Rotel RTC-950AX Owner's Manual page 3

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AM /FM STEREO TUNER PREAMPLIFIER RTC-950AX
the internal components. If water or foreign object falls
inside the unit by accident, disconnect the power cord
immediately and consult a qualified electrician or your
dealer.
5. Cleaning Your Unit
If your unit becomes dirty, wipe it gently with a soft, dry
cloth. Never use solvents of any kind.
6. AC Outlet Receptacles
There are three sets of AC outlets for U.S.A. or Canadian
version, or two sets of AC outlets, for U.K. or European
versions, on the back panel of the unit, through which
power can by supplied to equipments, connected to the
unit such as your turntable, and or CD player. Each AC
outlet is the switched type, so turning the power on and off
is controlled by the power switch of unit. The total power
consumption of the equipments must not exceed the rating
of 500 watt maximum.
A WORD FROM ROTEL
Rotel take this opportunity to thank you for choosing our
equipment for your home entertainment.
Rotel equipment represents a very high state of the art in
sound reproduction, as the result of our everlasting deter¬
mination to achieve the truly hi-fi performance. Please
enjoy the sound Rotel have created for many years to
come.
To make sure you get the most out of your equipment,
please read this owner's manual carefully before you at¬
tempt any connections.
BEFORE CONNECTIONS
1. Place for Installation
Ensure to place the unit in a flat surface where it is free from
humidity, vibration, high temperature and not exposed to
direct sunlight. Also, be careful not to place the unit in a
highly enclosed area without adequate ventilation around
the unit. Do not block the ventilation openings at the top
and the bottom of the unit to prevent excessive heat built
up.
2. Electrical Requirements
Your equipment has been designed to be powered by the
local AC voltage. Check the setting of your unit by looking
at the rear panel name plate. Never try to plug the unit into
an outlet of higher voltage, as this causes a serious fire
hazard. Consult your dealer if in doubt.
3. Connecting the Power Cord
Always handle the power cord with care. Ensure to con¬
nect the cord to the household wall outlet. When plugging
and unplugging make sure the power switch on the unit is
turned off.
4. Do not Open the Cabinet
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the cabinet of
the unit. Do not attempt to open the cabinet or tamper with
CONNECTIONS
1.Installing and Connecting Antenna
a) Indoor FM Antenna - The attached indoor antenna wire
will suffice for proper, quiet broadcast reception in most
good reception areas. To install it, connect the antenna to
the FM Antenna terminals (75 ohm) on the back of the unit.
Then, stretch the wire out and secure along a wall or where
reception is optimal.
• Indoor T-shap Antenna wire (Applicable for U.S.A.
Canada or where approved to the usage)
T-shap antenna wire (300 ohm )
EXCLUSIVE NOTE FOR U.K.
If your unit comes with a 2-core mains lead without a
plug, neither core is to be connected to the earth
terminal of a three pin plug, make certain that they are
connected, according to the following instruction, to
the proper terminals. Check that the terminals are
screwed down firmly and no loose strands of wire are
present.
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
BLUE: NEUTRAL
BROWN: LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug
proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
coloured BLUE or BLACK. The wire which is coloured
BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED.
300 ohm —> 75 ohm Conversion Plug
• Indoor Antenna wire (Applicable for European version)
Antenna wire
b) Outdoor FM Antenna - In areas of average to weak
reception conditions, an outdoor antenna mounted on the
roof or top of the building may be necessary for best
results. When using such outdoor type antenna, ensure
remove the indoor antenna. A 75 -ohm coaxial cable is
usually recommended, if using this type cable, properly
hook it up to the designated antenna terminals on the back
of the unit.