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*Official* Marantz 2016 NR1607, SR5011/6011/7011 owner's thread

Welcome to the Marantz 2016 receivers thread!

Well it's that time of the year again when Marantz starts to unveil their line up for 2016.

Starting in May and continuing into the fall, new receivers for their slim line series as well as the full height receivers will be announced and become available to purchase.

This is a master thread for the new 2016 Marantz receivers models. Similar to the 2015 Marantz thread owner's (or potential owners) can post their questions in a single master thread.

Moving things along, imagic has let the cat out of the bag by letting people know about the new 2016 slimline model revealed by Marantz the First 2016 Marantz AVR Unveiled: NR1607 Slim Design thread.

So what are we expecting for 2016? All 2016 models will now have Atmos and DTS:X in various speaker configurations.
[Edit]: New Audyssey MultiEQ Editor App (extra $20) is available on here: http://us.marantz.com/us/Products/P...AVReceivers&ProductId=AudysseyMultEQEditorApp

One new 7-channel slim line receiver with model number NR1607 with Dobly Atmos 5.1.2 speaker configuration. The 5-channel slimline receiver (NR1506) is a carry over from 2015 and remains current for 2016. Details of which are below.

Three new full height receivers with model numbers SR5011, SR6011 and SR7011.

A new thread is available for the 2016 pre/pro called AV7703 here: http://www.avsforum.com/forum/90-re...icial-marantz-av7703-thread.html#post46494769

As more details of each model are released, the 1st page of this thread will be up-dated accordingly.

General notes for posting in this thread.

If this is your first visit to this thread, and you want to ask a question about one of the 2016 Marantz models, either one that you own or one that you are thinking of buying, please provide the following information to allow for better responses to your questions:

(a) Identify the model number in question (eg. SR5011), as there are 5 different models (NR and SR series) discussed in this thread. Also if you have not posted in several days since your initial post, please post the model # again so we don't have to back track to learn which model you are referencing.

(b) Identify what you've done so far to troubleshoot the issue and what the front panel is displaying if an audio issue, (also take a few minutes to review the Troubleshooting section provided in post number 3 of the 2016 Denon thread as the Marantz models are similar in nature and your question may already be answered there),

(c) Unless you indicate what settings have been changed, the assumption will be that all settings are on the factory defaults (ie. usually "Auto"),

(d) If the advice given seems to simplistic or obvious, don't shoot the advice giver as we have no idea of the level of your technical understanding,

(e) If there is no response to your post, it either means no one knows the answer or it has simply been overlooked so please repost if you still haven't resolved your issue,

(f) If you post a question in this thread and are given advice and either it or some other advice (eg. Marantz phone support, Marantz "Ask a Question" email support) resolves your issue, have the common courtesy to post back what solution resolved your issue so others can learn from it as well,

(g) If the issue is not user error or not just a misunderstanding on how the AVR works, please call Marantz support so the issue is registered,

(h) When responding to another post that is providing assistance to you, please press the "Quote" button in the lower right corner of that other poster's response so that response is also listed with your new post to provide some context, and,

(i) If you don't live in either the USA or Canada, please either indicate your country location in your profile or your post as some Marantz models from other regions in the world differ in configuration from their USA/Canada counterparts otherwise responses made will be regarding the USA/Canada models.
 
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NR1506 slimline receiver

Post 2 reserved for Marantz NR1506 slim line receiver. This is a carry over from 2015. MSRP USD$499

Back panel picture of unit.


Specifications

  • Power Transformer: EI Core
  • Number of amp channels: 5
  • Number of processing channels: 5.1
  • Rated Output Power: 50W per channel in stereo mode (8ohms, 20Hz to 20kHz with 0.08% THD)
  • Dolby TrueHD/Dolby Digital Plus/DTS-HD Master Audio/Pro Logic IIz
  • S/N Ratio: 98dB
  • Frequnecy Response: 10Hz - 100kHz (+1dB, -3dB in Direct mode)
  • AIFF and support for Direct Stream Digital (DSD)
  • Audyssey MultEQ
  • Built-In WiFi (2.4GHz at 802.11b/g/n)
  • Built-In Bluetooth (version 2.1 using A2DP at 2.4Ghz)
  • AirPlay
  • DLNA 1.5 Certified Audio/Photo Streaming
  • Internet Radio
  • Streaming Service Capability (Pandora/Spotify/SiriusXM/flickr)
  • D/A Conversion: 192kHz/24-Bit
  • Video Off (Pure Direct): Yes
  • Source Direct: Yes
  • Bass Redirection: Yes
  • Variable Crossover frequency for bass management: Yes
  • 4K Ultra HD Pass-Through with HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection
  • AM/FM Tuner
  • Lip-Sync (Digital Audio Delay): Yes
  • Software Upgradable: Yes (via Internet)
  • HDMI Inputs: 6 Total (5 back + 1 Front) with HDMI 2.0 Support
  • Composite Input: 3
  • HDMI Output: 1 (ARC compatible)
  • Composite Output: 1
  • Analog Audio Input: 3
  • Digital Optical Input: 1
  • Digital Coaxial Input: 1
  • Pre-Amplifier Out: 2.1
  • Sub woofer out: 2 (internally single channel with Y-type split)
  • Speaker Binding Posts: (5 Pairs)
  • Front Panel A/V Inputs: HDMI / USB
  • Headphone Out: 1 (Front)
  • Microphone Calibration Jack: 1 (Front)
  • External Control: IP
  • D-Bus Remote (RC-5) In/Out: Yes
  • Flasher In: 1
  • Network Port: Ethernet
  • FM Antenna Port
  • AM Antenna Port
  • WiFi Antenna Ports
  • App Control: Yes (iPhone/iPad/Android phone/tablet)
  • Eco Mode
  • Chassis: Slim Line
  • Power Requirement: AC120V at 60Hz
  • Power Consumption: 180W (Standby 0.2W)
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 17-21/64" x 4-9/64" x 14-29/64"
  • Weight: 18lbs

DAC used is TI Burr Brown 1690 as advised by jdsmoothie in 2015 Marantz thread post number 258 & 264.


Owner's manual of the NR1506 from US website is here: http://us.marantz.com/us/Products/P...?CatId=AVReceivers&SubCatId=&ProductId=NR1506


The NR1506 is a 2015 model that is being carried over to 2016. Comparison to previous model (NR1504) are:
  • ECO mode
  • Smart Select
  • Wireless WiFi and Bluetooth that's built-in
  • HDCP 2.2
  • HDMI 2.0a (HDR)
  • WiFi - 802.11n
  • New iOS/Android 2016 Marantz Remote app (available now for Android and iOS)
  • DSD and AIFF audio file support
  • Spotify connect
  • Channel level and tone adjustments for each input source

Discrete Network chip reset (no settings lost).
1 - With the AVR powered ON, select "Online Music" as the input source.
2 - Simultaneously press/hold the NR1506 "DIMMER" + "SOUND MODE" buttons on the front panel
3 - Hold the buttons for a few seconds until the display reads "Network Restart" and then release the buttons.

Try the above first when experiencing network issues before doing the full reset below (which would result in the lose of all user settings as well as the Audyssey EQ).

Resetting the NR1506. Note that for microprocessor and network reset, all user and Audyssey setup settings will be wiped out. The SAVE/LOAD configuration steps should be performed beforehand to save user and Audyssey settings.

(1) Soft reset. Un-plug the power chord for approximately 10 minutes.

(2) Microprocessor reset. Also known as the factory reset.
  • Turn OFF the unit
  • Turn ON the unit and simultaneously press the M-DAX and TUNER PRESET CH+ buttons.
  • Wait until the display shows "Initialized", then release the two buttons.

(3) Network Reset (includes microprocessor reset, ie. all settings restored to factory default).
  • Turn OFF the unit
  • Turn ON the unit and simultaneously press the TUNER PRESET CH+ and INTERNET RADIO buttons.
  • Wait until the display starts flashing in 1 second intervals, then release the two buttons.
 
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Marantz NR1607

Post 3 reserved for Marantz NR1607 slim line receiver. MSRP USD$699

Back panel picture of unit.


Specifications
Power Transformer: EI Core
Number of amp channels: 7
Number of processing channels: 7.1
Rated Output Power: 50W per channel in stereo mode (8ohms, 20Hz to 20kHz with 0.08% THD)
Dolby TrueHD/Dolby Digital Plus/DTS-HD Master Audio
S/N Ratio: 98dB
Frequnecy Response: 10Hz - 100kHz (+1dB, -3dB in Direct mode)
AIFF and support for Direct Stream Digital (DSD)
Audyssey MultEQ
Built-In dual band WiFi (2.4GHz/5Ghz at 802.11 a/b/g/n)
Built-In Bluetooth (version 2.1 using A2DP at 2.4Ghz)
AirPlay
DLNA 1.5 Certified Audio/Photo Streaming
Internet Radio
Streaming Service Capability (Pandora/Spotify/SiriusXM/flickr)
D/A Conversion: 192kHz/24-Bit
Video Off (Pure Direct): Yes
Source Direct: Yes
Bass Redirection: Yes
Variable Crossover frequency for bass management: Yes
4K Ultra HD Pass-Through with HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection
AM/FM Tuner
Lip-Sync (Digital Audio Delay): Yes
Software Upgradable: Yes (via Internet)
HDMI Inputs: 8 Total (7 back + 1 Front) with HDMI 2.0 Support
Composite Video Input: 3
Component Video Input: 2
HDMI Output: 1 (ARC compatible)
Composite Video Output: 1
Component Video Output: 1
Analog Audio Input: 3
Digital Optical Input: 1
Digital Coaxial Input: 1
Pre-Amplifier Out: 2.2
Sub woofer out: 2 (internally single channel with Y-type split)
Zone 2 pre-out: 2.0
Speaker Binding Posts: (7 Pairs)
Front Panel A/V Inputs: HDMI / USB
Headphone Out: 1 (Front)
Microphone Calibration Jack: 1 (Front)
External Control: IP
12V Trigger outpout: 1 (Back)
D-Bus Remote (RC-5) In/Out: Yes
Flasher In: 1
Network Port: Ethernet
FM Antenna Port
AM Antenna Port
WiFi Antenna Ports
App Control: Yes (iPhone/iPad/Android phone/tablet)
Eco Mode
Chassis: Slim Line
Power Requirement: AC120V at 60Hz
Power Consumption: 250W (Standby 0.2W)
Dimensions (H x W x D): 4.2" (not including antenna. +2.6" with) x 17.3" x 14.8"
Weight: 19lbs

Owner's manual of the NR1607 from US website is here: http://www.us.marantz.com/us/Produc...CatId=AVReceivers&SubCatId=0&ProductId=NR1607

DAC used is most probably the TI Burr Brown 1690.

What's new in the 2016 model compared to previous model (NR1606)?
  • Not much:p
  • DSD at 5.6Mhz
  • 5GHz frequency support under WiFi (now dual band)
  • New Auddysey remote app (a paid up-grade that will allow the user to check correction results, set target sound options, adjust frequency roll-off, set mid-range compensation controls and save, load, view and print results.)
  • RC Source Select (allows changing of an HDMI standby pass through source while the AVR is in Standby mode - 2015 and older models require powering on the AVR to change the pass through source)

DTS:X with Neural:X upmixer firmware update released October 4, 2016.

Discrete Network chip reset (no settings lost).
1 - With the AVR powered ON, select "Online Music" as the input source.
2 - Simultaneously press/hold the NR1607 "DIMMER" + "SOUND MODE" buttons on the front panel
3 - Hold the buttons for a few seconds until the display reads "Network Restart" and then release the buttons.

Try the above first when experiencing network issues before doing the full reset below (which would result in the lose of all user settings as well as the Audyssey EQ).

Resetting the NR1607. Note that for microprocessor and full network reset, all user and Audyssey setup settings will be wiped out. The SAVE/LOAD configuration steps should be performed beforehand to save user and Audyssey settings.
(1) Soft reset. Un-plug the power chord for approximately 10 minutes.

(2) Microprocessor reset. Also known as the factory reset.
Turn OFF the unit
Turn ON the unit and simultaneously press the M-DAX and ZONE 2 SOURCE buttons.
Wait until the display shows "Initialized", then release the two buttons.

(3) Network Reset (includes microprocessor reset, ie. all settings restored to factory default).
Turn OFF the unit
Turn ON the unit and simultaneously press the ZONE 2 SOURCE and INTERNET RADIO buttons.
Wait until the display starts flashing in 1 second intervals, then release the two buttons.
 
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Marantz SR5011

Post 4 reserved for Marantz SR5011 full height receiver. MSRP USD$899.

Back panel picture of unit.


Specifications
Power Transformer: EI Core
Number of amp channels: 7
Number of processing channels: 7.1
Rated Output Power: 100W per channel in stereo mode (8ohms, 20Hz to 20kHz with 0.08% THD)
Dolby TrueHD/Dolby Digital Plus/DTS-HD Master Audio
S/N Ratio: 100dB
Frequnecy Response: 10Hz - 100kHz (+1dB, -3dB in Direct mode)
AIFF and support for Direct Stream Digital (DSD)
Audyssey MultEQ XT
Built-In WiFi (2.4GHz/5GHz at 802.11 a/b/g/n)
Built-In Bluetooth (version 2.1 using A2DP at 2.4Ghz)
AirPlay
DLNA 1.5 Certified Audio/Photo Streaming
Internet Radio
Streaming Service Capability (Pandora/Spotify/SiriusXM/flickr)
D/A Conversion: 192kHz/24-Bit
Video Off (Pure Direct): Yes
Source Direct: Yes
Bass Redirection: Yes
Variable Crossover frequency for bass management: Yes
4K Ultra HD Pass-Through with HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection
AM/FM Tuner
Lip-Sync (Digital Audio Delay): Yes
Software Upgradable: Yes (via Internet)
HDMI Inputs: 8 Total (7 back + 1 Front) with HDMI 2.0 Support
Composite Video Input: 2
Component Video Input: 2
HDMI Output: 2 (Monitor 1 is ARC compatible)
Composite Video Output: 1
Component Video Output: 1
Analog Audio Input: 4
Pre-Amplifier Input: 7.1
Digital Optical Input: 2
Digital Coaxial Input: 2
Pre-Amplifier Out: 7.1
Sub woofer out: 2 (internally single channel with Y-type split)
Zone 2 pre-out: 2.0
Speaker Binding Posts: (7 Pairs)
Front Panel A/V Inputs: HDMI / USB
Headphone Out: 1 (Front)
Microphone Calibration Jack: 1 (Front)
External Control: IP
12V Trigger outpout: 1 (Back)
D-Bus Remote (RC-5) In/Out: Yes
Flasher In: 1
Network Port: Ethernet
FM Antenna Port
AM Antenna Port
WiFi Antenna Ports
App Control: Yes (iPhone/iPad/Android phone/tablet)
Eco Mode
Chassis: Full height
Power Requirement: AC120V at 60Hz
Power Consumption: 650W (Standby 0.2W)
Dimensions (H x W x D): 6.3" (not including antenna. +2.8" with) x 17.3" x 13.6"
Weight: 22lbs 7oz

DAC used is most probably the TI Burr Brown 1690.

Owner's manual of the SR5011 from US website is here: http://us.marantz.com/us/Products/P...?CatId=AVReceivers&SubCatId=&ProductId=SR5011

imagic has provided preliminary details with an expected release date in July 2016 in the following thread: http://www.avsforum.com/forum/90-re...-out-sr5011-7-2-channel-avr.html#post45160433

What's new in the 2016 model compared to previous model (SR5010)?
  • Not much:p
  • DSD at 5.6Mhz
  • 5GHz frequency support under WiFi (now dual band)
  • New Audyssey remote app (a paid up-grade that will allow the user to check correction results, set target sound options, adjust frequency roll-off, set mid-range compensation controls and save, load, view and print results.)
  • RC Source Select (allows changing of an HDMI standby pass through source while the AVR is in Standby mode - 2015 and older models require powering on the AVR to change the pass through source)

DTS:X with Neural:X upmixer firmware update released October 4, 2016.

Discrete Network chip reset (no settings lost).
1 - With the AVR powered ON, select "Online Music" as the input source.
2 - Simultaneously press/hold the SR-5011 "TUNER PRESET CH" + "/STATUS" buttons on the front panel
3 - Hold the buttons for a few seconds until the display reads "Network Restart" and then release the buttons.

Try the above first when experiencing network issues before doing the full reset below (which would result in the lose of all user settings as well as the Audyssey EQ).

Resetting the SR5011. Note that for microprocessor and full network reset, all user and Audyssey setup settings will be wiped out. The SAVE/LOAD configuration steps should be performed beforehand to save user and Audyssey settings.

(1) Soft reset. Un-plug the power chord for approximately 10 minutes.

(2) Microprocessor reset. Also known as the factory reset.
Turn OFF the unit
Turn ON the unit and simultaneously press the M-DAX and ZONE 2 SOURCE buttons.
Wait until the display shows "Initialized", then release the two buttons.

(3) Network Reset (includes microprocessor reset, ie. all settings restored to factory default).
Turn OFF the unit
Turn ON the unit and simultaneously press the ZONE 2 ON/OFF and ZONE 2 SOURCE buttons.
Wait until the display starts flashing in 1 second intervals, then release the two buttons.
 
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Marantz SR6011

Post 5 reserved for Marantz SR6011 full height receiver. MSRP $1,399.

Back panel of unit:


Specifications
Power Transformer: EI Core
Number of amp channels: 9
Number of processing channels: 11.1
Rated Output Power: 110W per channel in stereo mode (8ohms, 20Hz to 20kHz with 0.08% THD)
Dolby TrueHD/Dolby Digital Plus/DTS-HD Master Audio
S/N Ratio: 100dB
Frequnecy Response: 10Hz - 100kHz (+1dB, -3dB in Direct mode)
AIFF and support for Direct Stream Digital (DSD)
Audyssey MultEQ XT32 with sub EQ HT
Built-In WiFi (2.4GHz/5GHz at 802.11 a/b/g/n)
Built-In Bluetooth (version 2.1 using A2DP at 2.4Ghz)
AirPlay
DLNA 1.5 Certified Audio/Photo Streaming
Internet Radio
Streaming Service Capability (Pandora/Spotify/SiriusXM/flickr)
D/A Conversion: 192kHz/24-Bit
Video Off (Pure Direct): Yes
Source Direct: Yes
Bass Redirection: Yes
Variable Crossover frequency for bass management: Yes
4K Ultra HD Pass-Through with HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection
AM/FM Tuner
Lip-Sync (Digital Audio Delay): Yes
Software Upgradable: Yes (via Internet)
HDMI Inputs: 8 Total (7 back + 1 Front) with HDMI 2.0 Support
Composite Video Input: 4 RCA type (3 at back + 1 at front)
Component Video Input: 2 RCA type
HDMI Output: 2 (Monitor 1 is ARC compatible)
Composite Video Output: 1 RCA type
Component Video Output: 1 RCA type
Analog Audio Input: 7 RCA type (5 at back + 1 at front)
Pre-Amplifier Input: 7.1 RCA type
Digital Optical Input: 2
Digital Coaxial Input: 2
Pre-Amplifier Out: 13.2 RCA type
Sub woofer out: 2 RCA type (Two independent channels)
Zone 2 pre-out: 2.0 RCA type
Speaker Binding Posts: 11 Pairs
Front Panel A/V Inputs: HDMI / USB
Headphone Out: 1 (Front)
Microphone Calibration Jack: 1 (Front)
External Control: IP
12V Trigger outpout: 1 (Back)
D-Bus Remote (RC-5) In/Out: Yes
Flasher In: 1
Network Port: Ethernet
FM Antenna Port
AM Antenna Port
WiFi Antenna Ports
App Control: Yes (iPhone/iPad/Android phone/tablet)
Eco Mode
Chassis: Full height
Power Requirement: AC120V at 60Hz
Power Consumption: 680W (Standby 0.2W)
Dimensions (H x W x D): 6.3" (not including antenna. +2.8" with) x 17.3" x 15.3"
Weight: 25lbs 9oz

DAC used is most likely the TI Burr Brown 1690 .

Owner's manual of the SR6011 from US website is here: http://us.marantz.com/us/products/pages/ProductDetails.aspx?CatId=avreceivers&ProductId=SR6011

No internal cooling fan as reported by jdsmoothie in 2015 Marantz thread post number 2,428.

imagic has provided preliminary details with an expected release date in September 2016 in the following thread:http://www.avsforum.com/forum/90-re...arantz-announces-sr6011-11-2-channel-avr.html

What's new in the 2016 model compared to previous model (SR6010)?

  • Can process up to 11.1 channels!:D
  • Has nine internal amps!:cool:
  • DSD at 5.6Mhz
  • 5GHz frequency support under WiFi (now dual band)
  • New Audyssey remote app (a paid up-grade that will allow the user to check correction results, set target sound options, adjust frequency roll-off, set mid-range compensation controls and save, load, view and print results.)
  • RC Source Select (allows changing of an HDMI standby pass through source while the AVR is in Standby mode - 2015 and older models require powering on the AVR to change the pass through source)
  • Cannot do Audyssey DSX or Front Wide speakers.:(

DTS:X with Neural:X upmixer firmware update released October 4, 2016.

Discrete Network chip reset (no settings lost).
1 - With the AVR powered ON, select "Online Music" as the input source.
2 - Simultaneously press/hold the SR-6011 "TUNER PRESET CH" + "/STATUS" buttons on the front panel
3 - Hold the buttons for a few seconds until the display reads "Network Restart" and then release the buttons.

Try the above first when experiencing network issues before doing the full reset below (which would result in the lose of all user settings as well as the Audyssey EQ).

Resetting the SR6011. Note that for microprocessor and network reset, all user and Audyssey setup settings will be wiped out. The SAVE/LOAD configuration steps should be performed beforehand to save user and Audyssey settings.

(1) Soft reset. Un-plug the power chord for approximately 10 minutes.

(2) Microprocessor reset. Also known as the factory reset.
Turn OFF the unit
Turn ON the unit and simultaneously press the M-DAX and ZONE 2 SOURCE buttons.
Wait until the display shows "Initialized", then release the two buttons.

(3) Network Reset (includes microprocessor reset, ie. all settings restored to factory default).
Turn OFF the unit
Turn ON the unit and simultaneously press the ZONE 2 ON/OFF and ZONE 2 SOURCE buttons.
Wait until the display starts flashing in 1 second intervals, then release the two buttons.

For those interested in having external amps to power the main floor speakers and utilize the internal amps to power the Atmos height/ceiling speakers. In 2015 Marantz thread post number 364, jdsmoothie gave the following manual amp assign details:
Amp Assign: 11.1
Height Speakers: 4 Height Speakers
Height Layout: TF + TR (or whatever height speaker positions you are using)
Wide/HT 2: Top Rear (or whatever 2nd height speaker position you are using)
Pre-out: Front
 
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Marantz SR7011

Post 6 reserved for Marantz SR7011 full height receiver. MSRP $2,199.

imagic has provided preliminary details in the following thread: http://www.avsforum.com/forum/90-re...011-avr-av7703-av-processor.html#post47284017 jdsmoothie advised an expected release date in mid-October 2016

Back panel of unit:


Specifications
Power Transformer: EI Core
Number of amp channels: 9
Number of processing channels: 11.1
Rated Output Power: 125W per channel in stereo mode (8ohms, 20Hz to 20kHz with 0.05% THD)
Dolby TrueHD/Dolby Digital Plus/DTS-HD Master Audio
Auro 2D/3D via paid up-grade ($200). 10.1 Auro 3D configuration available with VOG channel being utilized by the 2nd sub pre-out.
S/N Ratio: 100dB
Frequnecy Response: 10Hz - 100kHz (+1dB, -3dB in Direct mode)
AIFF and support for Direct Stream Digital (DSD)
Audyssey MultEQ XT32 with sub EQ HT
Built-In WiFi (2.4GHz/5GHz at 802.11 a/b/g/n)
Built-In Bluetooth (version 3.0 + EDR using A2DP at 2.4Ghz)
AirPlay
DLNA 1.5 Certified Audio/Photo Streaming
Internet Radio
Streaming Service Capability (Pandora/Spotify/SiriusXM/flickr)
D/A Conversion: 192kHz/32-Bit
Video Off (Pure Direct): Yes
Source Direct: Yes
Bass Redirection: Yes
Variable Crossover frequency for bass management: Yes
4K Ultra HD Pass-Through with HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection
AM/FM Tuner
Lip-Sync (Digital Audio Delay): Yes
Software Upgradable: Yes (via Internet)
HDMI Inputs: 8 Total (7 back + 1 Front) with HDMI 2.0 Support
Composite Video Input: 4 RCA type (3 at back + 1 at front)
Component Video Input: 3 RCA type
HDMI Output: 3 (Monitor 1 is ARC compatible)
Composite Video Output: 2 RCA type
Component Video Output: 1 RCA type
Analog Audio Input: 6 RCA type (5 at back + 1 at front)
Pre-Amplifier Input: 7.1 RCA type
Digital Optical Input: 2
Digital Coaxial Input: 2
Pre-Amplifier Out: 13.2 RCA type
Sub woofer out: 2 RCA type (Two independent channels)
Zone 2/3 pre-out: 2.0 RCA type
Speaker Binding Posts: 11 Pairs
Front Panel A/V Inputs: HDMI / USB
Headphone Out: 1 (Front)
Microphone Calibration Jack: 1 (Front)
External Control: IP
12V Trigger outpout: 2 (Back)
D-Bus Remote (RC-5) In/Out: Yes
Flasher In: 1
Network Port: Ethernet
FM Antenna Port
AM Antenna Port
WiFi Antenna Ports
App Control: Yes (iPhone/iPad/Android phone/tablet)
Eco Mode
Chassis: Full height
Power Requirement: AC120V at 60Hz
Power Consumption: 710W (Standby 0.2W)
Dimensions (H x W x D): 7.4" (not including antenna. +2.4" with) x 17.4" x 16.3"
Weight: 31lbs 1oz

Single internal fan as reported by jdsmoothie in 2015 Marantz thread post number 2,428.

Owner's manual for the SR7011 is available from Marantz US website here: http://us.marantz.com/us/Products/P...?CatId=AVReceivers&SubCatId=&ProductId=SR7011

Separate settings for 2-channel playback in direct and stereo modes available. Auto (default) will use Audyssey auto calibration settings. With manual, a number of parameters are available to adjust the sound to taste. Details given in 2015 Marantz thread post number 1,310 by jdsmoothie.

Sound and Vision has carried out bench tests for the SR7010 is here: http://www.soundandvision.com/content/marantz-sr7010-av-receiver-review#2MCdhfuJt309TQHt.97
Most likely the 2016 SR7011 internal amps have similar bench test results as the previous generation and these are shown below.
2 Channels Continuously Driven, 8-Ohm Loads: 0.1% THD=128.7 watts, 1.0% THD=168.8 watts
2 Channels Continuously Driven, 4-Ohm Loads: 0.1% THD=201.7 watts, 1.0% THD=235.3 watts
5 Channels Continuously Driven, 8-Ohm Loads: 0.1% THD=84.3 watts, 1.0% THD=113.1 watts
7 Channels Continuously Driven, 8-Ohm Loads: 0.1% THD=83.2 watts, 1.0% THD= 103.4 watts

What's new in the 2016 model compared to previous model (SR7010)?
  • HEOS wireless multi-room sound system
  • Extended bluetooth range via version 3.0 + EDR
  • DSD at 5.6Mhz
  • 5GHz frequency support under WiFi (now dual band)
  • New Audyssey remote app (a paid up-grade that will allow the user to check correction results, set target sound options, adjust frequency roll-off, set mid-range compensation controls and save, load, view and print results.)
  • RC Source Select (allows changing of an HDMI standby pass through source while the AVR is in Standby mode - 2015 and older models require powering on the AVR to change the pass through source)
  • Cannot do Audyssey DSX or Front Wide speakers.:(

DTS:X with Neural:X upmixer firmware installed at the factory.

Discrete Network chip reset (no settings lost).
1 - With the AVR powered ON, select "Online Music" as the input source.
2 - Simultaneously press/hold the SR7011 "BACK" + "ENTER" buttons on the front panel
3 - Hold the buttons for a few seconds until the display reads "Network Restart" and then release the buttons.

Try the above first when experiencing network issues before doing the full reset below (which would result in the lose of all user settings as well as the Audyssey EQ).

Resetting the SR7011. Note that for microprocessor and network reset, all user and Audyssey setup settings will be wiped out. The SAVE/LOAD configuration steps should be performed beforehand to save user and Audyssey settings.

(1) Soft reset. Un-plug the power chord for approximately 10 minutes.

(2) Microprocessor reset. Also known as the factory reset.
Turn OFF the unit
Turn ON the unit and simultaneously press the GAME and A-DSX buttons.
Wait until the display shows "Initialized", then release the two buttons.

(3) Network Reset (includes microprocessor reset, ie. all settings restored to factory default).
Turn OFF the unit
Turn ON the unit and simultaneously press the MOVIE and MUSIC buttons.
Wait until the display starts flashing in 1 second intervals, then release the two buttons.

For those interested in powering the floor speakers with external amps and utilizing the internal amps of the SR7011 to power the Atmos/ceiling height speakers, jdsmoothie has given the following manual amp assign configuration in 2015 Marantz thread post number 364:
Amp Assign: 11.1
Height Speakers: 4 Height Speakers
Height Layout: TF + TR (or whatever height speaker positions you are using)
Wide/HT 2: Top Rear (or whatever 2nd height speaker position you are using)
Pre-out: Front
 
#564 ·
Post 6 reserved for Marantz SR7011 full height receiver. MSRP $2,199.

imagic has provided preliminary details in the following thread: http://www.avsforum.com/forum/90-re...011-avr-av7703-av-processor.html#post47284017 jdsmoothie advised an expected release date in mid-October 2016

Back panel of unit:


Specifications
Power Transformer: EI Core
Number of amp channels: 9
Number of processing channels: 11.1
Rated Output Power: 125W per channel in stereo mode (8ohms, 20Hz to 20kHz with 0.05% THD)
Dolby TrueHD/Dolby Digital Plus/DTS-HD Master Audio
Auro 2D/3D via paid up-grade ($200). 10.1 Auro 3D configuration available with VOG channel being utilized by the 2nd sub pre-out.
S/N Ratio: 100dB
Frequnecy Response: 10Hz - 100kHz (+1dB, -3dB in Direct mode)
AIFF and support for Direct Stream Digital (DSD)
Audyssey MultEQ XT32 with sub EQ HT
Built-In WiFi (2.4GHz/5GHz at 802.11 a/b/g/n)
Built-In Bluetooth (version 3.0 + EDR using A2DP at 2.4Ghz)
AirPlay
DLNA 1.5 Certified Audio/Photo Streaming
Internet Radio
Streaming Service Capability (Pandora/Spotify/SiriusXM/flickr)
D/A Conversion: 192kHz/32-Bit
Video Off (Pure Direct): Yes
Source Direct: Yes
Bass Redirection: Yes
Variable Crossover frequency for bass management: Yes
4K Ultra HD Pass-Through with HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection
AM/FM Tuner
Lip-Sync (Digital Audio Delay): Yes
Software Upgradable: Yes (via Internet)
HDMI Inputs: 8 Total (7 back + 1 Front) with HDMI 2.0 Support
Composite Video Input: 4 RCA type (3 at back + 1 at front)
Component Video Input: 3 RCA type
HDMI Output: 3 (Monitor 1 is ARC compatible)
Composite Video Output: 2 RCA type
Component Video Output: 1 RCA type
Analog Audio Input: 6 RCA type (5 at back + 1 at front)
Pre-Amplifier Input: 7.1 RCA type
Digital Optical Input: 2
Digital Coaxial Input: 2
Pre-Amplifier Out: 13.2 RCA type
Sub woofer out: 2 RCA type (Two independent channels)
Zone 2/3 pre-out: 2.0 RCA type
Speaker Binding Posts: 11 Pairs
Front Panel A/V Inputs: HDMI / USB
Headphone Out: 1 (Front)
Microphone Calibration Jack: 1 (Front)
External Control: IP
12V Trigger outpout: 2 (Back)
D-Bus Remote (RC-5) In/Out: Yes
Flasher In: 1
Network Port: Ethernet
FM Antenna Port
AM Antenna Port
WiFi Antenna Ports
App Control: Yes (iPhone/iPad/Android phone/tablet)
Eco Mode
Chassis: Full height
Power Requirement: AC120V at 60Hz
Power Consumption: 710W (Standby 0.2W)
Dimensions (H x W x D): 7.4" (not including antenna. +2.4" with) x 17.4" x 16.3"
Weight: 31lbs 1oz

Single internal fan as reported by jdsmoothie in 2015 Marantz thread post number 2,428.

Owner's manual for the SR7011 is available from Marantz US website here: http://us.marantz.com/us/Products/P...?CatId=AVReceivers&SubCatId=&ProductId=SR7011

Separate settings for 2-channel playback in direct and stereo modes available. Auto (default) will use Audyssey auto calibration settings. With manual, a number of parameters are available to adjust the sound to taste. Details given in 2015 Marantz thread post number 1,310 by jdsmoothie.

Sound and Vision has carried out bench tests for the SR7010 is here: http://www.soundandvision.com/content/marantz-sr7010-av-receiver-review#2MCdhfuJt309TQHt.97
Most likely the 2016 SR7011 internal amps have similar bench test results as the previous generation and these are shown below.
2 Channels Continuously Driven, 8-Ohm Loads: 0.1% THD=128.7 watts, 1.0% THD=168.8 watts
2 Channels Continuously Driven, 4-Ohm Loads: 0.1% THD=201.7 watts, 1.0% THD=235.3 watts
5 Channels Continuously Driven, 8-Ohm Loads: 0.1% THD=84.3 watts, 1.0% THD=113.1 watts
7 Channels Continuously Driven, 8-Ohm Loads: 0.1% THD=83.2 watts, 1.0% THD= 103.4 watts

What's new in the 2016 model compared to previous model (SR7010)?
  • HEOS wireless multi-room sound system
  • Extended bluetooth range via version 3.0 + EDR
  • DSD at 5.6Mhz
  • 5GHz frequency support under WiFi (now dual band)
  • New Audyssey remote app (a paid up-grade that will allow the user to check correction results, set target sound options, adjust frequency roll-off, set mid-range compensation controls and save, load, view and print results.)
  • RC Source Select (allows changing of an HDMI standby pass through source while the AVR is in Standby mode - 2015 and older models require powering on the AVR to change the pass through source)
  • Cannot do Audyssey DSX or Front Wide speakers.:(

DTS:X with Neural:X upmixer firmware installed at the factory.

Discrete Network chip reset (no settings lost).
1 - With the AVR powered ON, select "Online Music" as the input source.
2 - Simultaneously press/hold the SR7011 "M-DAX" + "DYNAMIC EQ" buttons on the front panel
3 - Hold the buttons for a few seconds until the display reads "Network Restart" and then release the buttons.

Try the above first when experiencing network issues before doing the full reset below (which would result in the lose of all user settings as well as the Audyssey EQ).

Resetting the SR7011. Note that for microprocessor and network reset, all user and Audyssey setup settings will be wiped out. The SAVE/LOAD configuration steps should be performed beforehand to save user and Audyssey settings.

(1) Soft reset. Un-plug the power chord for approximately 10 minutes.

(2) Microprocessor reset. Also known as the factory reset.
Turn OFF the unit
Turn ON the unit and simultaneously press the GAME and A-DSX buttons.
Wait until the display starts flashing in 1 second intervals, then release the two buttons.

(3) Network reset.
Turn OFF the unit
Turn ON the unit and simultaneously press the MOVIE and MUSIC buttons.
Wait until the display starts flashing in 1 second intervals, then release the two buttons.

For those interested in powering the floor speakers with external amps and utilizing the internal amps of the SR7011 to power the Atmos/ceiling height speakers, jdsmoothie has given the following manual amp assign configuration in 2015 Marantz thread post number 364:
Amp Assign: 11.1
Height Speakers: 4 Height Speakers
Height Layout: TF + TR (or whatever height speaker positions you are using)
Wide/HT 2: Top Rear (or whatever 2nd height speaker position you are using)
Pre-out: Front
Moving up to the 7011. A couple of questions on the HDMI monitor outs.
I'll be running 7011 HDMI Monitor 1 (ARC) to my
Samsung 1080 TV HDMI 2 (ARC). I want to keep my ARC connections on the same HDMI cable to enable the smart apps sound over HDMI.

I hope to replace my Epson 6020 projector with the new Epson 4K projector.

Do all three 7011 HDMI monitor connections work with 4K quality video and audio? If not,

eventually if I get a 4K TV will at least one of the two other monitor outputs work with 4K or are all three 4K?

Need help with connecting my Bose 901 equalizer to the 7011 as well as
connecting my

Kenwood Sovereign 400 disc changer and Entre to 7011.

1. 7011 Monitor limitations
2. Bose Equalizer to 7011 RCA inputs
3. Connections to on 7011 from changer and Entre (optical, component, and several others).

Thanks for you help.
 
#7 · (Edited)
External thread post links

Post links to other threads that Marantz owners may find useful.

(1) LFE+Main setting explained by AVS member Selden Ball. Post number 263 of Marantz AV7703 thread.
 
#8 · (Edited)
Since Marantz and Denon are owned by the same parent holding company, a lot of the features available in the 2016 Denon models are replicated to Marantz models.

jdsmoothie and batpig has started the 2016 Denon thread. Many questions related to features, settings, set-up of the Martanz receivers and pre/pro can be found in the 1st page of the 2016 Denon thread here: http://www.avsforum.com/forum/90-re...s-series-x-series-avr-owner-s-thread-faq.html

I'll just refer everyone to the good work that jdsmoothie and batpig have already done.

If you're looking to purchase a Marantz receiver (or any Denon/Marantz gear), AVS is an authorized dealer. Call jdsmoothie on 585-645-1006 for competitive quote.

Firmware up-dates: in post number 15 by jdsmoothie for up-dates to Marantz firmware.

For first time user of Audyssey, AVS member Keith Barnes has written an FAQ and a step by step guide here: http://www.avsforum.com/forum/90-re...ssey-thread-faq-post-51779-a-1726.html#101top

An in depth technical addendum to explain the differences between Audyssey XT32 and the lower versions is given here: http://www.avsforum.com/forum/90-re...thread-faq-post-51779-a-1726.html#addendumtop

The SAVE/LOAD feature for the Marantz receivers is the same as that on the Denon models. jdsmoothie has given the step by step guide to carrying out a configuration SAVE onto the PC and verification of non-zero file using a hex editor in post number 4 of the 2015 Denon thread using IE. Chrome/Firefox browser SAVE/LOAD is given in post number 2,775 in the 2013 Denon thread.
 
#3,974 ·
Post number 9 reserved.

TBA
Intermittent LOOSE CONTACT INSIDE THE SPEAKER BINDING POSTs.

Hi, I am in the UK and have a Marantz SR7011 that is exhibiting this behaviour. Is there any updates as to whether Marantz have acknowledged the issue? Do we know if they have changed the construction for the SRx012 series?
@steveting99,
Can you please add this known defect so that customers will be better informed.
 
#10 · (Edited)
Useful posts in this thread

(1) Dolby Vision support for the 2016 Marantz models are not expected to be available until early 2018 as advised by jdsmoothie in post number 1,246.
 
#12 · (Edited)
Wish list items for 2016 Marantz line-up

Items that would be good for the Marantz 2016 line-up.

(1) Return of Dolby Pro-Logic II for up-sampling 2-channel music to multi-speakers on the floor for all models.
(2) Implementation of DarbeeVision Visual Presence processing as detailed in the video within the following thread: http://www.avsforum.com/forum/138-avs-forum-podcasts/2446802-darbee-s-vision.html#post43857370. Can be a paid up-grade similar to Auro 3D for the higher end models with sufficient video processing power.
(3) Saving to memory more than one Audyssey calibration and the ability to instantly switch with the remote. I.e use of quick select
(4) Ability to select individually which channels gets / not get Audyssey processing. Currently limited to front left/right channels. Or Audyssey OFF.:(
(5) Ability to adjust the Audyssey target curve to suite one's personal room and taste. This has taken of with the new Audyssey app ($20 extra cost).
(6) Minimize thermal heat generated by the HDMI boards. I.e. run cooler and lower energy use.
(7) Current limiter/protection for the 12V transistor trigger outputs.
(8) Fix video processor bug associated with banding and if the source is from PC source, causes blurry text.
 
#93 ·
Items that would be good for the Marantz 2016 line-up.

(1) Return of Dolby Pro-Logic II for up-sampling 2-channel music to multi-speakers on the floor for all models.
Are you saying that feature is not available on current models? My SR-5008 has it, and it gets used quite often while watching Netflix/Amazon Prime.

Do the 5010/5011 have it?
 
#14 ·
I wonder if the SR5011 will lose analogue video to HDMI upscaling like the Denons did. If that's the case then the one to get is the SR5010 which not only has all the important stuff like Atmos, HDCP 2.2, and HDMI 2.0a, but also that analogue to 1080p upscaling for HDMI output.
 
#15 · (Edited)
Firmware Update Information for the 2016 Marantz NR/SR models


(1) Firmware updates for all 2016 models should be available via Marantz's website and can be downloaded and installed via USB thumb drive. You will need to enter the serial number of the AVR at the website page to obtain the update.

(2) Firmware updates can also be installed by the owner via an internet connection to the Marantz servers. Although it's not necessary to update your unit if you are not experiencing any problems, it's generally a good idea to keep it updated so that if there are any problems with the update the unit will still be covered under warranty. The update process generally doesn't take more than 30 minutes once the download begins and also generally does not erase any settings, although it's always a good idea to SAVE the settings config.dat file using the Web Control feature prior to doing the update just in case. Note that if the update process is stuck on "Authenticating", ensure a source other than NET/USB is selected and just let it continue for up to a few hours and it should eventually begin the update process (although note that Marantz's servers have been known to crash the first day of release due to the overload, so you may want to wait a few days before trying again). Some have noted that rather than selecting the "Check for Update", instead simply selecting the "Start Update" will avoid the "Authenticating" issue. One prior model year owner found that disconnecting ALL sources to the AVR enabled the unit to connect to the Marantz servers and update the firmware when the update process had previously been unsuccessful.

Other tips if having problems with the update include setting "Network Standby/IP Control/Network" to OFF, cycling the DHCP setting on the AVR, or using a static IP address.

During the update, the AVR will go into Standby mode, but will continue to update status on the front panel display. If the update seems to be hung up (ie. goes beyond 1 hour) ... power the AVR to Standby, unplug it for a few minutes and power back on and attempt the update again. If the update fails to load, check the network environment (ie. reset the router, replace the router with a more current/robust model, or ideally wire directly to the router if connecting wirelessly) If still not having any luck with the update, perform a Network Reset. You may also want to consider purchasing a long (100'+) Cat5/6 cable for network updates only for a higher probability of a successful install. Also note, that once the update has completed, there is no way of returning to an earlier version of firmware.

Networking model owners will be notified automatically when there is a firmware update when the AVR is turned ON as long as the Notification Update setting is set to ON (factory default). For more information refer to Setup - General - Firmware - Notifications -Update in your respective Owner's manual. To manually check for an update, refer to Setup - General - Firmware - Update - Check for Update.

(3) What is my unit's current firmware version? The current firmware version can be determined from the AVR's menu: Setup --> General --> Information --> Firmware Version.

(4) There are two firmware notification settings, both of which default to "ON" from the factory..... "Update" (fixes) and "Upgrade" (new feature). When either an "update" or "upgrade" is available the networking models will display a message alerting you to this "update" or "upgrade" every time you turn on the AVR. If you prefer not to install the update/upgrade, then simply change the appropriate setting at General --> Firmware --> Notifications ---> Update/Upgrade to OFF (factory default is ON) and it will go away.


This area will be used to track the change log of the firmware updates for 2016 NR/SR series models


SR7011

(Note: The DD/DTS cross-mix update comes pre-installed and there is no Pandora logon issue as the HEOS app is used to stream Pandora to the AVR)

1. 9/21/2017
- Dolby Vision
- Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG)
2. 2/14/2018
- No sound from HEOS capable FY17 AVR after ungrouping.
- No matter which DSD (.dsf or .dff) file played back, the sampling frequency is always showing as 88.2 kHz on AVR's OSD.
- To improve usability, change the volume value of HEOS App from "step" to "dB"
- Single HEOS Amp (not grouped), connected to TV by optical connection. After one minute, sound starts to be like "Donald Duck". Stop, play helps. After 1 minute, sound starts to be like Donald Duck again.
- Customer starts playback of any SiriusXM station using the HEOS App the music with play for a few seconds on the HEOS device then stop and result with error popup "SiriusXM unsupported format" on the HEOS App.
- Wi-Fi communication issue
- When browsing a DLNA/UPnP server the app translates, which it should not do. An example, the band "Accept" is translated to "Godkänn" in Swedish. (HEOS iOS App only)
- HEOS App stops responding after Apple iPad device screen locks and unlocked.
- HEOS app controls AVR but gives a time-out error after a few minutes.
- Customer has 2 x Samsung A5 Android phone. When he has the app open on both devices, the HEOS Bar will keep changing it’s volume (up/down). Volume starts going up/down by itself after they have made a volume change in the HEOS app on one of the devices. This happens about 5-10 seconds after the change is made.
- Customer is stating the operation of the HEOS App is sluggish and "does not update the now playing screen when changing songs or operating HEOS devices" when using the Google Pixal 2 XL device running Android 8.1 OS.
- When trying to login to Deezer account in HEOS App via Google account, an error message occurs: 403: disallowed user agent.
- After a while playback using either HEOS app or Spotify app and Spotify Connect, the app used seems to lose connection with the HEOS speaker.
- The target iOS version of the HEOS iOS application is iOS 8 or later. iPhone 4 cannot update to "1.442.190". The models after "iPhone 4S" and "iPad 2" can be updated to "1.442.190".
3. 5-31-2018
- If the product is connected to ALLM compatible TV, the transmission rate of 4K 50p / 60p format video does not become 6 Gbps.
6 Gbps of 4K signal is below.
4k 50p / 60p YCbCr 4: 2: 0 30/36 bit
4K 50p / 60p RGB 4: 4: 4 24bit
4K 50p / 60p YCbCr 4: 2: 2 36 bits
- Sometimes No grouping possible between some speakers.
- Specific Flac files from customer do not play; neither via USB or network (twonky server 8.2.1)
- After update, grouping of two HEOS products was no longer possible when Stereo grouped.
- When selecting the HEOS 1 under setup/help/system check/network status, and selecting the router it is connected to, a different value is shown.
- Two values for BSSID´s which are definitely wrong.
- Improved stability of audio playback and wireless connection when connecting HEOS speaker, HEOS AMP as wireless surround to HEOS Bar or HEOS AVR.
- Reduced time to detect HEOS equipment on the network and improved reliability.
4. 2-8-2019
- While AVR displays Title/Artist/Album by status display, AVR will display "Spotify" after "Volume change, Mute, INFO, Sound Mode change, SLEEP, ZONE2 ON/OFF" operations.
- Audio is cutting out when using ARC via Low Quality Cable (Long Cable) after installing U18 firmware.
- Update the firmware version to 1.493.180 Music files in USB stick memory formatted with NTFS cannot be played on HEOS products.
5. 4-17-2019
- Improves overall performance and reliability
6. 4-23-2019
- Resolves control system issue caused by 4-17-2019 update
7. 8-21-2019
- Improves overall performance and reliability
- Spotify using FREE Spotify account via HEOS app
8. 3-12-2020
- Improves overall performance and reliability
- HEOS bug fixes
- Allow for SiriusXM streaming enhancements that go into effect March 31, 2020

SR6011
1. 9/15/2016
- DD DSU on DTS audio
- DTS Neural:X on DD audio
- Pandora logon
2. 9/21/2017
- See SR7011 for this date
3. 9/24/2018
- Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)
- Unable to logon to Pandora
4. 4/17/2019
- See SR7011 for this date
5. 4/23/2019
- See SR7011 for this date


SR5011
1. 10/04/2016
- DD DSU on DTS audio
- DTS Neural:X on DD audio
- Pandora logon
2. 9/21/2017
- See SR7011 for this date
3. 9/24/2018
- See SR6011 for this date
4. 6-18-2019
- Improves overall performance and reliability


NR1607
1. 10/04/2016
- See SR5011 for this date
2. 9/21/2017
- See SR7011 for this date
3. 9/24/2018
- See SR6011 for this date
4. 6/18/2019
- See SR5011 for this date

NR1506
1. 7/22/2015
- Allow unit to work with the remote app
2. 9/6/2016
- Unable to logon to Pandora
3. 9/21/2017
- See SR7011 for this date
4. 8/2018
- Unable to logon to Pandora
5. 9/24/2018
- See SR6011 for this date
6. 6/18/2019
- See SR5011 for this date

** NOTE: The change log information above is provided as is, without any further explanation and only when I am able to obtain it. If the information listed above doesn't make sense, please don't ask for clarification, as I have none.



Auro 3D/2D + Auro-Matic (simulates audio to height speakers from non-Auro BD/DVD) Upgrade instructions (USA models only)

Only the SR7011 and can be upgraded to Auro 3D/2D by following the instructions listed below:

1. Connect the unit to the internet.
2. Ensure the unit has the latest firmware update installed.
3. Using the GUI, select Upgrade now or go to GENERAL -- FIRMWARE -- ADD NEW FEATURE and write down the "Upgrade ID" listed on the display
4. Go to the Upgrade website at https://www.upgrade.marantz.com/na/marantz/pages/home.aspx
5. Complete the Auro 3D upgrade Personal form to include personal information, the unit's serial number (listed on back of unit or on original box), and the Upgrade ID obtained in step 3.
6. Enter credit card information - cost is $199 USD which will also include the Auro 3D Demo disk.
7. Once the card has been processed, the Auro 3D upgrade will be available to download to the unit (estimated download time - will vary depending on internet connection)


Notes:
(1) For those SR7011 owners not wanting to upgrade to Auro 3D at this time, you will be given the option to set Upgrade Notification to OFF on initial setup or you can go to SETUP -- GENERAL -- FIRMWARE -- NOTIFICATIONS -- UPGRADE and select OFF so you don't get the Upgrade notification each time the unit is powered ON. Note the "Upgrade" notification only applies to new features, while the "Update" notification applies to "fixes" which you want to leave set to ON.

(2) Additional information on Auro 3D/2D can be found in the Official Auro 3D thread.
 
#20 ·
Nothing about any 11ch amped receiver?

I was hoping that the 7011 would get that.
I could also accept if Marantz made a 4ch power amp, for the ceiling speakers, one that is priced less than their stereo power amp (at least less than that one is, in my country), with less power of course, but those channels would need less power for most people.
I assume that the Stereo power amp is better than using two of the SR7010 channels when used together with all 9channels. But adding a stereo power amp, feels strange to me. If I wanted to imrpove on the sound, in the fron channels, I would like that to include the center channel as well, so a 3 channel power amp would feel better to me. Also those are the 3 channels that tend to reqire most resources, so it seems like that would be a logic model for home theare users. As far a I know they don't have a matching mono-block either so you can't add 2+1 channel amplification.


I could see myself using another brand for all ceiling channels, but adding 4 channels of the cheapest hifi power-amp (2x stereo power amps) in my country would set me back almost as much as the stereo power amp from Marantz.
So that isn't worth it.
And the 6011 I assume will not get 11.1/11.2 channel processing, so I cant save some money there, to invest in power-amps for all the ceiling speakers.
 
#21 ·
Nothing about any 11ch amped receiver?

I was hoping that the 7011 would get that.
I could also accept if Marantz made a 4ch power amp, for the ceiling speakers, one that is priced less than their stereo power amp (at least less than that one is, in my country), with less power of course, but those channels would need less power for most people.
I assume that the Stereo power amp is better than using two of the SR7010 channels when used together with all 9channels. But adding a stereo power amp, feels strange to me. If I wanted to imrpove on the sound, in the fron channels, I would like that to include the center channel as well, so a 3 channel power amp would feel better to me. Also those are the 3 channels that tend to reqire most resources, so it seems like that would be a logic model for home theare users. As far a I know they don't have a matching mono-block either so you can't add 2+1 channel amplification.


I could see myself using another brand for all ceiling channels, but adding 4 channels of the cheapest hifi power-amp (2x stereo power amps) in my country would set me back almost as much as the stereo power amp from Marantz.
So that isn't worth it.
And the 6011 I assume will not get 11.1/11.2 channel processing, so I cant save some money there, to invest in power-amps for all the ceiling speakers.

Not for 2016 no, and perhaps not for a few years.
 
#27 ·
D&M Europe has shown their upcoming (Denon/Marantz) products at some conference:
www . areadvd.de/tests/info-special-performance-is-everything-die-denon-marantz-und-heos-neuheiten-von-der-european-dealer-conference-2016/

Can someone figure out from that article differences between SR-6010 and SR-6011? Looking forward to buy one of them.
 
#28 ·
Well it looks like a new AVP coming out in 2016 - AV7703.

Translation from the link above : :The new precursor AV7703 is equipped with balanced XLR wiring and provides up to 11.2 Processing . 8 x HDMI In and 3 x HDMI -out, the already described above HEOS module and Dolby Atmos / DTS : Decoding X are other features . The precursor is explicitly doing that DSD in 2.8 and 5.6 MHz and FLAC , ALAC , AIFF and WAV are supported , which are likely the other models of Denon and Marantz also dominate . The AV7703 is only available in black. For SR7011 and AV7703 also an Auro - 3D is to have update . For the SR6001 this option is not available ."

Thanks for the link!
 
#33 ·
^ If the new Audyssey app (will cost around $30) allows tweaking the target curve and select which channels can be disabled/enabled, will be of interest to those who would like to dial in their system. It should be a significant improvement over the cumbersome pro kit. The Audyssey correction filters wont be the same as what Dirac does. Dirac uses a mixed phase response that deals with frequency correction and time. My understanding is that Audyssey focuses on just frequency response and let the time correction fall where ever it lands.

The way bass management is implemented on the pre/pro/receiver and ability to select the appropriate filter is just as important, but that's something that D&M Holdings would have to open up to users. Hoping that they would.

I'm wondering what type of audio improvements that Marantz is offering in their 2016 models compared to 2015?
 
#34 ·
^ If the new Audyssey app (will cost around $30) allows tweaking the target curve and select which channels can be disabled/enabled, will be of interest to those who would like to dial in their system. It should be a significant improvement over the cumbersome pro kit. The Audyssey correction filters wont be the same as what Dirac does. Dirac uses a mixed phase response that deals with frequency correction and time. My understanding is that Audyssey focuses on just frequency response and let the time correction fall where ever it lands.

The way bass management is implemented on the pre/pro/receiver and ability to select the appropriate filter is just as important, but that's something that D&M Holdings would have to open up to users. Hoping that they would.

I'm wondering what type of audio improvements that Marantz is offering in their 2016 models compared to 2015?
Audyssey corrects in both the time and frequency domain.

 

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^ Unfortunately jd, what Audyssey claim in their writing didn't come true with in-room measurements using REW.

The Energy Time Curves (ETC) which has energy on the y-axis and time on the x-axis show that the time decay before and after Audyssey being about the same for the important center channel with XT32. I was a bit surprised with this result and thought it was due to user error. I then re-measured and came with similar results.:(

After putting the DDRC-88A with Dirac Live into the audio chain, then carrying out REW measurements there was an improvement in the ETC. Switching back to XT32 showed much worse ETC.

The corrections in the frequency domain between Audyssey XT32 and Dirac Live are quite close and within the measurement error of the instrument.
 
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Guys, how does the Audyssey app on the Marantz 6011 work? Is it on top of the already built in XT32? Or do I have to purchase hardware for it? I don't understand it. (Yes I am a noob in a certain way)


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Will the AVR pass Dolby Vision?

It's been said that the introduction of the new HDMI 2.0 High Dynamic Range (HDR) feature has a bigger impact on the picture quality then upgrading from a 1080p to 4k TV. There are two competing HDR technologies so when purchasing a new 4k TV (or if you already own one) it is important to understand whether your TV supports HDR at all (older 4k models do not) and if yes, whether it supports only HDR10 or also supports Dolby Vision (see chart below indicating some early information):

HDR10 - open standard; firmware upgradeable; required format on the new 4k UHD BDs

Dolby Vision - Dolby's proprietary hardware chip required in both the source device and the TV but not the AVR, however, the AVR must have the capability to pass the Dolby Vision video (2016 models will be receiving a firmware update to allow for this); optional format on 4k BDs

All 2015 and 2016 Denon and Marantz AVRs are HDR10 capable, but only the 2016 models will eventually be able to pass Dolby Vision after receiving a firmware update late 2017/early 2018.


 
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I have a Samsung UE55HU7500 tv. I don't know which HDR version it supports when combined with a Denon 4200 or a Marantz 6010 (still waiting for a price drop).

When I get an UHD Bluray player will it play right even if my tv doesn't support HDR?


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