Rotel RCD-1572MKII User manual

Owner’s Manual
Manuel de l’utilisateur
Bedienungsanleitung
Manual de Instrucciones
Gebruikershandleiding
Manuale di istruzioni
Instruktionsbok
Инструкция пользователя
RCD-1572MKII
Stereo Compact Disc Player
Lecteur de disques compacts stéréo
Stereo-CD-Player
Reproductor de Discos Compactos
Stereo cd-speler
Lettore CD
CD-spelare
СD-проигрыватель
POWE R
RCD -1572MKII
RANDOM
REPEAT TIME

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Rotel products are designed to comply with international directives on the Restriction
of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment and the
disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). The crossed wheelie
bin symbol indicates compliance and that the products must be appropriately
recycled or processed in accordance with these directives.
This symbol means that this unit is double insulated. An earth connection is not
required.
POWER
RCD-1572 MKII
RANDOM
REPEAT TIME
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2. DANGER: Visible laser radiation when open and interlock failed
or bypassed. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside the player; leave all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fires, etc.:
1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
3. Do not touch the power cord or plug with wet hands.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
APPAREIL LASER
DE CLASSE 1
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Pin Assignments
Balanced Audio (3 pole XLR):
Pin 1: Ground / Screen
Pin 2: In phase / +ve / Hot
Pin 3: Out of phase / -ve / Cold

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Notice
The RS232 connection should be handled by authorized persons only.
WARNING: There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to moisture or water. Do
not expose the unit to dripping or splashing. Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
unit. Do not allow foreign objects to get into the enclosure. If the unit is exposed to moisture, or a foreign
object gets into the enclosure, immediately disconnect the power cord from the wall. Take the unit to a
qualified service person for inspection and necessary repairs.
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other.A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.The wide blade
or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged
in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
The apparatus should be used in non tropical climate.
The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers,
table-cloths, curtains, etc.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
Touching uninsulated terminals or wiring may result in an unpleasant sensation.
You must allow a minimum 10 cm or 4 inches of unobstructed clearance around the unit.
WARNING: The rear panel power cord connector is the mains power disconnect device. The device must
be located in an open area that allows access to the cord connector.
Theunitmustbeconnectedtoapowersupplyonlyofthetypeandvoltagespecifiedontherearpanel.(USA:120V/60Hz,
EC: 230V/50Hz)
Connect the component to the power outlet only with the supplied power supply cable or an exact equivalent.
Do not modify the supplied cable. Do not use extension cords.
The mains plug is the disconnect of the unit. In order to completely disconnect the unit from the supply mains,
remove the main plug from the unit and the AC power outlet. This is the only way to completely remove mains
power from the unit.
The batteries in the remote control shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the
like. Batteries should be recycled or disposed as per state and local guidelines.
FCC Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or 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 which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for additional help.
Caution
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following to conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause interference to radio or TV
communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the unit and the television tuner.
• Connect the unit to an AC power outlet on a different electrical circuit.
• Consult your authorized Rotel retailer for assistance.
Important Safety Instructions

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Figure 1: Controls and Connections Bedieningselementen en aansluitingen
Commandes et Branchements Controlli e connessioni
Bedienelemente und Anschlüsse Kontroller och anslutningar
Controles y Conexiones Органы управления и разъемы

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RR-D99
PROGRNDRPT TIME
MENU
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Figure 2 : RR-D99 Remote Control
Télécommande infrarouge RR-D99
Fernbedienung RR-D99
Mando a Distancia RR-D99
Afstandsbediening RR-D99
Telecomando RR-D99
RR-D99 fjärrkontroll
Пульт ДУ RR-D99

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Rotel RCD-1572MKII
Rotel RA-1572MKII
Figure 3 : Analog RCA Outputs Connection
Connexion Sorties analogiques RCA
Analoge RCA Ausgänge Anschluss
Conexión de Salidas Analógicas RCA
Analoge RCA uitgangen aansluiting
Connessione di uscite audio analogiche RCA
Analoga RCA utgångar anslutning
Аналогового RCA выхода соединения

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Rotel RCD-1572MKII
Rotel RA-1572MKII
Figure 4 : Balanced Outputs Connection
Connexion Sorties symétriques
Symmetrische Ausgänge Anschluss
Conexión de Salidas Balanceadas
Gebalanceerde uitgangen aansluiting
Connessione di uscite audio bilanciate
Balanserade utgångar anslutning
БАЛАНСНЫЕ ВЫХОДЫ СОЕДИНЕНИЯ

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Rotel RCD-1572MKII
Rotel RA-1572MKII
Figure 5 : Digital Output Connection
Connexion Sortie numérique
Digitalausgang Anschluss
Conexión de Salida Digitale
Digitale uitgangsaansluiting
Connessione di uscita digitale
Digitala utgångsanslutningen
Подключение цифровые выходы

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Important Notes
When making connections be sure to:
4Turn off all the components in the system before hooking up any components, including loudspeakers.
4Turn off all components in the system before changing any of the connections to the system.
Remarques importantes
Pendant les branchements, assurez-vous que :
4Tous les maillons sont éteints avant leur branchement, quels qu’ils soient, y compris les enceintes acoustiques.
4Éteignez tous les maillons avant de modier quoi que ce soit au niveau de leurs branchements, quels qu’ils soient.
Wichtige Hinweise
Achten Sie beim Herstellen der Verbindungen auf Folgendes:
4Schalten Sie alle Komponenten im System ab, bevor Sie Geräte (einschließlich Lautsprecher) anschließen.
4Schalten Sie alle Komponenten im System ab, bevor Sie Anschlüsse im System verändern.
Notas Importantes
Cuando realice las conexiones, asegúrese de que:
4Desactiva todos los componentes del equipo, cajas acústicas incluidas, antes de conectar cualquier nuevo componente en el mismo.
4Desactiva todos los componentes del equipo antes de cambiar cualquier conexión del mismo.
Héél belangrijk
Bij het maken van de verbindingen:
4Zorg dat niet alleen de RCD-1572MKII, maar de gehele installatie uitstaat, als nog niet alle verbindingen gemaakt zijn.
4Zorg dat niet alleen de RCD-1572MKII, maar de gehele installatie ook uitstaat, als u verbindingen gaat wijzigen.
Note importanti
Quando effettuate i collegamenti assicuratevi di:
4Spegnere tutti i componenti del sistema prima di collegare qualsiasi componente, inclusi i diffusori.
4Spegnere tutti i componenti del sistema prima di modicare qualsiasi connessione nel sistema.
Viktigt
Tänk på följande när du gör anslutningar:
4Stäng av alla apparater i anläggningen innan du ansluter nya komponenter eller högtalare.
4Stäng av alla apparater i anläggningen innan du ändrar någon anslutning.
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About Rotel
Our story began over 60 years ago. Over the decades, we have received
hundreds of awards for our products and satised hundreds of thousands
of people who take their entertainment seriously – like you!
Rotel was founded by a family whose passionate interest in music led them
to manufacture high-delity components of uncompromising quality. Through
the years, that passion has remained undiminished and the family goal of
providing exceptional value for audiophiles and music lovers, regardless
of their budget, is shared by all Rotel employees.
Rotel’s engineers work as a close team, listening to, and ne tuning, each
new product until it reaches their exacting musical standards. They are
free to choose components from around the world in order to make that
product the best they can. You are likely to nd capacitors from the United
Kingdom and Germany, semiconductors from Japan or the United States,
while toroidal power transformers are manufactured in Rotel’s own factory.
We all have concerns about our environment. And, as more and more
electronics are produced it is especially important for a manufacturer to do all
it can to engineer products that have a minimum impact on the environment.
At Rotel, we are proud to do our part. We have reduced the lead content
in our products by using special lead-free ROHS solder and components.
Our engineers continually strive to improve power supply efciency without
compromise to quality. When in standby mode Rotel products use minimal
power to meet global Standby Power Consumption requirements.
The Rotel factory is also doing their part to help the environment through
constant improvements to product assembly methods for a cleaner and
greener manufacturing processes.
All of us at Rotel thank you for buying this product. We are sure it will bring
you many years of enjoyment.
About the RCD-1572MKII
Simply stated, the unit is designed to do one thing—deliver the most detailed,
nuanced sound from every disc. The unit will faithfully reproduce all that is
recorded on the disc. While the unit was under development, the design team
went far beyond the usual measurable technical performance characteristics.
Listening panels spent hundreds of hours ne tuning the audio performance,
choosing the components that produced the best sound, that would “release
the emotion in the music”. Whatever the artist and recording engineers put
on the disc, the unit will deliver.
That said, the unit does feature some impressive hardware. Digital to Analog
conversion is processed with a state of the art Texas Instruments 32 bit DAC.
All this, combined with Rotel’s Balanced Design, ensures the unit will deliver
the highest level of audio performance. When used in a high-quality audio
system, your Rotel CD player will provide years of enjoyment.
Contents
Important Safety Instructions ..........................................3
Figure 1: Controls and Connections 4
Figure 2: RR-D99 Remote Control 5
Figure 3: Analog RCA Outputs Connection 6
Figure 4: Balanced Outputs Connection 7
Figure 5: Digital Output and 12V Trigger Connection 8
Important Notes 9
About Rotel ......................................................10
About the RCD-1572MKII............................................10
Getting Started ...................................................11
A Few Precautions 11
Placement 11
Control Identication 11
AC Power and Control ..............................................11
AC Power Input i11
Power Switch and Power Indicator 1A11
11 V Trigger Connection u11
Output Connections ................................................11
Analog Outputs w11
Digital Output e12
Operation .......................................................12
Infrared Remote Control =12
Display 512
Disc Tray q 12
Transport Control Buttons............................................12
EJECT Button 7E12
PLAY Button 6E12
STOP Button 8E12
PAUSE Button 9E12
TRACK Buttons -J12
DIRECT ACCESS Buttons D12
SEARCH Buttons 0F12
Additional Features ................................................13
PROGRAM Button G13
RANDOM Button 3G13
REPEAT Button 2G13
TIME Button 4G13
RS232 r.......................................................13
Rotel Link t.....................................................13
EXT REM IN Jack y...............................................13
Remote Control Advanced Buttons......................................13
MENU Button H13
DIM Button C14
Troubleshooting ...................................................14
Power Indicator Is Not Illuminated 14
Fuse Replacement 14
No Sound 14
Specications.....................................................14

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Getting Started
A Few Precautions
WARNING: To avoid potential damage to your system, turn off ALL
the components in the system when connecting or disconnecting the
loudspeakers or any associated components. Do not turn the system
components back on until you are sure all the connections are correct
and secure.
Please read this manual carefully. In addition to installation and operating
instructions, it provides valuable information on various unit system
congurations as well as general information that will help you get optimum
performance from your system. 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 shipping carton and all enclosed packing material for future use.
Shipping or moving the unit in anything other than the original packing
material may result in severe damage to your unit.
If included in the box please complete the owner’s registration card or
register on line. 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 required.
Placement
Use common sense when placing the unit in a cabinet or when stacking
other equipment. Make sure that the shelf or cabinet can support its weight.
Do not stack heavy components on top of the unit. Avoid placing the unit
where it may be subject to excessive heat such as on top of a large power
amplier or near a heat register. For best performance, avoid placing the
unit where it may be subject to vibration, such as near a speaker.
Control Identication
This manual shows illustrations of the front and rear panels and the RR-D99
remote control. Each item in the illustrations is identied with a call out.
Through out this manual the items referred to in the text are identied by the
corresponding call out. The items on the front and rear panels are identied
with a number call out, such as 1. The items on the remote control are
labeled with a letter call out, such as A.
AC Power and Control
AC Power Input i
Your unit is congured at the factory for the proper AC voltage in the
country where you purchased it (either 120 volts or 230 volts). The AC line
conguration is noted on a decal on the back panel.
NOTE: Should you move your CD player to another country, it may
be possible to reconfigure it for use on a different line voltage. Do not
attempt to perform this conversion yourself. Opening the enclosure of
the unit exposes you to dangerous voltages. Consult a qualified service
person or the Rotel factory service department for information.
NOTE: Some products are intended for sale in more than one country
and as such are supplied with more than one AC cord. Please use only
the cord appropriate for your country/region.
RCD-1572MKII should be plugged directly into a polarized wall outlet using
the supplied cable or other high current compatible cable as recommended
by your authorized Rotel dealer. Do not use an extension cord.
Be sure the power switch on the front panel of the unit is turned off (in the
“out” position). Then, connect the supplied power cord to the AC power
receptacle on the rear of the unit and the AC power outlet.
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 CD
player (as well as other audio and video components) while you are away.
Power Switch and POWER Indicator 1A
Press the front panel Power Switch button, to turn the unit on. The Power
Indicator light is illuminated when the unit is on. Press Power Switch button
again to turn the unit off.
When the power switch is in the ON position, the remote control ON
and OFF buttons may be used to activate the RCD-1572MKII or put it in
Standby mode. In Standby mode the power LED remains illuminated, but
the display is turned off.
NOTE: If you are using a switched outlet to turn on and off your CD
player, you should leave the power switch in the “ON” position. When
AC power is applied to the unit, it will power up in fully active mode.
12V Trigger Connection u
See Figure 5
The unit can be activated by a 12 volt trigger signal. The trigger input accepts
any control signal (AC or DC) ranging from 3 volts to 30 volts. When a
cable is connected to the 12V input and a trigger signal is present, the CD
Player is activated. When the trigger signal is turned off, the unit goes into
standby mode. The front panel power indicator will remain illuminated, but
the display goes dark and the unit will not operate.
NOTE: When using the 12V Trigger feature, leave the POWER button
in the ON position.
Output Connections
The RCD-1572MKII unit gives you a choice of two different kinds of output
connections — an analog outputs signal from the built-in D/A converter for
use with conventional analog audio components and a coax digital output
which provides an unprocessed digital data signal for use with outboard
D/A converters or digital processors.
NOTE: To prevent loud noises that could damage your speakers, turn
off all the system components when you make any signal connections.
Analog Outputs w
See Figure 3 and 4
A pair of standard RCA jacks and XLR balanced connectors supplies an
analog output signal from the RCD-1572MKII to the source inputs of an
audio preamplier, integrated amplier, or receiver. You should choose only
one method of analog connection from the RCD-1572MKII. Do not connect
both the RCA and XLR at the same time.
Select high quality audio interconnect cables. Connect the left and right
channel outputs of the RCD-1572MKII to the corresponding inputs on the
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in the display, along with the PLAY indicator. Normally, the disc will start
playing with the rst track. However, you can select a different track using the
TRACK buttons or the DIRECT ACCESS buttons (see below) before pressing
the PLAY button uto start playing a different selection.
STOP Button 8E
Press the STOP button once to stop disc play. Press the PLAY button u
to resume disc play where it was stopped. If the STOP button is pressed
twice, disc play stops, the display shows STOP indicator. When the PLAY
button uis pressed after pressing the STOP button twice, the disc begins
playing from the rst track or the rst programmed track in PROGRAM
mode (see below).
PAUSE Button 9E
This button is used to temporarily suspend play. The disc continues to spin
and play will be resumed from the current position. The PAUSE indicator
will light in the display. To resume playing the disc, press the PAUSE button
again or press the PLAY button u.
TRACK Buttons -J
These buttons are used to select tracks on the disc. When a disc is playing,
pressing the TRACK button advances to the beginning of the next track.
Pressing the TRACK button returns to the beginning of the current track.
Pressing the TRACK button twice quickly in succession returns to the
beginning of the previous track. The new track number appears in the display.
These buttons are also used to select a track before pressing the PLAY button
uor when memorizing tracks for the PROGRAM play mode (see below).
These selections are made by continuously pressing the TRACK buttons until
the desired track is reached.
In PROGRAM mode, the TRACK buttons advance or reverse to the next
track in the memorized selection list.
DIRECT ACCESS Buttons D
Remote Only
These ten numeric buttons (labelled 0 through 9) are used to directly access
a track from the IR remote control instead of stepping through the tracks
using the TRACK buttons.
The rst nine tracks on a disc can be selected by pressing the corresponding
button. For example, to play the third track, press the 3 button on the
remote control.
When accessing track numbers greater than 9, enter the 2 digit track number
on the remote control.
NOTE: The >10 button is not used for this model.
The number of the selected track will appear in the main numeric area at
the center of the display.
SEARCH Button 0F
These fast forward and fast reverse buttons / allow fast searching
through the currently playing disc. One press of these buttons will fast forward
or fast reverse at 2X normal speed. Pressing these buttons repeatedly will
fast forward or fast reverse at 4X and 8X normal speed. Pressing the PLAY
button returns the player to normal speed. While the fast search function is
active, you will hear high-speed audio.
Digital Output e
See Figure 5
If you are using an outboard D/A converter or other digital processor, you
will need an unprocessed digital data stream from the RCD-1572MKII. Using
a standard 75 ohm coax digital cable, connect the RCD-1572MKII’s coax
digital output to the digital input connector on the outboard D/A converter.
Operation
The unit can be operated using its front panel buttons or from corresponding
buttons on the supplied infrared remote control. Specic instructions for each
of these controls are detailed below. Most of the buttons are duplicated
on the front panel and on the IR remote control. However, there are a few
exceptions where the buttons are only available on one or the other. These
exceptions are noted in the instructions.
Infrared Remote Control =
Before using the IR remote control, it is necessary to install two “UM-4/
AAA” batteries (supplied). Remove the plastic cover on the back of the IR
remote, install the batteries (observing the + and – polarity indications),
and reinstall the cover.
To use the IR remote control, aim it at the IR sensor =located in the lower
left corner of the RCD-1572MKII front panel.
Display 5
A back-lit display on the front panel of the unit provides useful information
about the status of the unit, activation of special features, and track/time
information for the disc being played. Each of these indicators is described
in the detailed operating instructions that follow.
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Disc Tray q
A motor-driven disc loading tray located in the center of the unit, accepts a
compact disc. Press the eject button then place the disc into the tray, label-
side up. Make sure the disc is properly centered before loading. The disc
can be ejected by pressing the eject button again.
Transport Control Buttons
These buttons provide basic control functions for the disc transport mechanism.
Except where noted, all functions are available on the unit front panel and
the IR remote control.
EJECT Button 7E
To open the tray loading mechanism press the EJECT button . The tray
will open allowing the CD to be loaded label side up. To close the tray
press the EJECT button again.
If no disc is loaded when the tray is closed the display will read “No Disc”.
When a disc is loaded, the display will indicate the number of tracks on the
disc and the total time of the disc in hours, minutes and seconds.
PLAY Button 6E
After the disc is loaded, press the PLAY button uto start playing the disc.
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As noted above, REPEAT can be used in conjunction with the RANDOM
play feature.
NOTE: The REPEAT function is automatically cancelled when the disc
is ejected.
TIME Button 4G
Normally, the RCD-1572MKII displays the elapsed time of the currently
playing track. The TIME button allows you to step through two alternative
time displays. Pressing the button once displays the time remaining in the
current track, which counts down as the track continues playing. Pressing
the button a second time displays the time remaining on the entire disc (or
memorized program). Pressing the button a third time reverts to the standard
elapsed time display.
NOTE: If a disc has CD Text information on it, pressing the play button
during playback will alternate between standard disc information and
any CD Text data being shown on the display.
RS232 r
The unit can be controlled via RS232 for integration with automation systems.
The RS232 input accepts a standard straight DB-9 Male-to-Female cable.
For additional information on the connections, software, and operating
codes for RS232 control of the RCD-1572MKII, contact your authorized
Rotel dealer.
Rotel Link t
Rotel Link is not used for RCD-1572MKII.
EXT REM IN Jack y
This 3.5mm mini-jack receives command codes from industry-standard infrared
receivers via hard-wired connections. This feature could prove useful when
the unit is installed in a cabinet and the front-panel sensor is blocked. Consult
your authorized Rotel dealer for information on these external repeaters and
the proper wiring of a jack to t the mini-jack receptacle.
Remote Control Advanced Buttons
MENU Button H
Remote Only
By pressing the MENU button, you can enter the following setup menu:
• DISPLAY DIMMER: Changes the display brightness.
• POWER LED DIMMER: Changes the Power LED brightness.
NOTE: These settings are stored permanently even after the RCD-1572MKII
is powered off.
• VERSION: Shows the current software version.
• AUTO POWER OFF: The unit can be congured to automatically power
off if unused for a specied period. If the CD is stopped for the specied
Additional Features
These convenience features add extra functionality to the RCD-1572MKII,
including the ability to memorize a group of tracks to be played, to repeat
a disc, program, or track over and over, to play the tracks on a disc in
random order, and to select from several available time displays.
PROGRAM Button G
Remote Only
This button, labeled PROG, allows you to memorize as many as 20 tracks
on the current disc for playback in a specic order. For example, you could
instruct the RCD-1572MKII to play track 5, followed by track 3, followed
by track 8.
To begin a program:
1. Insert a disc into the tray loader. The RCD-1572MKII will read the
contents of the disc.
2. Press the PROG button on the remote control. The PROGRAM indicator
will light up in the display, along with “PROG-01” indicating that the
unit is waiting for the rst track to be memorized.
3. Enter the rst track number using the DIRECT ACCESS buttons. Your
selection will be memorized automatically. Press PROG button again
then the display indicator will change to “PROG-02”. Continue entering
the rest of your selections using the DIRECT ACCESS buttons.
Once you have memorized a play list, the RCD-1572MKII remains in
PROGRAM mode until you eject the disc or press and hold the PROG button
for 3 seconds. If you press the PLAY button u, the memorized program
will play instead of the entire disc, starting with the rst selection in the
memorized list.
When a PROGRAM has been memorized, most functions that would normally
affect the entire disc operate on just the memorized program. For example,
the TRACK buttons advance to the next track in the memorized program,
not the next track on the disc. Likewise, the REPEAT button (see below)
continuously plays the memorized program, not the entire disc.
NOTE:The Random button does not function when playing a program.
To activate the Random button the unit must exit Program playback.
NOTE: Direct track access is not available when in the PROGRAM
mode.
RANDOM Button 3G
This instructs the CD player to play tracks from the entire disc in random
order. Once all of the selections have been played once, the disc will stop
playing, unless the REPEAT Button (see below) has been engaged, in which
case the random play will continue until the STOP button is pressed.
REPEAT Button 2G
This button allows you to repeat the current track or the entire disc continuously
until the feature is cancelled by disengaging the REPEAT button or pressing the
STOP button . The REPEAT button steps sequentially through the available
options. Press the button once and the RCD-1572MKII will repeat just the
current track. Press the button a second time and the RCD-1572MKII will repeat
the entire disc. Press the button a third time to cancel the REPEAT function.

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“Auto Power Off” time the unit will automatically go to STANDBY mode.
The Auto Power Off timer will be restarted if the CD starts to play. The
default for Auto Power Off is set to 20 MINS.
Valid settings include: 20 MINS, DISABLE, 30 mins, 60 mins, 90 mins.
• EXIT: Exits this SETUP menu.
From the remote control, press the up/down arrow buttons to change the
contents of the menu, and press ENT to enter the settings or conrm.
NOTE: You can also access the SETUP menu without the remote control.
Press the STOP button on the front panel for 5~10 seconds. Press the
TRACK buttons to change the contents of the menu and press STOP
button to enter the settings or confirm.
DIM Button C
Remote Only
Press the DIM button sequentially to change the DISPLAY brightness.
NOTE: Adjustments made using the Cbutton are temporary only and
not saved after powering off the RCD-1572MKII.
Troubleshooting
Most difculties in audio systems are the result of incorrect connections, or
improper control settings. If you encounter problems, isolate the area of the
difculty, check the control settings, determine the cause of the fault and
make the necessary changes. If you are unable to get sound from the unit,
refer to the suggestions for the following conditions:
Power Indicator Is Not Illuminated
The Power Indicator and the basic items in the display window should be
illuminated whenever the unit is plugged into the wall power outlet and the
Power button is pushed in. If it does not light, test the power outlet with
another electrical device, such as a lamp. Be sure the power outlet being
used is not controlled by a switch that has been turned off.
Fuse Replacement
If another electrical device works when plugged into the power outlet,
but the Power Indicator and the display still will not light when the unit is
plugged into the wall outlet, it indicates that the internal power fuse may
have blown. If you believe this has happened, contact your authorized Rotel
dealer to get the fuse replaced.
No Sound
Check the cables between the unit and the amplier inputs to be sure they
are connected properly. Be sure the correct amplier input is selected. Be
sure the tape monitor system of the amplier has not been activated. Check
the wiring between the amplier and the speakers.
Specications
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise 0.0035% @ 1k Hz
Intermodulation Distortion 0.0035% @ 1k Hz
Frequency Response (0±0.5 dB) 20 - 20k Hz
Channel Balance ± 0.5 dB
Channel Separation > 118 dB @ 10k Hz
Signal to Noise Ratio (A Weighting) > 118dB
Dynamic Range > 99 dB
Digital to Analog Converters Texas Instruments
Analog Output Level / Impedance (0dBfs)
Unbalanced (RCA) 2.2 V / 100 Ohms
Balanced (XLR) 4.5 V / 200 Ohms
Digital Output 0.5 V, Peak to Peak
Load Impedance 75 Ohms
Power Requirements
USA 120V, 60 Hz
EC 230V, 50 Hz
Power Consumption 15 Watts
Standby Power Consumption < 0.5 Watts
Dimensions (W x H x D) 431 x 104 x 320 mm
17 x 4 x 12 3/5ins
Front Panel Height 2U / 3 1/2ins / 88.1 mm
Weight (net) 7.34 kg, 16.18 lbs.
All specifications are accurate at the time of printing. Rotel reserves the right to make
improvements without notice.
Rotel and the Rotel HiFi logo are registered trademarks of The Rotel Co, Ltd., Tokyo, Japan.

RCD-1572MKII Owner’s Manual Ver A 080521 English
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