Getting Started; A Few Precautions; Placement; Cables - Rotel A10MKII Owner's Manual

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Getting Started

Thank you for purchasing the Rotel A10MKII Stereo Integrated Amplifier.
When used in a high-quality music audio system, it will provide years of
musical enjoyment.
The amplifier is a full featured, high performance component. All aspects
of the design have been optimized to retain the full dynamic range and
subtle nuances of your music. The unit has a highly regulated power supply
incorporating a Rotel custom-designed toroidal power transformer. This
low impedance power supply has ample power reserves, which enables
the unit to easily reproduce the most demanding audio signals. This type
of design is more expensive to manufacture, but it is better for the music.
The printed circuit boards (PCB) are designed with Symmetrical Circuit
Traces. This insures that the precise timing of the music is maintained
and faithfully recreated. The circuitry uses metal film resistors and
polystyrene or polypropylene capacitors in important signal paths. All
aspects of this design have been examined to ensure the most faithful
music reproduction.
The main functions of the A10MKII are easy to install and use. If you
have experience with other stereo systems, you shouldn't find anything
perplexing. Simply plug in the associated components and enjoy.

A Few Precautions

WARNING: To avoid potential damage to your system, turn off ALL
the components in the system when connecting or disconnecting
the loudspeakers or any associated components. Do not turn the
system components back on until you are sure all the connections
are correct and secure. Pay particular attention to the speaker wires.
There must be no loose strands that could contact the other speaker
wires, or the chassis of the amplifier.
Please read this manual carefully. It provides information on how to
incorporate the unit into your system as well as information that will help
you get optimum sound performance. Please contact your authorized
Rotel dealer for answers to any questions you might have. In addition, all
of us at Rotel welcome your questions and comments.
Save the unit shipping carton and all enclosed packing material for future
use. Shipping or moving the unit in anything other than the original
packing material may result in severe damage to your amplifier.
If included in the box please complete the owner's registration card or
register online. Also be sure to keep the original sales receipt. It is your
best record of the date of purchase, which you will need in the event
warranty service is ever required.

Placement

Like all audio components that handle low level signals, the amplifier
can be affected by its environment. Avoid placing the unit on top of
other components. Also avoid routing audio signal cables near power
cords. This will minimize the chance it will pick up hum or interference.
The unit generates heat as part of its normal operation. The heat sinks
and ventilation openings in the amplifier are designed to dissipate this
heat. The ventilation slots in the top cover must be open. There should be
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10 cm (4 inches) of clearance around the chassis, and reasonable airflow
through the installation location, to prevent the amplifier from overheating.
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 unit 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 A10MKII is supplied with an RR-AX1402 remote control and must be
placed where the infrared signal from the remote can reach the front
panel Remote Sensor.

Cables

Be sure to keep the power cords, digital signal cables and regular
audio signal cables in your installation away from each other. This will
minimize the chance of the regular audio signal cables picking up noise
or interference from the power cords or digital cables. Using only high
quality, shielded cables will also help to prevent noise or interference from
degrading the sound quality of your system. If you have any questions
see your authorized Rotel dealer for advice about the best cable to use
with your system.
The RR‑AX1403 Remote
Control
Some functions can be done with either the front panel controls, or the
supplied RR-AX1403 remote control. When these operations are described,
the square call out numbers refer to the main unit, while the encircled
letters refer to the remote control.

Remote Control Batteries

Two 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-AX1403. Install the batteries 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
A10MKII consistently. Installing fresh batteries should eliminate the problem.

Buttons

The remote control can be used to operate the basic functions of Rotel
tuners and CD players. Remote control buttons labeled
be used to operate CD or Tuner functions in your system. To activate CD
and Tuner controls simply press the CD or TUNER source buttons on the
remote control. Pressing any other source button on the remote control
deactivates these functions.
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