Marantz HD-AMP1 Owner's Manual
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Integrated Amplifier

HD-AMP1
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  • Page 1: Integrated Amplifier

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Integrated Amplifier HD-AMP1 You can print more than one page of a PDF onto a single sheet of paper. Owner’s Manual Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    High performance Connecting devices with remote control connectors Easy operation Performing operations by RC on this unit without visual contact Part names and functions Remotely connecting Marantz audio devices Front panel Connecting the power cord Display Rear panel Remote control unit...
  • Page 3: Display's Brightness

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback Settings Basic operation Menu map Turning the power on Menu operation Selecting the input source S. Direct Adjusting the volume Bass Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) Treble Switching the display’s brightness Balance Using as a D/A converter Filter Connecting and playing back from a computer (USB-DAC)
  • Page 4 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips Contents Tips Troubleshooting Appendix Playing back a USB memory devices Playback order of files About folders and files How to handle media D/A converter Explanation of terms Trademark information Specifications Index Front panel Display Rear panel Remote...
  • Page 5: Connections

    Playback Settings Tips Appendix Thank you for purchasing this Marantz product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference. Accessories Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
  • Page 6: About The Remote Control

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix About the remote control Inserting the batteries NOTE 0 To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid: A Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it. 0 Do not use a new battery together with an old one. 0 Do not use two different types of batteries.
  • Page 7: Main Features

    This unit is equipped with oversampling and digital filter functions using Large-capacitance block capacitor an original algorithm created by Marantz. The unit supports PCM signal. A large capacitance 3,300 μF capacitor carefully selected for its Toggle between the two types to suit your preferences.
  • Page 8: Dsd

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix High performance Easy operation Equipped with a USB-DAC function to support playback of high- iPod ® auto detect charges your device even after the unit resolution sound sources switches to standby mode (v p. 22) This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as Equipped with auto standby mode function that reduces power DSD (2.8/5.6/11.2 MHz) and PCM files up to 384 kHz/32 bits.
  • Page 9: Part Names And Functions

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Part names and functions For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Front panel A Power operation button (X) C Input source select knob (INPUT SELECTOR) This turns the power on/off (standby). (v p. 27) These select the input source.
  • Page 10 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix F SETUP button Used to set up this unit. G Remote control sensor This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 6) H Display off indicator (DISPLAY) This indicator lights up when the display is off. (v p. 29) I USB port (T) Used to connect iPod or USB memory devices.
  • Page 11 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Display The input source name, sampling frequency, setting values and other information are displayed here. o D/A converter display o iPod/USB playback indicator A Input source indicator C Information display This indicator displays the selected input source (USB-DAC/COAX/ This indicator displays the track information, etc.
  • Page 12 E Remote control input/output connectors (REMOTE CONTROL IN/OUT) Used to connect a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier. (v p. 19) Used to connect to a Marantz audio device that is compatible with the C Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS) remote control function. (v p. 24) Used to connect speakers.
  • Page 13 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Remote control unit A DIMMER button Adjust the display brightness of this unit. (v p. 29) B Input source select buttons DIMMER POWER These select the input source. (v p. 28) C Skip buttons (8, 9) OPT 1 OPT 2 COAX...
  • Page 14 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix F Information button (INFO) This switches display items such as the album name and title name in the playback screen. “Setting operation mode (On-Display mode)” (v p. 43) DIMMER POWER “Playing files stored on USB memory devices” (v p. 47) G Cursor buttons (uio p) OPT 1 OPT 2...
  • Page 15 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix K REPEAT button (L) Switches the repeat playback. iPod:“Performing repeat playback” (v p. 44) DIMMER POWER USB:“Performing repeat playback” (v p. 48) L Stop button (2) OPT 1 OPT 2 COAX Stops playback. ANALOG 1 ANALOG 2 iPod/USB “Setting operation mode (On-Display mode)”...
  • Page 16: Cables Used For Connections

    Contents Connections Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents o Cables used for connections Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to connect. Connecting speakers Connecting an audio playback device Connecting a PC or Mac Speaker cable Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port Connecting devices with remote control connectors Connecting the power cord Audio cable...
  • Page 17: Connecting Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting speakers NOTE Insert the speaker cable’s core wire to all the way into 0 Disconnect this unit’s power plug from the power outlet before connecting the the speaker terminal. speakers. 0 Connect so that the speaker cable core wires do not protrude from the speaker terminal.
  • Page 18 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Spade lug connector Banana plug NOTE 0 When using banana plugs, rotate the terminals clockwise to tighten them before inserting the banana plugs. Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 19: Speaker Connection

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Speaker connection Subwoofer Speakers AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT ANALOG1 ANALOG1 ANALOG2 ANALOG2 WOOFER WOOFER AC IN AC IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN COAXIAL COAXIAL REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL OPTICAL OPTICAL USB-DAC...
  • Page 20: Connecting An Audio Playback Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting an audio playback device Connect the AUDIO IN or DIGITAL AUDIO IN to an audio playback device (CD player, Digital device, etc...) using the appropriate cables. Digital device Analog device AUDIO COAXIAL OPTICAL AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT...
  • Page 21: Connecting A Pc Or Mac

    USB-DAC 0 Before USB connecting this unit to your computer, install the driver software in your computer. (v p. 31) 0 Download the driver software from the HD-AMP1 page of the Marantz website. NOTE 0 Use a cable that is 10 ft (3 m) or less to connect to the computer.
  • Page 22: Ipod

    USB memory device 0 Marantz does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate or receive power. When using a portable USB hard disk drive (HDD) which came with an AC adapter, use that device’s supplied AC adapter. NOTE 0 USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub.
  • Page 23 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Supported iPod/iPhone models • iPod classic • iPod nano • iPod touch • iPhone Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 24: Connecting Devices With Remote Control Connectors

    You can connect an external IR receiver to the REMOTE CONTROL You can transmit remote control signals simply by connecting a Marantz connectors to perform operations on this unit with the supplied remote audio device to the REMOTE CONTROL IN/OUT connectors using the control unit without visual contact.
  • Page 25: Connecting The Power Cord

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting the power cord Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord. AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT WOOFER WOOFER AC IN AC IN REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL To household power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Power cord (supplied) Front panel...
  • Page 26 Contents Connections Playback Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents Turning the power on Using as a D/A converter Selecting the input source Playing back an iPod Adjusting the volume Playing a USB memory device Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) Playing audio from devices connected to the ANALOG connector Switching the display’s brightness Front panel...
  • Page 27: Basic Operation

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Basic operation Turning the power on Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. DIMMER POWER The power indicator turns off. Input source o Switching the power to standby select buttons Press POWER X. The unit switches to standby mode.
  • Page 28: Selecting The Input Source

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Selecting the input source Adjusting the volume Press the input source select button to be played back. Press VOLUME df to adjust the volume. USB-DAC: Plays back audio files on the computer. 0 You can also adjust the master volume by turning VOLUME on the main unit. Plays back the device connected to the COAX: COAXIAL connector.
  • Page 29: Switching The Display's Brightness

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Switching the display’s brightness The display brightness can be adjusted between four levels. Switching the display off reduces a source of noise that affects sound quality, enabling higher sound quality playback. Press DIMMER. 0 When the display is turned off, the display off indicator lights up. 0 The brightness of the display can also be switched in the setting menu on the display of the main unit.
  • Page 30: Using As A D/A Converter

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Using as a D/A converter Digital audio signals input from an external device or computer into this unit can be converted and output as analog signals using this unit’s D/A converter. (D/A converter function) DSD is a registered trademark.
  • Page 31: Connecting And Playing Back From A Computer (Usb-Dac)

    USB and restart the computer. USB 2.0: USB High speed/USB Audio Class Ver.2.0 Download the dedicated driver from the “Download” section of the HD-AMP1 page of the Marantz website NOTE onto your PC. 0 This unit was checked the operation using the system requirements by us, but it does not guarantee the operation of all systems.
  • Page 32 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Install the driver. C The wizard menu is displayed. Click “Next”. A Select the language to use for the installation. B Click “OK”. Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 33 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix D Read the Software Licensing Agreement, and click “I accept the F Click “Install” on the installation start dialog. terms of the License Agreement”. The installation starts. Do not perform any operation on the PC E Click “Next”.
  • Page 34 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix G Click “Next”. H When the installation is completed, click “Finish”. Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 35 C Check that there is a checkmark next to “Default Device” under in For the connection procedure, refer to the “Connecting a PC or “HD-AMP1” of the “Playback” tab. Mac” section. (v p. 21) When there is a checkmark for a different device, click HD- AMP1 and “Set Default”.
  • Page 36 C Select the sampling rate and bit rate to be applied to the D/A from the USB-DAC function. converter. A Select “HD-AMP1” and click “Properties”. It is recommended that “2 channel, 24 bit, 192000 Hz (Studio Quality)” is selected (Windows 7).
  • Page 37 0 Operation may fail in some PC hardware and software configurations. 0 Please see the FAQ at www.marantz.com if you experience any issues getting audio to play from your computer through the this unit. You may also want to check the support pages for your audio player application.
  • Page 38 Playback Settings Tips Appendix D Select the “HD-AMP1” format. o Audio Device Settings (Mac OS X only) It is normally recommended to set the format to “384000.0 Hz” and “2ch-32 bit Interger”. A Move the cursor to “Go” on the computer screen, and then click “Utilities”.
  • Page 39 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Playback NOTE 0 Perform operations such as playback and pause on the computer. At this time, you Install the desired player software on your computer beforehand. cannot perform operations with buttons on this unit or the remote control. Use the rear panel USB-DAC port to connect this unit to a computer.
  • Page 40: Connect And Playback From A Digital Device (Coax/Opt1/Opt2)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Specifications of supported audio formats Connect and playback from a digital device (COAX/OPT1/OPT2) See “D/A converter” (v p. 68). NOTE Press COAX, OPT1 or OPT2 to switch the input source 0 Do not input non-PCM signals, such as Dolby Digital, and DTS. This causes noise to “COAX”, “OPT1”...
  • Page 41: Playing Back An Ipod

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back an iPod You can use the USB cable provided with the iPod to connect the iPod with the unit’s USB port and enjoy music stored on the iPod. For information on the iPod models that can be played back with this unit, see “Supported iPod/iPhone models”...
  • Page 42: Playing An Ipod

    NOTE Connect the iPod to the USB port. (v p. 22) 0 Marantz will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any loss of iPod data. “From iPod” is displayed on the display of this unit. 0 Depending on the type of iPod and the software version, some functions may not operate.
  • Page 43: Setting Operation Mode (On-Display Mode)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o iPod operation Setting operation mode (On-Display mode) Operation buttons Function Setting iPod operation mode In this mode, various lists and screens during playback on the iPod are MODE Switching between “From iPod” or “On- displayed on this unit.
  • Page 44: Performing Repeat Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Performing repeat playback Performing random playback Press REPEAT L. Press RANDOM P. The current repeat play mode is indicated in the display first. The current random play mode is indicated in the display first. The repeat playback mode is switched each time the button is The random playback mode is switched each time the button is pressed.
  • Page 45: Playing A Usb Memory Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing a USB memory device Playing back music stored on a USB memory device. Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage class standards can be played on this unit. This unit is compatible with USB memory devices in “FAT16” or POWER “FAT32”...
  • Page 46: About The Display

    Doing so may damage the USB memory device, or may corrupt the files recorded on the USB memory device. 0 Note that Marantz will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems Use ui to select the file, then press ENTER.
  • Page 47 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o USB operation o Files that can be played back See “Playing back a USB memory devices” (v p. 65). Operation buttons Function Switch to Folder playback mode o Switching the display MODE Switching between “Folder” or “All” mode. During playback, press INFO.
  • Page 48: Performing Repeat Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Performing repeat playback Performing random playback Press REPEAT L. Press RANDOM P. The current repeat play mode is indicated in the display first. The current random play mode is indicated in the display first. The repeat playback mode is switched each time the button is The random playback mode is switched each time the button is pressed.
  • Page 49: Connector

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing audio from devices connected to the ANALOG connector Press “ANALOG1” or “ANALOG2” to select AUDIO IN. Play the component connected to this unit. ANALOG1 ANALOG2 Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 50: Menu Map

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Settings Tips Appendix Menu map By default, this unit has recommended settings defined. You can customize this unit based on your existing system and your preferences. Setting items Description Page S.Direct Sets the tone adjustment. (Source Direct) Bass Adjusts the bass sound.
  • Page 51: Menu Operation

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Menu operation Press SETUP to select the menu to be set. Each time you press SETUP, the setting item changes. Use o p to change to desired setting. You can also change the setting by turning INPUT SELECTOR on the main unit.
  • Page 52: S. Direct

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix S. Direct Treble Set whether to adjust the tone. Adjusts the treble sound. Off: Adjusting the tone. –8dB – +8dB (Default : 0dB) Tone is not adjusted. Tone adjustments (Default): (Bass, Treble, Balance) are disabled. Balance 0 “S.Direct”...
  • Page 53: Filter

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Filter H/P Gain This unit is equipped with a sound quality adjusting function which allows Set the gain of the headphone amplifier. Set this according to the users to enjoy the desired playback sound quality. The unit supports PCM impedance of the connected headphones.
  • Page 54: Dimmer

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Dimmer AutoStby This switches the brightness of the display. When this unit is in the stop state and there is no input signal and operation for 30 minutes, it automatically enters the standby mode. Off: Turns the display off.
  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Tips Appendix Contents o Tips o Troubleshooting I want to enjoy analog output audio at higher quality Power does not turn on / Power is turned off I want to playback just the specified folder Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit I want to delete the resume information for playback of a USB memory Display on this unit shows nothing...
  • Page 56: Tips

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips I want to enjoy analog output audio at higher quality Press the DIMMER button to turn the display off. (v p. 29) I want to playback just the specified folder Press the MODE button to set the playback mode to “Folder”. (v p. 46) I want to delete the resume information for playback of a USB memory device In the stop mode, press the 2 button.
  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Troubleshooting 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, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist, there may be a malfunction.
  • Page 58: Appendix

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Symptom Cause / Solution Page Power turns off and the The USB memory device is not supported. Please use a USB memory device with an operating current - standby indicator flashes in that is less than 1A. red approx.
  • Page 59: Appendix

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit Symptom Cause / Solution Page Operations cannot be Batteries are worn out. Replace with new batteries. performed through the Operate the remote control unit within a distance of about 23 ft/7 m from this unit and at an angle of within remote control unit.
  • Page 60: Appendix

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o No sound comes out Symptom Cause / Solution Page No sound is produced. Or Check the connections for all devices. sound is distorted. Insert connection cables all the way in. - Check cables for damage. -...
  • Page 61: Appendix

    “Unsupported” is displayed when audio signals that are not supported by this unit are input. Check the displayed. settings on your computer or player software. If the computer you use is “Mac OS”, please check if the “HD-AMP1” format is set below “384000.0 Hz” using the “Audio MIDI Setup”. Front panel...
  • Page 62: Appendix

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Audio from digital devices cannot be played back (Coaxial/Optical) Symptom Cause / Solution Page “Unlocked” is displayed. When digital audio signals cannot be detected properly, “Unlocked” is displayed. “Unsupported” is “Unsupported” is displayed when audio signals that are not supported by this unit are input. Check the displayed.
  • Page 63: Appendix

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o USB memory devices cannot be played back Symptom Cause / Solution Page “No USB Device”, “Error 1”, This unit may not recognize the USB memory device due to poor connection, etc. Make sure that the “Error 3”...
  • Page 64: Appendix

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o File names on the iPod/USB memory device are not displayed properly Symptom Cause / Solution Page The file names are not Characters that cannot be displayed have been used. On this unit, characters that cannot be displayed -...
  • Page 65: Playing Back A Usb Memory Devices

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Appendix Playing back a USB memory devices o USB-compatible file systems Sampling Bit rate Extension frequency length FAT16 or FAT32 32/44.1/48/ 16/24 If the USB memory device is divided into multiple partitions, only the 88.2/96/176.4/ –...
  • Page 66: Playback Order Of Files

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Maximum number of playable files and folders Playback order of files Number of files : 2,000 If there are multiple folders containing music files, the files are played in Number of folders : 200 order of folder name.
  • Page 67: About Folders And Files

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix About folders and files How to handle media Music files recorded on a USB memory device are divided into large Do not eject a USB memory device or turn off the unit while a USB segments (folders) and small segments (files).
  • Page 68: D/A Converter

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix D/A converter o Specifications of supported audio formats n USB-DAC Sampling frequency Bit length DSD (2-channel) 2.8/5.6/11.2 MHz 1 bit 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/ Linear PCM (2-channel) 16/24/32 bits 192/352.8/384 kHz n Coaxial/Optical Sampling frequency Bit length 32/44.1/48/64/88.2/96/ Linear PCM (2-channel) 16/24 bits...
  • Page 69: Explanation Of Terms

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Explanation of terms ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) This is a codec for lossless audio compression method developed by FLAC stands for Free lossless Audio Codec, and is a lossless free audio Apple Inc.
  • Page 70 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix WMA (Windows Media Audio) Dynamic range This is the audio compression technology developed by Microsoft The difference between the maximum undistorted sound level and the Corporation. minimum discernible level above the noise emitted by the device. WMA data can be encoded using Windows Media ®...
  • Page 71: Trademark Information

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Trademark information “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, Adobe, the Adobe logo and Reader are either registered trademarks or respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or performance standards.
  • Page 72: Specifications

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Specifications o Audio performance Rated output: 35 W + 35 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD+N 0.1 %) Dynamic power: 70 W + 70 W (4 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD+N 0.1 %) Output connectors: Speaker: 4-16 Ω/ohms (impedance) Compatible with headphones/stereo headphones...
  • Page 73 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Analog input Input sensitivity/impedance: 200 mVrms/22 kΩ/kohms Digital input Coaxial: 0.5 Vp-p / 75 Ω/ohms Optical : –27 dBm or lator USB (Front): USB Type A (USB 2.0 High speed) USB (Rear): USB Type B (USB 2.0 High speed) o General Power supply voltage/frequency: AC120 V, 60 Hz...
  • Page 74 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dimensions (Unit : in. (mm)) 12 (304) 1 7/8 8 3/8 (210) 1 7/8 (47) (47) o Weight : 12 lbs 13 oz (5.8 kg) Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 75: Index

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Index PC ..............21 D/A converter function ......30, 68 Random playback ........44, 48 Display’s brightness ........29 Rear panel ............12 DSD ............68, 69 Remote control connection ......24 Remote control unit ........13 Repeat playback ........
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