NAD T765 HD Owner's Manual

NAD T765 HD Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 T 765 ® AV Surround Sound Receiver Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER read before the product is operated. This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’ s attention to Section 820-40 of 2. Retain instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that retained for future reference.
  • Page 3 NAD is a trademark of NAD Electronics International, a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited Copyright 2009, NAD Electronics International, a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

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  • Page 5: Introduction

    Packed with your T 765 is the NAD HTR 3 remote control, a full-system remote especially designed for easy use and understanding. Be sure to read Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music and DTS Neo: 6 Music modes can also create the section “Using the HTR 3 Remote Control”, to familiarize yourself with...
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Suffice it to say that these two questions will influence your system’s ultimate performance every bit as powerfully as your selection of electronics and speakers. Your NAD audio specialist dealer will be happy to advise you and to recommend reference materials.
  • Page 7: Dealing With Hum And Noise

    INTRODUCTION GETTING STARTED DEALING WITH HUM AND NOISE Hum and noise may sometimes prove a challenge in complex, multi-channel audio systems. Note these considerations to help prevent hum and noise problems: • Power all your system's audio component from AC outlets originating from the same circuit of your house wiring.
  • Page 8: Identification Of Controls

    IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS FRONT PANEL 1 STANDBY BUTTON : Press this button or the HTR 3 remote’s [ON] 4 AM/FM/DB : Toggle this button to select either AM, FM, DAB (230V button to switch ON the T 765. The Standby LED indicator will turn from version only) or XM (120V version only) tuner functions.
  • Page 9 IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS FRONT PANEL 10 VOLUME : Use this control to adjust the volume level of the main 17 PHONES : Accepts stereo headphone using a standard 1/4-inch stereo speakers. The default volume level is -20dB. The VOLUME knob is also phone plug (use a suitable adapter for headphones equipped with a used to increment / decrement other adjustable parameters like Tone smaller plug).
  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    4 MP DOCK: The T 765 is equipped with a data port in the rear panel HDTV satellite/cable box. Connect the HDMI Monitor OUT to a HDTV or where an optional NAD IPD (NAD IPD Dock for iPod), NAD IPD 2 and projector with HDMI input.
  • Page 11 OUT when Source 3 (AUDIO 3 IN/VIDEO 3 IN/S VIDEO 3 IN) is selected. output port into this socket. The T 765 is compatible only with NAD Likewise, there will be no output at AUDIO 4 OUT/ VIDEO 4 OUT/S- DAB Adaptor DB 1 so check with your NAD dealer for this module’s...
  • Page 12 With the POWER switch at the rear panel set to ON position, this outlet is powered ON or OFF by All NAD products with IR IN/IR OUT features are fully compatible with the front panel STANDBY switch or by the HTR 3’s ON/OFF buttons.
  • Page 13: Operation

    OPERATION USING THE T 765 – MAIN MENU ABOUT THE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) The T 765 receiver 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 either or ENTER buttons of the HTR 3 remote control or front panel to display the T 765’s Main...
  • Page 14 - 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.
  • Page 15: Adjusting Listening Modes

    OPERATION USING THE T 765 – MAIN MENU ADjUSTING LISTENING MODES Several of the T 765’s listening modes have one or more selectable variations and adjustable parameters that you can modify to suit you system or personal preferences. At Listening Mode menu, use a combination of ENTER and keys to navigate and effect desired settings.
  • Page 16: Zone Controls

    OPERATION USING THE T 765 – MAIN MENU ZONE CONTROLS 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. 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 –...
  • Page 17: Using The T 765 - Setup Menu

    OPERATION USING THE T 765 – SETUP MENU SETUP MENU The Setup Menu allows one to customize the operation of the T 765 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 Start Guide, you will need to use the setup menu to configure the inputs of the T 765.
  • Page 18 OPERATION USING THE T 765 – SETUP MENU ANALOG AUDIO The T 765 has nine analog audio inputs including 7.1 input. These analog inputs - Audio 1, Audio 2, Audio 3, Audio 4, Audio 5, Audio 6, Audio Front, Audio MP and 7.1 Input can be variably assigned to each Source.
  • Page 19 OPERATION USING THE T 765 – SETUP MENU VIDEO FORMAT CONVERSION The T 765 is equipped with a Video Format Converter. This allows for a simplified video connection between the T 765 and your TV Monitor when using multiple video formats such as Composite (CVBS), S-Video, and Component (YUV). This format change is accomplished by encoding the analog video signal into a digital signal using a very high quality digital encoder to maintain the best possible picture quality.
  • Page 20: Source Setup (Table View)

    Auto Connect : Select ‘Yes’ to automatically enable and connect the iPod player docked in the linked NAD iPod docking station when Source 5 (the default iPod source allocation in the T 765) is selected. Select ‘No’ if you do not want for the iPod connection automatically connected.
  • Page 21: Speaker Configuration

    OPERATION USING THE T 765 – SETUP MENU MEASUREMENT IS THE FIRST STEP Connect the Audyssey microphone jack into the front panel’s MP/MIC input and the Audyssey Setup wizard will guide you through a simple step-by-step configuration. The sound at your main listening position is setup using the supplied Audyssey microphone. A special test tone is sent to each speaker and the data is memorized by the T 765.
  • Page 22 OPERATION USING THE T 765 – SETUP MENU Depending on the relationship between speakers, the possible selections for each speaker are as follows: Front L/R Center Surround L/R Back Subwoofer 1/2 LARGE LARGE SMALL LARGE LARGE SMALL SMALL LARGE LARGE SMALL LARGE SMALL LARGE ON or OFF SMALL SMALL LARGE...
  • Page 23: Speaker Levels

    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. Your NAD audio specialist may be able to help you with temporary use of a meter.
  • Page 24: Speaker Distance

    OPERATION USING THE T 765 – SETUP MENU SPEAKER DISTANCE Your system’s speaker distance settings are a subtle but important refinement of your setup. Informing the T 765 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).
  • Page 25: Zone Setup

    ‘Record Out’ setting is ideal for making recordings with a VCR or other similar devices. This setting is also used for multi-zone installations using passive ‘impedance matching’ volume controls. See your NAD dealer for specific information about integrating your NAD Receiver into a multi-room audio distribution system.
  • Page 26: Trigger Setup

    OPERATION USING THE T 765 – SETUP MENU TRIGGER SETUP The T 765 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.
  • Page 27 OPERATION USING THE T 765 – 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. Built on Dolby Digital, the multi-channel audio standard for DVD and HD broadcasts worldwide, Dolby Digital Plus was designed for the next-generation A/V receivers but remains fully compatible with all current A/V receivers.
  • Page 28: Dolby Setup

    OPERATION USING THE T 765 – SETUP MENU 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 –...
  • Page 29: Enhanced Stereo

    OPERATION USING THE T 765 – SETUP MENU 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 system and reproduced using the DTS-ES decoder, when played with a conventional DTS decoder, the back surround channel is automatically downmixed in the surround right and surround left channels of the surround system,...
  • Page 30: Display Setup

    Video Mode: Show the video resolution of the active input source. Details shown include the video resolution with frame rate, Deep Color bit rate and the luma and chroma components. For a better understanding of these video details, consult with your NAD Audio Specialist or your distributor’s technical department.
  • Page 31: A/V Presets

    OPERATION USING THE T 765 – SETUP MENU A/V PRESETS The T 765’s simple but powerfully flexible system of ‘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’...
  • Page 32: Using The T 765 - Am/Fm/Db/Ipod

    OPERATION USING THE T 765 – AM/FM/DB/iPod LISTENING TO AM/FM RADIO TUNING STATIONS The T 765’s internal AM/FM tuner offers very high quality sound from radio 1 Press TUNE on the front panel momentarily to step up or down broadcasts. The reception and sound quality will always be dependent to a between AM or FM frequencies.
  • Page 33: About User Names

    • In XM mode and with DEVICE SELECTOR set to “TUNER”, HTR 3’s [FM NOTE MUTE] button has the same function as that of the front panel’s [TUNER One can store the same channel in two preset locations - one with MODE] button. TUNER MODE On and another with TUNER MODE Off. • Check with your NAD audio specialist for other versions of XM Mini- Tuner compatible with T 765. ABOUT USER NAMES IMPORTANT NOTICE You can assign an eight character “User Name” to each radio preset, which will show in the front-panel readout whenever that preset is recalled. Unless otherwise specifically stated, navigating or accessing XM functions...
  • Page 34: Listening To Dab Radio

    NAD-specified outboard DAB 3 Upon selecting either “Full Scan” or “Local Scan”, automatic scanning module – the NAD DAB Adaptor DB 1. All the control software for this format is included; just plug-in the module and start enjoying the CD-like will be performed.
  • Page 35: Service List

    OPERATION USING THE T 765 – AM/FM/DB/iPod 4 The strength of the incoming signal can be shown on the VFD by pressing the [ENTER] button. The more segments visible in the lower The level of compression of stations can be set to eliminate the differences display line, the stronger the signal.
  • Page 36: Reset

    USING THE T 765 – AM/FM/DB/iPod RESET INFORMATION SETTINGS The “Reset” option allows the connected (and separately sold) NAD DAB While listening to a DAB broadcast, the type of information displayed in the Adaptor DB1 to be reset to its factory default settings. lower line of the VFD can be varied. Toggle front panel’s [INFO] button to 1 While listening to a DAB broadcast, press front panel’s [TUNER MODE]...
  • Page 37: Listening To Your Ipod Player

    SCAN [ ] / PAUSE [ ] / PLAY [ ] 1 With your T 765, iPod player and NAD IPD all at power ON state, select Press PAUSE [ ] during playback to stop playback temporarily. Resume play SOURCE 5 of your T 765. Your iPod player will show in its display the by pressing PAUSE [ ] again or PLAY [ ].
  • Page 38: Nad Ipd 2

    NAD IPD 2 TO VIEW VIDEOS OR PHOTOS LOADED IN YOUR iPod The NAD IPD 2 has its own remote control - the DR 1. For you to control the Videos or photos uploaded in your iPod can be viewed directly via the NAD IPD 2 using the DR 1, you have to go to “iPod Setup” menu (please refer T 765.
  • Page 39: Using The Htr  Remote Control

    • Contains pre-programmed library of NAD remote codes. The NAD HTR 3 is ready to operate the T 765 A/V Receiver 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”...
  • Page 40: Learning Codes From Other Remotes

    OPERATION USING THE HTR 3 REMOTE CONTROL LEARNING CODES FROM OTHER REMOTES Begin by positioning the HTR 3 “nose-to-nose” with the source remote so the two devices’ infrared windows are about 2 inches apart. • Enter Learning Mode: On the HTR 3, simultaneously press-and-hold for 3 seconds both a Device Selector key and the [RES] key (just below the DISP key) until the Learn LED at the center of the HTR 3 turns steady green.
  • Page 41: Macro Commands

    OPERATION USING THE HTR 3 REMOTE CONTROL MACRO COMMANDS A “macro” command is a series of two or more remote codes issued automatically from a single keypress. You might use a macro to automate a simple command sequence, such as, “Turn on the DVD 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.
  • Page 42: Factory Reset

    DELETE MODE The HTR 3 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 T 765 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.
  • Page 43: Loading Code-Libraries

    LOADING CODE-LIBRARIES The HTR 3 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, DVD player, or other component, follow the procedure below to change the code-library.
  • Page 44: Checking Code-Library Number

    OPERATION USING THE HTR 3 REMOTE CONTROL 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 [AVPS] key, until the Learn LED turns green. Press the [DISP] key; the HTR 3 indicates the current code-library by flashing its [CUSTOM], [VCR], and [MACRO] keys.
  • Page 45: Reference

    REFERENCE TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS No sound from all channels. • AC power unplugged. • Check AC cable connection and outlet. • Power not switched on. • Outlet has no power. • Speaker A (or Speaker B) is not activated. •...
  • Page 46: Specifications

    REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS AMPLIFIER SECTION Power output Stereo Mode 120W (8 ohms within rated distortion) IHF dynamic power; 8 ohms 160W IHF dynamic power; 4 ohms 260W IHF dynamic power; 2 ohms 360 W Power output Surround Mode 7 x 80W (19dBW) Total harmonic distortion at rated power <0.05% IM distortion at rated power...
  • Page 48 .NADelectronics .com ©2009 NAD ELECTRONICS INTERNATIONAL A DIVISION OF LENBROOK INDUSTRIES LIMITED All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored or transmitted in any form without the written permission of NAD Electronics International T 765HD Manual Issue 1-03/09...

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