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Getting
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Connecting the Antennas
The AM and FM antennas connect to the AM and FM terminals on the system’s back panel. They must be hooked up in order to receive clear reception. Uncoil the antenna wires and locate the bare ends. Press down on the tab to open the terminal and insert the wire. Snap the tab closed. After connect-
Red/Black (Main Speakers), Blue/Black (Center Speaker) and Grey/ Black (Rear Speakers). When con- necting the speakers, make sure the colors of speak- er wires and terminals are matched. If the cords are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass.
ing the antennas, extend them to their full length and adjust their positioning for better reception.
Connecting the Speakers
At least two front speakers (left and right) are required. For better sound quality, Center speaker, rear speak- ers and Subwoofer are pre-
SUB WOOFER
- | + |
CENTER | MAIN SPEAKERS |
SPEAKER |
| RIGHT | LEFT | |
| - | + | - + |
- | + |
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SUB WOOFER
SPEAKER
This part not available for RT2500R
ferred. Adding center and rear speakers will enhance surround effects. Adding a Subwoofer will increase bass response.
If you want to enjoy full range of sound effects, with small speakers, it is a must to use the subwoofer with the speakers to maintain adequate bass signal for the surround sound effect.
Speaker cords, 1 for each speaker, are needed for connection. Twist the stripped ends of speaker cord about 2/3 inch (15 mm). Press down on the tab to open the terminal and insert the wire. Snap the tab closed. To ease speaker connections, the speaker cords and the terminals are
RIGHT | LEFT |
- + | - + |
Use this jack on the left back panel for connecting powered sub- woofer.
SURROUND SOUND SPEAKERS
Connecting the Subwoofer
For RT2500, connect the subwoofer with the audio cord (brown/ black) provided. For RT2500R, or if you want to connect your own powered subwoofer, a monoaural audio cord (not supplied) is needed.
This receiver offers a high flexibility for user to use a large variety of speakers and subwoofers. For more information please refer to section “Fine Setting of the Speakers” in “Advanced Sound Control” on page 12.
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