RCA RT2250, RT2250R User Manual

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FCC Information

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 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
particular installations.
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 or 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 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.

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.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULL Y INSER T.

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. RT2250/ RT2250R
Remote Control No. CRK76
Date of Purchase

Place of Purchase

Serial No.

Service Information

This product should be serviced only by those specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques. For instruc­tions on how to obtain service, refer to the warranty included in this Guide

WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

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

THE EXCLAMATIONPOINT
WITHIN THETRIANGLE ISA
WARNING SIGNALERTING
YOU OF IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING THE
PRODUCT.

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM/BACK OFPRODUCT

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Contents

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FCC Information
Getting Started

Unpacking the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Inserting batteries into remote control . . . . . .2

Set up and Maintenance of the Receiver . . . . .2

Connecting to Audio-Visual Components . . . .3

Connecting the Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Connecting the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Connecting the Subwoofers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Positioning your Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Connecting for Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Using Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Demo Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Restore to Factory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Operating your Receiver

Receiver Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Y our Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

The Built-in Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Seek Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Storing and Recalling Stations 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Fine Setting of the Components . . . . . . . . . . .12

Input IQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Input Signal Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Fine Setting of the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

The TEST/ SET UP button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Speaker Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Speaker Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Displaying Program Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Care and Maintenance

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Receiver/Tuner Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Cleaning the Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Equipment Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Remote Codes

Cable Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

VCR Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

TV Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Satellite Receivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Audio (RCA only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Laserdisc Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

US Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Canadian Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

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Unpacking the Receiver

For RT2250 & RT2250R, check that you received the fol­lowing items:

• one receiver unit;

• one RCA Universal Remote Control (CRK76);

• one external FM Dipole antenna;

• one external AM loop antenna;

• one audio cable (two wires) with red and white RCA
connectors;

• one video cable (single wire) with yellow RCA con-
nectors;

• one instruction book;

• one safety leaflet;

• and one pair of AA batteries.

For RT2250, you also received:

• one set of spearkers including 2 left and right front
speakers, 1 centre speaker , 1 subwoofer and 2 left and
right rear speakers.

• 6 speaker cables including:
2 x red/ balck cable for front speakers,
1 x blue/ black cable for centre speaker ,
1 x brown/ black cable for subwoofer &
2 x grey/ black cable for rear speakers.

Inserting Batteries into
Remote Control

Insert two AA(R6) batteries according to the + and ­signs on the battery compartment. To use the remote
control, point it directly at your receiver .

Set up and Maintenance of
the Receiver

• Provide spaces for suf ficient ventilation as indicated:

• Do not connect to the AC power cords until all con­nections are completed.

• Do not use your set immediately after transferred
from a cold place to a warm place: there is risk of
condensation.

• Do not expose your set to water projections and
excessively high temperatures.

• After having disconnected your set, clean the case
with a soft cloth, or with a slightly humid chamois
leather . Never use strong solvents.

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Getting Started

Connecting to Audio-Visual
Components

This receiver allows you to connect to a large variety
of audio or video components.

Before you Connect

• Protect components from power surges.

• Connect all components before plugging any
power cords into the wall outlet.

• Always turn off the receiver and/or components
before you connect or disconnect any cables.

• Contact consumer relations if you have questions
concerning the connections or components.

Note: Always make sure that color-coded pins match
the color of the terminals in which they are inserted.
The connection cable plugs and jacks are color-coded
as follows:

Speaker T erminals: RT 2250- Red/Black (Main
Speakers), Blue/Black (Center Speaker), Grey/Black
(Rear Speakers) and Brown/Black (subwoofer).

RT2250R - Red/ Black (Main, Center & Rear Speakers)

RCA Phono T ype Terminals: Red for the right (R)

channel. White for the left (L) channel. Yellow for the
video. Black for the powered subwoofer .

Positioning the Cables

Cables should be positioned correctly to avoid audio
hum or interference. Below are a few suggestions:

• Insert all cable plugs into their jacks firmly.

• Place audio/video cables to the sides of the receiv­er’s back panel instead of straight down the middle
after you have connected the components.

• Try not to coil any power cables and keep them
away from the audio/video cables as much as possible.

• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly
grounded.

Protect your Components from Overheating

• Do not block ventilation holes in any component.
Arrange the components so that air can circulate
freely.

• Do not stack components directly on top of each
other .

• Allow adequate ventilation when placing your
components in a stand.

• Place an amplifier near the top shelf of the stand so
heating air rising from it will not affect other compo­nents. If you have a satellite receiver , you should place
it on the top shelf.

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Getting Started

Connecting to Audio-Visual Components

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Remark: If you have a video
camera, video game machine, or an
extra VCR, connect it to VCR 2 jack
at the front of the receiver

Connect components
capable of outputing
Dolby Digital (e.g. DVD
or SAT) or standard
PCM (CD) format digital
signals. Read section on
"Input Signal Setting"
under "Advanced
Sound Control" carefully
to adjust the matching
input settings.

DVD

e.g. DTS

(Decoder)

to AUDIO OUT

to VIDEO OUT (DVD)

to AUDIO OUT(DVD)

to AUDIO OUT (DVD)

Multi-Channel
Decoder

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 Dolby Digital sound quality. One optical / coaxial
cable is needed for each SAT receiver / DVD player. When optical or
coaxial cable is used, no more analog cable is needed.
Note: This receiver provides one optical and one coaxial digital input for
the connection of your auxillary components. Please connect your
components (e.g. DVD, SAT or CD) to the appropriate digital inputs and
press SET/ DEMO and then rotate MULTI JOG to match your connection.

SAT

to VIDEO OUT (SAT)

to AUDIO OUT (SAT)

TV

to S-VIDEO OUT (SAT)

to S-VIDEO OUT (DVD)

to S-VIDEO IN (TV)

UNIT
BACK PANEL

Tape Deck

to LINE OUT
(Tape Deck)

to LINE IN ( Tape Deck )

to AUDIO OUT (CD)

CD Player

If your CD player is equipped with digital optical jacks, using of
optical cable is preferred. What you need is just one more
optical digital connecting cord(not supplied). Plug it in the digital
input jack of the receiver and you can enjoy better sound quality
brought to you by the optical cable. When optical cable is used,
no more analog cable is needed.
Note: This receiver has one digital optical jack only. Be sure that
such connection does not prevent optical cable connection of
other components (e.g. DVD & SAT)

to VIDEO IN (TV)

to AUDIO OUT (TV)

to AUDIO OUT (VCR)

to VIDEO OUT (VCR)

to AUDIO IN (VCR)

to VIDEO IN (VCR)

If your video component has a S-Video jack
included, you can make use of it to enjoy
enhanced video quality by connecting it to the
relevant S-Video jack at the rear side of the
receiver. One video cable is needed for each
component. When S-Video cable is used, no
more analog video cable is needed.
Note: Before plugging in the optical cable or S­Video cable, make sure to match the shape of the
plug and jack, otherwise, you will not be able to
plug in completely.

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Getting Started

Connecting the Antennas

The AM and FM antennas connect to the AM and
FM terminals on the system’s back panel. They must
be hooked up in order to receive clear reception.
Uncoil the antenna wires and locate the bare ends.
Press down on the tab to open the terminal and
insert the wire. Snap the tab closed. After connect-

ing the antennas, extend
them to their full length
and adjust their positioning
for better reception.

Connecting the
Speakers

At least two front speakers
(left and right) are required.
For better sound quality,
Center speaker , rear speak­ers and Subwoofer are pre­ferred. Adding center and
rear speakers will enhance
surround effects. Adding a
Subwoofer will increase
bass response.

If you want to enjoy full range of sound effects, with
small speakers, it is a must to use the subwoofer
with the speakers to maintain adequate bass signal
for the surround sound effect.

Speaker cords, 1 for each speaker , are needed for
connection. Twist the stripped ends of speaker cord
about 2/3 inch (15 mm). Press down on the tab to
open the terminal and insert the wire. Snap the tab
closed. To ease speaker connections, the speaker
cords and the terminals are color-coded into:

Red/Black (Main Speakers), Blue/Black (Center
Speaker) and Grey/ Black (Rear Speakers). When con­necting the speakers, make sure the colors of speak­er wires and terminals are matched. If the cords are
reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack
bass.

Connecting the Subwoofer

For RT2250, connect the subwoofer with the audio
cord (brown/ black) provided. For RT2250R, or if you
want to connect your own powered subwoofer , a
monoaural audio cord (not supplied) is needed.

This receiver offers a high flexibility for user to use a
large variety of speakers and subwoofers. For more
information please refer to section “Fine Setting of
the Speakers” in “Advanced Sound Control” on
page 12.

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Antenna and Speaker

Wire Connection

Push Speaker terminal tab
down to insert wire.

Release tab to lock wire in
the terminal.

NOTE: Make sure the insulation
is completely removed from the
ends of the Antenna and
speaker wires at all connection
points.

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SUB WOOFER

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SPEAKER

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Use this jack on the left back
panel for connecting powered
sub- woofer.

SURROUND SOUND SPEAKERS

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