Rotel RA-985BX Input Signal Connections, Second Zone Output Connection, Preamp/Power Amp Jumpers

STEREO INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER RA-985BX

Auxiliary Power Outputs 23

North American models of the RA-985BX have two switched out- lets on the back panel. Power is available from these outlets when the RA-985BX is turned on. Power to these outlets is turned off when the RA-985BX is in Standby mode. These outlets can provide up to a total of 400 watts. They are appropriate for supplying power to signal sources, such as CD players, tuners, or tape decks. They should not be used for power amplifiers. Connecting components that will draw more than 400 watts to these outputs could damage the Standby switch in the RA-985BX.

Input Signal Connections 15

[See Figure 1 for input connection illustration.]

The RA-985BX has conventional RCA type input connectors, the type found on nearly all audio equipment.

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.

All the inputs of the RA-985BX are “line level’ inputs. These are appropriate for connecting components such as CD players, Hi Fi or NICAM Stereo video cassette recorders, tuners for audio or video, Laser Disc players or the analog output from a CD ROM drive. If you want to use a phonograph with the RA-985BX, an ex- ternal phono equalizer, such as the Rotel RQ-970BX must be used.

The Left and Right channels are clearly labeled and should be connected to the corresponding channels of the source compo- nent. The Left RCA connectors are white, the Right connectors are red. Use high quality RCA cables for connecting input source components to the RA-985BX. Ask your authorized Rotel dealer for advice about cables.

NOTE: Normally the signal supplied to the Recorder Outputs is se- lected by the Recording Selector 12 . However when the Second Zone output function is used, the Recording Selector becomes the source selector for the Second Zone.

Second Zone Output Connection 17

[See Figure 3 for the Second Zone output connection illustration.]

This output (when used with an additional power amplifier and speakers) lets the RA-985BX provide sound to another part of your home. You can listen to a different signal source from the one be- ing played by the main system or to the same source. See the Second Zone Operation section for more information.

Preamp/Power Amp Jumpers 18

These connectors, labeled ”Pre Out” and “Main In”, are normally connected by a set of solid metal jumper connectors. They pro- vide a convenient insertion point for virtually any type of signal processor. To use these connectors, pull out the jumper connec- tors. Using high quality cables, connect the “Pre Out” connectors to the inputs of the signal processor. Connect the outputs of the signal processor to the “Main In” connectors.

One of the most common uses for these connectors is to incorpo- rate a surround sound processor into the system. Typically the front channel outputs from the signal processor are connected to the “Main In” of the RA-985BX. The other outputs from the signal processor are connected to other power amplifiers and speakers.

Cassette Remote Connector 19

Recorder Connections 16

[See Figure 2 for recorder connection illustration.]

The Tape 1 and Tape 2 inputs and outputs can be connected to any record/playback device that accepts standard line level ana- log input and output signals. Typically that will be a conventional tape recorder.

When connecting a recorder to the RA-985BX remember that the outputs of the recorder must be connected to the tape inputs of the RA-985BX. Similarly the tape outputs of the RA-985BX 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.

Some Rotel cassette decks can be operated by the RR-927 remote control that come with the RA-985BX. To use this feature connect a standard 8-pin DIN type cable between the Cassette Remote connector on the back of the RA-985BX and the connector on the back of the cassette deck. Control signals from the RR-927 remote control are pick up by the Remote Sensor on the front of the RA- 985BX and passed to the cassette deck via the cable.

Remote Sensor Extension System 20

These connectors, when used in conjunction with Xantech™ brand Video Link™ IR signal pick ups and repeaters (sold sepa- rately by custom system installers), enable the RA-985BX to pick up IR remote control signals and distribute them to other compo- nents. Contact your authorized Rotel dealer for more information.

Video Link and Xantech are Trademarks of Xantech Corporation.

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