Rotel RSX-1550 Hdmi in 1-4 Video Inputs, Video Inputs f, Video Outputs g, Video Inputs l

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This Rotel receiver provides upscaling and downscaling for the various video formats. Composite Video or S-Video video signals can be upscaled to 480p/576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p on HDTV Component or HDMI monitors by choosing the appropriate output setting in the VIDEO/HDMI menu.

When the input is 1080p, it cannot be downscaled but is pass-through only and is not affected by the output setting.

Note: The HDTV Component Video output is subject to HDCP copy protection. It may not display 720p or 1080i resolution when the source signal incorporates copy protection.

Consider the following implications for your system configuration:

On Screen Display: The receiver’s OSD system is available on the TV monitor, when using Composite, S-Video, or Component Video and HDMI connections from the receiver’s outputs to the TV set. OSD menus are available on all video monitors. But, the OSD menu video resolution is available only at 480i/576i for a Composite/S-Video monitor, and 480p/576p for a HDTV monitor. When the monitor is connected by Component Video only (not together with HDMI), the OSD is available at 480i/576i.

Note: With this receiver, the TV monitor does not display the video signal and the OSD menus at the same time. When the main OSD setup menus are activated, the video input is interrupted and restored when the OSD menus are cancelled. When the temporary OSD is displayed on the TV monitor in the case of Composite or S- Video video input, it is not related to the video output resolution.

Output Conversion: The receiver converts Composite and S-Video signals to Component Video signals for output to an NTSC or PAL TV monitor. Also, S-Video signals can be converted to Composite outputs. For maximum convenience, connect the receiver to the TV monitor with Component Video or HDMI Video connections.

Note: When you have changed the output resolution in the VIDEO/HDMI menu during operation, restart by switching power OFF and ON again, to stabilize the picture image in the new resolution setup.

Many digital HDTV monitors adjust scan rates and other video parameters depending on the type of input connection. If you prefer to use the TV monitor’s scaling instead of the receiver’s built-in video scaling, you may wish to make multiple connections between the receiver and the TV monitor, switching inputs on the TV to take advantage of these features.

Note: Do not connect HDMI and Component Video outputs to a monitor simultaneously, as the two video image signals may affect each other.

HDMI IN 1–4 Video Inputs x

HDMI inputs provide various digital video connections for use with components that have either HDMI outputs or DVI-D outputs (with an appropriate DVI-HDMI adapter). HDMI connections carry video signals in all formats including progressive scan up to 1080p. The implementation of HDMI supports audio signals, or a separate audio connection from an HDMI component.

Four inputs, labeled HDMI VIDEO IN 1–4, accept signals from source components.

Note: When using HDMI connections, the TV monitor can display the OSD menus and can also display video from Composite, S- Video, or Component Video sources, as the receiver is capable of upscaling these signals. See also the section HDMI: Frequently Asked Questions in this manual.

COMPOSITE IN 1–3

Video Inputs f

Three inputs accept standard composite video signals from source components using standard 75 ohm RCA video cables.

COMPOSITE OUT 1–2

Video Outputs g

Two RCA jacks, labeled COMPOSITE OUT 1–2, provide connections for sending composite video signals for recording on a VCR or other recording device.

These connections correspond to the COMPOSITE IN 1-2 connections. Make sure that you are consistent. If you hook up a particular VCR to the COMPOSITE 1 inputs, hook up the COMPOSITE 1 output to the same VCR.

Note: The receiver cannot convert S-Video, Component Video or HDMI signals to composite video signals at the record outputs. Therefore, only signals received at the composite video inputs are available at these outputs.

S-VIDEO IN 1–3

Video Inputs f

Three inputs, labeled S-VIDEO IN 1–3 accept S-Video signals from source components.

S-VIDEO 1–2

Video Outputs g

Two S-VIDEO jacks, labeled S-VIDEO OUT 1–2, provide connections for sending S-Video signals for recording on a VCR or other recording device.

These connections correspond to the S-VIDEO IN 1-2 connections. Make sure that you are consistent. If you hook up a particular VCR to the VIDEO 1 inputs, hook up the VIDEO 1 output to the same VCR.

Note: The receiver cannot convert composite video, Component Video, or HDMI video signals to S-Video at these outputs. Only signals received at the S-Video inputs are available at these outputs.

COMPONENT VIDEO 1–3

Video Inputs l

Component Video connections split the video into three signals

–luminance (Y) and separate chrominance (PB and PR) signals, allowing delivery of a reference-quality picture with high definition signals. Component Video connections should be used for progressive scan DVD players and high-definition digital television receivers. Each of these signals is carried by a separate 75 ohm video cable with RCA connectors.

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