NAD CI 8-120 DSP Owner's Manual

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Multi-Channel Amplifier
© NAD CI 8-120 DSP
Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 CI 8-120 DSP ® Multi-Channel Amplifier © NAD CI 8-120 DSP Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read • Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or before the product is operated. when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the •...
  • Page 3 An appliance with a protective earth terminal should be connected to a mains outlet with a protective earth connection. IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN. NAD is a trademark of NAD Electronics International, a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited Copyright 2019, NAD Electronics International, a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited...
  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Quick Setup Guide QUICK START Refer to the supplied CI 8-120 Quick Setup Guide for basic instructions in setting up your new NAD CI 8-120. The following important notes must also be observed when setting up your CI 8-120. IMPORTANT SETUP NOTES •...
  • Page 5: Identification Of Controls

    IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS © NAD CI 8-120 DSP © NAD CI 8-120 DSP 9 10 11 ATTENTION! Please ensure that the CI 8-120 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.
  • Page 6: Line Input

    “2+” connected to the external speaker’s “-” terminal (This is NOTES • NAD is not responsible for any malfunction of the CI 8-120 and/or the sample BRIDGE mode connection for SPEAKERS 1 and 2. The same BRIDGE mode connection configuration applies for the rest of the...
  • Page 7: Fuse Holder

    IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS 10 FUSE HOLDER • In the unlikely event a fuse needs to be replaced, unplug the AC power cord from the mains power outlet. Then, remove all connections from the amplifier. Use a flathead screwdriver or similar to open the fuse holder via the slot located at the top edge of the fuse holder.
  • Page 8: Operation

    3 Use any network IP scanner to find your CI 8-120's Network ID (listed as This is particularly useful in identifying your CI 8-120 if it is stacked in a the product name (NAD CI 8-120 DSP) immediately followed by the last rack among other devices.
  • Page 9: Input Setup

    OPERATION INPUT SETUP NETWORK ID DHCP DHCP setting controls IP Address allocation. • DHCP On: Current IP Address is displayed. Your router dynamically assigns the IP address but may change each time CI 8-120 is powered • DHCP Off: Static IP address can be manually assigned. Perform a network scan to identify unused IP address within the range of your router.
  • Page 10: Output Setup

    OPERATION OUTPUT SETUP NAME • The factory default names of the eight OUTPUT channels are Output 1 up to Output 8. Each OUTPUT channel can be renamed by directly typing over the specific OUTPUT. For example, type over “OUTPUT 1” with the desired name or label like “Living Room”.
  • Page 11: Test Signal

    OPERATION PRESET EDITING TEST SIGNAL DUPLICATE/FROM/TO • Select ON for the test signal to be active for the selected channel. Turn • Select FROM drop down tab the Preset number you will copy TO off test signal by selecting OFF. another Preset number.
  • Page 12: Power Settings

    OPERATION FREQ (HZ) POWER BUTTON • Grab the pointer of the “Hz” knob icon and rotate to set the frequency • This is the default setting. CI 8-120 is powered up and powered down level where the filter will be enabled. The frequency range available by pressing front panel POWER button.
  • Page 13 OPERATION STANDBY MODES STANDBY MODE CONDITION RESULT Standby Mode 1 Method A (Power Button) • ECO mode : ON • Unit will immediately go to standby mode after the switch to Power • Power mode: Switch from other Power Mode (Always ON, 12V Trigger, Button mode.
  • Page 14 OPERATION DIAGNOSTICS ACTIONS INTERNAL TEMPERATURE CHECK FOR UPDATES • • Measurement reading of internal temperature is displayed. Unit of Select “Check for Updates” to check for any new firmware update. If temperature can be displayed in either Celsius or Fahrenheit. new firmware details are shown, continue on with the upgrade prompt instructions to complete the upgrade process.
  • Page 15: General Specifications

    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. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS LINE INPUT, SPEAKER OUT Continuous output power into 8 ohms >120 W (all channels driven) >130 W (two channels driven) Continuous output power into 4 ohms >135 W (all channels driven)
  • Page 16 SPECIFICATIONS POWER CONSUMPTION AND HEAT OUTPUT 230 V/50 HZ 120 V/60 HZ CONDITION POWER CONSUMPTION (W) HEAT OUTPUT (BTU/HR) POWER CONSUMPTION (W) HEAT OUTPUT (BTU/HR) Eco Mode Standby Power at 8 ohms Network Standby Power at 8 ohms Idle power at 8 ohms 1/8 rated power 1/3 rated power 1416...
  • Page 18 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.

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