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1. PLIIx Movie right Back Surround and Back Surround left Subwoofer right Subwoofer DTS NEO 6 Two channel recordings whether stereo or surround encoded are reproduced with Neo 6 surround with output to front left right center and discrete left right surround channels plus subwoofer assuming these are present in the current Speaker Configuration The M17 provides two DTS Neo 6 variations NEO 6 Cinema and NEO 6 Music See also section about Adjusting Listening Modes below EARS Two channel recordings whether stereo or surround encoded are reproduced with proprietary NAD surround processing with signals output to the front left right center and discrete left right surround channels plus subwoofer assuming these are present in the current Speaker Configuration EARS does not employ the surround back speakers if any EARS extracts the natural ambience present in nearly all well produced stereo recordings It does not synthesize any ambience or other sonic elements and thus remains truer to the sound of the original musical performance than most other music surround options Select EARS for listening to stereo music recordings and broadcasts EARS produces a subtle but highly natural and believable ambience from nearly all natural acoustic stereo recordings Typically these include classical jazz and folk genres as well as numerous examples from others Its virtues include realistic stable fr
2. e Press BD again to exit the learning mode NOTES e The DEVICE SELECTOR keys can themselves be configured to learn a command e Press and hold a configured DEVICE SELECTOR for at least 2 seconds to execute a function assigned to the particular DEVICE SELECTOR key e Short press of a configured DEVICE SELECTOR will just switch the active device CANCEL OPERATION You can cancel configuring a key by pressing the active Device Selector key before the learn process is complete the Learn LED will turn red PUNCH THROUGH The HTRM 2 s punch through function allows you to retain a function key from one Device Select page to another so that for example the AMP SURR MODE function might still control the M17 when the BD Device Selector page is active NOTE The HTRM 2 s VOL A V keys are pre programmed as punched through for all Device Selector pages VOL A V will operate the M17 s master volume regardless of the currently selected device The SURR CENT and SUB Channel Volume controls similarly are pre programmed as punched through To set a punch through after entering the Learning Mode and pressing the desired key to be punched through simply press the device key twice of the device to punch through to The status LED will turn green press the Device Selector key again to exit Learning Mode Example Punch through AMP SURR MODE key to the BD page e Onthe HTRM 2 simultaneously press and
3. Bass or Dialog and then use the A V to adjust their respective levels Press TONE again to save the settings and at the same time move on to the next parameter or exit the parameter setting altogether 14 ZONE CONTROLS Zone Controls JOff Depending on the settings made at the separate Zone Setup menu under the Setup Menu section discussion the applicable Zone can be configured and managed via this Zone Controls window Zone Controls Zone 4 ee On Source Local Volume 20dB Zone 3 On Source l Source Zone 4 On Source Source 2 Select On to activate the applicable Zone When activated the Source input for the particular Zone can be allocated by selecting through the following inputs All enabled Sources and Local Select Local as your selected Zone s Source input if you wish to enjoy the same source as the main Zone and allow simultaneous listening but with full separate volume levels If a Zone is set to Off it is deactivated or powered off Volume refers to the adjustable secondary Zone 2 Volume level that can be increased or decreased using the A V buttons of the HTRM 2 Zone 2 is always available to be configured at Zone Controls menu For Zone 3 and Zone 4 to become available at the Zone Controls window their corresponding Mode in the Zone Setup menu under the Setup Menu section should be set to Zone A
4. default value is 2 seconds To set the illumination timeout simultaneously press and hold for 3 seconds both the HTRM 2 s DISP and the 0 9 key with the digit corresponding to the desired timeout duration the Learn LED will flash twice to confirm the new setting When set to zero the illumination will not turn on at all NOTES e Key illumination is activated when one presses any HTRM 2 key IfHTRM 2 senses movement key illumination is activated without having to press a key If HTRM 2 is shaken key illumination is also activated e Key illumination is the biggest drain on the HTRM 2 s batteries A short key illumination timeout will extend battery life appreciably turning it off altogether set it to 0 seconds will lengthen it still further CONFIGURING KEY ILLUMINATION Keys to Press for 3 seconds Mode DISP Digit Key 0 9 Set key illumination timeout to number of seconds corresponding to digit key Zero turns off the key illumination entirely DISP OFF Disable light sensor Key illumination will turn on with any key press DISP ON Enable light sensor DISP ENTER Set the light sensor threshold to the current light level DISP RTN Restore all key illumination settings to the defaults 32 FACTORY RESET The HTRM 2 can be reset to its factory state deleting all learned commands copied and punched through keys macros and other setup information reverting all keys to their pre programmed library com
5. 103 L75 303 L53 Tuner TEn ee 173 Tuner 3112 Zone 3 305 425 4112 Zone 4 306 445 105 L70 307 Txx5 Series Tuner 106 L76 400 Tape Deck B 107 118 401 TAPE Deck A 108 L53 500 TV 280 109 L73 501 MR13 110 Stereo Receiver Amplifier 502 MR20 111 Stereo Second Zone 503 PMR45 112 Txx5 Series 600 T535 1562 1585 M55 200 CD Player 601 T550 L55 201 CD Player old 602 1512 1531 1532 1571 1572 202 5170 5240 5340 603 L70 L73 BD 203 5325 604 L56 m o s BREN E 205 M5 606 L53 BD OPERATION USING THE HTRM 2 REMOTE CONTROL SEARCH MODE If none of the codes from the table when entered turns on the component and if you are quite sure you have followed the above procedure completely and carefully you may want to try the search method as follows Enter Library Mode by simultaneously pressing and holding for 3 seconds both the desired Device Selector key and the A V PSET key until the Learn LED turns green Now press and hold the HTRM 2 s A or V key the remote will step through all the available codes at a rate of approximately 1 per second When the component turns off immediately release the cursor key press ENTER to accept that code library and exit the Library Mode Try a few commands should you prove to have stepped past the needed code library re enter the Library Mode and use the cursor key to step back to it NOTE It is possible that search mode will find code libraries that operate at least partially som
6. INTO THE EARTH IF REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES SEE NEC SECTION 810 21 f 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 fire or electric shock 18 Flame Sources No naked flame 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 fire 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 qualified service personnel
7. LEVELS section below 13 TONE CONTROLS Tone Controls Tone Defeat off 0 0dB Treble Bass 0 0dB Center Dialog 0 0dB The M17 has three Tone Control levels Treble Bass and Center Dialog Bass and Treble controls only affect the low bass and high treble leaving the critical midrange frequencies free of coloration The Center Dialog Dialog in the VFD control boosts the presence of the midrange region improving intelligibility of soeech These controls allow one to tweak on the fly the frequency response of the source during playback The control setting could be adjusted by navigating through the Tone Controls OSD menu via a combination of ENTER and lt gt A V keys The same can be managed directly by pressing the front panel s Tone display and then press and slide to adjust treble bass or dialog level Maximum and minimum values for all three Tone Control levels are 10 dB Tone Defeat gives one the choice of varying or completely bypassing the tone control section of the M17 If Off Tone Active in the VFD is selected the Tone Control circuits are active Select On Tone Defeat in the VFD to bypass the Tone Controls effectively defeating the effect of the tone control circuits NOTE Tone Controls options can be directly selected or changed using HTRM 2 s TONE button with DEVICE SELECTOR set to AMP mode Toggle TONE button to select Treble
8. M17 s Preset system Consequently multiple speaker settings can be stored for easy recall as different types of recordings or listening modes require Speaker Configuration can be managed and adjusted by pressing a combination of gt and then A V keys Set Front Center and Surround to Large Small 40Hz to 200Hz or Off as your subsystems speakers require The Back speakers can either be one or two speakers Set Back to either 1 or 2 speakers as per availability Set Subwoofer to On or Off selecting On only if you have a subwoofer connected to the M17 s SUBW1 or SUBW2 output jack If Subwoofer is set to Off Front speakers will automatically be set to Large 20 ENHANCED BASS When the subwoofer is set to On and Front is set to Large the option Enhanced Bass becomes available Normally with speakers set to Large the subwoofer is not active The Enhanced Bass option allows full range operation of the speakers with the additional bass contribution of the subwoofer This feature is particularly useful when one wants to experience maximum bass output Please note that due to acoustic cancellation effects the bass response may be uneven when using this setting You can set Subwoofer to On even with Large front speakers in which case bass content from any channels set to Small will be routed to both the subwo
9. Name will be shown in the VFD as well as on the OSD 16 ANALOG AUDIO All available analog audio input can be variably assigned to any of the Sources Scroll to Analog Audio press gt and then A V to select and assign an analog audio input to the particular Source There are two choices Audio or Off When Audio is chosen press gt and then A V to select and assign the desired audio input 1 to 7 If OFF is selected no incoming analog audio signal is selected by the particular Source Note that when Analog Audio is set to Off Gain will not be enabled as an option NOTE An incoming digital signal present at the assigned digital input will always take precedence over the assigned analog audio input even if both are present To maintain the analog audio input for the particular Source select Off at the Digital Audio setting of the same Source menu GAIN Gain adjustment allows all sources to play back at the same volume level so you don t need to adjust the volume every time a new source is selected It is generally preferable to reduce the level of the loudest source rather than making louder the softer sources Scroll to Gain press gt and then A V to step through the desired level from 12dB to 12d B Note that when Analog Audio is set to Off Gain will not be enabled as an option DIGITAL AUDIO To take advantage of the M17 s high pe
10. Options 5ms DSP Options Lip Sync Delay ADC Rate Audyssey Dyn EQ Offset Audyssey Dyn Volume Tone Controls Tone Defeat On Tone Controls Tone Defeat 3 On Display Setup Set Brightness to 3 Display Setup Front Panel Brightness OSD Temp Disp On Speaker Setup from the Speaker Setup menu go to Speaker Configuration sub menu and change Subwoofer from On to Off Front becomes Large Speaker Setup Audyssey Auto Calibration Speaker Configuration Speaker Levels Speaker Distance Speaker Configuration Front Large Center Small 80Hz Surround gt Small 80Hz Back 2 Small 80Hz Subwoofer ONT 2 With the above settings scroll to A V Presets from the SETUP MENU page Use gt to access A V Presets menu Setup Menu i Control Setup Source Setup Speaker Setup Zone Setup Trigger Setup Listening Mode Setup Display Setup A V Presets 27 3 28 At A V Presets page set Preset 1 to the following conditions use A V to select Yes or No and press ENTER to confirm selection and move on to the next setting A V Presets Preset fat Name Preset 1 Listening Mode Yes DSP Options Yes Tone Controls Yes Speaker Setup Yes Display Setup Yes Save Current Setup to Preset Load Defaults to Preset While at Save Current Setup to Preset menu line use gt to s
11. Remote App is connected to the same network as the M17 e The NAD AVR Remote App automatically discovers your network connected M17 and walks you through controlling and adjusting fundamental functions including power volume source selection and other basic setup features e The IP address of your network connected M17 can be obtained Press and hold Main item in the front panel display menu until below information is displayed Setup Main Listen Audyssey v1 16 beta 11 v1 00 beta 19 v1 00 b1 v1 00 M170012345 192 168 0 1 Control4 Identify 10 NOTES e NADis not responsible for any malfunction of the M17 and or the internet connection due to communication errors or malfunctions associated with your broadband internet connection or other connected equipment Contact your Internet Service Provider ISP for assistance or the service bureau of your other equipment e Contact your ISP for policies charges content restrictions service limitations bandwidth repair and other related issues pertinent to internet connectivity pertinent to internet connectivity 12 HDMI HDMI IN 1 6 HDMI MONITOR OUT 1 2 e Connect the sets of HDMI input to the HDMI OUT connectors of source components such as DVD player BD player or HDTV satellite cable box Connect the HDMI MONITOR OUT 1 and or HMDI MONITOR OUT 2 to compatible HDTV or projector with HDMI input Both HDMI output ports display simultaneously the same audio video so
12. Setup Normal View Source Setup Table View SOURCE SETUP NORMAL VIEW The Source Setup Normal View menu makes it possible to set allocate or change the following settings Source Setup Normal View Source Peal Enabled Yes Name Source 1 Analog Audio Audio 1 Gain OdB Digital Audio HDMI 1 Video HDMI 1 A V Preset None Trigger Out None SOURCE All available Sources are configurable A particular Source can be enabled or disabled renamed assigned analog and digital audio sources video sources A V Presets Trigger settings among other settings These settings can be implemented through the following parameters ENABLED One can enable disable a Source via this option This is particularly useful if only few Sources are used and one directly selects the Source from the front panel display options bypassing unused sources Select Yes to enable the particular Source or No to disable the Source NAME A new Name maybe assigned to a Source label For example if your BD player is attached to Source 1 it is possible to rename Source 1 to BD In order to rename the Source label scroll to the Name parameter Press gt to go to the first character Then press A V to pick through the alphanumeric selections Press gt to move to the next character and at the same time save the changes done on the current character The name can be as long as twelve characters The new
13. also on Zone Controls at the Main Menu NOTE The ZR 7 remote control will only control Zone 2 applications TRIGGER SETUP Trigger Setup Trigger 1 Out Main Delay 4 Trigger 2 Out Delay Trigger 3 Out Delay Auto Trigger In The M17 features three configurable 12V DC Trigger Output that can be used to activate a component or system it is fed into A Trigger Input is also available to turn on the applicable link it is associated to Use a combination of lt gt A V and ENTER keys to navigate through the Trigger Setup menu parameters TRIGGER OUT Triggers are low voltage signal used to turn on off other compliant devices The M17 s three 12V DC Trigger Output Trigger 1 Out Trigger 2 Out and Trigger 3 Out are dependent upon the mode they are associated with The following are the choices where 12V DC output can be assigned Main 1 2V DC is available at the assigned Trigger Out when the M17 is at powered state Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 2 3 4 When the applicable Zone is at powered state 12V DC is available at the assigned Trigger Out Main Zone 2 Main Zone 3 Main Zone 4 Main Zone 234 12V DC is available from Trigger Out when either the M17 or the applicable Zone is powered up Source Setup If Trigger Output is linked to Source Setup 12V DC is available at Trigger Out whenever the particular assigned Source is selected Please see also separate discussion about Trigger Out under th
14. button The 12V TRIGGER IN item 5 is disabled with 12V TRIGGER IN OFF AUTO set to OFF 4 Below is a table of sample combination settings with respect to switching ON the M17 from standby mode and vice versa FTN FINV ay AUTO FRONT hrpm2 on M17 POWER TRIGGERIN TRIGGER IN TRIGGER IN PANEL OFF MODE STATE OFF AUTO item 5 W STANDBY AUTO 12V Main All ON ON Operating mode AUTO 12V Main All OFF OFF Operating mode AUTO OV Main All ON OFF ON OFF Standby mode AUTO OV Zone 2 ON ON Operating Zone 3 or mode Zone 4 AUTO OV Zone 2 OFF OFF Standby Zone 3 or mode Zone 4 OFF 12V Any ON ON Operating or OV setting mode OFF 12V Any OFF OFF Standby or OV setting mode IR IN IR OUT 1 4 These mini jacks accept and output remote controlled codes in electrical format using industry standard protocols for use with IR repeater and multi room systems and related technologies e All NAD products with IR IN IR OUT features are fully compatible with the M17 For non NAD models please check with your other product s service specialists with respect to their compatibility to the M17 s IR features IRIN e This input is connected to the output of an IR infrared repeater Xantech or similar or the IR output of another compatible device to allow control of the M17 from a remote location IR OUT 1 4 Connect IR OUT 1 or IR OUT 2 IR OUT 3 IR OUT 4 to the IR IN jack of a compatible device Comman
15. configure itself to respond to the command When devices that support HDMI Control CEC are connected the following modes of operation can be executed via the M17 or the external device using any of the device s remote control Off Applies to all CEC options below At Off setting particular CEC feature is defeated Power At On setting the M17 will automatically go to standby mode if it receives a CEC standby command On the other hand if the M17 receives a CEC power up command the M17 will correspondingly switch ON from standby mode Source Switch At On setting the M17 will automatically switch sources if another CEC device requests a Source change For example if PLAY is pressed on a BD Player with CEC the M17 and TV with CEC will automatically switch to their respective input connections the M17 switching to the HDMI input where the BD Player is connected while the TV will switch to its input where the M17 s HDMI MONITOR OUT is connected This completes the auto configuration the BD Player is automatically played back using the M17 and TV Audio System At On setting the M17 will broadcast a CEC message indicating it is an active audio system A CEC compatible TV will usually mute its audio output when this happens When this option is enabled the M17 will also respond to CEC volume and mute commands For example a CEC TV may forward the volume commands from its remote to the M17 ARC Mode Audio
16. or DAC components on the corresponding Device Selector pages These default commands are permanent Even if you teach the HTRM 2 new commands to take their place the underlying library commands remain in place and can easily be recalled should you add an NAD component to your system later see Delete Mode below Note For use with the M17 it should not be necessary to re program any keys on the HTRM 2 AMP page However in order for the HTRM 2 to control your specific NAD brand components you may need to load one or more different code libraries see Loading Code Libraries below CONTROLLING THE M17 The HTRM 2 is divided into two main sections Eight Device Selector keys at the topo AMP MP TV and so on set the handset s remaining keys to a page of commands to control a particular component A Device Select key determines only what component the HTRM 2 will commana it does not perform any function on the M17 All of the remaining keys are function keys that can learn control codes from virtually any infrared remote controller allowing you to teach the codes of your equipment regardless of brand to the HTRM 2 However the HTRM 2 is already preprogrammed to operate the M17 All of the function keys on the AMP Device Selector page perform M17 functions The HTRM 2 can also command many other NAD components from its CD BD DAC and CUSTOM pages It is important to note that certain HT
17. partner of AMX and Crestron and fully supports these external devices Check out the NAD website for information about AMX and Crestron compatibility with NAD See your NAD audio specialist for more information Connect this interface using RS 232 serial cable not supplied to any Windows compatible PC to allow remote control of the M17 via compatible external controllers Refer to the NAD website for information about RS232 Protocol documents and PC interface program 3 12V TRIGGER IN OFF AUTO The settings of 12V TRIGGER IN OFF AUTO together with 12V TRIGGER IN item 5 affect the manner on how the M17 can be switched ON from standby mode or back to standby mode 12V TRIGGER IN AUTO If 12V TRIGGER IN OFF AUTO is set to AUTO pressing the front panel Standby button or HTRM 2 s ON OFF button cannot switch ON the M17 from standby mode and vice versa Both control buttons are effectively disabled thereby handling the function of powering up the M17 to an external controller If 12V TRIGGER IN OFF AUTO is set to AUTO powering up the M17 is dependent upon the Auto Trigger In setting at the Trigger Setup menu as well as the absence or presence of 12V at 12V TRIGGER IN item 5 12V TRIGGER IN OFF Slide the 12V TRIGGER IN OFF AUTO switch to OFF for the M17 to be normally switched ON from standby mode and vice versa using the front panel Standby button or HIRM 2 s ON OFF
18. placed at the primary listening position at approximately the height of the seated listener s head A tripod is helpful but with a little duct tape almost anything a pole lamp music stand or ladder backed chair for example can do as well Just be sure that no large acoustically reflective surfaces obstruct or are near the microphone element Orient the meter with its microphone usually at one end pointing straight up toward the ceiling not toward the speakers and ensure that C weighting scale is selected Set the meter to display 75 dB SPL On Radio Shack meters this necessitates either setting the meter to its 80 dB range and taking your readings at the 5 point or selecting the 70 dB range and reading at the 5 point SETTING SPEAKER LEVELS AT TEST MODE While at Speaker Levels menu press the HTRM 2 remote s TEST key activating the M17 s Speaker Levels balancing test signal You will hear a surf sound as you step through your speakers test appears to the right side of the current speaker beginning with the Front Left If you do not hear the test signal check your speaker connections or your Speaker Setup OSD menu settings Use the remote s A V keys to adjust the loudness of the noise output from the currently playing channel to the required level it s usually simplest to begin with the Front Left As you cycle the test signal around the speakers the OSD will highlight the currently playing chann
19. previous menu or exit from a particular menu MAIN MENU Main Menu Listening Mode DSP Options Tone Controls Zone Controls Setup Menu Press gt to Advance Press 4 to Return The Main Menu contains the menu options for Listening Mode DSP Wu wu Options Tone Controls Zone Controls and access to Setup Menu Follow the guidelines about DISPLAY THE OSD and NAVIGATING THE OSD AND MAKING CHANGES to navigate through the menu options and their sub menu selections NOTE The individual configurations set forth at Listening Mode DSP Options and Tone Controls are carried over whenever they are enabled at A V Presets setting Please see the section AV PRESETS for reference LISTENING MODE Listening Mode Mode PLIIx Movie The M17 offers distinct listening modes tailored for different types of recording or program material With a two channel Stereo source the following listening modes can be selected IMPORTANT NOTICE The M17 is an AV Surround Sound Preamplifier and therefore has no speakers The mention of Speaker s in this manual refers to the speakers of your external amplifier as interfaced with the M17 STEREO All output is directed to the front left right channels Low frequencies are directed to the subwoofer if one is present in the Speaker settings Select Stereo when you wish to listen to a stereo or monaural production
20. range making soft sounds comparatively louder while limiting the peak loudness of loud ones The 25 setting will yield the least dynamic range and is best for late night sessions or other times when you wish to retain maximum dialog intelligibility while minimizing overall volume levels For Dolby TrueHD sources set the Dynamic Range Control to Auto Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music Please refer to the same description of PLIIx Music under the ADJUSTING LISTENING MODES segment of the OPERATION USING THE M17 MAIN MENU DTS SETUP DTS Setup DTS Digital Surround Dyn Range Ctrl 100 DTS Neo 6 Music Center Gain 0 2 Under this menu the Dynamic Range Control of DTS Digital Surround can be adjusted as well as the settings for DTS Neo 6 Music Dyn Range Ctrl This is the same configurable Dynamic Range Control feature as described above at Dolby Setup the only difference being the soundtrack is now in DTS format DTS Neo 6 Music Please refer to the same description of NEO 6 Music under the ADJUSTING LISTENING MODES segment of the OPERATION USING THE M17 MAIN MENU OPERATION USING THE M17 SETUP MENU DTS SURROUND MODES The following are further descriptions about the DTS surround modes DTS HD MASTER AUDIO DTS HD Master Audio is a technology that delivers master audio sources recorded in a professional studio to listeners without any loss of data preserving audio quality DTS HD M
21. such as music CD or FM broadcast without surround enhancement Stereo recordings whether in PCM digital or analog form and whether surround encoded or not encoded are reproduced as recorded Multi channel digital recordings Dolby Digital and DTS are reproduced in Stereo Downmix mode via the front left right channels only as Lt Rt left right total signals DIRECT Analog or digital sources are automatically played in their native formats All the source s audio channels are reproduced directly This mode recreates the original sound most faithfully thereby producing outstandingly high quality audio DIRECT listening mode is selectable only during source playback In order to setup DIRECT as preferred listening mode the following steps have to be undertaken 1 Goto LISTENING MODE SETUP under SETUP MENU Select LISTENING MODES Under LISTENING MODES menu set to None all the parameter settings for Dolby DTS PCM and Analog 2 Then go to A V PRESETS items under SETUP MENU Scroll to LISTENING MODE item and set to Yes Store this LISTENING MODE setting to Preset 1 along with the other parameter settings by clicking Save Current Setup to Preset 3 This saved Preset 1 setting can now be associated to any Source Below is asample association a Under SOURCE SETUP Normal View go to SOURCE 1 and scroll down to A V Preset and set A V Preset to Preset 1 b Now whenever SOURCE 1 is recalled with Pres
22. using the A V keys to save a collection of said parameter settings to a Preset Select a Preset number and by pressing the A V keys you can selectively include in the particular A V Preset any of the above mentioned parameter settings by choosing Yes If you decide not to include in the particular A V Preset a certain parameter setting select No Now in order to save the settings chosen for the particular A V Preset number scroll down to Save Current Setup to Preset and press the P key If you chose to load instead the default settings scroll down to Load Defaults to Preset and press the gt key to restore the default settings In addition to the parameter settings the A V Preset label itself can be assigned a new name This new Name will be shown in the VFD as well as on the OSD To rename the A V Preset label scroll to Name and press gt to go the first character Then press A V to pick and select through the alphanumeric selections Press lt P gt to move to the next character or back to the previous character and at the same time save the changes done on the current character NOTE The selected A V Preset remains in force until you select a different A V Preset SAMPLE PROCEDURE FOR SETTING UP A V PRESETS 1 Setup first your preferred settings for the following options access them through their respective menu page Listening Mode Stereo Listening Mode Mode Stereo DSP
23. C outlet or check connections e Correct Speaker Configuration or Speaker Levels settings Play a known 5 1 channel recording or select Dolby Pro Logic Ilx Music mode e Correct Speaker Configuration or Speaker Levels settings e Check connections e Check source component setup e Check batteries e Check IR windows and ensure clear line of sight from remote to M17 e Reduce sunlight room lighting 35 REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS OVERALL SPECIFICATIONS Line Level Input Input impedance R and C Input sensitivity Maximum input signal Signal Noise ratio A weighted Channel Separation Frequency response Frequency response subwoofer out Output Maximum output level THD CCIF IMD DIM 100 XLR Standby mode Tone Controls Treble Bass Connections HDMI Optical Coaxial Ethernet DIMENSION AND WEIGHT Unit dimensions W x H x D Shipping weight 36 56 kQ 220 pF 40 mV ref 500 mV out gt 8 Vrms gt 90 dB ref 500 mV in 500 mV out volume set to unity gain gt 80 dB ref 2 V out Volume maximum gt 70 dB ref 1 kHz 10 kHz 0 3 dB ref 20 Hz 20 kHz Tone Active 0 3 dB ref 20 Hz 20 kHz Tone Defeat 10 200Hz ref 3 dB gt 8 Vrms into 600 Q lt 0 005 ref 20 Hz 20 kHz 2 V out gt 2 Vrms lt 0 5 W 10 dB at 10 kHz ref 2V in 2V out 10 dB at 100 Hz ref 2V in 2V out Up to 1080p 3 Vpp 0 5 V
24. DMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interfa f are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC VIDEO INPUT ATTENTION Please make sure that the M17 is powered off or unplugged from the mains power source before making any connections It is also advisable to power down or unplug all associated components while making or breaking any signal or AC power connections 1 AUDIO PRE OUT BALANCED The AUDIO PRE OUT makes it possible to use the M17 as a pre amplifier to external power amplifiers for some or all channels Depending upon the source s configuration analog audio output connection can be made up to seven channels either via BALANCED or SINGLE ENDED output ports Use the AUDIO PRE OUT BALANCED if the external source to be connected has BALANCED audio input Superior audio quality is ensured with the distinctive noise reduction capability of BALANCED connection with XLR jacks Connect FRONT L FRONT R CENTER SURR R SURR L SURR BL and SURR BR to the respective channel input of a power amplifier or amplifiers driving the corresponding applicable speakers Connect the SUBW output to powered active subwoofers or to power amplifier channels driving a passive system AUDIO PRE OUT SINGLE ENDED Use single ended AUDIO PRE OUT for sources that are not equipped with BALANCED analog audio input 2 RS232 NAD is a certified
25. ER switch must be set to ON position 2 POWER INDICATOR e This indicator will light up amber when the M17 is at standby mode e When the M17 is powered up from standby mode this indicator will turn from amber to bright white color 3 REMOTE SENSOR e Point the HTRM 2 remote control at the remote sensor and press the buttons Do not expose the remote sensor of the M17 to a strong light source such as direct sunlight or illumination If you do so you may not be able to operate the M17 with the remote control Distance About 23ft 7m from the front of the remote sensor Angle About 30 in each direction of the front of the remote sensor a DOLBY dtsxa HMI Avupyssey MDC TRUEHD Master Audio MUETeR Xr NAD M17 DISPLAY e Show visual and menu information according to the display settings selected e There are four display options Main Listen Audyssey Tone and Zone e Use your finger to press and select any of these display options to show their corresponding menu options or settings The following are sample screenshots of the four display options with corresponding description of the information shown MAIN Main SASEA EE sn Ke a me al Sourceel ACM Or DTS HD Master Audio HDMI 1 HDMI 1 3 2 1 192k 1920x1080p60 Source 1 Current Source 20 0 dB Volume level Goto previous or next Source DTS HD Master Audio Audio Cod
26. M17 AV Surround Sound Preamp Processor 3 dtsw sae LOI DOLBY dew Homi MYSE MDC Zz Owner s Manual IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 achild 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 th
27. RM 2 keys perform different functions depending on the selected Device Selector page LEARNING CODES FROM OTHER REMOTES Begin by positioning the HTRM 2 nose to nose with the source remote so the two devices infrared windows are about 2 inches apart e Enter Learning Mode On the HTRM 2 simultaneously press and hold for 3 seconds both a Device Selector key and the RES key until the Learn LED located between HTRM 2 s ON and OFF buttons turns steady green e Press the HTRM 2 s function key you wish to teach a command the Learn LED will turn amber e Press and hold the function key on the source remote The HTRM 2 s Learn LED will flicker amber for a second or two then turn solid green The command is learned e Press the HTRM 2 s Device Selector key again to exit the learning mode If the Learn LED does not flicker amber you may need to vary the distance between the remotes If the Learn LED turns red rather than green that particular command of that source remote command could not be learned Example Learning BD Pause Position the HTRM 2 and your BD player s remote as described above e Onthe HTRM 2 simultaneously press and hold BD and RES the Learn LED turns steady green e Press the HTRM 2 s Pause II key the Learn LED turns amber e Press and hold the corresponding Pause key of your BD player s remote control the HTRM 2 s Learn LED flickers amber and then turns solid green The command is learned
28. Return Channel ARC enables an ARC enabled TV to send audio data upstream to M17 This option has three choices Off Auto or Source Setup Auto When set to Auto the M17 will automatically attempt an ARC audio connection to the TV whenever the TV announces over CEC that it has become the active source If an ARC connection can be established the M17 will output the ARC audio signal no matter what source is selected on the M17 The Auto option tends to work best when all your devices support CEC and the Source Switch option is set to On Source Setup When set to Source Setup you can select ARC for the digital audio input in the source setup screen When you select a source on the M17 which is set for ARC the M17 will attempt to initiate an ARC connection with the TV When using this option you would probably also want to make sure Source Switch is off otherwise other CEC devices may keep changing the M17 source when you want it to remain on the ARC source IMPORTANT NOTES e Audio System must be set to On for ARC mode to manifest as an option e Audio and video will continuously stream from the HDMI source with CEC to the TV with CEC even if the M17 is at standby mode 15 OPERATION USING THE M17 SETUP MENU SOURCE SETUP There are two sub menu items under Source Setup These are Source Setup Normal View and Source Setup Table View Source Setup Source
29. Source 1 You can still manually override the assigned A V Preset allocation in a specific Source with another Preset setting number by way of pressing the appropriate remote control buttons RECALLING PRESETS You may recall an A V Preset number at any time using the HTRM 2 remote control Press the HTRM 2 s A V PSET key and then the numeric key 1 5 corresponding to the desired A V Preset number The newly recalled A V Preset will then manifest or replace the previous A V Preset if any 29 OPERATION USING THE HTRM 2 REMOTE CONTROL 30 aD CHANNEL VOLUME Q m z The NAD HTRM 2 is ready to operate the M17 right out of the box but it is really eight remotes in one Each of the 8 Device Selector keys at the top of the handset can call up a new page of remote control codes to be transmitted by the remaining keys You may teach codes from any infrared remote controlled component regardless of brand to any or all of these Obviously the most logical system is that you teach the codes from your BD player to the BD Device Selector page your television s codes to the TV page and so on but there is no required scheme You may load any commands to any key on any page see Learning Codes From Other Remotes below The HTRM 2 is already preprogrammed with a full complement of commands for the M17 on its AMP Device Selector page and as well as with library commands to operate most NAD brand CD BD
30. Trigger Out 1 3 in the separate Trigger Setup menu window a particular Source can have the following Trigger Out combinations Trigger Out 1 gt 2 gt 1 2 3 gt 1 3 2 3 9 14243 These combinations are dependent upon the assignment of Source Setup for Trigger 1 Out Trigger 2 Out or Trigger 3 Out at the Trigger Setup menu Another option is None whereby the particular Source is not assigned any Trigger Out For Trigger Out to become enabled and assignable at Source Setup Normal View menu make sure to carry out or note the following beforehand e Inthe separate Trigger Setup menu assign Trigger 1 Out Trigger 2 Out or Trigger 3 Out to Source Setup e Trigger Out will not appear as an option at the Source Setup Normal View menu if at the separate Trigger Setup menu Trigger 1 Out Trigger 2 Out or Trigger 3 Out are all assigned to Main Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 2 3 4 Main Zone 2 Main Zone 3 Main Zone 4 or Main Zone 234 with not even one Trigger Out port allocated to Source Setup SOURCE SETUP TABLE VIEW The Source Setup Table View reflects the settings made in the Source Setup Normal View menu All the Source settings are summarized and displayed in tabulated form in the Source Setup Table View Name Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 OON OU BWN Press ENTER
31. al signal will be defaulted to the Stereo or Surround settings set forth at the PCM option See discussion below about PCM 23 OPERATION USING THE M17 SETUP MENU DOLBY DIGITAL PLUS Dolby Digital Plus is the next generation audio technology for all high definition programming and media It combines the efficiency to meet future broadcast demands with the power and flexibility to realize the full audio potential expected in the upcoming high definition era Dolby Digital Plus delivers multi channel audio programs of up to 7 1 channels and supports multiple programs in a single encoded bit stream with the maximum bit rate potential of up to 6 Mbps and the maximum bit rate performance of up to 3 Mbps on HD DVD and 1 7 Mbps on Blu ray Disc It output Dolby Digital bit stream for playback on existing Dolby Digital systems Dolby Digital Plus can accurately reproduce the sound originally intended by directors and producers It also features multi channel sound with discrete channel output interactive mixing and streaming capability in advanced systems Supported by High Definition Media Interface HDMI a single cable digital connection is possible for high definition audio and video DOLBY TrueHD Dolby TrueHD is a lossless encoding technology developed for high definition optical discs in the upcoming era Dolby TrueHD delivers tantalizing sound that is bit for bit identical to the studio master unlocking t
32. are the sets of assignable Video input HDMI HDMI 1 6 Component Video gt Component 1 2 Video Video 1 3 IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT THE VIDEO PERFORMANCE OF M17 The M17 utilizes an NAD engineered field programmable gate array FPGA that is capable of enabling the conversion of analog video to digital video This allows a single cable connection to your TV for all sources while maintaining the source s native resolution Interlaced video is converted to progressive scan over HDMI allowing complete compatibility with latest HD TVs The M17 also supports HDMI 1 4a features that include compatibility with a broad range of 3D and HD digital video sources and displays A V PRESET A particular Source can be assigned a stored Preset The parameters set up in the selected Preset number will be adopted into the particular Source it is assigned Please refer to the separate section on A V Presets for further understanding of Preset settings Scrolling to A V Preset and by pressing gt and then A V a Source could be assigned a Preset number ranging from Preset 1 to 5 If it is desired not to assign the particular Source a Preset setting select None OPERATION USING THE M17 SETUP MENU TRIGGER OUT Trigger Out feature for a particular Source is dependent upon the configurations done in a separate menu on Trigger Setup See Trigger Setup below If Source Setup is assigned to all three Trigger output
33. aster Audio adopts variable data transfer rates facilitating data transfer to the maximum rate of 24 5 Mbps in the Blu ray disc format 18 0 Mbps in the HD DVD format which by far exceeds that of a standard DVD These high data transfer rates enable lossless transmission of 96 kHz 24 bit 7 1 channel audio sources without deteriorating the quality of the original sound DTS HD Master Audio is an irreplaceable technology that can reproduce sound faithfully as intended by the creator of music or movies DTS ES EXTENDED SURROUND DTS ES This is a new multi channel digital format which greatly improves the 360 spatial sensation of the Surround impression thanks to the greater space expansion of the surround signals providing high compatibility with the conventional DTS format In addition to the 5 1 channels the expanded DTS ES Surround also offers the back surround also sometimes called the surround center in reproduction providing a total of 6 1 channels The expanded DTS ES Surround includes two formats with two different methods of surround signal recording as follows DTS ES DISCRETE 6 1 Since the signals of the 6 1 Surround channels including the back channel are completely independent it is possible to achieve the sensation that the acoustic image is moving about freely among the background sounds 360 degrees surrounding the listener Although maximum quality is achieved with sound tracks recorded using this sy
34. ave the above settings to Preset 1 Below OSD will be shown affirming that the above settings are now saved to Preset 1 A V Presets Current setup has been saved to preset Press 4 to Return When you recall Preset 1 using the remote control for HTRM 2 A V PSET 1 the above preset values allocated at Preset 1 preset settings as shown in the OSD captures at Step 1 will be recalled and implemented at the current source Now repeat again Step 1 above but this time with the following settings Listening Mode PLIlx Music Listening Mode Mode PLIIx Music Center Width 3 Dimension 0 Panorama Off DSP Options Oms DSP Options SNE ADC Rate Audyssey MultEQ Audyssey Dyn EQ Offset Audyssey Dyn Volume Tone Controls Tone Defeat Off Tone Controls Tone Defeat Of f Treble 6 0dB Bass r 8 0dB Center Dialog 0 0dB Display Setup Set Temp Disp to Off Display Setup i Front Panel Brightness OSD Temp Disp Off 5 With the above settings scroll to A V Presets from the SETUP MENU page Use gt to access A V Presets menu Setup Menu Control Setup Source Setup Speaker Setup Zone Setup Trigger Setup Listening Mode Setup Display Setup A V Presets 6 At A V Presets page set Preset 2 to the following conditions use A V to select Yes or No and press ENTER to confirm selection and move t
35. by surround sound This is a one time set up unless speakers are moved or changed in which case the calibration should be performed again AUDYSSEY MultEQ XT ROOM ACOUSTICS CORRECTION Sound reflecting from room boundaries can disturb the spatial illusion of surround sound and can also distort the tonal balance of the system Professional Acoustical Engineers often add wall treatments and even move walls and relocate speakers to improve system performance but for the average Home Theatre this is either too expensive or just not a practical solution Audyssey MultEQ XT features adaptive low frequency correction and uses 16x high resolution equalization filters for satellites and subwoofers Using multiple measurements from actual listening positions and processing this information with sophisticated digital signal processing Audyssey MultEQ XT is able to precondition the signal to effectively make the walls disappear This creates a family size sweet spot where the sound and Spatial cues are very accurately reproduced The Audyssey Auto Calibration wizard will guide you through a simple step by step configuration Once setup and calibrated the next greatest improvement in performance is obtained by eliminating the acoustic interference caused by room boundaries interacting with your speakers MEASUREMENT IS THE FIRST STEP The sound at each listening position up to 8 positions is calibrated using the same microphone used d
36. d and control the linked compatible device by directing its own remote control to M17 s infrared receiver IR IN and IR OUT 1 IR OUT 2 IR OUT 3 IR OUT 4 e Connect the M17 s IR IN to the IR OUT of a compatible device Connect also the M17 s IR OUT 1 or IR OUT 2 IR OUT 3 IR OUT 4 to the IR IN of a compatible device e With this setup the M17 acts as an IR repeater allowing the device connected to the M17 s IRIN control or command of the other device linked to M17 s IR OUT 1 or IR OUT 2 IR OUT 3 IR OUT 4 IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS REAR PANEL 12V TRIGGER OUT1 OUT2 OUT3 The M17 has three 12V TRIGGER OUT ports OUT 1 OUT2 and OUTS that can be configured to supply 12V DC to a linked component or system See discussion on Trigger Setup at the Setup Menu literature for guidelines on how to configure 12V TRIGGER IN OUT e Use a 3 5mm mini jack connector to pass 12 volts at a maximum current of 50 milliamps to an auxiliary equipment such as a multichannel amplifier or subwoofer The center conductor hot of the 3 5mm jack is the control signal The outside conductor shield is the ground return path e This output will be 12V when the M17 is ON and OV when the unit is either OFF or in standby mode 12V TRIGGER IN With this input triggered by a 12V DC supply the M17 can be switched ON remotely from standby mode by compatible devices such as amplifiers preamplifiers receivers etc If the 12V DC supply
37. d 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 off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTION Changes or modifications 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 fire 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 filled 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
38. e Source Setup Normal View section DELAY The availability of 12V DC at Trigger Out can be regulated If it is desired that 12V DC is available without delay the moment Trigger Out is linked to its assigned setting set Delay to Os Otherwise one can select through a delay time of 1s to 15s AUTO TRIGGER IN Auto Trigger IN allows external system controllers to toggle the associated section of the M17 from Standby to On and vice versa When the 12V TRIGGER IN switch at the rear panel is set to AUTO a 12V DC input at Trigger IN will power ON the section where Trigger IN is assigned Main From standby mode the M17 is powered ON when 12V DC is applied at Trigger IN Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Applicable Zone is turned ON whenever 12V DC is present at Trigger IN All Main Zone 2 Zone 3 and Zone 4 as described above will all be activated given a 12V DC input at Trigger IN WARNING If Auto Trigger In at Trigger Setup menu is assigned to Main or All and the 12V TRIGGER IN switch is set to AUTO mode the Standby button in the front panel as well as the corresponding ON OFF function keys in the HTRM 2 remote control will be disabled effectively handling this function to an external controller Slide to OFF the 12V TRIGGER IN switch to maintain normal power ON OFF function procedures ss OPERATION USING THE M17 SETUP MENU LISTENING MODE SETUP Listening Mode Setup Listening Mode
39. e as invoked by the HTRM 2 Test key However selecting any Preset will revert the channel levels to those stored in the preset It will also take M17 off the levels set via Audyssey Auto Calibration ZONE SETUP Zone Setup Variable Zone 2 Volume Zone 3 Mode Record Out Zone 4 Mode Zone Audio Only The Zone feature allows one to simultaneously experience in different zones of the house multiple sound sources from all enabled Sources The M17 has three configurable Zones Zone 2 Zone 3 and Zone 4 Use a combination of lt gt A V and ENTER keys to navigate through the Zone Setup menu parameters 22 VOLUME Zone 2 have Fixed and Variable volume control When set to Variable and while at the Zone Controls menu OSD the Zone 2 Volume level can be adjusted using the HTRM 2 s A V or directly via ZR 7 s VOL A V On the other hand if Volume is set to Fixed the Zone 2 Volume is set to a preset dB level and thereafter the Zone s volume can be varied via the volume control of the separate amplifier it is fed into MODE Zone 3 and Zone 4 can be configured into two modes Record Out and Zone Audio Only If the selected mode is Record Out the audio of the assigned Source is directly sent out to the applicable Audio output When Zone 3 or Zone 4 is set to Record Out mode they will not be available at the Zone Controls section of the Main Menu window See discussion
40. e manufacturer 9 Cart A product and cart combination should be moved N with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces ela 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 f an
41. e other brand non NAD components You may certainly exploit such capabilities as you find them However since we can only ensure the completeness or accuracy of NAD code libraries we cannot support the HTRM 2 s operation with other brand components CHECKING CODE LIBRARY NUMBER You can check the current code library on any Device Selector key as follows Enter Library Mode by simultaneously pressing and holding for 3 seconds both the desired component s Device Selector key and the A V PSET key until the Learn LED turns green Press the DISP key the HTRM 2 indicates the current code library by flashing its DAC CUSTOM and MACRO keys For example to indicate code library 501 the HTRM 2 will flash DAC 5 times pause and then flash MACRO once You might wish to make a note of your components code library numbers 33 OPERATION USING THE HTRM 2 REMOTE CONTROL SUMMARY OF THE HTRM 2 MODES Mode Keys To Press for 3 seconds Learn Copy Punch Through Device Key RES Key Delete Mode Device Key RTN Key Macro Record Macro Key Function Key Library Mode Device Key A V PSET Key Back Light Timeout DISP Key Digit Key Factory Reset See Factory Reset above SLEEP MODE The Sleep Mode timer will switch the M17 to Standby mode automatically after a preset number of minutes Pressing the HTRM 2 s SLEEP button once will display the setting of the sleep time increment Pressing the HTRM 2 s SLEEP but
42. ec Detected audio stream format HDMI 1 HDMI 1 Audio and video input source 3 2 1 192k Audio Source format sample rate 1920x1080p60 Video mode Video resolution of current source with frame rate IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS FRONT PANEL LISTEN Audyssey Tone Zone EARS EARS Listening mode Go to previous or next Listening mode AUDYSSEY VET eine Audyssey EC A Mult EQ Dynamic EQ TE Offset OaB a Dynamic Volume Off Go to previous or next option Gy Slide to turn ON or OFF Dynamic EQ For descriptions of the above item refer to sections about DSP OPTIONS and AUDYSSEY CALIBRATION TONE VE a ha Tone Tone Controls on Treble O Bass 0 DIEE M ek on Slide to turn ON or OFF Tone Controls At OFF setting tone controls are disabled or defeated Slide to adjust treble bass or dialog level ZONE Main Listen Audyssey Tone Zone2 on Q Kolers 20 0 Gy Slide to turn ON or OFF Zone 2 9 Go to previous or next Source 5 VOLUME e Use this control to adjust the overall loudness of the signal output at AUDIO PRE OUT e The default volume level is 20cB IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS REAR PANEL 12V TRI SGER IN HDMI the H
43. ed by re adjusting back the altered configurations as highlighted by an asterisk Corrected Room Response Flat EQ is a third option but not one that we recommend for listening it is useful for verifying system performance when using external instrumentation 19 OPERATION SS USING THE M17 SETUP MENU SPEAKER CONFIGURATION Speaker Configuration Small 80Hz Large Large Front Center Surround Back 2 Large Subwoofer On Restore Audyssey Values Every surround sound system requires bass management to direct low frequency content from any or all channels to the speakers best able to reproduce it For this function to operate correctly it is important that you correctly identify your speakers capabilities We use the terms Small and Large and Off but note that physical size may be irrelevant e A Small speaker is any model regardless of physical size that lacks significant deep bass response that is below about 200 Hz e A Large speaker is any full range model that is one with deep bass response e An Off speaker is one that is not present in your system For example you might not have any surround back speakers installed in that case you would set the Surround setup item to Off The Speaker Configuration is global that is it remains in force with all input and listening modes However speaker settings are part of the
44. ed if you wish assumed that the room will add some bass reinforcement and will absorb some treble energy Thus if we effectively remove the walls with room correction and set the speakers for flat response you may find this sounds too bright in the treble and too weak in the bass region Audyssey Auto Calibration Calculating NAD engineers have done extensive research in this area of room acoustics er Please wait while Audyssey and along with Audyssey engineers developed what we believe is the ideal Mito Calibration calculation in room response curve We include this NAD EQ along with an Audyssey take place developed EQ as the two best choices The response curves shown below typify NAD EQ room correction process Audyssey Auto Calibration Congratulations The Audyssey Auto Calibration procedure is now complete Room Response measured by Audyssey microphone Press 4 to Return It is recommended that you take full advantage of the M17 s Audyssey Auto Calibration feature for your speaker setup However if you desire to setup your speakers manually or if you already had run Audyssey Auto Calibration but would like to make adjustments the following sections on Speaker Configuration Speaker Levels and Speaker Distance can also be followed Inverse Correction Filter calculated by NAD M17 and implemented NOTE During manual setting of your speakers previously calibrated Audyssey settings could be retriev
45. el The level offset reading on the right will change by 0 5dB increments 12 dB adjustment is available Press ENTER to adjust the next speaker NOTE If you are balancing levels by ear choose one speaker usually the center as a reference and adjust each of the others in turn to sound as loud as the reference Be sure that you remain in the primary listening position while balancing all channels To produce the same SPL meter reading or subjective loudness use the remote s A V keys to adjust each speaker NOTES All speakers must be in their final locations before level setting e Your subwoofer if any should be set with its integral crossover defeated or if undefeatable set to its highest possible frequency if you are using the M17 s Subwoofer output Final subwoofer level adjustment by ear using music and film sound material is frequently useful e Dueto the effects of room acoustics matched pair speakers front surround back will not always calibrate to exactly the same level offset readings You can exit Test mode at any time by pressing lt key bringing you back to Speaker Setup menu You can also press the TEST key to discontinue the Test mode OPERATION USING THE M17 SETUP MENU SPEAKER DISTANCE Speaker Distance eters Unit of Measure Front Left Center Front Right Back Right Back Left Surround Left M 0 0 EON Surround Rig
46. erly calibration requires special knowledge and instrumentation that the average person probably doesn t possess The Audyssey Auto Setup and Calibration featured in M17 uses a microphone along with sophisticated digital electronics built into your M17 to automatically setup and calibrate the M17 to the exact speakers and speaker placement of your own unique Home Theatre The Left Channel of AUDIO 1 IN is the assigned port where the supplied 3 5mm female jack to RCA plug Adapter can be connected Plug in the Audyssey microphone into the adapter for Audyssey Auto Calibration Audyssey Auto Calibration Front Left Yes Center Yes Front Right Yes Surround Right Yes Back Right Yes Back Left Yes Surround Left Yes Subwoofer Yes Proceed to Next Step 18 The following measurements are performed e Detection Speaker configuration is detected including number of Surround speakers and whether a subwoofer and center channel is connected e Size M17 crossover is set based on each channel s signal handling capability and the subwoofer crossover is automatically set e Level SPL of each speaker is matched within 1dB at the microphone position e Distance his is accurately set to within 1 foot 30 centimeters of the microphone for each speaker position e Polarity The setup program will detect and notify the user if any speakers are connected improperly Incorrect polarity can ruin the illusion of realism offered
47. et 1 associated to it the LISTENING MODE setting will always be DIRECT PRO LOGIC Two channel recordings whether stereo or surround encoded are reproduced with Dolby Pro Logic surround processing yielding output to front left right center and discrete left right surround channels assuming these are present in the current Speaker Configuration The surround channel is monophonic but it is reproduced in both surround speakers 11 OPERATION USING THE M17 MAIN MENU DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx Dolby Pro Logic Ilx processes both stereo and 5 1 signals into a 6 1 or 7 1 channel output At Dolby Pro Logic IIx you can choose PLIIx Movie or PLIIx Music modes to tailor your listening experience to the source material Dolby Pro Logic IIx surround processing yields more stable imaging and full bandwidth sound to the rear channels in Movie mode offering sound that is more similar to Dolby Digital decoding For two channel signals PLIIx Music mode also features three additional user controls Dimension Center Width and Panorama See also section about Adjusting Listening Modes below The following chart shows the channels available assuming they are enabled in the Speaker Configuration menu Active Decoded Output Channels Listening Mode Two Channel Sources 6 1 Speaker System 7 1 Speaker System Front left right Front left right Center PLIIx Music Center Surround left Surround left right
48. et impsawssied 17 OP ETE OE MOC eraen a awais alien nie ounces Erea 18 AUDYSSEY AUTO CALIBRATION lt c0c seecsvertagressoesaereseng a fe 18 SPEARER CONFIGURATION acerta nien ETER EEEE 20 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING NAD The M17 AV Surround Sound Preamp Processor is a technologically advanced and highly capable product yet we have invested great effort in making it simple and easy to use The M17 delivers a range of genuinely useful options for surround sound and stereo listening alike using powerful digital signal processing and superbly accurate digital audio circuitry However we have also been careful to ensure that the M17 is as musically transparent faithful to every video detail and spatially accurate as possible incorporating much of what we ve learned from a quarter century s experience designing audio video and home theater components As with all our products NAD s Music First design philosophy guided the M17 s design such that it can confidently promise you both state of the art surround home theater and audiophile quality music listening for years to come PE EEN E ir a a 20 PEN ERDGINCE sertar tpr EET A ER RETER 21 AOJISTING THE VOLUME actaivanssnwaieeessaesdneeseaes REFE ENES 21 ADJUSTING CHANNEL LEVEES ON THEIR LY isqithewnd iriticnnch iinet ze POE EEE eben ents cieeuce esi deanage heen cise 22 TRIGGER SEU ta aaaewesda suena eeeiupeeay ese eres ers dens ora age 23 Ee ING ODE SEI eE E E E E 23 COLE ge AR veenge
49. etected automatically and the Dolby Digital EX mode is selected However some media sources recorded in Dolby Digital EX can be detected as simple Dolby Digital media sources In this case Dolby Digital EX should be selected manually NOTE Please refer to the section Listening Mode at the Main Menu discussions for a description of Pro Logic PLIIx Movie PLIIx Music and Stereo Downmix modes 24 DTS The Digital Theater System Digital Surround simply called DTS is a multi channel digital signal format that can process higher data rates than with Dolby Digital Although both Dolby Digital and DTS are 5 1 channel media formats discs bearing the DTS symbol are thought to provide better sound quality due to the lower audio compression required It also offers a broader dynamic producing magnificent sound quality A DTS audio input can be configured relative to its format as follows Stereo f the detected audio is of DTS format you can default it to one of the following settings NEO 6 Cinema NEO 6 Music or None Surround f the detected audio is of DTS Surround format you can default it to one of the following settings NEO 6 Cinema NEO 6 Music Stereo Downmix or None None If None is selected the DTS signal will be defaulted to the Stereo or Surround settings set forth at the PCM option See discussion below about PCM NOTE Please refer to the section Listening Mode at the Main Me
50. ets v1 00 bi v1 00 M170012345 192 168 0 1 Audyssey Control4 Identify 3 Select Factory Reset display option Main Listen Audyssey IR Channel 0 Default Video Mode NIELS Factory Reset g 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 Main Listen Audyssey Factory Reset Yes NTSC Yes PAL No 5 Factory reset is complete after the display below and the M17 going to standby mode Main Listen Audyssey Factory Reset In Progress IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS FRONT PANEL I 1 STANDBY e Press Standby button for the M17 to be switched ON from standby mode The Power indicator will turn from amber to bright white color e Pressing Standby button again switches back M17 to standby mode The Power indicator will illuminate to amber color at standby mode e The Standby button cannot activate the M17 with the rear panel POWER switched off IMPORTANT NOTES e Refer also to 12V TRIGGER IN OFF AUTO of IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS REAR PANEL e Forthe Standby button to activate two conditions must be completed a Plug in the supplied mains power cord to a mains power source Connect corresponding end of the mains power cord to the AC mains input of M17 and the plug connected to a mains power source b The rear panel POW
51. g keys in the remote control is activated Set to On if it is desired to show the applicable OSD at the monitor TV otherwise select Off 26 A V PRESETS A V Presets Preset P Name Preset 1 Listening Mode Yes DSP Options Yes Tone Controls Yes Speaker Setup No Display Setup No Save Current Setup to Preset Load Defaults to Preset The M17 s simple but powerfully flexible system of A V Presets allows you to customize virtually every aspect of your audio video playback and recall them with a single key press The parameters Listening Mode DSP Options and Tone Controls accessible via the Main Menu together with Speaker Setup and Display Setup configurable through Setup Menu are stored together as a single A V Preset You might create one A V Preset optimized for pop music and another for classical One more A V Preset can be set up to recall each family member s favorite setting or one for fully cinematic home theater playback and yet another one for late night movies with each A V Preset fine tuned to a particular scenario or preference CREATING PRESETS Creating an A V Preset consists simply of storing a complete set of the parameters set forth in Listening Mode DSP Options and Tone Controls accessible via the Main Menu together with Speaker Setup and Display Setup configurable through Setup Menu Scroll to A V Presets
52. get the most from this powerful and flexible home theater component One more thing We urge you to register your M17 ownership on the NAD Worldwide Web site http NADelectronics com salon For warranty information contact your local distributor NAD SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY TECHNICAL OR USER INTERFACE DISCREPANCIES IN THIS MANUAL THE M17 OWNER S MANUAL MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE CHECK OUT THE NAD WEBSITE FOR THE LATEST VERSION OF THE M17 OWNER S MANUAL WHAT S IN THE BOX Packed with your M17 you will find e Adetachable mains power cord e Audyssey microphone e 3 5mm female jack to RCA plug Adapter for Audyssey microphone input e HTRM 2 remote control with 4 AA batteries e ZR 7 zone remote control with 3V CR2025 battery e Four pieces of magnetic feet e Cleaning cloth e USB flash drive e Quick Setup Guide 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
53. gured AUDIO 3 OUT and AUDIO 4 OUT are the same assigned ports for Zone 3 and Zone 4 respectively See also Zone output description below COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1 2 COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT e Connect the Component Video Input to Component Video output of compatible source components typically a DVD player BD player digital cable box or other applicable components Connect Component Video Monitor Out to the Component Video input of a compatible video monitor TV e Be sure to observe consistency in connecting the Y Pb Pr jacks to the corresponding sources inputs The routing of the two component video input is fully configurable via the Source Setup item of the Setup Menu OSD e The M17 s sets of component video input and output are fully wideband and compatible with allowable HDTV formats IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS REAR PANEL 8 MONITOR OUT COMPOSITE VIDEO e Connect to the video input of a monitor television using quality dual RCA connectors designed for video signals 9 ZONE 2 3 4 e The M17 has three configurable Zones Zone 2 Zone 3 and Zone 4 The Zone feature allows one to simultaneously experience in a different zone or location of the house a Source assigned to a particular zone e Send zone selected audio and video output to the corresponding audio and video input of another zone Use high quality patch cables to reduce noise pickup over long distance runs e Fora better understanding of zone settings study be
54. he true high definition entertainment experience on high definition optical discs in the next generation When coupled with high definition video Dolby TrueHD offers an unprecedented home theater experience with stunning sound and high definition picture It supports bit rates of up to 18 Mbps and records up to 8 full range channels individually with 24 bit 96 kHz audio It also features extensive metadata including dialogue normalization and dynamic range control Supported by High Definition Media Interface HDMI a single cable digital connection is possible for high definition audio and video HD DVD and Blu ray Disc standards currently limit their maximum number of audio channels to eight whereas Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD support more than eight audio channels Note that the M17 only supports 7 1 channel DOLBY DIGITAL EX Using a Matrix decoder this method creates the back channel sometimes also called the surround center by means of signals on the left and right surround channels recorded in Dolby Digital 5 1 reproduction being provided in Surround 6 1 This method should be selected with sources bearing the Dolby Digital double D symbol EX symbol recorded in Dolby Digital Surround EX With this additional channel you will experience improved dynamics and a better sensation of movement within the sound field If media sources recorded in Dolby Digital EX are decoded with a Digital EX decoder the format is d
55. hold BD and RES the Learn LED turns steady green e Press SURR MODE the Learn LED turns amber e Press AMP twice the Learn LED turns green e Press BD again to exit the learning mode OPERATION USING THE HTRM 2 REMOTE CONTROL COPY A COMMAND FROM ANOTHER KEY You may copy a command from any HTRM 2 key to any other To copy a key function after entering the Learning Mode and pressing the desired key to be copied to simply press the device key from which you wish to copy having first pressed its Device Selector key if it resides on another page The status LED will turn green press the Device Selector key again to exit Learning Mode Example Copy the Pause command from the CD page to the AMP II button e Onthe HTRM 2 simultaneously press and hold AMP and RES the Learn LED turns steady green e Press Pause II the Learn LED turns amber e Press CD press Pause II the Learn LED turns green e Press AMP again to exit the learning mode NOTE The copy and punch through functions are similar However if you copy acommand and then subsequently delete or over write the original source key command the copied to key s command remains unchanged If you punch through to a command and then delete or over write the original key the punched through functions also change accordingly MACRO COMMANDS A macro command is a series of two or more remote codes issued automatically from a single ke
56. ht 0 a 6 0 0 Subwoofer 0 Your system s speaker distance settings are a subtle but important refinement of your setup Informing the M17 of the loudspeaker to listener dimensions of each speaker automatically imposes the correct delays optimizing imaging intelligibility and surround sound ambience Enter your dimensions with precision within about 1 foot 30 cm SETTING SPEAKER DISTANCE While at Speaker Distance menu use the A V keys to individually set Front Left Center Front Right Surround Right Back Right Back Left Surround Left and Subwoofer to the distance measuring from your principal listening position to the front surface of their corresponding loudspeakers Distance can be set up to 30 feet or 9 1 meters Distance can be displayed as feet or meters selectable at the Unit of Measure item ADJUSTING THE VOLUME MUTE RANDOM SURR MODE TITLE _ MENU In addition to the Volume knob use the HTRM 2 s VOL A V to adjust the master volume of the M17 raising or lowering the channels altogether A momentary key press will change the master volume by 0 5dB increments If you hold down VOL A V the master volume change will run on until the key is released Since recordings vary considerably in overall average level there is no imperative to listen at any particular master volume setting A setting of 20 0 dB may sound as loud from one CD or DVD as 10 0 dB does from ano
57. ing only as recommended by the manufacturer WARNING The lightning flash 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 sufficient 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 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL 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 an
58. ion and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited 37 www NADelectronics com 2014 NAD ELECTRONICS INTERNATIONAL A DIVISION OF LENBROOK INDUSTRIES LIMITED All rights reserved NAD and the NAD logo are trademarks of NAD Electronics International a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited No part of this publication may be reproduced stored or transmitted in any form without the written permission of NAD Electronics International While every effort has been made to ensure the contents are accurate at the time of publication features and specifications may be subject to change without prior notice M17_ENG_OM_V07 JUN 2014
59. is cut off the M17 will return to standby mode Connect this 12V TRIGGER INPUT to the remote device s corresponding 12V DC output jack using a mono cable with 3 5mm male plug The controlling device must be equipped with a 12V trigger output to use this feature AUDIO 1 7 IN VIDEO INPUT 1 3 e These comprise the M17 s other sets of principal input Connect these audio and video input ports to corresponding output ports of compatible source components such as DVD players CD players or cable satellite boxes e AUDIO 5 IN AUDIO 6 IN and AUDIO 7 IN are ideal for the connection of the analog output of line level audio sources like a CD player or Stereo tuner e TheLeft Channel of AUDIO 1 IN is the assigned port where the supplied 3 5mm female jack to RCA plug Adapter can be connected Plug in the Audyssey microphone into the adapter for Audyssey Auto Calibration AUDIO 3 4 OUT VIDEO OUT e Connect AUDIO 3 OUT and or AUDIO 4 OUT to corresponding recording components or audio video input ports of compatible sources like cassette deck CD DVD recorder or outboard audio processors e The signal present at AUDIO 3 OUT is determined by the current source selected There will be no output at AUDIO 3 OUT when AUDIO 3 is selected Likewise there will be no output at AUDIO 4 OUT when AUDIO 4 is the active source input This prevents feedback through the recording component thereby preventing possible damage to your speakers e When confi
60. is set to VARIABLE 5 PRESET lt gt Step up or down between stored radio presets This control button is possible if the selected Zone is TUNER and the active tuner section has stored presets This control button is not applicable to M17 6 The following CD Player Zone buttons can control a compatible CD Player The CD Player has to be powered ON and disc loaded SKIP I Go to the beginning of a track file or previous track fle SKIP gt gt I J Go to the next track fle gt Start playback NOTE The ZR 7 remote control will only control Zone 2 applications Zone 3 and Zone 4 could be configured and managed at the appropriate Zone OSD menu using the front panel navigations keys as well as the corresponding keys on the HTRM 2 remote control The HTRM 2 s CUSTOM device is also defaulted to Zone 2 remote control codes CONDITION Cannot power up M17 always at standby mode No sound from all channels No sound from some channels No sound from surround channels No sound from Subwoofer No sound from Center channel No Dolby Digital DTS M17 does not respond to HTRM 2 remote POSSIBLE CAUSES e 12V TRIGGER IN OFF AUTO switch is set to AUTO e With 12V TRIGGER IN OFF AUTO switch set to AUTO Auto Trigger In at Trigger Setup menu is set to Main or All e AC power unplugged Power not switched on e Outlet has no power e Faulty missing cables e Speake
61. low the section about Zone Controls of the Main Menu discussion as well as the item about Zone Setup under the Setup Menu literatures NOTES e Zone 4 is audio only and not associated with any video input sources Zone 2and Zone 3 video output are available only if the corresponding zone s video source is composite video 10 DIGITAL AUDIO IN COAXIAL IN 1 4 OPTICAL IN 1 4 e Connect to the corresponding optical or coaxial digital output of sources such as CD or BD DVD players digital cable box digital tuners and other applicable components e Coaxial and Optical digital input association is configurable via the Source Setup item of the Setup Menu OSD DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL OUT 1 2 OPTICAL OUT 1 2 e Connect the optical or coaxial DIGITAL AUDIO OUT to the corresponding digital audio input of compatible devices such as receivers Computer soundcard or other digital processors 1 ETHERNET LOCAL AREA NETWORK LAN PORT LAN connection must be setup for wired connection to be established Set up a Wired Ethernet broadband router with broadband internet connection Your router or home network should have a built in DHCP server to consummate the connection e With Ethernet connection established you can now control the M17 using the NAD AVR Remote App that can be downloaded from the Apple App store to your iOS device iPhone iPad or iPod Touch Ensure that your iOS device with the NAD AVR
62. mands To perform a factory reset simultaneously press and hold for 10 seconds the HTRM 2 s ON and RTN keys the Learn LED will start to flash green Release ON and RTN before the second flash is complete the Learn LED will turn red indicating the remote has been reset NOTE You must release ON and RTN before the second flash goes out otherwise the unit will not reset should this occur repeat the full procedure DELETE MODE The HTRM 2 can store learned copied and default library commands on any single key The default library commands are the pre programmed NAD codes such as the native M17 commands on the AMP page You can delete commands by layers back down to the default library command on any key removing learned commands punched through functions and copied keys NOTE The default library commands cannot be deleted so you need not worry that using Delete Mode might cause irreparable changes To enter Delete Mode simultaneously press and hold for 3 seconds both the desired key s Device Selector key and the RTN key until the Learn LED turns green Press the function key whose command you wish to delete the Learn LED flashes the number of times indicates which type of function has become active see the table below Press the active Device Selector key again to exit Delete Mode NOTE You may delete multiple function key commands on the same Device Selector page but to delete fr
63. mmence Playback of connected Source 1 device as in BD player e Onthe HTRM 2 simultaneously press and hold MACRO and 0 numeric zero the Learn LED turns steady green e Press AMP press ON press 1 Input or Source 1 press BD press P Play the Learn LED blinks as each step is added e Press MACRO again to exit the macro record mode To clear a macro perform the above steps without entering any functions EXECUTING MACROS To execute a macro press and release MACRO its key illumination lights for 5 seconds While it remains lit press an HTRM 2 key to which a macro has previously been stored The corresponding macro will run as each step executes its parent Device Selector s key flashes lights briefly when execution is finished the MACRO key illumination goes out Pressing any other HTRM 2 key while a macro is executing will abort the macro Remember that you must hold the HTRM 2 so that its infrared emitter can activate the target components NOTE When a macro executes a 1 second delay is automatically inserted between its commands If you need more than a 1 second delay between particular commands for example to permit a component to power up completely you can record empty steps into the macro by changing Device Selector pages without entering actual command functions KEY ILLUMINATION TIMEOUT The HTRM 2 s key illumination can be set to remain lit for 0 9 seconds The
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65. nu discussions for a description of Stereo Downmix and DTS NEO 6 surround modes PCM PCM Pulse Code Modulation is the digital representation of a standard audio signal converted with little or no compression If None is selected for any of the Dolby or DTS settings this PCM section will default the audio signal as follows Stereo The detected stereo audio format will be configured into one of the following options Pro Logic PLIlx Movie PLIlx Music NEO 6 Cinema NEO 6 Music EARS Enhanced Stereo or None Surround The detected surround audio format will be configured into one of the following options PLIlx Movie PLIIx Music NEO 6 Music NEO 6 Cinema Stereo Downmix or None ANALOG If the audio input is an analog signal the following are the surround modes the input can be defaulted Pro Logic PLIIx Movie PLIIx Music NEO 6 Cinema NEO 6 Music EARS Enhanced Stereo and None DOLBY SETUP Dolby Setup Dolby Digital Dyn Range Ctrl Auto Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music Center Width eS Dimension 0 Panorama Off Under this menu the Dolby Digital s Dynamic Range Control can be adjusted as well as the settings for Dolby Digital Pro Logic IIx Music Dyn Range Ctrl You can select the effective dynamic range subjective range from soft to loud for playback of Dolby Digital soundtracks For fully cinematic effect always select 100 the default Settings of 75 50 and 25 progressively reduce dynamic
66. o the next setting A V Presets Preset HZ Name Preset 2 Listening Mode Yes DSP Options Yes Tone Controls Yes Speaker Setup No Display Setup Yes Save Current Setup to Preset Load Defaults to Preset While at Save Current Setup to Preset menu line use gt to save the settings above to Preset 2 When you recall Preset 2 using the remote control for HTRM 2 A V PSET 2 the above preset values allocated at Preset 2 preset settings as shown in the OSD captures at Step 4 will be recalled and implemented at the current source Note that Speaker Setup is set to No At this condition there will be no Speaker Setup values that will be implemented at Preset 2 The Speaker Setup settings that will be applied at Preset 2 will be the last or current Speaker Setup settings which in this sample are the same Speaker Setup settings shown above in Step 1 7 You can setup up to 5 A V Presets These same A V Presets can also be associated defaulted to each Source in the Source Setup Normal View window as below Source Setup Normal View Source eal Enabled Yes Name Source 1 Analog Audio Audio 1 Gain OdB Digital Audio HDMI 1 Video HDMI 1 A V Preset Preset 1 Trigger Out None In the above example Preset 1 settings are allocated for Source 1 Whenever Source 1 is accessed the Preset 1 settings will be applied to
67. of M17 s superb circuitry called analog to digital converter ADC Using this ADC Rate feature the sampling rate of the resulting digital audio signal available at the digital output ports can be converted into three levels 48K 96K and 192K Make sure that the associated equipment will be able to handle the applicable digital audio signal level AUDYSSEY MultEQ Audyssey MultEQ becomes available among the DSP options only after successfully completing Audyssey Auto Calibration accessible through the Setup Menu Refer also to Audyssey Auto Calibration segment of the Speaker Setup under Operation Using the M17 Setup Menu Audyssey MultEQ can be set to the following levels Audyssey Audyssey developed target curve Flat This setting is appropriate for very small or highly treated rooms in which the listener is seated quite close to the loudspeakers MultEQ filters are used in the same way as the Audyssey curve but it does not apply a high frequency roll off NAD Ideal in room response developed by NAD engineers along with Audyssey Engineers Off MultEQ filters are not used or no measurement process at all AUDYSSEY DYN EQ AUDYSSEY DYNAMIC EQ Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics By carefully combining information from incoming source levels with actual output sound levels in the room Audyssey Dynamic EQ delive
68. ofer and to the front speakers LFE channel signal will pass only to the sub In most subwoofer equipped systems setting front speakers to Small is usually the better option All the speakers low frequency content can be directly adjusted within the range 40Hz to 200HZz NOTE The configurations set forth at Speaker Setup are carried over whenever it is enabled during A V Preset setting Please see also the section AV Presets for reference SPEAKER LEVELS Speaker Levels OdB OdB Front Left Center Front Right Surround Right Back Right Back Left Surround Left Subwoofer OR OR OR OR OR ORO Adjusting the relative balance of your system s loudspeakers ensures that surround sound recordings whether music or film will present the balance of effects music and dialog that the artists intended Additionally if your system incorporates a subwoofer it establishes a correct relationship between the volume of the subwoofer and the other speakers and thus of low frequencies bass to other sonic elements USING AN SPL METER It is quite practical to perform the M17 level setup routines by ear and careful work will produce acceptably accurate results However the use of an inexpensive sound pressure level SPL meter such as Radio Shack part number 33 2050 makes this task easier more accurate and more repeatable Ownership of such a meter could prove a valuable audio tool The SPL meter should be
69. om more than one Device Selector page you must exit Delete Mode and then re enter it on the required page Flashes Command Type 1 Default Library Command 2 Copied Library Command 3 Learned Command LOADING CODE LIBRARIES The HTRM 2 can store a different library of default NAD codes for each of its Device Selector pages If the original default library does not control your NAD CD player tape deck BD player or other component follow the procedure below to change the code library Begin by ensuring that the component you wish the HTRM 2 to control is plugged in and powered up on not merely in standby To enter the HTRM 2s Library Mode simultaneously press and hold for 3 seconds both the desired Device Selector key and the A V PSET key until the Learn LED turns green While keeping the HTRM 2 pointed toward the component enter the first appropriate three digit code library number from the table below Press OFF If the component turns off press ENTER to accept that code library number and exit the Library Mode If the component does not turn off enter the next three digit code library number from the table When you enter the correct number the component will turn off press ENTER to accept that code library number and exit the Library Mode LIBRARY NAD PRODUCT LIBRARY NAD PRODUCT CODE DESCRIPTION CODE DESCRIPTION 100 Receiver ned Discrete 300 Tuner ae oe ee Toggle 301 L75 L76 Tuner 102 S170 302 L70 Tuner
70. ont stage sonic imaging and spacious but unexaggerated ambient virtual acoustics that remain faithful to the original recording ENHANCED STEREO All recordings are reproduced in stereo via the maximum speaker complement configured in the current Speaker Configuration Enhanced stereo can be useful for maximum volume from all channels or for multi speaker background music cocktail party listening For this mode Front Center Surround and Back speakers can be turned ON OFF as desired 12 ADJUSTING LISTENING MODES Listening Mode Mode PLIIx Music Center Width 3 Dimension 4 0 Panorama Off Several of the M17 s listening modes have one or more selectable variations and adjustable parameters that you can modify to suit your system or personal preferences NOTE Listening Mode parameter changes are maintained when you change listening modes You may also save a modified Listening Mode for easy recall by saving it to a Preset See A V Presets below under Setup Menu discussions PRO LOGIC IIx PLIIx MOVIE is optimized for film soundtracks PLIIx MUSIC for music recordings Center Width 0 to 7 Modifies the hard centeredness of the center image by gradually mixing mono center content to the Front left right speakers as well A setting of 0 retains the center channel only default while a setting of 7 yields a fully phantom center channel Dimension 7 to 7 Adjusts front rear emphasis of the
71. ontrol CEC Power a OW Source Switch On Audio System On ARC Mode Auto AUTO STANDBY On M17 will go to standby mode automatically if there is no user interface interaction within 30 minutes Off M17 remains active even if there is no user interface interaction is detected ETHERNET CEC IN STANDBY Off M17 will not pass through any CEC message Audio and video will not be streamed from a CEC enabled HDMI source to a CEC enabled TV with both devices connected via M17 CEC feature is effectively defeated On Enable HDMI Control CEC feature Audio and video will continuously stream from a CEC enabled HDMI source to a CEC enabled TV with both devices connected via M17 Ethernet connection is established when the NAD AVR Remote App is activated and connected to the same network as the M17 Under this condition Ethernet CEC in Standby will automatically turn from Off to On will remain On and cannot be changed from Or to Off The On Off options of Ethernet CEC in Standby can be selectable again by deactivating or disconnecting the NAD AVR Remote App from the network USING THE M17 SETUP MENU HDMI CONTROL CEC Consumer Electronics Control CEC is a set of commands that utilizes HDMI s two way communication to allow for single remote control of any CEC enabled devices connected with HDMI A CEC command will trigger the necessary commands over HDMI for an entire system to auto
72. or selecting the optimum decoding of the Signal sources DTS NEO 6 CINEMA This method is ideal for the reproduction of movies The decoding takes place by emphasizing the separation in order to achieve the same atmosphere with 2 channel as with 6 1 channel sources DTS NEO 6 MUSIC Mainly recommended for music reproduction The right and left front channels do not pass through the decoder and are reproduced directly so there is no loss in sound quality and the effects of the right surround left surround central and back surround channels add a natural sensation of expansion of the sound field ENHANCED STEREO Please refer to the same description of ENHANCED STEREO under the LISTENING MODES segment of the OPERATION USING THE M17 MAIN MENU DISPLAY SETUP Display Setup Front Panel Brightness OSD Temp Disp On The Display Setup menu allows adjusting the brightness of the Vacuum Fluorescent Display VFD and availability of On Screen Display OSD NOTE The configurations set forth at Display Setup are carried over whenever it is enabled during A V Preset setting Please see also the section below about AV Presets Brightness Reduce or increase brightness level of the VFD 1 is the lowest brightness level and 3 the highest brightness setting Temp Disp This applies to the OSD that is temporarily shown at video out whenever any of the front panel controls or their correspondin
73. 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 specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical p GROUND CLAMP N zk A N amp A POWER LINES KF SERVICE 7 ENTRANCE CONDUCTORS STAND OFF INSULATORS P a MAST ANTENNA D LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMPS GROUND WIRE gt y N gt SERVICE ENTRANCE ip EQUIPMENT ANTENNA DISCHARGE SI UNIT C GROUND 7 POWER SERVICE GROUNDING Ba WIRE amp b Ta EXTERNAL ELECTRODE SYSTEM a P L e g Interior metal water pipe BONDING JUMPER NTENNA GROUND TERMINALS CLAMPS OF PRODUCT OPTIONAL ANTENNA GROUND ING ELECTRODE DRIVEN 8 FEET 2 44M
74. position this will ensure reliable infrared remote control communications The M17 generates a modest amount of heat but nothing that should trouble adjacent components It is perfectly possible to stack the M17 on top of other components but the reverse usually should be avoided 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 Audio 1 IN HDMI 1 Source 2 HDMI 2 Audio 2 IN HDMI 2 Source 3 HDMI 3 Audio 3 IN HDMI 3 Source 4 HDMI 4 Audio 4 IN HDMI 4 Source 5 Optical 1 IN Audio 5 IN Video 1 IN Source 6 Optical 2 IN Audio 6 IN Video 2 IN Source 7 Coaxial 1 IN Audio 6 IN Video 3 IN Source 8 Optical 3 IN Component Video Input 1 Source 9 Coaxial 2 IN Component Video Input 2 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 INTRODUCTION GETTING STARTED RESTORING M17 TO ITS FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS EE i 1 Press and hold front panel s Main display Audyssey Tone Zone ource1 Listen ACM OL 1920x1080p60 2 Select Setup display option Setup Main Listen v1 16 be v1 00 b
75. pp RJ45 10 100 Ethernet Tx 435 x 156 x 386 mm 17 1 8 x 63 16 x15 1 4 inches 17 5 kg 38 6 Ibs Gross dimension includes feet volume knob and extended rear panel terminals Specifications are subject to change without notice For updated documentation and features please check out www NADelectronics com for the latest information about M17 Manufactured under license under U S Patent s 5 451 942 5 956 674 5 974 380 5 978 762 6 226 616 6 487 535 7 212 872 7 333 929 7 392 195 7 272 567 amp other U S and worldwide patents issued amp pending DTS is a registered trademark and the DTS logos Symbol DTS HD and DTS HD Master Audio are trademarks of DTS Inc 1996 2008 DTS Inc All Rights Reserved Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories U S and foreign patents pending Audyssey MultEQ XT is a trade mark of Audyssey Laboratories This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporat
76. r Configuration channel s set to OFF Power amp connections faulty e No surround listening mode is engaged e Surround channels set to OFF on Speaker Configuration menu e Surround channels level set too low on Speaker Levels menu e Subwoofer is off not powered or improperly connected e Subwoofer set to OFF on Speaker Configuration menu e Sub level set too low on Speaker Levels menu e Source is a 2 0 etc Dolby Digital or DTS recording without center channel e Center set to OFF on Speaker Configuration menu e Center level set too low on Speaker Levels menu e Source s digital output is not connected to a M17 digital input Source component not configured for multichannel digital output Batteries are flat or incorrectly inserted IR transmitter window on remote or IR A V Receiver window on M17 is obstructed e M17 front panel is in very bright sunlight or ambient light REFERENCE TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS e Set 12V TRIGGER OFF AUTO switch to OFF e Set Auto Trigger Into Zone 2 Zone 3 or Zone 4 e Check AC cable connection and outlet e Check cables e Check Speaker Configuration menu e Check power amplifier and cabling e Select appropriate listening mode e Correct Speaker Configuration or Speaker Levels settings e Power up subwoofer check Sub s A
77. r all content while optimizing the dynamic range to preserve the impact Audyssey Dynamic Volume includes Audyssey Dynamic EQ which compensates for deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics These two technologies enable the full frequency response of the source at its original level to be reproduced at any listening level Even at lower listening volumes Dynamic Volume ensures that the richness and dynamics of the response are maintained Audyssey Dynamic Volume can be set to the following levels Light Provide the least adjustment to the loudest or softest sound level Medium Setting that prevents loud and soft sound from being much louder than their respective average sound levels Heavy Affect volume the most by causing all sound to be of equal loudness IMPORTANT NOTES e Audyssey Dynamic EQ must be set to On to activate Audyssey Dynamic Volume If Audyssey Dynamic EQ is set to Off Audyssey Dynamic Volume will also remain Off e _ If Audyssey Auto Calibration is not set up the relative balance of your system s loudspeakers has to be manually adjusted with the aid of a SPL meter for Audyssey Dynamic Volume and Audyssey Dynamic EQ to be effective If the speakers are not properly calibrated the corresponding Audyssey Dynamic Volume and Audyssey Dynamic EQ responses could be distorted Refer also to the item about USING SPL METER in the SPEAKER
78. rformance surround and digital audio circuitry it is advisable that its sets of Digital Audio input are selected There are three types of Digital Audio input for the M17 These are HDMI Optical and Coaxial digital input A fourth option is Off whereby no incoming digital audio signal is selected by the particular Source The desired digital audio input for a particular Source can be selected by scrolling to Digital Audio press gt and then A V to step through the desired digital input source After finalizing the desired type of Digital Audio input press gt and then A V again to select the specific Digital Audio input The following are the sets of assignable Digital Audio input HDMI gt HDMI 1 6 Optical gt Optical 1 4 Coaxial gt Coaxial 1 4 NOTE An incoming digital signal present at the assigned digital input will always take precedence over the assigned analog audio input even if both are present To maintain the analog audio input for the particular Source select Off at the Digital Audio setting of the same Source menu VIDEO There are three types of video input a particular Source could be assigned These are HDMI Component and Video input Another option is Off Select Off if it is intended not to assign any video input to a particular Source Navigate through the Video input selections by pressing gt and then A V to step through the selections The following
79. rs unprecedented sound reproduction at all volume levels Audyssey Dynamic EQ selects the correct frequency response and surround volume levels moment by moment The resulting bass response octave to octave balance and surround impression remained the same despite changes in volume OPERATION USING THE M17 MAIN MENU Audyssey Dynamic EQ is designed to work in conjunction with Audyssey MultEQ Dynamic EQ determines the proper loudness compensation based on the sound pressure level measurements MultEQ provides Audyssey Dynamic EQ working in tandem with Audyssey MultEQ provides the right listening conditions for every listener at any volume level On Activate Audyssey Dynamic EQ function Off Defeat Audyssey Dynamic EQ function Offset Adding a Volume Offset will have the effect of reducing the amount of boost applied by Dynamic EQ for any given volume setting As a consequence the amount of overall digital attenuation required is also reduced For example with the Offset set to 10dB and a volume setting of 30 0dB the loudness curve selected will be for a volume level of 20 0cB The offset level can be set from OdB to 15d B AUDYSSEY DYNAMIC VOLUME Audyssey Dynamic Volume delivers consistent volume playback levels anticipating sudden spikes and dips in volume and compensating for them in real time Audyssey Dynamic Volume monitors the volume of program material mMoment by moment maintaining the desired listening level fo
80. s Dolby Setup DTS Setup Enhanced Stereo The M17 has various listening mode options and is mostly configurable These are provided to reproduce a variety of sound effects depending upon the content of the source to be played Use a combination of lt gt A V and ENTER keys to configure the following settings LISTENING MODES The audio format as detected by the selected Source can be automatically configured and processed through the following options Listening Modes Dolby Stereo PLIIx Music Surround PLIIx Movie DTS Stereo Surround PCM Stereo None Surround None Analog None NEO 6 Music NEO 6 Cinema DOLBY Dolby Digital is the multi channel digital signal format developed in the Dolby laboratories Discs bearing the Dolby Digital double D symbol logo were recorded with up to 5 1 channels of digital signals reproducing a much better sound quality with dynamic and spatial sound sensations that are much better than in the previous Dolby Surround A Dolby Digital audio input can be configured relative to its format as follows Stereo If the detected audio is of Dolby stereo format you can default it to one of the following settings Pro Logic PLIIx Movie PLIIx Music or None Surround f the detected audio is of Dolby Surround format you can default it to one of the following settings Surround EX PLIlx Movie and PLIIx Music Stereo Downmix or None None If None is selected the Dolby Digit
81. stem and reproduced using the DTS ES decoder when played with a conventional DTS decoder the back surround channel is automatically down mixed in the surround right and surround left channels of the surround system in such a way that none of the signal components are lost DTS ES MATRIX 6 1 In this format the additional signals of the back channel receive a matrix encoding and are inputted into the right and left surround channels During reproduction they are decoded to the right left and back surround channels Since this bit stream format is 100 compatible with conventional DTS signals the DTS ES Matrix 6 1 format effect can also be achieved from sources with DTS ES 5 1 signals Naturally it is also possible to reproduce from a DTS 5 1 channel decoder signals recorded in DTS ES 6 1 When a DTS ES decoder processes a discrete DTS ES 6 1 or in Matrix 6 1 these formats are automatically detected and the Optimum Surround mode is selected However some DTS ES Matrix 6 1 sources may be detected as DTS In this case the DTS ES Matrix mode should be selected manually in order to reproduce them 25 OPERATION USING THE M17 SETUP MENU DTS NEO 6 SURROUND This mode applies the conventional 2 channel signals such as digital PCM or analog stereo signals to the high precision digital matrix decoder used for DTS ES Matrix 6 1 to achieve 6 1 channel surround playback DTS Neo 6 surround includes two modes f
82. surround effect independently from the relative channel levels Panorama On Off Adds a wraparound effect by extending some stereo content into the surround channels NOTE Pro Logic IIx mode will decode as PLII mode when the BACK surround speakers are set to OFF from Speaker Configuration menu See also section about Speaker Configuration under Speaker Setup of the Setup Menu DTS NEO 6 NEO 6 Cinema is optimized for film soundtracks NEO 6 Music for music recordings Center Gain 0 to 0 5 Adjust for better center image in relation to the surround sound channels DSP OPTIONS DSP Options Lip Sync Delay ADC Rate Audyssey MultEQ Audyssey Dyn EQ Offset Audyssey Dyn Volume The following signal processing parameters can be setup under the DSP Digital Signal Processing Options menu IMPORTANT NOTICE The M17 is an AV Surround Sound Preamplifier and therefore has no speakers The mention of Speaker s in this manual refers to the speakers of your external amplifier as interfaced with the M17 LIP SYNC DELAY DSP Options has the feature Lip Sync Delay whose function is to match any delay that may occur in the picture relative to the audio By varying Lip Sync Delay from Oms to 120ms one can delay the audio output in order to synchronize it with the video image ADC ANALOG TO DIGITAL CONVERTER RATE An analog audio input is converted to digital signal by making use
83. 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 fire 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 INDOUBT CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN C 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 MS opackaging 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 office 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 NAD is a trademark of NAD Elec
84. ther The M17 will power up from Standby mode at whatever master volume setting was last used however if the prior setting was greater than 20 0 dB the M17 will power up at 20 0 dB This prevents inadvertently beginning a session at excessive volume MUTING THE SOUND Use the HTRM 2 s MUTE key to silence all channels completely Muting is always available regardless of the source or listening mode selections NOTES e Changing input or listening mode selections does not release muting e Pressing HTRM 2 s VOL A or rotating the front panel volume knob clockwise will automatically release the mute function 21 OPERATION USING THE M17 SETUP MENU ADJUSTING CHANNEL LEVELS ON THE FLY You can make changes to the relative levels of center surround and subwoofer outputs without having to go into the Speaker Levels menu This is very convenient in circumstances like increasing or tone down a film s dialog level by raising lowering the center channel or reducing excessive deep bass or enhance deep bass by lowering raising the subwoofer level Use the HTRM 2 s SURR CENT and SUB keys for direct access level adjustment of these channels over a range of 6 dB The surround back channels if any adjust in lockstep with the surround channels NOTE Level settings adjusted On the Fly are added or subtracted to the setup levels established at the M17 level calibration routin
85. to Disable Navigating through the Source Setup Table View via a combination of lt gt and then A V buttons one will have the benefit of directly changing the settings for Audio Video Preset Trigger and Name without going back to the Source Setup Normal View menu Highlight a particular Source number and then toggle ENTER button to enable or disable said Source number 17 OPERATION USING THE M17 SETUP MENU SPEAKER SETUP Speaker Setup Audyssey Auto Calibration Speaker Configuration Speaker Levels Speaker Distance After connecting all ancillary sources and other combinations the Speaker Setup menu will guide you on how to manage and setup your speakers in order to achieve optimum sound acoustics in your listening environment The following are the Speaker Setup Menu sections IMPORTANT NOTICE The M17 is an AV Surround Sound Preamplifier and therefore has no speakers The mention of Speaker s in this manual refers to the speakers of your external amplifier as interfaced with the M17 AUDYSSEY AUTO CALIBRATION Audyssey Auto Calibration MAP Please connect the measurement microphone to the Left Channel of the Audio 1 input Position the microphone in the main listening position at ear height Start Speaker Detect It has been shown that many if not most surround sound systems are not accurately setup and calibrated To conduct prop
86. ton a second time within a 3 second period will change the sleep time increment in 15 minute intervals after which time the M17 will automatically switch into Standby mode To adjust the sleep delay press the HTRM 2 s SLEEP button twice first to display the sleep time increment and a second time to change the sleep time increment The sleep time increment and a SLEEP icon will continuously display on the M17 s front panel Vacuum Fluorescent Display VFD Each consecutive press increases the sleep time in 15 minute increments from 15 to 90 minutes To cancel the sleep mode continue pressing the HTRM 2 s SLEEP button until Sleep Off displays on the VFD Switching the M17 to standby from either the HTRM 2 s OFF or the M17 s STANDBY button will also cancel the sleep mode 34 USING THE ZR 7 REMOTE CONTROL The ZR 7 is a discrete compact remote for controlling the Zone 2 feature of the M17 Irrespective of the main room zone settings the ZR 7 allows full separate control of the Zone 2 source selection among other applicable features 1 ON OFF Switch ON OFF the Zone feature 2 SOURCE A V Select the active input of the NAD M17 that will be sent out to the corresponding rear panel ZONE 2 output port 3 MUTE Temporarily switch OFF or restore the Zone Volume level 4 VOLUME Y Increase or decrease the loudness level of selected Zone source This is possible only if the VOLUME setting of ZONE 2 CONTROLS
87. tor Press the front panel Standby button or HTRM 2 remote control s ON button to switch ON the M17 from standby mode e Ifyou intend not to use the M17 for long periods of time such as when on vacation switch off the POWER switch With POWER switched off neither the front panel Standby button nor HTRM 2 remote control s ON button can activate the M17 OPERATION ABOUT THE ON SCREEN DISPLAY OSD The M17 employs a simple self explanatory system of on screen display menus that will appear on the connected video monitor TV These are required during the setup process and are useful in day to day operation so be sure to connect the monitor TV before proceeding with setup DISPLAY THE OSD Press gt or ENTER buttons of the HTRM 2 remote control to display the M17 s Main Menu on your video monitor TV If the OSD does not appear check your MONITOR OUT connections NAVIGATING THE OSD AND MAKING CHANGES To navigate through the OSD menu options please do the following using the HTRM 2 buttons 1 Press gt to select a menu item Use A V or in some cases ENTER to move up or down the Menu selections Repeatedly press gt to advance or go further into the sub menu of desired menu item 2 Use A V to set or change the parameter value setting of a menu item 3 Press lt 1 to save the settings or changes done on the current menu or sub menu Pressing lt will also return the user to the
88. tronics International a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited Copyright 2014 NAD Electronics International a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ccccccccccccccceed INTRODUCTION GETTING STARTED wcicecicdteavdvctneeinneks nssanseeee es eas edien s 5 Ve UN a A E icrienwauseak en uasue E ysneawoeas J CHOOSING A LOCATION oeiipesisssicscsireriieciromeiis ti trekin 5 DEFAULT SOURCE SE TINGS pecdpnud pri eA EENE SS J RESTORING M17 TO ITS FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS x cpeiieiresrsts 5 IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS FRONT PANEL icscccestcteeGeceuswesowsrewessaecseadeeedaessaneet 6 REAR PANEL 2 0 ssssetsvosnseeceweteesdeweesaudwedes ctdeeksseucs 8 OPERATION USING THE M17 MAIN MENU csiccscscsscccccsccwastcoacwenacans 11 ABOUT THE ON SCREEN DISPLAY OSD 0c ss00sseeesneesseeeson 11 DPIC Sis as ote E aan E EEEE 11 LISTENING MODE ccs s0sstadesepeabeeatigerhesicedeseecasigeseuuanes 11 ADIUS ING ODTENING MODES oris ghenn wins tidie ixe emein vans ons 12 Dor Cr NON tomvaawer Errera EEIE EEE Ea r EA EEIE 13 TELO NTE ean AAEE AERA ANE ETEA ee 14 E AN Ol are aE EEES 14 USING THE M17 SETUP MENU jicsisivsctviwasaesansesaesanas aes 15 TUP EN es AE E EA EERTE 15 Senni eE T E E one aucedaenenety 15 SAURE EIE serrer res rAr EE NEEE EERE ENERE EENAA 16 SOURCE SETUP NORMAL VIEW cnccsecthdnaneanGsceeeneusbensveaes 16 SOURCE SETUP TABLE VIEW s ccsaes ines wees auueia w
89. udio Only NOTES The ZR 7 remote control will only control Zone 2 applications Zone 3 and Zone 4 could be configured and managed at the appropriate Zone OSD menu using the corresponding keys on the HTRM 2 remote control Zone 4 is audio only and not associated with any video input sources OPERATION SETUP MENU Setup Menu Control Setup Source Setup Speaker Setup Zone Setup Trigger Setup Listening Mode Setup Display Setup A V Presets The Setup Menu allows one to customize the operation of the M17 to the ancillary equipment used in one s specific AV system Unless your system exactly matches the factory defaults as shown in the accompanying Quick Setup Guide you will need to use the setup menu to configure the inputs of the M17 At Setup Menu the following are configurable Control Setup Source Setup Speaker Setup Zone Setup Trigger Setup Listening Mode Setup Display Setup and A V Presets To access and navigate through Setup Menu and its sub menu selections please follow the directions stated in the sections DISPLAY THE OSD and NAVIGATING THE OSD AND MAKING CHANGES CONTROL SETUP The M17 supports HDMI Control CEC and Audio Return Channel ARC functions Both functions are possible if external devices that also support both features are interconnected with the M17 via HDMI connection Control Setup Auto Standby On Ethernet CEC in Standby Off HDMI C
90. 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 Ifthe 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 qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation 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 specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 ceil
91. urce WARNING Before connecting and disconnecting any HDMI cables both the M17 and the ancillary source must be powered OFF and unplugged from the AC outlet Failure to observe this practice may cause permanent damage to all equipment connected via HDMI sockets 13 UNSWITCHED AC OUTLET 120V version model only e With M17 switched ON or at standby mode mains power is always available at this outlet e This outlet can be used for components that may require continuous supply of AC mains some tuners require uninterrupted mains supply to retain preset memory for instance e The total draw of all devices connected to this outlet must not exceed 120 watts e Mains power at this outlet can be shut down by switching OFF the M17 via the rear panel POWER switch 14 AC MAINS INPUT e TheM17 comes supplied with a separate detachable mains power cord Before connecting the plug to the mains power source connect firmly first the other end to M17 s AC Mains input socket e Always disconnect the mains power plug from the mains power source first before disconnecting the cable from the M17 s AC Mains input socket e Connect only to the prescribed AC outlet i e 120V 60 Hz for 120V version models only or 230V 50 Hz for 230V version models only 15 POWER e Supply the AC mains power to the M17 e When the POWER switch is set to ON position the M17 goes to standby mode as shown by the amber status condition of the front panel Power indica
92. uring the setup phase A special test tone is sent to each speaker and the data is memorized by the M17 The duration of calibration may take some time depending on the number of speakers as well as the number of measuring points After all positions are measured the DSP calculates the ideal system response for your particular room and speaker setup If some inconsistencies or discrepancies are detected during the Audyssey calibration the process maybe interrupted or the problem is shown in the particular setup window A notice screen is correspondingly displayed After following and undertaking the displayed instructions re start the Audyssey calibration again When the measurements are finalized Audyssey calculates the ideal system response for your particular room and speaker setup NOTE The test tone emitted during measurement is loud If you cannot withstand the test tone level it is advisable that you stay away from the room or location where the speakers are being calibrated Return to the room or location after each calibration to change the microphone s position or to finalize the calibration NEXT A TARGET CURVE MUST BE CHOSEN Select the Target Curve you find to be most satisfactory by pressing the Because loudspeaker designers assume that their products will be used in Audyssey key of the remote The MultEQ XT corrected response can also be typical domestic rooms they are voiced to work in this environment It is bypass
93. ypress You might use a macro to automate a simple command sequence such as Turn on the BD player and then press PLAY Or you might compose an elaborate macro to power up an entire system select a source choose a Listening Mode and begin playback again all from a single keypress Each DEVICE SELECTOR and function keys of the HTRM 2 can be stored one macro NOTE Macros are independent of the currently selected device RECORDING MACROS To record a macro simultaneously press and hold for 3 seconds both the MACRO key and the HTRM 2 function key to which you wish to assign the macro until the status LED turns green The macro button will also light up Press the sequence of function keys to be recorded into the macro being sure to first press the requisite Device Selector key for each function you may switch devices while recording the macro as many times as necessary allowing you to create macro containing commands from more than one Device Selector page When you have finished entering the desired command sequence press MACRO again to store the macro the Learn LED and MACRO key illumination will turn off NOTE Each macro can store a maximum of 64 command steps If you exceed this number the macro will be stored automatically after the 64th command is added 31 OPERATION USING THE HTRM 2 REMOTE CONTROL Example Record a Macro to the 0 key to Turn on the M17 Select Input 1 Source 1 and Co

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