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  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 1
    Basic instructions Advanced instructions AV Surround Receiver NR1504 Owner's Manual DVD Information
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    power supply to the unit and must be within easy access by the user. FCC INFORMATION (For US customers) 1. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Product Name: AV Surround Receiver Model Number: NR1504 the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly approved by Marantz
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    instructions Advanced instructions n NOTES ON USE WARNINGS • Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack. • Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord. • Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust. • Unplug the power
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    back files stored on a PC and NAS 50 Using online services 54 Convenient functions 65 AirPlay function 70 Selecting a listening mode (Sound Mode 72 Selecting a listening mode 72 Advanced instructions 77 Installation/connection/setup of speakers (Advanced 78 Speaker installation 78 Speaker
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    that the following parts are supplied with the product. q Getting Started 1 w CD-ROM (Owner's Manual 1 e Safety Instructions 1 r Warranty card (for USA 1 t Warranty card (for CANADA 1 y Power cord 1 u Remote control unit (RC020SR 1 i R03/AAA batteries 2 o AM loop antenna 1 Q0 FM indoor
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Information Cautions on handling • Before turning the power on Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are no problems with the connection cables. • Power is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is set to the
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    Advanced instructions Information Basic instructions Basic instructions Here we explain the connections and basic operation methods for this unit. F Connections vpage 5 F Setup vpage 23 F Playback (Basic operation) vpage 30 F Network content vpage 47 F Selecting a listening mode (Sound Mode
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    on this unit. • Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed. However, when the "Setup Assistant" is running, follow the instructions in the "Setup Assistant" (C page 7) screen for making connections. (During "Setup Assistant" operation, the input/output connectors do not
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Relationship between video signals and monitor output This unit is equipped with two types of video input connectors (HDMI and composite video) and two type
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    instructions Advanced instructions can transmit high definition video and high quality audio formats adopted by Bluray disc players power control, volume control, and input source switching. • Other video and audio functions, such as 3D video playback, Content Type, the ARC function, are supported
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    the TV. This function allows you to enjoy surround playback on this unit for the TV. When the ARC function is used, connect a device with a "Standard HDMI cable with Ethernet" or "High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet" for HDMI. Refer to the owner's manual for your TV for details about TV connection
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    the HDMI audio specifications of the connected device regarding permissible inputs. • When connecting a TV that does not support the ARC function, an high quality digital video signals, but copy guard and other issues may hinder normal operations for some device combinations. NOTE • No sound is
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Connecting this unit to video devices via HDMI HDMI OUT Video camcorder HDMI OUT Connecting HDMI devices GFront panelH • When connecting a device that supports Deep Color, please use a "High Speed HDMI cable" or "High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet
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    or other device connected to the HDMI output connector, even if the power of this unit is in standby. nnHDMI control function (vpage 83) This AV devices. This unit supports HDCP. • If a device that does not support HDCP is connected, video and audio are not output correctly. Read the owner's manual
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    instructions Connecting other devices For highest quality video and surround playback, it is recommended to use an HDMI cable to connect this unit to TV and other video devices (vpage 7 "Connecting HDMI devices"). This section describes alternate connection methods when your device does not support
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    section describes how to connect when your TV does not support ARC (Audio Return Channel). For instructions on HDMI connections, see "Connecting this unit to is input, this unit decodes the audio to play back surround sound. nnVideo connection The following methods are available for connecting to
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    your satellite tuner or cable TV does not support HDMI connections. For instructions on HDMI connections, see "Connecting HDMI quality is achieved. a DIGITAL AUDIO COAXIAL connector When a multichannel audio (digital bit stream audio) is input, this unit decodes the audio to play back surround sound
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    Disc player or DVD player This section describes how to connect when your Blu-ray disc player or DVD player that does not support HDMI connections. For instructions on HDMI connections, see "Connecting HDMI devices" (vpage 7). Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO OUT LR VIDEO OUT
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    Connecting a media player This section describes how to connect when your media player does not support HDMI connections. For instructions on HDMI connections, see "Connecting HDMI devices" (vpage 7). Media player VIDEO VIDEO OUT nnVideo connection The following methods are available for
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    USB memory device. • For operating instructions see "Playing an iPod" (vpage Supported iPod models • iPod classic • iPod nano • iPod touch Marantz does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate or receive power is longer than 2 meters (6 feet) sound may not be played correctly. In this
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    Basic instructions Connecting a CD player You can enjoy CD sound with the player connected by digital or analog cables. CD player AUDIO AUDIO OUT LR aL R LR to these connectors, you must set up input connectors. For details, see "Input Assign" (vpage 103). Advanced instructions Information 18 DVD
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Connecting an FM/AM antenna • Connect the FM antenna supplied with the unit to enjoy listening to radio broadcasts. • After connecting the antenna and receiving a broadcast signal (vpage 38 "Listening to FM/AM broadcasts"), fix the antenna with tape in a
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    " (vpage 30 "Selecting the input source"). • This unit supports the A2DP standard of the Bluetooth profile. • See also the manuals for your wireless receiver and Bluetooth device. • When connecting your Bluetooth device to the wireless receiver for the first time, paring is necessary. Once paring is
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    services • Using the Apple AirPlay function • Operation on this unit via the network In addition, if updated firmware becomes available for this unit, the updated or a computer shop for details. • Marantz assumes no responsibility whatsoever for any communication errors or troubles resulting from
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    , insert the power plug into the power outlet. To household power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Power cord (supplied) NOTE • Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed. However, when the "Setup Assistant" is running, follow the instructions in the "Setup Assistant" (C page
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    Audyssey® Setup, Audyssey MultEQ®/ Audyssey Dynamic EQ®/Audyssey Dynamic Volume® functions become active (vpage 97). • To set up the speakers manually, use FR Front speaker (R) C Center speaker SW Subwoofer SL Surround speaker (L) SR Surround speaker (R) About the main listening position
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    the level of the listener's ear. Sound receptor Setup and measurement microphone 2 Set up the subwoofer If using a subwoofer capable of the following adjustments, set up the subwoofer as shown below. For details, see your subwoofer's manual. nn When using a subwoofer with a direct mode Set the
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    input on the front the AV receiver. Back Next 5 Select "Next" and then press ENTER. The subwoofer volume setting screen is displayed. Audyssey Setup Make sure your subwoofer is plugged in and turned on. If your subwoofer has a volume control, please set it at 50%... POWER ON VOLUME OFF MIN
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Set up speakers (Audyssey® Setup) Measurement (2nd - 6th) Calculation • In this time it takes to perform the analysis. v See overleaf Back Information Audyssey Setup Place the microphone at ear level at the 3rd Listening position. Continue Calculation
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    instructions Advanced instructions Check Store Finish Set up speakers (Audyssey® Setup) 12 Use ui to select the item you want to check, and then press ENTER. Audyssey Setup not to turn off the power. • This feature adjusts the the dynamism and clarity of the sound when, for example, the volume
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    in the room for accurate measurements to be made. • Speaker or subwoofer sound is too low for accurate measurements to be made. • Either turn off any device generating noise or move it away. • Perform again when the surroundings are quieter. • Check the speaker installation and the direction in
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    instructions Advanced instructions Set up speakers (Audyssey® Setup) Check Results This function enables you to check the measurement results and equalizer characteristics after Audyssey® Setup. 1 Press SETUP to display the menu on the TV screen. 2 Use u to select "Speakers" - "Audyssey® Setup
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    (vpage 47) nn Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS (vpage 50) nn Using online services (vpage 54) nn Convenient functions (vpage 65) nn AirPlay function (vpage 70) Selecting a listening mode (Sound Mode) (vpage 72) Playback (Advanced operation) (vpage 83) Important information Before starting
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    instructions Advanced instructions subwoofer and player. w Load the disc in the player. 2 Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. 3 Press CD to switch the input source to "CD". 4 Play the CD player. You can also adjust the master volume by turning VOLUME on the main unit. Turning off the sound
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Playing an iPod You can use the USB cable Using the USB cable provided with the iPod, connect the iPod to the USB port (vpage 17). 2 Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. 3 Press iPod/USB to switch the input source to "iPod/USB". "Browse From iPod
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    instructions Advanced instructions Active buttons Remote control unit P P (This unit) iPod P zzOnly the sound is Playback starts. Playing an iPod nnAdjusting the sound quality (M-DAX) Make this setting at "M-DAX" that Marantz will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems
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    instructions Advanced instructions p ENTER (Press and release) ENTER (Press and hold) BACK SETUP 8 9 (Press and release) 8 9 (Press and hold) Page search Display of information such as the source name, volume, and sound mode name Repeat playback / Random playback / iPod Browse Mode switching
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Playing a USB memory device Playing back music or viewing MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3" standards. • File types that this unit can play back and specifications are shown below. Supported file types WMA (Windows Media Audio) MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3) WAV MPEG-4
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    nnAdjusting the sound quality (M-DAX) problems arising with the data on a USB memory device when using this unit in conjunction with the USB memory device. • USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub. • Marantz does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate or be supplied power
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    df INFO OPTION uio p ENTER (Press and release) ENTER (Press and hold) BACK SETUP 8 9 (Press and release) 8 9 (Press and hold) 1 3 Function Page search Display of information such as the source name, volume, and sound mode name etc. Text Search / Repeat playback / Random playback / Slideshow Time
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Listening to FM/AM broadcasts For antenna connections, see "Connecting an FM/AM antenna" (vpage 19). How to tune in The modes for receiving FM broadcasts consists of "Auto" mode that automatically searches available broadcast stations and "Manual" mode that
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnChanging the screen display duration Make this setting at "Now Playing" (vpage 101) in the menu. The default setting is "Always On". When "Auto Off"
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnTuning in by entering the radio frequency (Direct Tune) You can enter the receiving frequency directly to tune in. 1 Press TUNER to switch the input source to "TUNER". 2 Press OPTION. The option menu screen is displayed. 3 Use ui to
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnPresetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) Your favorite broadcast 92.10 / 92.30 / 92.50 / 92.70 / 93.10 / 93.50 / 93.70 / 94.10 MHz 94.30 / 94.50 / 94.70 / 94.90 / 95.10 / 95.30 / 95.50 / 95.70 MHz 98.10 / 98.30 / 98.50 / 98.70 / 98.90 /
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnChanging the tuning mode (Tune Mode) You can change the mode for tuning into FM broadcasts. If you cannot tune in automatically with "Auto" mode, then change the mode to "Manual" and tune in manually. 1 Press TUNER to switch the input source to "TUNER". 2
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnTuning in to radio stations and presetting them automatically (Auto Preset) Up to 56 stations can be preset. If "Auto Preset" is performed after performing "
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnSpecify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) You can set the name to the preset broadcast station or change it. Up to eight
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnSkipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) You can set in advance, the stations you do not want to be displayed when tuning in, by groups
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    instructions Advanced instructions Display of information such as the source name, volume, and sound mode name FM/AM switching Direct frequency tuning / Preset Memory / Preset Skip / Video Select Cursor operation Enter Return Setup menu Call up favorite stations Add to the favorite stations
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    instructions Advanced instructions Network content Listening to Internet Radio Internet Radio refers to radio broadcasts distributed over the Internet. Internet Radio stations from around the world can be received. Important information The broad cast station types and specifications supported
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnAdjusting the sound quality (M-DAX) Make this setting at "M-DAX" (vpage 96) in the menu. be displayed are replaced with "." (period). NOTE The radio station database service may be suspended or be otherwise unavailable without notice. Information 48 DVD
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    instructions Advanced instructions case, then please use vTuner, an Internet Radio station search website specifically designed for this unit. You can use your PC to search Internet and sound mode name Text Search / Save to Favorite / Slideshow / Video Select Cursor operation Enter Stop Return Setup
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    unit connects to the server using technologies shown below. • Windows Media Player Network Sharing Service • Windows Media DRM10 • File types that this unit can play back and specifications are shown below. Supported file types WMA (Windows Media Audio) MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3) WAV MPEG-4 AAC
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Applying media Allowed" in the drop-down list for "NR1504". 4 Select "Allowed" in the drop-down list for "Media programs on this PC and remote connections...". 5 Click "OK" to finish. , see the owner's manual that came with the NAS. Information 51 DVD
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    instructions). 2 Press NETWORK. • You can also press MEDIA SERVER to select the input source "Media Server" directly. 3 Use uio p to select "Media Server", then press ENTER. nnAdjusting the sound quality files can be played when using a server supporting transcoding, such as Windows Media Player Ver
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    instructions Advanced instructions search Display of information such as the source name, volume, and sound mode name Text Search / Repeat playback / Random playback / Slideshow Time Fast-reverse (Press and hold, ui)z Enter Stop Return Setup menu Add/call up favorite stations Add to the favorite
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    instructions Using online services This unit supports playback of the online services shown below. nnAbout Flickr (vpage 55) Flickr is an online photograph sharing service that started in 2004. You can use the this unit to view photographs that have been made public by Flickr users .com/marantz from
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    Advanced instructions Viewing photographs on the Flickr site You can view photographs shared by particular users, or all of the photographs shared on Flickr. nnViewing photographs shared by particular users 1 Prepare for playback. q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit's power
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    instructions Advanced instructions popular from the number of user comments or number of times services Operation buttons PAGE df INFO OPTION uio p ENTER (Press and release) ENTER (Press and hold) BACK SETUP Function Page search Display of information such as the source name, volume, and sound
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    /marantz and follow the instructions there to create a new account. Your activation code is : zzzzzz BACK Cancel Continue This is an identification code required to register your purchased product to the Pandora service. This code is used to obtain your account. Using online services
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    instructions Advanced instructions Cancel O K Select BACK Cancel Input • For character input, see page 92. Using online services 3 Use ui to select "Search by Artist" or "Search by Track", then press ENTER. music with similar qualities to the artist or track you entered. Information 58 DVD
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnListening to an existing station Use ui and month. Delete this • Press when you want to delete the station that is station being played. Using online services NOTE • You can Skip up to 6 Tracks that are being played back within 1 hour. • You can
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnPandora operation buttons Using online services Operation buttons PAGE df INFO OPTION uio p ENTER (Press and release) ENTER (Press and hold) BACK SETUP 9 1 3 Function Page search Display of information such as the source name, volume, and sound mode
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    network environment, then turn on this unit's power (vpage 21 "Connecting to a home network in Username Password zzzzz zzzzz Using online services nnGoing back to the previous screen Press (Video Select) (vpage 69) Favorites Internet Radio Spotify Media Server Sign in BACK Exit Enter 7 Use
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    buttons PAGE df INFO OPTION uio p ENTER (Press and release) ENTER (Press and hold) BACK SETUP Function Page search Display of information such as the source name, volume, and sound mode name Video Select Cursor operation Enter Stop Return Setup menu Advanced instructions Information 62 DVD
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    Marantz to a whole new world of music. With Spotify, you can enjoy instant access to millions of songs. A Spotify Premium subscription is required. For details, see the Spotify homepage. http://www.spotify.com 1 Prepare for playback. q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit's power
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    is playing. The Spotify menu screen is displayed tracks on the album that is being played back. nnAdjusting the sound quality (M-DAX) Make this setting at "M-DAX" (vpage 96) online services Operation buttons PAGE df INFO OPTION uio p ENTER (Press and release) ENTER (Press and hold) BACK SETUP 8
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    are sources that allow use of these functions. Searching content with keywords (Text Search) Performing repeat playback (Repeat) USB Media Server Spotify nn Searching content with keywords (Text Search) (vpage 65) nn Performing repeat playback (Repeat) (vpage 65) nn Performing random playback
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    Performing random playback (Random) USB Media Server Spotify 1 While content is playing, press OPTION. The option menu screen is displayed. 2 Use ui to select "Random", then press ENTER. Convenient functions During random playback,
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    already contains content, the older content is deleted. • The following operations update the database on the Media Server, which may make the added music files content Pandora Top list of content SiriusXM Top list of content Spotify Favorites Top list of content Top list of content / Internet
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    nnDeleting content added to favorites (Remove from Fav.) 1 Press NETWORK. 2 Use uio p to select "Favorites", then press ENTER. Network Favorites Spotify Internet Radio Media Server 3 Use ui to select the content you want to delete from favorites, then press OPTION. The option menu screen is
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Displaying your desired video on the monitor during audio playback (Video Select) This unit can display video from a different source on TV during audio playback.
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions AirPlay function Enjoy music from your iTunes library with high quality sound anywhere in your home. Use the Apple Remote Appz for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad to control iTunes from any room in your home. zzAvailable as a free download from the App Store.
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnPerform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit of this unit With this unit's remote control control from remote speakers", and then click "OK". Devices1SFGFSFODFT AirPlay function • is displayed on the menu screen while AirPlay is being
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Selecting a listening mode (Sound Mode) This unit allows you to enjoy various kinds of surround and stereo playback modes. Multi-channel audio formats are provided on popular movie and music disc formats such as Blu-ray and DVD, as well as being supported
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Pure Direct playback Selecting a listening mode Auto surround playback This mode is for playback with higher sound quality than in "DIRECT" mode, by turning off the front panel display panel, which can eliminate faint low level noise from creeping into
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnListening mode • The following listening modes can be selected using the MOVIE, MUSIC, GAME, and PURE buttons. • Adjust the sound field effect with the menu "Surr.Parameter" (vpage 94) to enjoy surround sound the way you like it. Operation button MOVIE
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    instructions Advanced instructions STEREO AUTO z2 DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY TrueHD DOLBY DIGITAL Plus DTS SURROUND DTS 96/24 DTS-HD HI RES DTS-HD MSTR DTS channel also includes analog input. z2 When AUTO mode is selected, the sound mode that is compatible with the input signal is used for playback. z3
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    instructions Advanced instructions no additional surround sound processing. • Sound is output from the front left and right speakers, and subwoofer if connected disabling additional stages that might possibly have an affect on sound quality. In Pure Direct mode, the following elements are turned off
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    Advanced instructions Information Advanced instructions Advanced instructions Here we explain functions and operations in more detail so that you can maximize your enjoyment with this unit. F Installation/connection/setup of speakers (Advanced) vpage 78 F Installation/connection/setup of
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    Advanced instructions Installation/connection/setup of speakers (Advanced) Procedure for speaker settings Speaker installation Speaker connection (vpage 79) Speaker installation • Determine the speaker system depending on the number of speakers you are using and install each speaker and subwoofer
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    running, follow the instructions in the "Setup Assistant" screen for making connections. (Power is not supplied to the speaker terminals while the "Setup Assistant" is running.) • Use speakers with the speaker impedances shown below. Speaker terminals FRONT CENTER SURROUND Speaker impedance 6 - 16
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    Basic instructions Cables used for connections Audio cable (sold separately) Speaker cable Subwoofer cable Connecting the subwoofer Use a subwoofer cable to connect the subwoofer. Speaker connection nnAbout the speaker cable label (supplied) for channel identification The channel display
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    Connecting 5.1-channel speakers Connecting 2.1-channel speakers Speaker connection Advanced instructions Information FL SW FR C FL SW FR SL SR NOTE • For speaker cable connections, see page 80. • For speaker impedance, see page 79. DVD NOTE •
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Connections (Advanced connection) Connecting the REMOTE CONTROL connectors Remotely connecting Marantz devices nnPerforming operations by RC on this unit without visual contact • You can connect an external IR receiver to the REMOTE CONTROL connectors to
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    "Output audio from amp" in the TV audio output setup operation, you can switch the AV receiver unit's power on. • You can adjust this unit's volume in power to standby, check that the power of this unit also goes to standby. To use this unit to play the audio of a TV that does not support the ARC
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    or player. Check the owner's manual of each device for details beforehand. • When "Power Off Control" on the of the operations below be performed, the interlocking function may be reset, in which case, repeat steps 2 and 3. • "Input pressed. Off 10 min 20 30 40 50 120 110 100 90 80 70 60 •
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    "Off In Standby", turning the power on/off changes the IP address. 5 Whenhtttph:/e/19t2o.1p68.m0.2enu is displayed, click on the menu File Edit View Favorites Tools Help item yINoDuEX want to operate. Web Controller w Marantz NR1504 CBL/SAT MAIN ZONE 40.0 e Setup Menu w Click when you select
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    instructions Video HDMI Setup On Screen Display TV Format Q6 Web control function GExample 2H Setup menu screen Video/HDMI Setup Auto Lip Sync HDMI Audio Out HDMI Pass Through HDMI Control Pass Through Source On Off AVR TV On Off On Off Last Blu-ray/DVD CBL/SAT GAME AUX MEDIA PLAYER Power
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Panel lock function To prevent accidental operation of key button operations Even when the Panel lock function is set, you can operate the unit using the remote control unit. 1 Press X while you press and hold M-DAX and DISPLAY with the unit in standby mode
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Remote lock function • When not connecting an IR receiver, disable the Remote lock function. When the function is enabled, you can not perform operations with the remote control unit. • By default, this function is disabled. PRESET CH X ON/STANDBY STATUS
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    Level Input Select Audyssey® Setup Speakers Manual Setup Description Sets the output level to clarify the dialogue output from the center channel. This setting adjusts the volume level for the subwoofer. Adjusts surround sound parameters. Adjusts the tonal quality of the sound. Expands the low
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    on a computer's resolution (e.g. VGA) or during playback of certain 3D video content, the playback image switches to the menu screen image. Information Audio Dialog Level r Subwoofer Level Surr. Parameter Tone M-DAX Audio Delay Volume Audyssey Manual EQ r Selected setup item DVD 90
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    ʵ Opt ʵ ʵ AUX 'SPOU ʵ ʵ ʵ CD  ʵ  ʵ Press ENTER. Input Assign Reset to the default values? Reset w Cancel Front display Audio w Description q Press SETUP to display the menu screen. w TV screen: Displays the selected line. Display: Displays the selected item. • Use ui to move to
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Inputting characters On this unit, you can change the name displayed on the following screens to the names that you prefer. • Text Search (vpage 65) •
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Audio Make audio-related settings. Menu operation 1 Press SETUP. The menu the Menu, press SETUP while the menu is displayed. The menu display disappears. Items that can be set with the "Audio" procedure Dialog Level (vpage 94) Subwoofer Level (vpage 94)
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    mode is "DIRECT" and "PURE DIRECT" (vpage 72) and the "Subwoofer Mode" (vpage 109) is "LFE+Main". -12dB - +12dB (0dB) Audio Surr.Parameter Default settings are underlined. You can adjust the surround audio sound field effects to match your preferences. The items (parameters) that can be adjusted
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    "Set Defaults" and press ENTER, the "Reset all surround parameters to the factory defaults?" prompt is displayed. Select either "Reset" or "Cancel", and press ENTER. Audio Tone Default settings are underlined. Adjust the tonal quality of the sound. Setting items Setting details Tone Control
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    instructions Advanced instructions are underlined. While viewing video, manually adjust the time to delay audio power is turned on. 1 - 98 (-79dB - 18dB) : The volume is adjusted to the set level. Full : The sound is muted entirely. -40dB : The sound is attenuated by 40 dB down. -20dB : The sound
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    response. Audyssey® Setup Manual EQ : Apply frequency response set with "Manual EQ" measurement results Dynamic EQ Solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by adjustments to maintain the reference response and surround envelopment when the volume is turned down
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    Copy. No : Do not copy. • "Curve Copy" is displayed after Audyssey® Setup has been performed. • When you select "Curve Copy" and press ENTER, the " Set Defaults The "Manual EQ" settings are returned to the default settings. Reset : Reset to the defaults. Cancel : Do not reset to the defaults.
  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 102
    to the previous item, press o or BACK. • Exiting the Menu, press SETUP while the menu is displayed. The menu display disappears. Items that can be set with the "Video" procedure HDMI Setup (vpage 100) On Screen Disp. (vpage 101) TV Format (vpage 101) Advanced instructions Information 99 DVD
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions HDMI Setup Default settings are underlined. Make settings the "HDMI Control" settings have been changed, always reset the power to connected devices after the change. Pass Through Source The AV receiver will "pass through" the sources HDMI signal when in
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions On Screen Disp. Default settings are underlined. Select the on-screen display user interface preferences. Setting items Volume Sets where to display the master volume level. Setting details Bottom : Display at the bottom. Top : Display at the top.
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Inputs Perform settings related to input source playback. • You do not have to change the settings to use the unit. Make settings when needed. Menu operation 1 Press SETUP. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Use ui to select the menu to be set or
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Input Assign This unit has certain input sources On", HDMI input connector cannot be assigned to "TV AUDIO". v See overleaf nnTV set top box/satellite users please note When using the optical or coaxial digital audio output on a TV/satellite box To play the
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Setting items Setting details DIGITAL Coax (Coaxial) / Opt ( Defaults The "Input Assign" settings are returned to the default settings. Reset : Reset to the defaults. Cancel : Do not reset to the defaults. If you select "Set Defaults" and press ENTER,
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    settings. • Reset : Reset to the defaults. • Cancel : Do not reset to the defaults. If TUNER / Favorites / Internet Radio / Media Server / Pandora / SiriusXM / Spotify / Flickr / TV AUDIO / M-XPort : Select input source that is compatible with the ARC is connected via the HDMI MONITOR connectors, the input
  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 109
    setting. • To return to the previous item, press o or BACK. • Exiting the Menu, press SETUP while the menu is displayed. The menu display disappears. Items that can be set with the "Speakers" procedure Audyssey® Setup (vpage 23) Manual Setup (vpage 107) Advanced instructions Information 106 DVD
  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 110
    of the distance settings to the factory defaults?" prompt is displayed. Select either "Reset" or "Cancel", and press ENTER. Front L / Front R / Center / Subwoofer / Surround L / Surround R : Select speaker for distance setting. • 0.0ft - 60.0ft / 0.00m - 18.00m : Set the distance. • The speakers
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Setting items Setting details Levels Test Tone Start : Output test tone. Set the volume of the test • Front L / Center / Front R / Surround R / Surround L / Subwoofer : A tone to be the same when it test tone is output from the selected speaker. While
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    . NOTE If "Front" and "Center" for "Speaker Config." are set to "Large", and "Subwoofer Mode" is set to "LFE", no sound may be output from the subwoofers, depending on the input signal or selected sound mode. LPF for LFE : Set LFE signal playback range. Set this when you want to change the playback
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Network To use this unit by connecting it to a home the information about your home network (LAN) such as the gateway address and subnet mask. Menu operation 1 Press SETUP. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Use ui to select the menu to be set or
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    , to the default setting. Setting details • The default Friendly Name on first use is "Marantz NR1504". • Up to 63 characters can be input. • For character input, see page 92. Reset : Reset to the defaults. Cancel : Do not reset to the defaults. When you select "Set Defaults" and press ENTER, the
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    instructions Advanced instructions Use uio p to input the proxy server port number and press ENTER. Setup is complete. Q1 Press i to select "Save", then press ENTER. The not understand about Internet connection, contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider) or the store from which you purchased your
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    receiving maintenance from a Marantz service engineer or custom installer. Ordinarily, this mode isn't suitable for use by the end user, only by a trained service technician or custom installation professional. Setting details NOTE Only use this function if so instructed by a Marantz serviceperson
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions General Make various other settings. Menu operation 1 Press SETUP. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Use ui to select the menu to be set or operated. 3 Press ENTER or p to enter the
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Language Set the language for display on the menu screen. English / Français / Español Setting details Default settings are underlined. "Language" can also be
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Information Show information about receiver settings, input signals, etc. Items Audio Show information about audio input signals. Setting details Sound Mode : The currently set surround mode. Input Signal : The input signal type. Format : The number of
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Usage Data To help us improve our products and customer service, Marantz collects anonymous information about how you use your AV receiver (such as frequently used input sources and sound modes and speaker settings). Marantz will never provide any
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    , check the network environment. General • Information regarding the "Update" function and "Add New Feature" will be announced on the Marantz web site each time related plans are defined. • When usable new firmware is released with "Update" or "Add New Feature", a notification message is displayed
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Information Information Information Here we list other information related to this unit. Please refer to this information as needed. F Part names and functions vpage 120 F Other information vpage 125 F Troubleshooting vpage 132 F Specifications vpage 136 F
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    ( ). Q9 Q8 Q7 Q6 Q5 Q4 Advanced instructions Information q w e r t y u i o Q0 Q1 Q2 Q3 q Power indicator 30) GPower indicator statusH • Power on : Off • Normal standby : Red 73) Q6 Display 121) Q7 Remote control sensor 124) Q8 M-DAX indicator 96) Q9 I NPUT SELECTOR knob 30) 120 DVD
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Display Q0 oi u y t re q w q Information display The input source name, sound mode, setting values and set to "TUNER". STEREO : In FM mode, this lights up when receiving stereo broadcasts. TUNED : Lights up when the broadcast is properly tuned in.
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    Advanced instructions Information q w e r t y q FM/AM antenna terminals (ANTENNA 19) w Analog audio connectors (AUDIO 14, 15, 18) e PRE OUT connectors BOX or other such control devices to control this unit. Q1 REMOTE CONTROL connectors 82) Q2 M-XPort connector 20) NOTE Do not touch
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Remote control unit For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Q0 q SLEEP button 84) w Input source select buttons 30) e SOUND MODE buttons 72) q Q1 • MOVIE button • MUSIC button • GAME button • PURE button Q2
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    instructions Advanced instructions Inserting the batteries Remote control unit Operating range of the remote control unit q Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it. w Load the two batteries properly as indicated by the marks in the battery compartment. Point the remote
  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 128
    instructions Advanced instructions Other information nn Trademark information (vpage 125) nn Surround specifically to AirPlay logo, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • Individual users
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Surround This unit is equipped with a sophisticated digital signal processing circuit that lets you play your favorite movie and music sources and listen to them with a wide range of surround sound mode choices. Sound modes and surround parameters This
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Sound Mode (vpage 72) DIRECT/PURE DIRECT (2-channel)z1 DIRECT/PURE DIRECT (Multi-channel)z1 STEREO MULTI CH IN DOLBY PRO LOGIC g DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL Plus DOLBY TrueHD DTS NEO:6 DTS SURROUND DTS 96/24 DTS-HD DTS Express MULTI CH STEREO VIRTUAL
  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 131
    Basic instructions Advanced instructions nnTypes of input signals, and corresponding sound modes This table shows the input signal that can be played in each sound mode. Check the audio signal of the input source then select the sound mode. Surround Symbols in the table F This indicates the
  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 132
    Basic instructions Relationship between video signals and monitor output Input Output HDMI output Video output HDMI VIDEO Video Menu Video Menu A A A S S A (e.g. VGA). • The network menu is only output to TVs that support HDMI. Advanced instructions Information 129 DVD
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    and frequency response problems in the listening area and also performs a fully automated surround system setup. Auto Lip Sync If you connect the unit to a TV that supports the Auto Lip Sync function, it can automatically correct delay between the audio and video. B Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short
  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 134
    . iTunes supports many main file formats including AAC, WAV, and MP3. L LFE This is an abbreviation of Low Frequency Effect, which is an output channel that emphasizes low frequency effect sound. Surround audio is intensified by outputting 20 Hz to 120 Hz deep bass to the system subwoofer(s). M MAIN
  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 135
    Basic instructions Advanced instructions Troubleshooting If a problem should arise, first check the following: 1. Are the connections correct? 2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner's manual? 3. Are the other devices operating properly? If this unit does not operate properly,
  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 136
    on. Check the power of connected external devices. No sound is • Check if the surround speakers are connected to the SURROUND - produced from terminals. surround speakers. No sound is produced from subwoofer. • Check the subwoofer connections. • Turn on the subwoofer's power. • Set "Speaker
  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 137
    . displayed. • A USB memory device that the set cannot recognize is connected. - This is not a malfunction. Marantz does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate or receive power. • USB memory device is connected via USB hub. Connect the USB - memory device directly to the USB
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    iPhone/iPod touch/iPad to the same network as this unit. • iTunes or the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad do not have firmware that supports AirPlay installed. Update to the latest firmware. No sound. • The volume in iTunes or on the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad is set to the minimum setting. Adjust the volume to
  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 139
    does not flash at intervals of about 1 second, start over from step 1. Specifications nn Audio section • Power amplifier Rated output: Output connectors: • Analog Input sensitivity/Input impedance: Frequency response: S/N: Front: 50 W + 50 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 60 W + 60
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    AirPlay 70, 130 ALAC 130 AM loop antenna 19 App Store 130 ARC 8 Audio 93 Audio Delay 96 Audyssey 97 Audyssey Dynamic EQ 97, 130 Audyssey Dynamic Volume 97, 130 Audyssey MultEQ 97, 130 Audyssey® Setup 23 Auto Lip Sync 100, 130 Auto Preset 43 Auto Standby 115 vvB Bass 95, 109 Bluetooth
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    Speaker Select 98 Spotify 54, 63 Subwoofer 94 Subwoofer Level 94 Subwoofer setting 24 Surr.Parameter 94 sYCC601 color 131 vvT Text Search 65 Tone 95 Tone Control 95 Trademark 125 Treble 95 Troubleshooting 132 Tune Mode 42 Turning off the sound temporarily 31 Turning the power on 30
  • Marantz NR1504 | Owner's Manual in English - Page 142
    instructions Advanced instructions may be used by a user. b. "Author" means the upon the Work and other pre-existing works. d. "Executable Files sale or other limitations on the exclusive rights of the copyright owner and ensure that anyone receiving such Executable Files and MERCHANTABLE QUALITY
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    Basic instructions Advanced instructions 9. Termination. a. This License and the rights granted hereunder will terminate automatically upon any breach by You of any term of this License. Individuals or entities who have received Derivative Works from You under this License, however, will not
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    OWNER the sale, use supporting documentation, and that the name of M.I.T. not be used in advertising or publicity pertaining to distribution of the software without specific Marantz provides the source code based on the GPL and LPGL licenses at the actual cost upon your request to our customer service
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    18 lbs 1 oz (8.2 kg) DVD 17 21/64 (440.0) 13 25/64 (340.0) 2 11/64 (55.0) 1 31/32 (50.0) 37/64 (14.5) 3 9/16 (90.5) 4 9/64 (105.0) 5/8 (16.0) 12 15/16 (328.5) 14 29/64 (367.0) 57/64 (22.5) 2 3/16 (55.5) 8 55/64 (225.0) 1 57/64 (48.0) Basic instructions Advanced instructions Information
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Owner’s Manual
AV Surround Receiver
NR1504