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SAFETY INFORMATION
EXPLANA
TION OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS
EXPLANATION
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
PRECAUTIONS
Read the Operating Instructions carefully and completely before operating the unit. Be sure to keep the
Operating Instructions for future reference. All warnings and cautions in the Operating Instructions and on
the unit should be strictly followed, as well as the safety suggestions below.
INST
ALLA
TION
INSTALLA
ALLATION
1 Water and Moisture - The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
2 Heat - Do not use this unit near sources of heat, including heating vents, stoves, or other appliances that
generate heat. It also should not be placed in temperatures less than 5C (41F) or greater than 35C
(95F).
3 Mounting surface - Place the unit on a flat, even surface.
4 Ventilation - The unit should be situated with adequate space around it so that proper ventilation is
assured. allow 10 cm (4 in.) clearance from the rear and the top of the unit, and 5 cm (2 in.) from each
side. - Do not place on a bed, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings. - Do not
install the unit in a bookcase cabinet, or airtight rack where ventilation may be impeded.
5 Objects and liquid entry - Take care that objects or liquids do not get inside the unit through the
ventilation openings.
6 Carts and stands - When placed or mounted on a stand or cart, the unit should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the unit and cart to overturn or fall.
7 Wall or ceiling mounting - The unit should not be mounted on a wall or ceiling, unless specified in the
Operating Instructions.
Microsoft, HDCD, and the HDCD logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, Pro Logic II and the doubleD symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
DTS, DTS-ES and Neo:6 are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ELECTRIC POWER
1 Power Sources - Connect this unit only to power sources specified in the Operating Instructions, and as
marked on the unit.
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2 Polarization - As a safety feature, some units are equipped with polarized AC power plugs which can
only be inserted one way into a power outlet. If it is difficult or impossible to insert the AC power plug into
an outlet, turn the plug over and try again. If it still does not easily insert into the outlet, please call a
qualified service technician to service or replace the outlet. To avoid defeating the safety feature of the
polarized plug, do not force it into a power outlet.
3 AC power cord - When disconnecting the AC power cord, pull it out by the AC power plug. Do not pull
the cord itself.
Never handle the AC power plug with wet hands, as this could result in fire or shock.
Power cords should be routed to avoid being severely bent, pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular
attention to the cord from the unit to the power socket.
Avoid overloading AC outlets and extension cords beyond their capacity, as this could result in fire
or shock.
4 Extension cord - To help prevent electric shock, do not use a polarized AC power plug with an extension
cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the polarized plug can be completely inserted to prevent exposure
of the blades of the plug.
5 When not in use - Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet if the unit will not be used for several
months or more. When the cord is plugged in, a small amount of current continues to flow to the unit,
even when the power is turned off.
CAUTION
Modifications or adjustments to this product, which are not expressly approved by the manufacturer, may
void the users right or authority to operate this product.
MAINTENANCE
Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating Instructions.
DO NOT A
TTEMPT TO SER
VICE THE UNIT YOURSELF
ATTEMPT
SERVICE
OWNERS RECORD
For your convenience, record the model number and serial number (you will find them on the rear of your set)
in the space provided below. Please refer to them when you contact your dealer in case of difficulty.
Model No. :
Serial No. :
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
GETTING THE MOST FROM THE NAD T 773 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
UNPACKING AND SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Whats in the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Save the packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Choosing a Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CONNECTING AM ANTENNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ABOUT THE T 773 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
E.A.R.S., Matrix, and Digital Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ease of Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Integration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Second Zone (MULTISOURCE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RS-232 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upgradability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About the HTR 2 System Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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QUICKSTART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Play a DVD Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
FRONT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ENGLISH
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
SPECIFICA
TIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
SPECIFICATIONS
An AM loop antenna
A FM ribbon-wire antenna with balun
A removable AC cable (if you wish, any IEC-standard AC cable of suitable wattage may be substituted).
The HTR 2 remote control with 4 (four) AAA batteries.
The ZR 2 zone remote control with 3V CR2025 battery.
This owners manual.
CHOOSING A LOCA
TION
LOCATION
Choose a location that is well ventilated (with at least several inches to both sides and behind), and that will
provide a clear line of sight, within 25 feet/8 meters, between the A/V Receivers front panel and your
primary listening/viewing positionthis will ensure reliable infrared remote control communications. The T
773 generates a modest amount of heat, but nothing that should trouble adjacent components. It is
perfectly possible to stack the T 773 atop other components, but the reverse usually should be avoided.
Nonetheless, it is generally preferable that the T 773 stand alone. It is especially important that sufficient
ventilation be provided; if you are contemplating locating the T 773 within a cabinet or other furniture,
consult your NAD audio/video specialist for advice on providing adequate airflow.
CONNECTING AM ANTENNA
ASSEMBLING THE AM LOOP ANTENNA
1 Rotate the outer frame of the antenna.
2 Insert the bottom edge of the outer frame into the groove on the stand.
ENGLISH
The T 773 uses NADs proprietary Power Drive amplifier technology for all channels to preserve
accurate, linear reproduction regardless of the loudspeaker. This uniquely efficient power-supply topology provides the real-world benefits of high dynamic power that remains uncompromised by lowimpedance speakers. The result is dynamic, detailed, un-receiver-like sound in stereo and multichannel modes alike. NADs exclusive Soft Clipping circuitry further enhances sound quality and
dynamic potential.
High-performance components used throughout the A/V Receivers analog audio circuits maximize quality
from all sources, including multi-channel analog sources such as DVD-Audio and SACD.
Preamp output (all channels) and main-amp input jacks make potential expansion as flexible as possible.
A Second set of Speaker terminals (Speakers B) for remote listening.
Second Zone (MULTISOURCE) pre-amp and video feed with assignable 12 V DC trigger control.
An RS-232 port for advanced zone control and software update through a Windows compatible PC.
Gold-surfaced connectors are employed throughout to ensure maximum signal integrity.
E.A.R.S., MA
TRIX AND DIGIT
AL SURROUND
MATRIX
DIGITAL
A key element of the T 773s unique musical aptitude is NADs proprietary Enhanced Ambience Recovery
System (EARS). In sharp contrast to many ambience-synthesis music-surround modes, EARS exploits the
T 773s substantial DSP power to route the ambient content that is encrypted in virtually all naturalacoustic recordings to the appropriate main, center and surround speakers, without resorting to artificially
generated reflections or regeneration. EARS natural ambience yields a subtle but exceptionally effective
surround mode that naturally enhances the spatial presentation in a fashion suitable for serious music
listening. The T 773 also incorporates a second proprietary surround mode, Matrix 7.1. This creates a full
6.1/7.1-channel environment from stereo and surround-encoded recordings, oftentimes with extraordinarily
good results. Dolby ProLogic II Music and DTS Neo:6 Music modes can also create enjoyable experience
from 2-channel sources.
On the digital side, the T 773 combines extraordinarily high-speed DSP processing employing one of the most
advanced high-speed DSP engines available, with fully 24-bit, 192 kHz-sampling-capable D/A converters
for all channels. A single, high-precision master clock synchronizes all digital circuits to eliminate the timing
errors (jitter) that otherwise compromise sonics. The result is legitimately state-of-the-art surround
decoding from Dolby Digital and DTS sources, and 6.1/7.1-channel reproduction, with genuinely superior
sound quality in all modes.
EASE OF USE
Despite the effort NAD has invested in the T 773 A/V Receivers sonic performance, we expended no less
in making it powerfully easy to use. Its design is uniquely simple for so sophisticated a component, and the
HTR 2 universal remote control is equally understandable, as are the T 773s own front-panel and on-screen
displays. Its simple yet powerful system of presets permits you to fine-tune your listening setup for
different conditions, sources, or listeners, and to recall these multiple parameters with a single keypress.
INTEGRA
TION
INTEGRATION
The T 773 A/V Receiver offers extensive, flexible system-integration options through its configurable DC
trigger outputs and input, and its standard-protocol IR communications links. The DC trigger outputs can be
assigned to either Local and/or Zone locations.
RS-232
Flexible system configuration is possible with the RS-232 interface and NADs proprietary Windows
compatible software. This interface allows complete remote control of the T 773 from any remote location
via the PC. Complete remote control functionality is available to the user by interface software. See your
NAD audio specialist for further information.
QUICKSTART
In case you simply cannot wait to experience the performance of your new NAD T 773 A/V Receiver, we
provide the following Quickstart instructions to get you underway. The steps below connect your DVD
player to the T 773s DVD input; be sure to read Input Setup, below.
PLA
Y A DVD MOVIE
PLAY
ENGLISH
Connect the T 773s composite video or S-Video MONITOR OUT jack to your TV/monitors corresponding
input (Cables not supplied).
Connect your DVD players composite video or S-Video output to the T 773s corresponding DVD input.
Connect the DVD players optical digital output to the T 773s optical DIGITAL IN 1 input (Optical cable not
supplied).
Connect your left and right front speakers to the T 773s FRONT L and R outputs, being sure to connect
red to red (+) and black to black (-), with care to avoid stray wires or strands crossing between
terminals. (Connect center, surround, and surround-back speakers as well, if you like). If your system
includes a powered subwoofer, connect the T 773s AUDIO PRE-OUT SW1, 2 or both jacks to its line
inputs.
Press in the main power switch (black pushbutton) on the T 773s rear panel (this puts the T 773 into
STANDBY mode and illuminates an amber LED to indicate it is ready to receive remote commands), then
use the HTR 2s [ON] key to power up the A/V Receiver. Be sure the TV/monitor is powered up, with the
correct input selected.
Start playback of the DVD player. Press the HTR 2 remotes [Amp] Device Selector key, and then its (red)
DVD/numeric 1 key to select the DVD input. You should hear multi-channel or stereo sound, and see an
image on the TV/monitor. (If one or the other fails to appear, you may need to use the A/V Receivers onscreen menu system to check assignment of audio, video, and digital inputs; see Setting Up the T 773.)
Enjoy the movie or music, but be sure to set aside time to read this manual thoroughly, and to set up,
calibrate, and configure your T 773 carefully and completely.
FRONT PANEL
NAD
5 6
7 8
10
MEMORY
PRESET
DELETE
AM / FM
PHONES
21
R (MONO)
AUDIO
SEARCH
SPEAKERS
VIDEO 6 INPUT
FM MUTE
/ MODE
VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
TAPE
DIGITAL AUDIO
MONITOR SELECTOR
EXT 7.1
SURROUND
MODE
14
15
LEVELS
TONE
CONTROLS
TONE
DEFEAT
17
18
S VIDEO
20
19
11
12
13
16
STANDBY SWITCH: Pressing this key, or the HTR 2 remotes [ON] button, will switch the A/V Receiver on, making it operational, changing the amber
Standby indicator to green and illuminating the VFL display.
STANDBY LED: Illuminates amber when the T 773 is in Standby mode; green when it is powered on; and flashes momentarily to indicate infrared
commands received from the HTR 2 remote. Protection Mode is indicated by a red illumination, and indicates that there is a problem with your setup or the unit itself. When the fault is removed, normal operation can be resumed (this may require turning the unit off and on again). This indicator
will be steadily dark only when POWER is switched off (or the A/V Receiver is unplugged from the AC supply).
DISPLAY: Press to display the channel mode of the currently selected source (other than the internal AM/FM tuner), in the format front/rear/LFE.
For example, a Dolby Digital or DTS 5.1-channel source will display 3/2.1. Note that the display shows signal channels, not speakers; for example,
a 2-channel analog or digital source (whether stereo or surround-encoded) will show 2/0.0, even though the A/V Receivers <Speaker Settings> may
indeed be set up to use the subwoofer with all sources, and the current Listening Mode may employ center and surround speakers.
When the AM/FM tuner is the selected input, sequentially pressing DISPLAY shows the currently tuned stations RDS data, toggling between the
current stations Radio Text and Station Name displays (see Listening to Radio, below).
MEMORY: Use to store tuned stations to the T 773s 40 preset-memory locations. (See Listening to Radio, below.)
FM MUTE/MODE: In the normal Mute position, only the stations with a strong signal can be listened to, and the noise between stations is muted.
Pressing the [FM Mute/Mode] button allows distant (and potentially noisy) stations to be received. (See Listening to Radio, below.)
PRESET: Press to step up or down between radio presets; 30 FM and 10 AM station presets are available. Note that this function wraps:
Pressingwill step from Preset 30 to Preset 1, or vice versa using thekey. Unused presets are skipped over. (Note that Presets must previously
have been stored; see Listening to Radio, below.)
SEARCH : Press momentarily to step up or down between FM or AM frequencies. Press and hold SEARCHfor more than 2 seconds to
search up or down; the T 773s tuner will stop at the next sufficiently strong signal it encounters. Note that this function, too, wraps, and will
continue searching up or down from one end of the AM or FM band to the other.
Note that: SEARCH tunes the FM band by 0.05 MHz steps (twice the precision of most tuners and A/V Receiver). On the AM band,
SEARCHmoves by 10 kHz or 9 kHz steps. To change the step amount, hold in the FM MUTE/MODE and AM/FM keys simultaneously.
VFL DISPLAY: The Vacuum Fluorescent Display provides visual information on all of the T773s important modes, settings, and functions for both
MAIN and second ZONE locations.
10 VOLUME (SETUP): Turn clockwise to increase the master-volume setting; counterclockwise to lower it. The VFL and on-screen displays show the
setting, displayed in decibels between 74 and +18.
The VOLUME (SETUP) knob is also used to increment/decrement individual channel levels and other adjustable parameters.
11 VIDEO: Use to select a video input along with its assigned audio and digital inputs (see Input Setup, below). Press repeatedly to step through
the T 773s Video inputs.
AUDIO: Use to select analog audio input independently of video input. Press repeatedly to step through the T 773s audio inputs. See Input Setup,
below.
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FRONT PANEL
12 TAPE MONITOR: Press to engage the Tape Monitor loop. The signal present at the rear-panel TAPE MONITOR IN jacks will be heard. Press again
to release and return to the previously selected input.
13 DIGITAL AUDIO SELECTOR: Use to select digital audio input independently of video input to cycle through the T 773s 6 digital audio inputs (OPT
1-2; Coaxial 3-6). Press repeatedly to step through the T 773s digital audio inputs. The digital inputs are shown collectively as Digital 1-6 in the VFL
displays small corner readout. Any digital input can be assigned to any video input (DVD, SAT, VCR, VIDEO 4-5, CD). The chart below shows the
default assignments; see Input Setup, below.
Digital Input Jack
OPT 1
OPT 2
Coax 3
Coax 4
Coax 5
Coax 6
Default Assignment
DVD
SAT
VCR
VIDEO 4
VIDEO 5
CD
NOTE: Digital inputs take precedence: The T 773 will automatically play any active signal present at the selected digital input; if none is present,
it will fall back to the analog audio input assigned to that Video input. Digital inputs can be selected OFF to listen to the analog input of a source
with an assigned digital input.
NOTE: Changing the digital audio input via the Digital Audio Selector is a temporary setting that will be lost when the input is changed or the A/V
Receiver is cycled though Standby or OFF. (See the section Input Setup below to reassign digital inputs to video or audio inputs.)
14 EXT 7.1: Press to listen to the component connected to the T 773s 7.1 CH. INPUT jacks (typically, a DVD-Audio or SACD-Multichannel player). The
HTR 2 remotes [Ext. 7.1/5.1] key (10+) works similarly.
15 SURROUND MODE: Use to select the T 773s Listening Mode. Press repeatedly to step through the T 773s Listening Modes. See About the T 773s
Listening Modes, below.
NOTE: Depending on the format of the currently selected input (digital or analog; stereo or multi-channel), different modes will be available. See
About the T 773s Listening Modes, below.
16 LEVELS: Press repeatedly to select the channel, and then use the VOLUME(SETUP) knob to adjust the levels of the T 773s 7 channels/pairs in turn:
front-left, -center, right; surround; surround back; subwoofer. The selected channel appears on the VFL and on-screen displays; use the
VOLUME(SETUP) knob to adjust its level relative to the others over a range of 12 dB. Channel levels may also be adjusted via the on-screen menus;
see Adjusting Channel Levels, below.
NOTE: The HTR 2 remotes [Surr.], [Center], and [Sub]/ keys provide direct access to those channels relative levels, however in this case the
level changes are only temporary and are not saved in memory.
17 TONE CONTROLS: Press to adjust treble using the VOLUME (SETUP) knob over a 10 dB range; press again to adjust bass, and a third time to exit
tone-control adjustment.
18 TONE DEFEAT: Press to disable the tone controls; press again to re-enable them (for instance, to compare a tone setting to unmodified sound.
NOTE: While TONE DEFEAT is engaged, the TONE CONTROLS key will have no effect.
19 SPEAKERS A & B: Press either speaker A or B or both to select the set of speakers you wish to listen to. The Speakers A are the main set of 6 multichannel front and surround speakers. The Speaker B are an auxiliary set for remote locations such as other rooms of your home. For Speaker B
selection all surround sound sources are downmixed to stereo as shown in the florescent display.
20 VIDEO 6 INPUT: Use these convenience jacks for occasional sources, such as a camcorder, portable MP3 or tape player, or a videogame console,
or any other analog audio, or composite or S-Video video source. Select the Video 6 input using the HTR 2 remote, or the front-panel VIDEO key.
21 PHONES: Accepts stereo headphone using a standard 1/4-inch stereo phone plug (use a suitable adapter for headphones equipped with a smaller
plug); set the Listening Mode to Stereo.
NOTE: For headphone listening the front left/right speakers must be set to Large on the OSDs Speaker Settings page, otherwise headphone bass
response will be restricted.
NOTE: Plugging in headphones will automatically switch the T773 to Stereo mode.
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NOTE: Selecting any other input selection while Tape Monitor is engaged automatically releases it.
REAR PANEL
2
5 6
1
Y
1
IN
OUT
2
OUT
+12V TRIGGER
IN
IR
CR
CB
CR
SOFT CLIPPING
ON
CB
CB
CR
GND
FM
DIGITAL IN
RS-232
MS OUT
OFF
FRONT
L
MONITOR
OUT
CD
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
SPEAKER A
SURR
FRONT
R
SURR-B
CENTER
SUBW
SURR
L
IN
SURR
R
19
AM
MAIN IN
FRONT
CR
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
DIGITAL OUT
ANTENNA
CB
OFF
AUTO
TRIGGER
OUT
SPEAKER B
IN
VIDEO 5
OUT
VIDEO 4
CENTER
7.1 CH INPUT
R
FRONT
CENTER
SURR-BACK SURR-BACK
L
R
DISC
18
OUT
17
IN
AUDIO
PRE-OUT
16
SURR-BACK
POWER
ON
SWITCHED
OFF
IN
SAT
SUBW 1
SUBW 2
TAPE
IN
R
SURROUND
VCR
IN
DVD
R
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
15
120V ~60Hz
L
AUDIO
14
AC OUTLET
120V ~60Hz
120W 1A MAX
13
12
11
10 9
SWITCHED
230V ~50Hz
AC OUTLET
230V ~50Hz
120W 0.5A MAX
FM & AM ANTENNA: The supplied wire dipole FM antenna will connect to the FM connector using the supplied balun adapter. It will usually
work best when mounted on a vertical surface such as a wall, with arms fully outstretched forming a horizontal T perpendicular to the origin point
of the signal. Experiment with placement and orientation of to yield the clearest sound and lowest background noise. In areas of difficult FM
reception an external FM antenna can yield dramatic gains in quality; consult your NAD audio specialist or a professional antenna installer.
The AM loop antenna supplied with the T 773 (or a suitable replacement) is required for AM reception. Open the clip terminal lever, insert the wire
and close, ensuring that the lever locks the wire in place. Testing different positions for the antenna may improve reception; vertical orientation will
usually produce the best results. Antenna proximity to large metal objects (appliances; radiators) may impair reception, as will attempts to lengthen
the wire to the loop.
NOTE: An external AM antenna can improve long-distance reception substantially; consult your NAD audio specialist or a professional antenna
installer. Do not connect anything other than a loop antenna to the AM ANTENNA terminal. Do not remove the AM loop antenna.
IR: These mini-jacks accept and output remote-control codes in electrical format, using industry-standard protocols, for use with IR-repeater and
multi-room systems and related technologies. Consult your NAD audio specialist for more information.
SOFT CLIPPING: Enables NADs proprietary Soft Clipping circuitry on all channels. Soft Clipping gently limits the output of the T 773 to minimize
audible distortion, even should the A/V Receiver be over-driven.
NOTE: Soft Clipping may simply be left on at all times to reduce the likelihood of audible distortion from excessive volume settings. However, for
critical listening, to preserve optimum dynamics you may wish to defeat it by setting this switch off.
MS OUT (MULTISOURCE OUT): Connect this pre-amp and composite video output to other zones using high-quality patch cables to reduce noise
pickup over long distance runs.
MONITOR OUT: Connect to video input of the monitor/television, using quality dual-RCA and/or S-Video cables designed for video signals. In general,
the S-Video connection is superior and should be used if your TV/monitor provides the corresponding input.
CD: Connect the analog stereo audio output from a CD player or other line-level audio source to this input.
COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1-3; OUT: Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1, 2 and 3 inputs to component-video outputs from compatible source
components, typically a DVD player and terrestrial or satellite HDTV tuner. Connect the T 773 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT to the component-video input
of a compatible video monitor/TV. Be sure to observe consistency in connecting the Y/Cr/Cb jacks (some source and TV components label these Y/
Pb/Pr) to the corresponding sources/inputs; do not rely purely on the color-coding of the jacks, which may not always be consistent among brands.
The routing of the component-video inputs is fixed: COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 is routed to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks when the DVD input
is selected; COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 is selected when the SAT input is active; COMPONENT VIDEO IN 3 is selected when the VCR input is active; the
audio and digital inputs assigned to DVD, SAT and VCR will be used (see also, "Input Setup," below).
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REAR PANEL
NOTE: The T 773s component-video inputs and outputs are fully wide-band, compatible with all HDTV formats. The T 773 does not display its
on-screen menus on its component-video output. To use on-screen menus, you will need to make an S-Video or composite connection between
the T 773 and the monitor/TV, and select it for menu display.
DIGITAL IN OPT 1-2; COAX 3-6: Connect to the coaxial S/PDIF-format digital outputs of sources such as CD or DVD players, HDTV or satellite
tuners, or other components; connect DIGITAL IN OPT1-2 to optical S/PDIF-format digital outputs.
DIGITAL OUT: Connect the optical and/or coaxial DIGITAL OUT ports to the corresponding S/PDIF digital input of a recording component such as
a CD recorder, DAT deck, or computer soundcard. See "Setting Up the T 773", below.
10 RS-232: Connect this interface via RS-232 serial cable (not supplied) to any Windows compatible PC to allow remote control of the T 773 through
NADs proprietary PC software. See your NAD audio specialist for more information.
11 POWER: Press in to switch the A/V Receiver to standby mode. Pressing POWER again turns the unit OFF, recommended if you do not plan to use
your A/V Receiver for an extended period of time. It is usual (and perfectly acceptable) to leave the T 773 in Standby mode in between normal
viewing and listening sessions.
12 SWITCHED AC OUTLET: This convenience jack can supply switched power to another component or accessory. It is powered on and off by the
front panel POWER SWITCH (or the HTR2s [On] and [Off] keys).
NOTE: The total draw of all devices connected to this jack must not exceed 120 watts.
13 AC POWER INLET: Connect to the supplied IEC-standard removable AC power cord or a compatible cord.
14 SPEAKERS A & B: Connect the left and right front, centre, left and right surround, and surround back speaker outputs to the corresponding
loudspeakers. Each outputs + (red) terminal and - (black) terminal must be connected to the corresponding + and - terminals of the
loudspeaker. Use extra care to ensure that no stray wires or strands cross between posts or terminals at either end.
Connect Speakers B left and right speaker outputs to the corresponding remote loudspeakers. When speakers B are activated the output is taken
from the front left and right channels and any signal source is converted downmixed to stereo as indicated in the florescent display.
NOTE: Use stranded wire of at least 16 gauge (AWG); specialized speaker cable may be valuable (consult your NAD audio specialist). Connections
to the T 773 can be made with banana plugs (US model only), or using bare wire, or pins, by loosening the terminals plastic nut, making a clean,
neat connection, and re-tightening carefully (use the transverse hole through the post for bare-wire or pin connections). To minimize the danger
of short-circuits, ensure that only 1/2-inch of exposed wire or pin is employed in connecting.
NOTE: This unit is designed to produce optimum sound quality when connected to speakers with impedances within the A/V Receivers operating
range. Please check front, center, and surround speakers are rated to be 4 min. per speaker.
IMPORTANT NOTE: For optimum surround performance, the T 773 speaker settings and levels must be set correctly via the A/V Receivers setup
routines; see Setting Up the T 773, below.
15 DVD, SAT, VCR, VIDEO 4, VIDEO 5: These comprise the T 773s principal inputs. Connect S-Video, composite video, and analog stereo audio from
source components such as DVD players and HDTV/satellite tuners (see "Input Setup," below). VCR and VIDEO 4 may be used with recording
components such as videocassette or DVD-recorders; connect the T 773 S-Video/composite video OUT jacks to these components record-inputs.
(Note that VCR/VIDEO 4 may freely be used for play-only components, in which case their OUT jacks would remain unconnected.)
16 MAIN IN/AUDIO PRE-OUTS/SUBWOOFER OUT: The T 773s 7 built-in power amplifier channels will deliver excellent quality with even very
demanding, low sensitivity home-theatre speaker systems. However, it is also possible to use the T 773 as a pre-amplifier with external power
amplifiers for some or all channels (remove the supplied jumpers) if necessary. Unlike the six full range channels, there is no power amplifier builtinto the T 773 for a subwoofer.
Connect the SW output 1, 2 or both to powered (active) subwoofers (or to power amplifier channels driving a passive system).
SURR-BACK-R jack will supply the same signal from the surround-back Left channel if the T 773 is so configured (see Speaker Setup, below).
Either one or both channels are available mono or stereo as per Speaker Setup. Your NAD audio specialist will be happy to advise you.
NOTE: Never connect the T 773s speaker outputs and the speaker outputs of an external amplifier to the same speakers.
17 TAPE IN/OUT: Connect the T 773s TAPE OUT jacks to the stereo analog audio inputs, of an audio recording component such as a cassette deck
or CD recorder, or of an outboard analog audio processor such as a stereo equalizer; connect the A/V Receivers TAPE IN jacks to the components
corresponding outputs. The signals present at the TAPE IN jacks can be heard by selecting the front panel TAPE MONITOR button, or the HTR 2s
[Tape] (zero) key.
NOTE: The signal present at the TAPE OUT jacks is determined by the source last selected via the front panel Video or Audio keys (or the HTR
2s input-select keys).
NOTE: Digital input signals are not available at the analog TAPE OUT jacks; they are only available at the DIGITAL OUT jacks.
18 DISC: Connect the analog stereo audio output from a second CD player or other line-level audio source to this input.
NOTE: Connecting a phonograph turntable to the T 773 requires an outboard magnetic phono-preamp component such as the NAD PP2; you
cannot connect turntable directly to the DISC inputs.
19 7.1 CH. INPUT: Connect to the corresponding analog audio outputs of a multi-channel source component such as a DVD-Audio or multichannelSACD player, or external multi-channel decoder. Typically, these sources will produce 5.1-channel output, in which case the SURROUND BACK
jacks are left unconnected. The signals present at these jacks may be heard by selecting the front-panel EXT. 7.1 key or the HTR 2s [Ext 7.1/
5.1] button. See Selecting Sources," below.
NOTE: There is no bass-management or other processing (other than master-volume control) available to this 7.1 CH. INPUT. While the multichannel audio outputs of a DVD-Video player can be connected to these jacks, using the T 773s own Dolby Digital and DTS decoding and digitalanalog converters, via a digital connection, will usually produce superior results.
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NOTE: The on-screen displays are carried on both the S-Video and composite MONITOR OUT jacks, but are
not incorporated into the component-video output.
DISPLA
Y THE OSD
DISPLAY
Press any of the HTR 2 remote's central cursor keys ([], [], [], [], and [Enter]) to display the T
773s main <Setup> menu on your video monitor/TV. If the OSD does not appear, check your MONITOR OUT
connections.
NOTE: The OSD does not appear on the T 773's component-video output, nor does it appear on the VIDEO
3 and 4 record-outputs; these are for recording, not monitoring.
NA
VIGA
TING THE OSD AND MAKING CHANGES
NAVIGA
VIGATING
Use the HTR 2 remote's [/] keys to move up or down among the Setup menu's list of items; use [Enter]
to select a menu item, and use [/] to change the parameter-value (setting) of any item. Selecting the
<Save and Exit> returns "up" to the <Setup> menu while saving any parameter-value changes to the T 773s
memory; selecting <Do Not Save and Exit> also returns to the main <Setup> menu, but abandons any
changes made on the previous menu. Selecting <Exit> from the main Setup menu exits the OSD altogether,
retaining parameter-value changes, if any, made previously.
INPUT SETUP
The T 773 is equipped with nine configurable and nameable inputs: six audio-video inputs labeled DVD, SAT,
VCR, and VIDEO 4-6 (including VIDEO 6 on the front panel), and three audio-only inputs labeled CD, DISC
and EXT 7.1. These are flexibly configurable and nameable: For each labeled video input-jack position (DVD,
SAT, VCR, VIDEO 4-6) as displayed on the <Video In> line of the <Input Settings> menu, you may freely
assign: an analog audio input selected on the <Audio In> line; and a digital input selected on the <Digital
In> line. These will become active whenever that input is selected.
NOTE: An incoming digital signal present at the assigned digital input will always take precedence over the
assigned analog-audio input, even if both are present. The digital signal can be temporarily selected OFF
using the front panel DIGITAL AUDIO SELECTOR button.
NOTE: The analog input for any audio-video inputs may be set to OFF in the OSD if only Digital inputs are
used.
INPUT SETTINGS
From the main <Setup> menu, select the <Input settings> menu item using the HTR 2 remote's [/], and
[Enter] keys. Using the [ / ] keys select the video input (DVD, SAT, VCR, VIDEO 1-6) you wish to
configure. Use the [/] keys to move to the <Audio In> line, and then use the [/] keys to select
the analog audio input you wish to be linked to that input (usually, this will be the same, i.e., DVD with
DVD, Video 4 with Video 4, and so on).
NOTE: It is not necessary to have an analog audio input connected for every video input you employ. In fact,
in some casesfor example for a DVD playerit may be preferable to make only a coaxial or optical digital
audio link to the T 773 for audio playback. This avoids possible confusion, and ensures that the T 773s highperformance surround and digital audio circuitry will always be employed.
Now use the [/] keys to move to the <Digital In> line and select the digital input (Opt 1-2, Coax 14) you wish linked to that input.You may also select Analog OFF for this audio-video input so that only the
digital input is active.
If you set <Digital In> to Off, no incoming digital signal will be selected by that input. (Set an inputs
<Digital in> to Off only if you wish to ensure that that input will not play an incoming digital bitstream,
even if one is present.). At this point you may wish to fine adjust the analog input gain; for each audiovideo input from -12 dB to + 12 dB of adjustment.
NOTE: The <Trigger Out:> line of the <Input Settings> menu is used to configure the T 773s 12-volt trigger.
See Trigger Setup, below.
The component-video inputs are not configurable. Selecting the DVD input routes the COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 1 to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks; selecting VCR routes the COMPONENT VIDEO IN 3 to the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. Note that the OSD does not appear on the component-video output.
NOTE THAT: The combination of analog-audio input and digital input assigned above will always be recalled
whenever that input is selected via the front-panel VIDEO key, or the HTR 2 remotes input-select keys, or
by recalling a Preset;
The digital and analog audio inputs assigned to a video input can be overridden by using the front-panel
AUDIO and DIGITAL AUDIO SELECTOR keys; however, the assigned input will return whenever that video
input is reselected, either via the front panel VIDEO key or using the HTR 2s input-select keys (or a Preset);
The TAPE MONITOR loop is not configurable, and will not appear in the rotation;
Any audio input and any digital input may be configured with any video input, and the same analog and/or
digital inputs may be assigned to multiple video inputs;
The analog audio input selected on the <Audio In> line is also routed to the TAPE OUT jacks.
NOTE: That signals from digital inputs are not available on the analog TAPE OUT jacks.
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Center
Surr. L/R
Surr. Back
LARGE
LARGE
SMALL
LARGE
LARGE
OFF
LARGE
SMALL
SMALL
OFF
OFF
OFF
LARGE
LARGE
SMALL
OFF
ON
SMALL
LARGE
SMALL
or
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
LARGE
LARGE
SMALL
SMALL
OFF
LARGE
OFF
SMALL
SMALL
SMALL
OFF
OFF
OFF
SMALL
SMALL
OFF
SMALL
OFF
Subwoofer
SMALL
OFF
OFF
OFF
SMALL
ON
OFF
OFF
SPEAKER SETTINGS
From the OSDs main <Setup> menu select the <Speaker Settings> line using the HTR 2 remote's [/],
and [Enter] keys. Using the [ /] keys, set <Front:> to "Large" or "Small as your main-front speakers
require according to the guidelines noted above. Similarly, set <Center:>, <Surround:>, and <Surr Back:> to
"Large," "Small," or "None" as your system's loudspeakers require. Set <Sub:> to "On" or Off, selecting
On only if you have a subwoofer connected to the T 773's SUB analog output jack.
NOTE: The Speaker Settings configuration is global; that is, it remains in force with all inputs and in all
listening modes. However, speaker settings are part of the T 773s Preset system; consequently, multiple
speaker settings can be stored for easy recall as different types of recordings or listening modes require.
See Creating and Using Presets, below.
NOTE: You can set Subwoofer to "On" even with "Large" front speakers, in which case bass content from
any channels set to "Small" will be routed to both the subwoofer and to the front speakers; LFE-channel
signal will pass only to the sub. In most subwoofer-equipped systems, setting front speakers to "Small" is
usually the better option.
From the OSDs main <Setup> menu select <Advanced Options> line using the HTR 2 remotes [ /], and
[Enter] keys. Using the [/] keys select main and zone listening for 5.1/2.0 or 7.1/OFF.
NOTE: If 7.1 input is selected then the zone output is switched off.
LISTENING MODE
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From the OSDs main <Setup> menu select the <Listening Mode> line using the HTR 2 remote's [/], and
[Enter] keys. Using the [ / ] and [ / ] keys you can select mode variations, and adjust various
parameters, depending on the current Listening Mode. For more information, see About the T 773's
Listening Modes, below.
NOTE: Listening Mode is part of the T 773s Preset system. See Creating and Using Presets, below;
NOTE: The Listening Mode used the last time a given input was selected will be recalled the next time that
input is selected, unless overridden by a Dolby Digital or DTS signal, which will automatically invoke their
native Listening Modes.
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Adjusting the relative balance of your system's loudspeakers ensures that surround-sound recordings,
whether music or film, will present the balance of effects, music, and dialog that the artists intended.
Additionally, if your system incorporates a subwoofer it establishes a correct relationship between the
volume of the subwoofer and the other speakers, and thus of low-frequencies (bass) to other sonic
elements.
SPEAKER DISTANCE
Your system's speaker distance settings are a subtle but important refinement of your setup. Informing the
T 773 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).
ADVANCED OPTIONS
The T 773 allows for setting of special listening and system options. These are usually one-time options
settings and once set do not need to be changed.
Main/Zone DSP Decoding
From the OSDs main <Setup> menu, select the DSP decoding options. There are two options, 5.1 and 7.1
decoding. With 7.1 decoding, the Zone output will be switched off.
Dolby Digital Surround EX Decoding
Select either Auto or On. If On is selected, the Surround EX decoding will be forced on thus Dolby Digital
5.1 will become 6.1 matrix.
DTS-ES Matrix
Select either Auto or On. If On is selected, the ES Matrix will be forced on thus DTS 5.1 will become 6.1
matrix.
BACKGROUND to ON or OFF
When ON is selected, on-screen menus will appear against a black background, obscuring the current
video program (if any), when OFF is selected menus will appear in white text superimposed upon the
current video program (if any).
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CREA
TING PRESETS
CREATING
Creating a Preset consists simply of storing a complete set of all settings accessible from the main <Setup>
menu, including Tone Control settings. To save a collection of settings to a Preset, use the HTR 2 remotes
[ /] keys to scroll to the to main <Save to Preset> item. Use [/] to scroll to the desired Presets line
[1-5]; <Stored> will be flashing. Now press the HTR 2s [Enter] to store the Preset; <Stored> will be stop
flashing, confirming that the Preset has been stored.
NOTE: The selected Preset remains in force until you select a different Preset.
NOTE: It is strongly recommended to leave Preset 1 empty; that is, memorized with no changes at all
made to the calibrated values you have entered on all of the <Setup> menu lines. This will make returning
to your calibrated setup defaults easy.
RECALLING PRESETS
You may recall a Preset at any time; the newly recalled Preset will replace the previous Preset (if any).
Presets can only be recalled using the HTR 2 remote:
Press the HTR 2s square [A/V Preset] key (red dot), then press the numeric key 1-5 corresponding to the
desired preset.
NOTE: The [A/V Preset] key works as a momentary shift key: You must press it every time before invoking
a Preset via a numeric key.
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SELECTING SOURCES
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With the HTR 2s remote's [Amp] device selected, the remotes numeric-key section directly selects the A/
V Receivers inputs, plus the internal tuner ([Tuner), Tape Monitor ([Tape]), and multi-channel input ([Ext.
7.1/5.1]) refer to the red labels directly above each key.
When an audio-only source (CD, DISC, TUNER) is selected, the most recently-selected video signal
remains selected, until another audio-video input is selected
When you change sources, the VFL will display the new input in its primary display.
A newly selected input's listening mode (Stereo, EARS, Pro Logic II, etc.) will revert to the mode to which
it is configured on the <Input Settings> line of the setup menu, unless the incoming signal is a Dolby
Digital or DTS source, in which case the input will be set automatically to the appropriate decoding mode.
LISTENING TO RADIO
The T 773s internal AM/FM tuner offers very high quality sound from radio broadcasts. Note that reception
and sound quality will always be dependent to a degree on the type of antenna(s) used, as well as proximity
to the broadcast origin, geography, and weather conditions.
ABOUT ANTENNAS
The supplied ribbon-wire FM antenna can be connected to the rear-panel FM-antenna input using the
balun included adapter, and should be fully extended to form a T. This folded-dipole antenna will usually
work best oriented vertically, with the arms of its T full outstretched and arranged perpendicular to the
origin of the desired broadcast. There are no rules, however, and experimenting freely with antenna
placement and orientation may yield the clearest sound and lowest background noise. In areas of poor FM
reception, an exterior FM antenna can improve performance dramatically. If radio listening is important to
you, consider consulting an antenna installation professional to optimize your system.
The supplied AM loop antenna will usually provide adequate reception. However, an exterior AM antenna
can be used to improve reception; consult an antenna professional for more information.
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TUNING ST
ATIONS
STA
Press SEARCHon the front panel momentarily to step up or down between FM or AM frequencies.
Press and hold SEARCHfor more than 2 seconds to search up or down; the T 773s tuner will stop at
the next sufficiently strong signal it encounters. See Front Panel, above. Pressing the SEARCHkeys
momentarily during the search process will stop the search.
After first pressing amber [TUNER] mode-select key on the HTR 2 to set the remote to control radio
functions, press [TUNE DOWN] or [TUNE UP] on the HTR 2 (yellow lettering); hold in to perform slow manual
search, press momentarily to automatically search (see above).
ABOUT RDS
The Radio Data System (RDS) permits compatible FM A/V Receiverss to display text determined by the
broadcaster. The T 773 supports two RDS modes, station-name (PS mode) and radio-text (RT mode).
However, not every FM station incorporates RDS in its broadcast signal; in most areas you will find from one
to several RDS-enabled stations, but it is by no means impossible that your favorite stations will not be
broadcasting RDS data.
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The Digital Theater System Digital Surround (simply called DTS) is a multi-channel digital signal format that
can process higher data rates than with Dolby Digital. Although both Dolby Digital and DTS are 5.1 channel
media formats, discs bearing the DTS symbol are thought to provide better sound quality due to the lower
audio compression required.
It also offers a broader dynamic, producing magnificent sound quality.
DTS - ES MA
TRIX 6.1
MATRIX
In this format, the additional signals of the back channel receive a matrix encoding and are inputted into the
right and left surround channels. During reproduction they are decoded to the right, left and back surround
channels.
Since this bit-stream format is 100% compatible with conventional DTS signals, the DTS-ES Matrix 6.1
format effect can also be achieved from sources with DTS-ES 5.1 signals.
Naturally, it is also possible to reproduce from a DTS 5.1 channel decoder, signals recorded in DTS-ES 6.1.
When a DTS-ES decoder processes decodes a discrete DTS-ES 6.1 or in Matrix 6.1, these formats are
automatically detected and the Optimum Surround mode is selected.
However, some DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 sources may be detected as DTS. In this case the DTS-ES Matrix mode
should be selected manually in order to reproduce them.
DOLBY DIGIT
AL
DIGITAL
Dolby Digital is the multi-channel digital signal format developed in the Dolby laboratories. Discs bearing the
DOLBY/Digital symbol were recorded with up to 5.1 channels of digital signals, reproducing a much better
sound quality, with dynamic and spatial sound sensations that are much better than in the previous Dolby
Surround.
DOLBY DIGIT
AL EX
DIGITAL
Using a Matrix decoder this method creates the back channel (sometimes also called the surround center)
by means of signals on the left and right surround channels recorded in Dolby Digital 5.1, reproduction being
provided in Surround 6.1. This method should be selected with sources bearing the DOLBY/Digital -EX
symbol, recorded in Dolby Digital Surround EX. With this additional channel you will experience improved
dynamics and a better sensation of movement within the sound field.
If media sources recorded in Dolby Digital EX are decoded with a Digital EX decoder, the format is detected
automatically, and the Dolby Digital EX mode is selected.
However, some media sources recorded in Dolby Digital EX can be detected as simple Dolby Digital media
sources. In this case Dolby Digital EX should be selected manually.
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Enhanced-Stereo 1 (ST1)
All recordings reproduced in stereo via the maximum speaker complement configured in the current
<Speakers Setup>. ST1 can be useful for maximum volume from all channels, or for multi-speaker
background music (cocktail party) listening.
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The following Surround Sound Modes require a specially encoded signal that must be present in digital
format to be decoded by the T 773. These modes are automatically switched on when the appropriate data
stream is detected selected in the setup menu of the source media.
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital EX
Dolby Digital Surround Sound EX
DTS
DTS ES Matrix
DTS ES 6.1
Digital recordings in Dolby Digital or DTS formats are reproduced via the channels employed in the original
recording (up to the maximum channels present in the current <Speaker Settings> setup).
NOTE: The DVD player must be sending a Dolby Digital or DTS bit-stream from its digital output. Your DVD
player probably includes its own setup menu that (among other things) lets you select the default bitstream format, and usually includes an Auto setting that directs the player to choose the Dolby Digital/
DTS signal whenever these are available. In a few cases, you may have to set the players bit-stream
manually to DD/DTS or an equivalent. In the case of DVDs that carry both Dolby Digital and DTS, you
will select one or the other from the discs (not the players) main menu.
Note also that while most Dolby Digital recordings are 5.1-channel surround productions, older examples
may be multi-channel, 2-channel, or even monaural; the T 773 will automatically reproduce the Dolby
Digital signal with the maximum number of channels available.
Both Dolby Digital/EX and DTS/ES 6.1-channel recordings are reproduced using the surround back channel,
if present in the current Speaker Settings setup; additionally, the T 773 creates surround-back signal from
non-EX/ES, 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS recordings.
Dolby Digital EX creates six full-bandwidth output channels from any 5.1-channel Dolby Digital recordings.
The very best results occur with movies or other programs bearing the Dolby Digital Surround EX mark,
which are produced to take full advantage of this playback mode.
The table below indicates which listening modes are available with the two types of audio signal sources:
digital- or analog-input 2-channel (whether the actual signal is monaural, stereo or surround-encoded), and
digital-multichannel (Dolby Digital or DTS). Where a listening mode is not available to a given signal source,
it will not appear in the <Listening Mode> selection rotation.
2-ch analog or PCM
Stereo
EARS
-Dolby Pro Logic II
DTS Neo:6
Matrix 7.1
Enhanced Stereo I
Enhanced Stereo II
Multi-ch. (DD/DTS)
Downmix
-Dolby Digital/EX or DTS/ES
---Enhanced Stereo I*
Enhanced Stereo II*
* downmixed signals
DISPLA
YING THE SIGNAL MODE
DISPLAYING
Keying the front panels DISPLAY or HTR 2 remote's [DISP] key will display on the VFL the channel-mode of
the currently selected input signal, in the format front/surround subwoofer (see 4 DISPLAY in the
Front Panel section).
The following table shows examples of displays seen with various signal types:
Source
Analog
Digital PCM/HDCD
Multi-channel (Dolby Digital)
Multi-channel (DTS)
Readout/OSD
Analog
Digital PCM/HDCD
Dolby D 3/2/.1 (full surround)
Dolby D 3/1/.1
Dolby D 2/0
etc.
dts 3/2/.1 (full surround)
dts 3/1/.1
dts 2/0
etc.
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The following table shows which channels work when a particular mode is selected:
X=
X*
X**
X***
LFE
Finally, make sure all the speaker terminals are tightened particularly if using banana plugs.
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Controls up to 8 devices.
44 function keys.
Learns up to 352 commands.
Records up to 44 macros with a maximum of 64 commands each.
Configurable punch-through.
Key illumination with programmable timeout.
Upgradable.
Contains pre-programmed library of NAD remote codes.
The NAD HTR 2 is ready to operate the T 773 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 of remotecontrol codes to be transmitted by the remaining 44 keys. You may teach codes from any infrared-remotecontrolled component, regardless of brand, to any or all of these. Obviously, the most logical system is that
you teach the codes from your DVD player to the [DVD] Device Selector page, your televisions codes to
the [TV] page, and so on, but there is no required scheme: You may load any commands to any key on
any page (see Learning Codes From Other Remotes, below).
The HTR 2 is already preprogrammed with a full complement of commands for the T 773 A/V Receiver on its
[AMP] Device Selector page, and as well as with library commands to operate most NAD-brand DVD, CD, or
TAPE components on the corresponding Device Selector pages. These default commands are permanent:
Even if you teach the HTR 2 new commands to take their place, the underlying library commands remain in
place and can easily be recalled should you add an NAD component to your system later (see Delete
Mode, below).
NOTE: For use with the T 773, it should not be necessary to re-program any keys on the HTR 2 [AMP]
page. However, in order for the HTR 2 to control your specific NAD-brand components you may need to
load one or more different code-libraries; see Loading Code Libraries, below.
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NOTE: The HTR 2s [VOL] keys are pre-programmed as punched-through for all Device Select pages:
[VOL] will operate the T 773s master-volume regardless of the currently selected device. The [SURR.]
[CENTER,] and [SUB] Channel Volume controls similarly are pre-programmed as punched-through.
To set a punch through, after entering the Learning Mode, and pressing the desired key to be punchedthrough, simply press the device key twice of the device to punch through to. The status LED will turn green;
press the Device Selector key again to exit Learning Mode.
Example: Punch-through the from the DVD page to the AMP [SURR MODE] key:
On the HTR 2, simultaneously press-and-hold [DVD] and [] (record); the Learn LED turns steady green.
Press [SURR MODE]; the Learn LED turns amber.
Press [AMP] twice; the Learn LED turns green.
Press [DVD] again to exit the learning mode.
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 playbackagain, all from a single keypress. The HTR 2 can store one
macro on each of its function keys (these exclude the Device Selector keys).
NOTE: Macros are independent of the currently selected device.
RECORDING MACROS
To record a macro, simultaneously press-and-hold for 3 seconds both the [MACRO] key and the HTR 2
function key to which you wish to assign the macro, until the status LED turns green. The macro button will
also light up. Press the sequence of function keys to be recorded into the macro, being sure to first press
the requisite Device Selector key for each function (you may switch devices while recording the macro as
many times as necessary), allowing you to create macro containing commands from more than one Device
Selector page. When you have finished entering the desired command sequence, press [MACRO] again
to store the macro; the Learn LED and [MACRO] key illumination will turn off.
NOTE: Each macro can store a maximum of 64 command steps. If you exceed this number, the macro will
be stored automatically after the 64th command is added.
Example: Record a Macro to the [0] key to Turn on the T 773, Select the DVD Input, and Commence
Playback:
On the HTR 2, simultaneously press-and-hold [MACRO] and [0] (numeric zero); the Learn LED turns
steady green.
Press [AMP]; press [ON]; press [1] (red DVD); press [DVD]; press [play] (the Learn LED blinks as
each step is added).
Press [MACRO] again to exit the macro-record mode.
To clear a macro, perform the above steps without entering any functions.
EXECUTING MACROS
To execute a macro, press and release [MACRO]; its key illumination lights for 5 seconds. While it remains
lit, press an HTR 2 key to which a macro has previously been stored. The corresponding macro will run; as
each step executes, its parent Device Selectors key flashes lights briefly; when execution is finished, the
[MACRO] key illumination goes out. Pressing any other HTR 2 key while a macro is executing will abort the
macro. Remember that you must hold the HTR 2 so that its infrared emitter can activate the target
components.
NOTE: When a macro executes, a 1 second delay is automatically inserted between its commands. If you
need more than a 1 second delay between particular commandsfor example, to permit a component to
power up completelyyou can record empty steps into the macro by changing Device Selector pages
without entering actual command functions.
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FACTORY RESET
The HTR-2 can be reset to its factory state, deleting all learned commands, copied and punched-through
keys, macros, and other setup information, reverting all keys to their pre-programmed library commands. To
perform a factory reset simultaneously press-and-hold for 10 seconds the HTR 2s [ON] and [RTN] keys; the
Learn LED will start to flash green. Release [ON] and [RTN] before the second flash is complete; the Learn
LED will turn red, indicate the remote has been reset.
NOTE: You must release [ON] and [RTN] before the second flash goes out, otherwise the unit will not
reset; should this occur, repeat the full procedure.
DELETE MODE
The HTR 2 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 773 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.
NOTE: The default library commands cannot be deleted, so you need not worry that using Delete Mode
might cause irreparable changes.
To enter Delete Mode, simultaneously press-and-hold for 3 seconds both the desired keys Device Selector
key and the [RTN] key, until the Learn LED turns green. Press the function key whose command you wish
to delete; the Learn LED flashes; the number of times indicates which type of function has become active
see the table below. Press the active Device Selector key again to exit Delete Mode.
NOTE: You may delete multiple function-key commands on the same Device Selector page, but to
delete from more than one Device Selector page you must exit Delete Mode and then re-enter it on the
required page.
Flashes
1
2
3
Command Type
Default Library Command
Copied Library Command
Learned Command
LOADING CODE-LIBRARIES
The HTR 2 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.
Begin by ensuring that the component you wish the HTR 2 to control is plugged in and powered-up (on,
not merely in standby). To enter the HTR 2s Library Mode, simultaneously press-and-hold for 3 seconds both
the desired Device Selector key and the [A/V PRESET] key, until the Learn LED turns green. While keeping
the HTR 2 pointed toward the component, enter the first appropriate three-digit code-library number from
the table below. If the component turns off, press [ENTER] to accept that code-library number and exit the
Library Mode. If the component does not turn off, enter the next three-digit code-library number from the
table. When you enter the correct number the component will turn off; press [ENTER] to accept that codelibrary number and exit the Library Mode.
NAD-brand component
CD
CD Player (new)
CD Player (old)
TAPE
Tape Deck B
Tape Deck A
DVD
T562
T550, L55
T512, T531, T532
T571, T572
L56
T513, T533
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ENGLISH
Enter Library Mode by simultaneously pressing-and-holding for 3 seconds both the desired Device Selector
key and the [A/V PRESET] key, until the Learn LED turns green. Now press-and-hold the HTR 2s [] (or
[]) key; the remote will step through all the available codes at a rate of approximately 1 per second. When
the component turns off, immediately release the cursor key; press [ENTER] to accept that code-library and
exit the Library Mode. Try a few commands; should you prove to have stepped past the needed code-library,
re-enter the Library Mode and use the cursor key to step back to it.
NOTE: It is possible that search mode will find code-libraries that operate, at least partially, some otherbrand (non-NAD) components. You may certainly exploit such capabilities as you find them. However,
since we can only ensure the completeness or accuracy of NAD code-libraries, we cannot support the HTR
2s operation with other-brand components.
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 components Device Selector key and
the [A/V PRESET] key, until the Learn LED turns green. Press the [DISP] key; the HTR 2 indicates the current
code-library by flashing its [TAPE], [VCR], and [MACRO] keys. For example, to indicate code-library #501 the
HTR 2 will flash [TAPE] 5 times, pause, and then flash [MACRO] once. You might wish to make a note of your
components code-library numbers.
TRIGGER SETUP
The T 773s rear-panel TRIGGER output can be assigned to any of its six AV inputs: DVD, SAT, VCR, VIDEO
4-6. Whenever the assigned input is selected, either manually or by recalling a Preset, the TRIGGER output
will produce +12 V DC, which can be used to activate a connected component or system. See your NAD
audio specialist for more information.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
CONDITION
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
Faulty/missing cables
<Speaker Settings> channel (s) set to "None"
Power-amp or speaker-connections faulty
Check cables
Check <Speaker Settings> menu
Check power amp, cabling, and speakers
NO DOLBY DIGITAL/DTS
Check connections
Check source component setup
Change Main/Zone DSP Decoding from
7.1/OFF to 5.1/2.0
Check batteries
Check IR windows and ensure clear
line-of-sight from remote to T 773
Reduce sunlight/room lighting
Microprocessor error
T 773 may have over heated
OR REMOTE CONTROL
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AC power unplugged
Power not switched on
Outlet is unpowered
Tape Monitor is engaged
POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS(S)
Check AC cable, connection, and outlet
Disengage Tape Monitor
SPECIFICATIONS
AV SURROUND SOUND RECEIVER
T 773
Amplifier Section
0.08%
0.08%
60
Frequency response
5 to 20,000 Hz
> 90dB
> 80dB
Remote Control
HTR 2 / ZR 2
ENGLISH
0.8dB
Preamplifier Section
Input sensitivity and impedance
Frequency response
5 to 20,000 Hz
> 85dB
Remote Control
HTR 2 / ZR 2
0.8dB
Tuner Section
Input sensitivity Mono
16.1dBf
50dB Stereo:
36.1dBf
0.25%
0.5%
60dB
55dB
40dB
30Hz - 15kHz
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Net Weight
Shipping Weight
Specifications are subject to change without notice. For updated documentation and features please log onto www.nadelectronics.com for the latest
information about your T 773.
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