Your home computer — the newest component in your A/V quiver
Because the AV8003 A/V preamp/processor leaves all of the power amplification to the matching MM8003 power amp, it's able to focus exclusively on advanced connectivity. And heading up its diverse repertoire of A/V inputs and outputs is the rear-panel RJ-45 ethernet port. This simple connection, combined with DLNA compatibility, allows you to link all the media on your home computer or network to your home theater system. Stream video from the internet or your media server. Listen to audio stored on your computer or streamed from an internet radio source. Share archived photos with friends and family. All you have to do is connect the AV8003 to your home computer, network, or media server via ethernet.
Three little letters, HUGE performance
You might say you're enthusiastic about home theater. Point in case: while some people have a home theater room, your A/V area might better be referred to as a "home theater wing". In short, you've created an expansive viewing and listening area that easily accommodates you and all of your friends and family. But, with seven- or nine-channel surround sound audio configurations, you're concerned about maintaining audio quality and fidelity in such a large venue. The solution? THX Ultra2 certification, found on the AV8003 preamp/processor from Marantz. THX Ultra2 certification ensures you that the AV8003 is capable of delivering high-performance, high-fidelity audio and video experiences, especially in large home theater areas.
The HD audio experience
We're all used to associating new HD home theater formats, like Blu-ray Disc, with high definition video. But what about HD audio? That's right, you heard us: HD audio. The expanded storage capacity of Blu-ray Disc allows for both Full HD 1080p video and 7.1-channel lossless, studio-quality surround sound audio. Now, just as you need an HDTV to experience 1080p video, so too do you need specific technology to take full advantage of 7.1-channel lossless audio. With its Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio processing decoding technologies, the Marantz AV8003 is able to decode the lossless surround sound audio found on Blu-ray Disc, providing the audio experience the director intended for you to have.
The audio/video upgrade
Given the advanced HD audio and video performance of which the AV8003 is capable, you might be worrying that your DVDs and MP3s aren't going to have a place in your new home theater. Well, fret no more: First, Anchor Bay's Precision Video Scaler and 10-bit video processing allow the AV8003 to upconvert standard definition video — like that found on all your DVDs — to 1080p levels . . . ideal for viewing on your HDTV. Further, the Marantz Dynamic Audio eXtender recreates the high- and low-frequency audio removed from compressed audio formats like MP3 or WMA, delivering a dramatically improved listening experience in your home theater area.
One device, many rooms
The term "home theater" doesn't refer to "a TV and some speakers in a living room"; it evokes audio and video throughout the home. While the AV8003 A/V receiver from Marantz is capable of delivering high-performance audio and video in your living room, it's also equipped to extend your audio and video experience beyond a single room. You can send stereo analog audio and composite-video signals to two additional rooms, such as the bedroom or the kitchen. All you need in these other rooms is a pair of powered speakers and a video display.
Custom audio with Audyssey
Just as your listening preferences and tastes are unique, so too is your listening area. Because no two home theater areas are the same, each configuration of speakers, walls, and furniture has a unique impact on the performance of any given audio system. Now, you could reorganize your living room in an attempt to optimize your system's performance, or . . . you could customize your audio system to your listening area. Featured on the AV8003, Audyssey MultiEQ room calibration automatically evens the frequency response of your room and speakers for an audio experience customized to the unique characteristics of your listening area.
Back to connectivity
We began with a discussion of the AV8003's massive connectivity repertoire, and now it's time to return to the point. So, you already know that the AV8003's ethernet port brings you access to audio, video, and photos on your computer or home network. But that's just the beginning. Four HDMI inputs and two outputs offer single-cable connectivity for both HD audio and HD video, making this the ideal interface for Blu-ray Disc media or upconverting DVD players. For expanded video connectivity, the AV8003 also offers numerous component-, composite-, and S-video inputs and outputs. On the audio side of things, this A/V preamp/processor offers both optical and coaxial digital audio inputs and outputs, as well as 7.1-channel multi-channel audio input. Finally, for quiet listening, the AV8003 sports a single headphone output.
Ready for radio
Nothing beats jamming out to commercial-free XM or SIRIUS satellite radio in your car. Well, except maybe for jamming out to satellite radio in your car and in your home theater. Featuring SM and SIRIUS satellite radio readiness, the AV8003 lets you easily connect a separate satellite radio tuner to one of the specially designed ports on the rear of the unit, instantly connecting your home A/V equipment to your pre-existing XM or SIRIUS subscription.
Advanced installation
Chances are, you're planning on installing the Marantz AV8003 as the central hub in an advanced, integrated home A/V system. Delivering high-performance tools for advanced installations, the AV8003 offers and RS-2323c port, as well as two 12V DC trigger outputs, and IR flasher, receiver, and emitter connections.
Your HD lifeline
High Definition Multimedia Interface, or HDMI, is the only home A/V connection that allows for both Full HD 1080p video and 7.1-channel studio-quality audio to be passes along a single cable. In other words, in order to take full advantage of your home theater’s high definition potential, you need to HDMI cabling to link HD-capable components. It’s only natural that you might have questions regarding how best to outfit your personal HD system. Vann’s sales representatives are here to explain all of your options. Call the 800 number at the top of this page for expert advice.
