DLO HomeDock.HD User manual

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USER MANUAL

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Getting Started 4
In the Box 5
Setting Up HomeDock HD 6
HomeDock HD Connections 6
Connecting HomeDock HD Using an HDMI Cable 7
Connecting HomeDock HD Using the Included AV Cable 8
Connecting HomeDock HD Using an S-Video Cable 8
Viewing the Video Content of Your iPod touch 9
On-Screen Navigation 10
Basic On-Screen Navigation of Your Music and Videos 11
Album Art and Your HomeDock HD 12
HomeDock HD Menus 14
Enjoying Photos + Slideshows 15
Settings + Features 16
Languages 16
Resolution 16
Cataloging Album Art 16
Screen Savers 17
Additional Usage 18
Using HomeDock HD with External Speakers 18
Using HomeDock HD with Other Audio Devices 18
Using HomeDock HD with Standard-Definition Televisions 18
Frequently Asked Questions 19
Tech Specs 22
Service + Support 23
Warranty/FCC Statement/Safety Instructions 24-26
Contents

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Congratulations on your purchase of the DLO HomeDock HD, bringing the music, videos, podcasts and more
from your iPod to life on your high-definition TV. Connecting HomeDock HD to your home entertainment
center is a snap. We will get you started in three easy steps:
STEP 1 - Set up your HomeDock HD
Properly connect the power, audio and video cables to your home entertainment center and remove the
plastic strip from your HomeDock HD Remote Control.
STEP 2 - Power up
Turn on your TV and select the correct input for HomeDock HD. Plugging in your HomeDock HD will turn it
on and start the boot-up process, which may take a few minutes.
STEP 3 – Dock your iPod, browse and enjoy
Dock your iPod, allowing it to pivot back and rest securely against the HomeDock HD support stand. Once
your iPod has initialized, use the included RF Remote Control to browse and select your iPod content on TV.
NOTE: For detailed information on setting up your HomeDock HD, see Setting Up HomeDock HD [pg.6].
IMPORTANT: On your iPod, ensure that “TV Out” under iPod Video Settings is set to either Ask or On in order
to enjoy the video content of your iPod using HomeDock HD. For iPod touch in particular, see Viewing the
Video Content of Your iPod touch [pg.9].
Getting Started

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In the Box
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HOMEDOCK HD BASE
AV CABLE (RCA COMPOSITE)
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AC POWER ADAPTER
RF REMOTE CONTROL

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Your HomeDock HD is ready to use right out of the box with the included AV Cables.
For the best high-definition performance, we recommend you connect HomeDock HD to your TV using an
HDMI cable (available separately). If you do not have an HDMI-capable television or Home Entertainment
Center, there are several optional ways you can connect HomeDock HD:
Connect to your TV using S-Video or RCA connections (AV Cable included).
Connect to an AV receiver using S-Video, RCA, or HDMI connections.
Connect to your home stereo or powered speakers without using a TV. See Using HomeDock HD
with External Speakers [pg.18]
NOTE: Remove the thin plastic strip on the back of the included RF Remote Control to engage the battery.
IMPORTANT: On your iPod, ensure that “TV Out” under iPod Video Settings is set to either Ask or On in order
to enjoy the video content of your iPod using HomeDock HD. For iPod touch in particular, see Viewing the
Video Content of Your iPod touch [pg.9].
HomeDock HD Connections
Setting Up HomeDock HD
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DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT [OPTICAL]
USB CONNECTION
HDMI OUTPUT
S-VIDEO OUTPUT
COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT
RCA AUDIO OUTPUTS
AUXILIARY AUDIO INPUT
AC POWER INPUT

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Connecting HomeDock HD Using an HDMI Cable
Plug the included AC Power Adapter into the back of the HomeDock HD Base, and the other end into1.
any available AC power outlet. Plugging in your HomeDock HD will turn it on and start the boot-up
process, which may take a few minutes.
Plug an HDMI cable (available separately) into the back of the HomeDock HD base.2.
Either connect the HDMI cable to any available HDMI input on your TV, or connect the HDMI cable to3.
your HDMI-compatible stereo receiver.
NOTE: Connecting HomeDock HD via HDMI directly to your TV will route both video and audio
through the TV. In order to enjoy the audio over your home stereo system, connect HomeDock HD
to your HDMI-compatible stereo receiver, then connect your receiver to your TV via HDMI. You may
also choose to connect HomeDock HD to your TV via HDMI, then to your stereo receiver via the Digital
Audio Output (appropriate cables available separately).
Turn on your TV and/or home stereo and select the correct input(s) for HomeDock HD. At this time,4.
you’ll see a screen on your TV with a DLO logo and a small box of moving squares until your
HomeDock HD has finished booting up. Once complete, a “No iPod Connected” screen will appear.
Dock your iPod, allowing it to pivot back and rest securely against the HomeDock HD support stand.5.
Once your iPod has initialized, use the included RF Remote Control to browse and select your iPod
content on TV. See On-Screen Navigation [pg.10].
IMPORTANT: In order to maximize the performance of your HomeDock HD when using an HDMI cable, you
must first change the video resolution of HomeDock HD from Standard Definition to High Definition. To do so,
please follow these steps:
With your iPod docked, select Settings in the HomeDock HD Main Menu.1.
In the Settings Menu, select Resolution.2.
Change the selection from Standard Definition (PAL or NTSC) to High Definition (720p or 1080i).3.

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Connecting HomeDock HD Using an S-Video Cable
Plug the included AC Power Adapter into the back of the HomeDock HD Base, and the other end into1.
any available AC power outlet. Plugging in your HomeDock HD will turn it on and start the boot-up
process, which may take a few minutes.
Plug an S-Video cable into the S-Video Output on the back of the HomeDock HD Base.2.
Connect the other end of the S-Video cable to the corresponding S-Video input on your TV.3.
Plug the appropriate audio cable (available separately) into either the Digital Audio Output or RCA4.
Audio Outputs on the back of the HomeDock HD Base.
Connect the audio cable to the corresponding input on your TV or home stereo. Be sure to note which5.
inputs you are using.
Connecting HomeDock HD Using the Included AV Cable
Plug the included AC Power Adapter into the back of the HomeDock HD Base, and the other end into1.
any available AC power outlet. Plugging in your HomeDock HD will turn it on and start the boot-up
process, which may take a few minutes.
Plug the included AV Cable into the Composite Video Output and RCA Audio Outputs on the back of the2.
HomeDock HD Base. Be sure to match the colors of the cable to the color of the corresponding jack
(yellow = video, white = audio left, red = audio right).
Connect the AV Cable to the corresponding RCA inputs on your TV or home stereo. Be sure to note3.
which inputs you are using.
Turn on your TV and/or home stereo and then select the correct input(s) for HomeDock HD. At this4.
time, you’ll see a screen on your TV with a DLO logo and a small box of moving squares until your
HomeDock HD has finished booting up. Once complete, a “No iPod Connected” screen will appear.
Dock your iPod, allowing it to pivot back and rest securely against the HomeDock HD support stand.5.
Once your iPod has initialized, use the included RF Remote Control to browse and select your iPod
content on TV. See On-Screen Navigation [pg.10].

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Viewing the Video Content of your iPod touch
If you have not yet updated your iPod touch firmware to version 2.1 or later, you will need to change the
Auto-Lock setting to Never in order to enjoy video content from your iPod touch on your HomeDock HD.
To do so, please follow these steps:
Before docking your iPod to your HomeDock HD, enter the Settings Menu on your iPod touch.1.
In the Settings Menu, select General.2.
In the General Menu, select Auto-Lock.3.
Set Auto-Lock to4. Never, then dock your iPod touch to enjoy video with your HomeDock HD.
NOTE: If you have updated your iPod touch firmware to version 2.1 or later, unlocking is not required.
Unlocking is only necessary for iPod touch with versions prior to 2.1.
Turn on your TV and/or home stereo and then select the correct input(s) for HomeDock HD. At this6.
time, you’ll see a screen on your TV with a DLO logo and a small box of moving squares until your
HomeDock HD has finished booting up. Once complete, a “No iPod Connected” screen will appear.
Dock your iPod, allowing it to pivot back and rest securely against the HomeDock HD support stand.7.
Once your iPod has initialized, use the included RF Remote Control to browse and select your iPod
content on TV. See On-Screen Navigation [pg.10].

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On-Screen Navigation
HomeDock HD lets you navigate and select your music, videos and more via the intuitive graphical interface.
The included Remote Control uses radio frequency (RF) so you can navigate your iPod and control playback
from the comfort of your couch without a direct line of sight to the HomeDock HD Base.
NOTE: Remove the thin plastic strip on the back of the included RF Remote Control to engage the battery.
POWER
OMNIDIRECTIONAL NAV ARROWS
ENTER / SELECT
INFO
NEXT / FAST-FORWARD
PLAY / PAUSE
VOLUME UP
MUTE
MODE
HOME / PREV. MENU
PREVIOUS / REWIND
VOLUME DOWN
SHUFFLE TOGGLE
NOTE: Volume controls are not available while using an HDMI cable. You must control volume with your
TV or home stereo remote control.
NOTE: When first connecting your iPod, the initialization process may take up to a minute.

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Basic On-Screen Navigation of Your Music and Videos
To navigate through the music and video menus on your iPod:
Select1. Music or Videos from the Main Menu using the Left and Right Nav Arrow Buttons,
and press Enter.
Select the2. Category within Music or Video you would like to view using the Left, Right, Up, and
Down Nav Arrow Buttons, and press Enter.
To select a song or video, scroll up or down using the Up and Down Nav Arrow Buttons.3.
Then, with the song or video highlighted, press Enter to begin playing.
Pressing the Home / Prev. Menu Button will take you to the previous menu.4.
IMPORTANT: On your iPod, ensure that “TV Out” under iPod Video Settings is set to either Ask or On in order
to enjoy the video content of your iPod using HomeDock HD. For iPod touch in particular, see Viewing the
Video Content of Your iPod touch [pg.9].
On-Screen Navigation Tips and Tricks
To begin playing songs immediately, you can choose Shuffle Songs from the Main Menu. HomeDock
HD will begin playing songs randomly from your entire iPod library. “Now Playing” information will be
displayed, alternating with a “Next Track” notice.
Any time a track is playing from your iPod while connected to HomeDock HD, the current track
info can be displayed by choosing Now Playing from the Main Menu. The current track information
includes song title, artist name, album name, time elapsed, time remaining, as well as Album Art
(when available).
To increase the scrolling speed when scrolling through a long list, hold down the Up or Down Nav
Arrow Buttons for at least 3 seconds.
To fast-forward or rewind through a song, press and hold the Next/Fast-Forward Button or the
Previous/Rewind Button.
Press the Shuffle Button to toggle between Off and Song Shuffle.

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Album Art and Your HomeDock HD
HomeDock HD can display Album Art for the track currently playing (if available) or while browsing by album.
Up to 250 Album Art images can be held in memory by your HomeDock HD. Once that limit is reached, your
HomeDock HD will delete the least-used image in order to store a new one.
NOTE: The 4th Generation iPod does not currently support external display of Album Art.
Album Art is displayed in several places throughout the user interface:
Whenever a selection is playing, the Album Art is displayed
in the Now Playing Banner near the bottom of the screen.
When browsing by album, the Album Art for the selected
album is shown (if available) as well as the Album Art for
the song currently playing.
NOTE: Larger artwork may take a few moments to download.
Several Screen Savers have the ability to display the
Album Art of the song currently playing.

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HomeDock HD does not download Album Art until a song is played in order to save time during initialization.
It can take several seconds to load the artwork from your iPod; while the larger artwork is loading, your
HomeDock HD will display smaller artwork (if available).
NOTE: HomeDock HD will be unresponsive if you attempt to use the Remote during this process. You will see
a “Please Wait” notice while the artwork is loading.
Once displayed, the artwork is cached in HomeDock HD’s memory for faster retrieval later. If you’d like
HomeDock HD to retrieve Album Art even faster during use, choose the Cataloging option from the Settings
Menu. See Cataloging Album Art [pg.16].
If your current selection does not have any Album Art, or if the Album Art is unavailable, HomeDock HD will
display one of seven placeholder images:

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Playlists
Artists
Albums
Songs
Genres
Composers
Podcasts
Audio Books
Movies
TV Shows
Music Videos
Video Podcasts
Rentals
Screen Savers
Timeout Setup
Language
Resolution
Cataloging
About
MUSIC VIDEOS SHUFFLE SONGS NOW PLAYING
EXTRASSETTINGS
HomeDock HD Menus

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Enjoying Photos + Slideshows
To view photos and slideshows from your photo-compatible iPod on your TV using HomeDock HD:
Select1. iPod Mode by pressing the Mode Button on the top left of the included RF Remote Control
(see Remote Control diagram below).
Ensure that “TV Out” under your iPod Photo Settings is set to either2. Ask or On. You can use the
Remote Control’s Nav Arrow Buttons to make this selection. Then, you can navigate your iPod
Photo Library on your iPod screen using the Remote Control.
Control functions such as Play/Pause, Next Slide, Previous Slide and more from the comfort of your3.
couch with the Remote Control.
NOTE: iPod touch does not support use of the Remote Control when HomeDock HD is in iPod Mode.
In order to enjoy your photos on your TV screen, start and navigate from the iPod touch screen itself.
POWER
IPOD MENU UP
IPOD MENU DOWN
NEXT PHOTO
PLAY / PAUSE SLIDESHOW
VOLUME UP
MUTE SLIDESHOW MUSIC
MODE
Switch to iPod mode
to view pictures
HOME / PREV. MENU
PREVIOUS PHOTO
VOLUME DOWN

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Settings + Features
Languages
HomeDock HD has 19 available languages. Choose yours from the Settings > Languages Menu.
Available Languages:
English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Simplified & Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean,
Czech, Polish, Greek, Hungarian, Portuguese, Finnish, Swedish, Turkish, Russian
Resolution
You can change the video resolution of HomeDock HD to match your TV. Simply choose the correct
resolution from the Settings > Resolution Menu.
Available Resolutions:
Standard Def (PAL)
Standard Def (NTSC)
High Def (720p)
High Def (1080i)
Cataloging Album Art
Cataloging Album Art will allow HomeDock HD to retrieve Album Art faster during use. Due to the nature
of iPod artwork, it may take several seconds for the Album Art to display during playback. By choosing the
Cataloging option, HomeDock HD will download and store all the album artwork from your iPod library,
allowing it to be displayed much faster during playback. You may choose this option from the
Settings > Cataloging Menu.
NOTE: Cataloging may take up to 45 minutes depending on the size of your library. During the cataloging
process, HomeDock HD will be unresponsive to other commands. If you want to listen to music or watch
videos, you may cancel the Cataloging process before it finishes.

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Screen Savers
HomeDock HD has several Screen Saver options listed in the Extras > Screen Savers Menu. In addition to a
blank Screen Saver, the following Screen Savers are also available:
NOW PLAYING
Displays the current song information, Album Art
(when available) and song progress.
FLOATING ALBUM ART
Displays the floating Album Art of the song currently playing.
NOTE: If artwork is unavailable, Screen Saver displays album
artwork placeholder.
FLYING ALBUM ART
Displays all available album artwork from your iPod
library as if flying out from the center of your screen.
Screen Saver Timeout
The default timeout setting before the Screen Saver is turned on is 2 minutes. You can change this setting in
the Extras > Timeout Setup Menu.
Available Timeout Settings:
10 secs, 2 mins, 5 mins, 10 mins, Never

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Using HomeDock HD with External Speakers
You may also use HomeDock HD with just your home stereo or powered speakers to control your iPod with
the included RF Remote Control, and to select and play music through external speakers without having a
TV connected.
Plug the included AC Power Adapter into the back of the HomeDock HD Base, and the other end into1.
any available AC power outlet.
Plug in either RCA audio cables (available separately) to the Left and Right RCA Audio Outputs, or an2.
1/8” mini-to-mini cable (available separately) to the Aux Input on the back of the HomeDock HD Base.
Connect HomeDock HD to the appropriate inputs on your home stereo or powered speakers.3.
Turn on your external speakers and select the correct input if necessary.4.
Select5. iPod Mode by pressing the Mode Button on the included HomeDock HD Remote Control.
See Remote Control Diagram [pg.10]
Navigate and control your iPod with the included Remote Control.6.
Using HomeDock HD with Other Audio Devices
HomeDock HD will also play the audio from other MP3 players, laptops or other digital devices through your
TV or home stereo via HomeDock HD’s Auxiliary Audio Input (labeled Aux Input). NOTE: HomeDock HD does
not support on-screen navigation when using the Aux-In Jack to play audio.
Using HomeDock HD with Standard-Definition Televisions
While HomeDock HD is designed to give you the best viewing experience on high-definition televisions, you
can still use it with your standard-definition television set. Just choose the appropriate standard-definition
format for your region from the Settings > Resolution menu.
Standard-Definition Settings:
Standard Def (PAL)
Standard Def (NTSC)
Additional Usage

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Frequently Asked Questions
DO I HAVE TO USE HOMEDOCK HD WITH A HIGH-DEFINITION TELEVISION?
No. While HomeDock HD was designed to give you the best viewing experience with a high-definition TV, you
can still use HomeDock HD with a standard-definition TV and the included AV Cables or your own S-Video
cable. See Setting Up HomeDock HD [pg. 6].
MY HOMEDOCK HD DOESN’T SEEM TO BE SETTING UP PROPERLY. WHAT’S WRONG?
First, ensure that you have selected the correct input source on your TV for the HomeDock HD. If your setup
is correct but HomeDock HD still does not recognize your iPod, undock your iPod. Then unplug the AC Power
Adapter from the HomeDock HD Base and wait 30 seconds before reconnecting. As usual, once plugged in,
you will need to allow a few minutes for the HomeDock HD to boot up.
Next, try disconnecting your AV or HDMI cable from the HomeDock HD Base, then reconnecting. Make note
of which input your are using on your TV. Remember, depending on the type of cables you are using, the
HomeDock HD boot-up process can take a few minutes. At this time, you’ll see a screen on your TV with a
DLO logo and a small box of moving squares until your HomeDock HD has finished booting up. You may dock
your iPod when boot-up is complete and a “No iPod Connected” screen appears.
I’VE CHECKED MY CONNECTIONS, BUT HOMEDOCK HD STILL WON’T RECOGNIZE MY IPOD. WHY?
Undock your iPod and reboot it by simultaneously holding down the Center and Menu Buttons until
the iPod shuts off and restarts with an Apple logo screen. Refer to your iPod manual for more detailed
instructions.
Make sure that you are in the desired mode: On-Screen Navigation Mode or iPod Mode. If your HomeDock
HD is in On-TV Navigation Mode, the iPod will display an “Accessory Attached” notice. If HomeDock HD is
in iPod Mode, the iPod menu screen will be displayed on the iPod. To change modes, simply push the Mode
Button on the included RF Remote Control. See Remote Control Diagram [pg.10]
Finally, you may need to update your HomeDock HD firmware. You can check which firmware version you
are currently running under the Settings > About menu. HomeDock HD features a USB input on the back of
the base to support firmware updates available from DLO. Simply visit http://www.dlo.com/support to find
the most current version for download. Save the update to a USB flash drive and connect the drive to your
HomeDock HD to initiate the update.

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MY MUSIC OR VIDEO SOUNDS A LITTLE DISTORTED AND FUZZY. WHAT CAN I DO?
First, adjust volume for the best sound quality. If listening to your music through your HomeDock HD sounds un-
usually low or noisy, be sure that your HomeDock HD’s volume is set at an adequate level. The balance of volume
between your HomeDock HD and stereo/TV can affect the audio quality significantly. This is only necessary with
an AV connection. When using an HDMI connection, volume is not managed with your HomeDock HD.
Also, it is a good idea to adjust your iPod EQ settings. We recommend setting your iPod EQ to Off and adjusting
your TV or home stereo’s bass and treble controls to 0. Then you can experiment with iPod EQ settings, and add-
ing bass and treble to your desired level.
NOTE: The sound quality on HomeDock HD is only as good as the quality of the source file.
WHY DOES MY HOMEDOCK HD SOMETIMES SEEM TO HAVE A LAG TIME BEFORE IT DISPLAYS MY IPOD CON-
TENT, LIKE ALBUM ART OR SONG INFORMATION?
The response delay time is usually HomeDock HD waiting for information from the iPod. Hard-drive based iPods
like the iPod classic or 5G iPod with video take longer than flash-based iPods like the iPod nano and iPod touch.
How long it takes depends on how much content is on the iPod and what information is being requested. For
instance, when you’ve selected a Screen Saver that displays “large” Album Art (if available),
it can take up to 10 seconds for the iPod to access that artwork. See Album Art and Your HomeDock HD [pg.12].
Once displayed, the artwork is cached in HomeDock HD’s memory for faster retrieval later. If you’d like
HomeDock HD to retrieve Album Art even faster during use, choose the Cataloging option from the Settings
Menu. See Cataloging Album Art [pg.16].
NOTE: The 4th Generation iPod does not currently support external display of album artwork.
THE HOMEDOCK HD INTERFACE IS FLICKERING AND SEEMS TO BE FROZEN. WHAT’S WRONG?
This is occasionally caused by the HDMI cable you are using. Simply disconnect and reconnect the HDMI cable
from the HomeDock HD Base to eliminate the flicker and un-freeze your HomeDock HD.
MY HOMEDOCK HD REMOTE CONTROL SEEMS TO BE FROZEN. WHAT DO I DO?
Check the Remote Control’s battery by pushing the small tab towards the battery tray while pulling the tray away
from the Remote. Then reinsert the battery. If this does not work, the battery may need to be replaced.