Speaker hiss with Multi input

[simonb68]

Having read various views on here that suggest the Multi inputs are 'cleaner' than the 2 ch CD input I thought I'd give them a try for CD. However I noticed a quite audible hiss from the speakers when using just L and R channels of the multi inputs that I don't get from the 2 ch inputs.

Is there a possible reason/cure for this?

Thanks
Simon

[greggz]

There was a bad batch of 1066's right at the beginning that experienced a problem similar to what you are describing. Rotel quickly recalled all of those units and dealers were to ship those units back to Rotel.

Here is a quick test to see if you are experiencing the same problem. Disconnect all of the VIDEO connections to your 1066 (composite, component, and s-video). The problem I mention was caused by a grounding loop created between the audio and video connections. If the hiss goes away when you remove all the video connections, then you probably have one of those recalled units. If the problem doesn’t go away, then you have a different problem, but a problem none the less. Either way, Rotel will take care of you.




Gregg

[simonb68]

Gregg, many thanks for the reply. I should have said, its a 1055, however it doesnt seem unlikely that the same problem could affect both units. I will try what you suggest to see if that cures the problem, if so I will be contacting Rotel.

Thanks again
Simon