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MODE SAT DVD FM/ AM CD HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER 6 CH VCR-1 TV ARENA CLUB TEST/ SET UP PRESET EQ VCR-2 TAPE DSP OFF NIGHT BYPASS SET DEMO MULTI JOG BLE S-VIDEO VCR 2 VIDEO L AUDIO R a l RT2500/ RT2500R Audio/Video Receiver RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 3 u s e r m a n I LEVEL I u DSPoirguoinct a d e l s s o r VOLUME TRE BASS I STADIUM CONCERT THEATER CHURCH I TUNING P.SCAN SURR.
MODE SAT DVD FM/ AM CD HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER 6 CH VCR-1 TV ARENA CLUB TEST/ SET UP PRESET EQ VCR-2 TAPE DSP OFF NIGHT BYPASS SET DEMO MULTI JOG BLE S-VIDEO VCR 2 VIDEO L AUDIO R a l RT2500/ RT2500R Audio/Video Receiver RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 3 u s e r m a n I LEVEL I u DSPoirguoinct a d e l s s o r VOLUME TRE BASS I STADIUM CONCERT THEATER CHURCH I TUNING P.SCAN SURR.
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... A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT. For Your Records In the event that the unit and the equipment receiving interference are designed to radio and television reception. Date of Purchase Place of purchase, and the serial number: Model No. NO USER...), try to comply with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of the following measures: • Reorient the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for additional suggestions. RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 4 FCC Information This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF) energy, and...
... A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT. For Your Records In the event that the unit and the equipment receiving interference are designed to radio and television reception. Date of Purchase Place of purchase, and the serial number: Model No. NO USER...), try to comply with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of the following measures: • Reorient the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for additional suggestions. RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 4 FCC Information This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF) energy, and...
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RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 5 Contents FCC Information Remote Codes EN Cable Codes 15 Getting Started VCR Codes 15 Unpacking the Receiver 2 TV Codes 16 Inserting batteries into remote control . . . . . .2 Satellite Receivers 17 Set up and Maintenance of the Receiver . . . . .2 Audio (RCA only 17 Connecting to Audio... in Memory . .10 Using the Receiver to Play DVD/ CD/ Video Cassette Player 10 Using the Remote to Control Additional Components 10 Advanced Sound Control Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby 3 Stereo 11 5.1 ch Input for Dolby Digital 11 Stereo 11 DSP 12 Night Mode...
RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 5 Contents FCC Information Remote Codes EN Cable Codes 15 Getting Started VCR Codes 15 Unpacking the Receiver 2 TV Codes 16 Inserting batteries into remote control . . . . . .2 Satellite Receivers 17 Set up and Maintenance of the Receiver . . . . .2 Audio (RCA only 17 Connecting to Audio... in Memory . .10 Using the Receiver to Play DVD/ CD/ Video Cassette Player 10 Using the Remote to Control Additional Components 10 Advanced Sound Control Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby 3 Stereo 11 5.1 ch Input for Dolby Digital 11 Stereo 11 DSP 12 Night Mode...
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... UP PRESET EQ BYPASS DVD SAT CD FM/ AM HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER VCR-1 TV VCR-2 TAPE SET DEMO MULTI JOG Digital Sound Processor VOLUME BASS TREBLE S-VIDEO VCR 2 VIDEO L AUDIO R LEVEL 10 cm For RT2500, you received the following items: • one receiver unit; • one RCA Universal Remote Control (CRK76); • one external FM Dipole...
... UP PRESET EQ BYPASS DVD SAT CD FM/ AM HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER VCR-1 TV VCR-2 TAPE SET DEMO MULTI JOG Digital Sound Processor VOLUME BASS TREBLE S-VIDEO VCR 2 VIDEO L AUDIO R LEVEL 10 cm For RT2500, you received the following items: • one receiver unit; • one RCA Universal Remote Control (CRK76); • one external FM Dipole...
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...consumer relations if you to connect to a large variety of the terminals in any component. RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 7 Getting Started Connecting to Audio-Visual Components This receiver allows you have connected the components. • Try not to coil any power cords into...ventilation when placing your Components from power surges. • Connect all antennas and cables are inserted. Red/ Black (Main, Center & Rear Speakers) RCA Type Terminals: Red for the left (L) channel. Positioning the Cables Protect your components in a stand. • Place an amplifier near the top ...
...consumer relations if you to connect to a large variety of the terminals in any component. RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 7 Getting Started Connecting to Audio-Visual Components This receiver allows you have connected the components. • Try not to coil any power cords into...ventilation when placing your Components from power surges. • Connect all antennas and cables are inserted. Red/ Black (Main, Center & Rear Speakers) RCA Type Terminals: Red for the left (L) channel. Positioning the Cables Protect your components in a stand. • Place an amplifier near the top ...
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...(DVD) Multi-Channel Decoder e.g. RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 8 Getting Started EN Connecting to Audio-Visual Components Remark: If you have a SAT receiver or DVD player, you can make use of an optical digital connecting cord (not supplied) or coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied) to enjoy DTS/ Dolby Digital sound quality. Be sure...
...(DVD) Multi-Channel Decoder e.g. RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 8 Getting Started EN Connecting to Audio-Visual Components Remark: If you have a SAT receiver or DVD player, you can make use of an optical digital connecting cord (not supplied) or coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied) to enjoy DTS/ Dolby Digital sound quality. Be sure...
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...is a must be distorted and will be hooked up in "Advanced Sound Control" on the system's back panel. They must to enjoy full range of the Antenna and speaker wires at all...and terminals are needed . Snap the tab closed . SURROUND SOUND SPEAKERS Connecting the Subwoofer For RT2500, connect the subwoofer with the speakers to use the subwoofer with the audio cord (brown/...wire. To ease speaker connections, the speaker cords and the terminals are preferred. This receiver offers a high flexibility for user to maintain adequate bass signal for the surround sound effect...
...is a must be distorted and will be hooked up in "Advanced Sound Control" on the system's back panel. They must to enjoy full range of the Antenna and speaker wires at all...and terminals are needed . Snap the tab closed . SURROUND SOUND SPEAKERS Connecting the Subwoofer For RT2500, connect the subwoofer with the speakers to use the subwoofer with the audio cord (brown/...wire. To ease speaker connections, the speaker cords and the terminals are preferred. This receiver offers a high flexibility for user to maintain adequate bass signal for the surround sound effect...
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...place. It will appear in the outlet. When the receiver is in STANDBY mode, press accordingly as 87.5MHz after the settings have plugged in the power, a demo message will also be displayed if you have been restored. 7 RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 11 Getting ... preset radio station frequencies, speaker settings,etc, back to the first time you turn down the volume before plugging your audio system, use it will scroll on the receiver. Demo Mode Right after headphones are connected, "HEADPHONE DOWNMIX 2 CHANNEL" will first enter TUNER mode and show frequency as ...
...place. It will appear in the outlet. When the receiver is in STANDBY mode, press accordingly as 87.5MHz after the settings have plugged in the power, a demo message will also be displayed if you have been restored. 7 RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 11 Getting ... preset radio station frequencies, speaker settings,etc, back to the first time you turn down the volume before plugging your audio system, use it will scroll on the receiver. Demo Mode Right after headphones are connected, "HEADPHONE DOWNMIX 2 CHANNEL" will first enter TUNER mode and show frequency as ...
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RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 12 Operating your Receiver LEVEL EN STANDBY 1 MUTE 2 PHONES 3 5 STADIUM CONCERT THEATER CHURCH ARENA CLUB DSP OFF 9 I I 4 DVD SAT CD FM/ AM HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER VCR-1 TV VCR-2 TAPE MULTI JOG 8 SET DEMO Digital Sound Processor VOLUME BASS 6 TREBLE S-VIDEO VCR 2 VIDEO L AUDIO R 16 Receiver Controls 7.DSP (Digital.... knob. When the the mode (STADIUM/ CONCERT/ again to return to the most recently system is turned on receiver refer to the mode it for DVD, SAT & adjust the volume of your headphones (not...
RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 12 Operating your Receiver LEVEL EN STANDBY 1 MUTE 2 PHONES 3 5 STADIUM CONCERT THEATER CHURCH ARENA CLUB DSP OFF 9 I I 4 DVD SAT CD FM/ AM HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER VCR-1 TV VCR-2 TAPE MULTI JOG 8 SET DEMO Digital Sound Processor VOLUME BASS 6 TREBLE S-VIDEO VCR 2 VIDEO L AUDIO R 16 Receiver Controls 7.DSP (Digital.... knob. When the the mode (STADIUM/ CONCERT/ again to return to the most recently system is turned on receiver refer to the mode it for DVD, SAT & adjust the volume of your headphones (not...
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...store desired frequency in TUNER mode). 4. Input your desired channel num- 9. You can test it works, the red LED will toggle among DOLBY DIGITAL, DOLBY PRO LOGIC, DOLBY 3 STEREO, STEREO and DSP modes. (For details, refer to section "Advanced Sound Control" on page 11.) Note: The remote buttons GO... have inserted the batteries into the remote control (see page 10 "Using the Remote to Control Additional Components"). RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 13 Operating your Receiver Your Remote Control EN Please be stored. (For details, refer to "Storing and Recalling Stations in Memory"...
...store desired frequency in TUNER mode). 4. Input your desired channel num- 9. You can test it works, the red LED will toggle among DOLBY DIGITAL, DOLBY PRO LOGIC, DOLBY 3 STEREO, STEREO and DSP modes. (For details, refer to section "Advanced Sound Control" on page 11.) Note: The remote buttons GO... have inserted the batteries into the remote control (see page 10 "Using the Remote to Control Additional Components"). RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 13 Operating your Receiver Your Remote Control EN Please be stored. (For details, refer to "Storing and Recalling Stations in Memory"...
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... RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 14 Operating your Receiver EN The Built-in Radio STANDBY STADIUM CONCERT THEATER CHURCH ARENA CLUB DSP OFF NIGHT The receiver...INPUT•SEEK 0 9 ANT•FMS REVERSE PLAY FORWARD 2 RECORD STOP PAUSE AUDIO DIGITALLEVEL SURR 5 universal Digital Sound Processor VOLUME BASS 3 TREBLE S-VIDEO VCR 2 VIDEO L AUDIO R LEVEL Storing and Recalling Stations in Memory...4 6 CH TEST/SETUP PRESET EQ BYPASS DVD SAT CD FM/ AM HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER VCR-1 1TV VCR-2 TAPE SET DEMO MULTI JOG You can store up ...RCA & Proscan models) 1.
... RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 14 Operating your Receiver EN The Built-in Radio STANDBY STADIUM CONCERT THEATER CHURCH ARENA CLUB DSP OFF NIGHT The receiver...INPUT•SEEK 0 9 ANT•FMS REVERSE PLAY FORWARD 2 RECORD STOP PAUSE AUDIO DIGITALLEVEL SURR 5 universal Digital Sound Processor VOLUME BASS 3 TREBLE S-VIDEO VCR 2 VIDEO L AUDIO R LEVEL Storing and Recalling Stations in Memory...4 6 CH TEST/SETUP PRESET EQ BYPASS DVD SAT CD FM/ AM HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER VCR-1 1TV VCR-2 TAPE SET DEMO MULTI JOG You can store up ...RCA & Proscan models) 1.
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... only want the receiver to adjust the sound without degrading the sound quality. If only a few functions operate, check to see which enables you play decoded Dolby Pro Logic program source, such as Stadium, Concert, Theater, Arena, Church, Club. Use this stream of the brands shown. • If batteries are used . Dolby Digital provides better...
... only want the receiver to adjust the sound without degrading the sound quality. If only a few functions operate, check to see which enables you play decoded Dolby Pro Logic program source, such as Stadium, Concert, Theater, Arena, Church, Club. Use this stream of the brands shown. • If batteries are used . Dolby Digital provides better...
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...SET UP button. Speaker Configurations You can also change the default settings if your audio system. Fine Setting of the Components Input IQ One of the smartest features of the receiver is selected Dolby Digital Dolby Digital N/A N/A N/A STEREO N/A N/A PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC PRO... DVD, SAT, CD) directly. RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 16 Advanced Sound Control EN Night Mode By using Dynamic Range Compression technology, you can enjoy enhanced sound quality by Dolby Digital at night without interrupting your digital components (e.g. Tables below . Smart ...
...SET UP button. Speaker Configurations You can also change the default settings if your audio system. Fine Setting of the Components Input IQ One of the smartest features of the receiver is selected Dolby Digital Dolby Digital N/A N/A N/A STEREO N/A N/A PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC PRO... DVD, SAT, CD) directly. RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 16 Advanced Sound Control EN Night Mode By using Dynamic Range Compression technology, you can enjoy enhanced sound quality by Dolby Digital at night without interrupting your digital components (e.g. Tables below . Smart ...
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RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 17 Advanced Sound Control Front Speaker selection Center Speaker...Small Large/ Small/ None Large/ Small/ None Yes/ No + / 0-40 ft 0-40 ft 0-40 ft Speaker Icons EN The receiver shows you the speakers' types and settings on the right-hand side of the display. (See diagram) It is important to note,...the display will adjust the appropriate delay compensation for Low Frequency Effect. For example, the diagram shown means you have all Dolby Digital sources are set the volume size or speakers' distance by how you have five channels plus LFE*. In this case, ...
RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 17 Advanced Sound Control Front Speaker selection Center Speaker...Small Large/ Small/ None Large/ Small/ None Yes/ No + / 0-40 ft 0-40 ft 0-40 ft Speaker Icons EN The receiver shows you the speakers' types and settings on the right-hand side of the display. (See diagram) It is important to note,...the display will adjust the appropriate delay compensation for Low Frequency Effect. For example, the diagram shown means you have all Dolby Digital sources are set the volume size or speakers' distance by how you have five channels plus LFE*. In this case, ...
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... Image Ratio: 27dB @ 1000kHz IF Rejection: 35dB FM TUNER SECTION: Frequency Response: 40Hz - 15kHz +/-3dB Quieting: 24dBu Signal to the audio system. Remote Control Operation The remote control does not operate the unit. • Another function mode is selected on the main unit or there is an... Response: 10Hz to 6MHz at the remote control sensor on the remote. RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 18 Care and Maintenance EN Troubleshooting Tips Receiver/Tuner Operation STEREO indicator is off . • Make sure the digital setting (optical, coaxial or analog) is correct. • Check if ...
... Image Ratio: 27dB @ 1000kHz IF Rejection: 35dB FM TUNER SECTION: Frequency Response: 40Hz - 15kHz +/-3dB Quieting: 24dBu Signal to the audio system. Remote Control Operation The remote control does not operate the unit. • Another function mode is selected on the main unit or there is an... Response: 10Hz to 6MHz at the remote control sensor on the remote. RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 18 Care and Maintenance EN Troubleshooting Tips Receiver/Tuner Operation STEREO indicator is off . • Make sure the digital setting (optical, coaxial or analog) is correct. • Check if ...
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RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 21 Remote Codes KAWASHO KAYPANI KENWOOD KLOSS NOVABEAM KTV LOEWE LOGIK LUXMAN LXI MAGNAVOX MAJESTIC MARANTS MARANTZ MEGATRON MEI ..., 5001 GENERAL INSTRUMENTS 5060, 5061, 5062 PANASONIC SATELLITE RECEIVER 5075 PRIMESTAR DBS 5076 PROSCAN SATELLITE RECEIVER 5000, 5001 RCA SATELLITE RECEIVER 5000, 5001 REALISTIC 5063 SONY SATELLITE RECEIVER 5072 STS1 5064 STS2 5065 STS3 5066 STS4 5067 TOSHIBA 5068 TOSHIBA SATELLITE RECEIVER 5073 UNIDEN SATELLITE RECEIVER 5069 Audio (RCA/Dimensia only) AM/FM AUX PHONO CD TAPE 4003...
RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 21 Remote Codes KAWASHO KAYPANI KENWOOD KLOSS NOVABEAM KTV LOEWE LOGIK LUXMAN LXI MAGNAVOX MAJESTIC MARANTS MARANTZ MEGATRON MEI ..., 5001 GENERAL INSTRUMENTS 5060, 5061, 5062 PANASONIC SATELLITE RECEIVER 5075 PRIMESTAR DBS 5076 PROSCAN SATELLITE RECEIVER 5000, 5001 RCA SATELLITE RECEIVER 5000, 5001 REALISTIC 5063 SONY SATELLITE RECEIVER 5072 STS1 5064 STS2 5065 STS3 5066 STS4 5067 TOSHIBA 5068 TOSHIBA SATELLITE RECEIVER 5073 UNIDEN SATELLITE RECEIVER 5069 Audio (RCA/Dimensia only) AM/FM AUX PHONO CD TAPE 4003...
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RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 22 ...VCR 4 Connecting the speakers 5 Connecting the subwoofer 5 D Demo Mode 7 DIGITAL button 9 Digital camera 8 Digital Sound Processor (DSP) Mode 8, 9 Displaying program formats 13 DIM selection 8 Display 8 Dolby 3 Stereo 11 Dolby Digital 11 Dolby Pro Logic 11 DSP mode 12 SAT button (see Function buttons) 8, ...TAPE button (see Source Buttons) 9 TEST/ SET UP button 8, 12 THEATER button (see DSP mode) 8, 9 Troubleshooting tips 15 TUNER button (see Source buttons) 8, 9 Tuning Buttons 8 Tuning the receiver 10 TV button (see Function buttons) 8, 9 V VCR1 button (see...
RT2500 ENG 5/26/00 2:56 PM Page 22 ...VCR 4 Connecting the speakers 5 Connecting the subwoofer 5 D Demo Mode 7 DIGITAL button 9 Digital camera 8 Digital Sound Processor (DSP) Mode 8, 9 Displaying program formats 13 DIM selection 8 Display 8 Dolby 3 Stereo 11 Dolby Digital 11 Dolby Pro Logic 11 DSP mode 12 SAT button (see Function buttons) 8, ...TAPE button (see Source Buttons) 9 TEST/ SET UP button 8, 12 THEATER button (see DSP mode) 8, 9 Troubleshooting tips 15 TUNER button (see Source buttons) 8, 9 Tuning Buttons 8 Tuning the receiver 10 TV button (see Function buttons) 8, 9 V VCR1 button (see...