MDC MODULES
NAD AM 17
Audio MDC Module
- overview
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- features
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Works with: M15HD and M17
NAD introduced Modular Design Construction (MDC) in 2006, revolutionizing home audio systems by enabling cost-effective hardware upgrades to keep pace with new digital technologies. The innovative MDC technology eliminates early obsolescence, ensuring that your audio system stays current. Specifically designed for the Masters Series M17 AV Processor, the AM 17 incorporates Dolby Atmos® technology, which enhances the surround sound experience by adding a third dimension of height. This evolution transforms the 7.1 channel M17 into an eleven-channel surround processor, supporting the Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 sound field. The AM 17 is equipped with Dirac Live™, the most advanced room correction technology available, making it an ideal component for optimizing your audio system.
Works with: M15HD and M17
NAD introduced Modular Design Construction (MDC) in 2006, revolutionizing home audio systems by enabling cost-effective hardware upgrades to keep pace with new digital technologies. The innovative MDC technology eliminates early obsolescence, ensuring that your audio system stays current. Specifically designed for the Masters Series M17 AV Processor, the AM 17 incorporates Dolby Atmos® technology, which enhances the surround sound experience by adding a third dimension of height. This evolution transforms the 7.1 channel M17 into an eleven-channel surround processor, supporting the Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 sound field. The AM 17 is equipped with Dirac Live™, the most advanced room correction technology available, making it an ideal component for optimizing your audio system.
Key Features | |
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2 x Optical Input | 2 coax input |
4 x Mini-XLR Balanced Line Level Outputs for adding additional Atmos channels |
Technology
Modular Design Versatility
The AM 17’s Modular Design Construction (MDC) allows seamless upgrades, keeping customers at the forefront of technology. Introduced in 2006 with HDMI 1.2, subsequent upgrades to HDMI 1.3, HDMI 1.4, and HDMI 2.0 ensure longevity and protect the original investment, providing customers with cutting-edge features well into the future.
Immersive Dolby Atmos Experience
The AM 17 features the AM 17 Audio Module with Dolby Atmos, providing a groundbreaking leap in surround sound technology. Supporting up to a 7.1.4 Atmos speaker configuration, this module utilizes object-based decoding and overhead speakers to create a three-dimensional audio experience. Customers enjoy the most realistic and immersive home audio, with support for DTS:X, DTS TrueHD, HD, and Neo:6.
Precision Room Correction with Dirac Live™
The AM 17 employs Dirac Live™, the pinnacle of room correction technology. Unlike traditional systems, Dirac Live corrects both frequency and impulse responses, enhancing room acoustics, stereo image, clarity, and transient reproduction. This ensures optimal audio quality by addressing room-specific challenges, delivering an unparalleled listening experience.
Audiophile-Quality Sound Engineering
NAD’s commitment to state-of-the-art digital engineering shines in the AM 17. With audiophile-quality 24/192 DACs, the system achieves nearly immeasurable noise and distortion. Its wide dynamic range fully resolves advanced cinematic soundtracks and Hi-Res Audio. Customers experience superior audio quality, immersing them in the richness and detail of their favorite content on this 7.1 Dolby Atmos receiver.
Modular Design Versatility
The AM 17’s Modular Design Construction (MDC) allows seamless upgrades, keeping customers at the forefront of technology. Introduced in 2006 with HDMI 1.2, subsequent upgrades to HDMI 1.3, HDMI 1.4, and HDMI 2.0 ensure longevity and protect the original investment, providing customers with cutting-edge features well into the future.
Immersive Dolby Atmos Experience
The AM 17 features the AM 17 Audio Module with Dolby Atmos, providing a groundbreaking leap in surround sound technology. Supporting up to a 7.1.4 Atmos speaker configuration, this module utilizes object-based decoding and overhead speakers to create a three-dimensional audio experience. Customers enjoy the most realistic and immersive home audio, with support for DTS:X, DTS TrueHD, HD, and Neo:6.
Precision Room Correction with Dirac Live™
The AM 17 employs Dirac Live™, the pinnacle of room correction technology. Unlike traditional systems, Dirac Live corrects both frequency and impulse responses, enhancing room acoustics, stereo image, clarity, and transient reproduction. This ensures optimal audio quality by addressing room-specific challenges, delivering an unparalleled listening experience.
Audiophile-Quality Sound Engineering
NAD’s commitment to state-of-the-art digital engineering shines in the AM 17. With audiophile-quality 24/192 DACs, the system achieves nearly immeasurable noise and distortion. Its wide dynamic range fully resolves advanced cinematic soundtracks and Hi-Res Audio. Customers experience superior audio quality, immersing them in the richness and detail of their favorite content on this 7.1 Dolby Atmos receiver.
FIRMWARE
DATA SHEET
SOFTWARE
To download a copy of the firmware for your NAD unit please contact support
FIRMWARE
DATA SHEET
SOFTWARE
To download a copy of the firmware for your NAD unit please contact support
- overview
- specifications
- features
- gallery
- downloads
Works with: M15HD and M17
NAD introduced Modular Design Construction (MDC) in 2006, revolutionizing home audio systems by enabling cost-effective hardware upgrades to keep pace with new digital technologies. The innovative MDC technology eliminates early obsolescence, ensuring that your audio system stays current. Specifically designed for the Masters Series M17 AV Processor, the AM 17 incorporates Dolby Atmos® technology, which enhances the surround sound experience by adding a third dimension of height. This evolution transforms the 7.1 channel M17 into an eleven-channel surround processor, supporting the Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 sound field. The AM 17 is equipped with Dirac Live™, the most advanced room correction technology available, making it an ideal component for optimizing your audio system.
Works with: M15HD and M17
NAD introduced Modular Design Construction (MDC) in 2006, revolutionizing home audio systems by enabling cost-effective hardware upgrades to keep pace with new digital technologies. The innovative MDC technology eliminates early obsolescence, ensuring that your audio system stays current. Specifically designed for the Masters Series M17 AV Processor, the AM 17 incorporates Dolby Atmos® technology, which enhances the surround sound experience by adding a third dimension of height. This evolution transforms the 7.1 channel M17 into an eleven-channel surround processor, supporting the Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 sound field. The AM 17 is equipped with Dirac Live™, the most advanced room correction technology available, making it an ideal component for optimizing your audio system.
Key Features
Key Features | |
---|---|
2 x Optical Input | 2 x Coax Input |
4 x Mini-XLR Balanced Line Level Outputs for adding additional Atmos channels |
Technology
Modular Design Versatility
The AM 17’s Modular Design Construction (MDC) allows seamless upgrades, keeping customers at the forefront of technology. Introduced in 2006 with HDMI 1.2, subsequent upgrades to HDMI 1.3, HDMI 1.4, and HDMI 2.0 ensure longevity and protect the original investment, providing customers with cutting-edge features well into the future.
Immersive Dolby Atmos Experience
The AM 17 features the AM 17 Audio Module with Dolby Atmos, providing a groundbreaking leap in surround sound technology. Supporting up to a 7.1.4 Atmos speaker configuration, this module utilizes object-based decoding and overhead speakers to create a three-dimensional audio experience. Customers enjoy the most realistic and immersive home audio, with support for DTS:X, DTS TrueHD, HD, and Neo:6.
Precision Room Correction with Dirac Live™
The AM 17 employs Dirac Live™, the pinnacle of room correction technology. Unlike traditional systems, Dirac Live corrects both frequency and impulse responses, enhancing room acoustics, stereo image, clarity, and transient reproduction. This ensures optimal audio quality by addressing room-specific challenges, delivering an unparalleled listening experience.
Audiophile-Quality Sound Engineering
NAD’s commitment to state-of-the-art digital engineering shines in the AM 17. With audiophile-quality 24/192 DACs, the system achieves nearly immeasurable noise and distortion. Its wide dynamic range fully resolves advanced cinematic soundtracks and Hi-Res Audio. Customers experience superior audio quality, immersing them in the richness and detail of their favorite content on this 7.1 Dolby Atmos receiver.
Modular Design Versatility
The AM 17’s Modular Design Construction (MDC) allows seamless upgrades, keeping customers at the forefront of technology. Introduced in 2006 with HDMI 1.2, subsequent upgrades to HDMI 1.3, HDMI 1.4, and HDMI 2.0 ensure longevity and protect the original investment, providing customers with cutting-edge features well into the future.
Immersive Dolby Atmos Experience
The AM 17 features the AM 17 Audio Module with Dolby Atmos, providing a groundbreaking leap in surround sound technology. Supporting up to a 7.1.4 Atmos speaker configuration, this module utilizes object-based decoding and overhead speakers to create a three-dimensional audio experience. Customers enjoy the most realistic and immersive home audio, with support for DTS:X, DTS TrueHD, HD, and Neo:6.
Precision Room Correction with Dirac Live™
The AM 17 employs Dirac Live™, the pinnacle of room correction technology. Unlike traditional systems, Dirac Live corrects both frequency and impulse responses, enhancing room acoustics, stereo image, clarity, and transient reproduction. This ensures optimal audio quality by addressing room-specific challenges, delivering an unparalleled listening experience.
Audiophile-Quality Sound Engineering
NAD’s commitment to state-of-the-art digital engineering shines in the AM 17. With audiophile-quality 24/192 DACs, the system achieves nearly immeasurable noise and distortion. Its wide dynamic range fully resolves advanced cinematic soundtracks and Hi-Res Audio. Customers experience superior audio quality, immersing them in the richness and detail of their favorite content on this 7.1 Dolby Atmos receiver.