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how to modify my cdp to accept new power cord

ok i have decided to modify my nad c541 player so i can swap out the power cable. i just dont know how to connect the new piece to the power board in the cdp. it looks to be soldered and then has a heatshrink around it. do i need to try to get to the connection point there? i cant imagine leaving the 6in tail attached and splicing it. thanks for any info. kevin
flyin2jz
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tpreaves
2,687 posts
 
Why do you want to do this? Sounds like a lot of trouble for minimal gain. Just my opinion.
johnss
607 posts
 
Add the IEC socket. I have done this on several pieces of gear. works well. Scribe the outline of the socket on the back panel of your CDP. Then use a dremel tool with a cut off wheel to cut through the chassis. If you can remove the back panel from the CDP first, that would be a better option, since it would lessen the chance for metal particles getting into your drive or PCBs.

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flyin2jz OP
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i believe there is a big difference in what cords you use too feed gear. i recently lost all sounstage and 3d effect. i couldnt think of anything i had changed. well i remembered that i had swapped out the power cord feeding my tube preamp. it was a bit loose at the gear. i used an extra cord thinking it wouldnt make a difference. haha that was a mistake. i put the old one back in place and the sound i was missing was back. this was to my preamp which would be less important than my cdp. the guage wire was larger and i never noticed till i put it back in. made a big change. i am getting my parts tomorrow so please monitor this post if possible johnss. your time is appreciated kevin
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