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RSX-1562 Surround Sound Receiver Owner’s Manual Manuel de l’utilisateur Bedienungsanleitung Manual de Instrucciones Gebruiksaanwijzing Manuale di istruzioni Instruktionsbok àÌÒÚÛ͈Ëfl ÔÓθÁÓ‚‡ÚÂÎfl Register your product at www.rotel.com/register...
VIDEO Out Audio Output Dolby Pro Logic IIx 6.1 and 7.1 Channel Surround CD Inputs Dolby Pro Logic IIz 7.1 Height Surround MULTI Inputs Rotel XS 6.1 and 7.1 Channel Surround Preamp Outputs Dolby Digital Plus Digital Inputs Dolby True HD Digital Outputs DTS-HD Master Audio &...
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RSX-1562 SURROUND SOUND RECEIVER Rotel products are designed to comply with international directives on the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment and the disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). The crossed wheelie bin symbol...
Use only with a cart, stand, rack, bracket or shelf system recommended by Rotel. Use caution when moving the unit in a stand or rack to avoid injury from a tip-over.
English Figure 2: Remote Control P-TUN P-EQ SPKR MENU RCVR SETUP GUIDE EXIT FRQ-D AUDIO SUBT PLCM SUR+ BAND VID 1 VID 2 VID 3 VID 4 VID 5 VID 6 MULTI RR-CX94...
English Figure 4: Monitor, Video recording Connections AUDIO OUTPUT VIDEO INPUT COMPOSITE S-VIDEO VIDEO RIGHT LEFT 480i/576i TV 480p/576p/720p/1080i/1080p HDTV COMPONET VIDEO...
RSX-1562 SURROUND SOUND RECEIVER Figure 5: DVD, Blu-ray Player and Cable, Satellite, HDTV tuner Connections RIGHT LEFT COMPOSITE DIGITAL ANALOG COMPONET VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT VIDEO OUTPUT Figure 6: DVD-A or SACD Player Connections FRONT R REAR R CENTRE...
English Figure 7: Video Recorder Connections RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT S-VIDEO COMPOSITE S-VIDEO COMPOSITE LINE OUT REC IN LINE OUT REC IN AUDIO VIDEO Figure 8: CD Player Connections RIGHT LEFT DIGITAL ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT...
RSX-1562 SURROUND SOUND RECEIVER Figure 9: Audio Recorder Connections RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT REC IN LINE OUT REC IN AUDIO DIGITAL Figure 10: AM and FM Antenna Connections...
Optical digital, coax digital, and analog input and output audio connections. (HDMI video connections also carry digital audio, so All of us at Rotel thank you for buying this product. We are sure it will when using HDMI there is no need for separate audio cables.) bring you many years of enjoyment.
3 channel systems for total compatibility. • Four DSP Music modes. • Audio Return Channel (ARC) allows the Rotel system to act as your TV’s loudspeakers. • Seven built-in amplifier channels, each delivering 100 watts (all channels driven.) Other features •...
Note: The HDTV Component Video output is subject to HDCP copy protection. It may not display 720p or 1080i resolution when the source The outputs of the RSX-1562 receiver can be sent up to 7 speakers or sent signal incorporates copy protection.
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English RSP1572 Video INPUT vs. OUTPUT plugged HDMI output Component output Compo site Video 480i/ 480p/ 1080 1080 1080 480i/ 480p/ 1080p 720p 720p 1080i 1080p 576i 576p p/24 576i 576p Composite 480i/576i ○ ○ ○ ○ 480i/576i ○ ○ ○...
TV set through the HDMI connection. To send decoded VERTICAL HEIGHT L & R), and SUBWOOFER 1 & 2. audio from the RSX-1562 to the TV, you must select ‘TV mode’ in Note: Depending on your system configuration, you may use some or all the VIDEO/HDMI menu.
The RSX-1562 has two digital audio outputs (one coaxial and one TRIG OUT jacks to the 12 volt trigger input of a Rotel amplifier, using a optical) to send the digital signal from any of the digital inputs to a digital cable with mono 3.5mm mini-plugs on both ends.
IR sensor . In addition, the IR OUT See Figure 3 can be hard-wired to Rotel CD players, DVD players, or tuners with a compatible connector. This Rotel receiver has built-in amplifiers to power up to seven speakers in a 5.1, 6.1, or 7.1 channel surround audio system: normally, left/right...
See Figure 4 Connecting a Subwoofer A key feature of this Rotel receiver is that it can send a video signal to See Figure 3 any HDTV monitor in exactly the format that best matches the native mode and resolution of the TV.
RSX-1562 SURROUND SOUND RECEIVER DVD or Blu-ray player and TV tuner connections can be made using an analog 100 Hz low pass filter, creating a summed mono subwoofer HDMI, Component Video, or Composite video connections. output derived from the main channels. See the INPUT SETUP menu in the Setup section of this manual for details on bass redirect feature.
The unit can be set to IR code 1 or IR code 2 in case the unit is conflicting with other Rotel remote codes. Push the TUN key and 1(2) at the same time sets the remote control into IR code 1(2). Point the remote to the RSX-1562 and press 1(2) for 5 seconds sets the RSX-1562 in IR code 1(2) .
You may wish to have the same input for listening, recording and all make the desired change. Change the input selection by pressing an of the remote zones. The RSX-1562 makes this configuration easy, INPUT button. When ZONES 2-4 appear, you can also adjust the (called party mode) by linking inputs for recording and remote zones.
LaserDiscs, DVDs, or other 2-channel stereo recordings, using phase relationships to extract front, digital formats. To use the RSX-1562’s DTS decoder, you must connect right, center, and surround channels. A “music mode” makes Pro Logic your DVD player to the unit’s digital inputs.
6.1 and 7.1 channel systems. also be used as an alternative method of decoding matrix-encoded Dolby The key benefit of Rotel XS is that it works at all times with all multichannel Surround recordings or TV broadcasts. Activate the DTS Neo:6 decoding...
, this capability remains in effect. Analog Bypass: For 2-channel analog inputs, there is a special stereo mode that bypasses ALL of the RSX-1562’s digital processing. The two front speakers receive pure analog stereo full-range signals with no subwoofer crossover, no delay, no level adjustments, and no parametric eq.
• Down mixed 2-channel playback of Dolby Digital 5.1 or DTS recordings. Dolby Pro Logic IIx/IIz or Rotel XS processing can be configured to be automatically active in all 6.1 or 7.1 channel systems configured with • Dolby 3-channel stereo (Left/Right/center) of 2-channel center back speaker(s) and will ensure proper extended surround decoding recordings.
DD 5.1 channel, DD Surround EX center back processing, DD the remote or front panel to select the same options. with Pro Logic IIx Music center back processing or DD with Rotel XS center back processing. You should typically select Surround EX •...
The other option converts the analog inputs to digital signals, passing them This group of recordings includes any non-Dolby Digital 2-channel signal through the digital receivers in the RSX-1562. This option allows all of from the receiver’s digital inputs. You can play these recordings in 2-CH the features to be active including bass management settings, crossovers, Stereo, Dolby 3-Stereo, 5-CH Stereo, 7-CH Stereo modes.
All of the source inputs (except for USB/iPod) can be customized using the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY configuration menus to accept either analog Zone 2, 3, or 4 can be controlled from the main room using the RSX-1562’s signals or digital signals from one of the seven assignable digital inputs, front panel or remote control SEL button.
SEL button on Note: The volume adjustment is only available if the Zone 2 - 4 outputs the front panel or remote two or more times, putting the RSX-1562 in are configured to use VARIABLE levels. With FIXED levels, the volume Zone 2, 3 or 4 control mode temporarily.
OPTIONS menu later in this manual. From this menu, you can change the language display. Note: Some Bluetooth devices may require you to establish connection again with the RSX-1562 if the unit was powered off. If this occurs, Menu Basics please go through the above steps to re-connect...
RSX-1562 SURROUND SOUND RECEIVER System Status Main Menu S Y S T E M S T A T U S M A I N M E N U L I S T E N : T u n e r...
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12V TRIGGER: The RSX-1562 has six 12V trigger outputs (labeled broadcast with the video from a sports event. 1–6) that supply a 12V DC signal to turn on Rotel components and other components as needed. This menu item turns on specific 12V trigger The range of available settings is from 0ms to 500ms, in 5ms increments.
RSX-1562 SURROUND SOUND RECEIVER Multi Input Setup Select CINEMA to optimize for Dolby Surround encoded movie soundtracks including increased surround separation and full-bandwidth surround channel frequency response. I N P U T S E T U P L I S T E N : M u l t i...
English In DTS Neo:6 mode, there will only be one choice available on the sub- to all five LARGE speakers. This places significant demands on these menu: selecting CINEMA or MUSIC modes. Use the Left/Right buttons speakers and their amplifiers, as they must play their own normal on the remote to change the settings.
M A I N M E N U The SPEAKER SETUP menu is used to configure the RSX-1562 for use To change a setting on the SPEAKER SETUP menu, place the highlight with your specific loudspeakers and to determine the bass management on the desired line using the Up/Down buttons and use the Left/Right configuration as described in the previous overview.
English does not affect the LFE channel in any way. The OFF setting (available The OFF setting sends a full-range signal to your subwoofer so that you only for the subwoofer) sends a full-range signal to your subwoofer so can use its built-in low-pass filter. With the OFF setting, a 100Hz high- that you can use its built-in low-pass filter.
Simply measure the distance (in feet or meters) from your seating in any single channel at about 105dB. The RSX-1562’s test tones are position to each speaker in your system. Set the measured distance in generated at a precise level (-30dBFs) relative to the loudest possible the line for each speaker.
Tuner Controls Note: Toggle between FREQUENCY and PRESET tuning by pressing This Rotel receiver features a digital synthesized AM/FM tuner with the P-TUN button on the remote. RDS capability and 30 station presets. The unit offers a wide range of tuning options.
RT indicator lights in the display and the scrolling text appears. If the current station is not broadcasting an RDS signal, the display will show This Rotel receiver is equipped with RDS (Radio Data Systems) “NO TEXT DATA”. reception capabilities for Europe and RBDS (Radio Broadcast Data PTY Button Service) capabilities for the United States.
English Miscellaneous Settings Note: The DISCRETE function is intended for use by a Rotel dealer or installer only. Other Options Rotel’s use of discrete IR commands in multi-zone models provides easier integration with IR control systems, making control possible from a single...
TV MIN to MAX in 1dB increments. for audio. But the Rotel unit must be set to the correct input prior to standby. 12V TRIGGER: The RSX-1562 has six 12V trigger outputs (labeled 1–6) that supply a 12V DC signal to turn on Rotel components and other...
English Left/Right keys, then press the ENT button. The screen will change to a Down buttons. Use the Left/Right buttons to change the setting to YES. confirmation screen. Press the ENT button to proceed with resetting the Press the ENT button on the remote to proceed with activating the USER FACTORY DEFAULT settings and changing the TUNER DEFAULT.
RSX-1562 SURROUND SOUND RECEIVER No sound from some speakers V A L U E S E T • Check all power amp and speaker connections. S P E A K E R A L L S P E A K E R...
Analog picture sources from legacy units begin by being less good than digital signals, and while the RSX-1562 will translate them into a digital format, the final quality will be constrained by the original source, and the choice of connection (Composite or Component). The scaler cannot...
1.0 volt make improvements without notice HMDI Inputs/Outputs Rotel and the Rotel Hifi logo are registered trademarks of The Rotel Co., Ltd. Version 1.3, supporting Deep Color passthrough and Broad Color Space passthrough. Tokyo, Japan. Version 1.4, supporting 3D passthrough and Audio Return Channel...
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The Rotel Co. Ltd. Endo TN Building 2F., 6-12-21, Meguro-Honcho, “ Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone,” means that an electronic Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 152-0002 accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, Japan respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
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