1. Introducere
Thank you for choosing the NAD C 538 CD Player. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your new CD player. The C 538 is designed to deliver high-fidelity audio playback from your CD collection, featuring a Wolfson 24-bit/192kHz digital-to-analog converter for exceptional sound quality and precision clock circuitry for accurate playback.
Whether you are enjoying standard audio CDs or discs encoded with MP3/WMA files, the C 538 offers a robust and user-friendly experience. Its intuitive controls and comprehensive remote functionality ensure seamless interaction with your music.
2. Informații importante privind siguranța
Please read all safety and operating instructions before using this product. Keep these instructions for future reference.
- Sursa de alimentare: Connect the unit only to a power supply of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
- Ventilare: Asigurați o ventilație corespunzătoare. Nu blocați nicio deschidere de ventilație. Instalați conform instrucțiunilor producătorului.
- Apă și umiditate: Nu utilizați acest aparat în apropierea apei sau înamp medii.
- curatenie: Curățați numai cu o cârpă uscată.
- Căldură: Nu instalați lângă nicio sursă de căldură, cum ar fi calorifere, registre de căldură, sobe sau alte aparate (inclusiv ampliificatori) care produc căldură.
- Service: Nu încercați să reparați singur acest produs. Consultați toate lucrările de service către personalul calificat de service.
- Siguranța laserului: This product utilizes a laser. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not open the enclosure or defeat any of the safety mechanisms.
3. Ce se află în cutie
Upon unpacking your NAD C 538 CD Player, please ensure all items are present:
- NAD C 538 CD Player Unit
- Telecomanda
- 2 baterii AA (pentru telecomandă)
- Cablu de alimentare AC
- Ghid de pornire rapidă (acest manual)
4. Produs terminatview
4.1 Panoul frontal

Imagine: față view of the NAD C 538 CD Player, showing the disc tray, display, and control buttons.
The front panel provides access to essential controls and the display:
- Buton de alimentare: Pornește sau oprește unitatea.
- Tava disc: Pentru introducerea și scoaterea CD-urilor.
- Afişa: Shows track number, time information, and playback status.
- Buton PLAY/PAUSE: Pornește sau întrerupe redarea discului.
- Butonul STOP: Oprește redarea discului.
- Buton DESCHIDERE/ÎNCHIDERE: Deschide și închide tava pentru disc.
- Butoane SKIP (◀◀ / ►►): Sare la piesa anterioară sau următoare.
- SCAN Buttons (◀◀◀ / ►►►): Fast forwards or fast reverses through a track.
- Buton AFIȘARE: Cycles through different display modes (e.g., track time, disc time, remaining time).
4.2 Panoul din spate

Imagine: Spate view of the NAD C 538 CD Player, showing the digital and analog audio outputs, and power input.
Panoul din spate găzduiește toate conexiunile de intrare și ieșire:
- DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (Optical): Optical digital audio output for connecting to a compatible amplifier sau DAC.
- DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (Coaxial): Coaxial digital audio output for connecting to a compatible amplifier sau DAC.
- LINE OUT (L/R): Analog RCA stereo outputs for connecting to an ampliificator sau receptor.
- Intrare alimentare CA: Connects to the supplied AC power cord.
5. Configurare
5.1 Plasarea
Place the NAD C 538 on a stable, level surface away from direct sunlight, heat sources, or excessive moisture. Ensure adequate ventilation around the unit to prevent overheating. Avoid placing it directly on top of other heat-generating components like power ampliificatori.
5.2 Conexiuni
- Conexiune audio analogică: Connect the LINE OUT (L/R) RCA jacks on the C 538 to an available analog input (e.g., CD, AUX) on your amplifier or receiver using a stereo RCA cable.
- Digital Audio Connection (Optional): For optimal sound quality or to use an external DAC, connect either the OPTICAL or COAXIAL digital audio output from the C 538 to the corresponding digital input on your amplifier, receiver, or external DAC. Use only one digital connection at a time.
- Conexiune de alimentare: Once all audio connections are made, connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC Power Input on the rear panel of the C 538, and then plug the other end into a suitable wall outlet.
6. Funcționare
6.1 Redare de bază a CD-urilor
- Apăsați tasta Buton de alimentare on the front panel or remote control to turn on the unit.
- Apăsați tasta DESCHIS/ÎNCHIS pentru a deschide tava discului.
- Place a CD, CD-R, or CD-RW disc (label side up) into the disc tray.
- Apăsați tasta DESCHIS/ÎNCHIS button again to close the tray. The player will read the disc's Table of Contents (TOC).
- Apăsați tasta REDARE/PAUZĂ butonul pentru a începe redarea.
- Pentru a întrerupe redarea, apăsați REDARE/PAUZĂ din nou. Apăsați încă o dată pentru a relua.
- Pentru a opri redarea, apăsați tasta STOP buton.
- Utilizați SARE buttons (◀◀ / ►►) to navigate between tracks.
- Utilizați SCANĂ buttons (◀◀◀ / ►►►) to fast forward or reverse within a track.
6.2 Funcții de control de la distanță
The supplied remote control offers additional features:
- ALEATORIU: Redă piese/files într-o ordine aleatorie.
- PROGRAM: Allows you to create a custom playback sequence of tracks. Press to enter or exit program mode.
- REPETA: Repeats the current track, file, folder, or the entire disc.
- RPT AB: Repeats a specific section of playback between two selected points (A and B).
- Tastatură numerică: Directly select track numbers.
6.3 CD-R/CD-RW Playback
The C 538 supports playback of CD-R and CD-RW discs, including those containing MP3 or WMA encoded files. This allows for extended playback times, with up to 10 hours of music on a single disc, ideal for party mixes or ambient listening.
7. Întreținere
To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your NAD C 538 CD Player, follow these maintenance guidelines:
- curatenie: Use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth to clean the exterior surfaces of the unit. Do not use abrasive cleaners, waxes, or solvents.
- Îngrijirea discurilor: Handle CDs by their edges. Keep discs clean and free of scratches. Store them in their cases when not in use.
- Ventilare: Verificați periodic dacă orificiile de ventilație nu sunt obstrucționate de praf sau resturi.
- Cablu de alimentare: Asigurați-vă că cablul de alimentare nu este ciupit sau călcat pe el.
8. Depanare
If you experience issues with your NAD C 538, consult the following table for common problems and solutions.
| Problemă | Cauza posibila | Soluţie |
|---|---|---|
| Fără putere | Power cord not connected securely. Unit is in standby mode. | Ensure power cord is firmly plugged into the unit and wall outlet. Press the Power button. |
| Nici un sunet | Audio cables not connected correctly. Incorrect input selected on ampmai în viață. | Check analog and/or digital audio cable connections. Select the correct input source on your ampliificator/receptor. |
| Disc does not play / "TOC Err" displayed | Discul este murdar, zgâriat sau introdus incorect. Formatul discului nu este acceptat. | Clean the disc with a soft cloth. Ensure the disc is inserted label side up. Try a different disc. Ensure it is a standard audio CD, CD-R, or CD-RW with MP3/WMA. |
| Telecomanda nu funcționează | Bateriile sunt descărcate sau introduse incorect. Obstrucție între telecomandă și unitate. | Replace batteries, ensuring correct polarity. Remove any obstructions. Point remote directly at the unit's front panel. |
| Display shows uneven time advancement | Known visual glitch in some firmware versions. | This is a visual anomaly and does not affect audio playback. No action is required unless audio is also affected. |
If the problem persists after trying these solutions, please contact NAD customer support or your authorized dealer for assistance.
9. Specificații
| Caracteristică | Caietul de sarcini |
|---|---|
| Numărul de model | C 538 |
| Dimensiuni produs (L x A x H) | 17.13 x 17.13 x 9.8 inci |
| Greutatea articolului | 6.6 lire sterline |
| DAC | Wolfson 24-bit/192kHz |
| Compatibilitate disc | CD, CD-R, CD-RW (MP3/WMA compatible) |
| Ieșiri digitale | Optic, Coaxial |
| Ieșiri analogice | RCA Stereo L/R |
| Accesorii incluse | Remote Control, 2 AA Batteries |
| Culoare | Gri |
| Tehnologia de conectivitate | USB (Note: USB is listed in product specifications, but typically for service or firmware updates, not direct audio playback on this model.) |
| Caracteristica specială | CD-R/RW Compatible, Portable (Note: 'Portable' may refer to its compact size, not battery operation.) |
10. Garanție și asistență
NAD products are designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards. For information regarding your product's warranty, please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase or visit the official NAD Electronics webPăstrați dovada achiziției pentru reclamații în garanție.
For technical support, service, or further inquiries, please contact your authorized NAD dealer or visit the NAD Electronics support page online. You can find more information and contact details at the official NAD website: www.nadelectronics.com





