RCA RP-9990 User Manual

USER‘S GUIDE

RP-9990

DOLBY PROLOGIC

AMPLIFIER IN A SUBWOOFER

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION REQUIRED BY FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION CONCERNING RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE

This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF) energy, and if not installed and used properly, this equipment may cause interference to radio and television reception.

This equipment has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Computing Device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules. These rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against radio and television interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception (which you can determine by turning the equipment off and on), try to correct the interference by one of more of the following measures:

• Reorient the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for the radio or television that is “receiving” the interference).

• Move the unit away from the equipment that is receiving interference.

• Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so that the unit and the equipment receiving interference are on different branch circuits.

If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, “How To Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems. “This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-0345-4 when ordering copies.

precautions

• Never open the cabinet under any circumstances. Never operate this product with the cabinet removed. Any repairs or internal adjustments should be made only by a trained service technician.

• Do not touch the pick-up lens which is located inside the disc compartment. Also, to keep dust from collecting on the pick-up lens, do not leave the compartment door open for an extended period of time. If the lens becomes dirty, clean it with a soft brush, or use an air blower brush designed for camera lenses.

• Do not touch the player with wet hands. If any liquid enters the player cabinet, take the player to a trained service technician for inspection.

• This Compact Disc Player uses a laser to read the music on the disc. The laser mechanism corresponds to the cartridge and stylus of a traditional record player. Although this product incorporates a laser pick-up lens, it is completely safe when operated according to directions.

for your safety

The AC power plug is polarized (one blade is wider than the other) and only fits into AC power outlets one way. If the plug won’t go into the outlet completely, turn the plug over and try to insert it the other way. If it still won’t fit, contact a qualified electrician to change the outlet, or use a different one. Do not attempt to bypass this safety feature.

important battery information

• If you’re not going to use your remote control for a month or more, be sure to remove batteries because they can leak and damage the unit.

• Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according to federal, state, and local regulations.

• Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with a different battery type, if inserted incorrectly, if all batteries are not replaced at the same time, if disposed of in fire, or if an attempt is made to charge a battery not intended to be recharged.

• Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking batteries can cause skin burns or other personal injury.

service information

This product should be serviced only by those specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques.

for your records

In the event that service should be required, you may need both the Model number and the serial number. In the space below, record the date and place of purchase, and the serial number:

Model No. RP-9990

Date of Purchase __________________ Place of Purchase __________________ Serial No. _________________________

WARNING:

OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

TO PREVENT FIRE

THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE PRODUCT.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.

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Table of Contents

Safety Precautions ............................................ 2

important Information ................................ 2

precautions........................................................... 2

for your safety ................................................... 2

important battery Information .............. 2

service information ......................................... 2

For Your Records ................................................ 2

Table of Contents ............................................... 3

First Things First................................................. 4

Unpack the system............................................ 4

Check for moisture .......................................... 4

Choose a Location............................................ 4

SETTING UP THE SYSTEM ........................................ 5

rear panel connection.................................. 5

aux ............................................................................. 5

cd................................................................................. 5

tv ................................................................................. 5

surround speakers (8 ohm) .......................... 5

speakers r/c/l (4 ohm) ...................................... 5

subwoofer volume control ....................... 5

ac voltage selectors switch ....................... 5

connecting speakers ....................................... 6

GENERAL HINTS FOR CONNECTING ................. 6

CONNECTING THE FRONT SPEAKERS ............... 6

CONNECTING THE SURROUND SPEAKERS...... 6

POSITIONING SPEAKERS ........................................ 7

GENERAL HINTS FOR POSITIONING

THE SPEAKERS .......................................................... 7

POSITIONING THE CENTER SPEAKER................ 7

POSITIONING THE FRONT SPEAKERS ............... 7

POSITIONING THE SURROUND SPEAKERS ...... 7

CONNECTING FOR POWER................................... 7

General Controls ............................................... 8

FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION ............................... 8

POWER ON/STANDBY............................................ 8

MUTE LED INDICATOR .......................................... 8

VOLUME ( /-).............................................................. 8

SURROUND MODE.................................................. 8

AUDIO SOURCE (TV/CD/AUX) ............................. 8

l,c,r,s, led indicator ......................................... 8

Using the remote control ............................. 9

battery installation ....................................... 9

general controls .............................................. 9

power ........................................................................ 9

mute ........................................................................... 9

tv ................................................................................. 9

cd................................................................................. 9

aux ............................................................................. 9

normal center.................................................... 9

phantom center ................................................ 9

bypass ........................................................................ 9

test tone ................................................................. 9

surround ( /-)........................................................ 9

center ( /-) ................................................................ 9

balance reset ........................................................ 9

balance ( /-)............................................................. 9

bass ( /-) ..................................................................... 9

treble ( /-) ................................................................. 9

audio reset ............................................................ 9

vol ( /-)....................................................................... 9

using the system .................................................. 10

Pro Logic mode .................................................... 10

NORMAL mode....................................................... 10

phantom mode ................................................... 10

selecting the Pro Logic mode .................... 10

troubleshooting tips ....................................... 11

equipment specifications................................ 12

care and maintenance .................................... 12

index ......................................................................... 13

limited warranty ............................ backcover

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First Things First

Unpack the system

Unpack the system and its accessories. You should have:

• one subwoofer

• two front speakers

• two surround speakers

• one center speaker with remote control sensor

• one remote control

• five speaker wires

• built-in cable for remote control

Check for moisture

Just as moisture can form on the inside of windows on a cold day, it can also form on the inside of your stereo, causing it to malfunction. Some situations in which condensation might form include the following:

• Immediately after a heater has been turned on;

• In a steamy or very humid room;

• When the system is suddenly moved from a cold environment to a warm, moist one; for example, in moving the stereo from a cool air conditioned room to an outside porch on a humid, summer day.

If moisture forms inside the unit, it may not operate properly. To correct the problem, turn off the power and wait about 30 minutes for moisture to evaporate.

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

SPEAKERS

POWER

MUTE

TV CD AUX

PHANTOM

NORMAL

TEST

BYPASS

TONE

CENTER

TREBLE

SURROUND BASS

BALANCE

RESET

AUDIO

VOL

RESET

RP9990

REMOTE

CONTROL

CENTER SPEAKER

WITH REMOTE

CONTROL SENSOR

BLACK/BLUEWIRE (1)

BLACK/REDWIRE (2)

Choose a Location

These guidelines should be followed when deciding on a place to put your stereo system:

• Choose a level, solid, surface. Don’t place it on a soft surface, such as carpeting or foam rubber.

• Choose a location away from direct sunlight, radiators, air ducts, and other sources of heat.

• Avoid locations that are subject to moisture, mechanical vibration, shock, or excessive dust.

• Make sure that the location has adequate air circulation. Good ventilation is essential to protect the system from internal heat build up.

• To avoid color interference, the unit should also be placed at least one to two feet from the television.

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FRONT SPEAKERS

BLACK/GREYWIRE (2)

Be a Pack Rat

It is a good idea to keep the box and all of the packing materials your system came with in case you need to store, move or ship the unit at a later date.

SETTING UP THE SYSTEM

rear panel connection

aux

Connect the audio output (typically the AUX OUT) from an existing audio output amplifier or receiver here. Audio sources connected to the receiver or amplifier can be heard through the RP9990.

Connect the audio output from a CD player here. The audio from the CD player can be heard through the TH900.

Connect the audio output from a TV here. The audio from the TV can be heard through the TH900.

SURROUND SPEAKERS (8 ohm)

Connect the supplied Left and Right Surround Speakers here.

speakers R/c/l (4 ohm)

Connect the supplied Right and Center and Left Front Speakers here.

AUX CD

SUBWOOFER

MIN MAX

VOLUME

AC 220V-60Hz

110V-50Hz

REMOTE SENSOR

INPUT

SURROUND SPEAKERS

RC L

SPEAKERS

SUBWOOFER VOLUME CONTROL

You can adjust the subwoofer’s output power by rotating the subwoofer volume control at the back of the unit.

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