NAD C546 BEE User Manual

NAD C 546BEE CD Player

It’s hard to mess with success. But following the superb performance of our 5-star rated C 545BEE, the C 546BEE

CD Player steps it up to the next level. Every aspect of sonic performance has been re ned and enhanced, thanks
to an extensive update of the circuit layout and components. We’ve also given the C 546BEE a cosmetic makeover.
Comparable to more costly CD players, this is the perfect companion to our C 356BEE Integrated Ampli er or any system
in need of an upgrade. A new benchmark has been set.

Features

> Musically Complete Audio

The C 546BEE features new circuitry and component choices
that dramatically improve low frequency slam and extension,
while maintaining pace and timing that you will surely
appreciate. Image depth and scale are further enhanced while
retaining timbral accuracy and lucid harmonic structure.The
result is a musically complete and rewarding performance.

> More Music

The C 546BEE supports a wide range of program material,

including CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and unlike older CD players,

it will easily play discs encoded with MP3 and WMA
compression. The C 546BEE also features a USB Input that

supports external memory and audio rates up to 384kbps.

> Inside Beauty
We isolated the analogue and digital audio sections electrically
by using separate power regulators to reduce interaction.
The C 546BEE uses carefully selected components, including
high quality 5532 op-amps and a 24-bit high-resolution
Wolfson digital-to-analogue converter chip for excellent
low-level linearity and detail retrieving capabilities. We

also carefully laid out the PCB tracks around the digital-to-

analogue converter to help optimize the audio performance.

> User-friendly

A number of thoughtful features promise to make the

C 546BEE more enjoyable to use. ‘RANDOM’ randomly

selects all tracks on the disc, and ‘REPEAT’ allows repeat
playing of either the entire disc or individual tracks. Individual
tracks can be quickly accessed using the SKIP function, and
the SCAN function gives an aural précis of individual tracks.

> Digital Outputs

Not all digital outputs are created equal, so we’ve paid
special attention to such details. The coaxial output is
buffered and isolated by a 75 ohm matching transformer
thus isolating the converter to ensure perfect matching.
This reduces jitter that could otherwise distort the digital data

stream. An optical Toslink output is also provided allowing

connection to supported devices.

> Simplicity and Control

The C 546BEE comes supplied with an easy-to-use NAD
CD-8 Full Function remote control, giving you direct and
complete control of the C 546BEE from the comfort of your
listening chair. The remote allows programming of up to

20 tracks, removal of tracks with a single click, and

effortless navigation.

C 546BEE

Total Depth 307mm

Total Height

89mm

Total Width 435mm

Specications

GENERAL C 546BEE

Output Level

Coaxial

Frequency Response 5Hz - 20kHz ±0.5dB
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.0035%
Signal/Noise Ratio 118dB (ref. 1kHz, A-weighted LPF Stop, Pause)
Channel Balance ±0.5dB (ref. 0dB 1kHz)
Dynamic Range 95dB
Channel Separation >110dB
De-emphasis <0.5dB
Linearity ±0.5dB 0 to -90dB

USB

Frequency Response ±1dB (ref. 0dB 20Hz - 16kHz)
Total Harmonic Distortion <0.03% (ref. 0dB 1kHz, Audio LPF)

POWER CONSUMPTION

Standby Power <0.5W (120V/230V)

Idle Power 9W

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Unit Dimensions

Net Weight 4.9kg (10.8lb)
Shipping Weight 6.3kg (13.9lb)

(WxHxD) - Gross*

Analogue

Optical

2.2 ±0.2V
0dB (ref 2.2V)
500 ±150mV

435 x 307 x 89mm
17 1/8 x 12 1/16 x 3 9/16 inches**

* Gross dimensions include feet, extended buttons and rear panel terminals.
** Non-metric measurements are approximate. NAD Electronics will not assume any liability for errors being made by retailers, custom installers,

cabinet makers, or other end users based on information contained in this document.

Note: Installers should allow a minimum clearance of 55mm for wire/cable management.

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