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NAD CI 980
8 Channel Amplifier
AMPLIFIERS
CI 980
8 Channel Amplifier
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Experience the epitome of simplicity and superior audio quality with the NAD CI 980, a top-tier home theatre amplifier and stereo amplifier. Renowned for its robust reliability, this rack-mount amplifier has consistently proven its worth in the field, making it a best-seller. NAD’s commitment to system reliability, easy installation, and unparalleled value for money shines through in the CI 980 design. As a powerhouse in the realm of amplifier brands, NAD consistently earns accolades for both performance and affordability. The CI 980 delivers a warm, expansive, and intensely musical sound, capable of driving real-world speaker loads to perfection. Immerse yourself in a remarkable listening experience as the CI 980 reveals the best performance from any speaker. Its impressively quiet operation ensures an optimal audio experience, particularly crucial in smaller spaces with efficient speakers. Enhance your audio setup with NAD, redefining the standards for high-performance distributed audio systems.
Experience the epitome of simplicity and superior audio quality with the NAD CI 980, a top-tier home theatre amplifier and stereo amplifier. Renowned for its robust reliability, this rack-mount amplifier has consistently proven its worth in the field, making it a best-seller. NAD’s commitment to system reliability, easy installation, and unparalleled value for money shines through in the CI 980 design. As a powerhouse in the realm of amplifier brands, NAD consistently earns accolades for both performance and affordability. The CI 980 delivers a warm, expansive, and intensely musical sound, capable of driving real-world speaker loads to perfection. Immerse yourself in a remarkable listening experience as the CI 980 reveals the best performance from any speaker. Its impressively quiet operation ensures an optimal audio experience, particularly crucial in smaller spaces with efficient speakers. Enhance your audio setup with NAD, redefining the standards for high-performance distributed audio systems.
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Key Features
Eight channels of clean, low distortion power set up in
four stereo zone configuration |
50W x 8 @ 8 Ohms; 60W x 8 @ 4 Ohms; 120W @ 8
Ohms in Bridge Mode |
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Key Features
Universal voltage to accommodate marine or avionics
installations |
Compact 2U rack height with rack ears
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Key Features
Phoenix speaker connection blocks
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Detachable power cable for easy service and
upgrades |
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Key Features
Indicator lamps for each zone that show protection status
and amplifier clipping |
<0.5W standby consumption
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Key Features
<0.03% THD; <0.04% IMD (SMPTE, CCIR)
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>86dBA referenced to 1W
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Overall Specifications
Continuous Output Power
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Overall Specifications
8 Ohms
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8 x 50W (ref. rated THD, 20Hz-20Hz, all channels driven)
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4 Ohms
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8 x 60W
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Overall Specifications
8 Ohms Bridge Mode
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120W
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Overall Specifications
Rated THD (250mW to rated power, CCIF IMD, DIM 100)
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<0.03% (ref. 20Hz-20kHz)
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Overall Specifications
Clipping Power
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>155W (ref. 1kHz, 8 Ohms, 0.1% THD)
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Damping Factor
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>150 (ref. 8 Ohms, 50Hz and 1kHz)
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Overall Specifications
Input Sensitivity
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1.1V (ref. rated power)
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Voltage Gain
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33dB
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Overall Specifications
Frequency Response
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20Hz-20kHz ±1dB
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Overall Specifications
Signal/Noise Ratio, A-Weighted
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>80dB (ref. 1W/8 Ohms)
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Overall Specifications
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>100dB (ref. 50W)
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Overall Specifications
Miniumu Input Signal to Trigger (auto sense mode)
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>20mV
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Overall Specifications
Time to Automatic Standby (without signal at input sense mode)
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10 minutes
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Rated Power
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600W (120V 60Hz, 230V 50Hz)
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Overall Specifications
Idle Power
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<26W
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Overall Specifications
Standby Power
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<0.5W
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| Weight & Dimensions | |
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Weight & Dimensions
Gross Dimensions* (W x H x D)
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483 x 105 x 323mm (19 1/16 x 4 3/16 x 12 3/4”)**
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Weight & Dimensions
Net Weight
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5.72kg (12.6lb)
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Weight & Dimensions
Shipping Weight
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7.1kg (15.65lb)
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*Gross dimensions include feet, extended buttons and rear panel terminals.
**Non-metric measurements are approximate.
Full Disclosure Power (FDP) Assurance
Unleash the true potential of your home theatre with the CI 980’s Full Disclosure Power (FDP) ratings. Offering a robust 50 watts per channel at 8 ohms simultaneously across all channels, this stereo amplifier ensures unwavering power in multi-room setups. With bridgeable capabilities to 120 watts per channel and stability into 4 ohm loads, experience unmatched performance without concerns about strain or lack of power.
NAD Amplification Excellence
Transform your audio experience with NAD’s cutting-edge amplification technology. The CI 980 boasts 8 channels of clean, low-distortion power arranged in a 4 stereo zone configuration, delivering 50 watts per channel. Designed to drive low impedance speakers and long wire runs, it utilizes high-efficiency switching amplifier technology for a compact, lightweight, and energy-efficient design, preserving NAD’s renowned musical sound quality.
Rack Space Efficiency and Reliability
Optimize your rack space with the CI 980’s space-efficient 2U rack height and included rack ears. With universal voltage compatibility, short-circuit and overheating protection, and <0.5W Standby consumption, this home theatre amplifier ensures reliability and energy efficiency. The phoenix speaker connection blocks and thermostatically controlled forced air-cooling to simplify installation, making it ideal for marine, avionics, or multi-unit rack setups.
Simplicity in Integration and System Synergy
Seamlessly integrate the CI 980 into your audio setup with user-friendly features. Choose between DC trigger or signal-sensing auto on/off, with a sophisticated music sensing circuit to eliminate false triggers. The CI 980 synergizes effortlessly with other NAD components like the CI 580 V2 4-zone BluOS rack mount streamer or the Bluesound NODE, offering a complete hi-res multi-room package. Alternatively, pair it with the T 758 V3i and T 778 for additional pre-outs, delivering a perfectly matched combination of power and performance for diverse audio needs.
Full Disclosure Power (FDP) Assurance
Unleash the true potential of your home theatre with the CI 980’s Full Disclosure Power (FDP) ratings. Offering a robust 50 watts per channel at 8 ohms simultaneously across all channels, this stereo amplifier ensures unwavering power in multi-room setups. With bridgeable capabilities to 120 watts per channel and stability into 4 ohm loads, experience unmatched performance without concerns about strain or lack of power.
NAD Amplification Excellence
Transform your audio experience with NAD’s cutting-edge amplification technology. The CI 980 boasts 8 channels of clean, low-distortion power arranged in a 4 stereo zone configuration, delivering 50 watts per channel. Designed to drive low impedance speakers and long wire runs, it utilizes high-efficiency switching amplifier technology for a compact, lightweight, and energy-efficient design, preserving NAD’s renowned musical sound quality.
Rack Space Efficiency and Reliability
Optimize your rack space with the CI 980’s space-efficient 2U rack height and included rack ears. With universal voltage compatibility, short-circuit and overheating protection, and <0.5W Standby consumption, this home theatre amplifier ensures reliability and energy efficiency. The phoenix speaker connection blocks and thermostatically controlled forced air-cooling to simplify installation, making it ideal for marine, avionics, or multi-unit rack setups.
Simplicity in Integration and System Synergy
Seamlessly integrate the CI 980 into your audio setup with user-friendly features. Choose between DC trigger or signal-sensing auto on/off, with a sophisticated music sensing circuit to eliminate false triggers. The CI 980 synergizes effortlessly with other NAD components like the CI 580 V2 4-zone BluOS rack mount streamer or the Bluesound NODE, offering a complete hi-res multi-room package. Alternatively, pair it with the T 758 V3i and T 778 for additional pre-outs, delivering a perfectly matched combination of power and performance for diverse audio needs.
MANUAL
CAD AND PDF DRAWINGS
To download a copy of the firmware for your NAD unit please contact support
DATA SHEET
BROCHURE
MANUAL
CAD AND PDF DRAWINGS
To download a copy of the firmware for your NAD unit please contact support
DATA SHEET
BROCHURE
Experience the epitome of simplicity and superior audio quality with the NAD CI 980, a top-tier home theatre amplifier and stereo amplifier. Renowned for its robust reliability, this rack-mount amplifier has consistently proven its worth in the field, making it a best-seller. NAD’s commitment to system reliability, easy installation, and unparalleled value for money shines through in the CI 980 design. As a powerhouse in the realm of amplifier brands, NAD consistently earns accolades for both performance and affordability. The CI 980 delivers a warm, expansive, and intensely musical sound, capable of driving real-world speaker loads to perfection. Immerse yourself in a remarkable listening experience as the CI 980 reveals the best performance from any speaker. Its impressively quiet operation ensures an optimal audio experience, particularly crucial in smaller spaces with efficient speakers. Enhance your audio setup with NAD, redefining the standards for high-performance distributed audio systems.
Experience the epitome of simplicity and superior audio quality with the NAD CI 980, a top-tier home theatre amplifier and stereo amplifier. Renowned for its robust reliability, this rack-mount amplifier has consistently proven its worth in the field, making it a best-seller. NAD’s commitment to system reliability, easy installation, and unparalleled value for money shines through in the CI 980 design. As a powerhouse in the realm of amplifier brands, NAD consistently earns accolades for both performance and affordability. The CI 980 delivers a warm, expansive, and intensely musical sound, capable of driving real-world speaker loads to perfection. Immerse yourself in a remarkable listening experience as the CI 980 reveals the best performance from any speaker. Its impressively quiet operation ensures an optimal audio experience, particularly crucial in smaller spaces with efficient speakers. Enhance your audio setup with NAD, redefining the standards for high-performance distributed audio systems.
| Key Features | |
|---|---|
| Eight channels of clean, low distortion power set up in four stereo zone configuration | 50W x 8 @ 8 Ohms; 60W x 8 @ 4 Ohms; 120W @ 8 Ohms in Bridge Mode |
| Universal voltage to accommodate marine or avionics installations | Compact 2U rack height with rack ears |
| Phoenix speaker connection blocks | Detachable power cable for easy service and upgrades |
| Indicator lamps for each zone that show protection status and amplifier clipping | <0.5W standby consumption |
| <0.03% THD; <0.04% IMD (SMPTE, CCIR) | >86dBA referenced to 1W |
| Overall Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Continuous Output Power | |
| 8 Ohms | 8 x 50W (ref. rated THD, 20Hz-20Hz, all channels driven) |
| 4 Ohms | 8 x 60W |
| 8 Ohms Bridge Mode | 120W |
| Rated THD (250mW to rated power, CCIF IMD, DIM 100) | <0.03% (ref. 20Hz-20kHz) |
| Clipping Power | >155W (ref. 1kHz, 8 Ohms, 0.1% THD) |
| Damping Factor | >150 (ref. 8 Ohms, 50Hz and 1kHz) |
| Input Sensitivity | 1.1V (ref. rated power) |
| Voltage Gain | 33dB |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz-20kHz ±1dB |
| Signal/Noise Ratio, A-Weighted | >80dB (ref. 1W/8 Ohms) |
| >100dB (ref. 50W) | |
| Miniumu Input Signal to Trigger (auto sense mode) | >20mV |
| Time to Automatic Standby (without signal at input sense mode) | 10 minutes |
| Rated Power | 600W (120V 60Hz, 230V 50Hz) |
| Idle Power | <26W |
| Standby Power | <0.5W |
| Weight & Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Gross Dimensions* (W x H x D) | 483 x 105 x 323mm (19 1/16 x 4 3/16 x 12 3/4”)** |
| Net Weight | 5.72kg (12.6lb) |
| Shipping Weight | 7.1kg (15.65lb) |
*Gross dimensions include feet, extended buttons and rear panel terminals.
**Non-metric measurements are approximate.
Full Disclosure Power (FDP) Assurance
Unleash the true potential of your home theatre with the CI 980’s Full Disclosure Power (FDP) ratings. Offering a robust 50 watts per channel at 8 ohms simultaneously across all channels, this stereo amplifier ensures unwavering power in multi-room setups. With bridgeable capabilities to 120 watts per channel and stability into 4 ohm loads, experience unmatched performance without concerns about strain or lack of power.
NAD Amplification Excellence
Transform your audio experience with NAD’s cutting-edge amplification technology. The CI 980 boasts 8 channels of clean, low-distortion power arranged in a 4 stereo zone configuration, delivering 50 watts per channel. Designed to drive low impedance speakers and long wire runs, it utilizes high-efficiency switching amplifier technology for a compact, lightweight, and energy-efficient design, preserving NAD’s renowned musical sound quality.
Rack Space Efficiency and Reliability
Optimize your rack space with the CI 980’s space-efficient 2U rack height and included rack ears. With universal voltage compatibility, short-circuit and overheating protection, and <0.5W Standby consumption, this home theatre amplifier ensures reliability and energy efficiency. The phoenix speaker connection blocks and thermostatically controlled forced air-cooling to simplify installation, making it ideal for marine, avionics, or multi-unit rack setups.
Simplicity in Integration and System Synergy
Seamlessly integrate the CI 980 into your audio setup with user-friendly features. Choose between DC trigger or signal-sensing auto on/off, with a sophisticated music sensing circuit to eliminate false triggers. The CI 980 synergizes effortlessly with other NAD components like the CI 580 V2 4-zone BluOS rack mount streamer or the Bluesound NODE, offering a complete hi-res multi-room package. Alternatively, pair it with the T 758 V3i and T 778 for additional pre-outs, delivering a perfectly matched combination of power and performance for diverse audio needs.
Full Disclosure Power (FDP) Assurance
Unleash the true potential of your home theatre with the CI 980’s Full Disclosure Power (FDP) ratings. Offering a robust 50 watts per channel at 8 ohms simultaneously across all channels, this stereo amplifier ensures unwavering power in multi-room setups. With bridgeable capabilities to 120 watts per channel and stability into 4 ohm loads, experience unmatched performance without concerns about strain or lack of power.
NAD Amplification Excellence
Transform your audio experience with NAD’s cutting-edge amplification technology. The CI 980 boasts 8 channels of clean, low-distortion power arranged in a 4 stereo zone configuration, delivering 50 watts per channel. Designed to drive low impedance speakers and long wire runs, it utilizes high-efficiency switching amplifier technology for a compact, lightweight, and energy-efficient design, preserving NAD’s renowned musical sound quality.
Rack Space Efficiency and Reliability
Optimize your rack space with the CI 980’s space-efficient 2U rack height and included rack ears. With universal voltage compatibility, short-circuit and overheating protection, and <0.5W Standby consumption, this home theatre amplifier ensures reliability and energy efficiency. The phoenix speaker connection blocks and thermostatically controlled forced air-cooling to simplify installation, making it ideal for marine, avionics, or multi-unit rack setups.
Simplicity in Integration and System Synergy
Seamlessly integrate the CI 980 into your audio setup with user-friendly features. Choose between DC trigger or signal-sensing auto on/off, with a sophisticated music sensing circuit to eliminate false triggers. The CI 980 synergizes effortlessly with other NAD components like the CI 580 V2 4-zone BluOS rack mount streamer or the Bluesound NODE, offering a complete hi-res multi-room package. Alternatively, pair it with the T 758 V3i and T 778 for additional pre-outs, delivering a perfectly matched combination of power and performance for diverse audio needs.
MANUAL
CAD AND PDF DRAWINGS
To download a copy of the firmware for your NAD unit please contact support
DATA SHEET
BROCHURE
MANUAL
CAD AND PDF DRAWINGS
To download a copy of the firmware for your NAD unit please contact support
DATA SHEET
