NAD C320BEE Bare Wires and PIN Connectors, To Make a Recording, Tape to Tape Copying, Mute

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10Main in - Connections to an external pre-amplifier or processor, such as a surround-sound decoder. In normal use these should be connected to the Pre-Out sockets (No. 9) with the links supplied. To connect your NAD C320BEE to external processor or pre-amplifier first remove these links. Use a twin RCA-to-RCA lead to connect to the left and right ‘Audio Output’ of the pre-amp or processor to the Main-In sockets.

NOTE

Always turn the amplifier off before connecting or disconnecting anything from to Pre-Out and Main-In sockets.

11 Speakers - Speaker terminals for speakers with an impedance of 4 ohms or more. Connect the right speaker to the terminals market ‘R +’ and ‘R-’ ensuring that the ‘R+’ is connected to the ‘+’ terminal on your loudspeaker and the ‘R-’ is connected to the loudspeaker’s ‘-’ terminal. Connect the terminals marked ‘L+’ and ‘L-’ to the left speaker in the same way.

Always use heavy duty (16 gauge; 1.5mm, or thicker) stranded wire to connect loudspeakers to your NAD C320BEE. The high-current binding post terminals can be used as a screw terminal for cables terminating in spade or pin sockets or for cables with bare wire ends.

BARE WIRES AND PIN CONNECTORS

Bare wires and pin sockets should be inserted into the hole in the shaft of the terminal. Unscrew the speaker terminal’s plastic bushing until the hole in the screw shaft is revealed. Insert the pin or bare cable end into the hole and secure the cable by tightening down the terminal’s bushing. Ensure bare wire from the speaker cables does not touch the back panel or another socket. Ensure that there is only 1/2” (1cm) of bare cable or pin and no loose strands of speakers wire.

12 Soft Clipping™ - When an amplifier is driven beyond its specified power output, a hard, distorted sound can be heard on very loud sounds. This is caused by the amplifier cutting off or ‘hard clipping’ the peaks of sound that was not designed to reproduce. The NAD Soft Clipping circuit gently limits the output of the system to minimise audible distortion if the amplifier is overdriven.

If your listening involves moderate power levels you may leave the Soft Clipping switch to Off. If you are likely to play at high levels, that could stretch the amplifier’s power capability, then switch Soft Clipping On.

The Soft Clipping™ LED on the front panel will illuminate when the amplifier is in Soft Clipping mode.

13 AC line cord - Plug the AC power cord into a live AC wall socket. Make sure all connections have been made before connecting to mains.

14 12V trigger output - The 12V TRIGGER OUTPUT is used for controlling external equipment that is equipped with a 12V trigger input. This output will be 12V when the C320BEE is on and 0V when the unit is either off or in standby. This output can drive a load up to 50mA at 12V.

TO MAKE A RECORDING

When any source is selected, its signal is also fed directly to any tape machine connected to the TAPE 2 or TAPE 1 OUTPUTS for recording.

TAPE TO TAPE COPYING

You can copy between two tape machines connected to your NAD C320BEE. Put the source tape in the recorder connected to Tape 2 and the blank tape into the recorder connected to Tape 1. By selecting TAPE 2 Input you can now record from Tape 2 to Tape 1 and monitor the signal coming from the original tape.

REMOTE CONTROL HANDSET

The Remote Control handset handles the key functions of the NAD C320BEE and has additional controls to remotely operate NAD Tuners, DVD, and CD machines. It will operate up to a distance of 16ft (5m).

Alkaline batteries are recommended for maximum operating life. Two

AAA(R 03) batteries should be fitted in the battery compartment at the rear of the Remote Control handset. When replacing batteries, check that they have been put in the right way round, as indicated on the base of the battery compartment.

Please refer to previous sections of the manual for a full description of individual functions.

NOTE

•The remote control handset supplied with the C320BEE is of universal NAD type, designed to operate several NAD models. Some buttons on this handset are inoperative, as the functions aren’t supported by the C320BEE.

•The Video 2 and Video input selector, and Speakers A and Speakers B buttons on the remote control handset are inoperative in the case of the C320BEE.

•The input selector buttons perform the same functions as the buttons labeled the same on the front panel. There are a few differences and extra functions with the remote control handset however.

TUNER AND TUNER MODE

Selects the Tuner input on the NAD C320BEE and toggles the AM or FM waveband on a separate remote controllable NAD Tuner.

MUTE

Press the MUTE button to temporarily switch off the sound to the speakers and headphones. Mute mode is indicated by the active input LED flashing. Press the MUTE button again to restore sound.

Mute does not affect recordings made using the Tape outputs but will affect the signal going to the Pre-amp output (Pre Out).

MASTER VOLUME

or respectively increases or decreases the Volume setting. The motorized Volume Control on the front panel will indicate the level set.

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Contents C320BEE Power Lines Front Panel Controls Rear Panel Connections Quick Start Front Panel ControlsTape 2 Selects Tape 2 as the active input Rear Panel Connections Tuner and Tuner Mode Bare Wires and PIN ConnectorsRemote Control Handset Master VolumeTuner Control No Sound ONE Channel Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution No SoundPOWER/PROTECTION LED Turns RED Weak Bass / Diffuse Stereo ImageSpecifications PRE-AMP Section Power AMP SectionPhysical Specifications Commandes SUR LA Face Parlante Mise EN Marche RapideNota Liaisons DE LA Face Arrière Enregistrement TélécommandeFils NUS ET Bornes a Broches Copier Entre Cassettes Tape to TapeCommande Tuner Tuner Control Tuner ET Mode TunerVolume Global Master Volume Commande Lecteur CD CD Player ControlGraves Faibles / Image Stéréo Dépannage Problème Cause Solution Aucun SONPAS DE SON SUR UNE Voie DiffuseCaractéristiques Section Préamplificateur Section Ampli DE PuissanceCaractéristiques Physiques Drücken Sie die erforderliche Eingangswahltaste Hinweise ZUR AufstellungSchnellstart FrontplattenelementeRückwandanschlüsse Kopieren VON Band ZU Band Blanke Drähte UND EndhülsenAufzeichnen FernbedienungMute Stummschaltung Lautstärke Master VolumeTuner UND TUNER-MODUS TUNER-EINSTELLUNGEIN Kanal Ohne TON Problemlösung Ursache Abhilfe Kein TON„POWER/PROTECTION LED Leuchet Schwache BÄSSE/ UndeutlichesTechnische Daten Vorverstärker LeistungsverstärkerAbmessungen UND Gewicht Notas Sobre LA Instalacion Inicio RapidoMandos DEL Panel Delantero Conexiones DEL Panel Trasero Para Hacer UNA Grabacion Equipo Manual DE Mando a Distancia Remote Control HandsetConectores DE Cable Desnudo Y DE Patillas Copia DE Cinta a CintaSilenciamiento Mute Sintonizador Y Modo DE Sintonizador Tuner and Tuner ModeMaster Volume Volumen Principal Control DEL Sintonizador Tuner ControlBajos DEBILES/IMAGEN DE Estereo POWER/PROTECTION SE Pone ENNo HAY Sonido EN UN Canal DifusaEspecificaciones Seccion DEL Preamplificador Seccion DE Amplificador DE PotenciaEpecificaciones Fisicas Avviamento Rapido Comandi DEL Pannello AnterioreTape 2 Seleziona Tape 2 quale entrata attiva Connessioni DEL Pannello Posteriore Come Copiare UN Nastro SU UN Altro Fili Scoperti E Connettori a PiediniCome Effettuare UNA Registrazione TelecomandoVolume Principale Master Volume Controllo SintonizzatoreControllo CD Player NON SI HA Suono DA UN Canale Ricerca Guasti Problema Causa Soluzione Assenza DI SuonoLED POWER/PROTECTION DI Colore Immagine Debole Bassi StereoControlli del tono Specifiche Sezione PRE-AMPUscite di livello di linea Sezione Amplificatore DI PotenzaEfectue a ligação do cabo de alimentação de AC Notas Sobre a InstalaçãoInstalação E Ligação Rápida Prima o selector de entrada necessárioLigações do Painel Traseiro Cabos a Descoberto E Terminais DE Pinos Para Efectuar UMA GravaçãoCópia DE Cassete Para Cassete Comando DE Controlo Remoto Tuner and Tuner Mode Sintonizador E Modo DE SintonizaçãoMaster Volume Volume Principal Mute Supressão do SOMBaixos FRACOS/ Imagem Resolução DE Problemas Causa Solução Ausência DE SOMAusência DE SOM NUM Canal Estereofónica DifusaEspecificações Secção do PRÉ-AMPLIFICADOR Secção do Amplificador DE PotênciaEspecificações Físicas Reglage PÅ Apparatens Framsida Tänk PÅ Följande VID InkopplingSnabbstart ObserveraOBS Anslutningar PÅ Apparatens BaksidaFÖR ATT Göra EN Inspelning Tuner OCH Tuner ModeSkalade Kablar OCH PIN-KONTAKTER BandkopieringSätt tillbaka batteriluckan Svag BAS/DIFFUS Stereobild Felsökning Problem Orsak Lösning Inget LjudInget Ljud I ENA Kanalen Fjärrkontrollen Fungerar EJFörförstärkardelen Dimensioner OCH ViktSpecifikationer Stereodrift LinjenivåutgångarC320BEE Manual 07/02

C320BEE specifications

The NAD C320BEE is a highly regarded integrated amplifier designed for audio enthusiasts who seek a remarkable blend of performance, simplicity, and value. Launched as part of NAD's acclaimed C series, the C320BEE has made a strong impression due to its well-rounded specifications and reliable construction.

At the heart of the C320BEE lies a powerful, high-current amplifier section, capable of delivering 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms. This output enables the amplifier to drive a wide variety of speakers with ease, ensuring rich dynamics and a detailed soundstage. The use of NAD's proprietary PowerDrive technology allows the amplifier to maintain excellent sound quality, even during demanding passages. This technology delivers high instantaneous current, ensuring that transient peaks are handled without distortion, resulting in a clean and robust audio experience.

One of the standout features of the C320BEE is its simplicity. The layout of the front panel is user-friendly, showcasing classic control knobs for volume, balance, and source selection. With five line-level inputs, users can connect multiple audio devices such as CD players, tuners, or digital sources easily. Additionally, the dedicated tape loop allows for seamless integration of recording equipment, further enhancing its versatility.

The C320BEE is equipped with a high-quality phono stage that caters to vinyl enthusiasts. This built-in stage supports both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, making it accessible to a wide range of turntables. The signal path is meticulously designed to minimize noise and interference, ensuring that the warmth and character of vinyl records are faithfully reproduced.

Another notable characteristic is its build quality. The NAD C320BEE features a robust chassis and high-grade components, contributing to both durability and longevity. The internal layout is engineered to minimize electromagnetic interference, which helps in maintaining the integrity of the audio signal.

In terms of sound quality, the C320BEE has garnered praise for its warm tonal balance, with a smooth mid-range and clear high frequencies. This creates an engaging listening experience across various genres of music.

Overall, the NAD C320BEE combines innovative technologies with reliable performance, making it an excellent choice for both casual listeners and audiophiles. Whether used in an entry-level setup or as part of a more extensive system, its versatility and sound quality continue to resonate with music lovers around the world.
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