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RSP-985
SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR
SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-985
LISTENING
VIDEO 2
MASTER VOLUME CD TUNER VIDEO 1 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4
STANDBY
RECORDING
CD TUNER VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4
MODE
DOLBY
2 CH MONO 1,2 3,4 PRO LOGIC DIGITAL DTS THX
BASS TREBLE
TAPE 5.1 CH
MODE
MONITOR INPUT
REMOTE
SENSOR
Owner’s Manual
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SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-985 WARNING: There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to CAUTION qualified service personnel. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO to moisture or water. Do not allow foreign objects to get into the NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. enclosure. If the unit
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RSP-985 Figure 1 – Controls and Connections 10 11 SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-985 LISTENING MASTER VOLUME CD TUNER VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 STANDBY RECORDING CD TUNER VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 MODE DOLBY 2 CH MONO 1,2 3,4 PRO LOGIC DIGITAL DTS THX BASS TREBLE TAPE 5.1 CH MODE MONITOR INPUT REMOTE SENSOR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 22 23 24 19 25 26 EXTERNAL CAUTION WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE RSP-985 D
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SEARCH + SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-985 Figure 2 – Remote Control Figure 3 – Output Connections 27 AUD CD TAPE DVD SAT TV VCR CBL COMPOSITE S-VIDEO POWER 28 VIDEO INPUT VIDEO INPUT VOL CH BAND MUTE T / V 29 SURROUND + ON SCREEN GUIDE MENU PAUSE 30 34 C. DELAY TRACK – TRACK + PLAY SEL UP DOWN WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR STOP OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE RSP-985 MODEL NO. RSP-985 PRE 31 DYNAMIC 31 THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. POWER CONSUMPTION: 45W S
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RSP-985 Figure 4 – RCA Source Connections CD / DVD AUDIO OUTPUT VIDEO OUTPUT S-VIDEO RIGHT DIGITAL OUT COMPOSITE LEFT TUNER AUDIO OUTPUT RIGHT LEFT VCR AUDIO OUTPUT VIDEO OUTPUT AUDIO INPUT VIDEO INPUT S-VIDEO S-VIDEO RIGHT RIGHT COMPOSITE COMPOSITE LEFT LEFT ROTEL RSP-985 EXTERNAL CAUTION WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE RSP-985 DO NOT OPEN MODEL NO. RSP-985 THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. POWER CONSUMPTIO
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SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-985 Figure 5 – S-Video Source Connections CD / DVD AUDIO OUTPUT VIDEO OUTPUT S-VIDEO RIGHT DIGITAL OUT COMPOSITE LEFT TUNER AUDIO OUTPUT RIGHT LEFT VCR AUDIO OUTPUT VIDEO OUTPUT AUDIO INPUT VIDEO INPUT S-VIDEO S-VIDEO RIGHT RIGHT COMPOSITE COMPOSITE LEFT LEFT ROTEL RSP-985 EXTERNAL CAUTION WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE RSP-985 DO NOT OPEN MODEL NO. RSP-985 THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN
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RSP-985 Figure 6 – Zone 2 Connections CD PLAYER OUTPUT OUTPUT ANALOG DIGITAL LEFT RIGHT AM/FM TUNER OUTPUT LEFT RIGHT IR REMOTE IN ROTEL RSP-985 EXTERNAL CAUTION WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE RSP-985 DO NOT OPEN MODEL NO. RSP-985 THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. POWER CONSUMPTION: 45W AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE–NE PAS OUVRIR VIDEO 4 IN IN INPUT OUTPUT TV MONITOR S-VIDEO INPUT S-VIDEO OUTPUT REMOTE CD
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SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-985 Figure 7 – On-Screen Menus SYSTEM STATUS DOLBY DIGITAL Listen: Compression: Mode : Pro Logic : Domain: Reset to factory Signal: DIGITAL AUDIO STATUS default settings? Main Volume : dB Input : Surr Offset : dB Signal : YES = ENTER THX : Channels: Rec Out......: NO = BACK Zone 2 In....: VOL buttons to set Zone 2 Volume: DOWN/UP to move Press ENTER for menu BACK to return INPUT SETUP SYSTEM SETUP
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RSP-985 a a aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Contents Figure 1 – Controls and Connections 3 Rear Panel Input Connections ________________________ 14 12 Figure 2 – Remote Control 4 RCA Audio and Video Inputs 14 23 Figure 3 – Output Connections 4 S-Video Source Inputs 15 19 Figure 4 – RCA Source Connections 5 Digital Audio Inputs 15 16 Figure 5 – S-Video Source Connections 6 5.1 Channel Audio Input 15 14 Figure 6 – Zone 2 Connections 7 RCA Tape Monitor Inputs 15 25 Figure 7 – On-Screen Menus 8 Ext
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SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-985 a a aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa • 5.1 channel input for outboard surround processing such as ® MPEG or any future digital standard. About Rotel • User friendly ON-SCREEN MENU System. A family whose passionate interest in music led them to manufac- ture high fidelity components of uncompromising quality founded • Comprehensive rear panel input and output connections for audio Rotel over 30 years ago. Through the years that passion has re- and video sources (
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RSP-985 The RSP-985 can generate heat during normal operation. Do not The operation of the STANDBY switch is somewhat more elabo- block ventilation openings. Allow a minimum of 10 cm (4 inches) of rate when using the RSP-985’s ZONE 2 capability. For a detailed unobstructed open space around the unit. If installed in a cabinet, explanation, see the ZONE 2 Connections and Operations section make sure that there is adequate ventilation. of this manual. Make sure there is enough room behind the RSP-
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SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-985 some TV watching, for example if you have the news report on in 9 5.1 Channel Input the background and do not want the volume levels or effects of This button overrides all other audio inputs and directly connects the full surround system. an external adaptor to the RSP-985’s MASTER VOLUME control and audio outputs. Press this button to listen to the audio input MUSIC 1, MUSIC 2, MUSIC 3, and MUSIC 4 simulate different from a 5.1 channel decoder. An LED above t
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RSP-985 a a aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa a home theater, you only use two speakers located to the side of your head. The Timbre Matching filters the information going RR-939 Remote Control to the surround speakers so that they more closely match the tonal characteristics of the sound coming from the front speakers. This ensures seamless panning between the front The RSP-985 includes a handheld remote control that does far and surround speakers. more than operate the RSP-985. The RR-939 is a f
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SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-985 29 34 Mute Button (remote only) On-Screen Button (remote only) Push this button once to interrupt all AUDIO PREOUT (RCA and Push this button to turn on the ON-SCREEN MENU System and its DB25) signals – in other words, to turn the sound off. To provide initial SYSTEM STATUS menu. If the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY is al- visual indication that the sound is muted, the front panel volume ready visible, push this button to cancel the Display. control LED will blink and a MUT
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RSP-985 All RCA-type connections on the RSP-985 follow these standard To take full advantage of various digital sources, the RSP-985 ac- color codes: cepts digital signals from source components in two different for- mats. The digital inputs are as follows: Left channel audio = RCA jack with white inset Right channel audio = RCA jack with red inset OPTICAL: Allows connection of a standard optical digital output Composite video = RCA jack with yellow inset from a digital TV tuner, DVD player, or
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SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-985 25 24 External In Jack S-Video Outputs This 3.5 mm jack accepts a remote infrared sensor which dupli- [See Figure 5] cates the function of the front panel IR sensor in installations Mini-DIN outputs give you the option of using S-Video outputs in- where the front panel sensor could be blocked by a cabinet. See stead of the RCA composite video connections described above. your authorized Rotel dealer for a selection of remote sensors that will work with your RSP
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RSP-985 26 AC Convenience Outlets 22 TV/Monitor Video Outputs Two outlets let you plug AC cords from source components into [See Figure 3] the back of the RSP-985 so that they will be turned on and off au- The video output of the RSP-985 is sent to your TV monitor from ei- tomatically. The outlets are powered whenever the RSP-985 is ther an RCA-type composite video connection or an S-Video con- fully active. It is off when the RSP-985 is in STANDBY mode. nection. Use the type of connection app
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SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-985 • All source components connected to the RSP-985's analog audio 20 Remote External Sensor/Repeater Jacks inputs (except the TAPE MONITOR and 5.1 CHANNEL input) are available at the line level output for Zone 2. The ZONE 2 outputs [See Figure 6] are independent of the main outputs. You can select a different These 3.5 mm mini-jacks allow your RSP-985 to send/receive com- source or adjust Zone 2 volume without effecting the MAIN out- mand codes from industry-stan
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SEARCH + RSP-985 27 31 34 37 38 Navigation Buttons Start-up Screen SAT TV VCR CBL POWER VOL CH 27 BAND ROTEL RSP-985 MUTE T / V VOLUME SURROUND + ON SCREEN SURROUND SOUND GUIDE MENU PAUSE 34 PROCESSOR C. DELAY MENU TRACK – TRACK + PLAY SEL UP DOWN STOP PRE 31 DYNAMIC RECALL CH The RSP-985’s ON-SCREEN MENU system automatically appears OPN/CLS SUR-DELAY DOWN on your TV monitor whenever you take the RSP-985 out of 31 MOVIE FILT STANDBY mode. The first screen you’ll s
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SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-985 System Status Screen Main Menu Screen SYSTEM STATUS MAIN MENU Listen: Digital audio..: menu Mode : Input setup....: menu Domain: System setup...: menu Signal: Speaker Setup..: menu Main Volume : dB Delay Setup....: menu Surr Offset : dB Balance Setup..: menu THX : Subwoofer Setup: menu Rec Out......: Zone 2 In....: ENTER to enter menu Zone 2 Volume: DOWN/UP to move Press ENTER for menu BACK to exit The SYSTEM STATUS
