TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
This symbol
indicates important
instructions accompanying
the product.
personal injury.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match
wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire
la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond.
Do not defeat the safety feature of the plug. The wide blade fits into
the wall socket only one way. If you need an extension cord, make sure
it matches the plug of the TV.
Operate audio/video receiver only on 120 volts, 60 Hz AC power (normal
house power).
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to
this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
WARNING
To reduce fire or shock
hazard, do not expose this
receiver to rain or moisture.
Table of Contents
First Things First ...................................................... 3
Operating the Receiver .......................................... 7
Tuning the Receiver ........................................................................ 8
Appendix H: Preset Station List Form ........... 56
Index ............................................................................ 57
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First Things First
Hi, my name is Susan …
...and I wrote this user manual along with the help of the
engineers, designers and product managers. We worked
hard to make sure that you have a rewarding experience
using this RCA A/V receiver.
read the first four chapters
The first section of this owner’s manual shows you how to
use your audio receiver for the first time. The next three
sections tell you about using the receiver’s controls and
programming the remote. Use the last sections of the
manual to connect your receiver to other components
and as a general reference. If you have a specific question,
refer to the table of contents or the index.
First Things First
1
➣
Operating the Receiver
2
➣
Tour of the receiver
3
3
Programming the Remote
4
➣
PLEASE READ THE NOTES IN THE TEXT
The engineers and designers gave me some great tips
about this audio/video receiver. When a tip applies to the
information on a page, I included it in a note box at the
bottom of the page.
READ ME…
Note boxes like this one
contain helpful and interesting
information about using your
audio receiver.
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First Things First
CABLE
BOX
IN
OUT
OR ANTENNA
L/MONO RIGHT
S-VIDEO
INPUT 1
VIDEO
L/MONO RIGHT
S-VIDEO
INPUT 2
VIDEO
L/MONO RIGHT
INPUT 3
VIDEO
ANT A
SIGNAL
SOURCE
ANT B
L/MONO RIGHT
OUTPUT
BRIDGED
FROM
INPUT 1
VIDEO
L/MONO RIGHTVIDEO
L/MONO RIGHTVIDEO
FIXED
OUTPUT
TV TUNER
OUTPUT
TV
AUDIO
RECEIVER
IN OUT
IN OUT
IN OUT
(MONO)
1
2
VIDEO
SUB WOOFER
OUT
AUDIO
SOURCE
VCR 2/LDMONITOR
OUT
CDTAPE/MDTV
VCR 1DSS
VCR 2/
LD
VCR 1DSS
AUDIO
AUDIO
L
R
L
R
Step 1: Unpack the Receiver
Unpack the receiver and the accessories. The accessories
packed with the receiver include the RCA Universal Remote
(CRK67A1-224875), four batteries, an AM loop antenna, an
FM wire antenna, and Important Safeguards.
Step 2: Connect the Receiver
Before you plug in and turn on your audio/video receiver,
connect the receiver to the components in your system and
connect the speakers.
The next section shows how to connect the receiver to a TV
only. If you are going to connect the receiver to a TV and
VCR, laserdisc player or other component, see Appendix A:Connecting the Receiver.
For information on connecting your speakers, see AppendixA: Connecting the Receiver. For three suggestions on placing
your speakers for the best sound, see Appendix B: SpeakerPlacement.
TV Only
Do not plug your TV or VCR into the “switched”
outlet on the back of the receiver.
You will need:
(1) paired (red/white) stereo cable
(1) single (yellow) video cable
(1) coaxial cable.
Connect the cables as shown on the right.
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First Things First
Step 3: Put Batteries in the Remote
1. Slide the battery compartment cover off the back of
the remote.
2. Insert the four batteries, matching the + and - ends of each
battery with the symbols in the compartment.
3. Replace the cover.
Step 4: Plug in the receiver
Before you plug in the receiver, connect the other components
and speakers.
Plug the power cord in the wall outlet, matching the wide blade
of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the
plug completely.
Step 5: Turn on the receiver
Press the POWER button on the receiver or any device button on
the remote.
Read on…
The next section tells you how to
operate the receiver. Then, read
the section that takes you on a
tour of the receiver and
remote control.
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6
Operating the Receiver
If you have questions …
…about the front panel or remote control buttons as you
go through this section, refer to Chapter 3, Tour of theReceiver.
First Things First
1
➣
Operating the Receiver
2
➣
Tour of the receiver
3
➣
Programming the Remote
4
Important:
In order to safeguard your
hearing, turn the volume down
before turning on your receiver.
Also, unless otherwise specified,
the buttons mentioned in this
chapter are on the remote control.
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Operating the Receiver
Tuning the Receiver
1. Push the AM/FM button to activate the tuner.
2. Press the AM/FM button again to select the AM or
FM band.
Tuning
Press the FF button to move up the AM or FM band.
Press the REW button to move down the AM or FM band.
Auto Tuning
Use the SEEK feature to automatically search for stations of
sufficient strength.
Press INPUT•SEEK. “SEARCH” appears in the display.
Beginning at its current frequency, the tuner finds and stops
on the next station whose frequency is strong enough to be
received. To continue the search, press INPUT•SEEK again.
Storing Stations in Memory
You can store up to 30 AM and FM stations. These stations can
be stored in random order. Use the convenient Preset Stations
List on page 56 of this guide to note the name and location of
the stations you have stored.
To Store a Station
1. Press AM•FM to turn on the receiver.
2. Select the band—AM or FM.
3. Select the station you want to store in memory using the
methods described above.
4. Press the PROGRAM button. “MEMORY” blinks in the
display. While “MEMORY” is blinking, press number
buttons on the remote for the station.
For stations 1, 2 or 3 press 0, then press 1, 2, or 3. For
stations 4 through 30, press the numbers directly.
If the Memory indicator on the
display turns off before you
preset your station selection,
press PROGRAM again.
If the receiver is disconnected
from its power source, the preset
stations are maintained in
memory for up to 7 days.
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OPERATING the Receiver
To Play a Preset Station
Press the appropriate Preset Stations number. For stations 1, 2
or 3 press 0, then press 1, 2, or 3. For stations 4 through 30, press
the numbers directly.
Or, press CHAN UP to tune to the next preset station or
CHAN DOWN to tune to the previous preset station.
Preset Scanning
Use the P.SCAN (Preset Scan) button on the receiver’s front panel
to review the preset stations stored in the tuner’s memory.
Press P.SCAN. “PRESET” and the station’s location in memory
appear in the display. The tuner automatically scans all preset
stations in order, pausing at each one for approximately
4 seconds.
When the tuner reaches the station you want, press P.SCAN to
stop the scanning. If the scan is not interrupted, the tuner
reviews all preset stations in order, stopping at the point where
the scan began.
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OPERATING the Receiver
Balancing the Speaker System
To reproduce sound effects as they were intended, the
speakers must be correctly balanced.
To balance the speakers using the test tone, all speakers must
be connected to your receiver. Your receiver must be in the
Dolby* Pro Logic Surround, Dolby 3 Stereo or Hall Mode.
To balance the speakers
1. Press the TEST button on the receiver front panel. The
receiver generates “pink noise” and applies it
automatically at 2-second intervals to the left main
channel, center channel, right main channel, and left and
right rear channels (simultaneously), in that order.
2. As the pink noise is generated, go to the spot in the room
where you are most likely to be when listening to your
system. The rear Surround sound and center speaker should
be adjusted to equal the level of output from the left and
right main speakers.
3. Make adjustments by pressing the CENTER•REAR button,
and then the + or -button on your remote control or the
LEVEL up or down button on the receiver. The output from
the selected speaker(s) is adjusted accordingly. The
adjustments will be indicated on the receiver’s display as
they are made.
Each time you press the + or - button on your remote
control or the LEVEL up or down button on the receiver to
adjust a channel, the receiver provides you with
4 more seconds of pink noise to that channel before
moving on to the next.
4. Press the TEST button again to end the test.
You may not need to check or adjust these levels again unless
you move your system, rearrange the speakers, or change your
preferred seating location in the room.
*Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
Fine tuning is best performed
with the remote control so that
adjustments can be made from
the viewing or listening area.
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OPERATING the Receiver
Using Swap Audio
Swap audio lets you change the sound from the large picture
to the small picture when you are watching TV and using
picture-in-picture (PIP) with an external video source.
To Use Swap Audio
When you are watching TV and turn on PIP, you can turn on
another video source and swap the sound from the large
picture coming from the TV to the small picture coming from
the other video source.
1. Press TV on the remote to turn on the TV and put the
receiver in TV mode.
2. Press the PIP button. PIP flashes for 4 seconds on the
receiver’s front panel. The empty PIP appears on the screen.
3. Activate a video source for the PIP. The picture from the
video source appears in the PIP.
4. Press TV.
5. Change to the TV channel you want to watch on the
large screen.
6. Press SWAP AUDIO to swap the sound between the large
picture and the small picture.
7. To swap the video between the large picture and the small
picture, use the SWAP PIP button on the remote.
If you swap the TV picture to the PIP and the other video
source to the large picture, you may not be able to swap
the audio.
To Change the Video Source and swap
the audio
If you want to change the video source for the PIP and want
to be able to use SWAP AUDIO:
1. Turn off PIP.
2. Change the video source to another video component
connected to the receiver.
3. Press TV to watch the TV.
4. Press PIP. The video source appears in the PIP. The video
from the TV appears in the large picture.
5. Press SWAP AUDIO to swap the audio as you want.
The Swap Audio feature may not
work with all TV brands with the
PIP feature.
If your TV has a PIP feature, see
the TV’s user’s guide for
instructions for using it.
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Tour of the Receiver
Buttons and connections
This section describes the receiver’s controls
and connections, including:
• The front panel
First Things First
1
➣
• The front panel display
• The remote control
• The back panel
Operating the Receiver
2
➣
Tour of the Receiver
3
➣
Programming the Remote
4
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Tour of the Receiver
POWER
50
VOLUME
SURROUND
PHONES
TUNING
SEEK
P.SCAN
BAND
SPEAKERS
MODE
TEST
CENTER
MODE
DELAY
REAR
CENTER
Front Panel
AM/FM Activates the tuner.
AUDIO SOURCE Selects the component plugged into the
Audio source input. This function is available on the front
panel only.
BALANCE Adjusts the sound from the left and right speakers.
BAND Selects the AM or FM radio band.
BASS Accesses Bass mode so that you can adjust the bass using
the LEVEL up and down buttons.
CENTER MODE Lets you select a center mode when using
Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby 3 Stereo:
Normal Select if you are using a small center speaker. This
is the recommended mode.
TREBLE
BASS
DSSVCR 2/LDVCR 1AUDIO SOURCEAM/FMTAPE/MDCDTV
BALANCE
LEVEL
LR
1000
Wide Select if the center speaker is large or the same as
the left and right speakers. The full range of Dolby
Surround Center Channel is routed to the center speaker.
Phantom Select when there is no center speaker. The
signal intended for the center speaker is divided equally
between the left and right main speakers. Phantom mode
is not available in 3 Stereo mode.
CENTER Selects the center speaker so you can adjust the
volume level.
CD Selects the CD player input.
DELAY Lets you choose 15, 20 or 30 milliseconds as the sound
delay in the rear speaker to adjust the audio output for room
size. When listening, the closer you are to the rear speakers,
the higher you should set the delay. Experiment to achieve the
best sound effect for your room. 20ms is recommended.
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DSS Selects the DSS® Receiver input.
LEVEL Lets you adjust the bass and treble levels, and the
rear and center speaker volume levels. Works with the BASS,
TREBLE, REAR and CENTER buttons.
P. SCAN Lets you review the preset stations.
PHONES Provides a connection for headphones.
POWER Turns the receiver on or off. The POWER indicator,
located in the center of the button, is red when the receiver
is in standby.
REAR Selects the rear speaker(s) so you can adjust the
volume level.
SEEK Searches for AM/FM stations of sufficient strength.
TAPE/MD Selects the tape or minidisc player as input.
SPEAKERS Turns on and off the speakers.
SURROUND MODE Selects a Surround Mode:
Dolby Pro Logic Turns on Dolby Pro Logic surround
sound with Surround sound speakers and is suggested for
video, home theater, TV and some music. This is the
recommended mode if you have all speakers.
Dolby 3 Stereo Turns on Dolby Pro Logic surround
sound without Surround sound speakers and is suggested
for video, home theater, TV and some music.
Hall Turns on Sound system without a center speaker
and is suggested for classical music, jazz and other music.
Bypass Turns off the Surround circuitry. Sound is
generated without effects—conventional stereo.
TEST Turns on “pink” noise so that you can balance
the speakers. Press again to turn off.
TREBLE Accesses Treble mode so that you can adjust the
treble using the LEVEL up and down buttons.
TUNING Moves up or down the selected AM/FM band.
TV Selects the TV as input.
VCR1 Selects VCR1 as input.
VCR2/LD Selects the second VCR or laserdisc player as input.
VOLUME Increases or decreases the volume. The indicator
turns green.
When you connect headphones,
if you do not want the main
speakers on, press the SPEAKERS
button to turn them off.
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STEREO
SEEK
REC
MEMORY
Status Indicators
MUTE
TEST
Front Panel Displays
The receiver’s display panel shows the current status of the
receiver and choices for some commands.
Status Indicators
PRO LOGIC Dolby* Pro Logic Surround mode is
turned on.
kHZ An AM station is selected.
MEMORY The receiver is memorizing the frequency of the
selected station.
PRESET
kHz
MHz
SPEAKERS OFF
PRO LOGIC
mS
MHz An FM station is selected.
MUTE The sound is muted. The MUTE symbol blinks in the
front panel display when the sound is muted.
PRESET The receiver is tuned to a preset station. The
PRESET symbol blinks in the front panel display when the
receiver is scanning , stays on when you are listening to a
preset station, and turns off when you manually tune
the receiver.
SEEK The receiver is in seek mode and searching for
a station.
SPEAKERS OFF The speakers are turned off.
STEREO An FM stereo signal is being received.
TEST The receiver is in Dolby test mode.
*Dolby and the “Double-D” symbol are trademarks of the Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corp.
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Function Displays
The receiver’s front panel displays function information such
as the frequency of the selected station when you press the
AM/FM button or change the station, or the selected
component as when you press the VCR2/LD button.
Mode Displays
The receiver’s front panel displays mode information such as
the selected Surround sound mode or the selected
Center mode.
STEREO
Band
PRESET
MHz
Station Frequency
PRO LOGIC
mS
Function Mode
mS
Selected Surround Mode
Selected Center Mode
PRO LOGIC
mS
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VCR
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RECPAUSE
PLAYREWFF
STOP
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INPUT•SEEK
RESET•REPDISPLAY
TV MENUMENU
PROGRAM
DELAY
CH CTRL
MOVE
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7
2
5
8
0
ANTENNA
3
6
9
CLEAR
PIPSWAP PIP
CTR MODE
BY-PASS SWAP
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Universal Remote Control
Your RCA Universal Remote Control is capable of operating
most RCA audio and video equipment. To use the remote
control effectively, always aim it directly at your receiver.
The remote control operates on four batteries, included with
your system. Install them before attempting to operate the
remote. Be sure to match the + and - ends of each battery to
the symbols shown in the remote’s battery compartment.
Basic Controls
MUTE Turns off the receiver’s sound. Press again to restore
the sound.
POWER Turns the AM/FM receiver off with one press. If you
have multiple components turned on and not the AM/FM
receiver, pressing POWER once turns off the last component
turned on. Pressing POWER again turns off all components.
VOL UP and DOWN Increases or decreases the volume.
Receiver Controls
AM•FM Activates the tuner and toggles between the AM
band and the FM band.
CTR MODE Changes the Center mode when using Dolby
Pro-Logic Surround or Dolby 3 Stereo surround modes. Press
once and the current mode appears. Press again to change
the mode.
DELAY/CH CTRL Selects the amount of Surround Sound delay
between the main and rear speakers. Choose from 15, 20 or
30 milliseconds. Press once and the current setting appears.
Press again to change the setting.
SURROUND Lets you select a Surround Mode: Dolby
Pro Logic Surround, Dolby 3-Stereo, Hall or By-Pass. Press once
and the current mode appears. Press again to change the
mode.
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SWAP AUDIO Swaps the audio only from the large picture to
the small picture when you are watching TV and using
picture-in-picture (PIP).
Surround Sound Level Controls
+
Increases the volume in rear and center speakers.
— Decreases the volume in rear and center speaker.
BY-PASS Turns on and off By-Pass mode, which cancels all
Surround sound modes. Sound is generated without effects.
REAR•CTR LEVEL Adjusts the balance level of the rear and
center speakers. Press once for Rear. Press again for Center.
Receiver/Tuner Controls
AUX If programmed, turns on another AM/FM brand and
puts the remote in AM/FM mode.
CHAN UP and DOWN Tunes the receiver to the next or
previous preset station stored in the receiver’s memory.
FF Lets you manually move up the AM/FM band.
INPUT•SEEK Searches for and stops on AM/FM stations with
signals of sufficient strength.
MENU/PROGRAM Stores the selected station in the
receiver’s memory.
Number Buttons Let you enter numbers when needed.
REW Lets you manually move down the AM/FM band.
TV Controls
+
On some RCA TV models, used to adjust menu controls.
— On some RCA TV models, used to adjust menu controls.
ANTENNA Changes the antenna input.
AUX If programmed, turns on another TV brand and puts the
remote in TV mode.
DELAY/CH CTRL In some RCA TV models, lets you control the
channel that appears in the PIP window.
CHAN UP and DOWN Tunes the TV channel up and down.
CLEAR Removes any menu from the screen.
DISPLAY Displays channel information.
You can program the remote to
operate many other brands of
audio and video components. See
Chapter 4, Programming the
Remote for details.
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GUIDE•RDM For some models, brings up 12 small pictures
(previews of the next 12 channels in the channel list). Press
again to turn off channel guide.
INPUT•SEEK For some TV models, toggles through the
available input sources.
MENU/PROGRAM For some models, stores channels in the
TV’s memory.
MOVE arrows In some models, when using PIP, moves the
small picture to another corner of the screen. Also, used for
menu navigation in some TV models.
Number Buttons Let you enter channel numbers and time
settings when needed.
PIP Turns on and off picture-in-picture on most RCA TV
models with PIP.
POWER Turns the TV off.
PREV CH•DISC Returns to the previous channel.
RESET•REP Returns picture quality controls to their
original settings.
SKIP Press once before changing channels and the TV waits
30 seconds before returning to the original channel. Press
repeatedly to increase the time.
SWAP PIP Swaps the main picture in the PIP window.
TV Turns on the TV and puts the remote in TV mode.
TV MENU Displays the TV’s on-screen menus.
VCR Controls
AUX If programmed, turns on another VCR brand and puts
the remote in VCR mode.
CHAN up and down Tunes to the next or previous channel
when watching TV through the VCR.
CLEAR Resets the tape counter and corrects entries when
programming the menus.
DISPLAY Displays channel, time and counter information on
the screen.
FF Fast forwards a tape. Also, searches forward while a tape
is playing.
INPUT•SEEK For some VCR models, selects line input
or tuner.
MENU/PROGRAM Displays the on-screen
programming menus.
If you have questions about the
use of the remote buttons with
another component, refer to the
component’s user’s guide.
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Tour of the Receiver
Number Buttons Let you enter numbers when needed.
PAUSE Pauses a tape.
PLAY Plays a tape.
POWER Turns the VCR off.
PREV CH•DISC Returns to the previous channel.
REC Records a tape.
REW Rewinds a tape. Also, searches backward while a tape
is playing.
SKIP Press once before changing channels and the TV waits
30 seconds before returning to the original channel. Press
repeatedly to increase the time.
STOP Stops a tape.
VCR1 Turns on the VCR and puts the remote in VCR1 mode.
VCR2•LD For some VCR models, if programmed, turns on a
second VCR and puts the remote in VCR2 mode.
LaserDisc Player Controls
AUX If programmed, turns on another laserdisc player brand
and puts the remote in laserdisc mode.
CHAN up and down Changes to the next higher or lower
track on the laserdisc.
FF Scans forward on the laserdisc.
Number Buttons Let you change to a specific track.
PAUSE Pauses the laserdisc.
PLAY Plays a laserdisc.
POWER Turns the laserdisc player off.
REW Scans backward on the laserdisc.
STOP Stops the laserdisc.
VCR2•LD For some laserdisc models, if programmed, turns on
the laserdisc player and puts the remote in laserdisc mode.
RCA DSS® Receiver Controls
ANTENNA Toggles between antenna input and
RCA DSS® input.
CHAN up and down Tunes to the next or previous channel
when watching TV through the RCA DSS® System. Steps
through the pages in the guide if in guide mode.
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Tour of the Receiver
DISPLAY Displays the RCA DSS® header on the screen. When
in the guide, lets you select a program. Also, lets you select an
option in a menu.
DSS•CABLE Turns on the RCA DSS® receiver, and puts the
remote in RCA DSS® mode.
GUIDE•RDM Displays the guide on the screen.
MOVE arrows Lets you point to different on-screen menu
items.
Number Buttons Let you enter numbers when needed.
POWER Turns the RCA DSS® receiver off.
CD Player Controls
AUX If programmed, turns on another CD player brand and
puts the remote in CD mode.
CD Turns on the CD player and puts the remote in CD mode.
CLEAR Clears an entry when programming the CD player.
DISPLAY In some CD models, lets you switch between the
number track information and time information.
GUIDE•RDM Activates the Random function, which plays a
random selection of tracks from one or all CDs.
FF Moves forward through the CD one track at a time.
MENU/PROGRAM Programs the CD Changer to play up to 32
tracks in any order you choose.
Number Buttons Let you enter numbers when needed.
PAUSE Pauses the CD.
PLAY Plays the CD.
PREV CH•DISC Selects a disc to be played. Press PREV
CH•DISC and then the CD number using the number buttons.
RESET•REP Repeats a track, a CD or an entire program. Press
once to repeat the currently playing track, twice for the CD or
program, and three times to turn the function off.
REW Moves backward through the CD one track at a time.
STOP Stops the CD from playing.
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Tour of the Receiver
Tape Deck Controls
AUX If programmed, turns on another tape deck brand and
puts the remote in tape deck mode.
FF Fast forwards the tape.
Number Buttons Let you enter numbers when needed.
PAUSE Pauses the tape.
PLAY Plays the tape.
POWER Turns the tape player off.
REW Rewinds the tape.
Satellite Receiver Controls
AUX If programmed, turns on another satellite receiver
brand and puts the remote in satellite receiver mode.
CHAN up and down Tunes to the next or previous channel
when watching TV through the satellite receiver.
Number Buttons Let you enter numbers when needed.
POWER Turns the satellite receiver off.
The buttons on the Universal
Remote may not work on all
other brands of components.
Experiment with the remote and
your components to see which
buttons work.
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Tour of the Receiver
FM ANT
AM ANT
300Ω
BAL
IN OUT
VCR 1DSS
VCR 1DSS
IN OUT
L
R
L
R
CDTAPE/MDTV
VCR 2/
LD
VCR 2/
LD
AUDIO
SOURCE
MONITOR
OUT
IN OUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
1
AUDIO
2
SUB WOOFER
(MONO)
OUT
SPEAKERS (8 )AC OUTLETS
MAIN
CENTER
L
R
Back Panel
AUDIO Connections Provides audio connections for
components such as a VCR, TV, CD player, laserdisc player or
tape player.
IN Provides audio input from another component.
OUT Sends audio output to another component, such as
a minidisc, tape player or VCR. Sends a signal to
the subwoofer.
SURROUND SPEAKERS (4 MIN.)
REAR
L
R
120V 60Hz
SWITCHED 180W, 1.5A MAX
UNSWITCHED 180W, 1.5A MAX
VIDEO Connections Provides video connections for the
video portion of another component such as a VCR, TV or
RCA DSS® Receiver.
IN Provides video input from another video component.
OUT Sends video output to another video component
such as a VCR.
Monitor Out Sends video output to the TV.
SPEAKERS Provides connection to the speakers.
SURROUND SPEAKERS Provides connection for the
Surround Sound speakers.
AC Outlets One switched AC outlet and one unswitched AC
outlet provide A/C power outlets for other components.
FM ANT Provides connection for an FM antenna.
AM ANT Provides connection for an AM antenna.
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Programming the Remote
If you want to use the remote
with your TV or other
component…
The universal remote already works with most other RCA,
GE and ProScan TVs and VCRs. However, you can program
the remote to control most brands of remote controllable
TVs, VCRs, cable boxes, satellite receivers, and audio
equipment.
First Things First
1
➣
Operating the Receiver
2
➣
Tour of the Receiver
3
➣
Programming the Remote
4
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Programming the Remote
Programming the Universal
Remote
You can program the universal remote to control most
brands of remote controllable TVs, VCRs and cable
boxes. If you have an RCA, GE or ProScan VCR, you may
not need to program the remote at all. Other
manufacturer’s brands need to be programmed.
Programming the Universal Remote
to Control a TV
To determine whether you need to program the
universal remote, turn on the TV, point the remote at
the TV’s remote sensor and press TV. Then, press the
POWER, or CHAN UP or DOWN button to see if the TV
responds to the remote commands. If not, you need to
program the remote.
Follow these steps to program your universal remote to
control your TV:
1. Turn on the TV.
2. Look up your TV brand and code number(s) in
the code list on the next page or on the code
sheet packed with your remote.
3. Press and hold the TV button on the remote.
4. Enter the three-digit code from the code list.
5. Release the TV button, then press POWER to
see if the TV responds to the remote
commands. If not, try pressing TV then
POWER.
6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 using the next code
listed for your TV brand until the TV responds
to the remote commands.
This remote may not operate all
models of the brands shown.
If a battery is removed from the
battery compartment of the
remote control, all control key
functions will return to the
original mode.
To determine whether you need to program the
universal remote, turn on the VCR, point the remote at
the VCR’s remote sensor, and press VCR1. Then, press the
POWER or CHAN UP or DOWN button to see if the VCR
responds to the remote commands. If not, you need to
program the remote.
Follow these steps to program your universal remote to
control your VCR:
1. Turn on the VCR.
2. Look up your VCR brand and code number(s)
in the code list on the next page or on the
code sheet packed with your remote.
3. Press and hold the VCR1 button on
the remote.
4. Enter the three-digit code from the code list.
5. Release the VCR1 button, then press POWER
to see if the VCR responds to the remote
commands. If not, try pressing VCR1
then POWER.
6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 using the next code
listed for your VCR brand until the VCR
responds to the remote commands.
This remote may not operate all
models of the brands shown.
To program the VCR2•LD button
to control a second VCR, follow
these steps but use the
VCR2•LD button instead of the
VCR1 button.
Programming the Universal Remote to
Control An Audio Component
To program the remote for a remote-controllable audio
component, point the remote at the component and press
the correct component button: CD for a CD player, TAPE for a
tape player, etc. Then, press POWER or CHAN UP or DOWN. If
the component doesn’t respond, the remote needs to be
programmed. Use the codes in the code list on the next page
or on the sheet packed with your remote.
Follow these steps to program your universal remote to
control your audio component:
1. Turn on the component to be programmed.
2. Look up the brand and corresponding code number
in the code list on the next page or on the code
sheet packed with your remote.
3. Press and hold the component button on
the remote.
4. Enter the three-digit code from the code list.
5. Release the component button, then press POWER
to see if the component responds to the remote
commands. If it doesn’t, try pressing the
component button, then POWER again.
6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 using the next code listed
for the brand of your component until the
component responds to the remote commands.
This remote may not operate all
models of the brands shown.
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Programming the Remote
AUDIO Co des
ads:AMP .................... 001
Aiwa:CD ....................... 060
Akai:AMP ............ 002, 008
Denon:CD ....................... 057
Dynamic Bass: AM/FM................ 029
CD ....................... 025
TAPE ........... 026, 027
PHONO ............... 028
Emerson:CD ....................... 066
FisherAMP .................... 023
CD ....................... 067
Hitachi:CD ....................... 063
JVC:AMP............ 016, 058
AM/FM........ 030, 035
CD ....................... 032
TAPE ........... 033, 034
AUX .................... 031
Kenwood:AMP ............ 017, 074
AM/FM................ 074
CD ....... 067, 070, 077
TAPE ........... 071, 072
PHONO ............... 073
Kyocera:AMP .................... 009
Lotte (NEC):AMP.................... 075
Magnavox:AMP .................... 065
AM/FM................ 065
CD ....................... 061
Marantz:AMP ............ 022, 076
AM/FM................ 076
CD ....................... 068
Mitsubishi:AMP............ 015, 059
AM/FM................ 059
Nakamichi:AMP .................... 020
Onkyo:AM/FM ................ 082
CD ....................... 078
TAPE ........... 080, 081
PHONO ............... 079
Panasonic:AMP .................... 012
AM/FM................ 038
CD ............... 036, 083
TAPE ................... 037
Philips:AMP.................... 062
AM/FM................ 062
CD ....................... 061
Pioneer:AMP .................... 014
AM/FM................ 042
CD ....................... 039
TAPE ........... 040, 041
RCA:AMP .................... 024
AM/FM ................ 003
CD ....... 007, 043, 044
TAPE ................... 006
PHONO ............... 005
AUX ............ 004, 054
Realistic:CD ............... 063, 066
Sansui:CD ....................... 045
Scott:CD ....................... 066
TAPE ........... 055, 056
Sherwood:AMP ............ 011, 013
Sony:AMP .................... 021
AM/FM ................ 049
CD ....................... 046
TAPE ........... 048, 053
PHONO ............... 047
Teac:AMP .................... 010
CD ....................... 069
Technics:AM/FM ................ 052
CD ....................... 050
TAPE ................... 051
Yamaha:AMP ............ 018, 019
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Programming the Remote
Programming the Universal Remote to
Control a Cable Box
Refer to the cable box connection page or contact your cable
company to hook up your cable box. You may be able to
program the remote for your remote controllable cable box.
Use the codes in the code list on the right or on the sheet
packed with your remote.
1. Turn on the cable box.
2. Look up the cable box brand and its code
number(s) in the code list on the next page or on
the code sheet packed with the remote.
3. Press and hold the DSS•CABLE button on
the remote.
4. Enter the three-digit code from the code list.
5. Release the DSS•CABLE button, then press POWER
or CHAN UP or DOWN to see if the cable box
responds to the remote commands. If not, try
pressing DSS•CABLE, then POWER again to see if
the cable box responds.
6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 using the next code listed
for the brand of your cable box until the cable box
responds to the remote commands.
This remote may not operate all
models of the brands shown.
Programming the Universal Remote to
Control a Laserdisc Player
You may be able to program your remote to control a
laserdisc player. Use the codes shown to the right or on the
sheet packed with your remote.
Follow these steps to program your universal remote to
control your laserdisc player:
1. Turn on the laserdisc player.
2. Look up the brand and its code number(s) in the
code list.
3. Press and hold the VCR2•LD button on the remote.
4. Enter the three-digit code from the code list.
5. Release the VCR2•LD button, then press POWER to
see if the laserdisc player responds to the remote
commands. If it doesn’t, try pressing VCR2•LD, then
POWER again.
6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 using the next code listed
for your brand until the laserdisc player responds
to the remote commands.
This remote may not operate all
models of the brands shown.
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Programming the Remote
Programming the Universal Remote to
Control an RCA DSS
®
Receiver
The remote is preprogrammed to control the RCA DSS
®
receiver. A few of the remote buttons used with the RCA DSS
receiver are shown below. You may want to experiment with
other buttons on the remote to see if they work with
your receiver.
Programming the Universal Remote to
Control A Satellite receiver
1. Turn on the satellite receiver.
2. Look up the satellite receiver brand and
corresponding code number(s) in the code list on
the right.
3. Press and hold the DSS•CABLE button on
the remote.
4. Enter the three-digit code from the code list.
5. Release the DSS•CABLE button, then press POWER
or CHAN UP or DOWN to see if the receiver
responds to the remote commands. If it doesn’t, try
pressing DSS•CABLE, then POWER again.
6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 using the next code listed
for the brand of your receiver until the receiver
responds to the remote commands.
This remote may not operate all
models of the brands shown.
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Programming the Remote
Programming the AUX button on the
Remote
You can program the AUX button on the remote to control
another component. The AUX button can be used to control
other brands of audio components, TVs, cable boxes, satellite
receivers, and VCRs.
To program the AUX button, follow these steps:
1. Turn on the component you want to program.
2. Look up the brand and corresponding code
number(s) in one of the code list on the
previous pages.
3. Press and hold the AUX button on the remote. Then,
press the other component button—AM/FM, TAPE,
CD, DSS•CABLE, etc.
4. Release the component button, but not the
AUX button.
5. Enter the three-digit code from the code list.
6. Release the AUX button, then press POWER or CHAN
UP or DOWN to see if the component responds to
the remote commands. If it doesn’t, press AUX, then
POWER again.
7. Repeat steps 3 through 6 using the next code listed
for the brand of your component until the
component responds to the remote commands.
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Appendix A: Connecting the Receiver
Things to know before
connecting the components
• 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.
• Always make sure the color-coded plugs match the
color of the terminals in which they are inserted. The
connection cable plugs and jacks are color-coded
as follows:
Speaker Terminals Red for positive (+) terminals.
Black for negative (—) terminals.
First Things First
1
➣
Operating the Receiver
2
➣
Tour of the receiver
3
3
➣
RCA Phono Terminals Red for the right (R) channel.
White for the left (L) channel. Yellow for the video (V).
Black for the subwoofer.
• Some units may be supplied with connection plugs that
are color coded red and black instead of red and white.
In this case, the black plug takes the place of the
white plug.
Position cables correctly to avoid
audio hum or interference
• 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 as much as possible.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly
grounded. Refer to the Safety Tips sheet packed with
your receiver.
Programming the Remote
4
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Appendix A: Connecting the Receiver
120V 60Hz
SWITCHED 180W, 1.5A MAX
UNSWITCHED 180W, 1.5A MAX
AC OUTLETS
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 on 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.
Using the “switched outlet”
• When another component is plugged into the
“switched” AC outlet on the back of the receiver, the
receiver power button will operate the power for the
other component.
• Do not plug your TV or VCR in the “switched” outlet on
the back of the receiver.
Using the Subwoofer Connections
You can connect the subwoofer outlet jacks to powerful
subwoofers, such as the RCA SP3350SW. Connect one of
the black terminals on the back of the receiver to the
subwoofer’s line input. If the subwoofer has two input
jacks, connect the receiver to the input jack labeled
“Mono.” If there is no label for Mono, use the right input
jack. If a second subwoofer is used, connect it to the
remaining receiver output jack.
See the subwoofer’s user’s manual for specific information
about adjusting the subwoofer.
AC Outlets
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Appendix A: Connecting the Receiver
TV and VCR
This connection provides
• stereo or surround sound from TV programs
broadcast in stereo
• stereo, surround sound or mono sound from a VCR
• viewing one channel on TV while recording another
channel
To use this connection, you
Should have
• (3) paired (red/white) stereo cables
• (3) single (yellow) video cables
• (2) coaxial cables
CABLE
To Connect
BOX
If your TV has more than one video
input, make sure the VCR1, VCR2 and
DSS buttons tune the TV to the same
channel that the receiver monitor
out is plugged into.
Refer to the TV’s user’s guide for
more information.
IN
OUT
OR ANTENNA
1. Connect the cables as shown in the
diagram below.
Using This Connection
To watch TV programs
1. Turn off the VCR.
2. Press TV and tune to a channel.
To watch or play a tape on the VCR
1. Press VCR1.
2. Press PLAY.
To record one program and watch another
1. Press VCR1 and tune to a channel.
2. Begin recording.
3. Make sure TV/VCR switch on the
VCR is set to TV.
4. Press TV and tune to a channel.
VCR
TV
AUDIO
RECEIVER
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
INPUT 3
VIDEO
L/MONO RIGHT
L/MONO RIGHT
L/MONO RIGHT
IN
OUT
LR
VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
IN OUT
VCR 1DSS
VCR 1DSS
IN OUT
L
R
L
R
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
SIGNAL
SOURCE
VCR 2/LDMONITOR
VCR 2/
LD
AUDIO
SOURCE
CDTAPE/MDTV
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
OUTPUT
BRIDGED
INPUT 1
ANT B
ANT A
OUT
IN OUT
FROM
TV TUNER
FIXED
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
1
2
SUB WOOFER
(MONO)
OUT
CH3
CH4
VIDEO
AUDIO
AUDIO
VIDEO
VIDEO
L/MONO RIGHT
L/MONO RIGHTVIDEO
L/MONO
RIGHT
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Appendix A: Connecting the Receiver
AUDIO
RECEIVER
RCA DSS
RECEIVER
SATELLITE DISH
OUT TO TV
CH3
CH4
L
S-VIDEO
SATELLITE
IN
VIDEOR
AUDIO
IN FROM ANT
IN OUT
IN OUT
IN OUT
1
2
VIDEO
SUB WOOFER
OUT
AUDIO
SOURCE
VCR 2/LDMONITOR
OUT
CDTAPE/MDTV
VCR 1DSS
VCR 2/
LD
VCR 1DSS
AUDIO
AUDIO
L
R
L
R
(MONO)
TO TV S-VIDEO
RCA DSS® Receiver
This connection provides
• stereo or surround sound from programs broadcast
in stereo
• stereo sound from the RCA DSS® receiver.
To use this connection, you
must have
• (1) paired (red/white) stereo cable
• (1) single (yellow) video cable
• (2) coaxial cables
To Connect
1. Connect the cables as shown in the
diagram below.
Using This Connection
Do not stack electronic components or other
objects on top of the DSS receiver. The slots
on top of the receiver must be left uncovered
to allow proper airflow to the unit. Blocking
the airflow to the unit could impair
performance or damage your receiver and
other components. Also, do not stack the DSS
receiver on top of a “hot component” such as
an audio power amplifier.
To watch TV programs in stereo
1. Press TV and tune to a channel.
To watch DSS programming
1. Press DSS•CABLE.
2. Tune to a channel.
3. Follow the instructions in the
RCA DSS® User’s Guide.
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Appendix A: Connecting the Receiver
AUDIO
RECEIVER
LASERDISC
PLAYER
LR
MONO
VIDEO
IN OUT
IN OUT
IN OUT
1
2
VIDEO
SUB WOOFER
OUT
AUDIO
SOURCE
VCR 2/LDMONITOR
OUT
CDTAPE/MDTV
VCR 1DSS
VCR 2/
LD
VCR 1DSS
AUDIO
AUDIO
L
R
L
R
(MONO)
Laserdisc Player
You can connect a laserdisc or a second VCR to the VCR2/LD
connection. Using this connection, you can play a laserdisc in
stereo, surround sound.
This connection provides
• stereo or surround sound from the laserdisc
To use this connection, you
Should have
• (1) paired (red/white) stereo cable
• (2) single (yellow) video cables
To Connect
1. Connect the cables as shown in the
diagram below.
Using This Connection
To play the laserdisc
1. Press VCR2•LD.
2. Press PLAY.
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Appendix A: Connecting the Receiver
AUDIO
RECEIVER
IN OUT
IN OUT
IN OUT
(MONO)
1
2
VIDEO
SUB WOOFER
OUT
AUDIO
SOURCE
VCR 2/LDMONITOR
OUT
CDTAPE/MDTV
VCR 1DSS
VCR 2/
LD
VCR 1DSS
AUDIO
AUDIO
L
R
L
R
SECOND
VCR
OUT TO TV
CH3
CH4
L
R
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
IN FROM ANT
VIDEO
Second VCR
Using this connection enables you to play a video tape but
not record a tape.
This connection provides
• stereo, surround sound, or mono on the VCR
• VCR playback only
To use this connection, you
Should have
• (1) paired (red/white) stereo cable
• (1) single (yellow) video cable
• (1) coaxial cable
To Connect
1. Connect the cables as shown in the
diagram below.
Using This Connection
To play a tape on the second VCR
1. Press VCR2•LD.
2. Press PLAY.
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Appendix A: Connecting the Receiver
AUDIO
RECEIVER
IN OUT
IN OUT
IN OUT
1
2
VIDEO
SUB WOOFER
OUT
AUDIO
SOURCE
VCR 2/LDMONITOR
OUT
CDTAPE/MDTV
VCR 1DSS
VCR 2/
LD
VCR 1DSS
AUDIO
AUDIO
L
R
L
R
(MONO)
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
Camcorder or Video Camera
If your camcorder or video camera does not have an RCA type
terminal for audio/video, you can purchase an adapter from
an RCA dealer or electronics parts store.
This connection provides
• stereo sound if the camcorder records or plays
in stereo
To use this connection, you
should have
• (1) paired (red/white) stereo cable
• (1) single (yellow) video cable
To Connect
1. Connect the cables as shown in the
diagram below.
If the VCR2•LD connection is being used,
connect the camcorder or video camera
to any other available video input.
Using This Connection
To play the camcorder
1. Turn on the camcorder or video camera.
2. Press VCR2•LD.
3. Press PLAY on the camcorder or
video camera.
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Appendix A: Connecting the Receiver
AUDIO
RECEIVER
CD
PLAYER
LR
IN OUT
IN OUT
IN OUT
1
2
VIDEO
SUB WOOFER
OUT
AUDIO
SOURCE
VCR 2/LDMONITOR
OUT
CDTAPE/MDTV
VCR 1DSS
VCR 2/
LD
VCR 1DSS
AUDIO
AUDIO
L
R
L
R
(MONO)
Compact Disc Player
This connection provides
• Stereo or surround sound, if available
To use this connection, you
should have
• (1) paired (red/white) stereo cable
To Connect
1. Connect the cables as shown in the
diagram below.
Using This Connection
To play a CD
1. Turn on the CD player, if the remote is not
programmed to control the CD player.
2. Press CD to put the receiver in CD mode.
3. Press PLAY.
The AUDIO SOURCE connection
can be used as input for any
stereo audio signal.
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Appendix A: Connecting the Receiver
AUDIO
RECEIVER
TAPE
DECK
L
INOUT
RLR
IN OUT
IN OUT
IN OUT
1
2
VIDEO
SUB WOOFER
OUT
AUDIO
SOURCE
VCR 2/LDMONITOR
OUT
CDTAPE/MDTV
VCR 1DSS
VCR 2/
LD
VCR 1DSS
AUDIO
AUDIO
L
R
L
R
(MONO)
Tape deck or Minidisc player
This connection provides
• Stereo or surround sound, if available
To use this connection, you
should have
• (2) paired (red/white) stereo cables
To Connect
1. Connect the cables as shown in the
diagram below.
Using This Connection
To play a tape
1. Press TAPE/MD.
2. Press PLAY.
To record a tape
1. Turn on the audio source you want to record.
2. Press RECORD on the tape player.
To play a minidisc
1. Press TAPE/MD.
2. Press PLAY.
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Appendix A: Connecting the Receiver
FM ANT
AM ANT
300Ω
BAL
Antennas
Extend the FM antenna to its full length and adjust it for the
best reception.
After you adjust the AM antenna, place it on a
level surface or attach it to a wall using the holes in the
antenna’s base.
This connection provides
• stereo sound from FM stations
• mono sound from AM stations
To use this connection, you
must have
• (1) FM wire antenna (included)
• (1) AM loop antenna (included)
To Connect
1. Connect the cables as shown in the
diagram below.
Using This Connection
To listen to the radio
1. Turn on the receiver.
2. Select a band (AM/FM).
3. Turn to the desired frequency.
4. Adjust the position of the antenna as needed.
FM Wire Antenna
AM Loop Antenna
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Appendix A: Connecting the Receiver
Speakers
All wires must be securely fastened in their terminals. A loose
connection can cause intermittent sound or noise, and can
damage your receiver.
If you are using Surround speakers, you must connect
both speakers.
Main Speakers
• Connect the left main speaker to the
MAIN L terminals.
• Connect the right main speaker to the
MAIN R terminals.
Rear Speakers
• Connect the left rear speaker to the REAR L terminal.
• Connect the right rear speaker to the REAR R terminal.
• Position the speakers behind you in your TV room. To
improve the surround sound effect, you may prefer to
set or mount the speakers several feet off the floor.
Center Speaker
• Connect the center speaker to the CENTER terminal.
Connecting Speakers to the Receiver
1. If necessary, remove the vinyl covering from the ends of
the speaker wire and twist the wire.
2. Press down and hold the lever on the
speaker terminal.
3. Insert the wire in the hole. Be sure to connect the (+) to
(+) and the (-) to (-). Otherwise, the speakers will not be
“in phase”, causing reduction in bass frequencies.
4. Release the lever. Pull gently on the wire to make sure
it is secure.
Connecting The SubWoofer
1
AUDIO
2
SUB WOOFER
(MONO)
OUT
SPEAKERS (8 )
MAIN
L
R
CENTER
SURROUND SPEAKERS (4 MIN.)
REAR
L
R
1. Using a single audio cable, connect the subwoofer to
the SUB WOOFER 1 or 2 connection.
Speaker Connections
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Appendix b: Speaker placement
Rear
Left
Main
Right
TV
Center
Opt.
Subwoofer
Main
Left
Rear
Right
Speaker Placement
These diagrams offer suggested speaker placements that can
enhance your home theater experience.
Place the subwoofer anywhere you want.
Example 1
This five-speaker configuration is an effective option for
recreating in any room the full cinema experience. It can be
adapted to suit your taste and listening space. This fivespeaker configuration is an effective option for Dolby
Surround sound applications.
Example 2
This configuration is recommended for four speakers. It
provides Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound without a center
speaker. Choose Phantom for the Center mode.
Opt.
Subwoofer
Main
Left
Rear
Left
TV
Main
Right
Rear
Right
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Appendix c: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Guide
Before referring to the checklist below, make sure you have
correctly followed the connecting and operating procedures.
If you have any questions that this booklet cannot answer,
please call your nearest RCA dealer.
Receiver/Tuner Operation
STEREO indicator is off.
• Adjust the antenna.
• The signal is too weak. Connect an external antenna.
• The signal is Mono.
Severe hum or noise.
• The signal is too weak. Connect an external antenna.
• Adjust the antenna.
Remote Control Operation
The remote control does not operate the unit.
• Another function is selected on the remote. Press the
correct function button.
• The batteries are exhausted. Replace all batteries.
• The remote is not pointed at the remote control sensor on
the main unit or there is an obstacle between the remote
and the main unit.
• The remote control is too far from the main unit.
Move closer.
General
No audio.
• Make sure the MUTE indicator on the front panel is off.
• Make sure the speakers are turned on.
• Check the connections.
• Check the power cord connection.
No audio from one channel.
• Adjust the balance control.
• Check the speaker wire connection or connecting cable.
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Appendix c: Troubleshooting
Noise when the TV is turned on.
• The TV is too close to the audio system.
Specific instruments sound displaced.
• Check the connection between the receiver and the Speakers.
The sound does not match the video.
• Press the function button for the video source.
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Appendix d: Care and Cleaning
Care and Cleaning
Use a polishing cloth or other clean, dry cloth to wipe off dust
and dirt. When the surface is very dirty, wipe with a soft cloth
dipped in a mild soap solution. Do not use furniture wax or
cleaners.
Never use alcohol, paint thinner, benzene, or a chemically
treated cloth to clean your system. Chemicals may damage the
finish on the unit.
When using a damp cloth, make
sure you squeeze out as much of
the water as possible.
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Appendix e: FCC Information
FCC Information
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifications
not expressly approved by Thomson Consumer Electronics could
void the user’s authority to operate
this product.
Important Information Required by Federal Communications
Commission Concerning Radio Frequency Interference:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
If this equipment does cause interference to radios or televisions
not connected to your system, try to correct the interference
with 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).
• Change the position of the unit with respect to the radio or
television equipment that is receiving the interference.
• Move the unit away from the equipment that is receiving the
interference.
• Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so that the unit and
the equipment receiving the interference are on different
branch circuits.
If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please
consult with 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 and TV Interference
Problems.” This booklet is available from the U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Please specify stock
number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.
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Appendix F: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty
What your warranty covers:
• Any defect in material or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
• One year for labor charges.
• One year for parts.
The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental.
What we will do:
• Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Servicenter the labor
charges to repair your audio/video receiver.
• Provide you new, or at our option, refurbished
replacement parts for the Authorized RCA Audio
Servicenter to make repairs.
How you get service:
• Take your unit to any Authorized RCA Audio Servicenter.
For their names and locations, ask your dealer, look in the
Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.
• Show the service technician your evidence of
purchase date.
What your warranty does not cover:
• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual clearly
describes how to install, adjust, and operate your
television. Any additional information should be obtained
from your Dealer.)
• Installation and related adjustments.
• Signal reception problems caused by your external antenna
or cable systems.
• Damage from misuse or neglect.
• Remote control batteries.
• Units that have been modified or incorporated into
other products.
• Units purchased or serviced outside the USA.
• Acts of God, such as, but not limited to lightning damage.
Product Registration:
• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card
packed with your unit. It will make it easier to contact you
should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not
required for warranty coverage.
How state law relates to this warranty:
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also
may have other rights that vary from state to state.
If you purchased your television outside the U.S.A.:
• This warranty does not apply. See your dealer for details.
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Appendix g: Equipment Specifications
Equipment Specifications
Amplifier Section
Rated Power Output
Left Main/Center/Right Main40 watts/40 watts/40 watts
(at 8 Ω):40 Hz to 20 kHz at 0.9% THD
Rear Surround (at 4 Ω):20 watts/20 watts
50 Hz to 15 kHz
0.9% without Dolby Process
Signal to Noise Ratio:75 dBA
Channel Separation:65 dB @ 1 kHz
Output (Sensitivity/Impedance):1 Vp-p/75 Ω
VCR 1, Video Monitor
Frequency Response for5 Hz: -1.5 dB,10 MHz: -3 dB, reference 500 kHz: 0 dB
VCR 1, VCR 2/LD, DSS and
Video Monitor
Signal to Noise Ratio:45 dB
Crosstalk @ 3.58 MHz:45 dB
FM Tuner Section
Tuner Frequency Range:87.5 to 107.9 MHz
Usable Sensitivity:15 dBf
THD @ 75 kHz Dev Stereo:0.5%
Signal to Noise @ 65 dBf Stereo:70 dBA
Stereo Separation:40 dB @ 1 kHz
Image Rejection:40 dB @ 97.9 MHz
IF Rejection:65 dB
AM Suppression @ 65 dBf:50 dB
Antenna Input:300 Ω Balance
AM Tuner Section
Frequency Range:520 to 1720 kHz
20 dB Quieting800 µV/m @ 1000 kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio:45 dBA
Image Rejection:40 dB @ 600 kHz
IF Rejection:40 dB
Specifications are based on nominal measurements.
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Appendix g: Equipment Specifications
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation. Additionally licensed under
Canadian patent number 1,037,877.
“Dolby,” the double-D symbol, and “Pro Logic” are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
DSS® is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, INC.,
a unit of GM Hughes Electronics.
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APPENDIX h: PRESET STATION LIST Form
Preset
NumberBandFrequencyNotes
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
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Index
Symbols
+ button 18
- button 18
A
AC outlets 37
Accessories
included 4
AM•FM button 18
AM/FM antennas, connecting 46
AM/FM button 8, 14
ANTENNA button 18, 21
Antennas, connecting 46
Audio codes for programming the remote
Back panel 24
BALANCE button 14
Balancing speakers 10
BAND button 8, 14
Basic controls on the remote 18
BASS button 14
Batteries, inserting in the remote 5
BYPASS button 18
Bypass mode, selecting 15
C
Cable box codes for programming the
remote 32
Camcorder, connecting 43
Care and Cleaning 51
CD button 14, 21
CD player
connecting 44
controls on the remote 21
CENTER button 14
CENTER MODE button 14
Center modes
Normal 14
Phantom 14
Wide 14
Center speaker 47
CH CTRL/DELAY button 18
CHAN up and down buttons 18, 20, 21
CLEAR button 18, 20, 21
Components 37
Connecting components 37
things to know before connecting 37
Connections
Antennas 46
Camcorder 43
CD player 44
Laserdisc 41, 42
Minidisc player 45
RCA DSS® Receiver 40, 46
Second VCR 41, 42
Speakers 47
Tape deck player 45
TV and VCR 39
Video Recorder 43
turning on and off 15, 23, 30, 32, 34, 35
SPEAKERS OFF indicator 16
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Index
Specifications, equipment 54
Stations
preset 8
storing in memory 8, 9
Status indicators on the front panel 16
STEREO indicator 16
STOP button 20, 21, 22
Storing stations in memory 9
Subwoofer, connecting 37
SURROUND button 18, 20
Surround Modes 15
SURROUND SOUND button 15
Surround sound level controls on the remote 18
SWAP PIP button 20
Switched AC outlet 37
T
Tape deck
connecting 45
controls on the remote 23
TAPE/MD button 15
TEST button 15
TEST indicator 16
TREBLE button 15
TUNING button 15
Tuning the receiver 8
Turning off Pro Logic 15
TV
codes for programming the remote 27
connecting 39
controls on the remote 19
TV button 15, 20
TV MENU button 20
V
VCR
codes for programming the remote 29
connecting 39, 41, 42
controls on the remote 20, 21
VCR1 button 15, 20, 22
VCR2•LD button 20, 21, 22
VCR2/LD button 15
VOL up and down buttons 18, 20, 22
VOLUME button 15
W
Wide, Center Mode 14
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For your nearest RCA Home Entertainment Dealer or
Authorized Servicenter, all toll-free in the USA.
1-800-336-1900
If your television needs service, please contact your dealer or
the nearest Servicenter from the yellow pages. Please do not
send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this
manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service
for your product.
10330 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46290-1024