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Connecting an audio processor to the RP-5:
The RP-5 has a processor loop which allows various types of processors
(equalizer, room correction, bass enhancement, etc.. ) to be used. There are two
sets of RCA jacks on the rear of the preamp labeled “in” and “out”. Connect the
processor “out” on the rear of the RP-5 to the inputs on your processor. Connect
the outputs of the processor to the jacks labeled “in on the rear of the RP-5. When
the processor button is pushed a blue LED below the button will indicate that the
source signal is going through the processor. With the button out the signal
bypasses the processor. Note that if no processor is connected and the button is
pushed then the signal is interrupted and there will be no output from the
preamplifier. This feature is also accessible via the hand held remote.
Connecting the RP-5 to the power amplifier:
There are two pairs of variable (preamplifier) ouputs on the RP-5. These volume
controlled outputs are used to connect the RP-5 to your power amplifier and any
other device requiring a variable output (e.g. a subwoofer). Unless you are
biamping you will only need the first pair of outputs (labeled “out 1”) to connect
the RP-5 to your amp.
Connecting a subwoofer:
The second set of preamplifier outputs labeled “out 2” can be used for connecting
a subwoofer to the RP-5. The signal to these outputs is identical to the signal
going to the power amp and varies with the volume control. Note that these
outputs can also be used for biamping or running a second power amp located
elsewhere.
Connection to the fixed outputs:
The RP-5 has one pair of fixed outputs. These outputs are connected to the source
and will output whatever signal is being used for the preamp. The volume is
“fixed” and does not vary with the volume control. You can use these to feed a
signal to an external headphone amp or a cd burner, etc….
