Owner’s Manual
RT-1082
DAB/AM/FM Stereo Tuner
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RT-1082 DAB/AM/FM Stereo Tuner
Rotel products are designed to comply with international
directives on the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
in electrical and electronic equipment and the disposal of
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). The
crossed wheelie bin symbol indicates compliance and that
the products must be appropriately recycled or processed in
accordance with these directives.
This symbol means that this unit is double insulated.
An earth connection is not required.
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Important Safety Information
WARNING: There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer
all servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, be
sure that the apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Do not allow foreign objects to get into the enclosure. If the
unit is exposed to moisture, or a foreign object gets into the
enclosure, immediately disconnect the power cord from the
wall. Take the unit to a qualified service person for inspection
and necessary repairs.
Read all the instructions before connecting or operating the component.
Keep this manual so you can refer to these safety instructions.
Heed all warnings and safety information in these instructions and on the
product itself. Follow all op erating instructions.
Clean the enclosure only with a dry cloth or a vacuum cleaner.
You must allow 10 cm or 4 inches of unobstructed clearance
around the unit. Do not place the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar
surface that could block the ventilation slots. If the component is placed in
a bookcase or cabinet, there must be ventilation of the cabinet to allow
proper cooling.
Keep the component away from radiators, heat registers, stoves, or any
other appliance that produces heat.
The unit must be connected to a power supply only of the type and voltage
specified on the rear panel of the unit.
Connect the component to the power outlet only with the supplied power
supply cable or an exact equivalent. Do not modify the supplied cable in any
way. Do not attempt to defeat grounding and/or polarization provisions.
Do not use extension cords.
Do not route the power cord where it will be crushed, pinched, bent at severe
angles, exposed to heat, or damaged in any way. Pay particular attention
to the power cord at the plug and where it exits the back of the unit.
Main plug is used as the mains disconnect device and shall remain ready
accessible.
The power cord should be unplugged from the wall outlet if the unit is to
be left unused for a long period of time.
The apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
Immediately stop using the component and have it inspected and/or serviced
by a qualified service agency if:
• The power supply cord or plug has been damaged.
• Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit.
• The unit has been exposed to rain.
• The unit shows signs of improper operation
• The unit has been dropped or damaged in any way
Please use Class 2 Wiring when connecting the speaker terminals of the unit
to ensure proper insulation and minimize the risk of electrical shock.
Place the unit on a fixed, level surface strong enough to support its weight.
Do not place it on a moveable cart that could tip over.
Figure 1: Front Panel Controls
PRESET UP
PRESE
T DOWN
FREQUENCY MEMORY
DISPLAYP SCAN
PTY AF TP TA
AM
DAB
FM MON O
AU
TO
TUNE
FREQ
DOWN
FREQ
UP
FM
DIM
ON
OFF
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Figure 2: RR-T95 Remote Control
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RT-1082 DAB/AM/FM Stereo Tuner
Rotel RT-1082
Am
plifier
AM AntennaFM Antenna
DAB Antenna
Figure 3: Rear Panel Connections
Figure 4: Connection Illustration
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Important Notes
When making connections be sure to:
✔ Turn off all the components in the system before hook-
ing up any components, including loudspeakers.
✔ Turn off all components in the system before changing
any of the connections to the system.
It is also recommended that you:
✔ Turn the volume control of the amplifier all the way down
before the amplifier is turned on or off.
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Contents
Important Safety Information ........................ 2
Figure 1: Front Panel Controls
Figure 2: RR-T95 Remote Control
Figure 3: Rear Panel Connections 4
Figure 4: Connection Illustration 4
Important Notes 4
About Rotel .................................................. 5
Getting Started ............................................. 5
A Few Precautions 6
Key Features 6
Unpacking
Placement 6
Rear Panel Connections ................................. 6
FM Antenna y 6
AM Loop Antenna u 6
DAB Antenna i 6
RCA Outputs o 6
DAB Digital Outputs p 6
Computer I/O [ 7
EXT REMOTE IN Jack ] 7
12V TRIGGER Connection \ 7
AC Input a 7
Basic Operating Controls ................................ 7
Standby Button 1 and Standby LED 2 7
ON and OFF Buttons
Remote Sensor
Front Panel Display
MEMORY Button
ENTER Button
SETUP Button
DIMMER Button
Basic Tuning Controls .....................................
TUNING Controls
BAND Buttons
FREQUENCY TUNING Mode 8
PRESET TUNING Mode 8
RDS PTY search mode 8
Numeric Buttons ........................................... 8
Station Presets
Direct Access Tuning
Auto Tuning Button
TUNE/PRESET Button
PRESET SCAN Button
FM MONO
RDS and RBDS Broadcast Reception ............. 10
DISPLAY
Button
PTY Button
TP Button
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TA Button
5G
AF Button
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Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) ...................... 11
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DAB Basic Information 1
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BAND, DAB Buttons
UP / DOWN Buttons
ENTER Button
DISPLAY Button
MEMORY Button
NUMERIC Buttons
TUNE/PRESET Button
Setup Operation .......................................... 11
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SETUP Button 0 11
SETUP Menu 1
Searching for a DAB station 12
AUTO TUNE button
How to store DAB stations 12
How to call a PRESET 1
Specifications
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About Rotel
A family whose passionate interest in music led
them to manufacture high fidelity components
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of uncompromising quality founded Rotel
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45 years ago. Over the years that passion
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has remained undiminished and the goal of
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providing exceptional value for audiophiles
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and music lovers regardless of their budget,
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is shared by all Rotel employees.
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The engineers work as a close team, listening
to, and fine tuning each new product until it
reaches their exacting musical standards. They
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are free to choose components from around
the world in order to make that product the
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best they can. You are likely to find capacitors
from the United Kingdom and Germany, semi-
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conductors from Japan or the United States,
and toroidal power transformers manufactured
in Rotel’s own factory.
Rotel’s reputation for excellence has been
earned through hundreds of good reviews
and awards from the most respected review
ers in the industry, who listen to music every
day. Their comments keep the company true
to its goal – the pursuit of equipment that is
musical, reliable and affordable.
All of us at Rotel thank you for buying this
product and hope it will bring you many hours
of enjoyment.
Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing the Rotel RT-1082
DAB/AM/FM Stereo Tuner. Rotel’s Balanced
Design Concept combines advanced circuit
board layout, comprehensive parts evaluation
and extensive listening tests for superior sound
and long term reliability. The Rotel RT-1082 will
provide years of listening enjoyment.
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