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RSP-1580 SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR
Additional information for high definition outputs:
Typically, choose the HDMI outputs with digital high-definition TVs
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such as LCD, plasma, or DLP monitors. Use the Component Video
connections with analog high definition TVs such as CRT-based
direct view or projection monitors.
HDTV Component Video output is subject to HDCP copy protection.
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It may not display 720p,1080i or 1080p resolution when the
source signal incorporates copy protection. However, when Video
Out is set to 480p/576p in the VIDEO/HDMI menu, all sources
will be available.
The video signal sent to the TV through the HDMI connection will
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not be displayed properly unless all HDMI components in the
system, including the TV monitor, are compatible with the HDCP
copy protection standard.
Only audio signals passed-through directly from the source component
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are sent to the TV set through the HDMI connection. (HDMI Bypass:
YES) To send decoded audio from the RSP-1580 to the TV, you
must select ‘TV mode’ in the VIDEO/HDMI menu and set HDMI
Bypass to NO.
TV monitors with DVI-D connections can usually be connected to
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the HDMI output of the processor with the use of an appropriate
24-pin DVI-HDMI adaptor. However , there are occasionally some
incompatibilities with older DVI-D equipped monitors.
Use the scaler setting of the RSP-1580’ s ‘VID OUT FORMAT’ in
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the VIDEO/HDMI menu to match the native resolution of the TV
monitor.
3D Video is only available through the HDMI outputs.
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Audio Inputs and Outputs
This Rotel processor provides both analog and digital audio
connections.
Tuner Inputs
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A left/right pair of RCA analog audio inputs for connecting an AM/
FM tuner.
VIDEO 1–5 Audio Inputs
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Five pairs of RCA inputs (VIDEO IN 1–5) provide connections for left/
right analog audio signals from five additional source components.
These inputs have corresponding video inputs and are used for VCRs,
satellite TV tuners, DVD players, etc. However, they may also be used for
additional audio only components, simply by omitting the corresponding
video connections.
VIDEO 1–2 Audio Outputs
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Two pairs of RCA jacks (VIDEO OUT 1–2) provide connections for sending
line level left and right analog audio signals for recording to a VCR.
These connections correspond to the VIDEO IN 1–2 connections. Make
sure that you are consistent. If you hook up a particular VCR to the VIDEO
1 inputs, hook up the VIDEO 1 outputs to the same VCR.
Note:
There are no analog audio outputs for VIDEO 3, 4, & 5. Therefore,
in an elaborate system, hook up all of the VCRs and recording devices to
VIDEO 1–2 and use VIDEO 3, 4 & 5 for playback only components.
Note:
Video 1–2 can be used for audio-only tape decks, simply omitting
the corresponding video connections.
CD Inputs
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A left/right pair of RCA analog audio inputs for connecting a CD player
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TAPE Inputs
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A pair of RCA inputs, labeled TAPE IN, for connecting the left/right analog
audio signals from an audio tape deck or recording device.
TAPE Outputs
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A pair of RCA inputs, labeled TAPE OUT, for sending left/right line
level analog audio signals for recording on a tape deck or recording
device.
Note:
These outputs should be connected to the inputs of the same tape
deck connected to the TAPE IN inputs.
MULTI Inputs
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A set of RCA inputs accept up to 7.1 channels of analog signals from
a DVD-A or SACD player. There are inputs for FRONT L & R, CENTER,
SUB, REAR L & R, and CENTER BACK 1 & 2 or VERTICAL HEIGHT L &
R in a Dolby PLIIz setup.
These inputs bypass all digital processing in the processor and are routed
directly to the Volume control and preamp outputs.
There are two subwoofer options for the MULTI input. Normally, the .1
channel input is passed through directly to the subwoofer output. An
optional bass redirect feature duplicates the seven main channels, sums
them, and sends this mono signal through a 100Hz analog low filter
to the subwoofer output. This provides an unaltered analog bypass for
the seven main channels along with a subwoofer signal derived from
those channels.
Preamp Outputs
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A group of ten RCA analog audio outputs sends the RSP-1580’s line level
output signals to external amplifiers and powered subwoofers. These
outputs are variable level, adjusted by the RSP-1580’s volume control.
The ten connectors provide output for: FRONT L & R, CENTER 1 & 2,
SURROUND (REAR) L & R, CENTER BACK CB1 & CB2(or VERTICAL
HEIGHT L & R), and SUBWOOFER 1 & 2.
Note:
Depending on your system configuration, you may use some or all
of these connections. For example, if you only have one center channel,
connect it to the CENTER 1 output. If you only have one center back
channel, connect it to the CB1 output.
Digital Inputs
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The RSP-1580 accepts digital inputs from source components such as CD
players, satellite TV tuners, and DVD players. The built-in digital processor
senses the correct sampling rates.
