RMDS-1
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
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SIMPLY COMPLETE HOME THEATER:
THE RM DIGITAL SOLUTION
Even if you don’t have the room for full-size home theater
speakers, you still deserve great sound. This is the theory behind
the development of “subwoofer/satellite” systems, whose coffee-
cup-sized satellites can be placed conveniently and invisibly
almost anywhere. These systems produce remarkable sound for
their size, but even the best “sub/sat” systems have never quite
equaled the performance of full-size speakers.
Knowing this, we set out to develop the ultimate “sub/sat” system.
One with the convenience of a “sub/sat” system, and the
performance you expect from Polk Audio.
PERFORMANCE
Ultimately, we found that the only way to achieve our
goal was to design not only the speaker system but the
preamp, surround processor, and amplifiers as well.
By optimizing the speakers and electronics for each
CONVENIENCE
SIMPLICITY
other we achieved a much higher level of performance than any
previous sub/sat system!
When we were finished, we found we had created something
entirely new: a no-compromise sub/sat surround system with all
of the electronics for a high-performance Dolby Digital home
theatre—integrated into a single, complete system.
We call it the RM Digital Solution: “An Intelligent A/V Pre-amp
Processor and High Performance Loudspeaker System.” With
the RMDS-1, you have everything you need—except sources.
There’s no need to choose a receiver or separate surround
processor or multi-channel power amplifier. With the RMDS-1
you already have them. They’re built-in. And, most importantly,
you know that they were designed specifically for each other to
deliver no-compromise performance.
You don’t need an advanced degree in digital electronics to get the
most out of this system. We’ve done the work for you. The RMDS-1
is a complete system. Everything is pre-optimized to achieve
the best possible performance. No complicated
setup procedures are required.
Simply plug everything in, and enjoy!
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8. Accessories-Do not place these appliances on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
audio/video products may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
products. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or
sold with the appliances. Any mounting of the appliances should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use mounting accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
9. Ventilation-Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the appliances and to protect them from overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the products on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface. These products should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
register. These products should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
10. Power Sources-These products should be operated only from the type of power source indicated
on the marking labels. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your
appliance dealer or local power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power,
or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11. Grounding or Polarization-These products are equipped with polarized alternating-current line
plugs (plugs having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
12. Power-Cord Protection-Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the appliances.
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding-If an outside
antenna or cable system is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with
respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection
See Figure 1.
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
14. Lightning-For added protection for these audio/video products during a lightning storm, or when
they are left un-attended and unused for long periods of time, unplug them from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the products due to lightning
and power-line surges.
15. Power Lines-An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power
lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16. Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
17. Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of any kind into these products through openings as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric
shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on these audio/video products.
18. Servicing-Do not attempt to service these products yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service-Unplug these products from wall outlets and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the products
c. If the products have been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the products do not operate normally by following the operating instructions. 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.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV (Cable-TV) system installer's attention to Article
820-40 of the NEC, that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specified
that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to
the point of cable entry as practical.
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 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 instructions, 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 tuning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for service.
20. Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
21. Safety Check-Upon completion of any service or repairs to these products, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine that the products are in proper operating condition.
22. Carts and Stands-The appliances should be used only with a cart or stand that is
recommended by the manufacturer.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
23. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
NOTE:
Figure 1.
Changes or modifications may cause this unit to fail to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules
and may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
ACCORDING TO NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN
ARTICLE 810 -“RADIO AND TELEVISION EQUIPMENT”
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
These products were designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. There
are, however, some installation and operation precautions which you should be particularly aware of.
1. Read Instructions-All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the
system is operated.
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
2. Retain Instructions-The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings-All warnings on the appliances and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions-All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning-Unplug the appliances from wall outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
6. Attachments-Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they
may cause hazards.
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
7. Water and Moisture-Do not use these appliances near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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RMDS-1 FEATURES
• You want to enjoy a home theater system, not have it take over your home.
• Half of the world is looking for the meaning of life. The other half is
looking for better bass. (This is as good as humor gets in the audio
business.) If you are part of the latter group, we’ve got the subwoofer
for you. The RMDS-1 subwoofer uses our patented Power Port bass
venting system to deliver deep, powerful bass with low distortion.
Your friends will be green with envy.
The RMDS-1 features 5 compact satellite speakers that easily integrate into
any room. They’re easy to hide but look great when visible. You can even
hang them on the wall with the supplied wall mount brackets. (Center
brackets not supplied.)
• The RMDS-1 is a fully integrated and performance optimized system.
That means all the parts were designed together for a single purpose:
to bring you the highest performance satellite/subwoofer system in the world.
• Most folks like more bass on movies than music. With the RMDS-1,
once you have set subwoofer level for each surround mode, the
system remembers and returns to that setting. We call this feature
subwoofer/source memory. If you are watching a DVD and you select a
bass level of -7, then switch to a CD in stereo and change the bass setting
to -10, the system will return to a bass setting of -7 when you go back to
the surround mode. We love this feature. We think you will too.
• Got a big room to fill? Not to worry. The RMDS-1 has a high power 6
channel power amplifier built right into the subwoofer enclosure.
This is an honest-to-goodness, beefy high-end power amp with all the
features that send audiophiles into rapture: high current, discrete
circuits, dynamic headroom... But forget the jargon, this system plays
loud and clean without strain even in large rooms.
• Simple, intuitive operation. Everyone in the house, from kids to
grandparents, can enjoy ultra high-performance home theater
entertainment without reading this dopey manual.
• The RMDS-1 also includes one of the world’s most sophisticated
digital surround sound processors, which hooks up to the power
amplifiers with a single convenient cable.
• You have lots of potential entertainment sources. The RMDS-1 has
enough analog and digital audio inputs to hook up any source – DVD,
Laserdisc, VCR, DSS, Tape, CD, Camcorder, and Cable TV.
• Plug’n’Play – the preamp/processor is pre-configured for the speakers
to bring you high performance right out of the box, without the need for
complicated set-up procedures.
• The RMDS-1 has three digital inputs, including an RF input, for laserdisc
players with an AC-3 RF output, plus two other digital inputs for a DVD
player and the latest Dolby Digital capable satellite TV (DSS) receivers.
• The perfectly matched front, rear, and center speakers ensure
seamless blending and lifelike surround sound effects. You’ll feel like
you are part of the action rather than a distant observer.
• The RMDS-1 comes with audiophile-grade cables with gold plated
connectors for hooking up all the parts of the RMDS-1 system.
• Home theater is a group experience. The RMDS-1 speakers were
designed to deliver broad, even dispersion of full-response sound
throughout the room. Everyone hears clean, clear dialog music and
sound effects.
• Is picture quality as important to you as the quality of sound? You’re
going to appreciate that the RMDS-1 offers S Video inputs and outputs
in addition to standard composite video. S video cables provide better
picture detail than conventional video cables.
• Some CDs have too much bass, some have too little. The same is
true for movies. Most people like to adjust bass volume from CD to CD,
movie to movie. We put the subwoofer volume control on the remote
to make it easy for you to get the right amount of bass without
leaving your chair.
• Would you like music in another room? No problem. The RMDS-1 has
independent Multi-Room stereo pre-amp outputs that allow you to hear
one source in a remote room while a different source is playing in the
main room. (Requires optional external stereo integrated amplifier and
speakers for the second zone.)
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Quick Start Guide (see illustrations on pages 8 and 9)
1. Remove all of the components and accessories from the
shipping cartons.
GETTING STARTED
2. Connect sources such as DVD player, VCR, etc. to the RMDS-1
audio and video inputs using coaxial (RCA-type) cables.
3. Connect the video output of the RMDS-1 preamp/processor to a
video input on your TV.
4. Connect the RMDS-1 to the subwoofer with the supplied 4
meter DB-25 cable.
5. Using the supplied speaker wires, connect the speakers to the
speaker terminals on the back of the subwoofer. Be sure to
maintain correct polarity ( + to +, - to -) on all channels. The wire
with the black band should always be connected to the black ( - )
terminal and the wire with the color band should always be
connected to the red ( + ) terminal.
6. Plug the AC cord that was in the subwoofer box into the AC
receptacle on the subwoofer.
7. Plug the AC cords from the preamp/processor and subwoofer
into 120V/60 Hz AC power outlets.
8. Turn the power switch on the subwoofer to the "Standby"
position.
9. Press the power button on the preamp/processor front panel or
remote control.
Carton Contents
Your new Polk Audio RM Digital Solution system comes in two
cartons. If you do not have any of the pieces listed below,
or if any component seems damaged, contact your Polk Audio
retailer immediately.
Carton 1:
One (1) RMDS-1 Preamp/Processor
One (1) Infrared remote control
Two (2) AA batteries for remote
Four (4) RM front and surround satellite speakers
One (1) RM center channel satellite speaker
Four (4) satellite wall-mount brackets with screws
Twenty (20) adhesive-backed rubber pads
Three (3) 20' (6M) speaker cables
Two (2) 40’ (12M) speaker cables
One (1) 4 Meter DB-25 interconnect cable
One (1) 4 Meter DB-25 interconnect cable
One (1) FM antenna wire
One (1) AM loop antenna
Carton 2:
10. Select the input of your choice.
11. Set volume and bass level to taste and enjoy!
One (1) RMDS-1 subwoofer with integrated 6 channel
power amplifier
One (1) IEC-type AC power cable
BASIC SETUP
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Area F - Remote Control Extension jacks
REAR PANEL GUIDED TOUR
These jacks are for potential future Polk Audio products. When we bring
out other electronic products, these jacks will help you unify the remote
control functions of the RMDS-1 and the new device.
Area A - Antenna Connections
This is where you hook up indoor or outdoor antennas for AM and FM
radio reception.
Area G - Multi-pin Connectors
(on Preamp/Processor and Subwoofer)
These may look like connectors for computer printers, but they are not.
This is the way the 6 channels of sound get from the preamp/processor
to the 6 amplifiers that are built in to the subwoofer enclosure. We even
supply the cable.
Area B - Audio Analog Inputs/Outputs
This is where connections are made for the analog audio outputs of
sources such as CD player, DVD player, tape deck, etc. It is a good idea
to connect the analog outputs of all sources, even sources such as DVD
and Laserdisc players that have digital audio connections. Doing so
allows the use of digital sources for multi-room sound.
Area H - Speaker Connections
(on Subwoofer)
This is where you hook up the speakers to the built-in amplifiers.
Area C - Multi-Room Outputs
These jacks allow you to use the sources (CD player, tape deck, etc.)
connected to the RMDS-1 as sources of sound in another room. See the
section on “Using Multi Room” on page 25 of this manual.
Area I - AC Outlets
Connect the power cables of components such as a cassette deck and
CD player to these outlets. The one marked UNSWITCHED is always
live as long as The RMDS-1 is plugged into a live outlet. A component
connected here may be left on permanently, or may be switched off
with its own power switch. Caution: In order to avoid potential turn-off
thumps, anything plugged in here should be turned on before the
RMDS-1 is turned on.
Area D - Video Inputs/Outputs
These jacks are used to feed the video signals of video players such as
VCR and DVD into the preamp/processor and then out to your TV. This
allows you to switch audio and video at the same time. For example,
when you want to switch from watching the VCR to watching the DVD,
you only have to push one button on the RMDS-1 remote instead of two
(one to switch audio on the RMDS-1 remote and one to switch video on
the TV remote).
The outlet marked SWITCHED only delivers power if the RMDS-1 is on.
This is a good place to plug in any component that you want to turn on
and off along with the RMDS-1 system. Check the AC power rating of
the components you want to plug into these outlets. If either component
draws more than 0.8 Amperes of current, do not use these outlets.
Plug the component directly into a wall socket or power strip.
There are two kinds of video jacks on the RMDS-1: standard
“composite,” and S-VHS (or S-video). If a video source and your TV have
S video connectors, use them; you will get a picture with more detail.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you connect a video source to the RMDS-1 with
an S-video cable, you must connect the TV to the RMDS-1 with an S-
video cable, or you will not see the picture on your TV. See “Connection
Precautions” on page 10.
Area J - Subwoofer AC functions
(on Subwoofer)
Once everything else is hooked up, set the switch to the “Standby”
position. If the system fails to function, disconnect the subwoofer’s
power cord from the AC outlet, remove and inspect the fuse. Replace
with 7.5A Slow Blow 250V fuse only.
Area E - Digital Inputs
This is where you connect sources with digital audio outputs, such as
DVD, 12" Laserdisc, and digital DSS receivers.
Area K - Pilot light
(on Subwoofer)
When the subwoofer is plugged in to a live AC outlet and the
power switch (J) is set to “Standby” this light will glow red while
the preamp/processor is “off,” and green when the preamp
processor is “on.”
IMPORTANT NOTE: The input jack labeled “LD RF” is for a Dolby
Digital RF signal from a 12" Laserdisc player only. Do not connect
a normal audio output terminal or the digital coaxial output of a
DVD player or any other source to the “LD RF” jack. You will
damage the RMDS-1 if you do.
AUDIO OUT (connect to subwoofer)
VIDEO
Video
TVout
VCR
Input
VCR Rec.
Out
AC OUTLET
ANTENNA
REMOTE
INPUTS
DSS
LD
DVD
SWITCHED
CONTROL
120V,60HZ
100W,0.8A
EXTENSION
S-VHS
OR
FM(75Ω) GROUND
AM
AC OUTLET
(in)
UNSWITCHED
120V,60HZ
100W,0.8A
Standard
(out)
LD
RF
Left
ANALOG
AUDIO
INPUTS
Right
DVD
DSS
D I G I TA L A U D I O I N P U T S
Multi-Room
Output
TAPE TAPE Rec.
In Out
VCR VCR Rec.
CD
DSS
LD
DVD
In
Out
AUDIO INPUT
FRONT
CENTER
SPEAKER OUTPUT
SURROUND
SPEAKER OUTPUT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
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BASIC SYSTEM HOOK UP
TV
VIDEO IN
AM LOOP ANTENNA
DVD PLAYER
VIDEO
OUT
DIGITAL OUT
AUDIO
FM ANTENNA
RMDS
AUDIO OUT (connect to subwoofer)
VIDEO
Video
TVout
VCR
Input
VCR Rec.
Out
AC OUTLET
SWITCHED
120V,60HZ
ANTENNA
REMOTE
INPUTS
DSS
LD
DVD
CONTROL
EXTENSION
100W,0.8A
S-VHS
OR
FM(75Ω) GROUND
AM
AC OUTLET
UNSWITCHED
120V,60HZ
(in)
100W,0.8A
Standard
(out)
LD
RF
Left
ANALOG
AUDIO
INPUTS
Right
DVD
DSS
D I G I TA L A U D I O I N P U T S
Multi-Room
Output
TAPE TAPE Rec.
In Out
VCR VCR Rec.
In Out
CD
DSS
LD
DVD
VCR
IN
OUT
VHF/UHF
VIDEO
VIDEO
CONNECTS TO
SUBWOOFER
L AUDIO
R AUDIO
L AUDIO
R AUDIO
CABLE TV
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SPEAKER HOOK UP
RIGHT SURROUND
LEFT SURROUND
CONNECTS TO PROCESSOR
SUBWOOFER
AUDIO INPUT
FRONT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
CENTER
SPEAKER OUTPUT
L
R
L
R
SURROUND
SPEAKER OUTPUT
CENTER
RIGHT FRONT
LEFT FRONT
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HOOKING UP THE SYSTEM
AM LOOP ANTENNA
Connection Precautions
• Do not plug the preamp/processor or subwoofer into AC outlets until
all the connections have been made.
• When connecting sources, use either standard composite (good) or S
Video (better) throughout. Do not use both composite and S Video
connections. Use the same type of connection between the RMDS-1 and
your TV.
FM ANTENNA
• Connect one cable at a time observing the “input” and “output.”
This will avoid any cross connection between channels and signal
inputs and outputs.
RMDS
• Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections may result in noise
or signal loss.
ANTENNA
• We’ve included high quality pre-cut and terminated speaker wire,
and a 25-pin processor-subwoofer cable. To hook up your sources, we
recommend the use of high quality audio and video connecting cables.
See your Polk Audio dealer for specific recommendations.
FM(75Ω) GROUND AM
• Prior to connecting other audio and video equipment to the RMDS-1,
please read their owners’ manuals.
Connecting Radio Antennas
DVD PLAYER
Connect the supplied FM wire antenna to the FM (75 Ohm) F-type
connector. For better reception connect an indoor or outdoor FM antenna.
ANALOG AUDIO OUT
LEFT
VIDEO
OUT
The Polk RMDS-1 comes supplied with an AM loop antenna that
connects to the GROUND and AM terminals as illustrated. To use those
terminals, unscrew the tabs and insert the antenna’s bare wires into
the holes, then tighten the tabs. To find the best place to put the
AM antenna, tune in a local AM radio station (see page 22) and
move the AM loop antenna around until you get the clearest
reception. You can secure the antenna to a wall or the inside
wall of an equipment cabinet with screws.
RIGHT
DIGITAL OUT
RMDS
AUDIO
VIDEO
Video
TVout
VCR
Input
VCR Rec.
Out
ANTENNA
REMOTE
CONTROL
EXTENSION
INPUTS
DSS
LD
DVD
S-VHS
FM(75Ω) GROUND
AM
(in)
Connecting a DVD Player
OR
Connect the coaxial digital output of the DVD player to
the DVD DIGITAL INPUT of the RMDS-1 preamp/processor.
We recommend that you also connect the Left and Right analog
outputs of the DVD player to the analog audio DVD inputs of the
RMDS-1 using RCA connectors. This will allow you to tape record
the audio output of the DVD player and use the DVD player as an
audio source for a remote room.
Standard
(out)
LD
RF
Left
ANALOG
AUDIO
INPUTS
Right
DVD
DSS
D I G I TA L A U D I O I N P U T S
Multi-Room
Output
TAPE TAPE Rec.
In Out
VCR VCR Rec.
CD
DSS
LD
DVD
In
Out
Connect either the composite video or the S-video output of the DVD
player to the corresponding DVD video input of the RMDS-1.
Do not use both composite and S-video connections. If you use
S-video connections here, you must connect your TV to the RMDS-1
preamp/processor with an S-video cable in order to get a picture
with this input. If your DVD player has “component” video outputs
(three jacks), you must connect those directly to a TV that has
corresponding “component” video inputs.
STEREO DSS RECEIVER
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
(See next page)
A very few DVD players do not have a coaxial (RCA type) digital output
but only an optical cable output. In that case, hook up the DVD player into
the DSS optical digital and analog audio and video inputs. Select “DSS”
when you want to use your DVD player.
OPTION: If the DVD player is also being used as a CD player and there is
no other CD player in the system, you may want to plug the analog audio
outputs of the DVD player into the analog CD inputs rather than the
analog DVD inputs. This allows you to set one bass level for stereo and
another bass level for surround. When you play a CD in the DVD player,
push the CD button on the remote and you will hear the CD with the
amount of bass you previously selected. When you play a DVD movie,
push the DVD button on the remote and you’ll automatically hear the DVD
with the bass level set to another previously set level (generally higher).
The one downside of this hook-up is that you will not be able to record
DVD movies to your VCR. That is copyright infringement and you
shouldn’t be doing it anyway. Don’t you read those FBI warnings at
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Connecting a Stereo DSS
VCR
(satellite TV) Receiver (see diagram on previous page)
The first generation of DSS receivers (pre 1999) only have stereo
analog audio outputs and are not capable of delivering 5.1 channel
digital surround sound. If your DSS receiver box only has Left and Right
audio jacks and no jack marked “Digital Out” or “PCM Out,” use this
hook up method. DSS receivers made in 1999 or later with a“Digital
Out,” “Optical,” “TOS Link,” or “PCM Out” jack should be connected
as described in “Connecting a Digital DSS Receiver” below.
IN
OUT
L AUDIO
R AUDIO
L AUDIO
R AUDIO
If you have any doubts as to which type of DSS receiver
you have, contact your DSS dealer.
RMDS
VIDEO
INPUTS
Video
TVout
VCR
Input
VCR Rec.
Out
For Stereo DSS, connect the left and right audio outputs
ANTENNA
REMOTE
CONTROL
EXTENSION
DSS
LD
DVD
of the DSS receiver to the Left and Right DSS inputs on
the RMDS-1 preamp/processor. Connect either the
composite video or the S-video output of the DSS
receiver to the corresponding DSS video input of the
RMDS-1. Do not use both composite and S-video
connections. If you use S-video connections here, you
must connect your TV to the RMDS-1 preamp/processor
with an S-video cable in order to get a picture with this
input.
S-VHS
FM(75Ω) GROUND
AM
(in)
OR
Standard
(out)
LD
RF
Left
ANALOG
AUDIO
INPUTS
Right
DVD
DSS
D I G I TA L A U D I O I N P U T S
Multi-Room
Output
TAPE TAPE Rec.
VCR VCR Rec.
In Out
CD
DSS
LD
DVD
In
Out
Connecting an Digital DSS
(satellite TV) Receiver
Connect the optical digital output of the DSS receiver to the
DSS DIGITAL INPUT of the RMDS-1 using a TOS LINK fiber-
optic cable available at your Polk Audio dealer. We also recommend
DIGITAL DSS RECEIVER
connecting left and right analog audio outputs of the DSS receiver to
the Left and Right DSS inputs on the RMDS-1 preamp/processor.
This will allow you to record the audio output of the DSS on to a
VCR.
VIDEO OUT
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
LEFT
DIGITAL OUT
If your DSS receiver does not have an optical digital output jack,
connect your DSS receiver to the DVD inputs as described in
“Connecting a DVD Player.” You will then connect your DVD player to
the DSS inputs (almost all DVD players have an optical output).
RIGHT
Connect either the composite video or the S-video output of the DSS
receiver to the corresponding DSS video input of the RMDS-1. Do not
use both composite and S-video connections. If you use S-video
connections here, you must connect your TV to the RMDS-1
preamp/processor with an S-video cable in order to get a picture
with this input.
AUDIO TAPE DECK
OUT
IN
LEFT
LEFT
RIGHT
RIGHT
Connecting a VCR
Connect the Left and Right audio outputs of the VCR to the Left and
Right analog audio VCR In jacks of the RMDS-1. Connect the Left and
Right audio inputs of the VCR to the Left and Right VCR Rec. Out jacks
of the RMDS-1.
RMDS
VIDEO
VCR
Input
V
ANTENNA
INPUTS
DSS
LD
DVD
S-VHS
OR
FM(75Ω) GOND
AM
Connect either the composite video or the S-video output of the VCR
to the corresponding VCR video input of the RMDS-1. Do not use both
composite and S-video connections. If you use S-video connections
here, you must connect your TV to the RMDS-1 preamp/processor with
an S-video cable in order to get a picture with this input.
Standard
Left
ANALOG
AUDIO
INPUTS
Connecting a CD Player
Connect the analog stereo outputs of your CD player to the Left and
Right CD inputs of the RMDS-1 preamp/processor.
Right
Multi-Room
Output
TAPE TAPE Rec.
In Out
VCR VCR Rec.
In Out
CD
DSS
LD
DVD
Connecting an Audio Tape Deck
Connect the outputs of the tape deck to the TAPE IN jacks
of the RMDS-1. Connect the inputs of the tape deck to
the TAPE Rec. Out jacks of the RMDS-1.
CD PLAYER
OUTPUT
LEFT
RIGHT
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Connecting a Laserdisc Player
Connect the AC-3 RF output of the LD player LD RF input of
the RMDS-1.
TV
IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not connect a normal analog audio
output or digital coaxial output of a DVD player or any
other source to the LD RF jack. You will damage the
RMDS-1 if you do.
Also connect the left and right analog audio
outputs of the LD player to the Left and
Right LD analog inputs on the
connect to any
unused audio input
RMDS-1 preamp/processor.
This will allow you to hear
laser discs that do not have
VIDEO IN
AUDIO
OUT
Dolby Digital AC-3 soundtracks.
RMDS
Early LD players only have
AUDIO OUT (connect to subwoofer)
analog audio outputs and are
not capable of delivering 5.1
channel Dolby Digital surround
VIDEO
Video
TVout
VCR
VCR Rec.
Out
ANTENNA
REMOTE
INPUTS
DSS
LD
DVD
Input
CONTROL
EXTENSION
S-VHS
FM(75Ω) GROUND
AM
sound. If your LD player does
not have a jack marked “RF
AC-3 Out,” just hook up the Left
and Right analog audio outputs
of the LD player to the analog
LD inputs on the RMDS-1
preamp/processor. If you have
any doubts as to whether your
LD player has a Dolby Digital
(AC-3) RF output, contact
(in)
OR
Standard
(out)
LD
RF
Left
ANALOG
AUDIO
INPUTS
Right
DVD
DSS
D I G I TA L A U D I O I N P U T S
Multi-Room
Output
TAPE TAPE Rec.
VCR VCR Rec.
In
CD
DSS
LD
DVD
In
Out
Out
LASERDISC
your Polk Audio dealer.
Connect either the composite video or the
VIDEO OUT
RF OUTPUT
AUDIO
S-video output of the LD player to the corresponding
LD video input of the RMDS-1. Do not use both
composite and S-video connections. If you use
S-video connections here, you must connect your
TV to the RMDS-1 preamp/processor with an S-video
cable in order to get a picture with this input.
OUTPUT
LEFT
RIGHT
Connecting Your TV to the RMDS-1
Preamp/Processor
If you are using only standard (composite RCA) video inputs for your
video sources and no S-video sources, just connect the VIDEO TV out to
any free composite video input of your TV. If you are using only S-VHS
(S-Video) video inputs for your video sources and no standard
(composite) sources, just connect the VIDEO TV out to any free S-video
input of your TV.
AUDIO INPUT
If you want the audio from your TV to play through the system, just
connect its audio outputs to any unused set of analog input jacks on the
RMDS-1, such as LD, AUX (on the front panel), or Tape In.
SUBWOOFER
Connecting the Preamp/Processor to the Subwoofer
Use the supplied 4 meter (13.25') 25-pin audio cable to connect the
AUDIO OUT of the RMDS-1 preamp/processor to the AUDIO IN 25-pin
connector on the subwoofer. IMPORTANT NOTE: If the cable is not long
enough, you may add a 4 meter Monster Cable brand DB25HT Audio
Interconnect cable (or equivalent) to increase the length to 8 meters.
Contact your Polk dealer or call Polk Audio (800) 638-7276, ext. 324,
Monday through Friday, Eastern Standard Time, to order an extension
cable. MORE IMPORTANT NOTE: While the 25-pin connector cable may
look like your average computer printer cable, it is not a printer cable.
Do not try to use a computer printer cable to connect your RMDS-1
system. This will damage your RMDS-1. And you still won’t be able to
print out that important report through your subwoofer.
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Connecting the Speakers
We have supplied you with 5 sets of audiophile-
grade speaker wire to connect your speakers.
Each wire is color coded just to make it easy
for you to see which wire is which at the
subwoofer (amplifier) side. You can use any wire
on any channel. Use whatever length makes sense
for your set up and speaker placement. You can
temporarily (and safely) rest the subwoofer on the
grille-end to make it easy to see the terminals and
connect the wires.
LEFT
SURROUND
RIGHT
SURROUND
CONNECTOR TO
PREAMP/PROCESSOR
SUBWOOFER
IMPORTANT NOTE: The speaker wire may impede
the satellite speaker from sitting flat on a surface.
To correct this problem, gently bend the wire just below
the spade-lug connector as illustrated in Figure 2.
AUDIO INPUT
FRONT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
CENTER
SPEAKER OUTPUT
L
R
L
R
SURROUND
SPEAKER OUTPUT
Front L&R Speakers
Use one of the supplied 20' (6M) speaker wires to connect
the Left satellite speaker to the Left Front speaker output
on the subwoofer amplifier. One conductor of the speaker
wire is marked with a color insulator. Use that conductor
to connect the red (+) terminal of the speaker to the red
(+) Left Front speaker terminal on the subwoofer
amplifier. Use the speaker wire conductor with a
black insulator to connect the black (-) terminal
of the satellite speaker to the black (-) terminal
on the subwoofer amplifier. To get a secure
connection, loosen the 5-way binding post thumb
nuts far enough to slip the spade lug connectors
under the thumb nuts (Fig. 1). Tighten the thumb
nut by hand or with a 3/8" nut driver. DO NOT
OVER TIGHTEN. Repeat for the Right Front channel
satellite speaker.
RIGHT
FRONT
LEFT
FRONT
CENTER
Center Speaker
Follow the same procedure described above
to connect the center speaker to the Center
Speaker outputs on the subwoofer amplifier.
Surround L&R Speakers
Follow the same procedure described above
to connect the rear surround speakers to the Left
Surround and Right Surround speaker outputs on
the subwoofer amplifier. Use the 40' (12M) wires.
BEND
IMPORTANT NOTE: Be careful to maintain correct polarity on
all the speakers by always using the speaker wire with the color
insulator for the red (+) terminals and the black marked wire
for the black (-) terminals ON THE AMPLIFIER AND ALL
THE SPEAKERS. Failure to maintain correct polarity will
result in poor sound quality. Double check all connections
before using the system.
(Fig. 1)
(Fig. 2)
POWER
SWITCH
If the supplied speaker wire is not long enough, contact your
Polk Audio retailer for more high quality speaker wire. Use only high
quality 16 gauge or thicker speaker wire. Do not use lamp cord. Lamp
cord is not speaker wire, and your satellites will not light up.
Connecting to AC Outlets
FUSE
If you are completely finished connecting all your source
components, your TV, and your speakers, now you can plug the
system into household 110-120 V, 60 Hz AC power outlets. You
must first connect the supplied AC power cord to the receptacle on
the rear panel of the subwoofer. Locate the Power switch on the
back of the subwoofer and set it to the “Standby” position. A small
pilot light on the bottom, front side of the subwoofer will glow red
indicating that the system amplifiers are plugged in and awaiting a
turn-on “order” from the preamp/processor. When the
preamp/processor is turned on, it will turn the amplifiers fully on
and the pilot light will glow green. If you will be away from home
for an extended period of time, turn the subwoofer power switch
to “Off.”
PILOT LIGHT
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SPEAKER PLACEMENT
IMPORTANT NOTE:
When this manual refers to “Front Left.” we mean the speaker on
your left side as you face the front (TV) side of the room. When we
refer to “Surround Left” we mean the speaker that is behind you
and to your left as you face the front (TV) side of the room.
Center Channel Speaker
Place the center speaker as close to the TV as possible. The most
popular placement is right on top of your TV set. It is also fine to
place it below the TV or on the wall directly above the TV (using
optional wall bracket).
Front Satellites
Place the front satellites about as far apart as you are sitting
from them. Avoid placing them less than 2 feet from side walls.
The vertical position should be at or near your ear level when seated.
If you choose to wall mount them more than 2 feet above ear level,
turn the wall bracket so that the bracket angles down (see bracket
instructions on next page).
Surround Speakers
The best placement for surround channel speakers is on the side walls,
facing each other and slightly behind your listening position. If this
placement is not possible, the speakers may be placed on the rear wall.
In either case, mount the speakers two to four feet above a seated
listener’s head.
Subwoofer
The magnetically shielded subwoofer may be placed in an entertainment
center, behind furniture, or next to a sofa or chair. For best performance
place it on the same side of the room as the front satellites and near a
wall. It should only be seated on the plinth as illustrated. NEVER LAY
THE SUBWOOFER ON THE AMPLIFIER END - THIS WILL DAMAGE
THE AMPLIFIER.
If the 25-pin cable is not long enough, you may add a 4 meter Monster
Cable brand DB25HT Audio Interconnect cable (or equivalent) to
increase the length to 8 meters. Contact your Polk dealer or call Polk
Audio (800) 638-7276, ext. 324, Monday through Friday, Eastern
Standard Time to order an extension cable.
The RMDS-1 satellites and center channel
speaker are designed only for use with this
system. If they are hooked up to a regular
receiver or amplifier, the speakers may
be damaged.
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Wall Mounting The Satellites
The satellite speakers are supplied with wall mounting brackets.
Follow the steps below to safely secure the brackets and speakers.
On-wall installation of RM satellites requires basic skills in using tools
such as a drill and screwdriver. If you are in doubt that you possess
the necessary skills or tools, consult your Polk dealer or a
professional installer.
• Make sure the locations you select do not conceal electrical
wiring or plumbing.
• Hold the speaker in the chosen location to make sure it clears the
ceiling, adjacent walls, corners, beams, lighting fixtures and door/
window frames.
• Use a bracket as a template to mark the location of the two key-hole
slots with a pencil.
• If you are certain that there is a stud behind the wall surface, drive
#10 screws (not supplied) through the wall and into the stud leaving
screw heads protruding 1/16”.
• If there is no stud behind the chosen location, install #10 wall
anchors (not supplied) into the wall by following wall anchor
manufacturer’s instructions, leaving screw heads protruding 1/16.”
Always use two wall anchors and screws per speaker.
• Attach the bracket to the satellite with the supplied screw as shown.
The angle of the bracket allows you to point the speaker toward your
listening position. Turn the bracket to get the angle you want and
tighten the screw.
• Line up speaker so that screw heads pass through the large center
holes of the keyhole slots. Let speaker slide straight down, allowing
screw heads to slip behind the smaller end of the keyhole slots.
• If the supplied wall mount brackets do not allow the mounting angle
that meets your needs, or if you wish to ceiling-mount the satellites,
use optional, fully articulating “ball and socket” mounting
brackets, such as those made by Omnimount.
Center Channel Wall Or Ceiling Mounting
Use an optional, fully articulating “ball and socket” mounting bracket,
such as those made by Omnimount.
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Power switch
Standby
Main display
Volume
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power ———— standby
TEST
MEMO
AUTO
TUNED
STEREO
db
kHz
MHz
PCM
DIGITAL
PROLOGIC
OPT
COAX1
COAX2
MULTI
NIGHT
DOLBY
STEREO
P-SCAN
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volume
on/off
save
source
surround
multi-room
tune
clear
presets
preset
aux. inputs
S-video
video
L..audio..R
Save
preset
Clear
Remote
sensor
Source
Multi
Auxillary
Manual
radio
Radio
selector
room
audio/video inputs
(under cover)
presets
selector
window
selector
tuning
Surround
selector
Tuned
indicator
Memory
indicator
FM auto
indicator
Late night
mode indicator
Radio signal
Test tone
indicator
FM Stereo
strength meter
indicator
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power ———— standby
TEST
MEMO
AUTO
TUNED
STEREO
db
kHz
MHz
PCM
DIGITAL
PROLOGIC
OPT
COAX1
COAX2
MULTI
NIGHT
DOLBY
STEREO
P-SCAN
D
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A
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volume
on/off
save
source
surround
multi-room
tune
clear
presets
preset
aux. inputs
S-video
video
L..audio..R
Surround mode
indicator
Digital Preset scan
Multi room
indicator
input
indicators
lights
indicator
Volume Control
Adjusts the overall sound level. Turning the control clockwise increases
the sound level, turning it counter-clockwise decreases the volume level.
PREAMP/PROCESSOR FRONT PANEL
GUIDED TOUR
Remote Sensor Window
This window receives infrared signals from the remote control unit. Aim
the remote control unit to this sensor window. Do not allow any solid
object to block the path between the remote control and this window.
Power Switch And Standby Indicator
When this switch is pressed once, the power turns ON and lights appear
on the Main Display panel. When pressed again, the power turns OFF
and the standby indicator light glows red. Make sure the Power switch
on the back of the subwoofer enclosure is set to the “On” position.
When you turn on the preamp/processor, the amplifiers in the
Source
Selector Buttons
These buttons are used to select the source of sound and video such as
DVD, DSS, VCR, LD, and AUX. Video and audio are switched
simultaneously on those inputs that have both video and audio input
jacks. For example, when you select DVD, the picture and sound of the
DVD player are automatically switched on together. The buttons toggle
through the inputs in the following sequence:
subwoofer enclosure will also turn on and you will see a green glow on
the base of the subwoofer. When the preamp/processor is turned “Off”
the amplifiers turn off, and the light in the subwoofer base glows red.
Main Display
Displays a variety of information depending on what action was most
recently taken. Normally, it indicates the current selected input (CD,
DVD, etc.). It also displays the current selected surround mode (Stereo,
Pro Logic, or Dolby Digital) as well as volume, bass level, and other
information on a “flash” basis. See the next page for an explanation of
all those little teeny lights.
See page 22 for more information on using this feature.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The FM radio, AM radio, CD, and Tape audio inputs do not have
corresponding video inputs. When you select any of these sources,
you will see a blank screen on your TV (if your TV is on).
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On/Off Surround Button
This button switches between surround sound and 2 channel stereo.
WHAT THOSE TEENY LITTLE LIGHTS MEAN
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Dolby Digital (AC-3) mode can be selected
only when either LD, DSS Digital, or DVD inputs are selected. If you
have selected a digital source with a Dolby Digital soundtrack and you
cannot get the “3/2.1” indicator on the display (see page 24), the most
likely causes are:
Radio Signal Strength Meter
This meter shows the relative signal strength of a radio signal. For best
reception, orient your antenna to get the maximum number of bars on
this meter.
Test Tone Indicator
1. The DVD player is not set to send out a 5.1 channel Dolby Digital
signal. In this case check the DVD player’s operation manual.
This light illuminates when the surround sound balance test tone is
engaged. You should hear a “ssshhhhh” noise from one speaker when
this is on. See page 20 for more information.
2. The 5.1 soundtrack has not been selected on the DVD disc. In this
case press the disc menu button on your DVD player to access the DVD
disc’s menu, and select Dolby Digital 5.1 on the disc’s set-up menu.
Consult your DVD player’s operation manual for more information.
Memory or Memo Indicator
This light illuminates when saving preset radio stations.
See page 23 for more information.
3. The DVD disc does not have a 5.1 surround soundtrack. This is
especially true of pre-1985 movies.
FM Auto Indicator
Shows that the tuner is prepared to receive a stereo FM broadcast.
Multi Room Button
Pressing this button switches the multi room mode on and off. See page
25 for more information on using this feature.
Tuned Indicator
This lights when a radio station has been properly tuned in.
FM Stereo Indicator
Tune
buttons
Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is received.
When either the AM or FM sources are selected, these buttons allow
you to manually tune AM and FM radio stations. Pressing the
Surround Mode Indicators
Indicates whether the system is delivering Stereo, Dolby Pro Logic, or
Dolby Digital sound. See page 24 for more information.
button moves the tuner up the radio band. Pressing the
button
moves the tuner down the radio band. The tuner stops as soon as you
release your finger from the button. See page 22 for more information
on using this feature.
Digital Input Indicators
Indicates which digital audio input is selected and operating.
Save Presets Button
Late Night Indicator
Indicates that the late night compression circuit is engaged. See page
23 for more information on this function.
When you want to select a radio station as a preset station, manually
tune to that station, press and hold this Save Presets button for 4 - 5
seconds. You will see the red MEMO light on the display flash. When
the MEMO light stops flashing, the radio station has been saved and
assigned the next available preset slot number. You may preset up to
30 AM and 30 FM radio stations. See page 23 for more information
on using this feature.
Preset Scan Indicator
Lights when the tuner is scanning through the radio station presets.
Multi Room Indicator
Lights when the multi room function is engaged. See page 25 for
more information.
Clear Button
When you want to clear a radio station from the list of presets, select
that preset station, then press and hold the Clear button until CLEAR
appears on the display. See page 22 for more information on using
this feature.
Presets ꢀꢀꢀButtons
These button select from the list of preset radio stations. Pushing the ꢀ
button moves from lower preset numbers to the higher preset numbers.
Pushing the ꢀꢀbutton moves down through the list of preset stations.
Aux Inputs Jacks
These auxiliary video/audio input jacks are revealed by removing the
oval rubber cover. They accept the connection of a camcorder, portable
VCR, or any other temporary source. To make proper connections, refer
the owner’s manual of the auxiliary component.
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Remote Control Range
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
The distance between the remote control transmitter and the RMDS-1
preamp/processor should be 15 feet (5 meters) or less. If the transmitter
is pointed to a direction other than the IR SENSOR or if there is an
obstacle between them, the remote control may not work correctly.
Loading Remote Control Batteries
1. Remove the back cover.
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COAX2
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2. Insert two AA type batteries with correct (+) and (–) polarity.
3. Close the back cover until it clicks.
STEREO
P-SCAN
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ON/OFF
SURROUND
SAVE
SOURCE
MULTI-ROOM
TUNE
PRESET
CLEAR
PRESETS
The batteries will last about 4 months with normal use. Change
the batteries as soon as you notice that the range of the remote
control is decreasing.
60˚
surround
on/off
POWER
SUB
WOOFER
+
—
+
VOLUME
late
night
—
mute
+
—
radio preset
+
—
radio tuner
SOURCES
radio
FM
AM
preset scan
B - Subwoofer
level control
surround
POWER
on/off
A - Surround
on/off
C - Power
Switch
SUB
WOOFER
+
—
+
D - Volume
Control
VOLUME
late
night
—
mute
H - Late
night
E - Mute
radio preset
+
—
—
radio tuner
+
F - Radio manual
tuning
G - Radio preset
selector
SOURCES
radio
FM
AM
CD
preset scan
tape
J - Radio preset
scan
K - Audio input
selector
I - Radio selector
buttons
audio
VCR
DSS
cable-LD
DVD
video/
audio
aux.
DSS digital.
LD-RF
L - Video input
selectors
M - Status
display
ON SCREEN MENU
status
balance
ENTER
delay
multi-room
N - Balance set-up
menu selector
P - Multi room
selector
O - Delay set-up
menu selector
Q - Set-up menu
navigation buttons
R - Menu command
button
RM DIGITAL SOLUTION DR-1
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I - FM and AM Buttons
Push the AM button to listen to AM band radio stations or push the FM
button to listen to FM radio band radio stations.
REMOTE CONTROL GUIDED TOUR
J - Preset Scan Button
The remote control is divided into three major sections. The top section
contains the controls used most often, such as ON/OFF, MUTE,
Push this button when you want to scan through the radio stations you
have preset. The tuner will play each preset station for a few seconds,
SUBWOOFER volume and system VOLUME controls. The middle section
has the source buttons, where you select the source component you
want to hear and see. The bottom set of buttons are set-up buttons that
are rarely used. Most folks will use them once to set up the system and
never touch them again. For that matter you could never touch them
and you’ll still get great sound from your RM Digital Solution system!
then move on to the next preset station. The scanning stops as soon as
P - S C A N
you push the button again.
while this mode is in use.
will flash in the display window
K - Audio Input Buttons
Push these buttons to listen to either CD or tape players.
A - Surround On/Off Button
L - Video/Audio Input Buttons
Push the appropriate button to select an audio/video source.
Both audio and video inputs will be selected at the same time.
This button switches between surround sound and 2 channel stereo.
B - Subwoofer +/- Buttons
Push (+) to increase and (-) to decrease the bass volume. The RMDS-1
“remembers” the bass level for stereo and surround modes. For example,
if you are watching a DVD and you select a bass level of -7, then switch to
a CD in stereo and change the bass setting to -10, the system will return
to a bass setting of -7 when you go back to the surround mode.
M - Status Button
Push this button to display the audio status of the preamp/processor on
your TV screen for five (5) seconds. It will display the current source
(DVD, FM, etc.), the mode (Dolby Digital, Pro Logic, Stereo), Multi
Room status (“off” or the selected multi room source), Subwoofer Level,
and Master Volume level.
C - Power Switch
When this switch is pressed once, the power turns ON and lights appear
on the display panel. When pressed again, the power turns OFF and the
standby indicator light on the preamp/processor glows red. Make sure
the power switch on the back of the subwoofer enclosure is set to the
“Standby” position. When you turn on the preamp/processor, the
amplifiers in the subwoofer enclosure will also turn on and you will see
a green glow on the base of the subwoofer. When the preamp/processor
is turned “Off,” the amplifiers turn off and the light in the subwoofer
base glows red.
N - Balance Button
Push this button to display the Channel Balance Menu on your TV
screen. See “SET UP AND CALIBRATION” on page 20.
O - Delay Button
Push this button to display the Delay Menu on your TV screen.
See “SET UP AND CALIBRATION” on page 20.
P - Multi-Room Button
Push this button to display the Multi-room Menu on you TV screen.
See “USING MULTI ROOM” on page 25.
D - Volume +/- Buttons
Push (+) to increase and (-) to decrease the overall volume of the system.
E - Mute Button
Push this button to temporarily silence the sound. When mute is on, you
will see “MUTE” appear on the preamp/processor display. Pressing the
Mute button a second time or pressing either of the Volume buttons will
release the mute, sound will resume, and the MUTE light turns off.
ENTER
F - +/- Radio Tuner Button
When either the AM or FM sources are selected, these buttons allow
you to manually tune AM and FM radio stations. Pressing the right (+)
side of the rocker button moves the tuner up the radio band. Pressing
the left (-) side of the rocker button moves the tuner down the radio
band. If you hold your finger on the button for a few seconds, the tuner
will “fast forward” through the frequencies. The tuner stops as soon as
you push the button a second time.
Q - Cursor Buttons
These buttons allow you to change the position of the cursor and
make selections on the on-screen menus. The ꢀꢀand ꢀ arrow buttons
G - +/- Radio Preset Button
This button select from the list of preset radio stations. Pushing the
right (+) side of the rocker button moves from lower preset numbers to
the higher preset numbers. Pushing the left (-) side of the rocker button
moves down through the list of preset stations. See page 23 for more
information on using this feature.
move the cursor through the menu selections and the and
buttons make selections such as “On” and “Off” and other menu choices.
arrow
R - Enter (Command) Button
Push the ENTER button to exit Channel Balance and Delay menus.
H - Late Night Button
This button toggles between Late Night and Normal modes. In the Late
Night mode the dynamic range of the signal is reduced. That means that
loud sounds are made less loud. This is a great feature to use anytime
you want to watch action/adventure movies and avoid bothering other
people in the house. This feature only works with Dolby Digital inputs
such as DVD, LD, and Dolby Digital equipped DSS. When you push this
button, the word “NIGHT ON” appears in the main display window for a
N I G H T
few seconds and the small
mode light in the lower right hand
corner of the display illuminates. Push the button again and “NIGHT
OFF” appears for a few seconds. (See page 23.)
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
SET-UP AND CALIBRATION
If at any time during this procedure the test tone comes from the wrong
speaker, you have made a speaker connection mistake. Push the
“Balance” button on the remote to cancel this procedure. Re-read the
“Subwoofer and Speaker Connections” section of this manual and
correct the wiring error before returning to this procedure.
After you have connected all speakers and source components you may
start using the RMDS-1 without any further set-up procedures and get
excellent performance in most homes. One of the many benefits of the
Polk RM Digital Solution system is that the electronics and speakers
have been perfectly optimized for the highest Dolby Digital performance
without the need for complicated set-up and calibration procedures.
There are only two adjustments you may want to perform to optimize
the system for your room and speaker placement. Those adjustments
are “Channel Balance” and “Delay.” The factory presets for these two
optional adjustments were selected to provide high quality balanced
sound in the vast majority of set-ups. If you are anxious to listen to
your new system right now (we understand), skip this section and come
back to it later.
10. You will see a small square indicator cursor next to the current
speaker. Use the ꢀꢀꢀdirectional buttons on the remote to “pick up”
the indicator and move it to the next speaker in the array, “Center.”
11. The test tone should now come from the center speaker.
12. Use the left/right directional arrows on the remote control
gh to raise or lower the tone volume of the Center speaker to
match the volume of the Left Front speaker.
Setting Channel Balance
This procedure sets the relative volume of the 5 satellite speakers so
that you hear equal sound from every speaker, even if you are sitting
closer to one speaker than the others. You may do these adjustments by
ear or by using a Sound Pressure Level meter (available at Radio Shack
for $40 -$60). Consult the meter’s operating manual for its proper use.
1. Sit in your normal listening position.
2. Turn on the TV that is connected to the video output of the RMDS-1
preamp/processor. Adjust the main volume control on the remote or
front panel to a typical listening level. If you are using an SPL meter,
set the volume to 70dB.
13. Repeat this procedure for all channels until all 5 speakers sound
like they are playing at the same volume level. In most cases the range
of needed adjustment should not be more than a few dB up or down.
14. Use the up/down directional buttons on the remote ꢀꢀ to move
the arrow shaped cursor to “EXIT.”
3. Select a multi-channel source input such as DVD or LD.
4. Select Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic processing by pressing
the “Surround On/Off” button on the remote control or the
preamp/processor front panel.
15. The “Save” should be highlighted. If it isn’t, use the left directional
arrow to highlight “Save.”
16. Press the Enter button on the remote control to save and exit this
menu. The preamp/processor will now go back to normal operation.
5. Press the “Balance” button on the remote control. You should see
this menu on your TV screen:
17. If you feel like you have made errors and wish to cancel the
adjustments you have just made, highlight “NO SAVE” and exit. The
balance settings will return to where they were.
18. To return to the factory preset balance settings, move the cursor to
“DEFAULTS,” select “ON” and exit.
Once you have completed this procedure you can leave it alone. You
may occasionally encounter a movie or recording that was produced
in such a way that it doesn’t sound channel-balanced even though you
are certain that your system is properly balanced. Don’t sit there and
suffer. Push the balance button to go to the Channel Balance menu and
make whatever adjustment you feel will make that recording sound
good to you. Remember to “Save” the new settings before exiting.
6. Use the up/down directional buttons on your remote control ꢀꢀ to
move the arrow-shaped cursor hto “TEST TONE.”
7. Use the right directional button on the remote control
h to select Test Tone “ON.”
SETTING CHANNEL DELAY
The time delay circuit ensures that the sounds from all the speakers
arrive at your ears properly synchronized. This ensures that the
surround sound effects are as natural and enveloping as the recording
allows. The RMDS-1 is preset to default values that will yield excellent
sound quality in all but the most unusual room and speaker set-up
situations. If you want to be sure that your system is optimized for
your set up, use the following procedures.
Setting Dolby Digital Delay
8. A “shhhhhhhh” noise should now be coming from the Front Left speaker.
The RMDS-1 is factory preset to default values of Center = 3mS and
Surround = 15mS in the Dolby Digital mode. These settings will give
excellent performance in the vast majority of homes and set ups.
To fine tune these settings, go on to the next page.
9. Use the left/right directional arrows on the remote control gh to
raise or lower the tone to a comfortable volume level. The SPL meter
should read “0.”
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1. Play a Dolby Digital source and push the DELAY button on the
remote control. This menu will appear on your TV screen:
Setting Dolby Pro Logic Delay
The channel delay function for Dolby Pro Logic exists for a somewhat
different reason than for Dolby Digital. There is a different default
surround delay value than that for Dolby Digital. Dolby Pro Logic does
not require a center channel delay. The factory preset delay default
values are Center = None and Surround = 30mS.
(Fig. 1)
2. Measure the distance from your main listening position to the cen-
ter speaker in feet (Fig. 1).
B 18'
A
Dolby Digital
Center delay = 2ms
Surround delay = 10ms
20'
3. Measure the distance from your main listening position to the front
speakers in feet (Fig. 1).
4. Subtract the center distance (B) from the front speaker distance (A).
In the example in Figure 1, that would be 20 - 18 = 2.
Pro Logic
Surround delay = 25ms
C10'
5. Use the ꢀꢀ up and ꢀ down arrow keys on the remote to move the
arrow shaped cursor on the menu to CENTER.
1. Play a Dolby Pro Logic source and select Surround “On.” Push the
Delay button on the remote control and this menu will appear on your
TV screen:
6. Use the g left and h right arrow keys to select the correct center
delay time. For every 1 foot of difference, select 1 mS of center delay.
The range of choices are 0,1,2,3,4, and 5 mS. In this example you
would select 2mS. (20 - 18 = 2).
2. Measure the distance from your main listening position to the front
speakers in feet (Fig. 1).
7. Use the down arrow key on the remote to move the arrow shaped
cursor on the menu screen to SURROUND.
3. Measure the distance from your main listening position to the
surround speakers in feet (Fig. 1).
8. Measure the distance from your main listening position to the surround
speakers in feet (Fig. 1). Subtract the surround distance (C) from the front
distance (A). In the example in Fig. 1, that would be 20 - 10 = 10.
4. Subtract the surround distance (C) from the front distance (A). In
this example, it is 15.
5. Use the chart to find the proper surround delay time.
9. Use the chart to determine the correct surround delay. For every 1
foot of difference, select 1 mS of center delay. In this example, the
correct surround delay is 10mS.
6. Use the down arrow key on the remote to move the arrow shaped
cursor on the menu screen to SURROUND.
7. Use the g left and h right arrow keys to select the correct
surround delay time shown on the chart. In this example, select 25ms.
The range of choices are 15, 20, 25, and 30mS.
Front Minus Surround Dolby Digital
Pro Logic
Distance (feet)
Surround Delay Setting Surround Delay Setting
1 - 3 feet
5ms
15mS
20mS
25Ms
30mS
4 - 6 feet
5ms
7 - 11 feet
10ms
15ms
12 feet or more
10. Use the g left and h right arrow keys to select the correct
surround delay time shown on the chart. In this example, select 10ms.
The range of choices are 5, 10, and 15mS.
8. Use the ꢀ arrow key on the remote to move the arrow shaped cursor
down to EXIT. Make sure SAVE is highlighted.
9. Push the ENTER button on the remote.
11. Use the ꢀ arrow key on the remote to move the arrow shaped
cursor down to EXIT. Make sure SAVE is highlighted.
12. Push the ENTER button on the remote.
10. If at any time you wish to return to the preset factory defaults,
return to this on-screen menu, select DEFAULTS ON, save and exit.
The factory settings will be restored.
13. If at any time you wish to return to the preset factory defaults,
return to this on-screen menu, select DEFAULTS ON, save and exit.
The factory settings will be restored.
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RM DIGITAL SOLUTION DR-1
IMPORTANT NOTES ON FM RADIO RECEPTION:
HOW TO USE YOUR RM DIGITAL
SOLUTION SYSTEM
The supplied FM antenna will only allow the tuner to pick up strong
local radio stations. If you want better reception of distant FM
stations you will need a better FM antenna. Your Polk Audio dealer
can recommend a high quality indoor or outdoor FM antenna. Be
sure to get one with a 75 Ohm coaxial output. If you already have a
TV roof antenna, you can use it for the FM tuner. Get a signal splitter
from a radio/TV dealer or Radio Shack store. It will allow you to use
the same antenna for TV and FM radio reception.
Listening to the radio
1. Press the POWER switch (A) to turn on the power.
2. Press one of the SOURCE buttons (B) on the front panel, or the AM
or FM buttons on the remote (C) to select either the FM or AM band.
If a radio station you select has a lot of background noise or
otherwise sounds distorted, the tuner is not getting a strong
enough signal. Look at the Signal Strength indicator in the upper
left hand corner of the display. If there are three or fewer bars lit,
that means you need to point the antenna in a different direction.
Watch the signal strength meter as you slowly rotate the antenna,
noting which direction gives you the strongest reading on the
meter. If you still don’t get clear reception of the radio station, you
either need a better antenna, or the broadcast station is too far
away from your home for good reception.
3. Press the TUNE UP and DOWN buttons (D) to tune in the desired
station. Pressing once for less than a half second changes the frequency
by one step. Pressing longer sequentially scans frequencies in the
indicated direction. Releasing the button in this state activates the auto
tuning function which automatically scans the frequencies until it
reaches a station, at which point the TUNED and signal level indicators
light and auto tuning stops.
4. Adjust the volume with the VOLUME control (E).
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Presetting Radio Station
Playing a DVD (or other audio/video source)
You can preset up to 30 FM/AM stations in any order. Stations can be
preset either manually (by you) or automatically (by the tuner).
1. Turn unit on by pressing POWER button (A).
2. Push the DVD input button (J) on the remote or use the
SOURCE ꢀ ꢀ buttons on the front panel (B) to toggle through the
sources until the display reads “DVD.”
Auto Presetting
This function scans the frequencies in the selected band and
automatically presets all stations that can be received.
3. Select Dolby Digital surround mode by pushing the SURROUND
ON/OFF button (K) on either the remote or preamp/processor
front panel, or choose from the DVD’s own menu.
1. Select the AM band (B).
2. Manually tune in the lowest receivable frequency (520 kHz) using the
TUNE buttons on the front panel (D) or RADIO TUNER on the remote (D).
4. Select the desired volume level with the VOLUME control (E).
5. Adjust the bass to your liking with the SUBWOOFER control (L) on
the remote.
3. Select the FM band (B).
4. Manually tune in the lowest receivable frequency (87.50 mHz) using
the TUNE buttons on the front panel (D) or RADIO TUNER on the
remote (D).
6. Enjoy!
Playing a CD (or other stereo audio source)
1. Turn unit on by pressing POWER button (A).
5. Operation stops automatically when all 50 preset memory positions
are filled or when auto scanning attains the highest end of all bands.
2. Push the CD input button (M) on the remote or use the SOURCE ꢀꢀ
arrows (B) to toggle through the sources until the display reads “CD.”
6. To stop the auto preset function in mid-operation, press any one of
the input buttons.
3. Select stereo or Dolby Pro Logic surround by pushing the SURROUND
ON/OFF button (K) on either the remote or preamp front panel.
Manual Presetting
Manually tune-in a desired station. Press the SAVE PRESETS (F) button
IMPORTANT NOTE:
M E M O
on the front panel of the preamp/processor until
starts
Most stereo recordings will provide very good surround sound
effects when played with the Pro Logic mode engaged, even though
they are not encoded in Dolby Surround.
blinking on the display. The radio station will automatically be saved to
the next available preset slot.
4. Select the desired volume level with the VOLUME control (E).
5. Adjust the bass to your liking with the SUBWOOFER control (L).
6. Enjoy!
Recalling a Preset Station
Each press of the RADIO PRESETS buttons (G) on either the remote
or RMDS-1 front panel moves the tuner to the next or previous preset
station. You can “fast forward” or “fast reverse” through the preset
stations by holding down the ꢀ or ꢀ PRESETS buttons. The operation
continues until the button is released.
Playing a Laserdisc
The procedure for playing a laserdisc is just like any other audio/video
source except that when you are playing a laserdisc with a Dolby Digital
(AC-3) soundtrack, you must press the LD-RF button on the remote (N).
When playing a Laserdisc that only has an analog soundtrack, press the
CABLE-LD button on the remote (O).
Preset Scan Tuning
1. Press the PRESET SCAN (H) button on the remote control.
P - S C A N
blinks on the display. (The preset station with the smallest
preset number is recalled first. If no stations have been preset, CH00
blinks in the display and the unit returns to the previous mode).
Playing a DSS Broadcast
The procedure for playing a DSS receiver is just like any other
audio/video source except that if your DSS receiver has a digital audio
output, you must press the DSS DIGITAL button on the remote (P).
If your DSS receiver only has analog audio outputs, press the DSS
button on the remote (Q).
2. Preset stations are recalled in sequence (CH-1, CH-2, etc.) for 5
seconds each. Preset numbers that do not contain stations are skipped.
3. When the desired preset station is received, cancel the preset
scan operation by pressing the PRESET SCAN (H) button again.
P - S C A N
The
indicator will turn off.
Late Night Listening
Digital sources like DVD and Laserdiscs offer the advantage of greater
dynamic range than analog sources. That means that the contrast is
greater between the softest sounds and the loudest sounds on the
recording. Wide dynamic range is a great benefit—except when you
are watching a movie and other people in the house are trying to sleep.
In such circumstances, just push the LATE NIGHT button (R) on the
RMDS remote and the dynamic range will be reduced so that you can
turn up the volume loud enough to hear the dialog without having the
peak sounds get too loud. Once again, domestic harmony is restored
thanks to Polk.
Clearing Preset Stations
You can remove preset stations from memory using the following
procedure.
1. Recall the preset number to be cleared with the method described in
“Recalling a Preset Station.”
2. Press the CLEAR button (I) for more than 3 seconds. “CLEAR”
appears on the display to indicate that the specified preset number
has been cleared.
3. If desired, you can clear all of the memory contents with a single
operation, as follows: Press the SAVE PRESETS button (F), CLEAR
button (I) and PRESETS ꢀ button (G) simultaneously for more than
3 seconds. CAUTION: The “all memory clear” operation clears all
memory including the volume level and surround mode memory and
turns the power OFF.
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You can use the Pro Logic mode with stereo sources such as radio, CD,
and tape to get very good surround sound, even though those sources
are not Dolby Surround encoded. Dolby Surround encoding is
compatible with stereo and mono playback, so conventional stereo
programs sound similar to surround encoded program when played with
the Pro Logic surround mode engaged. You may want to leave the
RMDS-1 in the surround mode all the time.
ABOUT SURROUND SOUND
The RMDS-1 system offers four modes of operation: Stereo, Dolby Pro
Logic, 2 channel Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital 5.1 surround. You
might wonder, “what is 2 channel Dolby Digital? Isn’t Dolby Digital
always 5.1 surround?” The answer is no. Dolby Digital is a digital audio
compression system that provides very high fidelity sound quality in
either 2 or 6 channels. (The six channels are Left and Right front,
Center, Left and Right rear and a Low Frequency Effects channel, or
5.1). The vast majority of Dolby Digital program materials are 5.1
multi-channel recordings. Most DVDs have both 2 channel and 5.1
channel Dolby Digital soundtracks. In most cases the default soundtrack
is the 2 channel Dolby Digital soundtrack and you must manually select
the 5.1 channel soundtrack via the DVD’s menu (see your DVD player’s
manual for instructions). But some DVDs only have a 2 channel Dolby
Digital soundtrack permitting only Dolby Pro Logic surround sound.
The chart below shows which modes are possible with which inputs, and
how to tell which mode you are in by looking at the front panel display.
When you see this
on the display:
That means you are
listening to:
And your program
material is:
That can be delivered by
these sources:
D
D
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D
D DIGITAL
D DIGITAL
D DIGITAL
Stereo
2 channel Dolby Digital
2 channel Dolby Digital
5.1 channel Dolby Digital
DVD, DSS satellite TV (only with
special Dolby Digital equipped
satellite receivers), Digital TV
broadcasts (future)
2/0
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D
PRO LOGIC
Pro Logic Surround
DVD, DSS satellite TV (only with
special Dolby Digital equipped
satellite receivers), Digital TV
broadcasts (future)
2/1
D
D
Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround
Stereo
Most DVDs, some 12" laserdiscs,
Digital TV broadcasts (future)
3/2.1
STEREO
2 channel Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic) encoded
Most Hi-Fi video tapes, some TV
broadcasts
PRO LOGIC
STEREO
Pro Logic Surround
Stereo
2 channel Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic) encoded
Most Hi-Fi video tapes, some TV
broadcasts
2 channel stereo
FM radio stations, CDs, LP records,
most TV broadcasts
PRO LOGIC
Pro Logic Surround
2 channel stereo
FM radio stations, CDs, LP records,
most TV broadcasts
The RMDS-1 is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby,” “AC-3,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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Operating from the front panel
1. Push the MULTI ROOM button on the front panel of the preamp/processor.
USING MULTI ROOM FEATURE
2. The red MULTI indicator will blink and the words “SEL SOURCE” will
appear on the display.
The Multi Room feature allows you to listen to an audio source
connected to the RMDS-1 system in another room of the house. For
example, you can watch a movie in the living room while your children
listen to the CD player in the family room. In order to use this feature,
you will need a pair of powered speakers (such as Polk AMR-5), or
another pair of speakers and integrated amplifier, and two RCA type
interconnect cables long enough to reach from room to room. Connect
the system as shown in Fig. 1. Follow the steps below to use the multi
room feature.
3. Push the either the ꢀ or ꢀ SOURCE button to select the source you
would like to play in the remote room.
4. A few seconds after you select the source, the words “MULTI VOL” will
appear in the display window. The red MULTI indicator continues to blink.
5. Turn the volume control to -15dB.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
For the sake of convenience the remote room amplifier should
have a volume control of its own. The goal of setting the volume on
the Multi Room menu is to supply the remote amp with enough
gain (volume) to make the signal audible, but not so much to
overload the input. Set the volume control of the remote integrated
amplifier to about the 10:00 o’clock position. Raise the RMDS-1
Multi Room volume until the sound in the remote room is
moderately loud (in the range of -20dB to -5dB). That should give
you a comfortable range of volume control on the remote amp.
Operating from the remote control:
1. Turn on the TV that is connected to the video output of the RMDS-1
preamp/processor.
2. Push the MULTI ROOM button on the remote control. The menu
shown below will appear on your TV screen.
6. Wait about another 10 seconds, the MULTI light will stop flashing
and the RMDS-1 will return to normal operation.
7. When you push the MULTI ROOM button again, the Multi Room
function turns off and stops sending sound to the remote room.
3. Push the right arrow on the remote control to select MULTI ROOM “ON.”
8. Any time you want sound in the
remote room, just push the
MULTI ROOM button and the unit
will recall the source and volume
level that you selected the
last time you used
RIGHT
LEFT
the multi room function.
4. Use the down arrow to go to SOURCE, then toggle through the source
choices by pushing the left or right gh arrows.
9. If you want to change the multi
room source or volume level, just
repeat steps 2 through 6, or use the
remote control, as described above.
(Fig. 1)
5. Move the cursor down to VOLUME and use the up and down
arrows ꢀ ꢀ to select a volume level.
INTEGRATED AMP
LINE IN
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
For the sake of convenience the remote room amplifier should
have a volume control of its own. The goal of setting the volume
on the Multi Room menu is to supply the remote amp with enough
gain (volume) to make the signal audible, but not so much to
overload the input. Set the volume control of the remote integrated
amplifier to about the 10:00 o’clock position. Raise the RMDS-1
Multi Room volume until the sound in the remote room is
moderately loud. That should give you a comfortable range of
volume control on the remote amp.
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DVD
S-VHS
FM(75Ω) GROUND
AM
OR
Standard
Left
ANALOG
AUDIO
INPUTS
Right
6. Move the cursor down to the EXIT line. Press the Enter button on the
remote control to save and exit this menu. The preamp/processor will
now go back to normal operation.
Multi-Room
Output
TAPE TAPE Rec.
In Out
VCR VCR Rec.
In Out
CD
DSS
LD
DVD
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If something doesn’t seem to work right, please use the chart below before calling your dealer or Polk Audio. You will actually save time in the
long run if you have already eliminated some of the possible reasons for the problem.
If this happens:
Try this:
Well then:
No sound from any speaker with any source.
Make sure the subwoofer is plugged in
to a live AC outlet, and that the power switch
on the back of the sub is set to “Standby.”
Still doesn’t work? Try...
Make sure the 4 meter cable that connects
preamp/processor and subwoofer is firmly
inserted and screwed in.
If the cable is loose, tighten it, turn the
system off and then back on again.
Still doesn’t work? Try...
Make sure the MUTE light is not lit on the
front panel display.
Push the MUTE button on the front panel or
remote once to turn off the MUTE light and
resume sound.
Check the small pilot light on the bottom of
the subwoofer enclosure, just above the base.
It should be glowing either red or green.
If it isn’t glowing at all, disconnect the sub-
woofer AC cord from the wall socket and
remove the fuse that is near the subwoofer’s
Power switch. If it is blown or if you are in
doubt, replace it with an identical fuse.
DO NOT USE ANY VALUE FUSE
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OTHER THAN THAT INDICATED.
No sound from one satellite speaker.
Double check all speaker wire connections at
the amplifier and the speakers to make sure
they are secure.
Still doesn’t work? Try...
Disconnect the silent satellite speaker from
its speaker wires and replace it with a
working satellite speaker.
If the “new” speaker doesn’t play, the fault
is in the speaker wire, power amplifier,
or preamp/processor and NOT the satellite
speaker. Call your dealer or Polk Audio.
If the “new” speaker does play, the fault
lies with the speaker.
No sound from the rear surround speakers.
Press the Surround On/Off button on either
the remote control or front panel. Either
DOLBY DIGITAL 3/2.1 or PRO LOGIC 2/1
will appear in the display window.
Still no surround channels? Try...
If you are listening to a TV or FM broadcast,
it is possible that the broadcast is not in
stereo. The surround processor must have
at least a stereo signal from which to derive
surround sound.
Try a source that you know for a fact is
stereo or multi-channel. If that doesn’t
work, call your dealer or Polk Audio.
The system will not go into Dolby Digital 5.1
surround sound with a DVD. Pro Logic 2/1
appears in the display window.
Make sure the DVD player is set up to deliver a
5.1 signal to the RMDS-1 system. Check your
DVD owner’s manual to learn how to access
the DVD player’s menu. Select 5.1 operation.
Still no 5.1? Try...
The default sound on DVDs is 2 channel stereo.
Make sure the DVD itself is set to 5.1. Push
the Menu or Title button on the DVD player’s
remote control to access the menu of the DVD
disc. Look in “Languages” or “Sound Set Up”
to find and select Dolby Digital 5.1 sound.
Can’t find a 5.1 selection on the title menu?
Some DVDs (particularly old movies) only
have 2 channel soundtracks. Look carefully
at the DVD box to see if it specifically says
“5.1 Dolby Digital Soundtrack.” If not, just
enjoy the Pro Logic surround, because that’s
all there is on that disc. If you are sure it is a
5.1 disc and it still isn’t delivering 5.1…
Make sure you have made a secure digital
connection between the digital output of the
DVD player and the Digital DVD input on the
RMDS-1 preamp.
Still no 5.1? Call your Polk dealer or Polk Audio.
Some Laserdiscs make sound and some don’t.
Make sure you connect the RF AC-3 output
and the analog outputs to the LD input of the
RMDS-1. Non-Dolby Digital LDs can only get
the soundtrack to the RMDS-1 through the
analog outputs. Push the cable-LD button on
the remote to hear analog Laserdiscs.
This will definitely fix the problem.
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Interference
POLK AUDIO LIMITED WARRANTY
If this unit is placed very near a television, picture disturbance
or noise may occur on the TV. In such a case, move the RMDS-1
preamp/processor as far as possible from the television. If the problem
persists, re-route the TV antenna cable so that it is as far as possible
from the power cable and audio and video connection cables of the
RMDS-1 system. Since the phenomenon is most likely to occur when
using a TV antenna with a 300-ohm feeder wire, we recommend using
an outdoor antenna connected via a 75-ohm coaxial cable.
Polk Audio, Inc., warrants to the original purchaser only that the
Preamp/Processor and Amplifier in this Polk Audio Loudspeaker
Product (the “Product”) will be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of original
retail purchase from a Polk Audio Authorized Dealer. Polk Audio, Inc.,
further warrants to the original purchaser only that the
Loudspeaker(s) in this Polk Audio Product (the “Product”) will be free
from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years
from the date of original retail purchase from a Polk Audio Authorized
Dealer. However, this Warranty will automatically terminate prior to the
expiration if you sell or otherwise transfer the Product to any other
party. The original retail purchaser shall hereinafter be referred to as
“you.” To allow Polk Audio to offer the best possible warranty service,
please fill out the Product Registration Card(s) and send it to the
Factory, at the address provided on the Product Cards(s) within ten (10)
days of the date of purchase.
Safe Limits of Operation
The RM Digital Solution system was made with the highest quality
materials for years of trouble-free performance. However, damage to
the system can occur if the system is played at excessive listening
levels. When the sound becomes harsh or distorted, you have reached
the safe limit of operation. Turn down the volume until the sound is
clear and undistorted.
Protection Circuits
The RMDS-1 amplifier features several circuits to protect the
amplifier and speakers from damage from overheating, shorts, and
other electrical faults. If these protection circuits are tripped, all
channels will turn off, even if the fault occurs on only one channel.
In such cases, turn off the RMDS-1 preamp/processor, remove the
fault (usually a short on one of the speaker wires where the + and -
wires have touched each other) and turn the system back on again.
In the case of overheating, allow the system to cool down for about
15 minutes and re-start the system. Overheating is usually a sign that
the amplifier (in the subwoofer enclosure) does not have enough air
circulation. Move the subwoofer to a less enclosed space.
Defective Products must be shipped, together with proof of purchase,
prepaid insured to the Polk Audio Authorized Dealer from whom you
purchased the Product, or to the Factory at 2550 Britannia Boulevard,
Suite D, San Diego, California 92173. Products must be shipped in the
original shipping container or its equivalent; in any case the risk of loss
or damage in transit is to be borne by you. If upon examination at the
Factory or Polk Audio Authorized Dealer it is determined that the unit
was defective in materials or workmanship at any time during this
Warranty period, Polk Audio or the Polk Audio Authorized Dealer will, at
its option, repair or replace with new or reconditioned parts this Product
at no additional charge, except as set forth below. All replaced parts and
Products become the property of Polk Audio. Products replaced or
repaired
Maintaining the Appearance of Your System
The preamp/processor and speaker enclosures may be cleaned with a
soft damp cloth or duster. Do not use harsh detergents and cleaning
fluids, they can permanently damage the finish. Vacuum the speaker
grilles to remove dust.
under this warranty will be returned to you, within a reasonable time,
freight prepaid.
This warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused
by accident, disaster, misuse, abuse, negligence, inadequate packing or
shipping procedures, commercial use, voltage inputs in excess of the
rated maximum of the unit, cosmetic appearance of cabinetry not
directly attributable to defect in materials or workmanship, or service,
repair, or modification of the Product which has not been authorized or
approved by Polk Audio. This warranty shall terminate if the Serial
number on the Product has been removed, tampered with or defaced.
Q. “Why does my system hum?”
A. “It doesn’t know the words.”
This is what passes for humor in the audio business.
Here is the real answer.
In some installations you may hear a humming noise from the
subwoofer. Most hum problems are caused by ground loops. That is, the
electrical grounds of the components in your system are not at the
same electrical potential. To help avoid hum problems, make sure that
every component in the audio/video system is plugged in to the same
electrical circuit (not necessarily the same outlet). A common ground
loop source is cable TV. Disconnect the coaxial cable from your TV
and/or VCR. If the hum goes away, the cable TV is the ground loop
villain. In that case, you need a 75-ohm ground loop isolator. This
device is about the size of a pen and is attached to your coaxial cable
where it plugs into your VCR (or television). You can obtain this device
from some audio dealers, Radio Shack stores, Xantech (1-800-843-
5465) or Channel Plus (1-800-999-5225).
This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed Warranties. If this Product
is defective in materials or workmanship as warranted above, your sole
remedy shall be repair or replacement as provided above. In no event
will Polk Audio, Inc. be liable to you for any incidental or consequential
damages arising out of the use or inability to use the Product, even if
Polk Audio, Inc. or a Polk Audio Authorized Dealer has been advised of
the possibility of such damages, or for any claim by any other party.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential
damages, so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you.
All implied warranties on this Product are limited to the duration of this
expressed Warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an
implied Warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have
other rights which vary from state to state.
Ground loops and hum can also be the result of faulty electrical wiring
in your home. Consult a licensed electrician to evaluate and, if
necessary, repair the AC wiring in your home. Light dimmers also tend
to introduce noise into audio systems. Remove them.
If none of our suggestions works for you, call our customer service
number shown below.
This Warranty applies only to Products purchased in the United States
of America, its possessions, and U.S. and NATO armed forces exchanges
and audio clubs. The Warranty terms and conditions applicable to
Products purchased in other countries are available from the Polk
Audio Authorized Distributors in such countries.
Technical Assistance or Service
If, after following the hook-up and use directions and consulting the
troubleshooting chart on page 26, you still have trouble, please call our
cheerful customer service representatives. They are happy to answer
your questions and provide fast, friendly service. In North America call
(800) 377-7655, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM through 6:00 PM
Eastern time. Or you can e-mail us at our Internet service address:
“Polk Audio,” “The Speaker Specialists,” and “Power Port”
are trademarks of Britannia Investment Corporation used under license
by Polk Audio Incorporated.
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RMDS-1 Specifications
System
Preamp/Processor
FM Tuner Section
Usable Sensitivity
Signal to noise ratio
Distortion
Stereo Separation
Alternate Channel Selectivity
Image Rejection
IHF 1.3 eV/13.5dBf
Mono/Stereo 76/68dB
Mono/Stereo 0.2/0.5%
1 kHz 40dB
400kHz 65dB
98 MHz 50dB
Overall Frequency Response
30Hz—24kHz
-3dB Frequency Response Limits
38Hz—20kHz
Subwoofer to Satellite/Center Crossover Design
Active 4th order (24dB/octave) low-pass and high-pass,
150Hz acoustic crossover.
AM Tuner Section
Usable Sensitivity:
Signal to noise ratio
Selectivity
Loop 500µV
50dB
20kHz 70dB
98 MHz 50dB
Maximum Sound Pressure Level
105 dB in an IEC Standard 80 cubic meter
(2825 cubic foot, e.g. 15'W x 22'L x 81⁄2'H) room
Image Rejection
Satellites
General
Power Requirement
Power Consumption (AC-3 RF)
Dimensions (Max)
AC 120V 60Hz
26W
Driver Complement:
1-31⁄4" magnetically shielded midrange driver with polypropylene cone
and butyl rubber surround
171⁄4"W x 41⁄2"H x 14"D
1-3⁄4" silk dome tweeter w/neodymium magnet (self shielded)
*Power ratings alone cannot predict actual sound output. Loudspeaker
efficiency is by far the most important factor in determining how loud your
system will play. For this reason we also specify the calculated maximum
sound output of the RMDS-1 system in a 2825 cu ft. room (for example,
one measuring approximately 15'W x 22'L x 81⁄2'H). The maximum SPL
(volume) of the RMDS-1 in such a room would be 105 dB, as loud as
a rock band at 150 feet; certainly loud enough to get you evicted from
a New York City apartment. There are worse fates.
Crossover Design:
2nd order (12dB per octave slopes, electrical) symmetrical topology;
mid-tweeter crossover @ 3.1 kHz; Mylar film capacitors in tweeter’s
signal path.
Dimensions:
4"W x 63⁄4"H x 5"D
Center Channel
Driver Complement:
2-31⁄4" magnetically shielded drivers with polypropylene cones and
butyl rubber surrounds
1-3⁄4" silk dome tweeter w/neodymium magnet (self shielded)
Crossover design:
2nd order (12dB per octave slopes, electrical) symmetrical topology;
mid-tweeter crossover @ 2.5 kHz; Mylar film capacitors in tweeter’s
signal path.
Dimensions:
111⁄2"W x 41⁄2"H x 53⁄4"D
Subwoofer
Driver Complement:
1-10" magnetically shielded driver with 11⁄2" voice coil, polypropylene
cone and butyl rubber surround
Crossover design:
Fixed, active 4th order (24dB/octave) low-pass with amplitude shaping
Cabinet Dimensions:
151⁄2"W x 183⁄4"H x 191⁄2"D
Six Channel Power Amplifier
System Continuous Power Output
Greater than 500 Watts into 4 Ohms,
all channels driven*
Dynamic Power Output:
700 watts into 4 Ohms, all channels driven*
Bandwidth
20Hz-22kHz
Distortion
0.05%
Power Requirement
AC 120V, 50/60Hz
Maximum Power Consumption
800 Watts
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