Emerson Research iP550 User manual

OWNER’SMANUAL
iP550 (SilverColor)
iP550BK (Black Color)
Visitourweb siteatwww.emersonradio.com
PortableiPod®Docking Station
withDigitalTuning StereoReceiver,
DigitalClock and RemoteControl
Made forall iPod®modelsincluding iPod®nano,iPod®shuffleand iPod®mini
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TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT FIRE
ORSHOCKHAZARD,DONOTEXPOSETHISAPPLIANCETORAINORMOISTURE.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
1.) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Follow all instructions. Heed all warnings.
2.) Do not use this apparatus near water.
3.) Clean only with dry cloth.
4.) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
5.) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
6.) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
7.) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
8.) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
9.) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
10.) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
11.) This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and no object filled with liquids
such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
12.) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13.) Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.
14.) Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer.
15.) The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer.
16.) Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks.
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CAUTION
RISK OFELECTRICSHOCK
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iPod® is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
Thank you for purchasing this Portable iPod®Docking Station from
Emerson Research. This compact portable unit allows you to listen to
any dockable iPod®(available as of January 2006) through the built in
speakers, for those times when you want to share you music with others,
or when listening through your ear buds is simply not an option. We've
even provided an iPod®compatible USB connector to allow connection of
your iPod®Shuffle as well. And as long as your system is connected to an
AC outlet it will also charge the battery of any iPod®connected to the
docking station.
The powerful amplifier and heavy duty speakers in this system will deliver
soundquality that youwould never expectfrom such acompact unit. There’s
also a built in digital tuner with 20 preset station memories, a digital clock
that allows you to fall asleep to the radio or your iPod®and a full function
remote control.
The system can be operated on 8 “C” batteries or normal 120V AC house
current. And we’ve even included an auxiliary input jack so you can also
connect other MP3 players, personal CD players, or any other external
device that has a headphone jack.
We have taken great care to insure that your system was in perfect working
order when it left our factory. If you experience any problems with the set
up or operation of this system, please do not return it to the retail store.
Please call the Emerson Customer Service hotline, toll free, at:
1-800-898-9020, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 AM
and 5:00 PM Central Time. One of our representatives will try to resolve
the problem for you. If the problem cannot be resolved by phone you will
be advised how to obtain service or a replacement unit.
Once again, thank you for purchasing this portable iPod®docking station
from Emerson Research.
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IMPORTANTNOTES
•Operatecontrolsand switchesas
described inthe manual.
•Beforeturning on the power,make
certainthatthe ACpowercordis
properlyinstalled.
•When moving the set, be suretofirst
disconnectthe ACpowercord.
•Avoidinstalling thisunitinplaces
exposed todirectsunlightorcloseto
heatradiating appliancessuchas
electricheaters,ontopofotherstereo
equipmentthatradiatestoo much
heat, placeslacking ventilation or
dustyareas,placessubjectto
constantvibration and/orhumidor
moistareas.
FCC Information
Thisequipmenthasbeen tested and found tocomplywiththe limitsforaClass B
digitaldevice,pursuanttoPart15 ofthe FCC Rules.Theselimitsaredesigned to
provide reasonableprotection againstharmfulinterferenceinaresidential
installation.Thisequipmentgenerates,uses,andcan radiateradiofrequencyenergy
and,ifnotinstalledand usedinaccordancewiththeinstructions,maycauseharmful
interferencetoradiocommunications.However,thereisno guarantee that
interferencewill notoccurinaparticularinstallation.If thisequipmentdoescause
harmfulinterferencetoradioortelevision reception,whichcan be determined by
turning the equipmentoff and on,the userisencouraged totrytocorrectthe
interferencebyone ormoreofthe following measures:
•Reorientorrelocatethe receiving antenna.
•Increasethe separation between the equipmentand receiver.
•Connectthe equipmentintoan outleton acircuitdifferentfromthattowhich
the receiverisconnected.
•Consultthe dealeroran experienced radio/TVtechnician forhelp.
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15 ofthe FCC Rules.Operation issubjecttothe
following twoconditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,and
(2)Thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,including interference
thatmaycauseundesired operation.
Changesormodificationsnotexpresslyapproved bythe partyresponsiblefor
compliancecouldvoidthe user’s authoritytooperatethe equipment.
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PREPARATION FOR USE
Unpacking and Set-up
• This carton contains the main unit, 5 plastic adapters to insure that all dockable
iPod®s fit securely in the docking station, and the remote control. Confirm that
you have all of these items and make sure that nothing is accidentally discarded
with the packing materials.
• We recommend that, if possible, you save the carton and packing materials in
the event that your unit ever needs to be returned for service. Using the original
carton and packing materials is the only way to protect your unit from damage
during shipment.
• Remove the paper “dummy iPod®” from the docking area and discard it. That
is for store display purpose only.
To remove the “dummy iPod®”, slide the docking cradle upward to remove it
from the front panel. Turn the cradle over and push the docking connector
cover out of the cradle as shown in the following illustration, and then remove
the “dummy iPod®”.
• Remove any descriptive labels or stickers from the front or top panels. Do not
remove any labels from the back or bottom panels.
(Dummy iPod®)
(Docking Connector Cover)
(Docking Cradle)
(Docking
Cradle)
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Power Sources
This system is designed to operate on 8 “C” batteries, not included, or on normal
120V 60Hz AC house current. Attempting to operate this system on any other
power source may cause damage to the unit, and such damage is not covered by
your warranty.
AC Operation
Insert the small female plug of theAC power cord into the AC socket on the back
panel. The plug can only be inserted one way.
Insert theAC plug into your normal 120V 60Hz AC household outlet.
The display will show “AM 12:00”. The
display backlighting will turn on for a few
seconds and then turn off again.
NOTE: The system has a polarized AC plug with one wide blade and one
narrow blade. The plug will only fit into matching polarized AC outlets.
This is a safety feature to reduce the possibility
of electric shock. If the plug will not fit in your
AC outlet, you probably have an outdated non-
polarized outlet. You should have your outdated
outlet changed by a qualified, licensed
electrician. Do not file the wide blade on the
plug, or use an adapter to make the plug fit
into your outlet. This defeats the safety feature
and could expose you to electric shock.
AC Plug
AC Outlet
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Installing The Batteries
The battery compartment is located on the bottom cabinet. We recommend that
you place the unit on a soft surface such as a carpet, on a towel or blanket before
turning the unit upside down to install the batteries. This will prevent any scratches
on the cabinet finish.
1.) Withtheunit upside down press the two battery cover locking tabs in thedirection
of the arrow marks and remove the battery compartment cover.
2.) Insert 8 “C” batteries, not included, in the battery compartment according to
the polarity markings engraved in the compartment. If the batteries are inserted
incorrectly the unit will not work.
NOTE: We recommend that you use a well-known brand of alkaline
batteries for longest life and best performance.
3.) Replace the battery compartment and make sure that it locks securely in place.
IMPORTANT: In order to operate the unit on batteries the AC power cord
must be disconnected from the AC socket on the back cabinet.
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Protect Your Furniture
Thismodelisequipped withnon-skidrubber‘feet’topreventthe productfrom
moving when you operatethe controls.These‘feet’aremade fromnon-migrating
rubbermaterialspeciallyformulated toavoidleaving anymarks orstainson your
furniture.Howevercertaintypesofoil based furniturepolishes,wood preservatives,
orcleaning sprays maycausethe rubber‘feet’tosoften,and leavemarks ora
rubberresidue on the furniture.Topreventanydamage toyourfurniturewestrongly
recommend thatyou purchasesmall self-adhesivefeltpads,availableathardware
storesand homeimprovementcenterseverywhere,and applythesepadstothe
bottomofthe rubber‘feet’beforeyou placethe producton fine wooden furniture.
BatteryPrecautions
•Replacementofbatteriesmustbe done byan adult.
•Donotmixoldand newbatteries.
•Donotmixalkaline,standard(carbon-zinc)orrechargeable(nickel-cadmium)
batteries.
•The supplyterminalsarenottobe short-circuited.
•Non-rechargeablebatteriesarenottobe recharged.
•Exhausted batteriesaretobe removed.
•Onlybatteriesofthe equivalenttype aretobe used.
•Batteriesaretobe inserted withthe correctpolarity.
•Disposeofbatteriesproperly.Donotdisposeofbatteriesinfire.The batteries
mayexplode orleak.
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Top Panel
Front Panel
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1.) Aux (Auxiliary Input) Jack.
2.) iPod®Docking Station.
3.) Speakers.
4.) Remote Control Sensor.
5.) Docking Cradle.
6.) Phones (Stereo Headphone) Jack.
7.) Battery Compartment (Bottom Cabinet).
8.) Power Button.
9.) FM TelescopicAntenna.
10.) Carrying Handle.
11.) Sleep Button.
12.) Multi-Function LCD Display.
13.) Function Button.
14.) Volume + Button.
15.) Volume – Button.
16.) Skip Forward / Tuning (Up) Button.
17.) Skip reverse / Tuning (Down) Button.
18.) Band/iPod Play Button.
19.) iPod®Shuffle USB Connector.
20.) iPod®30-Pin Connector.
21.) Time/Display Button.
22.) Memory Button.
23.) Preset + Button.
24.) Preset – Button.
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LCD Display
1.) Volume Level (00-64), Sleep Time, Radio Channel Display.
2.) VOLUME Indicator.
3.) MEMORY Indicator.
4.) FM Indicator.
5.) SLEEP Timer Indicator.
6.) RADIO Select Indicator.
7.) iPod Select Indicator.
8.) Battery Low Indicator.
9.) AUX Select Indicator.
10.) FM STEREO Indicator.
11.) MUTE Indicator.
12.) Clock, Radio Frequencies Display.
13.) Clock PM Indicator.
14.) AM Indicator.
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Remote Control
1.) iPod Play/Band Button.
2.) Skip reverse / Tuning – Button.
3.) Volume + Button.
4.) Mute Button.
5.) Time / Display Button.
6.) Infrared Transmitter.
7.) Power Button.
8.) Memory Button.
9.) Function Button.
10.) Preset + Button.
11.) Preset – Button.
12.) Skip Forward / Tuning + Button.
13.) Volume – Button.
14.) Lithium Battery Compartment (Back Cabinet).
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Remote Control
The remote control supplied with this system allows you to operate all of the features
and functions found on the main unit control panel. The remote control receiver is
located behind the left speaker grill. The effective operating distance of the remote
control is approximately 15 feet.
Please note that bright sunlight can interfere with the proper operation of the remote
control, so the operating range may be reduced when the unit is used outdoors on
a sunny day.
IMPORTANT! Please note that the iPod®Shuffle has no interface to accept
commands from a remote control. The remote control of this system will not
operate an iPod®Shuffle. You must use the controls on the Shuffle itself to
operate an iPod®Shuffle.
Remote Control Battery
The remote control requires one 3V lithium button battery, Type CR2025 or
equivalent, included.
To preserve the life of the battery a small clear plastic spacer tab is installed between
the battery and the battery terminal. This tab must be removed before the remote
control can be used.
To remove the tab simply pull it out of the battery
compartment, as shown, and discard it.
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When the operation of the remote becomes intermittent or fails completely you
should replace the battery as soon as possible.
The battery number is CR2025 or equivalent.
To replace the battery, put the remote control face down, slide the battery holder
out of the remote control as shown in the illustration.
Remove the original battery from the holder and install a new CR2025 battery with
the “+” side facing up. Then slide the battery holder back into the remote control.
CAUTION
DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.
REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Make sure that you have either installed the 8 “C” batteries or have
connected the unit to your household AC outlet.
• Make sure that you have removed the clear plastic battery spacer tab
from the remote control.
Setting The Clock
NOTE: The clock can only be set while the system is in the power ‘Off’ mode.
If the power is ‘On’ press the Power button on the main cabinet or remote
control to shut the power ‘Off’, the proceed to set the clock as follows:
1.) Press the Time/Displaybutton once.
The display lighting turns on and the
Hour digits begin to flash.
2.) While the Hour digits are flashing
press the () or () buttons
to move the display forward or back
to the desired hour. Be sure to
observe the AM or PM indicator to
make sure you have set the hour correctly.
3.) Press the Time/Display button
again. The Hour digits stop flashing
and the Minute digits begin to flash.
4.) While the Minute digits are flashing
press the () or () buttons
to move the display forward or back
to the desired minute.
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5.) When the correct time appears on the display press the Time/Display button
once more to enter the time and start the clock running.
The Minute digits stop flashing and
only the colon (:) continues to flash
once per second to confirm that the
clock is running.
NOTES:
After pressing the Time/Display button you must press the () or ( )
buttons within 10 seconds while the display is flashing or the time cannot be
adjusted.
If the display backlighting goes off and the display stops flashing before you
can set the time, repeat the above clock setting procedure and make sure that
you adjust the time within 10 seconds after pressing the Time/Display button.
The correct time will appear on the display when the system is in the power ‘Off’
mode, the iPod mode, or the AUX mode.
When the system is in the RADIO mode the display will show the AM or FM
frequency of the radio station you selected. To see the time in the RADIO mode,
press the Time/Display button once. The display will change from radio frequency
to correct time for 5 seconds, and then back to radio frequency automatically.
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Listening To The Radio
1.) Press the Power button on the main unit or remote control to turn the
system power ‘On’. The display lighting comes ‘On’.
2.) Press the Function button on the main unit or the remote control until the
RADIO indicator appears in the display.
The first time you select the RADIO
function the display will show:
“FM 87.5 MHz”.
To switch back and forth between FM and AM bands press theBand/iPod Play
button repeatedly.
The first time you select theAM band
the display will show “AM 520 KHz”.
3.) Use the () or () buttons select the desired station as follows:
• Automatic Tuning
Press and hold the () or () buttons until the display begins to move
and then release the buttons. The tuner will search for the first strong station
and stop on that station. Repeat this procedure until the tuner stops on your
desired station.
• Manual Tuning
Repeatedly press the () or () buttons to move the display forward
or back until it is showing the frequency of your desired station. Use the manual
tuning procedure to tune to stations that are not strong enough to be selected
by the Automatic Tuning method.
4.) If you have tuned to an FM Stereo
station the STEREO indicator will
appear in the display.
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5.) Press the Volume + or –buttons on the main unit or the remote control to
adjust the volume to the desired level. The VOLUME level indicator appears in
the display when you adjust the volume.
The indicator range is from “00” (minimum) to “64” (maximum).
6.) When you are finished listening press the Power button on the main unit or
the remote control to switch the power ‘Off’. The display lighting turns off and
the display changes from radio frequency to the correct time.
NOTE: The system remembers the last station and the volume level that you
had selected before the power was switched ‘Off’ and automatically returns to
that station and volume level when the power is switched ‘On’ again.
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Antenna Information
AM: The AM bar antenna is located inside the cabinet. If AM reception is
unsatisfactory, try turning the entire unit slightly until the AMantenna is picking
up the strongest possible signal.
FM: The telescopic rod FM antenna is located on the left side of the cabinet. Pull
it out of the cabinet as far as it will go until the swivel base is exposed.
Then raise the antenna to the vertical position, or to the position that provides
the best FM reception.
CAUTION: THE FM ROD ANTENNA MUST BE PULLED ALL THE WAY OUT
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO RAISE IT TO THE VERTICAL POSITION.
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Presetting Stations In The Tuner Memories
The tuner in this system has 20 preset station memories that allow you to memorize
up to 10 of your favorite FM stations and 10 of your favorite AM stations for
immediate recall at the touch of a button.
1.) Tune to the first station that you wish to memorize by either the Automatic or
Manual Tuning method in the “Listening To The Radio” section.
Example: FM 93.5 MHz.
2.) When the desired station appears in the display press the Memory button
once.
The MEMORY indicator and memory
number “01” begin flashing in the display.
3.) Within 10 seconds, while the indicators
are still flashing, press the Memory
button again. The indicators stop flashing
and your station is now stored in preset
memory number 01.
4.) Tune to the next station you wish to store.
Example: FM 98.7 MHz.
5.) Press the Memory button once. The
MEMORY indicatorand memory number
“01” begin flashing.
Press the Preset + button once to advance the memory number from “01” to
“02”, and then press the Memory button once more.
The MEMORY and “02” indicators stop
flashing to indicate that your station is
now stored in preset memory number
“02”.
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