Marantz SR8002 User manual

AV Receiver
SR8002
SR8002 THX Select2 AV Receiver
The new top quality SR8002 AV receiver is simply the best AV receiver ever offered
by Marantz. This leading model from the new upgraded Marantz AV-receiver series
easily surpasses the performance levels of even separate components in both sheer brawn and
subtle sophistication. As a THX Select2 certificatied AV receiver - and power output of 125 Watts
RMS from each of its seven current-feedback amplifiers - the SR8002 will recreate the sonic
impact of dynamic movie soundtracks in the largest rooms. Technologies like THX Select2
provide uncompromised 7.1 channel playback of any multi-channel program, whether it's movie
soundtracks or music, over the widest possible seating area. The incorporated 4in and 2out
HDMI 1.3a sockets with deep colour technology the SR8002 is ready to handle current as well as
tomorrow's technology as full HD video and HD audio as Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD
and DTS HD. Together with a built in audio enhancer for compressed audio as mp3, WAV and
AAC, upconversion from analogue signals including I/P conversion to HDMI and possibilities to
create a multi room audio and video environment the SR8002 is an investment for many years to
come.

Features Benefits
Wide range full discrete Current Feedback power
amplifier delivering 7 x 125 Watts
Copper plated chassis with top grade audio components
and toroidal transformer
4in / 2out HDMI 1.3a video switching for digital audio
and video
Ready to play the newest generation of High Definition
Audio signals as Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS
HD and 7.1 Multichannel PCM for HD Audio
32-bit Digital Signal Processing with THX Surround EX,
DD-EX, DTS-ES and DPL IIx
Room Calibration by Audyssey MULTI EQ
Upconversion from each analogue video signal to HDMI
level including I/P conversion
Audio enhancer for all audio formats as mp3, WAV, AAC
etc.
Firmware update through RS-232C port
2x Multi room / multi source system for 2 additional zones
- 1 zone including video signal on component level
Multi room remote RC101 included
Dolby headphone
Provides up to 8 channel audio decoding for any source
material at the highest quality
Excellent frequency response and superb sonic
performance for new audio standards such as Dolby
Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD
To ensure the renown premium Marantz sound
reproduction in 7.1 multichannel and stereo
The best sound for your room - automatically
For a high quality, full band width, uncompressed digital
video signal transmission to a Marantz HD display or
projector
The highest quality from all analogue sources connected
via a single HDMI connection
Today's receiver ready for tomorrow's standard
Allows independent audio and video source selection and
control in two separate rooms
Full multichannel enjoyment via your regular stereo
headphone
Technological glossary:
The SR8002 represents cutting-edge technology and
innovation with several unique Marantz sound enhancements
and features. The new generation of Marantz AV receivers are
stylish and completely symmetrical. On the front panel of the
SR8002, buttons are kept to a minimum. The source selector
and volume controls are intuitively placed. The cursor leaf on
the hidden panel can be used as a navigator through most of
the functions of the SR8002 to be operated via the front panel.
The Multitude of surround decoders provides
uncompromised 6,7 or 8 channel playback of any
multi-channel program, whether it's movie soundtracks or
music, over the widest possible seating area. Tomorrow's
technology already built in. 4 inputs and 2 outputs of the
future standard digital connection - HDMI. Excellent video
processing including I/P conversion makes it even possible to
enjoy analogue connected video sources via the HDMI out.
With a fully discrete Current Feedback amplifier section
capable to deliver 7x 125 watts of high-current amplification,
the SR8002 delivers a continuously clean and stable power
into each of the seven channels. Designed and engineered
with extensive feed-back from custom installation experts,
dealers and consumers, the SR8002 versatility is taken to a
new stunning level. An easy-to-use learning remote control
with LCD display allows full access to all of the operation.
Unrivaled home entertainment
The SR8002 incorporates Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD,
DTS HD and 7.1 Multichannel PCM for HD Audio. The most
advanced 32-bit Digital Signal Processing circuitry decoding
the latest generation of digital surround sound such as Dolby
Digital Plus, Dolby THX Surround EX, Dolby Digital EX, DTS
ES, DTS Neo:6, Circle Surround II, and Dolby Pro-Logic IIx.
The receiver provides an enveloping 7.1 channel playback of
any multi-channel program, whether it's movie soundtracks or
music, over the widest possible seating area.
Pro Logic IIx is the first and only technology to process
anynative stereo or 5.1 signal into a 6.1- or 7.1- channel output.
A product of Dolby's expertise in surround sound and matrix
decoding technologies, Dolby Pro Logic IIx is a complete
surround sound solution that maximizes the entertainment
experience from stereo as well as 5.1-channel encoded
sources. On playback systems with four surround speakers,
the result is a more seamless, natural and enveloping listening
experience on everything from stereo music CDs to DVDs
encoded in Dolby Digital Surround EX. Until now, processing
stereo and 5.1 program sources into 6.1 or 7.1 output channels
necessitated that the A/V receiver include a variety of
decoders, often from different developers. In contrast, Dolby
Pro Logic IIx decoding does it all, offering a single
upgradeable solution for the home theater enthusiast who
wants to go from .
Latest surround technologies
8 channel audio from any source
5.1 channels to 6.1 and 7.1. Dolby Pro Logic IIx technology
features Movie and Music modes that function with 5.1 as
well as stereo sources, including 24-bit/192kHz and
24-bit/96kHz sources. The Game mode restores the impact
low-frequency surround effects by routing them to the
systems' subwoofer. Dolby Pro Logic IIx technology delivers a
natural and immersing 7.1-channel listening experience to the
home theater environment.
The SR8002 features a fully discrete 7 channel amplifier
sectioncapable of delivering 125 watts of high-current
amplification, for continuously clean and stable power into
each of the 7 channels. It employs a massive toroidal power
transformer in combination with high grade oversized filter
capacitors. Current Feedback amplification is a well known,
Marantz’ original circuit technology accomplishments from
the HiFi amplifier field. Due to the introduction of Super
Audio (Super Audio CD, DVD-Audio) multi-channel software
and an increasing amount of universal disc players, AV
Receiver/amplifier require ahigher performance amplifier not
only for digital surroundm sound from DVD Video via the
digital input, but also for analog multi-channel. Even in the
DVD Video world the amount of higher quality software
increases with formats like DTS 96/24. The Current Feedback
amplifier technology fits perfectly with the high requirements
set for this Super Audio software providing wide-bandwidth,
high-speed reproduction. The impedance at the Current
Feedback point is limited, resulting in a very low phase shift.
The SR8500 therefore can keep the phase compensation via
Negative FeedBack (NFB) to a minimum, resulting in high
through-rate, excellent transient response and superb sonic
transparency for the full bandwidth up to 100kHz.
Current Feedback power amplification
SR8002 is equipped with a high quality video conversion. It
can convert the Composite signal up to S-Video/Component
and S-Video up to Component; as well as down conversion.
But it doesn't stop here. All analogue signals can even
outputted via HDMI. To avoid compatibility problems in this
process the SR8002 incorporates I/P conversion. This means
each signal will be converted from interlace to progressive
standard. All this allows you to connect the best possible
video cable between the SR8002 and the display and of
course you only need one. In order to avoid synchronization
and eroded video quality problems, the SR8002 has a high
quality video converter equipped with digital video
processing consisting of for example; 4H line memory, time
based corrector, a triple 10-bit DAC, filed locking, VCR
detection and anti aliasing filtering. The SR8002 provides you
the highest analogue quality from all sources connected via a
single component connection.
Video conversion up to HDMI

Audyssey is an acoustic measurement technology which
equalizes the acoustic distortion caused by the acoustic
behavior of a room. When you experience Audyssey
equalization, a cloudy layer is lifted away, leaving only
clear, accurate, natural sound. Voices and dialog
become focused and intelligible. Musical balance is
restored. Musical instruments and sound effects
become precisely localized. Surround sound stage is
made seamless and enveloping. done
automatically with a high quality microphone and a
sophisticated audio processing technology started via
the setup menu of the AV-Receiver.
Room calibration by Audyssey MULT EQ
Everything is
The strength of each Marantz design can be found in
the attention to detail and cohesiveness of the different
elements. The SR8002 is a clear example of benchmark
engineering and craftsmanship and features a number
of Marantz sound enhancements like Current Feedback
topology amplification which makes the power
amplifier in-sensitive to (difficult) loudspeaker loads. It
incorporates leading edge digital signal processing,
along with a Crystal 192 kHz/24 bit D/A converter in
each of the seven channels. All of the digital, analogue
and control circuits are separated and extensively
shielded in their own enclosures to prevent cross-talk
and other unwanted interference. Independent power
supplies for the FL display, audio and video sections
secure maximum separation, clarity and dynamics. High
grade customized components down to gold-plated
terminals all work in harmony. It employs an
extensively braced and shielded, massive toroidal
power transformer in combination with customized
oversized filter capacitors. Marantz has also designed a
new intelligent cooling system and a high efficiency
heatsink.
A touch of Marantz
The SR8002 is equipped with a multitude of HDMI and
Component terminals to connect your video source
through the centre of your home entertainment system.
It provides one touch switching of video and audio
source's with a high quality reproduction and at the
same time feeds useful information onto the screen via
the user-friendly OSD. It features multi room/multi
source, speaker A/B switching, 2 assignable DC
triggers, 2 flasher inputs, a RS232c communication port,
high grade - heavy duty - speaker binding posts and an
extensive array of both analog and digital inputs and
outputs. With 4 HDMI inputs and 2 switchable outputs,
4 component inputs 2 outputs, 7 assignable digital
inputs (8 in total), Multi-Channel Music (7.1 channel)
direct inputs and multi room video and audio,
connectivity is taken to a new stunning level. With the
SR8002 placed in the main room, a second pair
loudspeakers can be placed in a separate room. Not
only sound but even video signals can be sent into the
separate room via HDMI (switchable) or component..
At the heart of Customised home installation
Bypacked accessories
- User manual
- Power cable
- Remote control RC101 for multi room
- Batteries
- FM antenna
- AM loop antenna
- Microphone
-RC8001SR learnable system remote control
RC8001SR

MULTICHANNEL SURROUND
THX Ultra II / Select II -/•
THX Surround EX •
DTS HD / DTS 5.1 / DTS ES / DTS
96/24 •/•/•/•
Dolby Digital Plus / Dolby
TrueHD / Dolby Digital EX / DPL
IIx
•/•/•/•
7.1 PCM 24bit/96kHz decoding for
BluRay and HD-DVD •
Circle Surround II / Neural Surround •/•
Virtual Surround /
Multichannel Stereo
o(Dolby
VS)/•
HT-EQ / Re-EQ -/•
Dolby Headphone / TruSurround
Headphone •/-
Compressed audio Enhancer (MP3,
WMA, ACC, iPod) •
SOUND ENHANCEMENTS
Current Feedback Topology •
Pure Direct •
Power Transformer: Super
Ring/Toroidal/EI -/•/-
High Grade Audio Components •
Chassis : (Die-cast / Copper plated /
Metal) -/•/-
OTHERS
Auto speaker setup by
microphone
Audyssey
MultEQ
Front panel cursor control •
On Screen Display: main / multiroom •/•
Variable cross over 8
Lip sync control •
Video conversion (>
up, < down)
• (CVBS < > S < >
Comp >HDMI)
T.B.C. - time base correction •
Multiroom zones 2
Speaker A/B •
Bi-amp drive (5.1 ch setting) /
Speaker C •/•
Tuner 1
Auto TV Switching (on/off) •
Discrete RC coding (Main- /
Multiroom) •/•
RS232C (control / update) •/•
VIDEO
Composite In/Out 4/3
S-Video In/Out 4/3
Component In/Out 4/2
HDMI In/Out (version x.x) 4/2(V1.3)
HDMI V1.3 Deep ColorTM •
Multi-Room Video Out: CVBS /
S-Video / Component •/-/•
AUDIO
Analogue In/Out 6/4
Digital Optical In/Out 3/1
Digital Coaxial In/Out 3/1
Digital audio by HDMI •
Multi-Room Audio Out 2
Pre Out / Main In (7.1ch) •/-
Multichannel in •
OTHER
Speaker Terminal: Gold plated screw /
regular screw (all) -/•
Multi-Room Speaker Terminal •
Multi-Room D.Bus In/Out •
D.Bus In/Out •
IR Receiver In / Emitter Out 1/2
IR Flasher In 1
RS232C •
DC Triggers 2
Front Inputs: Audio / Composite /
S-Video / Digital (Opt) •/•/•/•
I-Pod input (direct / docking station) -/•
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Output (8/4 Ohm RMS) 125/- W
Audio Signal to Noise Ratio 105 dB
FM Tuner 87.5 - 108.00 MHz
Component video frequency
response
5 to
80MHz
GENERAL
Available colors:
Platinum/Gold/Silver/Black -/-/•/-
Metal Front Panel •
System Remote Control RC8001SR
Pre-programmed / Learnable /
Touch Screen •/•/-
Multiroom remote (included /
optional)
RC101
(•/-)
Power Consumption 650W
Detachable Power Cable •
Maximum Dimensions (W x
D x H) 440x396x184
Weight 15.0kg
Design and specifications are subject
to change by Marantz without notice.
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