Rotel RSP-1068 User manual
Notice
The COMPUTER I/O connection should be handled by authorized person
only.
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 interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Important Safety Instructions
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 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 all the instructions before connecting or operating the component.
Keep this manual so you can refer to these safety instructions.
Heed all warnings and safety information in these instructions and on the
product itself. Follow all operating instructions.
Clean the enclosure only with a dry cloth or a vacuum cleaner.
Do not use this unit near water.
You must allow a minimum of 10 cm or 4 inches of unobstructed clear-
ance around the unit. Do not place the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar
surface that could block the ventilation openings. If the unit is placed in
a bookcase or cabinet, there must be ventilation of the cabinet to allow
proper cooling.
Keep the component away from radiators, heat registers, stoves, or any
other appliance that produces heat.
The unit must be connected to a power supply only of the type and voltage
specified on the rear panel. (USA: 115 V/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. A
polarized plug has two blades, with one wider than the other. A grounding
plug has two blades plus a third grounding prong. These are provided for
your safety. Do not defeat grounding and/or polarization safety provisions.
If the supplied plug does not fit your outlet, please consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet. Do not use extension cords.
The main plug of the power cordset is a disconnect device of the apparatus.
In order to completely disconnect the apparatus from the supply mains,
the main plug of the power cordset should be unplugged from the mains
(AC) outlet. The stand-by LED indicator will not be lit up to show the power
cord is unplugged.
Do not route the power cord where it will be crushed, pinched, bent, exposed
to heat, or damaged in any way. Pay particular attention to the power cord
at the plug and where the cord exits the back of the unit.
The power cord should be unplugged from the wall outlet during a lightning
storm or if the unit is to be left unused for a long period of time.
Use only accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with a cart, stand, rack, bracket or shelf system recommended
by Rotel. Use caution when moving the unit in a stand or rack to avoid
injury from a tip-over.
Immediately stop using the component and have it inspected and/or serviced
by a qualified service agency if:
• The power supply cord or plug has been damaged.
• Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit.
• The unit has been exposed to rain.
• The unit shows signs of improper operation
• The unit has been dropped or damaged in any way
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1: Controls and Connections
Commandes et Branchements
Controles y Conexiones
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2: RR-1050 Remote
Télécommande RR-1050
Mando a Distancia RR-1050
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3: Connecting a CD Player
Branchement d’un lecteur de CD
Conexión de un Reproductor de CD
4: Connecting a DVD Player
Branchement d’un lecteur de DVD
Conexión de un Reproductor de DVD
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5: Connecting a Cable, Satellite or HDTV Tuner
Branchement d’un récepteur satellite, câble ou HDTV
Conexión de un Sintonizador de TV por Cable, Satélite o Alta Definición
6: Connecting an AM/FM Tuner
Branchement d’un tuner AM/FM
Conexión de un Sintonizador de AM/FM
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7: Connecting an Audio Recorder
Branchement d’un magnétophone analogique
Conexión de un Grabador de Audio
8: Connecting a VCR
Branchement d’un magnétoscope
Conexión de un VCR (Grabador/Reproductor de Vídeo)
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9: Connecting a DVD-A or SACD Player
Branchement d’un lecteur de DVD-Audio ou SACD
Conexión de un Reproductor de SACD o DVD Audio
10: Connecting a TV Monitor
Branchement d’un moniteur TV
Conexión de un Monitor de TV
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11: Connecting Amplifiers and Subwoofer
Branchement des amplificateurs de puissance et du caisson de grave
Conexión de Amplificadores y Subwoofers
FRONT LEFT
AMPLIFIER
CENTER
AMPLIFIER
FRONT RIGHT
AMPLIFIER
REAR LEFT
AMPLIFIER
CB 2
AMPLIFIER
CB 1
AMPLIFIER
REAR RIGHT
AMPLIFIER
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12: Zone 2 Connections
Branchement de la Zone 2
Conexiones de la Zona 2
LEFT
CHANNEL
RIGHT
CHANNEL
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13: On-Screen Display Menus
Menus à l’écran « On-Screen
Sistema de Visualización de Menús en Pantalla
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RSP-1068 Surround Sound Processor
Contents
Notice .................................................... 2
FCC Information 2
Caution 2
Important Safety Instructions .................. 2
: Controls and Connections 3
2: RR-1050 Remote 4
3: Connecting a CD Player 5
4: Connecting a DVD Player 5
5: Connecting a Cable, Satellite or HDTV Tuner 6
6: Connecting an AM/FM Tuner 6
7: Connecting an Audio Recorder 7
8: Connecting a VCR 7
9: Connecting a DVD-A or SACD Player 8
10: Connecting a TV Monitor 8
11: Connecting Amplifiers and Subwoofer 9
12: Zone 2 Connections 10
13: On-Screen Display Menus 11
About Rotel .......................................... 14
Getting Started ..................................... 14
Video features 14
Audio features 14
Surround features 14
Other features 15
Unpacking 15
Placement 15
CONNECTIONS ........................... 15
Analog Audio Inputs & Outputs .............. 15
Tuner Inputs a 15
CD Inputs s 15
TAPE Inputs d 15
TAPE Outputs d 15
VIDEO 1–5 Audio Inputs f 15
VIDEO 1–3 Audio Outputs g 15
MULTI Inputs r 16
Preamp Outputs y 16
ZONE 2 Audio Outputs h 16
Video Inputs & Outputs ......................... 16
VIDEO 1–5 Composite Video Inputs k 16
VIDEO 1–3 Composite Video Outputs ; 16
VIDEO 1–5 S-Video Inputs l 17
VIDEO 1–3 S-Video Outputs ' 17
VIDEO 1–3 Component Video Inputs [ 17
TV Monitor Outputs ]z 17
ZONE OUT Video Output j 17
Digital Audio Input & Outputs ................ 17
Digital Inputs e 17
Digital Outputs t 17
Other Connections ................................. 17
AC Input x 17
Master Power Switch \ 18
12V TRIGGER Connections i 18
REM IN Jacks o 18
IR OUT Jacks p 18
Computer I/O u 18
Making Connections ............................. 18
CD Player es 18
DVD Player e[fkl 18
Cable, Satellite, or HDTV Tuner
e[fkl 18
AM/FM Tuner a 19
Audio Recorder etd 19
Video Recorderetfgkl;'
19
DVD-A or SACD Player r 19
TV Monitor ]z 19
Connecting Amplifiers y 19
Connecting a Subwoofer y 20
Zone 2 Connections hj 20
OPERATING THE RSP-1068 ......... 20
Front Panel Overview ........................... 20
Front-panel Display 3 20
Remote Sensor 2 20
Remote Control Overview ..................... 20
Using the RR-1050AUDIO Button A 21
Programming the RR-1050PRELOAD Button S 21
Overview of Buttons and Controls ......... 21
STANDBY Button 1POWER Button T 21
ON/OFF Buttons H 21
VOLUME Knob 6VOLUME Button I 21
MUTE Button =J 21
DEVICE/INPUT Buttons4-AG 21
REC Button wD 21
ZONE Button qN 21
UP/DOWN Buttons M 21
+/– Buttons C 21
Speaker Selection Buttons B 21
EQ Button E 21
LF/HF Knobs 5 21
TONE Button Q 22
Surround Mode Buttons7890P 22
SUR+ Button O 22
DYN Button F 22
MENU/OSD button K 22
ENTER Button L 22
Basic Operations ................................... 22
Power and Standby On/Off 1\HT 22
Volume Adjustments 6I 22
Muting the Sound J 22
Selecting Inputs..................................... 22
Selecting a Source Input from the Front Panel
4-qw 23
Selecting a Source from the Remote
AGDN 23
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Overview of Surround Formats .............. 23
Dolby SurroundDolby Pro Logic II 23
Dolby Digital 23
DTS 5.1DTS 96/24 24
DTS Neo:6 24
Dolby Digital Surround EXDTS-ES6.1 and 7.1 Sur-
round 24
Dolby Pro Logic IIx6.1 and 7.1 Surround 24
Rotel XS6.1 and 7.1 Surround 24
DSP Music Modes 25
2Ch/5Ch/7Ch Stereo Formats 25
Other Digital Formats 25
Automatic Surround Modes .................... 25
Manually Selecting Surround Modes ....... 26
Dolby Digital 5.1 discsDolby Digital Surround EX
discs 26
Dolby Digital 2.0 discs 7COP 27
DTS 5.1 discsDTS 96/24 discsDTS-ES 6.1 discs
79COP 27
MPEG Multichannel discs79COP 27
Digital Stereo discs(PCM, MP3, and
HDCD)7890COP 27
Analog Stereo 890COP 28
Other Settings ...................................... 28
Temporary Speaker Level BM 28
Temporary Group Delay BM 28
Dynamic Range F 29
Contour/Tone Settings 5QM 29
Cinema EQ E 29
Zone 2 Operation .................................. 29
Zone 2 Power On/Off Operation 30
Controlling Zone 2from the Main
Room46qNACI 30
Controlling Zone 2 from the Remote Location
NACI 30
SETUP ....................................... 30
Menu Basics ......................................... 31
Navigation ButtonsCLKM 31
System Status 31
Main Menu 31
Configuring Inputs ................................. 31
Input Setup 31
Multi Input Setup 33
Dolby Pro Logic II (x) 33
DTS Neo:6 33
ConfiguringSpeakers and Audio .............. 34
Understanding Speaker Configuration 34
Speaker Setup 34
Advance Speaker Setup 35
Subwoofer Setup 36
Test Tone 36
Delay Setup 37
Contour Setup 37
Miscellaneous Settings .......................... 38
Other Options 38
Zone 2 Setup 38
Default Setup 39
MORE INFORMATION ................. 40
Troubleshooting ..................................... 40
Specifications ........................................ 40
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About Rotel
A family whose passionate interest in music led
them to manufacture high fidelity components
of uncompromising quality founded Rotel 40
years ago. 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.
The engineers work as a close team, listening
to, and fine 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 find capacitors
from the United Kingdom and Germany, semi
conductors from Japan or the United States,
while toroidal power transformers are manu-
factured in Rotel’s own factory.
Rotel’s reputation for excellence has been
earned through hundreds of good reviews and
awards from the most respected reviewers in
the industry, who listen to music every day.
Their comments keep the company true to its
goal - the pursuit of equipment that is musical,
reliable and affordable.
All of us at Rotel, thank you for buying this
product and hope it will bring you many years
of enjoyment.
Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing the Rotel RSP-1068
Surround Sound Processor. The RSP-1068 is
full-featured audio/video control center for
analog and digital source components. It
features digital processing for a wide range
of formats including Dolby Surround®, Dolby
Digital®, DTS® and HDCD® source material.
Video features
• Wideband 100 mHz video processing for
HDTV signals.
• Full complement of composite, S-Video, and
Component Video inputs and outputs
• Conversion of composite and S-Video
signals to Component Video for output to
TV monitor.
Audio features
• Rotel’s Balanced Design Concept combines
advanced circuit board layout, comprehen-
sive parts evaluation, and extensive listening
tests for superior sound and reliability.
• 24-bit/128x oversampling analog-to-digital
converters from AKM and Crystal Semicon-
ductor 24-bit/192 kHz digital-to-analog
converters
• Analog bypass mode for pure 2-speaker
stereo with no digital processing.
• Optical and coax digital inputs and out-
puts.
• MULTI Input for 7.1 channel analog signals
from DVD-A and SACD players. Subwoofer
options include .1 channel pass through or
bass redirect feature with an analog low-
pass filter for a summed subwoofer output
from seven channels.
• Automatic HDCD® decoding for signals
from High Definition Compatible Digital®
compact discs.
• Automatic decoding of digital signals from
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) players.
Surround features
• Automatic Dolby Digital® decoding for
Dolby Digital® 2.0, Dolby Digital® 5.1, and
Dolby Digital Surround EX® recordings.
• Dolby® Pro Logic IIx® decoding for Dolby
Surround® matrix encoded recordings and
for optimum 6.1 and 7.1 channel systems
with any source material. Can be optimized
for Music or Cinema sources.
• Automatic decoding for DTS® 5.1 channel,
DTS-ES® Matrix 6.1 channel, DTS-ES® Dis-
crete 6.1 channel, and DTS 96/24 digital
recordings.
• DTS® Neo:6® Surround modes for deriving
surround channels for 5.1, 6.1 or 7.1 chan-
nel systems from 2-channel stereo or matrix
surround recordings. Can be optimized for
Music or Cinema sources.
• Automatic decoding for MPEG Multichannel
digital recordings.
• Rotel XS (eXtra Surround) automatically
ensures proper decoding and optimum
performance from any multichannel digital
signal on 6.1 and 7.1 channel systems.
Always active in any system with center
back speaker(s), Rotel XS even works with
signals that would not otherwise activate
the proper decoding (such as non-flagged
DTS-ES and Dolby Surround EX discs) or
for which there is no extended surround
decoder (such as DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital
5.1, and even Dolby Pro Logic II decoded
Dolby Digital 2.0 recordings).
• Surround modes for playback of surround
sound material on 2 channel and 3 channel
systems for total compatibility.
• Four DSP Music modes.
“DTS”, “DTS-ES Extended Surround”, “DTS ES® Matrix 6.1”,
and “DTS ES® Discrete 6.1”, and “DTS Neo:6®”are trade-
marks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”,
“Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
, HDCD®, High Definition Compatible Digital ® and
Pacific Microsonics™ are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. in the United States
and/or other countries. HDCD system manufactured under
license from Pacific Microsonics, Inc. This product is covered
by one or more of the following: In the USA: 5,479,168,
5,638,074, 5,640,161, 5,808,574, 5,838,274, 5,854,600,
5,864,311, 5,872,531, and in Australia: 669114. Other
patents pending.
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Other features
• Multi-zone, multi-source capability with
independent input selection and volume.
• User friendly ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD)
menu system with programmable labels for
all inputs. Choice of languages.
• Learning remote control to operate the
RSP-1068 and other components.
• Upgradeable microprocessor software to
accommodate future upgrades.
• Assignable 12V trigger outputs for remote
turn-on of power amplifiers and other
components.
Unpacking
Remove the unit carefully from its packing. Find
the remote control and other accessories. Save
the box as it will protect the RSP-1068 if you
move or need to return it for maintenance.
Placement
Place the RSP-1068 on a solid, level surface
away from sunlight, heat, moisture, or vibra-
tion. Make sure that the shelf can support the
weight of the unit.
Place the RSP-1068 close to the other com-
ponents in your system and, if possible, on its
own shelf. This will make initial hookup, and
subsequent system changes easier.
The RSP-1068 can generate heat during normal
operation. Do not block ventilation openings.
Allow a minimum of 10 cm (4 inches) of un-
obstructed space around the unit. If installed
in a cabinet, make sure that there is adequate
ventilation.
Don’t stack other components or objects on
top of the RSP-1068. Don’t let any liquid fall
into the unit.
CONNECTIONS
Although the RSP-1068’s rear panel looks
daunting, connecting the unit to your system is
straightforward. Each of the source components
in the system are connected to the RSP-1068
inputs with a pair of standard RCA cables for
analog audio, a video connection (composite,
S-Video, or Component Video), and an optional
digital audio cable (coax or optical).
NOTE: Surround formats like Dolby Digi-
tal and DTS are digital formats and the
RSP-1068 can only decode them when
a digital input signal is available. For
this reason, you should always connect
your DVD player’s digital outputs to the
RSP-1068, using either the optical or coax
inputs.
The outputs of RSP-1068 are sent to power
amplifier(s) with standard RCA cables from
preamp audio outputs. The video signal from
the RSP-1068 is sent to the TV monitor using
composite video, S-Video, or Component
Video connections.
In addition, the RSP-1068 has MULTI input
connections for a source component that does
its own surround decoding, remote IR sensor
inputs, and 12V trigger connections for remote
turn-on of other Rotel components.
NOTE: Do not plug any system compo-
nent into an AC source until all connections
have been properly made.
Video cables should have a 75 ohm impedance.
The S/PDIF digital audio interface standard
also specifies a 75 ohm impedance and all
good digital cables adhere to this require-
ment. Do NOT substitute conventional audio
interconnect cables for digital or video signals.
Standard audio interconnects will pass these
signals, but their limited bandwidth reduce
performance.
When making signal connections, connect
LEFT channels to LEFT channel jacks and
RIGHT channels to RIGHT channel jacks. All
RCA-type connections on the RSP-1068 follow
these standard color codes:
Left channel audio: white RCA jack
Right channel audio: red RCA jack
Composite video: yellow RCA jack
NOTE: Each source input must be properly
configured using the Input Setup menu of
the OSD menu system. We recommend
going to this menu after connecting each
source to configure it as desired. See Input
Setup of the Setup section for information.
Analog Audio Inputs &
Outputs
The following connections are used for con-
necting analog audio signals to and from the
RSP-1068. See the Making Connections topic
for specific instructions on connecting each
type of component.
NOTE: Normally, the RSP-1068 converts
analog inputs to digital signals. All of the
digital processing is available including
bass management, digital crossovers,
speaker level and delay settings, and a
number surround mode options. Alterna-
tively, there is an analog bypass surround
mode that routes 2-ch and Multi Input ana-
log signals directly to the Volume control
and preamp outputs, bypassing the digital
processing entirely for pure analog stereo.
Tuner Inputs a
A left/right pair of RCA analog audio inputs
for connecting an AM/FM tuner.
CD Inputs s
A left/right pair of RCA analog audio inputs
for connecting a CD player.
TAPE Inputs d
A pair of RCA inputs, labeled TAPE IN, for con-
necting the left/right analog audio signals from
an audio tape deck or recording device.
TAPE Outputs d
A pair of RCA inputs, labeled TAPE OUT,
for sending left/right line level analog audio
signals for recording on a tape deck or re-
cording device.
NOTE: These outputs should be connected
to the inputs of the same tape deck con-
nected to the TAPE IN inputs.
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VIDEO 1–5 Audio Inputs f
Five pairs of RCA inputs (VIDEO IN 1–5) pro-
vide connections for left/right analog audio
signals from five additional source components.
These inputs have corresponding video inputs
and are used for VCRs, satellite TV tuners,
DVD players, etc. However, they may also be
used for additional audio only components,
simply by omitting the corresponding video
connections.
VIDEO 1–3 Audio Outputs g
Three pairs of RCA jacks (VIDEO OUT 1–3)
provide connections for sending line level left
and right analog audio signals for recording
to a VCR.
These connections correspond to the VIDEO
IN 1-3 connections. Make sure that you are
consistent. If you hook up a particular VCR
to the VIDEO 1 inputs, hook up the VIDEO 1
outputs to the same VCR.
NOTE: There are no analog audio outputs
for VIDEO 4 & 5. Therefore, in an elabo-
rate system, hook up all of the VCRs and
recording devices to VIDEO 1–3 and use
VIDEO 4 & 5 for playback only compo-
nents.
NOTE: Video 1–3 can be used for audio-
only tape decks, simply omitting the corre-
sponding video connections.
MULTI Inputs r
A set of RCA inputs accept up to 7.1 channels
of analog signals from a DVD-A or SACD
player. There are inputs for FRONT L & R,
CENTER, SUB, REAR L & R, and CENTER
BACK 1 & 2.
These inputs bypass all digital processing in
the RSP-1068 and are routed directly to the
Volume control and preamp outputs.
There are two subwoofer options for the MULTI
input. Normally, the .1 channel input is passed
through directly to the subwoofer output. An
optional bass redirect feature duplicates the
7 main channels, sums them, and sends this
mono signal through a 100 Hz analog low
filter to the subwoofer output. This provides
an unaltered analog bypass for the seven
main channels along with a subwoofer signal
derived from those channels.
Preamp Outputs y
A group of ten RCA analog audio outputs
sends the RSP-1068’s line level output signals
to external amplifiers and powered subwoofers.
These outputs are variable level, adjusted by the
RSP-1068 volume control. The eight connectors
provide output for: FRONT L & R, CENTER 1
& 2, SURROUND L & R, CENTER BACK CB1
& CB2, and SUBWOOFER 1 & 2.
NOTE: Depending on your system configu-
ration, you may use some or all of these
connections. For example, if you only have
one center channel, connect it to the CEN-
TER 1 output. If you only have one center
back channel, connect it to the CB1 output.
ZONE 2 Audio Outputs h
A pair of RCA inputs, labeled AUDIO OUT/
ZONE 2, sending analog audio signals to an
external amplifier for a remote zone. These
outputs can be configured as either fixed or vari-
able level using the ZONE 2 SETUP menu.
NOTE: Only analog input signals are avail-
able at the Zone 2 outputs. Source compo-
nents connected to only the digital inputs
are not available in Zone 2.
To configure your system for Zone 2 operation,
connect the left and right Zone 2 outputs on the
RSP-1068 to the left and right channel inputs
of the amplifier powering the remote speakers,
using standard RCA audio cables.
Video Inputs & Outputs
These connections are used for connecting
video signals to and from the RSP-1068. See
the Making Connections section for specific
instructions for each type of component.
The RSP-1068 provides Composite, S-Video,
and Component Video connections. Composite
video connections simplify system configuration;
however, S-Video connections typically provide
better picture quality. Component Video con-
nections are required for HDTV or progressive
scanned DVD video. Be aware of the following
in the configuration of your system:
On Screen Display: The RSP-1068 OSD
system is available on the TV monitor, regardless
of what type of connection is made from the
TV MONITOR outputs to the TV set.
NOTE: When using a progressive scan or
1080i video signal from the Component
Video inputs, the TV monitor cannot dis-
play the video signal and the OSD menus
at the same time. A “progressive” setting in
the Other Options setup menu allows the
use of the main OSD setup menus, even
with progressive or HDTV signals. When
the main OSD setup menus are activated,
the progressive scan video input is inter-
rupted and restored when the OSD menus
are cancelled. The temporary OSD infor-
mation displays (such as volume setting,
etc.) are not displayed.
Output Conversion: The RSP-1068 converts
composite and S-Video signals to Component
Video signals for output to an NTSC or PAL
standard TV monitor. For maximum conve-
nience, connect the RSP-1068 to the TV monitor
with Component Video connections. S-Video
signals cannot be converted to composite
outputs and vice versa.
NOTE: When a video input or inputs
are selected for progressive mode on the
Other Options menu, the conversion from
composite or S-Video to Component Video
output is not available for those inputs. The
conversion from composite or S-VIDEO to
Component Video output is only available
for the other video inputs.
Many digital HDTV monitors adjust scan rates
and other video parameters depending on the
type of input connection. You may wish to make
multiple connections between the RSP-1068
and the TV monitor, switching inputs on the TV
to take advantage of these features.
VIDEO 1–5
Composite Video Inputs k
Five inputs accepts standard composite video
signals from source components using standard
75 ohm RCA video cables.
VIDEO 1–3
Composite Video Outputs ;
Three RCA jacks, labeled COMPOSITE VIDEO
OUT 1–3, provide connections for sending
composite video signals for recording on a
VCR or other recording device.
These connections correspond to the VIDEO
IN 1-3 connections. Make sure that you are
consistent. If you hook up a particular VCR
to the VIDEO 1 inputs, hook up the VIDEO 1
output to the same VCR.
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NOTE: The RSP-1068 cannot convert
S-Video or Component Video signals to
composite video. Therefore, only signals
received at the composite video inputs are
available at these outputs.
VIDEO 1–5 S-Video Inputs l
Five inputs, labeled S-VIDEO IN 1–5 accept
S-Video signals from source components.
VIDEO 1–3 S-Video Outputs '
Three S-VIDEO jacks, labeled S-VIDEO OUT
1–3, provide connections for sending S-Video
signals for recording on a VCR or other re-
cording device.
These connections correspond to the VIDEO
IN 1-3 connections. Make sure that you are
consistent. If you hook up a particular VCR
to the VIDEO 1 inputs, hook up the VIDEO 1
output to the same VCR.
NOTE: The RSP-1068 cannot convert com-
posite video or Component Video signals to
S-Video. Only signals received at the S-Vid-
eo inputs are available at these outputs.
VIDEO 1–3
Component Video Inputs [
Component Video connections split the video
into three signals – luminance (Y) and separate
chrominance (PB and PR) signals, allowing
delivery of a reference-quality picture with
high definition signals. Component Video
connections should be used for progressive
scan DVD players and high-definition digital
television receivers. Each of these signals is
carried by a separate 75 ohm video cable
with RCA connectors.
Three sets of inputs, labeled COMPONENT
VIDEO IN 1–3 accept Component video signals
from source components.
NOTE: When using a progressive scan or
1080i HDTV video signal from the Com-
ponent Video inputs, the TV monitor can-
not display the video signal and the OSD
menus at the same time. A “progressive”
setting in the Other Options setup menu
allows the use of the main OSD setup
menus, even with progressive or HDTV
signals. When the main OSD setup menus
are displayed, the progressive video signal
is interrupted and restored when the OSD
menus are cancelled. The temporary OSD
information displays (such as volume set-
ting, etc.) are not displayed.
TV Monitor Outputs ]z
The TV MONITOR outputs of the RSP-1068
send the video signal to your TV monitor.
Three types of video output connections are
provided – RCA composite video, S-Video,
and Component Video.
The composite video output only sends signals
from composite video inputs to the TV monitor.
The S-Video output only sends signals from
S-Video video inputs to the TV. The Component
Video output converts signals from ANY type
of source input to the TV. If you have connected
all of your source components with the same
type of connection, then you only need to make
one connection from the RSP-1068 to the TV
monitor. If you connect the RSP-1068 to the TV
monitor with Component Video connections,
you also only need to make one type of con-
nection because composite and S-Video signals
are converted to Component Video.
NOTE: When a video input or inputs
are selected for progressive mode on the
Other Options menu, the conversion from
composite or S-Video to Component Video
output is not available for those inputs. The
conversion from composite or S-VIDEO to
Component Video output is only available
for the other video inputs.
ZONE OUT Video Output j
The ZONE OUT Video output of the RSP-1068
sends a composite video signal to a TV moni-
tor in Zone 2.
NOTE: Only composite video input signals
are available at the Zone 2 composite
video output.
Digital Audio
Input & Outputs
The RSP-1068 provides digital connections
which may be used in place of, or in addition
to, the analog audio input and output connec-
tions described in the previous sections. These
connections include five digital inputs and two
digital outputs (for recording).
These digital connections can be used with
any source component that supplies a digital
signal, such as a DVD player, CD player, or
satellite TV tuner.
NOTE: With a digital connection, the
RSP-1068 will be used to decode the sig-
nal, rather than the source component’s
internal decoders. You must use digital con-
nections for a DVD player that supplies a
Dolby Digital or DTS signal; otherwise the
RSP-1068 will not be able to decode these
formats.
Digital Inputs e
The RSP-1068 accepts digital inputs from source
components such as CD players, satellite TV
tuners, and DVD players. The built-in digital
processor senses the correct sampling rates.
There are five digital inputs on the rear panel,
three coaxial and two optical. These digital
inputs can be assigned to any of the input
sources using the INPUT SETUP screen during
the setup process. For example, you can assign
the COAXIAL 1 digital input connector to the
VIDEO 1 source and the OPTICAL 2 digital
input to the VIDEO 3 source.
NOTE: When using digital connections,
you should also make the analog audio in-
put connections described previously. The
analog connection is necessary to record
to an analog recorder in some circum-
stances or for ZONE 2 operation
Digital Outputs t
The RSP-1068 has two digital outputs (one
coaxial and one optical) to send the digital
signal from any of the digital inputs to a digital
recorder or outboard digital processor. When
a digital input source signal is selected for
listening, that signal is automatically sent to
both digital outputs for recording.
NOTE: Only digital signals from source
components are available at these outputs.
Analog signals cannot be converted and
are not available at the digital outputs.
Other Connections
AC Input x
Your RSP-1068 is configured at the factory
for the proper AC line voltage in the country
where you purchased it (USA: 115 volts/60Hz
AC or CE: 230 volts/50 Hz AC ). The AC line
configuration is noted on a decal on the back
of your unit.
Plug the supplied cord into the AC INPUT
receptacle on the back of the unit.
NOTE: Memorized settings and video la-
bels are preserved indefinitely, even if the
RSP-1068 is disconnected from AC power.
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Master Power Switch \
The large rocker switch on the rear panel is
a master power switch. When it is in the OFF
position, power to the unit is completely off.
When it is in the ON position, the front panel
STANDBY and remote control ON/OFF but-
tons can be used to activate the unit or put it
into standby mode.
NOTE: After all connections are com-
pleted, the rear panel master power switch
should be put in the ON position and usu-
ally left in that position.
12V TRIGGER Connections i
Many Rotel amplifiers offer the option of turning
them on and off using a 12 volt trigger. These
three connections provide this 12 volt trigger
signal from the RSP-1068. When the RSP-1068
is activated, a 12 volt DC signal is sent to the
amplifiers to turn them on. When the RSP-1068
is put in STANDBY mode, the trigger signal is
interrupted and the amplifiers turn off.
To use the remote turn on feature, connect
one of the RSP-1068’s 12V TRIG OUT jacks
to the 12 volt trigger input of a Rotel amplifier,
using a cable with mono 3.5 mm mini-plugs
on both ends. The +12 V DC signal appears
at the “tip” connector.
NOTE: The 12V Trigger outputs can be
configured to turn on only when specific
input sources are activated. See the Input
Setup and Zone 2 Setup menus in the
Setup section of this manual for details.
REM IN Jacks o
Two 3.5 mm mini-jacks (labeled ZONE and
EXT) receive command codes from an indus-
try-standard infrared receivers (Xantech, etc.),
used when the IR signals from a hand held
remote control cannot reach the front panel
IR sensor.
EXT: The EXT jack is used with an outboard IR
receiver to duplicate the front panel IR sensor.
This feature is useful when the unit is installed in
a cabinet and the front panel sensor is blocked
or when IR signals need to be relayed to other
components.
ZONE: The ZONE jack is used with IR repeater
systems to receiver signals from IR control sys-
tems in remote location. For example, remote
control signals sent to the ZONE REM IN control
the ZONE 2 features of the RSP-1068 and can
be relayed to other components.
Consult your authorized Rotel dealer for
information on external receivers and the
proper wiring of a 3.5 mm mini-plugs to fit
the REM IN jacks.
NOTE: The IR signals from the EXT RE-
MOTE IN and ZONE REMOTE IN jacks
can be relayed to source components using
external IR emitters or hard-wired connec-
tions from the IR OUT jacks. See the follow-
ing section for additional information.
IR OUT Jacks p
The IR OUT 1 & 2 jacks send IR signals received
at the ZONE REM IN or the EXT REM IN
jacks to an infrared blaster or emitter placed
in front of a source component’s IR sensor. In
addition, the IR OUT can be hard-wired to
Rotel CD players, DVD players, or tuners with
a compatible connector.
These outputs are used to allow IR signals from
Zone 2 to be sent to the source components,
or to pass along IR signals from a remote in
the main room when the sensors on the source
components are blocked by installation in a
cabinet.
See your authorized Rotel dealer for information
on IR emitters and repeater systems.
Computer I/O u
The RSP-1068 can be operated from a computer
with audio system control software from third-
party developers. This control is accomplished
by sending operating codes from the computer
via a hard-wired RS-232 serial connection. In
addition, the RSP-1068 can be updated using
special software from Rotel.
The COMPUTER I/O input provides the neces-
sary network connections on the rear panel. It
accepts standard RJ-45 8-pin modular plugs,
such as those commonly used in 10-BaseT UTP
Ethernet cabling.
For additional information on the connections,
cabling, software, and operating codes for
computer control or updating of the RSP-1068,
contact your authorized Rotel dealer.
Making Connections
CD Player es
See Figure 3
Connect the left and right analog outputs from
the CD player to the AUDIO IN jacks labeled
CD (left and right).
Optional: Connect the digital output of the
CD player to any of the Optical or Coax digital
inputs on the RSP-1068. Use the INPUT SETUP
menu to assign the digital input to the CD.
There are no video connections for a CD
Player.
DVD Player e[fkl
See Figure 4
DVD connections can be made to the VIDEO
1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 inputs. In elaborate systems,
you may wish to use VIDEO 4 or VIDEO 5
for DVD players, since these inputs do not
have corresponding OUTPUT connections. If
you choose VIDEO 1, make sure that you use
VIDEO 1 inputs and outputs for all analog
audio and video connections.
Connect a video cable (Composite, S-Video,
and/or Component Video from the output of
the DVD player to the appropriate VIDEO IN
1–5 input. If you intend to use the progressive
scan feature with an HDTV monitor, you should
use Component Video connections.
Connect the digital output of the DVD player
to any one of the OPTICAL IN or COAXIAL IN
digital inputs on the RSP-1068. Use the INPUT
SETUP screen to assign the digital input to
the same video input source used above. For
example, if you use the Video 4 inputs, assign
the digital input to the VIDEO 4 input.
If you want to record the audio signal from the
DVD player, connect the left and right analog
outputs from the DVD player to the left and
right AUDIO IN jacks corresponding to the
VIDEO IN input selected above.
Cable, Satellite, or HDTV Tuner
e[fkl
See Figure 5
TV tuner connections can be made to the
VIDEO 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 inputs. In elaborate
systems, you may wish to use VIDEO 4 or
VIDEO 5 for TV tuners, since these inputs do
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not have corresponding OUTPUT connections.
If you choose VIDEO 1, make sure that you
use VIDEO 1 inputs and outputs for all analog
audio and video connections.
Connect a video cable (Composite Video,
S-Video, and/or Component Video) from the
output of the TV tuner to the appropriate VIDEO
IN 1–5 input. For HDTV signals, you should
use Component Video connections.
Connect the left and right analog outputs from
the TV tuner to the left and right AUDIO IN
jacks corresponding to the VIDEO IN input
selected above.
Optional: Connect the digital output of the
TV tuner to any one of the OPTICAL IN or
COAXIAL IN digital inputs on the RSP-1068.
Use the INPUT SETUP screen to assign that
digital input to the same video input source
used above. For example, if you use the Video
4 inputs above, assign the digital input to the
VIDEO 4 input.
AM/FM Tuner a
See Figure 6
Connect the left and right analog outputs from
the tuner to the AUDIO IN jacks labeled TUNER
(left and right).
There are no digital connections or video con-
nections for an AM/FM tuner.
Audio Recorder etd
See Figure 7
Connect the left and right analog outputs from
an audio tape deck to the AUDIO IN jacks
labeled TAPE IN (left and right).
Connect the left/right AUDIO OUT/TAPE OUT
jacks to the inputs on the audio tape deck.
Optional: For a digital recording device,
connect the digital output of the recorder to
one of the OPTICAL IN or COAXIAL IN digital
inputs on the RSP-1068. Use the INPUT SETUP
screen to assign that digital input to the TAPE
source. If the recording device accepts a digital
recording input, connect one of the OPTICAL
OUT or COAXIAL OUT connections to the
digital input of the recorder.
No video connections are required for an
audio recording device.
Video Recorder
etfgkl;'
See Figure 8
VCR connections can be made to the VIDEO
1, VIDEO 2, or VIDEO 3 inputs and outputs.
If you choose VIDEO 1, make sure that you
use VIDEO 1 inputs and outputs for all analog
audio and video connections.
Connect video cables (Composite Video,
S-Video, and/or Component Video) from the
output of the VCR to the appropriate VIDEO
IN 1–3 input.
Connect video cables (Composite Video,
S-Video, and/or Component Video) from the
VIDEO OUT jacks to the VCR inputs.
Connect the left and right analog outputs from
the VCR to one pair of the AUDIO IN jacks
labeled VIDEO 1–3.
Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks for
VIDEO 1–3 to the analog inputs on the VCR.
Optional: For a digital recording device,
connect the digital output of the recorder to
one of the OPTICAL IN or COAXIAL IN digital
inputs on the RSP-1068. Use the INPUT SETUP
screen to assign that digital input to the VIDEO
source (VIDEO 1, 2, or 3) used for the previous
connections. If the recording device accepts
a digital recording input, connect one of the
OPTICAL OUT or COAXIAL OUT connections
to the digital input of the recorder.
DVD-A or SACD Player r
See Figure 9
To hook up a DVD-A, an SACD player (or any
external surround decoder), use audio RCA
cables to connect the outputs of the player to the
RCA jacks labeled MULTI INPUT, making sure
that you observe proper channel consistency, i.e.
connect the right front channel to the R FRONT
input, etc. Depending on your system configura-
tion, make six connections (FRONT L & R, SUR-
ROUND L & R, CENTER, and SUBWOOFER),
seven connections (adding a CENTER BACK
connection), or eight connections (adding two
CENTER BACK connections).
The MULTI inputs are analog bypass inputs,
passing signals directly through to the Volume
Control and preamp outputs, bypassing all of
the digital processing. The RSP-1068 provides
an optional bass redirect feature that duplicates
the seven main channels and passes them
through an analog 100 Hz low pass filter,
creating a summed mono subwoofer output
derived from the main channels. See the INPUT
SETUP menu in the Setup section of this manual
for details on bass redirect feature.
TV Monitor ]z
See Figure 10
Connect the TV MONITOR output to the cor-
responding input on your television monitor,
using composite video, S-Video, and/or
Component Video cables.
NOTE: The RCA composite video output
only sends signals from RCA composite
video source inputs to the TV monitor.
The S-Video output only sends signals
from S-Video source inputs to the TV. The
RSP-1068 upconverts composite and
S-Video signals to Component Video
signals. Therefore, the Component Video
output sends signals from any source input
to the TV.
When configuring the unit, you must specify
either an NTSC or a PAL standard TV moni-
tor. See the Other Options menu in the Setup
section of this manual.
Connecting Amplifiers y
See Figure 11
The RSP-1068 has preamp outputs for connec-
tions to power amplifiers to drive up to seven
speakers in a 5.1, 6.1, or 7.1 channel surround
sound audio system: right/left front channels,
center channel, right/left surround channels,
plus one or two center back channels.
To hook up amplifiers, connect an audio cable
from each PREOUT jack to the input of the am-
plifier channel that will power the corresponding
speaker. In a full home theater system, you
will make up to seven different connections in
addition to the subwoofer. These connections
are labeled FRONT L & R, CENTER, and REAR
L & R. There are two CENTER jacks, use either
jack for a single center channel or both if
you have two center channels. In six or seven
channel systems, make one or two additional
connections for center back channels(s). These
jacks are labeled CB1 and CB2. Use CB1 for
a single center back channel.
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Make sure that you have each output connected
to the correct amplifier channel:
1. Connect the front right amplifier to the
FRONT R jack
2. Connect the front left amplifier to the FRONT
L jack.
3. Connect the center channel amplifier to the
CENTER 1 or CENTER 2 jack.
4. Connect the surround right amplifier to the
REAR R jack.
5. Connect the surround left amplifier to the
REAR L jack.
6. Connect the center back right amplifier to
the CB2 jack.
7. Connect the center back left amplifier to
the CB1 jack.
After you have connected the preamp outputs,
you need to configure the RSP-1068 for the
size and style of speakers in your system and
calibrate the relative volume levels of the
speakers using the built-in test tones. See the
Setup section of this manual.
Connecting a Subwoofer y
See Figure 11
To hook up a powered subwoofer, connect a
standard RCA audio cable from either of the
two PREOUT jacks labeled SUB to the input on
the subwoofer’s power amp. Both SUB outputs
provide the same signal. Use either connnection
for a single subwoofer. Use both connections
to hook up two subwoofers.
After you have connected the subwoofer, you
need to configure the RSP-1068 to use the sub-
woofer and calibrate the relative volume level
of the subwoofer using the built-in test tones.
See the Setup section of this manual.
Zone 2 Connections hj
See Figure 12
For audio connections to a remote
zone, connect the left and right ZONE OUT
jacks to the left and right channels of a remote
zone amplifier with an RCA audio cable.
For video connections to a remote
zone, connect the ZONE VIDEO OUT jack
to the input of a TV in the remote zone using
a composite video cable.
OPERATING
THE RSP-1068
Considering its large number of features,
settings, and options, the RSP-1068 is remark-
ably easy to operate. The key to operating
the RSP-1068 is its system of On-Screen
Displays (OSD) which guide you through
various choices.
The RSP-1068 can be operated from the
front panel or the remote control. Front panel
controls are unusually simple to use, with just
a few knobs and buttons to guide you through
OSD menu options. The remote control provides
more complete control options.
To guide you through the operation of the
RSP-1068, this section of the manual starts with
explaining the basic layout and function of the
front panel and the remote control. Then, we
explain the basic operations such as turning
the unit on and off, adjusting volume, select-
ing a source for listening, etc. Following that
is a detailed explanation of surround sound
modes and how to configure the RSP-1068 for
various types of recordings. Finally, there are
instructions for additional features and Zone
2 operations. All of these are features that
may be used in normal use. The last section
of the manual (Configuration) details options
that may be selected during initial setup and
configuration of the unit, many of which will
be set once and left untouched.
Throughout this manual, numbers in gray boxes
refer to the RSP-1068 illustration at the front of
this manual. Letters refer to the RR-1050 remote
illustration. When both appear, the function is
found on both the RSP-1068 and the remote.
When only one appears, that function is found
only on the RSP-1068 or the remote.
Front Panel Overview
The following is a brief overview of the control
and features on the front panel of the RSP-1068.
Details concerning the use of these controls are
provided in subsequent sections of this manual
describing various tasks.
Front-panel Display 3
The fluorescent (FL) display on the front panel
of the RSP-1068 provides information useful
for operating the unit. The main portion of
the display has two rows of alpha-numeric
text displays. The top line shows the currently
selected source input on the left and the volume
setting on the right. The second line shows
the current surround mode or other settings
as they are changed (record source selec-
tion, Zone 2 source selection, dynamic range
settings, etc.)
Icons along the left side of the display show
the current surround mode. Icons along the
bottom left of the display show the current
digital input. Icons along the right bottom of
the display show individual surround channels
when configuring the system.
The FL display can be turned off, if desired. See
the MENU button section for instructions.
Remote Sensor 2
This sensor receives IR signals from the remote
control. Do not block this sensor.
NOTE: The remainder of the buttons and
controls on the front panel are described
in the Overview of Buttons and Controls
section.
Remote Control Overview
The RSP-1068 includes a full-function learning
remote control that can operate the RSP-1068
plus nine other audio/video components.
A separate manual gives detailed instructions
on programming and using the RR-1050 to
replace all of the remote controls in your sys-
tem. The RR-1050 manual covers many extra
features (such as custom labeling of remote
buttons that appear in its LCD display). To avoid
duplication, we provide only basic informa-
tion about using the RR-1050 to operate the
RSP-1068 in this manual.
Many of the RR-1050 functions duplicate
the front panel controls. For that reason,
we cover the controls on the remote under
appropriate topics throughout this manual.
Letters in gray boxes next to the name of a
function refers to the labeled illustration of
the remote at the front of this manual.
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