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Marantz SR-5011
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Device typeAV ReceiverAV Receiver
CPU
Auto sound calibration
 /Audyssey MultEQ XT/
Auto level
 /Audyssey Dynamic Volume/
Surround sound in headphones
Ultra HD4K4K
UpscalingUltra HD (4K)Ultra HD (4K)
HDR++
3D
Multi Zone
Tech specs
Number of channels7.27.2
Power per channel
100 W /8 Ohm/
105 W /8 Ohm/
Signal to noise ratio100 dB100 dB
Acceptable acoustic impedance4 Ohm4 Ohm
Frequency range
10 – 100000 Hz /+ 1, - 3 дБ/
10 – 100000 Hz /+ 1, - 3 дБ/
Media player and tuner
Tuner and playback
AM/FM radio
USB drive
network streaming audio
internet radio
AM/FM radio
USB drive
network streaming audio
internet radio
Playable formatsWMA, MP3, WAV, FLAC, MPEG-4 AAC, ALAC, DSD, AIFF
Communications (interface)
Interfaces
AirPlay
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
LAN
RS-232
DLNA
Remote control negotiation
AirPlay
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
LAN
RS-232
DLNA
Remote control negotiation /via HDMI port/
Decoder support
Decoders
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby TrueHD
DTS
DTS Express
DTS 96/24
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS ES Matrix 6.1
DTS ES Discrete 6.1
DTS Neural:X
DTS X
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby TrueHD
DTS
DTS Express
DTS 96/24
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS ES Matrix 6.1
DTS ES Discrete 6.1
DTS Neural:X
DTS X
Inputs
RCA5 pairs5 pairs
Coaxial S/P-DIF2 шт2 шт
Optical2 шт2 шт
HDMI8 шт8 шт
HDMI versionv 2.0
Composite3 шт3 шт
Component2 шт2 шт
Multichannel
 /7.1/
Control input (IR)
Outputs
RCA1 pairs1 pairs
HDMI2 шт2 шт
Composite1 шт
Component1 шт
On headphones6.35 mm (Jack)6.35 mm (Jack)
Preamplifier (Pre-Amp)
 /7.2/
 /7.2/
Control output (IR)
Trigger output1 шт1 шт
Front panel
Headphone output
USB port
HDMI input
General
Power consumption650 W600 W
Standby consumption0.2 W0.1 W
Learning remote control
Smartphone control
Dimensions (WxDxH)
439x345x160 mm /440x346x230 with antenna/
434x389x168 mm /434x388x235 with antenna/
Weight10 kg10.8 kg
Color
Added to E-Catalogseptember 2016september 2016

Power per channel

the maximum sound power that can be delivered by the power amplifier (if the receiver has one, see "Type") per speaker channel. It is worth noting here that in this case it is customary to indicate the so-called RMS (Rated Maximum Sinusoidal), or rated power. Rated is considered the highest power that the amplifier is guaranteed to be able to produce without interruption for an hour without any failures or breakdowns. Short-term jumps in the signal level can significantly exceed this value, but the main indicator is still the rated power.

The power of the amplifier largely determines the sound volume of the speaker system connected to the device. In fact, the loudness also depends on the characteristics of the speakers — sensitivity, impedance, etc.; however, other things being equal, the same acoustics on a more powerful amplifier will sound louder. In addition, this parameter also affects the compatibility of the speakers and the amplifier — it is believed that the difference in the nominal powers of these components should not exceed 10-15% (and ideally, the powers should generally match). And since different rooms require speakers of different power, this also affects the choice of amplifier for a particular environment; specific recommendations on the ratio of room characteristics and acoustic power can be found in special sources.

Also note that if the amplifier can operate with a load of different resistance (see..."Permissible acoustic impedance"), then for different options the power per channel will be different — the lower the resistance, the higher the power. In the characteristics, in this case, the maximum value of this parameter is usually indicated — that is, the power at the minimum allowable resistance.

Playable formats

Audio and video file formats that the receiver is capable of playing on its own. Models with player features generally support most popular media file types (particularly AVI, MPEG and MKV for video, MP3, WAV and WMA for audio), but the file set may have its own peculiarities. This item allows you to find out.

HDMI version

HDMI interface version supported by the receiver. Usually, all HDMI connectors available in the device correspond to this version — both inputs (see above) and outputs (see below). Here are the current options:

— v 1.4. The oldest of the current versions, released in 2009. However, it supports 3D video capable of working with resolutions up to 4096x2160 at 24 fps, and in Full HD resolution, the frame rate can reach 120 fps. In addition to the original v.1.4, there are also improved modifications — v.1.4a and v.1.4b; they are similar in terms of basic features, in both cases the improvements affected mainly work with 3D content.

-v 2.0. Significant update to HDMI introduced in 2013. In this version, the maximum frame rate in 4K has increased to 60 fps, and the audio bandwidth has increased to 32 channels and 4 separate streams simultaneously. Also from the innovations, we can mention support for the ultra-wide format 21:9. In the v.2.0a update, HDR support was added to the interface capabilities, in v.2.0b this feature was improved and expanded.

— v 2.1. Despite the similarity in name to v.2.0, this version, released in 2017, was a very large-scale update. In particular, it added support for 8K and even 10K at speeds up to 120 fps, as well as further expanded the possibilities for working with HDR. Under this version, its own cable was released — HDMI Ultra High Speed, all v.2.1 features are available only when using cables of this standard,...although basic functions can be used with simpler cords.

Multichannel

The presence of a multi-channel input in the design of the AV receiver.

This interface uses the same connectors and the same audio transmission format as analogue RCA (see "RCA"). However, the connectors themselves in this case are much larger: their number corresponds to the maximum number of audio channels that the receiver supports (see above). For example, in a 7.1 model, the multi-channel input will consist of 8 jacks. This feature provides additional convenience in connecting and setting up multi-channel audio.

Composite

The number of composite outputs provided in the design of the receiver.

Note that in this case we do not mean a full-sized composite interface that uses three jacks (video and two channels of stereo sound), but only one connector — video (sound can be output through standard RCA connectors). The video output also uses an RCA connector, usually a distinctive yellow colour.

Due to the fact that all image data is transmitted over a single cable, the composite interface is somewhat inferior to the component (see above) in terms of video quality, and the bandwidth allows you to work only with a standard definition signal (not HD); and there is no talk of volumetric sound. On the other hand, this connection method has long been used in video technology and can be useful for connecting outdated devices (such as VHS VCRs).

The presence of several outputs allows you to connect several signal receivers at the same time and select a playback device without reconnecting cables — by changing the settings of the receiver. And in models that support Multi Zone (see above), you can simultaneously broadcast different signals to different receivers.

Component

The number of component outputs provided in the design of the receiver.

This interface (also known as YPbPr) is designed to transmit analogue video. Its name comes from the fact that the three main video components (brightness data and two colour difference channels) are carried over three separate cables. Accordingly, each individual component input is a set of three connectors. Usually, a built-in cable with RCA connectors (“tulip”) is used for connection, while the cables for component and composite (see below) interfaces are quite interchangeable.

The component interface stands out for its high signal transmission quality: splitting the video into three separate channels significantly reduces distortion compared to the same composite format, and the bandwidth is comparable to the above-described HDMI and even allows you to work with HD video. However, a component connection does not provide audio, and you will need to use a separate cable for this purpose.

The presence of several outputs allows you to connect several signal receivers at the same time and select a playback device without reconnecting cables — by changing the settings of the receiver. And in models that support Multi Zone (see above), you can simultaneously broadcast different signals to different receivers.

Control output (IR)

The presence of a control output (IR) in the design of the AV receiver.

The control output provides control signals to the input of another component in the audio system, such as an amplifier. In fact, the receiver with the device connected to the control output turns into an external IR sensor for this device. This can be useful if the controlled component is installed in a hard-to-reach place where the signal from the remote control does not reach. However it must be borne in mind that the very presence of such inputs and outputs does not guarantee the compatibility of various devices, especially if they are released by different manufacturers; Sharing details should be clarified in the official documentation.

Power consumption

The maximum power consumed by the receiver during normal operation. The power consumption of the device depends on this parameter, so if saving energy is crucial for you, you should pay attention to it. Also, information on power consumption is useful if you have doubts about the claimed characteristics of the built-in amplifier: if the total power of all channels is greater than the total power consumption of the receiver, then there is an error somewhere in the numbers.

Standby consumption

The power consumed by the receiver in standby mode. Most modern premium electronics, when “shut down” (from the remote control or control panel), do not turn off completely, but are put into standby mode — for a number of reasons this option is considered better than a complete shutdown. It requires electricity consumption, but it is usually very low. At the same time, if you plan to be away from home for a long time, for example, it is likely that from the point of view of economy it will be justified to turn off the power to the audio system completely.
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