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NAD T 778 User Manual

NAD T 778
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Owners Manual
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AV Surround Amplier
T 778
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NAD T 778 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNAD
ModelT 778
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Caution Regarding Placement

Guidelines on proper unit placement to ensure adequate ventilation and prevent overheating.

FCC Statement

Information regarding compliance with FCC rules for digital devices and potential interference.

Notes on Environmental Protection

Instructions for responsible disposal of the product at the end of its life cycle.

Introduction

Getting Started

Initial steps and essential information for setting up and using the T 778.

What's in the Box

Lists all components and accessories included with the T 778 unit.

Choosing a Location

Recommendations for selecting an optimal and well-ventilated placement for the T 778.

Default Source Settings

Details the factory default assignments for audio and video inputs for each source.

Identification of Controls

Front Panel

Detailed explanation of the controls and indicators located on the front panel of the T 778.

Rear Panel

Identification and description of all connectivity ports and inputs on the rear panel.

Operation

Configuring T 778 - Main Menu via On-Screen Display

Guide to navigating and configuring the T 778 using the on-screen display menus.

DSP Options

Configuration settings for Digital Signal Processing features like Lip Sync Delay.

Lip Sync Delay

Adjusting audio delay to synchronize with video for optimal viewing.

Tone Controls

Adjusting bass, treble, and center dialog levels for audio output.

Operation

Zone Controls

Managing and configuring Zone 2 audio output and source selection.

Zone 2 at Audio Pre-Out Surround Back

Assigning surround back channels for Zone 2 speaker-level output.

Volume Mode

Selecting volume control mode (Variable/Fixed) for Zone 2 audio.

Operation

System Info

Displaying firmware versions, serial number, IP address, and temperature status.

Check for Upgrade

Indicator for available firmware updates for the T 778.

Start Upgrade

Procedure to initiate and perform firmware updates over the internet.

Operation

Configuring T 778 - Setup Menu via On-Screen Display

Guide to customizing T 778 operation using the setup menu.

Control Setup

Configuration options for auto standby, CEC, LAN, and other control features.

Operation

ARC Mode

Configuration for Audio Return Channel function for TV audio.

Sample Setup of Two NAD Products on the Same Zone

Example demonstrating independent control of NAD devices using IR channels.

IR Channel

Setting and assigning alternate IR channels for remote control.

Source Setup

Configuring input sources, including naming, audio, and video assignments.

Operation

Speaker Setup

Guide to managing and setting up speakers for optimal acoustics.

Speaker Configuration

Settings for speaker size, crossover, and mode (e.g., Small, Large, Off).

Speaker Levels

Adjusting the relative balance of loudspeaker levels for surround sound.

Using an SPL Meter

Guidance on using a sound pressure level meter for accurate speaker calibration.

Operation

Speaker Distance

Setting speaker distances for precise delay and imaging optimization.

Dirac Live

Introduction to the integrated room correction technology.

Microphone

Requirements and connection details for the measurement microphone.

Computer (Windows, macOS)

Setup requirements for using a computer with Dirac Live calibration.

Operation

Adjusting the Volume

Instructions for adjusting the master volume and channel levels.

Muting the Sound

How to mute all audio channels completely using the remote.

Adjusting Channel Levels "On the Fly"

Making quick adjustments to center, surround, and subwoofer levels.

Volume Mode

Configuration options for Zone 2 volume control (Variable or Fixed).

Operation

Amplifier Setup

Configuring amplifier assignments for surround back channels.

Auto Trigger In

Enabling automatic power toggling for linked components via trigger signals.

Dolby Setup

Configuring Dolby audio formats, dynamic range, and center spread.

DTS Setup

Configuring DTS audio formats, dynamic range, and dialog control.

Operation

Stereo

Listening mode for two-channel stereo audio playback.

Direct

Listening mode to play audio sources in their native, unprocessed format.

Enhanced Stereo

Listening mode that utilizes the maximum speaker complement for stereo output.

Analog Bypass

Listening mode bypassing DSP for analog signals, retaining tone controls.

Operation

Dolby Setup

Configuration for Dolby audio processing and dynamic range control.

Enhanced Stereo

Description of Enhanced Stereo listening mode and its use with front panel display.

Front Panel Display Setup

Customizing brightness, temporary display, and source view options.

Operation

BluOS Source Front View

Overview of the front panel display when the BluOS source is active.

Menu Options

Explanation of menu options accessible via the front panel display.

Cover Art and Meta Data

Displaying album art, song title, artist name, and other metadata.

Source Display Options

Configuring how source information, like simple or detailed view, is presented.

Operation

Analog VU Meter

Functionality of the VU meter for monitoring BluOS source audio levels.

Other Sources Front View

Configuring the front panel display for non-BluOS sources.

Creating Presets

Guide to saving custom settings configurations as A/V Presets.

Sample Procedure for Setting Up A/V Presets

Step-by-step example for creating and configuring A/V Presets.

Operation

Tone Controls

Adjusting audio tone settings including defeat, bass, treble, and center dialog.

Front Panel Display Setup

Customizing display brightness, temporary display, and source view settings.

Speaker Setup

Detailed guide for configuring speaker size, levels, and distance.

Listening Modes

Selection of various listening modes for different audio formats.

Operation

DSP Options

Configuration of Digital Signal Processing parameters like Lip Sync Delay.

Tone Controls

Adjusting audio tone settings (bass, treble, dialog) via the menu.

Front Panel Display Setup

Customizing front panel display features and options.

Recalling Presets

Instructions on how to recall saved A/V Presets using the remote control.

Operation

System and Upgrade

Options for upgrading BluOS, performing factory resets for BluOS and System.

Select Language

Choosing the display language for the On-Screen Display (OSD).

Master Quality Authenticated

Information on MQA audio technology and its playback indicators.

Operation

Configuring T 778 - Menu via Front Panel Display

Navigating and configuring the T 778 using its intuitive front panel touch display.

Presets

Using the BluOS App to program and manage favorite radio stations, streams, and sources.

Settings

Overview of parameters and functions configurable via the front panel display.

Main Menu

Accessing and configuring core functions like DSP Options and Tone Controls via front panel.

Operation

Setup Menu

Accessing and configuring various operational parameters of the T 778.

Control Setup

Configuration options for auto standby, CEC, LAN, and IR channel.

Speaker Setup

Detailed guide for configuring speaker size, levels, distance, and Dirac Live.

Source Setup

Configuring input sources, including naming, analog/digital audio, and video assignments.

Operation

Listening Mode Setup

Selecting and configuring various listening modes for optimal audio playback.

Front Panel Display Setup

Customizing front panel display brightness, temporary display, and source views.

A/V Presets

Creating and managing custom A/V Presets for different listening scenarios.

System and Upgrade

Managing system firmware updates and performing factory resets.

Operation

Using the HTR 8 Remote Control

Comprehensive guide to operating the T 778 using the HTR 8 remote control.

Overview of the HTR 8

Features and capabilities of the HTR 8 remote control.

Getting Familiar with the HTR 8

Understanding the sections and basic functions of the HTR 8 remote.

Learning Codes from Other Remotes

Procedure for teaching the HTR 8 remote to control other devices.

Operation

Copy a Command from Another Key

Copying functions from one key to another on the HTR 8 remote.

Macro Commands

Creating and using macro commands for automating sequences.

Recording Macros

Step-by-step process for recording and assigning macro commands.

Operation

Executing Macros

How to trigger and run recorded macro commands on the HTR 8.

Key Illumination Timeout

Setting the duration for key illumination on the HTR 8 remote.

Factory Reset

Restoring the HTR 8 remote to its factory default settings.

Delete Mode

Deleting learned or copied commands from the HTR 8 remote.

Operation

Loading Code-Libraries

Changing the default NAD codes for controlling components.

Search Mode

Using search mode to find compatible code-libraries for components.

Checking Code-Library Number

Retrieving the current code-library assigned to a device selector key.

Summary of the HTR 8 Modes

Overview table of HTR 8 modes and associated key presses.

Operation

Using the ZR 7 Remote Control

Operating Zone 2 features using the dedicated ZR 7 remote.

ZR 7 Remote Control Functions

Explanation of the functions of the ZR 7 remote, including ON/OFF, Source, Mute, Volume, and Presets.

Reference

Specifications

Technical specifications for the NAD T 778 AV Surround Amplifier.

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