GBNAD 317 STEREO AMPLIFIER
QUICK START. 4. AUX INPUT
Input for additional line level input signals such as
1. Connect the speakers to the rear Speaker termi-
nals and sources to the relevant rear input sockets.another CD player. Use a twin RCA-to-RCA lead to
connect the auxiliary unitOs left and right �Audio
2. Plug in the AC power cord.OutputsO to this input.
3. Press the POWER button to turn the NAD 317 on.
4. Press the required input selector.5. TAPE 1 IN, OUT
Connections for analogue recording and playback
NOTES ON INSTALLATION.to an audio tape recorder of any type. Using twin
RCA-to-RCA leads, connect to the left and right
Your NAD 317 should be placed on a firm, level�Audio OutputO of the tape machine to the TAPE 1 IN
surface. Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or
near sources of heat and damp. connectors for playback and tape monitoring.
Connect the left and right �Audio InputO of the tape
Allow adequate ventilation. Do not place the unit onmachine to the TAPE 1 OUT connectors for record-
a soft surface like a carpet. Do not place it in aning.
enclosed position such a bookcase or cabinet that
may impede the air-flow through the ventilation slots.
Switch the unit off before making any connections.6. TAPE 2 IN, OUT
The RCA connectors on your NAD 317 are colourConnections for analogue recording and playback
to a secondary audio tape recorder of any type. Using
coded for convenience. Red and white are Right and
Left audio respectively, and yellow for NAD-Link.twin RCA-to-RCA leads, connect to the left and right
�Audio OutputO of the tape machine to the TAPE 2 IN
The NAD 317 comes with RCA leads for basic con-connectors for playback and tape monitoring.
nections. Where additional leads are required, useConnect the left and right �Audio InputO of the tape
high quality leads and connectors for optimum perfor-
mance and reliability. Ensure that leads and connec-machine to the TAPE 2 OUT connectors for record-
ing.
tors are not damaged in any way and all connectors
are firmly pushed home.
For best performance, use quality speaker leads of7. PRE OUT, MAIN IN
16 gauge thickness or more.Connections to an external pre-amplifier, power
If the unit is not going to be used for some time,amplifier or processor, such as a surround-sound
disconnect the plug from the AC socket. decoder. In normal use these should be connected
together using the links supplied. To connect your
Should water get into your NAD 317, shut off the
power to the unit and remove the plug from the ACNAD 317 to external processor or amplifier sections
first remove these links. Use a twin RCA-to-RCA lead
socket. Have the unit inspected by a qualified serviceto connect to the left and right �Audio InputO of the
technician before attempting to use it again. Power amp or processor to the Pre Out connectors.
Do not remove the cover, there are no user-ser-
Connect the left and right �Audio OutputO of the Pre-
viceable parts inside. amp or processor to the Main In connectors.
Use a dry soft cloth to clean the unit. If necessary,
lightly dampened the cloth with soapy water. Do notNote: The Pre-Out output signal will be affected by
the NAD 317Os volume and tone control settings.
use solutions containing benzol or other volatile
agents.
8. NAD-LINK IN, OUT
The NAD-Link connector is used to pass com-
mands from the remote control handset to and from
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.other units fitted with NAD-Link connectors. This
allows centralised control of a complete system or
1. CD INPUT
Input for a CD or other line-level signal source. Usegives system control from more than one room. To
a twin RCA-to-RCA lead to connect the CD player leftfunction with other units, connect the NAD 317Os
NAD-Link OUT to the NAD-Link IN on the other unit.
and right �Audio OutputsO to this input. The NAD 317NAD-Link connectors can be daisy-chained, IN to
only accepts analogue signals from your CD player.
OUT, so that a whole system can be controlled from
the remote control facilities of one unit.
2. VIDEO INPUT
Input for the audio signal from a stereo VCR (orA single NAD-Link connection from a hi-fi system in
stereo TV/Satellite/Cable receiver) or other line-levela second room will allow remote control of Multi
audio source. Using twin RCA-to-RCA leads, connectRoom systems.
to the left and right �Audio OutO of the unit to these
inputs. Note: These are audio inputs only.9. SPEAKERS
Speaker terminals for speakers with an impedance
3. TUNER INPUTof 4 ohms or more.
Input for a Tuner or other line-level signal source.Connect the right speaker to the terminals marked
Use a twin RCA-to-RCA lead to connect the Tuner�R +O and �R-O ensuring that the �R+O is connected to
left and right �Audio OutputsO to this input.the �+O terminal on your loudspeaker and the �R-O is
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