TacT Audio RCS 2.0S User Manual
Owner ’s Manual
RCS 2.0S
Pre-amplifier / Room Correction System
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WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
The lightning with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of “Dangerous Voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that maybe of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electrical shock to a person.
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Important Safety
Instructions
1. Read these instructions entirely before installing or operating this equipment.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Do not use this equipment near water or allow it to become wet.
5. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat,; doing so may
damage the unit and present a fire hazard.
7. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the outlet to
one that is polarized. To protect against electrical shock, match the wide blade
of the polarized plug to the wide slot in the outlet and fully insert the plug.
8. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit the equipment. Do not
use this unit with a damaged cord or plug.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer .
10. Unplug this equipment during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
11. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
1. Always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
2. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Simply wipe the exterior with a clean soft cloth. A
small amount of nonabrasive cleaner may be used on the cloth to remove
excessive dirt or fingerprints.
CAUTION
CAUTION
“Note” symbol
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Cleaning and
Maintenance
The >note< symbol indicates information very useful or essential to daily
operation.
IMPORTANT!
Acknowledgments
© 2003 T act Audio Corporation. All rights reserved.
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any
means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying or other wise, without the prior
written consent of the Tact Audio Corporation.
The information contained in this document is subject to change without
notice.
Registration
Please record your serial number here for future reference. Y ou will need this for
future upgrades or should you ever require service on your RCS 2.0S Preamplifier.
RCS 2.0S serial number: _____________________
Optional modules installed:
DAC analog output :__
ADC analog input :__
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Table of contents
Safety instructions 4
Acknowledgments/Registration 5
Unpacking the RCS 2.0S 7
CAUTION
Introduction 8
RCS 2.0S Connections 9
Front Panel Controls 1 3
Remote Control 1 4
Front Panel Display 1 6
Main screen 16
MAIN menu 17
Saving Menu Settings 17
DELA Y menu 17
LEVEL menu 18
ADC menu 18
DISPL menu 19
TEST menu 19
OUT menu 20
AMP menu 2 0
REM menu 21
ADDR menu 2 1
POL menu 2 2
P AREQ menu 22
TONE menu 24
OFS menu 2 5
INFO menu 2 5
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T acT 2.0S Room Correction Software 2 6
System Requirements 26
Software Installation 26
Microphone Installation 26
Connect your RCS 2.0S to
your Computer 2 7
Quick Setup 2 9
Update the RCS 2.0S Firmware 33
Unpacking the RCS 2.0S
Carefully remove the RCS 2.0S and accessory kit from the carton and visually check
for shipping damage. Contact both the shipper and Tact Audio immediately if the unit
shows any sign of damage from rough handling. All Tact Audio equipment is carefully
inspected before leaving our factory .
KEEP THE SHIPPING CART ON AND P ACKING MATERIALS for future use or in the
unlikely event that the unit needs servicing. If this unit is shipped without the original
packing, damage could occur and void the warranty .
Accessories
Operating voltage
Y ou should find the following items in the accessory kit:
- one AC mains cord
- RJ1 1 data cable
- RJ11-to-RS232 adapter
- 15’ RS232 cable
- CD-rom with RCS software
- Measurement microphone
- remote control
- 2 AAA batteries
- this manual
The RCS-2.0 S is designed with an automatic switching power supply . It will operate
on 65-265 volts at 50-60hz. No external settings are required.
The RCS-2.0 S has three operating modes:
- OFF AC mains power is cut off, either via the rear
panel mains switch, or by unplugging the unit from the
wall outlet.
- ST ANDBY The unit is powered but all outputs are muted and the
display is off. The unit uses very little current and
is “idling” or “sleeping”. Use the remote or front panel
“STANDBY” button to toggle between ON and STANDBY.
- ON Everything is powered and ready to go.
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of your RCS 2.0S. Y ou have now acquired one of
the most advanced Pre-amplifier / Room Correction System ever developed!
The new RCS 2.0S has four times the processing power of the famous RCS 2.0 and
even better AD and DA conversion. All of this combined with new features and
updated software takes TacT Audio’s room correction to new heights. In terms of
performance and sound quality, the RCS-2.0S is unmatched - even without room
correction engaged. The RCS-2.0S has no noise, extremely low distortion, and is
utterly transparent with effortless accurate sound. Every effort has been made to
make this preamplifier the best that money can buy . Add to this the latest evolution of
TacT Audio’s room correction technology and the result is absolutely staggering.
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CAUTION
Room Correction
System
Modular design
True Upgradeability
TacT room correction technology has already been praised by the press all around
the world. Comments like “Wholesale improvement in sound quality” have become a
standard phrase for reviewers describing the results that can be achieved with TacT’s
room correction. Now we have taken room correction technology even further , not
only in terms of processing power, but also in terms of the measurement and
correction systems. The measurement is now done with a triple pulse for each
acquisition. This increases the measurement resolution in both the time and
frequency domains. Correction resolution is now four times higher than the original
RCS 2.0.
The internal layout of the RCS 2.0S is completely modular. All of the expensive components such as DSP’s, DA and AD converters are plug-in type and placed on a
motherboard. This allows for easy and inexpensive future upgrades. Even the rearpanel - including the sockets - can be exchanged to accommodate future interfaces
and extensions.
The front-panel and DSP’s are 100% software driven, and any future improvements or new features can be loaded through the RS232 port. It is our upgrade
policy to offer software upgrades at no cost, and we therefore encourage you to fill out
and submit the enclosed registration card by fax or email (info@tactaudio.com).
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Digital input
RCS 2.0S Connections
The RCS 2.0S has 5 digital inputs:
- three RCA (S/PDIF)
- one AES/EBU (XLR)
- one TosLink (S/PDIF)
All of the digital inputs supports PCM audio data with sampling rates from 32kHz to
96kHz /16-24 bits, however , the AES/EBU and RCA/coaxial input also supports
192kHz.
Digital Input Section
Digital Output
The RCS 2.0S has three digital outputs for the main channels :
- one RCA (S/PDIF)
- one AES/EBU (XLR)
- one TosLink
All outputs are 24-bits at 44.1, 48, 88, 96 or 192 kHz sampling rates (TosLink does
not support 192kHz). The output sampling rate is set in the “OFS” menu located in
the RCS 2.0S general menus.
Connect one of these outputs to a TacT digital amplifier or external DA converter.
Digital Output Section
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RCS 2.0S Connections
Optional Modules The RCS 2.0S is designed to accommodate virtually any input and output needed
without adding extra cost for features that users might not use. There are 2 optional
modules that can be installed:
- ADC -converter module. For example, for analog inputs such
as a Tuner, Cassette deck, VCR etc.
CAUTION
- DAC -converter module. For example, when the RCS 2.0S
is used with traditional analog amplifiers
These modules are based on the latest 24-bit/192kHz state-of-the-art technology and
offer performance far beyond that of most stand-alone converters. Due to the modular
design of the RCS 2.0S, these modules can be added any time or exchanged if
upgrades should become available.
CAUTION
Analog Input
(optional ADC module)
The RCS 2.0S has 4 stereo analog inputs when the optional ADC module is installed:
- three analog stereo single ended (RCA)
- one analog stereo balanced (XLR)
NOTE: A/D conversion is always performed at 24-bits/192kHz.
Analog Input Section
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RCS 2.0S Connections
Analog Output
(optional DAC module)
The RCS 2.0S has 2 stereo analog outputs when the optional DAC module is
installed:
- one analog stereo single ended (RCA)
- one analog stereo balanced (XLR)
Analog Output Section
Microphone input
Connect the supplied measurement microphone to the “Mic Input” connector when
taking a room measurement for room correction.
CAUTION: To avoid damage through static discharge, we strongly recommend
to turn off the RCS 2.0S at the rear panel mains switch before connecting the
microphone.
Microphone Input
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RCS 2.0S Connections
RS-232 interface
ports
The RCS 2.0S has two RS232 interface ports:
- INPUT
- AUX
Use the “INPUT” port for communication with your Personal Computer.
Use the “AUX” port to connect to TacT digital amplifiers.
CAUTION
CAUTION
RS-232 Interface Ports
AC mains input
& mains switch
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Connect the RCS 2.0S to the AC mains wall socket.
Use the mains switch to turn power ON or OFF.
Use the supplied IEC mains cable, or if other - only a 3-prong grounded cable
AC mains input
& mains switch
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