Asus AIR3 User manual

AIR3
Speakers for iPod withiPod with
ASUS Internet Radio
User Manual

Contents
Contents ......................................................................2
Notices.......................................................................................................... 4
Notes for this manual..............................................................................5
Welcome ......................................................................6
Package contents......................................................................................6
Overview...................................................................................................... 7
Features .................................................................................................7
Supported iPod models...................................................................7
Specifications ............................................................................................. 8
Getting to know your AIR3 ........................................9
Front view.................................................................................................... 9
Rear view....................................................................................................10
Top view.....................................................................................................12
Using the remote control.....................................................................14
Turning on the device...........................................................................16
Main menu ................................................................................................17
Language selection................................................................................17
Text entry...................................................................................................18
iPod mode .................................................................19
Playing iPod music .................................................................................19
Playing iPod videos or photos............................................................20
AUX mode..................................................................21
AIR mode ...................................................................22
Searching for a radio station...............................................................22
Searching by global rankings ......................................................22
Searching by genre..........................................................................23
Searching by country/location....................................................23
Searching by station name...........................................................24

Connecting to a station........................................................................25
Adding a station to My Favorite ........................................................25
Adding a currently played radio station ..................................25
Adding a radio station from the list...........................................26
Adding a manually entered station...........................................26
Managing My Favorite ..........................................................................27
UPnP playback ..........................................................28
Configuring UPnP settings on PC .....................................................28
Playing PC music on AIR3 ....................................................................30
Other settings ...........................................................31
Weather forecasting...............................................................................31
Checking out weather forecasts.................................................31
Standby mode display....................................................................32
Configuration ...........................................................................................33
Network ...............................................................................................33
Clock .....................................................................................................33
Alarm ....................................................................................................33
Language ............................................................................................34
Dimmer................................................................................................34
Sleep Timer.........................................................................................35
Buffer ....................................................................................................35
Weather................................................................................................35
Version Update..................................................................................35
Reset .....................................................................................................36
Troubleshooting .......................................................37

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Interference
Statement
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 manufacturer’s 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 turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.

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FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment.This equipment should beThis equipment should be
installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between
the radiator and your body.This transmitter must not be co-located
or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the U.S.A. is
firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11.
Industry Canada Statement
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause interference andThis device may not cause interference and
• This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment.This equipment should beThis equipment should be
installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between
the radiator and your body.
Notes for this manual
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.
WARNING: Vital information that you MUST follow to prevent
injury to yourself.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
TIP: Tips and useful information that help you complete a task.
NOTE: Additional information for special situations.

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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of AIR3.The following
illustrations are the package contents of your new AIR3. Note that
the package does not include an iPod.
Package contents
PREVIOUS PLAY/PAUSE NEXT
AIR3 Remote control
Power cord AC power adapter Wireless antenna
3.5mm jack audio cable S-Video cable AAA battery x2
Quick Start Guide
User Manual
Quick Start Guide User Manual
R
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Rock Solid Heart Touching
Cleaning cloth Warranty card
*The illustrations are for
reference only. Actual
product specifications
may vary.
–or–

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Overview
AIR3 is both an iPod docking station and an Internet Radio that
enriches your audiovisual life.You can play your iPod music through
the AIR3 speakers.When connected to a display, AIR3 allows you to
view your iPod videos or image files. AIR3 also provides easy access
to a wide selection of radio stations on the Internet. Before enjoying
your ASUS Internet Radio, ensure that you have access to a wired/
wireless network.
Features
• iPod docking with high quality stereo speakers
• Aux In from other audio devices
• Video Out from iPod touch and other iPods
• Stand-alone device
• Wireless/wired connection
• More than 10,000 worldwide radio stations with rankings
• Playing music on your PC through UPnP protocol
• 250 favorite radio stations
• Nap alarm clock
• Internet weather forecast and financial information
• ETL™ speakers with HDSS® certification
Supported iPod models
AIR3 supports all types of iPods except iPod shuffle.
(iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.)

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Specications
Connectivity Wireless LAN 802.11b/g
Wired 10/100M Ethernet
Data rates 54 Mbits (WLAN)
10/100 Mbits (Ethernet)
Wireless LAN security 64/128-bit WEP
WPA/WPA2
Audio format decoder MP3/WMA
16Kbps–320Kbps
SNR >90dB earphone
Display 128 × 64 FSTN graphics display
Blue color with white LED
I/O ports
Universal iPod Docking
Headphone jack (Φ 3.5mm)
Aux In (Φ 3.5mm)
Ethernet (RJ45)
DC power jack
Video out (RCA jack)
S-Video (DIN jack)
Speakers 1”Silk Dome Tweeters 3 Watt/5 Ohm x 2
3.5”Woofers 15 Watt/4 Ohm x 2
AC power adapter Input: AC 100–240V (50–60Hz)
Output: DC 20V/2A
Remote control 22 keys
Dimension 408 (L) ×170 (W) ×170 (H) mm
Weight 3.5 Kg (device only)
ADSL/Cable
Modem bandwidth
(recommended)
1M bps at least

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Getting to know your AIR3
Front view
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LCD display
The LCD display, with adjustable backlight, shows user interface.
IR receiver
The IR receiver receives commands from the remote control.
Speakers
The built-in speakers deliver high-quality audio output.The silk
dome tweeters (3W x 2) produce natural and original sound; the
woofers (15W x 2) provide solid and real bass sound.You may
remove the front net cover to see the speakers.
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Rear view
Wireless antenna
Install the supplied antenna and set it to a vertical position tothe supplied antenna and set it to a vertical position to
ensure best reception of wireless signal.
AUX IN jack
To use the device solely as speakers, connect the supplied
3.5mm jack audio cable to this jack from a playback device.
VIDEO OUT jack
To connect the device to a display, plug a composite cable
(yellow) into this jack.
S-VIDEO jack
To connect the device to a display, plug the supplied S-Video
cable into this jack.
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