Mark Levinson N390S - Manual (Page 37)

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Connecting the Digital The Nº390S incorporates AES/EBU and S/PDIF electrical output
Audio Outputs connectors for use with either digital recorders or with outboard
digital processors. (See Rear panel, Nº390S.)
Using appropriate cables, connect the appropriate outputs on your
Nº390S to your external digital components.
Making Link The Nº390S incorporates sophisticated inter-component
Connections communications capabilities when Linked to compatible Mark
Levinson components. (See “Communication Ports” in Rear panel,
Nº390S.) If you own compatible Mark Levinson components,
connect them to the Nº390S with an eight-conductor modular
cable as described on p. 25. You may find that you need to cycle
power off and on once after making this connection for the first
time (if making the connection to a previously operating
component), in order to ensure that all components in the chain
are aware of each other’s presence. Engaging PLAY on the transport
once from STOP will complete the Link connection by activating
the communications bus between the components. (When using a
preamplifier, you must also name the appropriate input “No390S” as
described in the preamp’s manual in order to complete the Link.)
To help with special installations and custom cabinetry, drawings
are included in this manual. (See Dimensions).
Connecting Analog The Nº390S provides both balanced (via XLRs) and single-ended
Outputs analog outputs. Either set of outputs may be connected either to a
preamplifier or (with the variable output feature engaged) directly
to a power amplifier. It has been our experience that balanced
interconnection provides superior performance, particularly if
long runs of cable are required.
Using appropriate cables, connect the appropriate outputs on your
Nº390S to your preamplifier or power amplifier.