product description

Power and processing:

9-channel amplifier

125 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.05% THD, with 2 channels driven

Marantz's Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules (HDAM) offer exquisite detail and dynamic range while reducing noise

Dolby®, DTS®, and Auro-3D® surround sound decoding

Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X processing for use with in-ceiling or "height" speakers for more enveloping home theater sound

Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization and DTS Virtual:X create three-dimensional effects without height speakers

IMAX® Enhanced reproduces the full dynamic range of specially encoded IMAX soundtracks from compatible sources

Audyssey speaker calibration and system optimization includes:

MultEQ XT32 auto setup and room calibration delivers balanced, dynamic sound with enhanced surround performance

Dynamic Volume anticipates loud sounds to keep volume levels even

Dynamic EQ improves dialogue, bass response, and surround channel levels at lower volumes

Sub EQ HT provides individual calibration for four subwoofers, for even bass response throughout the room

Low Frequency Containment reduces the amount of bass that bleeds into other rooms

Audyssey MultEQ Editor app for further audio customization (paid app; not included)

future compatibility with optional Dirac Live® advanced speaker calibration system (coming soon in 2023; requires purchase of software license)

requires installation of Dirac Live software on a Mac or PC prior to calibration

Digital and streaming music options:

built-in Wi-Fi for listening to music from a networked PC, free internet radio, and music services

HEOS Built-in technology wirelessly connects compatible HEOS components for whole home audio

includes support for Pandora®, TIDAL, SiriusXM, and Spotify® (subscription required for some services)

free HEOS app offers easy Wi-Fi control, settings adjustments, and music selection and playback

works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice controllers

Apple AirPlay 2 lets you stream directly from an iPhone® or iPad® and ask Siri to play Apple Music®

supports multi-room audio with compatible wireless speakers

built-in Bluetooth for wireless music listening with smartphones, tablets, and compatible computers

Bluetooth transmission for sending audio from the receiver to Bluetooth-enabled headphones

play audio through Bluetooth headphones only, or through Bluetooth headphones and connected speakers simultaneously

plays high-resolution digital music files via USB storage device or a networked computer (PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution; DSD up to 5.6 MHz)

works as a Roon player (requires subscription and Roon Core running on your network)

Roon Core is media server software that runs on your computer, NAS drive, or other compatible hardware

Multi-room audio/video:

three-room/three-source output

powered stereo outputs for second and third rooms allow playback in three rooms at once

All Zone Stereo mode ensures that all zones stay in sync when playing the same source

All Zone TV Audio lets you play surround sound in your main room and downmixed stereo in your 2nd room

HDMI dual-zone switching for watching video content from different sources in two zones simultaneously

Zone 2/3 compatible audio sources: HDMI audio, optical/coaxial digital inputs, analog audio inputs, AM/FM tuner, USB, Bluetooth, and HEOS music apps

cannot select different USB/Bluetooth/network sources for each zone

HDMI features:

HDMI 2.1 audio/video switching: 7 in, 3 out

all inputs and 2 outputs support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video

all inputs and outputs support 4K/60Hz video

HDCP 2.3 technology ensures compatibility with Ultra HD sources and TVs

HDR-compatible for extended picture contrast and brightness with compatible TVs and HDR-encoded content

supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision®, HLG, and Dynamic HDR

upscales 1080p video signals to Ultra HD (up to 8K)

analog video source conversion to HDMI output

gaming-optimized video processing technologies for a smooth, lag-free gaming experience

Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) reduce or eliminate lag and frame tearing

supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) and eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)

eARC receives uncompressed surround sound signals including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X via the HDMI connection with your compatible TV

Other connections:

2 composite video inputs

1 component video input

digital audio inputs: 2 Toslink optical, 2 coaxial

5 analog stereo audio line-level inputs

2 analog stereo audio outputs (variable) for Zones 2 and 3

MM (moving magnet) phono input for connecting a turntable

11.4-channel preamp outputs

four discrete line-level subwoofer outputs for more precise multi-subwoofer setups

front-panel USB port for audio playback from USB flash drives

Ethernet port for network connection

outputs for 11 speakers (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Height1 L/R, Height2 L/R)

receiver can power a maximum of 9 channels at once

RS-232C and IR (infrared) remote connections for use with optional third-party controllers

three 12-volt trigger outputs

full-sized headphone jack

removable power cord

Dimensions and other info:

free Marantz AVR Remote app lets you use your Apple® or Android™ device as a Wi-Fi remote

Marantz Setup Assistant guides you through the initial connection process and settings

AM/FM tuner

remote control

17-7/16"W x 7-7/16"H x 19-13/16"D (9-15/16"H with Wi-Fi antennas raised)

weight: 33 lbs., 3 oz.

warranty: 5 years

60 Day Returns

MFR # CINEMA 40

What's in the box:

9.4ch AV receiver

6' AC power cord

Remote control (RC048SR)

2 "AAA" batteries

Sound calibration microphone (ACM1HB)

2 WiFi/Bluetooth antennas

FM wire antenna

AM loop antenna

Cardboard microphone stand

Quick Start Guide

Warranty Information

Safety Instructions

Notes on radio

Sheet of self-adhesive cable labels

Spotify brochure

Heos brochure

Microphone Stand Assembly Instructions

"Bluetooth/WiFi Certified" note

Optional Dirac Live note