Marantz AV8805A User manual

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AV Pre Amplifier
AV8805A
Owner’s Manual
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Accessories 8
Inserting the batteries 9
Operating range of the remote control unit 9
Features 10
High quality sound 10
High performance 13
Easy operation 17
Part names and functions 18
Front panel 18
Display 23
Rear panel 27
Remote control unit 31
Connections
Speaker installation 36
Connecting a power amp 45
Before connecting a power amp 45
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 50
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 52
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 53
Connecting 9.1-channel speakers 58
Connecting 13.1-channel speakers 67
Connecting 15.1-channel speakers 72
Connecting 11.1-channel speakers: Bi-amp connection of front
speakers 78
Connecting 11.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speakers 79
Connecting a TV 80
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 81
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 82
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 83
Connecting a playback device 84
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 86
Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 87
Connecting a player device compatible with the 8K 88
Connecting a video camcorder or game console 89
Connecting a turntable 90
Connecting a device with a multi-channel output connector 91
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 92
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 93
Wired LAN 93
Wireless LAN 94
Connecting an external control device 95
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 95
DC OUT jacks 96
Connecting the power cord 97
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Playback
Basic operation 99
Turning the power on 99
Selecting the input source 99
Adjusting the volume 100
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 100
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 100
Playing a USB memory device 101
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 102
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 105
Playing music from Bluetooth device 106
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 108
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 109
Listening to Internet Radio 110
Listening to Internet Radio 111
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 112
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 113
Getting the HEOS App 116
HEOS Account 117
Playing from streaming music services 118
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 121
AirPlay function 125
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 126
Playing iTunes music with this unit 126
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 127
Spotify Connect function 128
Playing Spotify music with this unit 128
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Convenience functions 129
Adding to HEOS Favorites 130
Playing back HEOS Favorites 130
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 131
Adjusting the audibility of dialog and vocals (Dialog Enhancer) 131
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 132
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 133
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 134
Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment (Picture
Mode) 135
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 136
Selecting a sound mode 137
Selecting a sound mode 138
Direct playback 139
Pure Direct playback 139
Auto surround playback 140
Description of sound mode types 141
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 146
HDMI Control function 151
Setting procedure 151
Smart Menu function 152
Sleep timer function 154
Using the sleep timer 155
Smart select function 156
Calling up the settings 157
Changing the settings 158
Panel lock function 159
Disabling all key button operations 159
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 159
Canceling the Panel lock function 160
Remote lock function 161
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 161
Enabling the remote sensor function 161
Switches light illumination on/off 162
Web control function 163
Controlling the unit from a web control 163
Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3 (Another room) 165
Connecting ZONE 165
Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3 168
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Settings
Menu map 170
Menu operations 174
Audio 175
Subwoofer Level Adjust 175
Bass Sync 175
Surround Parameter 176
M-DAX 183
Audio Delay 184
Volume 185
Audyssey®186
Graphic EQ 189
Video 191
Picture Adjust 191
HDMI Setup 193
Output Settings 198
Analog Video Out 202
On Screen Display 202
4K/8K Signal Format 203
TV Format 205
Inputs 206
Input Assign 206
Source Rename 208
Hide Sources 209
Source Level 209
Input Select 210
Speakers 211
Audyssey® Setup 211
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 213
Error messages 219
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 221
Manual Setup 222
Amp Assign 222
Speaker Config. 230
Distances 236
Levels 237
Crossovers 238
Bass 239
Front Speaker 240
2ch Playback 240
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Network 243
Information 243
Connection 243
Wi-Fi Setup 244
Settings 246
Network Control 248
Friendly Name 248
Diagnostics 249
HEOS Account 250
You have not signed in 250
You have already signed in 250
General 251
Language 251
ZONE2 Setup / ZONE3 Setup 251
Zone Rename 254
Smart Select Names 254
Trigger Out 1 / Trigger Out 2 254
Auto Standby 255
Front Display 256
Firmware 257
Information 260
Usage Data 262
Save & Load 262
Setup Lock 263
Operating external devices with the remote control unit 264
Registering preset codes 265
Operating devices 269
Checking registered preset codes 272
Initializing registered preset codes 272
Operating learning function 273
Remembering remote control codes from other devices 274
Delete saved remote control codes 275
Setting the back light 276
Disabling the backlight 276
Turning the backlight on 276
Specifying the zone used with the remote control unit 277
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Tips
Tips 279
Troubleshooting 281
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 282
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 283
Display on this unit shows nothing 283
No sound comes out 284
Desired sound does not come out 285
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 288
No video is shown on the TV 289
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 291
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 291
AirPlay cannot be played back 292
USB memory devices cannot be played back 293
Bluetooth cannot be played back 294
The Internet radio cannot be played back 295
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 296
Various online services cannot be played 297
The HDMI Control function does not work 297
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 298
When using HDMI ZONE2, the devices does not function properly 299
Update/upgrade error messages 300
Resetting factory settings 301
Resetting network settings 302
Restoring the firmware to the factory defaults 303
Appendix
About HDMI 304
Video conversion function 308
Playing back a USB memory devices 310
Playing back a Bluetooth device 311
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 312
Playing back Internet Radio 313
Personal memory plus function 313
Last function memory 313
Explanation of terms 314
Trademark information 324
Specifications 327
Index 332
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Thank you for purchasing this Marantz product.
To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product.
After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference.
Accessories
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
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R03/AAA batteries
External antennas for
Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity
Power cord Sound calibration
microphone
Sound calibration
microphone stand
Cable labelsNotes on radioSafety InstructionsQuick Start Guide
Remote control unit
(RC039SR)
Cautions on Using Batteries
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Inserting the batteries
1Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and
remove it.
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2Insert two batteries correctly into the battery
compartment as indicated.
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Batteries
3Put the rear cover back on.
NOTE
0To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
0Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
0Do not use two different types of batteries.
0Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long
periods.
0If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery
compartment and insert new batteries.
Operating range of the remote control
unit
Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
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30° 30°
Approx. 7 m
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Features
High quality sound
013.2-channel processing with 15.2-channel XLR/RCA pre-outs
Experience a versatile home theater setup with the new processor/pre-
amplifier. Featuring 13.2-channel processing capability with 15.2-
channel XLR and RCA pre-outs, this unit works with most demanding
home theater gear up to 7.2.6 or 9.2.4 speaker configurations. Enjoy the
audiophile quality sound you expect from Marantz.
0Current feedback amplifier
This unit uses a high-speed current feedback amplifier circuit for its
preamplifier so that signals from a Blu-ray Disc player and other
equipment that support high-definition audio formats can be amplified
with high fidelity. The high-speed current feedback amplifier also
reproduces a natural sound space.
0Dolby Atmos (v p. 315)
This unit is equipped with a decoder that supports Dolby Atmos audio
format. The placement or movement of sound is accurately reproduced
by the addition of overhead speakers, enabling you to experience an
incredibly natural and realistic surround sound field.
0Speaker Virtualizer (v p. 178)
Speaker Virtualizer enables you to access a more immersive
entertainment experience from traditional channel based speaker
layouts through digital signal processing including Dolby Atmos height
virtualization and surround virtualization.
0Speaker Virtualizer is not for use when both height speakers and surround
speakers are connected.
0Height Virtualization may be applied when surround speakers are connected.
0DTS:X Pro
This unit is equipped with the DTS:X Pro decoder technology. DTS:X
Pro decoder brings the home theater experience to new heights with its
immersive object based audio technology which removes the bounds of
channels. Enjoy up to 13.1-channels of audio processing with DTS:X
Pro to enjoy a full surround sound in exquisite detail.
0DTS Virtual:X (v p. 319)
DTS Virtual:X technology features DTS’s proprietary virtual height and
virtual surround processing to deliver an immersive sound experience
from any type of input source (stereo to 7.1.4 channel) and speaker
configuration.
0DTS Virtual:X is not for use when Height speakers are connected.
0IMAX Enhanced (v p. 319)
This IMAX Enhanced product have met stringent performance
standards established by IMAX and DTS in order to create a consistent
and higher bar for sound performance. DTS has developed a special
method for reproducing an IMAX signature sound experience in the
consumer’s home. This method combines a unique conversion process
for IMAX theatrical audio mixes utilizing an enhanced DTS codec
technology. The IMAX theatrical audio format with point source
surround speakers closely matches the speaker configuration most
consumers have in their homes today. Coupled with DTS audio
technology, IMAX Enhanced audio products will ensure the best and
most accurate audio reproduction over 5.1 or more speaker channels.
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0MPEG-H
This unit is equipped with the MPEG-H decoder technology. The
MPEG-H Audio system enables immersive, interactive and
customizable sound with advanced accessibility features such as
dialogue enhancement and audio description.
0Audyssey LFC™ (Low Frequency Containment) (v p. 188)
Audyssey LFC™ solves the problem of low frequency sounds
disturbing people in neighboring rooms or apartments. Audyssey LFC™
dynamically monitors the audio content and removes the low
frequencies that pass through walls, floors and ceilings. It then applies
psychoacoustic processing to restore the perception of low bass for
listeners in the room. The result is great sound that no longer disturbs
the neighbors.
0Discrete subwoofers and Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ (v p. 212)
The unit has two subwoofer output capability and can adjust the level
and delay for each subwoofer individually.
Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ makes the integration seamless by first
compensating for any level and delay differences between the two
subwoofers and then applying Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 to both
subwoofers together for improved deep bass response and detail.
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0Auro-3D
This unit is equipped with an Auro-3D decoder.
With Auro-3D, Front Height (FHL + FHR), Surround Height (SHL + SHR), Center Height (CH/optional) and Top Surround (TS/optional) are added to a
conventional 5.1-channel system to achieve a natural and realistic sound field that is three-dimensional and fully immersive.
You will be able to fully enjoy Auro-3D playback if you properly place the speakers for Auro-3D.
2 Auro-3D playback
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FHL FHR
SHL SHR
TS
CH
FL FR
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2 Dolby Atmos playback
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FHL FHR
SHL SHR
TS
FL FR
SW
SL SR
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CH
0Auro-3D does not support a Dolby Atmos configuration using Top Front, Top Middle or Top Rear speakers.
But it is possible to support both an Auro-3D and Dolby Atmos by adding Front Height and Rear Height speakers* to a 5.1 configuration.
zFor an optimum Auro-3D experience Surround Height speakers are strongly recommended.
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High performance
0Masterful 8K HDMI Connectivity
This unit includes 8 HDMI inputs and 3 outputs for all your favorite
sources.
One dedicated 8K HDMI input to support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz pass-
through capability, 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, Dolby Vision, HLG,
HDR10, 21:9 video, 3D and BT.2020 pass-through and HDCP 2.3, the
latest in copy protection standards, are supported on all HDMI inputs.
Showcasing the latest HDMI technology and specifications, this unit
kicks your home entertainment up a notch with HDR10+, Dynamic
HDR, ALLM, VRR, QMS and QFT support. The video processor is also
capable of upscaling your native video source up to 8K quality.
0HDCP 2.3
This unit is compatible with HDCP 2.3 copyright protection standard.
0Digital video processor upscales SD (resolution) or HD (720p/
1080p) / 4K to 8K
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8K Ultra HD
8K 8K
Up to
1080p/4K 60Hz
8K
up scaling
This unit is equipped with a 8K video upscaling function that allows SD
(Standard Definition) or HD (High Definition)/4K 60Hz video to be output
via HDMI at 8K (7680 × 4320 pixels) resolution. This function enables
the device to be connected to a TV using a single HDMI cable, and
produces high definition images for any video source.
0Equipped with HDMI ZONE2 output (v p. 165)
The ZONE2 multi-room output includes an HDMI output that lets you
enjoy a different A/V source in that room, with another program playing
in the main room.
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0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (8 inputs, 3 outputs)
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OutIn
For connection to a broad range of digital sources, this unit features 8
HDMI inputs, including 1 on the front panel that lets you quickly and
conveniently connect a camcorder, game console or other HDMI-
equipped device. There are dual HDMI outputs for the main room, and a
third HDMI output for another room.
0eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) function compatibility
The eARC function is compatible with conventional ARC function-
compatible audio formats in addition to multichannel linear PCM, Dolby
TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X and other audio
formats a conventional ARC function cannot transmit.
Additionally, connecting to an eARC function-compatible television
enables enjoyment of higher-quality surround playback of the audio
content played from your television.
0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 125)
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You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet
Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC.
This unit also supports Apple AirPlay which lets you stream your music
library from an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® or iTunes®.
0Supports AirPlay 2® wireless audio
Sync multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices/speakers for simultaneous
playback.
This unit supports AirPlay 2 and requires iOS 11.4 or later.
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0Playback of DSD and FLAC files via USB and networks
This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as
DSD (5.6 MHz) and FLAC 192 kHz files. It provides high quality
playback of high resolution files.
0Wireless connection with Bluetooth devices can be carried out
easily (v p. 105)
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You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.
0Multi-Room audio (v p. 136)
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【MAIN ZONE】【ZONE2】/【ZONE3】
You can select and play back the respective inputs in MAIN ZONE,
ZONE2 and ZONE3.
In addition, when the All Zone Stereo function is used, the music being
played back in MAIN ZONE can be enjoyed in all the zones at the same
time. This is useful when you want to let the background music
propagate throughout the whole house.
0Energy-saving design
This unit is equipped with an auto-standby function that automatically
turns off the power supply when the unit is not in use. This helps reduce
unnecessary power use.
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0Compatible with the “Marantz 2016 AVR Remote” Appz for
performing basic operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhone or
Android™ devices (Google, Amazon Kindle Fire)
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Along with many new features, the graphics and user interface have
been completely overhauled. The new app gives you full control of this
unit as well as access to its setup menu for detailed adjustments from
your phones or tablets. “Marantz 2016 AVR Remote” App also gives
you quick access to the receiver's status display, option menus,
Marantz Blu-ray Disc player control, and online owner's manual for your
convenience.
zDownload the appropriate “Marantz 2016 AVR Remote” App for your iOS or
Android devices. This unit needs to be connected to the same LAN or Wi-Fi
(wireless LAN) network that the iPad, iPhone or Android™ is connected to.
0HEOS provides streaming music from your favorite online music
sources
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HEOS wireless multi-room sound system that enables you to enjoy your
favorite music anywhere and everywhere around your home. By utilizing
your existing home network and the HEOS App (available for iOS,
Android and Amazon devices), you can explore, browse, and play
music from your own music library or from many online streaming music
services.
When multiple products with HEOS Built-in are connected to the same
network, they can be grouped to play the same music on all products
simultaneously, or different music can be played on each one.
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Easy operation
0“Setup Assistant” provides easy-to-follow setup instructions
First select the language when prompted. Then simply follow the
instructions displayed on the TV screen to set up the speakers, network,
etc.
0Easy to use Graphical User Interface
This unit is equipped with a Graphical User Interface for improved
operability.
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Part names and functions
Front panel
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APower operation button (X)
Used to turn the power of the MAIN ZONE (room where this unit is
located) on/off (standby). (v p. 99)
BPower indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0Off: Power on
0Red: Normal standby
0Orange:
0When “HDMI Pass Through” is set to “On” (v p. 193)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 195)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 248)
CINPUT SELECTOR knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 99)
DMain display
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 23)
ERemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
FVOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 100)
GDoor
When you are using buttons and/or connectors behind the door, press
the bottom of the door to open it. Be careful not to catch your fingers
when closing the door.
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With the door open
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ADYNAMIC EQ button
This switches the Dynamic EQ settings. (v p. 187)
BPURE DIRECT button/indicator
This switches the sound mode between Direct, Pure Direct and Auto.
(v p. 139 – 140)
This lights when the Pure Direct mode is selected as the sound mode.
CM-DAX button/indicator
This enables the M-DAX mode. (v p. 183)
This lights when the M-DAX mode is selected.
DDynamic Volume button (DYNAMIC VOL)
This switches the Dynamic Volume settings. (v p. 188)
ESub display
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 25)
FBACK button
This returns to the previous screen.
GCursor buttons (uio p)
These select items.
HENTER button
This determines the selection.
ISETUP button
This displays the menu on the TV screen. (v p. 174)
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