NAD T163 manual Separates vs. Receivers, Features, T 163 A/V Tuner Preamplifier

T 163 A/V Tuner Preamplifier

• Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital ProLogic IIx, DTS, DTS ES, DTS NEO:6, Matrix 7.1, EARS, Enhanced Stereo

•Stereo Bypass

•24 bit/192kHz DACs for all channels

•6 Video Inputs all S-Video and Composite, 2 Tape Loops

•Component Video, 3 Inputs and 1 Output HDTV Compatible

•3 Audio Inputs, 1 Tape Loop

•6 Digital Inputs, 4 Coaxial, 2 TOS Link freely assignable

•2 Digital Outputs, 1 Coaxial, 1 TOS Link

•7.1 Analogue Input

•Analogue input levels are adjustable for best S/N ratio

•Pre-amp Outputs employ discrete component buffer amps for ultra-low output impedance and high current drive

•Zone 2 A/V Preout with independent source and volume

•RS-232 port interface for advanced control systems and software upgrades

•IEC Detachable Power Cable

•3 x 12V Trigger Outputs, 12V Trigger Input

•3 x IR Outputs, IR Input

•All Inputs can be renamed, and preferred surround mode is saved

•5 Custom Scenario Presets store unique speaker setting (Bass Management) surround mode and tone control settings for instant recall

•HTR-2 - 8 Device Illuminated Learning Remote with Macro function

•ZR-2 Second Zone Remote included, discrete codes for independent zone

For the enthusiast that seeks the highest levels of performance and flexibility, NAD has created the T 163 A/V Tuner Preamp. When matched with an NAD multi- channel power amp, the T 163 clearly achieves NAD’s 10/10 Rule: adding 10% more performance would increase the price by a factor of 10! Whether your primary interest is Hollywood movies, music videos, or just listening to music, the T 163 delivers on the NAD promise of creating an intense and involving home entertainment experience at a price that competes with “ordinary” components from the mass-market brands.

Separates vs. Receivers

Separate components have always been used in professional applications, and occupy the highest tier of performance for consumer electronics products. Simply put, the receiver concept makes compromises in performance and flexibility in favor of convenience and price. This is especially true for the power amplifi er section of the receiver. The large power supply and output stage heat sinks of the power amp must be compromised to fi t in the single chassis format of the receiver. These high power parts can also cause interference with the low- voltage sensitive circuits used in preamplifi er, tuner, and decoder sections of the receiver. The T 163 combines all the control and decoding functions in one compact chassis, giving up nothing to the convenience of the receiver, yet by separating the power amp stages gives a big jump in performance and flexibility.

Features

The T 163 offers remarkable system flexibility, with all audio, video and digital inputs freely assignable to a non- volatile memory. Inputs can also be renamed to add a custom touch to your system. This is easily accomplished via the OSD (On Screen Display) or via the RS-232 and available PC program.

The T 163 also includes rear panel IR input and outputs in addition to a 2-way RS-232 communications port to allow easy interface to advanced control systems like Aegis and Crestron. With a Zone 2 audio and video output, the T 163 is really two components in one, allowing