Marantz SR6015 User manual

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AV Surround Receiver
SR6015
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 21
Rear panel 23
Remote control unit 27
Connections
Speaker installation 31
Connecting speakers 38
Before connecting speakers 38
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 42
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 44
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 45
Connecting 9.1-channel speakers 49
Connecting 11.1-channel speakers 56
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers: Bi-amp connection of front
speakers 60
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speakers 61
Connecting multi-zone speakers 62
Connecting a TV 65
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 66
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 67
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 68
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Connecting a playback device 69
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 70
Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 71
Connecting a player device compatible with the 8K 72
Connecting a video camcorder or game console 73
Connecting a turntable 74
Connecting a device with a multi-channel output connector 75
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 76
Connecting FM/AM antennas 77
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 79
Wired LAN 79
Wireless LAN 80
Connecting an external control device 81
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 81
DC OUT jack 82
Connecting the power cord 83
Playback
Basic operation 85
Turning the power on 85
Selecting the input source 85
Adjusting the volume 86
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 86
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 86
Playing a USB memory device 87
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 88
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 91
Playing music from Bluetooth device 92
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 93
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 94
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 95
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 96
Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 97
Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones 97
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 98
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 99
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 100
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 101
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 101
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 102
Listening to preset stations 102
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 103
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 104
Cancelling Preset Skip 105
Listening to Internet Radio 106
Listening to Internet Radio 107
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 108
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 109
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Getting the HEOS App 112
HEOS Account 113
Playing from streaming music services 114
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 117
AirPlay function 121
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 122
Playing iTunes music with this unit 122
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 123
Spotify Connect function 124
Playing Spotify music with this unit 124
Convenience functions 125
Adding to HEOS Favorites 126
Playing back HEOS Favorites 126
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 127
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 128
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 129
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 130
Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment (Picture
Mode) 131
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 132
Changing the speaker settings to match the listening environment
(Speaker Preset) 133
Selecting a sound mode 134
Selecting a sound mode 135
Direct playback 136
Pure Direct playback 136
Auto surround playback 137
Description of sound mode types 138
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 143
HDMI Control function 148
Setting procedure 148
Smart Menu function 149
Sleep timer function 151
Using the sleep timer 152
Smart select function 153
Calling up the settings 154
Changing the settings 155
Panel lock function 156
Disabling all key button operations 156
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 156
Canceling the Panel lock function 157
Remote lock function 158
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 158
Enabling the remote sensor function 158
Web control function 159
Controlling the unit from a web control 159
Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) 161
Connecting ZONE2 161
Playback in ZONE2 164
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Settings
Menu map 166
Menu operations 170
Audio 171
Center Level Adjust 171
Subwoofer Level Adjust 171
Surround Parameter 172
M-DAX 177
Audio Delay 178
Volume 179
Audyssey®180
Graphic EQ 183
Video 185
Picture Adjust 185
HDMI Setup 187
Output Settings 192
On Screen Display 196
Screen Saver 197
4K/8K Signal Format 197
HDCP Setup 199
TV Format 199
Inputs 200
Input Assign 200
Source Rename 203
Hide Sources 203
Source Level 203
Speakers 204
Audyssey® Setup 204
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 206
Error messages 212
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 214
Manual Setup 215
Amp Assign 215
Speaker Config. 221
Distances 225
Levels 227
Crossovers 228
Bass 229
Front Speaker 230
Speaker Preset 230
Network 231
Information 231
Connection 231
Wi-Fi Setup 232
Settings 234
Network Control 236
Friendly Name 236
Diagnostics 237
AirPlay 237
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HEOS Account 238
You have not signed in 238
You have already signed in 238
General 239
Language 239
ECO 239
Bluetooth Transmitter 243
ZONE2 Setup 244
Zone Rename 246
Smart Select Names 246
Trigger Out 247
Front Display 247
Firmware 248
Information 251
Usage Data 253
Save & Load 253
Setup Lock 254
Reset 254
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 255
Tips
Tips 257
Troubleshooting 259
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 260
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 261
Display on this unit shows nothing 261
No sound comes out 262
Desired sound does not come out 263
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 266
No video is shown on the TV 267
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 269
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 269
AirPlay cannot be played back 270
USB memory devices cannot be played back 271
Bluetooth cannot be played back 272
The Internet radio cannot be played back 274
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 275
Various online services cannot be played 276
The HDMI Control function does not work 276
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 277
When using HDMI ZONE2, the devices does not function properly 278
Update/upgrade error messages 279
Resetting factory settings 280
Resetting network settings 281
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Appendix
About HDMI 282
Video conversion function 286
Playing back a USB memory devices 288
Playing back a Bluetooth device 289
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 290
Playing back Internet Radio 291
Personal memory plus function 291
Last function memory 291
Explanation of terms 292
Trademark information 301
Specifications 303
Index 309
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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 Notes on radio Warranty
(for USA/for CANADA)
Cable labels
Power cord FM indoor antenna AM loop antenna Sound calibration
microphone
Sound calibration
microphone stand
R03/AAA batteries External antennas for
Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity
Remote 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 9-Channel Discrete Amplifier
Featuring discrete high-current power amplifiers on all channels, this
unit delivers 110W of power per channel (8 Ω/ohms, 20Hz-20kHz,
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. 293)
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. 174)
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. 296)
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.
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0DTS Virtual:X (v p. 296)
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.
0IMAX Enhanced (v p. 296)
This IMAX Enhanced product have met stringent performance
standards established by IMAX and DTS in order to create a consistent
and higher bar for sound performance. DTS has developed a special
method for reproducing an IMAX signature sound experience in the
consumer’s home. This method combines a unique conversion process
for IMAX theatrical audio mixes utilizing an enhanced DTS codec
technology. The IMAX theatrical audio format with point source
surround speakers closely matches the speaker configuration most
consumers have in their homes today. Coupled with DTS audio
technology, IMAX Enhanced audio products will ensure the best and
most accurate audio reproduction over 5.1 or more speaker channels.
0Audyssey LFC™ (Low Frequency Containment) (v p. 182)
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. 205)
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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High performance
0Advanced 8K HDMI Connectivity with eARC support
This unit includes 7 HDMI inputs and 3 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.
0Equipped with HDMI ZONE2 output (v p. 161)
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 (7 inputs, 3 outputs)
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OutIn
For connection to a broad range of digital sources, this unit features 7
HDMI inputs, 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
ZONE2.
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.
0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 121)
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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. 91)
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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. 132)
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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
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. 85)
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. 187)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 189)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 236)
CINPUT SELECTOR knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 85)
DDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 21)
ERemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
FVOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 86)
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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APURE DIRECT button
This switches the sound mode between Direct, Pure Direct and Auto
surround.
0“Direct playback” (v p. 136)
0“Pure Direct playback” (v p. 136)
0“Auto surround playback” (v p. 137)
BPURE DIRECT indicator
This lights when the “Pure Direct” mode is selected as the sound mode.
(v p. 136)
CM-DAX button
This switches the M-DAX mode. (v p. 177)
DM-DAX indicator
This lights when the M-DAX mode is selected. (v p. 177)
EZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 164)
FZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 164)
GTuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 102)
HDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 247)
ISTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display.
JSOUND MODE button
Switching the sound mode. (v p. 134)
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KHeadphones 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.
LSETUP MIC jack
This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone.
(v p. 207)
MUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 76)
NAUX INPUT connectors
Used to connect analog output compatible devices such as video
camcorders and game consoles. (v p. 73)
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