Overview Of Connections; Hdmi In 1–6 Video Inputs; Composite In 1–2 Video Inputs; Composite Video Output - Rotel RSX-1562 Owner's Manual

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Overview of Connections

Although the rear panel may look daunting, connecting the unit to your
system is straightforward. Each of the source components in the system
are connected to the unit's inputs with a pair of standard RCA cables for
analog audio, a video connection (Composite, Component Video, and/
or HDMI), and an optional digital audio cable (coax or optical)
Note: Surround formats like Dolby Digital and DTS are digital formats
and the unit can only decode them when a digital input signal is
available. For this reason, you should always connect your Blu-ray or
DVD player's digital outputs to the unit, using either the HDMI, optical
or coax inputs.
The outputs of the RSX-1562 receiver can be sent up to 7 speakers or sent
to power amplifier(s) with standard RCA cables from the preamp audio
outputs. The video signal from the RSX-1562 is sent to the TV monitor
using the HDMI connections.
In addition, the receiver has MULTI input connections for use with a
source component that does its own surround decoding, remote IR
sensor inputs, and 12V trigger connections for remote turn-on of other
Rotel components.
Note: Do NOT plug any system component into an AC source until
all connections have been properly made. Video cables should have a
75 ohm impedance. The S/PDIF digital audio interface standard also
specifies a 75 ohm impedance and all good digital cables adhere to this
requirement. Do NOT substitute conventional audio interconnect cables
for digital or video signals. Standard audio interconnects will pass these
signals, but their limited bandwidth reduce performance.
When making signal connections, connect LEFT channels to LEFT channel
jacks and RIGHT channels to RIGHT channel jacks. All RCA-type connections
on this product follow these standard color codes:
Left channel audio: white RCA jack
Right channel audio: red RCA jack
Composite video: yellow RCA jack
Note: Each source input must be properly configured using the INPUT
SETUP menu of the OSD menu system. We recommend going to this
menu after connecting each source to configure it as desired. See Input
Setup in the Setup section for information.
Video Inputs and Outputs
These connections are used for connecting video signals to and from
the unit. See the Making Connections section for specific instructions for
each type of component.
The unit provides Composite, Component Video, and HDMI connections.
Composite video connections simplify system configuration; however,
Component Video connections typically provide better picture quality
and are required for HDTV or progressive scanned DVD video. For
the best Video quality, use the HDMI connections for Blu Ray sources
when possible.
RSX-1562 SURROUND SOUND RECEIVER
Note: For proper operation, all HDMI components and TVs connected
to the unit should be compatible with the HDMI Version 1.1 standard
or higher. The HDMI digital connections are usually compatible with
DVI components with an appropriate DVI-D cable adapter. For more
information, see the section HDMI:Frequently Asked Questions, in this
manual.
This Rotel receiver provides upscaling and downscaling for the various
analog video formats. Composite Video or Component Video signals
can be scaled to 480p/576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p by choosing
the appropriate output setting in the VIDEO/HDMI menu.
Note: The HDTV Component Video output is subject to HDCP copy
protection. It may not display 720p or 1080i resolution when the source
signal incorporates copy protection.
HDMI IN 1–6 Video Inputs
HDMI inputs provide various digital video connections for use with
components that have either HDMI outputs or DVI-D outputs (with an
appropriate DVI-HDMI adapter). HDMI connections carry video signals in
all formats including 3D signals up to 1080p/24Hz. The implementation
of HDMI supports audio signals, or a separate audio connection from
an HDMI component.
Six inputs, labeled HDMI VIDEO IN 1–6, accept signals from source
components.
COMPOSITE IN 1–2 Video Inputs
Two inputs accept standard composite video signals from source components
using standard 75 ohm RCA video cables.

COMPOSITE Video Output

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The RCA jack, labeled COMPOSITE OUT, provide connections for
sending composite video signals for recording on a VCR or other
recording device.
Note: The unit cannot convert Component Video or HDMI signals to
composite video signals at the record output. Therefore, only signals
received at the composite video inputs are available at this output.
COMPONENT VIDEO 1–2
Video Inputs
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Component Video connections split the video into three signals – luminance
(Y) and separate chrominance (PB and PR) signals, allowing delivery of a
reference-quality picture with high definition signals. Component Video
connections should be used for progressive scan DVD players and high-
definition digital television receivers. Each of these signals is carried by
a separate 75 ohm video cable with RCA connectors.
Two sets of inputs, labeled COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1–2, accept
Component video signals from source components.
COMPONENT Video output
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The RCA jacks, labeled COMPONENT OUT, provide connections
for sending analog video signals for recording on a VCR or other
recording device.
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