User manual MCINTOSH RCT4

[. . . ] Remote Control Translator Repeater RCT4 Owner's Manual McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 FAX: 607-724-0549 Thank You Thank you for your decision to own this McIntosh RCT-4 Remote Control Translator Repeater. The McIntosh dedication to "Quality, " is assurance that it will provide you with many years of enjoyment. Please take time to read this manual, as it will help you to become more familiar with your new McIntosh. [. . . ] Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and clean the panel with a cloth moistened with a window cleaner. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Do not permit objects or liquids of any kind to be pushed, spilled and/or fall into the equipment through enclosure openings. Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC power outlet when left unused for a long period of time. Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to a qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. The AC Adapter or the output power cord has been damaged. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the equipment. The equipment has been exposed to rain or water. Introduction and Performance Features D. The equipment does not operate normally by following the operating instructions contained within this owner's manual. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. The equipment has been dropped or damaged in any way. The equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service. Do not attempt to service beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other service should be referred to qualified service personnel. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by McIntosh or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. Introduction The McIntosh RCT-4 Remote Control Translator Repeater allows other brand remote controlled products to be operated in a McIntosh system. Performance Features · The RCT-4 provides the same functionality of a universal remote control without the disadvantages. · The RCT-4 can translate up to 29 IR (Infra-Red) commands of most other brand components and fourteen commands can be continuous. · Four individual translator circuits allow four other brand components to be controlled. · The Translator operates from McIntosh Remote Controls or Keypads. · Control is possible with IR emitters or by data cables. · Easy learning requires only a McIntosh Remote Control and the Remote Control of the other brand component. · All four RCT-4 channels automatically operate as a Repeater even though a channel(s) has learned commands. · All Learning functions are permanently stored in memory. 5 Dimensions and Installation Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your RCT-4. 8-9/16" 21. 74cm 5-5/16" 13. 49cm 3-1/16" 7. 78cm Note: Add 1/8" (0. 32cm) to allow for recessed feet on the bottom Installation The RCT-4 can be placed upright on a table or shelf, standing on its four feet. Cool operation ensures the longest possible operating life for any electronic instrument. Do not install the RCT-4 directly above a heat generating component such as a high powered amplifier. Consideration should be given to allow easy access to the RCT-4 for the Learning Operation Procedure; at least one foot of space to the left of the RCT-4 for placing the remote controls. If the RCT-4 is to be used as a repeater, the distance between the RCT-4, the other brand component(s) and the emitter device should be considered. There is also needed additional space required for the cable connections to the front and rear of the RCT-4. 6 RCT-4 Front and Rear Panel Connections Sends data to a McIntosh IR Emitter used to control operation of a component Sends DATA Signals (Low to High) to the DATA input of the device being controlled Receives data from DATA ports on a McIntosh Control Center Sends DATA Signals (High to Low) to the DATA input of the device being controlled Note: The RCT-4 Front Panel Connections for all four control channels are identical. Connect to the supplied RCT-4 AC Adapter 7 Connection to Control Center or Preamplifier 1. [. . . ] Decide which push-button on the remote control you wish to use for the first learning function on the other brand component. Press and hold the desired push-button until the LEARN 1 LED stops flashing and stays On continuously. Note: When performing the following steps, be sure to press and hold down the remote control push-button until the RCT-4 STORE LED flashes at least 4. Place the other brand remote control in position and press the desired pushbutton for the control function. If the learning is successful, the STORE LED will flash and the LEARN LED will start to flash On and Off again indicating the RCT-4 is ready for learning the next command. Note: If the learning process is not successful, the ERROR LED will flash On and Off, then repeat steps 3 and 4 again. [. . . ]