NAD C-379 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier Owner’s Manual

C-379 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier

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Product Specifications

• Product Name: Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier
• Language: English

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions

It is important to follow these safety instructions before
operating the product:

1. Avoid using liquid or aerosol cleaners on the product; use a
   damp cloth for cleaning.

2. Do not place the product near water sources like a bath tub,
   sink, or swimming pool.

3. Ensure proper ventilation for the product to prevent
   overheating.

4. Use only recommended carts, stands, or brackets to prevent
   accidents.

Power Supply & Grounding

Ensure the following for power supply:

• Connect to a mains socket outlet with protective earthing.
• Ground the antenna or cable system for surge protection.
• Consult a professional if unsure about the power supply type in
  your home.

Maintenance and Care

To maintain the product:

• Avoid placing the product on surfaces that block ventilation
  openings.

• Regularly check cords for damage and ensure they are not
  pinched or walked on.

• Unplug the product if left unused for long periods to prevent
  damage from surges.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use any cleaning solution on the product?

A: No, it is recommended to use a damp cloth for cleaning and
avoid liquid or aerosol cleaners.

Q: What should I do if I am unsure about the power supply in my

home?

A: Consult your product dealer or local power company for
guidance on the power supply type.

Q: How should I handle cords to prevent damage?

A: Ensure cords are not pinched or walked on, and pay attention
to their condition regularly.

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® C 379
Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier
Owner’s Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

· Read instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read

before the product is operated.

· Retain instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained

for future reference.

· Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions

should be adhered to.

· Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

· Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use

liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

· Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product

manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

· 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.

· Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult

and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,

or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any

mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and

should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

·

Cart – A product and cart combination should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the

product and cart combination to overturn.

· 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.

· 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.

· 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.

· Mains Plug – Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the

disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

· Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system is

connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so

as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information

with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding

of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,

location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and

requirements for the grounding electrode.

· 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.

· 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.

· Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral

convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

· Flame Sources – No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be

placed on the product.

· 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.

· Headphones – Excessive sound pressure form earphones and headphones can

cause hearing loss.

· Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: ­ When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. ­ If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. ­ If the product has been exposed to rain or water. ­ If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. ­ If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. ­ When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for service.
· 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.
· 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.
· 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.
· Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling 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 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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected. · 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. · This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules / Industry Canada licenceexempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1 This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation. · Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate
using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. · To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. · Marking and rating plate can be found at the rear panel of the apparatus. · 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 the mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely. · An appliance with a protective earth terminal should be connected to a mains outlet with a protective earth connection. · Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. · Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. · Battery cannot be subjected to high or low extreme temperatures, low air pressure at high altitude during use, storage or transportation. · Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas. · Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion. · Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas. · A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
MPE REMINDER To satisfy FCC/IC RF exposure requirements, a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during device operation. To ensure compliance, operations at closer than this distance is not recommended.
IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.

RESPONSIBLE PARTY Lenbrook International 633 Granite Court Pickering, ON L1W 3K1 Canada Tel: 1 905 8316555
This product is manufactured to comply with the radio interference requirements of EEC DIRECTIVE 2004/108/EC.
NOTES ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION At the end of its useful life, this product must not be disposed of with regular household waste but must be returned to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. The symbol on the product, user’s manual and packaging point this out.
The materials can be reused in accordance with their markings. Through re-use, recycling of raw materials, or other forms of recycling of old products, you are making an important contribution to the protection of our environment.
Your local administrative office can advise you of the responsible waste disposal point.
INFORMATION ABOUT COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF WASTE BATTERIES (DIRECTIVE 2006/66/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF EUROPEAN UNION) (FOR EUROPEAN CUSTOMERS ONLY)
Batteries bearing any of these symbols indicate that they should be treated as “separate collection” and not as municipal waste. It is encouraged that necessary measures are implemented to maximize the separate collection of waste batteries and to minimize the disposal of batteries as mixed municipal waste.
End-users are exhorted not to dispose waste batteries as unsorted municipal waste. In order to achieve a high level of recycling waste batteries, discard waste batteries separately and properly through an accessible collection point in your vicinity. For more information about collection and recycling of waste batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.
By ensuring compliance and conformance to proper disposal of waste batteries, potential hazardous effects on human health is prevented and the negative impact of batteries and waste batteries on the environment is minimized, thus contributing to the protection, preservation and quality improvement of the environment.

NAD® is a trademark of NAD Electronics International. NAD Electronics International is a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited. ©NAD, All Rights Reserved
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INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
INTRODUCTION GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
WHAT’S IN THE BOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 CHOOSING A LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 RESTORING C 379 TO FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 FORCE FACTORY RESET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS FRONT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 REAR PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
MDC2 UPGRADE SLOTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 MDC2 BLUOS-D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 SR 10 REMOTE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 USING THE SR 10 REMOTE CONTROL LIBRARY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 RESET SR 10 TO ITS FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
OPERATION USING C 379 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
ACCESS MAIN MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 SETTINGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 TONE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 AUTO STANDBY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

BLUETOOTH MODE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 NETWORK STANDBY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 CEC POWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 IR CHANNEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 BRIGHTNESS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 TEMPORARY DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 SPEAKER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 VOLUME DISPLAY MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 VOLUME LIMITS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 SOURCE SETUP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 ENABLE SOURCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 NAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 VOLUME CONTROL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 HOW TO NAVIGATE VOLUME CONTROL LEVEL SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 AUTO SENSE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 ANALOG BYPASS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 ANALOG GAIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 SYSTEM INFO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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INTRODUCTION
GETTING STARTED

WHAT’S IN THE BOX Packed with your C 379 you will find · Two detachable mains power cord · SR 10 remote control with 2 AA batteries · Bluetooth antenna · Quick Setup Guide
SAVE THE PACKAGING Please save the box and all of the packaging in which your C 379 arrived. Should you move or need to transport your C 379, this is 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 C 379’s front panel and your primary listening/viewing position–this will ensure reliable infrared remote control communications. The C 379 generates a modest amount of heat, but nothing that should trouble adjacent components.

RESTORING C 379 TO FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS Press and hold both front panel’s a SOURCE s buttons until the display shows the following two reset options. Use a or s buttons to select through the options. · Factory Reset MCU? : Restore MCU factory default settings only · Factory Reset BluOS? : Restore BluOS factory default settings only.
This option is available only if the optional MDC2 BluOS D is installed.
Press [ENTER] to select “Yes” and initiate selected Factory Reset option.
IMPORTANT Restoring C 379 to factory default settings will delete all applicable configured or saved settings.
FORCE FACTORY RESET 1 Switch OFF rear panel POWER switch. Leave the unit powered down for
at least 5 seconds. 2 Press and hold rear panel RESET button and then switch ON the rear
panel POWER switch. 3 Continue hold of the rear panel RESET button. Front panel display will
show SERVICE MODE PLEASE WAIT
4 Do not release hold of the rear panel RESET button. Continue hold of the rear panel RESET button for at least 30 seconds or until the front panel display shows SERVICE MODE PERFORMING FACTORY RESET
Release hold of the rear panel RESET button.
5 Unit will reboot and stay in Standby mode (amber). Unit is restored to factory default settings.
NOTE Force factory reset does not include resetting the MDC2 BluOS D card if installed.

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1 POWER INDICATOR · This indicator will be amber when the C 379 is in standby mode. · When the C 379 is powered up from standby mode, this indicator will change from amber to blue color.
2 STANDBY BUTTON · Press Standby button to switch ON the C 379 from standby mode. The Power indicator will change from amber to blue color. · Pressing Standby button again switches back C 379 to standby mode. The Power indicator will change from blue to amber color. · The Standby button cannot activate the C 379 if the rear panel POWER switch is off.
IMPORTANT NOTES Conditions for Standby button to activate a Plug one end of the supplied power cord into a mains power outlet, making sure the other end is firmly connected to C 379’s AC Mains input socket. b The rear panel POWER switch must be set to ON.
3 NAVIGATION AND ENTER BUTTONS · The navigation [d/f/a/s] and [ENTER] buttons are used to go through menu options and selections. · Use [d/f/a/s] to go up, down, left or right the given options or selections. · The middle round button is designated as [ENTER] button. This is normally pressed to complete a selection, procedure, sequence or other applicable functions.
4 HEADPHONES · A 1/4″ stereo jack socket is supplied for headphone listening and will work with conventional headphones of any impedance. · The volume, tone and balance controls are operative for headphone listening. Use a suitable adapter to connect headphones with other types of sockets, such as 3.5mm “personal stereo” jack plugs.

5 DISPLAY · Visual and menu information are shown according to the selected settings. · The following Main menu options are selectable from the display ­ Settings, Source Setup and System Info. · Use the SR 10 remote control or front panel navigation [d/f/a/s] and [ENTER] buttons to go through menu options and selections.
6 REMOTE SENSOR · Point the SR 10 remote control at the remote sensor and press the buttons. · Do not expose the remote sensor of the C 379 to a strong light source such as direct sunlight or illumination. If you do so, you may not be able to operate the C 379 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.
7 a SOURCE s · Press a SOURCE or SOURCE s to select Sources.
8 VOLUME · The VOLUME control adjusts the overall loudness of the signal sent to the speakers. The Volume control is characterized by perfect signal tracking and channel balance. It provides a highly linear and low noise operation. · Turn clockwise to increase the volume level and counterclockwise to lower it. · The default volume level is -40 dB. · Volume level will wake up and reset to the -40 dB default setting if the unit goes to standby mode with a variable volume level higher than -40 dB. However, if volume level is lower than -40 dB when the unit goes to standby mode, that level setting will be preserved when the unit wakes up.

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IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS
REAR PANEL

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567

ON (MONO) OFF (STEREO)

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11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18

ATTENTION! Please ensure that the C 379 is powered off or unplugged from the mains power outlet 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 BLUETOOTH ANTENNA TERMINAL · Install supplied Bluetooth antenna to this Bluetooth antenna terminal.
2 RESET · It is not recommended to use RESET button unless necessary. Use the RESET function button when everything else fails and the unit may not be able to recover. · Switched OFF the rear panel POWER switch. Press and hold the RESET button and switch ON the rear panel POWER switch. There will be two scenarios as you hold on to the RESET button – Hold on to the RESET button for less than 30 seconds: Initiate chassis USB stick Upgrade or BluOS MDC card upgrade if a BluOS card is installed. – Hold on to the RESET button for more than 30 seconds: Initiate chassis factory reset. · Contact your nearest service center for further guidance on how to use RESET function button.

5 IR IN/IR OUT · 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. · All NAD products with IR IN/IR OUT features are fully compatible with the C 379. For non-NAD models, consult the service specialists for those products to verify compatibility with the C 379’s IR features.
IR IN · 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 C 379 from a remote location.
IR OUT · Connect IR OUT to the IR IN jack of a compatible device. · Command and control the linked compatible device by directing its
own remote control to C 379’s infrared receiver.

3 SERVICE · Use for USB firmware update. Contact your nearest service center for firmware update guidance.
4 RS 232 NAD is a certified 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 C 379 via compatible external controllers. · Refer to the NAD website for information about RS232 Protocol documents and PC interface program.

6 +12V TRIGGER +12V TRIGGER OUT · The +12V TRIGGER OUT is used for controlling external equipment equipped with a +12V trigger input. · Connect this +12V TRIGGER OUT to the other equipment’s corresponding +12V DC input jack using a mono or stereo cable with 3.5mm male plug. · This output will be 12V when the C 379 is ON and 0V when it is either OFF or in standby mode.

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+12V TRIGGER IN · With this input triggered by a 12V DC supply, the C 379 can be
switched ON remotely from standby mode by compatible devices such as amplifiers, preamplifiers, receivers, etc. If the 12V DC supply is cut off, the C 379 will return to standby mode. · Connect this +12V Trigger input to the remote device’s corresponding +12V DC output jack using a mono or stereo cable with 3.5mm male plug. The controlling device must be equipped with a +12V trigger output to use this feature.
NOTE If there is a mono or stereo jack connected to +12V TRIGGER IN, the C 379 cannot be powered ON/OFF using the front panel Standby button or SR 10’s ON/OFF buttons. The mono or stereo jack has to be unplugged to resume normal powering up of the unit via front panel Standby button or SR 10’s ON/OFF buttons.
7 BRIDGE MODE The C 379 amplifier can be set up in MONO (Bridge Mode), which more than doubles its output power. This configuration allows the C 379 to be integrated into a high-power stereo or home theater system by connecting additional power amplifiers. · In BRIDGED mode (switch at ON (MONO) setting), the C 379 will produce approximately 300W into an 8 ohm loudspeaker. In this mode, the amplifier sections will react as though the speaker impedance has been halved. Low impedance speakers (under 8 ohms) are not recommended when using Bridge Mode as these may cause the amplifier’s thermal cut-out to operate if played at high levels. · Set the BRIDGE MODE switch to ON (MONO) position and connect the speaker to the terminals marked “L +” and “R-” ensuring that the “L+” is connected to the “+” terminal of your speaker and “R-” is connected to the speaker’s ” – ” terminal. · Connect the source to the Left input sockets only. Do not connect anything to the Right Input socket when Bridge Mode is selected. · Set BRIDGE MODE switch to OFF (STEREO) for normal stereo mode operation.
8 HDMI eARC · Connect to TV that supports HDMI Control (CEC) and Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) functions. HDMI CEC or eARC functions are possible if external devices that also support these features are interconnected with C 379 via HDMI connection. · Use HDMI cable to connect HDMI eARC to corresponding HDMI eARC port of TV. Use HDMI cable that has Ultra High Speed HDMI Certification Label to enjoy support for larger bandwidth and high bitrate format. · With eARC connection established, C 379 will output audio signal from TV.
IMPORTANT · Ensure that the audio setting/format of eARC-connected devices to
C 379 is set to PCM only. · Only audio output signal from TV is supported by HDMI eARC port. · There is no video output at HDMI eARC port of C 379.
9 OPTICAL IN 1-2/COAXIAL IN 1-2 · Connect to corresponding optical and coaxial digital output of sources such as CD or BD/DVD players, digital cable box, digital tuners and other applicable components.

10 PHONO IN · Input for a Moving Magnet (MM) phono cartridge only. Connect the twin RCA-to-RCA lead from your turntable to this input if you are using a Moving Magnet cartridge. · If your turntable includes a ground/earth lead, it can be connected to the Ground Terminal (refer to item 18 below).
11 LINE 1-2 IN · Input for line level sources such as CD player, tuner or any compatible devices. Use a twin RCA-to-RCA lead to connect the source device’s left and right “Audio Output” to these line input ports.
12 PRE-OUT · Use dual RCA-to-RCA cable to connect PRE-OUT to corresponding analog audio input of compatible devices such as amplifiers, receivers or other applicable devices. This makes it possible to use C 379 as a pre- amplifier to such devices.
13 SUB-OUT 1, 2 · Connect SUB-OUT 1 and/or 2 to low level input of corresponding powered subwoofer. · Anything below your crossover setting (accessible via BluOS Controller App with optional MDC2 BluOS D installed) will be sent out via SUB OUT. Default crossover setting is 80Hz.
14 SPEAKERS · The C 379 has two sets of SPEAKER connections that are identical in function (parallel connection). · Connect C 379’s Right speaker terminals marked “R +” and “R-” to the corresponding “+” and “-” terminals of your designated right speaker. Repeat the same for C 379’s Left speaker terminals and corresponding left speaker. · Double check the speaker connections before powering up the C 379.
IMPORTANT NOTES · The blue terminals must never be connected to ground (earth). · Never connect the blue terminals together or to any common ground
device. · Do not connect the output of this amplifier to any headphone adapter,
speaker switch or any device that uses common ground for left and right channels.
15 POWER · Supplies the AC mains power to C 379. · When the POWER switch is set to ON position, the C 379 goes to standby mode as shown by the amber status condition of the front panel Power indicator. · Press the front panel Standby button or SR 10’s remote control’s [ON] button to switch ON the C 379 from standby mode. · If you do not intend to use the C 379 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 SR 10 remote control’s [ON] button can activate the C 379.
16 AC MAINS INPUT · The C 379 comes supplied with two separate mains power cords. Select the mains power cord appropriate for your region. · Before connecting the plug to the mains power outlet, ensure that it is firmly connected to the C 379’s AC Mains input socket. · Always disconnect the mains power plug from the mains power outlet before disconnecting the cable from the C 379’s AC Mains input socket.

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17 FUSE HOLDER · Only qualified NAD service technicians can have access to this fuse holder. Opening this fuse holder may cause damage thus voiding the warranty of your C 379.
18 GROUND TERMINAL · Ensure that the C 379 is plugged-in to a grounded AC wall outlet. · If necessary, use this ground terminal to connect to ground a phono or turntable source for PHONO input. · If a separate earth ground is necessary, use this terminal to ground your C 379. The C 379 can be connected to ground by connecting a ground lead wire or similar to this terminal. After insertion, tighten the terminal to secure the lead.

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REAR PANEL

MDC2 UPGRADE SLOTS C 379 supports NAD’s MDC2 architecture. By enabling two-way communications between the module and component, MDC2 opens up the future for new upgrades.
MDC2 BLUOS-D The optional MDC2 BluOS-D module lets listeners play music from their favourite streaming services through the C 379. MDC2 BluOS-D is equipped with Wi-Fi and Ethernet and uses the acclaimed BluOS Controller app for Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows.
Like all BluOS-enabled products, the MDC2 BluOS-D has integrated support for dozens of streaming services and supports Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect. Two-way communications also enable the MDC2 BluOS-D to stream music from sources connected to the C 379 to BluOS-enabled components in other rooms.
The MDC2 BluOS-D comes with Dirac Live® Limited Bandwidth (20Hz ­ 500Hz) installed with the option for advanced users to upgrade to the Dirac Live Full Frequency version. Dirac Live function lets you measure your room’s acoustics using a supplied microphone and intuitive app, and then upload correction curves to the MDC2 BluOS-D. By compensating for acoustic anomalies in your listening environment, Dirac Live dramatically improves bass clarity, imaging, and timbral accuracy.
Thanks to its two-way architecture, the MDC2 BluOS-D performs room correction for all sources connected to your C 379. For Dirac Live Setup guidelines, go to support.nadelectronics.com and search for “Dirac Setup”.

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IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS
SR 10 REMOTE CONTROL

The SR 10 remote control handset handles the key functions of the C 379. It can also control up to

4 devices. SR 10 will operate up to a distance of 23ft (7m). Two AA batteries should be fitted in the

battery compartment at the rear of the remote control handset. Ensure that the batteries are correctly

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· SR 10 function buttons not discussed, designated or highlighted indicate they are not applicable or

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· The LED indicator between ON and OFF buttons will flash blue whenever a control button is pressed.

Select AMP from the DEVICE SELECTOR buttons to initiate the following C 379 remote control commands.
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1 ON/OFF: The SR 10 remote has separate ON and OFF buttons. Press ON to switch C 379 from Standby to operating mode. Press OFF to switch to Standby mode.

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2 DEVICE SELECTOR: A Device Selector button determines only what component the SR 10 will

command; it does not perform any function on the C 379. Press desired Device Selector button

for the applicable buttons to be directed to a “page” of commands relevant to the selected device.

Upon selecting a Device, you can now press the corresponding SR 10 control buttons applicable

for the selected Device.

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3 MUTE: Press MUTE button to temporarily switch OFF sound to the speakers and headphones.

MUTE mode is indicated by “Mute” shown in the front panel display. Press MUTE again to restore

sound. Adjusting the volume level via the SR 10 or the front panel volume knob will automatically

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release the mute function.

4 VOL [D/F]: Press [D/F] button to increase or decrease volume level. Release the button when the desired level is reached.

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5 SOURCE [D/F]: Toggle through Source input selections. If the optional MDC2 BluOS D module is

installed, the Source selections will include Sources incorporated with the MDC2 BluOS D module.

6 SPK A, SPK B: The C 379 has two sets of SPEAKERS connections that are identical in function (parallel connection). Toggle either SPK A or SPK B to switch ON or OFF SPEAKERS output at the same time.

7 NAVIGATION AND ENTER BUTTONS: Use [d/f/a/s] to go up, down, left or right menu options or selections. Press ENTER to complete a selection, procedure, sequence or other applicable functions.

8 SOURCE INPUT SELECTOR: The numeric buttons allow for direct selection of Source input. Press corresponding number button to directly select Source.

1 Optical 1 2 Optical 2 3 Coaxial 1 4 Coaxial 2 5 Phono

6 Line 1 7 Line 2 8 HDMI eARC 9 Bluetooth

IMPORTANT NOTES There are 9 maximum Sources with discrete IR codes and they are mapped out to SR 10 remote control Source Input Selector buttons 1 ­ 9.
· If the optional MDC2 BluOS D module is installed, the chassis Bluetooth is disabled or becomes non-functional.
· With the optional MDC2 BluOS D installed, Source Input Selector “9” becomes assigned to “BluOS”.
· USB and Bluetooth Sources that are incorporated in the MDC2 BluOS D are accessible via the BluOS App.

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· Referring to below table, Optical 2 and Phono Sources were disabled under “MDC2 BluOS D Installed with some Sources disabled” column.
With Optical 2 and Phono Sources disabled, the Source Input Selector button allocations will shift to show only enabled Sources. Coaxial 1 will now move up or be assigned to “2”, Coaxial 2 shifted to “3”, Line 1 to “4” and so on.
· It is your prerogative which Sources to disable with the expectation that the Source Input Selector buttons will be re-assigned accordingly.

SR 10 CONTROL BUTTON
(AMP MODE) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

CORRESPONDING SOURCE

C 379 Default Settings Optical 1

MDC2 BluOS D Installed
Optical 1

MDC2 BluOS D Installed with some Sources disabled
Optical 1

Optical 2

Optical 2

Coaxial 1

Coaxial 1

Coaxial 1

Coaxial 2

Coaxial 2

Coaxial 2

Line 1

Phono

Phono

Line 2

Line 1

Line 1

HDMI eARC

Line 2

Line 2

BluOS

HDMI eARC

HDMI eARC

Unassigned

Bluetooth

BluOS

Unassigned

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: Toggle to vary brightness level of the front panel display – brighter, normal or dimmer.

10 With optional MDC2 BluOS D installed and while at BluOS Source, select u: Toggle to start or pause playback 9 : Skip back to the beginning of current song : : Skip forward to the next song

NOTE Applicable only if optional MDC2 BluOS D is installed.

CD PLAYER CONTROL (applicable to most NAD CD Players): Select CD among the DEVICE SELECTOR buttons to gain access to the following applicable control buttons. Check the owner’s manual of your applicable NAD CD Player for control button compatibility.

ON/OFF: Press ON to switch CD player from Standby to operating mode. Press OFF to switch to Standby mode.

SOURCE [D/F]: Press and hold to fast forward/reverse playback search

SPK A: Select CD as the active source SPK B: Select USB as the active source
: Select Optical as the active source MENU: Toggle to select desired SRC mode

NUMERIC BUTTONS (1-9, 0): Use the numeric buttons to directly key-in and select track number of desired song

D/F: Select through folders A/S: Select through files ENTER: Select desired folder or file

INFO: Show playback time and other display information : Reduce, turn off or restore display brightness

k: Open/close disc tray u: Start or pause playback j: Pause playback temporarily 9: Skip back to the beginning of current song 0: Skip forward to the next song g: Stop playback

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SR 10 REMOTE CONTROL
AUX PLAYER CONTROL (applicable to most NAD Tuners): Select AUX among the DEVICE SELECTOR buttons to gain access to the following applicable control buttons. The AUX device is defaulted to NAD Tuner device remote control codes. SOURCE [D/F]: Step up or down between AM or FM frequencies D/F: Step up or down between stored radio presets A/S: Step up or down between AM or FM frequencies ENTER: In AM/FM mode, toggle to select Preset or Tune mode. In DAB mode, press and hold to check signal strength. NUMERIC BUTTONS (1-9, 0): Use the numeric buttons to directly key-in frequency number of desired AM or FM station INFO: Toggle to display supplied information about the current radio station and applicable media being played. Some radio stations may not support any display information. u: Toggle to select AM, FM, DAB or XM band (if applicable) 9/ : : Step up or down between stored radio presets
BluOS PLAYBACK CONTROLS (applicable to NAD products with installed MDC BluOS or MDC2 BluOS D module) Select BLS among the DEVICE SELECTOR buttons to use the following control buttons for BluOS playback. IMPORTANT
Ensure that your applicable NAD product is set to BluOS source. u: Toggle to start or pause playback 9: Skip back to the beginning of current song : : Skip forward to the next song
USING THE SR 10 REMOTE CONTROL LIBRARY The SR 10 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, BluOS player or Tuner, follow the procedure below to change the library code. Refer also to the table below for a list of applicable NAD Library Codes with their corresponding NAD models. LOAD ANOTHER LIBRARY CODE Example: Load NAD DVD Player T 517 library codes to SR 10’s AUX device. 1 Press and hold AUX in the DEVICE SELECTOR section of SR 10. 2 While holding down the device button AUX, press 2 and 2 using SR 10’s numeric buttons. 22 is the
corresponding library code for T 517. 3 Press ENTER while still holding down AUX device button. The AUX device selector will flash once
to indicate that the library input is successful. Both AUX device selector and ENTER buttons can now be released.
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SR 10 REMOTE CONTROL

TABLE OF LIBRARY CODES APPLICABLE TO SR 10 REMOTE CONTROL

LIBRARY CODE 10 11 12 20 21 22 23 30 31
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41 42 50

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Default library for”AMP”page Zone 2 Default library for”AMP”page without discrete ON/OFF (toggle ON/OFF) buttons Default library for”CD”page; C 515BEE, C 545BEE, C 565BEE T 535, T 585, M55, DVD section of L 54, VISO TWO, VISO FIVE T 513, T 514, T 515, T 517 T587 Default library for”BLS”page IPD 2 Default library for”AUX”page. Loaded with Tuner default codes. Applicable also to Tuner section of C 725BEE, T 175, T 737,T 747, T 755, T 765, T 775, T 785 C 422, C 425 C 445 DAC

IMPORTANT The SR 10 may not necessarily contain all the control buttons applicable for the above-mentioned NAD products. Use the prescribed remote control of the specific NAD product for a full complement of applicable remote control buttons.
RESET SR 10 TO ITS FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS The SR 10 remote control can be restored to its factory default settings (including default libraries) by the following procedures. 1 Press and hold ON and buttons. 2 As soon as AMP device button lights up, release hold of both ON and buttons. 3 If the CD device button flashes twice, the SR 10 factory reset is completed.

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Press front panel [f] button once for the Main Menu options to appear in the display. Use front panel a or s button to select through the Main Menu options ­ Settings, Source Setup and System Info.
NAVIGATING THE MENU OPTIONS AND MAKING CHANGES Navigate through the menu options using the front panel buttons or corresponding SR 10 buttons. 1 Press [f] to select a menu item. 2 Repeatedly press [a/s] to scroll through menu choices, options or
selections. 3 Press [d] or [ENTER] to select or save current selection or option and at
the same time exit or return to the previous menu.
NOTE Menu option will remain displayed and will only turn off or default to current Source after 1 minute of non-user interface.
SETTINGS

Tone control allows the boosting or reduction of particular audio frequencies. The tone control levels, Bass and Treble, can be turned on or off.
· On: Tone control levels are active. At Tone Controls On, Bass and Treble control levels are available for configuration.
· Off: Tone controls levels are bypassed. At Tone Controls Off, Bass and Treble control levels become unavailable or turned off from the Settings menu.
BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE
Bass and Treble controls only affect the low bass and high treble leaving the critical midrange frequencies free of coloration. · Use [a/s] to boost or cut Bass or Treble levels within ±7 dB range.

The “Settings” main menu allows the configuration of the following features: · Tone Control · Treble · Bass · Balance · Auto Standby · Bluetooth Mode · Network Standby · CEC Power · IR Channel · Brightness · Temporary Display · Speaker · Volume Display Mode · Volume Limits
NOTE If the optional MDC2 BluOS D module is installed, additional MDC2 BluOS D built-in features or options will become available in the Settings menu.

Balance control adjusts the relative levels of the left and right channels. · Press [s] to shift the balance to the right or [a] to shift the balance to
the left. Use [a/s] also to recover or even out the balance levels. · The center level setting provides equal level to the left and right
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AUTO STANDBY
Auto Standby feature is an integral feature of C 379 that conforms to European ecodesign regulations. The C 379 can be setup to automatically go to standby mode if there is no user interface interaction and no active source input within 15 minutes.
On: C 379 switches to standby mode at lowest power consumption (less than 0.5W) if there is no user interface interaction and no active source input within 15 minutes.
Off: C 379 remains at operating mode even if there is no user interface interaction and no active source within 15 minutes.
BLUETOOTH MODE Bluetooth Mode defines the two roles of the C 379 as either a Bluetooth Sink or a Bluetooth Source.
Sink: Audio stream is received from a Source on the same Bluetooth network environment. Source: Audio is streamed or sent to another device (Sink) on the same Bluetooth network environment.
IMPORTANT! 1 Bluetooth Mode option is not available if the optional MDC2 BluOS-D is
installed. 2 With no MDC2 BluOS-D installed and “Auto Sense” setting of Bluetooth
source set to “On”, C 379 will go to Network Standby mode under the following condition. · With a Bluetooth device connected or disconnected, C 379 will go to
Network Standby mode if there is no user interface interaction and no active source input within 15 minutes.
C 379 will wake up from Network Standby mode by pressing front panel Standby button or “OFF” button of SR 10 remote control or playback of Bluetooth connected device.

2 Using your iOS or Android device, go to Settings ­ Bluetooth and then scan for Bluetooth devices. Select the unique device ID (example, C379BT) of your C 379 as listed or selectable in the device list of your Bluetooth settings. Pair or connect your C 379 and the Bluetooth device.
3 Upon successful pairing of your Bluetooth device and the C 379, front panel display will show the connected Bluetooth device ID (J’s S21 in this example).
C 379 AS BLUETOOTH SOURCE
Set “Bluetooth Mode” to “Source”. Ensure that the supplied Bluetooth antenna is connected to the BT antenna terminal at the rear panel. 1 While at Bluetooth Source Mode, press ENTER to select “Source Setup”.
2 “Disconnected” will appear in the display. Press ENTER to initiate inquiry (INQUIRE). The unit searches for available Bluetooth devices within the same Bluetooth network environment.

C 379 AS BLUETOOTH SINK

Set “Bluetooth Mode” to “Sink”. Initiate pairing of your Bluetooth device with C 379 by following below procedure. 1 Ensure that the supplied Bluetooth antenna is connected to the BT
antenna terminal at the rear panel.

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3 Toggle a/s to select through available Bluetooth sources. Press to connect and select preferred Bluetooth Source.
If you would like to disconnect from current Bluetooth device, press ENTER to select DISCONNECT. Repeat steps 2 to 3 again to select and connect to another Bluetooth device.
4 Having settled on a Bluetooth Source device, toggle a SOURCE s to select the source media you would like streamed to the connected Bluetooth device. For example, if you want to stream audio from OPTICAL 1, select OPTICAL 1 as the active source. Note the Headphone and Bluetooth icons in the front panel display as indication that you are at Bluetooth Source Mode.

CEC Power Off: C 379 cannot be powered up or sent to standby mode by a CEC- enabled device. CEC Power On: CEC-enabled device can power ON/OFF the C 379.
HDMI ENHANCED AUDIO RETURN CHANNEL (eARC) Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) is an advancement over the previous Audio Return Channel (ARC). eARC simplifies connectivity and provides greater ease of use for multiple components discovery and audio optimization.
eARC enables the audio to a TV that originates from cable, satellite, streaming or source devices to be sent to C 379 through a single HDMI cable. This ensures the simplicity of connectivity and that the original audio can be experienced. HDMI eARC works with HDMI High Speed Cables with Ethernet and the new Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable.
eARC is the default mode for C 379 and will fallback to ARC if no eARC connection happens.
IMPORTANT! · Ensure that the audio setting/format of eARC-connected devices to
C 379 is set to PCM only. · Only audio output signal from a connected TV is supported by C 379’s
HDMI eARC port.
IR CHANNEL

NETWORK STANDBY
Network Standby mode maintains network connection at standby mode with reduced system performance level.
On: Network connection is maintained at standby mode. Off: Network connection is disconnected at standby mode. Power consumption at Network Standby mode is <2W. CEC POWER
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-configure itself to respond to the command.

The C 379 has the capability to operate via Alternate IR channel. This is useful if you have two NAD products that can be operated by similar remote control commands. With alternate IR Channel, two different NAD products can be controlled independently in the same zone by setting each one to a different IR channel.
IR Channel Assignment C 379 and SR 10 remote control must be set to the same channel.
To change the IR Channel on the C 379 While at IR Channel menu, use [a/s] to select through Channel 0 to Channel 7. Stop at the preferred IR Channel setting and press [d] to complete the selection. C 379 IR Channel is defaulted to Channel 0.
To change the IR Channel on the SR 10 remote control · Include a channel number before the library code. For SR 10, library
code “10” is the default library table for “AMP” device. To select this “AMP” library table for Channel 0, retain the library code “10” (or “010”). · If you want to load the “AMP” library table on “Channel 1” prefix the library code with “1” to indicate association with “Channel 1”. Load then the “AMP” library table using the code “110”. Repeat the same for MP (130) and TUNER (140).
SAMPLE SETUP OF TWO NAD PRODUCTS ON THE SAME ZONE C 379 and T 758 are both defaulted to Channel 0. If [OFF] button is pressed on the SR 10 remote control (or AVR 5 remote control for the T 758), both products will go to standby mode. Press [ON] and both products will power up from standby mode.
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defaulted to “Channel 0”. As for C 379, we will assign it to “Channel 1”; the same applies to SR 10. Set C 379 and SR 10 to “Channel 1” via the following procedure. C 379 While at “IR Channel” menu, use the [a/s] to go to “Channel 1” setting. Press [d] to select “Channel 1”. SR 10 · Press and hold [AMP] in the DEVICE SELECTOR section of the SR 10. · While holding down the device button [AMP], press “1”, “1” and “0” using
SR 10’s numeric buttons. · Press [ENTER] while still holding down the device button [AMP]. The AMP
device selector will flash once to indicate that the library input is successful. With both C 379 and SR 10 set to “Channel 1”, the C 379 can now be remotely controlled independent of the T 758. NOTE
Performing Factory Reset for C 379 or SR 10 will restore their respective IR channel setting to “Channel 0”. BRIGHTNESS
BRIGHTNESS function makes it possible to adjust the brightness level of the front panel display.
Normal: Display brightness level is normal. Bright: Display is at its brightest level or above normal brightness level. Dim: Display is dimmed or below normal brightness level. TEMPORARY DISPLAY
Temporary Display feature enables the display to be turned off temporarily after 30 seconds of non-user interface.
On: Display is turned off temporarily after 30 seconds of non- user interface. The Power Indicator LED is also turned off at the same time. Display and Power Indicator LED are activated once user interface is initiated. Off: Display remains illuminated. SPEAKER
Select “On” to enable speakers or “Off” to disable speakers.

VOLUME DISPLAY MODE
Volume Display Mode gives the user two options on how to display Volume level. Use a or s to select between “Decibel” and “Percent” volume display mode. VOLUME LIMITS
Volume limit allows the setting up of the upper and lower limit of the volume control level. Modifying the upper or lower volume limits allows more fidelity when adjusting the volume level. ADJUSTING VOLUME LIMITS While at VOLUME LIMITS menu, toggle ENTER to switch between Minimum and Maximum Volume Limit options.
Minimum Volume Limit Toggle or press and hold either navigation buttons a or s to adjust or set up the Minimum Volume Limit between -80 dB and -30 dB. Maximum Volume Limit Toggle or press and hold either navigation buttons a or s to adjust or set up the Maximum Volume Limit between 12 dB and -50 dB. NOTES C 379 maintains a minimum span width of 40 dB between Maximum and Minimum Volume limits. For example, a maximum volume limit configuration of – 10 dB limits the range of the minimum volume limit adjustment from -80 dB to -40dB. Conversely, a minimum volume limit configuration of -62 dB limits the range of the maximum volume limit adjustment from 12 dB to -32 dB. SOURCE SETUP
Source Setup has the following menu items: · Enable Source · Name · Volume Control · Auto Sense · Analog Bypass · Analog Gain At Source Setup menu, select the particular Source you want to configure.
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One can enable/disable a Source via this option. This is particularly useful if only few Sources are used thereby bypassing unused sources.
On: Enable selected Source. Off: Disable selected Source.
NAME

Volume control can be set to either Variable or Fixed level.
Variable: Volume level is adjusted using the volume knob or SR 10’s [VOLD/F] buttons.
Fixed: Output level is fixed and the C 379’s Volume Control is bypassed. This feature is sometimes referred to as “Cinema Bypass” because it allows the C 379 to be used for the front channels of a surround sound system by relegating the volume control function to the surround processor.

A new Name maybe assigned to a Source label. For example, if your Streaming device (e.g., NODE) is attached to “Optical 1”, it is possible to rename “Optical 1″to “NODE”.
In order to rename the Source label, select “Name” parameter. 1 While at the selected Source, for example “Optical 1”, press ENTER to
select “EDIT”. 2 Use [f/d] to pick through the alphanumeric selections. 3 Press [s] 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 fourteen characters. 4 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each character in sequence. 5 Complete the renaming process by pressing [ENTER button again to save the new source’s input name. The new Name will be shown in the display.

At Fixed volume level setting, front panel display will show “xx.x dB Fixed” as the volume control is adjusted.
HOW TO NAVIGATE VOLUME CONTROL LEVEL SETTING A While at “Volume Control” menu, press [f].
B Use front panel [a/s] or SR 10’s [A/S] buttons to toggle between “Variable” and “Fixed” level options.
1 While at “Variable” option, use front panel [d] or SR 10’s [D] button to select “Variable” level and return to “Source Setup” menu selections.

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2 While at “Fixed” option, use front panel [d] or SR 10’s [D] button to select “Fixed” level and return to “Source Setup” menu selections.

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a With “Fixed” level selected and back to “Source Setup” menu selections, use front panel [a/s] or SR 10’s [A/S] buttons to go “Fixed Volume” option. “Fixed Volume” manifests among “Source Setup”options only if”Fixed”is the selected”Volume Control”level.

All analog signals remain in the analog domain without analog-to-digital conversions.
On: DSP circuitry is bypassed but full tone control functions remain. Off: Analog bypass feature is turned off.
NOTE Analog Bypass is applicable only for Phono, Line 1 and Line 2 sources.
ANALOG GAIN

b Use [f] button to go to Fixed Volume level setting.

c Use front panel [a/s] or SR 10’s [A/S] buttons to set preferred dB level setting. Then, use front panel [d] or SR 10’s [D] button to save dB level selection and exit Fixed Volume setup mode.

AUTO SENSE

· Use front panel [a/s] or SR 10’s [A/S] buttons to set preferred Analog Gain level.
NOTE Analog Gain is applicable only for Phono, Line 1 and Line 2 sources.
SYSTEM INFO

Auto Sense can be setup for each Source. Auto Sense feature enables the designated Source to wake up from standby mode when an active source is detected from the particular Source’s input.
On: Unit wakes up to the designated Source from standby mode when an active source is detected from the particular Source’s input. Off: Unit does not wake up to the designated Source from standby mode even if it is triggered by an active source.
NOTES · Auto Sense option is not available for Phono and BluOS (if installed)
sources. · Auto Standby must be set to ON for Auto Sense to work.

“System Info” displays information about current MCU, LCD and FPGA firmware versions.
Use [a/s] to toggle through the corresponding information.

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If the optional MDC2 BluOS D is installed, the BluOS firmware version, IP Address, MAC Address (Ethernet) and MAC Address (Wi-Fi) information are also shown.
UPGRADE AVAILABLE
With the optional MDC2 BluOS D installed and C 379 connected to internet, “Upgrade Available” will be shown if a software upgrade is available. If “Upgrade Available” is shown, use [f] to go to BluOS upgrade menu. Press [ENTER] to initiate upgrade mode. Internet software upgrade will proceed automatically.
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REFERENCE
SPECIFICATIONS

All specs are measured according to IHF 202 CEA 490-AR-2008 standard. THD is measured using AP AUX 0025 passive filter and AES 17 active filter.

PREAMPLIFIER SECTION LINE IN, PRE-OUT (Analog bypass on) THD (20 Hz ­ 20 kHz) Signal-to-Noise Ratio Channel separation
Input impedance (R and C) Maximum input signal Output impedance Input sensitivity Frequency response Maximum voltage output -IHF load PHONO IN, PRE- OUT (Analog bypass on) THD (20 Hz ­ 20 kHz) Signal-to-Noise Ratio Input Impedance (R and C) Input sensitivity Frequency response* Maximum input signal at 1kHz LINE IN, HEADPHONE OUT (Analog bypass on) THD (20 Hz ­ 20 kHz) Signal- to-Noise Ratio Frequency response Channel separation Output impedance

<0.002 % at 2 V out >106 dB (IHF; A-weighted, ref. 500 mV out, unity gain)

100 dB (1 kHz) >90 dB (10 kHz) 56.2 kohms + 100 pF >4.6 Vrms (ref. 0.1 % THD) Source Z + 320 ohms 257 mV (ref. 500 mV out, Volume maximum) ±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) >4.5 V (ref. 0.1 % THD)
<0.01 % at 2 V out >83 dB (200 ohms source; A-weighted, ref. 500 mV out) 46 kohms/100 pF 4.2 mV (ref. 500 mV out, Volume maximum) ±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) 80 mVrms (ref. 0.1 % THD)
<0.002 % at 1V out >101 dB (32 ohms loads; A-WTD, ref. 1V out, unity gain) ±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) >62 dB at 1kHz 2.2 ohms

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS LINE IN, SPEAKER OUT (Analog bypass on) Continuous output power into 8 ohms Continuous output power into 8 ohms, Bridge mode THD (20 Hz ­ 20 kHz) Signal-to-Noise Ratio Clipping power IHF dynamic power
Peak output current Damping factor Frequency response Channel separation
Input sensitivity (for 80 W in 8 ohms) Supports bit rate/sample rate Frequency band Maximum transmit power (dBm) Standby power Network standby power DIMENSION AND WEIGHT Unit gross dimensions (W x H x D) **
Net weight Shipping weight

80W (ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz at rated THD, both channels driven) >300W <0.03% (250 mW to 120 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms) >85 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, ref. 1 W out in 8 ohms) >110W (at 1 kHz 0.1 % THD) 8 ohms: 140 W 4 ohms: 250W 2 ohms: 260W

20A (in 1 ohm, 1 ms) >300 (ref. 8 ohms, 20Hz to 6.5kHz) ±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) >75dB (1 kHz) >70dB (10 kHz) Line In: 440 mV up to 24 bit/192 kHz 2.402G- 2.480G 7 dBm ± 2 dBm <0.5W <2W
435 x 100 x 410 mm 17 1/4 x 4 x 16 3/16 inches 9.04 kg 10.88 kg

• The RIAA response is consistent with a pre-emphasis that is rolled off at 50 kHz by a second order filter, such as used in Neumann cutting lathes. ** Gross dimension includes feet, volume knob, installed antenna at right angle 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 C 379.

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C 379-OM-EN-10 – SEPT 2024

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