Rotel RC-06 User Manual

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Remote Sensor 
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The Remote Sensor picks up the infrared 
signals from the remote control. Do not cover 
or block the sensor. It must be unobstructed or 
the remote control will not work properly. The 
operation of the Remote Sensor can also be 
affected if it is exposed to bright light, particu-
larly sunlight. Certain types of lighting, such 
as halogen lights, that emit a fair amount of 
infrared light, can also interfere with proper 
operation. In addition remote control functions 
may not work reliably if the batteries in the 
RR-AT94 are weak.
A Few Precautions
WARNING:
 To avoid potential damage to 
your system, turn off ALL the components in 
the system when connecting or disconnect-
ing the loudspeakers or any associated com-
ponents. Do not turn the system components 
back on until you are sure all the connec-
tions are correct and secure. Pay particular 
attention to the speaker wires. There must 
be no loose strands that could contact the 
other speaker wires, or the chassis of the 
amplifier.  
Please read this manual carefully. It provides 
information on how to incorporate the RC-06 
into your system as well as information that 
will help you get optimum sound performance. 
Please contact your authorized Rotel dealer 
for answers to any questions you might have. 
In addition, all of us at Rotel welcome your 
questions and comments. 
Save the RC-06 shipping carton and all en-
closed packing material for future use. Shipping 
or moving the RC-06 in anything other than 
the original packing material may result in 
severe damage to your amplifi er.
Fill out and send in the owner’s registration 
card packed with the RC-06. Also be sure 
to keep the original sales receipt. It is your 
best record of the date of purchase, which 
you will need in the event warranty service is 
ever required.
Placement
Like all audio components that handle low-
level signals, the RC-06 can be affected by 
its environment. Avoid placing the RC-06 on 
top of other components. Also avoid routing 
audio signal cables near power cords. This 
will minimize the chance it will pick up hum 
or interference. 
The RC-06 generates heat as part of its normal 
operation. The heat sinks and ventilation open-
ings in the amplifi er are designed to dissipate 
this heat. The ventilation slots in the top cover 
must be open. There should be 10 cm (4 inches) 
of clearance around the chassis, and reason-
able airfl ow through the installation location, 
to prevent the amplifi er from overheating. 
Remember the weight of the amplifi er when 
you select an installation location. Make sure 
that the shelf or cabinet can support it. We 
recommend installing the RC-06 in furniture 
designed to house audio components. Such 
furniture is designed to reduce or suppress 
vibration which can adversely affect sound 
quality. Ask your authorized Rotel dealer for 
advice about component furniture and proper 
installation of audio components.
Cables
Be sure to keep the power cords, digital signal 
cables and regular audio signal cables in 
your installation away from each other. This 
will minimize the chance of the regular audio 
signal cables picking up noise or interference 
from the power cords or digital cables. Using 
only high quality, shielded cables will also help 
to prevent noise or interference from degrad-
ing the sound quality of your system. If you 
have any questions see your authorized Rotel 
dealer for advice about the best cable to use 
with your system.
AC Power and Control 
AC Power Input 
y
   
The RC-06 does not draw high levels of current 
from the power outlet. However, whenever pos-
sible, it should be plugged directly into a 2-pin 
polarized wall outlet. Do not use an extension 
cord. A heavy duty multi-tap power outlet strip 
may be used if it (and the wall outlet) can handle 
the current demanded by the RC-06 and all 
the other components connected to it. 
Your RC-06 is confi gured at the factory for the 
proper AC line voltage in the country where 
you purchased it (either 120 volts AC or 230 
volts AC with a line frequency of either 50 Hz 
or 60 Hz). The AC line confi guration is noted 
on a decal on the back panel.
NOTE:
 Should you move your RC-06 
amplifier to another country, it is possible 
to reconfigure it for use on a different line 
voltage. Do not attempt to perform this 
conversion yourself. Opening the enclosure 
of the RC-06 exposes you to dangerous 
voltages. Consult a qualified service person 
or the Rotel factory service department for 
information.
If you are going to be away from home for an 
extended period of time such as a month-long 
vacation, it is a sensible precaution to unplug 
your amplifi er (as well as other audio and video 
components) while you are away.
Power/Standby Switch 
1o
 
and Power Indicator 
2
The Power Indicator light above the Standby  
button is lit whenever the RC-06 is connected 
to a live AC outlet. When the front panel 
Standby button or the remote control Power 
button is pressed the RC-06 is turned on. When 
the RC-06 is on the Function indicator and 
the Volume control are illuminated. Pressing 
either button again puts the RC-06 in standby 
mode and turns off the Volume and Function 
illumination.
See the “12V Trigger Outlet” section for more 
information on ways you may be able to turn 
on and off other components in your system 
along with the RC-06.
RC-06
 
Stereo Control Amplifier