Belkin F8V7097 User manual

TuneBase™ FM
Mount, power, and listen to your iPod mini as you drive
for iPod® mini
User Manual
F8V7097

Introduction
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the innovative TuneBase
FM Mobile Power Cord (the TuneBase FM) from Belkin. This product is
designed to mount, stabilize, charge, power, and play your iPod mini as
you drive. Please review this User Manual carefully so that you can be sure
you’ll get the most from your iPod mini, virtually anywhere you go.
Setup instructions
1. Turn your car stereo volume down.
2. Connect the Belkin TuneBase FM to your cigarette lighter
adapter in your car. The LED on the TuneBase FM indicates
proper connection.
Warning: Avoid excessive force when rotating the connector in the cigarette
lighter adapter. When you face resistance, unplug the connector from the outlet
and reinsert it in the desired position. Failure to do so may result in damage to
the car’s cigarette lighter adapter or power outlet.
NOTE: The exact dimensions of power outlets vary by make and model of the
car. In some cases, the fit might be improved by pressing the collar (included
with the product) into the power outlet before inserting the connector in order
to ensure a tight fit. However, the collar will not be necessary in most cars (and
will not fit in the power outlet).

3. Bend and position the
flexible-steel neck to a
desired position for your
iPod mini.
4. Carefully slide your iPod
mini into the form-fitted
cradle at the top of the
TuneBase FM. The iPod
mini will power on if the
car battery is on. The
iPod mini will go into
sleep mode if power
is removed from the
cigarette lighter or the
car is turned off.
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5. As an optional user method, connect your cassette adapter or audio
cables to the 3.5mm audio-out jack and listen to your iPod mini
through your car stereo or portable stereo device.
Make sure the ring is
positioned properly around
the metal contact to ensure
proper electrical connection
with the power outlet.
Connector
Fit ring
Power outlet or
cigarette lighter adapter
Memory
Memory
indicator
Frequency display
Frequency selector
Make sure the ring is
positioned properly around
the metal contact to ensure
proper electrical connection
with the power outlet.
Connector
Fit ring
Power outlet or
cigarette lighter adapter
Memory
Memory
indicator
Frequency display
Frequency selector
Make sure the ring is
positioned properly around
the metal contact to ensure
proper electrical connection
with the power outlet.
Connector
Fit ring
Power outlet or
cigarette lighter adapter
Memory
Memory
indicator
Frequency display
Frequency selector

Using the TuneBase FM Transmitter
The TuneBase FM transmitter function automatically turns on when the
iPod mini is connected and car power is available. It automatically turns off
when the iPod mini is removed or car power becomes unavailable.
1. Tune your car stereo frequency to a channel with a weak broadcast
signal. The ideal channel is one that is not broadcasting a radio
program, or is doing so weakly.
2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button on the TuneBase to select the transmission
frequency chosen in step 1, in your car, for broadcast. Press and hold
either button for fast-forward or backward tuning.
3. To memorize a specific frequency (four stations maximum) for
easy selection:
(a) select desired frequency using up and down arrows;
(b) press and hold the desired preset button for 2 seconds; the first
digit of the display will indicate the chosen memory spot; and
(c) press 1 of the 4 memory buttons briefly to toggle among the 4
memory slots and retrieve the memorized frequency.
4. Adjust the volume of your FM radio to the desired listening level.

Make sure the ring is
positioned properly around
the metal contact to ensure
proper electrical connection
with the power outlet.
Connector
Fit ring
Power outlet or
cigarette lighter adapter
Memory
Memory
indicator
Frequency display
Frequency selector
NOTE: In some instances, when open frequencies are hard to find, lowering the
car antenna (available in some cars) will improve the clarity of the TuneBase
FM’s signal.
NOTE: To avoid damage to the iPod mini, please make sure to disconnect the
iPod mini from the TuneBase FM’s cradle before disconnecting the TuneBase
FM from the power outlet of the car.

Troubleshooting
My iPod does not seem to be charging.
Solution 1
Please make sure that the TuneBase is connected to the power outlet of
the car correctly. The green indicator light on the cigarette lighteradapter
portion of the product should be lit up at all times.
Solution 2
Please make sure that the iPod is pushed all the way into the cradle.
Solution 3
Please make sure that the power outlet of your car is provided with power.
Some cars do not provide power to the power outlet unless the car is in
ignition mode or the engine is started. In case all previous solutions did
not solve the problem the fuse of the TuneBase might be burned. In order
to exchange the fuse, please follow these steps carefully:
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DO THIS IN THE CAR. Please use a clean table for
disassembly so that components do not get lost. The contact piece at
the front end of the cigarette lighter adapter is spring loaded. Carefully
remove the nut at the front end with pliers. Remove it slowly so that the
spring inside the cigarette lighter adapter does not get lost. The fuse will
be easily accessible now. Please exchange for a new one available at any
car supply store. Please refer to Fig. B for correct order of assembly. Make
sure to tighten the nut firmly with pliers.

The TuneBase and iPod are in the way of
my car’s controls.
Solution 1
The TuneBase has been designed to be easily
positioned in a wide variety of orientations in the
car. Please use the gooseneck and the articulation
behind the docking cradle to position it away from any
controls of the car. Please make sure to position the
gooseneck in as close to an upright position from the
CLA as possible (Fig. A).
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Troubleshooting
The Tunebase rotates out of position around the center of the power
outlet.
Solution 1
Please make sure to solidly attach the cigarette lighter adapter portion of
the product in the power outlet. Test the stability by pushing the product
sideways before driving.
Solution 2
In some cars, the power outlet is bigger in diameter than the cigarette
lighter adapter. You will notice a wiggle in the TuneBase when pushing
it. In that case, please use the collar provided to decrease any play. Fit the
collar around the cigarette lighter adapter of the TuneBase first and then
attach the cigarette lighter adapter in the power outlet. Slide the collar
into the power outlet making sure that all four protrusions fit into the
power outlet.
Solution 3
Some power outlets will not fit all four protrusions of the collar. In order
to improve the fit of the cigarette lighter adapter in the power outlet of
the car the collar can be cut to size. In order to do so please cut as many
protrusions as necessary with scissors. Cut one by one always trying the fit
again in the power outlet after each cut. Cut the protrusions from one side
to the other, not the opposites (Fig. C).

The TuneBase connects firmly to the power outlet of my car but the
TuneBase still rotates.
Solution
Please see if the power outlet of your car rotates in its socket. If so, please
consult your car manufacturer.
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Troubleshooting
The rubber friction washer is out of position and I cannot insert the
cigarette lighter adapter into the car’s power outlet.
Solution
Please use a clean and empty table for disassembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
DO THIS IN THE CAR. Please use pliers to loosen the nut at the end of the
cigarette lighter adapter slightly. It is not necessary to unscrew the entire
nut. Move the friction washer back into centered position. Use pliers to
tighten the nut firmly.
I pulled the TuneBase out of the power outlet of my car but the rubber
washer slipped off and remained in the power outlet.
Solution
In some rare cases the specific make up ot the power outlet may cause the
friction washer to get stuck in the power outlet and potentially slip off the
cigarette lighter adapter.
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY OF YOUR CAR BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
REMOVE THE WASHER! ANY ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE WASHER WITHOUT
DISCONNETING THE BATTERY MAY RESULT IN PHYSICAL HARM OR
DAMAGE TO THE CAR.
Use pliers to carefully remove the friction washer from the power outlet.

Warning:
The TuneBase/ TuneBase FM requires full concentration and bothhands to
install. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL THE PRODUCT WHILE DRIVING. Please
make sure the product securely and firmly fits into the power outlet of the
car before driving. After installation, ensure that the TuneBase does not
freely rotate in the power outlet of the car by following the instructions in
the user manual. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJUST OR RETRIEVE AN UNSECURED
TUNEBASE OR IPOD WHILE DRIVING. Adjust the TuneBase so that both the
TuneBase and the iPod do not interfere with any of the operating controls
of the car.
DO NOT INSERT ANY OBJECTS OTHER THAN THE CIGARETTE LIGHTER ADAPTER
INTO THE POWER OUTLET OF THE CAR WITHOUT DISCONNECTING THE
BATTERY OF THE CAR FIRST. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS SAFETY WARNING CAN
RESULT IN POSSIBLE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Belkin does not assume any responsibility for personal injury or property
damage incurred due to hazardous driving as a result of interaction with
the TuneBase,the iPod or the power outlet of the car.

FCC Statement
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC
COMPATIBILITY
We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare
under our sole responsibility that the product:
F8V7097
to which this declaration relates:
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
CE Declaration of Conformity
We, Belkin Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the product
F8V7097, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with Emissions
Standard EN55022 and with Immunity Standard EN55024, LVP EN61000-3-2,
and EN61000-3-3.
ICES
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil
numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003
du Canada.

Belkin Corporation Limited 3-Year Product Warranty
Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and
workmanship for three years. If a defect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option,
repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is returned during the
warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid, to the authorized Belkin
dealer from whom you purchased the product. Proof of purchase may be
required. This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by
accident, abuse, misuse, or misapplication; if the product has been modified
without the written permission of Belkin; or if any Belkin serial number has been
removed or defaced.
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