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Contents . Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AV Surround Receiver NR1609 Front panel Display Rear panel 1 Remote Owner's Manual Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 2
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Accessories 8 Connecting a TV 50 Inserting the batteries Operating range of the remote control unit Features High quality sound High performance Easy operation Part names and functions Front panel Display Rear panel Remote control unit 9 - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 3
on a Bluetooth device Playing music from Bluetooth device Pairing with other Bluetooth devices Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device HEOS App 92 69 HEOS Account 93 69 Playing from streaming music services 94 69 Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 97 70 AirPlay - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 4
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Convenience functions 105 Smart select function 130 Adding to HEOS Favorites 106 Calling up the settings 131 Playing back HEOS Favorites 106 Changing the settings 132 Deleting a HEOS Favorites 107 Panel lock function 133 - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 5
Inputs Input Assign Source Rename Hide Sources Source Level Input Select Speakers Audyssey® Setup Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) Error messages Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 158 Manual Setup 158 Amp Assign 160 Speaker Config. 165 Distances 168 Levels 169 Crossovers - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 6
Firmware Information Usage Data Save & Load Setup Lock Reset Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 203 Tips 203 203 Tips 220 204 Troubleshooting services cannot be played 237 The HDMI Control function does not work 237 Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 238 Update/ - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 7
Contents Connections Playback Appendix About HDMI 242 Video conversion function 245 Playing back a USB memory devices 247 Playing back a Bluetooth device 248 Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 249 Playing back Internet Radio 250 Personal memory plus function 250 Last function - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 8
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. Tips Appendix . Quick Start Guide Safety Instructions Notes on radio Warranty (for USA/for CANADA) Cable labels - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 9
Contents Connections Playback Inserting the batteries 1 Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it. 2 Insert two batteries correctly into the battery compartment as indicated. Batteries Settings Tips Appendix NOTE 0 To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid: 0 Do not - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 10
compatible TV, you can enjoy the sense of realism only available from high-definition images, even when viewing fast-moving video. This unit also supports image processing for 4K 60p, 4:4:4 and 24-bit videos. By processing the video at the original resolution, this unit lets you enjoy flawless, high - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 11
to HD (720p/1080p) and 4K (v p. 167) Up to 1080p 4K Up scaling Settings Tips Appendix 0 HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV devices (8 inputs, 1 output) 81 In Out This unit is equipped with a 4K video upscaling function that allows analog video or SD (Standard Definition - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 12
radio etc. (v p. 101) Settings Tips Appendix 0 Wireless connection with Bluetooth devices can be carried out easily (v p. 74) .. You can iTunes®. 0 Playback of DSD and FLAC files via USB and networks This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as DSD (5.6 MHz) and FLAC - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 13
AVR as well as access to its setup menu for detailed adjustments from your phones or tablets. "Marantz 2016 AVR Remote" App also gives you quick access to the receiver's status display, option menus, Marantz Blu-ray Disc player control, and online owner's manual for your convenience. z Download the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 14
"Setup Assistant" provides easy-to-follow setup instructions First select the language when prompted. Then simply follow the instructions play music from your own music library or from many online streaming music services. When multiple HEOS devices are connected to the same network, HEOS devices - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 15
Contents Connections Playback Part names and functions Front panel qw e r ty Settings Tips Appendix u i . For details, see the next page. o Q0 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q5 Q6 Q7 Q8 Q9 W0 Front panel Display Rear panel 15 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 16
selects the input source. (v p. 68) D M-DAX indicator This lights when the M-DAX mode is selected. (v p. 151) E Remote control sensor This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9) F Display This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 18) G PURE DIRECT indicator This lights when - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 17
Contents Connections Playback . Q0 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q5 Q6Q7 Q8 Q9 W0 J SETUP MIC jack This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone. (v p. 178) K M-DAX button This switches the M-DAX mode. (v p. 151) L ZONE2 ON/OFF button - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 18
conditions when the input source is set to "Tuner". TUNED: Lights up when the broadcast is properly tuned in. STEREO: Lights up when receiving FM stereo broadcasts. F Sleep timer indicator This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 128) Front panel Display Rear panel 18 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 19
Contents Connections Playback ui Settings o Q0 Q1 . G Volume indicator H MUTE indicator This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 69) I Information display The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other information are displayed here. J Input signal indicators The respective - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 20
Contents Connections Rear panel q we r t Playback Settings y Tips Appendix q u i o Q0 Q1 Q2 Q3 . For details, see the next page. Q4 Q5 Front panel Display Rear panel 20 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 21
to a handheld device via Bluetooth. (v p. 63) A Place the external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity evenly over the LAN network. (v p. 62) E REMOTE CONTROL jacks Used to connect infrared receivers/transmitters in order to operate this unit and external devices from a different room. - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 22
Contents Connections y Playback . u io Q0 Q1 F HDMI connectors Used to connect devices equipped with HDMI connectors. 0 "Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel)" (v p. 51) 0 "Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 23
Contents Connections Playback Q2 Q3 Q4 Q5 . L Video connectors (VIDEO) Used to connect devices equipped with video connectors. 0 "Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector" (v p. 53) 0 "Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)" (v p. 55) 0 "Connecting a DVD player or Blu - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 24
Contents Connections Remote control unit q w e r t y Playback Settings Tips Appendix A ZONE SELECT buttons These switch the zone (MAIN ZONE, ZONE2) that is operated through the remote control unit. 0 "Playback in ZONE2" (v p. 140) 0 "Menu operations" (v p. 146) B Input source select buttons - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 25
Contents Connections Playback Q1 Q2 Settings Tips Appendix G BACK button This returns to the previous screen. H System buttons These perform playback related operations. Tuning up / Tuning down buttons (TUNE +, -) These select either FM broadcast or AM broadcast. (v p. 79) I SMART SELECT - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 26
the volume" (v p. 69) 0 "Adjusting the volume (ZONE2)" (v p. 141) P OPTION button This displays the option menu on the TV screen. Q ENTER button This determines the selection. R SETUP button This displays the menu on the TV screen. (v p. 146) Front panel Display Rear panel 26 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 27
cord until all connections have been completed. However, when the "Setup Assistant" is running, follow the instructions in the "Setup Assistant" (page 9 in the separate "Quick Start Guide") screen for making connections. (During "Setup Assistant" operation, the input/output connectors do not conduct - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 28
. Contents Connections Playback Speaker installation Determine the speaker system depending on the number of speakers you are using and install each speaker and subwoofer in the room. Speaker installation is explained using this example of a typical installation. FL SL SW1 SBL FR C SW2 SR - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 29
. Contents Connections TML TFL FHL TMR TFR FHR Playback Settings Tips Appendix FHL/FHR (Front height left/right): speaker Place the FRONT HEIGHT left and right speakers directly above the front speakers. Mount them as close to the ceiling as possible and aim them towards the main - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 30
Contents Connections Playback FDL SDL FDR SDR Settings Tips Appendix About Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers reflect the sound off the ceiling to allow the sound to come from over your head by using a special upwardpointing speaker that is placed on the floor. You can - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 31
an even wider and deeper surround sensation. 0 Dolby Atmos is not supported in a 5.1-channel or less speaker configuration. 0 DTS:X can be selected regardless of the speaker configuration. 0 Use the illustration below as a guide for how high each speaker should be installed. The height does not - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 32
Contents Connections Playback o When 7.1-channel speakers are installed using surround back speakers Settings Tips Appendix o When 5.1-channel speakers are installed .. FL FR SWzC1 z2 SL z3 SR Listening SBL position SBR z1 22° - 30° z2 90° - 110° z3 135° - 150° 0 When using a - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 33
Contents Connections Playback o Layout including height speakers and ceiling speakers n Height speaker layout example Combination of 5.1-channel layout and front height speakers. FHL FL SL SW FHR FR C SR Settings Tips Appendix n Ceiling speaker layout example Combination of 5.1- - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 34
Contents Connections Playback n Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker layout example Combination of 5.1-channel layout and front Dolby speakers. Settings FDL FDR SL FL SW C FR SR Tips Appendix . Front panel Display Rear panel 34 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 35
while the power cord is connected. Doing so could result in electric shock. When the "Setup Assistant" (page 9 in the separate "Quick Start Guide") is running, follow the instructions in the "Setup Assistant" screen for making connections. (Power is not supplied to the speaker terminals while the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 36
. . . .. Contents Connections Playback o Connecting the speaker cables Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and - (black) polarities on the speakers being connected to this unit, and be sure to connect the channels and polarities correctly. 1 Peel off about 3/8 inch ( - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 37
Contents Connections Playback o About the cable labels (supplied) for channel identification The channel display section for speaker terminals on the rear panel is color-coded for each channel to be identifiable. Attach the cable label corresponding to each speaker to each speaker cable. This - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 38
Contents Connections Playback Attach the cable label for each channel to its speaker cable as shown in the diagram. Refer to the table and attach the label to each speaker cable. Then, make connection so that the color of the speaker terminal matches that of the cable label. G How to attach the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 39
sound mode that can be selected varies according to the speaker configuration. See "Sound modes and channel output" (v p. 251) for the sound modes that are supported. Front panel Display Rear panel 39 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 40
Contents Connections Playback Connecting 5.1-channel speakers This serves as a basic 5.1-channel surround system. FL FR SW C SL SR Settings Tips Appendix SW FR FL C SR SL .. Front panel Display Rear panel 40 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 41
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Connecting 7.1-channel speakers System for 7.1-channel surround playback. o Example connections when using surround back speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with surround back speakers. Appendix .. - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 42
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips o Example connections when using front height speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with front height speakers. FHL FHR FL FR SW C SL SR Appendix .. 0 Set "Assign Mode" to "Front Height" in - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 43
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips o Example connections when using top front speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with top front speakers. TFL TFR FL FR SL SW C SR Appendix .. 0 Set "Assign Mode" to "Top Front" in the menu. - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 44
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips o Example connections when using top middle speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with top middle speakers. TML TMR FL FR SL SW C SR Appendix .. 0 Set "Assign Mode" to "Top Middle" in the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 45
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips o Example connections when using front Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with front Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers. Appendix FDL FDR SL FL SW C FR SR .. 0 Set "Assign - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 46
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connections when using surround Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with surround Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers. .. SDL SL FL SW FR C SDR SR 0 Set "Assign - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 47
for front speakers. Bi-amp connection is a method to connect separate amplifiers to the tweeter terminal and woofer terminal of a speaker that supports bi-amplification. This connection enables back EMF (power returned without being output) from the woofer to flow into the tweeter without affecting - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 48
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speaker This system enables switching playback between front speakers A and B as desired. FL FL (B) (A) FR FR (A) (B) SW C SL SR Appendix .. 0 Set "Assign Mode" to "Front B" in the menu. (v - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 49
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Connecting multi-zone speakers o 5.1-channel (MAIN ZONE) + 2-channel (ZONE2) speaker connection This connection method constructs a 5.1-channel speaker system in the MAIN ZONE and a 2-channel system in ZONE2. MAIN ZONE Appendix FL FR SW C SL SR - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 50
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Connecting a TV Connect a TV to this unit so that the input video is output to the TV. You can also enjoy audio from the TV on this unit. How to connect a TV depends on the connectors and functions equipped on the TV. ARC (Audio Return Channel) - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 51
an HDMI cable to connect a TV that is compatible with the ARC function to this unit. Set "HDMI Control" to "On" when using a TV that supports the ARC function. (v p. 162) TV HDMI IN (ARC) . Front panel Display Rear panel 51 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 52
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) Use an HDMI cable to connect the TV to this unit. To listen to audio from TV on this unit, use an optical cable to connect the TV to this - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 53
Contents Connections Playback Settings Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector Use a component video or a video cable to connect the TV to this unit. To listen to audio from TV on this unit, use an optical cable to connect the TV to this unit. OUT OPTICAL OUT TV VIDEO IN IN - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 54
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a playback device This unit is equipped with three types of video input connectors (HDMI, component video and composite video) and three types of audio input connectors (HDMI, digital audio and audio). Select input connectors on - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 55
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) This explanation uses the connection with a satellite tuner/cable TV STB as an example. Select the input connectors on this unit to match the connectors on the device that you want to connect to. ( - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 56
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player This explanation uses the connection with a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player as an example. Select the input connectors on this unit to match the connectors on the device that you want to connect to. ( - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 57
Contents Connections Playback Settings Connecting a video camcorder or game console This explanation uses the connection with a video camcorders as an example. Connect a playback device to this unit, such as a video camcorder or game console. Video camcorder HDMI OUT Tips Appendix . Front - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 58
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a turntable This unit is compatible with turntables equipped with a moving magnet (MM) phono cartridge. When you connect to a turntable with a low output moving coil (MC) cartridge, use a commercially available MC head amp or a - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 59
Tips Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port For operating instructions see "Playing a USB memory device" (v p. 70). USB memory device Appendix . 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 - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 60
noise. Then use tape, etc. to fix the antenna in this location. ("Listening to FM/AM broadcasts" (v p. 78)) 0 If you are unable to receive a good broadcast signal, we recommend installing an outdoor antenna. For details, inquire at the retail store where you purchased the unit. NOTE 0 Make sure the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 61
Contents Connections o Using the AM loop antenna Suspending on a wall Suspend directly on a wall without assembling. Playback Nail, tack, etc. Standing alone Use the procedure shown above to assemble. When assembling, refer to "AM loop antenna assembly". Settings Tips Appendix o AM loop - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 62
function 0 Operation on this unit via the network 0 Operation with the HEOS wireless multi-room sound system 0 Firmware Update For connections to the Internet, contact an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or a computer shop. Wired LAN To make connections via wired LAN, use a LAN cable to connect - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 63
, connect the external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity connection to the rear panel and stand them upright. See "Wi-Fi Setup" on how to connect to Ethernet connector on your computer. 0 Various online services may be discontinued without prior notice. . Front panel Display Rear panel - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 64
. To do this, disable the remote control signal receiving function ("Remote lock function" (v p. 135)). RC OUT IR receiver o Remotely connecting Marantz devices When you are using a Marantz device other than this unit that supports remote connection, you can transmit remote control signals just - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 65
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix DC OUT jack When a device with DC IN jack is connected, the connected device's power on/standby can be controlled through linked operation to this unit. The DC OUT jack outputs a maximum 12 V DC/150 mA electrical signal. 12 V DC/150 mA - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 66
Contents Connections Playback Settings Connecting the power cord After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet. Tips Appendix To household power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Power cord (supplied) . Front panel Display Rear panel 66 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 67
Playing a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player Playing a USB memory device Listening to music on a Bluetooth device Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback network audio/service Listening to Internet Radio 86 Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 88 68 Getting - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 68
Contents Connections Basic operation Playback Input source select buttons MUTE: POWER X VOLUME df Settings Tips Appendix Turning the power on 1 Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. 0 You can press the input source select button when the unit is in standby mode to turn on the power. 0 - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 69
Contents Connections Playback Adjusting the volume 1 Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume. 0 The variable range differs according to the input signal and channel level setting. 0 You can also adjust the master volume by turning VOLUME on the main unit. Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 1 - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 70
played on this unit. 0 This unit is compatible with USB memory devices in "FAT16" or "FAT32" format. 0 The audio format types and specifications supported by this unit for playback are as follows. See "Playing back a USB memory devices" (v p. 247) for details. 0 WMA 0 MP3 0 WAV 0 MPEG-4 AAC 0 FLAC - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 71
Contents Connections Playback Playing files stored on USB memory devices 1 Insert a FAT32 formatted USB memory device into the USB port. 2 Press USB to switch the input source to "USB". 3 Select the name of this unit. Settings Tips Appendix 4 Browse the music on your USB memory device and - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 72
MP3 music file includes album art data, the album art can be displayed while playing the file. NOTE 0 Note that Marantz will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising with the data on a USB memory device when using this unit in conjunction with the USB memory device. Front panel - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 73
Contents Connections Playback o Operations accessible through the option menu 0 "Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source (Channel Level Adjust)" (v p. 108) 0 "Adjusting the tone (Tone)" (v p. 109) 0 "Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video Select)" (v p. - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 74
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. Bluetooth NOTE 0 To play back music from a Bluetooth device, the Bluetooth device needs to support the A2DP profile. BACK OPTION 1/3 8 9 . Front panel Display - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 75
for the first time, the unit will go into the pairing mode automatically and "Pairing..." will appear on the display of the unit. 3 Activate the Bluetooth settings on your mobile device. 4 Select this unit when its name appears in the list of devices displayed on the screen of the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 76
playback screen is displayed and selecting "Pairing Mode" from the displayed option menu. NOTE 0 To operate the Bluetooth device with the remote control of this unit, the Bluetooth device needs to support the AVRCP profile. 0 The remote control of this unit is not guaranteed to work with all - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 77
device is connected while the power of this unit is on. 0 When the "Network Control" setting of this unit is set to "Always On" and a Bluetooth device is connected with the unit in the standby state, the power of the unit will be turned on automatically. (v p. 201) Settings Tips Appendix Front - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 78
Contents Connections Playback Listening to FM/AM broadcasts TUNER Settings Tips Appendix You can use the built-in tuner of this unit to listen to FM broadcasts and AM broadcasts. Make sure the FM antenna and AM loop antenna are connected to this unit first. CH/PAGE df uio p ENTER BACK - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 79
When it finds a radio station, it stops the scan automatically and tunes in. 0 The modes for receiving FM broadcasts consists of "Auto" mode that automatically searches available broadcast stations and "Manual" mode that lets you tune in using buttons to change the frequency. The default setting is - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 80
music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)" (v p. 112) Settings Tips Appendix Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) You can enter the receiving frequency directly to tune in. 1 Press OPTION when the input source is "Tuner". The option menu screen is displayed. 2 Use ui to select "Direct - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 81
ui to select "Tune Mode", then press ENTER. 3 Use o p to select the tune mode, then press ENTER. Auto: Manual: Automatically search for and tune to a receivable radio station. Manually change the frequency one step at a time each time the button is pressed. Settings Tips Appendix Tuning in to - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 82
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset. 1 Tune in the broadcast station you want to preset. ("Listening to - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 83
Contents Connections Playback Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) You can set the name to the preset broadcast station or change it. Up to 8 characters can be input. 1 Press OPTION when the input source is "Tuner". The option menu screen is displayed. 2 Use ui to select - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 84
Tips Appendix Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) Perform auto preset memory to save all the broadcasting stations that can be received in the memory. Selecting a broadcast station becomes easier by skipping unnecessary memories. 1 Press OPTION when the input source is "Tuner". The - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 85
Contents Connections Playback Cancelling Preset Skip 1 While the "Preset Skip" screen is displayed, use o p to select a group containing a broadcast station to cancel the skip for. 2 Use ui to select a broadcast station to cancel the skip for. 3 Use o p to select "On". The skip is cancelled. NOTE - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 86
over the Internet. Internet Radio stations from around the world can be received. 0 The Internet Radio station list on this unit the database service provided by TuneIn Radio service. 0 The audio format types and specifications supported by this unit for playback are as follows. See "Playing back - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 87
between track title and radio station name etc. each time the main unit's STATUS is pressed. NOTE 0 The radio station database service may be suspended or be otherwise unavailable without notice. o Operations accessible through the option menu 0 "Adding to HEOS Favorites" (v p. 106) 0 "Adjusting - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 88
0 This unit can play back music files and playlists (m3u, wpl) from DLNA compatible servers including PCs and NAS devices on your network. 0 Supported file formats: For details, see "Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS" (v p. 249). 0 WMA 0 MP3 0 WAV 0 MPEG-4 AAC 0 FLAC 0 Apple Lossless 0 DSD - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 89
Contents Connections Playback Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS Use this procedure to play music files or playlists stored on DLNA files servers on your local network. 1 Press R (HEOS Music). 2 Use ui to select "Music Servers", then press ENTER. MUSIC TuneIn Internet Radio HEOS Favorites - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 90
Contents Connections Playback 5 Use ui to select the "Play Now" or "Play Now & Replace Queue", then press ENTER. Playback starts. NOW PLAYING Live Live 01 - Various Artists 2:45 -2:21 . Operation buttons 1/3 8 9 CH/PAGE d f Function Playback / Pause Skip to previous track / Skip to next - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 91
Contents Connections Playback o Operations accessible through the option menu 0 "Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source (Channel Level Adjust)" (v p. 108) 0 "Adjusting the tone (Tone)" (v p. 109) 0 "Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video Select)" (v p. - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 92
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 - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 93
a friend's house listening to music on their HEOS system. o Signing up for a HEOS Account You will be instructed to signup for a HEOS Account the first time you try to access any music service from the main "Music" menu of the HEOS App. Settings Tips Appendix o Changing your HEOS Account 1 Tap - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 94
music services A music service is an online music company that provides access to vast music collections via free and/or paid subscriptions. Depending upon your geographical location, there are several options to choose from. o Selecting a room/device 1 Tap the "Rooms" tab, and select "NR1609" if - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 95
Connections Playback o Selecting the music track or station from music sources 1 Tap the "Music" tab and select a music source. 0 All music services displayed may not be available in your location. Settings Tips Music Appendix This Phone Music Servers USB Music Playlists History Rooms - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 96
Contents Connections Playback 2 Browse the music to play. After selecting a music track or radio station the app will automatically change to the "Now Playing" screen. 0 When you select a music track to play you will be asked how you want to queue up your music. Play Now: Play Now & Replace - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 97
for group playback, please make sure the selected audio devices are connected to the AV receiver via analog audio inputs. HDMI, optical and coax connections are not supported for HEOS group playback. Appendix Rooms Drag one room into another to group them Dining Song Name 1 Living+Kitchen Song - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 98
Contents Connections Playback o Ungrouping rooms 1 Press and hold your finger on room that you want to remove from the group. 2 Drag it out of the group and lift your finger. NOTE 0 You can not remove the first room that started playing the music before grouping. Settings Tips 1 Rooms Drag - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 99
Contents Connections Playback o Grouping all rooms (party mode) You can easily group 16 rooms together into Party Mode by using a "pinch" gesture. 1 Place two fingers on the screen over the list of rooms. 2 Quickly pinch your two fingers together and release. 3 All of your rooms will be joined - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 100
Contents Connections Playback o Ungrouping all rooms You can easily ungroup all of your rooms and exit Party Mode by using a "spread" gesture. 1 Place two fingers close together on the screen over list of rooms. 2 Quickly spread your two fingers apart from each other and release. 3 All of your - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 101
Contents Connections Playback AirPlay function Music files stored on your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or iTunes can be played on this unit via the network. 0 Source input will be switched to "HEOS Music" when AirPlay playback is started. 0 You can stop AirPlay playback by choosing other input - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 102
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad If you update your "iPhone/iPod touch/iPad" to iOS 4.2.1 or later, you or iPad Wi-Fi to the same network as this unit. 0 For details, see your device's manual. 2 Play the song on your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad. AirPlay icon is displayed on the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 103
Contents Connections Playback NOTE 0 In playback using the AirPlay function, the sound is output at the iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or iTunes volume setting level. You should turn down the iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or iTunes volume prior to playback and then adjust it to a suitable level. Settings - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 104
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Spotify Connect function Spotify is the world's most popular streaming service. If you subscribe to Spotify Premium, you can control your new speaker with your phone or tablet. Because Spotify is built-in to your speaker, - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 105
Contents Connections Convenience functions MAIN Playback Settings Tips Appendix This section explains how to use convenient functions that can be used for each input source. These functions can only be set in the MAIN ZONE. (HEOS Music) uio p ENTER OPTION . Front panel Display Rear - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 106
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adding to HEOS Favorites 1 While content is playing, press OPTION. The option menu screen is displayed. 2 Use ui to select "Add to HEOS Favorites", then press ENTER. Playing back HEOS Favorites 1 Press R (HEOS Music). 2 Use ui to select " - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 107
Contents Connections Playback Deleting a HEOS Favorites 1 While the HEOS Favorites content list is displayed, use ui to select the item you want to remove from HEOS Favorites, then press OPTION. 2 Use ui to select "Remove from HEOS Favorites", then press ENTER. Settings Tips Appendix Front - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 108
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source (Channel Level Adjust) The volume of each channel can be changed while listening to music. You can set this for each input source. 1 Press OPTION. An option menu screen is - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 109
Contents Connections Playback Adjusting the tone (Tone) Adjusts the tonal quality of the sound. 1 Press OPTION. An option menu screen is displayed. 0 When the input source is "HEOS Music", an option menu for online music is displayed. Select "AVR Options...", then press ENTER. 2 Use ui to select - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 110
playback (Video Select) This unit can display video from a different source on TV during audio playback. You can set this for each input source. n Supported input sources: CDz / Tuner / HEOS Music / Phono z This cannot be set when any of the HDMI, component video or video connectors are assigned - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 111
Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment (Picture Mode) n Supported input sources : CBL/SAT / DVD / Blu-ray / Game suited for watching movies in a dark room at night. Adjusts the picture quality manually. 4 Press ENTER. 0 "Picture Mode" settings are stored for each input - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 112
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) You can play back the music being played back in MAIN ZONE simultaneously in ZONE2 (another room). It is useful when you want to enjoy the same music at the same time in multiple rooms - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 113
by digital broadcasting, and even by streaming movies and music from internet-based subscription services. This unit supports playback of almost all of these multi-channel audio formats. It also supports surround playback of audio formats other than multi-channel audio such as 2-channel stereo - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 114
selected at the previous playback. 0 If the content played back does not support the previously selected sound mode, the most appropriate sound mode for the content as well as channel based content. The default setting of this receiver is Dolby Atmos/ Surround. GExampleH When MOVIE is pressed MOVIE - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 115
Contents Connections Playback Direct playback Sound recorded in source is played as is. 1 Press PURE to select "Direct". Direct playback begins. 0 This can also be set by pressing PURE DIRECT on the main unit. Settings Tips Appendix Pure Direct playback This mode is for playback with higher - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 116
Contents Connections Playback Auto surround playback This mode detects the type of input digital signal, and automatically selects the corresponding mode for playback. Perform stereo playback when the input signal is PCM. When the input signal is Dolby Digital or DTS, the music is played back - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 117
contents encoded with Dolby Digital Plus. Dolby Digital Please select this mode to play back the contents encoded with Dolby Digital. z This mode is not supported in a 5.1-channel or less speaker configuration. Front panel Display Rear panel 117 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 118
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix DTS sound mode Sound mode type Description DTS Surround DTS ES Dscrt6.1z1 DTS ES Mtrx6.1z1 This mode can be selected when playing sources recorded in DTS. This mode is suitable for playing discs recorded in DTS-ES. The surround back - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 119
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix PCM multi-channel sound mode Sound mode type Description Multi Ch In This mode can be selected when playing multi-channel PCM sources. Original sound mode Sound mode type Multi Ch Stereo Virtual Description This mode is for enjoying - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 120
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Stereo sound mode Sound mode type Stereo Direct sound mode Sound mode type Direct Pure Direct Description This mode plays 2-channel stereo audio with no additional surround sound processing. 0 Sound is output from the front left and right - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 121
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 0 The following sound modes can be selected using the MOVIE, MUSIC and GAME buttons. 0 Adjust the sound field effect with the menu "Surround Parameter" to enjoy surround sound the way you - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 122
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix . Input signal Multi-channel z6 Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD Dolby Atmos DTS Sound mode Stereo Dolby Digital z5 Dolby Digital + Dolby Surround z5 Dolby Digital + Neural:X z5 Dolby Digital Plus z5 Dolby Digital Plus + Dolby - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 123
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix . Input signal DTS-HD / DTS Express DTS:X PCM multi-channel Multi-channel z6 Sound mode DTS-HD HI RESz5 DTS-HD MSTR z5 DTS Express z5 DTS-HD + Dolby Surround z5 DTS-HD + Neural:X z5 DTS-HD + Virtual:X z3 DTS:X z5 DTS:X MSTR z5 DTS:X + - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 124
Contents Connections o Views on the display Playback . DD+ + DSu DVD qw A Shows a decoder to be used. 0 In the case of the Dolby Digital Plus decoder, "W" is displayed. B Shows a decoder that creates sound output. 0 "V" indicates that the Dolby Surround decoder is being used. Settings Tips - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 125
HDMI Control function for all devices connected by HDMI cable. 0 Please consult the operating instructions for the connected devices to check the settings. 0 Carry out steps 2 and 3 . Check the owner's manual of each device for details beforehand. Front panel Display Rear panel 125 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 126
TV remote control. 1 Enable the HDMI Control function of this unit and the TV. (v p. 162) 2 Set "Smart Menu" to "On" on this unit. (v p. 164) 3 Select "AV Receiver" in a TV menu such as "Input"z or "Operate Connected HDMI Device"z. The Smart Menu of this unit is displayed on the TV. 0 This unit can - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 127
Contents Connections Playback o Setup Menu Displays a setup menu for configuring the settings of this unit. o Smart Select Calls up the "Smart Select" items registered to this unit. NOTE 0 If the "HDMI Control" - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 128
Contents Connections Sleep timer function Playback MAIN ZONE2 SLEEP Settings Tips Appendix You can have the power automatically switched to standby once a set time has elapsed. This is convenient for viewing and listening while going to sleep. The sleep timer function can be set for each - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 129
Contents Connections Playback Using the sleep timer 1 Press MAIN or ZONE2 to select the operating zone with the remote control. The button for the selected zone is lit. 2 Press SLEEP and display the time you want to set. 0 The SLEEP indicator lights up on the display and the sleep timer starts. 0 - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 130
Contents Connections Smart select function MAIN ZONE2 Playback Settings Tips Appendix Settings such as the input source, volume level and sound mode can be registered to the SMART SELECT 1 - 4 buttons. You can simply press one of the registered SMART SELECT buttons in subsequent playbacks to - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 131
Contents Connections Playback Settings Calling up the settings 1 Press MAIN or ZONE2 to select the operating zone with the remote control. The button for the selected zone is lit. 2 Press SMART SELECT. The Smart Select settings registered to the button you pressed are called up. 0 The default - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 132
to a different name. For the name change method, see "Smart Select Names" (v p. 209). 0 Press and hold SMART SELECT while a radio station is being received is being played back with any of the following sources, the current radio station is memorized. 0 Tuner / Internet Radio Station Front panel - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 133
Contents Connections Playback Panel lock function To prevent accidental operation of this unit, you can disable operation of the buttons on the front panel. X M-DAX DIMMER STATUS ZONE2 SOURCE INTERNET RADIO . Settings Tips Appendix Disabling all key button operations 1 Press X while you - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 134
Contents Connections Playback Canceling the Panel lock function 1 Press X while you press and hold M-DAX and DIMMER with the unit in standby mode. 2 Press ZONE2 SOURCE or INTERNET RADIO to select "FP LOCK zOff". (z The currently set mode.) 3 Press STATUS to enter the setting. The Panel lock - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 135
unit in standby mode. 2 Use ZONE2 SOURCE or INTERNET RADIO to select "RC LOCK On". 3 Press STATUS to enter the setting. The infrared light receiving function is disabled. Enabling the remote sensor function 1 Press X while you press and hold M-DAX and DIMMER with the unit in standby mode. 2 Press - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 136
is the case, then change the settings of the security-related software. Network/Information Friendly Name DHCP Connection IP Address MAC Address Marantz NR1609 On Wired (Ethernet) 192.168.100.19 zzzzzz-000000 Checking the IP address. Displays the current network settings of the AVR 3 Start - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 137
Contents Connections Playback 4 Enter the IP address of this unit in browser's address box. For example, if the IP address of this unit is "192.168.100.19", enter "http://192.168.100.19". http://192.168.100.19 File Edit View Favorites Tools Help 5 When the top menu is displayed on the web browser - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 138
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) You can operate this unit to enjoy audio in a room (ZONE2) that is different from the room where this unit is placed (MAIN ZONE). You can simultaneously play back the same source in both the MAIN ZONE and - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 139
Contents Connections Playback o Connection 2 : Connection using an external amplifier (ZONE2) The audio signals of this unit's ZONE2 audio output connectors are output to the ZONE2 amplifiers and played on these amplifiers. MAIN ZONE ZONE2 This unit R L Power amplifier AUX IN Settings - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 140
Contents Connections Playback in ZONE2 Playback ZONE2 Input source select buttons MUTE : POWER X VOLUME df Settings Tips Appendix 1 Press ZONE2 to set the operating zone to ZONE2 with the remote control. The ZONE2 button lights. 2 Press POWER X to turn on the ZONE2 power. The ( indicator on - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 141
Contents Connections Playback o Adjusting the volume (ZONE2) Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume. 0 At time of purchase, "Volume Limit" is set to "70 (-10 dB)". (v p. 208) 0 Turn VOLUME after pressing ZONE2 SOURCE on the main unit to adjust the volume. o Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 142
154 settings. Graphic EQ Uses the graphic equalizer to adjust the tone of each speaker. 156 Picture Adjust Adjusts picture quality. 158 HDMI Setup Makes settings for HDMI Audio Out, HDMI Pass Through and HDMI Control settings. 160 Output Settings Makes settings for video output. 165 On - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 143
of the connected speakers and listening room are measured and the optimum settings are made automatically. Sets up the speakers manually or changes Audyssey® Setup settings. Page 171 173 173 173 174 175 185 Displays network information. 196 Selects whether to connect the home network - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 144
sign in. Create Account Creates new HEOS Account. . Forgot Password HEOS Account If you forgot your password, we'll send you an email with instructions about how to reset it. 【When the user is signed in the HEOS Account】 Signed in As Displays your HEOS Account. Change Location Selects your - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 145
updates and upgrades, updates the firmware, and sets up the notification message display. Shows information about this unit settings, input signals, etc. Selects whether or not to send anonymous usage data to Marantz manual "Quick Start Guide" Front panel Display Rear panel 145 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 146
Tips Appendix Menu operations 1 Press MAIN on the remote control unit to set the operating zone to the MAIN ZONE. The MAIN button lights. 2 Press SETUP. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 3 Use ui p to select the menu to be set or operated, then press ENTER. 4 Use o p to change - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 147
Contents Connections Playback Audio Make audio-related settings. Center Level Adjust Adjusts the center channel volume to clarify the dialog for all sources. o Center Adjusts the volume output from the center channel. -12.0 dB - +12.0 dB (Default: 0.0 dB) 0 This setting is also reflected in the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 148
Contents Connections Playback Surround Parameter You can adjust the surround audio sound field effects to match your preferences. The items (parameters) that can be adjusted depend on the signal being input and the currently set sound mode. For details on the adjustable parameters, see "Sound - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 149
Contents Connections Playback o Dynamic Compression Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds). Auto: Low / Medium / High: Off: Automatic dynamic range compression on/off control according to source. These set the compression level. Dynamic range compression is always off - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 150
Contents Connections Playback o Center Spread Center Spread expands the center channel signal to left and right front speakers to create a wider frontal audio image for the listener. It is optimized and designed primary for playback of stereo music content. On: Off (Default): Use "Center - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 151
Contents Connections Playback M-DAX Compressed audio formats such as MP3, WMA (Windows Media Audio) and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the amount of data by eliminating signal components that are hard for the human ear to hear. The "M-DAX" function generates the signals eliminated upon compression, restoring - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 152
Correct automatically. Do not correct automatically. Settings Tips Appendix o Adjust The timing mismatch between the picture and sound needs to be corrected manually. 0 ms - 500 ms (Default : 0 ms) 0 You can also finely adjust the delay correction value set by "Auto Lip Sync". 0 Adjust for game - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 153
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Volume Set the MAIN ZONE (room where the unit is located) volume setting. o Scale Set how volume is displayed. 0 - 98 (Default): Display in the range 0 (Min) to 98. -79.5 dB - 18.0 dB: Display ---dB (Min), in the range -79.5 dB to 18 - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 154
Settings Tips Appendix o MultEQ® MultEQ® compensates for both time and frequency characteristics of the listening area based on "Audyssey® Setup" measurement results. Selection is done from three types of compensation curves. We recommend the "Reference" setting. Reference (Default): L/R Bypass - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 155
Contents Connections Playback o Dynamic EQ Solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics. Works with MultEQ®. On (Default): Off: Use "Dynamic - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 156
Connections Playback o Dynamic Volume Solves the problem of large variations in volume level between TV not use "Dynamic Volume". 0 If "Dynamic Volume" is set to "Yes" in "Audyssey® Setup", the setting is automatically changed to "Medium". (v p. 175) Settings Tips Appendix Graphic EQ - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 157
dB - +6.0 dB (Default: 0.0 dB) Settings Tips Appendix o Curve Copy Copy the Flat correction curve created in Audyssey® Setup. 0 "Curve Copy" is displayed after Audyssey® Setup has been performed. 0 "Curve Copy" cannot be used when using headphones. o Set Defaults The "Graphic EQ" settings are - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 158
. A mode suited for watching movies in a bright room during the day. A mode suited for watching movies in a dark room at night. Adjusts the picture quality manually. No picture quality adjustment is done with this unit. Front panel Display Rear panel 158 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 159
Contents Connections Playback 0 The two special adjustment modes, "ISF Day" and "ISF Night", should be used by a certified technician to adjust the color calibration to match the installation conditions. We recommend that the settings and adjustments be carried out by an ISFcertified technician. - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 160
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix HDMI Setup Make settings for HDMI Audio Out, HDMI Pass Through and HDMI Control settings. NOTE 0 When "HDMI Pass Through" and "HDMI Control" is set to "On", - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 161
Contents Connections Playback o Pass Through Source Sets the HDMI connector that inputs HDMI signals when in standby. Last: The most recently used input source will go into standby mode. CBL/SAT / DVD / Blu-ray / Game / AUX1 / AUX2 / Media Player / CDz (Default : CBL/SAT): Pass through the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 162
o ARC On the TV connected to the HDMI MONITOR connector, set whether to receive sound from the TV via HDMI. On: Off (Default): Use ARC function. Do not use ARC function. 0 Please consult the operating instructions for each connected device to check the settings. 0 Refer to "HDMI Control function - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 163
appropriate CEC control command to this unit. On (Default): Off: Select the "TV Audio" input automatically when receiving a command from the TV. Do not select the "TV Audio" input automatically when receiving a command from the TV. 0 "TV Audio Switching" can be set when "HDMI Control" is set to - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 164
Contents Connections Playback o Power Saving If "TV Speaker" is set as the audio output setting of your TV, this unit is automatically set to standby mode to reduce power consumption. This function is activated in the following cases. 0 When "TV Audio" is selected as the input source of this - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 165
Contents Connections Playback Output Settings Makes settings for video output. 0 This can be set when "HDMI", "COMP" or "VIDEO" is assigned for each input source. (v p. 172) 0 "Resolution", "Progressive Mode" and "Aspect Ratio" can be set when "i/p Scaler" is set to anything other than "Off". (" - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 166
Contents Connections Playback o Video Conversion The input video signal is converted automatically in conjunction with the connected TV. (v p. 245) On (Default): Off: The input video signal is converted. The input video signal is not converted. Settings Tips Appendix o i/p Scaler Set the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 167
for HDMI output of the analog video input and HDMI input. Auto (Default): 480p/576p / 1080i / 720p / 1080p / 1080p:24Hz / 4K : The resolution supported by the TV connected to the HDMI MONITOR OUT connector is detected automatically and the appropriate output resolution is set. Set the output - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 168
Contents Connections Playback On Screen Display Select the on-screen display user interface preferences. o Volume Sets where to display the volume level. Bottom (Default): Top: Off: Display at the bottom. Display at the top. Turn display off. 0 When the master volume display is hard to see - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 169
4K 60p 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4K 60p 4:2:0 10 bit video signals. Settings Tips Appendix GRelation between the "4K Signal Format" setting and supported resolutionsH Support Resolution Color Space Pixel Depth 4K Signal Format Enhanced Standard (Default) 4K 24p, 4K RGB / 8 bit P P 30p, 4K 25p - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 170
connected playback device or HDMI cable. In this case, change this setting to "Standard". 0 "Custom" is displayed for the setting item if our service engineers or custom installers has configured the HDMI signal format for this unit. 0 "4K Signal Format" can also be set by the following procedure - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 171
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Inputs Perform settings related to input source playback. You do not have to change the settings to use the unit. Make settings when needed. . Input Assign By making connections as indicated by the input sources printed on the audio/video - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 172
Contents Connections Playback o HDMI Set this to change the HDMI input connectors assigned to the input sources. 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / FRONT: - : Assign an HDMI input connector to the selected input source. Do not assign an HDMI input connector to the selected input source. 0 When "HDMI - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 173
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Source Rename Change the display name for input source. This is convenient when the name of your device and the input source name of this unit are different. You can change the name to suit your needs. When the renaming is completed, the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 174
Contents Connections Playback Input Select Set the audio input mode of each input source. The input modes available for selection may vary depending on the input source. 0 "Input Select" settings are stored for each input source. o Input Mode Set the audio input modes for the different input - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 175
automatically. This is called "Audyssey® Setup". You do not have to perform Audyssey® Setup when you have already performed "Speaker Calibration" in "Setup Assistant". To set up the speakers manually, use "Manual Setup" on the menu. (v p. 185) Audyssey® Setup To perform measurement, place the Sound - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 176
is the position where listeners would normally sit or where one would normally sit alone within the listening environment. Before starting Audyssey® Setup, place the Sound calibration microphone in the main listening position. Audyssey MultEQ® uses the measurements from this position to calculate - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 177
Contents Connections Playback Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) Preparation Measurement Calculation & Store Check Finish Settings Tips Appendix 1 Attach the Sound calibration microphone to the supplied microphone stand or own tripod and install it - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 178
is connected, the following screen is displayed. Audyssey Setup Your AV receiver can automatically measure the acoustics of your room then in the "Amp Assign" settings. (v p. 185) 5 Follow the instructions on the screen display and press "Next" to proceed further. .. Front panel Display Rear - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 179
Tips Appendix 6 When the following screen is displayed, select "Begin Test" and then press ENTER. Start the measurement of the first position. Audyssey Setup Select "Begin Test" to start the calibration. NOTE: You will hear a series of loud chirps starting and stopping during the tests. Ear Height - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 180
to position 2, select "Continue", then press ENTER. The measurement of the second position starts. Measurements can be made in up to six positions. Audyssey Setup Place the microphone ear level of the listener seated at the 2nd listening position, which should be no more than 2ft (60cm) away from - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 181
and storage ends, unplug the Sound calibration microphone from the SETUP MIC jack on the main unit and then press "Next". Audyssey Setup Now Analyzing and correcting your room data. Please disconnect the microphone from your AV receiver. Applying room corrections Back 100% Next .. 0 Dynamic EQ - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 182
added electrical delay common in subwoofers. NOTE 0 Do not change the speaker connection or subwoofer volume after Audyssey® Setup. If these are changed, run Audyssey® Setup again in order to configure the optimum equalizer settings. Settings Tips Appendix Front panel Display Rear panel 182 - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 183
. Examples Error details Measures No speakers found. 0 Sound calibration microphone is not detected. 0 Connect the included Sound calibration microphone to the SETUP MIC jack of this unit. 0 Not all speakers could be detected. 0 Check the speaker connections. Ambient noise is too high or - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 184
measurement result (value calculated at the start by MultEQ®) even when you have changed each setting manually. Audyssey Setup Your AV receiver can automatically measure the acoustics of your room then optimize your speakers using the included microphone and microphone stand. Set the following items - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 185
, you will no longer be able to select Audyssey MultEQ®, Audyssey Dynamic EQ® or Audyssey Dynamic Volume®. (v p. 154) 0 "Manual Setup" can be used without changing the settings. Please set if necessary. Amp Assign Select the power amplifier usage method to match your speaker system. See " - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 186
Contents ZONE2 (Default): Bi-Amp: Front B: Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setting to assign the unit's built-in power amplifier for ZONE2 and output the audio in stereo. Setting to use the front speakers via the bi-amp connection. Setting for playback using a second front speaker. - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 187
Contents Connections Playback o Center Set the presence and size of the center speaker. Large: Small (Default): None: Use a large speaker that can adequately play back very low bass frequencies. Use a small speaker that has inadequate playback capacity for very low bass frequencies. Select - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 188
Contents Connections Playback o Surr. Back Set the presence, size and number of surround back speakers. Large: Small (Default): None: Use a large speaker that can adequately play back very low bass frequencies. Use a small speaker that has inadequate playback capacity for very low bass - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 189
Contents Connections Playback o Top Front Set the presence and size of the top front speakers. Large: Small (Default): None: Use a large speaker that can adequately play back very low bass frequencies. Use a small speaker that has inadequate playback capacity for very low bass frequencies. - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 190
Contents Connections Playback o Front Dolby Set the presence and size of the front Dolby speakers. Large: Small (Default): None: Use a large speaker that can adequately play back very low bass frequencies. Use a small speaker that has inadequate playback capacity for very low bass frequencies. - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 191
Contents Connections Playback Distances Set distance from listening position to speakers. Measure beforehand the distance from the listening position to each speaker. o Unit Set the unit of distance. Feet (Default) Meters o Step Set the minimum variable width of the distance. 1 ft / 0.1 ft ( - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 192
Contents Connections Playback o Dolby Speaker Setup Set the distance between the Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker and the ceiling. 3.0 ft - 11.0 ft / 0.90 m - 3.30 m (Default: 6.0 ft / 1.80 m) 0 This can be set when " - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 193
in accordance with the lower limit frequency of the base frequencies that can be played back through each speaker. See the speaker manual for information concerning speaker crossover frequency. o Speaker Selection Selects how to set the crossover frequency. All (Default): Sets the same crossover - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 194
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Bass Set subwoofer and LFE signal range playback. o Subwoofer Mode Select low range signals to be reproduced by subwoofer. LFE (Default): The low range signal of the channel set to "Small" speaker size is added to the LFE signal output - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 195
Contents Connections Playback Front Speaker Set the front speaker A/B to use for every sound mode. A (Default): Front speaker A is used. B : Front speaker B is used. A+B : Both front speakers A and B are used. 0 This can be set when "Assign Mode" is set to "Front B". (v p. 186) Settings - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 196
to use your home network (LAN). When assigning an IP address to each device manually, you need to assign an IP address to this unit using the "IP network using wireless LAN, select "Wireless (WiFi)" and configure the "Wi-Fi Setup". (v p. 197) o Connect Using Select the method for connecting to the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 197
Contents Connections Playback Wi-Fi Setup Connect to a wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) Marantz NR1609" from "SET UP NEW AIRPLAY SPEAKER..." at the bottom of the Wi-Fi configuration screen of your iOS device. 3. Tap "Next" on the screen of the iOS device. 0 The iOS device firmware version needs to support - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 198
. 0 The time for pressing the button varies depending on the router. 3. Select "Connect" on the TV screen within 2 minutes. Settings Tips Appendix o Manual Enter the name (SSID) and password of the network you wish to connect to. 1. Set the following items. SSID: Security: Password: Input the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 199
supports wireless LAN connection. 1. Press and hold the M-DAX and SOUND MODE buttons on the main unit for at least 3 seconds when the power of the unit is on. 2. Connect the wireless LAN of the PC or tablet used to "Marantz NR1609 or manually . Front panel Display Rear panel 199 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 200
settings automatically from your router. Off: Configure the network settings manually. o IP Address Set the IP address within the ranges shown you do not understand about Internet connection, contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider) or the store from which you purchased your computer. Front - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 201
Dining Room / Master Bedroom / Bedroom / Den / Office / Other 0 Up to 30 characters can be input. 0 The default Friendly Name on first use is "Marantz NR1609". o Set Defaults Restores Friendly Name, which you had changed, to the default setting. Front panel Display Rear panel 201 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 202
Contents Connections Playback Diagnostics Used to check the network connection. o Physical Connection Checks the physical LAN port connection. OK Error: The LAN cable is not connected. Check the connection. Settings Tips Appendix o Internet Access Checks whether this unit has access to - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 203
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix HEOS Account Make HEOS Account-related settings. HEOS Account is needed in order to use HEOS Favorites. The menu displayed differs depending on the status of the HEOS Account. You have not signed in o I have a HEOS Account If you already - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 204
. ECO Configure the ECO Mode and auto standby mode settings. o ECO Mode This mode can reduce the power consumption and heat generation of your AV receiver when power on. This is done by reducing the power supply line to the power amplifier, in turn the maximum power output. Front panel Display - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 205
Contents On: Auto: Off (Default): Connections Playback Power savings are always active, regardless of volume or input signal. Gives you the best balance between power savings and maximum power output: For low volume levels, the power savings are active. If you increase the volume level, the power - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 206
Contents Connections Playback o Power On Default Set the mode to ECO when the power is on. Last (Default): On: Auto: Off: The ECO Mode will be set to the previous setting before the power was switched off. When power is turned on, the mode will always be switched to the ECO Mode in "On". When - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 207
Contents Connections Playback o Auto Standby Set so the unit power automatically switches to standby. n MAIN ZONE Sets the time for switching to auto standby when there are no audio or video signals input into this unit. Before the unit enters standby mode, "Auto Standby" is displayed on the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 208
Contents Connections Playback ZONE2 Setup Makes settings for audio playback with ZONE2. 0 Values set for "Volume Limit" and "Power On Volume" are displayed according to the setting specified for the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 209
Contents Connections Playback o Power On Volume Define the volume setting that is active when the power is turned on. Last (Default): Mute: 1 - 98 (-79 dB - 18 dB): Use the memorized setting from the last session. Always mute when power is turned on. The volume is adjusted to the set level. 0 - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 210
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Trigger Out Select the conditions for activating trigger out. For details about how to connect the DC OUT jack, see "DC OUT jack" (v p. 65). n When setting for zone (MAIN ZONE / ZONE2) Trigger out is activated through linkage to the power of - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 211
message display for upgrades. o Check for Update Check for firmware updates. The firmware can be updated if a firmware update has been released. Update Now: Execute the update process. When the update starts, the menu screen is shut down. During the update, the progress is shown on the display - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 212
Enables this unit to receive updates and upgrades. Prevents this unit from receiving update and upgrade. 0 This setting causes Incompatibilities between this unit and HEOS App. Settings Tips Appendix o Upgrade Notification When the latest Upgrade firmware is available, a notification message - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 213
"Update" function and "Add New Feature" will be announced on the Marantz website each time related plans are defined. See the Marantz successful, "Upgrade Error" message appears in the display. See "Troubleshooting" - "Update/upgrade error messages" for information on upgrade error messages. (v - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 214
MAIN ZONE. The information displayed differs according to the input source. This item shows information about settings for ZONE2. o Firmware Version: DTS Version: Displays information for the current firmware. Displays the current DTS version. Front panel Display Rear panel 214 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 215
messages are displayed. Notification messages are not displayed. Settings Tips Appendix Usage Data To help us improve our products and customer service, Marantz collects anonymous information about how you use this unit (such as frequently used input sources and sound modes and speaker settings - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 216
memory device are restored. When the saved settings are restored correctly, "Loaded" appears on the display and the unit automatically restarts. Setup Lock Protect settings from inadvertent changes. o Lock On: Off (Default): Turn protection on. Turn protection off. 0 When cancelling the setting - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 217
Contents Connections Playback Reset Returns settings to the factory default. Initialization can be performed for all unit settings or for Network settings only. o All Settings All settings are reset to the factory default values. o Network Settings Only network settings are reset to the factory - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 218
remote control ZONE2 ZONE2 operations can be disabled using the remote control. 1 Press and hold ZONE2 and SETUP. The MAIN and ZONE2 buttons blink. o Canceling the settings 1 Press and hold ZONE2 and SETUP while configuring the setting. The MAIN and ZONE2 buttons blink and the setting is canceled - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 219
TV remote control 221 Settings Tips Appendix Troubleshooting Power does not turn on / devices cannot be played back 233 Bluetooth cannot be played back 234 The services cannot be played 237 The HDMI Control function does not work 237 Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 238 Update - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 220
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips I want the volume not to become too loud by mistake 0 Set the volume upper limit for "Volume Limit" in the menu beforehand. This prevents children or others from increasing the volume too much by mistake. You can set this for each zone - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 221
Perform Audyssey® Setup. This automatically Tuner, CD, Phono, HEOS Music, USB or Bluetooth. (v p. 110) I want to skip unused this unit using the TV remote control 0 Select "AV Receiver" in a TV menu such as "Input"z or manual of your TV for details. Front panel Display Rear panel 221 Remote - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 222
Contents Connections Playback 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? Settings Tips Appendix 0 If steps 1 to 3 above do - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 223
) 0 Turn down the volume and turn on the power again. (v p. 68) 0 This unit's amplifier circuit has failed. Unplug the power cord and contact our customer service center. Power does not turn off even when the power button is pressed, and the display shows "ZONE2 On". 0 The power supply of ZONE2 is - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 224
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit. 0 Batteries are worn out. Replace with new batteries. (v p. 9) 0 Operate the remote control unit within a distance - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 225
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix No sound comes out No sound comes out of speakers. 0 Check the connections for all devices. (v p. 35) 0 Insert connection cables all the way in. 0 Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected. 0 Check cables - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 226
to "AVR". To output from the TV, set "TV". (v p. 160) 0 When using the HDMI Control function, check that the audio output is set to the AV amplifier on the TV. (v p. 125) No sound comes out of a specific speaker. 0 Check that speaker cables are properly connected. 0 Check that a selection other than - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 227
® cannot be selected. 0 These cannot be selected when you have not performed Audyssey® Setup. (v p. 175) 0 Switch to a sound mode other than "Direct" or . 0 When listening to audio from a Bluetooth device in ZONE2, remove any obstructions between the Bluetooth device and this unit and use it within - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 228
power supply to devices that cause interference. - Change the settings of the router channel to which this unit is connected to. (See the instruction manual of the wireless router for details on how to change the channel.) - Switch to a wired LAN connection. 0 Particularly when you play back large - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 229
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix No video is shown on the TV No picture appears. 0 Check the connections for all devices. (v p. 51) 0 Insert connection cables all the way in. 0 Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected. 0 Check cables for - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 230
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix No video from an input source such as a game console is shown on the TV. 0 When special video signals are input from a game console, etc., the Video Conversion function may not function. Connect the input connector to the monitor output - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 231
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix The menu screen is not displayed on the TV The menu screen or status information screen is not displayed on the TV. 0 The menu screen is only displayed on this unit and a TV connected with an HDMI cable. If this unit is connected to a TV - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 232
not connected to the same network (LAN). Connect it to the same LAN as this unit. (v p. 62) 0 The firmware on iTunes / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad is not compatible with AirPlay. Update the firmware to the latest version. Audio is not output. 0 The volume on iTunes / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad is set - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 233
an AC adapter, use the AC adapter that came with the drive. Files on the USB memory device are not displayed. 0 Files of a type not supported by this unit are not displayed. (v p. 70) 0 This unit is able to display files in a maximum of eight folder layers. A maximum of 5000 files (folders - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 234
devices cannot be connected to this unit. 0 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. 0 Bring the Bluetooth device near to this unit. 0 The Bluetooth device cannot connect with this unit if it - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 235
in a format that is not supported by this unit. Formats that can ) 0 To obtain the IP address manually, set the IP address on this unit service. Select a radio station in service. Cannot connect to favorite radio stations. 0 Radio station is not currently in service. Register radio stations in service - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 236
unit. Change the settings to allow this unit. For details, see the owner's manual of the server or NAS. Server is not found, or it is not (v p. 62) Files on PC or NAS are not displayed. 0 Files of a type not supported by this unit are not displayed. (v p. 249) Music stored on a NAS cannot be played - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 237
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Various online services cannot be played Various online services cannot be played. 0 The online service may have been discontinued. The HDMI Control function does not work The HDMI Control function does not work. 0 Check that "HDMI Control" - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 238
or "Manual" method to connect. Cannot connect to the network using iPhone/iPod touch/iPad. 0 Update the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad firmware to the latest version. 0 When configuring the settings via a wireless connection, iOS 7 or later needs to be supported - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 239
update again. Update failed. Please check your network, then try again. The download of the firmware failed. Check your network environment and try the update update restarts automatically. Please contact customer service in your area. This unit may be broken. Contact our Customer Service Center - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 240
Tips Appendix Resetting factory settings If the indicators are incorrect or the unit cannot be operated, restarting the unit may improve the problem. We recommend restarting the unit before returning the settings to the default settings. (v p. 222) If the operations are not improved by restarting - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 241
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. 222) If the operations are not improved by restarting - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 242
an abbreviation of High-Definition Multimedia Interface, which is an AV digital interface that can be connected to a TV or shades) to produce colors in higher definition. Both devices linked via HDMI must support Deep Color. 0 x.v.Color This function lets HDTVs display colors more accurately. It - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 243
to the TV power off step. 0 Audio output destination switching From the TV, you can switch whether to output audio from the TV or the AV amplifier. 0 Volume adjustment You can adjust this unit's volume in the TV volume adjustment operation. 0 Input source switching You can switch this unit input - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 244
technology comprised of data encryption and authentication of the connected AV devices. This unit supports HDCP. 0 If a device that does not support HDCP is connected, video and audio are not output correctly. Read the owner's manual of your television or player for more information. 0 When - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 245
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Video conversion function This unit automatically converts the input video signals as shown in the diagram before outputting them to the TV. Video device This unit HDMI-compatible TV Appendix Output HDMI signal Input (IN) HDMI connector HDMI - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 246
/576i 480p/576p 720p 1080i 1080p 480i/576i 480i/576i HDMI 480p/576p 720p 1080i 1080p 1080p 24Hz z The HDMI connector on the front panel supports YCbCr 4:2:0 format only. 4K 30/25/24Hz 4K 60/50Hz z Front panel Display Rear panel 246 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 247
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back a USB memory devices 0 This unit is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standard. 0 This unit can show the artwork that was embedded by using MP3 ID3-Tag Ver. 2.3 or 2.4. 0 This unit is compatible with WMA META tags. 0 If the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 248
device capacity and the file size. Settings Tips Appendix Playing back a Bluetooth device This unit supports the following Bluetooth profile. 0 A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile): When a Bluetooth device that supports this standard is connected, monaural and stereo sound data can be - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 249
Server or jRiver Media Server, needs to be installed on your computer or NAS for full support. There are other server software available too. Please check supported formats. o Specifications of supported files WMAz1 MP3 WAV MPEG-4 AACz1 FLAC Apple Losslessz2 DSD Sampling frequency 32/44.1/48 kHz - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 250
Contents Connections Playback Playing back Internet Radio o Playable broadcast station specifications WMA MP3 MPEG-4 AAC Sampling frequency 32/44.1/48 kHz 32/44.1/48 kHz 32/44.1/48 kHz Bit rate 48 - 192 kbps 32 - 320 kbps 16 - 320 kbps Extension .wma .mp3 .aac/ .m4a/ .mp4 Settings Tips - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 251
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Sound modes and channel output S This indicates the audio output channels or surround parameters that can be set. D This indicates the audio output channels. The output channels depend on the settings of "Speaker Config.". (v p. 186) Appendix . - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 252
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips z1 The applicable sound mode includes "Dolby Surround" and sound modes that have "+Dolby Surround" in the sound mode name. z2 The applicable sound mode includes "DTS Neural:X" and sound modes that have "+Neural:X" in the sound mode name. z3 The - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 253
Contents Connections Playback Settings Sound modes and surround parameters Tips Appendix . Sound mode Direct/Pure Direct (2-channel) z1 Direct/Pure Direct (Multi-channel) z1 Stereo Dolby Atmos Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Digital Dolby Surround DTS:X DTS-HD DTS Express DTS 96/24 DTS - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 254
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix . Sound mode Tone z8 Center Level Adjust Direct/Pure Direct (2-channel) z1 Direct/Pure Direct (Multi-channel) z1 S Stereo S Dolby Atmos S S Dolby TrueHD S S Dolby Digital Plus S S Dolby Digital S S Dolby Surround S S - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 255
". (v p. 155) z9 This item cannot be set when "Subwoofer" in the menu is set to "No". (v p. 187) z10 This item cannot be set when Audyssey® Setup (Speaker Calibration) has not been performed. z11 This item cannot be selected when a DTS:X format with a sampling frequency of over 48 kHz is input. z12 - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 256
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes F This indicates the default sound mode. S This indicates the selectable sound mode. Appendix . Sound mode Direct Direct Pure Direct Pure Direct Stereo Stereo Dolby Surround Dolby Atmos Dolby - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 257
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix . Sound mode DTS Surround DTS:X MSTR / DTS:X DTS-HD MSTR DTS-HD HI RES DTS Express DTS ES Dscrt 6.1 DTS ES Mtrx 6.1 DTS 96/24 DTS Surround DTS (-HD) + Dolby Surround DTS (-HD) + Neural:X DTS (-HD) / DTS:X + Virtual:X DTS Neural:X DTS - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 258
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix z1 This item can be selected when using any of the Surround Back, Front Height, Top Front, Top Middle, Front Dolby or Surround Dolby speaker. z2 The default sound mode for the AirPlay playback is "Direct". z3 This can be selected when the - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 259
a large listening area. Based on several room measurements, MultEQ® calculates an equalization solution that corrects for both time and frequency response problems in the listening area and also performs a fully automated surround system setup. Front panel Display Rear panel 259 Remote Index - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 260
introduction of a height plane of sound above the listener. Dolby Atmos Stream Dolby Atmos content will be delivered to your Dolby Atmos Enabled AV receiver via Dolby Digital Plus or Dolby TrueHD on Blu-ray Disc, downloadable files and streaming media. A Dolby Atmos stream contains special metadata - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 261
developed by Dolby Laboratories, using lossless coding technology to faithfully reproduce the sound of the studio master. This format provides the facility to support up to 8 audio channels with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz/24 bit resolution and up to 6 audio channels with a sampling frequency of - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 262
data. DTS-HD Master Audio DTS-HD Master Audio is a lossless audio format created by Digital Theater System (DTS). This format provides the facility to support up to 8 audio channels with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz/24 bit resolution and up to 6 audio channels with a sampling frequency of 192 kHz - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 263
Contents Connections Playback DTS Neural:X Enables an immersive audio experience for older content. DTS Neural:X can upmix your stereo, 5.1 or 7.1 content to take full advantage of all speakers in your surround sound system. DTS Virtual:X DTS Virtual:X allows you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 264
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 265
Contents Connections Playback Speaker impedance This is an AC resistance value, indicated in Ω (ohms). Greater power can be obtained when this value is smaller. Dialogue normalization function This function operates automatically during playback of Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 266
authentication system for mutual authentication when a preset character string matches on the wireless LAN access point and client. Network Names (SSID: Service Set Identifier) When forming wireless LAN networks, groups are formed to prevent interference, data theft, etc. These groups are based on - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 267
where this unit is placed is called the MAIN ZONE. Pairing Pairing (registration) is an operation that is required in order to connect a Bluetooth device to this unit using Bluetooth. When paired, the devices authenticate each other and can connect without mistaken connections occurring. When using - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 268
pending. Audyssey MultEQ®, Audyssey Dynamic EQ® and Audyssey Dynamic Volume® are registered trademarks of Audyssey Laboratories. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by D&M Holdings Inc. is under license. Other trademarks - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 269
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix . .. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc. DTS, the Symbol, DTS and the Symbol together, DTS:X, the DTS:X logo, Virtual:X, and the DTS Virtual:X logo are registered trademarks and/or - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 270
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Specifications o Audio section 0 Power amplifier Rated output: Output connectors: Front: 50 W + 50 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 70 W + 70 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Center: 50 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.08 % - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 271
Contents Connections Playback Settings 0 Analog Input sensitivity: Frequency response: S/N: 0 Phono equalizer Input sensitivity: RIAA deviation: S/N: Distortion factor: 130 mV 10 Hz - 100 kHz - +1, -3 dB (Direct mode) 98 dB (IHF-A weighted, Direct mode) 2.5 mV ±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz) 74 dB (IHF - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 272
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips o Tuner section [FM] [AM] Reception frequency range: Effective sensitivity: 50 dB sensitivity: S/N ratio: Distortion: (Note: μV at 75 Ω/ohms, 0 dBf = 1 x 10 -15 W) 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz 1.2 μV (12.8 dBf) MONO ― 2.8 μV (20.2 dBf) MONO ― 70 dB (IHF-A - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 273
system: Transmission power: Maximum communication range: Used frequency range: Modulation scheme: Supported profiles: Corresponding codec: Transmission range (A2DP): Bluetooth Specification Version 3.0 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) Bluetooth Specification Power Class 1 Approx. 98.4 ft/30 m in line of - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 274
Contents Connections o Dimensions (Unit : in. (mm)) Playback Settings Tips Appendix 1 3/8 (34) 3 1/2 (87) 8 3/8 (210) 13 (328) 15 (378) 2 1/4 (55) (16) 3/4 17 3/8 (440) 4 1/4 (105) (14) 3 5/8 (91) 2 (50) o Weight : 18 lbs 5 oz (8.3 kg) . 13 1/2 (340) 2 1/4 (55) 5/8 2 (50) - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 275
207 v B Bi-amp 47 Bluetooth device 75 Blu-ray Disc player 56, 69 v C Cable TV 55 v D Direct sound mode 120 Display 18 Dolby Atmos 260 Dolby sound mode 117, 260 DTS sound mode 118, 261 DVD player 56, 69 v E ECO Mode 204 External control device 64 v F Firmware Update 211 FM/AM antenna - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 276
v R Rear panel 20 Remote control unit 24 Resetting factory settings 240 Resetting network settings 241 v S Satellite tuner 55 Set-top box 55 Setup Assistant 145 Sleep timer 128 Smart select 130 Sound mode 114, 251, 253 Speaker connection 35 Speaker settings 143, 175 Spotify 104 Stereo - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 277
Contents Connections Playback Settings v T Tips 220 Troubleshooting 222 TV 51, 52, 53 v U USB memory device 59, 70 v V Video camcorder 57 Video Conversion 166, 245 Video Select 110 Video settings 142, 158 Volume - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 278
the product. Marantz provides the source code based on the GPL and LPGL licenses at the actual cost upon your request to our customer service center. However, note that we make no guarantees concerning the source code. Please also understand that we do not offer support for - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 279
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 280
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 281
Contents Connections Playback n jQuery Copyright 2014 jQuery Foundation and other contributors http://jquery.com/ Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 282
into the same address space as the client using it, is licensed under the terms of the "Three-Clause BSD License". The Linux Name Service Switch code, contributed by National ICT Australia Ltd (NICTA) is licensed under the terms of the NICTA Public Software Licence (which is substantially similar - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 283
Contents Connections Playback n mongoose https://github.com/cesanta/mongoose/ Copyright (c) 2004-2013 Sergey Lyubka Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 284
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 285
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 286
Contents Connections Playback n sqlite 2003.5.7 SQLite Copyright SQLite is in the Public Domain All of the code and documentation in SQLite has been dedicated to the public domain by the authors. All code authors, and representatives of the companies they work for, have signed affidavits - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 287
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 288
Contents Connections Playback n zlib http://www.zlib.net/ zlib.h -- interface of the 'zlib' general purpose compression library version 1.2.3, July 18th, 2005 Copyright (C) 1995-2004 Jean-loup Gailly and Mark Adler This software is provided 'as-is', without any express or implied warranty. In no - Marantz NR1609 | Owners Manual English - Page 289
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AV Surround Receiver
NR1609
Owner’s Manual
Contents
Connections
Playback
Settings
Tips
Appendix
1
Front panel
Display
Rear panel
Remote
Index