N 519 0 AUDIO PLAYER OWNER’S MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS / ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT About This Document 1 Special Design Features 2 Installation Considerations Unpacking, Placement and Ventilation, Power Requirements, Operating States, Updates 3 Getting Started Front-Panel Overview, Rear-Panel Overview, Remote Control Overview 5 Quick Setup and Listen 10 Remote Control, Initial Connections, A Note about DSD Files, Wi-Fi Setup, Bluetooth Setup, Using Spotify Connect, Using TIDAL, Deezer, and Qobuz Settings 16 Troubleshooting 19 Specifica
SPECIAL DESIGN FEATURES SPECIAL DESIGN FEATURES Thank you for purchasing a Mark Levinson № 519 Audio Player. This remarkable product is ready to take you on a journey of music discovery by combining Mark Levinson’s unsurpassed audio performance with flexible access to virtually all digital music sources. With impressive flexibility and the convenience of an integrated digital volume control and headphone output, the № 519 can serve as the heart of your high-performance music system.
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS UNPACKING When unpacking your player: • Save all packing materials in case you need to ship your player in the future. • Inspect your player for signs of damage during shipment. If you discover damage, contact your authorized Mark Levinson dealer for assistance in making appropriate claims. • Please register your audio player within 15 days of purchase at marklevinson.com. • Retain your original, dated sales receipt as proof of warranty coverage.
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS OPERATING STATES The player has three operating states: • Off: The AC mains power is disconnected by using the rearpanel Power switch or by removing the power cord from the rear panel. • Standby: The Standby mode has three settings that can be selected via the menu system: Green, Power Save, and Normal.
GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED Input knob Select button Bluetooth receiver IR receiver Play/pause button ENGLISH FRONT-PANEL OVERVIEW Volume/value knob AUDIO PLAYER No 519 input select play/pause settings next back previous mute stop/eject volume standby headphones Previous button Back button Headphone output connector Settings button Mute button Disc Slot Front-panel controls/indicators Input knob: Rotate this knob to select the desired input to send to the outputs.
GETTING STARTED The balanced and single-ended outputs can be configured in the menu as Fixed (for use with recording components or a second audio zone). When configured as Fixed, the Line outputs are not affected by volume controls. if the Disc input is currently selected and stopped. The Stop/ eject button does not function when the Balanced, Optical, or Coaxial inputs are selected, and the Eject functions only when Disc is selected and a disc is inserted.
GETTING STARTED Left Channel Single-ended output connector Right Channel Balanced output connector Balanced AES/EBU Digital Input Connector Optical Digital Input Connectors Coaxial Digital Input Connectors Ethernet Connector Left Channel Balanced output connector ENGLISH REAR-PANEL OVERVIEW USB connector 1 AUDIO PLAYERo 519 N USB Digital Audio Input Connector digital inputs 4 5 2 3 IR input RS-232 Antenna Connector 6 Designed and assembled in U.S.A.
GETTING STARTED Output Connectors Balanced output connectors: these XLR 3-pin connectors provide a line-level left-channel and right-channel signal that can be used to send the selected input to preamplifier inputs, power amplifier inputs, a powered subwoofer, or to recording components. Mark Levinson recommends using the Balanced outputs as the primary output if your preamplifier or amplifiers offer balanced inputs.
AC Mains connector: This connector provides AC power to the unit when the supplied power cord is connected from it to an AC electrical outlet. Unplug the preamplifier from the AC wall outlet during lightning storms and extended periods of non-use. Power switch: this mechanical switch turns the unit’s power supply on or off. During normal operation, do not use the Power switch to power off the unit; instead, use the Standby button.
QUICK SETUP AND LISTEN QUICK SETUP AND LISTEN REMOTE CONTROL Your remote control comes with two preinstalled AAA alkaline batteries. To replace the batteries, remove the remote control’s battery cover using the included screwdriver, insert the batteries and replace the battery cover. Be sure to observe proper battery polarity. When using the remote control, aim it toward the front-panel IR receiver. Make sure that no objects, such as furniture, block the remote’s view of the receiver.
QUICK SETUP AND LISTEN NO 519 System Configuration Examples ENGLISH NO 519 connected to a preamp using the analog outputs DIGITAL SOURCE COMPONENT COMPUTER TO DIGITAL OUTPUT TO USB PORT 1 AUDIO PLAYER No 519 digital inputs 4 5 2 3 IR input RS-232 6 Designed and assembled in U.S.A.S/N Harman International Industries, Inc.
QUICK SETUP & LISTEN NO 519 connected to a preamp using the digital outputs DIGITAL SOURCE COMPONENT COMPUTER TO DIGITAL OUTPUT TO USB PORT 1 AUDIO PLAYER No 519 digital inputs 4 5 2 3 IR input RS-232 6 Designed and assembled in U.S.A.S/N Harman International Industries, Inc. antenna trigger in out ~ ac mains LEFT analog outputs RIGHT 70W digital outputs ethernet reset wps main outputs analog audio inputs 1 2 IR 3 PREAMPLIFIER NO526 Designed and assembled in U.S.A.
QUICK SETUP & LISTEN ENGLISH NO 519 connected directly to a power amplifier DIGITAL SOURCE COMPONENT COMPUTER TO DIGITAL OUTPUT TO USB PORT 1 AUDIO PLAYER No 519 digital inputs 4 5 2 3 IR input RS-232 6 Designed and assembled in U.S.A.S/N Harman International Industries, Inc.
QUICK SETUP AND LISTEN WI-FI SETUP 3. From the interface that appears in your browser, navigate to Settings > Network > Configure > Wireless > Scan available networks. Mark Levinson recommends using a wired network for the best performance. However, if you do not have access to a wired network connection where your unit is located, follow these Wi-Fi Setup steps.
QUICK SETUP AND LISTEN ENGLISH USING SPOTIFY CONNECT A better way to listen at home Spotify Connect lets you play Spotify through your home speakers or TV, using the Spotify app as remote. You’ll need a Spotify Premium account to use Spotify Connect. If you don’t have it, just go to http://www.spotify.com/freetrial for your free 30-day trial. 1. Connect your № 519 to the same Wi-Fi network as your phone, tablet, or computer running the Spotify app. 2. Open the Spotify app, and play any song. 3.
SETTINGS MENU SETTINGS MENU SETUP MENU NAVIGATION Pressing the Settings button displays the Settings menu on the № 519’s front-panel display.
o Display: this menu gives you access to the following display parameters: and reconstructs what was lost in the compression process. Display Intensity: lets you set the brightness of your display to High, Medium, or Low. The factory default setting is High. Clari-Fi Intensity: The Intensity control adjusts the amount of reconstruction applied to the signal, and can be applied according to your individual taste – there is no “correct” amount.
SETTINGS MENU Encryption: shows the encryption method of the current network. you can connect a mobile device or computer for setup and control. Subnet Mask: shows the subnet address currently assigned (by DHCP or manually) to your № 519. • System: this folder contains options that affect the № 519’s system as a whole. Default Gateway: shows the gateway address currently assigned (by DHCP or manually) to your № 519. DNS: displays Domain Name information about the connection.
TROUBLESHOOTING Incorrect operation is sometimes mistaken for malfunction. If problems occur, see this section for troubleshooting information. If problems persist, contact your authorized Mark Levinson dealer. NO POWER Examine the power cord to ensure that it is connected to both the AC mains connector and a working, unswitched electrical outlet. Make sure the player is powered on with the rear-panel Power switch.
TROUBLESHOOTING AUDIO HUM Disconnect components one at a time to isolate the problem. Once the problem is identified, make sure the problematic component is properly grounded and connected to the same electrical circuit as the player. VOLUME CAN’T BE SET TO MAXIMUM You have the option of establishing a maximum volume level in the menu. If this option is set, it can prevent the unit’s maximum volume level of 80.0 from being reached.
SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH MARK LEVINSON N0 519 SPECIFICATIONS 1. Digital input sample rates and bit depth: PCM: 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz/up to 32-bit; DSD: Native, single- and double-speed 2. Analog audio connectors: 1 pair single-ended line outputs (RCA); 1 pair balanced line outputs (XLR); 1 headphone output (1/4-inch TS phone) 3.
HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated 8500 Balboa Boulevard Northridge, CA 91329 USA © 2016 HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved. Mark Levinson® and Clari-Fi® are registered trademarks of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated. Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. aptX® is a registered trademark of CSR plc. Spotify Connect is a trademark of Spotify AB. The Spotify Software is subject to third party licenses found here: http://www.spotify.
