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04-16-2003, 03:01 PM
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Software Upgrade For Marantz Sr9200 And Sr8200
Announced on Marantz Europe Webpage. I wonder if/when it will be available in the US!?
SOFTWARE UPGRADE FOR ‘FUTURE-PROOF SR9200 AND SR8200 AV RECEIVERS
Marantz, one of the world’s leading premium brand of sound and vision products, are pleased to announce a unique software upgrade for its highly acclaimed SR9200 and SR8200 AV receivers. For just 300 euro (SRP), owners of these two receivers will be able
THX Ultra 2 compatibility The upgrade of the SR9200 delivers uncompromized multi-channel playback in accordance with the latest THX Ultra 2, widely considered the ‘reference standard’ for home entertainment. THX Ultra 2 decoding technology delivers a stunning 7.1-channel configuration from any source. It provides a more uniform soundstage for music and movie for every listening position in the home cinema. The Ultra 2 standard ensures that there is no signal deterioration by the receiver for today’s wide-bandwidth sources, including DTV and progressive-scan DVD.
Both the SR9200 and SR8200 AV receivers gain SRS Labs’ latest Circle Surround II (CS II) multichannel decoding; an impressive 6.1 channel configuration from any mono, stereo, matrix encoded or previous Circle Surround encoded audio material. Further software enhancements include the application of ‘Precision Decoding’ for DTS/DD. This technology achieves the equivalent of 32-bit resolution by passing the signal twice through the receiver’s 24-bit digital signal processor (DSP). Precision Decoding realizes a more accurate signal processing and a higher sound quality for both Dolby Digital and DTS sources.
Uncompromized reproduction quality The upgrade also embodies two firmware enhancements, a new RS-232c protocol that improves the interfacing with AMX and Crestron. The firmware update also enhances the speed with which the receiver recognizes the type of input signal to virtually eliminate audible delay on the output. The hardware upgrade brings the AV receivers in line with DTS 96/24, ensuring the sound quality is true to original 24-bit, 96 kHz source materials. The original CD is a 16-bit medium sampled at 44.1 kHz, but increasing the bit depth improves dynamic range, while higher sampling rates allow a wider frequency response. DTS 96/24 is carried on DVD-video and in the video zone of DVD-audio, and enables 5.1-channel sound with optimum quality full-motion video for music programs and movie soundtracks.
Upgrades of the SR9200 and SR8200 can only be obtained via authorized Marantz dealer. These high-end AV receivers are specifically designed as future-proof elements for people who wish to stay ahead of developments in sound and vision. The upgrade protects the investment owners have made in home cinema and endorses our commitment in providing the latest technology, re-enforcing our premium customer service at affordable prices.
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04-16-2003, 05:09 PM
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All I have to say is THANK GOD! Now I just need to hear this for U.S. customers such as myself.
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04-16-2003, 05:12 PM
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I forgot to mention how excited I am for no more audio delay! Such a fantastic receiver marred by that damn delay....
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04-16-2003, 06:38 PM
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Wow!
You made my day.
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04-16-2003, 07:30 PM
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sweet! anyone else find the rc3200 using batteries like mad? I want to use rechargables...anyone using them for this thing? energizers last about 6 days...and I rarely use the damn thing! tom
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04-17-2003, 02:42 AM
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Actually my battery usage is pretty good. It's when stuff touches the remote and leaves it on for a while it goes dead. I contacted my dealer about the upgrade today and he had not heard anything yet. Makes sense, as it's not on the Americas Marantz page. I am going to contact Marantz directly tomorrow to get the story on when we'll see this.
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04-17-2003, 11:19 AM
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This is good news, as I have been skeptical in the past as to whether they would actually live up to the "future-proof" claims. The audio delay is barely perceptable with my configuration, so that is not a big deal for me. The question will be: are the extras worth the ~$275 (if pricing is the same here in the US)? My guess is that the "precision decoding" and RS-232c enhancements will not produce obvious results, but I could be wrong. Can anyone comment on CSII? Who am I kidding, I'd probably get it just to be current and to support the process. I am a little disappointed that they aren't including HDCD decoding since there is a firmware upgrade.
Tommy: I don't usually use my RC3200 because I have another remote that I am used to and like better (I prefer actual buttons to touch screens with menus). What does trouble me, however, is its tendency to completely lose charge without any apparent reason. I have my remote in a closet (with nothing on top of it). For about a week, the charge stays at full when I've checked it. Then a day or two later, the batteries are completely dead. It's almost as if it spontaneously turns itself on and stays on.
In any case, I am now even more convinced that I made the right decision with my choice of the 8200. With all of the new receivers being underpowered or having hiss/hum problems, it seems like we have the best of both worlds: a stable, well built unit that sounds great and can be upgraded to help curb our upgraditis.
Chris
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04-17-2003, 01:53 PM
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I am a bit surprised by this, given Marantz' unresponsive customer service of late.
This is definitely good news, I wonder if Marantz will eventually have a software update for the 7300 as well?
I was just about ready to give up hope on Marantz ever responding to their customer's needs and requests, but maybe now I will give them a second chance.
Cary
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04-17-2003, 02:19 PM
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The 7300 already has the features mentioned, the 8200/9200 are just receiving the same treatment. I was looking at the 7300OSE, because it already has a number of features I wanted, but now the 8200 looks a lot more attractive 
"The trouble with the world is not that people know too little, but that they know so many things that ain't so." - Mark Twain
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Bedroom: Marantz PM-7200 Integrated, GR Research A/V-1s, Sony 222ES SACD, RC3200 remote, Panamax M8EX
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