User manual ROTEL RA-960BX

[. . . ] The power cord should be unplugged from the wall outlet if the unit is to be left unused for a long period of time. Immediately stop using the component and have it inspected and/or serviced by a qualified service agency if: · The unit has been dropped or damaged in any way Please use Class 2 Wiring when connecting the speaker terminals of the unit to ensure proper insulation and minimize the risk of electrical shock. Place the unit on a fixed, level surface strong enough to support its weight. Rotel products are designed to comply with international directives on the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment and the disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). [. . . ] When used in a highquality music or home theater system, your Rotel amplifier will provide years of musical enjoyment. It's digital amplifier circuitry, switching power supply, premium components, and Rotel's Balanced Design ensure superb sound quality. High current capability allows the RA-960BX to drive difficult speaker loads with ease. The heat sinks and ventilation openings in the amplifier are designed to dissipate this heat. There should be 10 cm (4 inches) of clearance around the chassis, and reasonable airflow through the installation location, to prevent the amplifier from overheating. Likewise, remember the weight of the amplifier when you select an installation location. A heavy duty multi-tap power outlet strip may be used, but only if it is rated to handle the current demand of the RA-960BX. Be sure the Power Switch on the front panel of the RA-960BX is turned off. Then, plug one end of the cord into the AC power connector 9 on the back panel of the amplifier. Your RA-960BX is configured at the factory for the proper AC line voltage in the country where you purchased it (USA: 120 volts/60 Hz, Europe: 230 volts/50 Hz). NOTE: Should you move your RA-960BX to another country, it is possible to configure your amplifier for use on a different line voltage. The LED indicator above the switch will light, indicating that the amplifier is turned on. To turn the amplifier off, push the button again and return it to the out position. Some speakers also have Speakon® connectors which make it easy to connect the speakers by simply plugging in wires that are terminated with Speakon® plugs. Even if your speakers do not have Speakon® connectors you can still use speaker wires that have Speakon® plugs on one end. The speaker terminals accept bare wire, connector lugs, or "banana" type connectors (except in the European Community countries where their use is not permitted). Give yourself enough slack so you can move the components to allow access to the speaker connectors. If you are using banana plugs, connect them to the wires and then plug into the backs of the speaker connectors. When using banana plugs, the collars of the binding post terminals should be screwed in all the way (clockwise). If you are attaching bare wires directly to the speaker connectors, separate the wire conductors and strip back the insulation from the end of each conductor. Place the connector lug around the shaft, or insert the bundled wire into the hole in the shaft. turn the collars clockwise to clamp the connector lug or wire firmly in place. [. . . ] The connector on the RA-960BX also accepts two contact Speakon® connectors if you do not plan to biwire the speakers. Most difficulties in audio systems are the result of poor or wrong connections, or improper control settings. If you encounter problems, isolate the area of the difficulty, check the control settings, determine the cause of the fault and make the necessary changes. If you are unable to get sound from the RA-960BX, refer to the suggestions for the following conditions: Rotel reserves the right to make improvements without notice. [. . . ]