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Onkyo RDA-7.1 manual

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  • Page 1

    Seven Channel Amplifier RDA-7.1 Instruction Manual[...]

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    2 Impor tant Safety Instructions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an[...]

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    3 Features ■ RDA-7.1 was designed by Balanced Audio Technology in USA. They are known for producing superbly engineered, meticulously crafted products that recreate music with unmatched fidelity and accuracy. ■ THX ® Ultra2 Certified ■ THX Surround EX™ Capable (7 Channels) ■ Over 1000 Watts of Total Output Power (150W × 7Ch) ■ Low-Neg[...]

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    4 Precautions Declaration of Conformity We, ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6, 82194 GROEBENZELL, GERMANY GROEBENZELL, GERMANY ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH I. MORI declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding technical standards such as EN60065, E[...]

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    5 Precautions Before using the RDA-7.1 power amplifier, be sure to read the page above entitled Important Safety Instructions and this page of precautions. Power cord The RDA-7.1 comes with a three-pronged power cord that contains a grounding wire. To help prevent electrical shocks, always insert all three prongs when plugging in the power cord. If[...]

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    6 Unpac king and storing the pac king materials Unpacking When unpacking the RDA-7.1, be sure to remove all accessories from the cardboard box and then check that all are included and none are missing. Removing the RDA-7.1 After removing the RDA-7.1, carefully inspect it to make sure that it has not been damaged during the shipping processes. If da[...]

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    7 Installation Preventing excessive rise in the internal temperature of the RDA-7.1 is vital to the long operational life of the equipment. This will also help prevent trouble at the RDA-7.1 from damaging other connected components. Therefore, it is important to choose a location with excellent ventilation for installation. Ventilation During norma[...]

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    8 Quic k operation guide Here is a quick guide for those who want to listen to music or view their favorite movies as soon as possible. Connections and operations are explained briefly here for the purpose of just getting you started. For those of you who want to operate the RDA-7.1 right away, follow the guide below. However, this instruction manu[...]

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    9 On Standby On Power O f f Seven Channel Amplifier RDA-7.1 Fr ont panel facilities Power On / Off Pressing this switch connects the RDA-7.1 to the main Power outlet and the On indicator lights blue. Sound will be heard after approximately 9 seconds. If you want to operate the RDA-7.1 using a 12-volt trigger, connect to the 12V TRIGGER OUT terminal[...]

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    10 Rear panel facilities and connections Note: • When using this balanced connection for a specific channel between the AV controller and RDA-7.1, set the INPUT SELECT switch to the XLR input side to select balanced input. Next, use balanced cables and connect the balanced output from the AV controller to the corresponding balanced input on the R[...]

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    11 Rear panel facilities and connections Note: • Do not change the INPUT SELECT switch setting when the RDA-7.1 is turned on. • Make sure that connections have been made only to the inputs selected with the INPUT SELECT switches and nothing is connected to the other ones. + OUTPUT – (Speaker output) (Binding post) The RDA-7.1 is equipped with[...]

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    12 Connecting speaker s Before connecting the speakers, place them correctly by consulting the instruction manuals that came with them. Also, read on page 11. For surround playback, the configuration and placement of your speakers are very important. Speaker ratings In actuality, you can connect any type of speaker to the RDA-7.1 and it will operat[...]

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    13 SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 4 OHMS MIN. PER EACH SPEAKER TERMINAL AC INLET SEVEN CHANNEL AMPLIFIER MODEL NO. RDA-7.1 INPUT SELECT FUSE SURROUND BACK RIGHT SURROUND RIGHT 12V TRIGGER IN OUT SURROUND LEFT CENTER FRONT LEFT SURROUND BACK LEFT FRONT RIGHT INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT OUTPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT[...]

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    14 Cautions regar ding humming noise If humming is heard even when the volume is turned down or the RDA-7.1 is turned off, then a “ ground loop ” may be occurring. A ground loop is a potential difference in the grounding of two or more electrically connected components. This potential difference creates multiple current routes when there should[...]

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    15 T r oubleshooting guide If the RDA-7.1 fails to function normally, first check the following points before contacting your Integra Research dealer. If the problem is not solved after going through the following list, unplug the power cord and contact your Integra/Onkyo authorized service center. POWER No power. • Power cord is not correctly pl[...]

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    SN 29343637 Printed in Japan D0312-1 E n * 2 9 3 4 3 6 3 7 * Sales & Product Planning Div. : 2-1, Nisshin-cho, Neyagawa-shi, OSAKA 572-8540, JAPAN Integra Research Division of Tel: 072-831-8023 Fax: 072-831-8124 http://www.onkyo.com/jp/ Integra Research Division of ONKYO U.S.A. CORPORATION 18 Park Way, Upper Saddle River, N.J. 07458, U.S.A. Tel[...]