Marantz SR8012 User manual

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AV Surround Amplifier
SR8012
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 12
Easy operation 16
Part names and functions 17
Front panel 17
Display 22
Rear panel 26
Remote control unit 30
Connections
Speaker installation 35
Connecting speakers 43
Before connecting speakers 43
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 47
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 49
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 50
Connecting 9.1-channel speakers 54
Connecting 11.1-channel speakers 62
Bi-amp connection 68
Connecting 9.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speakers 70
Connecting multi-zone speakers 71
Connecting a TV 76
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 77
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 78
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 79
Connecting a playback device 80
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 81
Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 82
Connecting a video camcorder or game console 83
Connecting a turntable 84
Connecting a device with a multi-channel output connector 85
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 86
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 87
Wired LAN 87
Wireless LAN 88
Connecting an external control device 89
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 89
DC OUT jacks 90
Connecting the power cord 91
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Playback
Basic operation 93
Turning the power on 93
Selecting the input source 93
Adjusting the volume 94
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 94
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 94
Playing a USB memory device 95
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 96
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 99
Playing music from Bluetooth device 100
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 102
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 103
Listening to Internet Radio 104
Listening to Internet Radio 105
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 106
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 107
Getting the HEOS App 110
HEOS Account 111
Playing from streaming music services 112
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 115
AirPlay function 119
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 120
Playing iTunes music with this unit 120
Selecting multiple speakers (devices) 121
Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit
of this unit 121
Spotify Connect function 122
Playing Spotify music with this unit 122
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Convenience functions 123
Adding to HEOS Favorites 124
Playing back HEOS Favorites 124
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 125
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 126
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 127
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 128
Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment (Picture
Mode) 129
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 130
Selecting a sound mode 131
Selecting a sound mode 132
Direct playback 133
Pure Direct playback 133
Auto surround playback 134
Description of sound mode types 135
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 139
HDMI Control function 143
Setting procedure 143
Smart Menu function 144
Sleep timer function 146
Using the sleep timer 147
Smart select function 148
Calling up the settings 149
Changing the settings 150
Panel lock function 151
Disabling all key button operations 151
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 151
Canceling the Panel lock function 152
Remote lock function 153
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 153
Enabling the remote sensor function 153
Switches light illumination on/off 154
Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3 (Separate room) 155
Connecting ZONE 155
Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3 160
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Settings
Menu map 162
Menu operations 166
Audio 167
Dialog Level Adjust 167
Subwoofer Level Adjust 167
Bass Sync 168
Surround Parameter 168
M-DAX 173
Audio Delay 174
Volume 175
Audyssey®176
Graphic EQ 179
Video 181
Picture Adjust 181
HDMI Setup 183
Output Settings 188
Component Video Out 191
On Screen Display 192
4K Signal Format 193
TV Format 194
Inputs 195
Input Assign 195
Source Rename 197
Hide Sources 198
Source Level 198
Input Select 199
Speakers 200
Audyssey® Setup 200
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 202
Error messages 208
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 210
Manual Setup 211
Amp Assign 211
Speaker Config. 218
Distances 223
Levels 224
Crossovers 225
Bass 226
Front Speaker 227
2ch Playback 227
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Network 230
Information 230
Connection 230
Wi-Fi Setup 231
Settings 233
Network Control 235
Friendly Name 235
Diagnostics 236
HEOS Account 237
You have not signed in 237
You have already signed in 237
General 238
Language 238
ECO 238
ZONE2 Setup / ZONE3 Setup 241
Zone Rename 243
Smart Select Names 243
Trigger Out 1 / Trigger Out 2 244
Front Display 244
Firmware 245
Information 248
Usage Data 249
Save & Load 250
Setup Lock 250
Operating external devices with the remote control unit 251
Registering preset codes 252
Operating devices 256
Checking registered preset codes 259
Initializing registered preset codes 259
Operating learning function 260
Remembering remote control codes from other devices 261
Delete saved remote control codes 262
Setting the back light 263
Disabling the backlight 263
Turning the backlight on 263
Specifying the zone used with the remote control unit 264
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Tips
Tips 266
Troubleshooting 268
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 269
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 270
Display on this unit shows nothing 270
No sound comes out 271
Desired sound does not come out 272
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 274
No video is shown on the TV 275
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 277
AirPlay cannot be played back 278
USB memory devices cannot be played back 279
Bluetooth cannot be played back 280
The Internet radio cannot be played back 281
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 282
Various online services cannot be played 283
The HDMI Control function does not work 283
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 284
When using HDMI ZONE2, the devices does not function properly 285
Update/upgrade error messages 286
Resetting factory settings 287
Resetting network settings 288
Appendix
About HDMI 289
Video conversion function 292
Playing back a USB memory devices 294
Playing back a Bluetooth device 295
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 296
Playing back Internet Radio 297
Personal memory plus function 297
Last function memory 297
Sound modes and channel output 298
Sound modes and surround parameters 300
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 303
Explanation of terms 306
Trademark information 315
Specifications 317
Index 322
License 325
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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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Quick Start Guide Safety Instructions Cautions on Using Batteries Notes on radio Cable labels
Power cord Sound calibration
microphone
Sound calibration
microphone stand
Remote control unit
(RC038SR) R03/AAA batteries
External antennas for
Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity
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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
0With discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides
identical quality for all 11-channels (175 Watts x 11-channels)
For optimum realism and stunning dynamic range, the power amplifier
section features discrete power devices (not integrated circuitry).
By using high current, high power discrete power devices, the amplifier
is able to easily drive high quality speakers.
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. 307)
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.
0DTS:X (v p. 310)
This unit is equipped with the DTS:X decoder technology. DTS:X
brings the home theater experience to new heights with its immersive
object based audio technology which removes the bounds of channels.
The flexibility of objects allows for sound to be scaled large or small
and moved around the room with greater accuracy than ever before
leading to a richer immersive audio experience.
0Audyssey LFC™ (Low Frequency Containment) (v p. 178)
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. 201)
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) 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
FL FR
SW
SL SR
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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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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
04K 60Hz input/output supported
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When 4K Ultra HD (High Definition) is used, an input/output speed of 60
frames per second (60p) is achieved for video signals. When connected
to 4K Ultra HD and 60p video signal input compatible TV, you can enjoy
the sense of realism only available from high-definition images, even
when viewing fast-moving video.
This unit also supports image processing for 4K 60p, 4:4:4 and 24-bit
videos. By processing the video at the original resolution, this unit lets
you enjoy flawless, high-definition picture quality.
This unit also supports HDR (High Dynamic Range) and BT.2020 wide
color gamut.
0HDCP 2.2
This unit is compatible with HDCP 2.2 copyright protection standard.
0Digital video processor upscales analog video signals (SD
resolution) to HD (720p/1080p) and 4K (v p. 190)
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4K
Up scaling
Up to 1080p
This unit is equipped with a 4K video upscaling function that allows
analog video or SD (Standard Definition) video to be output via HDMI at
4K (3840 × 2160 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. 155)
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.
0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 119)
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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®.
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.
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0Wireless connection with Bluetooth devices can be carried out
easily (v p. 99)
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You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.
0Multi-Room audio (v p. 130)
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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 BGM propagate throughout
the whole house.
0Energy-saving design
This unit is equipped with an ECO Mode function that allows you to
enjoy music and movies while reducing the power consumption during
use, and also 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 the
AVR 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 iPhone or iPod touch 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 HEOS devices are connected to the same network,
HEOS devices can be grouped to play back the same music on all
devices simultaneously, or different music can be played on each
separate HEOS device.
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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. 93)
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. 183)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 185)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 235)
CINPUT SELECTOR knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 93)
DMain display
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 22)
ERemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
FVOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 94)
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. 177)
BPURE DIRECT button/indicator
This switches the sound mode between Direct, Pure Direct and Auto.
(v p. 133 – 134)
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. 173)
This lights when the M-DAX mode is selected.
DDynamic Volume button (DYNAMIC VOL)
This switches the Dynamic Volume settings. (v p. 178)
ESub display
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 24)
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. 166)
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Q0 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q5 Q6 Q7
JMOVIE button
This switches the sound mode to “Movie”. (v p. 132)
KMUSIC button
This switches the sound mode to “Music”. (v p. 132)
LGAME button
This switches the sound mode to “Game”. (v p. 132)
MInformation button (INFO)
This displays the status information on the TV screen. (v p. 249)
NSpeaker A/B switching button (SPKR A/B)
This sets the front speakers to use. (v p. 227)
OHDMI OUT button
This sets the HDMI monitor output. (v p. 183)
PDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 244)
QSTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display.
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