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AV8802a XLR Pin Issue
I have been considering the Marantz AV8802a for my home theater. In checking out speaker configurations, I found this description on page 46 of the online manual. "The PIN arrangement in this device uses the European method (1 GND, 2 HOT, 3 Cold). In the USA method 2 is COLD and 3 is HOT.
"When connecting a device that utilizes the USA type of PIN arrangement, replace the 2 and 3 plugs on one side of the balanced cable." This confounds me. Why would they sell an non-standard product in the USA? What does this mean in the real world of using this processor? |
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I don't think you have anything to be concerned about, since the current US standard also uses pin 2 as HOT. You can see the current standard and a discussion about the issue here (under the "Technical usage information" heading), which clearly states "The pin 3 "hot" convention is now obsolete but is still found on vintage equipment." Hope this helps!
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Yes, that does help. It also seems like Marantz would be a little clearer in the manual.
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I currently have the Marantz 8802a it works fantastic.
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McIntosh C2300 preamp, MC601 monoblocks (x2), Vandersteen 2CE Signature II Speakers, Marantz AV8802a preamp processor, Marantz MA500 monoblocks amps, Small Audio Manufacture (SAM) Turntable, Polk Audio Center, Rear Left and Rear Right speakers, SVS Front High Left and Front High Right speakers, Chrysalis Bass Matrix-12 Sub woofer. |
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