Rotel RX 855 OM

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AM/FM STEREO RECEIVER RX-855

INTRODUCTION

We at Hotel want to thank you for purchasing our audio
product.

Hotel audio products are designed to use the latest electronic
technology. and they incorporate our long experience as a
specialist manufacturer of audio equipment. We are confi-
dent that you will find satisfaction in the high quality sound
and top performance. and that you will find pleasure in the
functional beauty achieved through human-engineering con-
cept. Before starting operation, please read this instruction
manual thoroughly and acquaint yourself with the proper
mode of using the unit and all its connections.

We hope you will anioy top-notch performance for many
years to come.

BEFORE ENJOYMENT/POWER SUPPLY

Follow the instructions below for maximum safety:

1. Use a wall outlet for power supply

Be sure to connect the AC line cord directly to a household
wall outlet, and not to an auxiliary outlet on another com-
ponent. Be certain that the outlet voltage matches the elec-
trical rating of the unit, found on the rear panel name plate.
2. Connecting and removing AC cord

Be sure to connect or disconnect the AC line cord only after
turning off the power switch to prevent possible shock noise
or damage to the speakers.

3. Ventllete the unit well

Never block any ventilation holes at the top and bottom of
the unit. Be sure also to provide ample ventilation space
around the unit. Poor ventilation may result in damage due
to excesssive heat.

4. Do not open the cabinet

In order to avoid electric shock or damage to the component,
never open the cabinet. If a foreign object falls inside the unit
by mistake, turn the power off, disconnect the wall plug, and
consult a qualified electrician or your dealer.

5. Installation

Be sure to place the unit in a level and flat place where it
is free from humidity, vibration, high temperature and not
exposed to direct sunlight. Be careful not to place the unit
in a highly enclosed place such as near a wall or on a
bookshelf. A poor ventilation will cause undesirable effects
to the unit.

6. Moving the unit

When transporting, remove the AC cord from the wall outlet
and all other connected cords on the rear panel to prevent
wire breakage and short circuits.

7. If the unit gets wet

If the unit should get wet. immediately disconnect the AC
cord, and consult your dealer or a qualified electrician.

8. Cleaning and maintenance

Do not use chemicals such as benzine or thinners on the front
panel. Always use a soft. dry cloth to clean the unit.

9. Owner'a manual

Keep the owner's manual near the unit, and record the serial
number (found on the rear panel) on the cover.

SPEAKERS

Use speaker systems with impedance ratings of 4-16 ohms,
when you hook up 2 sets of speaker systems, be sure to
speakers with ratings of 8-16 ohms. Before hooking up your
speaker system, check its impedance, which should be inv
dicated either on the back of the speaker. or in the speaker
instruction manual.

HOOKING UP SPEAKERS

On the rear panel of the RX-B 55 are two sets of speaker ter-
minals, DIRECT" and "REMOTE, to which two speaker
systems may be connected. Connect the speaker leads of
the right-hand speaker to terminals RIGHT. and the speaker
leads of the lefthand speaker to terminals LEFT. Make sure
that the " + " speaker lead is connected to the " + " terminal,
and the "-" lead to the "-" terminal.

Strip 1.0cm (3/8") of the polyvinyl chloride insulation from
the end of each speaker lead. Twist the exposed strands
tightly, and secure the end with a touch of solder.

Note: When only one pair of speakers is used. be sure to con-
nect them to DIRECT terminals, which is straight-path",
so headphone circuit is not connected. If wish to listen to
headphone and privately. connect the remote speaker ter-
minals and use the speaker remote button on front panel to
turn speaker off.

EXCLUSIVE NOTE FOR U.K.
If your unit comes With a 2~core cable Without a plug, make
certain live and neutral leads are connected to the proper ter-
rninals. 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 Iollowmg coda:

BLUE: NEUTRAL

BROWN: LIVE
As the colours of the wrres 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.