RD-6500
AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER
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Introduction
READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT
: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
WARNING
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
Units shipped to the U.S.A and Canada are designed for operation on 120 V AC only.
Safety precaution with use of a polarized AC plug.
However, some products may be supplied with a nonpolarized plug.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
U.S.A
CANADA
120 V
Note to CATV System Installer :
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as pracitcal.
· Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed on a rack.
· Keep the set free from moisture, water, and dust.
· Do not let foreign objects in the set.
· Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
· Unplug the power cord when not using the set for long periods of time.
· Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
· Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact wth the set.
· Never disassemble or modify the set in any way.
FCC INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution : Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully
insert.
: Pour éviter chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la
fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu' au
fond.
CAUTION
ATTENTION
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1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the product is operated.
2. Retain instructions - The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Insturctions - All operating and use instuctions should be
followed.
5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in
a wet basement, or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury
to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with
a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product
should follow the manufacturer's insturctions, and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9. A product and cart combinaion should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product
and cart combination to overturn.
10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in
the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, and
these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing
the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's intructions have been adhered to.
11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company. For porducts intended to operate
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
12. Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with a
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail
to fit, contact your electrician to replae your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
Alternate Warnings - This product is equipped with a three-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third(grounding) pin. This plug
will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. this is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the gronding-type plug.
13. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particlar attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
product.
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with
regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See Figure 1.
15. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
16. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken
to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with
them might be fatal.
17. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire
or electric shock.
18. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
19. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage
or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
20. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product form the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
b)
If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
product,
c)
If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d)
If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.
e)
If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f)
When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance -
this indicates a need for service.
21. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
22. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
24. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
Figure 1
Example of antenna grounding as per
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
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CONTENTS
Introduction
· READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT .................................................................................... 2
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................................... 3
System Connections........................................................................................................................................ 5
Front Panel Controls ...................................................................................................................................... 7
Remote Controls.............................................................................................................................................. 8
· REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION RANGE ............................................................................................. 9
· LOADING BATTERIES ............................................................................................................................... 9
Operations
· LISTENING TO A PROGRAM SOURCE .................................................................................................10
· SURROUND SOUND ................................................................................................................................. 13
· ENJOYING SURROUND SOUND ............................................................................................................ 15
· LISTENING TO RADIO BROADCASTS.................................................................................................. 20
· RECORDING............................................................................................................................................... 22
· OTHER FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................................................. 23
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................................................................................24
Specifications.................................................................................................................................................. 25
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System Connections
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MIN
MAX
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PLAY
REC
PLAY
REC
PLAY
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
TAPE MON.
VIDEO 1
CD
AUX
VIDEO 2
MONITOR
VIDEO 1
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
· Do not plug the AC input cord into the wall AC outlet until all connections are completed.
· Be sure to observe the color coding when connecting audio and video cords.
· Change the position of the FM indoor antenna until you get the best reception of your favorite FM stations.
· A 75 outdoor FM antenna may be used to further improve the reception.
Disconnect the indoor antenna before replacing it with the outdoor one.
· Place the AM loop antenna as far as possible from the receiver, TV set, speaker cords and the AC input cord and set it to a
direction for the best reception.
· If the reception is poor with the AM loop antenna, an AM outdoor antenna can be used in place of the AM loop antenna.
· Make connections firmly and correctly. If not, it can cause loss of sound, noise or damage to the receiver.
· If the electricity fails or the AC input cord is left unplugged for more than 2 weeks, the memorized contents will be cleared.
Should this happen, memorize them again.
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