Marantz Slim-line NR1501 User manual

Capable surround sound receivers have to be intimidating, don’t they? If that’s your impression, allow the new Marantz NR1501 to change
your mind. Here’s a svelte, competent performer with the features and flexibility you need. But without the hulking size you don’t.
This one’s designed for the way you live. So do that large by thinking small. The NR1501. From Marantz, of course.
Quick . . . where are you going to put that surround sound receiver? Under a coffee table? In a closet? Maybe in the next room?
Alright, we’re exaggerating a bit. But you get the point. Most surround receivers today are huge. They take up a lot of space. Yes, you can
opt for a “compact” system with sub-par performance.
But why compromise? Marantz’s NR1501 answers your needs for both décor-friendly size and superb performance. That’s because the
NR1501 includes everything you need in a chassis that fits comfortably on a normal shelf or in a standard cabinet. It’s just a bit more than
4” high and 13” deep so there’s plenty of room for the cables you’ll need to connect it to your flat-screen TV, a Blu-ray player, cable box,
your favorite game console, a surround speaker system, and more.
The NR1501 looks the part, too, thanks to a contoured front panel that combines aluminum and glass-reinforced resins for maximum
shielding, dimensional stability, and sophisticated styling.
Behind that panel are the features you need to enjoy the best home entertainment sources today. To begin with there are four HDMI
inputs, all version 1.3-capable, of course. That means you’ll enjoy both today’s – and tomorrow’s – video sources with stunning
clarity and definition.
The HDMI inputs are part of a comprehensive system that goes beyond mere switching capability. That’s because the NR1501 includes
decoding for advanced audio formats like Dolby TrueHD and DTS Master Audio, to name just a few.
The NR1501 doesn’t forget older sources either. There’s a built-in upscaler so you can enjoy your favorite composite and component
videos on your flat-screen TV through the HDMI input. And a wideband 3-in/1-out component switcher for analog-only connections.
As you might expect from Marantz, the audio circuitry matches the video side for sophistication. The carefully-optimized audio signal path
rests on a separate circuit board for maximum performance as well as isolation from the spurious interferences generated by high speed
video processing. The very efficient seven channel in-line amplifier benefits from voltage feedback for enhanced linearity.
The NR1501 makes it easy to get the best high definition sound to your ears with an automatic calibration process that:
• Identifies your system’s speaker complement
• Measures the distances between your speakers and your favorite viewing/listening position for the most accurate delay settings
• Adjusts relative speaker levels for the most natural surround effects
• Determines the proper speaker crossover settings for the smoothest transition from your wide range speakers to your subwoofer
• Analyzes your room’s acoustic properties and corrects for their often-negative impact on the sound you hear
Let’s not forget the handy front panel 3.5mm connector that lets you add your iPod or other portable device as another source of
enjoyment. Or the on-screen display menu that makes system setup a breeze. And a full-function Glo-key remote includes preset codes
for Marantz Blu-ray players so you can operate the heart of your system without searching for another remote.
The Marantz NR1501. Fully in touch with your expectations. And fully Marantz.
NR1501
“Slim-line” Home Theater Receiver
Life AmplifiedTM

NR1501
“Slim-line” Home Theater Receiver
Life AmplifiedTM
*All specifications, dimensions and weights are subject to change without notice.
D&M Holdings, Marantz, Marantz America, Inc. or any of its subsidiaries will not assume any liability for errors in this spec sheet which may result in consequential errors
being made by retail dealers, designers, custom installers, cabinet makers or end users, etc based upon information contained within this document.
©2009 Marantz America,Inc. • www.marantz.com
7 ch Amp. 7.1 ch Processing
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HD Master & High Res.Audio/ES/96/24/Discrete & Matrix 6.1/Neo:6
TrueHD/Digital Plus&EX/Pro Logic IIx/Virtual Speaker/Headphone
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EI
192kHz/24-Bit
32-Bit
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Marantz M1 Design Chassis
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Pure Direct
Video/Component to HDMI
M.R.A.C. (Marantz Room Acoustic Calibration)
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Up to 200msec
By Marantz Service
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1 (Monitor Out)
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2 (inc. Monitor Out)
6 (incl. Front mini jack input)
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FEATURES
MULTICHANNEL/SURROUND
Number of Channels
THX
dts
Dolby
DSD (SACD)
SRS
SOUND ENHANCEMENTS
HDCD Decoder
Current Feedback Topology
Discrete Amplification
Power Transformer
D/A Conversion
Digital Signal Processing
Video Off
Source Direct
Chassis
Variable X-over
Display Off
Video Up-conversion
Auto Calibration
Satellite Radio Ready
AM/FM tuner
Bass management
Lip-sync (digital audio delay)
Software Upgradable
IN/OUTPUTS
VIDEO
HDMI In
Component In
S-Video In
Composite In
HDMI Out
Component Out
S-Video Out
Composite Out
AUDIO
Analog L&R In
Analog L&R Out
Digital Optical In
Digital Coaxial In
Digital Optical Out
Digital Coaxial Out
Other
IN/OUTPUTS (continued)
OTHER
Pre-Amplifier Out
Main Amplifier In
Multi-Channel In
Multi-Room Audio Out
Multi-Room Video Out
Multi-Room Speaker Out
Speaker A/B
Networking
External control
DC Triggers
D-Bus Remote (RC-5) In/Out
Flasher In/IR Receiver In/Emitter out
Front Panel A/V Inputs
Headphone Out
AC Outlets (Switched/Unswitched)
SPECIFICATIONS
AUDIO SECTION
Power Output (8 Ohm)
S/N Ratio
Freq. Response (Analog In)
Freq. Response (Dig In)
TUNER SECTION FM
Frequency Range
S/N Ratio (Mono/Stereo)
TUNER SECTION AM
Frequency Range
S/N Ratio
VIDEO SECTION
Video Freq. Response (Component)
Video Freq. Response (Composite, S-Video)
Signal to Noise
GENERAL
Color
Front Panel
Remote Controller
Power Requirement
Power Consumption
Dimensions W" x H" x D" (Inches)
Weight (lbs)
Sub-Woofer x1
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1/1
0/0/0
3.5mm mini jack (L/R) for Portable AudioPlayer etc.
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50W x7 (20Hz -20kHz 0.08%)
100db
8Hz - 100kHz (+/- 3 dB)
8Hz - 45kHz (+/- 3 dB 96 kHz PCM signal source)
87.5 - 108.0MHz
75/70 dB
520 - 1710kHz
40 dB
5Hz - 80MHz (- 1 dB)
5Hz - 8MHz (- 1 dB)
60dB
Black
Aluminum/Glass-reinforced resin
Glow Key Precode
AC 120V/60Hz
250W (standby 0.5W)
17-3/8" x 4-3/16" x 14-1/2"
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