About the Marantz M-CR610
A world of music in any room
A world of music in any room
Looking for a stereo receiver with more on-board music options than just the AM and FM radio bands? Then check out the Marantz M-CR610. Sure, the AM/FM tuner is there. But there's also a built-in CD player, wireless network capability, and Apple AirPlay, extending your listening choices far beyond local radio stations. It's all underneath the hood of a compact chassis — perfect for a bedroom, office, dorm room, or den, where you may not have room for separate components.
With built-in Wi-Fi, the M-CR610 is ready to wirelessly stream music even if your router isn't within reach. Play music from networked computers, online music services like Pandora® and Spotify®, or free Internet radio stations from around the world. This receiver also has Apple AirPlay, making it a snap to stream songs from your iPhone®, iPad®, or iTunes® on your Mac® or PC. Or if you'd prefer the simple convenience of CDs, just pop one into this unit's built-in player. That's a whole lot of music choices built into a single compact component that can make your speakers sing with legendary Marantz sound.
Connections for other disc players, TVs, USB storage drives, and your iPod®
You don't have to listen to music wirelessly with the M-CR610. There are inputs for analog and digital sources, so you can connect a separate disc player or even hook up your TV to bypass its tiny speakers and actually hear movies and shows. Front- and rear-panel USB ports are perfect for mass storage devices loaded up with digital music files. Or plug your iPod or iPhone into the front port for digital playback using this receiver's high-quality digital decoding. There's also a preamp output for a powered subwoofer, in case you need to augment the bass response of your bookshelf speakers.
Download the Marantz Remote app for Apple and Android and control this receiver with your smartphone (not included).
Control it with your smartphone
This little receiver does a lot, and it's easy to control with the Marantz Remote app for Apple® and Android™ devices. Download this free app to your smartphone, so you can get your music playing the second you walk in the room. The app lets you choose from hundreds of free Internet radio streams, play tunes from your music server, or even control your iPod when it's plugged into the receiver.
Highlights:
Special features:
- 50 watts x 2 into 6 ohms (1 kHz) at 0.7% THD in stereo mode
- 4-channel amplifier lets you bi-amp one pair of compatible speakers or drive a second pair
- built-in CD player (plays standard CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs)
- built-in Wi-Fi for music streaming over your wireless home network
- Apple AirPlay® for streaming music from an iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or computer running iTunes
- built-in streaming from Pandora, Spotify, SiriusXM Internet radio and thousands of free Internet radio stations (subscription required for some services)
- DLNA 1.5 certified for streaming music from a compatible networked PC or network attached storage device
- front- and rear-panel USB input for playing music from an iPod or USB memory device
- plays high-resolution digital music files via USB storage device or a networked computer (up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution)
- Source Direct mode disengages unnecessary circuitry for purest possible playback
- 3-line display for artist, song, and station info
- AM/FM tuner
- gapless playback of digital music files (FLAC and WAV only)
- free Marantz Remote app for Apple and Android lets you control the receiver with your smartphone or tablet over Wi-Fi
- compact chassis for easy placement
- bass and treble controls with Dynamic Bass Boost
- sleep timer and alarm
- remote control
- Apple AirPlay requires a wireless home network.
Connections and dimensions:
- optical digital input
- 2 pairs of analog stereo inputs
- analog stereo outputs
- preamp output for a powered subwoofer
- Ethernet port for wired network connection
- 2 USB inputs (1 front, 1 back)
- binding post speaker connectors
- headphone minijack (3.5mm)
- 11-1/2"W x 4-7/16"H x 12-1/2"D
- weight: 7.5 lbs.
- warranty: 3 years
- MFR # M-CR610
What's in the box:
Marantz M-CR610 owner's manual
- Integrated CD/network receiver
- 6' AC power cord
- Remote control (RC011CR)
- 2 "AAA" batteries
- AM loop antenna
- FM wire antenna
- Owner's Manual on CD-ROM
- Quick Setup Guide
- Notes on Radio
- Safety Instructions
- Warranty Information (US/CA)
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Network/Internet Functions
Network Connection: The Marantz M-CR610 Integrated CD/Network Receiver is equipped with dual network connection methods. There's an RJ-45 LAN (Ethernet) port for direct wired connection to your home network, and there's also the built-in Wi-Fi feature that includes Wi-Fi Protected Setup for safe & secure connection to your wireless home network. When connected to the Internet, the device can stream free Internet Radio & music from online services (such as Pandora, Spotify, & SiriusXM). It can also connect to your home network's own music library stored on your computer, giving you remote access to your entire music collection.
- Ethernet Port: The Marantz M-CR610 Integrated CD/Network Receiver is fitted with a Ethernet (RJ-45) port for a hardwired Internet connection. This unit's RJ-45 Ethernet port supports 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX and requires an Ethernet (LAN) category 5 or higher cable, Router, Modem, and Internet connection.
- WiFi (w/ WMM + WPS): The Marantz M-CR610 Network Audio Receiver is equipped with a built-in diversity WLAN antenna, which allows it to communicate with your home network via WiFi (IEEE 802.1b/g). The Marantz M-CR610 supports WMM (WiFi Multimedia) for efficient transfer of audio data during music streaming. The M-CR610 employs WMM to minimize interruptions in sound while streamed data is being played. WMM is a protocol that prioritizes certain communications in a wireless LAN environment. Additionally, thanks to its Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), the M-CR610 allows for easy & secure establishment of a wireless home network. When using a wireless LAN connection, your network system must feature an wireless router/access-point.
DLNA Certified: The M-CR610 is DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) 1.5 & Windows 7 compliant for audio networking. This means it's easier for you to access & enjoy digital music stored on your PC or smartphone (like Android). You can use your PC or smartphone to play high-bit rate music content through your audio system, or use the M-CR610 to browse & play music files on your hard drive. MP3, WMA, AAC , WAV, & FLAC audio files stored on your computer can be played through the M-CR610 via its wired or wireless network connection. You can control playback of your streamed audio files from the M-CR610's remote control. The receiver also supports ID3-Tag (ver.2) & META tag information so song title, artist name, and album name can be displayed the unit's front-panel display. The Marantz M-CR610 supports the following audio formats, sampling frequencies, & bit rates via its wired or wireless network connection.
Compatible Audio Formats | Sampling Frequencies | Bit Rate/Depth | Extension |
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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 | 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz | 16-bit | .wav |
MPEG-4 AAC | 32/44.1/48 kHz | 16-320 kbps | .aac/.m4a/.mp4 |
FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) | 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz | 16/24-bit | .flac |
ALAC | 32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz | 16/24-bit | .m4a |
Gapless Playback (WAV/FLAC only): The M-CR610 supports Gapless playback for WAV and FLAC music files, so there is no gaps between songs.
Online Services: The Marantz M-CR610 lets you access Internet Radio, as well as other online music and photo services from your broadband Internet connection. Currently the M-CR610 supports Internet Radio from vTuner, Pandora, Spotify, and SiriusXM (as of 4/9/2013). The Marantz Integrated CD/Network Receiver offers front-panel display and control over these web services.
Online Services | Description |
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vTuner | The online vTuner service which offers easy browsing of internet radio stations and podcasts. (over 12,000 available). vTuner enables access to web-based radio stations and podcasts via an extremely reliable online database with a wide variety of content. Internet Radio stations in MP3 (32-320kbps, WMA (48-192kbps), and AAC (16-320 kbps) formats are supported. You can browse content by Genre, Location, Recommended, Favorites, or Keyword search. The unit will automatically save up to 20 of the most recently played stations. |
Once the Integrated CD/Network Receiver is registered with your Pandora account, you can listen to the automated music recommendation and Internet Radio service. You can create up to 100 personalized radio stations. You can sort tracks within these radio stations. You can skip up to 6 tracks that are being played back within 1 hour. You can also thumbs-up/thumbs-down and bookmark tracks. In Pandora, you can search for the track name or artist name using "keyword" searches. When the search is complete, tracks that have a similar rhythm or sound are streamed. | |
Spotify | Spotify is a digital music service that gives you on-demand access to one of the largest music libraries in the world (over 15 million tracks and counting). Spotify makes it easier than ever to discover, manage, and share music with your friends. You can browse music by artist, album, track, or most popular; and create your own music library with customized playlists. A Spotify Premium subscription is required. |
SiriusXM | SiriusXM Internet Radio lets you listen to over 120 channels of commercial-free music, talk radio, news, sports, entertainment, and more. |
Firmware Updates: Using the receiver's network/internet connection, you can check for & update the latest firmware from the online Marantz server.
iPod/iPhone Integration
AirPlay Certified: The Marantz M-CR610 Integrated CD/Network Receiver is compatible with iTunes' AirPlay technology. With AirPlay, the device can connect wirelessly to any AirPlay-enabled Apple device. This allows you to stream music wirelessly from your iPod touch, iPhone, iPad, or your computer's (Mac or PC) iTunes library; via your WiFi network.
- iTunes Streaming: The M-CR610 Integrated CD/Network Receiver is able to streaming audio from your computer's iTunes account AirPlay technology. When connected to the same network as a computer running iTunes, the M-CR610 can appear as an output option in the pop-up menu at the bottom of the iTunes window. You can then browse your iTunes collection on your computer & stream music to the Marantz Integrated CD/Network Receiver.
- Apple Device Streaming: AirPlay also lets you wirelessly stream music and music apps stored on your iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad to the Marantz M-CR610. So there's no need to dock your Apple device, unless you want to charge it. Using the Apple Remote App (Free download from iTunes) on your iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad and your wireless home network, you don't even need to be in the same room as the components or your computer to play, pause, skip, and stop the songs in your iTunes music library. You will even see the iTunes music information, including your track titles & artist info on your Apple device.
iPod/iPhone Connectivity: You can also connect your Apple iPod, iPhone, iPad to the Integrated CD/Network Receiver's front- or rear-panel USB (type-A) port via the Dock- or Lightning-cable that came with your Apple device.
- Audio Playback: The unit supports audio playback of music stored on your iPod/iPhone, as well as from music apps streamed to your iPod/iPhone.
- Music Navigation: You can choose to operate your connected iPod/iPhone from the M-CR610's front-panel controls, remote control, or from your iPod/iPhone's clickwheel or touchscreen. The Marantz M-CR610 lets you browse by Playlist, Artist, Album, Song, Podcast, Genre, Composer, or Audiobook. It also offers Play/Pause, Stop, Skip/Back, Repeat, & Random functions.
- Music Information: The Marantz Integrated CD/Network Receiver will display Track #, Elapsed playing time; as well as Song, Artist, & Album name from stored music (not music apps). You can also choose to view the music information on your iPod or iPhone.
- Charging: The M-CR610 will charge (5V/1A) your connected iPod or iPhone when the Integrated CD/Network Receiver is powered on or in standby mode.
iPod Compatibility Chart: The Marantz M-CR610 Integrated CD/Network Receiver is "Made for iPod/iPhone" compatible & supports the following iPod and iPhone model features (as of 9/17/2013):
Apple Device | Generation | Tested Version | Connection Type | Media Type | Control Type | Display Type | Charge | ||||
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AirPlay | USB | Audio | Video | Remote | iPod/iPhone | Song/Artist Text | Track Info | ||||
iPad | 1 | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | N |
2 | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | |
3 | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | |
4 | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | |
mini | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
iPhone | 2G | 3.1.3 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
3G | 4.2.1 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
3GS | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
4 | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
4S | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
5 | 6.1.4 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
touch | 1st | 2.2.1 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
2nd | 4.2.1 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
3rd | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
4th | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
5th | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
nano | 1st | 1.3.1 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | N | Y | Y | Y |
2nd | 1.1.3 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
3rd | 1.1.3 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
4th | 1.0.4 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
5th | 1.0.2 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
6th | 1.2PC | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
7th | 1.02 PC | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
classic | 80GB | 1.1.2 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
120GB | 2.0.1 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
160GB | 2.0.4 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
video | 5th | 1.3 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | N | Y | Y | Y |
CD & USB Playback
Disc Compatibility (MP3/WMA support): The Marantz M-CR610 features a built-in CD player that supports playback of CD-Audio, CD-Text, and CD-R/RW discs (12cm or 8cm). The built-in CD player supports playback of MP3 (32-320 kbps; 32-48kHz) and WMA (64-192 kbps; 32-48kHz) audio files recorded onto CD-R/RW discs in ISO9660 level 1 format. The unit can recognize up to 256 folders, with a total of 512 folders and files.
Dual USB Ports: The Marantz M-CR610 is equipped with a front- and rear-panel USB (type-A) port for easy, direct connection of a USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) device or USB Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) device with audio files; such as your Android smartphone/tablet or USB thumbdrive. The front-panel USB (type-A) port supports playback of MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, & FLAC audio files recorded in FAT 16 or FAT 32 onto a USB (MSC/MTP) device. The unit can recognize up to 500 folder and 5,000 files.
Compatible Audio Formats | Sampling Frequencies | Bit Rate/Depth | Extension |
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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 | 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz | 16-bit | .wav |
MPEG-4 AAC | 32/44.1/48 kHz | 16-320 kbps | .aac/.m4a/.mp4 |
FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) | 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz | 16/24-bit | .flac |
ALAC | 32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz | 16/24-bit | .m4a |
Playback Modes: You can control music playback from the Integrated CD/Network Receiver & remote control. The Marantz M-CR610 features Repeat, Random, and Program playback modes.
- Repeat: Track, Folder, or All
- Random: All, Folder
- Program: Up to 25 track can be programmed.
Song/Artist Information: The unit also supports ID3-Tag (ver.1.x/2.x) and META tag information so song title, artist name, album name can be displayed on the unit's front-panel display.
Audio & Tuner Section
Digital Amplifier Technology: There are four 25-watt digital amplifiers that deliver clear audio with lowest distortion, and the amplifier section can be configured a number of ways. You can connect a single pair of speakers, and the system can output 50-watts per channel. You can also connect a pair of bi-amp compatible speakers. In addition, you can connect two pairs of speakers for different rooms with the ability to have one or both pairs operational at the same time (same source in both rooms).
- Stereo Bi-Amp Operation: A bi-amp connection is possible with speakers that have two set of inputs by combining the receiver's A & B speaker connections. This allows you to drive the treble and bass drivers of a speaker with separate amplifier channels, which enables better sound quality.
- A & B Speakers: Speaker A & B mode allows for two pair of loudspeakers in different rooms with the same source playing in both. With the output of Speaker A fixed, the audio level of Speaker B can be adjusted within the range of -6 dB to +6 dB.
Audio Settings: Independent Bass (100Hz) & Treble (10kHz) adjustments (+/-10dB) emphasize low and high frequencies. The Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB) function emphasizes the system's bass output by +8dB around 100Hz. Source Direct (S.Direct) provides playback of audio in its original form, without any tone processing.
Audio Inputs: The Marantz M-CR610 Integrated CD/Network Receiver is fitted with analog (stereo RCA) & digital (optical) audio inputs to connect to connect to a variety of home audio devices.
- Analog Audio Inputs: The Marantz M-CR610 features two sets of gold-plated stereo analog RCA inputs to connect your external analog audio devices, such as a game system or Tape deck.
- Digital Audio Input: The M-CR610 features an optical (toslink) digital input to connect your external digital audio device; such as your Blu-ray player, cable/satellite receiver, or TV. This digital input will only support 2ch linear PCM signals (not Dolby Digital/DTS).
Audio Outputs: The Marantz M-CR610 Integrated CD/Network Receiver features binding post speaker terminals, a single subwoofer output, and a front-panel headphone jack.
- Binding Post Speaker Terminals: The Integrated CD/Network Receiver is fitted with four binding post speaker terminals which will accept bar wire, pin-connectors, and banana plugs (dual or single). The receiver will support a pair of 6- to 8-ohm speakers.
- Subwoofer Output: The Marantz M-CR610 features a mono-RCA subwoofer output to connect a powered subwoofer for added bass response.
- Audio Output: A stereo audio outputs lets you connect the M-CR610 to an external integrated amplifier.
- Headphone Jack: When headphones are plugged into the 3.5mm headphone jack on the front-panel, all the speakers are automatically muted.
Speaker Setup: The M-CR610's Speaker Setup menu lets you match your speakers and their location to the Marantz Integrated CD/Network Receiver. Five types of settings can be selected. A different setting can be selected for Speaker A & B.
- Response 1: Cuts low frequencies of 60 Hz or under by -12dB/oct.
- Response 2: Cuts low frequencies of 100 Hz or under by -12dB/oct.
- Response 3: Cuts low frequencies of 60 Hz or under by -12dB/oct. Also, raises the 400 Hz region by 3 dB.
- Response 4: Cuts low frequencies of 100 Hz or under by -12dB/oct. Also, raises the 400 Hz region by 3 dB.
- Flat: The crossover is set to flat. This enhances bass frequencies when speakers are placed directly on furniture or on a rack.
AM/FM Tuner: The Marantz M-CR610 is equipped with a built-in AM/FM tuner with excellent sensitivity to pull in those weaker signals. You can store up to 50 of your favorite AM/FM radio stations. You can do this manually, or have the integrated receiver do it automatically for you. You can give each preset station (up to 50) an 8-character name, so it can be easily indentified. The Marantz M-CR610 comes with an external AM loop antenna and external FM wire antenna. The unit features spring-clip terminals for the AM antenna and a push-on coaxial connector for the FM antenna.
Convenience Features
Compact Aluminum Cabinet: The Marantz M-CR610 features a stylish, compact, high-gloss black cabinet. At just 11.5" (w) x 4.4375" (h) x 12.5" (d), the Marantz M-CR610 fits almost anywhere.
Favorites: The Favorite function allows you to register your favorite broadcast stations and files in a Favorite List in advance, so that you can recall them and listen to those stations or files whenever you want. You can register Internet radio stations, music server files, and tuner presets as favorites (up to 50).
Organic Electroluminescence Display (OELD): The Marantz M-CR610 uses a high-contrast, 3-line organic electroluminescence display (OELD). The display's brightness can be set to 100%, 75%, 50%, 25%, or Off.
Auto Clock Adjust: When this unit is connected to the Internet, the current time is set automatically.
Sleep Timer: Use t his function to automatically switch the unit's power to the standby mode after a specific amount of time. The sleep timer can be set up to 90 minutes, in steps of 10 minutes.
Auto Standby: This unit will automatically enter the Standby Mode after approximately 30 continuous minutes of no operation.
Last Function Memory: This function store the settings which were made before going into the standby mode. When the power is turned back one, the settings are restored.
Remote Control
Simple Remote Control: The Marantz M-CR610 includes an IR remote control for wireless operation of the Integrated CD/Network Receiver, Internet Radio, online music services, stored music files on your computer, and a connected iPod/iPhone.
Marantz HiFi Remote App: The Marantz Remote App (from Apple's App Store or Google Play) lets you control the Marantz network CD receiver using your Apple iOS (7.0+) or Android (4.0+) device. This free-to-download app allows you to operate the network audio player using your mobile device's touchscreen, giving you complete control over playback functions & source selection. You can even search your network source's music libraries from your Apple iOS or Android device.
- Basic Functions: Control basic functions of the network CD receiver like power, volume, input, and settings.
- Music Browsing: From the app on your Apple iOS or Android devices, you can easily browse and navigate through your network music services or personal digital music collection with ease; and at the same time view "Now Playing' information and cover art all on a single screen.
- Create Playlists: The app on your smartphone or table, even lets you build your own personal music playlists on the fly with the ability to Drag & Drop files into your queue from your music server or music files on your mobile device. You can then save your queue as a playlist for easy recall.
Web Control: You can control this unit from a web control screen on a web browser of your Windows PC. The M-CR610 and your PC must be connected to the same home network.
The Marantz M-CR610 replaces these items
Marantz M-CR603
- 40 watts x 2
- Apple AirPlay®-ready with free firmware upgrade from Marantz ultra-convenient iTunes® music playback
- built-in CD player, direct iPod input, plus 3 audio inputs
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Small but mighty! Great product and the Marantz quality lives on! Musical sound is just what the large opened floor plan of our home needed. The balanced sound throughout the space is what I was hoping for when I purchased this receiver!
RichL from Sparks,Nevada