Marantz SR6400 User Manual

Model SR6400 User Guide

AV Surround Receiver

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 flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient 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 PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION:

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NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV (Cable-TV) system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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 tuning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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- 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 not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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 Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. 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.

11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with a polarized alternatingcurrent line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

AC POLARIZED PLUG

16. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

17. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

d. If the product does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or damaged

in any way, and

f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance – this indicates a need for service.

22. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

14. Protective Attachment Plug – The product is equipped with an attachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the original plug.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure 1.

18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

20. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

21. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.

b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have

fallen into the product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain or

water.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMPS

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

25. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

FIGURE 1

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

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

Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION.................................. 2

PRECAUTIONS ................................... 2

DESCRIPTION..................................... 2

FEATURES .......................................... 3

ACCESSORIES ................................... 3

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

FL DISPLAY ................................................................... 5

REAR PANEL ...................................... 6

REMOTE CONTROLLER RC7300SRa..... 7

NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ............................................ 7

REMOTE CONTROL RANGE ........................................ 9

LOADING BATTERIES .................................................. 9

GENERAL INFORMATION OF RC7300SRa TO SR6400 ..... 9

CONNECTIONS................................. 10

SPEAKER PLACEMENT ............................................. 10

CONNECTING SPEAKERS ......................................... 10

CONNECTING AUDIO COMPONENTS ...................... 11

CONNECTING VIDEO COMPONENTS ...................... 12

ADVANCED CONNECTING ........................................ 13

CONNECTING THE REMOTE CONTROL JACKS ..... 13

CONNECTING THE ANTENNA TERMINALS.............. 14

SETUP ............................................... 15

ON SCREEN DISPLAY MENU SYSTEM ..................... 15

1 INPUT SETUP (ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL INPUT) ......16

2 SPEAKER SETUP .................................................... 16

3 PREFERENCE .......................................................... 17

4 SURROUND ............................................................. 18

5 PL II (PRO LOGIC II) MUSIC PARAMETER .............18

6 CS II (CIRCLE SURROUND II) PARAMETER ........ 18

7 6.1 CH INPUT LEVEL ............................................... 18

BASIC OPERATION (PLAY BACK) ...19

SELECTING AN INPUT SOURCE. .............................. 19

SELECTING THE SURROUND MODE ....................... 19

ADJUSTING THE MAIN VOLUME .............................. 19

ADJUSTING THE TONE (BASS & TREBLE) CONTROL. ..... 19

TEMPORARILY TURNING OFF THE SOUND ............ 19

USING THE SLEEP TIMER ......................................... 20

NIGHT MODE .............................................................. 20

SURROUND MODE........................... 20

OTHER FUNCTION ........................... 23

TV AUTO ON/OFF FUNCTION.................................... 23

ATTENUATION TO ANALOG INPUT SIGNAL ............. 23

LISTENING THROUGH HEADPHONES ..................... 23

VIDEO ON/OFF ........................................................... 23

DISPLAY MODE ........................................................... 23

SELECTING ANALOG AUDIO INPUT OR

DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT ................................................ 23

RECORDING AN ANALOG SOURCE ......................... 24

HT-EQ .......................................................................... 24

SPEAKER A/B ..............................................................24

6.1 CH INPUT. .............................................................. 24

BASIC OPERATION (TUNER) .......... 25

LISTENING TO THE TUNER ....................................... 25

PRESET MEMORY ...................................................... 25

REMOTE CONTROLLER OPERATION ... 27

CONTROLLING MARANTZ COMPONENTS .............. 27

LEARN MODE ............................................................. 29

MACRO MODE ............................................................ 30

TROUBLESHOOTING....................... 32

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....... 34

DIMENSIONS .................................... 34

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20 cm (8 ins.)

AV SURROUND RECEIVER SR6400

SELECTOR

VOLUME

DOWN

MEMORY

TUNING

MODE

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CLEAR

S-DIRECT DISPLAY

MUTE

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PHONES

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STANDBY

AUX INPUT

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DVD

CD-R

TAPE

TUNER

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SELECT

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Marantz SR6400 Surround receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide you with many years of home theater enjoyment. Please take a few minutes to read this manual thoroughly before you connect and operate the SR6400. As there are a number of connection and configuration options, you are encouraged to discuss your own particular home theater setup with your Marantz A/V specialist dealer.

PRECAUTIONS

CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION

For heat dispersal, leave at least 20 cm/8 inch of space between the top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other components.

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

DESCRIPTION

DTS was introduced in 1994 to provide 5.1 channels of discrete digital audio into home theater systems. DTS brings you premium quality discrete multichannel digital sound to both movies and music. DTS is a multichannel sound system designed to create full range digital sound reproduction. The no compromise DTS digital process sets the standard of quality for cinema sound by delivering an exact copy of the studio master recordings to neighborhood and home theaters. Now, every moviegoer can hear the sound exactly as the moviemaker intended. DTS can be enjoyed in the home for either movies or music on of DVD’s, LD’s, and CD’s.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

The advantages of discrete multichannel systems over matrix are well known. But even in homes equipped for discrete multichannel, there remains a need for high-quality matrix decoding. This is because of the large library of matrix surround motion pictures available on disc and on VHS tape; and analog television broadcasts. The typical matrix decoder of today derives a center channel and a mono surround channel from two-channel matrix stereo material. It is better than a simple matrix in that it includes steering logic to improve separation, but because of its mono, band-limited surround it can be disappointing to users accustomed to discrete multichannel.

Neo:6 offers several important improvements as follow,

• Neo:6 provides up to six full-band channels of matrix decoding from stereo matrix material. Users with 6.1 and 5.1 systems will derive six and five separate channels, respectively, corresponding to the standard home-theater speaker layouts.

• Neo:6 technology allows various sound elements within a channel or channels to be steered separately, and in a way which follows naturally from the original presentation.

• Neo:6 offers a music mode to expand stereo nonmatrix recordings into the five- or sixchannel layout, in a way which does not diminish the subtlety and integrity of the original stereo recording.

DTS-ES Extended Surround is a new multichannel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. While offering high compatibility with the conventional DTS Digital Surround format, DTS-ES Extended Surround greatly improves the 360-degree surround impression and space expression thanks to further expanded surround signals. This format has been used professionally in movie theaters since 1999. In addition to the 5.1 surround channels (FL, FR, C, SL, SR and LFE), DTS-ES Extended Surround also offers the SB (Surround Back) channel for surround playback with a total of 6.1 channels. DTS-ES Extended Surround includes two signal formats with different surround signal recording methods, as DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 and DTS-ES Matrix 6.1.

“DTS”, “DTS-ES Extended Surround” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

The stereo CD is a 16-bit medium with sampling at

44.1 kHz. Professional audio has been 20- or 24-

bit for some time, and there is increasing interest in higher sampling rates both for recording and for delivery into the home. Greater bit depths provide extended dynamic range. Higher sampling rates allow wider frequency response and the use of anti-alias and reconstruction filters with more favorable aural characteristics.

DTS 96/24 allows for 5.1channel sound tracks to be encoded at a rate of 96kHz/24bits on DVDVideo titles. When DVD-video appeared, it became possible to deliver 24-bit, 96 kHz audio into the home, but only in two channels, and with serious limitations on picture. This capability has had little use. DVD-audio allows 96/24 in six channels, but a new player is needed, and only analog outputs are provided, necessitating the use of the D/A converters and analog electronics provided in the player.

DTS 96/24 offers the following:

1. Sound quality transparent to the original 96/24 master.

2.Full backward compatibility with all existing decoders. (Existing decoders will output a 48 kHz signal)

3.No new player required: DTS 96/24 can be carried on DVD-video, or in the video zone of DVD-audio, accessible to all DVD players.

4. 96/24 5.1-channel sound with full-quality fullmotion video, for music programs and motion picture soundtracks on DVD-video.

Dolby Digital identifies the use of Dolby Digital audio coding for such consumer formats as DVD and DTV. As with film sound, Dolby Digital can provide up to five full-range channels for left, center, and right screen channels, independent left and right surround channels, and a sixth ( ".1") channel for low-frequency effects.

Dolby Surround Pro Logic II is an improved matrix decoding technology that provides better spatiality and directionality on Dolby Surround program material; provides a convincing three-dimensional soundfield on conventional stereo music recordings; and is ideally suited to bring the surround experience to automotive sound. While conventional surround programming is fully compatible with Dolby Surround Pro Logic

decoders, soundtracks will be able to be encoded specifically to take full advantage of Pro Logic

playback, including separate left and right surround channels. (Such material is also compatible with conventional Pro Logic decoders.)

Dolby Digital EX creates six full-bandwidth output channels from 5.1-channel sources. This is done using a matrix decoder that derives three surround channels from the two in the original recording. For best results, Dolby Digital EX should be used with movies soundtracks recorded with Dolby Digital Surround EX.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Circle Surround II (CS-II) is a powerful and versatile

multichannel technology. CS-II is designed to enable up to 6.1 multichannel surround sound playback from mono, stereo, CS encoded sources and other matrix encoded sources. In all cases the decoder extends it into 6 channels of surround audio and a LFE/subwoofer signal. The CS-II decoder creates a listening environment that places the listener “inside” music performances and dramatically improves both hi-fi audio conventional surround-encoded video material. CS-II provides composite stereo rear channels to greatly improve separation and image positioning – adding a heightened sense of realism to both audio and A/V productions. CS-II is packed with other useful feature like dialog clarity (SRS Dialog) for movies and cinema-like bass enrichment (TruBass). CS-II can enable the dialog to become clearer and more discernable in movies and it enables the bass frequencies contained in the original programming to more closely achieve low frequencies – overcoming the low frequency limitations of the speakers by full octave.

Circle Surround II, Dialog Clarity, TruBass, SRS and symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. Circle Surround II , Dialog Clarity and TruBass technology are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

FEATURES

The SR6400 incorporates the latest generation of digital surround sound decoding technology such as Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital, DTS ES (Discrete 6.1 and Matrix 6.1), DTS Neo:6 (Cinema, Music), Dolby Pro-Logic II (Movie and Music), Circle Surround II (Cinema and Music) . In addition, Marantz has focused on the future. By utilizing pre-out jacks, 6.1 direct inputs and a RS232C communication port, the SR6400 is tomorrow's technology, today!

The SR6400 features a fully discrete 6 channel amplifier section capable of delivering 100 watts of high-current amplification, for continuously clean and stable power into each of the six channels. It employs a massive EI power transformer in combination with oversized filter capacitors. This design configuration is capable of a clear and powerful reproduction of the most demanding action movie soundtracks and full range (multichannel) music discs. Through its ability to generate very high output voltages, the SR6400 can easily drive the most demanding speakers with optimum results.

The SR6400 incorporates the most advanced Digital Signal Processing circuitry, along with a Crystal® 192 kHz/24 bit D/A converter in each of the 7 channels. Independent power supply circuits are incorporated for the FL display, audio and video sections for maximum separation, clarity and dynamic range. Together with hand-selected customized components, all elements work in harmony to recreate the emotion, exactly as the artist had intended.

The SR6400 is designed and engineered with extensive feedback from custom installation experts, dealers and consumers. It features a RS232C communication port, heavy duty speaker binding posts and an extensive array of both analog and digital inputs / outputs. With 6 assignable digital inputs, 2 component inputs, SACD Multi Channel (6.1 channel) direct inputs and a speaker-B and OSD output versatility is taken to a stunning new level. Furthermore, the SR6400 can output the OSD information through the Y/C (S-video) and composite video outputs.

The new generation of Marantz Receivers is stylish and completely symmetrical. On the front panel of the SR6400, buttons are kept to a minimum. Source selectors and volume controls are intuitively placed. The large left dial knob on the left can be used as multi dial which allows all functions of the SR6400 to be operated via the front panel. The SR6400 is here to perform in your unrivaled home entertainment setup.

The TruSurround Headphone technology provides a surround sound listening experience over headphones. When listening to multichannel content such as DVD movies over headphones, the listening experience is fundamentally different than listening to speakers. Since the headphone speaker drivers are covering the pinna of the ear, the listening experience differs greatly from traditional speaker playback. TruSurround utilizes patented headphone perspective curves to solve this problem and provides a non-fatiguing, immersive, home theater listening experience. TruSurround Headphone also delivers exceptional 3D audio from mono and stereo material.

• Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital , DTS ES (Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1, Neo: 6)

• Dolby Pro Logic II (Movie, Music)

• Circle Surround II (Movie, Music, Mono)

• 6 x 100 Watts (8 Ohm), Discrete Amplifiers

• Massive Energy Power Supply, Huge EI

Transformer, Large ELCO's.

• 192 kHz/24 bit Crystal® DAC for all 7 Channels

• 32 bit Digital Surround Processing Chipsets

• Video Off Mode

• Large Heavy Duty Banana Type Speaker

Terminals for all Channels

• RS232C Terminal for System Control

•

Set Up Menu via Composite, and S-Video Output

• Auto Input Signal Detection

• Improved Station Name Input Method, 50

Presets

• Auto Adjust Function for Speaker Distance Settings (Delay Time)

• Large Multi Operation Left Dial Knob

• Programmable, learning remote control

ACCESSORIES

Remote Controller RC7300SRa

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AA-size batteries X 2

AM Loop Antenna

FM Feeder Antenna

FM Antenna converter

An easy-to-use programmable, learning remote control allows full access to all of the operating functions and can be used for system operation as well.

Registration Card

User Guide

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AV SURROUND RECEIVER SR6400

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FRONT PANEL

POWER switch and STANDBY indicator

When this switch is pressed once, the unit turns ON and the display illuminates. When pressed again, the unit turns OFF and the STANDBY indicator will be illuminated.

SELECT (MULTI FUNCTION MODE SELECT) button

Press this button to change the mode of the MULTI FUNCTION control dial. Fields, Tone Control & Set Up Menu.

SURROUND MODE Selector & MULTI FUNCTION control dial

This dial changes surround modes & Tone Controls sequentially, and allows you to enter the OSD menu system.

ENTER (MULTI FUNCTION ENTER) button

Press this button to enter the setup, which you have chosen by the MULTI FUNCTION dial.

CLEAR button

Press this button to cancel the station-memory setting mode or preset scan tuning. (See page 25)

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MEMORY button

Press this button to enter the tuner preset memory numbers or station names. (See page 25)

TUNING (Down) / (Up) buttons

Press these buttons to change the frequency or the preset number. (See page 25)

F/P (Frequency / Preset) button

During reception of AM or FM, you can change the function of the UP/DOWN buttons for scanning frequencies or selecting preset stations by pressing these buttons. (See page 25)

MODE button

Press this button to select the auto stereo mode or mono mode when the FM band is selected. The “AUTO” indicator lights in the auto stereo mode. (See page 25)

Press this button to mute the output to the speakers.

MUTE button

Press it again to return to the previous volume level.

VOLUME control knob

Adjusts the overall sound level. Turning the control clockwise increases the sound level.

ATT (Attenuate) button

If the selected analog audio input signal is greater than the capable level of internal processing, the PEAK indicator will illuminate. If this happens, you should press the ATT button. “ATT” is displayed when this function is activated. The signal-input level is reduced by about half. Attenuation will not work with the output signal of “REC OUT” (TAPE, CD-R/MD, VCR1 and VCR2 output). This function is memorized for each input function.

AUX input jacks

These auxiliary video/audio input jacks accept the connections of a camcorder, portable DVD, game etc.

INPUT FUNCTION SELECTOR buttons (AUDIO/ VIDEO)

These buttons are used to select the input sources. The video function selector, such as TV, DVD, VCR1, DSS and AUX, selects video and audio simultaneously. Audio function sources such as CD, TAPE, CDR/ MD, and TUNER may be selected in conjunction with a Video source. This feature (Sound Injection) combines a sound from one source with a picture from another. Choose the video source first, and then choose a different audio source to activate this function. Press the TUNER button to switch between FM and AM.

SPEAKERS A/B button

Press these buttons to select speakers systems A and/or B.

6.1CH IN button

Press this button to select the output of an external multichannel decoder.

A/D (Analog/Digital) SELECTOR button

This is used to select between the analog and digital inputs.

Note:

• This button is not used for an input source, that is not set to a digital input in the system setup menu.

S- (Source) DIRECT button

When this button is pressed, the tone control circuitry is bypassed as well as Bass Management.

Notes:

• The surround mode is automatically switched to AUTO when the source direct function is turned on.

• Additionally, Speaker Configurations are fixed automatically as follows. Front SPKR = Large, Center SPKR = Large, Surround SPKR = Large, Sub woofer = On

DISPLAY button

When this button is pressed, the FL display mode is changed as Surround Mode → Auto-display Off → Display Off → Input Function and the display off indicator(DISP) lights up in condition of DISPLAY OFF.

HEADPHONE jack for stereo headphones

This jack may be used to listen to the SR6400’s output through a pair of headphones. Be certain that the headphones have a standard 1 / 4" stereo phono plug. Note that the main room speakers will automatically be turned off when the headphone jack is in use.

Notes:

• When using headphones, the surround mode will change to STEREO and TruSurround (TS) headphones by SURROUND MODE selector.

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The surround mode returns to the previous setting as soon as the headphone plug is removed from the jack.

INFRARED receiving sensor window

This window receives infrared signals for the remote control.

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FL DISPLAY

DISP (Display Off) indicator

This indicator is illuminated when the SR6400 is in the display off condition.

SLEEP timer indicator

This indicator is illuminated when the sleep timer function is in use.

AUTO SURR (Auto Surround mode) indicator

This indicator illuminates to show that the AUTO SURROUND mode is in use.

TUNER’s indicators

AUTO : This indicator illuminates when the

TUNED : This indicator illuminates when a

ST(Stereo) :

tuner’s Auto mode is in use.

station is being received with sufficient signal strength to provide acceptable listening quality. This indicator illuminates when an FM station is being tuned into stereo.

SPKR (speaker) AB indicator

Active speaker system will be illuminated by this indicator.

PEAK indicator

This indicator is a monitor for an analog audio input signal. If the selected analog audio input signal is greater than the capable level of internal processing, this will illuminate. If this happens, you should press the ATT button.

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EQ mode indicator

This indicator is illuminated when the HT-EQ function is active.

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ATT (Attenuation) indicator

This indicator is illuminated when the attenuation function is active.

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DIGITAL Input Indicator

This indicator is illuminated when a digital input has been selected.

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ENCODED CHANNEL STATUS indicators

These indicators display the channels that are encoded with a digital input signal. If the selected digital input signal is Dolby Digital 5.1ch or DTS

5.1ch, “L”, “C”, “R”, “SL”, “SR” and “LFE” will is illuminated. If the digital input signal is 2 channel PCM-audio, “L” and “R” will be displayed. If Dolby Digital 5.1ch signal with Surround EX flag or DTS-ES signal comes in, “L”, “C”, “R”, “SL”, “S” , “SR” and “LFE” will be illuminated.

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Main Information Display

This display shows messages relating to the status, input source, surround mode, tuner, volume level or other aspects of unit’s operation.

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DIRECT (Source direct) indicator

This indicator is illuminated when the SR6400 is in the SOURCE DIRECT mode.

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DTS-ES mode indicators (DISC6.1, MTX6.1)

These indicators will illuminate to show the DTSES decoding mode (Discrete 6.1 or Matrix 6.1).

V (video)-OFF mode indicator

This indicator is illuminated when the Video-OFF function is active.

NIGHT mode indicator

This indicator is illuminated when the SR6400 is in the Night mode, which reduces the dynamic range of digital program material at low volume levels.

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ANALOG input indicator

This indicator is illuminated when an analog input source has been selected.

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SIGNAL FORMAT indicators

2 DIGITAL, EX, 2 SURROUND, dts, ES, 96/24, PCM

When the selected input is a digital source, some of these indicators will be illuminated to display the specific type of signal in use.

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AUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

DIGITAL OUT

DIGITAL IN

OPT. COAX.

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SERIAL NO.

AC IN

AC OUTLETS

120V 60H

SWITCHED

1A 120W MAX

UNSWITCHED 1A 120W MAX

FRONT A

SURROUND

BACK

FRONT B CENTER SURROUND SPEAKER SYSTEMS FRONT A OR B, CENTER, SURROUND, SURR. BACK : MINIMUM 6 OHMS FRONT A AND B : MINIMUM 8 OHMS

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6.1CH

IN OUT

TAPE CDR/MD

OUT SWOUTIN

CD CSBSLL

INOUTIN

TV DVD DSS/VCR2

RSR

VCR1

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DVDTV MONI.

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OUTOUTIN

DSS/VCR2

OUTIN

VCR1 DSS/VCR2

DVD IN OUT

S-VIDEO

MONI.OUTTV OUTIN

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MONI.OUTDSS/VCR2

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GND AM

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VIDEO IN/OUT (TV, DVD, VCR1, DSS/VCR2)

These are the video inputs and outputs. There are 4 video inputs and 2 video outputs and each one includes both composite video and S-video configurations. Connect VCRs, DVD players, and other video components to the video inputs. S-video sources can be viewed through the Svideo outputs, and composite sources can only be viewed through the composite output. The 2 video output channels can be used to be connected to video tape recorders for making recordings.

FM antenna terminal (75 ohms)

Connect an external FM antenna with a coaxial cable, or a cable network FM source.

AM antenna and ground terminals

Connect the supplied AM loop antenna. Use the terminals marked “AM” and “GND”. The supplied AM loop antenna will provide good AM reception in most areas. Position the loop antenna until you hear the best reception.

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT

If your DVD player or other device has component video connectors, be sure to connect them to these component video connectors on the SR6400. The SR6400 has two component video input connectors to obtain the color information (Y, CB, CR) directly from the recorded DVD signal or other video component and one component video output connector to output it directly into the matrix decoder of the display device. By sending the pure DVD component video signal directly, the DVD signal forgoes the extra processing that normally would degrade the image. The result is vastly increased image quality, with incredibly life like colors and crisp detail.

Notes:

• This component video output will not display the OSD menu system.

Preamp Outputs (L, R, SL, SR, SB, C)

Jacks for L(front left), R (front right), C (Center), SL (surround left), SR (surround right) and SB (surround back). Use these jacks for connection to external power amplifiers.

MONITOR OUT

This is a monitor output and each one includes both composite video and S-video configurations. When connecting two video monitors or televisions, be aware that the OSD interface can be used with both MONITOR OUT connections.

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Subwoofer Output

Connect this jack to the line level input of a powered subwoofer. If an external subwoofer amplifier is used, connect this jack to the subwoofer amplifier input. If you are using two subwoofers, either powered or with a 2 channel subwoofer amplifier, connect a “Y” connector to the subwoofer output jack and run one

RS232C

cable from it to each subwoofer amplifier.

The RS232C port is to be used in conjunction with

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an external controller to control the operation of the SR6400 by using an external device.

6.1 CHANNEL INPUT

By connecting a DVD Audio player, SACD multichannel player, or other components that has

Power cable

Connect to an AC power outlet.

a multichannel port, you can playback the audio with 5.1 channel or 6.1 channel outputs.

SR6400 has to be powered by 120 V AC only.

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REMOTE CONT. IN/OUT terminals

AC OUTLETS

Connect the AC power cables of components such as

Connect to a Marantz component equipped with remote control (RC-5) terminals.

a DVD and CD player to these outlets. SWITCHED

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and UNSWITCHED outlets are provided. The one marked SWITCHED provides power only when the SR6400 is turned on and is useful for components which you use every time you play your system. The one marked UNSWITCHED is always live as long as the SR6400 is plugged into a live outlet. A component connected here may be left on permanently, or may be switched off with via its own power switch.

Caution:

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In order to avoid potential turn-off thumps, anything plugged into these outlets should be powered up before the SR6400 is turned on.

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The capacity of this AC outlet is 120W. Do not connect devices that consume electricity more than the capacity of these AC outlets. If the total power consumption of the connected devices exceeds the capacity, the protection circuit shuts down the power supply.

AUDIO IN/OUT (CD, TAPE, CD-R, TV, DVD, VCR1, DSS/VCR2)

These are the analog audio inputs and outputs. There are 7 audio inputs (4 of which are linked to video inputs) and 4 audio outputs (2 of which are linked to video outputs). The audio jacks are nominally labeled for cassette tape decks, compact disc players, DVD

players and etc.... The audio inputs and outputs

require RCA-type connectors.

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DIGITAL INPUT (Dig.1 - 6) / OUTPUT (coaxial, optical)

These are the digital audio inputs and outputs. There are 3 digital inputs with coaxial jacks, 3 with optical jacks. The inputs accept digital audio signals from a compact disc, LD, DVD, or other digital source component. For digital output, there is 1 coaxial output and 1 optical output. The digital outputs can be connected to MD recorders, CD recorders, DAT decks, or other

Speaker outputs terminals

similar components. Eight terminals are provided for the front (A) left, front (A) right, front (B) left, front (B) right, front center, surround left, surround right and surround back speakers.

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REMOTE CONTROLLER RC7300SRa

NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Outputs and inputs-, infrared control signals.

Used to display information about currently selected functions.

Infrared window

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

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(open/close) button

Used to open or close the door.

Note:

• This button is unavailable for the SR6400.

Source POWER ON/OFF button

Used to turn specific sources (such as DVD players, etc.) ON and OFF independently from the rest of the system.

EQ button

Used to turn on or off HT (Home Theater)-EQ mode. This mode compensates for the audio portion of a movie sounding “bright”. When this button is pressed, “EQ” indicator is illuminated.

V-OFF (video off) button

Used to turn off the video signal.

DVD operating buttons

(when DVD mode is selected)

AUDIO button

Used to select one of the audio languages.

ANGLE button

Used to change the different camera angles.

SUBTITLE button

Used to select one of the subtitle languages.

Numeric buttons 1 to 9, 0 / Surround mode buttons

Numeric buttons

Used to enter figures in the selection of a tuner preset station and station name preset or to select a CD track number, etc. The functions of these buttons are dependent on the function button selected.

Surround mode buttons (when AMP mode is selected)

Used to select the surround mode.

CL (clear) / S-DIRECT (source direct) button

Used to cancel certain memory or programming operations.

(when AMP mode is selected)

Used to select the S-DIRECT (source direct) mode. In source direct mode, the tone control circuitry is bypassed.

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INPUT button

Used to select monitor input.

Note:

• This button is unavailable for SR6400.

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T.MODE button

(when TUNER mode is selected)

Used to select the auto stereo mode or mono mode when the FM band is selected. The “AUTO” indicator is illuminated in the auto stereo mode.

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(TV) CH 3/4 buttons

Used to increase or decrease the TV channels.

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TOP MENU button

(when DVD mode is selected)

Used to call up the top menu of the DVD.

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Tone / Deck control buttons

Tone control buttons (when AMP mode is selected)

The TREBLE buttons are used to adjust the tone control of high frequency sounds for the left and right speakers. The BASS buttons are used to adjust the tone control of low frequency sounds for the left, right and subwoofer speakers.

Deck control buttons (when Tape mode is selected)

The DECK A button is used to select deck A. The DECK B button is used to select deck B. The 1 2 buttons are used to change the direction.

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CURSOR / OK button

Used to operate on-screen and other displays used by receivers and other components.

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CH SEL. (channel select) button

(when AMP mode is selected)

Used to call up SETUP MAIN MENU and adjust speaker levels or 6.1 ch input level.

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SETUP button

(when AMP mode is selected)

Used to call up the SETUP MAIN MENU of the SR6400.

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CONTROL buttons

These buttons are used when operating the CD player, TAPE deck, etc. The function of these buttons are dependent on the function button selected.

(when AMP mode is selected)

ATT button

When the input signal is too high and the voice distorts even while adjusting the SR6400 VOLUME control, turn on this function. “ATT” is illuminated when this function is activated. The input level is reduced. Attenuator is invalid for the output signal of “REC OUT”.

Note:

• This function is unavailable while the digital input is selected.

SPKR A/B button

Speaker mode is switched in the following sequence.

A → B → A+B → off

Note:

• The MULTI button is unavailable for SR6400.

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Input selector buttons/ FUNCTION SELECTOR buttons (AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT)

Used to switch the remote control to the command sets for specific sources (amplifier, receiver, etc.), thereby allowing a single remote control to control up to 11 different components. To use these buttons to switch the amplifier’s source, press the desired button twice within 2 seconds. The AMP button is used only to switch command set of the remote control itself and therefore does not transmit any signal. Further, the function buttons may also be programmed to execute macros. (A macro allows a complex string of operations to be performed in series simply by pressing a single button.) One button can be programmed to learn sequences containing up to 10 commands. The following is an example of such a sequence that can be activated automatically using a macro: Turn the receiver ON → Switch the function to DVD → Set the Surround Mode to VIRTUAL → Set the DVD player to Play.

Note:

• The AUX2 button is unavailable for SR6400.

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EXIT button

(when AMP mode is selected)

Used to exit setup menu.

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TEST button

(when AMP mode is selected)

Used to enter the test tone menu.

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MENU/OSD button

(when AMP mode is selected)

When this button is pressed, the current setting is displayed on the TV monitor.

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VOLUME / buttons

Used to adjust the volume on receivers.

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P.SCAN (preset scan) button

(when TUNER mode is selected)

Used to start preset scan when SR6400 is selected TUNER mode.

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MUTE button

Muting button of the SR6400. Press this button decrease the sound temporarily . Press this button again to return to the previous sound.

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MEMO button

Memory enable button for various preset functions.

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NIGHT button

(when AMP mode is selected)

Pressing this button prevents the Dolby Digital signal from playback at a loud voice. This function reduces the voice by 1/3 to 1/4 at maximum. Thus, it eliminates the occurrence of an abruptly loud voice at night. However, the function is valid only in the case when the Dolby Digital signal is entered into OPTICAL or COAXIAL and data to compress the voice exists in the signal to be played back. When this button is pressed, the “NIGHT” indicator is illuminated.

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F.DIR/SEAR button

(when TUNER mode is selected)

Used to select the mode for frequency direct input.

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DISP./RDS button

(when TUNER mode is selected: European model only)

Selects display mode function for RDS (Radio Data System).

(when AMP mode is selected)

Selects the display mode for the front display of the SR6400.

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A/D button

This is used to switch between the analog and digital inputs.

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SLEEP (sleep timer) button

This button is used for setting the sleep timer. It can be operated the same way as the button on the unit.

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7.1/6.1CH IN button

Press this button to select the output of an external multichannel decoder.

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POWER ON, OFF buttons

(when AMP mode is selected)

Press to switch the power of the SR6400 ON or OFF.

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

Information about currently selected functions and modes are displayed on the LCD screen.

Function Name indicator

Displays the name of the currently selected function (DVD, TV, etc.) using up to 5 characters.

LEARN indicator

Indicates when the remote control is in the LEARN mode.

USE indicator

For normal operation the USE indicator is displayed.

MACRO indicator

Indicates when the remote control is in the MACRO mode.

Transmission indicator

Indicates when the remote control is transmitting a signal.

Low battery indicator

When this indicator appears, the batteries should be replaced.

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PTY button (European model only)

(when TUNER mode is selected)

Used to display the program type information of the current station. The RDS system categorizes programs according to their genre into different (PTY) groups.

REMOTE CONTROL RANGE

The distance between the transmitter of the remote control and the IR SENSOR of the SR6400 should be less than 5 meters. If the remote control is pointed in a direction other than the IR SENSOR or if there is an obstacle between them, use of the remote control may not be possible.

Remote-controllable range

Approx. 5 m

60°

Remote control unit (RC7300SRa)

SR6400

LOADING BATTERIES

The life of the batteries used with the remote control is about 4 months with normal use. Also be sure to replace batteries earlier when you notice that they are getting weak.

Remove the back cover.

Close the cover until it clicks.

Note:

• The supplied batteries are shipped to confirm the initial operation. Therefore, the supplied batteries will be consumed quickly.

GENERAL INFORMATION OF RC7300SRa TO SR6400

To control the SR6400 by your RC7300SRa, you have to select the device AMP or TUNER by pressing the function selector button. Please refer below for the details in AMP and TUNER mode.

AMP MODE

TUNER MODE

POWER ON/OFF Turns the SR6400 on and off POWER ON Turns the SR6400 on POWER OFF Turns the SR6400 off V-OFF Turns on or off the Video OFF mode EQ Turns on or off the HT-EQ mode

7.1/6.1 IN Selects the 6.1CH IN SLEEP Sets the sleep timer function A/D Switches between the analog and digital inputs DISP./RDS Changes the front display mode Surround mode Selects the surround mode

(0-9) * DSP button is unavailable to SR6400. S-DIRECT Selects the Source Direct mode

NIGHT(+10) Turns on or off the NIGHT mode MUTE Decreases the sound temporarily BASS

TREBLE VOL

MENU/OSD Displays the current setting on the monitor Cursor Moves the cursor for settings in the “On screen display” mode OK • Enters the “On screen display”

SETUP CH SEL TEST Enters the test tone menu EXIT Exits from the SETUP MAIN MENU SPKR A/B Selects the speaker system ATT Reduces the input level Function selector Selects a particular source component

Adjusts the tone control of low frequency sound

Adjusts the tone control of high frequency sound Adjusts the over all sound level

•Confirms the settings in “On screen display” mode Same as the OK button Calls up SETUP MENU and adjusts speaker levels or 6.1ch input level

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Insert the new batteries (AA type) with correct (+) and (–) polarity.

0-9 Inputs the numeric #s DISP./RDS Selects the display mode in RDS (*) F.DIR/SEAR Selects the “Frequency direct input” PTY Displays the programmed information of the current station (*) MEMO Enters the tuner preset memory numbers CL Clears the inputting T.MODE Selects the auto stereo mode or mono mode P.SCAN Starts preset scan CHANNEL/SKIP • Selects a preset station

• Changes a PTY type

TUNE/SEARCH Tunes a station TUNER Selects a frequency band

(*): European model only

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