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RSP-1576MKII Surround Sound Processor
REM IN Jack
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This 3.5 mm mini-jack receives command codes from third-party IR remote
receiver. These remote IR inputs can be used when the RSP-1576MKII front
IR receiver cannot be reached by a sending remote control.
Consult your authorized Rotel dealer for more information on the REM IN jack.
The IR signals from the REM IN jack can be relayed to other source components
using external IR emitters or hard-wired connections from the IR OUT jacks.
See the following section for additional information.
IR OUT Jacks
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The IR OUT 1 & 2 jacks send IR signals received at the REM IN jack to
an infrared blaster or emitter placed in front of a source component’s IR
sensor. In addition, the IR OUT can be hard-wired to other Rotel products
with a REM IN jack.
These outputs allow IR signals to be “relayed” through the RSP-1576MKII
either directly to the IR receiver on the front panel or via the REM IN jack
on the rear panel. This function provides easy control of other source
components when their IR inputs are not accessible such as when they are
installed in a rack system or in a cabinet.
See your authorized Rotel dealer for more information on IR emitters and
repeater systems.
Rotel Link
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Rotel Link is not used for RSP-1576MKII.
Rear USB Power Port
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The rear USB port provides 5V for charging or powering USB devices
including streaming music players. This port does not allow playback of audio.
The port can be configured to remain powered even when the RSP-1576MKII
is in standby mode through the front panel setup menu (See the Power Mode
under the Power Option menu on page 26).
The Power Mode “Quick” option allows the attached streaming source to
remain powered for use with the Signal Sense function for automatic power
on/off control of the RSP-1576MKII.
NOTE:
When configured to provide continuous power to the rear panel
USB port the RSP-1576MKII will consume additional power even when
in standby mode.
RS232 Connector
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The RSP-1576MKII can be controlled via RS232 for integration with
automation systems. The RS232 connector accepts a standard straight DB-9
Male-to-Female cable.
NETWORK Connector
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The Network socket accepts standard RJ-45, CAT-5 cables. The network
connection is not required for normal operation of this unit. This connection
is for software updates or control from an automation system only.
For additional information on the connections, cabling, software, and
operating codes for automation system control or software updates, contact
your authorized Rotel dealer.
Making Connections
Connecting an External Amplifier
See Figure 3
The RSP-1576MKII has preamp RCA outputs for connections to external
power amplifiers to drive up to 12 speakers in configurations from 5.1 to
7.1.4. In addition, there are two subwoofer outputs.
To connect amplifiers, connect an audio cable from each output jack to the
input of the amplifier channel that will power the corresponding speaker.
For example, connect the FRONT L output to the amplifier channel driving
the front left speaker. There are two CENTER RCA jacks; use either jack for
a single center channel, or both if you have two center channels. In six or
seven channel systems, make one or two additional connections for Center
Back channel(s). These jacks are labeled CB L[1] and CB R[2]. Use CB L[1]
for a single center back channel. Ceiling or Overhead speakers should be
connected to the Height 1 and Height 2 jacks.
For preamp output connection information see Audio Configuration options
in the RSP-1576MKII Setup Menu on page 22.
After you have connected the preamp outputs, you need to configure the
RSP-1576MKII for the size and style of speakers in your system and calibrate
the relative volume levels of the speakers. See the Speaker Level Setup
section of this manual on page 24.
Connecting a Subwoofer
See Figure 3
To connect a powered subwoofer, connect a standard RCA audio cable
from the jacks labeled SUB 1/SUB 2 to the input on the subwoofer’s power
amp. Both SUB outputs provide the same signal. Use either connection
for a single subwoofer. Use both connections to connect two subwoofers.
After you have connected the subwoofer, you need to configure the unit to
use the subwoofer and calibrate the relative volume level of the subwoofer.
See the Speaker Level Setup section of this manual on page 24.
Connecting a DVD, Blu-ray, Cable, Satellite, Game Console and HDTV Tuner
See Figure 5 and 9
Source devices including Blu-ray, DVD, satellite, cable, etc. should be attached
to the RSP-1576MKII using HDMI. Connect an HDMI cable from the output
of the source to one of the HDMI inputs on the processor.
Digital audio connection:
Depending on the setup of your system, you can also
use the audio digital connections and assign them to the HDMI video inputs.
Connect the digital output of the source to any of the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL
1–3 or DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 1–3 inputs on the processor. An HDMI cable
carries both digital video and digital audio signals; therefore, in most cases
no separate digital audio connection needs to be made.
Use the INPUT SETUP screen to assign the audio digital input to the HDMI
video input source used above.
