CS1
ENDPOINT NETWORK STREAMER

NAD’s affordable CS1 Endpoint Network Streamer lets you add music streaming capability to any stereo or home-theatre system. Or you can configure a low-footprint music system for your den or home office by connecting the CS1 to a pair of powered speakers. The CS1 supports the most popular network streaming and casting protocols, including Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, DLNA mobile and computer apps*, and Roon, so you can control playback with the music apps you use every day. The CS1 employs audiophile-grade components and can play high-resolution audio, up to 24-bit/192kHz.

FEATURES & DETAILS

• Compact, minimalist design
• Built-in Bluetooth
• Dual-band Wi-Fi plus LAN Ethernet port
• Stereo analogue, optical digital, and coaxial digital outputs
• Premium differential DAC design based on Texas Instruments PCM5141 DAC, with support for 24-bit/192kHz high-resolution audio
• High-resolution music streaming from Tidal
• Apple AirPlay 2 support allows CD-resolution streaming from any audio app on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac
• Chromecast support allows playback at up to 24-bit/96kHz resolution from any Cast-enabled app on a smartphone, tablet, or personal computer
• Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect support lets users cue up music on a smart device, then transfer playback to the CS1
• DLNA support allows streaming at up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution from any DLNA-capable music app.*
• Roon subscribers can stream audio to the CS1 from their personal libraries and online services supported by Roon

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SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO

• THD + N (20 Hz – 20 kHz): <0.03% 20-20 kHz -1dBFS output
• Signal-to-Noise ratio: -94dB (ref 2V)
• Frequency response: 20-20 kHz +/-0.3dB; 50 kHz -3dB
• Native sampling rate: Up to 192 kHz
• Bit depth: 16-24
• Supported audio file format: LPCM, MP3, AC3, Ogg Vorbis, HE-AAC, MQA & WMA decode capability
• Supported 3rd party service provider: Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Apple AirPlay 2, Google Chromecast, DLNA, Roon
• DAC: TI PCM5254
• Processor: ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.5GHz per core

CONNECTIONS

• Power:
  • AC adapter
  • Input: 100-240V AC 0.3A
  • Output: 5V DC 1A
• Network connectivity:
  • Ethernet RJ45 100 Mbps
  • Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac 2.4GHz/5 GHz)
  • DLNA/UPnp*
• Bluetooth:
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • BT Profiles: A2DP 1.2, AVRCP 1.3, SPP, HFP, HSP, HOGP
• NFC: NFC for easy Bluetooth connection
• 12V Trigger Out: 3.5mm Mini-jack x 1
• Analog Out: RCA x 1
• Coaxial Out: RCA 75 ohms
• Optical Out: TOSLINK x 1
• USB IN: USB C for AC adapter
• * Certification in progress as of publishing date

GENERAL

• Status Indicator: Front Panel LED
• Function Button: Front Panel Function Button
• Power Consumption: 0.5W Network Standby
• Finish: Black

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

• Gross dimensions (W x H x D)**: 140 x 140 x 55 mm (5 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 2 1/16 inches)
• Net Weight: 1.5 kgs / 3.3 lbs
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 kgs / 3.8 lbs
• ** Gross dimension includes feet and other extended front and rear panel terminals.