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Marantz AMP10 Power Amplifier Owner's Manual

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Thank you for purchasing this Marantz product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner's manual carefully before using the product. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference.

Check that the following parts are supplied with the product:

  • Quick Start Guide
  • Safety Instructions
  • Warranty (for USA/for CANADA)
  • Power cord
  • Remote control connector cable
  • AMP control connector cable
  • Speaker terminal wrench

Features

High quality sound

  • 16-channel switching power amplifier module: Utilizes a switching power amplifier for a high output of 200W per channel (8Ω, 1kHz, T.H.D.: 0.05%, 2-channel operation). Ensures excellent performance with minimal distortion across all frequencies and minimal change in frequency characteristics due to speaker impedance. Combined with a high-speed preamplifier circuit with HDAM for accurate reproduction of DSD and high-resolution audio sources.
  • Current feedback amplifier: Features a high-speed current feedback amplifier circuit for accurate amplification of signals from HD audio devices like Blu-ray disc players, achieving natural sound field reproduction.
  • High audio quality parts: Incorporates high audio quality MELF resistance and electrolytic capacitors for superior audio quality.
  • Double-layered chassis: Provides structural integrity.
  • High-end machined brass speaker jacks: For secure and high-quality speaker connections.

High performance

  • Switch between UNBALANCED RCA and BALANCED XLR: Offers a choice between two input channels for connecting to a preamplifier.
  • BI-AMP/BTL connection setting function: Allows setting up bi-amp and BTL connections for each of the two channels without additional cables. Bi-amp connection prevents interference from counter-electromotive force, while BTL (Bridge) connection provides high drive performance by directly powering speaker terminals. This stabilizes ground potential, reducing noise and interference for accurate amplitude.
  • AMP CONTROL function: Enables simultaneous operation control (power, illumination) with a Marantz AV 10 Preamplifier via the included AMP CONTROL cable. The connection is ground floating, preventing earth loops and minimizing adverse impacts on audio quality.
  • Other Functions: Equipped with IR flash input for custom installations and DC trigger input/output terminals.

Part names and functions

Front panel

The front panel includes the following controls and indicators:

  • 1 Power operation button (⏻): Used to turn the power on/off (standby).
  • 2 Illumination: Lit when the power is turned on. Brightness can be adjusted using the DIMMER button.
  • 3 METER ON/OFF button: Turns the level meter display and meter lighting on or off.
  • 4 Level meter: Displays the signal level input through channel 1. Can be turned off by pressing the METER ON/OFF button.
  • 5 Protection circuit indicator: Blinks when the protection circuit has operated.
  • 6 DIMMER button: Press this button to change the brightness of the illumination.

Rear panel

The rear panel features various input, output, and control connectors:

  • A UNBALANCED RCA INPUT connectors: Used to connect a preamplifier with UNBALANCED RCA output connectors.
  • B RCA/XLR INPUT selector: Switches according to the jack used for connecting to the preamplifier (UNBALANCED RCA or BALANCED XLR).
  • C NORMAL/BI-AMP/BTL selector: Allows setting a bi-amp connection and BTL connection for the power amplifier of each of the two channels.
  • D BALANCED XLR INPUT connectors: Used to connect a preamplifier with BALANCED XLR output connectors.
  • E Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS): Used to connect speakers.
  • F AUTO STANDBY selector: When set to “ON”, the unit automatically enters standby after 15 minutes of no input signal and no operations.
  • G AMP CONTROL jacks: Connect to a Marantz preamplifier with AMP CONTROL jacks for simultaneous operation control (power, standby, illumination brightness).
  • H DC CONTROL jacks: Used to connect devices equipped with the trigger function. The DC CONTROL OUT jack outputs a maximum 12V DC/150mA electrical signal.
  • I FLASHER IN jack: Used to connect commercially available (sold separately) IR repeaters for remote control operations, even when the unit is installed in a cabinet.
  • J REMOTE CONTROL jacks: Used to connect a Marantz product with REMOTE CONTROL terminals for ON/STANDBY control.
  • K RS-232C connector: Connects to home automation controller devices fitted with RS-232C connectors for serial control.
  • L AC inlet (AC IN): Used to connect the power cord.

NOTE: Do not touch the inner pins of the connectors on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.

Connections

Cables used for connections

Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to connect:

  • Speaker cable: Connects to speaker terminals, ensuring correct channel (L/R) and polarity (+/-) matching.
  • Audio cable (RCA): Used for unbalanced audio connections.
  • XLR cable: Used for balanced audio connections.

NOTE:

  • Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed.
  • Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables, as this can result in noise.

Preparations - Speakers

This section explains how to connect speakers using typical examples.

NOTE:

  • Disconnect this unit's power plug from the power outlet before connecting the speakers.
  • Connect so that the speaker cable core wires do not protrude from the speaker terminal. The protection circuit may be activated if core wires touch the rear panel or if the + and - sides touch each other.
  • Never touch the speaker terminals while the power supply is connected, as this could result in electric shock.
  • Use speakers with an impedance of 4 – 16 Ω/ohms.

Connecting the speaker cables:

Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – (black) polarities on the speakers being connected to this unit, and ensure correct channel and polarity connections.

  1. Peel off about 5/8 inch (15 mm) of sheathing from the tip of the speaker cable, then either twist the core wire tightly or terminate it.
  2. Attach the included speaker terminal wrench to the speaker terminal.
  3. Turn the speaker terminal counterclockwise to loosen it.
  4. Insert the speaker cable's core wire to the hilt into the speaker terminal.
  5. Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to tighten it.

The speaker terminal wrench contains a built-in magnet that enables it to be attached to the rear panel. After connecting speakers, store it in the included accessory box or in another safe place.

Preamplifier

Connect one end of the cable to the input terminals of this unit and the other end to the output terminals of the preamplifier (sold separately). This unit has UNBALANCED RCA connectors and BALANCED XLR connectors. Select the appropriate connectors for the preamplifier you will use and change the setting of the RCA or XLR selector on this unit. If the preamplifier has both types of connectors, either type can be used.

XLR connector PIN arrangement:

  • 1: GND (Ground)
  • 2: HOT (Hot)
  • 3: COLD (Cold)

The PIN arrangement in this unit uses the European method. In the USA method, 2 is COLD, and 3 is HOT. When connecting a device that utilizes the USA type of PIN arrangement, replace the 2 and 3 plugs on one side of the balanced cable.

NOTE:

  • Do not short the HOT and GND or COLD and GND for use.
  • Remove the power plug of this unit from the outlet before connecting the preamplifier. Turn off the power of the device being connected as well.

Example connection variation

Illustrations show connection examples to a Marantz AV10 preamplifier for different channel configurations:

  • 7.1ch connection: Connects to FL, C, FR, SL, SR, SBL, SBR outputs.
  • 15.2ch connection: Connects to FL, C, FR, SL, SR, SBL, SBR, FWL, FWR, FHL, FHR, RHL, RHR, TML, TMR outputs.
  • 17.4ch connection: Connects to FL, C, FR, SL, SR, SBL, SBR, FWL, FWR, FHL, FHR, RHL, RHR, TML, TMR, CH, TS outputs.
  • ZONE2 connection or ZONE3 connection: Connects to Z2L, Z2R, Z3L, Z3R outputs.

A legend defines speaker configuration labels: FL (Front speaker L), FR (Front speaker R), C (Center speaker), SL (Surround speaker L), SR (Surround speaker R), SBL (Surround back speaker L), SBR (Surround back speaker R), FWL (Front wide speaker L), FWR (Front wide speaker R), FHL (Front height speaker L), FHR (Front height speaker R), RHL (Rear height speaker L), RHR (Rear height speaker R), TML (Top middle speaker L), TMR (Top middle speaker R), CH (Center height speaker), TS (Top surround speaker), Z2L (ZONE2 speaker L), Z2R (ZONE2 speaker R), Z3L (ZONE3 speaker L), Z3R (ZONE3 speaker R).

Connecting a Preamplifier

Example of connections to Marantz AV 10 Preamplifier:

Connecting the UNBALANCED RCA PRE OUT connector:

If using UNBALANCED RCA connectors, set the RCA/XLR INPUT selector to “RCA” and the NORMAL/BI-AMP/BTL selector to “NORMAL”. A diagram illustrates the connection from the Marantz AV10's RCA PRE OUT terminals to the AMP10's input channels.

Connecting the BALANCED XLR PRE OUT connector:

If using BALANCED XLR connectors, set the RCA/XLR INPUT selector to “XLR” and the NORMAL/BI-AMP/BTL selector to “NORMAL”. A diagram illustrates the connection from the Marantz AV10's XLR PRE OUT terminals to the AMP10's input channels.

NOTE: Be sure to configure the RCA/XLR INPUT selector and NORMAL/BI-AMP/BTL selector settings before turning the power on. If you try to change these settings after turning the power on, the settings will not change.

Bi-amp connection

Bi-amp connection is a method to connect separate amplifiers to the tweeter and woofer terminals of a speaker that supports bi-amplification. This connection enables back EMF (power returned without being output) from the woofer to flow into the tweeter without affecting the sound quality, producing a higher sound quality.

Example: Using channels 1 and 2 as a bi-amp:

Set the NORMAL/BI-AMP/BTL selector setting to BI-AMP. Connect one cable from channel 1 to the tweeter of the speaker and the other cable from channel 2 to the woofer of the speaker. Input is to the odd-numbered channel (channel 1).

NOTE: When making bi-amp connections, be sure to remove the short-circuiting plate or wire between the speaker's woofer and tweeter terminals. Be sure to configure the NORMAL/BI-AMP/BTL selector setting before turning the power on. If you try to change these settings after turning the power on, the settings will not be applied.

BTL connection

A BTL connection uses two channels to power one speaker. Two power amplifiers are used to output antiphase signals from one input signal, achieving powerful audio reproduction.

Example: Using channels 1 and 2 for a BTL connection:

Set the NORMAL/BI-AMP/BTL selector setting to BTL. Connect one cable from the positive (+) side of channel 1 to the negative (-) side of the speaker and the other cable from the positive side of channel 2 to the positive side of the speaker. Input is to the odd-numbered channel (channel 1).

NOTE: Be sure to configure the NORMAL/BI-AMP/BTL selector setting before turning the power on. If you try to change these settings after turning the power on, the settings will not be applied.

Connecting an external control device

AMP CONTROL jacks

You can connect this unit to a Marantz AV 10 Preamplifier with an AMP CONTROL jack using the included control cable and perform the following operations for both units simultaneously:

  • When the power of the preamplifier is turned on or placed on standby, the power of this unit is turned on or placed on standby too.
  • When the brightness of the preamplifier's display is adjusted, the same setting is applied to the illumination of this unit.

REMOTE CONTROL jacks

When connecting a Marantz AV 10 Preamplifier, you can switch the power of this unit to ON/STANDBY together with the AV 10 power supply. For details, see the AV 10 owner's manual.

FLASHER IN jack

If a commercially available (sold separately) IR repeater is connected to the FLASHER IN jack of this unit, remote control operations can be performed even if this unit is installed in a place where the remote control signal may not reach, such as in a cabinet. A diagram shows the connection from the unit's FLASHER IN jack via a monaural mini-plug cable to an IR repeater, which then connects to an IR receiver.

DC CONTROL jacks

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

NOTE: Use a monaural mini-plug cable for connecting the DC OUT jacks. Do not use a stereo mini-plug cable. If the permissible trigger input level for the connected device is larger than 12 V DC/150 mA, or has shorted, the DC OUT jack cannot be used. In this case, turn off the power to the unit, and disconnect it.

DC CONTROL IN jack: Used when connecting a unit that has a DC CONTROL OUT jack to this device, and linking the power ON/STANDBY of the connected device with the power ON/STANDBY of this unit. For details, see the instruction manual of the connected device.

NOTE: When a 5 V – 15 V voltage is input to the DC CONTROL IN jack, the power of this unit switches ON. However, inputting voltage outside of this range will cause damage to this unit.

Setting the auto standby function

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

Connecting the power cord

After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz).

Playback

Basic operation

Turning the power on:

1. Press the power operation button (⏻) to turn on power to the unit. The level meter and illumination are lit.

NOTE: When turning the power ON, turn the volume control of connected devices down to the minimum.

Turning the power standby:

1. Press the power operation button (⏻). The unit switches to standby mode.

NOTE:

  • Even if the unit is switched to standby, some of the circuits are still active. If you will not be using this unit for a prolonged period (due to a holiday etc), remove the power plug from the wall socket. Furthermore, to prevent unexpected accidents, make sure the power plug is located where it can be removed at any time.
  • You can connect this unit to a Marantz AV 10 Preamplifier with an AMP CONTROL jack using the included cable and perform operations for both units simultaneously, such as turning the power on or off.

Convenience functions

Turning the level meter display on or off:

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

1. Press the METER ON/OFF button. This button toggles the level meter display on and off.

Changing the brightness of the illumination:

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

1. Press the DIMMER button. This button toggles through the illumination brightness levels.

Tips

Troubleshooting

If a problem should arise, first check the following:

  1. Are the connections correct?
  2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner's manual?
  3. Are the other devices operating properly?

If this unit does not operate properly, check the corresponding symptoms in this section. If the symptoms do not match any of those described here, consult your dealer as it could be due to a fault in this unit. In this case, disconnect the power immediately and contact the store where you purchased this unit.

Power does not turn on / Power is turned off

Power does not turn on:

  • Check whether the power plug is correctly inserted into the power outlet.

Power automatically turns off:

  • The auto standby function is set to “ON”. The unit enters standby after 15 minutes of no operation or input signal. To turn off the auto standby function, set the AUTO STANDBY selector to OFF.

The unit immediately turns off when the power is turned on:

  • The protection circuit has been activated. Unplug the unit from the power outlet, leave it for at least 1 minute and then plug it back in.

The power turns off and the protection circuit indicator shows one long blink and four short blinks in orange:

  • The protection circuit has been activated due to a rise in temperature within this unit. Turn the power off, wait about an hour until this unit cools down sufficiently, and then turn the power on again.
  • Please re-install this unit in a place having good ventilation.
  • Use speakers that have the specified impedance.
  • Check the speaker connections. The protection circuit may have been activated because speaker cable core wires came in contact with each other or a core wire was disconnected from the connector and came in contact with the rear panel of this unit. After unplugging the power cord, take corrective action such as firmly re-twisting the core wire or taking care of the connector, and then reconnect the wire.
  • Turn the volume down on the amp connected to this unit, and insert the power plug again.

The power turns off and the protection circuit indicator shows one long blink and five short blink in orange:

  • The protective circuit has operated. In this case, remove the power plug from the wall socket, re-examine the installation conditions of this unit, and check the speaker cable connections. If the same situation occurs when the power is switched on again, contact the Marantz Service Center.

No sound comes out

No sound comes out of speakers:

  • Check the speaker connections and connections to the other devices.
  • Alter the input selector to match the input connector (BALANCED or UNBALANCED) of the connected device.
  • Insert connection cables all the way in.
  • Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected.
  • Check cables for damage.
  • Check that speaker cables are properly connected. Check that cable core wires come in contact with the metal part on speaker terminals.
  • Securely tighten the speaker terminals. Check speaker terminals for looseness.

Appendix

Explanation of terms

Speaker impedance: This is the rated resistance of the speaker set to an alternating current, expressed in ohms. The smaller the impedance, the greater the output. However, this increases the load on the amplifier. Use speakers whose impedance is supported by this unit.

Protection circuit: This is a function to prevent damage to devices within the power supply when an abnormality such as an overload, excess voltage occurs, or over-temperature for any reason.

Specifications

Rated output:

  • Normal, BI-AMP: 200 W x 2 (8 Ω/ohms load, 1kHz, T.H.D. 0.05 %)
  • Normal, BI-AMP: 400 W x 2 (4 Ω/ohms load, 1kHz, T.H.D. 0.7%)
  • BTL: 400 W x 2 (8 Ω/ohms load, 1kHz, T.H.D. 0.05 %)

Output connectors:

  • 4 – 16 Ω/ohms (Normal, BI-AMP)
  • 8 – 16 Ω/ohms (BTL)

Frequency response (1 W, 8 Ω): 5 Hz - 70 kHz ±3 dB

Input sensitivity/impedance:

  • 1.4 V / 47 kΩ/kohms (UNBALANCED)
  • 2.8 V / 100 kΩ/kohms (BALANCED)

Signal-to-noise ratio (IHF-A): 110 dB

Voltage amplification level: 29 dB

Operating temperature: 41 °F - 95 °F (5 °C - 35 °C)

Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz

Power consumption: 500 W

Power consumption in standby mode: 0.2 W

For purposes of improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

Dimensions (Unit : in. (mm)):

  • Overall dimensions are provided with detailed measurements in inches and millimeters.

Weight: 43.7 lb (19.8 kg)

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