• 4 Video Monitor Outputs - HDMI, Component, S-Video
and Composite formats
• 3 Analogue Video Outputs - 2 Video (Composite and S-Video)
and 1 Zone (Composite)
• 7.2 Analogue Pre-Out (2 Subwoofers)
• 2 Digital Outputs - 1 Coaxial and 1 Optical (TOSLINK)
• 7.1 Analogue Input
• Speaker A + B switching (Speakers B stereo only)
• Zone 2 A/V line level Output with independent source
and volume selection
• Digital Inputs available as 2-channel analogue mixdown
on Zone 2 Output
• Zone 3 and Zone 4 Audio Output with independent source
and volume selection
• ZR 4 second Zone remote included with discrete codes
for independent zone
• IR input
• 3 x IR outputs
• RS-232 port interface for advanced control systems
• 3 x 12V output triggers, 1 x 12V input
• Preamp Outputs for all 7.1 channels (2 Subwoofers)
• RDS FM and AM Tuner
• 40 direct access presets that can be a mix of your favorite AM,
FM and XM (or DAB) stations
• iPod Ready – just add NAD IPD-2 Dock for iPod
(iPod Menu on OSD and Front Panel Display)
• XM Ready – just add outboard XM module
(North American version)
• DAB Ready – just add outboard NAD DB 1 module
(Europe and Asia)
• HTRC 1 Illuminated Learning Remote Control with LCD display
> F E A T U R E S C O N T I N U E D
> D E T A I L S
Modular Design Construction
NAD has developed a unique new architecture that keeps pace with the fast
changing world of digital formats by allowing connectivity and feature upgrades
as new technology becomes available. This prevents premature obsolescence by
keeping pace with the latest developments in high performance audio and video
formats. Dealer installed hardware and software can add new connectivity and
features at a future date, allowing your T 785 to grow as your needs and tastes
develop. Most AV receivers require complete replacement with a new model to get
the latest features. With NAD you only replace the module you want to upgrade –
not the entire AV receiver!
Audio Performance
Today’s advanced Surround Sound receivers require quality in the digital decoding
stages, the video processing section, and in the power amplifier design for the best
overall performance. The T 785 is an excellent example of the NAD Design Team’s
expertise in all three areas. Not only that, but we have made many ergonomic
refinements to simplify operation and make it more enjoyable to get all the
performance from this magnificently capable receiver.
Using the latest Dual Core Floating Point DSP technology, NAD was able to include
the newest surround formats from Dolby and DTS, as well as NAD’s own highly
regarded music surround mode - EARS. The EARS circuit (Enhanced Ambient
Recovery System) is now optimized for 7-channel surround. Unlike the typical
artificially enhanced DSP modes like ‘Club’, ‘Stadium’, and ‘Church’, EARS uses
DSP technology to extract the natural ambience of the recording. This is redirected
to the surround channels to create natural surround sound from any 2-channel
source. This induces a warm natural reverberant effect without the hollow
‘BOING’ of artificial reverb.
The surround mode of the source material is automatically detected via the digital
inputs of the T 785, and the most advanced form of decoding is switched in.
Conversion of the encoded digital bitstream is performed with high resolution
and extremely linear D/A Converters carefully selected for their performance
capabilities.
NAD’s reputation for producing power amplifiers that are both potent and
musical is upheld in fine manner with the T 785. Boasting a minimum of 120
watts continuous power per channel, the T 785 can fill even large rooms to lifelike
sound levels. NAD’s exclusive PowerDrive
TM
amplifier technology automatically
adjusts the power supply settings of the amplifier to the needs of the loudspeaker.
This ensures remarkably dynamic and distortion-free performance with any type
of loudspeaker, even demanding 4 ohm designs. Many less advanced receivers
prohibit the use of 4 ohm speakers. With PowerDrive
TM
, the performance is always
optimized for the actual operating condition and as a result, the amplifier exhibits
very low distortion and good current drive in the real world. Explosive musical
dynamics are effortlessly handled without added distortion.
Credit for the sound of NAD’s components rests squarely with our unique design
approach and our experienced and very talented design team. Most companies
design their products to a technical specification and a price point. While this
sounds logical enough, it does not address the way the product will actually be
used by the eventual owner. You don’t listen to specifications; you listen to music
and sound. While NAD products exhibit excellent technical measurements, we
have relied on our own ears and listening experience to determine the final design
of our products. Because of our unique design approach, NAD’s sound is simply
more real sounding, adding enjoyment and excitement to your favourite films and
music recordings.
