Rotel RA-05 SE owner manual AC Power and Control, Recorder Connections y, Preamp Outputs u

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AC Power and Control

AC Power Input p

The RA-05 SE does not draw high levels of current from the power outlet. However, whenever possible, it should be plugged directly into a 2-pin polarized wall outlet. Do not use an extension cord. A heavy duty multi- tap power outlet strip may be used if it (and the wall outlet) can handle the current demanded by the RA-05 SE and all the other components connected to it.

Your RA-05 SE is confiigured at the factory for the proper AC line voltage in the country where you purchased it (either 120 volts AC or 230 volts AC with a line frequency of either 50 Hz or 60 Hz). The AC line confiiguration is noted on a decal on the back panel.

NOTE: Should you move your RA-05 SE amplifier to another country, it is possible to reconfigure it for use on a different line voltage. Do not attempt to perform this conversion yourself. Opening the enclosure of the RA-05 SE exposes you to dangerous voltages. Consult a qualified service person or the Rotel factory service department for information.

If you are going to be away from home for an extended period of time such as a month-long vacation, it is a sensible precaution to unplug your amplifiier (as well as other audio and video components) while you are away.

Power Switch 2 s and Power Indicator 1

Press the front panel Power Switch button, to turn the RA-05 SE on. The Power Indicator light is illuminated when the RA-05 SE is on. Press Power Switch button again to turn the RA-05 SE off.

Once the RA-05 SE has been turned on with the front panel power switch, it can be switched between normal operating mode and standby mode with the Power button s on the RR-AT94 remote control.

are white, the Right connectors are red. Use high quality RCA cables for connecting input source components to the RA-05 SE. Ask your authorized Rotel dealer for advice about cables.

Recorder Connections y

[See Figure 2.]

The Tape inputs and outputs can be connected to any record playback device that accepts standard line level analog input and output signals. Typically that will be a conventional tape recorder.

When connecting a recorder to the RA-05 SE remember that the outputs of the recorder must be connected to the tape inputs of the RA-05 SE. Similarly the tape outputs of the RA-05 SE must be connected to the inputs of the recorder. As with other sources be sure to connect the Left and Right channels of each device to the proper channels on the associated components. Use high quality connecting cables to prevent loss of sound quality.

NOTE: The Tape Outputs are not affected by the Volume, Balance or Tone controls. They receive a fixed level signal.

Preamp Outputs u

The RA-05 SE has a set of preamp outputs. The signal from the source selected with the Function Selector is always available from these outputs. Typically these outputs are used to provide a signal to another integrated amplifiier or power amplifiier, which is used to drive remote speakers

NOTE: Changes to the settings of the Volume, Balance or Tone controls affect the signal from the Preamp Outputs.

See the “12V Trigger Outlet” section for more information on ways you may be able to turn on and off other components in your system along with the RA-05 SE.

Input Signal Connections

[See Figure 2.]

NOTE: To prevent loud noises that neither you nor your speakers will appreciate, make sure the system is turned off when you make any signal connections.

Phono Input r and Ground Connection e

Plug the cable from the turntable into the appropriate left and right phono inputs. If the turntable has a “ground” wire, connect it to the screw terminal to the left of the Phono inputs. It will help prevent hum and noise.

Line Level Inputs t

The CD, Tuner, and Aux inputs of the RA-05 SE are “line level” inputs. These are for connecting components such as CD players, Hi Fi or NICAM Stereo video cassette recorders, tuners, Laser Disc players or the analog output from a CD-ROM drive.

The Left and Right channels are labeled and should be connected to the corresponding channels of the source component. The Left connectors

Speaker Outputs i o

Speaker Selector Switch 7

[See Figure 2.]

The RA-05 SE has two sets of speaker outputs, labeled “A” i and “B”

o.The speaker outputs are controlled by the switch 7on the front panel.

Speaker Selection

If only one set of speakers will be used at any given time, the speakers may have an impedance as low as 4 ohms. If there are times when both the A and B speakers will be used, all the speakers should have an impedance of 8 ohms or more. Speaker impedance ratings are less than precise. In practice, very few loudspeakers will present any problems for the RA-05 SE. See your authorized Rotel dealer if you have any questions.

Speaker Wire Selection

Use insulated two-conductor stranded wire to connect the RA-05 SE to the speakers. The size and quality of the wire can have an audible effect on the performance of the system. Standard speaker wire will work, but can result in lower output or diminished bass response, particularly over longer distances. In general, heavier wire will improve the sound. For best performance, you may want to consider special high-quality speaker cables.Your authorized Rotel dealer can help in the selection of cables for your system.