NOTES ON INSTALLATION8. TUNER INPUT
Your NAD C 162 should be placed on a firm, level surface. Avoid placingInput for a Tuner or other line-level signal source. Use a twin RCA-to-
the unit in direct sunlight or near sources of heat and damp. AllowRCA lead to connect the Tuner left and right �Audio OutputsO to this
adequate ventilation. Do not place the unit on a soft surface like ainput.
carpet. Do not place or it in an enclosed position such a bookcase or
cabinet that may impede the air-flow through the ventilation slots.9. TAPE 2 IN, OUT
ENGLISHMake sure the unit and other components of your system are switchedConnections for analogue recording and playback to an audio tape
off before making any connections.recorder of any type. Using twin RCA-to-RCA leads, connect to the left
and right �Audio OutputO of the tape machine to the TAPE 2 IN sockets
The RCA sockets on your NAD C 162 are colour coded for convenience.for playback and tape monitoring. Connect the left and right �Audio
Red and white are Right and Left audio respectively, and yellow for NADInputO of the tape machine to the TAPE 2 OUT sockets for recording.
Link.
Use high quality leads and sockets for optimum performance and10. TAPE 1 IN, OUTFRAN?AIS
reliability. Ensure that leads and sockets are not damaged in any wayConnections for analogue recording and playback to a secondary audio
and all sockets are firmly pushed home.tape recorder of any type. Using twin RCA-to-RCA leads, connect to the
left and right �Audio OutputO of the tape machine to the TAPE 1 IN
If the unit is not going to be used for some time, disconnect the plugsockets for playback and tape monitoring. Connect the left and right
from the AC socket. �Audio InputO of the tape machine to the TAPE 1OUT sockets for
recording.
DEUTSCHShould water get into your NAD C 162, shut off the power to the unit
and remove the plug from the AC socket. Have the unit inspected by a11. PRE OUT 1
qualified service technician before attempting to use it again. The NAD C 162 allows for the connection multiple power amplifiers. If
Do not remove the cover, there are no user-serviceable parts inside. you are using a single stereo power amplifier, use the PRE OUT 1
Use a dry soft cloth to clean the unit. If necessary, lightly dampen thesockets.
cloth with soapy water. Do not use solutions containing benzol or otherIf you are using a pair of power amplifiers specifically for Bi-amping, use
NEDERLANDSvolatile agents.the sockets to connect the power amplifier with the lowest gain of the
pair. Refer also to chapter OBi-amping� for more information.
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS
1. MC INPUTUse a twin RCA-to-RCA lead to connect to the left and right �Audio
Input for a Moving Coil phono cartridge. Connect the twin RCA leadInputO of the Power amp to the PRE OUT 1 sockets.
from your turntable to this input if you are using a Moving Coil
cartridge.12. PRE OUT 2
The PRE OUT 2 sockets can be used to drive an additional power
ESPA?OL
2. MM INPUTamplifier. The VOLUME PRE OUT 2 control (13) can be used to reduce
Input for a Moving Magnet phono cartridge. Connect the twin RCAthe output level of the pre-amplifier to the power amplifier by up to -
lead from your turntable to this input if you are using a Moving Magnet12dB. With the VOLUME PRE OUT 2 control set to the maximum
cartridge.position (at the 0dB position), the output level will be identical to that of
the PRE OUT 1 sockets.
3. MC-MM SWITCH
ITALIANOUse this switch to select the phono input you are using. If you are using a pair of power amplifiers specifically for Bi-amping, use
the PRE OUT 2 sockets to connect the power amplifier with the highest
4. PHONO GROUND CONNECTORgain of the pair. By adjusting the VOLUME PRE OUT 2 control (13) the
Often, the twin RCA leads from turntables also includes a single wirevolume level can be matched exactly to that of the power amplfier
earth lead. Use the NAD C 162 phono ground connector to connect thisconnected to the PRE OUT 1 sockets. Refer also to chapter OBi-amping�
lead. Unscrew the terminal to expose the hole, which will accept thefor more information.
lead. After insertion, tighten the terminal to secure the lead.PORTUGUaS
Use a twin RCA-to-RCA lead to connect to the left and right �Audio
5. CD INPUTInputO of the Power amp to the PRE OUT 1 sockets.
Input for a CD or other line-level signal source. Use a twin RCA-to-RCA
lead to connect the CD playerOs left and right �Audio OutputsO to this13. VOLUME PRE OUT 2
input. The NAD C 162 only accepts analogue signals from your CDThe VOLUME Pre Out 2 control allows for adjustment of the output level
player.of the PRE OUT 2 sockets. The output level can be reduced by up to
12dB; when set to the maximum position (at the 0dB position), the
6. VIDEO INPUToutput level will be identical to that of the PRE OUT 1 sockets. Refer alsoSVENSKA
Input for the audio signal from a stereo VCR (or stereo TV/Satellite/Cableto chapter OBi-amping� for more information.
receiver) or other line-level audio source. Using twin RCA-to-RCA leads,
connect to the left and right �Audio OutO of the unit to these inputs.NOTE
Note: These are audio inputs only.Always turn the pre-amplifier and associated power amplifiers off
before connecting or disconnecting anything to the Pre-Out 1 & 2
7. AUX INPUTsockets.
Input for additional line level input signals such as another CD player.
Use a twin RCA-to-RCA lead to connect the auxiliary unitOs left and right
�Audio OutputsO to this input.
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