Marantz PM-15S2 User Guide

Model PM-15S2 User Guide

Integrated Amplifi er

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The lightning fl ash 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 important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

WARNING

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

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.

ATTENTION:

POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE 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:

- 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 modifications 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.

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

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 fi t 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 specifi ed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart
is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms 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 fi lled 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 expose the unit to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fi re or the like.

AMPRC_090130U2

ENGLISH

NEDERLANDS

WARRANTY

For warranty information, contact your local Marantz distributor.

RETAIN YOUR PURCHASE RECEIPT

Your purchase receipt is your permanent record of a valuable purchase.
It should be kept in a safe place to be referred to as necessary for
insurance purposes or when corresponding with Marantz.

IMPORTANT

When seeking warranty service, it is the responsibility of the consumer to
establish proof and date of purchase. Your purchase receipt or invoice is
adequate for such proof.

FOR U.K. ONLY

This undertaking is in addition to a consumer's statutory rights and
does not affect those rights in any way.

FRANÇAIS

GARANTIE

Pour des informations sur la garantie, contacter le distributeur local
Marantz.

CONSERVER L'ATTESTATION D'ACHAT

L'attestation d'achat est la preuve permanente d'un achat de valeur.
La conserver en lieu sur pour s'y reporter aux fi ns d'obtention d'une
couverture d'assurance ou dans le cadre de correspondances avec
Marantz.

IMPORTANT

Pour l'obtention d'un service couvert par la garantie, il incombe au
client d'établir la preuve de l'achat et d'en corroborer la date. Le reçu
ou la facture constituent des preuves suffi santes.

DEUTSCH

GARANTIE

Bei Garantiefragen wenden Sie sich bitte an Ihren Marantz-Händler.

HEBEN SIE IHRE QUITTING GUT AUF

Die Quittung dient Ihnen als bleibende Unterlage für Ihren wertvollen
Einkauf Das Aufbewahren der Quittung ist wichtig, da die darin
enthaltenen Angaben für Versicherungswecke oder bei Korrespondenz
mit Marantz angeführt werden müssen.

WICHTIG!

Bei Garantiefragen muß der Kunde eine Kaufunterlage mit
Kaufdatum vorlegen. Ihren Quittung oder Rechnung ist als Unterlage
ausreichend.

GARANTIE

Voor inlichtingen omtrent garantie dient u zich tot uw plaatselijke
Marantz.

UW KWITANTIE, KASSABON E.D. BEWAREN

Uw kwitantie, kassabon e.d. vormen uw bewijs van aankoop van
een waardevol artikel en dienen op een veilige plaats bewaard te
worden voor evt, verwijzing bijv, in verbend met verzekering of bij
correspondentie met Marantz.

BELANGRIJK

Bij een evt, beroep op de garantie is het de verantwoordelijkheid van de
consument een gedateerd bewijs van aankoop te tonen. Uw kassabon
of factuurzijn voldoende bewijs.

ITALIANO

GARANZIA

L’apparecchio è coperto da una garanzia di buon funzionamento della
durata di un anno, o del periodo previsto dalla legge, a partire dalla
data di acquisto comprovata da un documento attestante il nominativo
del Rivenditore e la data di vendita. La garanzia sarà prestata con la
sostituzione o la riparazione gratuita delle parti difettose.
Non sono coperti da garanzia difetti derivanti da uso improprio, errata
installazione, manutenzione effettuata da personale non autorizzato
o, comunque, da circostanze che non possano riferirsi a difetti di
funzionamento dell’apparecchio. Sono inoltre esclusi dalla garanzia
gli interventi inerenti l’installazione e l’allacciamento agli impianti di
alimentazione.
Gli apparecchi verranno riparati presso i nostri Centri di Assistenza
Autorizzati. Le spese ed i rischi di trasporto sono a carico del cliente.
La casa costruttrice declina ogni responsabilità per danni diretti o indiretti
provocati dalla inosservanza delle prescrizioni di installazione, uso e
manutenzione dettagliate nel presente manuale o per guasti dovuti ad uso
continuato a fi ni professionali.

CE MARKING

English

The PM-15S2 is in conformity with the EMC directive and

low-voltage directive.

Français

Le

PM-15S2

sur les basses tensions.

Deutsch

Das Modell PM-15S2 entspricht den EMC-Richtlinien und

den Richtlinien für Niederspannungsgeräte.

Nederlands

De PM-15S2 voldoet aan de EMC eisen en de vereisten

voor laag-voltage.

Italiano

Il PM-15S2 è conforme alle direttive CEE ed a quelle per i

bassi voltaggi.

est conforme à la directive EMC et à la directive

Deutsch

WARNHINWEISE

- Das Gerät nicht Regen, Feuchtigkeit, Tropf- oder Spritzwasser
aussetzen.

- Die Abdeckung nicht vom Gerät abnehmen.

- Keine Gegenstände durch die Belüftungsschlitze stecken.

- Das Netzkabel nicht mit feuchten oder nassen Händen anfassen.

- Decken Sie die Lüftungsöffnungen nicht mit einem Tischtuch, einer
Zeitung, einem Vorhang usw. ab.

- Es dürfen keine Gegenstände mit offener Flamme, wie etwa
brennende Kerzen, auf dem Gerät aufgestellt werden.

- Auf das Gerät dürfen keine mit Flüssigkeiten gefüllte Behälter, wie
etwa eine Vase, gestellt werden.

- Wenn der Schalter ausgeschaltet ist (OFF-Position), ist das Gerät
nicht vollständig vom Stromnetz (MAINS) abgetrennt.

- Das Gerät sollte in der Nähe einer Netzsteckdose aufgestellt
werden, damit es leicht an das Stromnetz angeschlossen werden
kann.

- Setzen Sie das Gerät keiner übermäßigen Wärme aus, z.B. durch
Aufstellung in direkter Sonneneinstrahlung, in der Nähe eines
offenen Feuers usw.

English

- Do not expose the equipment to rain, moisture, dripping or
splashing.

- Do not remove the cover from the equipment.

- Do not insert anything into the equipment through the ventilation
holes.

- Do not handle the mains cord with wet hands.

- Do not cover the ventilation with any items such as tablecloths,
newspapers, curtains, etc.

- No naked fl ame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed
on the equipment.

- No objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
equipment.

- When the switch is in the OFF position, the equipment is not
completely switched off from MAINS.

- The equipment shall be installed near the power supply so that the
power supply is easily accessible.

- Do not expose the unit to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fi re
or the like.

Français

-

Ne pas exposer l’appareil à la pluie, à l’humidité, à l’égouttement ou
aux éclaboussures.

- Ne pas essayer de retirer le boîtier de l’appareil.

- Ne rien insérer dans l’appareil par les orifi ces de ventilation.

- Ne pas manipuler le cordon d’alimentation avec les mains
mouillées.

- Ne pas recouvrir les ouïes de ventilation avec un objet quelconque
comme une nappe, un journal, un rideau, etc.

- Ne placer aucune source de flamme nue, comme une bougie
allumée, sur l'appareil.

- Aucun objet rempli de liquide, un vase par exemple, ne doit être placé
sur l'appareil.

- Lorsque l'interrupteur est sur la position OFF, l'appareil n'est pas
complètement déconnecté du SECTEUR (MAINS).

- L'appareil sera installé près de la source d'alimentation, de sorte que
cette dernière soit facilement accessible.

- Ne pas exposer l’appareil à une chaleur excessive, comme celle des
rayons directs du soleil, d’un feu, etc.

WARNINGS

AVERTISSEMENTS

Nederlands

WAARSCHUWINGEN

- Stel het apparaat niet bloot aan regen, vocht, druppels of spetters.

- Verwijder de afdekplaat van het apparaat niet.

- Duw niets door de ventilatieopeningen in het apparaat.

- Raak het netsnoer niet met natte handen aan.

- Bedek de ventilatieopeningen niet met enige voorwerpen, zoals
tafelkleden, kranten, gordijnen, enz.

- Plaats geen brandende voorwerpen, zoals kaarsen, op het
apparaat.

- Plaats geen voorwerpen met een vloeistof erin, zoals een
bloemenvaas, op het apparaat.

- Als de schakelaar op OFF staat, is het apparaat niet volledig
losgekoppeld van de netspanning (MAINS).

- De apparatuur wordt in de buurt van het stopcontact geïnstalleerd,
zodat dit altijd gemakkelijk toegankelijk is.

- Stel het apparaat niet bloot aan grote warmte, zoals direct zonlicht,
vuur en dergelijke.

Italiano

AVVERTENZE

- Non esporre l’apparecchio alla pioggia, all’umidità, al gocciolamento
o agli spruzzi.

- Non rimuovere il coperchio dell’apparecchio.

- Non introdurre oggetti all’interno dell’apparecchio attraverso i fori di
ventilazione.

- Non toccare il cavo di alimentazione con le mani bagnate.

- Non coprire le fessure di ventilazione con tovaglie, giornali, tende od
oggetti analoghi.

- Non posare sull'apparecchio sorgenti di fi amme scoperte quali
candele accese.

- Non mettere sull'apparecchiatura alcun contenitore di liquido, come
ad esempio dei vasi.

- Quando l'interruttore è nella posizione OFF, l'apparecchiatura non è
completamente scollegata da MAINS.

- L’apparecchio va installato in prossimità della fonte di alimentazione,
in modo che quest’ultima sia facilmente accessibile.

- Non esporre l’unità ad eccessivo calore come la luce diretta del sole,
il fuoco o simili.

AMPRC_090130N1

A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING

This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. This product and the accessories packed together are the applicable product to the
WEEE directive except batteries.
Please dispose of any materials in accordance with your local recycling regulations.
When discarding the unit, comply with your local rules or regulations.

ENGLISH

Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concerning chemical wastes.

REMARQUE CONCERNANT LE RECYCLAGE

Le matériel d’emballage de cet appareil est recyclable et peut être réutilisé. Cet appareil et les accessoires qui sont emballés avec celui-ci sont
conformes, à l’exception des piles, à la directive DEEE (relative aux déchets d’équipements électriques et électroniques).
Jetez ce matériel conformément aux réglementations de recyclage locales.
Pour mettre l’appareil au rebut, respectez les règles ou réglementations locales.

FRANÇAIS

Les piles ne doivent jamais être jetées ou incinérées, mais être mises au rebut conformément aux réglementations locales concernant les déchets
chimiques.

RECYCLING-HINWEIS

Das Verpackungsmaterial dieses Produkts ist für Recycling geeignet und kann wiederverwendet werden. Dieses Produkt und das in seinem
Verpackungskarton enthaltene Zubehör mit Ausnahme der Batterien entsprechen der WEEE-Direktive.
Bitte beachten Sie bei der Entsorgung irgendwelcher Materialien die örtlichen Recycling-Bestimmungen.
Bei der Entsorgung des Gerätes sind die einschlägigen Umweltschutzaufl agen sorgfältig zu befolgen.

DEUTSCH

Batterien dürfen nicht weggeworfen oder verbrannt werden, sondern müssen gemäß den örtlichen Vorschriften zur Entsorgung von chemischem Abfall
entsorgt werden.

RECYCLING VAN APPARATUUR EN VERPAKKINGSMATERIAAL

De verpakking van dit product is geschikt voor recycling. Dit product en de accessoires, als geheel verpakt, zijn het relevante product volgens de WEEE­richtlijn, behalve de batterijen.
Gooi materialen bij het afval volgens de gemeentelijke voorschriften voor recycling.
Gooi dit apparaat bij het afval volgens de gemeentelijke wetten of voorschriften.
Batterijen mogen nooit bij het normale afval en mogen nooit worden verbrand, maar moeten worden weggegooid volgens de gemeentelijke voorschriften

NEDERLANDS

voor chemisch afval.

NOTA SUL RICICLAGGIO

I materiali di imballaggio di questo prodotto sono riciclabili e possono essere riutilizzati. Questo prodotto e gli accessori in dotazione con esso, eccettuate
le batterie, rappresentano il prodotto applicabile per la direttiva RAEE (rifi uti di apparecchiature elettriche ed elettroniche).
Smaltirli seguendo le proprie normative locali sul riciclaggio.
Quando si desidera eliminare l’apparecchio, attenersi alle indicazioni e alle normative locali.

ITALIANO

Non gettare via le batterie e non bruciarle, ma smaltirle in conformità alle normative locali relative ai rifi uti chimici.

INFORMATION FOR USERS ON COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF OLD EQUIPMENT AND
USED BATTERIES

When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations.

ENGLISH

Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with the local regulations concerning battery disposal.

INFORMATION CONCERNANT LA COLLECTE ET LE TRAITEMENT DES PILES USAGÉES ET DES
DÉCHETS D’ÉQUIPEMENTS ÉLECTRIQUES ET ÉLECTRONIQUES

Lorsque vous mettez cet appareil au rebut, respectez les lois ou réglementations en vigueur.
Les piles ne doivent jamais être jetées ou incinérées, mais mises au rebut conformément aux lois en vigueur sur la mise au rebut des piles.

FRANÇAIS

VERBRAUCHERINFORMATION ZUR SAMMLUNG UND ENTSORGUNG ALTER ELEKTROGERÄTE UND
BENUTZTER BATTERIEN

Beachten Sie bei der Entsorgung des Gerätes die örtlichen Vorschriften und Bestimmungen.

DEUTSCH

Die Batterien dürfen nicht in den Hausmüll geworfen oder verbrannt werden; bitte entsorgen Sie die Batterien gemäß der örtlichen Vorschriften.

INFORMATIE VOOR GEBRUIKERS VAN INZAMELING EN VERWIJDERING VAN OUDE APPARATEN EN
GEBRUIKTE BATTERIJEN

Volg voor het wegdoen van de speler de voorschriften voor de verwijdering van wit- en bruingoed op.
Batterijen mogen nooit worden weggegooid of verbrand, maar moeten volgens de plaatselijke voorschriften betreffende chemisch afval worden
verwijderd.

NEDERLANDS

INFORMAZIONI PER GLI UTENTI SULLA RACCOLTA E LO SMALTIMENTO DI VECCHIA ATTREZZATURA
E BATTERIE USATE

Per lo smaltimento dell’unità, osservare le normative o le leggi locali in vigore.

ITALIANO

Non gettare le batterie, né incenerirle, ma smaltirle conformemente alla normativa locale sui rifiuti chimici.

Thank you for choosing the Marantz product.
Please read this User Guide thoroughly to ensure proper operation and installation before using this product.
After reading this User Guide, be sure to keep this for your future reference.

Accessories check

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

ENGLISH

• Remote controller ............................................................. 1

• Size “AAA” batteries ......................................................... 2

CONTENTS

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

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

EQUIPMENT MAINS WORKING SETTING ..........2

INAPPROPRIATE PLACES FOR INSTALLATION

USAGE OF REMOTE CONTROLLER ..................3

NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ......................... 4

FRONT PANEL ......................................................4

DISPLAY ................................................................5

REMOTE CONTROLLER ......................................6

REAR PANEL ........................................................7

BASIC CONNECTIONS .............................. 8

CONNECTING AUDIO COMPONENTS ...............8

CONNECTING SPEAKER SYSTEMS ..................9

CONNECTING OF AC POWER CABLE .............10

BASIC OPERATIONS ............................... 10

AMP OPERATION ...............................................10

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS ................... 12

CONNECTION TO THE P.DIRECT IN JACKS ....12

CONNECTION TO THE PRE OUT JACKS .........12

STEREO COMPLETE BI-AMP CONNECTION
BASIC CONNECTION FOR 5.1 MULTI-CHANNEL

PLAYBACK ..........................................................15

F.C.B.S. ...............................................................16

...2

....13

• AC Power cord ................................................................. 1

• User Guide ....................................................................... 1

• Warranty Card (U.S.A)

U.S.A. ....................................................................... 1

Canada ..................................................................... 1

ADVANCED OPERATIONS ...................... 17

HOW TO SET ID NUMBERS...............................17

BI-AMP MODE ....................................................17

TRIMMING ..........................................................18

ATT (ATTENUATION) .........................................19

HOW TO OPERATE THE SIDE ILLUMINATION

CONTROLLING MARANTZ COMPONENTS .....20

...19

TROUBLESHOOTING .............................. 21

GENERAL ...........................................................21

PHONO ...............................................................22

ERROR MESSAGES ..........................................22

ABOUT THE PROTECTION CIRCUIT ................23

OTHERS .................................................... 24

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................... 24

DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS ...............................24

CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT EXTERNAL

SURFACES .........................................................25

USING HEADPHONES .......................................25

REPAIRS ............................................................. 25

NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED OPERATIONSTROUBLESHOOTINGOTHERS

1

ENGLISH

NAMES AND FUNCTIONS BASIC CONNECTIONS BASIC OPERATIONS

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED OPERATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS

FEATURES

The PM-15S2 is a successor model for the PM-15S1, adopting
leading-edge technologies developed for the higher-grade
PM-11S2 model.

HDAM-SA3 Module

¶

The HDAM-SA3 is a key amplifier module for a current feedback
amplifier and is mounted on the voltage-current conversion
block, which is the most important part of an amplifier, for
further improved circuit stability and high-speed processing.

Constant Current Feedback Phono Equalizer

¶

The phono equalizer adopts a system that maintains the
current feedback at a constant level within the audible range,
and supports both the MC and MM cartridges. Thanks to
this system, extremely smooth sound over the entire band of
frequencies with less noise can be achieved.

Linear Control Volume

¶

This volume control amplifier is a combination of the MAS6116
from MAS and the inverse NF-type current feedback amplifier.
The amplifier section adopts a fully discrete design, combining
the HDAM-SA3 and the HDAM-SA2.

CD Direct Input Buffer Amplifier

¶

An input buffer amplifier that uses the HDAM-SA2 is mounted
directly after the input jacks in order to directly convey high­quality Super Audio CD sound.

V/I Servo Current Feedback Power Amplifier

¶

To further improve the stability of the power amplifier, the
V/I Servo system has been developed. With this system,
fluctuations in the output offset voltage are converted into
currents and compensated in Current mode. Thus, the audio
quality and stability can be enhanced with this newly developed
V/I Servo system.

BEFORE USE

EQUIPMENT MAINS WORKING
SETTING

Your Marantz product has been prepared to comply with the
household power and safety requirements that exist in your
area.

– Power requirements (U.S.A.) .......................AC 120V 60Hz

– Power requirements (Europe) ................AC 230V 50/60Hz

INAPPROPRIATE PLACES FOR
INSTALLATION

To keep your amplifier in perfect working order for the
longest possible time, avoid installing the unit in the following
locations.

• Wherever it will be exposed to direct sunlight

• Wherever it will be close to a heater or other heat-radiating
appliance

• Wherever the humidity is high or ventilation is poor

• Wherever it is very dusty

• Wherever it will be subject to vibration

• On top of a rickety stand or in an unstable location which is
tilted at an angle

• Near windows where there is a chance of exposure to rain,
etc.

• On top of an amplifier or other component which dissipates
a great deal of heat

To ensure proper heat dissipation, install the unit while leaving
clearances between the unit and wall or other components, as
shown in the figure below.

Left 0.2 m
(7-7/8 in) or more

Above 0.2 m
(7-7/8 in) or more

Right 0.2 m

(7-7/8 in) or more

F.C.B.S.

¶

A Floating Control Bus System enables the user to connect
up to four PM-15S2 units for linked operation. A diversity of
applications, such as complete bi-amp with two units and 5.1
multichannel connections with three units, become available.

Power Amplifier Direct Input

¶

With this function, this unit serves as a power amplifier.
As this function can be turned ON or OFF with a button on
the front panel, this unit can be used as part of various audio­visual systems.

Double-Shielded Toroidal Transformer

¶

Double-Layered Chassis

¶

2

Rear 0.2 m (7-7/8 in) or more

Do not place objects on top

7

• Refrain from placing any objects on top of the unit.

Do not touch hot areas, especially
around the “hot surface mark” during

Hot surface mark

During and immediately after use, this product is hot in areas
other than the controls and rear panel connection jacks. Do not
touch hot areas, especially around the “hot surface mark” and
the top panel. Contact with hot areas can cause burns.

and immediately after use.

BEFORE USE

USAGE OF REMOTE CONTROLLER

Loading batteries

7

Before using the remote controller for the first time, load the
batteries in the remote controller. The batteries provided are
used to verify the operations of the remote controller only.

Remove the battery cover.

1.

Paying close attention to polarity indicators (ª plus and

2.

· minus), be sure to insert batteries correctly and as
indicated.

Return the battery cover to its original position.

3.

2

1

3

Cautions on handling batteries

¶

Misusing batteries can lead to fire, injury or soiling of surrounding
area as a result of leakage, rupture or corrosion.
Carefully read the following precautions before using
batteries.

• Insert the batteries while ensuring that their ª and · poles
are properly aligned with the corresponding markings on the
remote controller.

• Batteries of the same size and shape may have different
voltages. Do not use any battery except the type indicated.
Do not use old and new batteries together, and do not use
different types of batteries together.

• Do not recharge batteries.

• Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical
attention if accidentally ingested.

• Do not carry or store batteries together with metal ball point
pens, necklaces, coins, hair pins, etc.

• If you will not be using the remote controller for an extended
time (1 month or more), remove the batteries to prevent
leakage. If batteries leak, do not touch the fluid with bare
hands. Wipe away any fluid in the case and put in new
batteries. When doing so, handle with care, because fluid
on skin or clothing presents a burn risk. If you accidentally
get fluid on your skin, immediately wash with water and seek
medical attention.

• Do not heat or take apart batteries or put them in flame or
water.

ENGLISH

Operational range

7

Operate the unit with the remote controller within the range of
the illustration below.

Approx. 5 m (16.4 ft)

Precautions

• Do not allow direct sunlight, an inverter fluorescent light or
other strong source of light to shine onto the playerʼs infrared
signal reception window (remote sensor). Otherwise, the
operation of the remote control unit may be disabled.

• Bear in mind that operating the remote control unit may
cause other devices operated by infrared rays to be operated
by mistake.

• The remote control unit cannot be operated if the space
between the controller and the playerʼs remote sensor is
obstructed.

• Do not place any objects on top of the remote control unit.
Doing so may cause one or more buttons to be held down
which will cause the batteries to run down.

NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED OPERATIONSTROUBLESHOOTINGOTHERS

• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with
governmental regulations or environmental public
instruction’s rules that apply in your country or area.

• Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as
direct sunlight, fire or the like.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

FRONT PANEL

qwer t yuio

q INPUT SELECTOR Knob

This knob is for selecting the input source to use in playback
and recording. The selected input source is displayed in the
display.

!0!1!2!3!4!0

i ATT Button

This button attenuates the volume with one press of the button.
For instructions on How to Set the Attenuation Level, see
page. 19.

w DISPLAY Button

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

This button turns the display and side illumination ON and
OFF. For instructions on HOW TO OPERATE THE SIDE
ILLUMINATION, see page. 19.

e TONE Button

This button turns the tone control ON or OFF.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERSNAMES AND FUNCTIONS

r SPEAKERS Button

This button turns the speaker output to the speakers connected
to the SPEAKER SYSTEMS terminals on the rear panel ON
or OFF. To listen with headphones, turn speaker output OFF
with this button.

t Display

Indicate the selected input source, volume level, and setting
status.

y PHONO MC Button

This button switches the phono equalizer between MC and
MM. When MC is set, the center of the button is lit a blue
color. Set the phono equalizer amplifier according to the type
of cartridge you use.

o VOLUME Knob

This knob is for setting the volume. The volume level is
displayed on the display.
During power amplifier direct mode, the volume cannot be
changed.

!0 Illumination Lamp

The illumination lamp casts a blue light over the switches
and buttons. It can be turned ON and OFF with the DISPLAY
button. For instructions on HOW TO OPERATE THE SIDE
ILLUMINATION, see page. 19.

!1 Tone Control Knobs (BASS, TREBLE)

These knobs control bass and treble tones.
The bass and treble tones are increased as the corresponding
knobs are turned clockwise and decreased as they are turned
counterclockwise.

When the TONE button is set to OFF, the tone cannot be
controlled.

!2 POWER ON/OFF Switch

This switch turns power to the unit ON and OFF. When pressed,
power is activated and the blue indicator in the display lights
up. Pressing the switch again turns the power OFF.

u P.DIRECT IN Button

To use this unit as a power amplifier, hold this button pressed
for at least 3 seconds until the indicator lights.

While this unit serves as a power amplifier, the volume
level cannot be adjusted with the VOLUME knob.

To cancel power amplifier direct mode, hold this button pressed
again for at least 3 seconds.
See also t P.DIRECT IN Jacks, page 7.

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!3 Infrared Receptor Window

This receptor window receives control signals sent from the
included remote controller.

!4 PHONES Jack

This jack is for connecting headphones with a standard stereo
plug.

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DISPLAY

!5

!6

OPERATE

!7

!5 Power Indicator

This indicator is lit a blue color while power to the unit is ON.

!6 Display Panel

Approximately 3 seconds after the power to the unit is activated,
the ID number is displayed here.

VOLUME Indicator Volume Display

Max

NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

Turn the VOLUME knob on
the unit to the right, or press
the VOLUME 5 button on the
remote controller.

0.5dB Steps

Turn the VOLUME knob on
the unit to the left, or press
the VOLUME ∞ button on the
remote controller.

After that, the top line displays the selected input source,
and the bottom line displays the volume level. The volume
attenuation (dB units) is displayed.

During power amplifier direct mode, the volume cannot be
changed.

Min

The display also displays the setting values when adjusting
the left-right level balance. For instructions on How to Trim
Volume Level, see page. 18. Other messages that correspond
to various operations are also displayed.

!7 OPERATE Indicator

This indicator indicates the operating status of the unit.
When the ID is set to “0” for standalone operation, it is lit a red
color. When multiple amplifiers are connected by F.C.B.S., only
ID number “1” for the master is lit red color. The slave amplifier
whose indicator does not light a red color cannot be used to
operate other units in sync.
For more information on F.C.B.S., see page. 16.
The indicator flashes red if a protective circuit trips.

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

REMOTE CONTROLLER

This remote controller can be used to control the PM-15S2 and
Marantz Super Audio CD players or DVD players that have a
remote control receptor. The operations possible by remote
control may differ with each component, therefore see the
instruction manual that came with the component.

OPEN/ SOUND

.

,
m

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

n

b

ADVANCED OPERATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERSNAMES AND FUNCTIONS

.

CLOSE

PHONO

RECORDER 1

RECORDER 2

TRIM

L

DISPLAY

VOLUME

RANDOM REPEAT

TOP MENU

BALANCED

EXIT

+

ENTER

-

SCAN

RETURN

FM/B AM/A

LINE 1

LINE 2

MENU

MODE

CD

z

TONE

x

R

ATT

c

v

z Input Selector Buttons

These buttons are for selecting the input source to use in
playback.

x TONE Button

This button turns tone (bass /treble) control ON and OFF.

c ATT Button

This button attenuates volume level with one press.
(page. 19)

v VOLUME Buttons

3 : This button increases the volume level.
4 : This button decreases the volume level.

b DISPLAY Button

This button turns the display ON and OFF.

n Cursor Buttons

In the Trimming Mode

These buttons are for selecting the channel to trim and the
trimming level.
ENTER : Not used.

2 / R : This button selects the R channel for trimming.
1 / L : This button selects the L channel for trimming.
3 / + : This button increases the trimming level.
4 / – : This button decreases the trimming level.

Other than the Trimming Mode

2, 1 , 3, 4 and ENTER: These buttons are for selecting
settings items on menu displays of Marantz DVD players, etc.
For operations of supported Marantz products, see the tables
on the 20 page and the instruction manual of the Marantz
component.

m EXIT Button

This button ends the trimming mode when trimming is
finished.

, TRIM Button

This button starts the various trim adjustments. (Page. 18)
When multiple units are connected by F.C.B.S., this button
selects the unit with which to perform trimming.

. Component Operating Buttons

These buttons are for operating Marantz Super Audio CD
players, DVD players, etc. For operations of supported Marantz
products, see the tables on the 20 page and the instruction
manual of the Marantz component.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

!

!

REAR PANEL

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qw ert

RECORDER

1!2

PRE OUT

L

R

P.DIRECT

21LINE 21

OUTOUTIN IN

IN

L

R

L

R

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 4

R CH L CH

0

PHONO

GND

L

R

PHONO CD

L

R

ININ

ININ

q PHONO GND Terminal

Connect the grounding wire from an analog record player
here.

w PHONO IN Jacks

These jacks are for connecting to an analog record player.
Both MC and MM cartridges can be used, therefore set the
PHONO MC button on the front panel according to the type
of cartridge you are using.

e CD IN Jacks

These jacks are for connecting to the output jacks of a Super
Audio CD player, etc.

r PRE OUT Jacks

These jacks are for connecting to the input jacks of another
main amplifier or active subwoofer.

t P.DIRECT IN Jacks

These input jacks are used when this unit is used as a power
amplifier in power amplifier direct mode. Connect your
preamplifier to these jacks, if you have them. During power
amplifier direct mode, the volume cannot be changed.

yuio

F.C .B .S .

BI.AMP

IN OUT

-

8 OHMS

STEREO

u AMP MODE Switch

STEREO : Set to use this unit as a normal two-channel stereo

amplifier.

BI-AMP : Set to use this unit in complete bi-amp

connection.

For STEREO COMPLETE BI-AMP mode, see page 13.

i F.C.B.S. IN/OUT Jacks

These jacks are used to connect and synchronize up to four
amplifiers. For instructions on use and connections, see
F.C.B.S. (page. 16).

o AC IN Socket

Connect this socket to the power outlet using the included
power cord.

!0 RECORDER 1/2 Output Jacks

These jacks are for connecting to the recording input jacks of
a tape deck etc.

!1 RECORDER 1/2 Input Jacks

These jacks are for connecting to the output jacks of a tape
deck or other type of recording device.

NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED OPERATIONSTROUBLESHOOTINGOTHERS NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

y SPEAKER SYSTEMS Terminals

These terminals are for connecting a speaker systems.
Speaker output can be turned ON/OFF from the SPEAKERS
button on the front panel.
When in bi-amp mode, the signals input into the L channel are
output from both channels.

!2 LINE 1/2 IN Jacks

These jacks are for connecting to the output jacks of a tuner,
DVD player, etc.

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BASIC CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING AUDIO COMPONENTS

Notes:

• Do not connect this unit and other components to mains power until all connections between components have been completed.

• Insert all plugs and connectors securely. Incomplete connections may make noise.

BASIC CONNECTIONS

• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly.

Red connectors are for the R (right) channel, and white connectors are for the L (left) channel.

• Be sure to connect input and output properly.

• Refer to the instructions for each component that is connected to this unit.

• Do not tie the connected cable into a bundle with the power supply cord or speaker cables. Doing so may cause noise.

CD Player

OPEN/
CLOSE

SOUND

MODE

Record player

SUPER AUDIO CD PLAYER SA-15S1

DISPLAY OFF

PLAY

STOP

POWER ON/OFF

PONES LEVEL

PAUSE

To LINE OUT jack

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

Tuner, etc.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS

DVD Player, etc.

RANDOMDIMMER

POWER

STANDBY

CD-R, etc.

To LINE OUT jack

PHONO CD

PHONO

GND

L

R

PRE OUT

L

R

P.DIRECT

IN

L

R

ININ

RECORDER

21LINE 21

L

DVD PLAYER DV-12S1

V-PART

192kHz

LAST MEMO

PROGRESSIVE
DVD
AUDIO

96kHz

CONDITION

DOLBY D

TRK

GRP

VIDEO OFF

CHP

TEMAIN

TITLE

TOTAL

DIG OFF

DOWN MIX

LC

R

LFE

LSS RS

PAUSE

PLAY STOP

OPEN/CLOSEVIDEO ON/OFF

FL OFF

To LINE OUT jack

R

ININ

L

R

OUTOUTIN IN

To LINE OUT jack

To LINE IN jack

Tape deck, etc.

To LINE OUT jack

To LINE IN jack

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BASIC CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING SPEAKER SYSTEMS

• Be sure to use speakers with the specified impedance as shown on the rear panel of this unit.

Note:

• To prevent damage to circuitry, do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other and do not let them touch any metal part of this
unit.

• Do not touch the speaker terminals when the power is on. It may cause you to receive an electric shocks.

• Do not connect two or more speaker cables to a speaker terminal at the same time. If you do so, this unit may be damaged.

• Be sure to connect the positive and negative cables for the speaker properly. If they are miss-connected, the signal phase will be
reversed and the signal quality will be corrupted.

NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 4 - 8 OHMS

R CH L CH

BI.AMP

STEREO

F.C.B.S.

IN OUT

Set to “STEREO”

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED OPERATIONSTROUBLESHOOTINGOTHERS BASIC CONNECTIONS

L CH speaker

R CH speaker

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BASIC CONNECTIONS BASIC OPERATIONS

BASIC CONNECTIONS

Wiring speaker cable

7

Strip away approx. 10 mm (3/8 inch) of wire insulation.

1.

Twist the bared wire ends tight, to prevent short circuits.

2.

Loosen the knob by turning it counterclockwise.

3.

Insert the bare part of the wire into the hole in side of

4.

each terminal.

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

10 mm
(3/8 in)

BASIC OPERATIONS

AMP OPERATION

Turning the Unit ON

7

POWER ON/OFF button

Turn on the connected audio equipment, such as a CD

1.

player.

Press the POWER ON/OFF button of this unit.

2.

Input Source Selection

7

Example: CD playback

ADVANCED OPERATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS

Tighten the knob by turning it clockwise to secure the

5.

wire.

CONNECTING OF AC POWER CABLE

Plug the supplied AC power cable to the AC IN socket on

1.

the rear panel of the main unit.

AC IN

(Operation with the controls on the main unit)

Set to CD by turning the INPUT SELECTOR knob.

(Operation with the controls on the remote controller)

Press the CD button on the remote controller.

OPEN/ SOUND
CLOSE

PHONOCDBALANCED

RECORDER 1

RECORDER 2

TRIM

L

INPUT SELECTOR knob

To use the speakers connected to the SPEAKER SYSTEMS
terminals, press the SPEAKERS button on the front panel to
set it to ON.

EXIT

+

ENTER

LINE 1

LINE 2

MODE

CD button

TONE

R

10

Plug the power cable into an AC outlet.

2.

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Volume Adjustment

7

Adjust the volume as desired with the VOLUME knob on
the front panel or the VOLUME 3 or 4 button on the remote
controller.

DISPLAY

VOLUME knob

VOLUME

ATT

-

VOLUME34
buttons

To increase volume, turn the VOLUME knob clockwise or press
the VOLUME 3 button on the remote controller.
To decrease volume, turn the VOLUME knob counterclockwise
or press the VOLUME 4 button on the remote controller.
When the VOLUME knob on the front panel is turned slowly,
the volume can be fine-adjusted in 0.5 dB steps, whereas when
it is turned rapidly, the volume level changes greatly.

Attenuating the Volume Level

7

Temporarily

The volume level from the speakers can be temporarily
attenuated.

L

ENTER

DISPLAY

VOLUME

ATT button

Press the ATT button on the front panel or on the remote

1.

controller to attenuate the output volume level.

Press the ATT button on the front panel or on the remote

2.

controller again to cancel attenuation.

For details on How to Set Attenuation Level, see page

19.

R

ATT

-

ATT button

NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

Tone Adjustment

7

According to your preference and acoustic conditions of the
room, the bass and treble tones can be adjusted.

BASS TREBLE

TONE button Tone control knobs

PHONOCDBALANCED

RECORDER 1

RECORDER 2

TRIM

L

DISPLAY

EXIT

+

ENTER

-

LINE 1

LINE 2

TONE

TONE button

R

ATT

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED OPERATIONSTROUBLESHOOTINGOTHERS BASIC OPERATIONS

Before adjusting the tone, press the TONE button on the front
panel or on the remote controller to set it to ON.
For bass tone adjustment, turn the BASS control knob.
For treble tone adjustment, turn the TREBLE control knob.

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ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

CONNECTION TO THE P.DIRECT IN JACKS

If an AV amplifier or preamplifier is available, this unit can be used as a power amplifier, using the connections shown below.
For this use, hold the P.DIRECT IN button on the front panel of this unit pressed for at least 3 seconds to set it to ON. “POWER
AMP DIRECT” is displayed on the display.

For details on preamplifier operations, refer to the operation manual of the preamplifier.

AV amplifier,
preamplifier, etc.

To PRE OUT jacks

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

PHONO

GND

L

R

PHONO CD

L

R

ININ

P.DIRECT

PRE OUT

IN

L

L

R

R

ININ

RECORDER

21LINE 21

L

R

OUTOUTIN IN

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 4

R CH L CH

-

8 OHMS

STEREO

F.C.B.S.

BI.AMP

IN OUT

ADVANCED OPERATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS

R CH speaker L CH speaker

Notes:

• To cancel power amplifier direct mode, hold the P.DIRECT IN button on the front panel pressed for at least 3 seconds.

• Before setting the unit to power amplifier direct mode, turn off the preamplifier or set the volume level to the minimum.

CONNECTION TO THE PRE OUT JACKS

If a power amplifier is available, this unit can be used as a preamplifier, using the connections shown below.
For details on connections between the power amplifier and speaker system, refer to the operation manual of the power amplifier
to be used.

PHONO

GND

PHONO CD

L

R

ININ

P.DIRECT

PRE OUT

L

R

RECORDER

IN

L

R

21LINE 21

L

R

OUTOUTIN IN

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 4

R CH L CH

-

8 OHMS

L

R

ININ

To input jacks

STEREO

F.C.B.S.

BI.AMP

IN OUT

12

Speaker SpeakerPower amplifier

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STEREO COMPLETE BI-AMP CONNECTION

The two amplifiers are connected by F.C.B.S. for synchronized use. For F.C.B.S. connection, connect with commercially available

1.

monaural ⇔ monaural miniplugs or stereo ⇔ stereo miniplugs as described in F.C.B.S. (page. 16).

Set the ID numbers as explained in HOW TO SET ID NUMBERS (page. 17). When the ID1 amplifier is operated, the ID 2

2.

amplifier will operate in sync. Set the AMP MODE switch on the rear panel to BI-AMP, referring to BI-AMP MODE (page

17).

Connect the analog output of the CD player etc. to the L ch input jacks of both pre-amps.

3.

 As both amplifiers operate as monaural amplifiers in BI-AMP mode, do not use the R channel of the input jacks on these

units.

Set the SPEAKERS button on the front panel of the two amplifiers to ON.

About Complete Bi-Amp

¶

Proposed by Marantz, the complete bi-amp connection is an advanced technique that enhances sound quality. The low and mid/high
amplifiers are separated and independent of the preamplifier, therefore interference between low and mid/high sounds is reduced
to a minimum. As a result, a wide sound environment can be reproduced.

Note:

Speaker systems connected using complete bi-amp connections must support bi-amp connections. Before connecting your speakers,
check in the instruction manual that came with the speakers or contact the manufacturer to confirm whether they support bi-amp
connection.

Super Audio CD player, etc.

NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

PHONO

GND

PHONO CD

L

R

OPEN/
CLOSE

Lch（ID1） Rch（ID2）

P.DIRECT

PRE OUT

L

R

ININ

IN

L

L

R

R

ININ

RECORDER

21LINE 21

L

R

OUTOUTIN IN

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 4

-

8 OHMS

R CH L CH

F.C.B . S.

BI.AMP

IN OUT

STEREO

PHONO

GND

PHONO CD

L

R

ININ

P.DIRECT

PRE OUT

IN

L

L

R

RLR

ININ

RECORDER

21LINE 21

L

R

OUTOUTIN IN

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 4

R CH L CH

PLAY

STOP

PAUSE

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

BI.AMPBI.AMP

F.C.B . S.

BI.AMP

IN OUT

-

8 OHMS

STEREO

ADVANCED OPERATIONSTROUBLESHOOTINGOTHERS

Remove

shorting bar.

MF / HF

LF

L CH speaker R CH speaker

Remove

shorting bar.

Remove

shorting bar.

MF / HF

LF

Remove

shorting bar.

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ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

Speaker positioning for Super Audio

7

multi-channel sound

In order to enjoy Super Audio CD multi-channel sound with
the best possible acoustics, it is recommended to position
speakers as specified in ITU-R BS.775-1 of the International
Telecommunication Union (ITU). Super Audio CD multi-channel
discs are recorded and mixed so as to achieve the optimum
effect with a speaker system laid out as specified in ITU-R
BS.775-1.

• With Super Audio CD multi-channel discs, the music signals
are basically recorded using 5 channels (3 - 6 channels
sometimes), but in some cases, LFE (for subwoofer) is
recorded as a sixth channel. Each disc indicates how many
channels have been recorded on it.

• The basic layout is 3 speakers in the front and 2 in the back
since multi-channel discs usually have 5 channels. The 2
front, 1 center and 2 surround (rear) speakers should be set
in a circle around the listening point as shown below. If using
speakers of differing sizes, adjust volume balance from the
amplifier.

• The location of the subwoofer in the figure is just for

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

explanatory purposes. It can be located anywhere in the
room. For connection and positioning instructions, see the
instruction manual that came with the subwoofer.

ITU (International Telecommunication Union)

¶

The ITU is a special organization of the United Nations. It
consists of a number of organs, one of which is the Radio
Broadcasting Section.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS

ITU-R BS in the recommendation which consists of standards
relating to broadcasting (audio) operations, one of which is the
ITU-R BS.775-1 which governs “multi-channel stereo sound
systems.”

Sub-woofer

Front speaker

(Left)

approx. 110° approx. 110°

Center

speaker

Front speaker
(Right)

60°

Reference listening

position

PHONO

GND

PHONO CD

L

R

FRONTR/FRONTL

STEREO

（ID1）

P.DIRECT

PRE OUT

IN

L

L

R

RLR

ININ

RECORDER

21LINE 21

L

R

OUTOUTIN IN

ININ

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 4 - 8 OHMS

R CH L CH

F.C.B.S.

BI.AMP

IN OUT

STEREO

14

Rear speaker

(Left Surround)

Rear speaker
(Right Surround)

L CH

front speaker

R CH

front speaker

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BASIC CONNECTION FOR 5.1 MULTI-CHANNEL PLAYBACK

The three units are connected using F.C.B.S. For the F.C.B.S connection, prepare 3 audio connection cables, and refer to

1.

F.C.B.S. on page 16.

Set the ID numbers for the three amplifiers as explained in HOW TO SET ID NUMBERS (page. 17).

2.

When the ID 1 unit is operated, ID 2 and ID 3 units will operate in sync.

Connect the outputs of players that have 5.1 channel analog outputs to each of the three units.

3.

Set the SPEAKERS button on the front panel of the three amplifiers to ON.

4.

Set the AMP MODE switch on the rear panel to STEREO.

5.

SACD multi-channel player, etc.

NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

PHONO

GND

PHONO CD

L

R



CENTER/SUB-WOOFER

（ID2）

P.DIRECT

PRE OUT

IN

L

L

R

RLR

ININ

RECORDER

21LINE 21

L

R

OUTOUTIN IN

ININ

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 4 - 8 OHMS

R CH L CH

FRONT R FRONT L SURROUND R

MULTI CHANNEL AUDIO OUT

SURROUND L SUB-WOOFER CENTER

STEREO STEREO

F.C.B.S.

BI.AMP

IN OUT

STEREO

PHONO

GND

PHONO CD

L

R

ININ

ININ

SURROUNDR/
SURROUNDL

P.DIRECT

PRE OUT

IN

L

L

R

RLR

RECORDER

21LINE 21

L

R

OUTOUTIN IN

（ID3）

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 4 - 8 OHMS

R CH L CH

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

F.C.B.S.

BI.AMP

IN OUT

STEREO

ADVANCED OPERATIONSTROUBLESHOOTINGOTHERS

To line input
jack

Active subwoofer

Front center speaker L CH surround

speaker

R CH surround

speaker

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ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

F.C.B.S.

F.C.B.S. (Floating Control Bus System) is a communication
system that connects up to four PM-15S2s over a dedicated
bus line so as to enable synchronized operations amongst
them via 2-way data communications.
Prepare the correct number of portable audio connection
cables for the number of units to be connected. Any of the
following two types of connecting cables can be used.

Monaural miniplug ⇔ monaural miniplug

¶

connecting cable

Stereo miniplug ⇔ stereo miniplug connecting

¶

cable

Note:

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

Do not use connecting cables that contain resistance.

The figure below shows an example of four PM-15S2s
connected by F.C.B.S. The top unit is the master unit with ID
1 and controls the three slave units with ID 2~4. When the
master unit is operated, the input source, volume level, ATT
feature, display and tone control ON/OFF feature of the slave
units are operated in sync with the master unit.

This function can be applied to various usages such as
complete bi-amp with 2 PM-15S2s (page. 13), and 5.1ch multi­channel with 3 PM-15S2s (page. 14, 15).

F.C.B.S. Connection with the PM-11S2

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Unit

A multichannel system can be configured by connecting the
PM-15S2 units with a higher-grade PM-11S2 unit, using
F.C.B.S.
As higher-grade functions are provided with the PM-11S2
than with this unit, follow the connection conditions described
below for an F.C.B.S. connection between the PM-11S2 and
this unit.

• Limit the number of PM-11S2 units to one and that of the
PM-15S2 units to up to 3.

• Set the PM-11S2 unit as the ID 1 Master and the PM-15S2
units as one of the ID2–4 slave units.

For details on connections, see the connection examples on
pages 14 and 15. If the PM-15S2 for the front L/R channels
shown in the connection example is replaced with a PM-11S2,
the audio quality of the front channels could be improved (also
see the operation manual for the PM-11S2.)
To use the 5.1 multichannel system shown as a connection
example as a 2-channel stereo system, turn off the ID2 and
ID3 amplifiers. Thus, the PM-11S2 can be used alone.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS

To turn the power of multiple F.C.B.S.-connected units ON/OFF, switch the power ON in order of lowest to highest ID
number, and switch the power OFF in order of highest to lowest ID number.

PM-15S2

ID 1 Master

PM-15S2

ID 2 Slave

PM-15S2

ID 3 Slave

PM-15S2

ID 4 Slave

F.C.B.S.

IN OUT

F.C.B.S.

IN OUT

F.C.B.S.

IN OUT

F.C.B.S.

IN OUT

F.C.B.S.

IN OUT

F.C.B.S.

IN OUT

F.C.B.S.

IN OUT

F.C.B.S.

IN OUT

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HOW TO SET ID NUMBERS

If using this unit by itself as a stereo amplifier, set the ID number
to “0” (Default setting is “0”).

Note:

If the ID number is set to a number other than “0”, this unit
cannot be used for standalone operation.

The ID number of the unit appears on the display for about 3
seconds after the power is activated.

When multiple PM-15S2s are connected, a unique ID number
must be set of each one in order to distinguish between
them.
The unit that centrally controls the other units takes ID 1.
The unit with ID1 is called the “Master”. The other units that
synchronize with the master are called “slaves” and take IDs
“2” ~ “4”.

INPUT SELECTOR Knob DISPLAY button

BI-AMP MODE

This unit is equipped with a bi-amp mode to enable a complete
bi-amp connection using two PM-15S2s. This complete
bi-amp connection is a high-end technique for enhancing
sound quality, proposed by Marantz. Using this system, the
bi-amp supporting speaker system is separated from the
preamplifiers that separately drive the low and high speakers.
(For more information, see STEREO COMPLETE BI-AMP

CONNECTION (page.13).)

BI.AMP

STEREO

The bi-amp mode is engaged by setting the operating mode
switch on the rear panel to “BI-AMP”.
In the bi-amp mode, the signals input to the L channel are sent
to the left and right volume amplifiers from the input selector.
The figures below show example displays in the stereo and
bi-amp modes.

Stereo mode Bi-amp mode

NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

POWER ON/OFF Switch

Set ID numbers as follows.

While pressing and holding the DISPLAY button, press

1.

the POWER ON/OFF switch.

Turn the INPUT SELECTOR knob to the desired ID

2.

number.

Notes:

• Always turn the power to the unit OFF before changing the

operating mode switch setting. Turning the power ON again
activates the new setting.

• When in bi-amp mode, the R channel input jacks cannot be

used.

• When in bi-amp mode, the signals input into the L channel

are output from both channels. Therefore, the same signals
are output from the L channel and R channel in RECORDER
OUT, PRE OUT, PHONES OUT.

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED OPERATIONSTROUBLESHOOTINGOTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS

After finishing setting the ID number, turn power to the unit
OFF.
The setting is stored in memory and becomes active the next
time power to the unit is switched ON.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS BASIC CONNECTIONS BASIC OPERATIONS

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

TRIMMING

LEVEL trimming that adjusts the volume level on left and right
channels

Note:

Trimming is performed from the remote controller.

TRIM : This button starts trimming. When multiple PM-

15S2s are connected, this button selects the
amplifier with which to perform trimming. In such
case, trimming is performed in the order of the

lowest to highest ID number.
EXIT : This button ends trimming.
3 : This button increases the trimming level.
4 : This button decreases the trimming level.
2 : This button selects the R channel for trimming.
1 : This button selects the L channel for trimming.
ENTER : Not used

OPEN/ SOUND

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

TRIM button

EXIT button

ADVANCED OPERATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

CLOSE

PHONO

RECORDER 1

RECORDER 2

TRIM

L

DISPLAY

BALANCED

EXIT

ENTER

VOLUME

MODE

CD

LINE 1

LINE 2

TONE

+

R

3, 4, 2, 1
button

ATT

-

How to Trim Volume Level

7

The volume level of the left and right channels can be trimmed
in 0.5dB steps across a 0.0 to -9.0dB range. When the unit
is shipped from the factory, the volume level is set to 0.0dB
(maximum).

Press the TRIM button once to access the LEVEL

1.

trimming mode.

The flashing “0.0” on the left indicates that trimming is

2.

activated for the left channel volume level. Press the 3 and
4 buttons to set the volume level of the left channel.

Press the 2 button to set the right channel volume level.

3.

When the right side “0.0” starts flashing, trimming is
activated for the right channel volume level. Press the
3 and 4 buttons to set the volume level of the right
channel.

To trim the volume level of the ID 2 (slave) unit, press the

4.

TRIM button again and set the volume level as in steps
1~3. After that, pressing the TRIM button again allows you
to trim the volume level for the “ID 3” unit and so forth.

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SCAN

RANDOM REPEAT

RETURN

TOP MENU

MENU

FM/B AM/A

When finished with volume level trimming, press the EXIT

5.

button.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

ATT (ATTENUATION)

ATT button

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The attenuation level setting value changes with each

2.

press of the ATT button on the unit.

NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

ENTER

DISPLAY

ATT is a one-touch feature for reducing the volume level. When
the ATT button on either the unit or remote controller is pressed,
the volume level is attenuated.

When the AT T button on either the unit or the remote

1.

controller is pressed, “ATT” flashes on the display and
the volume level is reduced.

When the ATT button is pressed again or the volume

is increased/decreased using the controls, the mode is
canceled and the original volume level is restored.

When the ATT button is pressed with the volume level at

2.

-∞(muted), the display will change as it is shown below
appears for about 3 seconds, and attenuation is not
applied.

VOLUME

ATT

-

ATT button

When the desired attenuation level setting appears on

3.

the display, leave it unchanged for 2 seconds or longer
to enter the setting. Once entered, the display returns to
the volume level indication.

HOW TO OPERATE THE SIDE
ILLUMINATION

DISPLAY button Illumination Lamp

The illumination lamp has an always-ON mode (factory setting)
and an always-OFF mode.
In the always-ON mode, the illumination lamp turns ON/OFF
in sync with the display.

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED OPERATIONSTROUBLESHOOTINGOTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS

How to Set Attenuation Level

7

Attenuation level can only be set using the ATT button on the
unit. The attenuation level can be set at –20dB, -40dB, or -∞.
The factory default setting is -20dB.

Press and hold the AT T button on the unit for 2 seconds or

1.

longer. The attenuation level will appear on the display.

With the illumination lamp lit, press and hold the DISPLAY

1.

button for 3 seconds or longer. The illumination lamp goes
out, and the always-OFF mode is engaged.

To cancel the always-OFF mode and turn the illumination

2.

lamp ON, press and hold the DISPLAY button for 3
seconds or longer.

Note:

Setting of the illumination lamp cannot be performed with the
remote controller.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS BASIC CONNECTIONS BASIC OPERATIONS

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

CONTROLLING MARANTZ COMPONENTS

Press the desired SOURCE button.

1.

Press the desired operation buttons to play the selected component.

2.

• For details, refer to the component’s user guide.

• It may not be possible to operate some models.

CD

OPEN/ SOUND
CLOSE

RECORDER 1

RECORDER 2

TRIM

L

DISPLAY

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

PHONOCDBALANCED

EXIT

+

ENTER

-

VOLUME

SCAN

RANDOM REPEAT

RETURN

TOP MENU

FM/BAM/A

MODE

LINE 1

LINE 2

MENU

TONE

R

ATT

Button Function

OPEN/CLOSE Open/Closes disc tray.

Selects Super Audio CD

SOUND MODE

sound mode.
Selects Super Audio
CD/CD.

3

4

Play
Track skip

(Returns to
track beginning/previous
track.)

¢

1
¡

8
7

Track skip (Advances to
next track.)
Rewind search
Forward search
Pause
Stop

RANDOM Random play

SCAN

AMS (Automatic Music
Scan) play

REPEAT Repeat play

MENU 1 2 Sets quick replay.

ENTER Starts quick replay.

TUNER

OPEN/ SOUND
CLOSE

PHONOCDBALANCED

RECORDER 1

RECORDER 2

TRIM

L

DISPLAY

RANDOM REPEAT

TOP MENU

ENTER

VOLUME

RETURN

MODE

LINE 1

LINE 2

EXIT

TONE

+

R

ATT

-

Button Function

SOUND MODE

4
¢

1

¡

SCAN

TOP MENU/

AM/A

Switches Auto Stereo/
Monaural mode.
Selects a preset station.
Selects a preset station.
Tuning in to a higher­frequency station.
Tuning in to a lower­frequency station.
Scanning of preset
stations.

Switches to AM.

RETURN/FM/B Switches to FM.

SCAN

MENU

FM/BAM/A

ADVANCED OPERATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

DVD

OPEN/ SOUND
CLOSE

PHONOCDBALANCED

RECORDER 1

RECORDER 2

TRIM

L

DISPLAY

RANDOM REPEAT

TOP MENU

ENTER

VOLUME

EXIT

SCAN

RETURN

FM/BAM/A

MODE

Button Function

OPEN/CLOSE Open/Closes disc tray.

SOUND MODE Changes sound mode.

LINE 1

LINE 2

TONE

+

R

3

4

¢
1
¡

8

ATT

-

7

Play
Track skip (Returns to track beginning/
previous track.)
Track skip (Advances to next track.)
Rewind search
Forward search
Pause
Stop

RANDOM Random play

SCAN Selects search mode.

REPEAT Repeat play

TOP MENU/

AM/A

Displays top menu.

RETURN/FM/B Returns to previous menu

MENU 1 2 Displays menu screen.

MENU

ENTER Sets selected item.

3 /+ Moves cursor upward.
4 /− Moves cursor downward.
1 / L Moves cursor to left.

2 / R Moves cursor to right.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If you have any problem using this product, please be sure to check the items in the following table.
If you trouble cannot be solved, please unplug the power cable immediately and contact your Marantz authorized dealer or service
center.

GENERAL

Symptom Cause Solution Page

Power is not supplied.

This unit cannot be
controlled with the remote
controller.

No sound is heard from the
speakers.

The volume from the right
and left speakers differs.

The left and right channels
are reversed.

Sound is monaural.

The AC power cord is not properly
connected.

The batteries of the remote controller are
exhausted.

The remote controller is located outside
its operable range.

Some object is placed between the unit
and remote controller.

The remote sensor of the unit is exposed
to strong light.

Speaker connection is incomplete.

Input cable connection is incomplete.

Setting of the INPUT SELECTOR knob is
improper.

The speaker volume is set to the
minimum level.

The SPEAKERS button is set to OFF.

Setting of the P.DIRECT IN button is
improper.

Muting has been activated.

The protection circuit has been activated.

The left- and right-channel volume levels
(LEVEL TRIM) are different.

Connection of the left and right speaker
cables or input cables is reversed.

The MODE switch on the rear panel is
set to “BI-AMP”.

Plug the AC power cord firmly into the
unit.

Plug the AC power plug firmly into a wall
outlet.

Replace with new batteries. 3

Check the operable range of the remote
controller and use it within that range.

Remove the object. 3

Avoid exposing the remote sensor to the
strong light.

Check the connection between the
speakers and this unit.

Check the connection between the
source equipment (CD player, etc.) and
this unit.

Set the INPUT SELECTOR knob to a
position corresponding to the input jacks
to which the source equipment (CD
player, etc.) is connected.

Adjust the volume. 11

Set the SPEAKERS button to ON.
To use the P.DIRECT IN jacks, hold the

P.DIRECT IN button pressed for at least 3
seconds to set the unit to power amplifier
direct mode.

If “ATT” is displayed on the display, press
the ATT button on the main unit or on the
remote controller, or increase the volume
level to cancel the attenuation function.

Turn the unit off then back on again after
about 1 minute. Then adjust the volume
level again.

Set the trim levels for the left and right
channels to zero, and check that sound is
output from both channels. Then, adjust
the left- and right-channel volume again.

Check if the connection of cables
between the speakers and this unit and
that between the source equipment (CD
player, etc.) and this unit are correct.

Turn the unit off, set the MODE switch to
“STEREO”, then turn the unit back on.

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10

10

11

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

3

3

9

8

4

7

9

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS BASIC CONNECTIONS BASIC OPERATIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

PHONO

Symptom Cause Solution Page

Noise occurs during record
playing. Or, no sound is
heard.

Howling occurs when
sound volume is increased
during record playing.

ERROR MESSAGES

Grounding connection from the record
player is improper.

Connection to the PHONO IN jacks is
incomplete.

A TV set, etc. placed too close to the
record player may affect the sound.

The PHONO MC button is not set
properly for the cartridge used.

The record player and speakers are
placed too close.

The record player is placed on a rack or
floor prone to vibration.

Check that the grounding wire of the
record player is connected with the
PHONO GND terminal of this unit.

Check that the output jacks of the record
player are properly connected with the
PHONO IN jacks of this unit.

Place the TV set or record player in
another position.

When the MC cartridge is used, set the
PHONO MC button to MC.

Place the speakers as far away from the
record player as possible.

If an insulating pad is not supplied with
the record player, use an insulating pad
available on the market.

8

8

–

4

–

–

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

An error message is
displayed.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS

TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom Cause Solution Page

The F.C.B.S setting is improper.

The protection circuit has been activated.

Set the ID numbers for F.C.B.S
connection properly.

See “ABOUT THE PROTECTION
CIRCUIT”.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

ABOUT THE PROTECTION CIRCUIT

This unit is equipped with a protection circuit to protect the
amplifier circuits and speaker system from damage.

At power on

¶

For about 8 seconds after the power is turned on, the protection
circuit is activated, muting the sound to give the amplifier
circuits time to stabilize. Once the amplifier circuits stabilize,
the protection circuit is released, and audio is enabled.

In the event of overcurrent

¶

The protection circuit is activated if current exceeding a certain
level is detected, which can happen if excessive signal flow is
input to the amplifier or if the unit is connected to a speaker
system of less than 4 Ω impedance. The protection circuit is
also activated if a speaker cable shorts.

If excessive ultrabass signals are input

¶

The protection circuit is also activated if ultrabass signals are
input.

If the main-amplifier overheats

¶

The protection circuit is activated if the temperature of the main­amplifier section rises above a certain level, which can happen
if the amplifier is continuously used with excessive signal flow
being input to it. The protection circuit is also activated when
the specified operating temperature is exceeded, which can
happen if the vents on top of the amplifier are covered or if the
amplifier is installed on a cramped audio rack.
In such cases, “PROTECT” flashes on the display, and the
volume is automatically decreased. After about 8 seconds, the
protection circuit is deactivated. Adjust the volume again.
If the abnormality persists, the unit will automatically shut
itself off, and the OPERATE indicator will flash (twice per
second).
In such a case, turn the unit off then back on again after about
1 minute.

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Error messages

7

When multiple amplifiers are connected by F.C.B.S., the error
messages described in the table below may be displayed on
the display. In such a case, ID number setting or remote cable
connection may be in failure. Check the ID number or remote
cable connection, referring to the table below. For details on
ID number setting, see “HOW TO SET ID NUMBERS”, on
page 17.

Indication

1 ERROR 02

2 ERROR 03

3 ERROR 04

4 ERROR 11

5 ERROR 12

Meaning

Multiple
amplifiers take ID
No. 2.

Multiple
amplifiers take ID
No. 3.

Multiple
amplifiers take ID
No. 4.

The amplifiers
with ID Nos.
2-4 cannot
communicate
with the amplifier
with ID No. 1.

The amplifier with
ID No. 1 cannot
communicate
with the
amplifiers with ID
Nos. 2-4.

Measures to be taken

Assign different
ID numbers to the
amplifiers.

If the amplifier with ID
No. 1 is not on, turn
it ON.
Check that the
remote cable is
properly connected.

If multiple amplifiers
take ID No. 1, set ID
numbers properly.
Check that the
remote cable is
properly connected.

NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED OPERATIONSTROUBLESHOOTINGOTHERS TROUBLESHOOTING

In the event of amplifier trouble

7

The protection circuit is activated, and the power is
automatically shut OFF, if an abnormality is detected in the
power circuit. The same happens if the main fuse inside the
amplifier blows. In such cases, the OPERATE indicator flashes.
(8 times per second)
Turn the unit off then after several minutes turn it on again.
If the display does not light up, and the OPERATE indicator
remains flashing after the unit is turned on again, the unit may
be in failure.
In such a case, disconnect the power cord immediately, and
contact the place of purchase, your nearest Marantz dealer,
our customer service center, or our repair service center.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS BASIC CONNECTIONS BASIC OPERATIONS

OTHERS

SPECIFICATIONS

Power output (20 Hz – 20 kHz simultaneous drive of both channels)

(8Ω load) .....................................................................................................................................................................90 W x 2

(4Ω load) ...................................................................................................................................................................140 W x 2

Headphone rated output (When speaker rated output set to 8 Ω load) ........................................................120mW x 2 (32 Ω load)

Total harmonic distortion (20Hz – 20kHz simultaneous drive of both channels, 8 Ω load) .....................................................0.05 %

Output band width (8Ω load, 0.05%) .......................................................................................................................... 5 Hz ~ 40 kHz

Frequency response (CD, 1W, 8Ω load) .........................................................................................................5 Hz ~ 100 kHz ±3 dB

Dumping factor (8Ω load, 20Hz – 20kHz) ....................................................................................................................................100

Input sensitivity/Input impedance

PHONO (MC) .........................................................................................................................................................270 µV/100 Ω

PHONO (MM) ........................................................................................................................................................2.7 mV/47 kΩ

CD/LINE ................................................................................................................................................................ 240 mV/20 kΩ

P.DIRECT IN .............................................................................................................................................................1.7 V/20 kΩ

Output voltage/Output impedance

PRE OUT .................................................................................................................................................................. 1.7 V/220 Ω

Maximum allowed PHONO input (1kHz)

MC .....................................................................................................................................................................................15 mV

MM ...................................................................................................................................................................................150 mV

RIAA deviation (20Hz ~ 20kHz) ............................................................................................................................................ ±0.5 dB

S/N (IHF-A, 1W, 8Ω load)

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

PHONO MC (0.5mV input)..................................................................................................................................................75 dB

PHONO MM (5mV input) ....................................................................................................................................................86 dB

CD/LINE (500mV input) ......................................................................................................................................................89 dB

Tone control

Bass (50Hz) ..................................................................................................................................................................... ±10 dB

Treble (20kHz) .................................................................................................................................................................. ±10 dB

Power requirement

...........................................................................................................................................................AC 120 V 60 Hz (U.S.A.)

.................................................................................................................................................... AC 230 V 50/60 Hz (Europe)

ADVANCED OPERATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS

Power consumption

(EN60065 7th Ed.) .............................................................................................................................................................220 W

(UL60065) ..........................................................................................................................................................................220 W

Specifications subject to change without prior notice.

DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS

(Unit: mm (in))

OTHERS

Weight : 18.5 kg (40.8 lbs)

1)

25

(

444 (17-1/2)

400 (15-3/4)

19

(3/4)

440 (17-3/8)

105

(4-3/16)

18

(3/4)

123

(4-7/8)

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CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT
EXTERNAL SURFACES

The exterior finish of your unit will last indefinitely with
proper care and cleaning, Never use scouring pads, steel
wool, scourging powders or harsh chemical agents (e.g., lye
solution), alcohol, thinner, benzine, insecticide or other volatile
substances as these will mar the finish of the equipment.
Likewise, never use cloths containing chemical substances.
If the equipment get dirty, wipe the external surfaces with a
soft, lint-free cloth.
If the equipment becomes heavily soiled:

• dilute some washing up liquid in water, in a ratio of one part
detergent to six parts water.

• dip a soft, lint free in the solution and wring the it is damp.

• wipe the equipment with the damp cloth.

• dry the equipment by wiping it with a dry cloth.

REPAIRS

Only the most competent and qualified service technicians
should be allowed to service the factory-trained warranty
station personnel have the knowledge and special facilities
needed for repair and calibration of this precision equipment.
After the warranty period has expired, repairs will be performed
for a charge if the equipment can be returned to normal
operation.
In the event of difficulty, refer to your dealer or write directly
to the nearest location to you that is listed on the Marantz
Authorized Service Station list. If writing, please include the
model and serial number of the equipment together with a full
description of what you think is abnormal about the equipment’s
behaviour.

NAMES AND FUNCTIONSBASIC CONNECTIONSBASIC OPERATIONS

USING HEADPHONES

If the volume in the headphones is too high, it may injure your
ears. Do not set the sound volume too high.

ADVANCED CONNECTIONS

ADVANCED OPERATIONSTROUBLESHOOTINGOTHERSOTHERS

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