Rotel RMB-1075 owner manual About Rotel, Getting Started

Contents
Figure 1: Controls and Connections		3
Figure 2: Inputs / Speakers Outputs		4
About Rotel		5
Getting Started	.....................................	5
A Few Precautions		5
Placement		6
About THX Ultra™		6
AC Power and Control		6
AC Power Input		6
Power Switch	and Power Indicator	6
Trigger ON/OFF Mode Selector		6
12V Trigger Input and Output		6
Protection Circuitry		6
Input Signal Connection		7
DB25 Connector Input		7
Speaker Connection		7
Speaker Selection		7
Speaker Wire Selection		7
Polarity and Phasing		7
Speaker Connection		7
Troubleshooting	.....................................	8
Front Panel Power Indicator Is Not Lit		8
Fuse Replacement		8
No Sound		8
Protection Indicator Is Lit		8
Specifications		8

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About Rotel

A family whose passionate interest in music led them to manufacture high fidelity compo- nents of uncompromising quality founded Rotel 40 years ago. Over the years that passion has remained undiminished and the goal of providing exceptional value for audiophiles and music lovers regardless of their budget, is shared by all Rotel employees.

The engineers work as a close team, listen- ing to, and fine tuning each new product until it reaches their exacting musical standards. They are free to choose components from around the world in order to make that product the best they can. You are likely to find ca- pacitors from the United Kingdom and Ger- many, semi-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 reviewers in the industry, who listen to music every day. Their comments keep the company true to its goal – the pursuit of equipment that is musi- cal, 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 RMB-1075 Five Channel Power Amplifier. When used in

ahigh-quality music or home theater system, your Rotel amplifier will provide years of mu- sical enjoyment.

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There is nothing understated about the RMB-1075. It is a massive five-channel power amplifier, capable of providing extremely high power output in the most demanding appli- cations. In fact, the limiting factor in the RMB-1075’s output levels will often be the capacity of your home’s electrical supply. Dis- crete output devices, a massive power sup- ply with toroidal transformers, premium com- ponents, and Rotel’s Balanced Design ensure superb sound quality. High current capabil- ity allows the RMB-1075 to drive difficult speaker loads with ease.

Be aware that the RMB-1075 is capable of high power levels, in excess of 120 watts per channel into 8 ohms. Make sure that your speakers can handle the power of the RMB-1075. If in doubt about your speakers, ask your authorized Rotel dealer for advice.

The RMB-1075 is straightforward in its instal- lation and operation. If you have experience with other stereo power amplifiers, you shouldn’t find anything perplexing. Connect high-quality RCA cables between your preamp or signal processor and the amplifier inputs, wire up your speakers, and enjoy.

A Few Precautions

Please read this manual carefully. In addition to basic installation and operating instructions, it provides valuable information on various RMB-1075 system configurations as well as general information that will help you get op- timum performance from your system. Please contact your authorized Rotel dealer for an- swers to any questions you might have. In ad- dition, all of us at Rotel welcome your ques- tions and comments.

Save the RMB-1075 shipping carton and all enclosed packing material for future use. Ship- ping or moving the RMB-1075 in anything other than the original packing material may result in severe damage to your amplifier.

Be sure to keep the original sales receipt. It is your best record of the date of purchase, which you will need in the event warranty ser- vice is ever required.