RCA RV-3798, User Manual

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Appendix A: Connecting the Receiver
Things to know before
connecting the components
• Protect components from power surges.
• Connect all components before plugging any power
cords into the wall outlet.
• Always turn off the receiver and/or components before
you connect or disconnect any cables.
• Always make sure the color-coded plugs match the
color of the terminals in which they are inserted. The
connection cable plugs and jacks are color-coded
as follows:
Speaker Terminals Red for positive (
+
) terminals.
Black for negative (—) terminals.
RCA Phono Terminals Red for the right (R) channel.
White for the left (L) channel. Yellow for the video (V).
Black for the subwoofer.
• Some units may be supplied with connection plugs that
are color coded red and black instead of red and white.
In this case, the black plug takes the place of the
white plug.
Position cables correctly to avoid
audio hum or interference
• Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.
• Place audio/video cables to the sides of the receiver’s
back panel instead of straight down the middle after
you connect the components.
• Try not to coil any power cables and keep them away
from the audio/video cables as much as possible.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly
grounded. Refer to the Safety Tips sheet packed with
your receiver.
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Operating the Receiver
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First Things First
1
Tour of the receiver
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Programming the Remote
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