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Preamp Outputs
The RA-1070 has two sets of preamp outputs.
The signal from the source selected with the
Listening Selector buttons is always available
from these outputs. Typically these outputs are
used to provide a signal to another integrated
amplifier or power amplifier, which is used
to drive remote speakers. Or they may be used
to provide signals to a surround sound pro-
cessor or other signal processing component.
Speaker Outputs and
Speaker Selector Switch
[See Figure 4 for speaker connec-
tion illustration.]
The RA-1070 has two sets of speaker outputs,
labeled “A”
and “B” . The speaker out-
puts are controlled by the Speaker Selector
switch
on the front panel.
Speaker Selection
If only one set of speakers will be used at any
given time, the speakers may have an imped-
ance as low as 4 ohms. If there are times when
both the A and B speakers will be used, all
the speakers should have an impedance of
8 ohms or more. Speaker impedance ratings
are less than precise. In practice, very few loud-
speakers will present any problems for the
RA-1070. See your authorized Rotel dealer
if you have any questions.
Speaker Wire Selection
Use insulated two-conductor stranded wire to
connect the RA-1070 to the speakers. The size
and quality of the wire can have an audible
effect on the performance of the system. Stan-
dard speaker wire will work, but can result
in lower output or diminished bass response,
particularly over longer distances. In general,
heavier wire will improve the sound. For best
performance, you may want to consider spe-
cial high-quality speaker cables. Your autho-
rized Rotel dealer can help in the selection
of cables for your system.
Polarity and Phasing
The polarity – the positive/negative orienta-
tion of the connections – for every speaker
and amplifier connection must be consistent
so all the speakers will be in phase. If the po-
larity of one connection is reversed, bass output
will be very weak and stereo imaging de-
graded. All wire is marked so you can iden-
tify the two conductors. There may be ribs or
a stripe on the insulation of one conductor.
The wire may have clear insulation with dif-
ferent color conductors (copper and silver).
There may be polarity indications printed on
the insulation. Identify the positive and negative
conductors and be consistent with every
speaker and amplifier connection.
Speaker Connection
Turn off all the components in the system be-
fore connecting the speakers. The RA-1070 has
color-coded binding post type speaker connec-
tors on the back panel (except in European Com-
munity countries where their use is not permit-
ted). These connectors accept bare wire, con-
nector lugs, or dual banana type connectors.
Route the wire from the RA-1070 to the speak-
ers. Give yourself enough slack so you can
move the components to allow access to the
speaker connectors. If you are using dual
banana plugs, connect them to the wires and
then plug into the backs of the binding posts.
The thumbscrews of the binding posts should
be screwed in all the way (clockwise).
If you are using terminal lugs, connect them
to the wires. If you are attaching bare wires
directly to the binding posts, separate the wire
conductors and strip the insulation from the
end of each conductor. Be careful not to cut
into the wire strands. Unscrew (turn counter-
clockwise) the binding post thumbscrews. Place
the connector lug or wire around the bind-
ing post shaft. Turn the thumbscrews clock-
wise to clamp the connector lug or wire firmly
in place.
NOTE: Be sure there are no loose wire
strands that could touch adjacent wires or
connectors.
IR Inputs and Outputs
External Remote Input
This 3.5 mm mini-jack (labeled EXT REM IN)
receives command codes from an industry-
standard infrared receivers (Xantech, etc.)
located in the main listening room. This fea-
ture is useful when the unit is installed in a
cabinet and the front-panel sensor is blocked.
Consult your authorized Rotel dealer for in-
formation on external receivers and the proper
wiring of a jack to fit the mini-jack receptacle.
NOTE: The IR signals from the EXTERNAL
REMOTE IN jack can be relayed to source
components using external IR emitters or
hardwired connections from the IR OUT
jacks.
IR Output
The IR OUT 1 and 2 jacks send IR signals re-
ceived at the EXTERNAL REM IN jack to an
infrared emitter placed in front of a source
component or to Rotel CD players, cassette
decks, or tuners with a compatible rear panel
IR connector.
This output is used to allow IR signals to pass
along IR signals from a remote control when
the sensors on the source components are
blocked by installation in a cabinet.
See your authorized Rotel dealer for informa-
tion on IR repeater systems.
NOTE: The EXT REM IN jack located next
to the these jacks is for use with an external
IR sensor duplicating the front panel IR sen-
sor and located in the primary zone.
12 Volt Trigger Outlet
Some audio components can be turned on
automatically when they receive a 12V turn
on “signal”. The 12V Trigger Outputs of the
RA-1070 provide the required signal. Con-
nect compatible components to the RA-1070
with a conventional 1/8” miniplug cable.
When the RA-1070 is in Standby mode, the
trigger signal is interupted, so the components
controlled by it are turned off.
RA-1070 Stereo Integrated Amplifier