Marantz NR1200 - Network Audio Receiver Quick Start Guide

Before You Begin

Please do not return this unit to the store – call for assistance.
If you need help... :
If you need additional help in solving problems, contact Marantz customer service in your area. www.marantz.com

Required for Setup

Optional

• When connecting this unit to a device that is compatible with the Deep Color, 4K and ARC functions, use a "High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet" that displays the HDMI logo.
• These drawings are for illustrative purposes only and may not represent the actual product(s).

What's In the Box

Important: External Antennas

The removable external antennas are required for both Bluetooth and Wireless network connectivity. Please make sure to connect the antennas before attempting to use the Bluetooth or Wi-Fi features of the NR1200.

Connecting the external antennas for Bluetooth / Wireless connectivity

For each of the two antennas:

1. Place the antenna evenly over the antenna terminal located at the upper left or right corner of the rear panel.
2. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is fully connected. Do not over tighten.
3. Rotate the antenna upwards for the best possible reception.
   

Setup

Installing batteries in the remote control unit

Setup by connecting to TV

1. Place the receiver near your TV and connect the power cord
   
2. Connect the receiver to your home network
   Wired LAN
   Connect an Ethernet cable (not included) between your receiver and your network router.
   
   Wireless LAN
   When connecting to wireless LAN (Wi-Fi), follow the instructions in "Connecting the external antennas for Bluetooth / Wireless connectivity" and connect the antennas.
   
3. Connect the receiver to your TV with an HDMI cable
   
   ARC (Audio Return Channel): If your TV supports ARC, your TV can send audio back to the receiver when you are using your TV's built-in video sources (TV tuner, Smart TV streaming services, etc.) ARC requires that you enable HDMI CEC on your TV. Please refer to your TV's Owner's Manual for instructions on how to setup HDMI CEC. Note that some TV Manufacturers use other names for the HDMI CEC function.
4. Turn on the TV
   
5. Select the appropriate HDMI input on your TV
   
6. Turn on the receiver

• Press to turn on the receiver.
  

7. Verify the connection

• Verify that you can see this screen on your TV.
  
  If this screen is not displayed, please go back and retry the steps again in the recommended sequence.

8. Now TV is connected to the receiver, please follow the on-screen setup assistant
   The Setup Assistant will walk you through connecting and configuring your speakers and components to your Marantz receiver. Please use the remote control and follow the on-screen instructions.
   

Setup without connecting to TV

1. Connecting to speakers
   
2. Connecting to the playback equipment in accordance with instruction on the rear panel
   Ex.) Connecting to CD player
   
3. Connecting to antenna of tuner
   
4. Connecting to an Ethernet cable
   If you want to connect the receiver to your Home Network via Wireless LAN, you can skip this step and go to "5) Connect the power cord".
   
5. Connect the power cord
   
6. Turn on the receiver
   
7. On the display of "Setup on TV", use to select "No", then press ENTER
   
   On-Screen Setup Assistant is cancelled and the receiver is available to use. In addition, the receiver is able to be set up from Setup Menu whenever you want.
8. Connect Wireless LAN
   1. Connect the two antennas.
      When connecting to wireless LAN (Wi-Fi), follow the instructions in "Connecting the external antennas for Bluetooth / Wireless connectivity" and connect the antennas.
      
   2. Press SETUP on the remote control.
      
      You can see the following on the display.
      
   3. Use to select "Network", then press ENTER.
      
   4. Use to select "Connection", then press ENTER.
      
   • "Connection" can't be selected while network module is setting up. Please wait for the completion of this setting up. This might take up to 1 minute.
   5. Select "Connect: Wi-Fi".
      

• If "Connect: Wired" is displayed, press ENTER, use o p to select "Wi-Fi" and press ENTER.

6. Use to select "Wi-Fi Setup", then press ENTER.
   
7. Choose from one of the following options.

Scan Network Select the network from the network list.	Use to select "Scan Network", then press ENTER. Use to select the network, then press ENTER. (Use to select "Rescan" if your network name is not listed.) Use to input password, then select "OK" which is at the end of the character table.
Use iOS Device (iOS version 7 or later) By connecting the receiver with iOS Device (iPhone/ iPod/iPad), the receiver can be connected to the network automatically.	Use to select "Use iOS Device", then press ENTER. Make sure your iOS device is connected to your Wi-Fi Network. Select the network named "Marantz NR1200" from the Settings/Wi-Fi screen on your device. Follow the instructions and tap Next.
WPS Router Use a WPS-compatible router to connect using the push button method.	Use to select "WPS Router", then press ENTER. Switch to the WPS mode by pressing the WPS button of the router you wish to connect to. Use to select Connect, then press ENTER within 2 minutes.
Manual Enter the name (SSID) and password of the network you wish to connect to.	Use to select "Manual", then press ENTER. Use ui to select "SSID" and press ENTER, enter the name (SSID) of the network, then select "OK" which is at the end of the character table. Use to select "Sec" and press ENTER, then use to select the encryption method according to the setting of access point. Use to select "Password" and press ENTER, input password, then select "OK" which is at the end of the character table. Use to select "Connect", then press ENTER.
Confirm "Success" on the display and press SETUP on the remote to exit the menu. Wi-Fi Connected!

The display of inputting characters and how to input

The display is showed as below when the input of SSID or password is required.

1. Shows a current selected character.
2. Shows current input text.

How to input

The characters are arranged as shown in the below tables. The Upper case / Lower case is switched by selecting [a/A].

1. Use to select the character to be input.
2. Press ENTER to input the selected character.

Lower case characters

Upper case characters

Example
Input the "A".

1. Press four times. [a] is changed to [a/A].
   
2. Press ENTER. Character table is switched.
   
3. Press four times. [a/A] is changed to [A].
   
4. Press ENTER. "A" is input.
   

9. Network Control Setting
   Setting the Network Control to on enabled to control your receiver using smartphone apps, home automation system, Apple AirPlay or Amazon Alexa voice service.
   1. Press SETUP on the remote control.
      
      You can see the following on the display.
      
   2. Use to select "Network", then press ENTER.
      
   3. Use to select "Network Control", then press ENTER.
      
   4. Press ENTER, then use to set the Network Control setting, after that press ENTER again.
      
      Select "NetCtrl" (Network Control) to "Off" to reduce the power consumption during standby. You can not turn on your receiver from your smartphone or use Bluetooth/Apple AirPlay/HEOS App/Amazon Alexa until your receiver is powered on manually and connects to your network.
      
      Select "NetCtrl" (Network Control) to "Always" to control your receiver from your smartphone, use Bluetooth/Apple AirPlay/HEOS App/Amazon Alexa voice service and maintain constant network access. Power consumption during standby power will be slightly higher.
   5. Press SETUP to exit the setup menu.

Downloading the Mobile Apps

Download both the "HEOS" App and the "Marantz 2016 AVR Remote" App for the full home entertainment experience.
The HEOS App is required to access online music through your AVR.

HEOS

The HEOS App allows you to explore, browse, and play music from many online streaming services or from your own music library.

Marantz 2016 AVR Remote

Control your new AVR with the latest Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App. Volume control, sound mode selection and advanced settings are always only a tap away.

• For more information, visit www.marantz.com

Documents / Resources

References

• App Store - Apple
• Google Play

Download manual

Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.

Download Marantz NR1200 - Network Audio Receiver Quick Start Guide