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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL 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 products enclosure that may be of suffi cient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
WARNINGTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG
TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE
LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPON-
DANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQUAU FOND.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT
This product was designed and manufactured to
meet strict quality and safety standards.
There are, however, some installation and operation
precautions which you should be particularly aware
of.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacture's
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifi ers) that produce
heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade
or the third prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete outlet. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
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NOTE:This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. NOTE:Changes or modifi cations may cause this unit to fail to
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and may void
the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003. Cet appareil numerique de la Classe B est conforme a
la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Additional Safety Information!
- This product should not be placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer
s instructions have been adhered to. - Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
- When the switch is in the OFF position, the apparatus isnt completely switched-off from the
MAINS.
- The equipment shall be installed near the power supply so that the power supply is easily
accessible.
- Do not touch hot spots during and immediately after use.
- During and immediately after use, this product is hot in areas other than the controls and rear
panel connection jacks.
- Do not touch hot spots and especially the top panel. Contact with hot areas can cause burns.
- Do not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fi re or the like. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY U.S. Responsible Party: Marantz America, Inc.
100 Corporate Drive,
Mahwah, NJ, 07430, U.S.A.
TEL: 201-741-6500
Type of Product:
Model:
8 Channel Power AmplifierMM8003
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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BASIC
CONNECTIONS OPERATION ADVANCED
CONNECTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING OTHERS NAMES AND FUNCTION
ENGLISH
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INTRODUCTION Thank you very much for purchasing this model MM8003 8-Channel Power Amplifi er from Marantz.
This remarkable component has been engineered to provide you with many years of home theater enjoyment.
Please take a few minutes to read this manual thoroughly before you connect and operate the MM8003.
As there are a number of connection and confi guration options, you are encouraged to discuss your own
particular home theater setup with your Marantz A/V specialist dealer. ACCESSORIES CHECK Before use, check the below accessories were
included in the package.
AC power cable Remote control cable User Guide Warranty Card
USA × 1
Canada × 1
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ....................................1
ACCESSORIES CHECK ....................................................1
CONTENTS ............................................1
FEATURES .............................................2
BEFORE USE .........................................2
NAMES AND FUNCTION ......................3
FRONT PANEL ...................................................................3
REAR PANEL .....................................................................3
BASIC CONNECTIONS .........................4
PREPARING THE CONNECTION CABLES ....................4
INPUT CONNECTOR SWITCHING...................................4
AV8003 CONNECTIONS ...................................................5
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS ...............................................6
POWER CABLE CONNECTION........................................7
USING AC OUTLETS .........................................................7
OPERATION ...........................................8
TURNING ON THE POWER ..............................................8
TURNING THE POWER OFF ............................................8
ADVANCED CONNECTIONS ................9
BI-AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS ........................................9
MULTI ZONE SPEAKER CONNECTIONS ......................10
MULTI ZONE CONNECTIONS ........................................ 11
REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTIONS ...........................12
CONNECTIONS WITH EXTERNAL CONTROL
COMPONENTS .............................................................\
...12
TROUBLESHOOTING .........................13
RESETTING THE AMPLIFIER .........................................13
OTHERS ...............................................14
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................14
