NAD C399 - User Manual

Owner’s Manual
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Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier
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C 389

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION REGARDING PLACEMENT

Details guidelines for proper ventilation and spacing around the unit.

INTRODUCTION AND GETTING STARTED

GETTING STARTED

Covers initial setup steps like unboxing, choosing a location, and factory reset procedures.

FRONT PANEL Controls and Identification

FRONT PANEL

Describes the buttons, indicators, display, and ports on the front of the unit.

REAR PANEL Controls and Identification

REAR PANEL

Details the various connectors and controls found on the rear of the NAD C 389.

MDC2 Module Features and Options

MDC2 UPGRADE SLOTS

Explains the MDC2 architecture and its role in future upgrades.

MDC2 BLUOS-D Module

Describes the optional MDC2 BluOS-D module for streaming services and multi-room audio.

SR 10 Remote Control Operation

SR 10 Remote Control Functions

Details the functions and operation of the included SR 10 remote control handset.

NAD C 389 Operation Guide

Using the C 389 Amplifier

Details how to operate the NAD C 389 amplifier, covering various functions and settings.

NAD C 389 Specifications and Reference

Technical Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications measured according to industry standards.

NAD C399 Specifications

General

Signal-to-Noise Ratio	>95dB (A-weighted, 500mV input, ref. 1W out in 8 ohms)
Outputs	Speaker A, Speaker B, Subwoofer, Pre-out, Headphone
Digital Inputs	2 x Optical, 2 x Coaxial, 1 x HDMI eARC, 1 x USB
DAC	ESS Sabre ES9028Q2M
Power Output	180W per channel (8 ohms)
Frequency Response	20Hz-20kHz
Inputs	2 x Optical, 2 x Coaxial, 1 x USB
Weight	11.2 kg
Clipping Power	200W (8 ohms)
IHF Dynamic Power	260W (8 ohms)
Channel Separation	>70dB (1kHz)
Analog Inputs	2 x RCA
Bluetooth	aptX HD
Input Impedance	47k Ohms
USB DAC	Up to 24-bit/192kHz
THD+N	<0.005% (20Hz-20kHz, 8 ohms)