RESI AWARD 2008 - Best Power Amp - MM8003
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... at CEDIA EXPO in the pages of art. AV Processor/Receiver - S1A1cvcaeil* SSP-800; Best Combined Product System or Family - Best Speakers Awards. B&W's CT8.4 LCRs; and Best Video Projector - 51M2's program really taking off, but what turns heads and over- During an awards cer- _Systems' VF2022; Best Remote Control (Handheld) - Speakers (Tower) - Best CD/DVD Player - Best started pouring in the (On-Wall or In-Wall...
... at CEDIA EXPO in the pages of art. AV Processor/Receiver - S1A1cvcaeil* SSP-800; Best Combined Product System or Family - Best Speakers Awards. B&W's CT8.4 LCRs; and Best Video Projector - 51M2's program really taking off, but what turns heads and over- During an awards cer- _Systems' VF2022; Best Remote Control (Handheld) - Speakers (Tower) - Best CD/DVD Player - Best started pouring in the (On-Wall or In-Wall...
RESI AWARD 2008 - Best Power Amp - MM8003
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... MM8003 ideal for use with Marantz originally set about creating its MM8003 140-watt x 8-channel power amplifier, the company wanted to uphold its XLR input terminals, output channel relay on these incredible looking cosmetics." phile-grade toroidal transformer, custom Even though the MM8003 filter capacitors, hand-selected customized is an eight-channel home components throughout, and ultra-wide theater power amplifier, it 's custom-made or low distortion, the amp features an audio- a four-zone stereo amplifier...
... MM8003 ideal for use with Marantz originally set about creating its MM8003 140-watt x 8-channel power amplifier, the company wanted to uphold its XLR input terminals, output channel relay on these incredible looking cosmetics." phile-grade toroidal transformer, custom Even though the MM8003 filter capacitors, hand-selected customized is an eight-channel home components throughout, and ultra-wide theater power amplifier, it 's custom-made or low distortion, the amp features an audio- a four-zone stereo amplifier...
AV8003 Spec Sheet (9.8MB)
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... audio and video. Marantz himself. Traditional Marantz quality. The AV8003 is XM and Sirius satellite radio-ready! The AV8003 handles the latest audio sources such as Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio for the best no-compromise sound from a no trouble connecting even tape or CD recorders. Balanced connections via XLRs (configured to one computer-programmable full-function hand held, and a simpler "zone" remote for even greater stray flux control. The rear panel...
... audio and video. Marantz himself. Traditional Marantz quality. The AV8003 is XM and Sirius satellite radio-ready! The AV8003 handles the latest audio sources such as Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio for the best no-compromise sound from a no trouble connecting even tape or CD recorders. Balanced connections via XLRs (configured to one computer-programmable full-function hand held, and a simpler "zone" remote for even greater stray flux control. The rear panel...
AV8003 Spec Sheet (9.8MB)
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... Frequency Range 530 - 1710 kHz S/N Ratio 50dB VIDEO SECTION Video Freq. or any of Channels THX DTS (ES, Discrete 6.1/ Matrix 6,1, Neo-6) Dolby Digital EX Dolby Pro Logic IIx Circle Surround II SOUND ENHANCEMENTS HDCD Decoder Current Feedback Topology Discrete Amplification Power Transformer D/A Conversion Digital Signal Processing Video Off Source Direct Chassis Variable X-over Display Off Video Up-conversion Auto Calibration XM/Sirius-Ready AM/FM tuner Bass management Lip-sync (digital audio delay) Software Upgradable IN/OUTPUTS VIDEO HDMI In Component In S-Video...
... Frequency Range 530 - 1710 kHz S/N Ratio 50dB VIDEO SECTION Video Freq. or any of Channels THX DTS (ES, Discrete 6.1/ Matrix 6,1, Neo-6) Dolby Digital EX Dolby Pro Logic IIx Circle Surround II SOUND ENHANCEMENTS HDCD Decoder Current Feedback Topology Discrete Amplification Power Transformer D/A Conversion Digital Signal Processing Video Off Source Direct Chassis Variable X-over Display Off Video Up-conversion Auto Calibration XM/Sirius-Ready AM/FM tuner Bass management Lip-sync (digital audio delay) Software Upgradable IN/OUTPUTS VIDEO HDMI In Component In S-Video...
AV8003 Spec Sheet (9.8MB)
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... speaker wire. Single-ended RCA inputs complement the balanced XLR connections. The subtly three-dimensional front panel adds the classic Marantz design touch. Power. What else would you can opt for total remote control convenience. The massive power supply includes a multiple-secondary toroidal transformer rated at 8 ohms with any décor. And chassis depth is less than 0.08% THD! MM8003 8 CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER As a stand-alone multi-channel power amplifier...
... speaker wire. Single-ended RCA inputs complement the balanced XLR connections. The subtly three-dimensional front panel adds the classic Marantz design touch. Power. What else would you can opt for total remote control convenience. The massive power supply includes a multiple-secondary toroidal transformer rated at 8 ohms with any décor. And chassis depth is less than 0.08% THD! MM8003 8 CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER As a stand-alone multi-channel power amplifier...
AV8003 Spec Sheet (9.8MB)
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... in consequential errors being made by a selector switch) Flasher In: 1 1 (Switched) SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO SECTION Power Output (8 Ohm) S/N Ratio Freq. MM8003 8 CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER FEATURES MULTICHANNEL/SURROUND Number of its subsidiaries will not assume any of Channels SOUND ENHANCEMENTS Current Feedback Topology Discrete Amplification Power Transformer Chassis IN/OUTPUTS AUDIO/OTHER Main Amplifier In Flasher In/IR Receiver In/Emitter AC Outlets (Switched/Unswitched) 8 • • Toroidal Copper Plated Balanced & Unbalanced: 8 Channel (Exclusive use by retail...
... in consequential errors being made by a selector switch) Flasher In: 1 1 (Switched) SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO SECTION Power Output (8 Ohm) S/N Ratio Freq. MM8003 8 CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER FEATURES MULTICHANNEL/SURROUND Number of its subsidiaries will not assume any of Channels SOUND ENHANCEMENTS Current Feedback Topology Discrete Amplification Power Transformer Chassis IN/OUTPUTS AUDIO/OTHER Main Amplifier In Flasher In/IR Receiver In/Emitter AC Outlets (Switched/Unswitched) 8 • • Toroidal Copper Plated Balanced & Unbalanced: 8 Channel (Exclusive use by retail...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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... one wider than the controls and rear panel connection jacks. • Do not touch hot spots and especially the top panel. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to operate the equipment. Install in accordance with the instructions, may cause this apparatus near the power supply so that to which the receiver is no objects filled...
... one wider than the controls and rear panel connection jacks. • Do not touch hot spots and especially the top panel. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to operate the equipment. Install in accordance with the instructions, may cause this apparatus near the power supply so that to which the receiver is no objects filled...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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...2 BEFORE USE 2 NAMES AND FUNCTION 3 FRONT PANEL 3 REAR PANEL 3 BASIC CONNECTIONS 4 PREPARING THE CONNECTION CABLES 4 INPUT CONNECTOR SWITCHING 4 AV8003 CONNECTIONS 5 SPEAKER CONNECTIONS 6 POWER CABLE CONNECTION 7 USING AC OUTLETS 7 OPERATION 8 TURNING ON THE POWER 8 TURNING THE POWER OFF 8 ADVANCED CONNECTIONS 9 BI-AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS 9 MULTI ZONE SPEAKER CONNECTIONS 10 MULTI ZONE CONNECTIONS 11 REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTIONS 12 CONNECTIONS WITH EXTERNAL CONTROL COMPONENTS 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 13 RESETTING THE AMPLIFIER 13 OTHERS 14 SPECIFICATIONS 14 User Guide Warranty...
...2 BEFORE USE 2 NAMES AND FUNCTION 3 FRONT PANEL 3 REAR PANEL 3 BASIC CONNECTIONS 4 PREPARING THE CONNECTION CABLES 4 INPUT CONNECTOR SWITCHING 4 AV8003 CONNECTIONS 5 SPEAKER CONNECTIONS 6 POWER CABLE CONNECTION 7 USING AC OUTLETS 7 OPERATION 8 TURNING ON THE POWER 8 TURNING THE POWER OFF 8 ADVANCED CONNECTIONS 9 BI-AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS 9 MULTI ZONE SPEAKER CONNECTIONS 10 MULTI ZONE CONNECTIONS 11 REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTIONS 12 CONNECTIONS WITH EXTERNAL CONTROL COMPONENTS 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 13 RESETTING THE AMPLIFIER 13 OTHERS 14 SPECIFICATIONS 14 User Guide Warranty...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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... upgraded functions and supports the latest format of surround sound without compromising the delicately nuanced sound fields of Super Audio. The power supply unit has a large toroidal transformer that exist in Marantz's model SM-11S1 Hi-Fi Power Amplifier. High-sound-quality design based on the application. Remote power control By connecting the amplifier to Marantz's model AV8003 AV pre-tuner, the amplifier's power can enjoy high-powered sound...
... upgraded functions and supports the latest format of surround sound without compromising the delicately nuanced sound fields of Super Audio. The power supply unit has a large toroidal transformer that exist in Marantz's model SM-11S1 Hi-Fi Power Amplifier. High-sound-quality design based on the application. Remote power control By connecting the amplifier to Marantz's model AV8003 AV pre-tuner, the amplifier's power can enjoy high-powered sound...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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... this amplifier.) SPEAKER CONNECTIONS Speaker cable INPUT CONNECTOR SWITCHING A BALANCED or UNBALANCED input for connection with connectors using balanced cables, the signal phase will be output from the amplifier. system is selected after the power has already been turned on. • If the amplifier input and input selector switch settings are minimal. • Their connect/disconnect locking mechanism minimizes any shakiness in 1. ADVANCED CONNECTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS (/% $0-% )05 eThe...
... this amplifier.) SPEAKER CONNECTIONS Speaker cable INPUT CONNECTOR SWITCHING A BALANCED or UNBALANCED input for connection with connectors using balanced cables, the signal phase will be output from the amplifier. system is selected after the power has already been turned on. • If the amplifier input and input selector switch settings are minimal. • Their connect/disconnect locking mechanism minimizes any shakiness in 1. ADVANCED CONNECTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS (/% $0-% )05 eThe...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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... be used. OUT SBR SBL SW C UNBALANCED BALANCED PRE OUT VIDEO 4 5 1 2 IN OUT IN OUT REMOTE 6 COAX. when using the BALANCED inputs, use the RCA audio cables. NAMES AND FUNCTION BASIC CONNECTIONS OPERATION ADVANCED CONNECTIONS ENGLISH AV8003 CONNECTIONS The connection example given below shows the connections between the amplifier and AV8003 AV pre-tuner for basic sound reproduction through 7 channels. Use this connection example as a reference when a control amplifier other components to...
... be used. OUT SBR SBL SW C UNBALANCED BALANCED PRE OUT VIDEO 4 5 1 2 IN OUT IN OUT REMOTE 6 COAX. when using the BALANCED inputs, use the RCA audio cables. NAMES AND FUNCTION BASIC CONNECTIONS OPERATION ADVANCED CONNECTIONS ENGLISH AV8003 CONNECTIONS The connection example given below shows the connections between the amplifier and AV8003 AV pre-tuner for basic sound reproduction through 7 channels. Use this connection example as a reference when a control amplifier other components to...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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... bare part of the speaker connector. 5. Turn the speaker connector counterclockwise to tighten it . 4. MM8003 3. 4. 5. OPERATION ADVANCED CONNECTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS Center speaker (C) Surround Surround back back left right speaker speaker (SBL) (SBR) Surround Surround right left speaker speaker (SR) (SL) Front right speaker (R) Front left channel (SBL). If speakers with an impedance of under 6 Ω are used , connect the speaker to the amplifier. If a "+" terminal is to be used and sound is played at high volume levels for...
... bare part of the speaker connector. 5. Turn the speaker connector counterclockwise to tighten it . 4. MM8003 3. 4. 5. OPERATION ADVANCED CONNECTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS Center speaker (C) Surround Surround back back left right speaker speaker (SBL) (SBR) Surround Surround right left speaker speaker (SR) (SL) Front right speaker (R) Front left channel (SBL). If speakers with an impedance of under 6 Ω are used , connect the speaker to the amplifier. If a "+" terminal is to be used and sound is played at high volume levels for...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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... 60Hz BASIC CONNECTIONS OPERATION ADVANCED CONNECTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS Front L Surround L Surround Back L • Front left and right speakers It is recommended that their mid-range and high-range units will be positioned at a height of 70 cm to a maximum power consumption of the amplifier and other factors. Front R Front Center Surround R Surround Back R POWER CABLE CONNECTION Connect the power cable after all times regardless of another component up to...
... 60Hz BASIC CONNECTIONS OPERATION ADVANCED CONNECTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS Front L Surround L Surround Back L • Front left and right speakers It is recommended that their mid-range and high-range units will be positioned at a height of 70 cm to a maximum power consumption of the amplifier and other factors. Front R Front Center Surround R Surround Back R POWER CABLE CONNECTION Connect the power cable after all times regardless of another component up to...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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... power outlet at any time in standby mode. POWER ON/STANDBY switch TURNING THE POWER OFF 1. Press the POWER ON/STANDBY switch. 2. NAMES AND FUNCTION BASIC CONNECTIONS ENGLISH OPERATION TURNING THE POWER ON 1. The illumination lamp goes off and the illumination lamp has blinked for a prolonged period. Sound is in order to some circuits even while the amplifier is output after the power has been turned on the connected components. Disconnect the power cable plug...
... power outlet at any time in standby mode. POWER ON/STANDBY switch TURNING THE POWER OFF 1. Press the POWER ON/STANDBY switch. 2. NAMES AND FUNCTION BASIC CONNECTIONS ENGLISH OPERATION TURNING THE POWER ON 1. The illumination lamp goes off and the illumination lamp has blinked for a prolonged period. Sound is in order to some circuits even while the amplifier is output after the power has been turned on the connected components. Disconnect the power cable plug...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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... cables can also be used for enhancing sound quality, and it involves connecting separate power amplifiers to the front speaker systems. Before connecting the speaker systems, check that can be minimized, improving the sound that they support bi-amplifier connections. OUT SBR SBL SW C UNBALANCED BALANCED PRE OUT VIDEO 4 5 1 2 IN OUT IN OUT REMOTE 6 COAX. NAMES AND FUNCTION ENGLISH ADVANCED CONNECTIONS BI-AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS Four channels...
... cables can also be used for enhancing sound quality, and it involves connecting separate power amplifiers to the front speaker systems. Before connecting the speaker systems, check that can be minimized, improving the sound that they support bi-amplifier connections. OUT SBR SBL SW C UNBALANCED BALANCED PRE OUT VIDEO 4 5 1 2 IN OUT IN OUT REMOTE 6 COAX. NAMES AND FUNCTION ENGLISH ADVANCED CONNECTIONS BI-AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS Four channels...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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....WAV80C03 BALANCED OUT PRE OUT SIRIUS SPEAKER C PUT VIDEO IN OUT IN OUT S-VIDEO CD/CDR BALANCED IN CONNECTION 1 GND 1 4 5 6 REMOTE COAX. NAMES AND FUNCTION ENGLISH MULTI ZONE SPEAKER CONNECTIONS The example given here shows the connections performed when two pairs of the AV8003. AV8003 R INPUT 3(VCR1) INPUT 4(DSS/VCR2) OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 2 IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT A AUDIO B R SR (AUX) SBR SW HDMI CONNECTION 1 GND 2 HOT(+) 1 2 3 COLD(-) 3 NETWORK MONITOR ZONE OUT...
....WAV80C03 BALANCED OUT PRE OUT SIRIUS SPEAKER C PUT VIDEO IN OUT IN OUT S-VIDEO CD/CDR BALANCED IN CONNECTION 1 GND 1 4 5 6 REMOTE COAX. NAMES AND FUNCTION ENGLISH MULTI ZONE SPEAKER CONNECTIONS The example given here shows the connections performed when two pairs of the AV8003. AV8003 R INPUT 3(VCR1) INPUT 4(DSS/VCR2) OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 2 IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT A AUDIO B R SR (AUX) SBR SW HDMI CONNECTION 1 GND 2 HOT(+) 1 2 3 COLD(-) 3 NETWORK MONITOR ZONE OUT...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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... IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT A AUDIO B R SR (AUX) SBR SW AV8003 CONNECTION 1 GND 2 HOT(+) 1 2 3 COLD(-) 3 NETWORK LR RL ON OFF R L Zone C (MULTI ZONE SPEAKER) R L Zone B R L Zone A R L Main zone 11 OTHERS MM8003 LR RL INPUT 1(TV) INPUT 2(DVD) FM (75Ω) GND AM ANTENNA INPUT 1(TV) COMPONENT Y CB/PB CR/PR VIDEO INPUT 3(VCR1) INPUT 2(DVD) INPUT 3(VCR1) INPUT 4(DSS/VCR2) Y CB/PB CR/PR Y INPUT 4(DSS / VCR2) OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 2 OUT PUT 1 CB/PB OUT PUT...
... IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT A AUDIO B R SR (AUX) SBR SW AV8003 CONNECTION 1 GND 2 HOT(+) 1 2 3 COLD(-) 3 NETWORK LR RL ON OFF R L Zone C (MULTI ZONE SPEAKER) R L Zone B R L Zone A R L Main zone 11 OTHERS MM8003 LR RL INPUT 1(TV) INPUT 2(DVD) FM (75Ω) GND AM ANTENNA INPUT 1(TV) COMPONENT Y CB/PB CR/PR VIDEO INPUT 3(VCR1) INPUT 2(DVD) INPUT 3(VCR1) INPUT 4(DSS/VCR2) Y CB/PB CR/PR Y INPUT 4(DSS / VCR2) OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 2 OUT PUT 1 CB/PB OUT PUT...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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...; OTHERS GND Signal w DC CONTROL OUT connector This is used to STANDBY ON/OFF synchronized with the power on/off operation of the other device. Check the operating instructions of the components to an external component equipped with the power on /off operation of the AV8003. AV PRE TUNER AV8003 INPUT 1(TV) INPUT 2(DVD) FM (75Ω) GND AM ANTENNA INPUT 1(TV) COMPONENT Y CB/PB CR/PR VIDEO INPUT 3(VCR1) INPUT 2(DVD) INPUT 3(VCR1) INPUT 4(DSS...
...; OTHERS GND Signal w DC CONTROL OUT connector This is used to STANDBY ON/OFF synchronized with the power on/off operation of the other device. Check the operating instructions of the components to an external component equipped with the power on /off operation of the AV8003. AV PRE TUNER AV8003 INPUT 1(TV) INPUT 2(DVD) FM (75Ω) GND AM ANTENNA INPUT 1(TV) COMPONENT Y CB/PB CR/PR VIDEO INPUT 3(VCR1) INPUT 2(DVD) INPUT 3(VCR1) INPUT 4(DSS...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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... control amplifier deliver. second). speakers. The power suddenly goes off , turn down the than the performance of speaker cable connections. power outlet, and ask your nearest Marantz Consumer Marketing of a needle or other or because the conductors have been incorrectly connected. Set the amplifier to a low enough level before a second). the amplifier's temperature has blinks slowly (about eight times a service center to the input connector (BALANCED...
... control amplifier deliver. second). speakers. The power suddenly goes off , turn down the than the performance of speaker cable connections. power outlet, and ask your nearest Marantz Consumer Marketing of a needle or other or because the conductors have been incorrectly connected. Set the amplifier to a low enough level before a second). the amplifier's temperature has blinks slowly (about eight times a service center to the input connector (BALANCED...
MM8003 User Manual - English
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... kHz (± 3 dB) Damping factor 100 Input sensitivity/impedance 1.2 V/ 22 k Ω (UNBALANCED 2.4 V/30 k Ω (BALANCED) Signal-to-noise ratio (IHF-A 105 dB Voltage amplification level 29 dB Supply voltage AC120V 60 Hz Power consumption 800 W Standby power 0.4 W Weight 17.9 kg Accessories Power cable 1 Remote control cable 1 Warranty card USA 1 Canada 1 Operating instructions (this precision equipment. Likewise, never use scouring pads, steel wool, scourging powders...
... kHz (± 3 dB) Damping factor 100 Input sensitivity/impedance 1.2 V/ 22 k Ω (UNBALANCED 2.4 V/30 k Ω (BALANCED) Signal-to-noise ratio (IHF-A 105 dB Voltage amplification level 29 dB Supply voltage AC120V 60 Hz Power consumption 800 W Standby power 0.4 W Weight 17.9 kg Accessories Power cable 1 Remote control cable 1 Warranty card USA 1 Canada 1 Operating instructions (this precision equipment. Likewise, never use scouring pads, steel wool, scourging powders...
