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AUDIO - u s e r m a n u ON/STANDBY MUTE PHONES HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER VOLUME SOURCE FM/AM TUNING MEMORY OK SOURCE SETUP TEST TONE SURR MODE EQ DIGITAL INPUT DSP MODE ST / MONO BASS/TREBLE LEVEL V-AUX VIDEO L - R a l RT2350/RT2350BK/RT2600 It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time. Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo.
AUDIO - u s e r m a n u ON/STANDBY MUTE PHONES HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER VOLUME SOURCE FM/AM TUNING MEMORY OK SOURCE SETUP TEST TONE SURR MODE EQ DIGITAL INPUT DSP MODE ST / MONO BASS/TREBLE LEVEL V-AUX VIDEO L - R a l RT2350/RT2350BK/RT2600 It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time. Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo.
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...stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies. For Your Safety The AC power plug is polarized (one blade is "receiving" the interference). • Move the unit away from the U.S. For instructions on different branch circuits. Miguel de Cervantes ... specially trained in this Guide Technical Specification Product: Dolby Digital Audio video receiver Brand: RCA Model: RT2350/RT2350BK/RT2600 Electrical current consumption Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz Power consumption: RT2350/RT2350BK - 165 Watts RT2600 - 250 Watts IMPORTER Comercializadora Thomson de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. WARNING ...
...stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies. For Your Safety The AC power plug is polarized (one blade is "receiving" the interference). • Move the unit away from the U.S. For instructions on different branch circuits. Miguel de Cervantes ... specially trained in this Guide Technical Specification Product: Dolby Digital Audio video receiver Brand: RCA Model: RT2350/RT2350BK/RT2600 Electrical current consumption Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz Power consumption: RT2350/RT2350BK - 165 Watts RT2600 - 250 Watts IMPORTER Comercializadora Thomson de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. WARNING ...
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... Audio-Visual Cable Codes 24 Components 4 VCR Codes 24 Digital Connection 5 TV Codes 25 Connecting Antennas 5 Satellite Receivers 26 Connecting the Speakers 6 Audio (RCA only 26 Connecting the Subwoofer 6 Laser disc Players 26 Positioning your Speaker 7 Front Speaker Placement 7 Limited Warranty.... . . . .13 Using the Remote to Control Additional Components 14 Using the receiver to play a Source . . . .15 Operating the Radio 16 Advanced Sound Control Sound Enhancement Systems 19 Fine Setting of Components 20 Fine Setting of the Speakers 21 Advanced Setting 21 ...
... Audio-Visual Cable Codes 24 Components 4 VCR Codes 24 Digital Connection 5 TV Codes 25 Connecting Antennas 5 Satellite Receivers 26 Connecting the Speakers 6 Audio (RCA only 26 Connecting the Subwoofer 6 Laser disc Players 26 Positioning your Speaker 7 Front Speaker Placement 7 Limited Warranty.... . . . .13 Using the Remote to Control Additional Components 14 Using the receiver to play a Source . . . .15 Operating the Radio 16 Advanced Sound Control Sound Enhancement Systems 19 Fine Setting of Components 20 Fine Setting of the Speakers 21 Advanced Setting 21 ...
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... book; • one safety leaflet; • one Quick Connection Guide one video cable (single wire) with yellow RCA connectors; 2 Getting Started Unpacking the Receiver You should receive the following items: ON/STANDBY MUTE PHONES HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER VOLUME SOURCE FM/AM TUNING MEMORY OK SOURCE SETUP TEST TONE SURR MODE EQ DIGITAL INPUT DSP...
... book; • one safety leaflet; • one Quick Connection Guide one video cable (single wire) with yellow RCA connectors; 2 Getting Started Unpacking the Receiver You should receive the following items: ON/STANDBY MUTE PHONES HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER VOLUME SOURCE FM/AM TUNING MEMORY OK SOURCE SETUP TEST TONE SURR MODE EQ DIGITAL INPUT DSP...
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... speaker rear right speaker • Do not use your set immediately after transferring it from it will light up and Maintenance of the Receiver EN • Provide spaces for sufficient ventilation as follows: 1. Inserting Batteries into Remote Control Insert two AA(R6) batteries according to ... place it directly at your Components from Overheating Install batteries as indicated: 10 cm/4" 10 cm/ 4" ON/STANDBY MUTE PHONES HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER SOURCE FM/AM TUNING MEMORY OK SOURCE SETUP TEST TONE EQ DIGITAL INPUT SURR MODE DSP MODE ST / MONO VOLUME BASS/TREBLE...
... speaker rear right speaker • Do not use your set immediately after transferring it from it will light up and Maintenance of the Receiver EN • Provide spaces for sufficient ventilation as follows: 1. Inserting Batteries into Remote Control Insert two AA(R6) batteries according to ... place it directly at your Components from Overheating Install batteries as indicated: 10 cm/4" 10 cm/ 4" ON/STANDBY MUTE PHONES HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER SOURCE FM/AM TUNING MEMORY OK SOURCE SETUP TEST TONE EQ DIGITAL INPUT SURR MODE DSP MODE ST / MONO VOLUME BASS/TREBLE...
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... composite video (yellow RCA connector) cable must also be able to plug in the digital input jack of the receiver and select OPTICAL on the receiver setting (see details...receiver provides one optical and one more optical digital connecting cable (not supplied). DVD, SAT or CD) to the appropriate digital inputs and press DIGITAL INPUT to S-VIDEO IN (TV) RT2600 ONLY OPTICAL 1 RT2600 ONLY FR FL OPTICAL 2 SR SL RT2600...Tape Deck to LINE OUT (Tape Deck) to the Home Theater. You can also be connected for each SAT receiver, DVD player or CD player. When optical cable is used...
... composite video (yellow RCA connector) cable must also be able to plug in the digital input jack of the receiver and select OPTICAL on the receiver setting (see details...receiver provides one optical and one more optical digital connecting cable (not supplied). DVD, SAT or CD) to the appropriate digital inputs and press DIGITAL INPUT to S-VIDEO IN (TV) RT2600 ONLY OPTICAL 1 RT2600 ONLY FR FL OPTICAL 2 SR SL RT2600...Tape Deck to LINE OUT (Tape Deck) to the Home Theater. You can also be connected for each SAT receiver, DVD player or CD player. When optical cable is used...
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... the antenna horizontally to coaxial digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices. Press down on the system's back panel. DVD / CD / SAT OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Optical Fiber Cable Connect to open the termi- EXTERNAL INPUT RT2600 ONLY Connecting the Antennas OPTICAL 1 FR FL ...OPTICAL 1 FR FL OPTICAL 2 SR SL RT2600 ONLY SUB CEN SUBWOOFER PRE OUT 6 CH. EXTERNAL INPUT RT2600 ONLY HINT • For FM reception, extend antenna to its full length and arrange the Antenna as shown EN below in order to receive clear reception. 5 nal OPTICAL 1 COAXIAL...
... the antenna horizontally to coaxial digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices. Press down on the system's back panel. DVD / CD / SAT OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Optical Fiber Cable Connect to open the termi- EXTERNAL INPUT RT2600 ONLY Connecting the Antennas OPTICAL 1 FR FL ...OPTICAL 1 FR FL OPTICAL 2 SR SL RT2600 ONLY SUB CEN SUBWOOFER PRE OUT 6 CH. EXTERNAL INPUT RT2600 ONLY HINT • For FM reception, extend antenna to its full length and arrange the Antenna as shown EN below in order to receive clear reception. 5 nal OPTICAL 1 COAXIAL...
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...the subwoofer (with purple/black terminal). Speaker Polarity When connecting the speakers, make sure the polarities ("+" speaker wire to "+" on the receiver. For more information please refer to section "Fine Setting of speakers and subwoofers. Antenna and Speaker Wire Connection Push terminal tab down on ...are reversed, the sound will lack bass ("out of speaker cord about 2/3 inch (15 mm). Do the same for connection. This receiver offers a high flexibility for user to use the subwoofer with small speakers, it is completely removed from the ends of speaker wires and...
...the subwoofer (with purple/black terminal). Speaker Polarity When connecting the speakers, make sure the polarities ("+" speaker wire to "+" on the receiver. For more information please refer to section "Fine Setting of speakers and subwoofers. Antenna and Speaker Wire Connection Push terminal tab down on ...are reversed, the sound will lack bass ("out of speaker cord about 2/3 inch (15 mm). Do the same for connection. This receiver offers a high flexibility for user to use the subwoofer with small speakers, it is completely removed from the ends of speaker wires and...
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...the channels. Dolby Digital Manufactured under License from Dolby Laboratories. Copyright 19921997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. copyright 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Factory Setting The unit is preset to the following procedures: 1. Press SURR. MODE key when holding SOURCE UP... power cord in place. from Dolby Laboratories. No. 5,451,942 and other electronic components and Your receiver is equipped with the following settings when you first power the receiver up right out of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
...the channels. Dolby Digital Manufactured under License from Dolby Laboratories. Copyright 19921997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. copyright 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Factory Setting The unit is preset to the following procedures: 1. Press SURR. MODE key when holding SOURCE UP... power cord in place. from Dolby Laboratories. No. 5,451,942 and other electronic components and Your receiver is equipped with the following settings when you first power the receiver up right out of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
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... 14 10 6 ON/STANDBY MUTE PHONES HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER VOLUME SOURCE FM/AM TUNING MEMORY OK SOURCE SETUP TEST TONE .... 10 V-AUX Input For convenient use of individual speaker. (See page 9 for next station. When the system is no custom EQ effect. Speakers will be activated under stereo mode. MODE Press repeatedly to 120 minutes. 12... be generated in preset mode. In normal mode, press to select the input device (analog / optical / optical 2 (RT2600 only) / coaxial). DSP (Digital Sound Processor) Press this button to the mode it for about 2 seconds to toggle ...
... 14 10 6 ON/STANDBY MUTE PHONES HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER VOLUME SOURCE FM/AM TUNING MEMORY OK SOURCE SETUP TEST TONE .... 10 V-AUX Input For convenient use of individual speaker. (See page 9 for next station. When the system is no custom EQ effect. Speakers will be activated under stereo mode. MODE Press repeatedly to 120 minutes. 12... be generated in preset mode. In normal mode, press to select the input device (analog / optical / optical 2 (RT2600 only) / coaxial). DSP (Digital Sound Processor) Press this button to the mode it for about 2 seconds to toggle ...
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... to Control Additional Components" on page 14. 11 10. Press AUDIO button to the receiver (Analog, Optical, Optical 2 (RT2600 only) or Coaxial). Press the left and right buttons, , the display will toggle .../FM 7 • To store Preset Stations. (For details, refer to your 9 receiver such as CD, VCR, DVD, TAPE, etc.. Operation Buttons In TUNER mode, press AM/FM on the remote. ...mode is pressed. 11 Adjustment Buttons a. The remote con- trol currently operates most Thomson, RCA and GE prod- ucts, but it can Additional Components"). SURR (Surround Sound Control) ...
... to Control Additional Components" on page 14. 11 10. Press AUDIO button to the receiver (Analog, Optical, Optical 2 (RT2600 only) or Coaxial). Press the left and right buttons, , the display will toggle .../FM 7 • To store Preset Stations. (For details, refer to your 9 receiver such as CD, VCR, DVD, TAPE, etc.. Operation Buttons In TUNER mode, press AM/FM on the remote. ...mode is pressed. 11 Adjustment Buttons a. The remote con- trol currently operates most Thomson, RCA and GE prod- ucts, but it can Additional Components"). SURR (Surround Sound Control) ...
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Operating Your Receiver Display CR S RS • Audio output is in dts mode (RT2600 only) • Audio output is in Dolby Digital mode. • Audio output is in Dolby Pro Logic mode. • Audio output is in Memory or Preset mode. LCR LS LFE RS • Speaker Icons. MEMORY • Unit in Dolby Pro Logic II mode. (RT2600 only) ST • Tuner stereo signal detected. KHz MHz • Tuner frequency unit. EQ • EQ effect activated. 12 TUNED • Tuner station detected. SLEEP • Unit in Sleep mode.
Operating Your Receiver Display CR S RS • Audio output is in dts mode (RT2600 only) • Audio output is in Dolby Digital mode. • Audio output is in Dolby Pro Logic mode. • Audio output is in Memory or Preset mode. LCR LS LFE RS • Speaker Icons. MEMORY • Unit in Dolby Pro Logic II mode. (RT2600 only) ST • Tuner stereo signal detected. KHz MHz • Tuner frequency unit. EQ • EQ effect activated. 12 TUNED • Tuner station detected. SLEEP • Unit in Sleep mode.
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... be able to the DVD input (audio + video) on the receiver and press the DVD button, or press source button repeatedly until VCR is selected, you connect a DVD player to have the sound and image transmitted by the DVD. SOURCE SOURCE FM/AM TU 13 Operating Your Receiver Selection of Audio/Video ...source When one of the receiver, press the VCR button , or press source button repeatedly until DVD is selected, image and sound from the socket Example 1: If ...
... be able to the DVD input (audio + video) on the receiver and press the DVD button, or press source button repeatedly until VCR is selected, you connect a DVD player to have the sound and image transmitted by the DVD. SOURCE SOURCE FM/AM TU 13 Operating Your Receiver Selection of Audio/Video ...source When one of the receiver, press the VCR button , or press source button repeatedly until DVD is selected, image and sound from the socket Example 1: If ...
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...is selected, the source name will turn off. 5. Press and hold the corresponding Source Button (like CD, TV, DVD, TAPE, etc.). Your receiver has a built in advance (not necessary for recent RCA & Proscan models). 1. Example: you will be programmed. 2. V-AUX - Using the Remote to Control Additional Components ... page 24 to see if the component will be connected to the amplifier. Example: Press DVD to select DVD as the source to the above standard source. Operating your Receiver You can connect up the brand and corresponding code number in the code list from the ...
...is selected, the source name will turn off. 5. Press and hold the corresponding Source Button (like CD, TV, DVD, TAPE, etc.). Your receiver has a built in advance (not necessary for recent RCA & Proscan models). 1. Example: you will be programmed. 2. V-AUX - Using the Remote to Control Additional Components ... page 24 to see if the component will be connected to the amplifier. Example: Press DVD to select DVD as the source to the above standard source. Operating your Receiver You can connect up the brand and corresponding code number in the code list from the ...
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.../ AM while the unit is encoded with those on the receiver 3. Select the DVD source. 4. Adjust volume knob accordingly 15 Operating your Receiver NOTE Once your remote is encoded, you can partly control them through the receiver. Switch ON your receiver for details) NOTE To play a source EN After having ...battery compartment of the remote control, all previously programmed codes again. this unit). If you can press ON/OFF on the DVD disc menu to the receiver via the optical or coaxial terminal 2. You need to select the Dolby Digital 5.1 on the remote once to turn off...
.../ AM while the unit is encoded with those on the receiver 3. Select the DVD source. 4. Adjust volume knob accordingly 15 Operating your Receiver NOTE Once your remote is encoded, you can partly control them through the receiver. Switch ON your receiver for details) NOTE To play a source EN After having ...battery compartment of the remote control, all previously programmed codes again. this unit). If you can press ON/OFF on the DVD disc menu to the receiver via the optical or coaxial terminal 2. You need to select the Dolby Digital 5.1 on the remote once to turn off...
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Manual tuning 1. Weak signal can press and hold TUNING UP or DOWN for about one second to switch on the receiver. 5- To select band, press the FM/AM button to toggle between AM/FM mode. Selecting Mono or Stereo Sound Press ST/MONO on the main ... BA DSP MODE ST / MONO V 16 Connect the FM and AM antenna accordingly (see "Advance sound section" for more efficient search. 4- In this mode the receiver will automatically tune frequencies until the optimal sound is found. TV and other electronic devices could be the cause of the antenna until it finds...
Manual tuning 1. Weak signal can press and hold TUNING UP or DOWN for about one second to switch on the receiver. 5- To select band, press the FM/AM button to toggle between AM/FM mode. Selecting Mono or Stereo Sound Press ST/MONO on the main ... BA DSP MODE ST / MONO V 16 Connect the FM and AM antenna accordingly (see "Advance sound section" for more efficient search. 4- In this mode the receiver will automatically tune frequencies until the optimal sound is found. TV and other electronic devices could be the cause of the antenna until it finds...
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...frequencies. 17 Adjust the antenna for the best reception for 3 seconds. Press the MEMORY button on the remote control. Operating your Receiver Storing radio stations: The receiver can enter every single radio station repeatedly. Automatic preset storing : (FM only) 1. Tune to the radio station to 40 ...FM or AM band by pressing FM/AM SOURCE SOURCE FM/AM TUNING MEM SOURCE SOURCE FM/AM TUNING MEMO 2. yourself or the receiver can affect the "Automatic Preset Storing function" efficiency. Select the band by pressing FM/AM EN memory. Weak signal can store all...
...frequencies. 17 Adjust the antenna for the best reception for 3 seconds. Press the MEMORY button on the remote control. Operating your Receiver Storing radio stations: The receiver can enter every single radio station repeatedly. Automatic preset storing : (FM only) 1. Tune to the radio station to 40 ...FM or AM band by pressing FM/AM SOURCE SOURCE FM/AM TUNING MEM SOURCE SOURCE FM/AM TUNING MEMO 2. yourself or the receiver can affect the "Automatic Preset Storing function" efficiency. Select the band by pressing FM/AM EN memory. Weak signal can store all...
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...preset stations 1. The external decoder device will send the separated audio information to the receiver that when the receiver is in 6 CH mode). 18 AM TUNING MEMORY OK OPTICAL 1 FR FL OPTICAL 2 SR SL RT2600 ONLY SUB CEN SUBWOOFER PRE OUT 6 CH. SOURCE SOURCE FM/AM T NOTE... During 6-Channel direct input mode, TAPE OUT and REC OUT of VCR mode will then amplify the signal and send to DVD...
...preset stations 1. The external decoder device will send the separated audio information to the receiver that when the receiver is in 6 CH mode). 18 AM TUNING MEMORY OK OPTICAL 1 FR FL OPTICAL 2 SR SL RT2600 ONLY SUB CEN SUBWOOFER PRE OUT 6 CH. SOURCE SOURCE FM/AM T NOTE... During 6-Channel direct input mode, TAPE OUT and REC OUT of VCR mode will then amplify the signal and send to DVD...
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Advanced Sound Control Sound Enhancement Systems This receiver is a digital surround system which only four channels ( Front Left, Front Right, Centre and Rear ) are used, the new system provides stereo separation of program (such as VCR). [ Dolby Digital The Dolby Digital mode lets you enjoy ...Speaker Center Speaker Listening Zone Front Right Speaker Subwoofer Digital Theater Systems (DTS) (RT2600 only) DTS is equipped with several built-in sound enhancement systems. Dolby Pro Logic II (RT2600 only) The Pro Logic II mode uses the built-in DVD, SAT/CAB, TV and CD mode. (When digital ...
Advanced Sound Control Sound Enhancement Systems This receiver is a digital surround system which only four channels ( Front Left, Front Right, Centre and Rear ) are used, the new system provides stereo separation of program (such as VCR). [ Dolby Digital The Dolby Digital mode lets you enjoy ...Speaker Center Speaker Listening Zone Front Right Speaker Subwoofer Digital Theater Systems (DTS) (RT2600 only) DTS is equipped with several built-in sound enhancement systems. Dolby Pro Logic II (RT2600 only) The Pro Logic II mode uses the built-in DVD, SAT/CAB, TV and CD mode. (When digital ...
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...selected If Analog Input is selected DVD SAT VCR V-AUX TV CD TAPE TUNER Dolby Digital/DTS(RT2600 only) PRO LOGIC Dolby Digital/DTS(RT2600 only) PRO LOGIC N/A PRO LOGIC N/A PRO LOGIC Dolby Digital/DTS(RT2600 only) STEREO STEREO STEREO N/A STEREO N/A STEREO The receiver will keep the last selection ... this setting to adjust the sound without interrupting your easiest use (see table). SOURCE SAT DVD CD VCR V-AUX FM/AM TAPE TV DEFAULT INPUT (as seen on the display as long as (STADIUM / THEATER / CONCERT / CLUB / CHURCH / ARENA). While Normal is different from a cassette deck...
...selected If Analog Input is selected DVD SAT VCR V-AUX TV CD TAPE TUNER Dolby Digital/DTS(RT2600 only) PRO LOGIC Dolby Digital/DTS(RT2600 only) PRO LOGIC N/A PRO LOGIC N/A PRO LOGIC Dolby Digital/DTS(RT2600 only) STEREO STEREO STEREO N/A STEREO N/A STEREO The receiver will keep the last selection ... this setting to adjust the sound without interrupting your easiest use (see table). SOURCE SAT DVD CD VCR V-AUX FM/AM TAPE TV DEFAULT INPUT (as seen on the display as long as (STADIUM / THEATER / CONCERT / CLUB / CHURCH / ARENA). While Normal is different from a cassette deck...