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Owner’s Manual

RSP-1098Surround Sound Processor

SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR RSP-1098

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Important Safety InstructionsWARNING: There are no user serviceable parts inside. Referall servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do notexpose the unit to moisture or water. Do not allow foreignobjects to get into the enclosure. If the unit is exposed to moisture,or a foreign object gets into the enclosure, immediately dis-connect the power cord from the wall. Take the unit to a qualifiedservice person for inspection and necessary repairs.

Read all the instructions before connecting or operating the component.Keep this manual so you can refer to these safety instructions.

Heed all warnings and safety information in these instructions and on theproduct itself. Follow all operating instructions.

Clean the enclosure only with a dry cloth or a vacuum cleaner.

You must allow 10 cm or 4 inches of unobstructed clearance around theunit. Do not place the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that couldblock the ventilation openings. If the unit is placed in a bookcase or cabi-net, there must be ventilation of the cabinet to allow proper cooling.

Keep the component away from radiators, heat registers, stoves, or anyother appliance that produces heat.

The unit must be connected to a power supply only of the type and voltagespecified on the rear panel. (USA: 115 V/60Hz, EC: 230V/50Hz)

Connect the component to the power outlet only with the supplied powersupply cable or an exact equivalent. Do not modify the supplied cable. Donot defeat grounding and/or polarization provisions. The cable should beconnected to a 2-pin polarized wall outlet, matching the wide blade of theplug to the wide slot of the receptacle. Do not use extension cords.

Do not route the power cord where it will be crushed, pinched, bent, ex-posed to heat, or damaged in any way. Pay particular attention to the powercord at the plug and where it exits the back of the unit.

The power cord should be unplugged from the wall outlet if the unit is to beleft unused for a long period of time.

Immediately stop using the component and have it inspected and/or ser-viced by a qualified service agency if:

• The power supply cord or plug has been damaged.

• Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit.

• The unit has been exposed to rain.

• The unit shows signs of improper operation

• The unit has been dropped or damaged in any way

NoticeThe COMPUTER I/O connection should be handled by authorized persononly.

FCC InformationThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limitsare designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interferencein a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radi-ate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordancewith the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio communica-tions.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particu-lar installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radioor television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipmentoff and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by oneor more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.(TV, radio, etc.)

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on circuit different from that to whichthe receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for additionalhelp.

CautionThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules operation is subject tothe following to conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.

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1: Front and Rear Panels

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3: On-Screen Display/TFT Screen Menus

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II MODE:Music OPTIONAL PARAMETERS PANORAMA:Off DIMENSION:3CENTER WIDTH:0 INPUT SETUP MENU

DTS Neo:6 MODE:Cinema INPUT SETUP MENU

CONTOUR SETUP SPEAKER:Front DEFEAT:On HF CONTOUR:+5dB LF CONTOUR: 0dB MAIN MENU

SYSTEM STATUS LISTEN:Tuner VID INPUT:Video 1 RECORD:Source MODE:Dolby Digital INPUT:Coaxial 2 VOLUME:65 ZONE 2:Off SPEAKERS:FL CNT SUB FR SL CB1 CB2 SR

MAIN MENU INPUT SPEAKER DELAY TEST TONE SUB SETUP ZONE 2 DISPLAY CONTOUR OTHER DEFAULT EXIT

SPEAKER SETUP FRONT:Large CENTER:Large SURROUND:Large CENTER BACK:Large1 SUBWOOFER:Yes ADVANCED:Enter MAIN MENU

SUBWOOFER SETUP CROSSOVER:100hZ DOLBY DIGITAL: 0dB DOLBY PL II: 0dB DTS: 0dB STEREO/MPEG:+ 2dB MUSIC: Off MULTI INPUT:- 2dB MAIN MENU

ZONE2 SETUP SOURCE:Off VOLUME SETUP:Variable VOLUME:60 TURN ON VOL:Last MAX VOL:Max 12V TRIGGER:Off MAIN MENU

DEFAULT SETUP FACTORY DEFAULT:No USER DEFAULT:No SET USER DEFAULT:No

MAIN MENU

ADV SPEAKER SETUP SPEAKER:Front CROSSOVER:100Hz DOLBY:Small DTS:Small STEREO/MPEG:Large MUSIC:Small SPEAKER SETUP MENU

INPUT SETUP LISTEN:CD VID INPUT:Video 1 INPUT LABEL:_______ INPUT:Coaxial 2 CINEMA EQ:Off 12V TRIGGER:1DEFAULT MODE:Dolby 3 Stereo GROUP DELAY:200ms

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INPUT SETUP LISTEN:Multi Input VID INPUT:Video 1 INPUT LABEL:_______

12V TRIGGER:1 LFE REDIRECT:On

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INPUT SETUP LISTEN:CD VID INPUT:Video 1 INPUT LABEL:_______ INPUT:Coaxial 2 CINEMA EQ:Off 12V TRIGGER:1DEFAULT MODE:Dolby PLII Cinema GROUP DELAY:200mS MAIN MENU OPTION

DELAY SETUP LEFT: 12ft 3.6m CENTER: 11ft 3.3m RIGHT: 11ft 3.3m R SURROUND: 6ft 1.8m R CTR BACK: 8ft 2.4m L CTR BACK: 9ft 2.7m L SURROUND: 5ft 1.5m SUBWOOFER: 5ft 1.5m MAIN MENU

TEST TONE LEFT:+ 1dB CENTER:- 1dB RIGHT:+ 2dB R SURROUND:+ 5dB R CTR BACK:+ 2dB L CTR BACK:+ 2dB L SURROUND:+ 4dB SUBWOOFER:+ 9dB

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OTHER OPTIONS RECORD:Source TURN ON VOL:Last MAX VOL:Max VOL SPEED:Slow POWER:Direct LANGUAGE:English VIDEO:NTSC MAIN MENU

DISPLAY OPTIONS DISPLAY SOURCE:Off CONTRAST:+ 5 BRIGHTNESS:- 5 PROGRESSIVE:No OSD OUTPUT: SCREEN+MON MAIN MENU

CONTOUR SETUP SPEAKER:Front DEFEAT:On HF CONTOUR:+5 LF CONTOUR: 0 MAIN MENU

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ContentsBoxed numbers refer to RSP-1098 illustration.Boxed letters refer to RR-1050 illustration.

Important Safety Instructions ............................. 3

1: Front and Rear Panels ................................... 4

2: RR-1050 Remote ........................................... 5

3: On-Screen Display/TFT Screen Menus ............. 6

4: Outputs ......................................................... 7

5: Source Connections ........................................ 8

6: Zone 2 Connections ....................................... 9

About Rotel ......................................... 12

Getting Started .................................... 12

Video features ................................................. 12

Audio features ................................................. 12

Surround features ............................................ 12

Other features ................................................. 12

Unpacking ....................................................... 13

Placement ....................................................... 13

CONNECTIONS 13

Analog Audio Inputs & Outputs ............ 13

CD Inputs .................................................. 13

Tuner Inputs .............................................. 13

TAPE Inputs ............................................... 13

TAPE Outputs ............................................ 13

VIDEO 1–5 Audio Inputs ........................... 14

VIDEO 1–3 Audio Outputs ......................... 14

MULTI Inputs ............................................. 14

Preamp Outputs ........................................ 14

ZONE 2 Audio Outputs ............................... 14

Video Inputs & Outputs ........................ 14

VIDEO 1–5 Composite Video Inputs ........... 15

VIDEO 1–3 Composite Video Outputs ......... 15

VIDEO 1–5 S-Video Inputs ......................... 15

VIDEO 1–3 S-Video Outputs ...................... 15

VIDEO 1–4 Component Video Inputs ......... 15

TV Monitor Outputs ...................... 15

ZONE 2 Video Outputs ............................... 15

Digital Audio Input & Outputs ............... 15

Digital Inputs ..................................... 15

Digital Outputs ................................... 16

Other Connections ................................ 16

AC Input ................................................... 16

Master Power Switch ................................. 16

12V TRIGGER Connections ......................... 16

REM IN Jacks ............................................ 16

IR OUT Jacks ............................................. 16

Computer I/O ........................................... 16

Making Connections .............................. 17

CD Player ........................................................ 17

DVD Player ...................................................... 17

Cable, Satellite, or HDTV Tuner ......................... 17

AM/FM Tuner .................................................. 17

Audio Tape Recorder ........................................ 17

VCR or Digital Video Recorder .......................... 17

DVD-A or SACD Player ..................................... 17

TV Monitor ....................................................... 18

Amplifiers and Powered Subwoofers ................. 18

OPERATING THE RSP-1098 18

Front Panel Overview .......................... 18

Color TFT Display ...................................... 18

MENU button ...................................... 18

DISPLAY Button ......................................... 18

STANDBY Button ....................................... 18

VOLUME Knob ........................................... 18

MUTE Button ...................................... 19

FUNCTION Knob ........................................ 19

PATH Button .............................................. 19

SPEAKER Button ........................................ 19

MODE Button ............................................ 19

Remote Sensor .......................................... 19

ZONE 2 LED .............................................. 19


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Remote Control Overview .................... 19

Using the RR-1050AUDIO Button ........................................... 19

Programming the RR-1050PRELOAD Button ....................................... 19

MENU/OSD button ............................. 19

ENTER Button ............................................ 19

ON/OFF Buttons ....................................... 19

POWER Button .......................................... 19

VOLUME Button ......................................... 20

MUTE Button ...................................... 20

DEVICE/INPUT Buttons .............................. 20

REC Button ................................................ 20

ZONE Button ............................................. 20

UP/DOWN Buttons .................................... 20

+/– Buttons ............................................. 20

Speaker Selection Buttons ......................... 20

EQ Button ................................................. 20

TONE Button ............................................. 20

Surround Mode Buttons ............................. 20

SUR+ Button ............................................. 20

DYN Button ............................................... 20

Basic Operations .................................. 20

Power and Standby On/Off ......... 20

Volume Adjustments ........................... 21

Muting the Sound ............................... 21

Display Options .................................. 21

Selecting Inputs .................................... 21

Selecting a Source Inputfrom the Front Panel .......................... 21

Selecting a Sourcefrom the Remote ......................... 22

Overview of Surround Formats ............. 22

Dolby SurroundDolby Pro Logic II ............................................ 22

Dolby Digital ................................................... 22

DTS 5.1DTS 96/24 ...................................................... 22

DTS Neo:6 ....................................................... 23

6.1 and 7.1 Surround ...................................... 23

DSP Music Modes ............................................. 23

2Ch/5Ch/7Ch Stereo Formats .......................... 23

Other Digital Formats ...................................... 24

Automatic Surround Modes ................... 24

Manually Selecting Surround Modes ...... 24

Dolby Digital 5.1Dolby Digital Surround EX ............................... 25

Dolby Digital 2.0 ............................................. 25

DTS 5.1DTS 96/24DTS-ES 6.1 ....................................................... 25

MPEG Multichannel .......................................... 26

Digital Stereo(PCM, MP3, and HDCD) ................................... 26

Analog Stereo .................................................. 26

Other Settings ......................................27

Temporary Speaker Level ..... 27

Temporary Group Delay ........ 27

Dynamic Range ........................... 27

Contour/Tone Settings ........................ 27

Cinema EQ ................................................ 28

Zone 2 Operation .................................28

Zone 2 Power On/Off Operation ............... 28

Controlling Zone 2from the Front Panel ....................................... 28

Controlling Zone 2from the Remote Location ........... 28

SETUP 29

Menu Basics ......................................... 29

Navigation Buttons ............... 29

System Status .................................................. 29

Main Menu ...................................................... 30

Display Options ................................................ 30

Configuring Inputs ................................ 30

Input Setup ...................................................... 30

Multi Input Setup ............................................. 31

Dolby Pro Logic II ............................................ 32

DTS Neo:6 ....................................................... 32

Configuring Speakers and Audio ............ 32

Understanding Speaker Configuration .............. 32

Speaker Setup ................................................. 33

Advance Speaker Setup .................................... 34

Subwoofer Setup ............................................. 34

Test Tone ......................................................... 35

Delay Setup ..................................................... 36

Contour Setup .................................................. 36

Miscellaneous Settings ......................... 36

Other Options .................................................. 36

Zone 2 Setup ................................................... 37

Default Setup .................................................. 37

MORE INFORMATION 38

Troubleshooting .................................... 38

Specifications ....................................... 39

Audio .............................................................. 39

Video ............................................................... 39

General ........................................................... 39

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About RotelA family whose passionate interest in musicled them to manufacture high fidelity compo-nents of uncompromising quality founded Rotel40 years ago. Through the years that passionhas remained undiminished and the family goalof providing exceptional value for audiophilesand music lovers regardless of their budget,is shared by all Rotel employees.

The engineers work as a close team, listen-ing to, and fine tuning each new product untilit reaches their exacting musical standards.They are free to choose components fromaround the world in order to make that prod-uct the best they can. You are likely to findcapacitors from the United Kingdom andGermany, semi conductors from Japan or theUnited States, while toroidal power transformersare manufactured in Rotel’s own factory.

Rotel’s reputation for excellence has beenearned through hundreds of good reviews andawards from the most respected reviewers inthe industry, who listen to music every day.Their comments keep the company true to itsgoal - the pursuit of equipment that is musi-cal, reliable and affordable.

All of us at Rotel, thank you for buying thisproduct and hope it will bring you many yearsof enjoyment.

Surround features

• Automatic Dolby Digital® decoding forDolby Digital® 2.0, Dolby Digital® 5.1, andDolby Digital Surround EX® recordings.

• Dolby® Pro Logic II® decoding for DolbySurround® matrix encoded recordings. Canbe optimized for Music or Cinema sourcesplus an emulation mode for the originalDolby Pro Logic decoding.

• Automatic decoding for DTS® 5.1 channel,DTS-ES® Matrix 6.1 channel, DTS-ES® Dis-crete 6.1 channel, and DTS 96/24 digi-tal recordings.

• DTS® Neo:6® Surround modes for deriv-ing surround channels for 5.1, 6.1 or 7.1channel systems from 2-channel stereo ormatrix surround recordings. Can be opti-mized for Music or Cinema sources.

• Automatic decoding for MPEG Multichanneldigital recordings.

• Rotel XS (eXtra Surround) automatically en-sures proper decoding and optimum per-formance from any multichannel digitalsignal on 6.1 and 7.1 channel systems.Always active in any system with centerback speaker(s), Rotel XS even works withsignals that would not otherwise activatethe proper decoding (such as non-flaggedDTS-ES and Dolby Surround EX discs) orfor which there is no extended surrounddecoder (such as DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital5.1, and even Dolby Pro Logic II decodedDolby Digital 2.0 recordings).

• Surround modes for playback of surroundsound material on 2 channel and 3 chan-nel systems for total compatibility.

• Four DSP Music modes.

Other features

• Multi-zone, multi-source capability withindependent input selection and volume.

• User friendly ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD)menu system with programmable labels forall inputs. Choice of languages.

• Learning remote control to operate theRSP-1098 and nine other components.

• Upgradeable microprocessor software toaccommodate future upgrades.

• Four assignable 12V trigger outputs forremote turn-on of power amplifiers and othercomponents.

Getting StartedThank you for purchasing the Rotel RSP-1098Surround Sound Processor. The RSP-1098 isfull-featured audio/video control center foranalog and digital source components. It fea-tures digital processing for a wide range offormats including Dolby Surround®, DolbyDigital®, DTS® and HDCD® source material.

Video features

• Front panel widescreen color TFT screenfor video or operating menus.

• Wideband 100 mHz video processing forHDTV signals.

• Full complement of composite, S-Video, andComponent Video inputs and outputs

• Conversion of composite and S-Video sig-nals to Component Video for output to TVmonitor.

Audio features

• Rotel’s Balanced Design Concept combinesadvanced circuit board layout, comprehen-sive parts evaluation, and extensive listeningtests for superior sound and reliability.

• Individual circuit boards grouped by func-tion for maximum signal isolation.

• 24-bit/128x oversampling analog-to-digitalconverters from AKM and Crystal Semicon-ductor 24-bit/192 kHz digital-to-analogconverters

• Analog bypass mode for pure 2-speakerstereo with no digital processing.

• Optical and coax digital inputs and out-puts.

• MULTI Input for 7.1 channel analog signalsfrom DVD-A and SACD players. Subwooferoptions include .1 channel pass throughor bass redirect feature with an analog low-pass filter for a summed subwoofer outputfrom seven channels.

• Automatic HDCD® decoding for signals fromHigh Definition Compatible Digital® com-pact discs.

• Automatic decoding of digital signals fromMP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) players.

“DTS”, “DTS-ES Extended Surround”, “DTS ES® Matrix 6.1”,and “DTS ES® Discrete 6.1”, and “DTS Neo:6®”aretrademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, “Surround EX”, and the double-Dsymbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

, HDCD®, High Definition Compatible Digital ® andPacific Microsonics™ are either registered trademarks ortrademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. in the United Statesand/or other countries. HDCD system manufactured underlicense from Pacific Microsonics, Inc. This product is coveredby one or more of the following: In the USA: 5,479,168,5,638,074, 5,640,161, 5,808,574, 5,838,274,5,854,600, 5,864,311, 5,872,531, and in Australia:669114. Other patents pending.

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Unpacking

Remove the unit carefully from its packing. Findthe remote control and other accessories. Savethe box as it will protect the RSP-1098 if youmove or need to return it for maintenance.

Placement

Place the RSP-1098 on a solid, level surfaceaway from sunlight, heat, moisture, or vibra-tion. Make sure that the shelf can support theweight of the unit.

Place the RSP-1098 close to the other com-ponents in your system and, if possible, on itsown shelf. This will make initial hookup, andsubsequent system changes easier.

The RSP-1098 can generate heat during nor-mal operation. Do not block ventilation open-ings. Allow a minimum of 10 cm (4 inches)of unobstructed space around the unit. If in-stalled in a cabinet, make sure that there isadequate ventilation.

Don’t stack other components or objects ontop of the RSP-1098. Don’t let any liquid fallinto the unit.

CONNECTIONSAlthough, the RSP-1098’s rear panel looksdaunting, connecting the unit to your systemis straightforward. Each of the source compo-nents in the system are connected to theRSP-1098 inputs with a pair of standard RCAcables for analog audio, a video connection(composite, S-Video, or Component Video),and an optional digital audio cable (coax oroptical).

NOTE: Surround formats like Dolby Digital andDTS are digital formats and the RSP-1098can only decode them when a digital inputsignal is available. For this reason, you shouldalways connect your DVD player’s digitaloutputs to the RSP-1098, using either the op-tical or coax inputs.

The outputs of RSP-1098 are sent to the poweramplifier(s) with standard RCA cables frompreamp audio outputs. The video signal fromthe RSP-1098 is sent to the TV monitor usingcomposite video, S-Video, or Component Videoconnections.

In addition, the RSP-1098 has MULTI input con-nections for a source component that does itsown surround decoding, remote IR sensorinputs, and 12V trigger connections for remoteturn-on of other Rotel components.

NOTE: Do not plug any system componentinto an AC source until all connections havebeen properly made.

Video cables should have a 75 ohm imped-ance. The S/PDIF digital audio interface stan-dard also specifies a 75 ohm impedance andall good digital cables adhere to this require-ment. Do NOT substitute conventional audiointerconnect cables for digital or video signals.Standard audio interconnects will pass thesesignals, but their limited bandwidth reduce per-formance.

When making signal connections, connect LEFTchannels to LEFT channel jacks and RIGHT chan-nels to RIGHT channel jacks. All RCA-typeconnections on the RSP-1098 follow these stan-dard color codes:

Left channel audio: white RCA jackRight channel audio: red RCA jackComposite video: yellow RCA jack

NOTE: Each source input must be properlyconfigured using the INPUT SETUP menu ofthe OSD menu system. We recommend go-ing to this menu after connecting each sourceto configure it as desired. See Input Setup ofthe Setup section for information.

Analog Audio Inputs &OutputsThe following connections are used for con-necting analog audio signals to and from theRSP-1098. See the Making Connections topicfor specific instructions on connecting each typeof component.

NOTE: Normally, the RSP-1098 converts ana-log inputs to digital signals. All of the digitalprocessing is available including bass man-agement, digital crossovers, speaker level anddelay settings and a number surround modeoptions including 2-ch stereo, Dolby Pro LogicII, etc. Alternatively, there is an analog by-pass surround mode that routes 2-ch analoginputs directly to the Volume control andpreamp outputs, bypassing the digital pro-cessing entirely for pure analog stereo.

CD Inputs

A left/right pair of RCA analog audio inputsfor connecting a CD player.

Tuner Inputs

A left/right pair of RCA analog audio inputsfor connecting an AM/FM tuner.

TAPE Inputs

A pair of RCA inputs, labeled TAPE IN, forconnecting the left/right analog audio signalsfrom an audio tape deck or recording device.

TAPE Outputs

A pair of RCA inputs, labeled TAPE OUT, forsending left/right line level analog audio sig-nals for recording on a tape deck or record-ing device.

NOTE: These outputs should be connected tothe inputs of the same tape deck connectedto the TAPE IN inputs.

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VIDEO 1–5 Audio Inputs

Five pair of RCA inputs, labeled AUDIO IN(VIDEO IN 1 – 5), provide connections for left/right analog audio signals from five additionalsource components. These inputs have corre-sponding video inputs and are used for VCRs,satellite TV tuners, DVD players, etc. However,they may also be used for additional audioonly components, simply omitting the corre-sponding video connections.

VIDEO 1–3 Audio Outputs

Three pair of RCA jacks, labeled AUDIO OUT(VIDEO OUT 1 – 3), provide connections forsending line level left/right line level analogaudio signals for recording to a VCR.

These connections correspond to the VIDEOIN 1-3 connections. Make sure that you areconsistent. If you hook up a particular VCR tothe VIDEO 1 inputs, hook up the VIDEO 1 out-puts to the same VCR.

NOTE: There are no analog audio outputs forVIDEO 4 & 5. Therefore, in an elaborate sys-tem, hook up all of the VCRs and recordingdevices to VIDEO 1–3 and use VIDEO 4 & 5for playback only components.

NOTE: Video 1–3 can be used for audio-onlytape decks, simply omitting the correspond-ing video connections.

MULTI Inputs

A set of RCA inputs accept up to 7.1 chan-nels of analog signals from a DVD-A or SACDplayer. There are inputs for FRONT L & R,CENTER, SUB, REAR L & R, and CENTER BACK1 & 2.

These inputs bypass all digital processing inthe RSP-1098 and are routed directly to theVolume control and preamp outputs

There are two subwoofer options for the MULTIinput. Normally, the .1 channel input is passedthrough directly to the subwoofer output. Anoptional bass redirect feature duplicates the7 main channels, sums them, and sends thismono signal through a 100 Hz analog lowfilter to the subwoofer output. This providesan unaltered analog bypass for the seven mainchannels along with a subwoofer signal de-rived from those channels.

Preamp Outputs

A group of ten RCA analog audio outputs sendsthe RSP-1098’s line level output signals toexternal amplifiers and powered subwoofers.These outputs are variable level, adjusted bythe RSP-1098 volume control. The eight con-nectors provide output for: FRONT L & R, CEN-TER 1 & 2, SURROUND L & R, CENTER BACKCB1 & CB2, and SUBWOOFER 1 & 2.

NOTE: Depending on your system configura-tion, you may use some or all of these con-nections. For example, if you only have onecenter channel, connect it to the CENTER 1output. If you only have one center back chan-nel, connect it to the CB1 output.

ZONE 2 Audio Outputs

A pair of RCA inputs, labeled AUDIO OUT/ZONE 2, sending analog audio signals to anexternal amplifier for a remote zone. Theseoutputs can be configured as either fixed orvariable level using the ZONE 2 SETUP menu.

NOTE: Only analog input signals are avail-able at the Zone 2 outputs. Source compo-nents connected to only the digital inputs arenot available in Zone 2.

To configure your system for Zone 2 opera-tion, connect the left and right Zone 2 outputson the RSP-1098 to the left and right channelinputs of the amplifier powering the remotespeakers, using standard RCA audio cables.

Video Inputs & OutputsThese connections are used for connectingvideo signals to and from the RSP-1098. Seethe Making Connections section for specificinstructions for each type of component.

The RSP-1098 provides Composite, S-Video,and Component Video connections. Compositevideo connections simplify system configura-tion; however, S-Video connections typicallyprovide better picture quality. Component Videoconnections are required for HDTV or progres-sive scanned DVD video. Be aware of the fol-lowing implications for the configuration of yoursystem:

On Screen Display: The RSP-1098 OSDsystem is available on the TV monitor, regardlessof what type of connection is made from theTV MONITOR outputs to the TV set. The OSDsystem is also available in the TFT screen.

NOTE: When using a progressive scan or 1080ivideo signal from the Component Video in-puts, the TV monitor cannot display the videosignal and the OSD menus at the same time.A “progressive” setting in the Display Optionssetup menu allows the use of the main OSDsetup menus, even with progressive or HDTVsignals. When the main OSD setup menus areactivated, the progressive scan video input isinterrupted and restored when the OSD menusare cancelled. The temporary OSD informa-tion displays (such as volume setting, etc.) arenot displayed. All of the OSD displays are avail-able on the front-panel TFT screen.

Output Conversion: The RSP-1098 con-verts composite and S-Video signals to Com-ponent Video signals for output to an NTSCor PAL standard TV monitor. For maximum con-venience, connect the RSP-1098 to the TV moni-tor with Component Video connections. S-Videosignals cannot be converted to composite out-puts and vice versa.

NOTE: When the progressive mode is set toYES in the DISPLAY OPTIONS setup menu, theconversion from composite or S-Video to Com-ponent Video output is only available for theVIDEO 5 input, not for the VIDEO 1–4 inputs.

Many digital HDTV monitors adjust scan ratesand other video parameters depending on thetype of input connection. You may wish to makemultiple connections between the RSP-1098and the TV monitor, switching inputs on theTV to take advantage of these features.

TFT Display: If you choose to display videosignals on the front panel display, keep in mindthat it can only display signals from sourcesconnected with composite video connections.

Even if you use Component Video connections,it is recommended that you also make com-posite video connections from each sourcecomponent to the RSP-1098 so that the sig-nal from each source component can be dis-played on the front panel TFT display.

NOTE: The TFT display cannot properly dis-play progressive scan (480p) signals. Whena DVD player is outputting a progressive scansignal on Component Video outputs, its com-posite video outputs may not provide a us-able signal. In this case, the TFT screen willnot be able to display video from the DVDplayer or may display distorted video, evenwith a composite video connection.

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VIDEO 1–5Composite Video Inputs

Five inputs accepts standard composite videosignals from source components using stan-dard 75 ohm RCA video cables.

VIDEO 1–3Composite Video Outputs

Three RCA jacks, labeled COMPOSITE VIDEOOUT 1–3, provide connections for sendingcomposite video signals for recording on aVCR or other recording device.

These connections correspond to the VIDEOIN 1-3 connections. Make sure that you areconsistent. If you hook up a particular VCR tothe VIDEO 1 inputs, hook up the VIDEO 1 outputto the same VCR.

NOTE: The RSP-1098 cannot convert S-Videoor Component Video signals to compositevideo. Therefore, only signals received at thecomposite video inputs are available at theseoutputs.

VIDEO 1–5 S-Video Inputs

Five inputs, labeled S-VIDEO IN 1–5 acceptS-Video signals from source components.

VIDEO 1–3 S-Video Outputs

Three S-VIDEO jacks, labeled S-VIDEO OUT1–3, provide connections for sending S-Videosignals for recording on a VCR or other re-cording device.

These connections correspond to the VIDEOIN 1-3 connections. Make sure that you areconsistent. If you hook up a particular VCR tothe VIDEO 1 inputs, hook up the VIDEO 1 outputto the same VCR.

NOTE: The RSP-1098 cannot convert compos-ite video or Component Video signals toS-Video. Only signals received at the S-Videoinputs are available at these outputs.

VIDEO 1–4Component Video Inputs

Component Video connections split the videointo three signals – luminance (Y) and sepa-rate chrominance (CB and CR) signals, allowingdelivery of a reference-quality picture with highdefinition signals. Component Video connec-tions should be used for progressive scan DVDplayers and high-definition digital television

receivers. Each of these signals is carried bya separate 75 ohm video cable with RCAconnectors.

NOTE: In progressive scan mode, a DVD playermay not be able to output a usable videosignal on its composite video outputs. In thiscase, the TFT screen will not be able to dis-play video from the DVD player, even with acomposite video input.

Four sets of inputs, labeled COMPONENTVIDEO IN 1–4 accept Component video sig-nals from source components.

NOTE: When using a progressive scan or1080i HDTV video signal from the Compo-nent Video inputs, the TV monitor cannot dis-play the video signal and the OSD menus atthe same time. A “progressive” setting in theDisplay Options setup menu allows the useof the main OSD setup menus, even with pro-gressive or HDTV signals. When the mainOSD setup menus are displayed, the progres-sive video signal is interrupted and restoredwhen the OSD menus are cancelled. The tem-porary OSD information displays (such as vol-ume setting, etc.) are not displayed.

TV Monitor Outputs

The TV MONITOR outputs of the RSP-1098send the video signal to your TV monitor. Threetypes of video output connections are provided– RCA composite video, S-Video, and Com-ponent Video.

The composite video output only sends signalsfrom composite video inputs to the TV moni-tor. The S-Video output only sends signals fromS-Video video inputs to the TV. The Compo-nent Video output converts signals from ANYtype of source input to the TV. If you haveconnected all of your source components withthe same type of connection, then you onlyneed to make one connection from theRSP-1098 to the TV monitor. If you connectthe RSP-1098 to the TV monitor with Compo-nent Video connections, you also only needto make one type of connection because com-posite and S-Video signals are converted toComponent Video.

NOTE: When the progressive mode is set toYES in the DISPLAY OPTIONS setup menu, theconversion from composite or S-Video to Com-ponent Video output is only available for theVIDEO 5 input, not for the VIDEO 1–4 inputs.

ZONE 2 Video Outputs

The ZONE 2 Video outputs of the RSP-1098send the video signal to a TV monitor in theremote zone. Two types of video output con-nections are provided – RCA composite videoand S-Video.

NOTE: Only composite video input signals areavailable at the Zone 2 composite video out-puts. Only S-Video input signals are avail-able at the Zone 2 S-Video video outputs.

Digital AudioInput & OutputsThe RSP-1098 provides digital connectionswhich may be used in place of, or in addi-tion to, the analog audio input and output con-nections described in the previous sections.These connections include eight digital inputsand four digital outputs for recording.

These digital connections can be used withany source component that supplies a digitalsignal, such as a DVD player, CD player, orsatellite TV tuner.

NOTE: With a digital connection, the RSP-1098will be used to decode the signal, rather thanthe source component’s internal decoders. Ingeneral, you must use digital connections fora DVD player or other component that sup-plies a Dolby Digital or DTS signal; other-wise the RSP-1098 will not be able to decodethese formats.

Digital Inputs

The RSP-1098 accepts digital inputs from sourcecomponents such as CD players, satellite TVtuners, and DVD players. The built-in digitalprocessor senses and adjusts to the correct sam-pling rates.

There are eight digital inputs on the rear panel,five coaxial and three optical. These digitalinputs can be assigned to any of the inputsources using the INPUT SETUP screen duringthe setup process. For example, you can as-sign the COAXIAL 1 digital input connectorto the VIDEO 1 source and the OPTICAL 2digital input to the VIDEO 3 source.

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NOTE: When using digital connections, youshould also make the analog audio input con-nections described previously. The analogconnection is necessary to record to an ana-log recorder in some circumstances or forZONE 2 operation

Digital Outputs

The RSP-1098 has four digital outputs (twocoaxial and two optical) to send the digitalsignal from any of the digital inputs to a digi-tal recorder or outboard digital processor.When a digital input source signal is selectedfor listening, that signal is automatically sentto both digital outputs for recording.

NOTE: Only digital signals from source com-ponents are available at these outputs. Ana-log signals cannot be converted and are notavailable at the digital outputs.

Other ConnectionsAC Input

Your RSP-1098 is configured at the factory forthe proper AC line voltage in the country whereyou purchased it (USA: 115 volts/60Hz ACor CE: 230 volts /50 Hz AC ). The AC lineconfiguration is noted on a decal on the backof your unit.

Plug the supplied cord into the AC INPUTreceptacle on the back of the unit.

NOTE: Memorized settings and video labelsare preserved indefinitely, even if theRSP-1098 is disconnected from AC power.

Master Power Switch

The large rocker switch on the rear panel is amaster power switch. When it is in the OFFposition, power to the unit is completely off.When it is in the ON position, the front panelSTANDBY and remote control ON/OFF but-tons can be used to active the unit or put itstandby mode.

NOTE: After all connections are completed,the rear panel master power switch shouldbe put in the ON position and usually left inthat position.

12V TRIGGER Connections

Many Rotel amplifiers offer the option of turningthem on and off using a 12 volt trigger. Thesefour connections provide this 12 volt triggersignal from the RSP-1098. When the RSP-1098is activated, a 12 volt DC signal is sent to theamplifiers to turn them on. When the RSP-1098is put in STANDBY mode, the trigger signal isinterrupted and the amplifiers turn off.

To use the remote turn on feature, connect oneof the RSP-1098’s 12V TRIG OUT jacks to the12 volt trigger input of a Rotel amplifier, us-ing a cable with mono 3.5 mm mini-plugs onboth ends. The +12 V DC signal appears atthe “tip” connector.

NOTE: The 12V Trigger outputs can be config-ured to turn on only when specific inputsources are activated. See the Input Setupand Zone 2 Setup menus in the Setup sectionof this manual for details.

REM IN Jacks

Three 3.5 mm mini-jacks (labeled REM IN,ZONE 2, and ZONE 3) receive commandcodes from an industry-standard infrared re-ceivers (Xantech, etc.), used when the IR sig-nals from a hand held remote control cannotreach the front panel IR sensor.

EXT: The EXT jack is used with an outboardIR receiver to duplicate the front panel IR sen-sor. This feature is useful when the unit is in-stalled in a cabinet and the front panel sen-sor is blocked or when IR signals need to berelayed to other components.

ZONE 2 and ZONE 3: These two jacks areused with IR repeater systems to receiver sig-nals from IR control systems in remote loca-tions. For example, remote control signals sentto the ZONE 2 REM IN control the ZONE 2features of the RSP-1098 and can be relayedto other components. Remote control signalssent to the ZONE 3 REM IN can be used toselect the RECORDING source (the signalavailable at the TAPE OUT connections).

Consult your authorized Rotel dealer for in-formation on external receivers and the properwiring of a 3.5 mm mini-plugs to fit the REMIN jacks.

NOTE: The IR signals from the EXT REMOTEIN jack (as well as those from the ZONE 2/ZONE 3 REMOTE IN jacks) can be relayedto source components using external IR emit-ters or hard-wired connections from the IROUT jacks. See the following section for ad-ditional information.

IR OUT Jacks

The IR OUT 1 & 2 jacks send IR signals re-ceived at the ZONE REM IN jacks or the EXTREM IN jack to an infrared blaster or emitterplaced in front of a source component’s IRsensor. In addition, the IR OUT can be hard-wired to Rotel CD players, DVD players, ortuners with a compatible connector.

These outputs are used to allow IR signals fromZone 2 to be sent to the source components,or to pass along IR signals from a remote inthe main room when the sensors on the sourcecomponents are blocked by installation in acabinet.

See your authorized Rotel dealer for informationon IR emitters and repeater systems.

Computer I/O

The RSP-1098 can be operated from a com-puter with audio system control software fromthird-party developers. This control is accom-plished by sending operating codes from thecomputer via a hard-wired RS-232 serial con-nection. In addition, the RSP-1098 can be up-dated using special software from Rotel.

The COMPUTER I/O input provides the nec-essary network connections on the rear panel.It accepts standard RJ-45 8-pin modular plugs,such as those commonly used in 10-BaseT UTPEthernet cabling.

For additional information on the connections,cabling, software, and operating codes for com-puter control or updating of the RSP-1098, con-tact your authorized Rotel dealer.

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Making ConnectionsCD Player

Connect the left and right analog outputs fromthe CD player to the AUDIO IN jacks labeledCD (left and right).

Optional: Connect the digital output of the CDplayer to any of the Optical or Coax digitalinputs on the RSP-1098. Use the INPUT SETUPscreen to assign that digital input to the CDsource.

There are no video connections for a CD Player.

DVD Player

DVD connections can be made to the VIDEO1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 inputs. In elaborate systems,you may wish to use VIDEO 4 or VIDEO 5for DVD players, since these inputs do not havecorresponding OUTPUT connections. If youchoose VIDEO 1, make sure that you useVIDEO 1 inputs and outputs for all analog audioand video connections.

Connect a video cable (Composite Video,S-Video, and/or Component Video from theoutput of the DVD player to the appropriateVIDEO IN 1–5 input. If you intend to use theprogressive scan feature with an HDTV moni-tor, you should use Component Video connec-tions. If you choose S-Video or ComponentVideo connections, you should also make astandard Composite Video connection so thatthe DVD menus can be displayed on theRSP-1098 front panel display.

Connect the digital output of the DVD playerto any one of the OPTICAL IN or COAXIALIN digital inputs on the RSP-1098. Use theINPUT SETUP screen to assign that digital in-put to the same video input source used above.For example, if you use the Video 4 inputsabove, assign the digital input to the VIDEO4 input.

If you want to record the audio signal fromthe DVD player, connect the left and rightanalog outputs from the DVD player to the leftand right AUDIO IN jacks corresponding tothe VIDEO IN input selected above.

Cable, Satellite, or HDTV Tuner

TV tuner connections can be made to the VIDEO1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 inputs. In elaborate systems,you may wish to use VIDEO 4 or VIDEO 5for TV tuners, since these inputs do not have

corresponding OUTPUT connections. If youchoose VIDEO 1, make sure that you useVIDEO 1 inputs and outputs for all analog audioand video connections.

Connect a video cable (Composite Video,S-Video, and/or Component Video) from theoutput of the TV tuner to the appropriate VIDEOIN 1–5 input. For HDTV signals, you shoulduse Component Video connections. If youchoose S-Video or Component Video connec-tions, you should also make a standard Com-posite Video connection so that the TV signalscan be displayed on the RSP-1098 front paneldisplay.

Connect the left and right analog outputs fromthe TV tuner to the left and right AUDIO INjacks corresponding to the VIDEO IN input se-lected above.

OPTIONAL: Connect the digital output of theTV tuner to any one of the OPTICAL IN orCOAXIAL IN digital inputs on the RSP-1098.Use the INPUT SETUP screen to assign thatdigital input to the same video input sourceused above. For example, if you use the Video4 inputs above, assign the digital input to theVIDEO 4 input.

AM/FM Tuner

Connect the left and right analog outputs fromthe tuner to the AUDIO IN jacks labeled TUNER(left and right).

There are no digital connections or videoconnections for an AM/FM tuner.

Audio Tape Recorder

Connect the left and right analog outputs froman audio tape deck to the AUDIO IN jackslabeled TAPE IN (left and right).

Connect the left/right AUDIO OUT/TAPE OUTjacks to the inputs on the audio tape deck.

Optional: For a digital recording device, con-nect the digital output of the recorder to oneof the OPTICAL IN or COAXIAL IN digital inputson the RSP-1098. Use the INPUT SETUP screento assign that digital input to the TAPE source.If the recording device accepts a digital re-cording input, connect one of the OPTICALOUT or COAXIAL OUT connections to thedigital input of the recorder.

No video connections are required for an audiorecording device.

VCR or Digital Video Recorder

VCR connections can be made to the VIDEO1, VIDEO 2, or VIDEO 3 inputs and outputs.If you choose VIDEO 1, make sure that youuse VIDEO 1 inputs and outputs for all ana-log audio and video connections.

Connect video cables (Composite Video,S-Video, and/or Component Video) from theoutput of the VCR to the appropriate VIDEOIN 1–3 input. If you choose S-Video or Com-ponent Video connections, you should alsomake a standard Composite Video connec-tion so that the TV signals can be displayedon the RSP-1098 front panel display.

Connect a video cables (Composite Video,S-Video, and/or Component Video) from theVIDEO OUT jacks to the VCR inputs.

Connect the left and right analog outputs fromVCR to one pair of the AUDIO IN jacks la-beled VIDEO 1–3.

Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacksfor VIDEO 1–3 to the analog inputs on the VCR.

Optional: For a digital recording device, con-nect the digital output of the recorder to oneof the OPTICAL IN or COAXIAL IN digital inputson the RSP-1098. Use the INPUT SETUP screento assign that digital input to the VIDEO source(VIDEO 1, 2, or 3) used for the previous con-nections. If the recording device accepts adigital recording input, connect one of theOPTICAL OUT or COAXIAL OUT connectionsto the digital input of the recorder.

DVD-A or SACD Player

To hook up a DVD-A, an SACD player (or anyexternal surround decoder), use audio RCAcables to connect the outputs of the player tothe RCA jacks labeled MULTI INPUT, makingsure that you observe proper channel consis-tency, i.e. connect the right front channel tothe R FRONT input, etc. Depending on yoursystem configuration, make six connections(FRONT L & R, SURROUND L & R, CENTER,and SUBWOOFER), seven connections (addinga CENTER BACK connection), or eight con-nections (adding two CENTER BACK connec-tions).

The MULTI inputs are analog bypass inputs,passing signals directly through to the VolumeControl and preamp outputs, bypassing all ofthe digital processing. The RSP-1098 providesan optional bass redirect feature that dupli-cates the seven main channels and passes them

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through an analog 100 Hz low pass filter,creating a summed mono subwoofer outputderived from the main channels. See the IN-PUT SETUP menu in the Setup section of thismanual for details on bass redirect feature.

TV Monitor

Connect the TV MONITOR output to the cor-responding input on your television monitor,using composite video, S-Video, and/or Com-ponent Video cables.

NOTE: The RCA composite video output onlysends signals from RCA composite videosource inputs to the TV monitor. The S-Videooutput only sends signals from S-Video videosource inputs to the TV. The RSP-1098upconverts composite and S-Video signals toComponent Video signals. Therefore, theComponent Video output sends signals fromany source input to the TV.

When configuring the unit, you must specifyeither an NTSC or a PAL standard TV moni-tor. See the Other Options menu in the Setupsection of this manual.

Amplifiers and PoweredSubwoofers

To hook up a powered subwoofer,connect a standard RCA audio cable fromeither the two PREOUT jacks labeled SUB tothe input on the subwoofer’s power amp. BothSUB outputs provide the same signal.

To hook up amplifiers, connect an audiocable from each PREOUT jack to the input ofthe amplifier channel that will power the cor-responding speaker. In a full home theatersystem, you will need to make five differentconnections in addition to the subwoofer . Theseconnections are labeled FRONT L &R, CEN-TER, and REAR L & R. There are two CENTERjacks, use either jack for a single center channelor both if you have two center channels

In six or seven channel systems, you will makeone or two additional connections for centerback speaker(s). These jacks are labeled CB1and CB2. Use CB1 for a single center backchannel.

Make sure that you have each output connectedto the correct amplifier channel (front right, leftrear, etc.).

OPERATINGTHE RSP-1098Considering its large number of features, set-tings, and options, the RSP-1098 is remark-ably easy to operate. The key to the operat-ing the RSP-1098 is its system of On-ScreenDisplays (OSD) which guide you throughvarious choices. These OSD menus can ap-pear on the television monitor and/or on thefront panel TFT color LCD screen.

The RSP-1098 can be operated from the frontpanel or the remote control. Front panel con-trols are unusually simple to use, with just afew knobs and buttons to guide you throughOSD menu options. The remote control pro-vides more complete control options.

To guide you through the operation of theRSP-1098, this section of the manual starts withexplaining the basic layout and function of thefront panel and the remote control. Then, weexplain the basic operations such as turningthe unit on and off, adjusting volume, select-ing a source for listening, etc. Following thatis a detailed explanation of surround soundmodes and how to configure the RSP-1098for various types of recordings. Finally, thereare instructions for additional features and Zone2 operations. All of these are features that maybe used in normal use. The last section of themanual (Configuration) details options that maybe selected during initial setup and configu-ration of the unit, many of which will be setonce and left untouched.

Throughout this manual, numbers in gray boxesrefer to the RSP-1098 illustration at the frontof this manual. Letters refer to the RR-1050 re-mote illustration. When both appear, the func-tion is found on both the RSP-1098 and theremote. When only one appears, that func-tion is found only on the RSP-1098 or the re-mote.

Front Panel OverviewThe following is a brief overview of the con-trol and features on the front panel of theRSP-1098. Details concerning the use of thesecontrols are provided in subsequent sectionsof this manual describing various tasks.

Color TFT Display

In the center of the front panel is a largewidescreen format TFT color LCD display. Thedisplay is used for two purposes: displayingOSD menus and as a built-in TV monitor forany composite video signal coming into theRSP-1098, making it ideal for navigating DVDmenus, monitoring a remote camera, or justwatching TV.

MENU button

The MENU button toggles on or off the SYS-TEM STATUS menu showing the current set-tings of the RSP-1098. Pressing the ENTERbutton on the remote (or the FUNCTION knobon the front panel) from the SYSTEM STATUSmenu takes you to additional menus for con-figuring the RSP-1098’s many options. See theSetup section of the manual for more detailon the OSD menus.

NOTE: Turn off power to the front panel displayby pressing and holding the MENU button.

DISPLAY Button

The DISPLAY button provides access to two set-tings for the front panel TFT screen and OSDmenu displays: selecting a video source fordisplay on the TFT screen and selecting whetherOSD menus are displayed on the front panelTFT, the TV monitor, or both.

STANDBY Button

The front panel STANDBY button activates ordeactivates the unit. The rear panel masterSTANDBY button must be in the ON positionfor the remote standby function to operate.

VOLUME Knob

The large knob at the right side of the frontpanel is the master VOLUME control, adjust-ing the output level of all channels simulta-neously. In addition, it can be used to adjustthe ZONE 2 volume.

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MUTE Button

Push the MUTE button once to turn the soundoff. An indication appears in the front paneland on-screen displays. Press the button againto restore previous volume levels.

NOTE: Rotating the volume knob also cancelsthe muting function.

FUNCTION Knob

The large knob at the left side of the front panelis dual action control for navigating OSDmenus. Rotate the control to the left or right tochange settings on the menus. Push the knobto enter the new setting.

PATH Button

The RSP-1098 can independently select sourcesfor listening, recording, and use in a remoteZone 2 location. The PATH button togglesamong listening, recording, and Zone 2 se-lection modes. In listening mode, input selec-tion and volume adjustments change the mainlistening room. In Zone 2 mode, these adjust-ments change the remote zone. In recording(or Zone 3) mode, a source is selected for outputto VCRs or other recorders.

SPEAKER Button

During the setup of the RSP-1098, precisevolume levels adjustments for each speakerare memorized for the proper playback ofDolby Digital and other surround sound for-mats. These default settings will be used eachtime you turn on the RSP-1098. The SPEAKERbutton on the front panel selects a speaker fortemporary adjustments that remain in effectonly until you change to a different input sourceor turn the RSP-1098 off. The actual adjust-ment is made with the FUNCTION knob.

The SPEAKER button can also be used to makea temporary adjustment to the group delayor “lip-synch” delay. Like the speaker settings,this is a temporary adjustment that overridesthe permanent default setting for a video sourceuntil a different input source is selected or theunit is turned off.

MODE Button

Although surround mode selection is gener-ally automatic, the MODE button on the frontpanel can be used (with the FUNCTION knob)to temporarily override the default surroundmode for a particular input. The available op-tions depend on the type of source input (digitalor analog) and the type of recording (DolbyDigital, DTS, PCM stereo, etc.)

Remote Sensor

This sensor receives IR signals from the remotecontrol. Do not block this sensor.

ZONE 2 LED

A small LED in the upper left portion of the frontpanel lights when the remote ZONE 2 featureof the RSP-1098 is in use.

Remote Control OverviewThe RSP-1098 includes a full-function learningremote control that can operate the RSP-1098plus nine other audio/video components.

A separate manual gives detailed instructionson programming and using the RR-1050 toreplace all of the remote controls in your sys-tem. The RR-1050 manual covers many extrafeatures (such as custom labeling of remotebuttons that appear in its LCD display). To avoidduplication, we provide only basic informa-tion about using the RR-1050 to operate theRSP-1098 in this manual.

Many of the RR-1050 functions duplicate thefront panel controls. For that reason, we coverthe controls on the remote under appropriatetopics throughout this manual. Letters in grayboxes next to the name of a function refers tothe labeled illustration of the remote at thefront of this manual.

Using the RR-1050AUDIO Button

To operate the RSP-1098 with the remote, makesure that the AUDIO mode is active by press-ing the AUD button on the remote before youstart. If one of the other buttons (CD, TAPE,etc.) is pressed, the remote will control anothercomponent, not the RSP-1098. The AUDIOmode will stay active until another DEVICE/INPUT button is pressed.

Programming the RR-1050PRELOAD Button

The RR-1050 is programmed at the factory tooperate the RSP-1098. Should the AUDIOcommand set on your RR-1050 not operatethe RSP-1098, the programming may havebeen inadvertently changed. To restore theRSP-1098 programming, press the recessedPRELOAD button on the remote with the tip ofa ballpoint pen.

NOTE: Pushing the PRELOAD button will eraseall custom programming and learned com-mands, restoring the RR-1050 to its factorycondition.

MENU/OSD button

Push this button on the remote to turn on theOSD menu system. If the menu system is al-ready visible, push this button to cancel thedisplay.

The front panel TFT display can be turned offby pressing and holding the MENU/OSDbutton on the remote for three seconds. Brieflypress the MENU/OSD button again to turnthe display back on. The display also turns backon whenever the STANDBY button on the frontpanel or remote is pressed.

ENTER Button

The ENTER button is used to confirm andmemorize various settings in the setup andoperation of the RSP-1098. Its use is describedin detail in the relevant sections.

ON/OFF Buttons

The power ON and OFF buttons on the re-mote provide discrete ON and OFF commandsto activate the unit or put it in standby mode.The rear panel master POWER switch mustbe in the ON position for the remote standbyfunction to operate.

POWER Button

The POWER button on the remote providesthe same basic function as the ON/OFF but-tons, except in a conventional toggle format.Press the button once to activate the unit; pressagain to put the unit into standby mode.

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VOLUME Button

The large rocker button is the master VOLUMEcontrol, adjusting the output level of all chan-nels simultaneously.

MUTE Button

Push the MUTE button once to turn the soundoff. An indication appears in the front paneland on-screen displays. Press the button againto restore previous volume levels.

NOTE: Pressing the volume buttons on the re-mote also cancels the muting function.

DEVICE/INPUT Buttons

The ten buttons at the top of the remote havetwo functions:

Short press: A short press of any buttonchanges the device that the remote operates,but does not change the RSP-1098’s inputselection.

Long press: A longer press changes the re-mote control device and changes the RSP-1098source input for listening/viewing in the mainroom.

NOTE: A long press of the EXT button changesthe input to the 7.1 channel analog MULTIINPUT. Pressing the AUD button only changesthe remote device; there is no input sourceassociated with this button.

REC Button

Press this button before a long press of an DE-VICE/INPUT button to select a source for re-cording. The signal from the selected sourceappears the TAPE OUT connectors.

ZONE Button

Press this button before a long press of an DE-VICE/INPUT button to select a source for ZONE2.

UP/DOWN Buttons

This pair of buttons is used to move the cur-sor up or down to select lines in the OSD menus.These buttons are also used in conjunction withthe TONE button to make CONTOUR/TONEadjustments.

+/– Buttons

This pair of buttons is used to change settingson a selected line in the OSD menus. Also usedfor selecting options in some surround modes.

Speaker Selection Buttons

These three buttons are used to select a speakeror group of speakers for temporary level ad-justments.

EQ Button

This button is used to turn on and off the Cin-ema EQ feature, a high-cut filter useful for oldermovie soundtracks.

TONE Button

This button is used in setting the Contour ad-justments. It toggles between high frequency(HF) and low frequency (LF) modes. Once amode is selected, the UP/DOWN buttons areused to make the adjustments.

Surround Mode Buttons

Five buttons on the remote (2CH, PLC, PLM,5CH, 7CH) allow direct selection of certainsurround modes: 2-channel stereo, Pro LogicII Cinema, Pro Logic II Music, 5-channel ste-reo, or 7-channel stereo. The function of thesebuttons varies depending on the type of re-cording being played. See the Manually Se-lecting Surround Modes section for detailedinformation.

SUR+ Button

This button is used in conjunction with the +/–buttons for manual selection of surround modesand features. See the Manually Selecting Sur-round Modes section for information.

DYN Button

Used for selecting the dynamic range controlsetting in Dolby Digital surround mode.

Basic OperationsThis section covers the basic operating con-trols of the RSP-1098 and the remote.

Power and Standby On/Off

The rear panel POWER switch on the RSP-1098is a master power switch. The button must bepressed IN for the unit to operate. When it isin the OUT position, the unit is fully off andcannot be activated from the front panel orremote control.

The STANDBY button on the front panel, thediscrete ON/OFF buttons on the remote, andthe POWER button on the remote function asa standby switches, activating or deactivatingthe unit. In standby mode, minimal power issupplied to the microprocessor. When the unithas AC power applied and the rear panelPOWER switch is on, the front panel STANDBYLED lights, regardless of whether the unit is instandby mode or activated in the main room.

In normal operation, the rear panel POWERswitch is always left in the ON position andthe RSP-1098 is activated and deactivated usingthe front panel STANDBY button or the remoteON/OFF buttons or the remote POWER but-ton. The ON/OFF buttons and the POWERbutton on the remote provide essentially thesame function with the ON/OFF buttons pro-viding discrete ON and OFF commands whilethe POWER button provides a standard toggleon/off function.

When using the Zone 2 capability of theRSP-1098, the standby activation is com-pletely independent for the main room andZone 2. ON/OFF commands sent from theremote in the main room will not effect Zone2. Pressing the ON/OFF buttons on a remotelocated in Zone 2 will only effect that zoneand not the main room. When the unit is ac-tivated in ZONE 2, the ZONE 2 LED on thefront panel is lit.

There are three available power mode options,which may be useful in configuring theRSP-1098 for special system configurations.See the Other Options menu in the Setup sectionof this manual for additional details on changingthe default standby behavior.

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Volume Adjustments

The listening volume of the RSP-1098 can beadjust from the front panel or the remote.

Front Panel: Rotate the front panel VOLUMEknob clockwise to increase the volume, coun-terclockwise to decrease.

Remote: Press the VOL UP button to increasethe volume; press the VOL DOWN button todecrease.

When you adjust the volume, the setting isshown on the TV monitor and/or the front panelTFT display. The current volume setting is alsoshown on the SYSTEM STATUS OSD screen.

NOTE: The front panel VOLUME control canbe used to change the volume in Zone 2.Press the front panel PATH button three timesto change from the LISTENING to the ZONE2 control mode as shown by the OSD and/or TFT display. Turning the VOLUME knobwill then adjust the volume setting for ZONE2. After 5 seconds, the PATH setting andVOLUME control revert to normal LISTENINGmode operation.

Muting the Sound

The volume of the RSP-1098 can be turnedoff or muted. Push the MUTE button on the frontpanel or the remote once to turn the soundoff. A MUTE indication appears in the OSDand/or TFT displays. Press the MUTE buttonagain to restore previous volume levels.

NOTE: If the TFT screen and TV monitor areturned off, muting the sound gives no visualindication, creating a false impression thatthe RSP-1098 is not working correctly.

Display Options

The front panel DISPLAY button provides ac-cess to two settings of the front panel TFT screenand OSD menu displays: selecting a videosource for display on the TFT screen and se-lecting whether OSD menus are displayed onthe front panel TFT screen, the TV monitor, orboth.

• To view a video source on the TFTscreen: press the DISPLAY button once.Then, rotate the FUNCTION knob to se-lect a source. Available display options areVIDEO 1–5, SOURCE (the same source se-lected for listening), or no video display.

• To change the OSD setting: press theDISPLAY button two times. Then, rotate theFUNCTION knob to select an OSD option.Available options are to view OSD menuson the TFT/LCD screen, the TV monitor, orboth.

• To shut off power to the TFT screen:press and hold the MENU/OSD button onthe remote or the MENU button on the frontpanel for 3 seconds.

Selecting InputsUp to three audio sources and five audio/videosources (Tuner, CD, DVD, VCR, etc.) can beconnected to the RSP-1098. Any of thesesources can be independently selected for lis-tening/viewing in the main room, for record-ing, or for listening/viewing in a remote Zone2 location.

The OSD and/or TFT displays show the nameof the current source selection as it is made.The labels for all input sources can be custom-ized to match your components.

All of the source inputs can be customized usingthe OSD configuration menus to accept eitheranalog signals or digital signals from one ofthe eight assignable digital inputs. When adigital input is assigned, the RSP-1098 checksfor the presence of a digital signal at that in-put. If a digital signal is present when the sourceis selected, it is automatically activated andthe proper surround mode enabled. If no digitalsignal is present, the analog inputs for thatsource are selected. This auto-sensing is thepreferred configuration for digital source in-puts such as DVD players. When an ANALOG

input is assigned, the unit will not access adigital signal, even though one may be avail-able at the digital input.

By default, the source DEVICE/INPUT buttonsare factory configured to select the followinginputs:

CD: Analog inputTuner: Analog inputTape: Analog inputVideo 1: Digital Coaxial 1Video 2: Digital Coaxial 2Video 3: Digital Coaxial 3Video 4: Digital Optical 1Video 5: Digital Optical 2

Each source input should be configured us-ing the INPUT SETUP menu system to use thedesired input type (analog or digital auto-sens-ing).

NOTE: In addition to selecting analog or digitalsignals, the configuration options also permitcustom labeling and selection of a default sur-round mode for each of the eight inputs.

Selecting a Source Input fromthe Front Panel

Selecting a source input from the front panelis a two-step process. First choose whether youare changing the source for LISTENING in themain room, for RECORDING, or for ZONE2. Then, select the desired source.

To select a source for LISTENING:

1. Press the PATH button one time for LISTEN-ING selection.

2. Rotate the FUNCTION knob to cyclethrough the list of sources until you reachthe desired source.

To select a source for RECORDING:

1. Press the PATH button two times for RECORD-ING selection.

2. Rotate the FUNCTION knob to cyclethrough the list of sources until you reachthe desired source.

Selecting the “SOURCE” option links the lis-tening source to the record outputs, record-ing whatever listening source is selected nowor in the future for recording.

NOTE: See the section on Zone 2 operationsfor details of selecting a source for the re-mote zone.

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Selecting a Source from theRemote

To select a source for LISTENING in themain room: press and hold one of the DE-VICE/INPUT buttons for more than one sec-ond. To select the MULTI INPUT, press the EXTbutton.

NOTE: A short press of a DEVICE/INPUT but-ton changes the remote control device only,but does not change the source input.

To select a source for RECORDING: Pressthe REC button and then press one of the DE-VICE/INPUT buttons within 5 seconds.

Alternatively, you can press the REC button andthen use the +/– buttons to scroll through theavailable source options. Select any input (CD,TUNER, TAPE, or VIDEO 1–5). Selecting theSOURCE option links the recording source tothe input selected for main room listening.Whatever input is selected for listening is alsosent to the record outputs.

To select a source for Zone 2: Press theZONE button and then press one of the DE-VICE/INPUT buttons within 5 seconds.

Alternatively, you can press the ZONE buttonand then use the +/– buttons to scroll throughthe available source options. Select any input(CD, TUNER, TAPE, or VIDEO 1–5). Select-ing the SOURCE option links the Zone 2 sourceto the input selected for main room listening.Whatever input is selected for the main roomis also sent to the Zone 2 outputs.

Overview ofSurround FormatsTo get the best performance from yourRSP-1098, it helps to understand the manysurround sound formats available today, toknow which decoding process to use for aparticular recording, and how to select it. Thissection provides basic background informa-tion about surround sound formats. The follow-ing sections provide detailed operating instruc-tions for automatic and manual selection ofsurround modes.

Dolby SurroundDolby Pro Logic II

The most widely available surround soundformat for consumer audio/video is DolbySurround®, available on nearly all commer-cial VHS tapes, many television broadcasts,and most DVDs. Dolby Surround is the con-sumer version of the analog Dolby Stereo systemfirst introduced in the film industry in 1972. Itis a matrix-encoding system that records frontleft, front center, front right, and a mono sur-round channel into a 2-channel stereo record-ing. During playback, a Dolby Pro Logic® orPro Logic II decoder extracts each channel anddistributes it to the appropriate speakers.

The original Dolby Pro Logic decoder deliv-ered a mono signal with reduced high-fre-quency content to the surround speakers. Amore advanced decoder in the RSP-1098,Dolby Pro Logic II, increases the separationand frequency response of the surround chan-nels for significantly improved performancewith Dolby Surround encoded recordings.

Dolby Pro Logic II decoding should used forany analog recording labeled “Dolby Sur-round” or any Dolby Digital 2.0 soundtrack.Dolby Pro Logic II does a superb job derivingsurround sound from conventional 2-channelstereo recordings, using phase relationshipsto extract front, right, center, and surround chan-nels. A “music mode” makes Pro Logic II anexcellent choice for audio CDs.

Dolby Digital

In 1992, an digital recording system, calledDolby Digital, was first used in the film indus-try. Dolby Digital is a recording/playback sys-tem that uses compression techniques to storelarge amounts of audio data efficiently, muchlike the JPEG format stores large photographsin small files on a computer. Because it iscapable of performance beyond that of au-dio CDs and can tailor its output for a wideranges of system configurations, Dolby Digi-tal is the standard audio format for DVDs andfor digital television broadcasting in the UnitedStates.

The Dolby Digital system can be used to recordup to six discrete audio channels, but can alsobe used for fewer. For example, a Dolby Digital2.0 soundtrack is a digital 2-channel record-ing of a matrix encoded Dolby Surroundsoundtrack.. To play a Dolby Digital 2.0 re-cording, use Dolby Pro Logic II decoding aspreviously described.

The most common use of Dolby Digital in newerfilms, in both the film industry and in hometheater, is Dolby Digital 5.1. Instead of encodingmultiple surround channels on a two-channelrecording, Dolby Digital 5.1 records six dis-crete channels: front left, front center, front right,surround left, surround right, and a Low Fre-quency Effects (LFE) channel containing ultra-low bass signals intended for a subwoofer.A Dolby Digital decoder extracts the channelsfrom the digital bitstream, converts them toanalog signals and routes them to the appro-priate amplifiers and speakers. All channelsprovide full frequency response with total sepa-ration between all channels and large dynamicrange capability. A Dolby Digital 5.1soundtrack can provide more impressive sur-round sound than matrix Dolby Surround.

Decoding of Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtracks isautomatic. When the RSP-1098 detects a Dolby5.1 signal on one of its digital inputs, it acti-vates the proper processing. Keep in mind thatDolby Digital is only available from digitalsources (a DVD, a LaserDisc, or a Digital TV/Cable/SAT tuner). Also, you must connect thesource with a digital cable (coax or optical)to an active digital input on the RSP-1098.

NOTE: Many DVDs have a Dolby Digital 2.0matrix soundtrack as the default, which shouldbe decoded with Pro Logic II. The Dolby Digi-tal 5.1 soundtrack may have to be selectedas an option from the setup menus at the be-ginning of the DVD. Look for a Dolby Digital5.1 selection under “Audio” or “Languages”or “Setup Options” when you insert the disc.

DTS 5.1DTS 96/24

DTS® (Digital Theater Systems) is an alterna-tive digital format competing with Dolby Digitalin both movie theaters and home theatermarkets. The basic functions of the DTS sys-tem are similar to those of Dolby Digital (forexample, 5.1 discrete channels), however thetechnical details of the compression and de-coding processes differ somewhat and a DTSdecoder is required.

A recent extension of the DTS encoding sys-tem is DTS 96/24. These recordings providethe performance of a 96kHz sampling ratewhile still using actual 48kHz sampling rateof standard DTS discs.

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Like Dolby Digital, DTS can only be used ona digital recording and, therefore, is onlyavailable for home use on LaserDiscs, DVDs,or other digital formats. To use the RSP-1098’sDTS decoder, you must connect your DVDplayer to the RSP-1098’s digital inputs.

As with Dolby Digital 5.1, detection and properdecoding of DTS 5.1 signals is automatic.

NOTE: DVDs with a DTS soundtrack almostalways have it configured as an option to thestandard matrix Dolby Surround format. Touse DTS, you may have to go to the setupmenus at the beginning of the DVD and se-lect “DTS 5.1” instead of “Dolby Surround”or “Dolby Digital 5.1”. In addition, many DVDplayers have the DTS digital bitstream turnedoff by default and cannot output a DTSsoundtrack (even if selected on the disc’smenu) until you activate the player’s DTS out-put. If you hear no sound the first time youattempt to play a DTS disc, go to the DVDplayer’s configuration menus and turn on theDTS bitstream. This is a one-time setting andneed only be done once.

DTS Neo:6

The RSP-1098 features a second type of DTSsurround sound decoding: DTS Neo:6. Thisdecoding system is similar to Dolby Pro LogicII and is designed for playback of any 2-channelstereo recording, either matrix-encoded or not.The Neo:6 decoder can by used with anyconventional 2-channel source such a stereoTV or FM broadcast or a CD. It can also beused as an alternative method of decodingmatrix-encoded Dolby Surround recordings orTV broadcasts. Activate the DTS Neo:6 de-coding with the DTS Neo:6 button as detailedlater in this section. DTS Neo:6 is not usedwith DTS 5.1 digital sources and the buttonneed not be pressed for those recordings.

6.1 and 7.1 Surround

In 1999, the first Dolby Digital soundtrack wasreleased to theaters with an additional cen-ter back surround channel, intended to increasethe directional effects from behind the audi-ence. This additional surround channel is en-coded into the two existing surround channelsin Dolby Digital 5.1, using a matrix encod-ing process similar to that used previously inDolby Surround. This new extended surroundcapability is called Dolby Digital Surround EX.

DTS has added a similar capability for record-ing this extended surround information calledDTS-ES® 6.1 Matrix. They have also taken itone step further and developed the capabil-ity to record this extended surround informa-tion as a discrete channel in a system calledDTS-ES® 6.1 Discrete.

All of these systems are extensions of the ex-isting Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS 5.1 digitalsurround sound formats. Users with one cen-ter back speaker (a 6.1 configuration) or twocenter back speakers (a 7.1 configuration) cantake advantage of this extended surround in-formation. On traditional 5.1 channel systems,Dolby Digital Surround EX or DTS-ES 6.1 discssound exactly the same as 5.1 channel discsin each respective format.

If you have configured your system with oneor two center back speakers, decoding ofDTS-ES discs is automatic, just as it is with stan-dard DTS soundtracks. Likewise, decoding ofDolby Digital Surround EX discs is automaticwith one exception. Some Surround EX titlesdo not have the detection “flag” encoded onthe disc. To activate the Dolby Digital SurroundEX features for these discs (or for standard 5.1channel Dolby Digital discs), you must manu-ally activate Dolby Surround EX processing.

The RSP-1098 also features Rotel XS (eXtraSurround) processing that automatically ensuresoptimum extended surround performance on6.1 and 7.1 channel systems. The key ben-efit of Rotel XS is that it works at all times withall multichannel digital signals, even those thatmight not otherwise activate Dolby Digital EXor DTS-ES surround decoding for the centerback channel(s). Always available when centerback speaker(s) are configured in the systemsetup, Rotel XS decodes the surround chan-nels and distributes the extended surround chan-nels to the center back speaker(s) in a waythat tends to create a diffuse surround effect.Rotel XS works with matrix-encoded surroundsignals (such as non-flagged DTS-ES and DolbySurround EX discs) as well as digital sourcematerial that is not Dolby Surround EX encoded(such as DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1, and evenDolby Pro Logic II decoded Dolby Digital 2.0recordings).

DSP Music Modes

Unlike all of the formats mentioned above, theRSP-1098 offers four surround modes that notpart of a specific recording/playback system.These modes (MUSIC 1–4) use digital signalprocessing that adds special acoustic effectsto any signal. DSP processing can be usedwith Dolby Surround recordings, Dolby Digi-tal recordings, CDs, radio broadcasts, or anyother source material; however, typically DSPsettings would be used with source materialfor which there is no specific surround decoder.

The four MUSIC MODES in the RSP-1098 usedigital delay and reverberation effects to simu-late progressively larger acoustic environmentswith MUSIC 1 being the smallest type of venue(such as a jazz club) and MUSIC 4 being alarge venue (such as a stadium). Typically usedto add ambience and a sense of space whenlistening to music sources or other sources thatlack surround sound encoding.

2Ch/5Ch/7Ch Stereo Formats

The RSP-1098 also provides four modes thatdisable all surround processing and deliverstereo signals to amplifiers and speakers. Thereare three options:

2CH Stereo: Turns off the center channel andall surround channels in the system and deliv-ers a conventional 2-channel signal to the frontspeakers. If the system is configured to routebass signals from the front speakers to thesubwoofer, this capability remains in effect.

Analog Bypass: For 2-channel analog in-puts, there is a special stereo mode that by-passes ALL of the RSP-1098’s digital process-ing. The two front speaker receive pure ana-log stereo full-range signals with no subwoofercrossover, no delay, no level adjustments, andno contour adjustment.

5CH Stereo: Distributes a stereo signal to5.1 channel systems. The left channel signalis sent, unchanged, the front left and surroundleft speakers. The right channel is sent to thefront right and surround right speakers. A monosum of the two channels is sent to the centerchannel speaker.

7CH Stereo: This mode is the same as 5CHStereo described above except that it alsodistributes stereo signals to center backspeaker(s) installed in the system.

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Other Digital Formats

Several other digital formats are not surroundsound formats at all, but rather systems for digital2-channel recordings.

PCM 2-channel: This is an uncompressed2-channel digital signal such as that used forstandard CD recordings and some DVD re-cordings, particularly of older films.

HDCD®: This system uses higher bit rates avariety of enhancements to improve the sonicperformance compared to standard audio CDs.These discs, labeled HDCD, can be playedon standard CD players. However, when thedigital signal is decoded using an HDCDdecoder like that in the RSP-1098, they willprovide exceptional musical reproduction.

DTS Music 5.1 Discs: These discs are avariation of audio CDs that include a DTS 5.1channel recording. The RSP-1098 decodesthese discs just like a DTS movie soundtrackwhen played on a CD player or DVD playerwith a digital output connection.

DVD-A music discs: Taking advantage ofthe increased storage capacity of the DVD disc,new high bit rate multichannel audio record-ings are available on DVD-A discs. DVD-A discsmay include multiple versions of the record-ing including standard PCM stereo, DolbyDigital 5.1, DTS 5.1, and 96kHz/24 bit (orhigher) multichannel recordings using MLPcompression. Several of these formats (stan-dard PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS 5.1 canbe decoded by the RSP-1098 when the DVDplayer is connected with a digital cable. How-ever, the existing optical and coax digitalconnection standard does not provide suffi-cient bandwidth for multichannel high samplingrate MLP recordings. Therefore, DVD-A discswith these high-resolution audio soundtracksmust be decoded by a the DVD player andthe resulting analog signals sent to theRSP-1098’s MULTI INPUT.

SACD®: This is a proprietary high-resolutionaudio standard for use on SACD compatibledisc players. As with high-resolution DVD-A discs,the bandwidth is too high for today’s digitalconnection. Thus, these discs must be decodedby SACD compatible player, with the outputsent to the RPS-1098’s MULTI INPUTS.

MP3: The RSP-1098 also features a decoderfor the digital MP3 (MPEG1- Audio Layer 3)compression format. MP3 format recordingsare available on the Internet and can be playedon portable MP3 players or some disc play-ers that can read CD-ROM discs connectedto the RSP-1098’s digital inputs.

MPEG Multichannel: The RSP-1098 candecode MPEG Multichannel digital recordings.Widely used in Europe, this format uses MPEGdata compression to record up to 5.1 chan-nels of discrete digital audio, similar in func-tion to the Dolby Digital and DTS formats.

Automatic SurroundModesDecoding of digital sources connected to thedigital inputs is generally automatic, withdetection triggered by a “flag” embedded inthe digital recording telling the RSP-1098 whatdecoding format is required. For example,when Dolby Digital 5.1 or DTS 5.1 channelsurround is detected, the RSP-1098 activatesthe proper decoding.

The unit will also detect DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 orDTS-ES Discrete 6.1 discs and activate DTS-ES®

Extended Surround decoding. Dolby DigitalSurround EX recordings also trigger automaticdecoding (although not all Surround EX DVDshave the necessary flag and may require manu-ally activating Surround EX decoding). Like-wise, a digital input from an HDCD® encodedcompact disc, a standard CD, a DTS 96/24disc, or MP3 player will be auto-detected andproperly decoded to 2CH stereo operation.

Rotel XS processing is automatically active inall systems configured with center backspeaker(s) and will ensure proper extendedsurround decoding of all multichannel digitalsignals, even those that might not otherwisetrigger the proper extended surround mode.

In many cases, the RSP-1098 will also recog-nize a digital signal with Dolby Surround encoding(such as the default soundtrack on many DVDs)and activate Dolby® Pro Logic II® decoding.

NOTE: A digital signal coming into theRSP-1098 will be recognized and properlydecoded. However, on a DVD with multiplesoundtracks, you must tell the DVD playerwhich one to send to the RSP-1098. For ex-ample, you may need to use the DVD’s menusystem to select the Dolby Digital 5.1 or DTS5.1 soundtrack rather than the default DolbyDigital 2.0 Dolby Surround soundtrack.

Additionally, you can configure a default sur-round mode for each input using the INPUTSETUP menu (see the Setup section of thismanual). Combined with the auto-detection ofDolby Digital 5.1 and DTS, this default sur-round setting makes operation of the RSP-1098surround modes totally automatic. For example,if you set Dolby Pro Logic II movie mode asthe default for all of your video inputs, theRSP-1098 will automatically decode Dolby Digi-tal 5.1 and DTS soundtracks when they areplayed and use Pro Logic II matrix decodingfor all other recordings. For stereo inputs suchas CD and Tuner, you could select STEREOmode as the default for 2-channel playbackor Dolby Pro Logic II music mode if you pre-fer to hear music sources in surround sound.

Manually SelectingSurround ModesAs described in the previous section, the com-bination of auto-detection of Dolby Digital andDTS recordings and setting default surroundmodes for each input during the setup of theRSP-1098 makes operation of surround modestotally automatic. For many users, this auto-matic surround mode selection will meet allof their listening needs.

For users who prefer a more active role in settingsurround modes, buttons on the remote andthe front panel provide manual selection ofsurround mode that are not automatically de-tected or, in some cases, to override an auto-matic setting.

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Manual settings available from the front paneland/or the remote might be used when youwant to play:

• Standard 2-channel stereo (left/right speak-ers only) with no surround processing

• Downmixed 2-channel playback of DolbyDigital 5.1 or DTS recordings

• Dolby 3-channel stereo (left/right/center)of 2-channel recordings.

• 5-channel or 7-channel stereo from 2-chan-nel recordings

• One of four MUSIC modes for DSP con-cert hall simulation from 2-channel record-ings

• Dolby Pro Logic II cinema or music modematrix decoding of 2-channel recordings

• DTS Neo:6 cinema or music mode matrixdecoding of 2-channel recordings

• Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding ofDolby Digital 5.1 channel recordings orDolby Digital Surround EX discs that do nottrigger automatic decoding.

NOTE: DTS, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS-ES Dis-crete 6.1, DTS 96/24, Dolby Digital, MP3,MPEG Multichannel, HDCD (96kHz), andPCM 2-channel (96kHz) digital signals areauto-detected and cannot be overridden.However, you can choose to use Dolby Digi-tal Surround EX decoding for any Dolby Digi-tal 5.1 source material. You can also downmixDolby Digital 5.1 or DTS 5.1 recordings for2-channel playback.

• HDCD (non 96kHZ) and PCM 2-channel(non 96kHZ) digital signals can be over-ridden to Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby 3-Ste-reo, DTS Neo:6, Music 1 – 4, 5CH Ste-reo, 7CH Stereo, and Stereo.

• Dolby Digital 2-channel Stereo can be over-ridden to Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby 3-Ste-reo, and Stereo.

The following topics describe in detail themanual surround mode options available foreach type of recording

Dolby Digital 5.1Dolby Digital Surround EX

Dolby Digital decoding is auto-detected andcannot be overridden. You may, however, selecta 2 channel downmix of 5.1 channel record-ings. If the system is configured with centerback speaker(s), you can also force Dolby Sur-round EX processing on or off.

NOTE: In addition to the options that follow,you can press the 2CH button on the remoteto toggle between 2-channel downmix andmultichannel playback.

• On a 5.1 system. Press the SUR+ but-ton on the remote, then press the +/– but-tons to change between DD 5.1 channelor DD 2.0 channel downmix playback. Onthe front panel, press the MODE buttononce, then rotate the FUNCTION knob toselect 2.0 or 5.1 channel playback.

• On a 6.1/7.1 system with a DolbyDigital 5.1 disc. Press the SUR+ buttonon the remote, then use the +/– buttons tostep through four options: DD 5.1 chan-nel, DD 2.0 channel downmix, DD SurroundEX center back processing, or DD with RotelXS center back processing. On the frontpanel, press the MODE button while playinga Dolby Digital source. Then, rotate theFUNCTION knob to step through the sameoptions. You should force Surround EX onfor non-flagged discs that are labeled DolbyDigital Surround EX. Rotel XS processingof standard 5.1 channel discs will providea more diffuse surround effect than the morehighly localized Dolby EX decoding andwill probably be the best 6.1 channel optionfor non-Surround EX discs.

• On a 6.1/7.1 system with a DolbyDigital Surround EX disc. Press theSUR+ button on the remote, then use the+/– buttons to step through three options:DD 5.1 channel, DD 2.0 channel down-mix, or Surround EX center back process-ing. On the front panel, press the MODEbutton while playing a Dolby Digital source.Then, rotate the FUNCTION knob to stepthrough the same options. Select the Sur-round EX option for 6.1 channel playback.Select the DD 5.1 option to force SurroundEX off for standard 5.1 channel playback.

NOTE: When playing any Dolby Digital source,you can select one of three dynamic rangecontrol settings. See the Dynamic Range topicin the Other Settings section of this manual.

Dolby Digital 2.0

Dolby Digital decoding is auto-detected andcannot be overridden. You may, however, selecta 2-channel playback, Pro Logic II matrix sur-round, or Dolby 3-Stereo playback.

• To select 2-channel stereo, Pro LogicII, or 3-Stereo. Repeatedly press theSUR+ button on the remote until the desiredmode is displayed. On the front panel, pressthe MODE button once, then rotate theFUNCTION knob to select the desiredmode.

NOTE: You can also direct select 2-channelstereo or Pro Logic II Cinema modes by press-ing the 2CH or PLC buttons on the remote.

• To select Cinema, Music, or Emula-tion option in Pro Logic II mode. Pressthe +/– buttons on the remote to select thedesired option. On the front panel, pressthe MODE button twice while in Pro LogicII mode. Then, rotate the FUNCTION knobto select the option.

NOTE: When playing any Dolby Digital source,you can select one of three dynamic rangecontrol settings. See the Dynamic Range topicin the Other Settings section of this manual.

DTS 5.1DTS 96/24DTS-ES 6.1

DTS decoding is auto-detected and cannot beoverridden. You may, however, select a 2channel downmix of 5.1 channel recordingsor add Rotel XS center back processing for5.1 channel discs.


• On a 5.1 system. Press the SUR+ but-ton on the remote, then press the +/– but-tons to change between DTS 5.1 channelor DTS 2.0 channel downmix playback.On the front panel, press the MODE but-ton once, then rotate the FUNCTION knobto select 2.0 or 5.1 channel playback.

• On a 6.1/7.1 system with a DTS 5.1or DTS 96/24 disc. Press the SUR+ buttonon the remote, then use the +/– buttons tostep through three options: DTS 5.1 chan-nel, DTS 2.0 channel downmix, or DTS with

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Rotel XS center back processing. On thefront panel, press the MODE button whileplaying a DTS or DTS 96/24 source. Then,rotate the FUNCTION knob to step throughthe same options.

• On a 6.1/7.1 system with a DTS-ES disc. Press the SUR+ button on the re-mote, then use the +/– buttons to stepthrough two options: DTS 2.0 channeldownmix or DTS-ES 6.1ch/7.1ch playback.On the front panel, press the MODE but-ton while playing a DTS source. Then, ro-tate the FUNCTION knob to step throughthe same options.

MPEG Multichannel

MPEG decoding is auto-detected and cannotbe overridden. You may, however, select a 2channel downmix of 5.1 channel recordings.If the system is configured with center backspeaker(s), you can also force Rotel XS pro-cessing on or off.


• On a 5.1 system. Press the SUR+ but-ton on the remote, then press the +/– but-tons to change between MPEG 5.1 chan-nel or MPEG 2.0 channel downmix play-back. On the front panel, press the MODEbutton once, then rotate the FUNCTIONknob to select 2.0 or 5.1 channel playback.

• On a 6.1/7.1 system with an MPEG5.1 disc. Press the SUR+ button on theremote, then use the +/– buttons to stepthrough three options: MPEG 5.1 channel,MPEG 2.0 channel downmix, or MPEGwith Rotel XS center back processing. Onthe front panel, press the MODE buttonwhile playing an MPEG Multichannelsource. Then, rotate the FUNCTION knobto step through the same options.

Digital Stereo(PCM, MP3, and HDCD)

This group of recordings includes any non-DolbyDigital 2-channel signal from the RSP-1098’sdigital inputs. You can play these recordingsin 2-CH Stereo, Dolby 3-Stereo, 5-CH Stereo,7-CH Stereo modes. You can also use DolbyPro Logic II surround, DTS Neo:6 surround,or one of the MUSIC 1-4 DSP modes.

All of the bass management settings (speakersize, subwoofer, and crossover) are in effectwith digital stereo inputs.

NOTE: In addition to the options that follow,you can select 2-channel, Pro Logic II Cin-ema, Pro Logic II Music, 5-channel stereo, or7-channel stereo by pressing one of the sur-round mode buttons on the remote (2CH, PLC,PLM, 5CH, 7CH).

• To select STEREO mode for 2-chan-nel digital recordings. Press the 2CHbutton on the remote.

• To select any other mode for 2-chan-nel digital recordings. Repeatedly pressSUR+ button on the remote until the desiredmode is displayed. On the front panel, pressthe MODE button once, then rotate theFUNCTION knob to select the desired mode(including STEREO).

• Select the Cinema, Music, or Emu-lation option in Pro Logic II mode.Press the +/– buttons on the remote to toggleselect the desired option. On the front panel,press the MODE button twice while in ProLogic II mode. Then, rotate the FUNCTIONknob to select the option.

• Select the Cinema or Music optionin Neo:6 mode. Press the +/– buttonson the remote to toggle select the desiredoption. On the front panel, press the MODEbutton twice while in Neo:6 mode. Then,rotate the FUNCTION knob to select theoption.

Analog Stereo

This type of recording includes any conven-tional stereo signal from the RSP-1098’s ana-log inputs, including analog audio from CDplayers, FM tuners, VCRs, tape decks, etc.

Analog stereo inputs require a fundamentalchoice about how the signal is routed throughthe RSP-1098. One option is the analog by-pass mode. In this mode, the stereo signal is

routed directly to the volume control and theoutputs. It is pure 2-channel stereo, bypass-ing all of the digital circuitry. None of the bassmanagement features, speaker level settings,contour settings, or delay settings are active.There is no subwoofer output. A full-range signalis sent directly to two speakers.

The other option converts the analog inputsto digital signals, passing them through thedigital processors in the RSP-1098. This op-tion allows all of the features to be active in-cluding bass management settings, crossovers,subwoofer outputs, contour settings, etc. In thismode, you can select several surround modesincluding 2-CH Stereo, Dolby 3-Stereo, 5-CHStereo, 7-CH Stereo modes. You can also useDolby Pro Logic II surround, DTS Neo:6 sur-round, or one of the MUSIC 1-4 DSP modes.

NOTE: In addition to the options that follow,you can select Pro Logic II Cinema, Pro LogicII Music, 5-channel stereo, or 7-channel ste-reo by pressing one of the surround modebuttons on the remote (PLC, PLM, 5CH, 7CH).

• To select Stereo or Analog bypassmode for 2-channel analog record-ings. Press the 2CH button on the remoteto toggle between Stereo (with digital pro-cessing) or Analog Bypass (no digital pro-cessing) modes.

• To select other modes for 2-chan-nel analog recordings. Repeatedlypress SUR+ button on the remote until thedesired mode is displayed. On the frontpanel, press the MODE button once, thenrotate the FUNCTION knob to select thedesired mode (including Stereo and Ana-log Bypass).

• Select the Cinema, Music, or Emu-lation option in Pro Logic II mode.Press the +/– buttons on the remote to toggleselect the desired option. On the front panel,press the MODE button twice while in ProLogic II mode. Then, rotate the FUNCTIONknob to select the option.

• Select the Cinema or Music optionin Neo:6 mode: Press the +/– buttonson the remote to toggle select the desiredoption. On the front panel, press the MODEbutton twice while in Neo:6 mode. Then,rotate the FUNCTION knob to select theoption.

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Other SettingsTemporary Speaker Level

The levels of all channels should be calibratedusing the TEST TONE procedure during theinitial setup of the RSP-1098. You can makea temporary change in the relative volume ofthe center, surround, center back, or subwooferchannels using buttons on the remote controlor the front panel controls. These temporaryadjustments only remain in effect until a dif-ferent input is selected or until the RSP-1098is turned off.

To adjust speaker levels using theremote:

1. Press a selection button on the remote to selecta channel (or pair of channels) for adjust-ment. Press the C button to adjust the CEN-TER channel. Press the S button to adjust theSUBWOOFER channel. Press the R buttonto adjust the rear SURROUND or CENTERBACK channels (each press of the R buttontoggles between the SURROUND channelsand the CENTER BACK channels). The se-lected speaker and its current setting appearbriefly in the display.

2. Use the UP or DOWN buttons on the re-mote to adjust the output level of the se-lected channel(s).

To adjust speaker levels from the frontpanel.

1. Press the SPEAKER button repeatedly untilthe desired speaker or group of speakersis displayed.

2. Rotate the FUNCTION knob to change thelevel of the selected speaker.

NOTE: If no level adjustment is made for 5seconds, the levels revert to the default cali-brated settings.

As you select a speaker in the above adjust-ments, you may notice an addition choice,“group delay”. See the following for an ex-planation of this feature.

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Temporary Group Delay

The SPEAKER adjustments (described above)can also be used to make a temporary ad-justment to the group delay or “lip-synch” delay.Group delay delays the overall audio signal(to all speakers) by a specified amount to correctfor situations where the video and audio sig-nals are out of synch. This can occur withupconverted digital TV signals or when tryingto match a radio broadcast with the video froma sports event. The settings range from 0 to500 milliseconds in 5 ms increments.

Like the speaker settings, this is a temporaryadjustment that overrides the permanent de-fault setting for a video source until a differ-ent input source is selected or the unit is turnedoff.

To adjust group delay using the re-mote:

1. Press the C button on the remote twice.

2. Use the UP or DOWN buttons on the re-mote to adjust the amount of delay appliedto all channels.

To adjust the group delay from thefront panel:

1. Press the SPEAKER button repeatedly un-til you reach the GROUP DELAY option.

2. Rotate the FUNCTION control to adjust theamount of delay applied to all channels.

Dynamic Range

Dolby Digital recordings are capable of widedynamic range (the difference between the soft-est and loudest sounds). In some cases, thismay tax amplifiers and/or speakers. In othercases, you may want to reduce the dynamicrange when listening at low volume levels. Thisis particularly useful in order to keep dialogloud enough to be intelligible while avoidingexcessively loud sound effects. Dolby Digitaldynamic compensation is a sophisticated fea-ture that allows you to adjust the dynamic rangewhile still preserving fidelity. The actual amountof compression relies on instructions embed-ded in the Dolby Digital recording and var-ies to best suit the specific program content.

There are three dynamic range settings avail-able for Dolby Digital recordings:

MAX: full dynamic range

MID: slightly reduced dynamic range, roughlycomparable to the signal from a compact disc

MIN: more heavily reduced dynamic range,but still comparable to the signal from a typi-cal VHS Hi-Fi recording.

To adjust dynamic range using theremote:

Press the DYN button repeatedly until thedesired setting appears in the OSD/TFT screen.This setting remains in effect for all Dolby Digitalprogram material until it is changed.

To adjust dynamic range from the frontpanel:

1. While playing a Dolby Digital source, pressthe MODE button twice

2. Rotate the FUNCTION control to select thedynamic range setting.

NOTE: The dynamic range compensation fea-ture is only available in Dolby Digital mode.The setting is ignored with all other types ofrecordings.

Contour/Tone Settings

The contour adjustment (available only theremote control) changes the high or low fre-quency content at the frequency extremes. Thesettings can be adjusted up or down by amaximum of 6dB. Adjustments to the contoursettings are permanent; they remain in effectuntil they are readjusted.

Changing the high frequency contour (HF) in-creases or decreases the treble. Changing thelow frequency contour (LF) increases or de-creases the bass content. The settings are shownon the OSD and/or TFT displays as you ad-just them.

To adjust the contour settings:

1. Press the TONE button on the remote. Ei-ther LF or HF appears in the OSD/TFTdisplays, depending on which adjustmentis currently active. Press the TONE buttonagain to toggle to the other adjustment.

2. Press the UP/DOWN buttons on the remoteto increase or decrease the setting. Thedisplay will revert to normal operation fol-lowing several seconds of inactivity.

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More extensive contour adjustments for allspeakers or for any group of speakers (front,center, surround, etc.) can also be made fromthe Contour Settings OSD menu in the Setupsection of this manual.

NOTE: The tone adjustments are available forall surround modes and inputs, except theMULTI input and analog bypass mode.

Cinema EQ

The EQ button (remote only) activates or de-activates a special CINEMA EQ setting. Thisequalization may be desirable for playbackof movie source material to compensate forthe acoustic differences between a commer-cial cinema and a home theater environmentby reducing the high-frequency content.

The EQ setting is independent for each sourceinput. Using the button only changes the set-ting for the currently active source input.

Zone 2 OperationThe RSP-1098 provides Zone 2 multi-roomcapability, allowing you to enjoy music andoperate the system from a second room. Fromthe remote location, you can select a sourcecomponent (independent from the source play-ing in the main room), adjust the volume levelin the remote zone, and operate the sourcecomponents.

To use the Zone 2 capability, you need addi-tional components: a pair of speakers installedin the remote zone, an amplifier to drive them,an optional TV monitor for video signals, anda third-party IR repeater system.

Zone 2 can be controlled from the main roomusing RSP-1098’s front panel PATH button. Op-eration from the remote zone requires the in-stallation of an infrared repeater system(Xantech, Niles, etc.) which relays infraredremote control commands from Zone 2 to theZONE REM IN connector on the back of theRSP-1098.

Several points to keep in mind about the Zone2 function:

• There are two options for the Zone 2 out-put level, selectable from the OSD configu-ration menu. VARIABLE output provides fulladjustment of the volume level. FIXED out-put disables the Zone 2 volume control withthe output permanently set to a specified level.

This might be useful for sending a line levelsignal to a preamp or integrated amp withits own volume control or to a distributionamplifier with multiple volume controls.

• The RR-1050 remote control supplied withthe RSP-1098 will operate Zone 2 if usedwith a repeater system from the remotezone. It can also be programmed to op-erate Rotel source components via theRSP-1098's IR OUT jack.

• Any source component connected to theRSP-1098's analog inputs can be sent tothe Zone 2 outputs. ZONE 2 operates in-dependently of the main room. You canselect a different source or adjust Zone 2volume without affecting the MAIN outputsin any way.

• Avoid sending the same infrared commandto the RSP-1098 front panel sensor and aZone 2 repeater at the same time. Thismeans that Zone 2 must be in a differentroom from the RSP-1098.

Zone 2 Power On/OffOperation

Once master power is applied to the unit bypressing the rear panel POWER switch but-ton, the RSP-1098 provides independent poweron/off operation for both zones. Pressing theremote control ON/OFF buttons in the mainroom activates or deactivates the RSP-1098in the main room only and has no effect onZone 2. Conversely, activating or deactivat-ing Zone 2 has no effect on the main listen-ing room. However, placing the rear panelmaster POWER switch in the OFF position com-pletely shuts off the unit, for both zones.

NOTE: For proper power on and off opera-tion with Zone 2, the RSP-1098’s power modeshould be set to the factory default DIRECTsetting or to the STANDBY setting using theOther Options menu described in the Setupsection of this manual.

Controlling Zone 2from the Front Panel

You can control Zone 2 from the front panelof the RSP-1098 – activate or deactivate Zone2, change input sources, and adjust the vol-ume. Controlling Zone 2 from the front panelis accomplished by pressing the PATH repeat-edly until ZONE 2 status information is dis-played on the OSD and/or TFT screens. Thistemporarily puts the RSP-1098 in Zone 2 control

mode. When the Zone 2 status is displayed,the OSD and/or TFT screens show the currentsource selection and volume in Zone 2 for fiveseconds, during which time you can use thefront panel VOLUME control and FUNCTIONknob to change the ZONE 2 settings.

To change the Zone 2 input source:

1. Press the front panel PATH button repeat-edly until the Zone 2 status appears in theOSD and/or TFT screen.

2. Within 5 seconds, rotate the FUNCTIONknob to select a new source for Zone 2.The name of the selected source appearsin the display. Selecting OFF instead of aan input deactivates Zone 2.

3. Following 5 seconds with no commands,the RSP-1098 reverts to normal operation.

To change the Zone 2 volume:

1. Press the front panel PATH button repeat-edly until the Zone 2 status appears in theOSD and/or TFT screen. Make sure thatZone 2 is ON.

2. Within 5 seconds, adjust the volume con-trol to change the Zone 2 output level. Thenew setting appears in the display.

3. Following 5 seconds with no commands,the RSP-1098 reverts to normal operation.

Controlling Zone 2 from theRemote Location

With a properly configured IR repeater sys-tem, you have full control of Zone 2 using anRR-1050 remote from the Zone 2 location. Youcan select and operate a source, adjust thevolume, and turn Zone 2 on or off. Whatevercommands you send from the RR-1050 willchange Zone 2 and only Zone 2, just as ifyou were controlling a totally independentaudio system in that room. These changes willhave no effect on the main listening room.

To turn Zone 2 on or off, press the ON/OFFbuttons on the remote. To adjust the volumein Zone 2, press the VOLUME buttons on theremote. To select a different analog input source,press one of the DEVICE/INPUT buttons onthe remote.

NOTE: The volume adjustment is only avail-able if the Zone 2 outputs are configured touse VARIABLE levels. With FIXED levels, thevolume control for Zone 2 is disabled.


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SETUPThe RSP-1098 features two types of informa-tion displays to help operate the system. Thefirst consists of simple status displays that appearon the TV screen and/or front panel TFT screenwhenever primary settings (Volume, Input, etc.)are changed. These status displays are self-explanatory.

A more comprehensive ON-SCREEN DISPLAY(OSD) menu system is available at any timeby pressing the MENU/OSD button on theremote or the front panel MENU button. TheseOSD menus guide you through the configu-ration and setup of the RSP-1098. In general,the settings made in the configuration processare memorized as default settings and neednot be made again for normal operation ofthe unit.

The OSD menus can be displayed on the TVmonitor, the front panel TFT screen, or both.This selection can be changed using the DIS-PLAY OPTIONS menu later in this section.

NOTE: We recommend displaying the OSDmenus on the TFT screen for system setup.The OSD menus will be available for displayon the TFT screen, regardless of source inputand video output connections and whetheror not a source is actually playing.

The OSD menus can be configured to displayseveral different languages. The default Englishversion of all the menus is shown at the frontof this manual. If your language is available,those menus will be shown in the followinginstructions. If you would like to change fromthe default English language before proceed-ing, go to the instructions for the OTHER OP-TIONS menu later in this manual. From thismenu, you can change the language display.

Menu BasicsNavigation Buttons

The following remote control buttons are usedto navigate the OSD menu system:

S R

C M

- +

UP

DWN

ENT

GUIDE MENU

PREV CH

OSD

SEARCH +SEARCH –

C

L

J

L

K

C

MENU/OSD button : Press to displaythe SYSTEM STATUS screen. From the SYSTEMSTATUS screen, press the ENTER button to dis-play the MAIN MENU screen which has linksto all other menus. If a menu is already vis-ible, push this button to cancel the display. TheMENU button on the front panel provides thesame function.

DOWN/UP Buttons : Press to move upand down in the lists of menu items that ap-pear on the OSD screens.

+/– Buttons : Press to change the cur-rent settings for a selected menu item on OSDscreens.

ENTER Button : From the SYSTEM STA-TUS screen, press ENTER to display the MAINMENU screen. From any other OSD screen,press ENTER to confirm a setting and returnto the MAIN menu.

System Status

SYSTEM STATUS LISTEN:Tuner VID INPUT:Video 1 RECORD:Source MODE:Dolby Digital INPUT:Coaxial 2 VOLUME:65 ZONE 2:Off SPEAKERS:FR CNT SUB FL SR CB1 CB2 SL

The SYSTEM STATUS menu provides a snap-shot of the current system settings and a start-ing point for reaching all other screens andmenus. This screen appears when you pressthe remote MENU/OSD or front panel MENUbutton and displays the following information:

LISTEN: the input source selected for listen-ing.

VID INPUT: the video source selected forviewing. Can be VIDEO 1–5 or OFF (no video)as selected on the INPUT SETUP menu. Typi-cally, the video source matches the audio fromlistening source; however a different video inputcan be selected.

RECORD: the source selected for recordingfrom the VIDEO and AUDIO outputs.

MODE: the current surround sound mode.

INPUT: the input selected for the current source:Optical Digital, Coaxial Digital, Analog, etc.

VOLUME: the current volume setting.

ZONE: the current status of ZONE 2, ON orOFF.

SPEAKERS: highlights the speakers that arecurrently configured for the system (front right,center, subwoofer, front left, surround left, centerback 1, center back 2, and surround right)

No changes can be made using this screen;it only provides information. To go to the restof the menus, press the ENTER button to goto the MAIN menu. Press the MENU/OSDbutton on the remote to cancel the display andreturn to normal operation.

NOTE: The SYSTEM STATUS screen appearsfor five seconds when the unit is turned onand automatically turns off.

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Main Menu

MAIN MENU INPUT SPEAKER DELAY TEST TONE SUB SETUP ZONE 2 DISPLAY CONTOUR OTHER DEFAULT EXIT

The MAIN MENU provides access to ten OSDscreens for various configuration options. MAINMENU is reached by pressing the ENTER buttonfrom the SYSTEM STATUS menu describedabove or from most other menus. To go to thedesired menu, move the highlight using theUP/DOWN and +/– buttons on the remoteand press the ENTER button. Press the MENU/OSD button on the remote to cancel the dis-play and return to normal operation.

Display Options

DISPLAY OPTIONS DISPLAY SOURCE:Off CONTRAST:+ 5 BRIGHTNESS:- 5 PROGRESSIVE:No OSD OUTPUT: SCREEN+MON MAIN MENU

The DISPLAY OPTIONS menu provides accessto settings for the front panel TFT screen: se-lecting a video source for display, picture qualityadjustments, setting the progressive scan mode,and selecting whether OSD menus are dis-played on the front panel TFT, the TV moni-tor, or both.

DISPLAY SOURCE: Select a video source(composite video only) for display on the TFTscreen. Available display options are VIDEO1–5, SOURCE (the same source selected forlistening), or OFF no video display.

CONTRAST: Adjust the contrast (white level)of the TFT screen up or down.

BRIGHTNESS: Adjust the brightness (blacklevel) of the TFT screen up or down.

PROGRESSIVE: The OSD menus cannot bedisplayed on the TV monitor when progres-sive scan or 1080i HDTV video signals arebeing used at the Component Video inputs.This setting enables a feature that allows thedisplay of the main OSD setup menus (but notthe information displays such as volume, etc)


on the TV monitor by interrupting the progressivescan video signal and restoring it after the OSDmenus are cancelled. Choose the YES optionfor progressive scan or HDTV video signals(480p, 720p, 1080i) at the component videoinputs. Choose the NO option if you are us-ing standard interlaced video signals (480i).

NOTE: When the progressive mode is set toYES, the conversion from composite or S-Video to Component Video output is onlyavailable for the VIDEO 5 input, not for theVIDEO 1–4 inputs.

OSD OUTPUT: Select where the OSD menusare displayed: on the TFT screen only, the TVmonitor only, or both. Available options areSCREEN+MON, SCREEN, and MONITOR.

Configuring InputsA key step in setting up the RSP-1098 is toconfigure each source input using the INPUTSETUP screens. Configuring the inputs allowsyou to set defaults for a number of settingsincluding the type of input connector, the desiredsurround mode, custom labels that appear inthe displays when a source is selected, andmany more. The following OSD menus are usedto configure the inputs.

Input Setup

INPUT SETUP LISTEN:CD VID INPUT:Video 1 INPUT LABEL:_______ INPUT:Coaxial 2 CINEMA EQ:Off 12V TRIGGER:1DEFAULT MODE:Dolby 3 Stereo GROUP DELAY:200ms

MAIN MENU

The INPUT SETUP menu configures the sourceinputs and is reached from the MAIN menu.The screen provides the following options, se-lected by placing the highlight on the desiredline using the UP/DOWN buttons:

LISTEN: changes the current listening inputsource (CD, TUNER, TAPE, VIDEO1–5, & EXT).Changing this input also allows you to selecta specific input for configuring.

VID INPUT: select the video source to bedisplayed on the TV monitor with the listen-ing source specified on the first line. Can beVIDEO 1–5 or OFF (no video). Typically, thevideo source matches the audio from listen-

ing source; however a different video inputcan be selected. For audio only sources (suchas a CD player), you would typically specifyOFF so that no video is displayed.

INPUT LABEL: The seven-character labels forthe all eight inputs can customized. Place thehighlight on this line to begin labelling. Thefirst character in the label will be flashing.

1. Press the +/– buttons on the remote or rotatethe FUNCTION knob on the front panelto change the first letter, scrolling throughthe list of available characters.

2. Press the ENT button on the remote or pressthe FUNCTION knob on the front panelto confirm that letter and move to the nextposition.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until all seven char-acters (including blank spaces) have beencompleted. The final press of the ENT buttonsaves the new label.

INPUT: assigns a physical input connectionto use as the default for the source displayedin the first line of the menu. The options areANALOG input, three OPTICAL digital inputs(OPTICAL 1–3), and five COAXIAL digital in-puts (COAXIAL 1–5).

When a digital input is the default, the unitwill check for a digital signal when the INPUTSOURCE is selected. If no digital signal ispresent, the unit will automatically revert to theanalog input.

When an ANALOG input is the default, theunit will not access a digital signal, even thoughone may be present at the digital input; thus,the ANALOG setting forces the unit to use ananalog signal. Assigning a digital input (withits auto-sensing) is generally the preferred con-figuration for any source with a digital output.

NOTE: If a source connected to a digital inputis selected, that signal will automatically besent to both digital outputs for recording.

CINEMA EQ: The RSP-1098 includes a CIN-EMA EQ feature which reduces the high-fre-quency content of movie soundtracks to simulatethe frequency response of a large movie the-ater and/or eliminate sibilance. You can turnthe CINEMA EQ on or off as the default set-ting for the selected input using this menuchoice. In general, this setting should be OFFfor most source inputs, unless you are consis-tently bothered by excessively bright sound frommovie soundtracks.

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12V TRIGGER: The RSP-1098 has four 12Vtrigger outputs (labeled 1, 2, 3, and ZONE2)that supply a 12V DC signal to turn on Rotelcomponents and other components as needed.This menu item turns on specific 12V triggeroutputs whenever the indicated source is se-lected. For example, you set up the VIDEO 1input to turn on the 12V trigger for your DVDplayer. The options for this menu item are:1/2/3/1+2/1+3/2+3/ALL/NO.

DEFAULT MODE: The DEFAULT MODE set-ting allows you to set a default surround soundmode for each source input. The default set-ting will be used unless the source materialtriggers automatic decoding of a particular typeor unless the default setting is temporarily over-ridden by the front panel or remote surroundmode buttons.

NOTE: Default surround modes are stored in-dependently for the analog and digital inputsfor each source.

Options for the default surround modes are:Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby 3 Stereo, Music 1,Music 2, Music 3, Music 4, 5ch Stereo, 7chStereo, PCM 2 Channel, DTS Neo:6, Bypass(for analog input only), and Stereo.

NOTE: The following types of digital discs orsource material are generally detected auto-matically and the proper decoding activatedwith no action or setting required: DTS, DTS-ESMatrix 6.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Dolby Digi-tal, Dolby Digital Surround EX, Dolby Digital2-channel, MPEG Multichannel, PCM 2-Chan-nel, PCM 96kHz, MP3, HDCD, and HDCD96kHz.

Since Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS sources aredetected and decoded automatically, the de-fault setting typically tells the RSP-1098 howto process a 2-channel stereo signal. For ex-ample, you might have your CD input defaultto 2-channel stereo, DVD and VCR inputs defaultto Dolby Pro Logic II processing for matrix-encoded Dolby surround material, and TUNERinput default to one of the MUSIC modes.

In some cases, the default setting can be manu-ally overridden by the front panel MODE buttonor the SUR+ button on the remote. See theManually Selecting Surround Modes sectionof this manual for more information on whichsettings can be overridden.

Two of the default surround mode settingsavailable on this menu offer additional choices.Dolby Pro Logic II decoding offers a choiceof CINEMA, MUSIC, or EMULATION settings.DTS Neo:6 decoding offers a choice of CIN-EMA or MUSIC settings. When either DolbyPro Logic II or DTS Neo:6 is selected with thismenu item, the current setting choice will alsobe displayed. In addition, the function of theENTER button changes, taking you to a sub-menu where you can change the settings and/or additional parameters for Dolby Pro LogicII or DTS Neo:6 decoding. See the followingsection for details.

GROUP DELAY: Also known as “lip-sync”delay, this setting delays the audio signal foran input by the specified amount to match thevideo input. This feature can be useful whenthe video signal is delayed more than the audiosignal as sometimes happens with upconverteddigital TV processors or when trying to matcha radio broadcast with the video from a sportsevent.

The range of available settings is from 0msto 500ms, in 5ms increments. The setting isindividually stored for each input and is thedefault group delay each time that input is se-lected. The setting can be temporarily over-ridden from the front panel or the remote.

OPTIONS: This selection is only visible whenPro Logic II or Neo:6 surround mode is selected.Highlight this line and press ENTER to go tosubmenus with additional options for thesesurround modes. See below.

To return to the MAIN menu from the INPUTSETUP menu (except when Dolby Pro Logic IIor DTS Neo:6 is selected in the SURR MODEfield), press the ENTER button. Press the MENU/OSD button on the remote to cancel the menudisplay and return to normal operation.

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Multi Input Setup

INPUT SETUP LISTEN:Multi Input VID INPUT:Video 1 INPUT LABEL:_______

12V TRIGGER:1 LFE REDIRECT:On

MAIN MENU

When the MULTI INPUT source is selected onthe INPUT SETUP menu, the available optionschange to reflect the fact that these inputs aredirect analog inputs and bypass the RSP-1098’sdigital processing. The INPUT, CINEMA EQ,and DEFAULT MODE options are not availablesince these are all digitally implemented fea-tures.

The VID INPUT, INPUT LABEL, and 12V TRIG-GER options are still available and work asdescribed on the previous menu.

One additional option, LFE REDIRECT, providesan alternative bass management configura-tion. Typically, the eight channels of the MULTIINPUT are configured as pure analog bypasssignals, going straight from the inputs to thevolume control and the preamp outputs, by-passing all of the digital processing. There areno crossovers and no bass management; there-fore, whatever signal goes into the subwooferchannel will be sent to the subwoofer preampoutput.

This configuration may not be ideal for multi-channel systems configured with high-passspeakers, redirecting bass to a powered sub-woofer. An option, called LFE REDIRECT, sendsthe seven main channels directly to the out-puts as usual. In addition, it takes a duplicatecopy of these seven channels, combines theminto mono, and routes them through a 100Hz analog low-pass crossover to the subwooferpreamp output. This creates a summed monosubwoofer signal, derived from the seven mainchannels of the MULTI INPUT.

Use the LFE REDIRECT off for the pure analogbypass configuration. Use the LFE REDIRECTon setting to derive the mono summed sub-woofer output.


Dolby Pro Logic II

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II MODE:Music OPTIONAL PARAMETERS PANORAMA:Off DIMENSION:3CENTER WIDTH:0 INPUT SETUP MENU

When Dolby Pro Logic II is selected as thedefault surround mode on the INPUT SETUPmenu, there are additional settings and pa-rameters to optimize the surround decodingfor music or movie soundtracks. Dolby Pro LogicII uses matrix decoding algorithms to derivea center channel and surround channels from2-channel source material.

The first line of the Dolby Pro Logic II sub-menuselects one of three types of matrix decoding:CINEMA, MUSIC, or EMULATION modes. Usethe +/– buttons on the remote to select a mode.

Select CINEMA to optimize for Dolby Surroundencoded movie soundtracks including in-creased surround separation and full-bandwidthsurround channel frequency response.

Select EMULATION for decoding that emu-lates the original Dolby Pro Logic system. Youmay prefer this option for older soundtracksthat are not of optimum audio quality. EMU-LATION mode reduces the high-frequencyresponse and separation of the surround chan-nels and may increase the delay setting.

Select MUSIC to optimize for musical record-ings. When the MUSIC mode is selected, threeadditional parameters will be available on theOSD screen. Use the UP/DOWN buttons onthe remote to select a parameter. Use the +/– buttons to change the selected parameteras follows:

• PANORAMA: The Panorama optionextends the front stereo image to includethe surround speakers for a dramatic “wrap-around” effect. The options are OFF or ON.

• DIMENSION: The Dimension option al-lows you to gradually adjust the soundfieldtowards the front or towards the rear. Thereare seven incremental settings from 0 to6. A setting of 0 shifts the soundfield to-wards the rear for maximum surround ef-fect. A setting of 6 shifts the soundfield tothe front for minimum surround effect. Thedefault setting of 3 provides a “neutral”balance between the two extremes.

• CENTER WIDTH: The Center Width optionallows you to spread the signal intended forthe center speaker to the left and right frontspeakers, widening the perceived soundfield.There are eight incremental settings from 0to 7. With the default setting of 0, there isno center width spreading and all of the centerchannel information is sent to the centerspeaker. The maximum setting of 7 shifts allof the center channel signal to the left andright speakers, essentially muting the centerspeaker and maximizing the soundfield width.Other settings provide incremental steps be-tween the two extremes.

When you have completed all the desiredadjustments, highlight the INPUT SETUP MENUline at the bottom of the screen and press theENTER button to return to the INPUT SETUPmenu (or just press the ENTER button).

DTS Neo:6

DTS Neo:6 MODE:Cinema INPUT SETUP MENU

When DTS Neo:6 is selected as the defaultsurround mode on the INPUT SETUP menu,there are additional option settings and pa-rameters available to optimize the surrounddecoding for various types of recordings, musicor movie soundtracks. DTS Neo:6 uses ma-trix decoding algorithms to derive a centerchannel and surround channels from 2-chan-nel source material.

In DTS Neo:6 surround mode, there will onlybe one choice available on the sub-menu:selecting CINEMA or MUSIC modes. Use the+/– buttons on the remote to change the set-tings.

• Select CINEMA to optimize the DTS Neo:6decoding for movie soundtracks.

• Select MUSIC to optimize the DTS Neo:6decoding for musical recordings.

When you have completed the setting, high-light the INPUT SETUP MENU line at the bot-tom of the screen and press the ENTER but-ton to return to the INPUT SETUP menu (or justpress the ENTER button).

ConfiguringSpeakers and AudioThis section of the setup process covers itemsconcerning audio reproduction such as thenumber of speakers, bass management includ-ing subwoofer crossovers, establishing equaloutput levels for all channels, delay settings,and tone contour settings.

Understanding SpeakerConfiguration

Home theater systems vary in the number ofspeakers and the bass capabilities of thosespeakers. The RSP-1098 offers surround modestailored to systems with various numbers ofspeakers and bass management features whichsend bass information to the speaker(s) bestable to handle it – subwoofers and/or largespeakers. For optimum performance, you musttell the RSP-1098 the number of speakers inyour system and how bass should be distrib-uted among them.

NOTE: There are two types of bass in a sur-round system. The first is bass recorded in eachof the main channels (front, center, and sur-round). This bass is present in all recordingsand soundtracks. In addition, Dolby Digital 5.1and DTS 5.1 recordings may have a Low Fre-quency Effects (LFE) channel – the .1 channel.This LFE channel, typically played by a sub-woofer, is used for effects such as explosionsor rumble. The use of the LFE channel will varyfrom soundtrack to soundtrack. Recordings thatare not encoded in Dolby Digital or DTS donot have the LFE channel.

The following configuration instructions refer toLARGE and SMALL speakers, referring moreto their desired bass configuration than theirphysical size. Specifically, use the LARGE set-ting for speakers that you want to play deepbass signals. Use the SMALL designation forspeakers that would benefit from having theirbass sent to more capable speakers. The bassmanagement system redirects bass informationaway from all SMALL speakers and sends it tothe LARGE speakers and/or the SUBWOOFER.It may be useful to think of LARGE as “full-range”and SMALL as “high-pass filtered.”

Four typical examples of the many possiblesystem configurations illustrate the principlesbehind bass management:

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• Five LARGE speakers and sub-woofer: This system requires no bass re-direction. All five speakers play the nor-mal bass recorded in their respective chan-nels. The subwoofer plays only the LFEchannel bass. Depending on thesoundtrack, there may be minimal use ofthe LFE channel, so the subwoofer wouldbe under utilized. Meanwhile the normalbass places higher demands on the capa-bilities of the other speakers and the am-plifiers driving them.

• LARGE front, center, surroundspeakers, no subwoofer. The normalbass from the front, center, and surroundchannels is played in its respective speak-ers. With no subwoofer, the LFE bass is re-directed to all five LARGE speakers. Thisplaces significant demands on these speak-ers and their amplifiers, as they must playtheir own normal bass plus the very demand-ing LFE bass.

• All SMALL speakers and subwoofer.The normal bass from all channels is redi-rected to the subwoofer, which also playsthe LFE channel. The subwoofer handlesALL of the bass in the system. This configu-ration provides several benefits: deep bassis played by the speaker most suited to doso, the main speakers may play louder withless distortion, and the need for amplifierpower is reduced. This configuration shouldbe used with bookshelf-size or smaller mainspeakers. It should also be considered insome cases with floorstanding front speak-ers. This configuration is advantageouswhen driving the system with moderatepower amplifiers.

• LARGE front speakers, SMALL cen-ter and surround speakers, and asubwoofer. The normal bass from theSMALL center and surround speakers is re-directed to the LARGE front speakers andthe subwoofer. The LARGE front speakersplay their own normal bass plus the redi-rected bass from the SMALL speakers andLFE bass. The subwoofer plays the LFE bassplus the redirected bass from all of the otherchannels. This might be an appropriate con-figuration with a pair of very capable frontspeakers driven by a large power ampli-fier. A potential disadvantage with mixed

LARGE and SMALL configurations is thatthe bass response may not be as consis-tent from channel to channel as it mightbe with the all SMALL configuration.

NOTE: As an alternative configuration with asatellite/subwoofer package as the frontspeakers, follow the speaker manufacturer’sinstructions, connecting the high-level inputsof the powered subwoofer directly to the frontspeaker outputs of the RSP-1098 and con-necting the satellites to the subwoofer’s owncrossover. In this arrangement, the speakerswould be classified as LARGE and the sub-woofer setting would be OFF for all surroundmodes. No information is lost during play-back because the system redirects bass infor-mation to the front LARGE speakers. Whilethis configuration ensures proper satellitespeaker operation by using the speaker’s owncrossovers, it has some disadvantages in termsof system calibration and would generally notbe the preferred configuration.

Speaker Setup

SPEAKER SETUP FRONT:Large CENTER:Large SURROUND:Large CENTER BACK:Large1 SUBWOOFER:Yes ADVANCED:Enter MAIN MENU

The SPEAKER SETUP menu is used to config-ure the RSP-1098 for use with your specificloudspeakers and to determine the bass man-agement configuration as described in theprevious overview. The menu is accessed fromthe MAIN menu.

The following speaker options are available:

FRONT SPEAKERS (small/large): Use theLARGE setting to have the front speakers playlow bass (full-range). Use the SMALL settingto redirect normal bass away from these speak-ers to a subwoofer (high-pass filtered).

CENTER SPEAKER(S) (large/small/none): Use the LARGE position (not availablewith SMALL front speakers) to have the cen-ter speaker play low bass (full-range). Use theSMALL position if your center channel speakerhas limited low frequency capability, or if youprefer that the bass be sent to the subwoofer(high-pass). Select the NONE setting if yoursystem does not have a center channel speaker

(the surround modes will automatically divideall center channel information equally betweenthe two front speakers, creating a phantomcenter channel).

SURROUND SPEAKERS (large/small/none): Select the LARGE setting (not avail-able with SMALL front speakers) to have thesurround speakers play low bass (full-range).If your rear speakers have limited bass capa-bility or if you would prefer that the bass goto a subwoofer, use the SMALL setting (high-pass). If your system has no rear surround speak-ers, select the NONE setting (surround chan-nels are added to the front speakers so noneof the recording is lost).

CENTER BACK SPEAKER(S) (large1/large2/small1/small2/none): Somesystems have one or two additional center backsurround speakers. Select the LARGE settings(not available with SMALL front speakers) tohave your center back speaker(s) play low bass.Use LARGE 1 if you have one center backspeaker (6.1) or LARGE 2 (7.1) if you havetwo center back speakers (7.1). If your cen-ter back speakers have limited bass capabil-ity or if you would prefer that the bass go toa subwoofer, use the SMALL setting (SMALL1for one speaker, SMALL2 for two speakers).If your system has no center back speakers,select the NONE setting. With center backspeakers, the Rotel XS eXtra surround, DolbyDigital EX, DTS-ES, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTSNeo:6 or other decoders will provide centerback signals for any surround mode.

SUBWOOFER (yes/no/max): The YES set-ting is the standard setting if your system hasa subwoofer. If your system does not have asubwoofer, select NO. Select the MAX settingfor maximum bass output with normal bassbeing duplicated by both the subwoofer andany LARGE speakers in the system.

ADVANCED: Speaker configuration is gener-ally a global setting for all surround modesand need only be done once. However, forspecial circumstances, the RSP-1098 providesthe option of setting the speaker configurationindependently for each of four surround modes.Select the ADVANCED line on the menu andpress ENTER to go to the ADVANCED SPEAKERSETUP menu described in the following sec-tion.


To change a setting on the SPEAKER SETUPmenu, place the highlight on the desired lineusing the UP/DOWN buttons and use the +/– buttons to toggle through the available set-tings. To return to the MAIN menu, press theENTER button. Press the MENU/OSD buttonon the remote to cancel the display and re-turn to normal operation.

Advance Speaker Setup

ADV SPEAKER SETUP SPEAKER:Front CROSSOVER:100Hz DOLBY:Small DTS:Small STEREO/MPEG:Large MUSIC:Small SPEAKER SETUP MENU

In most cases, the standard speaker configu-ration described above is a global setting andcan be used for all surround modes. However,the RSP-1098 provides the capability to cus-tomize these settings for four different surroundmodes: Dolby, DTS, Stereo, and Music. Forexample, you could set up the Dolby and DTSmodes for 5.1 channel sound, while the Ste-reo mode changes to a 2-speaker setup withor without a subwoofer. In addition, the AD-VANCED SPEAKER SETUP allows you to se-lect a customized high-pass crossover frequencyfor the front, center, surround, and surroundback speakers.

NOTE: In most systems, the default settings onthis menu will provide the most predictableresults and most users will not need to changeany settings. You should fully understand bassmanagement and have a specific reason forneeding a custom configuration before chang-ing these settings. Otherwise, skip to the fol-lowing topic, SUBWOOFER SETUP.

The available settings on the ADVANCEDSPEAKER SETUP menu are as follows:

SPEAKER (front/center/surround/cen-ter back/subwoofer): Select the set ofspeakers to be configured with custom settings.

CROSSOVER (40Hz/60Hz/80Hz/100Hz/120Hz/150Hz/200Hz): Typi-cally, the RSP-1098 uses a single master set-ting for the high-pass and low-pass crossoverpoint between all SMALL speakers and thesubwoofer. This master crossover point is seton the SUBWOOFER SETUP menu describedin the following section. When you first ac-

cess the ADVANCED SPEAKER SETUP menu,the current master crossover point will be shownon this line. Change the value of this line onlyif you want the current speaker to have a dif-ferent crossover point. For example, if yourmaster crossover is set to 80Hz, but you wantyour front speakers to crossover to the sub-woofer at 60 Hz, you would select 60Hz forthe front speakers on this line. This setting ONLYaffects redirected bass and does not affect theLFE channel in any way. The OFF setting (avail-able only for the subwoofer) sends a full-rangesignal to your subwoofer so that you can useits built-in low-pass filter.

NOTE: When a speaker is set to LARGE onthe SPEAKER SETUP menu or on this MENU,the crossover setting is not available since,by definition, a LARGE speaker plays full-range with no bass redirection to the sub-woofer and no crossover. Likewise, the OFFsetting for the subwoofer crossover is not avail-able for SMALL speakers, since SMALL meansthat the speaker will redirect its bass below agiven crossover point to the subwoofer. Inaddition, the CROSSOVER setting is not avail-able for the MULTI INPUT.

DOLBY (large/small/none): Sets thecurrent speaker (shown in the first line) toLARGE, SMALL, or NONE, overriding themaster setting from the SPEAKER SETUP menu.This setting will ONLY take effect with DolbyDigital or Dolby Pro Logic II decoding.

DTS (large/small/none): The same op-tions described for Dolby above, except thesesettings ONLY take effect with DTS and DTSNeo:6 decoding.

STEREO/MPEG (large/small/none): Thesame options described for Dolby above,except these settings ONLY take effect in STE-REO surround mode.

MUSIC (large/small/none): The same op-tions described for Dolby above, except thesesettings ONLY take effect with any of the DSPMUSIC surround modes.

NOTE: When the front speakers are set to usethe master crossover frequency on the AD-VANCED SPEAKER SETUP menu, the surroundmode specific “large/small/none” settingsare not available for the other speakers. Thesespeakers will use the setting determined inthe basic SPEAKER SETUP menu.

Subwoofer Setup

SUBWOOFER SETUP CROSSOVER:100hZ DOLBY DIGITAL: 0dB DOLBY PL II: 0dB DTS: 0dB STEREO/MPEG:+ 2dB MUSIC: Off MULTI INPUT:- 2dB MAIN MENU

The SUBWOOFER SETUP menu allows selec-tion of the master subwoofer crossover fre-quency and independent adjustment of sub-woofer level for each surround mode.

CROSSOVER (40Hz/60Hz/80Hz/100Hz/120Hz/150Hz/200Hz/OFF):This setting specifies a master low-pass filterfor the subwoofer and a corresponding high-pass filter for all SMALL speakers in the sys-tem at the selected frequency. To adjust thecrossover frequency, highlight the CROSSOVERline using the UP/DOWN buttons. Then, usethe +/– buttons to chose the master crossoverpoint. The 80Hz or 100Hz crossover pointsare the most common in home theater systemsand should be used unless you have a spe-cific reason to choose a different crossoverpoint based on your specific speakers.

The OFF setting sends a full-range signal toyour subwoofer so that you can use its built-in low-pass filter. With the OFF setting, a 100Hz high-pass filter is activated for all SMALLspeakers in the system.

NOTE: The master crossover point can be over-ridden with a custom crossover frequency forthe front, center, surround, or surround backspeakers in the ADVANCED SPEAKER SETUPmenu; however, in most systems the singlemaster crossover point should work well

DOLBY DIGITAL:DOLBY PLII:DTS:STEREO/MPEG:MUSIC:MULTI INPUT:These six lines allow you override the mastersubwoofer level setting as determined on theTEST TONE menu (see below) for each spe-cific surround mode. When going to the SUB-WOOFER SETUP menu from the MAIN menu,the current surround mode is automaticallyhighlighted. Use the +/– buttons to adjust thesubwoofer level for the current surround mode.The options are OFF (which turns off the sub-

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woofer for that mode) and a range of adjust-ments from –9dB to +9dB and MAX (+10dB).A setting of 0dB means that the specified sur-round mode will use the master subwoofer level.Any other setting is an offset to the mastersetting. For example, an adjustment of -2dbfor a particular surround mode means that thesubwoofer level will be 2 dB quieter than themaster subwoofer level when that surroundmode is selected. Use these subwoofer levelsettings to adjust the relative bass output ofvarious surround modes. Changing the mas-ter subwoofer level will increase or decreasethe level for all surround modes.

NOTE: Only the current surround mode canbe adjusted on this menu. You will need tochange surround modes using the front panelor remote buttons to adjust a different mode.

We recommend starting with the settings forall surround modes at the default 0 dB settingduring the test tone calibration of the systemand for a period of familiarization after that.As you listen to a variety of source materialover time, you may notice that certain surroundmodes consistently produce too much or toolittle bass from the subwoofer. If so, then usethese menu settings to customize each surroundmode. In general, if the master subwoofer levelis set properly (i.e. not too loud), individualsettings for each surround mode should notbe necessary.

NOTE: In Dolby Digital and DTS recordings,the LFE channel is used to produce spectacu-lar low bass effects, placing considerable de-mands on your subwoofer system. If you heardistortion or other signs of distress from yoursubwoofer at loud listening levels, you mayconsider reducing the subwoofer level for theDolby Digital and/or DTS surround modes.In other surround modes, there is no LFE chan-nel and the subwoofer will only reproduceredirected bass from the other channels,which is not as likely to tax the subwoofer.

To return to the MAIN menu, press the EN-TER button. Press the MENU/OSD button onthe remote to cancel the display and returnto normal operation.

Test Tone

TEST TONE LEFT:+ 1dB CENTER:- 1dB RIGHT:+ 2dB R SURROUND:+ 5dB R CTR BACK:+ 2dB L CTR BACK:+ 2dB L SURROUND:+ 4dB SUBWOOFER:+ 9dB

MAIN MENU

This menu uses filtered pink noise test tonesto set equal volume levels for all speakers (leftfront, center, right front, right surround, cen-ter back, left surround, and subwoofer) to en-sure proper surround sound reproduction.Setting the output levels using the test proce-dure provides the most accurate adjustmentso that digital surround sound material will bereproduced as it was intended and is a criti-cal step in calibrating the system.

NOTE: If you have configured your system touse two center back speakers, there will bean additional line in the menu, giving you theability to independently adjust the CENTERBACK 1 and CENTER BACK 2 speakers.

To access this menu and perform the test tonecalibration, you can be in any surround modeexcept BYPASS with any input except the MULTIINPUT. Enter the OSD menu system and selectTEST TONE from the MAIN MENU to reachthis screen.

When you enter the TEST TONE menu, youwill hear a test tone coming from the highlightedspeaker. Highlight different speakers by movingthe cursor to the desired line using the UP/DOWN buttons. The test tone will shift accord-ingly to the selected speaker.

Seated in the normal listening location, shiftthe test tone to the various speakers. Using theone speaker as a reference, listen for any speak-ers that are noticeably louder or quieter. If so,adjust that speaker’s levels up or down (in 1dBincrements) using the +/– buttons. Continueswitching among the speakers and adjustinguntil all speakers are the same volume.

To return to the MAIN menu, press the EN-TER button. Press the MENU/OSD button onthe remote to cancel the menu display andreturn to normal operation.

Calibration with an SPL meter:

Calibrating the system with an SPL meter, ratherthan by ear, provides more precise results andimproves the system’s performance significantly.Inexpensive SPL meters are widely availableand the procedure is quick and easy.

Both Dolby and DTS specify a standard cali-bration level for all theaters to ensure thatsoundtracks can be played at the volume levelintended by the director of the film. This ref-erence level should result in spoken dialogplayed at a realistic level for normal speechwith the loudest peaks in any single channelat about 105 dB. The RSP-1098’s test tonesare generated at a precise level (-30dBFs)relative to the loudest possible digitally recordedsound. At the Dolby or DTS reference level,these test tones should produce a 75dB read-ing on an SPL meter.

Set the meter to its 70dB dial setting with SLOWresponse and C-weighting, held away fromyour body at your listening position (mount-ing the SPL meter on a camera tripod makesthis easier). You can point the SPL meter at eachspeaker as it is being measured; however,positioning the meter in a fixed position pointingat the ceiling is easier and probably producesmore consistent results.

Increase the master volume control on theRSP-1098 until the meter reads 75dB (+5dBon the meter scale) when playing the test tonethrough one of the front speakers. Then, usethe individual channel adjustments on the TESTTONE menu to adjust each of the individualspeakers, including the subwoofer, to the same75dB on the SPL meter.

NOTE: Due to meter weighting curves androom effects, the actual level of the subwoofermay be slightly higher than you measure. Tocompensate, Dolby suggests setting the sub-woofer several dB lower when calibratingwith an SPL meter (i.e. set the subwoofer toread 72 dB on the meter instead of 75 dB).Avoid setting the subwoofer level too high(above 75dB). Exaggerated bass effects comeat the expense of proper blending with themain speakers and place tremendous stresson the subwoofer and its amplifier. If you canlocalize bass from the subwoofer, the sub-woofer level is almost certainly too high. Musiccan be useful for fine-tuning the subwooferlevel as excessive bass is readily apparent.The proper setting will generally work wellfor music and movie soundtracks.

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Remember the setting of the master volume con-trol used during this calibration. To play a DolbyDigital or DTS soundtrack at the reference vol-ume level, simply return to that volume setting.Note that most home theater listeners find thissetting to be excessively loud. Let your ownears be the judge for deciding how loud toplayback movie soundtracks and adjust themaster volume control accordingly. Regard-less of your listening levels, using an SPL meterto calibrate equal levels for all speakers in thesystem is strongly recommended.

Delay Setup

DELAY SETUP LEFT: 12ft 3.6m CENTER: 11ft 3.3m RIGHT: 11ft 3.3m R SURROUND: 6ft 1.8m R CTR BACK: 8ft 2.4m L CTR BACK: 9ft 2.7m L SURROUND: 5ft 1.5m SUBWOOFER: 5ft 1.5m MAIN MENU

The DELAY SETUP menu, which is reached fromthe MAIN menu, allows you to set the delayfor individual speakers. This ensures that thesound from each speaker arrives simultaneouslyat the listening position, even when the speakersare not all placed at equal distances from thelistener. Increase the delay to speakers locatedcloser to the seating area and decrease thedelay to speakers located farther from theseating area.

The RSP-1098 makes setting the delay timefor each speaker very easy. Simply measurethe distance (in feet or meters) from your seatingposition to each speaker in your system. Setthe measured distance in the line for eachspeaker. The menu provides a line for eachspeaker configured in your system and pro-vides a range of settings up to 99 feet (30meters) in 1 foot (0.3 m) increments with eachincrement equivalent to an additional delayof 1ms.

To change a setting, place the highlight on thedesired line using the UP/DOWN buttons anduse the +/– buttons to increase or decreasethe delay setting. To return to the MAIN menu,press the ENTER button. Press the MENU/OSDbutton on the remote to cancel the display andreturn to normal operation.

Contour Setup

CONTOUR SETUP SPEAKER:Front DEFEAT:On HF CONTOUR:+5 LF CONTOUR: 0 MAIN MENU

The CONTOUR SETUP menu allows digitaladjustment of the bass and treble response ofeach group of speakers in the system. Forexample, if your center channel speaker soundstoo bright, you could roll off the extreme highfrequencies.

SPEAKER (front/center/surround/cen-ter back/all): Select which speaker or groupof speakers to adjust. Selecting ALL permitsadjustment of the entire system as a whole.

DEFEAT (on/off): Selecting the ON settingdefeats the contour adjustment, bypassing thecontour processing entirely for that speakeror group of speakers.

HF CONTOUR: Adjusts the extreme high fre-quency slope over a range of -6dB (MIN) to+6dB (MAX). Negative number settings reducethe high frequency output; positive numbersettings increase it.

LF CONTOUR: Adjusts the extreme low fre-quency slope over a range of -6dB (MIN) to+6dB (MAX). Negative number settings reducethe low frequency output; positive numbersettings increase it.

The contour adjustments are designed to workat the frequency extremes and be relativelysubtle so that they do not have a negative impacton midrange sounds. We recommend accli-mating to the sound of the system with thecontour adjustments defeated and then mak-ing adjustments, if necessary, to address spe-cific speaker response issues or personal taste.

NOTE: You can also make permanent contouradjustments using the TONE and UP/DOWNbuttons on the remote. These adjustments areglobal, changing the contour settings for allspeakers in the system, regardless of the set-tings on this menu. See the Contour/ToneSettings section of this manual for details.

Miscellaneous SettingsOther Options

OTHER OPTIONS RECORD:Source TURN ON VOL:Last MAX VOL:Max VOL SPEED:Slow POWER:Direct LANGUAGE:English VIDEO:NTSC MAIN MENU

This OTHER OPTIONS menu, accessed fromthe MAIN menu, provides access to a severalmiscellaneous settings as follows:

RECORD: Select which source signal to besent to the recording outputs by choosing oneof the input sources. The options are: CD, TAPE,TUNER, VIDEO 1–5, and SOURCE. You caneither select a specific component or selectSOURCE which will send the signal to therecord outputs from whatever source is selectedfor listening.

TURN ON VOL: Specifies a default volumelevel to be used each time the RSP-1098 isactivated. You can select LAST to have theRSP-1098 power up with the last previouslyused volume setting. Or, you specify a volumefrom MIN (full mute) to MAX, in 1 dB incre-ments. Note that this setting cannot exceedthe MAX VOL established in the next line ofthe menu.

MAX VOL: Specifies a maximum volume levelfor the RSP-1098. The volume cannot be ad-justed above this level. Settings range from MINto MAX, in 1dB increments.

VOL SPEED: Provides three options for howrapidly the volume control responds to inputs.The SLOW setting adjusts the volume 1dB witheach control input. The MID setting adjusts in2dB increments. The FAST setting adjusts in3dB increments.


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POWER: This setting determines how theRSP-1098 powers up. With the default DIRECTsetting, the unit is fully activated when AC poweris applied and the rear panel POWER buttonis ON; however, it may be put in standby modeusing the front panel STANDBY button or theremote ON/OFF buttons. This would be thenormal setting for most systems.

With the STANDBY setting, the unit powersup in standby mode when AC is applied andthe rear panel POWER button is ON. The unitmust be activated using the front panelSTANDBY button or the remote ON/OFFbuttons.

In ALWAYS-ON mode, the unit remains fullyactive whenever AC is present and the rearpanel POWER button is ON; the front panelSTANDBY button and the remote ON/OFFbuttons are disabled and the unit cannot beput in standby mode.

LANGUAGE: Selects a language for theOSD/TFT displays.

VIDEO: Specifies whether an NTSC or PALtelevision monitor is connected to the TVMONITOR outputs of the RSP-1098. This set-ting must be correct for the upconversion andOSD menus to work properly.

Change settings on the OTHER OPTIONS menuby highlighting the desired line using the UP/DOWN buttons and using the +/– buttons tostep through the available settings. To returnto the MAIN menu, press the ENTER button.Press the MENU/OSD button on the remoteto cancel the display and return to normaloperation.

Zone 2 Setup

ZONE2 SETUP SOURCE:Off VOLUME SETUP:Variable VOLUME:60 TURN ON VOL:Last MAX VOL:Max 12V TRIGGER:Off MAIN MENU

The ZONE 2 SETUP menu provides settingsand configuration options related to the op-eration of Zone 2. This menu is reached byhighlighting the ZONE 2 line on the MAINmenu and pressing ENTER.

SOURCE: Specifies a source for listening inZone 2. Options are CD, TUNER, TAPE, VIDEO1–5, SOURCE, and OFF. Selecting theSOURCE option links the Zone 2 source to thesource selected for the main zone so that Zone2 will hear the same source as the main zone.Selecting the OFF option turns Zone 2 off.

VOLUME SETUP: configures the Zone 2outputs for VARIABLE or FIXED volume levels.VARIABLE allows control of the volume settingsin Zone 2 from the RSP-1098 front panel orfrom a remote control/IR repeater in Zone 2.FIXED output disables the Zone 2 volumecontrol. In this mode, the Zone 2 level can befixed at the level specified on the next line,thus optimizing system performance when send-ing a fixed level signal to a preamp or ampli-fier with its own volume adjustment.

VOLUME: In VARIABLE output mode, this lineshows the current volume setting for Zone 2.In FIXED output mode, this volume setting es-tablishes a permanent fixed output level forZone 2.

Move the highlight to the desired line usingthe UP/DOWN buttons and use the +/– but-tons to adjust the volume level. To return to theMAIN menu, press the ENTER button. Pressthe MENU/OSD button on the remote to cancelthe display and return to normal operation.

TURN ON VOL: Specifies a default volumelevel to be used each time Zone 2 is activated.You can select LAST to have Zone 2 activatewith the last previously used volume setting.Or, you specify a volume from MIN (full mute)to MAX, in 1 dB increments. Note that thissetting cannot exceed the MAX VOL establishedin the next line of the menu.

MAX VOL: Specifies a maximum volume levelfor Zone 2. The volume cannot be adjustedabove this level. Settings range from MIN toMAX, in 1dB increments.

12V TRIGGER: The RSP-1098 has four 12Vtrigger outputs that supply a 12V DC signalto turn on Rotel components and other com-ponents as needed. The 12V Trigger labeledZONE2 is assigned to Zone 2 and can senda turn-on signal to remote components when-ever Zone 2 is activated. Select the ON set-ting to have the ZONE2 trigger output sendthe turn-on signal. Select the OFF setting to dis-able the 12V trigger function for Zone 2.

Default Setup

DEFAULT SETUP FACTORY DEFAULT:No USER DEFAULT:No SET USER DEFAULT:No

MAIN MENU

The DEFAULT SETUP menu provides access tothree functions:

• Restore all features and settings to the origi-nal FACTORY DEFAULT settings.

• Memorize a custom group of settings asa USER DEFAULT.

• Activate the memorized USER DEFAULT set-tings.

To restore the FACTORY DEFAULT set-tings: Place the highlight on the FACTORYDEFAULT line using the UP/DOWN buttonsand use the +/– buttons to change the settingto YES. Press the ENTER button to proceed withresetting the FACTORY DEFAULT settings. Theunit will power off and then on, with the fac-tory settings restored. To return to the MAINmenu without resetting the FACTORY DEFAULTsettings, change the entry to NO and pressthe ENTER button.

NOTE: Resetting to factory default settings willerase all stored settings including delay set-tings, speaker settings, balance settings, in-put settings and more. You will lose ALL systemconfiguration settings. Be certain that you wishto do so before resetting the factory defaults.

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To memorize USER DEFAULT settings:Many of the current configuration settings canbe stored as a USER DEFAULT, which can beactivated at any time from this menu screen.To save the current settings as a USER DEFAULT,place the highlight on the SET USER DEFAULTline using the UP/DOWN buttons and use the+/– buttons to change the setting to YES. Pressthe ENTER button to store the new USER DE-FAULT settings. To return to the MAIN menuwithout saving any changes, change all en-tries on the screen to NO and press the EN-TER button.

NOTE: If there is insufficient memory to store aUSER DEFAULT configuration file, the SETUSER DEFAULT option will not be available.

To activate memorized USER DEFAULTsettings: After you have stored a USER DE-FAULT configuration file, you can activate thosesettings at any time by placing the highlighton the USER DEFAULT line using the UP/DOWN buttons. Use the +/– buttons to changethe setting to YES. Press the ENTER button toproceed with activating the USER DEFAULTsettings. To return to the MAIN menu withoutactivating the USER DEFAULT settings, changethe entry to NO and press the ENTER button.

MORE INFORMATION

TroubleshootingThe unit does not turn on.

• Make sure the power cord is plugged intothe rear panel and a live AC wall outlet.

• Make sure the rear panel POWER switchis in the ON position

No sound from any input.

• Make sure that MUTING is off and VOL-UME is turned up. If the TFT screen andthe TV monitor are turned off, the MUTINGcan be on with no visual indication.

• Make sure that preamp outputs are con-nected to a power amplifier and that theamplifier is turned on.

• Make sure source inputs are connected andconfigured correctly.

No sound from digital sources.

• Make sure that digital input connector isassigned to the proper source input andthat the source input is configured to usethe digital input rather than an analog input.

• Check the configuration of the DVD playerto ensure that the bitstream and/or DTSdigital output is activated.

No sound from some speakers.

• Check all power amp and speaker con-nections.

• Check Speaker Configuration settings inthe Setup menus.

No video output on TV monitor.

• Make sure that the TV monitor is connectedproperly. Component video outputs cansend any type of signal to the TV. Com-posite video connections can only sendvideo from composite sources and S-Videoconnections can only send video fromS-Video sources.

• Make sure the NTSC/PAL switch is setproperly.

No video or distorted video on TFTscreen.

• Make sure that a composite video sourceis selected for display on the TFT screen.The TFT screen cannot display S-Video orComponent Video signals.

• When progressive scan video from a DVDplayer is being received at the ComponentVideo inputs, the composite video signalfrom the DVD player may be corrupted.

OSD menus are not displayed on TVMonitor or TFT screen.

• Go to Setup menus and configure OSDmenus to be displayed on the TV monitorand/or the TFT screen.

• In some PAL systems, the menus may notbe displayed unless there is an active videosignal. Use the TFT screen for menu opera-tion.

• When using progressive scan video sig-nals, make sure that the progressive modeis set to YES in the Display Options setupmenu. This allows the display of the mainsetup OSD menus on the TV monitor byinterrupting the progressive scan videosignal and restoring it after the OSD menusare cancelled. The temporary informationscreens (such as volume, etc.) cannot bedisplayed on the TV monitor when progres-sive scan signals are being used.


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Video and Audio do not match.

• Check that the proper video source is se-lected for each input.

• Check that the group delay (lip-synch) settingis not misadjusted.

Clicking or popping sounds whenswitching inputs.

• The unit uses relay switching to preservemaximum sound quality. The mechanicalclicking of the relays is normal.

• During switching, it may take a split sec-ond for digital signals to be recognizedand properly decoded. Rapid repeatedswitching between inputs or settings canresult in clicks or pops from the speakersas the unit attempts to lock on to the rap-idly changing signals. This causes no harm.

Controls do not operate.

• Make sure that fresh batteries are installedin the remote.

• Make sure that the IR sensor on the frontpanel is not blocked. Aim the remote atthe sensor.

• Make sure the sensor is not receiving strongIR light (sunlight, halogen lighting, etc.)

• Unplug the unit from the AC outlet, wait30 seconds, and plug it back in to reset.

SpecificationsAudioTotal Harmonic Distortion<0.05%

Intermodulation Distortion (60 Hz:7 kHz)<0.05%

Frequency Response10 Hz – 120 kHz, ±3 dB (analog bypass)10 Hz – 95 kHz, ±3 dB (digital input)

Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF A-weighted)95 dB (analog bypass)92 dB (Dolby Digital, dts) 0dBFs

Input Sensitivity/ImpedanceLine Level: 200 mV/100K ohms

Preamp Output Level/Output Impedance1.0 V / 250 ohms

Contour (LF/HF)±6 dB at 50 Hz/15 kHz

Decodable Digital Input Signals

Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, DTS, DTS-ES,DTS 96/24, LPCM (up to 192K), HDCD, MP3,MPEG Multichannel

VideoFrequency Response3 Hz – 10 MHz, ± 3 dB (Composite, S-Video)3 Hz – 100 MHz, ± 3 dB (Component Video)

note: TFT screen displays Composite Video signalsonly.

Signal to Noise Ratio45 dB

Input Impedance75 ohms

Output Impedance75 ohms

Output Level1.0 volt

General

Power Consumption:70 watts (normal)60 watts (TFT screen off)7.5 watts (standby)

Power Requirements (AC)115 volts, 60Hz (USA version)230 volts, 50Hz (CE version)

Weight15.7 Kg/34.6 lb.

Dimensions (W x H x D)432 x 164 x 435 mm17.01" x 6.46" x 17.13"

Front Panel Height(feet removed for rack mount)150 mm / 5.91"

When sizing openings in custom cabinets, measurethe unit to be installed and/or allow at least 1 mmclearance on all sides for unit to unit tolerances.

All specifications are accurate at the time ofprinting. Rotel reserves the right to make improve-ments without notice.

Rotel and the Rotel HiFi logo are registeredtrademarks of The Rotel Co, Ltd., Tokyo, Japan.

English

The Rotel Co. Ltd.10-10 Shinsen-Cho

Shibuya-KuTokyo 150-0045

JapanPhone: +81 3-5458-5325Fax: +81 3-5458-5310

Rotel of America54 Concord Street

North Reading, MA 01864-2699USA

Phone: +1 978-664-3820Fax: +1 978-664-4109

Rotel EuropeDale Road

Worthing, West Sussex BN11 2BHEngland

Phone: +44 (0)1903 221600Fax: +44 (0)1903 221525

Rotel DeutschlandKleine Heide 12

D-33790 Halle/Westf.Germany

Phone: +49 05201-87170Fax: +49 05201-73370

www.rotel.com

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Documents

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