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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION • Read all of these instructions. • Save these instructions for later use. • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the audio equipment. 1 Read instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2 Retain instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3 Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
BEFORE USE READ THIS BEFORE OPERATION • Choose the installation location of your unit carefully. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also avoid locations subject to vibrations and excessive dust, heat, cold or moisture. • The ventilation holes should not be covered. Make sure there is at least 50 cm of space above and at least 10 cm of space beside the amplifier/receiver. Do not place a CD player or other equipment on top of the amplifier/receiver.
CONNECTING ANTENNAS Lead-type FM Antenna (75Ω) provided Outdoor FM Antenna (75Ω) FM INDOOR ANTENNA In an area with strong FM signals, the “T”-type FM antenna provided is sufficient. Extend this into a “T” shape and connect the two wires at the base of the “T” to the provided matching transformer, as shown. After completing connection, plug the transformer into the “FM 75Ω“ socket. Extend the top of the “T” and fix with thumb tacks, or the like, to a wall or window frame for the best possible reception.
CONNECTING ANTENNAS AM INDOOR LOOP ANTENNA The high-performance AM loop antenna provided with the receiver is sufficient for good reception in most areas. Connect the loop antenna’s wires to the AM antenna terminals as shown. Place the antenna on a shelf, for example, or hang it on a window frame, etc., in the direction which gives the best reception, as far away as possible from the entire system, speaker cords and the power cord, to prevent unwanted noise.
CONNECTING AUDIO EQUIPMENT CAUTION • Do not plug the power cord of any component into AC outlets and do not turn their POWER switches on until all connections have been performed. • The cable connectors should be fully inserted into the jacks. Loose connections may cause hum and noise. • Read the instructions for each component you intend to use with the receiver. AUDIO SIGNAL JACKS AUX IN jacks Connect the Auxiliary output jacks to the AUX IN jacks.
CONNECTING VIDEO EQUIPMENT AUDIO SIGNAL JACKS • Connect the video deck (VCR) LINE output (AUDIO OUT) jacks to the IN (VIDEO 1) jacks, and the video deck (VCR) LINE input (AUDIO IN) jacks to the OUT (VIDEO 1) jacks. • Connect the LD player AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to the VIDEO 2 jacks. • Connect the DVD player’s analogue Left and Right AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to the DVD jacks. VIDEO SIGNAL JACKS • Connect the TV monitor VIDEO IN jack to the MONITOR OUT jack.
AUDIO OPERATIONS NOTES The following points apply throughout the “Audio Operations” sections unless otherwise noted. To simplify explanations, instructions refer to names of buttons and controls on the front panel, making no mention of the use of remote control unit. PRIVATE LISTENING For private listening, insert the headphones (1/4-inch plug) into the PHONES jack. PHONES NOTE When playing movie or music with 5.
AUDIO OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATIONS 1 Press the POWER button to ON. 2 Adjust the tone as required with the BASS and TREBLE tone controls. Adjust the balance between the left and right channels with the BALANCE control. 3 Select the desired source with the Source Selector. An indicator for the selected source lights up. 4 Select the desired surround mode with the SURROUND MODE buttons. (The SURROUND indicator lights in the display.) • Refer to available surround modes. (page 12). • Refer to OSD surround mode.
RADIO RECEPTION 2 3 4 AUTO TUNING 1 Select the Tuner by turning the Source selector. 2 Select the AM or FM by pressing the AM/FM selector button. 3 Press the Tune/Preset MODE button to change to TUNING mode. (The PRESET CH. indicator disappears from the display.) This button is used to select Tuning or Preset scan mode. 4 Press the UP or DOWN TUNING button (within 0.5 to 2 seconds).
RADIO RECEPTION MANUAL MEMORY PRESETTING 1 Select the Tuner by turning the Source selector. 2 Select the AM or FM by pressing the AM/FM selector button. 3 Press the Tune/Preset MODE button to change to TUNING mode. (The PRESET CH. indicator disappears from the display). 4 Select the frequency you want to preset by pressing TUNING/PRESET UP or DOWN button. 5 Press the MEMORY button briefly, MEMORY display will blink at an interval of 1 second.
RDS (RADIO DATA SYSTEM) RDS is a broadcasting service which allows stations to send additional information along with the regular radio program signal. RDS services can be received only in FM band. 2 3 RDS DISPLAY 1 Select the tuner with the Source selector. 2 Press the AM/FM button to select FM. 3 Press the DISPLAY button. Each time you press the button briefly (1.5 sec or less), the modes will change as follows regardless of the current mode.
AVAILABLE SURROUND MODES When you use the surround function, the sound creates a “live” atmosphere such as that experienced in movie theaters, discos, stadiums and concert halls. This unit is provided with the following surround modes, which can be selected using the SURROUND MODE switches. Select the appropriate surround mode according to the program source.
AVAILABLE SURROUND MODES 3 STEREO Front speakers receive rear (surround) speaker signals in addition to front speakers signals. Center speaker works similarly as that of Dolby Pro Logic mode. In this way, you can enjoy playback sound having superior sound positioning. HALL SURROUND When playing recordings of live music, this mode provides a feeling similar to actually being in a concert hall.
SPEAKER POSITIONING The installation positions of speakers differ according to the size, and acoustics of the listening room. While actually listening to a program source, try various speaker positions to determine which layout provides the best surround effect. • Front speakers Place to the front left and right of the listening position. Front speakers are required for all surround modes. • Center speaker Place front and center. This speaker stabilizes the sound image and helps recreate sound motion.
SURROUND EFFECTS DELAY TIME • Refer to OSD surround mode. (page 17) When you adjust the delay time in the DOLBY DIGITAL mode, an additional 15 ms is automatically added to the surround channels in the DOLBY PRO LOGIC mode. The current setting is shown on the display.
OSD (ON SCREEN DISPLAY) When your NAD Surround sound Receiver is connected to a television, you can operate the unit with the remote control by making selections from on-screen menus. If a menu remains on the screen for a period of time without a selection being made, the display will disappear. Most menus disappear after 12 seconds. Important: The on-screen display will not operate unless the receiver is connected to the television with a video or s-video cable from the monitor out jacks.
OSD (ON SCREEN DISPLAY) SYSTEM STATUS When operating the system in DOLBY DIGITAL, DOLBY PRO LOGIC, OR 3 STEREO you can display the current status of your delay times and volume settings, press any buttons on the remote controller related to SURROUND, including SURROUND ON/OFF. This display will remain on screen for 12 seconds. TEST TONE In DOLBY DIGITAL, DOLBY PRO LOGIC, or 3 STEREO MODES, press TEST button.
OSD (ON SCREEN DISPLAY) 4 Entering DIGITAL INPUT(see page 9) from the MAIN MENU brings up a menu that allows you to select the audio input you’d like to monitor. An asterisk (*) appears opposite the input currently selected. To change this selection, move the arrow with the up/down keys to the input you want and press ENTER. The asterisk (*) will now appear opposite the input you have selected. For VIDEO1, VIDEO2, TAPE, TUNER inputs, ANALOG is the only selection available.
OSD (ON SCREEN DISPLAY) When you have selected DOLBY DIGITAL as your SURROUND MODE, the menu will include options for adjusting the DELAY TIME (see page 13) for each speaker channel. Using the right/left buttons, the delay for the CENTER speaker can be set from 0 to 5ms and the REAR speakers can be set from 0 to 15 ms. In the DOLBY PRO LOGIC mode, the REAR speakers can be set for 15 to 30 ms of delay. NIGHT MODE, which is only available in Dolby Digital surround mode.
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT NOTES • Ensure the slide switch near the bottom of the remote’s fascia is in the “RCVR” position, otherwise most buttons on the remote will not operate the receiver. • Even if the remote control unit is operated within the effective range, remote control operation may be impossible if there are any obstacles between the unit and the remote control.
TROUBLESHOOTING To determine any problem with your receiver, always check the most obvious possible causes first. If any problem still remains after your have checked the items below, consult your nearest NAD dealer. Problem Probable Cause Remedy Amplifier When listening to the music in stereo, left/right speakers sounds reversed. Speakers are connected wrong. After checking, if needed, reconnect. Low hum or buzzer sound. Power line of a fluorescent light is installed near this product.
SPECIFICATIONS AMPLIFIER SECTION Output Power (Front) Surround Output Power (0.5% THD, 1 kHz, 8Ω) Total Harmonic Distortion (Front) Delay Time DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY PRO LOGIC Audio Input Sensitivity/Impedance (LINE*) Output Level / Impedance (TAPE REC) Frequency Response (LINE*) Signal-to-Noise Ratio : 1 Watt (LINE*) Tone Control DIGITAL AUDIO SECTION Sampling Frequency DIGITAL Input Level/Impedance 60 watts RMS per channel minimum** 40 + 40 Watt (Front) 40 Watt (Center) 40 + 40 Watt (Rear) 0.
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