Marantz NR1711 Users guide

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AV Surround Receiver

NR1711

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
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	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	48
	speaker
	Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speaker	49
	Connecting multi-zone speakers	50
	Connecting an external power amplifier	51

Connecting a TV		52
	Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
	compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC	53
	(Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
	Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
	incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC	54
	(Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
	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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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	87
	Preset Memory)
	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	109
	synced devices (AirPlay 2)
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	114
	(Channel Level Adjust)
	Adjusting the tone (Tone)	115
	Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video	116
	Select)
	Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment (Picture	117
	Mode)
	Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)	118
	Changing the speaker settings to match the listening environment	119
	(Speaker Preset)
	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	175
	Screen Saver	176
	4K/8K Signal Format	177
	HDCP Setup	178
	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	242
	on the television is different from normal
	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
Restoring the firmware to the factory defaults		254

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About HDMI	255
Relationship between video signals and monitor output	259
Playing back a USB memory devices	261
Playing back a Bluetooth device	262
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS	263
Playing back Internet Radio	264
Personal memory plus function	264
Last function memory	264
Explanation of terms	265
Trademark information	274
Specifications	276
Index	281

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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.

Quick Start Guide	Safety Instructions	Notes on radio	Warranty	Cable labels
			(for USA/for CANADA)

Power cord	FM indoor antenna	AM loop antenna	Sound calibration	Sound calibration
			microphone	microphone stand

Remote control unit	R03/AAA batteries	External antennas for
(RC042SR)		Bluetooth/wireless
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Inserting the batteries

1Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it.

2Insert two batteries correctly into the battery compartment as indicated.

Batteries

NOTE

0 To 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.

Approx. 23 ft/7 m

30° 30°

3Put the rear cover back on.

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Features

High quality sound

0Powerful 7-channel Discrete Amplifier

Featuring a high-current discrete power amplifier section, enjoy exceptional sound for movies and music. Identical power on all seven channels at 50 W per channel (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08 % T.H.D., 2ch. drive) with low-impedance drive capability delivers superb speaker control.

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.

0Dolby Atmos (v p. 266)

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. 269)

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. 269)

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.

0 DTS Virtual:X is not for use when Height speakers are connected.

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High performance

0Masterful 8K HDMI Connectivity

This unit includes 6 HDMI inputs and 1 output for all your favorite sources.

In addition to 8K upscaling, all 6 HDMI inputs support Dolby Vision, HLG, HDR10, 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, 21:9 video, BT.2020 pass-through and current HDCP 2.3 copy-protection standard.

One dedicated 8K HDMI input delivers the latest HDMI specifications, taking your home entertainment to the next level. Enjoy movies in crystal-clear 8K/60Hz picture quality with outstanding clarity and contrast with all of today’s HDR video formats like HDR10+ and Dynamic HDR. This unit also provides the best lag-free gaming experience with 4K/120Hz pass-through, ALLM, VRR, and QFT support.

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

8K 8K

	Up to						8K	8K Ultra HD
	1080p/4K 60Hz						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 functioncompatible 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, 1 output)

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In Out

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. 107)

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)

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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0 Multi-Room audio (v p. 118)		0	Compatible with the “Marantz 2016 AVR Remote” Appz for
GMAIN ZONEH		GZONE2H	performing basic operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhone or
			Android™ devices (Google, Amazon Kindle Fire)

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.

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

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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A Power operation button (X)

Used to turn the power of the MAIN ZONE (room where this unit is located) on/off (standby). (v p. 71)

B Power indicator

This is lit as follows according to the power status:

0Off: Power on

0Red: Normal standby

0Orange:

0 When “HDMI Pass Through” is set to “On” (v p. 167) 0 When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 169)

0 When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 210)

C INPUT SELECTOR knob

This selects the input source. (v p. 71)

D M-DAX indicator

This lights when the M-DAX mode is selected. (v p. 158)

E Remote control sensor

This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)

FDisplay

This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 19)

G PURE DIRECT indicator

This lights when the “Pure Direct” mode is selected as the sound mode. (v p. 122)

H VOLUME knob

This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 72)

I Headphones 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.

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0To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using headphones.

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J SETUP MIC jack

This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone. (v p. 187)

K M-DAX button

This switches the M-DAX mode. (v p. 158)

L ZONE2 ON/OFF button

This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 147)

M ZONE2 SOURCE button

This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 147)

N INTERNET RADIO button

This switches the input source to “HEOS Music” – “TuneIn Internet Radio”. (v p. 92)

O DIMMER button

Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 220)

P STATUS button

Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the display.

Q SOUND MODE button

Switching the sound mode. (v p. 120)

R PURE 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)

SUSB port (T)

This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices). (v p. 62)

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A Input mode indicators

These light according to the audio input mode settings of each input source. (v p. 182)

B Surround back indicator

This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround back speakers. (v p. 197)

C Decoder indicators

These light when Dolby or DTS signals are input or when the Dolby or DTS decoder is running.

D Audyssey® indicator

This lights when “MultEQ®”, “Dynamic EQ” or “Dynamic Volume” has been set up. (v p. 161)

E Tuner 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.

F Sleep timer indicator

This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 135)

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G Volume indicator

H MUTE indicator

This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 72)

I Information display

The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other information are displayed here.

J Input signal indicators

The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal. (v p. 182)

K ZONE2 indicator

This lights up when ZONE2 (another room) power is turned on. (v p. 147)

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A Bluetooth/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. 66)

A Place the external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity evenly over the screw terminal of rear.

B Turn clockwise until the antennas is fully connected. C Rotate the antenna upwards for best reception.

B FLASHER IN jack

Used when using a control BOX or other such control devices to control this unit.

C Digital audio connectors (DIGITAL AUDIO)

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. 54)

0“Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector” (v p. 55)

D NETWORK connector

Used to connect to a LAN cable when connecting to a wired LAN network. (v p. 65)

E REMOTE CONTROL jacks

Used to connect infrared receivers/transmitters in order to operate this unit and external devices from a different room. (v p. 67)

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F HDMI connectors

Used to connect devices equipped with HDMI connectors.

0“Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)” (v p. 53)

0“Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)” (v p. 54)

0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 57)

0“Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 58)

0“Connecting a player device compatible with the 8K” (v p. 59)

G DC OUT jack

Used to connect devices equipped with the trigger function. (v p. 68)

H SIGNAL GND terminal

Used to connect a ground wire for the turntable. (v p. 61)

I FM/AM antenna terminals (ANTENNA)

Used to connect FM antennas and AM loop antennas. (v p. 63)

J Analog audio connectors (AUDIO)

Used to connect devices equipped with analog audio connectors.

0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 57)

0“Connecting a video camcorder or game console” (v p. 60)

0“Connecting a turntable” (v p. 61)

K PRE OUT connectors

Used to connect a subwoofer with built-in amplifier or a power amplifier for ZONE2.

0“Connecting the subwoofer” (v p. 37)

0“Connection 2 : Connection using an external amplifier (ZONE2)” (v p. 146)

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L Video connectors (VIDEO)

Used to connect devices equipped with video connectors.

0“Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector” (v p. 55)

0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 57)

0“Connecting a video camcorder or game console” (v p. 60)

M Component video connectors (COMPONENT VIDEO)

Used to connect devices equipped with component video connectors.

0“Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector” (v p. 55)

0“Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 58)

N Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS)

Used to connect speakers. (v p. 36)

O AC inlet (AC IN)

Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 69)

NOTE

0Do not touch the inner pins of the connectors on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.

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A ZONE SELECT buttons

These switch the zone (MAIN ZONE, ZONE2) that is operated through the remote control unit.

0“Playback in ZONE2” (v p. 147)

0“Menu operations” (v p. 153)

B Input source select buttons

These selects the input source.

0“Selecting the input source” (v p. 71)

0“Playback in ZONE2” (v p. 147)

C Channel/page search buttons (CH/PAGE df)

These select radio stations registered to presets or switch pages. (v p. 88)

D MUTE button (:)

This mutes the output audio.

0“Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting)” (v p. 72)

0“Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) (ZONE2)” (v p. 148)

E Information button (INFO)

This displays the status information on the TV screen. (v p. 225)

F Cursor buttons (uio p)

These select items.

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G BACK button

This returns to the previous screen.

H System buttons

These perform playback related operations.

Tuning up / Tuning down buttons (TUNE +, –)

These select either FM broadcast or AM broadcast. (v p. 85)

I SMART SELECT buttons (1 – 4)

These call up settings registered to each button, such as input source, volume level and sound mode settings. (v p. 137)

J SOUND MODE buttons

These select the sound mode. (v p. 120)

K Remote control signal transmitter

This transmits signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)

L SLEEP button

This sets the sleep timer. (v p. 135)

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Q4 Q5

Q6

Q7 Q8

M POWER button (X)

This turns the power on/off.

0“Turning the power on” (v p. 71)

0“Playback in ZONE2” (v p. 147)

NECO Mode button (G)

This switches to ECO Mode. (v p. 213)

O VOLUME buttons (df)

These adjusts the volume level.

0“Adjusting the volume” (v p. 72)

0“Adjusting the volume (ZONE2)” (v p. 148)

P OPTION button

This displays the option menu on the TV screen.

Q ENTER button

This determines the selection.

R SETUP button

This displays the menu on the TV screen. (v p. 153)

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o Contents

Speaker installation	29
Connecting speakers	36
Connecting a TV	52
Connecting a playback device	56
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port	62
Connecting FM/AM antennas	63
Connecting to a home network (LAN)	65
Connecting an external control device	67
Connecting the power cord	69

NOTE

0Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed. However, when the “Setup Assistant” is running, follow the instructions in the “Setup Assistant” (page 9 in the separate “Quick Start Guide”) screen for making connections. (During “Setup Assistant” operation, the input/output connectors do not conduct current.)

0Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in noise.

o Cables used for connections

Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to connect.

Speaker cable

Subwoofer cable

HDMI cable

Component video cable

Video cable

Coaxial digital cable

Optical cable

	Audio cable	L	L
		R	R

LAN cable

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Speaker installation

Determine the speaker system depending on the number of speakers you are using and install each speaker and subwoofer in the room.

Speaker installation is explained using this example of a typical installation.

FL/FR

(Front speaker left/ right):

Place the FRONT left and right speakers an equal distance from the main listening position. The distance between each speaker and your TV should also be the same.

FL		FR
SL	C	SW2	SR
SW1
SBL	SB		SBR

	C	Place the CENTER speaker in between the front
	(Center speaker):	speakers and above or below your TV.
	SL/SR	Place the SURROUND left and right speakers an
		equal distance to the left and right sides of the
	(Surround speaker left/	main listening position. If you don’t have
	right):	surround back speakers, move the surround
		speakers slightly behind your listening position.
		Place the SURROUND BACK left and right
	SBL/SBR	speakers an equal distance from the main
		listening position and directly behind the main
	(Surround back
		listening position. When using a single surround
	speaker left/right):
		back speaker (SB), place it directly behind the
		listening position.
	SW 1/2	Place the SUBWOOFER at a convenient location
		near the front speakers. If you have two
	(Subwoofer):	subwoofers, place them asymmetrically across
		the front of your room.

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TML	TMR
TFL	TFR
FHL	FHR

	FHL/FHR	Place the FRONT HEIGHT left and right speakers
		directly above the front speakers. Mount them as
	(Front height speaker
		close to the ceiling as possible and aim them
	left/right):	towards the main listening position.
	TFL/TFR	Mount the TOP FRONT left and right speakers on
		the ceiling slightly in front of your main listening
	(Top front speaker
		position and aligned with the left and right front
	left/right):
		speakers.
	TML/TMR	Mount the TOP MIDDLE left and right speakers
	(Top middle speaker	directly above the main listening position and
	left/right):	aligned with the left and right front speakers.

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