Marantz AV8003

The Marantz AV8003 preamplifier/processor with network functionality was developed to get the best out of any Blu-ray player. It decodes DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby True HD. The latter, for example, offers 100 percent lossless encoding and supports up to eight full-range speakers with 24-bit/96 kHz audio. It also supports Deep Color and 24 fps with four HDMI (version 1.3a) inputs and two outputs. Older systems can benefit from High Definition, as the AV8003 features Marantz's first built-in video scaler for advanced video playback, with upconversion and scaling up to 1080p from all analog and digital sources. And the THX Ultra-2 certified AV8003 goes even further: all video and music files stored on a computer or network undergo the same HD treatment thanks to a built-in digital media player that streams audio and video over a home network. The AV8003 can then distribute the media throughout the house, including High Definition video via HDMI for the room where movies are watched most often, component video for the second room, and independent audio options for the third room. For complete connectivity and flexibility, the AV8003 features balanced outputs for an ultra-low-noise connection to the power amplifier (even over long cables), a balanced input for connecting a high-end CD player, RS-232c, direct IR input, and DC triggers. An included programmable remote control with a backlit LCD screen and a second remote control for use in another room complete the system. For easy installation and advanced performance, the AV8003 features HDMI 1.3 repeater functionality, without signal loss and with the ability to pass 1080p video signals from an HDMI input to an HDMI output. Various audio signals can also be decoded via HDMI. To get the very best out of the great new Blu-ray format, the AV8003 features a segmented power supply structure, with a separate power supply for each major audio section, and extensive internal shielding of important components to prevent electrical interference. There is also a Pure Direct mode that disables all unnecessary circuits and functions, such as the display. Such excellent attention to detail is also evident in the all-metal, reference M1 design, with a double bottom plate and substantial shock-absorbing feet that practically eliminate all vibrations affecting sound quality. The enclosure is even completely shielded against electrical interference. The result is a model with a pure, minimalist design that matches its pure sound.

Digital Media Player for Ethernet Audio, Video and Photo (supporting DLNA) Video scaling and processing by Anchor Bay Technology Precision Video ScalerTM allows up to 1080p scaling Full 10bit Video Processing HDMI V1.3a 4-in / 2-out Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, Deep Color DSD (SA-CD), Auto Lip Sync XLR Pre Output Terminals XLR Audio Inputs for SA-CD Multi Room Component Video Out RC2001 Main Remote (PC Programmable, Learning) RC101 Sub Remote (for Multi Zone Control, Learning) HD Radio / XM Ready / Sirius Ready THX Certified Copper Plated Chassis Toroidal Power Transformer Clean Front Panel