Marantz NR1510 User manual

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AV Surround Receiver
NR1510
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 10
Easy operation 13
Part names and functions 14
Front panel 14
Display 17
Rear panel 19
Remote control unit 23
Connections
Speaker installation 27
Connecting speakers 29
Before connecting speakers 29
Standard connection 32
Connecting a TV 34
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 35
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 36
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 37
Connecting a playback device 38
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 39
Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 40
Connecting a video camcorder or game console 41
Connecting a turntable 42
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 43
Connecting FM/AM antennas 44
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 46
Wired LAN 46
Wireless LAN 47
Connecting an external control device 48
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 48
Connecting the power cord 49
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Playback
Basic operation 51
Turning the power on 51
Selecting the input source 51
Adjusting the volume 52
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 52
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 52
Playing a USB memory device 53
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 54
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 57
Playing music from Bluetooth device 58
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 59
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 60
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 61
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 62
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 64
RDS Search 64
PTY Search 65
TP Search 66
Radio text 66
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 67
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset) 67
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 68
Listening to preset stations 68
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 69
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 70
Cancelling Preset Skip 71
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Listening to Internet Radio 72
Listening to Internet Radio 73
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 74
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 75
Getting the HEOS App 78
HEOS Account 79
Playing from streaming music services 80
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 83
AirPlay function 87
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 88
Playing iTunes music with this unit 88
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 89
Spotify Connect function 90
Playing Spotify music with this unit 90
Convenience functions 91
Adding to HEOS Favorites 92
Playing back HEOS Favorites 92
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 93
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Ch Level Adjust) 94
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 95
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 96
Selecting a sound mode 97
Selecting a sound mode 98
Direct playback 99
Pure Direct playback 99
Auto surround playback 100
Description of sound mode types 101
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 104
HDMI Control function 107
Setting procedure 107
Smart Menu function 108
Sleep timer function 110
Using the sleep timer 111
Smart select function 112
Calling up the settings 113
Changing the settings 114
Panel lock function 115
Disabling all key button operations 115
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 115
Canceling the Panel lock function 116
Remote lock function 117
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 117
Enabling the remote sensor function 117
Web control function 118
Controlling the unit from a web control 118
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Settings
Menu map 120
Menu operations 124
Audio 125
Center Level 125
Subwoofer Level 125
Surr.Parameter 126
M-DAX 130
Audio Delay 131
Volume 132
Audyssey®133
Manual EQ 135
Video 137
HDMI Setup 137
On Screen Disp. 142
4K Signal Format 143
TV Format 144
Inputs 145
Input Assign 145
Source Rename 148
Hide Sources 148
Source Level 148
Speakers 149
Audyssey® Setup 149
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 151
Error messages 157
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 158
Manual Setup 159
Speaker Config. 159
Distances 161
Levels 162
Crossovers 163
Bass 164
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Network 165
Information 165
Connection 165
Wi-Fi Setup 166
Settings 167
Network Control 169
Friendly Name 169
Diagnostics 170
AirPlay 170
HEOS Account 171
You have not signed in 171
You have already signed in 171
General 172
Language 172
ECO 172
Smart Sel.Names 175
Front Display 175
Firmware 176
Information 179
Usage Data 180
Save & Load 181
Setup Lock 181
Reset 182
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Tips
Tips 184
Troubleshooting 186
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 187
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 188
Display on this unit shows nothing 188
No sound comes out 189
Desired sound does not come out 190
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 192
No video is shown on the TV 193
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 194
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 194
AirPlay cannot be played back 195
USB memory devices cannot be played back 196
Bluetooth cannot be played back 197
The Internet radio cannot be played back 198
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 199
Various online services cannot be played 200
The HDMI Control function does not work 200
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 201
Update/upgrade error messages 202
Resetting factory settings 203
Resetting network settings 204
Appendix
About HDMI 205
Playing back a USB memory devices 208
Playing back a Bluetooth device 209
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 210
Playing back Internet Radio 211
Personal memory plus function 211
Last function memory 211
Sound modes and channel output 212
Sound modes and surround parameters 213
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 216
Explanation of terms 219
Trademark information 226
Specifications 228
Index 234
License 237
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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 FM indoor antenna AM loop antenna Sound calibration
microphone
Sound calibration
microphone stand
Remote control unit
(RC040SR)
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 5-channels (60 Watts x 5-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.
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 2.3
This unit is compatible with HDCP 2.3 copyright protection standard.
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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, DTS-HD Master Audio 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.
0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (6 inputs, 1 output)
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This unit is equipped with 6 HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI output enabling
connection to various HDMI compatible devices such as Blu-ray Disc
players, game consoles and HD video camcorders.
0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 87)
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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. 57)
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You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.
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.
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.
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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.
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
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APower operation button (X)
Used to turn the power on/off (standby). (v p. 51)
BPower indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0Off: Power on
0Red: Normal standby
0Orange:
0When “HDMI PassThrough” is set to “On” (v p. 138)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 139)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 169)
CINPUT SELECTOR knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 51)
DM-DAX indicator
This lights when the M-DAX mode is selected. (v p. 130)
ERemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
FDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 17)
GPURE DIRECT indicator
This lights when the “Pure Direct” mode is selected as the sound mode.
(v p. 99)
HVOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 52)
IHeadphones jack (PHONES)
This is used to connect headphones.
When the headphones are plugged into this jack, audio will no longer
be output from the connected speakers or from the PRE OUT
connectors.
NOTE
0To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using
headphones.
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This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone.
(v p. 152)
KM-DAX button
This switches the M-DAX mode. (v p. 130)
LTuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 68)
MINTERNET RADIO button
This switches the input source to “HEOS Music” – “TuneIn Internet
Radio”. (v p. 72)
NDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 175)
OSTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display.
PSOUND MODE button
Switching the sound mode. (v p. 97)
QPURE DIRECT button
This switches the sound mode between Direct, Pure Direct and Auto
surround.
0“Direct playback” (v p. 99)
0“Pure Direct playback” (v p. 99)
0“Auto surround playback” (v p. 100)
RUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 43)
SAUX-HDMI connector
This is used to connect HDMI output compatible devices such as video
camcorders and game consoles. (v p. 41)
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Display
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AInput mode indicators
These light according to the audio input mode settings of each input
source. (v p. 147)
BDecoder indicators
These light when Dolby or DTS signals are input or when the Dolby or
DTS decoder is running.
CAudyssey® indicator
This lights when “MultEQ®”, “Dynamic EQ” or “Dynamic Volume” has
been set up. (v p. 133)
DTuner reception mode indicators
These light up according to the reception conditions when the input
source is set to “Tuner”.
TUNED: Lights up when the broadcast is properly tuned in.
STEREO: Lights up when receiving FM stereo broadcasts.
RDS: Lights up when receiving RDS broadcasts.
ESleep timer indicator
This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 110)
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FVolume indicator
GMUTE indicator
This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 52)
HInformation display
The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other
information are displayed here.
IInput signal indicators
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal.
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ABluetooth/wireless LAN antenna connectors
Used to connect the included external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity when connecting to a network via wireless LAN, or when
connecting to a handheld device via Bluetooth. (v p. 47)
APlace the external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity
evenly over the screw terminal of rear.
BTurn clockwise until the antennas is fully connected.
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Used to connect devices equipped with digital audio connectors.
0“Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel)” (v p. 36)
0“Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI
connector” (v p. 37)
0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 39)
CNETWORK connector
Used to connect to a LAN cable when connecting to a wired LAN
network. (v p. 46)
DREMOTE CONTROL jacks
Used to connect infrared receivers/transmitters in order to operate this
unit and external devices from a different room. (v p. 48)
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