NAD MDC BluOS 2i - Bluesound streaming module (MDC module for select NAD components)

Highlights

		Bluesound MDC upgrade module for NAD devices M12, M32, C 390DD, C 388, C 368
		offers full Bluesound functionality
		wireless network function via supplied WiFi dongle (2.4 GHz)
		prepared for voice control with Alexa and Siri (requires a smart speaker)
		supports high-definition audio at up to 24 bits/192 kHz
		integrated Bluetooth streaming (antenna included)
		USB-A input for direct music playback from USB media
		asynchronous technology for Wi-Fi and ethernet
		full Bluesound streaming without another device on the shelf
		access to Spotify Connect, TIDAL and other streaming services via Bluesound app
		prepared for voice control with Alexa or Siri (requires a smart speaker)
		Apple AirPlay 2 (after update) and Bluetooth (including aptX)
		wireless streaming of PC and network hard disk
		supports 24-bit HD audio MQA (via TIDAL HiFi)
		direct music playback from USB media
		highest possible sound quality thanks to exclusive asynchronous technology and short signal paths
		integrates perfectly with all wireless bluesound systems
		we are specialized dealer for NAD products - your authorized reseller in Leipzig

Article Description

MDC BluOS 2i - a complete digital music solution at an amazingly affordable price!

The NAD MDC BluOS 2i is a Bluesound module for the NAD devices M12, M32, C 390DD, C 388 und C 368.

Featuring BluOS, the music management software developed by NAD’s sister brand, Bluesound, the BluOS 2i module is a complete digital music solution. Thanks to the forward-looking innovation of modular design construction, you can now add BluOS network and internet music streaming with advanced music management to your NAD devices.

Easily integrate Hi-Res Audio, network streaming, and music control with the BluOS App.

Hands-free voice control with Amazon Alexa

Includes an external USB WiFi module to optimize signal strength

AirPlay 2 (via a future software update)

BluOS

The BluOS 2i module has a new more powerful ARM Processor for a quicker, more responsive user experience. As an internal module there are no external wires or power supplies required and integration with the firmware is hand-in-glove. Both Ethernet and Wi-Fi operate in asynchronous mode for lowest jitter performance and allow connection to music stored anywhere on the local network or streamed directly from the Internet using popular music services like Spotify Connect, Tidal, and TuneIn. You can also play music from a USB drive or hard drive via the USB A port. Bluetooth® with aptX is also natively integrated so you can wirelessly connect to any smartphone, tablet, or Bluetooth-enabled device within range and stream your favourite music apps or libraries in high-fidelity.

BluOS is accessed using the local area network and free apps for mobile devices and desktops to control and manage your music BluOS also integrates with many third party home automation systems.

Hands-free voice control with Alexa

Add the BluOS 2i voice skill inside the Amazon Alexa app and enjoy hands-free voice control of personal music collections, streaming services and more using a list of simple streamlined commands. Using an Echo device you can ask Alexa to play popular songs from Tidal, queue up saved playlists, adjust the volume in different rooms, or ask what’s playing in the Kitchen. No Echo device and want to try it out? No problem. Download the Amazon Alexa app, activate the skill, tap the speech bubble in the bottom drawer of the Amazon Alexa app and say anything from the list of commands.

While the expected functions of Play/Pause/Skip are present, BluOS also brings all of your music together integrating locally stored music (like iTunes) and music streaming services. BluOS does not rely on middleware like UPnP/DLNA/AirPlay with their inherent limitations, but instead creates direct shares with music in all formats including FLAC, ALAC and WAV with data rates up to 24/192. Playlists can be created and managed right inside the BluOS App. Gapless playback is supported and the BluOS-2 module is fully compatible with Bluesound High-Res Wireless Multi-room Players to form integrated whole-house systems.

With AirPlay 2 (will become available via a future software update), you can connect multiple AirPlay-enabled devices around the house and have them communicate with each other through AirPlay. Listen to your music in perfect sync as you walk room-to-room, or play different songs in different rooms, and control everything on your Apple device. You can even say the song you want to listen to and where and let Siri take control of your music experience.

Includes an external USB WiFi module to optimize signal strength.

Scope of Delivery

• 1 x NAD - MDC BluOS2i - Bluesound streaming module
• 1 x USB WiFi dongle
• 1 x USB cable extension
• 1 x wireless antenna
• 1 x instruction manual