Marantz Comprehensive Guide to AV9000 and Its Remote Control Unit

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REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-18SR

nThe remote control unit provided with the AV9000 is a “learning”-type, programmable unit capable of controlling almost any component in your system, as well as the Marantz D-BUS components (RC-5). The components to be controlled can be selected with 11 function buttons.

OPERATION

The provided remote control unit (RC-18SR) is a system remote controller. The POWER button v, 10-key numeric buttons ⁄2and control buttons ⁄5are used in common across different input source components.

The input source system controlled with the RC-18SR changes when one of the input selector buttons . is pressed.

nExample: To select the LD player as the input source and play an LD on it

FUNCTION AND OPERATION

 

POWER

 

 

SOURCE

 

ON

ON/OFF

OFF

 

CLONE MACRO

MODE

L E A R N I N G REMOTE CONTROL

MACRO

 

MACRO

R C - 1 8 S R

1 3

ENGLISH

Press the LD button twice within 2 seconds.

The input function of the AV9000 is switched to LD

2

LOW

LEARN

4

and the RC-18SRis set for control of the LD player. Press the PLAY button ⁄5to play an LD.

D1

D2

D3

D4

USE NAME

D5

D6

D7

D8

DSS /

1

TV

234

LD DVD VCR

VCR2

TUNER CD

TAPE

AUX

CD-R

/ MD

 

 

CH

VOL

LOW

LEARN

USE NAME

1234

1 2 3

4

5

6

OK

 

7 8 9

AMP GUIDE MUTE

M 0 C

zMODE (operating mode)

This button is used to change from normal operation to the learning mode, and is used when “learning” commands from other brands of A/V components. Each time this button is pressed (using a small pointed instrument, such as the tip of a paper clip) the mode changes as follows: LEARN USE NAME. As the mode changes, the LCD display will show which mode is currently selected.

xMACRO (for multiple step macro functions)

This button is used to memorize a series of functions. When this button is pressed, the RC-18SR changes to macro programming mode, and is ready to learn a sequence of remote control commands.

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Contents Model AV9000 User Guide Audio Video S-VIDEO OUT OUT OUT Monitor TV LD Player DVD Player Audio Video S-VIDEOOUT AUX InputDigital Input Output MD Player CD Player OutputDigital Multi IR ReceiverOther Multi Channel Processor Power AmplifierOther Connections SW RSRefer Servicing to Qualified Service Personnel No USER-SERVICEABLE Parts InsideDo not Remove Cover or Back Important Safety Instructions Read Before Operating EquipmentNEC Section ⁄8 ¤2 Table of Contents Introduction FeaturesDescription Front Panel Features see Power switch and Standby indicatorRemote Control Unit RC-18SR AMP⁄2TEN Keypad ⁄1VOLUME UP + and DownTuner Top View Operation of Remote Control UnitNo Good Side ViewSET-UP ON-SCREEN Menu SystemSystem Setup 1/2 Selecting the Digital Input System SetupOSD Main Menu Setup 1/2 Speaker Size Speaker Setup and LevelsSetup 2/2 Speaker Distance Surround Mode REC CopyMulti Room Select Basic OperationListening to the Tuner Station Name InputNormal Playback Station Name PresetPlayback Operation ← DownMulti Room Selector Setting the Sleep Timer only Remote Control UnitOther Functions TV Auto ON/OFF FunctionFunction and Operation Mode operating modeOperation Macro for multiple step macro functions⁄3MEMO Function⁄4CLEAR ⁄8GUIDE Liquid Crystal Display LCD Window⁄7MUTE ⁄9LIGHTINGProgramming the Direct mode buttons m USE ModeLearn mode RC-18SR Basic OperationHow to clear erase the memorized codes Any re-written names How to re-write the Status nameHow to re-write the Direct function button names Erasing the memory assigned to a particular buttonErasing the memory assigned to a Direct buttons Macro modeComplete erasure Programming a macro under a function selector key Using the macro functions you have programmed Clone modeTable of cloning relations Other Functions VERDirect Command Functions Listing ScanTape Mode TP-B PIP2/REC AUX VCD/PHI Surround Modes Output Set Input SignalLED Indicator ModeTroubleshooting Symptom Cause RemedyHOW to Reset the Unit Error MessagesMemory backup General MalfunctionAM Tuner Section Technical Specifications U VersionFM Tuner Section Audio SectionIs a registered trademark Austria

AV9000 specifications

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The AV9000 is equipped with a user-friendly interface that simplifies operation. Its on-screen display provides easy access to settings and inputs, making it a breeze for users to navigate through options. Furthermore, the unit has substantial connectivity options, including multiple analog and digital audio inputs, video inputs, and outputs that cater to extensive home theater setups.

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