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Marantz LINK 10n Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Streaming Preamplifier Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connections Accessories Inserting the batteries Connecting an amplifier Operating range of the remote control unit Connecting the subwoofer Part names and functions Connecting a playback device Front panel Connecting a TV Rear panel Connecting this unit to the HDMI ARC terminal on a TV Remote control unit Connecting this unit to the Optical or Coaxial terminal on a TV Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors...
  • Page 3 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback Getting the HEOS app Setting up the HEOS app for the first time with a HEOS Built-in Basic operation device Turning the power on Adding the registration of HEOS Built-in devices in the HEOS app Switching the power to standby HEOS Account Selecting the input source...
  • Page 4 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Settings Convenience functions Playing back HEOS Favorites Menu map Adding to HEOS Favorites Menu operation Deleting a HEOS Favorites Audio Adjusting the tone and balance Filter Playback in source direct mode Dither Switching the display’s brightness Noise Shaper Turning the illumination and display on/off Preamp Out...
  • Page 5 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips Network Network Information Tips Wi-Fi Troubleshooting Bluetooth Power does not turn on / Power is turned off Network Control Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit AirPlay Setup Display on this unit shows nothing Connecting to the network by using the WPS button on the router No sound comes out...
  • Page 6 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Resetting network settings Factory Restore Appendix Playing back a USB flash drives Digital input Playing back a Bluetooth device Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS Playing back Internet Radio Last function memory About HDMI Explanation of terms Trademark information...
  • Page 7 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 included with the product.

  • Page 8: Inserting The Batteries

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Inserting the batteries NOTE 0 To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid: 0 Do not use a new battery together with an old one. Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and 0 Do not use two different types of batteries.

  • Page 9: Part Names And Functions

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Part names and functions Front panel For details, see the next page. Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...
  • Page 10 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix C INPUT selector knob This selects the input source. (v p. 43) D Information button ( ) This switches the contents information shown in the display during playback. E System buttons These perform playback related operations. Play/Pause button (p) Press this button to pause during playback.
  • Page 11 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix J VOLUME knob These adjust the volume level. (v p. 43) K Favorites button ( This allows you to call “HEOS Favorites” registered content. (v p. 88) L Headphones jack Used to connect headphones. When the headphones are plugged into this jack, audio will no longer be output from the PREAMP OUT connectors.

  • Page 12: Rear Panel

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Rear panel Q1 Q2 For details, see the next page. Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...
  • Page 13 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix u i o q B LINE OUT connectors Used to connect devices equipped with analog audio inputs connectors. (v p. 22) C USB port (T) This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB flash drives). (v p.
  • Page 14 Used to connect a control box, etc. (v p. 37) L REMOTE CONTROL connectors Used to connect to a Marantz audio device that is compatible with the 0 When connecting a subwoofer, also consult the subwoofer instruction manual. remote control function. (v p. 38)

  • Page 15: Remote Control Unit

    Playback Settings Tips Appendix Remote control unit The remote control provided with this unit can control a Marantz amplifier and SACD player. “Amplifier operations” (v p. 19) “SACD player operations” (v p. 20) o Operating this unit To operate this unit, press LINK button to switch the remote control operating mode to this unit.
  • Page 16 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix D System buttons These perform playback related operations. Play/Pause button (p) Press this button to pause during playback. If pressed while paused or stopped, resumes playback. Forward-skip button (j) Press this button during playback to play the next track. Reverse-skip button (k) Press this button during playback to restart the current track or play the previous track.
  • Page 17 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix I BACK button Returns to the previous item. J SMART SELECT buttons (1 - 4) These call up settings registered to each button, such as input source, volume level, source direct settings and tone settings in the option menu.
  • Page 18 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix P OPTION button This displays the option menu on the display. 0 An option menu is not displayed for some input sources. Q SETUP button The setting menu is displayed on the display. (v p. 96) R Random button (s) Switches the random playback.

  • Page 19: Amplifier Operations

    Settings Tips Appendix o Amplifier operations A Marantz amplifier can be operated. To operate amplifier, press AMP button to switch the remote control to the amplifier operation mode. A Remote mode select button (AMP) B Input source select buttons (PHONO/LINE/BAL)
  • Page 20 Settings Tips Appendix o SACD player operations A Marantz SACD player can be operated. To operate SACD player, press SACD button to switch the remote control to the SACD player operation mode. Q1 1 A Remote mode select button (SACD)

  • Page 21: Cables Used For Connections

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents o Cables used for connections Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to Connecting an amplifier connect. Connecting the subwoofer Connecting a playback device Audio cable (included) Connecting a TV Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors Balance cable (not included)

  • Page 22: Connecting An Amplifier

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting an amplifier Connect the amplifier to the LINE OUT connectors of this unit. You can also use this unit as a pre-amplifier by connecting a power amplifier to the PREAMP OUT connectors. Power Amplifier Amplifier AUDIO...

  • Page 23: About Balanced Connectors

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o About balanced connectors o Phases of the balanced connectors This unit has both unbalanced and balanced connectors. The The XLR connector is internally wired in either of the following two balanced connectors have three pins, making it possible to transmit systems.

  • Page 24: Connecting The Subwoofer

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting the subwoofer Use a subwoofer cable to connect the subwoofer. Subwoofer Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...

  • Page 25: Connecting A Playback Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a playback device You can connect turntables and CD players to this unit. Set the phono equalizer of this unit in the “Phono” section of the setting menu according to the type of turntable cartridge to be connected. (v p. 100) If you set this unit’s input source to “Phono”...
  • Page 26 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o About balanced connectors o Phases of the balanced connectors This unit has both unbalanced and balanced connectors. The The XLR connector is internally wired in either of the following two balanced connectors have three pins, making it possible to transmit systems.
  • Page 27 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a TV This unit can be connected to a TV for high-quality playback of the TV audio. Connecting this unit to the HDMI ARC terminal on a TV If the HDMI terminal on your TV supports ARC, connect with HDMI. HDMI (ARC) Remote control...

  • Page 28: Specifications Of Supported Audio Formats

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 0 When connecting a TV to this unit, turn off the audio output of the TV’s internal speakers. See the owner’s manual of your TV for details. 0 When connecting the HDMI (ARC) terminal of this device to your TV, connect it to the HDMI input terminal of your TV that supports the ARC function. 0 When connecting to a TV that does not support the ARC function, use an Optical connection or a Coaxial connection to play the TV audio.
  • Page 29 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting this unit to the Optical or Coaxial terminal on a TV If the HDMI terminal on your TV does not support ARC or your TV does not have any HDMI terminals, connect with an optical cable or a coaxial digital cable.
  • Page 30 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 0 When connecting a TV to this unit, turn off the audio output of the TV’s internal speakers. See the owner’s manual of your TV for details. NOTE 0 Linear PCM signals with a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, or 192 kHz can be input into this unit. 0 Do not input non-PCM signals, such as Dolby Digital, DTS and AAC.

  • Page 31: Connecting To A Device With Digital Audio Input Connectors

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors You can enjoy digital audio playback by connecting an amplifier or D/A converter that has a digital audio connector to this unit. Amplifier / D/A converter COAXIAL OPTICAL NOTE...

  • Page 32: Connecting To A Device With Digital Audio Output Connectors

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting to a device with digital audio output connectors Use this connection to input digital audio signals to this unit, and convert the signals for playback using the D/A converter of this unit. (v p. 70) CD transport / Digital device COAXIAL...

  • Page 33: Connecting A Pc Or Mac

    0 Before USB connecting this unit to your computer, install the driver software in your computer. (v p. 72) 0 Download the driver software from the LINK 10n page of the Marantz website. 0 Use a cable that is 10 ft (3 m) or less to connect to the computer.
  • Page 34 For operating instructions see “Playing a USB flash drive” (v p. 50). USB flash drive 0 Marantz does not guarantee that all USB flash drives will operate or receive power. When using a portable USB hard disk drive (HDD) which came with an AC adapter, use that device’s included AC adapter.

  • Page 35: Connecting To A Home Network (Lan)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting to a home network (LAN) This unit can connect to a network using a wired LAN or wireless LAN. Wired LAN You can connect this unit to your home network (LAN) to enable various types of playback and operations as described below.

  • Page 36: Wireless Lan

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Wireless LAN 0 When using this unit, we recommend you use a router equipped with the following When connecting to the network via wireless LAN, connect the external functions: antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity connection to the rear panel 0 Built-in DHCP server and stand them upright.

  • Page 37: Connecting An External Control Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting an external control device FLASHER IN jack This unit can be controlled by connecting a control box or other control device to this unit. Control box control device Signal Monaural mini-plug cable (not included) 0 To use the FLASHER IN jack, set the EXTERNAL/INTERNAL switch to “INTERNAL”.

  • Page 38: Remote Control Connectors

    Setting For the best way to adjust the the volume using the HDMI ARC 0 You can also use the power linkage function by combining this unit with a Marantz function of the TV, configure the following settings. amplifier.
  • Page 39 Tips Appendix NOTE This unit 0 When connecting a Marantz amplifier that does not have the EXTERNAL/ INTERNAL switch on the rear panel, configure the following settings. 1. Turn the EXTERNAL/INTERNAL switch on this unit to “EXTERNAL”. 0 This setting will disable remote sensor reception of this unit.

  • Page 40: Connecting The Power Cord

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting the power cord After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet. To household power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Power cord (included) Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...
  • Page 41 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents Playback a device Basic operation Playing a USB flash drive Turning the power on Listening to music on a Bluetooth device Switching the power to standby Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones Selecting the input source Playing digital input Adjusting the volume...

  • Page 42: Basic Operation

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Basic operation Turning the power on Press X to turn on power to the unit. Input source select buttons 0 You can also press X on the main unit to turn on power from standby mode. 0 You can also press p to turn on power from standby mode.

  • Page 43: Selecting The Input Source

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Selecting the input source Adjusting the volume Adjusts the volume of the audio signal output from the PREAMP OUT Press the input source select button to be played back. connectors and the headphones jack. The selected input source appears on the display.

  • Page 44: Turning Off The Sound Temporarily (Muting)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) Mute the audio signal output from the PREAMP OUT connectors and the headphones jack. Press :. “Mute” is displayed on the display. 0 To cancel mute, either adjust the sound volume or press : again. 0 You can mute the audio signal output from the PREAMP OUT connectors when “Preamp Out”...

  • Page 45: Listening To Internet Radio

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to Internet Radio Internet Radio refers to radio broadcasts distributed over the Internet. Internet Radio stations from around the world can be received. The Internet Radio station list on this unit the database service provided ( HEOS Music ) by TuneIn Radio service.
  • Page 46 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to Internet Radio 0 Any characters that cannot be displayed are replaced with “T”. Press INTERNET RADIO. NOTE You can also press R (HEOS Music). Use Cursor Up/Down 0 The radio station database service may be suspended or be otherwise unavailable buttons to select “Internet Radio”, then press ENTER.

  • Page 47: Playing Back Files Stored On Pc Or Nas

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back files stored on PC or NAS This unit can play back music files and playlists (m3u, wpl) from DLNA compatible servers including PCs and NAS devices on your network. The audio format types and specifications supported by this unit for ( HEOS Music ) playback are as follows.
  • Page 48 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back files stored on PC or NAS Browse the music on your PC/NAS and select something to play. Use this procedure to play music files or playlists stored on DLNA files servers on your local network. Press R (HEOS Music).
  • Page 49 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Use Cursor Up/Down buttons to select the “Play Now” NOTE or “Play Now & Replace Queue”, then press ENTER. 0 When playing back music files with your PC or NAS connected through wireless Playback starts. LAN, audio may be interrupted depending on your wireless LAN environment.

  • Page 50: Playing A Usb Flash Drive

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing a USB flash drive Playing back music files stored on a USB flash drive. Only USB flash drives conforming to mass storage class standards can be played on this unit. ( HEOS Music ) This unit is compatible with USB flash drives in “FAT32”...
  • Page 51 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing files stored on USB flash drives Browse the music on your USB flash drive and select something to play. Insert the USB flash drive into the USB port. Press USB to switch the input source to “USB Music”. 0 When you select something to play you will be asked how you want to queue up your music.
  • Page 52 INFO screen NOTE 0 Note that Marantz will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising with the data on a USB flash drive when using this unit in conjunction with the USB flash drive. 0 When a USB flash drive is connected to this unit, the unit loads all of the files on the USB flash drive.

  • Page 53: Listening To Music On A Bluetooth Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to music on a Bluetooth device Music files stored on Bluetooth devices such as smartphones, digital music players, etc. can be enjoyed on this unit by pairing and connecting this unit with the Bluetooth device. Communication is possible up to a range of about 98.4 ft/30 m.
  • Page 54 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to music on a Bluetooth Select this unit when its name appears in the list of device devices displayed on the screen of the Bluetooth device. In order to enjoy music from a Bluetooth device on this unit, the Bluetooth Perform the connection with the Bluetooth device close to the unit device must first be paired with this unit.

  • Page 55: Pairing With Other Bluetooth Devices

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Pairing with other Bluetooth devices NOTE 0 To operate the Bluetooth device with the remote control of this unit, the Bluetooth Pair a Bluetooth device with this unit. device needs to support the AVRCP profile. 0 The remote control of this unit is not guaranteed to work with all Bluetooth devices.

  • Page 56: Reconnecting To This Unit From A Bluetooth Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device After pairing is completed, the Bluetooth device can be connected without performing any operations on this unit. This operation also needs to be performed when switching the Bluetooth device for playback.
  • Page 57 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones You can listen to the sounds that are played back in this device from Bluetooth headphones. Output audio from connected speakers and Bluetooth headphones simultaneously, or only using Bluetooth headphones. Output Mode: HP+ Speakers Output Mode: Headphones NOTE...
  • Page 58 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to audio on Bluetooth Enter pairing mode on the Bluetooth headphones you headphones want to connect to this unit. Select “Devices” and select the name of the Bluetooth Set “Headphone” to “On” from the “Network” - headphones from the device list.
  • Page 59 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 0 A2DP profile-compatible Bluetooth speakers can be connected following the same steps used to connect Bluetooth headphones. Follow any of the steps below to reconnect the most recently used Bluetooth headphones: NOTE Reconnect to this unit with Bluetooth headphone's reconnect function.

  • Page 60: Getting The Heos App

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Getting the HEOS app You can use many online music streaming services from the HEOS app. Depending upon your geographical location, there are several options to choose from. Download the HEOS app for iOS or Android by searching App Store, Google Play store or Amazon Appstore for “HEOS”. 0 Specifications of the HEOS app may be changed without prior notice for improvement purposes.
  • Page 61 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setting up the HEOS app for the first Make sure your mobile device is connected to your time with a HEOS Built-in device wireless network (the network you want to connect to this device). Once you have placed this unit in your listening room and have You can check this in the “Settings”...
  • Page 62 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Adding wireless HEOS Built-in devices Adding the registration of HEOS Built- in devices in the HEOS app You can add additional wireless HEOS Built-in devices to your HEOS system by selecting “Add Device” from the HEOS app’s settings menu and follow the instructions: The HEOS system is a true multiroom audio system that automatically synchronizes audio playback between multiple HEOS Built-in devices so...
  • Page 63 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Signing up for a HEOS Account HEOS Account You will be instructed to signup for a HEOS Account the first time you HEOS Accounts can be registered by tapping “Home” tab - “Settings” icon try to access any music service from the main “Home”...

  • Page 64: Playing From Streaming Music Services

    Some services may be added or discontinued from time to time based on decisions of the music service providers or others. o Selecting a room/device Tap the “Rooms” tab. Select “Marantz LINK 10n” if there are multiple products with HEOS Built-in. Song 1...
  • Page 65 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Selecting the music track or station from Browse the music to play. music sources After selecting a music track or radio station the app will automatically change to the “Now Playing” screen. Tap the “Home” tab and select a music source. 0 Set “Network Control”...

  • Page 66: Listening To The Same Music In Multiple Rooms

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to the same music in multiple Rooms Rooms Edit Edit rooms Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them Bedroom Bedroom This system is a true multi-room audio system. You can create one or Song 1 Song 1 more HEOS groups to automatically synchronize audio playback between...

  • Page 67: Ungrouping Rooms

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Ungrouping rooms Rooms Rooms Edit Edit Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them Press and hold your finger on room that you want to remove from the group.

  • Page 68: Grouping All Rooms (Party Mode)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Grouping all rooms (party mode) You can easily group 16 rooms together into Party Mode by using a Rooms Rooms Edit Edit “pinch” gesture. Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them Bedroom Bedroom + Kitchen + Living..

  • Page 69: Ungrouping All Rooms

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Ungrouping all rooms Rooms Rooms Edit Edit You can easily ungroup all of your rooms and exit Party Mode by using Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them a “spread”...
  • Page 70 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing digital input Connecting and playing back from a TV or digital device (HDMI/Coaxial/Optical 1/Optical 2) HDMI COAXIAL Prepare for playback. OPTICAL USB-DAC Check the connection, then turn on this units. (“Connecting a TV” (v p. 27), “Connecting to a device with digital audio output connectors”...

  • Page 71: Hdmi Control Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Display format and sample rate During playback, press INFO. 0 When “TV Input” is set in the menu, this unit automatically turns on when the TV connected to the unit is turned on, and the input source switches to “HDMI”, Each time the button is pressed, switches the display on and off.

  • Page 72: Connecting And Playing Back From A Computer (Usb-Dac)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting and playing back from a DSD is a registered trademark. Microsoft, Windows 10 and Windows 11 are either registered computer (USB-DAC) trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. You can enjoy high-quality audio playback from the D/A converter built in ASIO is a trademark and software of Steinberg Media Technologies to this unit by inputting music files into this unit from a computer via USB...
  • Page 73 USB and restart the computer. Download the dedicated driver from the “Download” section of the LINK 10n page of the Marantz website onto your PC. Unzip the downloaded file, and double-click the exe file.
  • Page 74 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix C The wizard menu is displayed. Click “Next”. D Read the Software Licensing Agreement, and click “I accept the terms in the License Agreement.”. E Click “Next”. Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...
  • Page 75 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix F Select the installation destination and click “Next”. G Click “Install” on the installation start dialog. The installation starts. Do not perform any operation on the PC until the installation is completed. Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index...
  • Page 76 The sound menu window is displayed. C Check that there is a checkmark next to “Default Device” under in “LINK 10n” of the “Playback” tab. When there is a checkmark for a different device, click “LINK 10n” and “Set Default”.
  • Page 77 C Select the sampling rate and bit rate to be applied to the D/A from the USB-DAC function. converter. A Select “LINK 10n” and click “Properties”. It is recommended that “2 channel, 32 bit, 192000 Hz (Studio Quality)” is selected.
  • Page 78 Check your player software before playing files with the ASIO driver. 0 Please see the FAQ at www.marantz.com if you experience any issues getting audio to play from your computer through this unit. You may also want to check the support pages for your audio player application.
  • Page 79 E Double-click “Audio MIDI Setup”. The “Audio Devices” window is displayed. F Secondary click on “LINK 10n”, and then check that “Use This Device For Sound Output” is checked. If a different device is checked, select and secondary click on “LINK 10n”, and then select “Use This Device For Sound Output”.
  • Page 80 Settings Tips Appendix o Playback G Select the “LINK 10n” format. It is normally recommended to set the format to “2 ch 32-bit Integer Install the desired player software on your computer beforehand. 384.0 kHz”. Use the rear panel USB-DAC port to connect this unit to a computer.
  • Page 81 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 0 Perform operations such as playback and pause on the computer. At this time, you cannot perform operations with buttons on this unit or the remote control. 0 When this unit is functioning as a D/A converter, sound is not output from the computer’s speakers.
  • Page 82 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing analog input Prepare for playback. Check the connection, then turn on this units. (“Connecting a playback device” (v p. 25)) Press LINE, BAL or PHONO to switch the input source to “Line”, “Balanced” or “Phono”. PHONO Play the component connected to this unit.

  • Page 83: Airplay Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AirPlay function Music files stored on your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Mac or Windows PC can be played on this unit via the network. This unit Router 0 Input source will be switched to “AirPlay” when AirPlay playback is started. 0 You can stop AirPlay playback by choosing other input source.
  • Page 84 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod Playing songs from Windows PC touch, iPad or Mac Install iTunes 10, or later, on a Windows PC that is You can stream music stored in your “iPhone/iPod touch/iPad/Mac” connected to the same network as this unit.
  • Page 85 AirPlay icon is displayed on the iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or Mac Speakers & TVs screen. Living Room Marantz xxxxxxxx Song - Artist Bedroom Select the devices/speakers you want to use. Multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices can be selected.

  • Page 86: Spotify Connect Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Spotify Connect function Spotify is all the music you’ll ever need. Millions of songs available Playing Spotify music with this unit instantly. Just search for the music you love, or let Spotify play you something great.

  • Page 87: Convenience Functions

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Convenience functions This section explains how to use convenient functions that can be used for each input source. Control of “HEOS Favorites” operations is optimized for the app. For ( HEOS Music ) more information on acquiring the app, see “Getting the HEOS app”...

  • Page 88: Adding To Heos Favorites

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back HEOS Favorites Adding to HEOS Favorites When using the HEOS Favorites function for the first time on this unit, This function only works for streamed content. create a HEOS Account on the HEOS app or sign in to your account. While content is playing, press OPTION.

  • Page 89: Deleting A Heos Favorites

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Deleting a HEOS Favorites Adjusting the tone and balance Adjusts the tone and balance of the audio signal output from the PREAMP Press R (HEOS Music). OUT connectors and the headphones jack. If a playback history is present, the last Internet radio station or song o Adjusting the tone played is played back.

  • Page 90: Adjusting The Volume Balance

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Adjusting the volume balance Playback in source direct mode Press OPTION. The signal does not pass through the tone adjustment circuitry, resulting in playback of a higher sound quality. The option menu screen is displayed on the display. Source direct mode works only with audio signals output from the PREAMP OUT connectors and the headphones jack.

  • Page 91: Switching The Display's Brightness

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Switching the display’s brightness Turning the illumination and display on/off The display brightness can be adjusted from 100 % to Off (0 %) in steps of 5 %. Switching the display off reduces a source of noise that affects sound Turn on/off the illumination and display.

  • Page 92: Using The Sleep Timer

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Using the sleep timer Displaying the volume at all times (When “Preamp Out” is set to “On”) You can have the power automatically switched to standby once a set time has elapsed. This is convenient for listening while going to sleep. The volume can always be displayed when this unit is used as a preamplifier with “Preamp Out”...

  • Page 93: Smart Select Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Changing the settings Smart select function Settings such as the input source, volume level, source direct settings and Set the items below to the settings you want to tone settings in the option menu can be registered to the SMART SELECT register.
  • Page 94 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Menu map For menu operations, see the following page. By default, this unit has recommended settings defined. You can customize this unit based on your existing system and your preferences. Setting items Detailed items Description Page Audio...
  • Page 95 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setting items Detailed items Description Page TV Input Set this when playing audio from a TV on this unit. HDMI Power Off Control Set the “HDMI Power Off Control” function that is keyed to the power off operation of your TV to turn the device’s power to standby.

  • Page 96: Menu Operation

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Menu operation Press SETUP. The setup menu is displayed on the display. Use Cursor Up/Down buttons to select the setup menu to be set or operated, then press ENTER. Use Cursor Up/Down buttons to change to desired setting.
  • Page 97 The unit supports PCM completely disappear. Set as desired. signal. This is a Marantz developed dither that Offers a short impulse response for both Dither 1 reduces digital artifacts while reducing SNR pre-echo and post-echo.

  • Page 98: Noise Shaper

    0 It may not be possible to control the volume with the TV remote control (HDMI control function) depending on the Marantz amplifier and TV connected to this unit. NOTE 0 The Noise Shaper function does not work when playing a DSD audio source.

  • Page 99: Volume Scale

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Volume Scale HP Amplifier Gain Set how the volume is displayed. Set the gain of the headphone amplifier. Set this according to the impedance of the connected headphones. It is recommended that this is 0 - 100 (Absolute) Display volume in absolute value.

  • Page 100: Low Pass Filter

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Phono Low Pass Filter Sets the phono equalizer of this unit according to the type or impedance of Sets the low pass filter for the subwoofer output. Set this according to your the turntable cartridge to be connected. speakers and subwoofer.

  • Page 101: Default Input

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Auto-Play TV Input When a TV audio source is input to this unit, the unit automatically Set this when playing audio from a TV on this unit. When the TV is turned switches to the input source set in “Default Input” and the Auto-Play on, this unit turns on and the input source is automatically switched to function for playing TV audio on this unit is set.
  • Page 102 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix HDMI Power Off Control Set the “HDMI Power Off Control” function that is keyed to the power off operation of your HDMI connected TV to turn the device's power to standby. Regardless of the input source of this device, if the power of the TV is turned off, (Default) : the power of this device automatically...
  • Page 103 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix General Illumination Language You can adjust the brightness of the illumination and display. You can also Sets the language for display the menu. link the illumination to the brightness of the display. When the brightness is English / Français / Español (Default : English) turned “Off”, the noise source affecting the sound quality is suppressed, and high-quality sound playback is possible.

  • Page 104: Auto Standby

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Auto-Standby Reset Sets the amount of time that must elapse without unit operation or an input Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations cannot be signal before the unit goes into standby automatically. performed.

  • Page 105: Network Information

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Network Network Information Wi-Fi Displays network information. The Wi-Fi function can be stopped to prevent noise that affects the sound quality. Using a wired LAN to connect this unit to the network enables playback with a high sound quality. Name / Connection / SSID / DHCP / IP Address / MAC Address (Ethernet) / MAC Address (Wi-Fi) Enables the Wi-Fi function.

  • Page 106: Output Mode

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Output Mode Bluetooth Selects the audio output method. o Bluetooth Audio is output to Bluetooth headphones, Stopping Bluetooth receiver and transmitter functions reduces a LINE OUT connectors, and PREAMP HP + Speakers OUT connectors. Connect your amplifier source of noise that affects sound quality, enabling higher sound (Default): with speakers to the LINE OUT or...

  • Page 107: Network Control

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Network Control 0 A2DP profile-compatible Bluetooth speakers can be connected following the same Enables network communication in standby power mode. steps used to connect Bluetooth headphones. Network is on during standby. Main unit operable with a network compatible NOTE (Default): controller.
  • Page 108 This unit switches to the WAC setup mode. 2. At the bottom of the Wi-Fi setup screen for iOS devices, select “Marantz LINK 10n” from “SET UP NEW AIRPLAY SPEAKER...”. Make sure the iOS device is connected to the wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) router.
  • Page 109 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting to the network by using the WPS button on the router If you are using a wireless router that supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™), connect to the network with the “push button method”. (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™...
  • Page 110 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Disabling amplifier/SACD player operating mode on remote control If you do not want to use this unit in combination with MODEL 10 or SACD 10, you can disable the remote control operating mode of the device that Remote mode select indicators you are not using.
  • Page 111 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Disabling amplifier operating mode Press and hold AMP and SETUP simultaneously until the remote mode select indicators flash green. Each time you perform Step 1, the amplifier operating mode is toggled between enabled/disabled. Disabling SACD player operating mode Press and hold SACD and SETUP simultaneously until the remote mode select indicators flash green.
  • Page 112 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setting the device to be operated by the volume buttons on the remote control On the included remote control, you can set the device to be operated by the volume buttons so that you can adjust the volume of this unit when it is either in SACD player operating mode.
  • Page 113 If you use a Marantz amplifier in combination with this unit, you can adjust If you use a Marantz SACD player in combination with this unit, you can the volume of the amplifier without switching to amplifier operating mode...
  • Page 114 I want to turn off the illumination and display Music files on PC or Mac cannot be played back (USB-DAC) I want to operate a Marantz amplifier and SACD player using the Audio from digital devices cannot be played back (HDMI ARC/...
  • Page 115 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips I want to switch the filter to change the desired sound quality Switch the filter characteristics. (v p. 97) I want to enjoy analog output audio at higher quality Set “Digital Out” on the setup menu to “Off”. (v p. 99) Press the DIMMER button to turn the display off.
  • Page 116 I want to operate a Marantz amplifier and SACD player using the remote control of this unit Marantz amplifier and SACD player can also be operated with the remote control of this unit. Also refer to the amplifier and SACD player instruction manuals for those players.

  • Page 117: Troubleshooting

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 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? 0 If steps 1 to 3 above do not improve the problem, restarting the device may improve the problem.

  • Page 118: Power Does Not Turn On / Power Is Turned Off

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Power does not turn on / Power is turned off Power is not turned on. Check whether the power plug is correctly inserted into the power outlet. (v p. 40) This unit is in standby mode. Press the X button on the main unit or the X button on the remote control. (v p. 42) Power automatically turns off.

  • Page 119: Operations Cannot Be Performed Through The Remote Control Unit

    The device to be operated by the VOLUME no and : buttons is a Marantz amplifier. If the remote control is in SACD player operation mode and the volume of this unit cannot be adjusted, switch the device to be operated to this unit. (v p. 113) The device to be operated by the VOLUME no and : buttons is a Marantz amplifier.

  • Page 120: Display On This Unit Shows Nothing

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Display on this unit shows nothing Display is off. Press the DIMMER button, and change the setting to anything other than “Off” on the dimmer menu. (v p. 91) Set “Illumination” - “Display” on the setup menu to something other than “Off”. (v p. 103) Press the LIGHTING button to turn on the lighting.

  • Page 121: Sound Is Interrupted Or Noise Occurs

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sound is interrupted or noise occurs During playback from the Internet radio or USB flash drive, sound is occasionally interrupted. When the transfer speed of the USB flash drive is slow, sound may occasionally be interrupted. The network communication speed is slow or the radio station is busy.

  • Page 122: Desired Sound Does Not Come Out

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix When playing a record, the sound is distorted. Adjust to a proper needle pressure. Check the tip of the needle. Replace the cartridge. When playing a record, a humming noise comes out of the speakers. Check that the turntable is connected correctly.

  • Page 123: Airplay Cannot Be Played Back

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AirPlay cannot be played back The AirPlay icon is not displayed on iTunes / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad / Mac. This unit and PC / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad are not connected to the same network (LAN). Connect it to the same LAN as this unit. (v p. 35) The firmware on iTunes / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad / Mac is not compatible with AirPlay.
  • Page 124 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix USB flash drives cannot be played back USB flash drive is not recognized. Disconnect and reconnect the USB flash drive. (v p. 34) Mass storage class compatible USB flash drives are supported. This unit does not support a connection through a USB hub. Connect the USB flash drive directly to the USB port. The USB flash drive must be formatted to FAT32 or NTFS.

  • Page 125: Bluetooth Cannot Be Played Back

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Bluetooth cannot be played back Bluetooth devices cannot be connected to this unit. The Bluetooth function in the Bluetooth device has not been enabled. See the Owner’s Manual of the Bluetooth device to enable the Bluetooth function. Bring the Bluetooth device near to this unit.
  • Page 126 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix The sound is cut off. Bring the Bluetooth device near to this unit. Remove obstructions between the Bluetooth device and this unit. To prevent electromagnetic interference, locate this unit away from microwave ovens, wireless LAN devices and other Bluetooth devices. Reconnect the Bluetooth device.

  • Page 127: The Internet Radio Cannot Be Played Back

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix The Internet radio cannot be played back A list of broadcasting stations is not displayed. The LAN cable is not properly connected, or the network is disconnected. Check the connection status. (v p. 35) Internet Radio cannot be played.
  • Page 128 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back (Music server) Files stored on a computer cannot be played. Files are stored in a non-compatible format. Record in a compatible format. (v p. 138) Files that are copyright protected cannot be played on this unit.

  • Page 129: Various Online Services Cannot Be Played

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Various online services cannot be played Various online services cannot be played. The online service may have been discontinued. Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network Cannot connect to the network. Make sure your mobile device is connected to your wireless network before setting up this unit. (v p. 61) You can connect this unit to your network router using an Ethernet cable sold separately.
  • Page 130 “Unsupported Format” is displayed when audio signals that are not supported by this unit are input. Check the settings on your computer or player software. (v p. 80) If the computer you use is macOS, please check if the LINK 10n format is set below 384.0 kHz using the Audio MIDI Setup. (v p. 79) Remote control...

  • Page 131: The Hdmi Control Function Does Not Work

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Audio from digital devices cannot be played back (HDMI ARC/Coaxial/Optical 1/2) “Signal Unlock” is displayed. When digital audio signals cannot be detected properly, “Signal Unlock” is displayed. (v p. 70) “Unsupported Format” is displayed. “Unsupported Format”...

  • Page 132: Update/Upgrade Error Messages

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Update/upgrade error messages If an update/upgrade is interrupted or fails, an error message appears. Display Description Connection failed. Please check your network, then try The network connection is unstable. again. Connection to the server failed. Check your network environment and try the update again.

  • Page 133: Resetting Network Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Resetting network settings If network contents cannot be played or the unit cannot connect to the network, restarting the unit may improve the problem. We recommend restarting the unit before returning the settings to the default settings. (v p. 117) If the operations are not improved by restarting the unit, follow the steps below.

  • Page 134: Factory Restore

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Factory Restore When the unit or the network functions do not work properly, operation may be improved by restoring the firmware to the factory defaults. Perform this operation if it does not work after attempting “General” - “Reset” of the settings menu. (v p. 104) After performing the Factory Restore, various settings are reset to the default settings.
  • Page 135 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back a USB flash drives This unit is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standard. This unit is compatible with WMA META tags. If the image size (pixels) of an album artwork exceeds 500 × 500 (WMA/MP3/Apple Lossless/DSD) or 349 × 349 (MPEG-4 AAC), then music may not be played back properly.

  • Page 136: Digital Input

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Digital input o Maximum number of playable files and folder The limits on the number of folders and files that can be displayed by this unit are as follows. o Specifications of supported audio formats Media USB flash drive USB-DAC...

  • Page 137: Playing Back A Bluetooth Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back a Bluetooth device This unit supports the following Bluetooth profile. A2DP （Advanced Audio Distribution Profile） : When a Bluetooth device that supports this standard is connected, monaural and stereo sound data can be streamed at a high quality. AVRCP （Audio/Video Remote Control Profile）...

  • Page 138: Playing Back Files Stored On A Pc And Nas

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS This unit is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standard. This unit is compatible with WMA META tags. If the image size (pixels) of an album artwork exceeds 500 × 500 (WMA/MP3/WAV/FLAC) or 349 × 349 (MPEG-4 AAC), then music may not be played back properly.
  • Page 139 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Specifications of supported files Sampling frequency Bit rate Extension 32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 192 kbps .wma 32/44.1/48 kHz 32 – 320 kbps .mp3 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/ – .wav 176.4/192/352.8/384 kHz 32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 320 kbps .aac/.m4a MPEG-4 AAC 44.1/48/88.2/96/...

  • Page 140: Playing Back Internet Radio

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back Internet Radio o Playable broadcast station specifications Sampling frequency Bit rate Extension 32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 192 kbps .wma 32/44.1/48 kHz 32 – 320 kbps .mp3 .aac/ MPEG-4 AAC 32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 320 kbps .m4a Last function memory This function stores the settings which were made before going into the...

  • Page 141: About Hdmi

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix About HDMI This unit supports the following HDMI functions. ARC (Audio Return Channel) function Enjoy movies, music, etc., on your TV simply by connecting an ARC function-compatible TV to this unit via HDMI. HDMI control function Connect an HDMI control-compatible TV and this unit via HDMI and enable the HDMI control to enable linked control from either device.

  • Page 142: Explanation Of Terms

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Explanation of terms o Audio FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) FLAC stands for Free lossless Audio Codec, and is a lossless free audio AIFF （Audio Interchange File Format） file format. Lossless means that the audio is compressed without any loss This is an uncompressed and lossless format for digital audio.
  • Page 143 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3) CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED This is an internationally standardized audio data compression scheme, WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED using the “MPEG-1”...
  • Page 144 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Network Sampling frequency Sampling involves taking a reading of a sound wave (analog signal) at AirPlay regular intervals and expressing the height of the wave at each reading in AirPlay sends (plays) contents recorded in iTunes or on an iPhone / iPod digitized format (producing a digital signal).
  • Page 145 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Other WPA/WPA2-Personal This is a simple authentication system for mutual authentication when a Source direct preset character string matches on the wireless LAN access point and Playback with higher fidelity to the source becomes possible, as input client.

  • Page 146: Trademark Information

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Trademark information Apple, AirPlay, iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro, iPhone and Mac are trademarks The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Alliance.
  • Page 147 ® Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC. Being Roon Ready means that Marantz uses Roon streaming technology, for an incredible user interface, simple setup, rock-solid daily reliability, and the highest levels of audio performance, without compromise.

  • Page 148: Specifications

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Specifications o Audio section Analog audio (PREAMP OUT) Rated output voltage/Output impedance: UNBALANCED: 1.58 V / 30 Ω/ohms BALANCED: 3.16 V / 140 Ω/ohms SUBWOOFER: 240 mV / 1.16 kΩ/kohms Maximum output voltage: UNBALANCED: 10 V (1 kHz, T.H.D. 0.05 %) BALANCED: 20 V (1 kHz, T.H.D.
  • Page 149 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Digital audio (LINE OUT) [PCM] [DSD] Channels: 2-channels 2-channels Output voltage: UNBALANCED: 2.0 V UNBALANCED: 2.0 V BALANCED: 4.0 V BALANCED: 4.0 V Distortion (T.H.D.+N) (1 kHz): 0.0015 % (Audible range) 0.0004 % (Audible range) Playable frequency range: 2 Hz –...

  • Page 150: Bluetooth Section

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Wireless LAN section Network type (wireless LAN standard): Conforming to IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (Wi-Fi ® compliant) Security: WEP 64 bit, WEP 128 bit WPA/WPA2-PSK (AES) WPA/WPA2-PSK (TKIP) WPA3-SAE (AES) Used frequency range: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz z1 The Wi-Fi ®...
  • Page 151 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o General Operating temperature: 41 °F - 95 °F (5 °C - 35 °C) Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption: 75 W Power consumption in standby mode : 0.3 W Power consumption in “Network Control” – “On”...
  • Page 152 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dimensions (Unit : in. (mm)) 17.3 (440) (94) (62) 12.5 (316) (62) Weight : 73 lbs 7 oz (33.3 kg) Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...
  • Page 153 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Index Internet Radio ..........45 USB flash drive ......... 34, 50 USB-DAC ......... 33, 72, 136 Menu map ............94 AirPlay ............83 Amplifier ........... 22, 31 Wired LAN ............35 Auto Standby ..........104 NAS ............
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