User manual MARANTZ PM8004

[. . . ] The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to 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 appliance. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. [. . . ] € Do not keep the battery in a place exposed to direct sunlight or in places with extremely high temperatures, such as near a heater. € If the battery fluid leaks, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery compartment and insert new batteries. € Remove the batteries from the remote control if it will not be used for a long time. • Used batteries in accordance with local regulations on battery disposal. 30° NOTE The unit may function improperly or the remote control may not operate if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight, or strong artificial light from a fluorescent or infrared light. Indd 3 2010/07/01 17:46:11 ENGLISH Part names and functions For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). (8) Indicates the status of the unit’s as follows: • Power “ON” : Off • When the protection circuit is activated : Red (blinking). (9) NOTE You can adjust the i BALANCE, Q0 TREBLE, MID and Q4 BASS control knobs only when SOURCE DIRECT switch is turned off. Indd 4 2010/07/01 17:46:11 ENGLISH Part names and functions Getting started Getting started Remote control q w You can use the supplied remote control to operate this unit and Marantz audio components such as CD players, tuners, DVD players, and tape decks. (8) • POWER ON button • POWER OFF button • SOURCE POWER button You can press this button to switch the mode of Marantz audio components (provided with a power standby function) between power-on and standby. The speakers may be damaged if the volume is set too high when playing SA sources. For instructions on player settings, refer to the operating instructions included with the player. Connecting the speakers Connecting the speakers cables Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – (white) polarities on the speakers being connected to the unit, and be sure to connect the channels and polarities correctly. Preparations Connecting cables Select the cables according to the equipment being connected. NOTE • Connect the speaker cables so they do not stick out of the speaker terminals. The protection circuit may be activated if the wires touch the rear panel or if the + and – sides touch each other (“Protection circuit”). € Never touch the speaker terminals while the power supply is connected. Audio cables Analog connections (stereo) (L) (R) L R L R 1 Peel off about 10 mm of sheathing from the tip of the speaker cable, terminal 2 Turn the speaker to loosen it. Counterclockwise then either twist the core wire tightly or apply solder to it. NnProtection circuit Stereo pin-plug cable Speaker connections 3 Inserttothe speaker cable’s core wire all the way into the speaker Speaker cables The protection circuit is be activated in the following situations: • If the speaker cable wire touches the rear panel or screws or if the speaker cable wire touches the speaker cable’s + and – sides are touching • If the surrounding temperature is extremely high • If the inside of the amplifier gets hot to extended use at a high output If the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is blocked and the power indicator flashes in red. If this happens, unplug the power cord, then check the connections of the speaker cables and input cables. If the unit becomes very hot, wait for it to cool off and improve the ventilation around it. [. . . ] In that case, disconnect the power immediately and contact your retail outlet. When power is turned on but there is • The speaker cables are not properly connected. Countermeasure • Make sure that the power cord is plugged in properly. € Either turn the INPUT SELECTOR knob of this unit or press POWER ON of the remote control. [. . . ]