ROTEL RA-1062 - Manual (Page 7)

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Speaker Connections
Turn off all the components in the system before
connecting the speakers. The RA-1062 has
color-coded speaker connectors on the back
panel. These connectors accept bare wire, or
connector lugs. (In non-EC markets, the con-
nectors also accept dual banana plugs.)
Route the wire from the RA-1062 to the
speakers. Give yourself enough slack so you
can move the components to allow access to
the speaker connectors. If you are using dual
banana plugs, connect them to the wires and
then plug into the backs of the binding posts.
The thumbscrews of the binding posts should
be screwed in all the way (clockwise).
If you are using terminal lugs, connect them
to the wires. If you are attaching bare wires
directly to the binding posts, separate the wire
conductors and strip the insulation from the end
of each conductor. Be careful not to cut into the
wire strands. Unscrew (turn counterclockwise)
the binding post thumbscrews. Place the connec-
tor lug or wire around the binding post shaft.
Turn the thumbscrews clockwise to clamp the
connector lug or wire firmly in place.
NOTE: Be sure there are no loose wire
strands that could touch adjacent wires or
connectors.
Signal Connections
See Figure 3
The RA-1062 has line level inputs for source
components, connections for audio tape decks,
and preamp output connections to send signals
to an external power amplifier.
NOTE: To prevent loud, potentially damag-
ing, noises, make sure the system is turned
off when you make any signal connections.
Phono Input and
Ground Connection
Plug the cable from the turntable into the ap-
propriate left and right phono inputs. If the
turntable has a “ground” wire connect it to the
screw terminal to the left of the Phono inputs.
It will help prevent hum and noise.
Line Level Inputs
The RA-1062 has three pair of conventional
RCA input connectors for line level components
such as CD players, video cassette recorders,
tuners, Laser Disc players, or DVD players.
These inputs are labeled CD, TUNER, AUX.
The left and right channels are clearly labeled
and should be connected to the corresponding
channels of the source component. The left RCA
connectors are white, the right connectors are
red. Use high quality RCA cables for connect-
ing input source components to the RA-1062.
Ask your authorized Rotel dealer for advice
about cables.
Recorder Connections
Tape inputs and outputs can be connected
to any record/playback device that accepts
standard line level analog input and output
signals. Typically that will be a conventional
tape recorder. There are two sets of tape con-
nections on the back panel, labelled TAPE 1
and TAPE 2.
When connecting a recorder to the RA-1062,
the outputs of the recorder must be connected
to the tape inputs of the RA-1062. Similarly
the tape outputs of the RA-1062 must be con-
nected to the inputs of the recorder. Be sure
to connect the left and right channels of each
device to the proper channels on the associ-
ated components. Use high quality connecting
cables to prevent loss of sound quality.
NOTE: The tape inputs can also be used for
standard playback-only source components,
omitting the output connections.
Preamp Outputs
The RA-1062 has a pair of preamp outputs
that can send a variable gain signal to an
external power amp or signal processor. The
preamp outputs are standard RCA-type output
connectors, compatible with the inputs of most
power amplifiers. Use high quality cables and
be sure to connect the left and right channel
outputs of the RA-1062 to the correct channels
of the amplifier.
AC Power and Control
AC Power Input
Because of its relatively high power rating,
the RA-1062 can draw considerable current.
Therefore, it should be plugged directly into
a 2- pin polarized wall outlet. Do not use an
extension cord. A heavy duty multi-tap power
outlet strip may be used if it (and the wall outlet)
is rated to handle the current demanded by
the RA-1062 and all the other components
connected to it.
Your RA-1062 is configured at the factory
for the proper AC line voltage in the country
where you purchased it (USA: 115 volts/60Hz
AC or CE: 230 volts/50 Hz AC). The AC line
configuration is noted on a decal on the back
panel. Plug the supplied cord into the AC INPUT
receptacle on the back of the unit.
NOTE: Should you move your RA-1062
to another country, it is possible to recon-
figure your amplifier for use on a different
line voltage. Do not attempt to perform this
conversion yourself. Opening the enclosure
of the RA-1062 exposes you to dangerous
voltages. Consult a qualified service person
or the Rotel factory service department for
information.
If you are going to be away from home for
an extended period of time such as a month
long vacation, it is a sensible precaution to
unplug your audio and video components
while you are away.
POWER Button
Power Indicator
Press the front panel POWER button, to turn the
RA-1062 on. The power indicator light is illumi-
nated when the RA-1062 is on. Press POWER
button again to turn the RA-1062 off.
Once the RA-1062 has been turned on with
the front panel button, it can be switched
between normal operating mode and standby
mode with the POWER button on the RR-AT94
remote control.
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