Rca RT2400R, RT2300R, RT2400 User Manual

RT2300 RT2300R

RT2400 RT2400R

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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 Jof Part 15of

FCCRules. Theserules 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 adifferent 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 isavailable from the U.S. Government Printing Office,

Washington, DC 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.

ForYour Safety

The AC power plug is polarized (one blade iswider 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 adifferent one. De net attempt to

bypass this safety feature.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,

FULLY INSERT.

ForYour Records

Inthe 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. RT23001RT2300RIRT24001RT2400R Remote Control No. CRK76AD1 Date of Purchase

Placeof 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

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WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE

OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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FCCInformation ................ 1

Getting Started ................. 3

Unpack the Receiver .................. 3

Inserting batteries into remote control ...... 3

Set up and Maintenance of the Receiver

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Connecting to Audio.Visual

Components ......................... 4

Connecting the Antennas .............. 6

Connecting the speakers .............. 6

Subwoofers .............................. 6

Positioning your speakers ............. 7

Connecting for power ................. 8

Using Headphones .................... 8

Demo Mode .......................... 8

Restore to Factory Settings ............ 8

How to Operate your Receiver ..... 9

Receiver Controls ..................... 9

Your Remote Control ................. 10

The Built-in Radio .................... 11

Seek Tuning ............................. 11

Storing and Recalling Stations in Memory ...11

Using the Receiver to Play DVD ........ 12

Using the Receiver to Play CD ......... 12

Using the Receiver to Play Video Cassette

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Using the Remote to Control additional

components ........................ 12

Cleaning the Exterior ................ 15

Equipment Specifications ............. 15

Remote Codes ................. 16

Cable Codes ............................ 16

VCR Codes .............................. 16

TV Codes ............................... 17

Satellite Receivers ....................... 18

Audio (RCA/Dimensia only) ............... 18

Laserdisc Players ......................... 18

Index ........................ 19

USWarranty .................. 20

Canadian Warranty ............. 21

Advanced Sound Control ........ 13

Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby 3 Ster eo .... 13

Dolby Digital ........................ 13

Setting up the Speakers .............. 13

The Test Tone / Setup button .............. 13

Input IQ ............................ 14

Night Mode ......................... 14

Auto Detect ......................... 14

Demo Mode ......................... 14

Program Format Display .............. 14

Care and Maintenance .......... 15

Troubleshooting Tips ................. 15

Receiver/Tuner Operation ................. 15

Remote Control Operation ................ 15

General ................................ 15

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Unpack the Receiver

Check that you received the following items with the receiver:

• one receiver unit;

• one RCA Universal Remote Control (CRK76AD1);

• one external FM Dipole antenna;

• one external AM loop antenna;

• one instruction book;

• one owner registration/survey card;

• and one safety leaflet.

• one pair of AA batteries;

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

• one video cable (single wire) with yellow RCAconnectors;

Inserting batteries into

remote control

Insert two AA(R6) batteries with the + and- on the

battery compartment. To usethe remote control, point

it directly at your receiver.

Set up and Maintenance of the Receiver

• Providespacesfor sufficient ventilation as indicated:

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Do not connect to the AC power cords until

all of the connections are completed.

Do not useyour set immediately after transfer from a cold place to a warm place: 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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Connecting to Audio.Visual Components

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

Before you Connect

•Protect componentsfrom power surges.

• Connect all components before plugging any

power cordsinto 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: If you purchase the receiver with the speaker set ( i.e. RT2300, RT2400), please make sure the color-

coded pins match the color of the terminals in which

they are inserted. The connection cable plugs and

jacks are color-codes follows:

• Make sureall antennasand cablesare properly

grounded.

Protect your Components from

Overheating

• Do not block ventilation holes in any component. Arrange the components sothat 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 flow around other components. If you have a satellite receiver, you should place it on the top shelf.

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Speaker Terminals To ease speaker connections

the speaker cords and the terminals are color-coded

into: Red/Black (Main Speakers), Blue/Black (Center Speakers) and Grey/Black (Rear Speakers). When connecting the speakers, make sure the color of speaker wires and terminals are matched.

RCA Phono Type T_erminals Red for the right (R)

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

Positioning the Cables

Cables should be positioned correctly to avoid audio hum or interference. A few suggestions below:

• Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.

• Place audio/video cables to the sides of the

receiver's back panel instead of straight down the middle after you connect the components.

• Try not to coil any power cables and keep them

away from the audio/video cables asmuch as possible.

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Tips:

1.If your CDplayer isequipped with digital opticaljacks, using optical cableispreferred. What you need isjust 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 isused,no more analog cableisneeded.

2.If you have a video camera,video gamemachine, or an extra VCRs,connect it to VCR2jack at the front of the receiver.

3.If you have a SATreceiver or DVD player, you can make useof an optical digital connecting cord (not supplied) or coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied) to enjoy Dolby Digital sound quality. One optical / coaxial cable isneeded for each SATreceiver /

DVD

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To AUDIO OUT

To AUDIO

OUT

DVDplayer.When optical cable is used,no more analog cable is needed.

Note: The optical cablejack isfor either DVD or CD.If you have

plugged in the optical cablefor DVD, usethe analog cable for CD,

or unplug the optical cable from DVDand plug it in CDwhen use.

4. If your video component hasaS-Videojack included, you can make useof it to enjoy enhanced video quality by connecting it to

the relevant S-Videojack at the rear side of the receiver.1video cable isneeded for eachcomponent. When S-Video cable isused,

no more analog video cable isneeded.

Note: Before plugging in the optical cable or S-Videocable, make sureto match the shapeof the plug andjack, or you won't beable to plug in completely.

with Optical Cable

with Coaxial Cable

To S-VIDEO OUT

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To VIDEO

OUT

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To AUDIO OUT

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OUT OUT

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Tape Deck I (Tape Deck)

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VIDEO IN

To VIDEO OUT

TOVIDEO IN (VCR) To AUDIO OUT

To AUDIO IN (VCR)

To S-VIDEO IN

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Antenna and Speaker

Wire Connection

Push Speaker terminal tab down to insert wire.

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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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