Clarion Boombox User Manual

User's Guide
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Dear Customer
Calypso Boombox
Congratulations on your purchase of the world's finest brand in the electronic industry. At Clarion we are committed to high-quality sound reproduction, and are confident that you will be pleased with your purchase.
Clarion's Sirius Satellite Plug and Play Receiver and boombox provide entertainment with the flexibility of both home and portable use.
65 channels of commercial-free music 55 channels of news, sports, and entertainment
© 2005 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. "SIRIUS" and the SIRIUS dog logo are registered trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc.
Your boombox requires the use of Clarion's Sirius Plug and Play Receiver, Calypso(sold seperately). For further flexibility an optional home and car kit are available at an authorized dealer near you.  Home/Office Kit part number: CLHK  Automobile Kit part number: CLCK
Clarion and Sirius Satellite Radio welcome you to an experience like no other.
To learn more about Clarion's complete line of audio products and dealer locations, please visit us at our Website:
www.clarion.com
Precautions
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Follow these precautions to avoid serious accidents or personal injury.
Do not position the Calypso Boombox in an area that obstucts the viewing of any home component such as television or stereo system displays.
Do not expose the Calypso Boombox to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.
Do not expose the Calypso Boombox to moisture including rain and areas adjacent to bodies of water such as pools, hot tubes, etc.
Position the Calypso Boombox where there are no signal obstructions such as trees, overhangs, etc.
Unplug the AC Power Adapter from the wall outlet when the Calypso Boombox is not in use for an extended period of time.
It is recommended that the batteries be removed when the Boombox is not in use for an extended period of time to prevent battery leakage.
Do not position the Calypso Boombox on an inclined or unstable surface.
FCC Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
Copyright and Trademarks
This document is copyrighted by Clarion. You may not copy any portion of it without permission.
SIRIUS is a registered trademark of SIRIUS Satellite Radio.
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Calyso Boombox
Packaging Contents and Descriptions
In addition to this manual, this kit includes:
Calypso Boombox
AC Power
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Adapter
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1. Line Input: Audio input from an external source. When Line Input is connected, the Boombox will automatically  play the external source. It is recommended to turn the Calypso off while Line Input is in use to preserve  battery power.
2. Volume Control: Press the [-] button to decrease the volume and the [+] button to increase the volume level.
3. Protective Door: Opens and closes to allow the Calypso to be mounted into place.
4. Power Indicator: The indicator glows GREEN when the unit in ON. The indicator will glow RED when the  battery power is low.
5. Power Button: Applies power to the Calypso Boombox and turns on the Power Indicator
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Home
Antenna
Powering Up Your Boombox
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Your Boombox can operate by connecting the AC Power Adapter to an outlet in your home or by in­stalling 8 "D" batteries (sold seperately). The batteries are bypassed automatically whenever the AC Power Adapter is plugged in.
1. Turn the Boombox upside down and push the battery cover latches forward to flip the cover to the open position.
2. Insert 8 "D" batteries as shown and then close the cover.
Battery Cover
Latches
"This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
Regulations. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation."
Bottom of Boombox
Connect the AC Power Adapter to your home outlet as shown in the diagram below.
Back of Boombox
Power
Input
AC Power
Home Antenna
Antenna
Input
Connect to
Home Outlet
Adapter
Installing/Positioning the Antenna
Place your antenna near a window (if in a house) free from any obstructions. When outdoors in an open area, place the antenna as high as possible. You may have to reposition the antenna to achieve optimum results. For connections refer to the diagram above.
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Calypso Boombox
Installing the Calypso Receiver in the Boombox
Open the Protective Door and slide the Calypso Receiver into the Boombox by lining up the guides. Push the receiver until the connectors engage and then close the Protective Door. Turn the power ON by pressing the Power Button. The Power Indicator will glow GREEN. If the unit does not turn on, press the Power Button on the Calypso Receiver.
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Protective
Door
Removing the Calypso Receiver from the Boombox
Open the Protective Door and slide the Calypso Receiver out of the Boombox by using your thumb and forefinger. Grasp the Receiver on the sides and pull up to disengage.
Protective
Door
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Detaching Speakers
Lift the Boombox with the front facing you. Twist the Speaker Enclosure towards you and seperate it from the main body. Repeat these steps for the opposite Speaker Enclosure.
Connecting the Speakers
Remove the Speaker Connector and un-wind the Speaker Cable from the Main Unit. Insert the Speaker Connector into the Socket of the Speaker Enclosure. Repeat these steps for the opposite Speaker Enclosure.
Speaker Connector
Socket
Speaker
Guides
Attaching Speakers
Disconnect the Speaker Connector from the Socket and wind the Speaker Cable. Place the Speaker Enclosure besides the Main Unit and line up the guides. Twist the Speaker Enclosure away from you to lock it in place. Repeat these steps for the opposite Speaker Enclosure.
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Symptom Probable Cause Remedy
Boombox does not power upNo power to Boombox
Check AC Power Connector for proper connections or proper installation of batteries
No sound
Speaker connections, Calypso receiver not properly installed
Confirm speakers are properly connected and that the receiver is properly engaged to the Boombox connector
Intermittent Operation Low battery level Replace batteries
"Antenna Error" Satellite antenna not connected
Check the antenna connection in the rear of the Boombox and verify that the receiver is properly engaged to the Boombox connector
Troubleshooting
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Calypso Boombox
Specifications
Nominal Output Power per Channel..................................5 Watts RMS
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD).......................................
Frequency Response.........................................................
Signal-to-Noise Ratio.........................................................
Line Input Impedance........................................................
Line Input Level.................................................................
Line Input Connector Type................................................3.5mm Stereo Jack (1/8")
Battery Type and Quantity................................................."D" Cell, 8 total
Overall Dimensions............................................................
Weight without Batteries....................................................
User’s Guide
1. Limited Warranty Information
For USA and Canada only This product is warranted against all defects in material workman­ship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. Clarion ProAudio products, except for speakers, are covered by a two year limited warranty when installed by an authorized Clarion dealer. The conditions of this limited warranty and the extent of responsibility of Clarion Corporation of America (“Clarion”) under this limited warranty are as follows:
1. PROOF OF DATE OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE OF THIS PRODUCT. IN THE CASE OF THE TWO (2) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CLARION PROAUDIO PRODUCT, PROOF OF INSTALLATION BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER IS REQUIRED. INFORMATION ABOUT CLARION AUTHORIZED WARRANTY SERVICE CEN­TERS MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING CLARION AT THE ADDRESS BELOW.
2. This limited warranty will become void if service performed by anyone other than an approved Clarion Warranty Service Cen­ter results in damage to the product.
3. This limited warranty does not apply to any product which has been subject to misuse, neglect or accident, or which has had the serial number altered, defaced or removed, or which has been connected, installed, adjusted or repaired, other than in accordance with the instructions furnished by Clarion.
4. This limited warranty does not cover car static or other electrical interferences, tape head or laser pick-up cleaning or adjust­ments, or labor costs for the removal or reinstallation of the unit for repair.
5. The sole responsibility of Clarion under this limited warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product or replacement of the product, at the sole discretion of Clarion.
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6. Product must be shipped in its original carton or equivalent car­ton, fully insured, with shipping charges prepaid. Clarion will not assume any responsibility for any loss or damage incurred in shipping.
7. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PRO­HIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW SHALL HAVE NO GREATER DURATION THAN THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL CLARION BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, DIRECT OR CONSE­QUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT. BECAUSE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR­RANTY LASTS OR EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS OF INCI­DENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
8. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
9. Should you have any difficulties with the performance of this product during the warranty period, please call or visit our web site (www.clarion.com) for a listing of Authorized Warranty Ser­vice Centers in your area. You may also contact Clarion at the address listed below.
In USA: Clarion Corporation of America Attn: Customer Service Manager 661 W. Redondo Beach Blvd. Gardena, CA. 90247-4201 1-800-GO-CLARION (310)327-9100
In Canada: Clarion Canada, Inc. Warranty Service Center 2239 Winston Park Drive Oakville, Ontario L6H 5R1 (905)829-4600
Clarion Corporation of America
661 West Redondo Beach Blvd.
www.clarion.com
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