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Marantz 2440 User Manual

Marantz 2440
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Marantz 2440 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMarantz
Model2440
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warranty Information

General Description of Model 2440

Connecting the Marantz 2440

Remote Speaker Setup

Speaker Phasing Procedure

Optimal Speaker Placement

Front Panel Features and Controls

Mode Switch

Controls the audio signal routing for different playback modes like MONO, 2 CH, DISCRETE, and VARI-MATRIX.

SQ Decoder 4 Channel

Enables output derived from front signals processed by an optional plug-in decoder for rear channels.

Dimension Control

Optimizes the 4-channel VARI-MATRIX effect when used with the VARI-MATRIX mode switch position.

Balance Controls

Adjusts audio balance between front-left/right, rear-left/right, and front/rear channel pairs.

Rear Bass and Treble Controls

Controls the low and high frequency response specifically for the rear audio channels.

Tape Monitor Switch

Allows playback of signals connected to the rear panel TAPE IN jacks for monitoring.

Tape/Aux Input Switch

Enables playback of signals connected to the TAPE/AUX jacks on the rear panel.

Remote Control Switch

Assigns volume and balance control to the optional RC-4 Remote Control or uses local control.

Main and Remote Speaker Switches

Selects which loudspeaker terminals (main or remote) audio power is fed to.

Power Switch

Turns the unit's power on and off.

Rear Panel Features and Connections

Matrix Input Jacks

Connects to the receiver's TAPE OUT jacks for inputting audio signals.

Front Output Jacks

Connects to the receiver's TAPE IN jacks for outputting audio signals.

Tape In and Tape Out Jacks

Four jacks for connecting a 2-channel or 4-channel tape recorder.

Rear Speaker System Terminals

Eight quick-connect terminals for main and remote speaker connections.

Power Connection

Plug into 117 Volt A.C. outlet for power supply.

AC Convenience Outlets

Provides switched and unswitched outlets to supply power to associated components.

Remote Control Operation

External Decoder Connections

Tape Recording Instructions

Technical Description: General Overview

General Circuitry

Overview of the Model 2440's circuitry, including Vari-Matrix, tone controls, and power amplifiers.

Input Level Selector

Adjusts input sensitivity for the MATRIX INPUT jacks, offering LOW (150mV) and HIGH (75mV) positions.

Tape/Aux Input Circuitry

Describes the function of the MATRIX INPUT and front TAPE/AUX connections.

Tone Control Circuit

Details the circuit for rear channel bass and treble response, with variable response characteristics.

Power Amplifier Description

Describes the two power amplifiers for rear channels, their circuits, and protective features.

Level Meters Function

Explains the function of the four meters indicating signal levels for each channel.

Technical Specifications

Service Notes and Repairs

Repair Guidelines

Guidelines for servicing, including contacting authorized technicians and shipping procedures.

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