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post #2521 of 5639
2/4/13 at 7:10pm
There is a 7 minute firmware update showing. I'm going for it. UPDATING says "MAIN"
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post #2522 of 5639
2/4/13 at 7:13pm
Now it says "SUB"
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post #2523 of 5639
2/4/13 at 7:13pm
Firmware Version after update says 3325-4703-2484. I'm saving my configuration now. Next going to factory reset At least 3 times, then reload my settings. I noticed someone before stated that there was a bug on controlling the two sub's levels independently via Web interface. Well now you can.
Edited by Geronimo.USMC - 2/4/13 at 7:31pm
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post #2524 of 5639
2/4/13 at 7:46pm
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Firmware Version after update says 3325-4703-2484. I'm saving my configuration now. Next going to factory reset At least 3 times, then reload my settings. I noticed someone before stated that there was a bug on controlling the two sub's levels independently via Web interface. Well now you can.

I'm doing it too. Mine says 43 mins, although I never did the other one so maybe that's why mine is longer.

I hope the dts neo issue is fixed.
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post #2525 of 5639
2/4/13 at 7:59pm

I am wondering if any of you have gone from the Classé SSP-800 to the Marantz 8801?

 

What was the reason behind your decision and how does it compare?

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post #2526 of 5639
2/4/13 at 8:06pm
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Originally Posted by wse View Post

I am wondering if any of you have gone from the Classé SSP-800 to the Marantz 8801?

What was the reason behind your decision and how does it compare?
I believe, if not mistaken, Thrang has owned one. He stated he loves his 8801. Maybe, he will chime in.
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post #2527 of 5639
2/4/13 at 8:36pm
Why factory resetting multiple times after update?
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post #2528 of 5639
2/4/13 at 8:50pm
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Originally Posted by mookie b View Post

I'm doing it too. Mine says 43 mins, although I never did the other one so maybe that's why mine is longer.

I hope the dts neo issue is fixed.

NEO X issue fixed! Popped up right away after firmware update.
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post #2529 of 5639
2/4/13 at 10:17pm
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Originally Posted by Will Gibbons View Post

Why factory resetting multiple times after update?
I've worked with so much electronics in all my years. In my experience, I've seen so many needed to be reset multiple times even after a firmware update to clear up residual problems/code left behind, so it is common practice for me to do it, just incase. It doesn't hurt to do it. I always save my settings on the latest firmware anyway. On the other hand if this firmware is solid, I probably won't do the same procedure when/if there is another update.
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post #2530 of 5639
2/5/13 at 12:00am
Hi,

Update done.

MERCI thrang for your really appreciated help.

Hugo
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post #2531 of 5639
2/5/13 at 12:00am
Firmware Update

As I'm able to obtain the firmware changelog information from D&M, I will be adding it to post #1 of this thread. Look there for any future changelog information as well. smile.gif
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post #2532 of 5639
2/5/13 at 12:15am
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Originally Posted by jdsmoothie View Post

Firmware Update

As I'm able to obtain the firmware changelog information from D&M, I will be adding it to post #1 of this thread. Look there for any future changelog information as well. smile.gif

Excellent, thank you! I couldn't find anything on their site about what was included. Without this thread/forum I wouldn't have known an update was there...thanks!
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post #2533 of 5639
2/5/13 at 1:04am
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Originally Posted by Audio Bob View Post

Quick question for the group: I just received a demo pair of 88's and am waiting for them to thaw out before power-up. My initial ecstasy has been somewhat tempered by the fact that I have a mismatched set. The 8801 is a Japanese built unit; the 8077 was built in China. Is this the case with anyone else? Should I be overly concerned with this or is the quality level about the same? I've certainly heard arguments on both sides of that coin. My guess is that the first wave of units that we received in December were all built in Japan. Then there was a lull in January with some vendors running out of amplifiers. When the amps finally shipped (last week) it appears that some are now coming from China or at least the one that I received. I don't plan on returning the units just yet as I am really anxious to hear how they sound compared to the 77's that I have. Once I do some burn-in time on the 88's, I will attempt to do some A/B comparisons. I'm already aware of how difficult this will be to do with any degree of objectivity, but I will try at least, to resolve in my own mind whether the 88's are worth double the price.

I seem to remember that also the AV8003 was made in Japan, and the MM8003 in China. It was just the cheaper to make the amps there, and let the japanese take the more technical builds.
As long as Marantz specifi what they use, and they follow it, there should't be any concern.

But personally I changed out the MM8003 with a Rotel RMB-1575, and haven't had any regrets, more control, and better details. But most notisable the ekstra power.
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post #2534 of 5639
2/5/13 at 1:11am
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Originally Posted by Audio Bob View Post

Quick question for the group: I just received a demo pair of 88's and am waiting for them to thaw out before power-up. My initial ecstasy has been somewhat tempered by the fact that I have a mismatched set. The 8801 is a Japanese built unit; the 8077 was built in China. Is this the case with anyone else? Should I be overly concerned with this or is the quality level about the same? I've certainly heard arguments on both sides of that coin. My guess is that the first wave of units that we received in December were all built in Japan. Then there was a lull in January with some vendors running out of amplifiers. When the amps finally shipped (last week) it appears that some are now coming from China or at least the one that I received. I don't plan on returning the units just yet as I am really anxious to hear how they sound compared to the 77's that I have. Once I do some burn-in time on the 88's, I will attempt to do some A/B comparisons. I'm already aware of how difficult this will be to do with any degree of objectivity, but I will try at least, to resolve in my own mind whether the 88's are worth double the price.

The Marantz website back panel shot of the 8077 shows "Made In China".

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post #2535 of 5639
2/5/13 at 2:08am
New to AVS and this is my first post. I just got the 8801 hooked up about two weeks ago. I am new to the world of seperates. I came from a Denon AVR-4810 and Oppo bdp-93. getting ready to switch to the 105.Im not to tech savvy so I might have some dumb questions now and again so take it easy on me:D
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post #2536 of 5639
2/5/13 at 2:15am
Did we ever find out what all the firmware update addresses????
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post #2537 of 5639
2/5/13 at 3:47am
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Did we ever find out what all the firmware update addresses????

That's what I'd like to know! I downloaded it anyways and I'll see what I can find out on my own as I only use 5.1 and 2ch , hopefully they addressed all the discovered pitfalls , all in all a short wait for the update and I'm happy about them being on the job in Oppo type fashion.

Keep it up Marantz!
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post #2538 of 5639
2/5/13 at 4:20am
Hi all, well I'm about to make the plunge to the 8801. I have a DHC 9.9 that has a flaky HDMI board that does not always come up on startup. I was considering the new 80.3 but this brand seems to suffer from reliability issues. I have an MC207 and Dynaudio focus speakers with the older Oppo BDP83 in a 5.1 setup. I have been happy with the audio performance of the Integra and was wondering what to expect from the 8801 upgrade. I have auditioned Denon many years ago and found the sound a little harsh and abrasive. I like clean detailed sound that is not fatiguing and hope to get this out of the new pre/pro. Can anybody with a similar setup comment on what I can expect and some insight on the reliability of Marantz. The Mcintosh amp has been bullet proof and I would like the processor to follow in its footsteps.
Thank you and sound like I will get the new "FIRMWARE UPDATE!!!!"
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post #2539 of 5639
2/5/13 at 4:23am
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Originally Posted by Geronimo.USMC View Post

Firmware Version after update says 3325-4703-2484. I'm saving my configuration now. Next going to factory reset At least 3 times, then reload my settings. I noticed someone before stated that there was a bug on controlling the two sub's levels independently via Web interface. Well now you can.

Interestingly, after (EUropean) updating my FW is 3325-4703-2444.

Now concerning the subs' web interface bug, it hasn't been corrected. As in "Speakers" web interface, you still only see 1 sub (SW) listed, even if in "Audio" 2 are listed and controllable (as was the case before updating).

Hugo
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post #2540 of 5639
2/5/13 at 4:27am
Re:the firmware update

Great - lets hope the nexo:x fix sticks! And good job by marantz for getting something up quickly.

I didn't have much time, but it seems DSX modes have been changed - didn't notice the "voice of god" issue so far in limited testing.

For me, the sporadic disappearing osd, and additional zones turning on with no reason are are still happening. All zones activated after the 8801 turned itself on after the firmware update!
Edited by thrang - 2/5/13 at 1:21pm
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post #2541 of 5639
2/5/13 at 4:32am
Hi again,
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Re:the firmware update
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I didn't have much time, but it seems DSX modes have been changed - didn't notice the "voice of god" issue so far in limited testing.

A free DSX 2 upgrade included? smile.gif

... joking. wink.gif

H.
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post #2542 of 5639
2/5/13 at 6:39am
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Originally Posted by jdsmoothie View Post

The Marantz website back panel shot of the 8077 shows "Made In China".


Thanks Anders and JD. You guys are quite the source for ferreting out the correct information!
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post #2543 of 5639
2/5/13 at 8:44am
Just did a better Audyssey calibration, and some testing afterwords. It does sound very good.

But noticed a noticable difference in picture and sound from my Oppo, a lip sync issue. It seams to vary a little bit.
But will this be better when I put the HDMI 1 through the AV8801. Now it's straight to the TV.

The small display on the AV8801 doesn't work for me as far as changing things, so I need the OSD to see whats going on.

If it still has lip sync issues, should try and fix it in the player or AV8801?
Will the audio delay setting be the same on all inputs, or just the one I'm at then and there?
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post #2544 of 5639
2/5/13 at 8:50am
Why is the HDMI straight to the TV? This is your issue likely.
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post #2545 of 5639
2/5/13 at 9:54am
Excited it is now out. smile.gif
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post #2546 of 5639
2/5/13 at 11:04am
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Originally Posted by cadethoerk View Post

Hi all, well I'm about to make the plunge to the 8801. I have a DHC 9.9 that has a flaky HDMI board that does not always come up on startup. I was considering the new 80.3 but this brand seems to suffer from reliability issues. I have an MC207 and Dynaudio focus speakers with the older Oppo BDP83 in a 5.1 setup. I have been happy with the audio performance of the Integra and was wondering what to expect from the 8801 upgrade. I have auditioned Denon many years ago and found the sound a little harsh and abrasive. I like clean detailed sound that is not fatiguing and hope to get this out of the new pre/pro. Can anybody with a similar setup comment on what I can expect and some insight on the reliability of Marantz. The Mcintosh amp has been bullet proof and I would like the processor to follow in its footsteps.
Thank you and sound like I will get the new "FIRMWARE UPDATE!!!!"

Hi, I switched from an Integra DTC-9.8 to an AV8801 and the upgrade in sound quality was NOT subtle. "Harsh" and "abrasive" are not words I would use to describe the AV8801. If you like clean, detailed and non-fatiguing sound, I expect you will consider the AV8801 to be a massive upgrade over the Integra.
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post #2547 of 5639
2/5/13 at 11:48am
just got mine into the rack

Serial number ends 000485: my 8801 was made in Japan

Unit powers up and looks great

My RTI remote is programmed with Denon serial drivers for the AVR-A100: they seem to work fine with the Marantz as well smile.gif
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post #2548 of 5639
2/5/13 at 12:08pm
Thank you Mr. Gringo, I just placed an order with my local retailer!! I appreciate the info and looking forward to getting it up and running.biggrin.gif
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post #2549 of 5639
2/5/13 at 1:01pm
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Originally Posted by thrang View Post

Re:the firmware update

Great - lets hope the nexo:x fix sticks! And good job by marantz for getting something up quickly.

I didn't have much time, but it seems DSX modes have been changed - didn't notice the "voice of god" issue so far in limited testing.

For me, the sporadic disappearing osd, and additional zones turning on with no reason are sre still happening. All zones activated after the 8801 turned itself on after the firmware update!

My zones came back on as well after the update!
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post #2550 of 5639
2/5/13 at 1:03pm
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Originally Posted by sfav View Post

Why is the HDMI straight to the TV? This is your issue likely.

My 105 is direct to the display via hdmi 1 with hdmi 2 from the 105 to the 8801 and I don't have any lypsync issues;)
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