Specs:

NAD CI S2 | BluOS 2 Zone Streamer

Product Dimensions

• 146.5 x 44 x 238 mm, 5.77 x 1.73 x 9.4 inches
  
• 1.25 kg/2.8 lbs
  
  Dimensions (Shipping, Single Unit)
  
• 366 x 228 x 140 mm 14.4 x 8.97 x 5.51 inches
  
• 2.45 kg/5.4 lbs
  
  AUDIO
  
• Supported Audio File Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, OPUS
  
• Supported High-Quality Audio File Formats: FLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
  
• Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats: Dolby Digital® Downmixing to stereo PCM
  
• Native Sampling Rates: up to 192 KHz
  
• Bit Depth: 16-24
  
• DAC: ESS Sabre 9039Q2M
  
• Audio Controls & EQ: BluOS Control App
  
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -120dBA
  
• Distortion: THD+N, 0.0008%
  
  SOFTWARE & INTEGRATIONS
  
• Operating System: BluOS
  
• App Controller Operating System: iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
  
• Processor: ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
  
• Supported Network File Sharing: Server Messsage Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files
  
• Album Art Supported: JPG, PNG
  
• Music Services & Internet Radio: 23+
  
• 3rd-Party Integrations: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect
  
• Room Correction Software: No
  
• Control System Integrations: Creston, Control4, RTI, Nice, URC, Lutron, Gira, Rako, Rithum, Free@Home, Josh.AI
  
• Voice Control Integrations: Amazon Alexa Skills
  
  CONNECTIONS
  
• Power Supply: 12v, 1.25a DC Universal Power Supply
  
• PoE: Yes (PoE can be used instead of supplied DC PSU)
  
• Ethernet/LAN: Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000Mbps
  
• Wi-Fi Built In: No
  
• Bluetooth: No
  
• IR Optical Built In: No
  
• IR Input: 2-pin PHX connector (IR extender kit required)
  
• Inputs: Toslink Optical, Digital Coax, Stereo RCA (Zone 1 Only)
  
• HDMI Input: No
  
• USB In: Type A (Fat32, NTFS Formatted): - External Storage Only Local Server Mode
  
• Dual RCA Outputs: Yes
  
• Main Zone/Sub Zone Capability: Yes (independent volume control over Speaker Output 2 when activated)
  
• Subwoofer Output: RCA x 1 (Zone 1 Only)
  
• Headphone Output: None
  
• 12v Trigger Input: x1 Configurable Smart Trigger Input
  
• 12v Trigger Output: Yes (PHX connector)
  
  USER INTERFACE & CONTROL
  
• Status Indicator: BluOS Status LED
  
• Source Status Indicator: No
  
• Output Status Indicator: No
  
  GENERAL
  
• Finish: Black
  
• Max Power Consumption: 15w
  
• Storage Environment: -10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity
  
• Operating Environment: 0°C to 40°C
  
• SKU/Version: S1
  
• Generation: 1
  
  Included Accessories
  
• Universal 12V DC Power Adaptor
  
• 2 x Short rack ears (also used as wall mount brackets)
  
• 2 x Long Rack ears/Blacnking plates
  
• 2 x Shoulder Bolts + 2 x Rubber Washers (already attached for ChassisLink)
  
• 1 x 4-PIN PHX Connector for 12v Trigger In + IR
  
• 2 x 2-Pin PHX Connectors for 12v Trigger Out and DC Power In
  
• 4x optional stick on rubber feet
  

Features:

• BluOS high-resolution music streaming platform
  
• Two-zone streamer designed for custom installation
  
• Compact 1U 1/3 rack width chassis
  
• Access to streaming services, internet radio, and local libraries
  
• Analogue and digital audio inputs for source integration
  
• POE or DC Power options.
  
• ESS DACs for high performance audio
  
• Configurable 12v Smart Trigger
  
• Ethernet networking for stable, wired performance
  
• Support and custom drivers for leading control and automation systems
  

Overview:

The NAD CI S2 BluOS Streaming Module is designed to bring reliable, high-resolution music streaming into professional custom installation systems with efficiency and control. Built on the BluOS multi-room platform, CI S2 provides access to leading streaming services, internet radio, and local music libraries, all delivered with stable network performance and intuitive control. Providing Hi Res audio for 2 zones, the CI S2 integrates seamlessly into distributed audio systems. Compact, flexible, and purpose-built for integrators, the CI S2 delivers modern streaming functionality with the sound quality and reliability expected from NAD Custom Install.

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