Mark Levinson N383 Stereo Amplifier User Manual


 
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8 Mute Button
Toggles between normal output level and the user-programmable
mute function, reducing the level by -10 to -73.2 decibels (de-
pending on the user’s programming). The factory default setting
gives a 20 decibel reduction in output.
If the volume is adjusted while mute is engaged, the volume will
begin changing from the muted level, and mute will be automati-
cally disengaged. This approach avoids the problem of turning the
volume up, only to then “unmute” the system without thinking
and suddenly find it dangerously loud.
9 Balance Button
Duplicates the function of the balance button on the front panel
of the Nº383 Controller, allowing you to then fine-tune the rela-
tive balance of the Left and Right channels from your listening po-
sition using the
volume buttons, in 0.1 dB increments.
10 Polarity Button
Inverts the polarity (sometimes inaccurately called “absolute
phase”) of the outputs of the Nº383, indicated by the LED on the
front panel. A second press of this button will restore the outputs
to their original, non-inverting polarity.
11 Battery Compartment (on bottom of remote control)
Using a #3 (small) Philips screwdriver, remove the bottom plate to
access the battery compartment when it becomes necessary to re-
place batteries. The Nº383 remote control uses two alkaline AAA
batteries.