RX-1052 Stereo Receiver

For one room or an entire house the ideal receiver for anyone who wants exibility, simplicity, and outstanding performance.
The RX-1052 conclusively proves that stereo is very much a part of todays world where both music and movies provide enriching entertainment for the entire family. The RX-1052 doesnt limit itself to one room either. In fact, the RX-1052s unique combination of capabilities means you can enjoy your music and video sources in many different areas of your home: the den, beside the pool, in the kitchen, or simply relaxing in the living room.

Where Performance Counts

Consider the RX-1052s basic capabilities for starters. Here, Balanced Design results in superior performance indeed. We rate power output very conservatively at 100 watts RMS per channel. But there are important differences between this rating and ones you may see from other manufacturers. Thats because the RX-1052 features a rock-solid power supply built around an oversized custom-manufactured toroidal transformer coupled to high quality storage capacitors. Eight discrete, high current output transistors insure uncompromising reproduction of the most difficult sources, even when the RX-1052 is used with inefficient speakers in large rooms. Connecting those speakers is easy thanks to high quality, four-way binding posts. And switching between speaker pairs is even easier thanks to remote selection. For the vinyl aficionado or just folks who continue to enjoy a substantial record collection the RX-1052 features a high quality phono preamplifier optimized for moving magnet cartridges.
Your New Stereo Centerpiece With Video!
For those who dont desire the multiple speaker boxes required for surround sound, the RX-1052 is the perfect complement to a new flat-panel TV and video sources like a DVD player or satellite box. Four composite video inputs, a monitor output, and video switching makes integrating your existing audio gear with the newest video components surprisingly easy.

Beyond A Single Room

The RX-1052 can be the multi-room/multi-source heart of a whole house audio/video system! When used with six channels of external amplification either three stereo amps or an all-in-one six channel model like Rotels RMB-1066 the RX-1052 lets you direct up to eight audio or A/V sources to as many as four different locales. You maintain fully independent source selection, power on/off, and volume adjustment for each zone! And if you want to get down and party, the RX-1052s Party Mode lets you do just that by piping the same source throughout your home. The RX-1052 includes four independent composite video outputs, too, so you can watch what you want where you want to watch it. Independent IR (infrared) links give you source control from any room while four separate 12 volt trigger circuits energize just those system components you need for maximum enjoyment and maximum energy conservation.

For Your Consideration

The RX-1052 combines stunning performance, flexibility, and an impressive array of the features you want most.
Balanced Design: comprehensive parts selection, advanced circuit board layout, and extensive listening tests for superior performance and long term reliability Four audio-only inputs: Phono (MM), Tuner (internal), CD, and Tape Four audio and composite video inputs for A/V sources Four audio and composite video outputs (main zone + three remote zones) Independent source selection and volume adjustment for all remote zones 30 preset AM/FM tuner with frequency direct access Independent source selection for listening and recording Custom label capability for all A/V inputs A & B speaker outputs (with remote selection) Headphone output IR (infrared) remote control capability for RX-1052 and Rotel DVD and CD players Bi-directional RS-232 computer data port for use with touch-screen control systems Upgradeable microprocessor software Detachable IEC power cord

Continuous Amplifier Power 100 watts/channel (2020k Hz, <0.05% THD, 8 ohms) Total Harmonic Distortion <0.05% at rated power Intermodulation Distortion (60 Hz:7 kHz) <0.05% at rated power Frequency Response Line Level: 10 Hz - 70 kHz, 3 dB Phono: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 1 dB Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF A weighted) Line Level: 92 dB Phono: 74 dB Input Overload Line Inputs: 5 V Phono Inputs: >120 mV Preamplifier Output Voltage 1.0 V (160 mV Input) Input Sensitivity/Impedance Line Level: 160 mV/47 kohms Phono: 2.5 mV/47 kohms Tone Controls (Bass/Treble) 8 dB at 100 Hz/10 kHz
Frequency Response 3 Hz-10 MHz, 3 dB Signal to Noise Ratio 45 dB Input Impedance 75 ohms Output Impedance 75 ohms Output Level 1 volt

FM TunerCont.

FM Tuner
Usable Sensitivity 14.2 dBf 50dB Quieting Sensitivity 20.2 dBf (mono) / 45.3 dBf (stereo) Signal to Noise Ratio (at 65 dBf) 70 dBf (mono) / 65 dBf (stereo) Harmonic Distortion (at 65 dBf) 0.3% (mono) / 0.5% (stereo) Frequency Response 30 Hz-14 kHz, 1.5 dB Capture Ratio 2.0 dB
Alternate Channel Selectivity 47 dB (400 kHz) Spurious Response Ratio 80 dB Image Response Ratio 65 dB IF Response Ratio 80 dB AM Suppression Ratio 52 dB Stereo Separation (100Hz/1 kHz/10 kHz): 40 dB/45 dB/35 dB Output level 1.0 V Antenna Input 75 ohms unbalanced

AM TunerCont.

Signal to Noise Ratio 40 dB Output level 250 mV Antenna Input Loop Antenna

General

AM Tuner
Sensitivity 500 V/m Selectivity 25 dB Image Response Ratio 35 dB
Power Consumption 300 watts 28.4 watts (idle) 13.2 watts (standby) Power Requirements (AC) 115 volts, 60 Hz (USA version) 230 volts, 50 Hz (European version) Weight 10.8 Kg/30.4 lb. Dimensions (W x H x D) 432 x 121 x 359 mm 17 x 43/4 x 141/8 Front Panel Height (feet removed/for rack mount) 109 mm / 4.3
Rotel of America - 54 Concord Street - N. Reading, MA 01864 - Phone: 978.664.3820 - Fax: 978.664.4109

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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 interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: Call the CATV system or antenna installers attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC. This provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, species that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. See installation diagram. 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.

Rear Panel

This section provides a short overview of the connections on the rear panel of the RX-1052. Detailed instructions for hooking up each type of component are provided in the following section.

TV Monitor Output p

The video output of the RX-1052 sends the video signal to your TV monitor. Connect the TV MONITOR output to an RCA composite video input on your television monitor. Whatever input source is selected on the RX-1052 will appear on screen.
These inputs accept left/right analog audio signals from a standard moving magnet phono cartridge and a ground connection for the turntable.
Phono Inputs h Phono Ground y

Speaker Outputs [

These inputs accept left and right analog signals from a CD player.

CD Inputs j

The RX-1052 has a built-in stereo amplier to power left and right speakers. There are two pairs of connections on the back panel which allow you to connect two pairs of speakers (A and B) and select them with front-panel buttons. NOTE: The combined speaker impedance must be a minimum of 4 ohms. If you are driving just one pair of speakers (A or B connections), use speakers with a nominal impedance of 4 ohms or higher. If you are driving two pairs of speakers (A and B) simultaneously, use speakers rated at 8 ohms or higher.
The RX-1052 provides a set of audio tape connections (labeled TAPE) with a pair of inputs and a pair of record outputs that provide a signal for recording.
Tape Inputs and Outputs k

VIDEO Inputs/Outputs l;

Zone 24 Outputs sdf

Cable selection

Use standard audio cables with RCA connectors for all analog audio connections. Use the following color code: Left channel audio: white Right channel audio: red For composite video signals, use a single 75 ohm video cable with an RCA connector at each end. Use the following standard color code: Composite video: yellow NOTE: Do not use standard audio cables in place of 75 ohm video cables. Audio cables will usually pass the signal, but will degrade the quality. When making signal connections, follow the color codes carefully at both ends of each cable.
There are two sets of connections for video source components. Each group includes a pair of RCA analog audio inputs and outputs at the bottom and an RCA composite video input and output at the top. The outputs send audio and video signals for recording to a VCR. NOTE: These video source input/outputs may also be used for an audio-only source. Simply omit the video connections.

Three sets of output connections distribute stereo audio and composite signals to three remote zones. Each zone has left and right pre-amp level audio outputs plus a composite video output for connection of a TV monitor.

PRE OUT Output g

The PRE OUT connections provide left and right pre-amp level audio outputs for use with a separate or additional power amplier in the main room or nearby (Zone 1).
These two audio/video inputs allow connection of additional video components such as a play-only VCR, DVD player, LaserDisc player, or DSS satellite receiver. There are no outputs for sending a record out signal to these components. These video source inputs may also be used for an audio-only source. Simply omit the video connection. NOTE: When using a Rotel DVD player, connect it to the VIDEO 4 inputs. This allows using the supplied remote to operate the basic transport functions of the Rotel DVD player.

VIDEO Inputs

AM Antenna t
The RX-1052 includes a loop antenna to receive AM radio signals. The twin wires from this loop antenna are connected to the AM LOOP connectors.

FM Antenna a

The RX-1052 is supplied with a T-shaped indoor FM antenna. Connect the attached coax F-type plug to the FM antenna connector on the RX-1052.

AC Input ]

Your RX-1052 is congured at the factory for the proper AC line voltage in the country where you purchased it (USA: 120 volts/60Hz AC or CE: 230 volts /50 Hz AC ). The AC line conguration 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 labels are preserved indenitely, even if sthe RX-1052 is disconnected from AC power.
Four 3.5 mm mini-jacks (labeled ZONE 2, ZONE 3, ZONE 4, and EXT IN) receive command codes from an industry-standard infrared receivers (Xantech, etc.). EXT IN: The EXT IN 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 2 4: The ZONE jacks are used with IR repeater systems to receive signals from IR control systems in remote zones and control the RX-1052 only for the corresponding zone. For example, remote control signals sent to the ZONE 2 input control only the ZONE 2 features of the RX-1052. Signals received at any of these inputs and can be relayed to other components. Consult your authorized Rotel dealer for information on infrared repeater systems and the proper wiring of a 3.5 mm mini-plugs to t the REM IN jacks. NOTE: The IR signals from the IR IN jacks can be relayed to source components using external IR emitters or hard-wired connections from the IR OUT jacks. See the following section for additional information.

See Figure 4 The RX-1052 includes a plastic loop antenna to receive AM radio signals. Remove this antenna from the box and locate it near the RX-1052. It can be tacked to a wall, using the mounting tab provided. Alternatively, you can fold the center portion of the antenna to form a tabletop stand. Connect the 300 ohm twin-conductor wire from the loop antenna to the push terminals labeled AM LOOP, attaching one wire to each terminal. It does not matter which wire attaches to which terminal, but make sure that the connections are solid and that the two wires do not touch. You may need to rotate or otherwise reorient the antenna to nd the best position. NOTE: To use an outdoor antenna, connect its 300 ohm twin-conductor wire to the terminals in place of the loop antenna.
To connect audio outputs to a remote zone, connect the left and right ZONE audio outputs to the left and right line level inputs on an amplier for the remote zone. To connect a TV monitor in the remote zone, connect the ZONE video output to a composite video input on the TV. For remote control from the remote zone, connect a compatible powered infrared sensor in the remote zone to the corresponding Zone 2, 3, or 4 IR IN connection. To automatically turn on or off a Rotel amplier in the remote zone, connect the corresponding Zone 2, 3, or 4 12V TRIG OUT connection to the 12 V Trigger input on the amplier.

USING THE RX-1052

To guide you through the operation of the RX-1052, this section of the manual starts with explaining the basic layouts and functions of the remote control and front panel. Then, we explain the basic operations such as turning the unit on and off, adjusting volume, selecting a source for listening, etc. Following that is a detailed explanation tuning radio stations. Then, come instructions for conguring the RX-1052 for various types of recordings. Finally, there are instructions for additional features and Zone 2 operations. Throughout this manual, numbers in gray boxes refer to the RX-1052 illustration at the front of this manual. Letters refer to the RR-AT95 remote control illustration. When both appear, the function is found on both the RX-1052 and the remote. When only one appears, that function is found only on the RX-1052 or the remote.

PRE OUT Connections g

See Figure 10 These output connections are for use when you wish to use a separate additional power amplier with loudspeakers connected to the RX-1052 for the main room (Zone 1), or with a pair of extension speakers for an adjacent area without separate control. Connect the PRE OUT sockets to the Line Input or Main In inputs of the separate power amplier, in the same way as you would connect the ZONE 2, 3 or 4 sockets to an additional power amplier for use in another room. Input selection and volume will then be controlled in the normal way by the RX-1052 front panel controls and remote control buttons. NOTE: When using the PRE OUT sockets, the built-in power amplier section of the RX-1052 will also continue to function normally, providing output to connected loudspeakers.
See Figure 4 The RX-1052 is supplied with a T-shaped indoor FM antenna. Connect the coax F-type plug to the FM antenna connector on the RX-1052. For best reception, unfold the T-shaped antenna. Eyelets at both ends of the T allow tacking the antenna to a wall, if desired. Experiment with positioning for best reception. NOTE: To use an outdoor antenna, connect its 75 ohm coax lead wire to the FM connector instead of the indoor wire antenna, only after a professional contractor has installed the antenna system in accordance with local electrical codes.
Controls, Buttons and Features
The following is an overview of the controls, buttons, and features of the RX-1052. Details of their use are provided later in this manual.

RR-AT96 Remote Control

The RX-1052 includes a remote control that operates the receiver and is pre-programmed to operate many Rotel CD and DVD players.

Front-panel Display 6

ZONE Connections

See Figure 10

The display on the front panel of the RX-1052 provides information about the status of the unit, tuner reception, and special features. The main portion of the display typically shows the current input source (or radio station frequency). Icons at the left of the display show the tuning band (AM or FM). Icons across the top assist in tuning radio stations. A TUNED indicator lights when a sufciently strong station is being received. A STEREO indicator lights when a stereo FM signal is being received. The display can be turned off, if desired. See the DISP button section for instructions.
The RX-1052 provides three sets of connections for remote zones. Labelled ZONE 2, ZONE 3, and ZONE 4, each set of connections has left and right line level audio outputs and a composite video output.

Remote Sensor 1

This sensor receives IR signals from the remote control. Do not block this sensor unless an external IR receiver is used.
This jack accepts a standard 1/4 inch stereo headphone plug. Use an adaptor if your headphones have a smaller plug. NOTE: Inserting a headphone plug does not automatically disable the speaker outputs. Use the SPEAKER buttons described in the next section to turn the speakers on or off during headphone listening.

LABEL Button

The LABEL button on the remote is used with the ENTER button in programming custom labels for the input buttons. These custom labels appear in the front panel display when an input is selected.
The STOP , PLAY , TRACK , and RANDOM buttons on the remote are used for operating Rotel CD and DVD players. They are not used in operating the RX-1052.

CD/DVD Buttons

ENTER Button
The ENTER button on the remote serves two functions. To adjust the tone settings, repeatedly press the ENTER button until BASS or TREBLE is displayed. Then, use the CHARACTER +/ buttons to increase or decrease the selected tone setting. The ENTER button is also used following the press of the LABEL button in programming custom labels.

CHARACTER +/ Buttons

The CHARACTER +/ buttons on the remote have three functions: They can be used in selecting an input for recording or remote zones when used following a press of the SEL buttons. They can be used to adjust the TREBLE or BASS following selection of tone controls with the ENTER button. They can be used to select characters in custom input labels following a press of the LABEL button.
The front panel STANDBY button functions as a toggle switch. Press the button to activate the unit; press again to put the unit in standby mode. The ON/OFF buttons on the remote serve the same function, but provide discrete ON (active) or OFF (standby) commands. NOTE: When using the Zone capability of the RX-1052, standby is independent for the main room and the remote zones. ON/OFF commands sent from the remote in the main room will not affect the other zones. Pressing the ON/OFF buttons on a remote located in a remote zone will only affect that zone and not the main room. To switch all zones to standby mode from any room, press and hold the OFF button. When a remote zone is activated, the Zone LED on the front panel lights. There are three available power mode options, which may be useful in conguring the RX-1052 for special system congurations. See the Setting Power Mode topic for additional details.

BAND Buttons 5O

Press the BAND button on the front panel or the remote to toggle between AM and FM reception.

PTY, TP and TA Buttons

TUNING Buttons 4M
These buttons are used for the advanced search options available with the RDS system on some FM broadcasts. See RDS Reception in the Additional Features section for more details
The TUNING buttons on the front panel or the remote control provide two different tuning functions, depending on the mode of operation: frequency tuning or preset tuning.

Volume Adjustments wC

Basic Operations
This section covers the basic operating controls of the RX-1052 and the remote.
The listening volume of the RX-1052 can be adjusted from the front panel or the remote. Front Panel: Rotate the front panel VOLUME knob clockwise to increase the volume, counterclockwise to decrease. Remote: Press the VOL UP button to increase the volume; press the VOL DOWN button to decrease. With any input other than the Tuner, the Volume setting is displayed as two digits following the input name: Example: VIDEO 1 45

MEMORY Button =F

The front panel MEMORY button and the MEM button on the remote are used with the NUMERIC buttons to store station presets.

Power and Standby On/Off

The rear panel POWER switch on the RX-1052 is a master power switch. The switch must be in the ON position for the unit to operate. When it is in the OFF position, the unit is fully off and cannot be activated from the front panel or remote control. In normal operation, the rear panel POWER switch is always left in the ON position. The RX-1052 is activated and deactivated using the front panel STANDBY button or the remote ON/OFF buttons. When activated, the RX-1052 is fully functional and the front panel display illuminated. When deactivated, the unit goes into a standby mode, with minimal power applied to the microprocessor. NOTE: When the unit has AC power applied and the rear panel POWER switch is on, the front panel STANDBY LED lights, regardless of whether the unit is in standby mode or activated.

NUMERIC Buttons

The NUMERIC buttons on the remote are used to enter the number of a memorized station preset or for direct entry of a station frequency. These buttons are also used for operating Rotel CD and DVD players.

Press the SEL button repeatedly until the desired zone (Z2, Z3, Z4, MAIN) followed by an input name appears in the front panel display. Then, press one of the eight INPUT buttons within 10 seconds to change the input selection for that zone. Alternatively, you can press the CHARACTER +/ buttons on the remote to step through all of the inputs. After 10 seconds with no selection, the INPUT buttons revert to normal operation, selecting a source for listening. NOTE: Pressing the ZONE button without rst selecting a zone with the SEL button allows control of ZONE 2. You can select an input for ZONE 2 within ten seconds.
Selecting the Same Input for all Outputs erRS

Tone Adjustments qGQ

You can adjust BASS and TREBLE settings from the front panel or the remote. From the front panel: Turn the BASS or TREBLE controls clockwise to increase the low frequencies or high frequencies. From the remote: Press the ENTER button repeatedly to select the desired tone adjustment. BASS or TREBLE will appear in the front panel display. Then, press the CHARACTER +/ buttons to increase or decrease the selected setting.
The RX-1052 allows independent selection of an input source for recording, allowing you to record one source while listening to another. The input signal selected for recording appears at the TAPE OUT and VIDEO 1/VIDEO 2 audio and video outputs. Press the SEL button. The word REC appears in display. Then, press one of the INPUT buttons within 5 seconds to change the input selection. After 5 seconds with no selection, the INPUT buttons revert to normal operation, selecting a source for listening.
Selecting an Input for Recording 7rBR
You may wish to have the same input for listening, recording, and all of the remote zones. The RX-1052 makes this conguration (called Party Mode) easy by linking the inputs for recording and remote zones to the input selected for listening. When linked, changing the input selection for listening will automatically change the input for recording and remote zones. To activate Party Mode, press and hold one of the remote control Input buttons at main room or press and hold the ZONE button for 3 seconds. The word PARTY appears in the display and the ZONE LED ashes for ten seconds. The record input selection and all remote zone input selections will be displayed as SOURCE, indicating that they are linked to the input selected for listening. While in PARTY mode, a P indicator appears in the display. To cancel Party mode, press and hold the SEL button for at least 3 seconds. Party Mode is cancelled as indicated by the temporary display of the words PARTY OFF in the front panel display. The recording input and the inputs for all remote zones revert to their last previous selection, no longer linked to the listening input. You can also cancel the link for just the record output or for one individual zone by selecting a different input for that output. In this case, the input selection for the unchanged record output or remote zones remained linked to the listening input selection. Any source change cancels the P indicator in the display.

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Selecting FM Mono -G

Selecting AM or FM 5O
Press a BAND button on the front panel or remote to toggle between AM and FM reception. An indicator in the front-panel display conrms your choice and the frequency of the currently tuned station is shown.

Tuning Stations 4M

The MONO button toggles the FM mode from stereo reception to mono reception. In stereo mode, a stereo signal will be heard if the station is broadcasting a stereo signal and there is sufcient signal strength. An ST indicator will light in the front-panel display. In mono mode, a mono signal will be heard even if the station is broadcasting a stereo signal. NOTE: Switching to mono mode can improve the reception of weak or distant FM signals. Less signal strength is required for clean mono reception than for stereo reception.
The TUNING buttons provide three different tuning functions, depending on the mode of operation.

Additional Features

Turning the Display On/Off
To turn the front panel display on or off, press and hold the DISP button on the remote control. When the display is off, pressing any control button turns the display on for ve seconds.
In addition, RDS provides several advanced search features including: Search for a station with the desired program content (PTY).T Search for trafc information (TP). U Search for stations broadcasting special trafc announcements (TA). V The PTY search function scans for RDS stations broadcasting a particular type of program. 1. Press the PTY button T. The current RDS program content type appears in the display. 2. If desired, change to a different PROGRAM TYPE using the DOWN/UP buttons to scroll through the list. 3. Press the PTY button a second time within 5 seconds.The receiver will attempt to nd an RDS station broadcasting the selected type of program.If the button is not pressed within 5 seconds after selecting a program type, the PTY function will be cancelled. 4. If no station is located for the desired content type, the receiver will return to the last previously tuned station. 5. Cancel the PTY function by pressing any button (except MONO). The TP Button searches for an RDS station broadcasting traffic information programming: 1. Press the TP button U. The receiver will attempt to nd an RDS station broadcasting the trafc programming. 2. If no station is located,the receiver will return to the last previously tuned station. 3. Cancel the TP function by pressing any button (except MONO). The TA Button searches for an RDS station broadcasting special trafc announcements: 1. Press the TA button V. The receiver will attempt to nd an RDS station broadcasting trafc announcements. 2. If no station is located,the receiver will return to the last previously tuned station. 3. Cancel the TA function by pressing any button (except MONO).

RDS Reception 6DTUV

NOTE: The RDS features are entirely dependent on the broadcaster sending encoded signals. Thus, they will only be available where RDS is currently implemented and where stations are broadcasting these data signals. If there are no RDS stations in your area, the RX-1052 will function as a standard radio receiver.
RDS (the Radio Data System) allows FM broadcasters to transmit encoded information along with the radio signal. This data signal is decoded by an RDS-equipped receiver such as the RX-1052 and can provide a range of informational features including: A display of the stations identifying name (e.g. BBC1). A display of the stations program content (e.g. ROCK or NEWS). Trafc information broadcasts. A scrolling text display for announcements or information. RDS broadcasting has been widely available in European markets for many years, and more recently has become widespread in the USA (where it was previously referred to as RBDS). Ask your authorized Rotel dealer for information on RDS broadcasting in your area. There are ve display options when the tuned station is broadcasting RDS data and the RDS indicator in the display is lit. Press the DISPLAY button D to step through the ve available options: 1. Standard FREQUENCY display. 2. PROGRAM SERVICE name. This is typically the stations call letters, such as BBC1. If the current station is not broadcasting an RDS signal, the display will show NO NAME DATA. 3. PROGRAM TYPE. This is a description of the stations content from a standardized list of program types in each market. If the station is not broad- casting an RDS signal,the display will show NO PTY DATA. 4. CLOCK TIME. A time and date display broadcast by the station. If the station is not broadcasting an RDS signal,the display will show NO TIME DATA. 5. RADIO TEXT. Additional scrolling text messages broadcast by the station. If the station is not broadcasting an RDS signal,the display will show NO TEXT DATA.
Controlling other Rotel Components EBQK
The STOP , PLAY , TRACK , RANDOM, and NUMERIC buttons on the remote operate Rotel CD and DVD players. To control a CD player: Press the CD INPUT button on the remote to select the CD as the active input. The transport, RANDOM, and NUMERIC buttons control the CD player until a different INPUT button is selected. To control a DVD player: Press the V4 INPUT button on the remote to select the DVD as the source. The transport, RANDOM, and NUMERIC buttons control the DVD player until a different INPUT button is selected. Note that the DVD player must be connected to the V4 inputs for this feature to function properly.

Custom Setup Procedures

Custom Labels
You can program the RX-1052 to display custom names (up to seven characters long) for each of the source inputs. For example, you could relabel VIDEO 1 as VCR or VIDEO 2 as DVD. To program custom labels: 1. Select the source input you wish to relabel. Its name appears in the display. 2. Press and hold the LABEL button on the remote until the characters in the display change to blinking solid blocks. 3. Use the CHARACTER +/ buttons on the remote to scroll through the character set. When the desired character is displayed, press the ENTER button on the remote to proceed to the next character. 4. Repeat the Step 3 to enter the remaining characters. After the last character is programmed, the new name is saved automatically. When the source is selected, the original label (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.) appears briey, followed by the custom label.

With a properly congured IR repeater system, you can control of each zone using the RX-1052 remote from the remote location. You can select and operate a source, adjust the volume, and turn the zone on or off. If the tuner is not in use for the main room, you can also tune AM/FM stations from the remote location. Whatever commands you send from the remote zone will change that zone and only that zone, just as if you were controlling a totally independent audio system in that room. These changes will have no effect on the main listening room (except for shared sources). NOTE: It is not possible to control the RDS function on FM broadcasts from zone 2, 3 or 4. To turn a zone on or off, press the ON/OFF buttons on the remote. To adjust the volume, press the VOLUME buttons on the remote. To select a different analog input source, press one of the INPUT buttons on the remote. You can also use the CHARACTER +/ buttons to step through the source inputs. Select the SOURCE option to link the input for the selected zone to the input used for listening in the main room. When linked, changing the input in the main room will automatically change it in the remote zone, too. NOTE: When a remote zone is activated, the front panel ZONE LED lights.
MORE INFORMATION Protection Circuit
A thermal protection circuit protects the amplier against potential damage in the event of extreme or faulty operating conditions. Unlike many designs, the RX-1052s protection circuit is independent of the audio signal and has no impact on sonic performance. Instead, the protection circuit monitors the temperature of the output devices and shuts down the amplier if temperatures exceed safe limits. Should a faulty condition arise, the amplier will stop playing. If this happens, turn the amplier off, let it cool down for several minutes, and attempt to identify and correct the problem. When you turn the amplier back on, the protection circuit will automatically reset.

Specications

Continuous Amplier Power 100 watts/channel (2020k Hz, <0.05% THD, 8 ohms) Total Harmonic Distortion <0.05% at rated power Intermodulation Distortion (60 Hz:7 kHz) <0.05% at rated power Frequency Response Line Level: 10 Hz - 70 kHz, 3 dB Phono: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 1 dB Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF A weighted) Line Level: 92 dB Phono: 74 dB Input Overload Line Inputs: 5 V Phono Inputs: >120 mV Preamplier Output Voltage 1.0 V (200 mV Input) Input Sensitivity/Impedance Line Level: 200 mV/47 kohms Phono: 2.5 mV/47 kohms Tone Controls (Bass/Treble) 8 dB at 100 Hz/10 kHz

FM Tuner

Usable Sensitivity 14.2 dBf 50dB Quieting Sensitivity 20.2 dBf (mono) 45.3 dBf (stereo) Signal to Noise Ratio (at 65 dBf) 70 dBf (mono) 65 dBf (stereo) Harmonic Distortion (at 65 dBf) 0.3% (mono) 0.5% (stereo) Frequency Response 30 Hz-14 kHz, 1.5 dB Capture Ratio 2.0 dB Alternate Channel Selectivity 47 dB (400 kHz) Spurious Response Ratio 80 dB Image Response Ratio 65 dB IF Response Ratio 80 dB AM Suppression Ratio 52 dB Stereo Separation (100Hz/1 kHz/10 kHz): 40 dB/45 dB/35 dB Output level 850 mV Antenna Input 75 ohms unbalanced

AM Tuner

Sensitivity 500 V/m Selectivity 25 dB Image Response Ratio 35 dB Signal to Noise Ratio 40 dB Output level 250 mV Antenna Input Loop Antenna

General

Power Consumption 300 watts 28.4 watts (idle) 13.2 watts (standby) Power Requirements (AC) 120 volts, 60 Hz (USA version) 230 volts, 50 Hz (European version) Weight 10.8 Kg/30.4 lb. Dimensions (W x H x D) 432 x 121 x 359 mm 17 x 43/4 x 141/8 Front Panel Height (feet removed/for rack mount) 109 mm / 4.3
Frequency Response 3 Hz-10 MHz, 3 dB Signal to Noise Ratio 45 dB Input Impedance 75 ohms Output Impedance 75 ohms Output Level 1 volt
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