Acoustic Research ARAP50 User Manual [en, es, fr]

ARAP50

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Important safety instructions

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Some of the following information may not apply to your particular product; however, as with any electronic product, precautions should be observed during handling and use.

• Read these instructions.

• Keep these instructions.

• Heed all warnings.

• Follow all instructions.

• Do not use this apparatus near water.

• Clean only with dry cloth.

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

• 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.

• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

• 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

• The AC/DC adaptor supplied with this product is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.

• Do not use unauthorized chargers or power adapters. Use only chargers that came with your produc t or that is listed in the user’s guide.

• Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

• Always leave sufficient space around the product for ventilation. Do not place product in or on a bed, rug, in a bookcase or cabinet that may prevent air flow through vent openings.

• Do not place lighted candles, cigarettes, cigars, etc. on the product.

• Care should be taken so that objec ts do not fall into the product.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. This product does not contain cu stomer serviceable components.

• The marking information is located at the bottom of apparatus.

• To be completely disconnect the power input, the AC/DC adaptor of apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains.

• AC/DC adaptor is a disconnect device. The AC/DC adaptor should not be obstructed OR should be easily accessed during intended use.

• The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the vent ilation openings with ite ms such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains etc.

• No naked flame sources such as lighted candled should be placed on the apparatus.

• The use of apparatus in moderate climates.

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Portable Cart Warning

FCC Information

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequenc y energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a par ticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Audiovox could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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 any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC ID: VIX-ARAP50A IC: 342H-ARAP50A

RF Exposure Warning

This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunctio n with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

Industry Canada Regulatory Information

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS-210. Operation is subjec t to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

The user is cautioned that this device should be used only as specified within this manual to meet RF exposure requirements. Use of this device in a manner inconsistent with this manual could lead to excessive RF exposure condit ion.

This Class B digital apparatus co mplies with Canadian ICES- 003. Cet apparei l numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada .

Manufacturer/Responsible Party A

udiovox Accessories Corporation 111 Congressional Blvd., Suite 350 Carmel, IN 46 032

1-317-810-4880 ( No technical /product suppor t is a

vailable via this number. This phone number

is for regulatory matters only.)

Visit www.acoustic-research.com for technical support

Acoustic Re search

ARAP50

Electrical power information

AC/DC adaptor: Input: 100 - 240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz Output: 18 V DC, 2.5 A

“Made for iPod”, “Made for iPhone” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple per formance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone or iPad may affect wireless performance.

Apple, the Apple logo, AirPlay, the AirPlay logo, iPhone, iPod touch and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPad is a trademark of Apple Inc.

Content pu rchased from the iTunes Store is for personal lawful use only. Don't steal music.

Contents

Important safety instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................1

FCC Information

FCC Information .............................................................2

RF Exposure Warning ...................................................2

Industry Canada Regulatory Information ...........2

Electrical power information ....................................3

Contents ....................................................... 4

Before you begin

Content of the box ....... ................... .................. ..........5

Plugging in for power ..................................................5

List of compatible iTunes host devices

for AirP lay ........... ............... ................ ............... ............... 5

General Controls

Front view ........................................................................6

Back view ..........................................................................6

Top view............................................................................6

LED indications ..............................................................7

Connecting to WiFi network

Using the Acoustic Research AR Connect App ..7 Setting the network parameters manually (S etup

on PC or Mac) .................................................................8

Sharing WiFi settings from your iPad, iPhone, or

iPod touch .......................................................................9

Music playback and charging

Streaming Audio from your device .......................10

Streaming audio from your iTunes library ..........10

Playback on AirPlay Audio Systems ......................10

USB Digital Audio Playback .......................................11

Music playback controls .............................................11

Charging your device ..................................................11

Firmware update ...........................................................11

Troubleshooting ........................................12

Warr anty inform ation ... ..... ...... ..... ........ ... 13

Before you begin

Congratulati ons on purchasi ng your Acoustic Research Advanced Audio System with AirPlay! This product can provide you hours of music enjoyment by allowing you to wirelessly stream audio content from your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch installed with iOS 4.3.3 (or later) or a WiFi enabled computer installed with iTunes 10.2.2 (or later). No longer do you need to have your device

(iPad, iPhone, or iPod) tethered to your audio

stem. You can roam around the house or office while texting, or gaming, or using some other functions of your device, while still listening to the great music played back through your ARAP50. You can also play and charge your devices through the USB port. Not all Apple devices support the play and charge function of the USB port.

Content of the box

• Main unit

• AC/DC Adaptor

Additional requirements

• Broadband Internet service

• Broadband (cable/DSL) modem, usually

supplied by your Internet service provider

• An 802.11 b or g ( WiFi) wireless home

network

For WiFi connections, you may also need:

• Your wireless network’s SSID

• Your access password (for secure networks)

Plugging in for power

Connect the supplied power adapter to the ARAP50's DC jack, and connect the other end to a convenient wall outlet. The three LED indicators on the front of the unit will flash once indicating successful connection.

Only use the power adapter which is

included with your product.

List of compatible iTunes host devices for AirPlay

Your ARAP50 is compatible with:

• a WiFi enabled PC/Mac installed with iTunes

10.2.2 (or later); and

• the following iPad, iPhone or iPod touch models installed with iOS 4.3.3 (or later):

• iPad 2

• iPad

• iPhone 4S

• iPhone 4

• iPhone 3GS

• iPod touch (3rd, and 4th generation)

Not all Apple devices support the play and char

ge function through the USB por t.

Before you try to connect the ARAP50 to your network and use it with your iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, or computer with iTunes, make sure you’re using the latest iOS version on your device (or iTunes version on your PC or Mac).

• Device requirements iOS 4.3.3 or later

• Computer requirements PC or Mac running iTunes 10.2.2 or later

If your device or computer does not satisfy these requirements, AirPlay will not function.

General Controls

Front view

Network indicator – Indicates the Network Status (Solid Green for Network Connected. Flashing red for Netw ork Not Conne cted) AirPlay indicator – Indicates the unit is in AirPlay mode (Solid Blue when streaming audio from your device. Off when audio streaming stops) or in USB playback mode (Solid Green) Power indicator– Indicates the ON/OFF/STANDBY status: (Solid Blue for ON. Solid Red for STANDBY. Flashing in alter nating blue and red when the unit is powering up.)

Set Up – Enter S et Up mode

USB/iPad – Connect Apple devices or charge your tablet devices or cell phones. See Music playback

and char

ging section for more information.

DC 18V – Connect to the power adapter

Top view

Source – Toggle between AirPlay mode and USB sync cable playback mode

Reverse – Skip to the previous track Play/Pause – Start/pause playback Forward – Skip to the next track Volume

/ – Adjust volume level

Power

– Press to turn on the unit. Press to enter Standby mode. Press and hold to turn off the unit.

Audio system

Note: A full list of LED indications is listed on the next page.

Back view

Status Network connected Network disconnected In Network setup mode In AirPlay mode

(when streaming) In USB playback mode When the unit is on In Standby mode Powering up

Network indicator

Solid green

Flashing red

Flashing green

AirPlay indicator

Solid blue

Solid green

Power indicator

Solid blue

Solid red

Flashing in alternating

blue and red

LED indications

Because your AirPlay system works wirelessly over your home's WiFi network, you must make sure your speaker is connected to that WiFi network.

To connect the ARAP50 to your existing home WiFi network, you need to apply your home WiFi settings to the unit. There are two primary ways to do this:

1. Using the Acoustic Research AR Connect App – If you have an iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch, use the AR Connect App for the most simple set-up approach.

2. Setting the network parameters manually – If

you are using PC or Mac or you wish to configure advanced network settings, you should use this method to setup up the ARAP50.

Using the Acoustic Research AR Connect App

1. Turn on the ARAP50 by pressing the Power button. Wait until the Power indicator turns solid blue.

Use the sync cable that came with your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch to connect your device to the USB port on the back of the ARAP50.

Connecting to WiFi network

3. Once you connect, your device will prompt

you to download an App to use with the ARAP50. Select Yes to continue.

4. Enter your iTunes password to download and

install the App on your device.

5. Once the App has finished installing on your device, the AR Connect icon appears on your device’s home screen. Select this icon to launch the App. This App allows you to enjoy easy network set up and give a name to the ARAP50 which will appear in the list of choices when streaming audio.

6. Once the App is launched instructions are provided within the App to help you complete the s et-up process. Additional information is provided in the Quick Star t Guide.

• The App is for iPad 2, iPad, iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch include 2nd, 3rd , 4th generation only (iOS 4.2 or later).

• If you accidentally dismiss the alert that comes up when you connect your device to the ARAP50, go to the A pp store and search for “AR Connect” to  nd the App.

• You are encouraged to download and install this App in or

der to enjoy easy

network set up.

• Make sure the device you connect to the ARAP50 is in your WiFi network and connected to the Inter net.

• Keep your device connected to the ARAP50 USB port while you run the AR Connect setup App.

Setting the network parameters manually (Setup on PC or Mac)

Enter Set Up mode

1. Press Power to turn on the unit. The Power

indicator will be flashing in alternating blue and red.

2. After successful boot-up, the Power indicator will turn to solid blue. Press and hold the Set Up button on the back of the ARAP50 for three seconds to enter Set Up mode. ARAP50 will restart. Wait until the Network indicator on the unit begins to flash green. If the Network indicator flashes red continually, press Power to turn off the unit and try again from step 1.

Next go to your PC or Mac

Visit t he wireless network s ettings lis t on your PC or Mac. This is the settings list that allows you to ch oose a WiFi network to connect to from a list of available WiFi networks.

2. The audio system will appear as AR

AP50

setup XXXXXX. (the “XXXXXX” are numbers

that uniquely identify the particular unit you have). Select ARAP50 setup XXXXXX and

join this network.

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If ARAP50 setup XXXXXX is not in the list, refresh and scan the available WiFi net works again.

Launch and follow Set Up steps in your web browser

1. Once your device has been successfully c

onnected to the ARAP50 setup XXXXXX

wirelessly from your list of available WiFi networks, launch Safari browser or any other Internet browser on your PC, Mac.

2. Type in 192.168.10.1 at the browser address bar and confirm. The configuration web page of ARAP50 will be displayed.

http://192.168.10.1

3. Select Wireless Set Up on the left hand column.

4. If you wish to change the default name of ARAP50, enter the name you'd like to give the ARAP50 in the box of Name your Audio System and then click Apply.

5. Select Network Name (SSID) and select your

existing home WiFi network. Then enter your passphrase or security key.

6. You may select Advanced Settings to display

the hidden settings and set the parameter manually.

7. Select OK when prompted.

8. ARAP50 will restart. Wait until the Network

indicator on the unit turns to solid green.

Wait for at le ast 3 0 sec onds while the speak er att

empts to join the wifi network . If the

Network indicator flashes red continually, repeat the above steps aga in.

You need to know your Wireless Network’s name (SSID) and if your wireless network has security enabled, you will also need to k now your wirele ss network password (sometimes called passphrase or key). You can find this information on your broadband modem, router or access point’s admini stration set up page or manual. You may also call your Internet Service Provider (ISP) if you do not know how to access the administration page in order to find this information. They usually have a 1-800 number available. Once you have the below information you may write it down for future reference.

About password:

• Do not get your Network Password confused with your Windows or Mac system logon password since they can be di erent.

• Some wireless access point or routers may call the Wireless Network Password a passphrase or key. These terms are the same.

Sharing WiFi settings from your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch

If your device has iOS 5 or later installed, you might be able to use WiFi setup sharing to setup the ARAP50.

1. Connect your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch to the USB port on the ARAP50 with USB sync Cable.

2. When the ARAP50 is powered, press the Set Up button on the back of the ARAP50 (next to the USB port).

3. The screen of your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch will show the following prompt: Share WiFi Settings? Select "Allow" to proceed with WiFi setup sharing. The ARAP50 will restart.

4. Wait for the Network indicator on the front of the ARAP50 to turn green. You are now connected. If after going through the setup process the Network indicator is flashing red, the ARAP50 has not properly connected to your WiFi network. Please repeat the setup process or see Troubleshooting for more info.

Sharing WiFi settings is not compatible to router with

1. WPA + AES

2. WPA2 + TKIP encryption. If the ARAP50 cannot connected to your WiFi network, use the Acoustic Research AR Connect App to set up the ARAP50.

Streaming Audio from your device

1. Open a music App on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch and start playing music.

2. Click on the on-screen AirPlay icon. A list of choices in your network appears, including ARAP50 XXXXXX or the name that you gave the ARAP50. Select it from the list.

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You can only stream audio to one device at a time from your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch. Multiple devices are allowed when streaming from iTunes on the PC or Mac.

3. Select a music file and start playback. After a few seconds, you should hear music from ARAP50. The music will buffer for a few

sec

onds before playback begins. This delay is

normal. The A

irPlay indicator on the front of

the ARAP50 should be turned to solid blue when streaming begins.

Streaming audio from your iTunes library

1. Open iTunes on your PC or Mac.

2. Click on the AirPlay icon in the lower right of the screen. A list of options available in your network appears.

3. Select ARAP50 XXXXXX or the name that you gave t he ARAP50 from the list.

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4. Select a music file and start playback. After a while, you should hear music from ARAP50. The AirPlay indicator on the front of the ARAP50 should be turned to solid blue.

Playback on AirPlay Audio Systems

If you are streaming music from your PC or Mac, you can play music on multiple audio systems, including your PC or Mac.

1. Open iTunes on your PC or Mac. Select the AirPlay icon in the lower right of the screen.

2. Select Multiple Speakers from the AirPlay list.

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3. Tick the speakers you want to playback and adjust the volume level as desired. After a while, you should hear music from the audio system(s) you selected.

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Music playback and charging

You may use the buttons on the ARAP50 to control playback of iTunes.

1. Open Preference in iTunes, and

select Devices.

2. Tick Allow iTunes control f rom remote speakers.

Your iPad Your iPad

USB Digital Audio Playback

1. Connect your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch to

the USB jack at the back of the unit.

Not all Apple devices support the play and charge function of the USB port.

2. Press SOURCE to switch to USB mode. The AirPlay indicator on the front of the ARAP50 should turn to solid green.

3. Start playback from your device.

4. Select the AirPlay icon.

5. Select Dock connector from the AirPlay list. You sh ou ld he ar mu si c f ro m AR A P5 0.

Music playback controls

• Press to start/pause playback.

• Press Reverse to skip to the previous track.

• Press Forward to skip to the next track.

• Press Volume

/ to adjust volume level.

• Press Source to switch audio sources.

Charging your device

1. Connect your iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, cell

phones, smart phones or even a tablet to the USB jack at the back of the unit.

2. Your device should start charging.

• Not all Apple devices support the play and charge function of the USB port.

• Charging function may not be suppor ted for all phones or electronic devices.

• Charging function is always enabled as long as the ARAP50 AC power is applied.

Firmware update

From time to time it is recomme nded t hat you check for new versions of firmware. Firmware upgrades may enhance the experience when using the ARAP50 or provide fixes to future bugs. You may also need a firmware upgrade if you experience a firmware error (signaled by the power light with a red light blink ing rapidly for an extended period).

Using the Web Tool

Visit http://www.acoustic-research.com/ search/?sku=ARAP50 for more information on using the Web Tool.

Troubleshooting

The ARAP 50 doesn’t turn on. / No i ndicator lights.

• Make sure the power outlet you’re using isn’t switched (like a lamp outlet).

• Plug the AC power adapter securely into the ARAP50 and a wall outlet.

• Check the power outlet by plugging in another device.

The ARAP 50 won’t connect to my home WiFi network.

• Make sure your WiFi network is working. Try using a different device with this network to make sure its working.

• Make sure your access point is turned on.

• Make sure the wireless enabler is securely and correctly conne cted.

• Make sure a firewall is not blocking any outgoing ports.

• If your network uses a password, double check that you entered this password correctly in the AR Connect setup.

• Make sure the access point does not restrict connections to specific MAC addresses.

• Your wireless Internet connection may exceed the maximum range for reception. Relocate the unit closer to the wireless access point.

• The network settings of the ARAP50 may be incorrect. Check the network settings.

• Move the ARAP50 closer to your wireless router and try connecting again.

• Unplug your device from the USB por t on the back of the ARAP50. Then press the Power button on top of the ARAP50 to turn it off and unplug the unit from the AC outlet. Then try the setup procedure described in this Quick Start Guide again.

I can’t select the ARAP50 from the list of available AirPlay devices.

• Make sure you’re using the latest iOS version

on your device (or iTunes version on your PC or Mac). AirPlay has version requirements for iOS and iTunes in order to run. Yo ur AR AP 50 is compatible with a WiFi enabled PC or Mac installed with iTunes 10.2.2 (or later); and the following iPad, iPhone, o r iPod touch models installed with iOS 4.3.3 (or later):

• iPad 2

• iPad

• iPhone 4S

• iPhone 4

• iPhone 3GS

• iPod touch (3rd, and 4th generation)

• Make sure the ARAP50 is on the same WiFi network as your audio source device (your iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, or computer using iTunes).

I’m playing music on my device/computer, but there’s no sound from the AR AP50.

• It may take the ARAP50 a few seconds to start playing music via AirPlay. This is normal. It allows AirPlay to establish a buffer before streaming so that playback is seamless.

• Make sure the volume on the ARAP50 is up. Press the VOL up button.

• Make sure your audio source is turned up.

• Make sure there isn’t another device connected to the ARAP50.

• Restart iTunes or your device. Then try connecting to the ARAP50 again.

The AirPlay icon doesn’t a ppear in my m usic App.

• Make sure the Network indicator on the ARAP50 front panel is green. Then fully close and restart the App.

Intermittent audio.

• The bandwidth of your wireless LAN may be too low. Move the ARAP50 closer to the access point and make sure that there are no obstacles between them.

If you are experiencing troubles that are not c

overed in this manual, please visit Acoustic-Re search.com for m ore helpful hi nts and FAQs found on the ARAP50 page.

Warranty information

12 Month Limited Warranty Applies to AR Dock Products

AUDIOVOX ACCESSORIES CORP. (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced wi th reconditioned p roduct (at the Company’s option) without charge for parts and repair labor.

To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specification of defect(s), transpor tation prepaid, to the Company at the address shown below.

This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to correction of antenna problems, loss/ interruptions of broadcast or internet service, to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallatio n of product, to corruptions c aused by computer v iruses, spyware or othe r malware, to loss of media, files, data or content, or to damage to tapes, discs, removable memory devices or cards, speakers, accessories, computers, computer peripherals, other media players, home networks or vehicle electrical systems.

This Warranty does not apply to any p roduct or part thereof which, in the opinion of the Company, has suffered or been damaged through alteration, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of t he factory s erial number/bar code label(s). THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILIT Y UNDER T HIS WARRANT Y IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LIABILIT Y EXCEED T HE PURCH ASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.

This Warranty is in lieu of all ot her express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WAR RAN TIE S, IN CLU DIN G ANY IM PL IED WAR RAN TY OF M ERC HAN TABI LI TY, SHA LL BE

LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WAR RAN TY. ANY A CT ION F OR BRE ACH O F ANY WAR RAN TY HE RE UND ER IN CLUD IN G A NY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 24 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY. No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Recommendations before returning your product for a warranty claim:

• Properly pack your unit. Include any remotes, memory cards, cables, etc. which were originally provided with the product. However DO NOT return any removable batteries, even if batteries were included with the original purchase. We recommend using the original carton and pack ing materials. Ship to the address shown below.

• Note that product will be returned with factory default settings. Consumer will be responsible to restore any personal preference settings.

Audiovox El ectronics Corp. Attn: Service Department. 150 Marcus Blvd. Hauppauge N.Y. 11788

1-800-645-4994

For Canada Customers, please ship to: Audiovox Ret urn Centre c/o Genco 6685 Kennedy Road, Unit#3, Door 16, Mississuaga, Ontario L5T 3A5

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