STANDBY/O N IMPORTADOR COMERICALIZADORA THOMSON DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V SIERRA CANDELA NO. 111, PISO 11 COL. LOMAS DE CHAPULTEPEC DEL. MIGUEL HIDALGO MEXICO D.F. C.P. 11000 R.F.C. CTM-980723 KS5 THOMSON multimedia Inc. 10330 N.Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46290 © 2001 Thomson multimedia Inc. Trademark(s) © Registered Marca(s) © Registrada(s) Marque(s) © Deposée 55135910 (EN/F/E) www.rca.com u s e r m a n u 6 CH.IN INPUT VIDEO CAM VCR-2 / FUNCTION a ent High Curr Discrete Amplifie r ND AV SURROU RECEIVER RT2280 ATER HOME THE RT2280/RT2250/RT2250R l FCC Information 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. In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson multimedia Inc. could void the user's authority to operate this product. 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. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception (which you can determine by unplugging the unit), try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Re-orient 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 a different 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 is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies. This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture. For Your Safety The AC power plug is polarized (one blade is wider 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 a different one. Do not attempt to bypass this safety feature. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. For Your Records In the 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. Remote Control No. CRK76 Date of Purchase Place of 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 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WA R N I N G S I G N ALERTING YOU OF "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE PRODUCT. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERS E RV I C E A B L E PA R T S I N SIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS A C C O M PA N Y I N G T H E P R O D U C T. CAUTION WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT Table of Content FCC Information Getting Started Unpacking the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Unpacking the Speakers (RT2280 Only) . .3 Inserting Batteries into Remote Control .3 Set Up and Maintenance of the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Protect your Components from Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Connecting to Audio-Visual Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Digital Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Connecting Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Connecting the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Connecting the Subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . .6 Positioning your Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Front Speaker Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Surround Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Advanced Surround Setting . . . . . . . . . .8 Test Tone / Channel Balance . . . . . . . . . .9 Connecting for Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Using Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Factory Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . Receiver/Tuner Operation . Remote Control Operation General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the Exterior . . . . Equipment Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 .23 .23 .23 .23 .23 EN Remote Codes Cable Codes . . . . . VCR Codes . . . . . . TV Codes . . . . . . . Satellite Receivers Audio (RCA only) . Laser disc Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 .24 .25 .26 .26 .26 Limited Warranty (US) . . . . . . . . .27 Limited Warranty (Canada) . . . . .28 Operating your Receiver Receiver Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Your Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Switching On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Selection of Audio/Video Source . . . . . .13 Using the Remote to Control Additional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Using the receiver to play a Source . . . .15 Advanced Sound Control Sound Enhancement Systems Fine Setting of Components . Fine Setting of the Speakers . Advanced Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 .20 .21 .21 1 Getting Started Unpacking the Receiver You should receive the following items: + STANDBY/ON 6 CH.IN - VCR1 ON OFF TV DVD·6 CH VCR2 AM·FM SAT·CABLE + FUNCTION VCR-2 / VIDEO CAM INPUT CD CH + TAPE VOL High Current Discrete Amplifier HOME THEATER AV SURROUND RECEIVER RT2280 VOL IDE GU ·R One pair of "AA" batteries One receiver unit CH MUTE DM·P TY O BA C INFO·RDS OK MENU CLEAR 1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 ANT·FMS INPUT·SEEK REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD STOP PAUSE AUDIO DIGITALLEVEL SURR universal One external FM Dipole antenna One external AM loop antenna One RCA Universal Remote Control (CRK76) one audio cable (two wires) with red and white RCA connectors; · one instruction book; · one safety leaflet; · one Quick Connection Guide one video cable (single wire) with yellow RCA connectors; 2 K· DIS K G Getting Started Unpacking The Speakers (RT2280/RT2250 Only) · one set of speakers including 2 left and right front speakers, 1 centre speaker, 1 subwoofer and 2 left and right rear speakers. FRONT SPEAKERS CENTER SPEAKERS 10 cm/ 4" 10 cm/ 4" Set up and Maintenance of the Receiver · Provide spaces for sufficient ventilation as indicated: EN 10 cm/4" SUB WOOFER REAR SPEAKERS (SURROUND SOUND) 10 cm/4" 5 cm/ 2" · 6 speaker cables including: · Do not connect to the AC power cords until all connections are completed. · Do not use your set immediately after transferring it from a cold place to a warm place: there is risk of condensation. 1 X blue/black cable for centre speaker 2 X red/black cable for front speakers · Do not expose your set to water and excessively high temperatures. · After having disconnected your set, clean the case with a soft cloth, or with a slightly damp leather chamois. Never use strong solvents. 2 X grey/black cable for rear speakers 1 X brown/black cable for subwoofer 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 near the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not affect other components. If you have a satellite receiver, you should place it on the top shelf. Inserting Batteries into Remote Control Insert two AA(R6) batteries according to the + and signs on the battery compartment. To use the remote control, point it directly at your receiver. 3 Getting Started Connecting to Audio-Visual Components DIGITAL CONNECTION S-VIDEO If your video component has a S-Video jack included, you can make use of it to enjoy enhanced video quality by connecting it to the relevant S-Video jack at the rear side of the receiver. One video cable is needed for each component. When S-Video cable is used, composite video (yellow RCA connector) cable must also be connected for VCR recording. Note: Before plugging in the optical cable or S-Video cable, make sure to match the shape of the plug and jack, otherwise, you will not be able to plug in completely. DVD to S-VIDEO OUT (DVD) to VIDEO OUT (DVD) If you have a SAT receiver DVD player or CD player with a digital output, you can make use of an optical digital connecting cord (not supplied) or coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied) to carry the audio portion of the signal and enjoy Dolby Digital sound quality. One optical or coaxial cable is needed for each SAT receiver, DVD player or CD player. When optical or coaxial cable is used, the analog audio cables are still needed if recording through a tape or VCR is desired. This receiver provides one optical and one coaxial digital input for the connection of your components. Please connect your components (e.g. DVD, SAT or CD) to the appropriate digital inputs and press FUNCTION and then rotate MULTIJOG to match your connection. Note: Optical and coax cables carry only the audio portion of the signal. A video connection must also be established for a SAT receiver and DVD player. S-video provides the best connection for the video portion of the signal. Composite video (yellow RCA connector) can also be used. It is important that the same type of cable (S-video or composite) that is connected from the Home Theater to the TV is used to connect the SAT receiver or DVD player to the Home Theater. to AUDIO OUT (DVD) to AUDIO OUT (Decoder) Connect components capable of outputing Dolby Digital (e.g. DVD or SAT) or standard PCM (CD) format digital signals. Read section on "Input Signal Setting" under "Advanced Sound Control" carefully to adjust the matching input settings. DIGITAL INPUT to S-VIDEO OUT (SAT) DIGITAL INPUT to AUDIO OUT (SAT) to VIDEO OUT (SAT) to AUDIO OUT(DVD) SAT TV Multi-Channel Decoder e.g. DTS to S-VIDEO IN (TV) IN IN DVD/CD/SAT MONITOR OUT IN OUT to VIDEO IN (TV) OPTICAL DVD/CD/SAT/TV PRE OUT FRONT L REAR L IN OUT IN to AUDIO OUT (TV) to VIDEO OUT (VCR) to AUDIO OUT (VCR) to AUDIO IN (VCR) UNIT BACK PANEL FRONT R REAR R to LINE OUT (Tape Deck) to LINE IN ( Tape Deck ) to AUDIO OUT (CD) Tape Deck to VIDEO IN (VCR) VCR CD Player FRONT TERMINAL Remark: If you have a video camera, video game machine, or an extra VCR, connect it to VCR 2 jack at the front of the receiver If your CD player is equipped with digital optical jacks, use of optical cable is preferred. What you need is just one more optical digital connecting cord(not supplied). Plug it in the digital input jack of the receiver and select OPTICAL on the receiver setting (see details on pg 20 chapter "Input Signal Setting"). You can enjoy better sound quality brought to you by the optical cable. When optical cable is used, analog cables are still needed for recording to tape output. Note: This receiver has one digital optical jack only. Be sure that such connection does not prevent optical cable connection of other components (e.g. DVD & SAT) 4 Getting Started Digital Connections Read instructions carefully when connecting components to the receiver. Digital In Jacks can accept Dolby Digital (AC-3), or PCM signals when compatible components are connected. ANTENNA DIGITAL INPUT AM Loop Antenna and FM Indoor Antenna 1. Uncoil the Antenna wire and located the base end 2. Press down on the Antenna tab to open the terminal EN COAXIAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Connect to coaxial digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices. DVD / CD / SAT FM 75 AM LOOP DVD/CD/SAT OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Optical Fiber Cable Connect to optical digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or ...