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Rear Panel

See the illustration on page 3.

AC-Power Outlets 

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The RLC-1080 Power Conditioner provides for 
connection of up to twelve (12) components. 
The outlets are arranged according to the type 
of filtering protection provided for a given 
component type. These Isolated Noise Filter 
Banks (INFBs) eliminate EMI and RFI that can 
negatively impact sound and video quality. You 
should plug your components into the recom-
mended outlets to achieve optimum protection 
for your equipment. 

Note:

 All outlets provide surge protection, 

voltage protection, noise filtering and pure sine 
wave battery backup power. 

DIGITAL FILTER Outlets 

eliminate noise 

interference for Digital Components (CD, DVD, 
DVR, CATV/SAT, Flat Panel Monitors, Hi-Def 
tuners, etc.).

Note:

 Any digital device can be plugged into 

the 

DIGITAL FILTER

 outlets, any video device 

can be plugged into either of the 

VIDEO FILTER

 

outlets, etc. For example, if you have a cable 
box and a satellite receiver, but no monitor, you 
can plug the cable box into the 

“CATV/SAT”

 

outlet, and the satellite receiver into the 

“Moni-

tor”

 outlet.

VIDEO FILTER Outlets 

provide filtering for 

video devices (

TV

 and 

VCR

).

ANALOG FILTER Outlets 

provides filtering 

for analog-based equipment (

TUNER/AUX

 

and 

Preamp/Receiver

).

HIGH CURRENT FILTER Outlets 

provide 

filtering for high-current devices (

SUBWOOFER

 

and 

AMPLIFIER

).

EXTERNAL BATTERY Connector 

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This provides a connection for the optional 
Extended Battery Pack. Ask your Rotel dealer 
for additional information.

Cooling Fan 

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The RLC-1080 has a micro-processor controlled, 
ultra-quiet cooling fan, which keeps the unit cool 
when operating on battery power.

Surge Protected COAX/RF 

Connectors 

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The surge protection feature prevents surges 
traveling over coaxial data lines from damaging 
the system. Connect the coaxial cable from the 
CATV or Cable Modem provider to the connector 
marked 

“IN”

, connect other cables from the 

connectors marked 

“OUT”

 to the device(s) 

being protected (CATV box or Cable Modem). 
The RLC-1080 has an internal cable splitter so 
a single cable input can provide a signal to two 
components. 

The RLC-1080 also provides the same surge 
protection for your satellite or RF antenna sys-
tem. Connect the coaxial cable from the satellite 
or antenna system to the connector marked 

“IN”

, connect another coaxial cable from the 

connector marked 

“OUT”

 to the device being 

protected.

CIRCUIT BREAKER 

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This “press-to-reset” Circuit Breaker may be 
“tripped” when there is a power line electrical 
surge or when the unit is overloaded. If such 
conditions occur the circuit breaker button 
pops out and shuts down output power to the 
outlets. To reset the Circuit Breaker simply push 
the button in.

Caution:

 When resetting the Circuit Breaker, 

push the button in quickly and release it. 

Do not 

hold the Circuit Breaker button in.

 Doing 

so may result in equipment damage.

SYSTEM GROUND Screw 

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Provides for the connection of grounding wires 
from all of your equipment. Grounding all your 
equipment to a single terminal prevents “ground 
loop” problems that can cause an audible “hum” 
to be heard through the speakers. 

DATA PORT Jack (USB) 

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This port lets the RLC-1080 communicate with the 
included PowerChute Personal Edition software. 
If the RLC-1080 is also protecting a home com-
puter, the software will automatically save files 
and properly shutdown the operating system if 
the unit about to shutdown due to a low battery 
condition. For more information regarding the 
installation and use of this software, see the 
documentation contained on the PowerChute 
Personal Edition CD.

Surge Protected Telephone Jacks 

(TEL/DVR/SAT/DSL) 

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The RLC-1080 has a telephone line splitter (2-line 
4-wire with splitter) with surge protection for 
components connected via telephone line. Con-
nect the supplied RJ11 Telephone cable from the 
wall jack (source) to the telephone line connector 
marked 

“IN”

. Connect the telephone cables from 

the equipment to be protected (Telephone, DVR, 
DSS, or DSL) to the connectors marked 

“OUT 

A”

 and 

“OUT B”

ETHERNET Surge Protected Jacks 

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The RLC-1080 protects a device connected to a 
home network from surges traveling over Ethernet 
network data lines. Connect the supplied RJ-45 
Cable from the wall jack (source) to the connec-
tor marked 

“IN”

. Connect another network 

cable from the connector marked 

“OUT”

 to 

the network equipment to be protected.

DC TRIGGER Jacks 

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These jacks provide for the connection of a 
component acting as a DC trigger, which controls 
turn on/off, as well as sequencing of the 

“DE-

LAYED1”

 and 

“DELAYED 2”

 outlet banks. 

The RLC-1080 also allows that DC signal to pass 
through to another connected component.

Caution:

 When making connections to the 

DC Trigger jacks, connect the source of the 
DC Trigger to the IN jack. The OUT jack 
should be used only as a pass-through. The 
DC Trigger signal can be short circuited if the 
input and output cables are reversed.  
 
The maximum input voltage for the DC Trigger 
is 30VDC. Do not apply an AC voltage to the 
DC Trigger jacks. 

Failure to comply with 

this statement may result in equip-

ment damage.

Input Power Connector 

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Provides for connection of the supplied AC power 
cord to the RLC-1080. Connect the other end 
to a normal AC power outlet (15 Amp, 120 
VAC, 50-60 Hz).

BUILDING WIRING FAULT Indicator 

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If this indicator is lit, one of three wiring prob-
lems exists in the building wiring circuit: missing 
ground, overloaded neutral, or reversed polarity. 
An electrician should be consulted to resolve 
the problem.

Summary of Contents for RLC-1080

Page 1: ...RLC 1080 Power Conditioner Owner s Manual To register your purchase now go to www rotel com ...

Page 2: ...bend in the power cords which may break the wire strands of the cord Although this device provides protection against electrical surges when connecting an outside antenna or cable system to devices connected to this device ensure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide additional protection against voltage surges and static charges in accordance with Section 810 of the National El...

Page 3: ...3 English Front and Rear Panel Controls and Connections ...

Page 4: ...ections 3 About Rotel 4 Getting Started 4 Features 5 Parts List 5 A Few Precautions 5 Power Capacity 5 Placement 5 Front Panel 6 ON BATTERY Status Indicator 1 6 DELAYED 1 Status Indicator 2 6 DELAYED 2 Status Indicator 3 6 REGULATING Status Indicator 4 6 Vacuum Fluorescent Display 5 6 OVERLOAD Status Indicator 6 6 FILTERING Status Indicator 7 6 LINE OK Status Indicator 8 6 LOW BATTERY Status Indic...

Page 5: ...r cause the building circuit breaker to trip Parts List The RLC 1080 Power Conditioner includes the parts listed below If any items are missing please contact your authorized Rotel dealer 1 Power Conditioner with Battery Backup bat tery pack included 1 Front Display Panel Bezel 1 Input Power Cord 3 Coaxial Patch Cables 1 DC Trigger Cable 1 PowerChute Personal Edition Software CD 1 USB Interface Ca...

Page 6: ...to maintain safe voltage conditions for the connected components or the unit is operating on battery power due to a power outage or extreme voltage level conditions LOW BATTERY Status Indicator 9 When lit orange this indicates the Battery Pack charge level is low This should occur only after the RLC 1080 has been running on battery power for a period of time The user can set the unit so this indic...

Page 7: ... reset the Circuit Breaker simply push the button in Caution When resetting the Circuit Breaker push the button in quickly and release it Do not hold the Circuit Breaker button in Doing so may result in equipment damage SYSTEM GROUND Screw o Provides for the connection of grounding wires from all of your equipment Grounding all your equipment to a single terminal prevents ground loop problems that...

Page 8: ...lock the fan Connecting the Battery The RLC 1080 is shipped with front bezel of the unit unattached and with the internal battery pack disconnected Connect the internal battery pack and attach the front bezel as follows 1 Remove the battery retaining bar 2 Push the Battery Wire Connector into the hole located at the left of the Battery Pack Check to be sure that the connector is securely connected...

Page 9: ...the AVR is active SYSTEM LOAD XXXW LOAD XXX This screen shows the power load of the connected equipment in watts as well as a percentage of the total allowable load connected to the unit Loads less than 5 of the rated power 50 watts are displayed as 5 EST RUNTIME XHRS FUEL XXX This screen shows the Estimated Runtime in hours as well as the Fuel capacity of the internal battery pack as a percentage...

Page 10: ... designed for certain type of components It is recommended that you connect your A V components to the power outlets that are designed for that type of unit For more information see the AC Power Outlets section of this manual Connect the ground connector of each component in the system to the SYSTEM GROUND terminal on the RLC 1080 This will eliminate ground loops thus prevent the audible hum that ...

Page 11: ...Y IF XXXV Setting Display example not shown This lets you set a low voltage threshold for the unit If the power input voltage goes down to the level set on this display screen the RLC 1080 switches to Internal Battery power The input voltage when this happens can be set from 90 to 100 volts OUTLET DELAY1 and OUTLET DELAY2 Setting Only the Outlet Delay1 display screen is shown This lets you set the...

Page 12: ...press the Status button until the desired screen is displayed Then press and hold the Status button down until the screen displays CURRENT SCREEN IS SAVED AS DEFAULT Troubleshooting The VFD screen will display any faults or warn ing conditions that occur along with a message explaining what action to take If ever in doubt as to what action to take please contact your authorised Rotel dealer or Rot...

Page 13: ... Car tridge part RBC63 canbeorderedfromyourau thorized Rotel dealer or Rotel Technical Support at techsupport rotel com or 800 370 3741 Limited Warranty Rotel warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase Rotel s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing at its own sole op tion any such defec...

Page 14: ... 90 Capacity 8 hrs Battery Service User replaceable Hot swappable Battery Life 2 5 Years Depending on use environment and temperature Battery Runtime 20 minutes half load or 7 5 minutes full load Actual runtimes are determined by load battery charge level battery health and quantity of batteries installed SURGE PROTECTION Let Through Voltage Rating 40V Data Line Protection Jacks RJ45 COAX 3 pair s...

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