Rotel RC-971 Input Signal Connections, Recorder Connections, Output Connections, Volume Control

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Input Signal Connections 9

[See Figure 3 for input connection illustration.]

The RC-971 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.

The CD, Tuner, and Aux inputs of the RC-971 are “line level” in- puts. These are 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.

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 RC-971. Ask your authorized Rotel dealer for advice about cables.

Note: The addition of a Rotel RQ-970BX Phono Equalizer enables you to connect a phonograph to the RC-971. See your authorized Rotel dealer for more information.

Recorder Connections 10

[See Figure 4 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 RC-971 remember that the out- puts of the recorder must be connected to the tape inputs of the RC-971. Similarly the tape outputs of the RC-971 must be con- nected 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.

Output Connections 11

[See Figure 2 for RCA output connection illustration.]

The RC-971 has RCA-type output connectors that are compatible with the inputs of most power amplifiers. Use high quality cables and be sure to connect the Left and Right channel outputs of the RC-971 to the correct channels of the amplifier.

Note: There are two sets of outputs on the RC-971. The second set of outputs may be used in custom system configurations to drive a second power amplifier or to supply a signal to a special signal processor.

Front Panel Controls

Volume Control 6

The front panel Volume control is actually two separate controls. The control knobs are “friction connected”, so both controls nor- mally operate together. Turn the controls clockwise to increase the volume, or counterclockwise to decrease the volume.

The two controls can be operated separately by holding one con- trol knob while turning the other. Normally this is necessary only to compensate for problems in the program material.

Tone On/Off Switch 5

When the switch is in the Off position the tone control circuits are bypassed to ensure the purest possible sound. Leave the switch in the Off position unless you want to use the tone controls. Turn the switch to the On position if you want to adjust the tone controls.

Bass and Treble Controls 4

When the Tone Switch is in the On position, turning the Bass and Treble controls adjusts the tone balance of the sound. Turn the controls clockwise to increase the bass or treble output. Turn the controls counterclockwise to decrease the bass or treble output.

Aproperly set up high-performance audio system produces the most natural sound with little or no adjustment of the tone con- trols. Use these controls sparingly. Be particularly careful when turning the controls up (clockwise). This increases the power out- put in the bass or treble range, increasing the load on the ampli- fier and speakers.

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