Cables; Remote Control; Audio Controls; Cd Functions - Rotel RA-1062 Owner's Manual

RA-1062 Stereo Integrated Amplifier
Remember the weight of the amplifier when
you select an installation location. Make sure
that the shelf or cabinet can support it. We
recommend installing the RA-1062 in furniture
designed to house audio components. Such
furniture is designed to reduce or suppress
vibration which can adversely affect sound
quality. Ask your authorized Rotel dealer for
advice about component furniture and proper
installation of audio components.
The RA-1062 is supplied with an RR-AT94
remote control and must be placed where the
infrared signal from the remote can reach the
front panel Remote Sensor.

Cables

Keep power cords, digital cables, and audio
cables away from each other. This will minimize
the chance of the audio signal cables picking
up noise or interference from the power cords
or digital cables. Using high quality, shielded
cables will also help to prevent noise or inter-
ference. If you have any questions see your
authorized Rotel dealer for advice about the
best cable to use with your system.

Remote Control

The RA-1062 includes an RR-AT94 remote
control that operates many of the controls of
the RA-1062. In addition, the remote operates
basic features of some Rotel CD players, DVD
players, and AM/FM tuners.

Audio Controls

The RR-AT94 duplicates the basic audio func-
tions of the RA-1062 front panel. When a
function is available on both the front panel
and the remote, a number (see front panel
illustration) and a letter (see remote control
illustration) are shown in the instructions. For
example, to change the volume level, you
can either turn the control on the front panel
or use the buttons on the remote. When only
one identifier appears, that control is avail-
able only on the front panel or the remote,
but not both.

CD Functions

The PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, TRACK
RANDOM buttons, and NUMERIC keys (0-10)
operate many Rotel CD players after the CD
button on the remote has been pressed.

DVD Functions

The PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, and TRACK ±, buttons
operate Rotel DVD players, after the AUX1
button on the remote has been pressed.

Tuner Functions

The BAND, TUNING, and additional tuning
feature buttons operate Rotel tuners, after
the TUNER button on the remote has been
pressed.

Remote Sensor

The remote sensor receives infrared signals from
the remote control. Do not cover or block the
sensor. It must be unobstructed or the remote
control will not work properly.
The operation of the remote sensor can also
be affected if it is exposed to bright sunlight
or certain types of lighting (such as halogen
lights) that emit infrared light. In addition remote
control functions may not work reliably if the
batteries in the RR-AT94 are weak.
NOTE: To use the remote, aim it at the
remote sensor on the front panel of the
RA-1062.

Remote Control Batteries

Two UM-4/AAA size batteries (supplied) must
be installed before the remote control can be
used. To install the batteries, remove the cover
on the back of the RR-AT94. Install the batter-
ies as shown in the illustration in the battery
well. Test the control for proper operation, then
replace the cover. When the batteries become
weak the remote control won't operate the
RA-1062 consistently. Installing fresh batteries
should eliminate the problem.
NOTE: Remove the batteries from the re-
mote if it will not be used for a long period
of time. Do not leave run down batteries in
the remote control; they can leak corrosive
chemicals which will damage the unit.
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Speaker Outputs

See Figure 3
The RA-1062 has two sets of speaker outputs,
labeled SPEAKER A and SPEAKER B. The
speaker outputs are controlled by the switch
on the front panel.

Speaker Impedance

If only one set of speakers will be used at any
given time, the speakers may have an imped-
ance as low as 4 ohms. If there are times when
both the A and B speakers will be used, all
the speakers should have an impedance of 8
ohms or more. Speaker impedance ratings
are less than precise. In practice, very few
loudspeakers will present any problems for the
RA-1062. See your authorized Rotel dealer if
you have any questions.

Speaker Wire

Use insulated two-conductor stranded wire
to connect the RA-1062 to the speakers. The
size and quality of the wire can have an au-
dible effect on the performance of the system.
Standard speaker wire will work, but can result
in lower output or diminished bass response,
particularly over longer distances. In general,
heavier wire will improve the sound. For best
performance, you may want to consider special
high-quality speaker cables. Your authorized
Rotel dealer can help in the selection of cables
for your system.

Polarity and Phasing

The polarity – the positive/negative orientation
of the connections – for every speaker and
amplifier connection must be consistent so all
the speakers will be in phase. If the polarity
of one connection is reversed, bass output will
be very weak and stereo imaging degraded.
All wire is marked so you can identify the
two conductors. There may be ribs or a stripe
on the insulation of one conductor. The wire
may have clear insulation with different color
conductors (copper and silver). There may be
polarity indications printed on the insulation.
Identify the positive and negative conductors
and be consistent with every speaker and
amplifier connection.