NAD CI 8-150 Multi-Channel DSP IP-Addressable Distribution Amplifier

SMART CI SOLUTION WITH AUDIOPHILE PERFORMANCE FOR DISTRIBUTED AUDIO

The Ncore amplifier platform delivers stable and efficient power with high current capability, all in a slim 1U rack space. To make this level of performance possible, the CI 8-150 DSP uses a customized version of the proven Ncore output stage. This allows for massive power with extremely low distortion and noise in the audible range. Every detail of this design has been carefully executed to wring out every last drop of performance. Designed to deal with the demands of the CI world, it was made to handle long cable runs and difficult speaker loads.

For additional flexibility for the system designer, the CI 8-150 offers multiple inputs including an additional two coax inputs and two optical inputs.

NAD is keenly aware that reliability is paramount for a professional installer so all models will be based on tried and true amplification platforms delivering stable and reliable performance. The CI 8-150 amplifier is robust and stable at 4 Ohm impedance. A variety of power methods are available as well as an Eco mode setting for minimal power consumption.

Features:

Continuous output power into 8 ohms

• 150 W (ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz at rated THD – all channels driven)
• 180 W (ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz at rated THD – two channels driven)

Continuous output power into into 4 ohms

• 180 W (ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz at rated THD – all channels driven)
• 300W (ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz at rated THD – two channels driven)

Continuous output power into into 8 ohms (Bridged)

• 280 W (ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz 0.02% THD – all channels driven)
• 500 W (ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz 0.02% THD – two channels driven)
• Rated THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz): 0.02% (1 W to 120 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)

IHF Dynamic Power

• 8 ohm (all channels driven): 180W
• 4 ohm (all channels driven): 280W
• 8 ohm (2 channels driven): 200W
• 4 ohm (2 channels driven): 360W

IHF Dynamic Power(Bridged mode)

• 8 ohm(all channels driven): 520W
• 4 ohm(all channels driven): 670W
• 8 ohm(two channels driven): 600W
• 4 ohm(two channels driven): 800W

Clipping power (All channels driven)

• 160W(1kHz8ohms 0.1%THD)
• 200W(1kHz4ohms 0.1%THD)

Clipping power into 8 ohms at Bridged mode

• 300 W (1 kHz 0.1 % THD – all channels driven)
• 550 W (1 kHz 0.1 % THD – two channels driven)
• Damping Factor:
• 150 (ref. 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 6.5 kHz)
• Frequency Response: ±0.5dB(20Hz-20kHz)
• Signal/Noise Ratio: 90 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, ref. 1 W out in 8 ohms)
• Peak output current:26A(1ohm,1ms)

Channel separation

• 75 dB (1 kHz)
• 65 dB (10 kHz)
• Maximum undistorted input level: 3300 mV
• Input sensitivity (for 120 W in 8 ohms, maximum volume): 1450 mV
• Analog Input audio sense threshold (one channel with signal): 3 ± 0.5 mVrms (ref. 100 Hz – 10 kHz)
• Trigger IN level: 3-30Vdc
• Standby power: 0.5 W

Dimensions and Weight

• Dimensions (W x H x D)*: 19.02x 3.54x 17.13
• Shipping Weight: 38.8
• NOTE* Gross dimension includes extended rear panel terminals and excludes installed feet