Sharp DKA10 - I-Elegance Boombox User manual

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Accessories
This illustrations printed in this operation manual are for the model DK-A10.
Please confirm that the following accessories are included.
Note: Only the above accessories are included.
Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product.
To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this
manual carefully. It will guide you
in operating your SHARP product.

DK-A10
DK-A10BK
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SPECIAL NOTES
Explanation of Graphical Symbols:
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
Awithin an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the userto the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage"within the product's en-
closure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute arisk of electric shock to per-
sons.
The exclamation pointwithin an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and main-
tenance (servicing) instructions in the lit-
erature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
This ~roduct is classified as a·CLASS 1LASER PRODUCT
"Caution: Use of any controls, adjustments or procedures
other than those specified herein may result
in hazardous
radiation exposure."
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of
cable entry as practical.
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These
limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful in-
terference
in aresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to ra-
dio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur
in aparticular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-
mined 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 into
an outlet on acircuit different from that to
which the receiver
is connected.
•Consult the dealer or
an experienced radiolTV technician for help.
WARNING
FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications
to this equipment not expressly approved bythe manufacturer could void
the user's authority
to operate this equipment.
Note:
•Licensed under one or more of U.S. Pat. 4,972,484, 5,214,678,
5,323,396, 5,530,655, 5,539,829, 5,544,247, 5,606,618, 5,610,985,
5,740,317,5,777,992,5,878,080 or 5,960,037.
FOR YOUR RECORDS
For your assistance in reporting this unit in case of loss or theft,
please record belowthe model
number and serial numberwhich
are located on the rear of the unit.
Please retain this information.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
Place of purchase

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DK-A10
DK-A10BK
Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also
cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled.
This product has been engineered and manufactured with the
highest priority on safety. However, improper use can result
in
electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please
observe the following instructions when installing, operating and
cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service
life of this product, please read the following precautions carefully
before use.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. Apolarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
Agrounding type plug has two blades and athird grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
<I
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When acart is used, use caution when moving the cart! •
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
14) 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.
Additional Safety Information
15) Power Sources -This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated
on the marking label. If you are
not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your
product dealer or local power company. For product intended
to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
16) Overloading -Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result
in arisk of
fire or electric shock.
17) Object and Liquid Entry -Never push objects of any kind into
this product through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could result
in afire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.
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D~~~cigK IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
24) Protective Attachment Plug -The product is equipped with an attachment
plug having overload protection. This is asafety feature. See Instruction
Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If replacement
of the plug is required,
be sure the service technician has used areplace-
ment plug specified by the manufacturer that has the same overload
protection
as the original plug.
25) Stand -
Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or
table. Placing the product
on an unstable base can cause the product to
fall, resulting
in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product.
Use only acart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the
manufacturer or sold with the product.·When mounting the product
on a
wall,
be sure to follow the manufacturer's intructions. Use only the mounting
hardware recommended by the manufacturer.
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ANTENNA LEAD
IN WIRE
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART
H)
NEC -NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A
23) Outdoor Antenna Grounding -If an outside antenna or cable system
is connected to the product,
be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges. Article810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regards to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to
an antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
Example of antenna grounding as per
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
18) Damage Requiring Service -Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions :
a) When the AC cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions
as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician
to restore the product to its normal
operation,
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in
any way, and
f) When the product exhibits adistinct change in
performance -this indicates aneed for service.
19) Replacement Parts -When replacement parts are required,
be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics
as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result
in
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
20) Safety Check -Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product
is in proper operating condition.
21) Wall or ceiling mounting -When mounting the product
on awall
or ceiling, be sure to install the product according to the method
recommended by the manufacturer.
22) Power Lines -
An outside antenna system should not be located
in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care should
be taken
to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as
contact with them might
be fatal.
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ENERGY STAR® Program Information
Products that have earned
the ENERGY
STAR® are
designed
to protect the
environment through
superior energy efficiency.
ENERGY STAR
To comply with the ENERGY STAR® standards mentioned above,
please cancel the demonstration mode,
as described on page 10.
ENERGY STAR@ is aU.S. registered mark.
Special Note
Supply of this product does not convey alicense nor imply any right
to distribute content created with this product
in revenue-generating
broadcast systems (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or other distribu-
tion channels), revenue-generating streaming applications (via Inter-
net, intranets and/or other networks), other revenue-generating
content distribution systems (pay-audio or audio-on-demand appli-
cations and the like) or
on revenue-generating physical media (com-
pact discs, digital versatile discs, semiconductor chips, hard drives,
memory cards and the like).
An independent license for such use is
required. For details, please visit http://mp3Iicensing.com
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer
liS and Thomson.
Contents
Page
•General Information
Precautions 6
Controls and indicators 7 - 9
•Preparation for Use
System connections 10 - 11
Remote control 12
•Basic Operation
General control 13
Setting the
clock 14
•iPod
Listening to the iPod 15 -17
• CD or MP3JWMA disc Playback
Listening to a CD or MP3IWMA disc 18 -19
Advanced
CD or MP3IWMA disc playback 20 - 21
MP3IWMA folder mode (only for MP3IWMA files) 22 - 23
•Radio
Listening to the radio 24 - 25
•Advanced Features
Alarm and sleep operation 26 - 27
Enhancing your system 28
•References
Troubleshooting chart 29 -30
Maintenance 30
Specifications
31
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY Back cover
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DK-A10 Precautions
DK-A10BK
•This unit should only be used within the range of 41°F -95°F
(SOC - 3S0C).
•Hold the AC power plug by the head when
removing it from the AC outlet, as pulling
the cord can damage internal wires.
•The AC power plug is used as disconnect
device and shall always remain readily
operable.
•Do not remove the outer cover, as
this may result in electric shock.
Refer internal service
to your local
SHARP service facility.
Warning:
The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit.
Using this product with ahigher voltage other than that which is
specified is dangerous and may result
in afire or other type of
accident causing damage. SHARP will not be held responsible for
any damage resulting from use of this unit with avoltage other than
that which is specified.
•Volume control
The sound level at agiven volume setting depends on speaker
efficiency, location and various other factors. It is advisable to avoid
exposure to high volume levels, which occurs while turning the unit
on with the volume control setting up high, or while continually
listening at high volumes.
•General
•Please ensure that the equipment is
positioned
in awell-ventilated area and 10 em (4")1
ensure thatthere is at least 4" (10 cm) of free
space along the sides, top and back of the
equipment.
10em (4")
•Usethe unit on afirm, level surface free from
vibration.
•Keep the unit away from direct sunlight,
strong magnetic fields, excessive dust, X
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humidity and electronic/electrical equip- )t <t- - ..
ment (home computers, facsimiles, etc.) e-:~~~~~~
which generate electrical noise. ~
•Do not place anything on top of the unit.
•Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than
140°F (60°C) or to extremely low temperatures.
•If your system does not work properly, disconnect the AC power
cord from the AC outlet. Plug the AC power cord back in, and then
turn on your system.
•
In case of an electrical storm, unplug the
unit for safety.
•Do not lift the unit by holding left or right
side panel and the iPod dock door, it may X
cause the unit damage or broken.
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Controls and indicators DK-A10
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•Top panel Reference page
1. iPod Dock 16
2. POWER ON/STAND-BY Button 13,14,18,24
3. Clock Button .....................................14
4. Remote Sensor ...................................12
5. Snooze/Dimmer Button 13,26
6. iPod Button ......................................15
7. CD Button 18
8. Auxiliary Button 28
9. Tuner Button 24
10. Alarm Button 26
11. Disc Slot 19
12.
CD Eject Button 19
13. Alarm Indicator ...................................
26
14. Alarm ON/OFF Button 26
15. ESound/Demo Button .......................... 11, 13
16. Play/Pause Button
17, 19
17. Skip Down, Tuner Preset Down Button
14,17,19,25
18. Skip Up, Tuner Preset Up Button 14,17,19,25
19. Disc Stop Button 19
20. Volume Down Button 13
21. Volume Up Button 13
SHARP
MODEL NO. OK-A1O
MUSIC SYSTEM
AC 120V '\, 60 Hz
33W
FREQUENCY RANGE: FM 87.5 -108 MHz [§] ®
AM 530 - 1720 kHz
SHARP CORPORATION
MARKETED BY :SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
SHARP PLAZA, MAHWAH, NEW JERSEY 07430-2135
MADE IN MALAYSIA
LISTED
"THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS STANDARDS
AUDIO
21 CFR, SUBCHAPTER J. PART 1040. 10"
EQUIPMENT
B&8W
This device 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
and interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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11 12 13 14 15
The spec label (*)
---- The iPod
rating label (*)
(*) Label is located at the bottom of the unit.
234 5
The model name/serial no.label (*)
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16 17 18 19 20
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DK-A10 Controls and indicators (continued)
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•Display
Reference page
1.
FM 75 Ohms Antenna Jack 10
2. AM Antenna Ground Terminal 10
3. Summer Time Switch 14
4. AM Loop Antenna Terminal 10
5. Video Out Jack ...................................10
6. Auxiliary Input Jacks 28
7. Headphone Jack 28
8. AC Input 10
•Rear panel
Reference page
1. Alarm Indicator 26
2. Sleep Indicator 27
3. MP3 Indicator 19
4. WMA Indicator 19
5. Folder Indicator 23
6. CD Indicator 19
7. iPod Indicator 15
8. Auxiliary Indicator 28
9. FM Stereo Mode Indicator 24
10.
FM Stereo Receiving Indicator 24
11.Total Indicator 19, 23
12. Random Indicator 20
13. Summer Time
Indicator 14
14. Pause Indicator
17,19
15. Memory Indicator 21
16. Repeat Play Indicator 20
17. Play Indicator 19
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•Remote control
Plastic shield
.,
Battery holder
Remote
controller
Reference page
1. Remote Control Transmitter ........................ 12
2. Function Button ... ...............................13
3. On/Stand-by Button 12, 13, 24, 18
4. Volume Up and Down Buttons 13
5. Skip Down, Tuner Preset Down Button 14,17,19,25
6. Folder Button 22
7. Disc Stop Button 19
8. Play Mode Button 17,20
9. Tuning Up and Down Buttons 24
10. Memory Button ................................ 21, 25
11. Clock Button .....................................14
12. Snooze/Dimmer Button 13,
26
13. Sleep Button ..................................... 27
14. Alarm Button 26
15. Skip Up, Tuner Preset Up Button 14,17,19,25
16. Display Button 17
17. Play/Pause Button 17,19
18. ESound/Demo Button ..........................11, 13
19. Clear Button 21
20. EQ Button ...............................13
Note:
Before using remote control, please remove plastic shield at battery
holder.
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DK-A10 System connections
DK-A10BK
TV
[0
AC outlet
(AC 120
V, 60 Hz)
Video cable
(not supplied)
To video
input jack
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•Outdoor FM antenna
Use an outdoor FM antenna if you require better reception.
Consult your dealer.
~ 75 ohms
'J( coaxial cable
Note:
When an outdoor FM antenna is used, disconnect the supplied FM
antenna wire.
•iPod connecting to TV
i Pod photo and 5th Generation i Pod with photo and video can be
view by connecting to TV/monitor.
If the TV/monitor has avideo input, connect it to the VIDEO OUT
jack
on the rear of the unit.
•AC power connection
After checking all the connections have been made correctly, plug the
AC power cord of this unit into the AC outlet. If you plug in the unit first,
the unit will enter the demonstration mode.
Note:
• Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet if the unit will not be in
use for a prolonged period of time.
Wall Screws (not supplied)
Note:
Placing the antenna on the unit or near the AC power cord may cause
noise pickup. Place the antenna away from the unit for better reception.
Installing the AM loop antenna:
<Assembling> <Attaching to the wall >
IMake sure to unplug the AC powercord before any connections. I
•Antenna connection
Supplied FM antenna:
Connect the FM antenna wire to the FM 75 OHMS jack and position the FM
antenna wire in the direction where the strongest signal can be received.
Supplied AM loop antenna:
Connect the AM loop antenna to the AM and GND terminals. Position the
AM loop antenna for optimum reception. Place the AM loop antenna on a
shelf, etc., or attach it to a stand or a wall with screws (not supplied).
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• Demonstration mode
The first time the unit is plugged in, the unit will enter the demonstra-
tion mode. Lights on the snooze button, subwoofer and around the
disc slot will blink.
To cancel the demonstration mode:
When the unit is in the demonstration mode, press the ESOUND/
DEMO button. The unit will enter the power stand-by mode (low
power consumption mode).
To return to the demonstration mode:
When the unit is in the power stand-by mode, press the
ESOUND/DEMO button again.
Note:
When the power is on, the ESOUND/DEMO button can be used to
select the ESOUND mode.
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DK-A10 Remote control
DK-A10BK
While pushing the locking tab toward the center of the
remote control, slide out the battery holder.
2Remove the old battery from the battery holder, insert the
new battery and then slide the battery holder back into the
remote control.
Remote sensor
Notes concerning use:
•Replace the battery if the operating distance is reduced or if the
operation becomes erratic. Purchase "CR 2025", coin lithium
battery.
•Periodically clean the transmitter on the remote control and the
sensor on the unit with asoft cloth.
•Exposing the sensor
on the unit to strong light may interfere with
operation. Change the lighting or the direction of the unit if this
occurs.
•Keep the remote control away from moisture, heat, shock, and
vibrations.
•Test of the remote control
Check the remote control after checking all the connections (see
page 10 -11).
Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor
on the unit.
The remote control can be used within the range shown below:
Press the ON/STAND-BY button. Does the powerturn on? Now, you
can enjoy music.
Positive (+)
side up
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Battery holder
ljPolarity (+) symbol
!?:erytype
Locking tab
•Battery installation
This product contains aCR Coin Lithium Battery which contains
Perchlorate Material -special handling may apply, California
residents, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
~aCk of remote control
,,, ~Cking tab
Precautions for battery use:
•Remove the battery if the unit will not be used for long periods of
time. This will prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.
Caution:
• Do not use rechargeable battery (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).
•Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
•Installing the battery incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunction.
•Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
•Batteries (battery pack or battery installed) shall not
be exposed
to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
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General control DK-A10
DK-A10BK
For jazz.
For rock music.
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For classical music.
For pop music.
Vocals are enhanced.
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•Volume control
Main unit and remote control operation:
Press the VOL (+ or -) button to increase or decrease the volume.
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• E SOUND control
The special sound created to enhance the iPod sound as sound
been produced by CD-Audio quality.
When the ESOUND/DEMO button is pressed, the current mode set-
ting will be displayed. To change the setting, press the ESOUND/
DEMO button repeatedly to toggle ON orOFF. When ON is selected,
the unit will enter the ESOUND mode and adjust low bass and high
frequency automatically according to volume input.
•Equalizer
When the EO button is pressed, the current mode setting will be
displayed. To change to adifferent mode, press the EO button
repeatedly until the desired sound mode appears.
FLAT No equalization.
+-
ROCK
+-
CLASSICS
+-
POPS
+
VOCAL
+-
JAZZ
•Function
When the FUNCTION button on remote control is pressed, the
current function will change to different mode, press the FUNCTION
button repeatedly to select desired function.
Note:
The backup function will protect the memorized function mode for a
few days should there be apower failure or the AC power cord
becomes disconnected.
After use:
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode
or demonstration mode.
« SNOOZE
•To turn the power on
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. Lights on the
snooze button, Subwoofer and around the disc slot will light up.
Note:
iPod dock door will automatically open when the power is on.
•Illumination light control
Press the SNOOZE/DIMMER button to adjust the brightness of the
display and illumination light.
[
Illumination light and display bright
•
Illumination light and display dim
Illumination light off an~ display gets dimmer
•Volume auto fade-in
If you turn off and on the main unit with the volume set to 27 or
higher, the volume starts at 16 and fades in to the last set level.

D~~~JgK Setting the clock
Press the ~ or ~ button to adjust the hour and then
press the CLOCK button.
Press the ~ or ~ button to select 12-hour or 24-hour
display and then press the CLOCK button.
Press the ~ or ~ button once to advance the time by
1minute. Hold it down to change the time
in 5-minutes interval.
You can press the CLEAR button to abort clock setting.
To confirm the time display:
[When the unit is in the stand-by mode or demonstration mode.]
Press the CLOCK button to enter the clock function.
[When the power is on]
Press DISPLAY button on the remote control to toggle between the
function information and clock display.
4Press the ~ or ~ button to adjust the minutes and then
press the CLOCK button.
Notes:
•The clock will continue counting for 8hours should there be a
power failure or the AC power cord becomes disconnected.
•The "CLOCK ADJ" will appear or time will flash to confirm the time
display when the AC power supply is restored after apower failure
or unplugging the unit after 8hours. If incorrect, readjust the clock
as follows.
To readjust the clock:
Perform "Setting the clock" from step 1to step 4.
To change the 12-hour or 24-hour display:
1Clear all the programmed contents. [Refer to "Clearing all the
memory (reset)" on page 30 for details.]
2Perform "Setting the clock" from step 1.
Summer time:
The SummerTime switch is located on the rear of the unit.
1Slide the Summer Time switch to +1to advance
the time 1hour.
~ indicator will appear. SU~ERh _I
2Slide the Summer Time switch to -1 to turn the TIME I I
clock back 1hour. +1 -1
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The 12-hour display will appear.
(12:00
AM - 11 :59 PM)
The 12-hour display will appear.
(0:00
AM - 11 :59 PM)
The 24-hour display will appear.
(0:00 -23:59)
"12:00 AM"
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"0:00AM" ~
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Press the ~ or ~ button once to advance the time by 1hour.
Hold it down to advance continuously.
In this example, the clock is set for the 12-hour (12:00 AM) display.
Press the CLOCK button for more than 2seconds.
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Listening to the iPod
Supported iPod:
•iPod nano (software 1.0 above)
• iPod photo (software 1 .0 above)
•iPod mini (software 1.2 above)
•5th Generation iPod (software 1.0 above) (Dock connector
equipped Click Wheel model)
•4th Generation iPod (software 3.0.2 above) (Dock connector
equipped Click Wheel model)
•3rd Generation iPod (software 2.2 above) (Dock connector
equipped Click Wheel model)
Caution:
•Please update your iPod unit to the latest software version before
using it. Please visit Apple's homepage to download the latest
version for your iPod.
Notes:
•Once the iPod is connected to the unit it will begin charging.
•The iPod unit cannot be charged while the main unit is
in the
stand-by mode.
Auto power on function:
When you press any of the following buttons, the unit turns on.
•iPod button (main unit): The unit turns on and the iPod function is
activated.
•~III button (main unit and remote control): The unit turns on and
playback of the last function will start (iPod, CD, TUNER, AUX).
•iPod adaptor connection
Choose the iPod adaptor that fits your iPod. Your iPod will fit snuggly
into the correct adaptor. If your iPod is not mentioned below, an iPod
adaptor may have been included with your iPod unit.
The number (3-10)
shows which iPod fits
iPod iPod Description Capacity
Adapter
No.
3iPod mini 4GB &6GB
44G iPod &U2 iPod 20GB
54G iPod 40GB
6iPod photo &Color U2 iPod 20GB &30GB
7iPod photo 40GB &60GB
6iPod with color display 20GB
7iPod with color display 60GB
8iPod nano 2GB &4GB
9iPod (10/12/05 w/video) 30GB
10 iPod (10/12/05 w/video) 60GB
Notes:
•iPod nano (second generation) is not compatible with the original
iPod nano dock adaptor.
•If you have an iPod that does not have an iPod connector, you can
use an audio cable to connect it to the AUX
IN sockets.
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D~~~rigK Listening to the iPod (continued)
protection cover
2Press the iPod button on the main unit once or FUNCTION
button on remote control repeatedly to select iPod function.
3Insert iPod unit in iPod dock of main unit.
iPod
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1Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. The
iPod terminal door will automatically open when the
display is on.
4Press the ~ /11 button to start playback.
push stopper pull up
-iPod playback
-To disconnect iPod
Simply remove the iPod from the iPod dock. It is safe to do so even
during playback.
iPod adaPtor~
iPod dock _
iPod. bottom.
UTD
Dock connector
iPod connector
-To install iPod adaptor -To remove iPod adaptor
1. Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. The iPod
terminal door will automatically open when the display is on. main unit (top)
2. Insert the iPod adaptor into the unit and connect your iPod.
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•Various iPod functions
Function Main unit Remote Operation
control
Play Press
in the pause
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Pause Press
in the playback
(0
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Track upl
Press in the playback
down
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or pause mode.
If you press the button
in the pause mode,
press the
~ III button
to start the desired
track.
Fast Press and hold down
forwardl
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in the playback mode.
reverse
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Release the button to
resume playback.
Display
--
iPod back light on.
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Repeat
--
Press to toggle repeat
mode.
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Shuffle
--
Press and hold down
to toggle shuffle mode.
@
MODE
iPod operation
The operations described below depend on the generation i Pod you
are using.
iPod dock door operation
•Open
When power on the main unit.
•Close
-When turn the main unit to standby mode without iPod unit docked.
-When cancel the demonstration mode without iPod unit docked.
Notes:
1The iPod dock door remain open when turn the main unit to
demonstration mode or standby mode with iPod unit docked.
2The iPod dock door remain close when turn to demonstration
mode from standby mode.
System on operation
When the main unit is powered on, the iPod unit will automatically
power on when docked
in the unit (including alarm function).
*Invalid for 3rd iPod Generation.
System off (stand-by operation)
When the main unit is turned to stand-by mode, the docked iPod unit
will automatically turn to stand-by mode and iPod dock door will
remain open.
iPod playback detection function
Once play button on iPod unit is pressed, the unit will automatically
change to iPod function overriding the previous function selected.
Caution:
•Unplug all accessories for the iPod before inserting it into the iPod
dock.
•Stop button
(.) is invalid during iPod function.
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D~~~J~K Listening to a CD or MP3IWMA disc
This system can play back astandard CD, CD-R/RW in the CD format
and CD-R/RW with MP3 or WMA files, but cannot record
on them.
Some audio CD-R and CD-RW discs may not be playable due to the
state of the disc or the device that was used for recording.
MP3:
MP3 is aform
of compression. It is an acronym which stands
for MPEG Audio Layer 3.
MP3 is atype of audio code which is processed by significant
compression from the original audio source with very little
loss
in sound quality.
•This system supports MPEG 1Layer 3, MPEG 2Layer 3, and
VBR files.
•During VBR file playback, time counter
in the display may differ
from its actual playback time.
•Bitrate which is supported by MP3 is 32
"" 320 kbps.
WMA:
WMA files are Advanced System Format files that include audio
files which are compressed with Windows Media Audio codec.
WMA
is developed by Microsoft as an audio format file for
Windows Media Player.
•"MP3" and "WMA" indicator will light up after the unit reads
information on
an MP3 or WMA disc.
•Bitrate which is supported by WMA is 64 "" 160 kbps.
Auto power on function:
When you press any of the following buttons, the unit turns on.
•CD button (main unit): The unit turns
on and the CD function is
activated.
• ~ / II button (main unit and remote control): The unit turns on and
playback of the last function starts (iPod, CD, TUNER, AUX).
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•Various disc functions
Notes for CD or MP3IWMA disc:
• ~hen the end of th~ last track is reached during fast forward, "END"
Will ~ppear on the. display ~nd CD operation will be paused. When the
beginning of the first track IS reached during fast reverse, the unit will
enter the playback mode.
• Rewritable multi session discs with unfinished writing, can still be
played.
Function Main unit Remote
Operation
control
Play
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Press in the stop mode.
Stop 00
Press in the playback mode.
Pause Press in the playback mode.
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Press the ~ / II button to resume
playback from the paused point.
Track up/
Press in the playback or stop
Track
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mode.
down
If you press the button in the stop
mode, press the ~ / II button to
start the desired track.
Press and hold down in stop
mode, the track will up/down
rapidly as figure below.
Example: Current track no.65
Down: 65 -> 64 -> 63 -> 62->
61 -> 60 -> 50 -> 40
Up: 65 -> 66 -> 67 -> 68 -> 69
-> 70 -> 80 -> 90
Note: This operation invalid if
total track less than 20.
Fast
Press and hold down in the
forward!
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playback mode.
Fast
Release the button to
reverse
resume playback.
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~
5" (12 cm)
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3Insert the disc into the disc slot, label side up.
4Press the ~ / II button to start playback.
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• 8
cm disc can be inserted without an adaptor.
•
Due to the structure C?f the disc information, it takes longer to
read an MP3IWMA disc than a normal CD (approximately 20
to 90 seconds).
1Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2Press the CD button.
• Playback will begin from track 1.
•After th~ last track on the disc is played, the unit will stop
automatically.
To remove the discs:
In the stop mode, press the ~ button.
Caution:
• Do not play discs of special shapes (heart, octagon, etc).
It may cause malfunctions.
•
Do not push the disc while it is moving.
• If the power fails while the disc is moving, wait until the power is
restored.
• If TV or radio interference occurs during CD operation move the
unit away from the TV or radio. '

D~~~JgK Advanced CD or MP3JWMA disc playback
•Random play
The tracks on the disc can be played in random order automatically.
To random play:
Press and hold down the PLAY MODE button on the remote
control.
Press
~ III button.
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To cancel random play:
Press and hold down the PLAY MODE button.
"RND" will disappear.
Notes:
•If you press the ~ button during random play, you can move to
the track selected next by the random operation. On the other
hand, the
~ button does not allow you to move to the previous
track. The beginning of the track being played will be located.
•
In random play, the CD player will select and play tracks
automatically.
(You cannot select the order of the tracks.)
•Random and repeat play can be use on the same time.
Caution:
After performing repeat play, be sure to press the -button.
Otherwise, the disc will play continuously.
To repeat play:
Press the PLAY MODE button on the remote control.
Press the
~ III button.
•Repeat play
Repeat play can play all tracks on adisc, folder or aprogrammed
sequence continuously.
To cancel repeat play:
Press the PLAY MODE button again.
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