Introductio n Naim Audio products are conceived with performance as the top priority. Careful Note: Please read installation will help ensure that their full potential is achieved. This manual covers all the Statutory Safety non-streaming preamplifiers. It begins with some general installation notes. Product Warnings found at the specific information begins in Section 4.
Please read them carefully. quality. A radio frequency filter kit is available for some Naim equipment but sound quality will be progressively compromised 3.1 Si t i ng T h e Equ i p m e nt as more elements of the kit are fitted.
The four transit screws on the underside of the NAC 552 case should be removed before use and must be replaced if the unit is to be re-packed and shipped. These transit screws must not be used in any other Naim product. Do not invert the NAC 552 once the transit screws are removed.
4.6 Aux iliar y Power O utput At times when the NAC 552 record outputs are not required The NAC 552 Input 7 socket is intended for use with a Naim it is good practice to mute them in order to minimise power Audio StageLine or SuperLine phono stage and incorporates an consumption and maximise sound quality.
Auxiliary Power Outputs: For Naim phono stage Power Supply: NAC 552PS Dimensions (H x W x D): Both 87 x 432 x 314mm Weight: NAC 552 - 12.9kg NAC 552PS - 13.9kg Mains Supply (NAC 552PS): 100V, 115V or 230V, 50/60Hz...
DIN sockets. The lower, alternative, socket, fitted at manufacture with a removable cover, is intended for use with a Naim Audio StageLine or SuperLine phono stage and incorporates an appropriate DC power supply. The primary and alternative sockets must not be used simultaneously.
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The RS232 interface is an optional upgrade. It can be specified at time of order or fitted retrospectively. Contact your (out) local distributor or Naim Audio directly for further information. (out) 8. 2 N AC 2 5 2 Conne cte d to Sup e rCa p...
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(all inputs all audio frequencies) Main Output Level: 0.775V, <50Ω Hdd Output Level: 75mV, 600Ω Auxiliary Power Outputs: For Naim phono stage. Power Supply: SuperCap Dimensions (H x W x D): Both 87 x 432 x 314mm Weight: NAC 252 - 7.0kg SuperCap - 11.6kg...
Naim power amplifier incorporating described in Section 14 a preamplifier power output, or with an appropriate Naim power supply. The NAC 282 is however supplied with a NAPSC power supply that provides power to its display and control circuits.
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Naim Audio StageLine or The NAC 152 XS has six DIN input sockets and five pairs of SuperLine phono stage and incorporates an appropriate DC RCA Phono sockets.
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DC power supply. The two sockets must not be used simultaneously. Note: The RS232 interface is an optional upgrade. It can be specified at time of order or fitted retrospectively. Contact your local representative or Naim Audio directly for further information.
Contact connecting and disconnecting cables is normal. your local representative or Naim Audio directly for further information. 11.3 NAC 152 XS Re ar Pane l So cke t s...
N AC 282 , N AC 2 0 2 & N AC 15 2 X S 1 2 NAC 28 2 , N AC 2 0 2 and NAC 152 XS Powe r Su p pl y Co nne cti ons 1 2 .1 NAC 2 82 Conne cte d to Hi - Ca p a n d N APSC to stereo power amplifier Note:...
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N AC 282 , N AC 2 0 2 & N AC 15 2 X S 1 2 . 3 NAC 2 02 Conn e cte d to Hi -Cap an d N APSC to stereo power amplifier mains input additional to mono or dual and fuse...
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N AC 282 , N AC 2 0 2 & N AC 15 2 X S 1 2 . 5 NAC 1 5 2 XS Co nne cte d to F lat Cap an d Hi- Cap to stereo power amplifier Note: Link plugs must only be inserted in the sockets from which they were removed...
0.775V, <50Ω Hdd Output Level: 75mV, 600Ω 75mV, 600Ω 130mV, 600Ω Auxiliary Power Outputs: For Naim phono stage. For Naim phono stage. For Naim phono stage. Power Supply Options: SuperCap, Hi-Cap, FlatCap, Power amp Dimensions (H x W x D):...
1 4 Prea mpl i f i er Oper at io n Many operational and control features of Naim preamplifiers are common to all and are based on a similar user interface. This section of the manual describes those features and the user interface, drawing attention to differences between products where they occur.
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Any subsequent handset or front panel alternative control characteristics. operation will temporarily restore the display. A second With the NAC 552, NAC 252, NAC 282 and NAC 202 a quick disp operation of the function will restore the display.
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1 4 .9 In ter face Fu nct i on But to ns an d Keys Preamplifier Program Auto Input AV Bypass Restore Mode Switching Defaults NAC 552 hold handset key (R-com) hold prog mute hold disp handset key(s) (NARCOM 4)
1 5 R- com Re mote Ha n dset The R-com remote handset is supplied with the NAC 552 and can be purchased as an accessory. It offers quick and intuitive control of the most often used functions of CD players, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers and tuners.
1 6 N ARCO M 4 Re mote Han dset The Narcom 4 remote handset is supplied with all preamplifiers. It is a multi-functional remote control handset designed to be used with Naim Audio CD players, integrated amplifiers, preamplifiers, and preset tuners.
D eclara t ion o f Co n fo r mi t y 1 7 D e c lar at io n of Co n fo r m it y Naim Audio declares that Naim Audio products are in conformance with: Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC...
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