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return this unit to
the store.
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WelcomeBefore You Begin
Thank you for choosing a Marantz Pre
Tuner.
This guide provides step-by-step
instructions for setting up your Pre
Tuner.
Required for Setup
or
TVRCA cablesXLR cables
HDMI cablePower amplifierSpeakers /
Speaker cables
Optional
or
LAN cableWi-Fi router
• When connecting this unit to a device that is compatible with the Deep Color, 4K and ARC
functions, use a “High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet” that displays the HDMI logo.
• These drawings are for illustrative purposes only and may not represent the actual product(s).
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What’s In the Box
Quick Start GuideFM indoor antenna
Safety InstructionsAM loop antenna
Notes on radioSound calibration
microphone
Warranty (for USA /
for CANADA)
Sound calibration
microphone stand
Cable labelsRemote control unit
(RC039SR)
Pre TunerR03/AAA batteries
Power cordExternal antennas
for Bluetooth/
wireless connectivity
• The included sound calibration microphone stand is convenient for use
when performing Speaker Calibration. Using your own tripod or the supplied
Sound calibration microphone stand enables settings to be automatically
configured to the optimum listening environment, providing exceptionally
high performance.
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Important: External Antennas
The removable external antennas are required for both
Bluetooth and Wireless network connectivity. Please make
sure to connect the antennas before attempting to use the
Bluetooth or Wi-Fi features of the AV8805.
n Connecting the external antennas for
Bluetooth/Wireless connectivity
For each of the two antennas:
q Place the antenna evenly over the antenna terminal
located at the upper left or right corner of the rear panel.
w Turn the antenna clockwise until it is fully connected. Do
not over tighten.
e Rotate the antenna upwards for the best possible
Connecting the Pre Tuner, Power Amplifi er and your TV
1) Place the Pre Tuner and Power
Amplifi er near your TV and connect
the power cord
TV
Pre Tuner
TV
Pre Tuner
Power cord
(supplied)
Connect to household
power outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
Power Amplifi er
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2) Connect the Pre Tuner to your home network
Wired LAN
Connect an Ethernet cable (not included) between your Pre
Tuner and your network router.
To LAN port
Router
Wireless LAN
When connecting to wireless LAN (Wi-Fi), follow the
instructions in “Connecting the external antennas for
Bluetooth/Wireless connectivity” and connect the antennas.
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3) Connect the Pre Tuner to your TV
with an HDMI cable
HDMI IN
(ARC)
HDMI cable
4) Turn on the TV
MONITOR1
MONITOR1
(ARC)
HDMI OUT
ARC
Pre Tuner (Rear panel)
ARC (Audio Return Channel) :
If your TV supports ARC, your TV can send audio back to the Pre Tuner
when you are using your TV’s built-in video sources (TV tuner, Smart TV
streaming services, etc…) ARC requires that you enable HDMI CEC on
your TV. Please refer to your TV’s Owner’s Manual for instructions on how
to setup HDMI CEC. Note that some TV manufacturers use other names
for the HDMI CEC function.
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TV remote control unit
5) Select the appropriate HDMI input on
your TV
HDMI
TV/
INPUT
TV remote control unit
or
VIDEO
6) Turn on the Pre Tuner
7) Verify the connection
• Press X to turn on the Pre Tuner.
• Verify that you can see this screen on your TV.
AV Preamp Setup Assistant
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If this screen is not displayed, please go back and retry
the steps again in the recommended sequence.
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Following the On-Screen Setup Assistant
The Setup Assistant will walk you through connecting and
confi guring your Power Amplifi er and components to your
Marantz Pre Tuner. Please use the remote control and
follow the on-screen instructions.
AV Preamp Setup Assistant
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English
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Download both the “HEOS” App and the “Marantz 2016 AVR Remote” App for the full home entertainment experience.
The HEOS App is required to access online music through your Pre Tuner.
Downloading the Mobile Apps
HEOS
The HEOS App allows you to explore,
browse, and play music from many online
streaming services or from your own music
library.
Marantz 2016 AVR Remote
Control your new Pre Tuner with the
latest Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App.
Volume control, sound mode selection and
advanced settings are always only a tap
away.
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Owner’s Manual
• For more information, visit www.marantz.com
• Refer to the Online Manual for other functions
information and operation procedure details.
manuals.marantz.com/AV8805/NA/EN/