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RT-961
AM/FM Stereo Tuner
Key Features
•
AM and FM tuning capabilities
•
User-friendly Fluorescent Display
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30 Station Presets for memorizing your
favorite stations
•
Manual frequency and preset tuning, auto-
search tuning, preset scanning, and fre-
quency direct tuning.
•
RDS (Radio Data System) capability for
Europe and RBDS (Radio Broadcast Data
Service) capability for the USA.
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Stereo/mono switching
•
12 volt trigger connections for remote turn
on/off by Rotel preamplifiers and surround
processors.
•
Full-function wireless remote control
Unpacking
Remove the unit from its packing. Look for the
handheld remote control and other accesso-
ries. Install the supplied batteries in the remote
control. Save the packing and box as it will
protect the RT-961 if you move or need to re-
turn it for maintenance.
Placement
Place the RT-961 on a solid, dry, level surface
away from direct sunlight, excessive heat, high
humidity, or strong vibrations.
The RT-961 can generate some heat during
normal operation. If installed in a cabinet, make
sure that there is adequate ventilation.
Make sure there is enough room behind the
RT-961 for easy hookup. Place the unit close
to the other components in your audio/video
system and, if possible, place it on its own shelf.
This will make initial cable routing, hookup,
and any subsequent system changes easier.
It also minimizes potential interference or heat
buildup from other components.
Don’t stack heavy objects on top of the RT-961.
Do not expose the unit to moisture; this could
damage the circuitry and cause a safety haz-
ard.
Rear Panel Connections
The RT-961 provides rear panel connections
for audio line level output, an FM antenna,
an AM antenna, a 12V Trigger, a remote IR
sensor, and AC power input.
NOTE
:
Do not plug any system component into
an AC source until system hookup is com-
plete and you are confident that all compo-
nent-to-component connections have been
properly made.
RCA Outputs
Line level RCA audio outputs send a fixed-level
stereo signal from the RT-961 to your pream-
plifier, system controller, or integrated ampli-
fier. Use a standard RCA audio cable to con-
nect the LEFT OUTPUT jack to the left channel
tuner input on your system controller and the
RIGHT OUTPUT jack to the right channel tuner
input on your system controller.
AM Loop Antenna
The RT-961 includes a loop antenna to receive
AM radio signals. Remove this antenna from
the box and locate it near the RT-961.
Connect the 300 ohm twin-conductor wire from
the loop antenna to the pair of screw termi-
nals labeled AM LOOP, attaching one wire
to each terminal. It does not matter which wire
attaches to which terminal, but make sure that
the connections are solid and that the two wires
do not touch.
You may need to rotate or otherwise reorient
the antenna to find the best position.
NOTE
:
To use an outdoor antenna, connect its
300 ohm twin-conductor wire to the G and
AM terminals in place of the loop antenna,
only after a professional contractor has in-
stalled the antenna system in accordance with
local electrical codes.
FM Antenna
The RT-961 is supplied with a T-shaped indoor
FM antenna. Remove this antenna from the
box and connect its attached coax F-type plug
to the FM antenna connector on the RT-961.
For best reception, unfold the T-shaped antenna.
Eyelets at both ends of the T allow tacking the
antenna to a wall, if desired. Experiment with
positioning for best reception.
NOTE
:
To use an outdoor antenna, connect its
75 ohm coax lead wire to the FM connector
in place of the indoor wire antenna, only af-
ter a professional contractor has installed the
antenna system in accordance with local elec-
trical codes. In the USA, you will need to use
the supplied F-type converter to connect the
75 ohm coax cable to the antenna input.
AC Input
Your RT-961 is configured at the factory for
the proper AC line voltage in the country where
you purchased it (115 volts AC at 60Hz in
the USA and 230 volts AC at 50Hz in Europe).
The AC line configuration is noted on a de-
cal on the back of your unit. Make sure that
your unit is configured properly for your AC
line voltage.
Plug the supplied cord into the AC INPUT re-
ceptacle on the back of the unit. Once all other
rear panel connections are completed, plug the
power cord into an AC wall outlet or switched
AC outlet on another system component.
12V TRIGGER Connection
The RT-961 can be activated by a 12 volt trigger
signal from a Rotel preamplifier.
The trigger input accepts any control signal
(AC or DC) ranging from 3 volts to 30 volts.
When a cable is connected to the input and
a trigger signal is present, the tuner is activated.
When the trigger signal is interrupted, the tuner
goes into standby mode. The front panel in-
dicator light remains lit, but the display goes
dark and the unit will not operate.
NOTE
:
When using the 12V Trigger feature,
leave the POWER button in the ON position.
EXT REMOTE IN Jack
This 3.5mm mini-jack receives command codes
from industry-standard infrared receivers
(Xantech, etc.) via hard-wired connections. This
feature could prove useful when the unit is in-
stalled in a cabinet and the front-panel sen-
sor is blocked. Consult your authorized Rotel
dealer for information on these external repeat-
ers and the proper wiring of a jack to fit the
mini-jack receptacle.
