Marantz AMP10BK - User Manual

Features High quality sound 0 16-channel switching power amplifier module A switching power amplifier is used to achieve a high output of 200W per channel (8Ω, 1kHz, T.H.D.: 0.05%, 2-channel operation). To ensure excellent performance, minimal distortion occurs across all frequencies. Additionally, ...

Part names and functions Front panel q r w w e y t For details, see the next page. Contents Connections Playback Tips Appendix Specifications 6 Front panel Rear panel Index

Rear panel w q e y t u i o Q0 Q1 r Q2 For details, see the next page. Contents Connections Playback Tips Appendix Specifications 8 Front panel Rear panel Index

q r y u t w e A UNBALANCED RCA INPUT connectorsUsed to connect a preamplifier with UNBALANCED RCA output connectors. B RCA/XLR INPUT selectorSwitches according to the jack used for connecting to the preamplifier (UNBALANCED RCA or BALANCED XLR). C NORMAL/BI-AMP/BTL selectorYou can set a bi-amp conne...

o Contents Preparations 12 Example connection variation 15 Connecting a Preamplifier 16 Connecting an external control device 20 Setting the auto standby function 25 Connecting the power cord 26 NOTE 0 Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed. 0 Do not bundle power cor...

Preparations Speakers This section explains how to connect them using typical examples. NOTE 0 Disconnect this unit’s power plug from the power outlet before connecting the speakers. 0 Connect so that the speaker cable core wires do not protrude from the speaker terminal. The protection circuit may ...

Preamplifier 0 Connect one end of the cable to the input terminals of this unit and the other end to the output terminals of the preamplifier (sold separately). 0 This unit has UNBALANCED RCA connectors and BALANCED XLR connectors. Select the appropriate connectors for the preamplifier you will use ...

Example connection variation FL SW SW SW SW SW SW SW FR SL SR SBL SBR C FL FR SL SR SBL SBR C FWL FWR FHL FHR RHL RHR TML TMR TML TMR FL FR SL SR SBL SBR C CH TS Z2L Z2R Z3L Z3R FWL FWR FHL FHR RHL RHR FL FR C SL SW SBL SBR FWL FHL FHR RHL TMR CH TS Z2L Z2R Z3L Z3R RHR SR FWR TML This unit This unit...

Connecting a Preamplifier Example of connections to Marantz AV 10 Preamplifier o Connecting the UNBALANCED RCA PRE OUT connector If using the UNBALANCED RCA connectors, switch the RCA/XLR INPUT selector setting to “RCA”. Set the NORMAL/BI-AMP/BTL selector to “NORMAL”. NOTE 0 Be sure to configure the...

o Connecting the BALANCED XLR PRE OUT connector If using the BALANCED XLR connectors, switch the RCA/XLR INPUT selector setting of this unit to “XLR”. Set the NORMAL/BI-AMP/BTL selector to “NORMAL”. NOTE 0 Be sure to configure the RCA/XLR INPUT selector and NORMAL/BI-AMP/BTL selector settings before...

BTL connection A BTL connection uses two channels to power one speaker. Two power amplifiers are used to output antiphase signals from one input signal, achieving powerful audio reproduction. Example: Using channels 1 and 2 for a BTL connection w q Input to the odd-numbered channel (channel 1). Swit...

Connecting an external control device AMP CONTROL jacks You can connect this unit to a Marantz AV 10 Preamplifier with an AMP CONTROL jack using the included control cable and perform the following operations for both units simultaneously. 0 When the power of the preamplifier is turned on or placed ...

REMOTE CONTROL jacks When connecting a Marantz AV 10 Preamplifier, you can switch the power of this unit to ON/STANDBY together with the AV 10 power supply. For details, see the AV 10 owner’s manual. This unit [Example] AV10 Contents Connections Playback Tips Appendix Specifications 21 Front panel R...

FLASHER IN jack If a commercially available (sold separately) IR repeater is connected to the FLASHER IN jack of this unit, remote control operations can be performed even if this unit is installed in a place where the remote control signal may not reach, such as in a cabinet. GND Signal Monaural mi...

DC CONTROL jacks o DC CONTROL OUT jack When a device with DC CONTROL IN jack is connected, the connected device’s power on/standby can be controlled through linked operation to this unit.The DC CONTROL OUT jack outputs a maximum 12 V DC/150 mA electrical signal. 12 V DC/150 mA trigger-compatible dev...

o DC CONTROL IN jack Used when connecting a unit that has a DC CONTROL OUT jack to this device, and linking the power ON/STANDBY of the connected device with the power ON/STANDBY of this unit. For details, see the instruction manual of the connected device. NOTE 0 When a 5 V – 15 V voltage is input ...

Setting the auto standby function When the auto standby function is set to “ON”, the power of this unit automatically enters standby after 15 minutes of no input signal and no operations.To use the auto standby function, set the AUTO STANDBY selector to “ON”.The factory setting is “ON”. Contents Con...

Connecting the power cord After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet. (AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz) To household power outlet Power cord (supplied) Contents Connections Playback Tips Appendix Specifications 26 Front panel Rear panel Index

o Contents Basic operation Turning the power on 28 Turning the power standby 28 Convenience functions Turning the meter display off 29 Changing the brightness of the illumination 30 Contents Connections Playback Tips Appendix Specifications 27 Front panel Rear panel Index

Basic operation X Illumination Illumination Level meter Turning the power on 1 Press X to turn on power to the unit. The level meter and illumination are lit. NOTE 0 When turning the power ON, turn the volume control of connected devices down to the minimum. Turning the power standby 1 Press X . The...

Turning the level meter display on or off When the power of this unit is on, the backlight is lit and the level is displayed according to the channel 1 signal input. The meter display can be turned off when you need darkness, such as when sleeping.The factory setting is “On”. METER ON/OFF Level mete...

Changing the brightness of the illumination The brightness of the illumination can be adjusted between four levels. Setting the illumination to off reduces noise that could affect playback, achieving high audio quality.The factory setting is the brightest illumination level. DIMMER Illumination Illu...

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, check the corresponding symptoms in this section.I...

No sound comes out No sound comes out of speakers. 0 Check the speaker connections and connections to the other devices. ( v p. 16) 0 Alter the input selector to match the input connector (BALANCED or UNBALANCED) of the connected device. ( v p. 16) 0 Insert connection cables all the way in. 0 Check ...

Explanation of terms Speaker impedanceThis is certain-rated resistance of the speaker set to an alternating current and expressed in ohms.The smaller the impedance, the greater the output.However, load on the amplifier is increased. Use speakers whose impedance is supported by this unit. Protection ...

Specifications Rated output: Normal, BI-AMP 200 W x 2 (8 Ω/ohms load, 1kHz, T.H.D. 0.05 %) 400 W x 2 (4 Ω/ohms load, 1kHz, T.H.D. 0.7 %) BTL 400 W x 2 (8 Ω/ohms load, 1kHz, T.H.D. 0.05 %) Output connectors: 4 – 16 Ω/ohms (Normal, BI-AMP) 8 – 16 Ω/ohms (BTL) Frequency response (1 W, 8 Ω): 5 Hz – 70 k...

Index v Numerics 15.2-channel .................................................. 1517.4-channel .................................................. 157.1-channel .................................................... 15 v A AMP CONTROL ............................................. 20Auto Standby .........