RCA RT2360 User Manual
RCA RT2360 User Manual

RCA RT2360 User Manual

Dolby digital audio video receiver

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EXPORTER
Thomson Inc.
P.O. Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206 - 1976
IMPORTADOR
© 2003 Thomson Inc.
Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
Col. Ampliación Granada
Marque(s) Deposée
C.P. 11529 Mexico D.F.
55705620 (EN/F/E)
Telefono: (55)25 81 53 20
www.rca.com
R.F.C.: CTM-980723-KS5
www.rca.com/LatinAmerica
Printed in China / Impreso en China
0151

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  • Page 1 Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V. Trademark(s) ® Registered Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57 Marca(s) Registrada(s) Col. Ampliación Granada Marque(s) Deposée C.P. 11529 Mexico D.F. 55705620 (EN/F/E) Telefono: (55)25 81 53 20 www.rca.com R.F.C.: CTM-980723-KS5 www.rca.com/LatinAmerica Printed in China / Impreso en China 0151...
  • Page 2 RT2360/RT2360BK It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time. Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo...
  • Page 3: Fcc Information

    Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture. Technical Specification Product: Dolby Digital Audio video receiver Brand: RCA Model: RT2360/RT2360BK Electrical current consumption Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz Power consumption: 165 Watts IMPORTER Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Satellite Receivers ....26 Audio (RCA only) ....26 Laser disc Players .
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    BASS/TREBLE LEVEL DSP MODE ST / MONO V-AUX L - AUDIO - R VIDEO One pair of “AA” batteries One external AM loop antenna one audio cable (two wires) with red and white RCA connectors; One RCA Universal Remote Control...
  • Page 6: Unpacking The Speakers

    Unpacking The Speakers • one set of speakers including 2 front speakers, 1 centre speaker, 1 subwoofer and 2 rear speakers. • 6 speaker wires including: 1 X red/black wire for 1 X green/black wire for center speaker front right speaker 1 X purple/black wire 1 X white/black wire for for subwoofer...
  • Page 7: Connecting To Audio-Visual Components

    Composite video (yellow RCA connector) can also be used. It is important that the same type of cable (S-video or composite) that is connected from the Home Theater to the TV is used to connect the SAT receiver or DVD player to the Home Theater.
  • Page 8: Digital Connection

    Digital Connections Read instructions carefully when connecting compo- nents to the receiver. Digital In Jacks can accept Dolby Digital (AC-3), DTS or PCM signals when compatible components are connected. COAXIAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Connect to coaxial digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices.
  • Page 9: Connecting The Speakers

    Getting Started Connecting the Speakers CENTER FRONT SPEAKERS SPEAKERS CENTER GREEN / BLACK CENTER Use this jack on the left back panel to connect another active subwoofer other than the one supplied. SUB WOOFER SPEAKER PURPLE / BLACK SUB WOOFER (SURROUND SOUND) Speakers There are 6 speakers equipped with the unit (2 front,...
  • Page 10: Positioning Your Speaker

    It is not recommended to place the rear speakers near the TV set. Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Front Speaker Placement Even if you can't duplicate this ideal home theater setup exactly, the suggestions for speaker placement that follow will help you get good results. Getting Started...
  • Page 11: Surround Placement

    Getting Started Preferred surround placement Location If possible, place surround speakers to either side of the listening area, not behind it. Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Height If space permits, install surrounds 2-3 feet above viewers. This helps to minimize localization effects. Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Aiming Aiming surrounds straight across the room, not down...
  • Page 12: Test Tone / Channel Balance

    Test Tone / Channel balance Channel balance Your receiver is equipped with a test signal generator for balancing the channels. As the signal "travels" from channel to channel, adjust the level controls until each channel plays at the same loudness level. Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Level adjustment &...
  • Page 13: Operating Your Receiver

    Operating Your Receiver H O M E T H E A T E R A U D I O V I D E O R E C E I V E R ON/STANDBY SOURCE MUTE SOURCE PHONES Receiver Controls 1. STANDBY/ON To turn the unit on/ off.
  • Page 14: Your Remote Control

    CD, VCR, DVD, TAPE, etc.. The remote con- trol currently operates most Thomson, RCA and GE prod- ucts, but it can be programmed to operate devices from other manufacturers (For details, refer to “Using the Remote to Control Additional Components”...
  • Page 15: Display

    Operating Your Receiver Display • Audio output is in dts mode. • Audio output is in Dolby Digital mode. • Audio output is in Dolby Pro Logic mode. • Tuner stereo signal detected. TUNED • Tuner station detected. • Speaker Icons. SLEEP •...
  • Page 16: Switching On/Off

    Switching on/off • To switch on the receiver, press ON/STANDBY button once, or any source button on the remote control. ON/STANDBY MUTE • Standby: when the receiver is on, press the ON/STANDBY button once to activate the standby mode. • To switch off the unit completely, unplug the power cord from the socket Operating Your Receiver Selection of Audio/Video source...
  • Page 17: Using The Remote To Control Additional Components

    (like CD, TV, DVD, TAPE, etc.). What you need is to encode them in advance (not necessary for recent RCA & Proscan models). 1. Turn on the component to be programmed. 2. Look up the brand and corresponding code num- ber in the code list from page 23 to 25.
  • Page 18: Using The Receiver To Play A Source

    NOTE Once your remote is encoded, you can press ON/OFF on the remote once to turn off the component and then followed by the second time quickly to turn off the receiver (i.e. this unit). If you only want the receiver to be turned off, select FM/ AM while the unit is ON before pressing ON/OFF.
  • Page 19: Operating The Radio

    Operating your Receiver Operating the Radio The receiver has a built-in tuner that allows for AM/FM radio function. Manual tuning 1. Connect the FM and AM antenna accordingly (see "Connecting the Antenna" on page 5 section for details) 2. Press ON/STANDBY to switch on the receiver. ON/STANDBY MUTE 3.
  • Page 20 Storing radio stations: The receiver can store up to 40 radio stations in memory. You can enter every single radio station yourself or the receiver can store all available radio station automatically in an ascending order. Automatic preset storing : (FM only) 1.
  • Page 21: Advanced Sound Control

    Advanced Sound Control Sound Enhancement Systems This receiver is equipped with several built-in sound enhancement systems. Dolby Digital The Dolby Digital mode lets you enjoy full digital surround from software processed in the Dolby Digital format. Dolby Digital provides better sound quality and more powerful presence than conven- tional Dolby Surround.
  • Page 22: Fine Setting Of Components

    Fine Setting of the Components The receiver has pre-selected surround mode once you turn on the unit by pressing the Source Buttons (like DVD, SAT, CD) directly. The default surround modes for different components are listed in the table below. If you decide to change the surround mode, you can press the SURR MODE repeatedly to toggle among the different surround mode choices and select the...
  • Page 23: Fine Setting Of The Speakers

    Advanced Sound Control Fine Setting of the Speakers This receiver supports a wide range of speakers and subwoofers. For optimal surround sound enjoyment, you need to register the speaker selection settings of your audio system. If you buy this receiver with accompanied speaker package, then this step has been done for you.
  • Page 24 NOTE • The sub-woofer selection will always be YES when the main speakers are set to small (SML). • For the subwoofer phase setting, it will be affected by how you locate the subwoofer. Try both + and - settings and select the one that has better bass effect.
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting Tips

    Troubleshooting Tips Troubleshooting Tips Receiver/Tuner Operation ST indicator is off. • Adjust the antenna. • Press DIGITAL INPUT/ST/MONO button to insure you are not outputting in mono. The signal is Mono. Severe hum or noise. • The signal is too weak. Connect an external antenna. •...
  • Page 26: Care And Maintenance

    Disconnect the audio system from the power source before performing any maintenance. Cleaning Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust cloth. Important battery information • Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you do not use your remote control for more than one month. •...
  • Page 27: Remote Codes

    Remote Codes CABLE CODES 5002, 5003, 5004, 5005, 5006, 5009, 5053 ANTRONIX 5008, 5009 ARCHER 5008, 5009, 5010, 5011 CABLETENNA 5008 CABLEVIEW 5008 CENTURY 5011 CITIZEN 5011 COLOUR VOICE 5012, 5013 COMTRONICS 5014, 5015 CONTEC 5016 EASTERN 5017 GARRARD 5011 GC ELECTRONICS 5009 GEMINI...
  • Page 28: Tv Codes

    MEMOREX 2002, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2026, 2104, 2131 2029, 2065, 2113 MGN TECHNOLOGY 2013 MIDLAND 2053 MINOLTA 2055, 2056, 2107 MITSUBISHI 2029, 2055, 2056, 2065, 2066, 2067, 2069, 2070, 2071, 2072, 2073, 2074, 2106, 2113, 2123 MONTGOMERY WARD 2075, 2131 MOTOROLA 2021, 2131...
  • Page 29: Satellite Receivers

    5058, 5059 GE SATELLITE RECEIVER 5000, 5001 GENERAL INSTRUMENTS 5060, 5061, 5062 PANASONIC SATELLITE RECEIVER 5075 PRIMESTAR DBS 5076 PROSCAN SATELLITE RECEIVER 5000, 5001 RCA SATELLITE RECEIVER 5000, 5001 REALISTIC 5063 SONY SATELLITE RECEIVER 5072 STS1 5064 STS2 5065 STS3...
  • Page 30: Limited Warranty (U.s.)

    45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first. What we will do: • Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit. • Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to repair your unit.
  • Page 31: Limited Warranty (Canada)

    45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first. What we will do: • Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit. • Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to repair your unit.

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