Rotel RD 945AX OM

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HOTEL-11715

STEREO CASSETTE TAPE DECK

RD-945AX *

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WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OH MOISTURE.

Write your SERIAL NUMBER here.
The number is located near the name
plate on the rear paneL

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SAFETY INSTRUCTION

1. Read lnstructions- All the safety and operating In-
structions should be read before the appliance ls
operated.

2. Retain Instructions- The safety and operating Instruc-
tions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings-All warnings on the appliance and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow lnstructions- All operating and use Instruc-
tions should be followed.

5. Water and Moisture- The appliance should not be
used near water -- for example, near a bathtub, washbowi
kitchen sink, laundry tub, In a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, and the like.

6. Carts and Stands-the ap- PORTABLE CART
pliance should be used only with a WARNING

cart or stand that is recommended
by the manufacturer.

6A. An appliance and cart com-
bination should be moved with
care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause
the appliance and cart combina-
tion to overturn.

7. Wall or Ceilling Mounting - The appliance should be
mounted to a wall or ceilling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.

8. Ventilation-The appilance should be situated so that
its location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation.For example. the appliance should not be
situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may
blockthe ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in instal-
lation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the
flow of air through the ventilation openings.

9. Heat- The appliance should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

10. Power Sources- The appliance should be connected
to a power supply only of the type described In the operat-
ing instructions or as marked on the appliance.

11. Grounding or Polarization- The precautions that
should be taken so that the grounding or polarization
means of an appliance is not defeated.

12. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should
be routed so that thay are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience recep-
tacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
13. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.

14. Nonuse Periods- The power cord of the appliance
should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for
a long period of time.

15. Object and Liquid Entry- Care should be taken so
that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the
enclosure through openings.

16. Damage Requiring Service- The appliance should
be serviced by qualified factory authorized service person-
nel when:

A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
or

B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
appliance; or

C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or

D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; or

E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.

17. Servicing -- The user should not attempt to service the
appliance beyond that described in the operating instruc-
tions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified
factory authorized service personnel.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or
moisture

6 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHIICK
I10 NOT DPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (0R BACK). NO USER~SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING T0 QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

o Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead sym-
bol,within an equilateral triangle,is in-
tended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"
within the products enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equi-
lateral triangle is intended to alertthe user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance(servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the ap-
pliance.

EXCLUSIVE NOTE FOR U.K.

If your unit comes with a 2-core mains lead without a
plug, neither core is to be connected to the earth
terminal of a three pin plug, make certain that they are
connected, according to the following instruction, to
the proper terminals. Check that the terminals are
screwed down firmly and no loose strands of wire are
present.

IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:

BLUE: NEUTRAL

BROWN: LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals In your plug
proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
coloured BLUE or BLACK. The wire which Is coloured
BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is

marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED.

ENGLISH

STEREO CASSETTE TAPE DECK RD-945AX

A WORD FROM ROTEL

Rotei take this opportunity to thank you for choosing our
equipment for your home entertainment.

Rotel equipment represents a very high state of the an in
sound reproduction, as the result of our everlasting deter-
mi- nation to achieve the truly hi-fi performance. Please
enjoy the sound Rotel have created for many years to
come.

To make sure you get the most of your equipment, please
read this owner's manual carefully before you attempt any
connections.

BEFORE CONNECTION

1. Place for Installation

Ensure to place the unit in aflat surface where it is free from
humidity, vibration, high temperature and not exposed to
direct sunlight. Also, be careful not to place the unit In a
highly enclosed area without adequate ventilation around
the unit.

2. Electrical Requirements

Your equipment has been designed to be powered by the
local AC voltage. Check the setting of your unit by looking
at the rear panel name plate. Never try to plug the unit into
an outlet of higher voltage, as this causes a serious fire
hazard. Consult your dealer If in doubt.

3. Connecting the Power Cord

Always handle the Power cord with care. Ensure to con-
nect the cord to the household wall outlet. When plugging
and unplugging make sure the power switch on the unit is
turned off.

4. Do not Open the Cabinet

There are no user-serviceable parts inside the cabinet of
the unit. Do not attempt to open the cabinet or tamper with
the Internal components. if water or foreign object falls
Inside the unit by accidents, disconnect the power cord
immediately and consult a qualified electrician of your
dealer.

5. Cleaning Your Unit

If your unit becomes dirty, wipe it gently with a soft, dry
cloth. Never use solvents of any kind.

CONNECTIONS
Connecting to Integrated Amplifiers, Preamplifiers or

Receivers
no~945Ax

output INPUT

AMPLIFIER

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The illustration shows how the input and output terminals
should be properly hooked up via the interconnect cords
supplied with the unit to the Tape Input and output ter-
minals of your amplifier ( integrated amplifier, preamplifier
or receiver).

Ensure that the Right (red) and the Left (white) channels
are correctly matched.

SPECIAL FACILITIES

1. Automatic Shutoff System

When either end of tape Is reached in play, record, fast
forward, or rewind mode, the motor and transport
mechanism will automatically shut off, disengaging the
present mode.

NOTE: it is still necessary to turn off the unit electrically by
pressing the Power button to off.

2. Automatic Tape Selection System

The unit is equipped with the automatic tape selection
facility which elelmlnates the need of manual tape selec-
tors. When a tape is inserted, the setting for correct
equalization and biasing In accordance to the type of the
tape will be automatically done and Indicators show what
type of tape is inserted.

CASSETTE TAPES

1. Use only high quality tapes for best possible result in
sound recording. The good or better qualityTDK, MAXELL,
etc. well known tapes are recommended.

2. To prevent possible trouble with the transport
mechanism, the use of 6-120 or longer hour tapes Is not
recommended.

3. Handle tapes with care. Keep them away from heat, dust,
or magnetic field (TV set etc.).

4. Each tape has safety tabs on Its back edge prevent
accidental recording. Each tab is provided for one side (2
tracks) of the tape. Once the tab Is removed, recording
cannot be done on the side the tab has been taken out.
The tab can be removed with a screwdriver, etc. if you wish,
however, to record on the side with no tab, place a piece
of adhesive tape, etc. over the opening where the tab has
been.

5. A loosened tape may cause trouble in playback or
recording. Check the tape before loading It into the deck.
If It is slack, Insert a pencil or the into either of cassette's
hubs, and rotate it carefully until the slack Is taken up.