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Marantz NR1602 review
Delivering optimum sound and network capability, the Marantz NR1602 7.1
Home Theater Receiver offers powerful performance in a Slim Line design.
The receiver’s comprehensive features include easy on-screen setup,
an Ethernet port, four HDMI inputs, and playback of the latest
hi-definition audio formats. The NR1602’s advanced technology
provides cutting-edge sound for all your movies and music. AirPlay allows
for wireless music streaming from any room in your home. Networking
Capability for Music StreamingBuilt-in networking functionality makes the
NR1602 an ideal media center. The Ethernet port lets you stream audio from
online music services, such as Pandora, Rhapsody, and Napster, as well as
from your home network. Additionally, built-in AirPlay allows you to stream
music wirelessly from your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad. You can also access
Internet radio stations with the built-in v-Tuner. As an added convenience,
the NR1602’s two-zone capability lets you listen to music in one room
while playing a movie in another.Although this product is equipped to
operate with Rhapsody and Pandora, these services are not currently
available in Canada.Compact Design Saves SpaceSlim design saves space and
decreases clutter. View larger.At just over 4 inches high and 14 inches
deep, the NR1602 can fit on a standard-size shelf with room to spare. The
Slim Line design means extra space for additional components without a
cluttered look. Despite being only half the height of most traditional
receivers, the NR1602 boasts a wide array of features in a quality steel
and aluminum chassis. Four HDMI 1.4a input ports offer multiple
connectivity and 3D support. View larger.HDMI Inputs Allow Multiple Digital
ConnectionsThe NR1602 features four HDMI inputs that provide superior video
and audio with digital clarity. Support for Deep Color and x.v.Color
schemes, which display a larger color range than standard-definition
schemes, results in a lifelike, vibrant picture. Using a single cable, you
can easily connect any HDMI-equipped source or display to the receiver.
With support for 3D-capable TV and Blu-ray players, the NR1602 has you
covered with HDMI 1.4a compatibility designed specifically for 3D. NR1602
7.1Home Theater ReceiverAt a Glance:Slim design with half the height of
traditional receiversNetworking capability and AirPlay for music
streamingFour HDMI 1.4a inputs for added connectivity and 3D
supportSupports the latest hi-definition audio formatsM-XPort allows audio
playback from Bluetooth-enabled devicesThere’s also a built-in video
converter for watching composite and component video sources on your TV via
HDMI. That means you’ll be able to enjoy yesterday’s,
today’s, and tomorrow’s media with ease. Features On-Screen
Wizard for easy setup. View larger.On-Screen Wizard Simplifies SetupThe
receiver features auto setup and room calibration and allows you to
navigate setup on your TV screen via HDMI. Plug in the included calibration
microphone, place it in your favorite seat, and run the setup wizard. The
Audyssey MultEQ automatically analyzes your room’s acoustic
properties to determine the optimal settings. If you wish, you can manually
fine-tune individual settings, such as bass, treble, speaker distance, and
other properties. Seven Audio Channels Produce a Theater-Like ExperienceFor
an enveloping surround sound experience, the NR1602’s amplifier
delivers seven 50-watt channels of equal power and quality. The result is a
balanced sound field capable of faithfully reproducing the most demanding
movie, gaming, and multi-channel audio. A 2.1 channel preamp output offers
system upgrade possibilities. Use the Dolby Pro Logic IIz feature to add
vertical dimension to the front soundstage or add additional speakers to
the rear of your room with Dolby Pro Logic IIx.Clear, Pure Audio in High
DefThe NR1602’s hi-definition audio support lets you take advantage
of the latest surround sound formats. From Dolby TrueHD to DTS-HD Master
audio, the NR1602’s on-board decoding reproduces clear, uncompressed
7.1 audio via HDMI. There’s also a 192kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog
converter for all channels and an isolated audio circuit board for improved
sound and minimal interference. Source Direct mode switches off all unused
circuitry for the purest audio possible. M-XPort for Bluetooth DevicesEnjoy
audio playback from a variety of sources, including laptops and cell
phones, using the M-XPort input. By connecting an RX-101 Bluetooth receiver
module (sold separately) to the NR1602, you can wirelessly stream audio
signals from Bluetooth devices that feature A2DP compatibility. Front-Panel
USB Connection for MP3 DevicesA front-panel USB connection allows direct
playback of iPod, iPhone, and USB drives. M-DAX onboard audio expansion
circuitry, MDAX, restores your compressed audio files to supply missing
high-frequency information, resulting in near-CD sound quality.\ The
Marantz NR1602 7.1 Home Theater Receiver is backed by a three-year
warranty. What’s IncludedMarantz NR1602 7.1 Home Theater Receiver,
remote control, two AAA batteries, AC power cord, AM loop antenna, FM
antenna, setup microphone, and CD ROM user guide..
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