Rotel Six Channel Power Amplifier RB-976 User Manual

POWER
SIX CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER RB-976
LEVEL ADJUST
BRIDGED MONO
CHANNEL
12
A
34
B
56
C
RB-976
SIX CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER
AMPLIFICATEUR DE PUISSANCE À SIX CANAUX
SECHSKANAL-ENDSTUFE
AMPLIFICATORE DI POTENZA A SEI CANALI
ETAPA DE POTENCIA DE SEIS CANALES
Owner’s Manual
Guide d’utilisation
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuale di Istruzioni
Manual de Instrucciones

Rotel Six Channel Power Amplifier RB-976 Specifications

General

Number of Channels	6
Input Sensitivity	1V
Power Consumption	400 watts
Frequency Response	10Hz - 100kHz (±1dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion	0.03%
Dimensions	440 x 121 x 347 mm
Continuous Power Output	60 watts per channel (8 ohms, all channels driven)

Summary

RB-976 Safety and Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Risk of shock, no user service, moisture, foreign objects, qualified service personnel.

Electrical and Operational Safety

Plug-in safety, cord routing, ventilation, heat, and surface placement guidelines.

Emergency Procedures

Actions for immediate shutdown on damage, spills, or malfunctions.

RB-976 Controls and Connections

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Power switch, indicator lights, and level adjustment controls on the front panel.

Rear Panel Connectivity

Input signal connectors, selector switches, and speaker binding posts on the rear panel.

AC Power Input

Connection port for the main AC power cord.

RB-976 Connection Diagrams

Normal Stereo Wiring Diagram

Illustration of standard input and speaker connections for stereo operation.

Bridged Mono Wiring Diagram

Illustration of input and speaker connections for bridged mono operation.

About Rotel Company

Company History and Philosophy

Rotel's history, music passion, engineering, and commitment to value.

Getting Started with RB-976

Product Overview and Setup

Overview of amplifier capabilities, speaker compatibility, and initial setup.

Importance of Manual Review

Emphasizes reading the manual for installation, operation, and system configuration.

RB-976 Placement and Ventilation

Optimal Placement Guidelines

Ensuring adequate airflow, stability, and protection from heat sources.

RB-976 Protection Circuitry

Thermal Protection Mechanism

Details on thermal protection and how to reset the amplifier after shutdown.

RB-976 AC Power and Controls

AC Power Input and Switch

Connecting the AC power cord and operating the front panel power switch.

Indicator Lights and Level Controls

Understanding indicator lights and using level adjustment controls.

RB-976 Input Configuration

Selector Switches and Linking

Using input selector switches for stereo, bridged, or link modes.

Signal Input Connection

Connecting preamplifier or processor outputs via RCA cables.

RB-976 Speaker Connection

Speaker Selection and Wiring

Guidance on speaker impedance, wire choice, polarity, and stereo wiring.

RB-976 Bridged Mono Operation

Bridging for Higher Output

Instructions for bridging channels for 150W output, including wiring.

RB-976 Troubleshooting

Addressing No Power Issues

Troubleshooting steps for when the power indicator is not lit.

Resolving No Sound Issues

Steps to diagnose and fix problems resulting in no sound output.

RB-976 Specifications

Technical Performance Data

Detailed power, distortion, frequency response, impedance, and input specs.

Physical and Electrical Data

Dimensions, weight, power requirements, and consumption details.

RB-976 Contact Information

Rotel Global Office Locations

Contact details for Rotel headquarters in Japan and regional offices in USA and Europe.