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USER MANUAL SR8400 MARANTZ

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitutea risk of electric shock to persons.The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the userto the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructionsin the literature accompanying the product. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CATV (Cable-TV) system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable groundshall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limitsare designed to provide reasonable protectionagainst harmful interference in a residentialinstallation. This equipment generates, uses andcan radiate radio frequency energy and, if notinstalled and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference toradio communications. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does causeharmful interference to radio or televisionreception, which can be determined by tuning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to tryto correct the interference by one or more of thefollowing measures:- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.- Increase the separation between the equipmentand receiver.- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuitdifferent from that to which the receiver isconnected.- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for help. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENTThis product was designed and manufactured tomeet strict quality and safety standards. There are,however, some installation and operationprecautions which you should be particularlyaware of.1. Read Instructions – All the safety andoperating instructions should be read beforethe product is operated.2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operatinginstructions should be retained for futurereference.3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the productand in the operating instructions should beadhered to.4. Follow Instructions – All operating and useinstructions should be followed.5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the walloutlet before cleaning. Do not use liquidcleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dampcloth for cleaning.6. Attachments – Do not use attachments notrecommended by the product manufactureras they may cause hazards.7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this productnear water-for example, near a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wetbasement, or near a swimming pool, and thelike.8. Accessories – Do not place this product on anunstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.The product may fall, causing serious injury toa child or adult, and serious damage to theproduct. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table recommended by themanufacturer, or sold with the product. Anymounting of the product should follow themanufacturer’s instructions, and should use amounting accessory recommended by themanufacturer.9. A product and cart combination should bemoved with care. Quick stops, excessiveforce, and uneven surfaces may cause theproduct and cart combination to overturn.10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinetare provided for ventilation and to ensurereliable operation of the product and to protectit from overheating, and these openings mustnot be blocked or covered. The openingsshould never be blocked by placing theproduct on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similarsurface. This product should not be placed ina built-in installation such as a bookcase orrack unless proper ventilation is provided orthe manufacturer’s instructions have beenadhered to.11. Power Sources – This product should beoperated only from the type of power sourceindicated on the marking label. If you are notsure of the type of power supply to your home,consult your product dealer or local powercompany. For products intended to operatefrom battery power, or other sources, refer tothe operating instructions. SR8400UDFU00cover 04.1.7, 11:20 AMPage 8 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating- current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

14. Protective Attachment Plug – The product is

equipped with an attachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the original plug.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside

antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna- discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure 1.

16. Lightning – For added protection for this

product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

17. Power Lines – An outside antenna system

should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets,

extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects

of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

20. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this

product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

21. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this

product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service. FIGURE 1

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22. Replacement Parts – When replacement

parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check – Upon completion of any

service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should

be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

25. Heat – The product should be situated away

from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. SR8400UDFU00cover 04.1.7, 11:20 AMPage 9 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC1 ENGLISH

• Neo:6 offers a music mode to expand stereo nonmatrix recordings into the five- or six- channel layout, in a way which does not diminish the subtlety and integrity of the original stereo recording. DTS-ES Extended Surround is a new multichannel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. While offering high compatibility with the conventional DTS Digital Surround format, DTS-ES Extended Surround greatly improves the 360-degree surround impression and space expression thanks to further expanded surround signals. This format has been used professionally in movie theaters since 1999. In addition to the 5.1 surround channels (FL, FR, C, SL, SR and LFE), DTS-ES Extended Surround also offers the SB (Surround Back) channel for surround playback with a total of 6.1 channels. DTS-ES Extended Surround includes two signal formats with different surround signal recording methods, as DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 and DTS-ES Matrix 6.1. “DTS”, “DTS-ES Extended Surround” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. The stereo CD is a 16-bit medium with sampling at

44.1 kHz. Professional audio has been 20- or 24-

bit for some time, and there is increasing interest in higher sampling rates both for recording and for delivery into the home. Greater bit depths provide extended dynamic range. Higher sampling rates allow wider frequency response and the use of anti-alias and reconstruction filters with more favorable aural characteristics. DTS 96/24 allows for 5.1channel sound tracks to be encoded at a rate of 96kHz/24bits on DVD- Video titles. When DVD-video appeared, it became possible to deliver 24-bit, 96 kHz audio into the home, but only in two channels, and with serious limitations on picture. This capability has had little use. DVD-audio allows 96/24 in six channels, but a new player is needed, and only analog outputs are provided, necessitating the use of the D/A converters and analog electronics provided in the player. DTS 96/24 offers the following:

1. Sound quality transparent to the original 96/24

2. Full backward compatibility with all existing

decoders. (Existing decoders will output a 48 kHz signal)

3. No new player required: DTS 96/24 can be

carried on DVD-video, or in the video zone of DVD-audio, accessible to all DVD players.

4. 96/24 5.1-channel sound with full-quality full-

motion video, for music programs and motion picture soundtracks on DVD-video. Dolby Digital identifies the use of Dolby Digital audio coding for such consumer formats as DVD and DTV. As with film sound, Dolby Digital can provide up to five full-range channels for left, center, and right screen channels, independent left and right surround channels, and a sixth ( ".1") channel for low-frequency effects. Dolby Surround Pro Logic

is an improved matrix decoding technology that provides better spatiality and directionality on Dolby Surround program material; provides a convincing three-dimensional soundfield on conventional stereo music recordings; and is ideally suited to bring the surround experience to automotive sound. While conventional surround programming is fully compatible with Dolby Surround Pro Logic

decoders, soundtracks will be able to be encoded specifically to take full advantage of Pro Logic

playback, including separate left and right surround channels. (Such material is also compatible with conventional Pro Logic decoders.) Dolby Digital EX creates six full-bandwidth output channels from 5.1-channel sources. This is done using a matrix decoder that derives three surround channels from the two in the original recording. For best results, Dolby Digital EX should be used with movies soundtracks recorded with Dolby Digital Surround EX. About Dolby Pro Logic IIx Dolby Pro Logic IIx technology delivers a natural and immersing 7.1-channel listening experience to the home theater environment. A product of Dolby's expertise in surround sound and matrix decoding technologies, Dolby Pro Logic II x is a complete surround sound solution that maximizes the entertainment experience from stereo as well as 5.1-channel encoded sources. DESCRIPTION DTS was introduced in 1994 to provide 5.1 channels of discrete digital audio into home theater systems. DTS brings you premium quality discrete multichannel digital sound to both movies and music. DTS is a multichannel sound system designed to create full range digital sound reproduction. The no compromise DTS digital process sets the standard of quality for cinema sound by delivering an exact copy of the studio master recordings to neighborhood and home theaters. Now, every moviegoer can hear the sound exactly as the moviemaker intended. DTS can be enjoyed in the home for either movies or music on of DVD’s, LD’s, and CD’s. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. The advantages of discrete multichannel systems over matrix are well known. But even in homes equipped for discrete multichannel, there remains a need for high-quality matrix decoding. This is because of the large library of matrix surround motion pictures available on disc and on VHS tape; and analog television broadcasts. The typical matrix decoder of today derives a center channel and a mono surround channel from two-channel matrix stereo material. It is better than a simple matrix in that it includes steering logic to improve separation, but because of its mono, band-limited surround it can be disappointing to users accustomed to discrete multichannel. Neo:6 offers several important improvements as follow,

• Neo:6 provides up to six full-band channels of matrix decoding from stereo matrix material. Users with 6.1 and 5.1 systems will derive six and five separate channels, respectively, corresponding to the standard home-theater speaker layouts.

• Neo:6 technology allows various sound elements within a channel or channels to be steered separately, and in a way which follows naturally from the original presentation. Dolby Pro Logic IIx is fully compatible with Dolby Surround Pro Logic technology and can optimally decode the thousands of commercially available Dolby Surround encoded video cassettes and television programs with enhanced depth and spatiality. It can also process any high-quality stereo or Advanced Resolution 5.1-channel music content into a seamless 6.1- or 7.1-channel listening experience. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Circle Surround II (CS-II) is a powerful and versatile multichannel technology. CS-II is designed to enable up to 6.1 multichannel surround sound playback from mono, stereo, CS encoded sources and other matrix encoded sources. In all cases the decoder extends it into 6 channels of surround audio and a LFE/subwoofer signal. The CS-II decoder creates a listening environment that places the listener “inside” music performances and dramatically improves both hi-fi audio conventional surround-encoded video material. CS-II provides composite stereo rear channels to greatly improve separation and image positioning – adding a heightened sense of realism to both audio and A/V productions. CS-II is packed with other useful feature like dialog clarity (SRS Dialog) for movies and cinema-like bass enrichment (TruBass). CS-II can enable the dialog to become clearer and more discernable in movies and it enables the bass frequencies contained in the original programming to more closely achieve low frequencies – overcoming the low frequency limitations of the speakers by full octave. Circle Surround II , Dialog Clarity, TruBass, SRS and symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. Circle Surround II , Dialog Clarity and TruBass technology are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. SR8400UDFU01ENG12 04.1.7, 11:35 AMPage 2 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC3 ENGLISH HDCD

(High Definition Compatible Digital

) is a patented process for delivering on Compact Disc the full richness and details of the original microphone feed. HDCD encoded CDs sound better because they are encoded with 20-bits of real musical information as compared to 16-bits for all other CDs. HDCD overcomes the limitation of the 16-bit CD format by using a sophisticated system to encode the additional four bits onto the CD while remaining completely compatible with the CD format. When listening to HDCD recordings, you hear more dynamic range, a focused 3-D sound stage, and extremely natural vocal and musical timbre. With HDCD, you get the body, depth and emotion of the original performance not a flat, digital imitation. Microsoft, , and the logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. FEATURES The SR8400 incorporates the latest generation of digital surround sound decoding technology such as Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital, DTS ES (Discrete 6.1 and Matrix 6.1), DTS Neo:6 (Cinema, Music), Dolby Pro-Logic II (Movie and Music), Dolby Pro-Logic IIx (Movie, Music and Game), Circle Surround II (Cinema and Music) . In addition, Marantz has focused on the future. By utilizing pre-out jacks, 7.1 direct inputs and a RS-232C communication port, the SR8400 is tomorrow's technology, today! The SR8400 features a fully discrete 7 channel amplifier section capable of delivering 110 watts of high-current amplification, for continuously clean and stable power into each of the 7 channels. It employs a massive EI power transformer in combination with oversized filter capacitors. Current feedback topology allows total operation stability, while requiring minimal amounts of negative feed-back, resulting in an excellent transient frequency response and superb sonic transparency. This design configuration is capable of a clear and powerful reproduction of the most demanding action movie soundtracks and full range (multichannel) music discs. Through its ability to generate very high output voltages, the SR8400 can easily drive the most demanding speakers with optimum results. The SR8400 incorporates the most advanced Digital Signal Processing circuitry, along with a Crystal

192 kHz/24 bit D/A converter in each of the 7 channels. Independent power supply circuits are incorporated for the FL display, audio and video sections for maximum separation, clarity and dynamic range. Together with hand-selected customized components, all elements work in harmony to recreate the emotion, exactly as the artist had intended. The SR8400 is designed and engineered with extensive feedback from custom installation experts, dealers and consumers. It features multi-room/ multisource, assignable DC trigger, a RS-232C communication port, Flasher input, heavy duty speaker binding posts and an extensive array of both analog and digital inputs / outputs. With 6 assignable digital inputs (7 total), 2 assingnable component inputs, SACD Multi Channel (7.1 channel) direct inputs video convert system and a speaker-B and OSD output versatility is taken to a stunning new level. Furthermore, the SR8400 can output the OSD information through the Y/C (S-video) and composite video outputs. An easy-to-use programmable, learning remote control allows full access to all of the operating functions and can be used for system operation as well. The new generation of Marantz Receivers is stylish and completely symmetrical. On the front panel of the SR8400, buttons are kept to a minimum. Source selectors and volume controls are intuitively placed. The large left dial knob on the left can be used as multi dial which allows all functions of the SR8400 to be operated via the front panel. The SR8400 is here to perform in your unrivaled home entertainment setup. The TruSurround Headphone technology provides a surround sound listening experience over headphones. When listening to multichannel content such as DVD movies over headphones, the listening experience is fundamentally different than listening to speakers. Since the headphone speaker drivers are covering the pinna of the ear, the listening experience differs greatly from traditional speaker playback. TruSurround utilizes patented headphone perspective curves to solve this problem and provides a non-fatiguing, immersive, home theater listening experience. TruSurround Headphone also delivers exceptional 3D audio from mono and stereo material.

• Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Movie, Music, Game)

• Circle Surround II (Movie, Music, Mono)

• 7 x 110 Watts (8 Ohm), Discrete Amplifiers

• High Power Current Feedback Circuitry

• Massive Energy Power Supply, Huge troidal Transformer, Large ELCO's.

DAC for all 8 Channels

• 32 bit Digital Surround Processing Chipsets

• Large Heavy Duty Banana Type Speaker Terminals for all Channels

• Improved Station Name Input Method, 50 Presets

• Auto Adjust Function for Speaker Distance Settings (Delay Time)

• Front Optical AUX Input (Digital Camera, Portable DVD)

• Large Multi Operation Left Dial Knob

• Assignable DC Trigger Output

• Programmable, learning remote control

• Built in HDCD decoder ACCESSORIES Remote Controller RC1400

CLEAR button Press this button to cancel the station-memorysetting mode or preset scan tuning. (See page 28)

MEMORY button Press this button to enter the tuner preset memorynumbers or station names. (See page 28)

TUNING (Down) / (Up) buttons Press these buttons to change the frequency or thepreset number. (See page 28)

F/P (Frequency / Preset) button During reception of AM or FM, you can change thefunction of the UP/DOWN buttons for scanningfrequencies or selecting preset stations by pressingthese buttons. (See page 28)

MODE button Press this button to select the auto stereo mode ormono mode when the FM band is selected. The “AUTO” indicator lights in the auto stereo mode. (See page 28)

POWER switch and STANDBY indicator When this switch is pressed once, the unit turns ONand the display illuminates. When pressed again,the unit turns OFF and the STANDBY indicator willbe illuminated.

ENTER (MULTI FUNCTION ENTER) button Press this button to enter the setup, which youhave chosen by the MULTI FUNCTION dial.

MUTE button Press this button to mute the output to the speakers.Press it again to return to the previous volume level.

VOLUME control knob Adjusts the overall sound level. Turning the controlclockwise increases the sound level.

S- (Source) DIRECT button When this button is pressed, the tone controlcircuitry is bypassed as well as Bass Management.Notes:• The surround mode is automatically switched toAUTO when the source direct function is turned on.

• Additionally, Speaker Configurations are fixedautomatically as follows.Front SPKR = Large, Center SPKR = Large,Surround SPKR = Large, Sub woofer = On

AUX1 input jacks These auxiliary video/audio and optical digital inputjacks accept the connections of a camcorder, portableDVD, game etc.

buttons (AUDIO/ VIDEO) These buttons are used to select the input sources.The video function selector, such as TV, DVD,VCR1, DSS and AUX1, selects video and audiosimultaneously.Audio function sources such as CD, TAPE, CDR/MD TUNER and AUX2 may be selected inconjunction with a Video source.This feature (Sound Injection) combines a soundfrom one source with a picture from another.Choose the video source first, and then choose adifferent audio source to activate this function.Press the TUNER button to switch between FMand AM.

SPEAKERS A/B button Press these buttons to select speakers systems Aand/or B.

MULTI (Multi Room) button Press this button to activate the Multiroom system .“MULTI ” indicator will be illuminated in the display.

MULTI SPEAKER button Press this button to activate the MultiroomSpeaker system . “MULTI” indicator will beilluminated in the display.

HEADPHONE jack for stereo headphones This jack may be used to listen to the SR8400’soutput through a pair of headphones. Be certainthat the headphones have a standard 1 / 4" stereophono plug. Note that the main room speakers willautomatically be turned off when the headphonejack is in use.Notes:• When using headphones, the surround mode willchange to STEREO and TruSurround (TS)headphones by SURROUND MODE selector. The surround mode returns to the previous settingas soon as the headphone plug is removed from thejack.

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DISP (Display Off) indicator This indicator is illuminated when the SR8400 is in the display off condition.

SLEEP timer indicator This indicator is illuminated when the sleep timer function in the main-room is in use.

Multi-room system indicator This indicator is illuminated when the multi-room system is active.

AUTO SURR (Auto Surround mode) indicator This indicator is illuminated to show that the AUTO SURROUND mode is in use.

TUNER’s indicators AUTO : This indicator illuminates when the tuner’s Auto mode is in use. TUNED : This indicator illuminates when a station is being received with sufficient signal strength to provide acceptable listening quality. ST(Stereo) : This indicator illuminates when an FM station is being tuned into stereo condition.

V (video)-OFF mode indicator This indicator is illuminated when the Video-OFF function is active.

NIGHT mode indicator This indicator is illuminated when the SR8400 is in the Night mode, which reduces the dynamic range of digital program material at low volume levels.

SPKR (speaker) AB indicator Active speaker system will be illuminated by this indicator.

PEAK indicator This indicator is a monitor for an analog audio input signal. If the selected analog audio input signal is greater than the capable level of internal processing, this will illuminate. If this happens, you should press the ATT button on the remote.

EQ mode indicator This indicator is illuminated when the HT-EQ function is active.

ATT (Attenuation) indicator This indicator is illuminated when the attenuation function is active.

DIGITAL Input Indicator This indicator lights when a digital input has been selected.

ANALOG input indicator This indicator is illuminated when an analog input source has been selected.

SIGNAL FORMAT indicators 2 DIGITAL, EX, 2 SURROUND, dts, ES, 96/24, PCM When the selected input is a digital source, some of these indicators will be illuminated to display the specific type of signal in use.

indicators These indicators display the channels that are encoded with a digital input signal. If the selected digital input signal is Dolby Digital 5.1ch or DTS 5.1ch, “L”, “C”, “R”, “SL”, “SR” and “LFE” will be illuminated.If the digital input signal is 2 channel PCM-audio, “L” and “R” will be displayed. If Dolby Digital 5.1ch signal with Surround EX flag or DTS-ES signal comes in, “L”, “C”, “R”, “SL”, “S” , “SR” and “LFE” will be illuminated.

Main Information Display This display shows messages relating to the status, input source, surround mode, tuner, volume level or other aspects of unit’s operation.

DIRECT (Source direct) indicator This indicator is illuminated when the SR8400 is in the SOURCE DIRECT mode.

RS-232C The RS-232C port is to be used in conjunction withan external controller to control the operation ofthe SR8400 by using an external device.The RS-232C port may also be used in the futureto update the operating software of the SR8400 sothat it will be able to support new digital audioformats and the like as they are introduced.

Preamp Outputs (L, R, SL, SR, SBL, SBR, C) Jacks for L(front left), R (front right), C (Center), SL(surround left), SR (surround right), SBL (surroundback left) and SBR (surround back right).Use these jacks for connection to external poweramplifiers.

AC INLET Plug the supplied power cord into this AC INLETand then into the power outlet on the wall.SR8400 has to be powered by 120 V AC only.

AC OUTLETS Connect the AC power cables of components such asa DVD and CD player to these outlets. SWITCHEDand UNSWITCHED outlets are provided.The one marked SWITCHED provides power onlywhen the SR8400 is turned on and is useful forcomponents which you use every time you playyour system.The one marked UNSWITCHED is always live aslong as the SR8400 is plugged into a live outlet.A component connected here may be left onpermanently, or may be switched off with via its ownpower switch.Caution: In order to avoid potential turn-off thumps, anythingplugged into these outlets should be powered upbefore the SR8400 is turned on. The capacity of this AC outlet is 120W. Do notconnect devices that consume electricity more thanthe capacity of these AC outlets. If the total powerconsumption of the connected devices exceeds thecapacity, the protection circuit shuts down thepower supply.

Speaker outputs terminals Seven terminals are provided for the front (A) left,front (A) right, front (B) left, front (B) right, frontcenter, surround left and surround right speakers.

Speaker outputs terminals (for multi room or surround back) Two terminals are provided for the front the left,and right speakers for multi room (2 zone) orsurround back.

Subwoofer Output Connect this jack to the line level input of a poweredsubwoofer. If an external subwoofer amplifier is used,connect this jack to the subwoofer amplifier input. Ifyou are using two subwoofers, either powered or witha 2 channel subwoofer amplifier, connect a “Y”connector to the subwoofer output jack and run onecable from it to each subwoofer amplifier.

By connecting a DVD Audio player, SACDmultichannel player, or other components that hasa multichannel port, you can playback the audiowith 5.1 channel or 7.1 channel outputs.

DC TRIGGER output terminal Connect a device that needs to be triggered by DCunder certain conditions (screen, power strip,etc…)Use the system OSD setup menu to determine theconditions by which these jack will be active.Note:• This output voltage is for (status) control only, Itis not sufficient for drive capability.

Multiroom Outputs (Audio L&R, Video) These are the audio and video output jacks for theMulti zone (Multi room).Connect these jacks to optional audio poweramplifiers or video display devices to listen andview the source selected by the multiroom systemin a remote room.

MULTI ROOM REMOTE IN/OUT terminals IN: Connect to a multi-room remote controldevice, available from your Marantz dealer.OUT: Connect to the Marantz componentequipped with remote control (RC-5)terminals in Multi zone (Multi room).

REMOTE CONT. IN/OUT terminals Connect to a Marantz component equipped withremote control (RC-5) terminals. REAR PANEL

If your DVD player or other device has componentvideo connectors, be sure to connect them to thesecomponent video connectors on the SR8400. TheSR8400 has two component video inputconnectors to obtain the color information (Y, C

) directly from the recorded DVD signal or othervideo component and one component video outputconnector to output it directly into the matrixdecoder of the display device.By sending the pure DVD component video signaldirectly, the DVD signal forgoes the extraprocessing that normally would degrade theimage. The result is vastly increased imagequality, with incredibly life like colors and crispdetail.

FLASHER IN (Flasher input terminal) This terminal is to control the unit from each zone.Connect the control signal from a Keypad, etc.

MONITOR OUT This is a monitor output and each one includesboth composite video and S-video configurations.When connecting two video monitors or televisions,be aware that the OSD interface can be used withboth MONITOR OUT connections.

VIDEO IN/OUT (TV, DVD, VCR1, DSS/VCR2) These are the video inputs and outputs. There are4 video inputs and 2 video outputs and each oneincludes both composite video and S-videoconfigurations. Connect VCRs, DVD players, andother video components to the video inputs.S-video sources can be viewed through the S-video outputs, and composite sources can only beviewed through the composite output.The 2 video output channels can be used to beconnected to video tape recorders for makingrecordings.

FM antenna terminal (75 ohms) Connect an external FM antenna with a coaxialcable, or a cable network FM source. AM antenna and ground terminals Connect the supplied AM loop antenna. Use the terminals marked “AM” and “GND”. The supplied AM loop antenna will provide good AM reception inmost areas. Position the loop antenna until youhear the best reception. AUDIO (AUX2)COMPONENT VIDEODIGITAL OUTDIGITAL INOPT. COAX.ANTENNAAC IN AC OUTLETS 120V 60H

IN OUTTAPE CDR/MD MULTIOUT OUT

z Infrared Transmitter and LearningSensorThis transmitter emits infrared light. Press thebuttons while pointing the transmitter towards theinfrared receiver window of the SR8400 or otherAV equipment. Be sure to also point towards otherremote controls when using the learning function.x POWER ON and OFF buttons(When AMP mode is selected)These buttons are used to turn the SR8400 on or off. c SOURCE ON/OFF buttonThis button is used to turn a specific source (suchas a DVD player) on or off independently from therest of the system.v M (Mode) buttonThis button is used to program Macros. Pressingthis button switches between Normal mode andMacro mode.The > button is used to move to the next page. Upto 20 programs (4 pages) can be made. Holdingdown the M button for three seconds or moreswitches to the Setup mode, where the Setupmenu is shown on the LCD. The Setup menu hasfour pages, and the > button is used to move to thenext page. Pressing the > button from page 4returns you to page 1.b D1 to D5 (Direct) buttonsFive types of direct operations can be performedfor each of the 12 source buttons such as the DVD,television, amplifier, and other AV equipment. Thepages can be switched, so 4 pages x 5 types = 20operations can be performed for a single source.The text display can also be changed.n > (Page) buttonThis button is used to switch pages for the Directbutton. The current page is shown on the LCD.m VOL (Volume) buttonThis button is used to adjust the volume for theamplifier and television.Note:• Set the AMP mode to use this button with theSR8400.

AUDIO IN/OUT (CD, TAPE, CD-R, TV, DVD, VCR1, DSS/VCR2) These are the analog audio inputs and outputs. Thereare 7 audio inputs (4 of which are linked to videoinputs) and 4 audio outputs (2 of which are linked tovideo outputs). The audio jacks are nominally labeledfor cassette tape decks, compact disc players, DVDplayers and etc.... The audio inputs and outputsrequire RCA-type connectors.

DIGITAL INPUT (Dig.1 - 6) / OUTPUT (coaxial, optical) These are the digital audio inputs and outputs.There are 3 digital inputs with coaxial jacks, 3 withoptical jacks.The inputs accept digital audio signals from acompact disc, LD, DVD, or other digital sourcecomponent.For digital output, there is 1 coaxial output and 1optical output.The digital outputs can be connected to MDrecorders, CD recorders, DAT decks, or othersimilar components. SR8400UDFU01ENG12 04.1.7, 11:36 AMPage 7 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC8 ENGLISH LCD INDICATORS Information about currently selected source and direct code names are displayed on the LCD. A Source Name indicator This displays the name of the selected source, such as DVD, television, or other AV equipment (up to five characters). B Direct Button Name indicator This displays up to 20 types of button names for each source. (up to six characters) C Page indicator This displays the current page position. D Transmission indicator This lights up when the remote control is sending a signal. E USE indicator This is displayed under normal operation. F Battery Level indicator This is displayed when the battery level is low. G TIMER indicator This is displayed when the macro timer is set. H MACRO indicator This is displayed when the remote control is in macro programming mode. LEARN NAME MACRO USE PAG E

, MUTE button This button is used to mute the audio for the SR8400 and television. Note:

• Set the AMP mode to use this button with the SR8400. . GUIDE button This button is used to display the menus for the DVD player, DSS (satellite broadcasting tuner), or other AV equipment. ⁄0 EXIT button (when AMP mode is selected) This button is used to cancel settings in the setup menu. ⁄1 Numeric buttons These buttons are used to switch between 0 to 9 of the source components. If the source is set to the amplifier, these buttons are used to perform operations. (when AMP mode is selected) (1) TEST button Used to enter the test tone menu. (2) CH SEL. (channel select) button Used to call up SETUP MAIN MENU and adjust speaker levels or 7.1 ch input level. (3) SURR (surround) button Used to select the surround mode. (4) 7.1CH IN button Press this button to select the output of an external multi channel decoder. (5) ATT button When the input signal is too high and the voice dis- torts even by throttling the SR8400 VOLUME con- trol, turn on this function. “ATT” is indicated when this function is activated. The input level is reduced. Attenuator is invalid for use with the output signal of “REC OUT”. Note:

• This function is unavailable during the digital input is selected. (6) SPK-AB button Speaker mode is switched in the following sequence. A → B → A+B → off (7) DISP. button Selects the display mode for the front display of the SR8400. (8) OSD button When this button is pressed, the current setting are displayed on the TV monitor. (9) SLEEP (sleep timer) button This button is used for setting the sleep timer. It can be operated the same way as the button in unit. ⁄2 MEMO button This button is used to store settings to memory or program a source. ⁄3 CONTROL button Thses buttons are used when operating the PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, and other commands of a source. Note:

• This button is unavailable for the SR8400. ⁄4 SOURCE button Thses buttons are used to switch the source of your A/V Receiver / amplifer. Each time a source button is pressed, the remote control changes to the source which was pressed. This remote control can control 12 types of equipment. To change the A/V Receiver / amplifier source, press this button twice within two seconds. The signal is sent when it is pressed the second time. Note:

• Select the AMP as the source to use this remote controll with the SR8400. ⁄5 LIGHT 1 and 2 buttons Pressing these buttons will light up the LCD and its buttons. This lighting time can be set. If the lighting time is set to 0 seconds, the backlight turns on only while this button is pressed. The operations for LIGHT 1 and 2 are identical. ⁄6 CLEAR button This button is used to erase the memory or program of a source. ⁄7 MENU button (when AMP mode is selected) This button is used to call up the SETUP MAIN MENU of the SR8400. ⁄8 PREV (Previous) button This button is used to return to the previous channel on the television or other device. Note:

• This button is unavailable for SR8400. ⁄9 CH (Channel) button This is used to change channels. ¤0 CURSOR buttons These buttons are used when controlling the cursor of the SR8400, DVD, or other AV equipment. ¤1 LCD Information about the sources and modes are shown on the LCD. SR8400UDFU01ENG12 04.1.7, 11:36 AMPage 8 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC9 ENGLISH

Close the cover until it clicks.Note:Do not use old batteries and new batteriestogether. This can result in corrosion orleakage of battery fluid.The supplied manganese batteries are forchecking operation. Usage of alkaline batteriesis recommended.When discarding batteries, be sure to followthe local regulations for your area. Do not putbatteries in a fire.

REMOTE CONTROL RANGE

The distance between the transmitter of theremote control and the IR SENSOR of the SR8400should be less than 5 meters. If the remote controlis pointed in a direction other than the IR SENSORor if there is an obstacle between them, use of theremote control may not be possible.Remote-controllable range LOADING BATTERIES The life of the batteries used with the remote controlis about 4 months with normal use. Also be sure toreplace batteries earlier when you notice that theyare getting weak. Remove the back cover. Insert the new batteries (AAA type) withcorrect (+) and (–) polarity.

Remote control unit (RC1400)60°SR8400 Approx. 5 m I NAME indicator This is displayed when the remote control is inrenaming mode. J LEARN indicator This is displayed when the remote control is inlearning mode.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT INTERVAL

Under normal usage, alkaline batteries lastapproximately four months. When the batterieswear out, a battery mark is displayed on the LCD.Although the remote control can still be used whenthe battery mark is displayed, the batteries shouldbe replaced as soon as possible. The LCDeventually starts to flash when buttons arepressed, the remote control will be unable totransmit signals or learn codes.• This remote control uses non-volatile memory sothat the learned codes and macro programs areretained even if the batteries are removed.Reset the clock after replacing the batteries.Safety Precautions for BatteriesBe sure to always observe the followingprecautions to prevent fluid leakage, overheating,fire, breakage, accidental ingestion, and otheraccidents.• If the batteries are left unused for a long periodof time, the battery fluid may leak or the batteriesmay corrode.• Do not use the batteries in the remote controlwith the plus and minus polarity reversed.• Do not attempt to recharge, heat, ordisassemble the batteries. Do not put thebatteries in a fire.• Do not use the remote control with old batteriesor worn-out batteries inserted.• Do not use different types of batteries or mix oldand new batteries in the remote control.• If the remote control is not operating properly,replace the batteries with new ones.• If any of the batteries are leaking, completelywipe up all leaked battery fluid, and then replacethe batteries with new ones. SR8400UDFU01ENG12 04.1.7, 11:36 AMPage 9 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC10 ENGLISH TUNER MODE AMP MODE 2 315 648097MEMOCLEAR DSS AMP AUX2 AUX1 TAPE TUNER

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GUIDE MEMO CLEAR USE PAGE

SOURCE ON/OFF Turns the SR8400 on and off POWER ON Turns the SR8400 on POWER OFF Turns the SR8400 off D1 - D5 / >(Page) (Refer to page vi) VOL +/- Adjust the over all sound level MUTE Decreases the sound temporarily Cursor Move the cursor for setting in"On screen display" mode OK Enter the "On screen display" Confirms the setting in "On screen display" mode MENU Displays the current setting on the monitor EXIT Exits from SETUP MENU TEST (1) Enter the test tone menu CH.SEL (2) Call up SETUP MENU and adjusts speaker levels or 7.1ch input level SURR (3) Selects the surround mode 7.1CH (4) Selects the 7.1CH IN ATT (5) Reduces the input level SPK-AB (6) Selects the speaker system DISP (7) Changes the front display mode OSD (8) Selects the "On screen display" on and off SLEEP (9) Sets the sleep timer function Function selector Selects a particular source component D1 - D5 / >(Page) (Refer to page vi) CH +/- Selects a preset station up and down GUIDE Selects the "Frequency direct input" 0-9 Input the numeric MEMO Enter the tuner preset memory numbers CLEAR Clears the inputting TUNER Selects a frequency band

Example: Setting to 6:20PM (18:20) When you bought this remote control and insert the batteries to the remote control at first, the steps 1 to 3 are skipped. Starts from step 4 to set the time.

Hold down the M button for three seconds or more. The menu is displayed.

Press the OK cursor button to start the clock. The clock starts from 0 second at the time that was set and return to normal (USE) mode. Whenever the batteries are replaced, the clock shows 00:00. Please reset the clock. (The time setting is not backed up.)

To check the time, hold down the > button for three seconds or more. The current time is displayed for five seconds. Note Although the remote control uses a quartz clock, the time may become out of sync over the course of operation. Be sure to correct the clock from time to time.

GENERAL INFORMATION OF RC1400

TO SR8400 To control the SR8400 by your RC1400, you have to select the device AMP or TUNER by pressing the function selector button. Please refer below for the details in AMP and TUNER mode. SR8400UDFU01ENG12 04.1.7, 11:36 AMPage 10 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC11 ENGLISH CONNECTIONS SPEAKER PLACEMENT The ideal surround speaker system for this unit is7-speaker systems, using front left and rightspeakers, a center speaker, surround left and rightspeakers, a surround back left and right speakers,and a subwoofer.For best results we recommend that all frontspeakers be of the same type, with identical orsimilar driver units. This will deliver smooth pansacross the front sound stage as the action movesfrom side to side.Your center channel speaker is very important asover 80 % of the dialog from a typical motionpicture emanates from the center channel.It should possess similar sonic characteristics tothe main speakers. Surround channel speakersneed not be identical to the front channel speakers,but they should be of high quality.The surround center speaker is useful for playbackof Dolby Digital Surround EX or DTS-ES. One ofthe benefits of both Dolby Digital and DTS is thatsurround channels are discrete full range, whilethey were frequency limited in earlier “Pro Logic’type systems.Bass effects are an important part of home theater.For optimal enjoyment a subwoofer should be usedas it is optimized for low frequency reproduction. Ifyou have full range front speakers, however, theymay be used in place of a subwoofer with propersetting of the switches in the menu system.Front left and right speakersWe recommend to set the front L and R speakerswith 45-60 degrees from the listening position.Center speakerAlign the front line of the center speaker with thefront L/R speakers. Or place the center speaker alittle backward from the line.Surround left and right speakersWhen the SR8400 is used in surround operation,the preferred location for surround speakers is onthe side walls of the room, at or slightly behind thelistening position.The center of the speaker should face into theroom.Surround back left and right speakersSurround back speakers are required when a full7.1-channel system is installed.Speakers should be placed on a rear wall, behindthe listening position.The center of the speaker should face into theroom.SubwooferWe recommend using a sub-woofer to have maximumbass effect. Sub-woofer bears only low frequencyrange so you can place it any where in the room.

HEIGHT OF THE SPEAKER UNITS

Front left and right speakers, and a center speakerAlign the tweeters and mid-range drivers on thethree front speakers at the same height, as best aspossible.Surround left and right speakers, and surroundback speakerPlace the surround left, right and surround backspeakers higher than your ears by about 2 Ft. - 3Ft.(70cm – 1m). Also place the speakers at thesame height, sa best as possible.Note;• Use magnetically-shielded speakers for front left,right and the center speakers when the speakersare installed near the TV and the TV is a monitortype.

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Strip away approx. 3/8 inch (10 mm) of wireinsulation. Twist the bared wire ends tight, to preventshort circuits. Loosen the knob by turning it counterclockwise. Insert the bare part of the wire into the hole inside of each terminal. Tighten the knob by turning it clockwise tosecure the wire.

Be sure to use speakers with the specified impedanceas shown on the rear panel of this unit. To prevent damage to circuitry, do not let the barespeaker wires toucheach other and donot let them touchany metal part ofthis unit.• Do not touch thespeaker terminalswhen the power ison. It may causeyou to receive an electric shocks.• Do not connect more than one speaker cable toone speaker terminal. Doing so may damage thisunit. Note:

Be sure to connect the positive and negative cablesfor the speaker properly. If they are miss-connected,the signal phase will be reversed and the signalquality will be corrupted.

CONNECTING A SUBWOOFER

Use the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack to connecta powered subwoofer (power amplifier built in ).If your subwoofer is a passive type (power amplifieris not built in), connect a monaural power amplifierto the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack and connectthe subwoofer to the amplifier.

CONNECTING BANANA PLUG

Banana plug connections are also possible.Tighten the knob by turning clockwise and theninsert the banana plug.

IN OUTTAPE CDR/MD MULTIOUT OUT

L R L R L R RL RL RL OUT IN

DIGITAL INPUT DIGITAL OUTPUT DIGITAL OUTPUT R L R L R L

L R The output audio signal from the TAPE OUT jackand the CD-R/MD OUT jack is the same signal whichis currently selected. Caution:

• Do not connect this unit and other components tomains power until all connections betweencomponents have been completed. Notes:
• Insert all plugs and connectors securely.Incomplete connections may make noise.• Be sure to connect the left and right channelsproperly.Red connectors are for the R (right) channel, andwhite connectors are for the L (left) channel.• Be sure to connect input and output properly.• Refer to the instructions for each component thatis connected to this unit.• Do not bind audio/video connection cables withpower cords and speaker cables this will result ingenerating a hum or other noise.

CONNECTING DIGITAL AUDIO COMPONENTS

There are 6 digital inputs, 3 coaxial jacks and 3optical jacks, on the rear panel. You can usethese jacks to input PCM, Dolby Digital and DTSbitstream signals from a CD, DVD, or other digitalsource components.• There is one digital output coaxial jack and oneoptical output jack on the rear panel. Thesejacks can be connected to a CD recorder-, or aMD deck inputs, respectively. Refer to the instructions for each component. Tosetup the digital audio format of DVD player, or otherdigital source’s connected to digital input jacks.• Use fiber optical cables (optical) for DIG-1,2,3input jacks. Use 75 ohms coaxial cables (fordigital audio or video) for DIG-4, 5, 6 input jacks.• You can designate the input for each digitalinput/output jacks according to your component.See page 18.

CD RECORDER / MD DECK

CD PLAYER TAPE DECK ANALOG AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO (COAXIAL) DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) Notes:

• There is no Dolby Digital RF input jack. Pleaseuse an external RF demodulator Dolby Digitaldecoder when connecting the Dolby Digital RFoutput jack of the video disc player to the digitalinput jack.• The digital signal jacks on this unit conform to theEIA standard. If you use a cable that does notconform to this standard, this unit may notfunction properly.• Each type of audio jack works independently.Signals input through the digital and analog jacksare output through the corresponding digital andanalog jacks, respectively. SR8400UDFU01ENG12 04.1.7, 11:36 AMPage 12 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC13 ENGLISH AUDIO (AUX2)COMPONENT VIDEODIGITAL OUTDIGITAL INOPT. COAX.ANTENNA

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There are 3 types of video jacks on the rear panel. VIDEO jack The video signal for the VIDEO jacks is the conventional composite video signal. S-VIDEO jack The video signal is separated into luminance (Y) and color (C) signals for the S-VIDEO jack. The S- VIDEO signals enables high-quality color reproduction. If your video component has an S- VIDEO output, we recommend to use it. Connect the S-VIDEO output jack on your video component to the S-VIDEO input jack on this unit. Component jack Make component video connections to a TV or monitor with component inputs to produce higher quality video images. Use a component video cable or 3 video cords to connect the component video out jacks on the SR8400 to the monitor. Notes:

Be sure to connect the left and right audio channels properly. Red connectors are for the R (right) channel, and white connectors are the for L (left) channel.

• Be sure to connect the inputs and outputs of the video signals properly.

• If you connect the S-VIDEO or component signal to the S-VIDEO or component jack on this unit, it is not necessary to connect the conventional video signal to the VIDEO (composite) jack. If you use both video inputs, this unit gives priority to the S- VIDEO signal.

• Each type of video jack works independently. Signals input to the VIDEO (composite) and S- VIDEO jacks or component are output to the corresponding VIDEO (composite) and S-VIDEO or component jacks, respectively.

This unit has the “TV-AUTO ON/OFF” function to turn the TV ON or OFF automatically, by sensing the incoming video signal from the VIDEO jacks.

• You may need to setup the digital audio output format of your DVD player, or other digital source components. Refer to the instructions of the each component connected to the digital input jacks.

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R L LR LR R L RL RLRL R L ADVANCED CONNECTING

CONNECTING MULTI CHANNEL AUDIO SOURCE

The 7.1CH INPUT jacks are for multichannel audio source such as a SACD multichannel player, DVD audio player or external decoder. If you use these jacks, switch on the 7.1CH INPUT and set the 7.1CH INPUT level by using the SETUP MAIN MENU. See page 21.

CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL POWER AMPLIFIER

The PREOUT jacks are for connecting external power amplifiers. Be sure to connect each speaker to the corresponding external power amplifier. POWER AMPLIFER

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You can control other Marantz products through this unit with the remote control by connecting the REMOTE CONTROL terminals on each unit. The signal transmitted from the remote control is received by the remote sensor on this unit. Then the signal is sent to the connected device through this terminal. Therefore you need to aim the remote signal only to the unit. Also, if a Marantz power amplifier (some models excluded) is connected to one of these terminals, the power amplifier’s, power switch is synchronized with this unit’s power switch. Set the REMOTE CONTROL SWITCH on the units, other than the main unit to EXT.(EXTERNAL) for this feature. CD PLAYER OPTION

Whenever external infrared sensors or similar devices are connected to RC-5 IN of the SR8400, be sure to always disable operation of the infrared sensor on the main unit by using the following procedure.

Hold down the SELECT button and TV button on the front panel at the same time for five seconds.

The setting “IR=ENABLE” is shown on the FL DISPLAY.

Press the SELECT button to change this to “IR=DISABLE”.

Press the ENTER button. Once this setting is made, the infrared sensor on the main unit is disabled. Note: Be sure to set to “IR=ENABLE” when external infrared sensors or similar devices are not connected. Otherwise, the main unit will be unable to receive remote control commands.

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Release the vinyl tie and take out the connection line.

Bend the base part in the reverse direction.

Insert the hook at the bottom of the loop part into the slot at the base part.

CONNECTING THE SUPPLIED ANTENNAS

Connecting the supplied FM feeder antenna The supplied FM feeder antenna is for indoor use only. During use, extend the antenna and move it in various directions until the clearest signal is received. Fix it with push pins or similar implements in the position that will cause the least amount of distortion. If you experience poor reception quality, an outdoor antenna may improve the quality. Connecting the supplied AM loop antenna The supplied AM loop antenna is for indoor use only. Set it in the direction and position it to where you receive the clearest sound. Put it as far away as possible from the unit, televisions, speaker cables, and power cords. If you experience poor reception quality, an outdoor antenna may improve the quality.

Press and hold down the lever of the AM antenna terminal.

Insert the bare wire into the antenna terminal.

• Keep the antenna away from noise sources (neon signs, busy roads, etc.).

• Do not put the antenna close to power lines. Keep it well away from power lines, transformers, etc.

• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is necessary.

CONNECTING AN AM OUTDOOR ANTENNA

An outdoor antenna will be more effective if it is stretched horizontally above a window or outside. Notes:

• Do not remove the AM loop antenna.

• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is necessary.

Place the antenna on stable surface.

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• You can use surround back speaker terminals as multi room speaker terminals when you use no surround back speaker. SR8400UDFU01ENG12 04.1.7, 11:36 AMPage 16 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC17 ENGLISH ENGLISH SETUP After all components are connected, initial setupmust be performed.ON SCREEN DISPLAY MENUSYSTEMThe SR8400 incorporates an on-screen menusystem, which makes various operations possible by using the cursor ( , , , ) and OK buttons on the remote control or MULTI FUNCTION dial, TUNING / button and ENTER button on the front panel. Use the MULTI FUNCTION dial the same as the / button on the remote, TUNING / button the same as the / button on the remote, the ENTER button the same as the OK button on the remote.Notes: To view the on-screen displays, make certain youhave made a connection from the Monitor Out jackon the rear panel to the composite, S-Video,component video input of your TV or projector.(see 13 page)

Select the AMP mode on the remote control.

Press the MENU button on the remote controlto display the “SETUP MAIN MENU” of theOSD menu system. There are 9 items in theSETUP MAIN MENU.If you enter this menu from the MULTI dial onthe front panel.Press SELECT to show the “SETUP MENU”in the FL display and press the ENTER button. Select a desired sub-menu with the or cursorbuttons, and press the OK button to enter.The display will change to the selected sub-menu.You can lock the condition of setup to eachsub-menu with the or cursor buttons.Notes: If you desire to adjust any sub-menu,you need to set it to UNLOCKED. If you desire to exit from this menu system,press the EXIT button (or SELECT button onthe front panel), or move the cursor to EXITand press the OK button. SETU

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1 INPUT SETUP (ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL

INPUT AND COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT) Six digital inputs can be assigned to a desiredsource.Use this menu to select the digital input jack to beassigned to the input source.

Select “INPUT SETUP” in SETUP MAIN MENU with or cursor button, and press theOK button. To select the input source, press the or cursor buttons. To select the digital input jack, press the or cursor buttons. Select “Dx-AT” for input sources, for automatic detection of the digital input signal condition.If there is not a digital signal present, but thereis an analog signal present, the analog signalwill be played. Select “Dig x”, when only a digital signal will be used. Select “ANA” for input sources for which no digital input jacks are used.

To select the vdieo source, select “COMP1” or “COMP2” by pressing the or cursor buttons,and press the or cursor buttons to select thevdieo source to be assigned

After you complete this portion of the set up,move the cursor to MAIN with the or cursorbuttons and press the OK button.Notes:• The TUNER and AUX2 are fixed to the analoginput, and cannot be selected for any digital input.• When a DTS-LD or DTS-CD is playing, this setupis not available. This is to avoid noise beinggenerated from the analog input.

• If “Dx-AT” is selected and a DVD, compact disc or LD is fast-forwarded during playback, decodedsignals may produce a skipping sound. In suchcases, change the setting to DIGITAL. 2 SPEAKER SETUP After you have installed the SR8400, connected allthe components, and determined the speakerlayout, it is now time to perform the settings in theSpeaker Setup menu for the optimum soundacoustics for your environment and speaker layout.Before you perform the following settings, it isimportant that you first determine the followingcharacteristics:

When setting the speaker size in the SPEAKERSIZE sub-menu, use the guidelines given below.LARGE:The complete frequency range for the channelyou are setting will be output from the speaker.SMALL:Frequencies of the channel you are setting lowerthan approx. 100 Hz will be output from thesubwoofer. If the Subwoofer is set to “NONE” and the front speakers are set to “Large,” then the sound will be output from both the left and right speakers.

Select “SPEAKER SETUP” in SETUP MAIN MENU with or cursor button, and pressthe OK button. To select the each speaker, press the or cursor buttons. To select the setting of each speaker size, pressthe or cursor buttons. After you complete this portion of the set up, move the cursor to “NEXT” with the or cursor buttons and then press the OK button to go tothe next page.SUBWOOFER: YES: Select when a subwoofer is connected.NONE:Select when a subwoofer is not connected.FRONT L/RLARGE:Select if the front speakers are large.SMALL:Select if the front speakers are small.

• If “NONE” is selected for the Subwoofer setting, then this setting is fixed to “Large.” CENTERNONE:Select if no center speaker is connected.LARGE:Select if the center speaker is large.SMALL:Select if the center speaker is small.SURROUND L/RNONE:Select if no surround left and right speakers areconnected.LARGE:Select if the surround left and right speakers arelarge.SMALL:Select if the surround left and right speakers aresmall.SURR. BACKNONE: Select if no surround back left and rightspeakers are connected.2CH: Select if the surround back left and rightspeakers are connected.1CH: Select if the one surround back speaker isconnected.In this case, the audio signal is emittedform the Surround L output terminal.Notes:
• If “None” is selected for the Surround L/R setting, then this setting is fixed to “None.”
• You can use surround back speaker terminals asmulti room speaker terminals when you use nosurround back speaker. (See page 16)SURR. BACK SIZELARGE:Select if the surround back speaker is large.SMALL:Select if the surround back speaker is small.Note:
• If “None” is selected for the Surround L/R setting, then this setting is not available.LPF/HPFWhen you use a subwoofer, you can select thecutoff frequency for the small speakers used. Selectone of the crossover frequency levels according tothe size of the small speaker connected.80Hz :Select this when the bass speaker is about 12 cm(4 3/4 inches).100Hz :Select this when the bass speaker is about 10 cm(3 15/16 inches).120Hz :Select this when the bass speaker is about 8 cm(3 3/16 inches).Notes:• Use the above comments as reference when adjusting.• If S- Direct mode, 7.1CH Input is in use, thisfunction does not take effect.BASS MIX• The bass mix setting is only valid when “LARGE” is set for the front speakers and “YES” is set for the subwoofer during stereo playback .

When “BOTH” is selected, the low frequencies will be played through the main L&R, as well as thesub woofer.In this playback mode, the low frequency rangeexpand more uniformly through the room, butdepending on the size and shape of the room,interference may result in a decrease of the actualvolume of the low frequency range.

• By selecting “MIX”, the low frequencies will play through the main L&R ONLY.Note:• LFE signals during playback of Dolby Digital orDTS, will be played through the sub woofer. 1INPUTSETUPCD : D6 - AT TV : D4 -AT T APE : ANA DVD : D5 - AT

MA I N NEXT EX I T SR8400UDFU01ENG22 04.1.7, 11:48 AMPage 18 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC19 ENGLISH ENGLISH SURR. L:Set the distance from the surround left speaker toyour normal listening position between 1 and 30feet in 1.0 foot intervals (0.3 to 9 meters in 0.3-meter intervals).SURR. R :Set the distance from the surround right speakerto your normal listening position between 1 and30 feet in 1.0 foot intervals (0.3 to 9 meters in 0.3-meter intervals).SUB W :Set the distance from the subwoofer to yournormal listening position between 1 and 30 feet in1.0-foot intervals(0.3 to 9 meters in 0.3-meter intervals).SURR. B L:Set the distance from the surround back leftspeaker to your normal listening positionbetween 1 and 30 feet in 1.0-foot intervals (0.3to 9 meters in 0.3-meter intervals).SURR. B R:Set the distance from the surround back rightspeaker to your normal listening positionbetween 1 and 30 feet in 1.0-foot intervals (0.3to 9 meters in 0.3-meter intervals).Notes• For the speakers that you have selected "None"the Speaker Size menu will not appear.• The setting for Surr.Back L and Surr.Back Rappears if you set for it to, two surround backspeakers in the Speaker Size menu.• The setting of Surr.Back appears if it is set for onesurround back speaker in the Speaker Size menu.2-3 SPEAKERS LEVEL ere you will set the volume for each speaker sothat they are all heard by the listener at the samelevel. We recommend using a SPL (Sound PressureLevel) meter, when available.Note:• The speaker level settings are not available in 7.1channel input mode and S-Direct mode.TEST MODE : Selects “MANUAL” or “AUTO” for generating the mode of the test tone with the or cursorbuttons. If you select “AUTO” , the test tone will be cycled through in a circular pattern which is Left →Center

• Right → Surround Right → Surround Back Right

• Surround Back Left → Surround Left → Subwoofer → Left →.. increments of 3 secondsfor each channel.Using the or cursor buttons, adjust the volumelevel of the noise from the speaker so that it is thesame level for all the speakers.If you select “MANUAL”, adjust the output level ofeach speaker as listed below. When you move the cursor to FRONT L bypressing the cursor button, the SR8400 willemit a pink noise from the front left speaker.Remember the level of this noise and thenpress the cursor button.(Note that this can be adjusted to any levelbetween -10 and +10 dB in 1 dB intervalsexcept the subwoofer setting. The subwoofercan be adjusted to any level between -15 and+10 dB in 1 dB intervals.)The SR8400 will now emit the pink noise fromthe center speaker. Using the and cursor buttons, adjust thevolume level of the noise from the centerspeaker so that it is the same level as the frontleft speaker. Press the cursor button again. The SR8400will now emit the pink noise from the front rightspeaker.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 above for the front right and other speakers until all speakers areadjusted to the same volume level.After you complete this portion of the set up, press the OK button, the cursor will move to “MAIN” and then press the OK button to go to SETUP MAIN MENU.Notes:

• Speakers that you selected “None” for in the Speaker Size menu will not appear.• The setting of Surr.Back L and Surr.Back Rappears if you have set it for two surround backspeakers in the Speaker Size menu.• The setting of Surr.Back appears if you have set it forone surround back speaker in the Speaker Size menu.• To adjust the speaker levels for 7.1-channel inputsources, you will need to use the 7.1CH-INPUTsub menu. (See page 21).2-2 SPEAKERS DISTANCEUse this parameter to specify the distance of eachspeaker’s position from the listening position. Thedelay time is automatically calculated according tothese distances.Begin by determining the ideal or most commonlyused seating position in the room.This is important for the timing of the acoustics tocreate the proper sound space that the SR8400and today’s sound systems are able to produce.Note : For speakers that you have selected “None”the Speaker Configuration sub-menu will not appearhere. (There are several useful books and specialDVD and LD’s available to guide you through properhome theater configuration. If you are unsure, haveyour Marantz dealer perform the installation for you.They are trained professionals familiar with eventhe most sophisticated custom installations.Marantz recommends the WWW.CEDIA.ORGwebsite for further information about this). To select each speaker , press the or cursorbuttons. To set the distance for each speaker , pressthe or cursor buttons. After you complete this portion of the set up, move the cursor to “NEXT” with the or cursor buttons and then press the OK button to go tothe next page.FRONT L :Set the distance from the front left speaker toyour normal listening position between 1 and 30feet in 1.0 foot intervals (0.3 to 9 meters in 0.3-meter intervals).FRONT R :Set the distance from the front right speaker toyour normal listening position between 1 and 30feet in 1.0 foot intervals (0.3 to 9 meters in 0.3-meter intervals).CENTER :Set the distance from the center speaker to yournormal listening position between 1 and 30 feetin 1.0 foot intervals (0.3 to 9 meters in 0.3-meterintervals). 3 PREFERENCE

Select “PREFERENCE” in the SETUP MAIN MENU with the or cursor buttons, and pressthe OK button. To select a desired content, press the or cursor buttons.STANDBY MODE:When this function is set to “ECONOMY”, youcan reduce the power consumption when theunit is in the standby mode.Note:• TV-AUTO and RS-232C are disabled in the“ECONOMY” setting.TV AUTO:Select the TV AUTO ON/OFF function to enableor disable with the or cursor buttons. (refer topage 26)OSD Info:Select the OSD information function to enable ordisable with the or cursor buttons.If you select “ENABLE”, the SR8400 will displaythe status of the feature (Volume up/down, inputselect, etc..) on the TV monitor. But if you do not desire this information, select “DISABLE ”. VIDEO CONVERT:Select the VIDEO CONVERT function to enableor disable with the or cursor buttons. (refer topage 22)After you complete this portion of the set up, move the cursor to “MAIN” with the or cursor buttons and press the OK button.

Select “CS II” in the SETUP MAIN MENU with the or cursor buttons, and press the OKbutton. To Select desired contents as below, pressthe or cursor buttons.TRUBASS:Set the TRUBASS level between 0 and 6 level in 1 level interval with the or cursor buttons. TRUBASS produced by the speakers are anoctave below the actual physical capabilities of thespeakers adding exciting, deeper bass effects.SRS DIALOG:Set the SRS DIALOG level between 0 and 6 in 1 level intervals with the or cursor buttons. This can be popped out of the surround audioeffects, allowing the listener to easily discern whatthe actors say. If “NONE” was selected for the Center speaker setting, in the Speaker size set up menu, then thissetting will not appear.After you complete this portion of the set up, movecursor to “MAIN” with the or cursor buttons andpress the OK button. 7 MULTI ROOM SR8400 has features in MULTI ROOM SYSTEMsuch as source selector, OSD information, sleeptimer, Multi Room Speaker output and remotecontrol.You can set these feature in this sub-menu.

Select “MULTI ROOM” in the SETUP MAIN MENU with or cursor button, and pressthe OK button. To Select desired contents, press or cursor buttonVIDEO:Select the video source of the Multi-room outputwith or cursor buttons.AUDIO:Select the audio source of the Multi-room outputwith or cursor buttons. 4 SURROUND

Select “SURROUND” in the SETUP MAIN MENU with the or cursor buttons, and pressthe OK button. To select a desired content , press the or cursor buttons.SURR.MODE :Select the desired surround mode with the or cursor buttons.HT-EQ :Select to active the HT-EQ with the or cursorbuttons.The tonal balance of a film soundtrack will beexcessively bright and harsh when played backover audio equipment in the home. This isbecause film soundtracks were designed to beplayed back in large movie theater environments.Activating the HT-EQ feature when watching afilm made for movie theaters corrects this andrestores the correct tonal balance.The HT-EQ feature can be activated only while inDolby Pro Logic Mode, or while decoding DolbyDigital or DTS encoded material.LFE LEVEL :Select the output level of the LFE signal includedin the Dolby Digital signal or the DTS signal.Select 0 dB, -10 dB or OFF with the or cursorbuttons. CHANNEL LEVEL CENTER LEVEL:Set the effect level of the center speaker between–10 and +10 dB level in 1 dB level intervals.

• If “None” was selected for the Center speaker setting, in the Speaker size set up menu, then thissetting will not appear.SURR L LEVEL:Set the level of the Surround left speaker between–10 and +10 dB level in 1 dB level intervals.
• If “None” was selected for the Surround left speaker setting, in the Speaker size set up menu,then this setting will not appear.SURR R LEVEL:Set the level of the Surround right speaker between–10 and +10 dB level in 1dB level intervals.
• If “None” was selected for the Surround right speaker setting, in the Speaker size set up menu,then this setting will not appear.SURR BACK L LEVEL:Set the effect level of the Surround Back L (left)speaker between –10 and +10 dB level in 1 dBlevel intervals.
• If “None” was selected for the Surround back left speaker setting, in the Speaker size set up menu,then this setting will not appear.SURR BACK R LEVEL:Set the effect level of the Surround Back R(Right) speaker between –10 and +10 dB level in1 dB level intervals.
• If “None” was selected for the Surround back right speaker setting, in the Speaker size set up menu,then this setting will not appear.SUB W LEVEL:Set the effect level of the subwoofer speakerbetween –15 and +10 dB level in 1 dB levelintervals.
• If “None” was selected for the Subwoofer speaker setting, in the Speaker size set up menu, then thissetting will not appear.After you complete this portion of the set up, movethe cursor to “MAIN” with the or cursor buttonsand press the OK button.

5 PL II (PRO LOGIC II) MUSIC

PARAMETER Pro Logic II-Music mode creates a rich and envelopingsurround ambience from stereo sources such as CDs.In this mode, SR8400 includes three controls tofine-tune the soundfield as follows.Select “PLII MUSIC” in the SETUP MAIN MENUwith the or cursor buttons, and press the OKbutton.PARAMETER: Select “DEFAULT” or “CUSTOM” with the or cursor buttons.If you select “CUSTOM”, you can adjust threeparameters as listed below.PANORAMA:Select the Panorama mode On or Off with the or cursor buttons.Panorama wraps the sound of the front left and rightspeakers around you, for an exciting perspective.DIMENSION:Set the Dimension level between 0 and 6 level in1 level intervals with the or cursor buttons.Adjust the soundfield either towards the front ortowards the rear.This can be useful to help achieve a moresuitable balance from all the speakers withcertain recordings.CENTER WIDTH:Set the Center width level between 0 and 7 in 1level intervals with the or cursor buttons.Center Width allows you to gradually spread thecenter channel sound into the front left and rightspeakers.At its widest setting, all the sound from thecenter is mixed into the left and right.This control may help achieve a more spacioussound or a better blend for the front image. If “None” was selected for the Center speaker setting, in the Speaker size set up menu, then thissetting will not appear.After you complete this portion of the set up, movecursor to “MAIN” with the or cursor buttons andpress the OK button. 6 CS II (CIRCLE SURROUND II) PARAMETER 4 SURROUNDSURR . MODE : AUTOHT -EQ : OFFLFE LEVEL : 0 dBCENTER : 0 dBSURR L : 0 dBSURR R : 0 dBSURR BACK L : 0 dBSURR BACK R : 0 dBSUB W : 0 dB MA I N E X I T 5PL II MUS I C PARAME TER

VOL : VAR I VOL : ✽✽✽

L EVEL : - 9 0dB LEVEL : ✽✽✽ - ---MAIN-ROOM STATUS---- V I DEO: DVD AUD I O : DVD MA I N EX I T SR8400UDFU01ENG22 04.1.7, 11:48 AMPage 20 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC21 ENGLISH ENGLISH SLEEP TIMER:SLEEP timer function is available during themultiroom is active, set the time with or cursor buttons.MULTI (MULTI ROOM):To switch on the Multi-room output ON or OFF,press or cursor button.VOL (VOLUME SETUP):Select whether the Multi-room output level isvariable or fixed with a or cursor buttons.LEVEL (VOLUME LEVEL):Adjust the Multi-room output level with or cursor buttons.MSPKR (MULTI SPEAKER):To switch on the Multi-speaker output ON orOFF, press or cursor buttons. Note: This setting can be changed when the Surr Back is set “None” in 2-1 SPEAKER SIZE menu. When this setting is unavailable, “ ” is displayedVOL (VOLUME SETUP):Select whether the Multi-speaker output level isvariable or fixed with a or cursor buttons. Note: This setting can be changed when the Surr Back is set “None” in 2-1 SPEAKER SIZE menu. When this setting is unavailable, “ ” is displayedLEVEL (VOLUME LEVEL):Adjust the Multi-speaker output level with or cursor button. Note: This setting can be changed when the Surr Back is set “None” in 2-1 SPEAKER SIZE menu. When this setting is unavailable, “ ” is displayedMAIN ROOM STATUS:Selected input source in the main room will bedisplayed.Note:

• If “VOLUME” is set to “FIXED”, the multi-room output level cannot be adjusted from the secondzone.After you complete this portion of the set up, move the cursor to “MAIN” with or cursor buttons and press OK button.

8 7.1 CH INPUT LEVEL

This sub-menu is to adjust the speaker levels for7.1-channel input sources.Here you will adjust the volume for each channel sothat they are all heard by the listener at the samelevel.

Select “7.1CH INPUT” in the SETUP MAIN MENU with the or cursor buttons, andpress the OK button. To select “VIDEO IN”, press or cursorbutton. Using the or cursor buttons, select thevideo input source which is emitted fromMonitor out in the 7.1 CH INPUT function.The input source is switched by pressing the or cursor buttons as follows;

SR8400 has a DC trigger control jack, this isselectable to link with input functions for the mainroom or multi room.

Select “DC-TRIG SETUP” in the SETUP MAIN MENU with or cursor button, andpress the OK button. You can select MAIN ROOM, MULTI ROOM,REMOTE or DISABLE by pressing or cursor buttons.Note: REMOTE is available for the external control. TheRC1400 cannot operate this function To select desired input source , press or cursor button. To set ON or OFF, press or cursor button. After you complete this portion of the set up,move the cursor to “MAIN” with the or cursor buttons and press the OK button. 9DC-TRIGGERSETUP DC TR I G : D I SABLE CD :✽✽✽ TV : ✽✽✽ TAPE : ✽✽✽ DVD : ✽✽✽

Before you can listen to any input media, you mustfirst select the input source on the SR8400.Example : DVDTo select DVD, simply press the DVD button on thefront panel or press the DVD button on the remote.After you have selected DVD, simply turn on theDVD player and play the DVD. As the input source is changed, the new inputname will appear momentarily an OSD informationon the video display. The input name will alsoappear in the display, on the front-panel. As the input is changed, the SR8400 willautomatically switch to the digital input, surroundmode, attenuation, and night mode status whichwere entered during the configuration processfor that source. When an audio source is selected, the last videoinput used remains routed to the VCR1 & DSS/ VCR2 Outputs and Monitor Output. This permits simultaneous viewing and listening to differentsources. When a Video source is selected, the video signalfor that input will be routed to the Monitor Outputjacks and will be viewable on a TV monitorconnected to the SR8400.If a component video input is connected to theDVD or DSS component inputs, it will be routedto the Component Video Output. Make certainthat your TV is set to the proper input to view thesignal.Notes of OSD menu:• The setup menu can be displayed through allvideo out (COMPONENT, S-VIDEO, VIDEO).• The setting informations (e.g. volume setting) aredisplayed through all video out when the VIDEOCONVERT function are set ENABLE.Note: no setting information is displayed whenthe signal is emitted from the COMPONENT INto COMPONENT OUT.• The setting informations (e.g. volume setting) aredisplayed through the S-VIDEO or VIDEO outwhen the VIDEO CONVERT function are setDISABLE. When the S-VIDEO and VIDEOoutputs are used simultaneously, the settinginformations are displayed through the S-VIDEOout only.

SELECTING THE SURROUND MODE

Example : AUTO SURROUND(Using the SR8400)To select the surround mode during playback, turnthe SELECT knob on the front panel.(Using the remote control unit)To select the surround mode, press the AMPbutton and press the > button until PAGE1 isdisplayed. Press the AUTO (D1) button. VIDEO CONVERT When this function is activated, the video or S-video signal can be emitted from the video, S-video or component video output terminal.To activate this function, select VIDEO CONVERTin PREFERENCE menu and set ENABLE.Notes :• The component video signal is emitted only fromcomponent video output terminal.When the video equipment is connected bycomponent terminal, connect the monitor andSR8400 by the component terminal.• This function is unavailable for the REC outterminal.• This function is unavailable for the still picture,fast forward and reverse playing of the videocomponent.• If the picture has a noise with this function, thecombination of the monitor, SR8400 and thevideo component may be not compatibile.In this case, VIDEO CONVERT function must beset DISABLE.Example :Monitor is connected with the component.Monitor is connected with the video or S-video.The signal cannot be converted from thecomponent to the video or S-video.

ADJUSTING THE MAIN VOLUME

Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using the VOLUME control knob on the front panel or VOL + / – buttons on the remote.To increase the volume, turn the VOLUME knobclockwise or press VOL + button on the remote, todecrease the volume, turn counterclockwise orpress VOL – button on the remote.Notes:

The volume can be adjusted within the range of – ∞ to 18 dB, in steps of 1 dB. However, when the channel level is set as describedon page 19, if the volume for any channel is set at+1 dB or greater, the volume cannot be adjusted upto 18 dB.(In this case the maximum volume adjustmentrange is “18 dB - Maximum value of channel level)

ADJUSTING THE TONE (BASS &

TREBLE) CONTROL. During a listening session you may wish to adjustthe Bass and Treble Control to suit your listeningtastes or room acoustics.(Using the SR8400)To change the selector mode , press the SELECT button, until "BASS" or "TREBLE" is shown on the front display.Turn the SELECTOR knob to the desired level of tonecontrol.

ER SR8400MEMORYTUNING

To program the SR8400 for automatic standby,press tne SLEEP button on the remote.Each press of the button will increase the timebefore shut down in the following sequence.The sleep time will be shown for a few seconds inthe display on the front panel, and it will countdown until the time has elapsed.When the programmed sleep time has elapsed,the unit will automatically turn off.Note that the SLEEP indicator on the display willilluminate when the Sleep function is programmed.To cancel the Sleep function, press the SLEEP button until the display shows “SLEEP OFF” and the SLEEP indicator will disappear. NIGHT MODE To select the NIGHT mode, press the AMP buttonand press the > button until PAGE3 is displayed. Press the NIGHT (D1) button. Selecting the Night Mode ON is effective in DolbyDigital only, and it compresses the dynamic range.This softens loud passages such as suddenexplosions, to help prevent disturbing others lateat night.To turn off the Night mode, press the NIGHTbutton again.(Using the remote control unit) adjust the tone, press the AMP button andpress the > button PAGE3 is displayed.To adjust the bass effect, press BASS+ (D2) orBASS– (D3).To adjust the treble effect, TREB+ (D4) or TREB

(D5).Notes :• The tone control function can work in the AUTOSurround, Stereo, Dolby Pro Logic IIx , DTS,DTS-ES, and Multi Ch. Stereo mode.

SOUND To temporarily silence all speaker outputs such aswhen interrupted by a phone call, press the MUTEbutton on the front panel or MUTE button on theremote.This will interrupt the output to all speakers and thehead-phone jack, but it will not affect any recordingor dubbing that may be in progress.When the system is muted, the display will show“MUTE” .Press the MUTE button again to return to normaloperation. OFF 10 20 30 4090 80 70 60 50

F/P DIGITAL MUTE SURROUND MODE The SR8400 is equipped with many surroundmodes. These are provided to reproduce a varietyof surround sound effects, according to the contentof the source to be played.The available surround modes may be restricteddepending on the input signal and speaker setup. AUTO When this mode is selected, the receiver determineswhether the digital input signal is Dolby Digital,Dolby Digital Surround EX, DTS, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24 or PCM-audio.Surround EX & DTS-ES will operate for multichannelsource that has a Dolby Digital Surround EX or DTS-ES auto trigger flag in the digital signal.When a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is input, thenumber of channels for which the correspondingsignal is encoded will be played.Inputting a Dolby Digital two channel signal withDolby surround status automatically subjects thatsignal to Pro Logic IIx movie processing beforeplay.PCM 96 kHz source material can be played in thismode.HDCD source material can be played in this mode.Notes:• When you use this mode with certain DVD and CD players, performing operations such as “Skip” or “Stop” may momentarily interrupt the output.

When the signal is not decoded, the mode is changedto AUTO mode automatically. Refer to page 22 toconfirm the available decoding mode. MODE(Dolby Digital, Pro Logic x MOVIE, Pro Logic x MUSIC, Pro Logic x GAME Pro Logic)This mode is used with source materials encodedin Dolby Digital and Dolby Surround.DOLBY DIGITALThis mode is enabled when playing source materialsencoded in Dolby Digital.Playing multichannel encoded 6.1 or 7.1-channelDolby Digital sources provides five main audiochannels (left, center, right, surround left andsurround right) and Low Frequency Effect channel.Dolby Digital EX decoding is not available in thismode.Dolby Pro Logic IIx brings the excitement ofsurround sound to any stereo mix, while makingexisting Dolby Surround mixes sound more likediscrete 5.1 channels Surround sound.Dolby Pro Logic IIx has 3 modes. Please see below.Pro Logic II x MOVIEThis mode provides 6.1 or 7.1 channel surroundsound from Dolby Surround encoded stereo moviesound tracks.Pro Logic IIx MUSICThis mode provides 6.1 or 7.1 channel surroundsound from conventional stereo sources, analog ordigital, such as CD, Tape, FM, TV, Stereo VCR, etc. Pro Logic IIx GAMEGame mode restores the impact low-frequencysurround effects by routing them to the system’ssubwoofer.Pro LogicThis mode emulated original Dolby Pro Logicdecoding (3/1 surround) suit for Dolby Surroundencoded stereo movie soundtracks.Notes: Pro Logic IIx mode will decode as Pro Logic IImode when the SURROUND BACK SPEAKER isset NONE in SPEAKER SETUP menu. (SeeSPEAKER SETUP, page 18) Pro Logic IIx mode is available for a 2ch inputsignal which is encoded in Dolby Digital or PCMformat.• PCM-audio signals can be subjected to Pro Logicprocessing when the sampling frequency is 32kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz.EX/ESThis mode provides 6.1 channel surround forDOLBY DIGITAL EX, DTS-ES encoded sourcematerial such as DVD.This mode cannot be used when an analog inputhas been selected.Dolby Digital EXIn a movie theater, film soundtracks that have beenencoded with Dolby Digital surround EX technologyare able to reproduce an extra channel which hasbeen added during the mixing of the program.This channel, called Surround Back, places soundsbehind the listener in addition to the currentlyavailable front left, front center, front right, surroundright, surround left and subwoofer channels.This additional channel provides the opportunityfor more detailed imaging behind the listener andbrings more depth, spacious ambience and soundlocalization than ever before.Dolby Digital EX is not available in the systemwithout surround back speaker(s).

SR8400UDFU01ENG22 04.1.7, 11:48 AMPage 23 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC24 ENGLISH DTS-ES (Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1) DTS-ES adds the surround center channel audio to the DTS 5.1-channel format to improve the acoustic positioning and makes acoustic image movement more natural with the 6.1-channel reproduction. This receiver incorporates a DTS-ES decoder, which can handle DTS-ES Discrete-encoded and DTS-ES Matrix-encoded program sources from DVD, etc.. DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 features digital discrete recording of all channels including the surround back channel(s) and higher quality of audio reproduction. DTS-ES is not available in the system without a surround back speaker. dts MODE (dts, Neo:6 Cinema, Neo:6 Music) This mode is for DTS encoded source materials such as LASER DISC, CD, and DVD. Neo:6 is for some 2 channel sources. dts : This mode is enabled when playing source materials encoded in dts multichannel. Playing multichannel encoded 5.1-channel dts sources provides five main audio channels (left, center, right, surround left and surround right) and Low Frequency Effect channel. dts-ES decoding is not available in this mode. The DTS mode cannot be used when an analog input has been selected. Neo:6 Cinema, Neo:6 Music This mode decodes 2-channel signals into 6- channel signals using high-accuracy digital matrix technology. The DTS NEO:6 decoder has near-discrete properties in the frequency characteristics of the channels as well as in channel separation. According to the signals to be played back, DTS NEO:6 uses either the NEO:6 CINEMA mode optimized for movie playback or the NEO:6 MUSIC mode optimized for music playback. Note:

Neo:6 mode is available to 2ch input signals which are encoded in Dolby Digital or PCM format.

• PCM-audio signals can be subjected to Pro Logic processing when the sampling frequency is 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz.

This mode is used to create a wider, deeper and more natural soundstage from two channel source material. This is done by feeding the left channel signal to both left front and left surround speaker and the right channel signal to both right front and right surround speaker. Additionally, the center channel reproduces a mix of the right and left channel. CIRCLE SURROUND

-MONO) Circle Surround is designed to enable multichannel surround sound playback of non-encoded and multichannel encoded material. Backward compatibility provides listeners with up to

6.1 channels of surround performance from entire

collection of music and film, including broadcast, videotape and stereo recorded music. Depending on source material, you can select CS

CS II mode is available for 2ch input signals which are encoded in Dolby Digital or PCM format.

• PCM-audio signals can be subjected to Pro Logic processing when the sampling frequency is 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz. VIRTUAL This mode creates a virtualized surround sound experience from a two-speaker (front L and R) playback system playing any multichannel audio source (such as found on DVDs and digital broadcasts), including Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic or DTS. STEREO This mode bypasses all surround processing. In stereo program sources, the left and right channels play normally when PCM-audio or analog stereo is input. With Dolby Digital and DTS sources, the 5.1 multichannels are converted to two channel stereo. 96 kHz PCM source material can be played back in stereo mode. HDCD source material can be played in this mode.

S (SOURCE ) - DIRECT

In the source direct mode, the tone control circuit and bass management configuration are bypassed for full range frequency response and the purist audio reproduction. 96 kHz PCM source material can be played back in this mode. HDCD source material can be played in this mode. Notes:

• Internal speaker size is setup to front L/R = Large, Center = Large, Surround L/R = Large and Subwoofer = Yes automatically. Tone controls and additional processing are also defeated.

• When you use this mode with certain DVD and CD players, performing operations such as “Skip” or “Stop” may momentarily interrupt the output. CAUTION NOTE for DTS signal

• Connected DVD-player, laser-disc player or CD- player needs to support DTS-digital output. You may not be able to play some DTS source signals from certain CD players and LD players even if you connect the player to the SR8400 digitally. This is because the digital signal has been processed (such as the output level, sampling frequency, or frequency response) and the SR8400 cannot recognize the signal as DTS data.

• Depending on the player used, DTS play may produce a short noise. This is not a malfunction.

• While signals from DTS-laser disc or CD are playing in another Surround mode, you cannot switch to digital input or from digital input to analog input by INPUT SETUP in SETUP MAIN MENU or the A/D button.

• The outputs for the VCR 1 OUT, DSS/VCR 2 OUT, TAPE OUT, and CD-R OUT output analog audio signals. Do not record from CDs or LDs that support DTS using these outputs. If you do, the DTS-encoded signal will be recorded as noise. NOTE for Dolby Digital Surround EX signal

• When playing Dolby Digital Surround EX- encoded software in 6.1 channels, it is required to set the EX/ES mode.

• Note that some of Dolby Digital Surround EX- encoded software does not contain the identification signal. In this case, set the EX/ ES mode manually. NOTE for 96kHz PCM audio

• AUTO, Source- DIRECT, and STEREO modes can be used when playing PCM signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz (such as from DVD-Video discs that contain 24 bit, 96 kHz audio). If such signals are input during playback in one of the other surround modes, output from SR8400 will be muted.

Certain DVD player models inhibit digital output. For details, refer to the player’s operation manual.

Some DVD formatted discs feature copy protection. When using such disc, 96 kHz PCM signal is not output from the DVD player. For details, refer to the player's operation manual. NOTE for HDCD signal

• HDCD is effective only at the time of digital input.

• AUTO, Source- DIRECT, and STEREO modes can be used when playing HDCD signals (such as from CD discs that contain HDCD).

• You may not be able to play some HDCD source signals from certain CD players if you connect the player to the SR8400 digitally. This is because the digital signal has been processed (such as the output level, sampling frequency, or frequency response) and the SR8400 cannot recognize the signal as HDCD data. SR8400UDFU01ENG22 04.1.7, 11:48 AMPage 24 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC25 ENGLISH ENGLISH The relation between the selected surround mode and the input signal The surround mode is selected with the surround mode selector on SR8400 or the remote control unit. However, the sound you hear is subject to the relationship between the selected surround mode and input signal. That relationship is as follows; Surround Mode Input Signal DecodingOutput Channel Front information displayL/R CSL SBL SubW Signal format indicators Channel statusSR SBRAUTO Dolby Surr. EX Dolby Digital EXOOOOO DIGITAL L, C, R, SL, SR, S, LFEDolby D (5.1ch) Dolby Digital 5.1 OOO

• Dolby Digital (2 ch: Lt/Rt): signal with Dolby Surround flag Speakers are full set.

• No sound outputs from the surround speaker, center speaker and subwoofer if the DVD disc has no surround data. Abbreviations L/R : Front speakers C : Center speaker SL/SR : Surround speakers SBL/SBR : Surround Back speakers SubW : Sub woofer speaker SR8400UDFU01ENG22 04.1.7, 11:49 AMPage 25 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC26 ENGLISH OTHER FUNCTION

TV AUTO ON/OFF FUNCTION

This function allows the component connected tothe TV-VIDEO in jack to control the power (ON/OFF) to the SR8400.AUTO POWER ON Be sure the TV auto mode is ENABLED.(Refer page 19 : System Setup) Connect your TV TUNER (etc) to the TV-VIDEOin terminal. Be sure to connect the VIDEO input. Turn OFF the power to the TV TUNER and theSR8400. Turn ON the TV TUNER and tune in a receivablestation. When the station is received, the SR8400turns ON and TV is selected automatically.AUTO POWER OFF In the above situation, turn the TV TUNEROFF or select a channel that does not containany broadcast. The power to the SR8400 switches to STANDBYafter approx. 5 minutes.Notes:• AUTO POWER OFF is canceled if the SR8400 isset to a source other than TV.The function reactivates when TV is selected again.• Some TV broadcasts may cause the TV AUTOFUNCTION to turn ON.• The S-Video terminal does not support “TV AUTOON/OFF” function.

ATTENUATION TO ANALOG INPUT

SIGNAL If the selected analog audio input signal is greaterthan the capable level of internal processing, the“PEAK” indicator will light up on the front display.If this happens, you should press the ATT buttonon the remote.“ATT” indicator will be illuminated when thisfunction is activated. The signal-input level isreduced by about half. Attenuation will not workwith the output signal of TAPE-OUT, CD-R/MD-OUT, VCR1-OUT and DSS/VCR2-OUT.This function is memorized for each individualinput source.

LISTENING THROUGH HEADPHONES

This jack may be used to listen to the SR8400’soutput through a pair of headphones. Be certain thatthe headphones have a standard 1/4" stereo phonoplug. (Note that the speakers will automatically beturned off when the headphone jack is in use.)Notes:• When using headphones, the surround mode willchange to STEREO and TruSurround (TS)headphones by SURROUND MODE selector.• The surround mode returns to the previous settingas soon as the plug is removed from the jack.

When no video signal is connected to the SR8400or a DVD, etc., is connected directly to your TV, theunnecessary video circuit can be turned off by selecting the “VIDEO OFF” setting. To select video off, press the AMP button andpress the > button until PAGE4 is displayed. Pressthe V-OFF (D4) button. DISPLAY MODE You can select the display mode for the front displayof the SR8400.To select this mode, press the DISP. on the remotecontrol.When this button is pressed, the display mode isswitched in the following sequence.

• Surround Mode → Auto-display Off → Display Off → Input Function → Surround Mode.... In Auto display off mode, the display is off. But, ifyou make a change to the unit such as input orsurround mode, the display will show that change,then go back to off after about 3 seconds. Whenchanging the volume, it is not displayed.In Display off mode, the display is off completely.Notes:• Only the DISP indicator will be illuminated on thefront display in display off condition AV SURROUND RECEIVER SR8400SELECTORMEMORYCLEARPOWER ON/STANDBYPHONESENTERSTANDBYSELECTDSS/VCR2 VCR1 DVD

OR DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT

If you have already assigned the digital inputs, youcan temporarily select the audio input mode foreach input source as following procedures. Press the AMP button and press the > button until PAGE4 is displayed. Press the A/D (D3) button.When this button is pressed, the input mode isswitched in the following sequence.

• Digital Auto → Digital → Analog → Digital Auto.... In Digital Auto mode, the types of signals beinginput to the digital and analog input jacks for theselected input source are detected automatically.If no digital signal is being input, the analog inputjacks are selected automatically.In Digital mode, input is fixed to an assigned digitalinput terminal.In analog mode, the analog input jacks are selected.This selecting is temporary, so the result will not bestored in memory.If you need to change the input mode completely,use SYSTEM SETUP in OSD menu system. (seepage 18)

SR8400UDFU01ENG22 04.1.7, 11:49 AMPage 26 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC27 ENGLISH ENGLISHSPEAKER A/BSR8400 has speaker system - A and speaker system-B for front L/R channels.You can select these systems by pressingSPEAKERS A/B button on the front panel or SPK- ABon the remote7.1 CH INPUT.The SR8400 is equipped for future expansionthrough the use of Multi channel SACD multichannelplayer or DVD-Audio player.When this is selected, the input signals connectedto the L(front left), R (front right), CENTER, SL(surround left), SR (surround right), SBL (surroundback left) and SBR (surround back right) channelsof the 7.1 CH. In jacks are output directly to thefront (left and right), center, surround (left andright) and surround back speaker systems as wellas the pre-out jacks without passing through thesurround circuitry.In addition, the signal input to the SW (subwoofer)jack is output to the PRE OUT SW (subwoofer)jack.The video input source is selected in the SETUPMAIN MENU to use this procedure. (Refer to 7.1CH INPUT LEVEL, page 21) Press the 7.1 CH INPUT button on the frontpanel or press 7.1CH on the remote to switchthe 7.1 channel input.RECORDING AN ANALOG SOURCEIn normal operation, the audio or video sourceselected for listening through the SR8400 is sent tothe record outputs.This means that any program you are watching orlistening to may be recorded simply by placingmachines connected to the outputs for TAPE OUT,CD-R/MD OUT, VCR1 OUT, and DSS/VCR2 OUTin the record mode.To record the input source signal you arecurrently watching or listening to Select the input source to record by pressingthe corresponding input selector button.The input source is now selected and you maywatch or listen to it as desired. The currently selected input source signal isoutput to the TAPE OUT , CD-R/MD OUT, VCR1OUT, and DSS/VCR2 OUT outputs for recording. Start recording to the recording component asdesired.Recording the video from one source and theaudio from anotherYou can add the sound from one source to thevideo of another source to make your own videorecordings.Below is an example of recording the sound from acompact disc player connected to CD IN and thevideo from a video camera connected to AUX IN tovideo cassette recorder connected to the VCR1 OUTjack. Press the AUX1 input source button to setvideo output. Press the CD input source button to set audiooutput.

Now “CD” has been selected as the audio input source and “AUX1” as the video input source.Notes: If you change the input source during recording,you will record the signals from the newly selectedinput source.• You cannot record the surround effects.• Digital input signals are only output to the digitaloutputs. There is no conversion from digital toanalog .When connecting CD players and other digitalcomponents, do not connect only the digitalterminals, but the analog ones as well.HT-EQ Press the AMP button and press the > button until PAGE2 is displayed. Press the HT-EQ (D5) buttonto turn on the HT-EQ mode.The tonal balance of a film soundtrack will beexcessively bright and harsh when played backover audio equipment in the home. This is becausefilm soundtracks were designed to be played backin large movie theater environments.Activating the HT-EQ feature when watching a filmmade for movie theaters corrects this and restoresthe correct tonal balance.

If it is necessary to adjust the output level of each channel, use “7.1 Ch. INPUT LEVEL” in the OSD menu system as desired.Adjust the speaker output levels so that youcan hear the same sound level from eachspeaker at the listening position. For the frontleft, front right, center, surround left, surroundright and surround back speakers, the outputlevels can be adjusted between –10 to +10 dB.The subwoofer can be adjusted between –15and +10 dB.These adjustments will be stored to 7.1 Ch.INPUT memory. (see to page 21) Adjust the main volume with the MAIN VOLUMEknob or the VOL buttons on the remote.To cancel the 7.1 Ch. INPUT setting, press the 7.1CH INPUT button on the front panel or press 7.1 CHon the remote.Notes:• When the 7.1 Ch. Input is in use, you may notselect a surround mode, as the external decoderdetermines processing.• In addition, there is no signal at the record outputswhen the 7.1 Ch. Input is in use. SBL and SBR of the speaker terminals are emittedno signal when the SURROUND BACKSPEAKER is set NONE in SPEAKER SETUPmenu. (See SPEAKER SETUP, page 18)AUX2 INPUTIf you don’t need to connect 7.1 Ch. input terminalswith multi channel decoder,L(front left) and R (front right) inputs terminals areavailable as AUX2 input.In this case, You can connect additional audiosource to AUX2 as other audio input terminals.

Press the TUNING or button on the front panel for more than 1 second to start the Autotuning function. Automatic searching begins then stops whena station is tuned in.(Using the remote control unit) To select tuner and desired band (FM or AM),press the TUNER button twice within twoseconds on the remote. Press the > button until PAGE2 is displayed.

Press and hold the SCAN+ (D1) or SCAN– (D2) button for 1 second or more. Automatic searching begins then stops whena station is tuned in.If tuning does not stop at the desired station, useto the “Manual tuning” operation.MANUAL TUNING(Using the SR8400) To select tuner and desired band (FM or AM),press the TUNER button on the front panel Press the F/P (Frequency/Preset) button onfront panel, to have the frequency appear on thedisplay. Press the TUNING or buttons.(Using the remote control unit) To select tuner and desired band (FM or AM),press the TUNER button twice within twoseconds on the remote. Press the > button until PAGE2 is displayed

Press the SCAN+ (D1) or SCAN– (D2) button to tune in the deseired station.DIRECT FREQUENCY CALL To select tuner and desired band (FM or AM),press the TUNER button twice within twoseconds on the remote. Press the GUIDE on the remote, display willshow “FREQ - - - -”. Input your desired station’s frequency with theten numbered keypad on the remote. The desired station will automatically betuned. DOWN MEMORYTUNING MODE

CD-R TAPE TUNER7.1CH INPUT AUX2MULTI SPEAKERMULTIS A/B F/P DIGITAL3. 2. 1.TUNINGTUNER F/P (FM) TUNING MODE (AUTO STEREO OR MONO)When in the auto stereo mode, AUTO indicator willbe illuminated on the display. The “ST” indicator is illuminsted when a stereo broadcast is tuned in.At open frequencies, the noise is muted and the “TUNED” and “ST” indicators are not illuminated. If the signal is weak, it may be difficult to tune into thestation in stereo. In such a case, press the MODEbutton on the front panel.Or press the TUNERbutton and press the the > button until PAGE1 isdisplayed. Press the T-MODE (D4) button.“AUTO” indicator is not illuminated, if FM stereobroadcasts are received in monaural and the “ST”indicator is not illuminated.To return to auto stereo mode, press the MODEbutton or press T-MODE button on the remote again.AUTO indicator is illuminated the display.PRESET MEMORYWith this unit you can preset up to 50 FM/AM stationsin any order.For each station, you can memorize the frequencyand reception mode if desired.AUTO PRESET MEMORYThis function automatically scans the FM and AMband and enters all stations with proper signalstrength into the memory.

To select FM , press the TUNER button on thefront panel. While pressing the MEMORY button, press the TUNING button up. “AUTO PRESET” will appear on the display,and scanning starts from the lowest frequency. Each time the tuner finds a station, scanningwill pause and the station will be played forfive seconds.During this time, the following operations arepossible.The band can be changed by the TUNER button. If no button is pressed during this period, thecurrent station is memorized in location Preset If you wish to skip the current station, press theTUNING button during this period, this stationis skipped and auto presetting continues. Operation stops automatically when all 50preset memory positions are filled or when autoscanning attains the highest end of all bands. Ifyou desire to stop the auto preset memory atanytime, press the CLEAR button.MANUAL PRESET MEMORY(Using the SR8400) Tune into the radio station you desire (Refer to the “MANUAL TUNING” or “AUTO TUNING” section). Press the MEMORY button on the front panel. “– –“ (preset number) starts blinking on the display. Select the preset number by pressing the TUNING or button, while this is still blinking (approx. 5 seconds) Press the MEMORY button again to enter.The display stops blinking.The station is now stored in the specified presetmemory location. RECEIVER SR8400 MEMORY TUNING

MEMO SR8400UDFU01ENG22 04.1.7, 11:49 AMPage 28 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC29 ENGLISH ENGLISH(Using the remote control unit) Tune into the radio station you desire (Refer to the “MANUAL TUNING” or “AUTO TUNING” section).

Press the MEMO button on the remote. “– –“ (preset number) starts blinking on the display. Enter the desired preset number by pressingthe numeric buttons.Note:• When entering a single digit number (2 for example), either input “02” or just input “2” and wait for a few seconds.RECALLING A PRESET STATION(Using the SR8400) Press the F/P button to show the presetstation on the display. Select the desired preset station by pressing the TUNING or buttons on the front panel. (Using the remote control unit)

ress the TUNER button twice within twoseconds on the remote. Press the > button until PAGE4 is displayed

Press the P-SET+ (D4) or P-SET– (D5) button to tune in the deseired preset station.Or enter the preset station number with thenumeric buttons.PRESET SCAN(Using the remote control unit)

ress the TUNER button twice within twoseconds on the remote. Press the > button until PAGE2 is displayedand press the P-SCAN (D4) on the remote.“PRESET SCAN” appears on the front displayand then the preset station with the lowestpreset number is recalled first. Preset stations are recalled in sequence (No.1→ No.2 → etc.) for 5 seconds each.No stored preset number will be skipped. You can fast forward the preset stations,press the > button until PAGE4 is displayedand press the P-SET+ (D4) continuously. When the desired preset station is received,cancel the preset scan operation by pressing the CLEAR button or P-SCAN (D4) on the remote. CLEARING STORED PRESET STATIONSYou can remove preset stations from the memoryusing the following procedure. Recall the preset number to be cleared with the method described in “Recalling” a preset station.

Press the MEMORY button on the front panel orpress the MEMO button on the remote. The stored preset number blinks in the displayfor 5 seconds. While blinking, press the CLEARbutton on the front panel or the remote.

“xx CLEAR” appears on the display to indicate that the specified preset number has been cleared.Notes:• To clear all stored preset stations, press and hold the CLEAR and the F/P buttons for two seconds. SORTING PRESET STATIONSIf you have stations memorized, and there is a gapin the sequential order:I.e. the stations are stored as follows 1) 87.5 MHz 2) 93.1 MHz 3) 94.7 MHz10) 105.9 MHz(notice there is no stations programmed for presets for 4-9), you can have pre set 10 become preset 5:To sort the numbers, press and hold the MEMORYand the F/P buttons.“PRESET SORT” will appear on the display andsorting will be done.NAME INPUT OF THE PRESET STATION.This function allows the name of each preset channelto be entered using alphanumeric characters.Before name inputting, you need to store presetstations with the preset memory operation. Recall the preset number to be inputted name with the method described in “Recalling” a preset station. Press the MEMORY button on the front panelor press the MEMO button on the remote formore than 3 seconds. The left most column of the station nameindicator flashes, indicating the characterentry ready status. When the SELECT knob is turned, or pressthe > button until PAGE2 is displayed and press the SCAN+ (D1) or SCAN– (D2) on the remote, alphabetic and numeric characters willbe displayed in the following order: A → B → C ... Z → 1 → 2 → 3 ..... 0 → – → +

• / → (Blank) → A UP → ← DOWN After selecting the first character to be entered,press the MEMORY or ENTER buttons, pressthe MEMO button on the remote.The entry in this column is fixed and the nextcolumn starts to flash. Fill the next column thesame way.To move back and forth between the characters, press the TUNING / buttons. Or the CH+ or CH– on the remote. Note:• Unused columns should be filled by enteringblanks. To save the name, press the MEMORY or theENTER button, press the MEMO button onthe remote for more than 2 seconds.

AV SURROUND RECEIVER SR8400

MEMO CLEAR7.1CH ATT SPK-AB DISP OSD SLEEP CLEAR

MEMO SR8400UDFU01ENG22 04.1.7, 11:49 AMPage 29 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC30 ENGLISH MULTI ROOM SYSTEM The Multi Room system is a function which allowsyou to listen to the same or a different source in aroom other than the room in which the SR8400 islocated.To use this function, a multi room remote unit andremote control signal receiver available from yourMarantz dealer are necessary.The operations possible with the multi roomfunction are explained briefly below.For details, refer to the instruction manual suppliedwith the multi room remote control unit andreceiver.When the outputs of the MULTI ROOM OUTterminals are wired and connected to amplifiersinstalled in other rooms or MULTI SPEAKER OUTterminals are wired and connected to L&Rspeakers in other room, different sources can beplayed in rooms other than the main room in whichthis unit and the playback devices are installed.SR8400 has some feature to MULTI ROOMSYSTEM as source selector, OSD information,sleep timer, Multi Room Speaker output andremote control.MULTI ROOM PLAYBACK USINGTHE MULTI ROOM OUT TERMINALSThe SR8400 is equipped with audio pre-outterminals for which the volume is adjustable andcomposite video output terminals as the MULTIROOM output terminals.A separately sold stereo power amplifier can beconnected to enjoy multi room playback.Operation to MULTI ROOM OUT without theremote controller. Press the MULTI ROOM button. The unitenters multi room mode and the display indicates “SELCT SOURCE” and flashes the “MULTI” indicator for approx. 10 seconds. In this time, you can select the input source bypressing the input selector buttons. Then, the display indicates “MULTI VOLUME” “MULTI VOL. xx” for approx. 5 seconds. During this time, you can set the volume levelin the multi room as desired.This will only set the volume in the secondroom.MULTI ROOM PLAYBACK USINGTHE MULTI SPEAKER TERMINALSThe SR8400 allows you to connect another set ofspeakers and place them in a different room orseparated area for listening to music.Operation to MULTI ROOM SPEAKER without theremote controller. Press the MULTI SPEAKER button. The unitenters multi room mode and the display indicates “SELCT SOURCE” and flashes the “MULTI” indicators for approx. 10 seconds. In this time, you can select the input source bypressing the input selector buttons.

Then, the display indicates “MSPKR VOLUME” “MSPKR VOL.–18” for approx. 5 seconds. During this time, you can set the volume levelin the multi room as desired.This will only set the volume in the multi room.Notes for MULTI ROOM SPEAKER• MULTI ROOM SPEAKER On/ Off is available inmain room only.• MULTI ROOM SPEAKER output terminals canbe used when the SURROUND BACK SPEAKERis set NONE in SPEAKER SETUP menu. (SeeSPEAKER SETUP, page 18)•“The Surr. Back Speakers are in use” is displayedby pressing the MULTI SPEAKER button when the SURROUND BACK SPEAKER is set exceptNONE in SPEAKER SETUP menu. (SeeSPEAKER SETUP, page 18)OPERATION OF THE MULTI ROOMOUTPUTS WITH THE REMOTECONTROL FROM A SECOND ROOM. Press MULTI on the multi room remote controlfrom the MULTI ROOM.(Press the AMP button and press the the >button until PAGE4 is displayed. Press theMULTI (D1) button.)This operations will put the SR8400 into multiroom mode and “MULTI” will be illuminated onthe display.MULTI ROOM Video output will show OSDinformation for the MULTI ROOM setup.

Press the VOL + or VOL – button on the multi room remote control to set the desiredvolume. In multi room mode, the multi room remotecontrol can be used in the multiroom tooperate the following functions.General:Controlling volume level, sleep timer, andmuting. Selecting input audio and video sourceTuner:Selecting band, controlling preset channel up anddown, tuning up and down, direct frequency call.Notes for the multi room system:• The MULTI ROOM OUT has analog outputs.This does not support digital input signals.• If the Tuner (FM or AM) is active in the mainroom, you can not control any function of thetuner.In this case, You must listen to the same satationas the main room. MUL T I ROOMVIDEO : VCR1AUDIO : FM 102.00SLEEP T IMER : 90 mi nMULT I :OFF MSPKR:OFF

• The selected function name and USE are displayed in the LCD.

Press the desired operation buttons to play the selected component.• For details, refer to the component’s user guide.• It may not be possible to operate some models. CONTROLLING A MARANTZ DVD PLAYER (DVD MODE) CONTROLLING A MARANTZ CD PLAYER (CD MODE) CONTROLLING A MARANTZ VCR (VCR MODE) 2 315 648097MEMOCLEAR DSS AMP AUX2 AUX1 TAPE TUNER

SOURCE ON/OFF Turns the DVD player on and off POWER ON Turns the DVD player on POWER OFF Turns the DVD player off D1 - D5 / >(Page) (Refer to page vi) Cursor/OK Move the cursor, enters the setting MENU Calls up the menu of DVD disc 0-9 Input the numeric MEMO Call up the programming menu CLEAR Clears the inputting

Skip forward or previous chapter/track

SOURCE ON/OFF Turns the CD player on and off POWER ON Turns the CD player on POWER OFF Turns the CD player off D1 - D5 / >(Page) (Refer to page vi) MENU Switches the display information 0-9 Input the numeric MEMO Programs CLEAR Clears the inputting

Skip forward or previous track

Skip forward or previous track

ATT SPK-AB DISP OSD SLEEP

Skip forward or previous track

SOURCE ON/OFF Turns the MD deck on and off POWER ON Turns the MD deck on POWER OFF Turns the MD deck off D1 - D5 / >(Page) (Refer to page vi) MENU Switches the display information 0-9 Input the numeric MEMO Programs CLEAR Clears the inputting

Skip forward or previous track

MEMO CLEAR TAPE USE PAGE

SOURCE ON/OFF Turns the TAPE deck on and off POWER ON Turns the TAPE deck on POWER OFF Turns the TAPE deck off D1 - D5 / >(Page) (Refer to page vi) 0-9 Input the numeric MEMO Programs CLEAR Clears the inputting

Skip forward or previous track

Record SR8400UDFU01ENG22 04.1.7, 11:49 AMPage 32 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC33 ENGLISH ENGLISH BASIC OPERATION USE MODE(Normal operation status)This remote control is preset with a total of 12types of remote codes, including Marantz TV(television), DVD, VCR (VCR deck), DSS (satellitebroadcasting tuner), TUNER, CD, CD-R, MD,TAPE (tape deck), AUX1, AUX2, and AMP(amplifier).Learning is not necessary for Marantz products.You can use these products without setting anycodes. Press the SOURCE button.For this example, press DVD.DVD is shown on the LCD, and the remote controlis set for DVD.Pressing the source button once changes theremote control to the settings for the source thatwas pressed.To change the amplifier or other source, press theSOURCE button twice (double-click). The code issent, and then the amplifier source changes to DVD.

Press the buttons to operate the DVD.The indicator is shown on the LCD while theremote control codes are being transmitted. It isnot displayed when buttons without stored codeare pressed. The direct buttons can be used to perform upto 20 operations for each of the 12 sources,including DVD, TV, AMP, and other AVequipment.The buttons consist of the D1 to D5 buttons, andthe equipment is operated by pressing the buttonscorresponding to the indicators on the LCD.Four pages are available, and press the > button toselect a page. The current page position isdisplayed on the LCD.PRESET MODE(When operating non-Marantz AV equipmentproducts)This remote control is preset with remote controlcodes from AV equipment by other manufacturers.The preset codes are TV, VCR, LD, CABLE, DSS,DVD, TAPE, TUNER, CD, CD-R, MD and AMP.Settings can be made in one of two ways.When the preset codes are set, the followingcodes are contained in the source button of theremote control.See the attached manufacturer number list for thepreset manufacturers, devices, preset numbers,and other settings.Remote control Corresponding Device namesource name preset codeTV TV TelevisionDVD DVD DVD playerVCR VCR Video deckDSS SATELLITE Satellite broadcasting tuner equipmentTUNERRECEIVER/TUNERAM FM TUNERCD CD/CD-R PLAYER CD playerCD-R CD/CD-R PLAYER CD recorderMD CD/CD-R PLAYER MD deckTAPE TAPE Cassette deckAUX1 CABLE Cable televisionAUX2 LASER DISC Laser disc playerAMP AMPLIFIER Amplifier or receiverRECEIVER/TUNER• When using Marantz products, TV and DVD canbe set to TV1 (TV/VDP: Projector) and TV2(PDP: Plasma display), and DVD1 (first DVDplayer) and DVD2 (second DVD player),respectively, to match the customer’s operatingenvironment. These settings are made inPRESET mode.In the factory default state, the remote control isset to TV1 and DVD1. To make the presets,enter the numbers below while referring to thesection “Entering and Setting the ManufacturerNumber Directly”.TV1: 0001, TV2: 0002DVD1: 0001, DVD2: 0002Entering and Setting the Manufacturer NumberDirectlyRefer to the manufacturer number list.This example shows how to set a SAMSUNG DVDplayer. View the supplied manufacturer number list,and find the number of the manufacturer forthe device that you are using. Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D1 (PRESET) direct button.The Preset setting (P-SET) is displayed. Press the DVD source button. Press the numeric buttons to enter the four-digit manufacturer number. Example: To enter “0600” from the manufacturer number list.To correct the entered number, use the or cursor button to enter the correct number.• If no button is pressed for over one minuteduring the setting process, any settingsthat were made are cancelled. Press the OK cursor button. Confirm the OK is displayed and then thedisplay returns to the Preset Setting (P-SET).When the manufacturer number is enteredcorrectly, OK is displayed momentarily on thescreen.• If you enter a number not in themanufacturer number list, WRONG CODEis displayed, and then you return to thepreset setting againCheck the manufacturer number list, andeither set a different number or use thesequence function to set. To set the manufacturer number for anothersource device, repeat the procedure in steps 4to 6. After the settings are completed, press the Mbutton. Press the buttons on the remote control tocheck that the DVD can be operated correctly.Setting Equipment Not Appearing in ManufacturerNumber ListUse the sequence function to set equipment notappearing in the manufacturer number list. Youmay still be unable to set some equipment evenwhen using the sequence function. In this case,the remote control can be programmed with codesindividually.In the sequence function, the power ON/OFFcodes are transmitted by pressing the remotecontrol buttons in order.If the power for the equipment is left on, hold downthe button until the equipment is turned off, andthen release. This completes the setting.This example shows how to set a DVD player. Turn on the power of the DVD player. Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D1 (PRESET) direct button.The Preset setting (P-SET) is displayed. Press the DVD source button.

Hold down the CH+ or CH– button for one second or more.

Press the CH+ button repeatedly in the interval for one second.The signal is transmitted, and the display cyclesthrough the code number.Press the CH– button to go back to a numberscreen. Release the button once the DVD player turns off.

Press the OK cursor button. Confirm the OK is displayed and then thedisplay returns to the Preset Setting (P-SET). To set the manufacturer number for anothersource device, repeat the procedure in steps 4to 8. After the settings are completed, press the Mbutton. Press the buttons on the remote control tocheck that the DVD can be operated correctly.Check the following points if the equipment whichwas set does not operate properly.• If there is more than one number in themanufacturer number list, try setting a differentnumber.• There may be some buttons which cannot be used.Program the codes to the required buttons. USE PAG E

SR8400UDFU01ENG22 04.1.7, 11:49 AMPage 33 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC34 ENGLISH LEARN MODE Programming the (PLAY) and Other Control Buttons and Numeric Buttons This remote control is capable of learning andstoring codes used by other remote controls thatyou already own.For codes which are not learned, the remotecontrol will transmit either the Marantz presetcodes from the initial settings, or remote codesfrom another manufacturer’s AV equipment whichis set by the customer.The receiver sensor for the remote control signals islocated at the top of the remote control.This example shows how to learn the codes fromthe remote control of a DVD player. Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D2 (LEARN) direct button.The LEARN setting (LEARN) is displayed. The LEARN indicator then blinks. Press the DVD source button. Press the (PLAY) button. The LEARN indicator blinks, and then displays toindicate that learning is ready. Place the receiver sensor of the remotecontrol (top) so that it is facing the transmitterof the DVD remote control (top) at a distanceof about 5 cm (2 inches). Press and hold down the (PLAY) button ofthe transmitting DVD remote control, andcheck that OK is displayed on the LCD.The remote control has finished learning when OKis displayed on the LCD.If ERROR is displayed on the LCD, some error hasprevented the command from being learned. If thishappens, repeat the procedure for steps 4 and 5.In some rare cases, ERROR may be displayedrepeatedly during the learning operation. In thiscase, the transmitting remote control may havespecial signal codes. These codes cannot belearned by this remote control. Follow the same procedure to make theremote control learn the other buttons. Repeat the procedure in steps 3 to 6 to havethe remote control learn the signal codes froma TV, CD player, or other AV equipment.• When no buttons are pressed forapproximately one minute during thelearning operation, the remote controlautomatically returns to USE mode.• When programming the source buttons,switch to the source in step 3, and thenpress the source button again. When you have finished programming thecodes for each button, press the M button. The USE indicator is displayed on the LCD, andthe newly stored codes can be used.• If FULL is displayed on the LCD, thememory cannot hold any more learnedcodes in LEARN mode.If FULL is displayed no matter how manytimes you try the learning operation, theremote control cannot accept any morenew codes until some of the previouslylearned codes are deleted from thememory. Delete some of the learnedbuttons from the sources. Note:

• To learn the remote control code, a button of thetransmitting remote control should be pressed and held down until the “OK” is displayed on the LCD of the RC1400.The holding time needs for 5 seconds or more.This time is depend on the remote control code. The M button and > button cannot be taught. Only each one code can be learned for the LIGHT buttons 1and 2, regardless of the source. Programming the Direct Buttons and Rewriting Names This example shows how to program codes fromother manufacturer products to the DVD MENUbutton (D1) and change the display to OSD. Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D2 (LEARN) direct button.The LEARN setting (LEARN) indicator isdisplayed. The LEARN indicator then blinks. Press the DVD source button.The first page of the direct button screen isdisplayed. There are four available pages. Pressingthe > buttons cycles through the pages in this order1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → 1. Press the D1 (MENU) direct button. The LEARN indicator blinks, and then displays toindicate that learning is ready. Place the receiver sensor of the remotecontrol (top) so that it is facing the transmitterof the DVD remote control (top) at a distanceof about 5 cm (2 inches). Press and hold down the OSD button of thetransmitting DVD remote control, and checkthat OK is displayed on the LCD.The remote control has finished learning when OKis displayed on the LCD.If ERROR is displayed on the LCD, some error hasprevented the command from being learned. If thishappens, repeat the procedure for steps 4 and 5.• After learning is completed, the remotecontrol automatically switches to namerewriting mode. The left end “ ” indicatoron the MENU blinks to indicate that theblinking part can be rewritten.• If no names will be rewritten, press the OKcursor button. The display returns tolearning standby mode by pressing the OKcursor button. To change the name, press the numericbuttonsto enter the text.
• Use the cursor buttons to move to the sections to be rewritten on the LCD.• To change MENU to OSD, press the 5numeric button.Each time the button is pressed, the display cycles through M → N → O → 5 →

After rewriting of the text is completed, pressthe OK cursor button.To delete text that is already entered, press the 0button to insert a space.• In this example, MENU is changed to“OSD (space) (space)” in this step, andthen OSD is displayed in the right side bypressing the OK button.For details, refer to the section “RewritingNames”. In the same way, use the > button to select thepage, and then press the direct button toprogram the codes. After programming the codes for each of thebuttons, press the M button. The USE indicator displays on the LCD, and thenewly stored codes can be transmitted. REWRITING NAMES This remote control allows the rewriting of namesfor the sources and direct buttons. This operationis performed for each individual source.This example shows how to change the sourcename from DVD to AVD and AUDIO to SOUND. Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. USE PAG E

6 (When OK) (failed) (codes are full)

Press the D3 (NAME) direct button . Press the DVD source button . The NAME indicator blinks.The “ ” blinks to indicate that the letter can bechanged. Press the cursor button twice.The D in DVD blinks to indicate that the letter canbe changed. Press the 1 numeric button to select A.Each time the numeric buttons are pressed, thebutton cycles through the alphanumeric charactersshown below. 1: A → B → C → 1 → A 2: D → E → F → 2 → D 3: G → H → I → 3 → G 4: J → K → L → 4 → J 5: M → N → O → 5 → M 6: P → Q → R → 6 → P 7: S → T → U → 7 → S 8: V → W → X → 8 → V 9: Y → Z → / → 9 → Y 0: SPACE ( ) → + → — → , → ’ → < → > → ? → 0 → SPACE ( ) Press the or cursor button .The letter is changed to “A”.• The and cursor buttons can be used tomove the blinking indicator of the sectionto be rewritten. Press the or cursor buttons to selectAUDIO on the direct button indicator. The Aflashes to indicate that the name can bechanged. Press the 7 numeric button to select S.Each time the button is pressed, the button cycles through S → T → U → 7 → S.

Press the cursor button to move the flashingsection. Press the 5 numeric button to select O. Follow the same procedure to enter U, N, and

When finished entering the text, press the OKcursor button . Press the M button . The USE indicator displays on the LCD, and thenewly stored codes can be used.The input is overwritten, and so the currentlydisplayed text is erased.Up to six characters can be entered for the directbutton indicator.

ERASING PROGRAMMED CODES (RETURNING TO

INITIAL SETTINGS) Codes can be erased in five ways: by buttons,direct buttons, direct button pages, sources, andby all memory contents. Erasing Buttons and Erasing Direct Buttons This example shows how to erase the codelearned from the PLAY button of the DVD playerand the AUTO code of the AMP direct button.Erasing buttons Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D5 (ERASE) direct button . Press the DVD source button . The USE and LEARN indicators blink. Press the button ( : PLAY) that you want toerase while holding down the CLEAR button .A message is displayed on the LCD. Press the D4 (YES) direct button to erase.The code programmed to the ( :PLAY) button iserased.When the code is cleared, the code for this buttonresets to the factory default code or becomes blank.• To cancel the erasing operation, press theD5 (NO) button to return to the previousdisplay.To erase codes programmed for theCLEAR button, simply press the CLEARbutton twice.To erase codes programmed for theSOURCE button, simply press theSOURCE button twice.Erasing direct buttons Press the AMP source button . Press the > button to display the first page for AMP.

Press the D1 (AUTO) direct button to beerased while holding down the CLEAR button

Press the D4 (YES) direct button to erase.The code programmed to the AUTO button iserased.When the code is cleared, the code for this buttonresets to the factory default code or becomes blank.The rewritten name returns to the original name.• To cancel the erasing operation, press theD5 (NO) button to return to the previousscreen. When the erasing operation is finished, pressthe M button . The USE indicator displays to indicate that theremote control can now be operated. Erasing Direct Button Pages This example shows how to erase the entire directbutton second page learned from the DVD player. Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D5 (ERASE) direct button . Press the DVD source button . The USE and LEARN indicators blink. Press the > button to display the second page. Press the > button while holding down theCLEAR button . Press the D4 (YES) direct button to erase.All codes and names programmed to page 2 areerased. When the codes are cleared, the codes forthis button reset to the factory default code orbecome blank. Any rewritten names return to theoriginal name.• To cancel the erasing operation, press theD5 (NO) button to return to the previousscreen. When the erasing operation is finished, pressthe M button . The USE indicator lights up to indicate that theremote control can now be operated. Erasing Sources This procedure clears all codes and namesprogrammed to the DVD, TV, or other sources. Allcodes and names in the four direct button pagesare also erased.This example shows how to erase the names andcodes learned from the DVD player. Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D5 (ERASE) direct button . Press the DVD source button . The USE and LEARN indicators blink. Press the DVD source button while holdingdown the CLEAR button . Press the D4 (YES) direct button to erase.All codes and names programmed to the DVDsource are erased. When the codes are cleared, thecodes for this button reset to the factory defaultcode or become blank. Any rewritten names returnto the original name.• To cancel the erasing operation, press theD5 (NO) button to return to the previousdisplay. When the erasing operation is finished, pressthe M button . The USE indicator displays to indicate that theremote control can now be operated.

SR8400UDFU01ENG22 04.1.7, 11:50 AMPage 35 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC36 ENGLISH Erasing All This procedure clears (resets) all programmedcodes and names. Once all the data is cleared, thememory is returned to the factory default status.The programmed macros are also erased. Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D5 (ERASE) direct button . The USE and LEARN indicators blink. Press the CLEAR button while holding down the POWER ON and OFF buttons at the same time. Press the D4 (YES) direct button to erase.All programmed codes and names are erased andreset to the factory default settings.• To cancel the erasing operation, press theD5 (NO) button to return to the previousscreen.• To erase all operation takes a few secondsafter the D4 (YES) button is pressed. PROGRAMMING MACROS This remote control can program a series of buttonoperations in sequence.Macros are a function that makes it possible to usea single button operation to perform a complexseries of button operations any number of times. Asingle button can be programmed to perform up to20 steps in sequence. A total of 20 buttons can beprogrammed with macros.• For example, the following sequence ofoperations can be programmed to a macro.Switch amplifier to DVD source → Set amplifiermode to AUTO → Play DVD player → Switch TVto video inputThe factory default for the transmission interval(time) between macro operations is one second,but these signal transmission intervals can be setbetween approximately 0.5 seconds and 5seconds in the Setup mode. Each transmissioninterval can be adjusted independently whenprogramming or revising a macro.Note:If the signal transmission interval (interval time)is changed using the Setup mode (describedlater), this transmission interval is applied to allmacro programs. To change individual signaltransmission intervals, use the procedures inthis section for programming macros andrevising macros.• No signals are transmitted while programming amacro.

• The M button, > button, cursor buttons, MEMO button, CLEAR button, and VOL buttons cannot be programmed.• If no button is pressed for approximately oneminute during programming, the remote controlreturns to the state before macro mode.In this case, the macro program is not stored.• When executing macro mode, performing thesource switching operation two or more timesonly changes the remote control mode and doesnot transmit any signals. (Switching of thesource selector of the amplifier is valid onlyonce.) PROGRAMMING MACROS This example shows how to program a macro tothe M-01 button.(The screens shown in the example are the defaultfactory states. If the names of direct buttons wererewritten, these modified names would bedisplayed.)Switch amplifier to DVD source → Play DVD player→ Set the interval to 2 seconds until the next signalis sent → Switch TV to video input → Set theamplifier mode to AUTO Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D4 (MACRO) direct button .The macro menu is displayed. The MACRO indicator displays and LEARN blinks. Press the D1 (M-01) direct button .The menu has four pages, and so use the > buttonto select the page when programming otherbuttons. Press the buttons in the sequence that youwant the operations performed.The actual program starts here.Each time a button is pressed, the name of thebutton is displayed on the LCD.

Press the or cursor buttons and set to 2.0(seconds).• Use the cursor button to increase thetime and the button to decrease thetime. The interval time can be set from 0.5seconds to 5 seconds.• To stop the time adjustment, press the D5(CANCEL) direct button.

Press the OK cursor button .The LCD displays END to indicate thatprogramming is completed. To program another macro, repeat theprocedure in steps 3 to 4-12. To exit macro programming, press the Mbutton . The USE indicator displays to indicate that theremote control can now be operated.When the macro are programmed 20 operations ormore, the display returns macro menu. Edit the macro so that it has 20 operations or less.

EXECUTING MACRO PROGRAMS

Press the M button shortly.The macro menu is displayed. Press the D1 (M-01) direct button . Check that the operations of the program areexecuted step by step.The name of the operation button is displayed onthe LCD.

• The programmed section is indicated by &. The bar indicator moves to indicate theprogress of the program. Select DVD source → PLAY transmit → Interval time: 2 seconds → Select TV → TV INPUT transmit → Select AMP → AUTO transmit → End
• To cancel transmission of the programwhile it is in progress, press any button.

CHANGING NAMES OF MACRO PROGRAMS

Under the factory default settings, the names of themacro programs are set from M-01 to M-20, but youcan change them to any desired name.The text can have up to six characters, and it isentered using the numeric buttons.This example shows how to change the M-01name to MOVIE.

Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D4 (MACRO) direct button .The macro menu is displayed. The MACRO indicator displays and LEARN blinks. Press the D1 (M-01) direct button .The NAME is displayed. Press the D3 (NAME) direct button .The “ ” blinks to indicate that rewriting ispossible. Press the 5 numeric button to select M. Press the cursor button to next.The “ ” blinks to indicate that rewriting ispossible. Press the 5 numeric button to select O. Repeat steps 6 and 7, and then enter V, I, E and “ (space)”.

• To make changes in the text while enteringit, use the or cursor buttons to move tothe blinking section. After making the changes, press the OKcursor button .• To change the names of other macroprograms, repeat the procedure in steps 3to 9. To exit, press the M button .

ERASING STEPS OF MACRO PROGRAMS

This example shows how to delete the TV andINPUT steps from the following macroprogrammed to M-01.The program is changed from

Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D4 (MACRO) direct button .The macro menu is displayed. The MACRO indicator displays and LEARN blinks. Press the D1 (M-01) direct button . Press the D5 (EDIT) direct button .The LCD displays DVD, and the step position isindicated by 7.The programmed section is indicated by &. Press the cursor button to display TV. Press the CLEAR button .The LCD displays CLEAR, and TV and INPUTare deleted.When deleting steps from a macro program, theoperations performed for a source after switchingto the source are also deleted.If the CLEAR button is pressed at the INPUTposition, only the INPUT step is deleted.The & indicator for the step is also changed.• To check the modified steps, press the or cursor button. To exit, press the M button .When finished, to change another macro program,press the OK cursor button to return to the menu,and then repeat the procedure for steps 3 to 6.

OVERWRITING STEPS IN MACRO PROGRAMS

This example shows how to change the macroprogrammed to M-01 from

Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D4 (MACRO) direct button .The macro menu is displayed. The MACRO indicator displays and LEARN blinks. Press the D1 (M-01) direct button . Press the D5 (EDIT) direct button .The LCD displays DVD, and the step position isindicated by 7.The programmed section is indicated by &. Press the cursor button so that AMP isdisplayed. Press the TV source button .TV blinks for 0.5 seconds. Press the D1 (INPUT) direct button .INPUT blinks for 0.5 seconds.TV and INPUT are overwritten.• To check the modified steps, press the or cursor button. To exit, press the M button .When finished, to change another macro program,press the OK cursor button to return to the menu,and then repeat the procedure for steps 3 to 8.

INSERTING STEPS IN MACRO PROGRAMS

This example shows how to change the macroprogrammed to M-01 from

Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the D4 (MACRO) direct button .The macro menu is displayed. The MACRO indicator displays and LEARN blinks. Press the D1 (M-01) direct button . Press the D5 (EDIT) direct button .The LCD displays DVD, and the step position isindicated by 7.The programmed section is indicated by &. Press the cursor button so that AMP isdisplayed. Press the MEMO button . Press the TV source button .TV blinks for 0.5 seconds Press the D1 (INPUT) direct button .INPUT blinks for 0.5 seconds.TV and INPUT are inserted. Press the OK cursor button .• To check the modified steps, press the or cursor button. To exit, press the M button .When finished, to change another macro program,press the OK cursor button to return to the menu,and then repeat the procedure for steps 3 to 9.

CLEARING MACRO PROGRAMS

When clearing macros, the macros programmed tothe button are erased. Modified macro names arealso returned to the factory default settings. Thisexample shows how to clear a macro with thename MOVIE programmed to M-02. Press the M button for three second or more.The macro menu is displayed. Press the D4 (MACRO) direct button .The macro menu is displayed. Press the D2 (MOVIE) direct button whileholding down the CLEAR button . Press the D4 (YES) direct button to clear themacro.To cancel the clearing operation, press the NO (D5button). To exit, press the M button .When finished, to change another macro program,press the OK cursor button to return to the menu,and then repeat the procedure for steps 2 to 4.

Setting the macro timer enables the macroprogram to automatically turn the power for adevice on or off or perform other operations.In the settings, you can select to execute themacro timer everyday or only once.Be sure to set the clock to the correct time beforeusing the timer. The macro timer can only be setfor one program a day.This example shows how to use the timer onlyonce at 20:35 to execute a macro programmed toM-01. Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the > button to display the third pageTIMER menu. Press the D2 (ONCE?) direct button .The M-TMR menu is displayed on the LCD.• To cancel timer operation, press CANCEL. Press the D1 (M-01) direct button .The time which is set previously is displayed. Press the 2 and 0 numeric button to set thehour indicator to 20. Press the 3 and 5 numeric button to set theminute indicator to 35. Press the OK cursor button .This finalizes the time. To exit, press the M button .To cancel the macro timer, return to the TIMERmenu and press the D5 (CANCEL) and then pressD1 (M-01).

EXECUTING THE MACRO TIMER

The macro program starts when the time that wasset is reached. The TIMER indicator lights upwhenever the macro timer is activated.Note:To execute the macro timer, place the remotecontrol facing the infrared sensor of the device tobe operated. If the remote control is not in asuitable position, it may not operate the deviceproperly. CLONE MODE

CREATING COPIES USING CLONE MODE

All of the codes programmed to the RC1400remote control can be copied to another RC1400using a few simple operations.• The remote control can copy the entire contentsor the contents for specific source buttons.• When copying the entire contents, allprogrammed codes, modified names,programmed macros, and signal transmissionintervals are copied.When copying the contents for source buttons, theprogrammed codes and modified names arecopied.Note:The clone function can only be used for copyingwhen using the same model (RC1400) for both thetransmitting and receiving remote control.

COPYING ENTIRE CONTENTS

<Transmitting remote control><Receiving remote control> Place the receiver sensor of the receivingremote control (top) so that it is facing thetransmitter of the transmitting remote control(top) at a distance of about 5 cm (2 inches). Hold down the M button of the transmittingremote control for three seconds or more.The menu is displayed. Press the > button to display the fourth pageCLONE menu. Press the D3 (TX) direct button .The transmitting side is now ready. Hold down the M button of the receivingremote control for three seconds or more.The menu is displayed. Press the > button to display the fourth pageCLONE menu. Press the D1 (RX) direct button .The receiving side is now ready. Press the OK cursor button on the receivingremote control. Press the OK cursor button on thetransmitting remote control.When copying is started, the bar indicators on bothLCDs start to move from the left to the right.• When the copying operation is completed,TX OK is displayed on the LCD of thetransmitting remote control, and RX OK isdisplayed on the LCD of the receivingremote control.• Do not touch either of the remote controlsduring the copying operation. Doing socould cause copying to fail.• If the copying fails in the middle of thecopying process, RX ERROR is displayedon the receiving remote control. Checkand perform steps 1 to 7 again.• Copying takes about three minutes tocomplete when the transmitting remotecontrol has been programmed to 100%capacity. Once copying is completed, press the Mbutton on both remote controls.

The 12 sources can be copied on a source bysource basis. You can select from up to 12 sourcetypes.<Receiving remote control> Place the receiver sensor of the receivingremote control (top) so that it is facing thetransmitter of the transmitting remote control(top) at a distance of about 5 cm (2 inches). Hold down the M button of the transmittingremote control for three seconds or more.The menu is displayed. Press the > button to display the fourth pageCLONE menu. Press the D3 (TX) direct button .The transmitting side is now ready. Hold down the M button of the receivingremote control for three seconds or more. Press the > button to display the fourth pageCLONE menu. Press the D2 (RX-S) direct button . Press the source button to be copied.The receiving side is now ready.The name of the source which was pressed isdisplayed on the LCD.• Each time the source button is pressed,the name is displayed on the LCD. Press the OK cursor button on the receivingremote control. Press the OK cursor button on thetransmitting remote control.When copying is started, the bar indicators on bothLCDs start to move from the left to the right.• When the copying operation is completed,TX OK is displayed on the LCD of thetransmitting remote control, and RX OK isdisplayed on the LCD of the receivingremote control.• Do not touch either of the remote controlsduring the copying operation. Doing socould cause copying to fail.

• If the copying fails in the middle of thecopying process, ERROR is displayed onthe remote control.Check and perform steps 1 to 7 again. Once copying is completed, press the Mbutton on both remote controls. SETUP SETTING THE LIGHTING TIME• The LCD lights up when the LIGHT buttons arepressed. The LCD remains lit while the pressedbutton is held down, and it goes off when thebutton is released.• The LCD continues to light up if another buttonis pressed while it is lit or if pressed within twoseconds after the light goes off.• The lighting time can be set in one-second unitsfrom 0 to 60 seconds.The LIGHT buttons have light-absorbingproperties that enable them to store light. If thebuttons are no longer illuminated in a dimly litenvironment, bring the buttons near a fluorescentlamp or other light source for a sufficient amount oftime. This should illuminate the buttons again.• The LIGHT buttons consist of a LIGHT1 andLIGHT2 button, and they both perform the sameoperation.The factory default lighting time is set to 15seconds.This example shows how to set the lighting time to20 seconds. Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the > button to display the second pageSETUP menu. Press the D1 (LIGHT) direct button .The LIGHT is displayed on the LCD Press the or cursor button to set thelighting time. Press the OK cursor button to enter thelighting time. Once the setting is finished, press the Mbutton .SETTING THE MACRO INTERVAL TIMEWhen a macro program is executed, controlsignals are transmitted in sequence. Thistransmission interval (interval time) can be set in0.5-seconds units from 0.5 to 5 seconds.If the interval time is set in this Setup mode, theinterval times for all programmed macros arechanged. If necessary, use EDIT (see page 37) inthe macro program to change the individualtransmission times.The factory default setting for the transmissioninterval is 1 second.This example shows how to set the interval time to5 seconds. Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the > button to display the second pageSETUP menu. Press the D2 (I-TIME) direct button . Press the or cursor button to set theinterval time.Holding down the cursor button fast-forwards thetime indicator. Press the OK cursor button to enter theinterval time. Once the setting is finished, press the Mbutton .ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY CONTRASTThe contrast of the LCD can be adjusted. Adjustfor maximum visibility according to your viewingenvironment. Hold down the M button for three seconds ormore.The menu is displayed. Press the > button to display the second pageSETUP menu. Press the D3 (CONT) direct button . Press the or cursor button and set thedisplay contrast for maximum visibility.The adjustment has 10 levels.The factory default setting for the contrast is thefifth level. Press the OK cursor button to enter thedisplay contrast. Once the setting is finished, press the Mbutton . PAG E

1. Are the connections made properly ?

2. Are you operating the unit properly following the user’s guide ?

3. Are the power amplifiers and speaker working properly ?

If the unit does not operate properly, check items shown in the following table. If your trouble cannot be recovered with the remedy actions listed in the following table, malfunction of the internal circuitry is suspected; immediately unplug the power cable and contact your dealer, nearest Marantz authorized dealer or the Marantz Service Center in your country. CAUSE The power plug is not connected. Mute is on. The input cable is not connected correctly. The master volume control is turned all the way down. The function selector position is wrong. The headphones are connected to the headphone jack. Input cable connected incorrectly. Speaker cable connected incorrectly. The center speaker cable connection is incomplete. STEREO has been selected for Surround mode. Center = NONE has been selected in SETUP mode. The surround speaker cable connection is incomplete. STEREO has been selected for Surround mode. Surround = NONE has been selected in SETUP mode. The surround back speaker cable connection is incomplete. Surround mode is not EX/ES mode. Surround back = NONE has been selected in SPEAKERS SIZE SETUP SYMPTOM SR8400 cannot be turned up. No sound and picture are output even when power is on. No speaker output. Incorrect Audio or Video for selected source. Incorrect Audio from a channel. No Audio output from the center channel speaker. No Audio output from the surround speakers. No Audio output from the surround back speakers. REMEDY Connect the power plug to the outlet. Cancel mute using the remote control unit. See the connection diagram and connect the cables correctly. Adjust the master volume. Select correct position. Disconnect the headphones. (Speakers will not output sound when headphones are connected.) Connect the cable correctly by referring to the connection diagram. Connect the cable correctly by referring to the connection diagram. Connect the cable correctly. When STEREO is selected for Surround mode, no sound will be output from the center speaker. Set another Surround mode. Make the correct setting. Connect the cable correctly. When STEREO has been selected for Surround mode, no sound will be output from the surround speaker. Set another Surround mode. Make the correct setting. Connect the cable correctly. Set surround mode EX/ES. Make the correct setting. SYMPTOM Can not select EX/ES mode. Can not select Pro Logic

mode. No output to Sub Woofer Out. Noise is produced during DTS- encoded CD or laser disc play. A specific channel does not produce output. FM or AM reception fails. Noise is heard during AM reception. Noise is heard during FM reception. Cannot get programmed station when the PRESET button is pressed. Control with the remote control unit fails. CAUSE Surround center= NONE has been selected in SPEAKERS SIZE SETUP Input signal is incompatible. Input signal is incompatible. Input signal is incompatible. Input signal is incompatible. Sub-woofer = NONE has been selected in SETUP mode. Analog has been selected for input. Nothing recorded on source. Antenna connection is incomplete. Reception is affected by other electrical fields. The radio waves from the broadcasting station are weak. Preset data has been erased. Batteries are consumed. Remote controller's function-key setting is wrong. The distance between this SR8400 and the remote commander is too far. Something is blocking SR8400 and the remote commander. REMEDY Make the correct setting. Use 5.1channel source. Use 2 channel Dolby Digital input signal, PCM input signal or analog input signal. Use 2 channel Dolby Digital input signal, PCM input signal or analog input signal. Use 2 channel Dolby Digital input signal, PCM input signal or analog input signal. Select Sub-woofer = YES. Be sure to perform digital connection, select digital input, then play. Check the encoded channel on the source side. Correctly connect the indoor FM and AM antennas to FM and AM antenna outlets. Try changing location where the AM indoor antenna is set up. Install an FM outdoor antenna. Disconnecting power plug for long periods of time will erase preset data. If that happens, input the preset data again. Replace all the batteries with new ones. Select different position from which equipment will be controlled. Move closer to this SR8400. Remove offending object. SR8400UDFU01ENG22 04.1.7, 11:50 AMPage 40 AdobePageMaker6.5J/PPC41 ENGLISH ENGLISH

HOW TO RESET THE UNIT

Should the operation or display seem to be abnormal, reset the unit with the following procedure. The SR8400 is turned on, press and hold the SELECT and S-DIRECT buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds or more. Remember that the procedure will reset the settings of the function selector, Surround mode, delay time, TUNER PRESET etc., to their initial settings. GENERAL MALFUNCTION If the equipment malfunctions, this may be because an electrostatic discharge or AC line interference has corrupted the information in the equipment memory circuits. Therefore: - disconnect the plug from the AC line supply - after waiting at least three minutes, reconnect the plug to the AC line supply - re-attempt to operate the equipment Memory backup

• In case a power outage occurs or the power cord is accidentally unplugged, the SR8400 is equipped with a backup function to prevent memory data such as the preset memory from being erased.

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