Marantz MM-8003 Owners Manual

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8 Channel Power Amplifier

MM8003

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION:

LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufﬁ cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of impor tant operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG

POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE:

Changes or modiﬁ cations may cause this unit to fail to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Cet appareil numerique de la Classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT

This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. There are, however, some installation and operation precautions which you should be particularly aware of.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacture's instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁ ers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories speciﬁ ed by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a car t is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning stor ms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Additional Safety Information!

•

This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’ s instructions have been adhered to.

• Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping

or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

• When the switch is in the OFF position, the

apparatus isn’t completely switched-off from the MAINS.

• The equipment shall be installed near the

power supply so that the power supply is easily accessible.

• Do not touch hot spots during and immediately

after use.

• During and immediately after use, this product

is hot in areas other than the controls and rear panel connection jacks.

• Do not touch hot spots and especially the top

panel. Contact with hot areas can cause burns.

• Do not be exposed to excessive heat such as

sunshine, ﬁ re or the like.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

U.S. Responsible Party: Marantz America, Inc.

Type of Product: Model:

100 Corporate Drive, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, U.S.A. TEL: 201-741-6500

8 Channel Power Amplifier MM8003

AMP_080328U2

ENGLISH

INTRODUCTION

Thank you very much for purchasing this model MM8003 8-Channel Power Ampliﬁ er from Marantz. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide you with many years of home theater enjoyment. Please take a few minutes to read this manual thoroughly before you connect and operate the MM8003. As there are a number of connection and conﬁ guration options, you are encouraged to discuss your own particular home theater setup with your Marantz A/V specialist dealer.

ACCESSORIES CHECK

Before use, check the below accessories were included in the package.

AC power cable

Remote control cable

User Guide

Warranty Card

USA × 1 Canada × 1

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ....................................1

ACCESSORIES CHECK ....................................................1

CONTENTS ............................................1

FEATURES .............................................2

BEFORE USE .........................................2

NAMES AND FUNCTION ......................3

FRONT PANEL ...................................................................3

REAR PANEL .....................................................................3

BASIC CONNECTIONS .........................4

PREPARING THE CONNECTION CABLES .................... 4

INPUT CONNECTOR SWITCHING...................................4

AV8003 CONNECTIONS ...................................................5

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS ...............................................6

POWER CABLE CONNECTION........................................7

USING AC OUTLETS .........................................................7

OPERATION ...........................................8

TURNING ON THE POWER ..............................................8

TURNING THE POWER OFF ............................................8

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS ................9

BI-AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS ........................................9

MULTI ZONE SPEAKER CONNECTIONS ......................10

MULTI ZONE CONNECTIONS ........................................ 11

REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTIONS ...........................12

CONNECTIONS WITH EXTERNAL CONTROL

COMPONENTS ................................................................12

TROUBLESHOOTING .........................13

RESETTING THE AMPLIFIER .........................................13

OTHERS ...............................................14

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................14

FUNCTION

NAMES AND

BASIC

CONNECTIONS

OPERATION

ADVANCED

CONNECTIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

OTHERS

ENGLISH

C O R P E M 3

W O FF

FEATURES

This 8-channel power ampliﬁ er comes with upgraded functions and supports the latest format of surround sound without compromising the design technology of Marantz's ﬂ agship models.

Current feedback type of discrete power ampliﬁ er with high sound quality

The MM8003 features in all 8 channels the current feedback type of power ampliﬁ er, which uses the complementary push-pull circuitry incorporated in Marantz's SM-11S1 Hi-Fi Power Amplifier. This improves the model's operating stability and enables it to achieve high-density, high-speed sound reproduction across a wide sound range. In the rear section the power ampliﬁ er is a current/ voltage conversion amplifier unit that employs a Wilson current mirror circuit for amplifying sound up to the treble range at low distortion levels.

Improved instantaneous current supply capability

In the rear section of the power amplifier is the LAPT (high-performance power transistor), which is featured in Marantz's model SM-11S1 Hi-Fi Power Ampliﬁ er. This device improves the instantaneous current supply capability. Copper bus bars are featured in the unit that supplies the power to each channel. The power supply unit has a large toroidal transformer that delivers low levels of noise and leakage ﬂ ux thanks to its internal structural features such as its laminated core, silicon steel-plated core ring,etc., and the use of its shielded casing. Original Marantz parts with a combined capacitance of 100,000 μF (50,000μF/71V × 2), which have been specially crafted to achieve the maximum in terms of sound quality, are employed in the block capacitor, a key component of the power supply unit. Thanks to the improvements in the current supply capability of these parts, you can enjoy high-powered sound brimming with ambiance.

High-sound-quality design based on the pure surround concept

A chimney-type heat sink and extremely quiet cooling fan deal with the heat that is discharged from the 8-channel ampliﬁ er to a high degree of efﬁ ciency. A high-precision temperature sensor IC is used to adjust the rotational speed of the cooling fan in response to the changes in the amount of heat generated by the ampliﬁ er. These features together make for lavish speciﬁ cations well suited to the ampliﬁ er's use in high-end theater systems, which are engineered to ensure virtually noiseless operation. The ampliﬁ er's chassis is copper-plated to protect the analog audio circuitry from high-frequency noise. This is an impor tant technological aspect for reproducing sound without compromising the delicately nuanced sound ﬁ elds of Super Audio. In addition, top-of-the-line audio capacitors, film capacitors and other high-quality components are used to achieve a high-sound-quality design.

BALANCED/UNBALANCED switching function

This function makes it possible to select BALANCED or UNBALANCED input each channel depending on the application.

Remote power control

By connecting the amplifier to Marantz's model AV8003 AV pre-tuner, the ampliﬁ er's power can be switched on or off in tandem with the power on/off operation of the AV8003 using the remote power control function. A ﬂ oating ground connection that doesn’t form a ground loop is used for the connection with the AV8003 so the sound quality is not adversely affected.

Other functions

Also provided are an IR ﬂ asher input connector to support customized installation, and DC trigger input connector and output connectors.

BEFORE USE

This section must be read before any connection is made to the mains supply.

EQUIPMENT MAINS WORKING SETTING

Your Marantz product has been prepared to comply with the household power and safety requirements that exist in your area. MM8003 can be powered by 120V AC only.

Recording and playback of any material may require consent. For further information refer to the following:

— Copyright Act 1956 — Dramatic and Musical Performers Act 1958 — Performers Protection Acts 1963 and 1972 — Any subsequent statutory enactments and

orders

DO NOT LOCATE IN THE FOLLOWING PLACES

To ensure long-lasting use, do not locate the unit where:

• Exposed to direct sunlight.

• Near to sources of heat such as heaters.

• Highly humid or poorly ventilated.

• Dusty.

• Subjected to mechanical vibrations.

• On wobbly, inclined or otherwise unstable surfaces

• Radiated heat is blocked such as in cramped audio racks.

To ensure proper heat radiation, ensure the below clearance from walls and other equipment.

Left 8 inchs (0.2 m) or more

Above 8 inchs (0.2 m) or more

W O FF

C O R P E M 3

Right

8 inchs (0.2 m) or

Rear

8 inchs (0.2 m) or

KEEP OBJECTS OFF

Keep objects off the unit. Blocking the vent can result in accident and damage.

DO NOT TOUCH HOT SPOTS DURING AND IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE

During and immediately after use, the unit is hot in areas other than the controls and rear panel connection jacks. Do not touch hot spots and especially the top panel. Contact with hot areas can cause burns.

NAMES AND FUNCTION

8CH POWER AMPLFIER MM8003

POWER ON/SANDBY

STANDBY

120V 60Hz

UNSWITCHED 125A 150W

AC OUTLET

DC CONTROL

LASHER

REMOTE CONTROL

SPEAKER SYS EMS

6-8 OHM

AC N

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALAN ED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

MODEL NO. MM8003

OUT

OUTININ

CHANNEL 1

CHANNEL 2

CHANNEL 3

CHANNEL 4

CHANNEL 5

CHANNEL 6

CHANNEL 7

CHANNEL 8

CHANNEL 1

CHANNEL 2

CHANNEL 3

CHANNEL 4

CHANNEL 5

CHANNEL 6

CHANNEL 7

CHANNEL 8

(

)

(

)

(

)

( SR

)

SBL

)

(

SBR

)

(

)

( OPTION

)

(

)

(

)

(

)

( SR

)

(

SBL

)

(

SBR

)

( OPTON

)

For a more detailed description of the functions of each part, refer to the pages given in ( ).

FRONT PANEL

REAR PANEL

ENGLISH

FUNCTION

NAMES AND

q w

8CH POWER AMPLFIER MM8003

STANDBY

POWER ON/SANDBY

q POWER ON/STANDBY button (page 8) w STANDBY indicator (page 8) e Illumination lamp (page 8)

c bnv ,

m .

BASIC

CHANNEL 8

(

)

(

)

OPTION

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH

CHANNEL 7

CHANNEL 8

)

(

)

OPTON

(

SBR

UNBALANCED

CHANNEL 6

(

)

SBL

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

CHANNEL 5

(

)

SBL

SBR

z UNBALANCED (RCA) input connectors (page 5)

CHANNEL 4

UNBALANCED

(

)

(

)

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

CHANNEL 3

(

)

(

)

UNBALANCED

CHANNEL 2

(

)

BALANCED

(

)

(

)

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

CHANNEL 1

(

)

BALANCED

GND

( )

COLD

CONNEC IO

SPEAKER SYS EMS

6-8 OHM

OUT

LASHER

DC CONTROL

REMOTE CONTROL

)

AC N

MODEL NO. MM8003

AC OUTLET

120V 60Hz

UNSWITCHED 125A 150W

x BALANCED (XLR) input connectors (page 5)

CONNECTIONS

OPERATION

ADVANCED

CONNECTIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

UNBALAN ED

CHANNEL 1

CHANNEL 2

CHANNEL 3

CHANNEL 4

CHANNEL 5

CHANNEL 6

CHANNEL 7

c Input selector switches (page 4) v SPEAKER SYSTEMS output connectors (page 6) b Flasher input connector (page 12)

OTHERS

n DC CONTROL IN/OUT connectors (page 12) m REMOTE CONTROL IN, OUT connectors (page 12) , AC IN socket (page 7) . AC OUTLET (page 7)

ENGLISH

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

CHANNEL 1

CHANNEL 2

CHANNEL 3

CHANNEL 4

CHANNEL 5

CHANNEL 6

CHANNEL 7

CHANNEL 8

(

)

(

)

(

)

(

)

(

SBL

)

(

SBR

)

(

)

(

OPTION

)

NAMES AND

FUNCTION

BASIC CONNECTIONS

PREPARING THE CONNECTION CABLES

Provide the cables required by the component to be used.

CONNECTIONS

BASIC

BALANCED CONNECTIONS

XLR audio cable

Male Female

PUH

OPERATION

q This ampliﬁ er uses XLR connectors, which are

widely used in professional audio applications, for the BALANCED connectors. Their features are described below.

• Due to their 3-pin construction, the music signals can be transmitted as balanced signals, and the effects of extraneous noise are minimal.

CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED

• Their connect/disconnect locking mechanism minimizes any shakiness in the connector area and performs high reliability.

w For professional audio applications, the XLR

connectors can be connected in the following two

TROUBLESHOOTING

ways.

1. European system (pin w = hot, pin e = cold)

HOT

OTHERS

COLD

2. U.S. system (pin w = cold, pin e = hot)

2 1

3

GND

UNBALANCED CONNECTIONS

RCA audio cable

REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTIONS

RCA cable (accessory)

(This cable is required to connect the AV8003 or other Marantz component to this ampliﬁ er.)

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS

Speaker cable

INPUT CONNECTOR SWITCHING

A BALANCED or UNBALANCED input for the input connectors can be selected for each channel.

Input selector switches

SBL

BALANCED

)

CHANNEL 4

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

)

CHANNEL 5

(

UNBALANCED

(

)

BALANCED

CHANNEL 6

(

SBR

UNBALANCED

CHANNEL 8

(

OPTION

UNBALANCED

BALANCED:

The XLR audio cable is used for connection with the control ampliﬁ er.

UNBALANCED:

The RCA audio cable is used for connection with the control ampliﬁ er.

Notes:

• Select the input, whether balanced or unbalanced, before turning on the power. Failure may occur if it is selected after the power has already been turned on.

• If the ampliﬁ er input and input selector switch settings are incorrectly matched, no sound will be output from the ampliﬁ er.

CHANNEL 7

)

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH

(

BALANCED

CHANNEL 3

)

UNBALANCED

(

BALANCED

CHANNEL 2

)

UNBALANCED

(

BALANCED

CHANNEL 1

(

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

)

GND

2 1

COLD

3

HOT

e The XLR connectors on this amplifier use the

European system in 1. above. If a pre-ampliﬁ er or control ampliﬁ er with connectors using the U.S. system is connected to this ampliﬁ er using balanced cables, the signal phase will be reversed.

To correct the signal phase, reverse the connections

of pins w and e of the XLR connector at one end of the cable.

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