T 163 A/V Tuner Preamplifier
• Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital
ProLogic IIx, DTS, DTS ES, DTS NEO:6, Matrix 7.1,
EARS, Enhanced Stereo
For the enthusiast that seeks the highest levels of
performance and flexibility, NAD has created the T 163
A/V Tuner Preamp. When matched with an NAD multi-
channel power amp, the T 163 clearly achieves NAD’s
10/10 Rule: adding 10% more performance would increase
the price by a factor of 10! Whether your primary interest
is Hollywood movies, music videos, or just listening to
music, the T 163 delivers on the NAD promise of creating
an intense and involving home entertainment experience
at a price that competes with “ordinary” components from
the mass-market brands.
•Stereo Bypass
•24 bit/192kHz DACs for all channels
•6 Video Inputs all S-Video and Composite, 2 Tape
Loops
• Component Video, 3 Inputs and 1 Output
HDTV Compatible
•3 Audio Inputs, 1 Tape Loop
•6 Digital Inputs, 4 Coaxial, 2 TOS Link freely
assignable
•2 Digital Outputs, 1 Coaxial, 1 TOS Link
•7.1 Analogue Input
Separates vs. Receivers
Separate components have always been used in
professional applications, and occupy the highest tier
of performance for consumer electronics products.
Simply put, the receiver concept makes compromises in
performance and flexibility in favor of convenience and
price. This is especially true for the power amplifier section
of the receiver. The large power supply and output stage
heat sinks of the power amp must be compromised to fit
in the single chassis format of the receiver. These high
power parts can also cause interference with the low-
voltage sensitive circuits used in preamplifier, tuner, and
decoder sections of the receiver. The T 163 combines all
the control and decoding functions in one compact chassis,
giving up nothing to the convenience of the receiver, yet
by separating the power amp stages gives a big jump in
performance and flexibility.
•Analogue input levels are adjustable for best S/N
ratio
•Pre-amp Outputs employ discrete component buffer
amps for ultra-low output impedance and high
current drive
•Zone 2 A/V Preout with independent source and
volume
•RS-232 port interface for advanced control systems
and software upgrades
•IEC Detachable Power Cable
•3 x 12V Trigger Outputs, 12V Trigger Input
•3 x IR Outputs, IR Input
•All Inputs can be renamed, and preferred surround
mode is saved
•5 Custom Scenario Presets store unique speaker
setting (Bass Management) surround mode and tone
control settings for instant recall
Features
•HTR-2 - 8 Device Illuminated Learning Remote with
Macro function
The T 163 offers remarkable system flexibility, with all
audio, video and digital inputs freely assignable to a non-
volatile memory. Inputs can also be renamed to add a
custom touch to your system. This is easily accomplished
via the OSD (On Screen Display) or via the RS-232 and
available PC program.
•ZR-2 Second Zone Remote included, discrete codes
for independent zone
The T 163 also includes rear panel IR input and outputs in
addition to a 2-way RS-232 communications port to allow
easy interface to advanced control systems like Aegis
and Crestron. With a Zone 2 audio and video output,
the T 163 is really two components in one, allowing
Analogue performance
Analogue input impedance
Analogue frequency response
Maximum input level
THD+N
15K /100pF
5Hz to 20K -/±0.8dB
8V
0.008%
>90dB
95dB
70dB
70dB
5V
Signal/noise ratio
Dynamic Range
Analogue channel separation
Crosstalk
Maximum output level
Output impedance
Main pre-out
150 ohms
330 ohms
330 ohms
Tape out
Multi-room output
Tone Controls
Bass
±10dB
±10dB
Treble
Digital input performance
THD+N (Bandwidth 10Hz - 20kHz)
0.008%
Video Section
Input and output impedance
Component Video Bandwidth
Composite and S-Video
75Ω
50MHz
≥ 12MHz
Tuner Section
Input sensitivity Mono
50dB Stereo:
16.1dBf
36.1dBf
0.25%
Harmonic Distortion; FM Mono
Harmonic Distortion; FM Stereo
Signal/noise; Mono
0.5%
60dB
Signal/noise; Stereo
55dB
Stereo separation at 1kHz
Frequency response; + 1.5dB
40dB
30Hz - 15kHz
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (W x H x D)
17 1/8 x 5 15/16 x 15 3/8”
(435 x 150 x 399 mm)
17.6 lbs (8kg)
Net Weight
Shipping Weight
22.4 lbs (10.2kg)
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