Marantz NA7004 - Dab;Dab; Network Audio; Important Information

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DAB/DAB+
n About DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)
• Since the DAB system is broadcasted in digital format, DAB
system can supply crystal-clear audio and stable reception even
in mobile objects. DAB is a new generation radio which can
provide data service and supplementary multi-media services.
• DAB broadcasts multiple services under one Ensemble that are
called service components.
• Each component contains inherent programmes; news, music,
sports, and many more.
• Each Ensemble and service component has its label, and users
can recognize a current broadcasting station and service contents
by using the label.
• The main service component is broadcast as Primary while the
others are broadcast as Secondary.
• Also rich character information is serviced through Dynamic
Labels; song title, artist composer etc.
n About DAB+
• The main difference between DAB and DAB+ is the type of audio
codec used.
DAB: MPEG2
DAB+: MAEG4 (AAC)
• This unit can receive both DAB and DAB+ broadcasts.
Network audio
Important information
n About the internet radio function
• Internet radio refers to radio broadcasts distributed over the
Internet.
Internet radio stations from around the world can be received.
• This unit is equipped with the following Internet radio functions:
• Stations can be selected by genre and region.
• Up to 56 Internet radio stations can be preset.
• Internet radio stations in MP3 and WMA (Windows Media
Audio) format can be listened to.
• Your favorite radio stations can be registered by accessing an
exclusive Marantz Internet radio URL from a Web browser on
a computer.
• The function is managed for individual users, so you must provide
your MAC or e-mail address.
Exclusive URL: http://www.radiomarantz.com
• The radio station database service may be suspended without
notice.
• This unit’s Internet radio station list is created using a radio
station database service (vTuner). This database service provides
a list edited and created for this unit.
n Music server
This function lets you play music fi les and playlists (m3u, wpl)
stored on a computer (music server) connected to this unit via a
network.
With this unit’s network audio playback function, connection to the
server is possible using one of the technologies below.
• Windows Media Player Network Sharing Service
• Windows Media DRM10
GCompatible formatsH
Internet radio Music server
z1
WMA (Windows
Media Audio)
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MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio
Layer-3)
33
WAV
3
MPEG-4 AAC
3
z2
FLAC (Free Lossless
Audio Codec)
3
A server or server software compatible with distribution in the
corresponding formats is required to play music fi les via a network.
z1 Music server
• This unit is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standard.
• This unit is compatible with WMA META tags.
• WAV format Quantization bit rate: 16 bits.
z2 Only fi les that are not protected by copyright can be played on
this unit.
Content downloaded from pay sites on the Internet are copyright
protected. Also, fi les encoded in WMA format when ripped from a
CD, etc. on a computer may be copyright protected, depending on the
computer’s settings.
GCompatible formatsH
Sampling
frequency
Bit rate Extension
WMA (Windows
Media Audio)
32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 192 kbps .wma
MP3 (MPEG-1
Audio Layer-3)
32/44.1/48 kHz 32 – 320 kbps .mp3
WAV 32/44.1/48 kHz – .wav
MPEG-4 AAC 32/44.1/48 kHz 16 – 320 kbps
.aac/
.m4a/
.mp4
FLAC (Free
Lossless Audio
Codec)
32/44.1/48/96
kHz
–.fl ac
n About Napster
Napster is a monthly subscription music distribution service
provided by Napster LLC. This service allows users to download
and play pieces of music they want to hear on this unit. Before
you can use Napster, you will need to visit the Napster website on
your PC to create an account and register as a member. For details,
access the following site:
http://www.napster.com/choose/index_default.html
n About Last.fm
Last.fm learns what you love... and it’s a great way to discover
new music.
Your new Marantz Network player is very clever. You can create
a free Last.fm profi le when you start using your Marantz Network
player and magically keep track of all the songs you hear.
When you sign in at www.last.fm, you can see your top music
charts, view thousands of reviews, biographies and artwork, and
get recommendations for local performances you won’t want to
miss.
With an affordable subscription you can enjoy an endless choice
of personalised ad-free radio stations. Check out www.last.fm/
subscribe today for more details.
Your subscription also gives you access to Last.fm radio on a great
range of music products, including your Marantz Network player.
This feature is not available in all countries. Visit www.last.fm/
hardware to fi nd out more.
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