Rotel Your Ultimate Resource for the RSP-976 Surround Sound Processor and RR-969 Remote Control

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About Rotel	Getting Started

The RSP-976 can generate heat during nor- mal operation. Do not block ventilation open- ings. Allow a minimum of 10 cm (4 inches)

A family whose passionate interest in music led them to manufacture high fidelity compo- nents of uncompromising quality founded Rotel 40 years ago. Through the years that passion has remained undiminished and the family 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 prod- uct the best they can. You are likely to find capacitors from the United Kingdom and Germany, semi conductors from Japan or the United States, while toroidal power transformers are 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 years of enjoyment.

Thank you for purchasing the Rotel RSP-976 Surround Sound Processor. The RSP-976 com- bines a digital audio/video processor to de- code Dolby® Pro Logic® analog and Dolby Digital® and DTS® digital surround sound sig- nals with a full-featured audio/video control center for analog and digital components.

Key Features

•Rotel’s Balanced Design Concept combines advanced circuit board layout, comprehen- sive parts evaluation, and extensive listening tests for superior sound and long term re- liability.

•Dolby® Pro Logic® decoding for analog sources. Dolby Digital® and DTS® decod- ing for 5.1 channel digital sources

•5.1 channel input for outboard adaptor and future upgradeabilty

•User friendly ON-SCREEN DISPLAY with programmable labels for video components.

•Comprehensive digital and analog input and output connections for digital signals, composite video, S-Video, and Component Video.

•Zone 2 output with independent input se- lection and volume adjustments for multi- zone custom installations along with IR- repeater capability for operation from the remote zone.

•Universal learning remote control to oper- ate the RSP-976 and nine other components.

•Computer interface connection for opera- tion from a computer running third-party audio control software.

Unpacking

Remove the unit carefully from its packing. Find the remote control and other accessories. Save the box as it will protect the RSP-976 if you move or need to return it for maintenance.

Placement

Place the RSP-976 on a solid, level surface away from sunlight, heat, moisture, or vibration.

Place the RSP-976 close to the other compo- nents in your system and, if possible, on its own shelf. This will make initial hookup, and subsequent system changes easier.

of unobstructed space around the unit. If in- stalled in a cabinet, make sure that there is adequate ventilation.

Don’t stack other components or objects on top of the RSP-976. Don’t let any liquid fall into the unit.

RR-969 Remote Control

The RSP-976 includes a full-function learning remote control that can operate the RSP-976 plus nine other components.

A separate manual, included with the remote, gives detailed instructions on programming and using the RR-969 to replace all of the remote controls in your system. To avoid duplication, we provide only basic information about us- ing the RR-969 to operate the RSP-976 in this manual.

Most of the RR-969 functions duplicate the front panel controls. For that reason, we will cover the operating controls on the remote in the appropriate sections of this manual. Let- ters in gray boxes next to the name of a func- tion refers to the labeled illustration of the remote at the front of this manual.

Using the RR-969

To operate the RSP-976 with the remote, make sure that the AUDIO mode is active by press- ing the AUD button on the remote before you start. The AUDIO mode will stay active until another DEVICE button is pressed.

Programming the RR-969

The RR-969 is preprogrammed to operate the RSP-976. Should the AUDIO command set on your RR-969 not operate the RSP-976, the programming may have been changed. To re- store the RSP-976 programming, press the re- cessed PRELOAD button on the remote with the tip of a ballpoint pen.

NOTE: Pushing the PRELOAD button will erase all custom programming and learned com- mands, restoring the RR-969 to its factory condition.