Marantz SR4400 - Manual (Page 2)

Power and performance
The SR4400 delivers a generous 80 watts (into 8 ohms) of
discrete power into each of its six main channels and includes a
full selection of performance and convenience features. Endless
enjoyment is available at the touch of a button, via an easy to
use on-screen menu, AM/FM tuner with 30- station preset
memory and full remote control operation. In audio mode, the
source direct function is extremely efficient for optimized clarity
and detailed musical reproduction. It bypasses the entire A/V
section, including the D/A and A/D conversions to realize the
shortest signal path, for minimal interference and disturbance by
radiated electrical or magnetic fields. The SR4400 also includes
6.1-channel pre-amp outputs, providing a ready upgrade path to
a more powerful home theater system using external amplifiers.
The large power supply incorporates a high current power
transformer, with ample capabilities to drive low impedance
loudspeakers.
Dolby Digital EX
Dolby Digital EX brings a new dimension of depth, spacious
ambience and sound localization to home theater environment.
The benefits of DD-EX include more realistic flyover and fly-
around effects, a more stable image for atmospheres and music
and a more consistent surround effect throughout the
auditorium or home viewing area.
DTS-ES
The DTS-ES surround system offering a superb sound quality
and a range of formats. The Discrete 6.1 offers the ultimate
quality of surround field creation, while the Matrix 6.1 provides
compatibility for the existing DTS 5.1 software. And the Neo:6
is to create 6.1 surround stage from any two channel source.
Dolby Pro Logic II music and movie
Dolby Pro Logic is capable of producing a Multi Channel
soundstage using only a two channel source, meaning that
normal TV broadcast can only be decoded using this technique.
Now the standard is being successed by the Dolby Pro Logic II
format, offering the full frequency range accross all channels and
even with a stereo soundfield on the surround speakers.
This experience of two channel decoding adds a more realistic
element to watching TV and is fully compatible with the Dolby
Pro Logic standard.
CS II
Circle Surround II is a powerfull and versatile multi-channel
technology designed to enable up to 6.1 multi-channel
surround-sound playback from mono, stereo, CS encoded
sources and other matrix encoded sources. CS-II places the
listener "inside" the music performances and dramatically
improves the separation and image positioning of both hi-fi
audio conventional surround-encoded video material, adding a
heightened sence of realism.
Experience the emotion
Music and sound track reproduction is enhanced through a
highly efficient source direct switch, which bypasses the total
A/V section in audio mode. In direct mode, interference and
disturbance by radiated electrical or magnetic fields are
minimized, ensuring the shortest signal path for the highest
degree of clarity and detail. Highly accurate 192kHz/24-bit
audio D/A converters process the analog to digital conversion,
resulting in a far more faithful sound quality compared to the
original source. It encompasses the Marantz heritage with
refinements such as a metal alloy faceplate, a efficient video off
mode and high grade components.
Convenience & Functionality´s
The SR4400 presents multiple surround modes, like hall,
stadium, virtual, matrix, movie and 6-channel stereo. The
extensive feature list, such as auto preset tuning (program up to
30 stations), manual station naming, display dimmer, delay
function and clock/timer characterize the functionality of the
SR4400.
The SR4400 incorporates an extensive array of digital and
analog audio and video connections to accommodate a wide
variety of multiple program sources. It also features pre-amp
outputs and a multi-language on-screen display.
Music reproduction is enhanced through a highly efficient
source direct switch, which bypasses the entire A/V section in
audio mode. In direct mode, interference and disturbance by
radiated electrical or magnetic fields are minimized, ensuring the
shortest signal path for the highest degree of clarity and detail.
For easy speaker distance correction an easy setup function
complements the functionality of the SR4400.
Technological glossary:
■ Provides stunning reproduction of differently encoded movie
and music soundtracks.
■ Excellent frequency response and superb sonic performance
for the highest standard such as SACD and DVD-Audio
■ Direct connection of analogue feeds to allow connection of
multi channel formats like SACD
■ Allows simplified optimized speaker distance setup in
surround configurations
■ Allows for connection with high quality speaker cables for
optimized sound quality
■ Allows critical audio enthusiasts to bypass the complete video
signal circuitry for reduced interference, resulting in
audiophile sound quality
■ Provides a logical upgrade path to a more powerful home
theatre system using external amplifiers.
■ Flexible system integration and total control by using one
remote handset
Benefits: Features:
■ Latest generation of DSP from Cirrus Logic decodes DTS ES,
Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro-Logic II and Circle Surround
6.1
■ Wide range of full discrete amplifiers with 80 Watts per channel
■ 6.1 Channel direct input
■ Easy Setup
■ Heavy duty speaker terminals
■ Source direct
■ 6.1 Pre-amp outputs
■ Pre-programmed system Remote Control and Marantz
D-BUS system