NAD M17 User manual

Owner’s Manual
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AV Surround Sound Preamp Processor
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M17

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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.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water-for example, near a
bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a
swimming pool; and the like.
8. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult
and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any
mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9. Cart - A product and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
product and cart combination to overturn.
10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation
to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been
adhered to.
11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label and connected to a MAINS socket outlet
with a protective earthing connection. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.
12. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the product.
13. Mains Plug - Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the
disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is
connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so
as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information
with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding
of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
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,
species that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
15. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the
wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage
to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
16. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity
of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can
fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits
as contact with them might be fatal.
17. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of re or electric shock.
18. Flame Sources - No naked ame sources, such as lighted candles, should be
placed on the product.
19. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts
that could result in a re or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the
product.
20. Headphones - Excessive sound pressure form earphones and headphones can
cause hearing loss.
21. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualied service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualied technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a
need for service.
22. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specied by the manufacturer or have the
same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
re, electric shock, or other hazards.
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NAD is a trademark of NAD Electronics International, a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited
Copyright 2018, NAD Electronics International, a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited
NAD is a trademark of NAD Electronics International, a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited
Copyright 2018, NAD Electronics International, a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited
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23. Battery Disposal - When disposing of used batteries, please comply with
governmental regulations or environmental public instruction’s rules that apply in
your country or area.
24. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in
proper operating condition.
25. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling
only as recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING
The lightning ash 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
sucient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
THE EQUIPMENT MUST BE CONNECTED TO AN EARTHED MAINS SOCKET-OUTLET.
CAUTION REGARDING PLACEMENT
To maintain proper ventilation, be sure to leave a space around the unit (from the
largest outer dimensions including projections) than is equal to, or greater than
shown below.
Left and Right Panels: 10 cm
Rear Panel: 10 cm
Top Panel: 10 cm
FCC STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.
CAUTION
Changes or modications to this equipment not expressly approved by NAD
Electronics for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
CAUTION
Marking and rating plate can be found at the rear panel of the apparatus.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects lled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on apparatus.
Mains plug is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable during
intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the
mains plug should be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.
Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
An appliance with a protective earth terminal should be connected to a mains outlet
with a protective earth connection.
IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.
This product is manufactured to comply with the radio interference
requirements of EEC DIRECTIVE 2004/108/EC.
NOTES ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
At the end of its useful life, this product must not be disposed of with
regular household waste but must be returned to a collection point for
the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. The symbol on the
product, user’s manual and packaging point this out.
The materials can be reused in accordance with their markings.
Through re-use, recycling of raw materials, or other forms of recycling of old products,
you are making an important contribution to the protection of our environment.
Your local administrative oce can advise you of the responsible waste disposal point.
RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER NOW, WHILE YOU CAN SEE IT
The model and serial number of your new M17 are located on the back of the cabinet.
For your future convenience, we suggest that you record these numbers here:
Model number : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Serial number : ......................................
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INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .........................2
INTRODUCTION
GETTING STARTED ...............................................5
WHAT’S IN THE BOX ..................................................5
CHOOSING A LOCATION .............................................5
DEFAULT SOURCE SETTINGS .........................................5
RESTORING M17 TO ITS FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS................5
IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS
FRONT PANEL....................................................6
REAR PANEL .....................................................8
OPERATION
USING THE M17 – MAIN MENU ..................................11
ABOUT THE ONSCREEN DISPLAY OSD............................ 11
MAIN MENU........................................................ 11
DSP OPTIONS ...................................................... 11
TONE CONTROLS................................................... 12
ZONE CONTROLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
ZONE 2 ............................................................. 12
ZONE 3/ZONE 4 .................................................... 12
SYSTEM INFO....................................................... 13
USING THE M17 – SETUP MENU .................................14
SETUP MENU ....................................................... 14
CONTROL SETUP ................................................... 14
SOURCE SETUP..................................................... 15
SPEAKER SETUP .................................................... 16
SPEAKER CONFIGURATION ......................................... 16
SPEAKER LEVELS.................................................... 17
SPEAKER DISTANCE ................................................ 18
DIRAC LIVE ......................................................... 18
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME .......................................... 18
ADJUSTING CHANNEL LEVELS ‘ON THE FLY’ ........................ 19
ZONE SETUP ....................................................... 19
ZONE 2 SETUP...................................................... 19
ZONE 3 SETUP/ZONE 4 SETUP...................................... 19
TRIGGER SETUP .................................................... 19
LISTENING MODE SETUP ........................................... 20
LISTENING MODES ................................................. 21
DOLBY ATMOS ..................................................... 21
DOLBY SETUP ...................................................... 22
DTS SETUP ......................................................... 22
ENHANCED STEREO ................................................ 22
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY SETUP...................................... 22
A/V PRESETS........................................................ 22
BluOS SETUP ....................................................... 25
SELECT LANGUAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
USING THE HTRM 2 REMOTE CONTROL ..........................26
CONTROLLING THE M17............................................ 26
LEARNING CODES FROM OTHER REMOTES......................... 27
PUNCH THROUGH.................................................. 27
COPY A COMMAND FROM ANOTHER KEY.......................... 27
MACRO COMMANDS............................................... 27
KEY ILLUMINATION TIMEOUT....................................... 28
CONFIGURING KEY ILLUMINATION ................................. 28
FACTORY RESET .................................................... 28
DELETE MODE...................................................... 28
LOADING CODELIBRARIES ......................................... 29
SEARCH MODE ..................................................... 29
CHECKING CODELIBRARY NUMBER................................ 29
SUMMARY OF THE HTRM 2 MODES ................................ 30
USING THE ZR 7 REMOTE CONTROL ................................ 30
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................31

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Packed with your M17 you will nd
• Quick Setup Guide
• BluOS Kit containing USB Hub, Wi-Fi Dongle, Bluetooth USB Micro
Adapter and USB to USB Cable Extender
• HTRM 2 remote control with 4 AA batteries
• BluOS-Ready Flyer/Bluesound player
• ZR 7 zone remote control with 3V CR2025 battery
• Measurement microphone with USB Mic adapter and phone jack
adapter
• Detachable mains power cord
• Four pieces of magnetic feet
• Four female 3-pin mini-XLR to male 3-pin XLR cables
• Cleaning cloth
• USB ash drive
SAVE THE PACKAGING
Please save the box and all of the packaging in which your M17 arrived.
Should you move or otherwise need to transport your M17, this is by far
the safest container in which to do so. We’ve seen too many otherwise
perfect components damaged in transit for lack of a proper shipping
carton, so please: Save that box!
CHOOSING A LOCATION
Choose a location that is well ventilated (with at least several inches to
both sides and behind), and that will provide a clear line of sight, within
25 feet/8 meters, between the M17’s front panel and your primary
listening/viewing position - this will ensure reliable infrared remote control
communications. The M17 generates a modest amount of heat, but
nothing that should trouble adjacent components.
DEFAULT SOURCE SETTINGS
The following table lists the default SOURCE settings. Note that the Audio
input settings show both digital and analog audio input. Digital input will
always take precedence over analog audio input even if both are present.
SOURCE AUDIO INPUT VIDEO INPUT
Source 1 HDMI 1/Stereo 1 HDMI 1
Source 2 HDMI 2/Stereo 2 HDMI 2
Source 3 HDMI 3/Stereo 3 HDMI 3
Source 4 HDMI 4/Stereo 4 HDMI 4
Source 5 HDMI 5/Stereo 5 HDMI 5
Source 6 (BluOS) BluOS BluOS
To modify the above default settings and for a better understanding of
source setting and combinations, please refer to the item about “SOURCE
SETUP” in the “USING THE M17 - SETUP MENU”segment of the“OPERATION”
section.
NOTE
Digital input will always take precedence over analog audio input if
both are present.
RESTORING M17 TO ITS FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS
1 Press and hold front panel’s “Main” display.
2 Select “Setup” display option.
3 Select “Factory Reset” display option.
4 Select between “Yes (NTSC)” and “Yes (PAL) to select video mode after
Factory Reset. Select “No”if you decide not to reset your M17.
5 Factory reset is complete after the display below and the M17 going to
standby mode.
INTRODUCTION
GETTING STARTED
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