Cable Selection; Rear Panel; Phono Inputs Phono Ground; Cd Inputs - Rotel RX-1052 Owner's Manual

Each of the source components (VCR, TV set-
top box, tape recorder, CD player) in the sys-
tem is connected to the RX-1052 inputs with a
pair of standard RCA cables for analog au-
dio. A composite video input is provided for
four of the source components.
In addition to the connections for the main
system, there are analog audio outputs plus
a composite video output for three additional
zones. This allows the use of the RX-1052 to
distribute audio and video signals to remote
locations throughout the house.
The supplied AM and FM antennae are con-
nected to the antenna inputs.
Finally, the AC power cord is plugged into
the back panel of the RX-1052 and then into
an AC wall outlet.
There are many ways to configure and hookup
an audio/video system. It is not possible to
cover every configuration in this manual; there-
fore, we describe the typical connections that
will work well in a majority of situations.
NOTE: Do not plug any system component
into an AC source until all connections have
been properly made.

Cable selection

Use standard audio cables with RCA connec-
tors for all analog audio connections. Use the
following color code:
Left channel audio: white
Right channel audio: red
For composite video signals, use a single
75 ohm video cable with an RCA connec-
tor at each end. Use the following standard
color code:
Composite video: yellow
NOTE: Do not use standard audio cables in
place of 75 ohm video cables. Audio cables
will usually pass the signal, but will degrade
the quality.
When making signal connections, follow the
color codes carefully at both ends of each
cable.
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Rear Panel

This section provides a short overview of the
connections on the rear panel of the RX-1052.
Detailed instructions for hooking up each
type of component are provided in the fol-
lowing section.
Phono Inputs
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Phono Ground
y
These inputs accept left/right analog au-
dio signals from a standard moving magnet
phono cartridge and a ground connection
for the turntable.

CD Inputs

j
These inputs accept left and right analog sig-
nals from a CD player.

Tape Inputs and Outputs

The RX-1052 provides a set of audio tape con-
nections (labeled TAPE) with a pair of inputs
and a pair of record outputs that provide a
signal for recording.
VIDEO 1 – 2
Inputs/Outputs
l;
There are two sets of connections for video
source components. Each group includes a pair
of RCA analog audio inputs and outputs at the
bottom and an RCA composite video input and
output at the top. The outputs send audio and
video signals for recording to a VCR.
NOTE: These video source input/outputs may
also be used for an audio-only source. Simply
omit the video connections.
VIDEO 3 – 4 Inputs
These two audio/video inputs allow connec-
tion of additional video components such as a
play-only VCR, DVD player, LaserDisc player,
or DSS satellite receiver. There are no outputs
for sending a record out signal to these com-
ponents. These video source inputs may also
be used for an audio-only source. Simply omit
the video connection.
NOTE: When using a Rotel DVD player, con-
nect it to the VIDEO 4 inputs. This allows using
the supplied remote to operate the basic trans-
port functions of the Rotel DVD player.

TV Monitor Output

The video output of the RX-1052 sends the
video signal to your TV monitor. Connect the
TV MONITOR output to an RCA composite
video input on your television monitor. What-
ever input source is selected on the RX-1052
will appear on screen.

Speaker Outputs

The RX-1052 has a built-in stereo amplifier to
power left and right speakers. There are two
pairs of connections on the back panel which
allow you to connect two pairs of speakers
(A and B) and select them with front-panel
buttons.
NOTE: The combined speaker impedance
must be a minimum of 4 ohms. If you are driv-
ing just one pair of speakers (A or B connec-
k tions), use speakers with a nominal impedance
of 4 ohms or higher. If you are driving two
pairs of speakers (A and B) simultaneously,
use speakers rated at 8 ohms or higher.
Zone 2–4 Outputs
Three sets of output connections distribute stereo
audio and composite signals to three remote
zones. Each zone has left and right pre-amp
level audio outputs plus a composite video
output for connection of a TV monitor.

PRE OUT Output

The PRE OUT connections provide left and
right pre-amp level audio outputs for use with
a separate or additional power amplifier in
the main room or nearby ("Zone 1").

AM Antenna

z The RX-1052 includes a loop antenna to re-
ceive AM radio signals. The twin wires from
this loop antenna are connected to the AM
LOOP connectors.

FM Antenna

The RX-1052 is supplied with a T-shaped in-
door FM antenna. Connect the attached coax
F-type plug to the FM antenna connector on
the RX-1052.
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