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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. User’s Guide RT2660R Audio Video Receiver...
This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture. Technical Specification Product: Dolby Digital Audio video receiver Brand: RCA Model: RT2660R Electrical current consumption Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz Power consumption: 290 Watts IMPORTER Comercializadora Thomson de Mexico, S.A.
LEVEL AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO V-AUX One pair of “AA” batteries one video cable One external AM (single wire) with yellow loop antenna RCA connectors; one audio cable (two wires) with red and white RCA connectors; One Thomson Universal Remote Control...
Insert two AA(R6) batteries according to the + and - signs on the battery compartment. To use the remote control, point it directly at your receiver. Whenever a button is pressed, a red indicator will light up on the remote control.
SAT receiver and DVD player. S-video provides the best connection for the video portion of the signal. 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.
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.
Connect the subwoofer wire to the SUB OUT jack on the back of the unit. This receiver offers a high flexibility for user to use a large variety of speakers and subwoofers. For more information please refer to section “Fine Setting of...
Positioning your speaker 1 Left, Right (Front Speakers) They carry primarily music and sound effects 2 Center In surround mode, the center speaker carries much of the dialogue as well as music and effects. It should be set between the left and right speakers. 3 Surround (Rear Speakers) Their overall sound balance should be as close as pos- sible to the front speakers.
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 (60 - 90 cm) above viewers. This helps to minimize localization effects.
• If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use. Factory Setting The unit is preset to the following settings when you first power the receiver up right out of the box: Function = Tuner Volume setting = 45 Bass & treble = 0 dB...
• After pressing OK to enter SLEEP setting in the setup menu, use the arrow keys to select the receiver to turn off from 5 to 120 minutes. Press OK to confirm setting. 13 14...
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”...
Operating Your Receiver Display DVD / VCR / SAT / TUNER / TAPE / V-AUX / C D / TV • The arrow points to the respective icon to show the current source. • Audio output is in Dolby Digital mode.
Based on the example 1, the DVD is playing , if a VCR is connected to the VCR 1 input (audio + video) of the receiver, press the VCR button on the remote control, or press SOURCE button repeatedly until VCR is selected, image and sound from the VCR source will replace the DVD.
Example: Press DVD to select DVD as the source to the amplifier. NOTE 1. Your receiver has a built in tuner. Just con- nect the appropriate antenna on the back of the receiver and you will be able to listen to radio stations.
VCR) to the receiver, you can partly control them through the receiver. Playing a DVD with the receiver 1. Connect a DVD player to the receiver (see connect- ing your receiver for details) NOTE To play Dolby Digital or DTS sound, the source must be connected to the receiver via the opti- cal or coaxial terminal.
Operating your Receiver Operating the Radio The receiver has a built-in tuner that allows for FM/AM radio function. Manual tuning 1. Connect the FM and AM antenna accordingly (see "Connecting the Antenna" on page 5 section for details) 2. Press SOURCE keys on the main unit to switch on the receiver from Standby Mode.
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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 1. Select the band by pressing FM/AM on the main unit or AM•FM on the remote control.
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6 Channels coding (For example, SACD, DVD Audio) thanks to this connection. The external decoder device will send the separated audio information to the receiver that will then amplify the signal and send to appropriate speakers. To activate 6 Channel external input, press the...
Sound Enhancement Systems This receiver is equipped with several built-in sound enhancement systems. Dolby Pro Logic II The Pro Logic II mode uses the built-in circuit to steer the Left, Center, Right and Surround left and right channel audio signals and uses all five speakers to play both stereo and Dolby Pro Logic program source, such as TV and VCR.
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Advanced Sound Control Stereo The Stereo mode uses the two main channel outputs from the front speakers. Use this mode if you have connected the front speakers only. DSP (Digital Sound Processor) These digital sound effects resemble sounds in a real environment such as (DSP OFF / STADIUM / CONCERT / THEATRE / CHURCH / ARENA / CLUB).
Dolby Digital/DTS V-AUX Dolby Digital/DTS STEREO (PCM) TAPE TUNER The receiver will keep the last selection in memory. NOTE If linear PCM source (CD), format will be Dolby Prologic even with Digital Input. Advanced Sound Control Input Signal Setting The receiver defaults to the most convenient settings for your easiest use (see table).
• Subwoofer Phase (SUBW PHASE): Try both settings and select the sound preferred. • Speaker distance (DELAY SETUP): For optimum sur- round experience measure the distance between the speaker and your favorite listening position. The receiver has defaulted the following distances: Front Left Rear Left Available Setup Selections: Press SETUP button once to access setup menu.
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Speaker Icons The receiver shows you the speakers’ types and set- tings on the display with the following icons: Large front speakers Small front speakers Large center speaker Small center speaker Large rear speakers Small rear speakers LS RS Subwoofer present...
Advance 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.
• The TV is too close to the audio system. Specific instruments sound displaced. • Check the connections between the receiver and the speakers if the sound does not match the video. • Check if the video and audio cable are correctly inserted.
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.
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.
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.