Mark Levinson N390S owner manual Specifications

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Frequency Response

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)

Dynamic Range

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Channel Separation

Intermodulation Distortion (SMPTE IMD)

Maximum Output (0 dBFS signal)

Volume Control (attenuation) Range

Digital-to-Analog

Conversion

Conversion Rate

Analog Filter

Low-level Linearity

Output Impedance (analog)

Direct Digital Output, XLR

Direct Digital Output, RCA

Mains Voltage

Mains Frequency

Power Consumption

Overall Dimensions

Shipping Weight

Input Complement

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 Nº390S yield excellent results by any standards. However, only those specifications that apply to its actual operation are included here.

10Hz - 20kHz, +0dB, –0.3dB

0.002% @ 1 kHz, 0dBFS (10Hz-30kHz)

96dB (10Hz-30kHz)

105dB (10Hz-30kHz)

Better than 110 Db

Less than 0.005%

4.45V balanced

2.225V single-ended

–61.2 to +12 dB

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Dual differential 24-bit DACs

352.8kHz or 384kHz(input signal dependent), 24-bit

Bessel-tuned, linear phase to 40kHz

deviation less than 2 dB to below –90Dbfs less than 2 dB to below –102dBFS w/20-bit input

10 Ω

AES/EBU 110Ω , 3.5V

S/PDIF 75Ω , 0.5V

100V, 120V, 200V, 220V, 240V, factory set for destination country

50 or 60 Hz, factory set for destination country

36 watts maximum

See “Dimensions

50 lbs. (23 kg)

1 EIAJ digital input

1 S/PDIF (RCA) digital input

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Contents Nº390S Processor Page Important Safety Instructions Customer Support Table of Contents Page Page Unpacking the Nº390S Remove the Transport Screw Placement Unpacking and PlacementOperating Voltage Frequency Remove the transport screw from the bottom of the Nº390S Connect the Nº390S to AC powerQuick Start Turn off your associated components4a. If going direct from the Nº390S to an amplifier Break-in PeriodNew Generation Special Design FeaturesPage Page Page Display intensity Front Panel, Nº390SInfrared Transceiver within display Special Mode IndicatorTrack Indicator Mode button Time IndicatorDrawer Hdcd indicatorRepeat button Prev/rew button Mode and mode + buttonsDisc repeat LED Stop/drawer Time on disc and time remaining LED indicatorsTrack repeat LED Next/f.fwd buttonPause button Play buttonStandby & Standby LED Rear Panel, Nº390S AC power input and switchDigital Outputs Balanced analog outputs Digital inputsExternal IR input Single-ended analog outputsCommunication ports Standard Link Cables Amplifier Link Cables Remote Control, Nº390S B repeat button Mode buttonsStop/dwr PauseNumeric Keypad Mute Other Operational Buttons TimePolarity Rpt disc/trkAnalog Input Switching + volumeVolume Battery CompartmentOptimum IR Reception Window Conditions that Affect IR PerformanceConnecting AC Mains Connecting Digital Audio Sources Setup and InstallationPage Press stop/drawer Basic OperationLoading a CD Playing a CD Random Play To load a CDTo do this Navigating the Disc Direct Time AccessPause Repeat Disc Repeat Track Important Note Programming the Nº390SRepeat Polarity Introduction to Play Lists To assemble a new play list Assembling a Play ListTo review your play list before playing it Programming by Omission Saving a Play ListReviewing a Play List To save a play listTo do so Deleting a Track from a Play List Adding a Track to aTo delete a selection To temporarily override a previously saved play list Erasing Play Lists from Memory Why Polarity Programming?Overriding a Play List Whole-Disc Polarity Programming Track-by-Track Polarity Press and hold the mode + button. The display will showOverriding a Polarity Program Special FunctionsBalance Control Fixed/Variable VolumeSound Menu Items Silent/Audible CueingPlay Link Link Menu Items Locked VolumeStandby Link Name LinkInput Names AUX IN’s Menu Items Display LinkChanging Link Options Sleep Timer To change between manual and timed/ automatic standby Using Learning Remote ControlsTeaching Nº390S Front Panel Commands Teaching Other Nº390S Commands Place the Nº390S in its front panel teaching mode Command Display Nº390S display reads no Disc TroubleshootingNº390S won’t function, and the display is dark Display is lit, but there is no outputLinked functions don’t work Remote Control doesn’t operate the Nº390SCare and Maintenance Specifications Output Complement Other I/O Dimensions Installation Notes
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N390S specifications

The Mark Levinson N390S is a high-performance digital to analog converter (DAC) and audio processor that exemplifies the brand's commitment to superior sound quality and advanced technology. Renowned for its exceptional build quality and cutting-edge engineering, the N390S stands out as a centerpiece in high-end audio systems.

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