Marantz SR5015OM User manual

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AV Surround Receiver
SR5015
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 11
Easy operation 15
Part names and functions 16
Front panel 16
Display 19
Rear panel 21
Remote control unit 25
Connections
Speaker installation 29
Connecting speakers 36
Before connecting speakers 36
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 40
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 41
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 42
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Bi-amp connection of front
speaker 48
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speaker 49
Connecting multi-zone speakers 50
Connecting a TV 52
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 53
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 54
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 55
Connecting a playback device 56
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 57
Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 58
Connecting a player device compatible with the 8K 59
Connecting a video camcorder or game console 60
Connecting a turntable 61
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 62
Connecting FM/AM antennas 63
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 65
Wired LAN 65
Wireless LAN 66
Connecting an external control device 67
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 67
DC OUT jack 68
Connecting the power cord 69
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Playback
Basic operation 71
Turning the power on 71
Selecting the input source 71
Adjusting the volume 72
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 72
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 72
Playing a USB memory device 73
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 74
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 77
Playing music from Bluetooth device 78
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 79
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 80
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 81
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 82
Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 83
Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones 83
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 84
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 85
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 86
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 87
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 87
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 88
Listening to preset stations 88
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 89
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 90
Cancelling Preset Skip 91
Listening to Internet Radio 92
Listening to Internet Radio 93
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 94
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 95
Getting the HEOS App 98
HEOS Account 99
Playing from streaming music services 100
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 103
AirPlay function 107
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 108
Playing iTunes music with this unit 108
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 109
Spotify Connect function 110
Playing Spotify music with this unit 110
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Convenience functions 111
Adding to HEOS Favorites 112
Playing back HEOS Favorites 112
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 113
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 114
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 115
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 116
Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment (Picture
Mode) 117
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 118
Changing the speaker settings to match the listening environment
(Speaker Preset) 119
Selecting a sound mode 120
Selecting a sound mode 121
Direct playback 122
Pure Direct playback 122
Auto surround playback 123
Description of sound mode types 124
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 128
HDMI Control function 132
Setting procedure 132
Smart Menu function 133
Sleep timer function 135
Using the sleep timer 136
Smart select function 137
Calling up the settings 138
Changing the settings 139
Panel lock function 140
Disabling all key button operations 140
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 140
Canceling the Panel lock function 141
Remote lock function 142
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 142
Enabling the remote sensor function 142
Web control function 143
Controlling the unit from a web control 143
Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) 145
Connecting ZONE2 145
Playback in ZONE2 147
Settings
Menu map 149
Menu operations 153
Audio 154
Center Level Adjust 154
Subwoofer Level Adjust 154
Surround Parameter 155
M-DAX 158
Audio Delay 159
Volume 160
Audyssey®161
Graphic EQ 163
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Video 165
Picture Adjust 165
HDMI Setup 167
Output Settings 172
On Screen Display 176
Screen Saver 177
4K/8K Signal Format 177
HDCP Setup 179
TV Format 179
Inputs 180
Input Assign 180
Source Rename 183
Hide Sources 183
Source Level 183
Speakers 184
Audyssey® Setup 184
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 186
Error messages 192
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 193
Manual Setup 194
Amp Assign 194
Speaker Config. 195
Distances 200
Levels 201
Crossovers 202
Bass 203
Front Speaker 204
Speaker Preset 204
Network 205
Information 205
Connection 205
Wi-Fi Setup 206
Settings 208
Network Control 210
Friendly Name 210
Diagnostics 211
AirPlay 211
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HEOS Account 212
You have not signed in 212
You have already signed in 212
General 213
Language 213
ECO 213
Bluetooth Transmitter 217
ZONE2 Setup 218
Zone Rename 219
Smart Select Names 219
Trigger Out 220
Front Display 220
Firmware 221
Information 224
Usage Data 226
Save & Load 226
Setup Lock 227
Reset 227
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 228
Tips
Tips 230
Troubleshooting 232
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 233
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 234
Display on this unit shows nothing 234
No sound comes out 235
Desired sound does not come out 236
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 239
No video is shown on the TV 240
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 242
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 242
AirPlay cannot be played back 243
USB memory devices cannot be played back 244
Bluetooth cannot be played back 245
The Internet radio cannot be played back 247
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 248
Various online services cannot be played 249
The HDMI Control function does not work 249
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 250
Update/upgrade error messages 251
Resetting factory settings 252
Resetting network settings 253
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Appendix
About HDMI 254
Video conversion function 258
Playing back a USB memory devices 260
Playing back a Bluetooth device 261
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 262
Playing back Internet Radio 263
Personal memory plus function 263
Last function memory 263
Explanation of terms 264
Trademark information 273
Specifications 275
Index 280
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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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Cable labelsWarranty
(for USA/for CANADA)
Notes on radio
Safety Instructions
Quick Start Guide
Sound calibration
microphone stand
Sound calibration
microphone
AM loop antennaFM indoor antennaPower cord
External antennas for
Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity
R03/AAA batteriesRemote control unit
(RC042SR)
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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. 23 ft/7 m
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Features
High quality sound
0Powerful 7-Channel Discrete Amplifier
Featuring discrete high-current power amplifiers on all channels, this
unit delivers 100 W of power per channel (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz,
T.H.D.: 0.08 %, 2ch drive). With low impedance driver capability, it
offers operational stability with a wide range of speakers for balanced,
quality sound.
Auto Eco Mode adjusts power output to speakers based on volume
level and on-screen eco meter, providing power consumption reduction
in real-time without sacrificing superb Marantz sound.
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. 265)
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. 157)
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 (v p. 268)
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.
0DTS Virtual:X (v p. 268)
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.
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High performance
0Advanced 8K HDMI Connectivity
This unit includes 6 HDMI inputs and 2 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.
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.
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0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (6 inputs, 2 outputs)
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OutIn
This unit is equipped with 6 HDMI inputs and 2 HDMI outputs enabling
connection to various HDMI compatible devices such as Blu-ray Disc
players, game consoles and HD video camcorders. This unit is
equipped with 2 monitor outputs, enabling you to project the same
image at the same time using this unit.
0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 107)
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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. 77)
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You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.
0Connect Bluetooth headphones
This unit can transmit Bluetooth so you can enjoy audio wirelessly
through your Bluetooth headphones.
Playback can be performed using connected speakers and Bluetooth
headphones simultaneously, or only using Bluetooth headphones.
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0Multi-Room audio (v p. 118)
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You can select and play back the respective inputs in MAIN ZONE and
ZONE2.
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 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 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.
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 of the MAIN ZONE (room where this unit is
located) on/off (standby). (v p. 71)
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. 167)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 169)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 210)
CINPUT SELECTOR knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 71)
DPURE DIRECT indicator
This lights when the “Pure Direct” mode is selected as the sound mode.
(v p. 122)
EM-DAX indicator
This lights when the M-DAX mode is selected. (v p. 158)
FDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 19)
GRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
HVOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 72)
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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JPURE DIRECT button
This switches the sound mode between Direct, Pure Direct and Auto
surround.
0“Direct playback” (v p. 122)
0“Pure Direct playback” (v p. 122)
0“Auto surround playback” (v p. 123)
KM-DAX button
This switches the M-DAX mode. (v p. 158)
LZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 147)
MZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 147)
NTuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 88)
ODIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 220)
PSTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display.
QSOUND MODE button
Switching the sound mode. (v p. 120)
RUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 62)
SAUX INPUT connectors
Used to connect analog output compatible devices such as video
camcorders and game consoles. (v p. 60)
TSETUP MIC jack
This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone.
(v p. 187)
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Display
The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other information are displayed here.
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AVolume indicator
BInput source indicator
The currently selected input source name is displayed.
If the input source name has been changed using “Source Rename” in
the menu, the input source name after the change is displayed.
(v p. 183)
oTuner display
These light up according to the reception conditions when the input
source is set to “Tuner”.
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CLights up when the broadcast is properly tuned in.
DIn the FM mode, this lights up when receiving stereo broadcasts.
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oSleep timer indicator
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EThis lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 135)
oZONE2 power on display
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FThis lights up when ZONE2 (another room) power is turned on.
(v p. 147)
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