incorrect operation is sometimes mistaken for malfunction If problems occur use this section for troubleshooting information If problems persist contact your authorized Mark Levinson dealer 1 Examine the power cord to ensure that it is connected to both the rear panel connector of the amplifier and an electrical outlet 2 Make sure the amplifier is powered on with the Power switch Make sure the amplifier is not in Standby mode The front panel LED should be at full brightness 4 Examine the electrical circuit breaker to ensure that power is being supplied to the
11. Owners Manual N 500H Series Power Amplifier mar MLP LEVNSON FCC Notice This 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 limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la Classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Cana
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13. arkable sound at exceptional power levels Depending on listening habits loudspeaker demands and the number of power amplifiers present in the system it is possible that the electrical service may become the limiting performance factor of your system N 500H Series Power Amplifier Caution Operating States Caution If this case occurs consider installing a dedicated AC circuit for the system Contact a licensed electrician for assistance If more than one AC circuit is providing power to the system contact a licensed electrician to ensure that all components are operating with the same solid low impedance ground reference Building regulations and electrical codes differ from location to location making it impossible to anticipate the requirements of amplifier high current AC circuits such as the N 500H series power amplifier is capable of using Contact a local licensed electrician for further information The N SOOH series power amplifier is designed for continuous operation and has three operating states e Off AC power is disconnected using the rear panel Power switch or by removing the power cord from the rear panel Standby this is an energy saving mode AC power is only connected to the low voltage power supply so all nonaudio functions such as ML Net and triggers are active e On the amplifier is fully powered and all outputs are active The amplifier should be unplugged during lightning storms and
14. d To change the IP address of the amplifier A Type the new IP address into the white box to the right of the parameter B Click the Submit button to save the new value C Enter the new IP address of the amplifier into the browser The amplifier Web page loads reflecting the new information The network connection is now complete Note Masters and Slaves Connecting the Devices Mark Levinson ML Net The ML Net protocol allows you to control two or more Mark Levinson products simultaneously via the Ethernet port Since ML Net operates through the use of a router and the Ethernet connection all devices must have networking capability Refer to the previous section of this manual Network Setup to set up the N 500H series for network operation ML Net uses a single Master device to control specific functions of other ML Net capable Mark Levinson products An ML Net system can only have one Master device all other devices in the system become Slaves Slave devices receive and respond to the commands of the master device The N 500H series power amplifier is always a slave device A separate master device must be used in conjunction with the NP 500H series amplifier As a slave device the amplifier responds to the following ML Net commands sent from the master device e Status Reporting status conditions of the N 500H series slave s are reported to the master device status includes Temperature
15. da Mark Levinson is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries Pa Incorporated iol Windows Microsoft and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks of Microsoft Levi nN S O M Corporation in the United States and or other countries e Other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated For customer service and product shipment information refer to the website www marklevinson com This document should not be construed as a commitment on the part of Harman International Industries Incorporated The information it contains is subject to change without notice Harman International Industries Incorporated assumes no responsibility for errors that may appear within this document 2009 Harman International Industries Incorporated All rights reserved Part No 070 18187 Rev 07 09 Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth DIOEN Ur ge pose Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than th
16. ding mode To configure the DNS Server refer to the setup manual of the server e If using a subdomain enter the complete address into the browser For example http NO500H yourhome network com e Enter the IP Address of the amplifier into the browser For example http 192 168 50 5 1 Power cycle the N 500H series waiting at least 10 seconds between powering the amplifier off and on 2 Restore the default settings on the internal web page Visit www marklevinson com and search the knowledgebase for more information 4 Contact your Mark Levinson dealer 22 Note Mark Levinson Fault Protection The N SOOH series is designed to prevent damage to themselves and associated components These extensive features protect both the critical circuitry of the amplifier itself and shield connected loudspeakers from serious damage due to high power levels Basic protections designed into the N 500H series include fuses on each amplifier channel to protect against excessive current conditions such as driving shorted outputs Inrush limiting prevents premature aging of the power supply components during power up once the power supply has been charged this feature goes off line until the amplifier is powered up again The N 500H series actively monitors operating temperature output current demands and the presence of DC on the outputs The amplifier will shut down under any of these conditions and report the fault via t
17. dspeaker Binding Posts Note Caution Mark Levinson One balanced and one single ended unbalanced connector is available for each audio channel input Single Ended Inputs The RCA connectors accept single ended signals from preamplifiers with singled ended RCA outputs A small toggle switch is provided to select either the balanced XLR or single ended RCA input connector on each channel If your preamplifier does not support a balanced connection to the power amplifier connect the single ended output to the RCA input on the amplifier Make sure the toggle switch is set to the position closest to the RCA connector Balanced Inputs Accepts a signal from a preamplifier with balanced outputs via the high quality XLR connector Make sure the toggle switch is set to the position closest to the XLR connector The pin assignments shown on the left of the XLR type female input connector are consistent with the standards adopted by the Audio Engineering Society Refer to the operating manual of your preamplifier to ensure that the pin assignments of its balanced output connectors correspond to the Mark Levinson power amplifier If not wire the cables so that the appropriate output pin connects to the equivalent input pin The N 531H 532H and 533H utilize custom made gold plated high current loudspeaker binding posts two for each output channel The N 535H uses different high current binding posts due to space constraints
18. e for the N 500H series N 500H Series Power Amplifier Connecting With DHCP Recommended e Subnet Mask identifies the subnet mask for the N 500H series This IP address is automatically assigned by DHCP If DHCP is off then the address must be entered manually and must agree with the subnet mask address of the router IP address 255 255 255 0 is the factory default value for the N 500H series Host Name indicates the network name given to the N 500H series amplifier This host name is unique to each amplifier and is comprised of two parts separated by an underscore The first part contains one to eight characters that can be modified via the internal Web page of the amplifier The second part of the host name contains the last six characters of the MAC address This MAC address is unique to each N 500H series amplifier The default is NOSOOH_xxxxxx where x stands for the last six characters of the unique MAC address for that amplifier e DHCP turns the DHCP capability on or off When activated DHCP assigns a unique IP address to the N 500H series The factory default value is On We recommend leaving DHCP set to On Use this procedure if you are using a router with DHCP active to 13 connect to the amplifier Otherwise skip to the next procedure Connect the amplifier to the router as described in the earlier Connecting the Cables procedure Make sure that everything is powered off before making cable connecti
19. e other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where it exits from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments and accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury or tip over iii 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 The MAIN S cord is intended to be the safety disconnect device for this apparatus and shall remain readily operable at all times 16 Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers tablecloths curtains and so on 17 No naked flame sources such as candles sh
20. electrical components Input amp Output Connectors Control Connectors Rated Output Power Frequency Response 24 Signal to Noise Ratio Input Impedance Voltage Gain Input Sensitivity Power Requirements Dimensions Weight Operating Environment Mark Levinson N 531H 532H 533H Specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice one balanced XLR input per channel one unbalanced RCA input per channel one pair Hurricane loudspeaker outputs with banana plug sockets per channel banana plug socket not available on the 230 VAC models one Ethernet 10Base T port one 3 5mm mono tip sleeve mini plug trigger input 3 12Vdc one 3 5mm mono tip sleeve mini plug trigger output 3 12Vdc 3 pin IEC standard power connector 20Hz to 20kHz at 0 596 THD 300W per channel 8 Q full output from 2 25Vrms within 0 5dB from 10Hz to 20kHz gt 85dB reference level 2 83 Vrms 60 kQ balanced 30 kQ unbalanced 26 8dB 2 83Vrms output at 130m Vrms input 100V 120V 230V factory set for destination country N 531H 300W N 532H 600W N 533H 900W Height with feet 7 65 19 4cm Height without feet 6 97 17 7cm Width 17 75 45 1cm Depth 19 83 50 4cm See dimensions diagram on the next page Net weight N 531H 52 5 Ibs 23 8kg N 532H 74 0 Ibs 33 6kg N 533H 90 0 lbs 40 8kg Shipping weight N 531H 62 5 lbs 28 4kg N 532H 84
21. electrical outlet to which the amplifier is connected 5 Verify that the voltage rating on the rear panel of the amplifier matches the voltage rating of the electrical outlet If the voltages do not match no power is sent to the outputs of the amplifier 1 Make sure that the source device is powered on playing audio and set to the right output connector 2 Examine cables to ensure a solid connection between the amplifier and associated components 3 Make sure the amplifier s output connectors are connected to operational loudspeakers 4 Ensure that the amplifier is not in a fault condition When the amplifier experiences a fault the output is muted and the Status LED on the front panel blinks in a rapid pattern indicating LED Behavior Description Rapidly blinking Indicates that a power related fault has on most of the time occurred Rapidly blinking Indicates that a signal related fault has on half of the time occurred Rapidly blinking Indicates that a thermal related fault has off most of the time occurred Signal related faults include significant DC offset at the output due to either DC in the input signal or a failed component within the amplifier OR excessive current demands due to a short circuited loudspeaker wire You must assign the slave from the master device Verify that the slave you want to assign is listed in the master device list and check its current state For further explanati
22. he front panel LED and over the Ethernet connection The amplifier must be shut down to clear the fault condition before being powered back up ML Net Fault Conditions The slave devices in an ML Net system can report fault conditions to the master device Fault condition reports are displayed on the display of the master device when the fault occurs Some faults may cause the amplifier to enter Standby mode Power cycling the amplifier clears the fault condition providing the fault condition no longer exists Some faults do not allow power to be reapplied to the amplifier until the fault condition no longer exists to protect the amplifier from damage The fault conditions reported are Slave Device DC Offset indicates that the N 500H series amplifier is experiencing a signal related fault e Slave Device Over Current indicates that the N SOOH series is experiencing an over current condition Slave Device Over Temperature indicates that the N 500H series amplifier is overheating e Signal indicates that the N 500H series has experienced a general signal fault N 500H Series Power Amplifier Note Caution Restoring Factory Defaults Pressing the Factory Default button on the internal Web page of the amplifier resets all settings to their factory default values If the internal Web page is not available there is also a key press sequence available Follow the instructions below to reset the factory defa
23. hen connected to a computer the N 500H series has an internal Web page that provides access to Network Setup allows the user to modify the network setup parameters Accessing the internal Web page is the ONLY way to modify the network setup parameters of the N 500H series amplifier Status Information provides basic status information of the N SOOH series amplifier Error Reporting tracks system related error messages for the N 500H series amplifier This page is a diagnostics tool for Mark Levinson Customer Service use The amplifier MUST be connected to a computer via the Ethernet port before you can access the internal Web page Continue to the next section Network Setup for further instructions The Web page also has a Restore Defaults button which resets the parameters to their factory default values Clicking the Restore Defaults button displays a pop up asking for confirmation click Yes to restore the factory default values LENLDZILZZILITEAITTITITTCINEEE ET fe Wk Te jp it m to 912 Quee uem Gree 3 Sy OA JC apen jue nu msi iro o uh marny Amplifier Status Levinson Accessible only through the N 500H series internal Web page the network setup parameters include Static IP Address provides a fixed IP address This IP address is NOT automatically selected it must be entered If DHCP is on then this parameter is not used IP address 192 168 50 5 is the factory default valu
24. ialog boxes may vary slightly from these instructions Network Setup for Windows XP 1 From the Start menu select Control Panel 2 Double click on the Network Connections option 3 Double click on the Local Area Connection option 4 Click the Properties button to open the Local Area Connection Properties menu If the computer is not currently connected to an active network Step 3 has already opened the Local Area Connection Properties menu 5 Click on the Internet Protocol TCP IP line item so that it is highlighted 6 Click the Properties button 7 Select the Use the following IP address option The IP address Subnet mask and Default gateway boxes are no longer grayed out and can now be modified 8 Enter the following values e IP address 192 168 50 x where x stands for a number other than O0 3 4 5 or 255 e Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Do not enter a value in the Default gateway parameter The computer must have a unique address and be on the same subnet as the amplifier 9 Click OK to save and exit the menu 10 Open the Internet Explorer Web browser 11 From the menu bar select the Tools Internet Options menu 12 Select the Connections tab 13 Click the LAN Settings button 14 Verify that Use a proxy server for your LAN is NOT checked 15 Click OK to save and exit the menu N 500H Series Power Amplifier Connecting With Static IP Addressing Network Setup for Windo
25. network through use of a router or directly to a computer The N SOOH series can be 1 Connected to a router with DHCP active We highly recommend using this option Since the DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol automatically assigns the IP Internet Protocol addresses setup is much simpler 2 Connected to a router with DHCP not active This method requires more advanced networking knowledge to set up because it uses fixed static IP addressing 3 Connected directly to a computer with no router We recommend only using this option when a router is not available This method requires more advanced networking knowledge to set up because it uses fixed static IP addressing and a special network crossover cable This section provides general instructions for all three methods The following materials are required to connect the N SOOH series to the network with a router e N SOOH series power amplifier e Two twisted pair network cables e PC compatible computer with 10 100Base T network card e 10 100Base T router The N 500H series does not support wireless connection However a cable attached from the amplifier to a wireless adapter can be used to interface with a wireless network The following materials are required to connect the N 500H series to a computer without the use of a router e N 500H series power amplifier e Network crossover cable e PC compatible computer with 10 100Base T network card N 5
26. omatically powered on or put into Standby mode by the state of other devices in the system The trigger output can also affect other power amplifiers in the same manner Receiving a trigger signal causes the amplifier to change its power state If the amplifier is powered on then OV on the trigger signal puts the amplifier into Standby or mode Conversely an amplifier in Standby mode is powered on when 3 12VDC is received on the trigger input The Ethernet port is a standard 10Base T connection for use with external control and networking The N 500H series supports connection to a router or network and to a PC compatible computer This connection is designed for use with proprietary Mark Levinson external controllers such as ML Net or can provide serial port control For a list of the serial commands available refer to the separate document No 5 series Power Amplifier Serial Protocol Definitions Provides AC power to the amplifier when the supplied power cord is connected from the AC Input connector on the rear panel to an electrical outlet Before operating the amplifier verify that the voltage label near the AC input connector indicates an operating voltage compatible with the voltage level of the electrical outlet you intend to use Material Requirements Note Mark Levinson Network Setup The N SOOH series power amplifier supports a network connection through the Ethernet port The N 500H series can connect to a
27. ons 2 Turn on the PC and router Verify that the router has DHCP active 3 Press the Power button on the amplifier 4 On the computer open the Internet Explorer Web browser Type http NOSOOH_xxxxxx on the address line URL The x characters stand for the last six characters of the unique MAC address for that amplifier 6 Press Enter If Internet Explorer is unable to find the amplifier then you must find the IP address that was assigned to the amplifier by the router If required refer to your router s owner s manual for further details Repeat this step using the IP address for the amplifier that was assigned by the router 7 The Home tab of the amplifier s internal Web page is now displayed The tab is in red text to indicate that it s the current page The network connection is now complete Setting Up the Computer Note Mark Levinson If DHCP is not used then the computer must be set up too Use this procedure to set up the computer then continue to the next procedure to connect to the amplifier For the computer to find the amplifier the LAN Local Area Network and TCP IP Internet Protocol settings of the computer must be set up The parameter setups vary slightly depending upon the operating system of the computer Refer to the procedure below that matches the operating system on your computer Due to your preference settings in the Windows operating system the names and order of the d
28. ons on assigning slave devices refer to the owner s manual of the master device N 500H Series Power Amplifier No Response to Commands in ML Net No Connectivity Via Ethernet If All Else Fails 1 Verify that the master device and the N 500H series amplifier are properly connected together with a router 2 Verify that the N 500H series amplifier s network setup is correct Access to the internal Web page via a computer is required to verify the network settings of the N 500H series e Verify that the network cables are properly connected between the router switch or hub and the amplifier If connecting to a computer verify that the computer network cable is in the correct port e Verify the age of the router switch or hub There may be a communication issue with the N 500H series and older network devices Power cycle the N 500H series and use a newer router switch or hub between the network and the amplifier e If connected directly to the computer make sure a crossover cable is used e Verify that the router and computer have valid IP addresses e Verify that the proxy server in the computer s network setup is disabled An active proxy server can interfere with the software 21 upgrade procedure e If the web browser cannot find the host name of the amplifier verify the following Ensure that the local DNS server is properly configured We recommend configuring the local DNS Server to DNS Forwar
29. ould be placed on the apparatus 18 Terminals marked with this symbol may be considered HAZARDOUS LIVE and the external wiring connected to these terminals requires installation by an INSTRUCTED PERSON or the use of ready made leads or cords 19 This product must be terminated with a three conductor AC mains power cord that includes an earth ground connection To prevent shock hazard all three connections must ALWAYS be used Warning To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing No objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus Warning Caution Note Mark Levinson Safety Terms amp Symbols These terms may appear in this manual Calls attention to a procedure practice condition or the like that if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in personal injury or death Calls attention to a procedure practice condition or the like that if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in damage or destruction to part or all of the component Calls attention to information that is essential to highlight These symbols may appear on the product Appears on the component to indicate the presence of noninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock Appears on the component to indicate important o
30. peration and maintenance instructions included in the accompanying documentation Appears on the component to indicate compliance with the EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility and LVD Low Voltage Directive standards of the European community Documentation Conventions This document contains general safety and operation instructions for the N 500H Series Power Amplifiers It is important to read this document before attempting to use this product Please pay particular attention to safety instructions This manual is not intended as a general reference guide for audio or home theater systems If you re uncertain how to set up or maintain your system seek the advice of a professional installer or ask your dealer for a recommendation N 500H Series Power Amplifier Table of Contents IEFOGUCUION EET 2 Product Description acier e reet aa x DRY ze leen 2 Mat irithie BOX udi ertt instet ete p d oe eae oe donna de 2 Product Registration eee ette ioe 3 Installation Considerations eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenenenrnnen enn 3 UNPACKING tutae e m tee e de e ee et dau 3 Placement and Ventilati N iriiri ritipas ienis 3 Power Requirements eesesesessssesesesesene enin nennen 4 Operating States opes cete TERRE Ende tek ee MuR a Ee Le dea dut 5 Front Panel 1 eeesseesseesseeesiee sienne nene nnne nnne nnne nnn nnn nnn 6 Rear Panel 32 itai pua dodi emd Feo SR na BER aYU
31. rs and standard DC trigger controls Embracing new technology with the same level of enduring excellence the N SOOH Series amplifiers are each the finest in their category Truly impressive output capabilities combined with the high power efficiency of all Mark Levinson amplifiers make the N 500H Series remarkably capable amplifiers sure to impress even the most demanding of audio enthusiasts The shipping box includes Item Quantity Power amplifier 1 N 500H series owner s manual this document 1 Heavy white gloves 2 pairs Cable with 3 5mm mini plugs for use with trigger 1 Detachable AC power cord 1 varies by destination country N 500H Series Power Amplifier Product Registration Unpacking Caution Placement and Ventilation Register your N 500H series amplifier online at www marklevinson com within 15 days of purchase Retain the original dated sales receipt as proof of warranty coverage Installation Considerations The N 500H series power amplifier requires special care during installation to ensure optimal performance Pay particular attention to instructions included in this section and to precautions included throughout this owner s manual DO save all packing materials for possible future shipping needs DO inspect the amplifier for signs of damage during shipment If damage is discovered contact your authorized Mark Levinson dealer for assistance in making appropriate claims
32. s below show a one channel two channel three channel and five channel rear panel view Audio Input Ethernet Port Trigger Input Output Loudspeaker Power Switch Binding Posts AC Input Audio Input Ethernet Port Trigger Input Output Loudspeaker i Power Switch Binding Posts AC Input Audio Input Ethernet Port Trigger Input Output Loudspeaker 1 Power Switch Binding Posts AC Input Ethernet Port Trigger Input Output Audio Input udio Input Power Switch Loudspeaker 31 Binding Posts AC Input Power Switch Controls the AC power to the input of the amplifier when a power cord is connected from the electrical outlet to the AC input connector on the rear panel When the Power switch is pressed to turn on the unit the amplifier enters the Standby mode The audio outputs of this power amplifier are considered Class 2 CL2 circuits in North America This means the wire connected between this amplifier and the speaker s shall be rated at minimum Class 2 CL2 and shall be installed according to the U S National Electrical Code NEC Article 725 or Canadian Electrical Code CEC Section 16 Audio Channel Inputs Balanced female XLR Input Connector Pin Assignments Pin 1 Signal Ground Pin 2 Signal non inverting Pin 3 Signal inverting Connector Shell Chassis Ground Lou
33. the ventilation holes on the top and bottom of the chassis or reduce airflow through the amplifier DO NOT place the amplifier chassis near low level components The power amplifier is capable of producing large output currents and hence significant magnetic fields which can induce noise in sensitive components DO NOT expose the power amplifier to high temperatures humidity steam smoke dampness or excessive dust Avoid installing near radiators and other heat producing appliances MAKE SURE all components are properly grounded Do not defeat the safety purpose of polarized or grounding type plugs with ground lifter or cheater adapters Doing so may cause dangerous voltage to build up between components which can result in personal injuries and or product damage Power Requirements The N 500H series power amplifier is configured at the factory for 100 120 or 230 VAC power operation at 50Hz or 60Hz Before operating the amplifier ensure that the power label on the rear panel near the AC input connector indicates the correct operating voltage DO NOT attempt to adjust the operating voltage Consult a Mark Levinson dealer if the operating voltage is incorrect or must be changed for relocation purposes Different operating voltages may require the use of different power cords and or attachment plugs Contact a Mark Levinson dealer for additional assistance The N SOOH series power amplifier is capable of passing rem
34. thing after the underscore may not be modified To change the host name of the amplifier A Type the new name into the white box to the right of the parameter The new name must be made from the capital letters A to Z and the numbers 0 to 9 Underscores may also be used Only eight characters are allowed Note The host name MUST start with an alpha character A to Z This is a standard networking rule B Click the Submit button to save the new value C Click the Refresh button in the Status section of the Web page to observe the new host name 9 Observe that the Status section of the Web page also identifies the IP address of the amplifier The static IP address can be modified if desired To change the IP address of the amplifier A Type the new IP address into the white box to the right of the parameter B Click the Submit button to save the new value C Enter the new IP address of the amplifier into the browser The amplifier Web page loads reflecting the new information The network connection is now complete N 500H Series Power Amplifier Direct Connection Use this procedure to connect directly to a computer if you are not using a router For the computer to find the amplifier the TCP IP and LAN settings of the computer must be set up Refer to the earlier Setting up the Computer procedure for instructions 1 Connect the amplifier to the computer as described in the earlier Connecting
35. ult settings from the front panel Power off the amplifier Press and hold the Standby button Press the Power button to turn on the power B C N e Keep holding down the Standby button until the front panel LED blinks four times Release the Standby button Cn Now reset to its factory default state the amplifier will reinitialize Care amp Maintenance The N 500H series amplifier requires routine care and maintenance to ensure optimal performance The bulleted items indicate maintenance procedures that should be performed on a regular basis 23 Turn off the N 500H series amplifier and unplug the rear AC power cord before performing maintenance to the amplifer Failure to perform the maintenance procedures included in this section may void the manufacturer s warranty and or standard repair policies e To remove dust from the amplifier s exterior surface use a feather duster or a low pressure blower e To remove dirt and fingerprints from the amplifier s exterior surface use a soft lint free cloth DO NOT use metal polish or a cloth made with steel wool e If needed this cloth can be dampened with isopropyl alcohol DO NOT dampen the cloth with Benzene acetone based cleaners or other commercial cleaners e Wipe the amplifier s exterior surface in the same direction as the grain of the brushed aluminum DO NOT apply liquid directly to the amplifiers exterior surface Doing so may damage
36. uter For the computer to find the amplifier the TCP IP and LAN settings of the computer must be set up Refer to the previous Setting up the Computer procedure for instructions 1 Connect the amplifier to the router as described in the earlier Connecting the Cables procedure Make sure that everything is powered off before making cable connections Turn on the PC and the router Verify that the router has DHCP turned off if required Mark Levinson 3 Setup the router to the IP address 192 168 50 x where x stands for a number other than 0 3 4 5 255 or the number used for the computer IP address The router must be on the same subnet as the amplifier and the computer but also must have its own unique address Refer to the router s owner s manual for instructions on how to modify the IP address 4 Press the Power button on the amplifier On the computer open the Internet Explorer Web browser 6 Onthe address URL line type in the static IP address of the amplifier preceded by http and press Enter For example http 192 168 50 10 There may be a short delay before the amplifier Web page loads 7 The Home tab of the amplifier s internal Web page is now displayed The tab is in red text to indicate that it is the current page 8 Observe that the Status section of the Web page identifies the host name of the amplifier The host name can be modified but only the first eight characters are affected any
37. ws 2000 1 2 3 4 10 11 12 13 14 15 From the Start menu select Settings Control Panel Double click on the Network and Dial Up Connections option Double click on the Local Area Connection option Click the Properties button to open the Local Area Connection Properties menu If the computer is not currently connected to an active network Step 3 has already opened the Local Area Connection Properties menu Click on Internet Protocol TCP IP line item so that it is highlighted Click the Properties button Select the Use the following IP address option The IP address Subnet mask and Default gateway boxes are no longer grayed out and can now be modified Enter the following values e IP address 192 168 50 x where x stands for a number other than 0 3 4 5 or 255 e Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 e Do not enter a value in the Default gateway parameter The computer must have a unique address and be on the same 15 subnet as the amplifier Click OK to save and exit the menu Open the Internet Explorer Web browser From the menu bar select the Tools Internet Options menu Select the Connections tab Click the LAN Settings button Verify that Use a proxy server for your LAN is NOT checked Click OK to save and exit the menu Use this procedure if you plan to connect with static IP addresses DHCP is turned off Otherwise skip to the next procedure to connect directly to a comp
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