Marantz NR1609 EN

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Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and compatible with the ARC
(Audio Return Channel)

Use an HDMI cable to connect a TV that is compatible with the ARC function to this unit.
Set “HDMI Control” to “On” when using a TV that supports the ARC function. (v p. 165)

TV

HDMI
IN

(ARC)

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Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC
(Audio Return Channel)

Use an HDMI cable to connect the TV to this unit.
To listen to audio from TV on this unit, use an optical cable to connect the TV to this unit.

TV IN

OUT HDMI
OPTICAL IN

OUT

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Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector

Use a component video or a video cable to connect the TV to this unit.
To listen to audio from TV on this unit, use an optical cable to connect the TV to this unit.

OUT TV IN

OPTICAL VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT IN IN

Y PB PR

or

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Connecting a playback device

This unit is equipped with three types of video input connectors (HDMI, component video and composite video) and three types of audio input connectors
(HDMI, digital audio and audio).
Select input connectors on this unit according to the connectors equipped on the device you want to connect.
If the device connected to this unit is equipped with an HDMI connector, it is recommended to use HDMI connections.
In the HDMI connection, audio and video signals can be transmitted through a single HDMI cable.

0 “Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 55)
0 “Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 56)
0 “Connecting a video camcorder or game console” (v p. 57)
0 “Connecting a turntable” (v p. 58)

0 Connect devices to this unit as indicated by the input sources printed on the audio/video input connectors of this unit.

0 The source that is assigned to the HDMI IN, DIGITAL AUDIO IN, COMPONENT VIDEO IN, VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN connectors can be changed. See “Input Assign” on how
to change the input source assigned to the input connectors. (v p. 174)

0 To play back audio signals that are input to this unit on a TV connected via HDMI, set in the menu “HDMI Audio Out” to “TV”. (v p. 163)
0 To enjoy content that is copyright protected by HDCP 2.2, use a playback device and TV compatible with HDCP 2.2 only.

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Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)

This explanation uses the connection with a satellite tuner/cable TV STB as an example.
Select the input connectors on this unit to match the connectors on the device that you want to connect to.

(HDMI incompatible device)

Satellite tuner / Satellite tuner /
Cable TV
Cable TV
HDMI
AUDIO VIDEO OUT

AUDIO VIDEO
OUT OUT

RL

RL

RL

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Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player

This explanation uses the connection with a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player as an example.
Select the input connectors on this unit to match the connectors on the device that you want to connect to.

(HDMI incompatible device)

DVD player DVD player Blu-ray Disc
player
AUDIO VIDEO HDMI
OUT HDMI
AUDIO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
OUT OUT

RL Y PB PR

RL

RL

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Connecting a video camcorder or game console

This explanation uses the connection with a video camcorders as an example.
Connect a playback device to this unit, such as a video camcorder or game console.

Video camcorder

HDMI
OUT

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Connecting a turntable

This unit is compatible with turntables equipped with a moving magnet (MM) phono cartridge. When you connect to a turntable with a low output moving
coil (MC) cartridge, use a commercially available MC head amp or a step-up transformer.
If you set this unit’s input source to “Phono” and you accidentally increase the volume without having a turntable connected, you may hear a hum noise
from the speakers.

Turntable
(MM cartridge)

GND AUDIO
OUT

LR

NOTE

0 The earth terminal (SIGNAL GND) of this unit is not for safety grounding
purposes. If this terminal is connected when there is a lot of noise, the
noise can be reduced. Note that depending on the turntable,
connecting the ground line may have the reverse effect of increasing
noise. In this case, it is not necessary to connect the ground line.

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Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port

For operating instructions see “Playing a USB memory device” (v p. 70).

USB memory
device

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0 Marantz does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate or receive power. When using a portable USB hard disk drive (HDD) which came with an AC adapter,
use that device’s supplied AC adapter.

NOTE
0 USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub.
0 It is not possible to use this unit by connecting the unit’s USB port to a PC via a USB cable.
0 Do not use an extension cable when connecting a USB memory device. This may cause radio interference with other devices.

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Connecting an FM/AM antenna AM loop antenna FM indoor antenna
(supplied) (supplied)
Connect the antenna, tune in to a broadcast and then move the antenna to
the location where there is least noise. Then use tape, etc. to fix the
antenna in this location. (“Listening to FM/AM broadcasts” (v p. 78))

0 If you are unable to receive a good broadcast signal, we recommend installing an qw e
outdoor antenna. For details, inquire at the retail store where you purchased the
unit.

NOTE
0 Make sure the AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of the

panel.

Black
White

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o Using the AM loop antenna o AM loop antenna assembly

Suspending on a wall 1 Put the stand section through the bottom of the loop
Suspend directly on a wall without assembling. antenna from the rear and bend it forward.

2 Insert the projecting part into the square hole in the
stand.

Nail, tack, etc. Stand
Square hole
Standing alone
Use the procedure shown above to assemble.
When assembling, refer to “AM loop antenna assembly”.
.. . Loop antenna

Projecting part

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Connecting to a home network (LAN)

This unit can connect to a network using a wired LAN or wireless LAN. Wired LAN
You can connect this unit to your home network (LAN) to enable various
types of playback and operations as described below. To make connections via wired LAN, use a LAN cable to connect the
0 Playback of network audio such as Internet Radio and from your media router to this unit as shown in the figure below.

server(s) NAS
0 Playback of streaming music services (Network Attached
0 Using the Apple AirPlay function PC Storage)
0 Operation on this unit via the network
0 Operation with the HEOS wireless multi-room sound system Modem
0 Firmware Update
Internet
For connections to the Internet, contact an ISP (Internet Service
Provider) or a computer shop. To WAN side

To LAN port LAN port / LAN port /
To LAN port Ethernet Ethernet
connector connector

Router

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Wireless LAN

When connecting to the network via wireless LAN, connect the external 0 When using this unit, we recommend you use a router equipped with the following
antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity connection to the rear panel functions:
and stand them upright.
0 Built-in DHCP server
See “Wi-Fi Setup” on how to connect to a wireless LAN router. This function automatically assigns IP addresses on the LAN.
(v p. 200)
0 Built-in 100BASE-TX switch
Internet When connecting multiple devices, we recommend a switching hub with a
speed of 100 Mbps or greater.
Modem
0 Only use a shielded STP or ScTP LAN cable (readily available at electronics
To WAN side stores). (CAT-5 or greater recommended)

Router with access point 0 The normal shielded-type LAN cable is recommended.
If a flat-type cable or unshielded-type cable is used, other devices could be
affected by noise.

0 When using this unit connected to a network with no DHCP function, configure the
IP address, etc. in “Network”. (v p. 199)

NOTE

0 The types of routers that can be used depend on the ISP. Contact your ISP or a
computer shop for details.

0 This unit is not compatible with PPPoE. A PPPoE compatible router is required if
your contracted line is not set using PPPoE.

0 Do not connect a NETWORK connector directly to the LAN port / Ethernet
connector on your computer.

0 Various online services may be discontinued without prior notice.

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Connecting an external control device

REMOTE CONTROL jacks o Remotely connecting Marantz devices

o Performing operations by RC on this unit When you are using a Marantz device other than this unit that supports
without visual contact remote connection, you can transmit remote control signals just by
connecting the device to the REMOTE CONTROL IN/OUT connector
You can connect an external IR receiver to the REMOTE CONTROL with a monaural cable.
connectors to perform operations on this unit with the supplied remote
control unit without visual contact. This might be necessary if the unit is Set the remote control switch located on the rear panel of the
hidden in a cupboard or corner, so you can’t directly point with the connected audio component to “EXTERNAL” or “EXT.” to use this
remote control unit to the device. feature.
To do this, disable the remote control signal receiving function
(“Remote lock function” (v p. 138)).

IR receiver

RC OUT

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NOTE

0 When the remote control signal receiving function is disabled, you can not perform
operations with the remote control unit.

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DC OUT jack

When a device with DC IN jack is connected, the connected device’s power on/standby can be controlled through linked operation to this unit.
The DC OUT jack outputs a maximum 12 V DC/150 mA electrical signal.

12 V DC/150 mA trigger-compatible device

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NOTE

0 Use a monaural mini-plug cable for connecting the DC OUT jack. Do not use a stereo mini-plug cable.
0 If the permissible trigger input level for the connected device is larger than 12 V DC/150 mA, or has shorted, the DC OUT jack cannot be used. In this case, turn off the power

to the unit, and disconnect it.

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Connecting the power cord

After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet.

Power cord (supplied)

To household power outlet
(AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz)

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o Contents Playback network audio/service

Basic operation Listening to Internet Radio 89
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 91
Turning the power on 68 Getting the HEOS App 95
Selecting the input source 68 AirPlay function 104
Adjusting the volume 69 Spotify Connect function 107
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 69
Selecting a sound mode 108
116 Convenience functions 128
Playback a device 129
Convenience functions 131
Playing a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player HDMI Control function 133
Playing a USB memory device 69 Smart Menu function 136
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 70 Sleep timer function 138
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 74 Smart select function
78 Panel lock function 139
Remote lock function 141

Other functions

Web control function
Playback in ZONE2 (Another room)

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Basic operation

Input source POWER X Turning the power on
select VOLUME df
1 Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit.
buttons
0 You can press the input source select button when the unit is in standby mode to
MUTE: turn on the power.

0 You can also switch the power to standby by pressing X on the main unit.

Selecting the input source

1 Press the input source select button to be played back.
The desired input source can be selected directly.

0 You can also select the input source by turning INPUT SELECTOR on the main
unit.

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Adjusting the volume Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc
player
1 Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume.
The following describes the procedure for playing DVD player/Blu-ray Disc
0 The variable range differs according to the input signal and channel level setting. player.
0 You can also adjust the master volume by turning VOLUME on the main unit.
1 Prepare for playback.
Turning off the sound temporarily A Turn on the power of the TV, subwoofer and player.
(Muting) B Change the TV input to the input of this unit.

1 Press MUTE :. 2 Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit.
0 MUTE indicator on the display flashes. 3 Press DVD or Blu-ray to switch an input source for a
0 : appears on the TV screen.
player used for playback.
0 The sound is reduced to the level set at “Mute Level” in the menu. (v p. 156)
0 To cancel mute, either adjust the sound volume or press MUTE : again. 4 Play the DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player.

o Surround playback (v p. 116)

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Playing a USB memory device

USB OPTION 0 Playing back music files stored on a USB memory device.
0 Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage class standards
CH/PAGE df 1/3
89 can be played on this unit.
uio p 0 This unit is compatible with USB memory devices in “FAT16” or
ENTER
“FAT32” format.
BACK 0 The audio format types and specifications supported by this unit for

playback are as follows.
See “Playing back a USB memory devices” (v p. 250) for details.

0 WMA
0 MP3
0 WAV
0 MPEG-4 AAC
0 FLAC
0 Apple Lossless
0 DSD

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Playing files stored on USB memory 4 Browse the music on your USB memory device and
devices select something to play.

1 Insert a FAT32 formatted USB memory device into the 0 When you select something to play you will be asked how you want to
USB port. queue up your music.

2 Press USB to switch the input source to “USB”. Play Now: Inserts the item into the queue after the
3 Select the name of this unit. currently playing track and plays the
Play Now & Replace selected item immediately.
Queue:
Clears the queue and plays the
Play Next: selected item immediately.

Add to End of Queue: Inserts the item into the queue after the
current song and plays it when the
current song ends.

Adds the item to the end of the queue.

USB Music - Nature

Naure 01

Play Now Nature 01
Various Artists

Play Now & Replace Queue

Nature 02
Play Next Various Artists

Nature 03
Add to End of QuVeuaerious Artists

Cancel Nature 04
Various Artists

Nature 05
Various Artists

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5 Use ui to select the “Play Now” or “Play Now & Operation buttons Function
Replace Queue”, then press ENTER. 1/3 Playback / Pause
Playback starts. 89
CH/PAGE d f Skip to previous track / Skip to next track

NOW PLAYING Switch to the previous page/next page in
the list display

Nature

Nature 01 - Various Artists 0 When an MP3 music file includes album art data, the album art can be displayed while
playing the file.
2:45 -2:21
NOTE
. 0 Note that Marantz will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising

with the data on a USB memory device when using this unit in conjunction with the
USB memory device.

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o Operations accessible through the option
menu

0 “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 111)

0 “Adjusting the tone (Tone)” (v p. 112)
0 “Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video

Select)” (v p. 113)
0 “Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)” (v p. 115)

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Listening to music on a Bluetooth device

POWER X Music files stored on Bluetooth devices such as smartphones, digital
music players, etc. can be enjoyed on this unit by pairing and connecting
this unit with the Bluetooth device.

Communication is possible up to a range of about 30 m.

Bluetooth NOTE

0 To play back music from a Bluetooth device, the Bluetooth device needs to
support the A2DP profile.

BACK OPTION

1/3
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Playing music from Bluetooth device 4 Select this unit when its name appears in the list of
devices displayed on the screen of the Bluetooth
In order to enjoy music from a Bluetooth device on this unit, the Bluetooth device.
device must first be paired with this unit.
Once the Bluetooth device has been paired, it does not need to be paired Connect to the Bluetooth device while “Pairing” is being displayed
again. on the display of the unit.
Perform the connection with the Bluetooth device close to the unit
1 Prepare for playback. (about 1 m).
A Connect the supplied external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity to the Bluetooth/wireless LAN antenna connectors 5 Play music using any app on your Bluetooth device.
on the rear panel. (v p. 21) 0 The Bluetooth device can also be operated with the remote
B Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. control of this unit.
0 The next time the Bluetooth button is pressed on the remote
2 Press Bluetooth. control unit, this unit automatically connects to the last Bluetooth
When using for the first time, the unit will go into the pairing mode device that was connected.
automatically and “Pairing...” will appear on the display of the unit.
Operation buttons Function
3 Activate the Bluetooth settings on your mobile device. 1/3 Playback / Pause
89 Skip to previous track / Skip to next track

0 Press STATUS on this unit during playback to switch the display between Title
name, Artist name, Album name, etc.

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Pairing with other Bluetooth devices NOTE

Pair a Bluetooth device with this unit. 0 To operate the Bluetooth device with the remote control of this unit, the Bluetooth
device needs to support the AVRCP profile.
1 Activate the Bluetooth settings on your mobile device.
2 Press and hold Bluetooth on the remote control unit for 0 The remote control of this unit is not guaranteed to work with all Bluetooth devices.
0 Depending on the type of Bluetooth device, this unit outputs audio that is coupled
at least 3 seconds.
This unit will go into the pairing mode. to the volume setting on the Bluetooth device.

3 Select this unit when its name appears in the list of o Operations accessible through the option
devices displayed on the screen of the Bluetooth menu
device.
0 “Pairing with other Bluetooth devices” (v p. 76)
0 This unit can be paired with a maximum of 8 Bluetooth devices. When a 9th 0 “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
Bluetooth device is paired, it will be registered in place of the oldest registered
device. (Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 111)
0 “Adjusting the tone (Tone)” (v p. 112)
0 You can also enter pairing mode by pressing the OPTION button when the 0 “Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Bluetooth playback screen is displayed and selecting “Pairing Mode” from the
displayed option menu. Select)” (v p. 113)
0 “Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)” (v p. 115)

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Reconnecting to this unit from a
Bluetooth device

After pairing is completed, the Bluetooth device can be connected without
performing any operations on this unit.
This operation also needs to be performed when switching the Bluetooth
device for playback.

1 If a Bluetooth device is currently connected, deactivate
the Bluetooth setting of that device to disconnect it.

2 Activate the Bluetooth setting of the Bluetooth device
to be connected.

3 Select this unit from the Bluetooth device list on your
Bluetooth device.

4 Play music using any app on your Bluetooth device.

0 The screen automatically switches to the “Bluetooth” playback screen if a
Bluetooth device is connected while the power of this unit is on.

0 When the “Network Control” setting of this unit is set to “Always On” and a
Bluetooth device is connected with the unit in the standby state, the power of the
unit will be turned on automatically. (v p. 204)

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Listening to FM/AM broadcasts

You can use the built-in tuner of this unit to listen to FM broadcasts and
AM broadcasts.
Make sure the FM antenna and AM loop antenna are connected to this
unit first.

TUNER

CH/PAGE df OPTION
TUNE +, –
uio p
ENTER

BACK

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Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 5 Use o p to select “FM” or “AM”, then press ENTER.

1 Connect the antenna. (“Connecting an FM/AM FM: When listening to an FM broadcast.
antenna” (v p. 60)) AM: When listening to an AM broadcast.

2 Press TUNER to switch the input source to “Tuner”. 6 Press TUNE + or TUNE – to select the station you want
listen to.
G TV screen H Scanning is performed until it finds an available radio station. When
it finds a radio station, it stops the scan automatically and tunes in.
Tuner
CH 1 STEREO AUTO 0 The modes for receiving FM broadcasts consists of “Auto” mode that automatically
searches available broadcast stations and “Manual” mode that lets you tune in
Now Playing using buttons to change the frequency. The default setting is “Auto”. You can also
use “Direct Tune” to tune in by entering the frequency directly.
FM 87.50MHz
In “Auto” mode, you cannot tune in to radio stations if the reception is not good.
Tune Preset OPTION Option If this is the case, then use the “Manual” mode or “Direct Tune” mode to tune in.

.. GDisplay of this unitH Operation buttons Function
01 FM 87.50MHz Selects the radio station (up/down)
TUNE +, – Selects preset radio stations
3 Press OPTION. CH/PAGE d f Selects the radio station (up/down)
The option menu screen is displayed. ui Selects preset radio stations
op
4 Use ui to select “FM/AM”, then press ENTER.
This displays the reception band input screen.

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o Operations accessible through the option

menu

0 “Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune)” (v p. 81)
0 “RDS Search” (v p. 81)
0 “PTY Search” (v p. 82)
0 “TP Search” (v p. 83)
0 “Radio text” (v p. 83)
0 “Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode)” (v p. 84)

0 “Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto Preset
Memory)” (v p. 84)

0 “Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset
Memory)” (v p. 85)

0 “Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset
Name)” (v p. 86)

0 “Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip)” (v p. 87)

0 “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 111)

0 “Adjusting the tone (Tone)” (v p. 112)

0 “Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select)” (v p. 113)

0 “Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)” (v p. 115)

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Tuning in by entering the frequency RDS Search
(Direct Tune)
RDS is a broadcasting service which allows a station to send additional
You can enter the receiving frequency directly to tune in. information along with the regular radio program signal.
Use this function to automatically tune to FM stations that provide the RDS
1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”. service.
The option menu screen is displayed. Note that the RDS function only works when receiving RDS compatible
stations.
2 Use ui to select “Direct Tune”, then press ENTER.
The screen that lets you enter the frequency is displayed. 1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”.
The option menu screen is displayed.
3 Use ui to select a number, then press p.
0 If o is pressed, the immediately preceding input is cancelled. 2 Use ui to select “RDS Search”, then press ENTER.
3 Press ENTER.
4 Repeat step 3 and enter the frequency of the radio
station you want to hear. The search for RDS stations begins automatically.

5 When setting is completed, press ENTER. 0 If you use o p within 5 seconds after the broadcast station name is shown on the
The preset frequency is tuned in. display, you can search for a different station.

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PTY Search 1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”.
The option menu screen is displayed.
Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting a designated program
type (PTY). 2 Use ui to select “PTY Search”, then press ENTER.
PTY identifies the type of RDS program. 3 Use ui to call out the desired program type.
The program types and their displays are as follows: 4 Press ENTER.

NEWS News WEATHER Weather PTY search begins automatically.
AFFAIRS Current Affairs FINANCE Finance
INFO Information CHILDREN Children’s program 0 If you use o p within 5 seconds after the broadcast station name is shown on the
SPORT Sports SOCIAL Social Affairs display, you can search for a different station.
EDUCATE Education RELIGION Religion
DRAMA Drama PHONE IN Phone In
CULTURE Culture TRAVEL Travel
SCIENCE Science LEISURE Leisure
VARIED Varied JAZZ Jazz Music
POP M Pop Music COUNTRY Country Music
ROCK M Rock Music NATION M National Music
EASY M Easy Listening Music OLDIES Oldies Music
LIGHT M Light Classical FOLK M Folk Music
CLASSICS Serious Classical DOCUMENT Documentary
OTHER M Other Music

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TP Search Radio text

TP identifies programs that carry traffic announcements. RT allows RDS stations to send text messages that appear on the display.
This allows you to easily find out the latest traffic conditions in your area “Radio text” appears on the display when radio text data is received.
before leaving home.
Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting traffic programs (TP 1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”.
stations). The option menu screen is displayed.

1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”. 2 Use ui to select “Radio text”, then press ENTER.
The option menu screen is displayed. 3 Use o p to select “On”, then press ENTER.

2 Use ui to select “TP Search”, then press ENTER. 0 While receiving an RDS broadcast station, the text data
3 Press ENTER. broadcast from the station is displayed.

TP search begins automatically. 0 If no text data is being broadcast, “NO TEXT DATA” is displayed.

0 If you use o p within 5 seconds after the broadcast station name is shown on the
display, you can search for a different station.

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Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) Tuning in to stations and presetting
them automatically (Auto Preset
You can change the mode for tuning into FM and AM broadcasts. If you Memory)
cannot tune in automatically with “Auto” mode, change the mode to
“Manual” and tune in manually. A maximum of 56 radio stations can be automatically preset.

1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”. 1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”.
The option menu screen is displayed. The option menu screen is displayed.

2 Use ui to select “Tune Mode”, then press ENTER. 2 Use ui to select “Auto Preset Memory”, then press
3 Use o p to select the tune mode, then press ENTER. ENTER.

Auto: Automatically search for and tune to a 3 Press ENTER.
Manual: receivable radio station. The unit starts to tune in to radio stations automatically and preset
them.
Manually change the frequency one 0 When presetting is completed, “Completed” is displayed for about
step at a time each time the button is 5 seconds and the option menu screen turns off.
pressed.

0 The preset memory is overwritten.

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Presetting the current broadcast Channel Default settings
station (Preset Memory) 1–8
9 – 16 87.50 / 89.10 / 98.10 / 108.00 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 /
Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune them 90.10 MHz
in easily. 17 – 24
Up to 56 stations can be preset. 25 – 32 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10
33 – 40 MHz
1 Tune in the broadcast station you want to preset. 41 – 48
(“Listening to FM/AM broadcasts” (v p. 79)) 49 – 56 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10
MHz
2 Press OPTION.
The option menu screen is displayed. 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10
MHz
3 Use ui to select “Preset Memory”, then press ENTER.
The list of already preset channels is displayed. 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10
MHz
4 Use ui to select the channel you want to preset, then
press ENTER. 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10
The current broadcast station that is preset. MHz
0 To preset other stations, repeat steps 1 to 4.
90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 90.10
MHz

Listening to preset stations

1 Use CH/PAGE df to select the desired preset channel.

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Specify a name for the preset 5 Use ui to select a name label, then press ENTER.
broadcast station (Preset Name) The screen that lets you edit the Preset Name is displayed.
0 If you select “Set Defaults”, then the unit returns to displaying the
You can set the name to the preset broadcast station or change it. frequency.
Up to 8 characters can be input.
6 Enter the characters, then press “OK”.
1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”. 7 Press OPTION to return to the previous screen.
The option menu screen is displayed.

2 Use ui to select “Preset Name”, then press ENTER.
The “Preset Name” screen is displayed.

3 Use o p to select the group of the broadcast station
you want to name.

4 Use ui to select the broadcast station you want to
name, then press ENTER.

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Skipping preset broadcast stations n To set the stations you want to skip by stations
(Preset Skip)
A Use o p to select the group of broadcast stations you want
Perform auto preset memory to save all the broadcasting stations that can to skip.
be received in the memory. Selecting a broadcast station becomes easier
by skipping unnecessary memories. B Use ui to select the broadcast station you want to skip.
C Use o p to select “Skip”.
1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”.
The option menu screen is displayed. The station you selected is not displayed.

2 Use ui to select “Preset Skip”, then press ENTER. 4 Press OPTION to return to the previous screen.
The “Preset Skip” screen is displayed.

3 n To set the stations you want to skip by groups
A Use o p to select the group of broadcast stations you want to
skip.
B Press u to select “Set No.z – z to Skip”, then press ENTER.
Skip all the broadcast stations that are included in the
selected group “z-z”.
(z is the selected group number.)

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Cancelling Preset Skip

1 While the “Preset Skip” screen is displayed, use o p to
select a group containing a broadcast station to cancel
the skip for.

2 Use ui to select a broadcast station to cancel the skip
for.

3 Use o p to select “On”.
The skip is cancelled.

NOTE
0 “Preset Skip” cannot be cancelled for groups.

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Listening to Internet Radio

(HEOS Music) INTERNET 0 Internet Radio refers to radio broadcasts distributed over the Internet.
CH/PAGE df RADIO Internet Radio stations from around the world can be received.

uio p OPTION 0 The Internet Radio station list on this unit the database service provided
ENTER by TuneIn Radio service.
1/3
BACK 89 0 The audio format types and specifications supported by this unit for
playback are as follows.
See “Playing back Internet Radio” (v p. 253) for details.

0 WMA
0 MP3
0 MPEG-4 AAC

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Listening to Internet Radio

1 Press INTERNET RADIO. 0 The display switches between track title and radio station name etc. each time the
0 You can also press R (HEOS Music). Use ui to select “TuneIn main unit’s STATUS is pressed.
Internet Radio”, then press ENTER.
NOTE
2 Select the station you want to play. 0 The radio station database service may be suspended or be otherwise unavailable

Operation buttons Function without notice.

1/3z Playback / Pause o Operations accessible through the option
menu
89z Skip to previous track / Skip to next track
0 “Adding to HEOS Favorites” (v p. 109)
CH/PAGE d f Switch to the previous page/next page in 0 “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
the list display
(Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 111)
z Enabled when playing Podcasts. 0 “Adjusting the tone (Tone)” (v p. 112)
0 “Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video

Select)” (v p. 113)
0 “Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)” (v p. 115)

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Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS

(HEOS Music) 0 This unit can play back music files and playlists (m3u, wpl) from DLNA
CH/PAGE df compatible servers including PCs and NAS devices on your network.

0 Supported file formats:
For details, see “Playing back a file saved on a PC or
NAS” (v p. 252).

0 WMA
0 MP3
0 WAV
0 MPEG-4 AAC
0 FLAC
0 Apple Lossless
0 DSD

uio p OPTION
ENTER
1/3
BACK 89

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Playing back files stored on a PC or 4 Browse the music on your PC/NAS and select
NAS something to play.

Use this procedure to play music files or playlists stored on DLNA files 0 When you select something to play you will be asked how you want to
servers on your local network. queue up your music.

1 Press R (HEOS Music). Play Now: Inserts the item into the queue after the
2 Use ui to select “Music Servers”, then press ENTER. currently playing track and plays the
Play Now & Replace selected item immediately.
MUSIC Queue:
Clears the queue and plays the
TuneIn Internet Radio Play Next: selected item immediately.
HEOS Favorites
Music Servers Add to End of Queue: Inserts the item into the queue after the
USB Music current song and plays it when the
current song ends.

Adds the item to the end of the queue.

Music Servers - Live

.. Live 01
3 Select the name of your networked PC or NAS
(Network Attached Storage) server. Play Now Live 01
Various Artists

Play Now & Replace Queue

Live 02
Play Next Various Artists

Live 03
Add to End of QuVeuaerious Artists

Cancel Live 04
Various Artists

Live 05
Various Artists

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5 Use ui to select the “Play Now” or “Play Now & 0 The display switches between track title, artist name, and album title each time the
Replace Queue”, then press ENTER. main unit’s STATUS is pressed.
Playback starts.
0 When a WMA (Windows Media Audio), MP3 or MPEG-4 AAC file includes album
NOW PLAYING art data, the album art can be displayed while the music files are playing.

Live 0 If you use Ver.11 or later of Windows Media Player, the album art for WMA files
can be displayed.
Live 01 - Various Artists
NOTE
2:45 -2:21
0 When playing back music files with your PC or NAS connected through wireless
LAN, audio may be interrupted depending on your wireless LAN environment. In
this case, connect using a wired LAN.

0 The order in which the tracks/files are displayed depends on the server
specifications. If the tracks/files are not displayed in alphabetical order due to the
server specifications, searching by the first letter may not work properly.

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Operation buttons Function
1/3 Playback / Pause
89
Skip to previous track / Skip to next track
CH/PAGE d f
Switch to the previous page/next page in
the list display

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o Operations accessible through the option
menu

0 “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 111)

0 “Adjusting the tone (Tone)” (v p. 112)
0 “Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video

Select)” (v p. 113)
0 “Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)” (v p. 115)

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Getting the HEOS App

You can use many online music streaming services from the HEOS App. Depending upon your geographical location, there are several options to choose
from.
Download the HEOS App for iOS or Android by searching App Store, Google Play store or Amazon Appstore for “HEOS”.

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HEOS Account o Changing your HEOS Account

HEOS Accounts can be registered in “HEOS Account” (v p. 206) in the 1 Tap the “Music” tab.
menu of this unit or by tapping “Music” tab - “Settings” icon a in the 2 Select the Settings icon a in the upper left corner of
HEOS App.
the screen.
o What is a HEOS Account?
3 Select “HEOS Account”.
A HEOS Account is master account or “keychain” for managing all of 4 Change your location, change your password, delete
your HEOS music services with one single username and password.
your account or sign out of your account.
o Why do I need a HEOS Account?

With the HEOS Account you just have to enter your music services
login names and passwords one time. This allows you to easily and
quickly use multiple controller apps on different devices.
You just log into your HEOS Account on any device and you will have
access to all of your associated music services, play history and
custom playlists, even if you are at a friend’s house listening to music
on their HEOS system.

o Signing up for a HEOS Account

You will be instructed to signup for a HEOS Account the first time you
try to access any music service from the main “Music” menu of the
HEOS App.

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Playing from streaming music services Rooms

A music service is an online music company that provides access to vast Drag one room into another to group them
music collections via free and/or paid subscriptions. Depending upon your
geographical location, there are several options to choose from. Dining L + Dining R
Song Name 1
o Selecting a room/device
Kitchen
1 Tap the “Rooms” tab, and select “NR1609” if there are Song Name 2
multiple HEOS devices.
NR1609
Song Name 3

0 Tap the Pencil icon e at the top right to switch edit mode. You can change the
displayed name.

Rooms Music Now Playing

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o Selecting the music track or station from Music
music sources

1 Tap the “Music” tab and select a music source.

0 All music services displayed may not be available in your location.

This Phone

Music Servers USB Music

Playlists History

Rooms Music Now Playing

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2 Browse the music to play. Album Now Playing
After selecting a music track or radio station the app will
automatically change to the “Now Playing” screen. Artist
Album
10 Tracks,60 Mins.,2014

0 When you select a music track to play you will be asked how you want to Track 01
queue up your music. Rooms

Inserts the item into the queue after the Play Now 0:50 -2:51
currently playing track and plays the Play Now & Replace Queue
Play Now: selected item immediately. Track 01
Play Next Artist
Play Now & Replace Clears the queue and plays the Album
Queue: selected item immediately. Add to End of Queue

Play Next: Inserts the item into the queue after the Rooms Cancel Now Playing Rooms Music Now Playing
current song and plays it when the
Add to End of Queue: current song ends. Music

Adds the item to the end of the queue. .

0 When you select a radio station the following items are displayed.

Play Now: Plays the selected item immediately.

Add to HEOS Favorites: Adds to HEOS Favorites.

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Listening to the same music in multiple 1 Rooms 2 Rooms
rooms
Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them
The HEOS system is a true multi-room audio system that automatically Dining
synchronizes audio playback between multiple HEOS devices so that the Dining Song Name 1
audio coming from different rooms is perfectly in sync and always sounds Song Name 1
amazing! You can easily add up to 32 HEOS devices to your HEOS Living+Kitchen
system. You can join or group up to 16 individual HEOS devices into a Living Song Name 2
group of HEOS devices that function as if they were a single HEOS Kitchen
device. Song Name 2 Living

o Grouping rooms Kitchen 3
Drag a room out of this group to ungroup it
1 Press and hold your finger on room that is not playing Bedroom
music. Song Name 3 Bedroom
Song Name 3
2 Drag it into the room that is playing music (indicated by
the red outline) and lift your finger. Rooms Music Now Playing Rooms Music Now Playing

3 The two rooms will be grouped together into a single .
device group and both rooms will be playing the same
music in perfect sync.

0 When you select external inputs of this AV receiver for group playback, please
make sure the selected audio devices are connected to the AV receiver via analog
audio inputs. HDMI, optical and coax connections are not supported for HEOS
group playback.

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