Introduction; Features - Marantz ZS5300 User Manual

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Marantz ZS5300 Multi
Zone Selector Amplifier.
This remarkable component has been engineered to
provide you with many years of whole house audio
enjoyment.
Please take a few minutes to read this manual
thoroughly before you connect and operate the
ZS5300.
As there are a number of connection and
configurations options, you are encouraged to
discuss your own particular multi zone setup with
your Marantz AN specialist dealer.
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Features
ZS5300 is a 2ch x 3 zones amplifier with Multi-Zonel
Source selector.
• All channels identically designed, complete
discrete construction class-O power amplifier.
To maximize sound performance, a large R-core
power transformer is used.
The power amplifier is designed using discrete,
c1ass-D amplifier construction for all 6 channels.
This assures that the channels are the same
quality and power.
• 3 zone control function
Combining this unit and a keypad, you can
construct a multi-zone system which can control
up to 3 zones.
• 10 selector switch which allows for zone
expansion
This unit can be connected in cascade by changing
the ID switch on the rear panel. Up to 3 units can
be connected so the zone system can be
expanded up to 9 zones.
• Power save function by independent power
control
This unit can control the power onloff for each
zone. The power for the un-used zone can be
turned off for power saving capability.
• Party mode
You can direct the same source to all the zones
simultaneously. This is terrific for events like
entertaining. In addition you can control volume
and muting capability.
• Banana plug compatible speaker terminal
The speaker terminals can be connected with
banana plugs directly as well as traditional
speaker cable.