Digital Signature MINT User Manual
Mint Studio USER GUIDE
GUIA DEL USUARIO Mint Studio
MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR Mint Studio
LIMITED WARRANTY
For your benefit, we recommend that you record your serial number(s) found on the product(s) and any other pur-
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of shock and prevent damage to the Digital Signature™ Mint™ Digital Music Station to yourself
or to your property follow these safety precautions:
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. Unplug the system first.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accor-
dance 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. Do not place an open
flame, such as a candle, near the system.
9. 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 are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet. The power cord
included for the Mint amplifier is a polarized plug. Do not
force the prongs into an outlet that is not designed for two
sizes of prongs or use non-polarized adapters. Always avoid
over-loading wall outlets, extension cords or power strips.
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. Do not
operate the system with a damaged power cord.
To avoid damage, do not place items on top of the power
cord or position it where someone might trip.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer. Make no modifications to the system or
accessories. Unauthorized alterations may compromise
safety, regulatory compliance and system performance---as
well as negate your warranty.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Certified under FCC ID: V3CAVRB7201
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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the 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 frequency 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 particular installation.
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
LIMITED W ARRANTY
For your benefit, we recommend that you record your serial number(s) found on the product(s) and any other purchase information on this card and keep it with your personal records along with proof of purchase. Verification of purchase is required to perform warranty service.
Please retain your warranty information and a copy of your proof of purchase. Digital
Signature retains the right to request verification of purchase for warranty service.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of shock and prevent damage to the Digital Signature™ Mint™ Digital Music Station to yourself
or to your property follow these safety precautions:
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. Unplug the system first.
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. Do not place an open
flame, such as a candle, near the system.
9. 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 are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet. The power cord
included for the Mint amplifier is a polarized plug. Do not
force the prongs into an outlet that is not designed for two
sizes of prongs or use non-polarized adapters. Always avoid
over-loading wall outlets, extension cords or power strips.
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. Do not
operate the system with a damaged power cord.
To avoid damage, do not place items on top of the power
cord or position it where someone might trip.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer. Make no modifications to the system or
accessories. Unauthorized alterations may compromise
safety, regulatory compliance and system performance---as
well as negate your warranty.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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. 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.
15. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing
and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, are placed on the apparatus. Do not operate the
Mint outdoors.
16. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC
Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the
AC receptacle.
17. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall
remain readily operable.
<When used outside of U.S, HAR cord with fitting of an
approved agency may be used>
Certified under FCC ID: V3CAVRB7201
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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the 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 frequency 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 particular installation.
IIf 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
which the receiver is connected.
- Consult your Digital Signature dealer or an experienced elec tronics technician, or go online to www.mintds.com/support
for additional help and setup assistance.
Per FCC regulation 47 CFR 15.21: Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This product complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications.
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM OF PRODUCT
CAUTION: TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH
WITH ARROWHEAD
WITHIN THE TRIANGLE
ALERTS YOU TO
UNINSULATED
“DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE” WITHIN THE
PRODUCT THAT MAY
CONSTITUTE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE ALERTS
YOU TO IMPORTANT
OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE
(SERVICING)
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
UNPACKING
Unpack carefully and check all parts:
1SETUP
POWER CONNECTION
1. Insert round shape connector of AC adaptor to marked “DC-in” port.
2. Insert the small connector of power cord into AC adaptor.
3. Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
IPOD CONNECTION
1. Before plugging iPod, locate the appropriate iPod adaptor insert shipped with
your iPod purchase.
2. If you cannot find the proper adaptor, visit www.mintds.com to find and pur-
chase the right one.
3. Insert the adaptor into the dock.
4. Plug iPod into the dock with the adaptor.
5. MINT Studio automatically detects when an iPod is plugged and changes input
mode to iPod.
6. You are ready to listen to the music from iPod.
USER INTERFACE
Buttons
MINT Studio Speaker System
Mode Indicators
1. WARRANTY.
Digital Signature™ manufactures its products to very high standards and we are confident our product will perform well. We warrant our
product against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship to the original owner, for a period of one year from the original date of
purchase. The warranty is non-transferable.
• This warranty does not extend to damage caused by improper use/installation, using the charger to charge alkaline batteries, faulty ancillary equipment, modifications, unauthorized repair, shipping damage or loss, abuse, accidents, use on improper voltage/current power
surges, lightning or other acts of God.
• This warranty does not extend to any iPod®, computer, MP3 players, line in devices or third party external speakers used with this device.
• Please resist taking apart this product. There are no user serviceable parts inside and any attempt to
modify or repair your unit will void the warranty.
2. REPAIR PROCEDURES, EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
Digital Signature will only repair or replace products conforming to this limited warranty at no charge. This is the sole and exclusive remedy
available for breach of warranty. If you find the product to be defective contact Digital Signature, Inc. When you receive an authorization
from Digital Signature, Inc., return the product as directed, at your expense and risk. Product repairs not covered by warranty and product
updates will be provided at a set rate.
3. LIMITATIONS.
This warranty is void if the product is damaged by improper or abnormal use or by accident, if the product is altered or modified in any way
or if any attempt is made to repair the product without authorization. It is solely the purchaser’s responsibility to determine the suitability of
these products for each particular application. Digital Signature, Inc. is not suitable for all events, and is not authorized for use with systems
potentially injurious to life or health. This warranty is not assignable. The laws of certain jurisdictions may require a warranty different from
that expressed herein. In such case, the laws of that jurisdiction shall apply.
4. NO OTHER WARRANTIES.
Digital Signature hardware, software and user manuals are provided “as is.” All other warranties and representations, oral or written,
expressed or implied, including, but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are excluded
and do not apply. As required by law, no representative, agent or employee of Digital Signature is authorized to make warranties, representations or obligations inconsistent with or in addition to those set forth in this limited warranty.
5. NO DAMAGES.
In no event will Digital Signature be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any breach of
warranty or under any other legal theory, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. In any event Digital Signature will not be liable
for sums in excess of the purchase price of the product. Digital Signature thus is not liable for lost profits or goodwill, downtime, damage or
destruction of any program, data, equipment, or other company, personal injury, or loss or any other damages.
6. GENERAL.
• This agreements between you and Digital Signature will supersede any prior or different agreements, representations or propos als and
may be changed only by written agreement with the company.
• Waiver by any party of any default or breach of this agreement will not constitute a waiver of any subsequent default of breach of the same
or different kind.
• The invalidity of any provision of this agreement shall not validate any other provisions hereof.
• This information sets forth the specific warranty applicable to this product. Your State may require other warranties by operation of law
other than those set forth herein.
• If this product was purchased outside of the United States, please contact your local authorized Digital Signature Dealer or Distributor for
details on warranty service. Do not return the product to the Digital Signature distributor or dealer without authorization. The product will
be returned unopened. You are responsible for transporting your product for repair or replacement. For a list of Digital Signature authorized service locations and policies, please refer to our web site at www.mintds.com/support.
7. WARRANTY PERIOD.
REGISTER ONLINE: WWW.MINTDS.COM/SUPPORT/REGISTRATION
Digital Signature will repair or replace the product at no charge (as long as no intentional damage or misuse has occurred) within ONE
YEAR OF PURCHASE.
All registered users will receive, based on opt in, special offers, from Digital Signature and Digital Signature partners giving you discounts on accessories, services and first priority for limited edition products.
CALL CENTER: 1.866.903.4453 (USA only)
VISIT US ONLINE: www.mintds.com/support/registration
VOLUME
The volume can be easily controlled by the volume up and down buttons on
either Mint Remote Control or Mint Studio Speaker System.
INPUT SELECTION
Mint Studio has three different audio in sources: iPod, Line-in, and
Wireless. There are two ways to select input modes:
1. You can push one of the three input buttons on the Mint remote control
to select the mode you want and your selected input mode indicator will
be lit.
2. Or, you can select any of these input modes by pushing the input button
on the Mint Studio until the input mode indicator is lit on the front of the
iPod dock.
Mint Studio is specially designed to slowly ramp up the volume
within two seconds when input mode is changed; this is to
ensure that the new sound input does not suddenly disrupt
your environment.
UNPACKING
Unpack carefully and check all parts:
1SETUP
POWER CONNECTION
1. Insert round shape connector of AC adaptor to marked “DC-in” port.
2. Insert the small connector of power cord into AC adaptor.
3. Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
IPOD CONNECTION
1. Before plugging iPod, locate the appropriate iPod adaptor insert shipped with
your iPod purchase.
2. If you cannot find the proper adaptor, visit www.mintds.com to find and purchase the right one.
3. Insert the adaptor into the dock.
4. Plug iPod into the dock with the adaptor.
5. MINT Studio automatically detects when an iPod is plugged and changes input
mode to iPod.
6. You are ready to listen to the music from iPod.
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2OPERATION
REMOTE CONTROL
Provides you with the convenience of controlling all the functions of Mint Studio
system from up to 25 feet away and two additional sound features:
Mute: Mute the speaker sound instantly
iPod Control functions
Play/Pause: Press once to pause play and again to resume.
Skip forward: Press to skip to the next track.
Fast forward: Press and hold to move forward fast in thetrack.
Skip backward: Press once to go back to the beginning of the current track,
twice to skip to the beginning of the previous track.
Fast backward: Press and hold to rewind position in track.
Repeat: Press to repeat one song or all songs
Shuffle: Press to listen to music in random order
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
If the Mint Remote Control stops operating normally or its operation range seems to be reduced, replace the battery.
1. Place the tip of a pencil in the small slot at the bottom of the remote. Pull the tray open.
2. Replace with a CR2025 3-volt lithium battery.
3. Push the tray closed until it clicks into its place.
PAIRING
Pairing is a procedure in which your MINT Studio Speaker System identifies your Mint USB Audio Transmitter to work together
3MAINTENANCE
iPod mode indicator
USER INTERFACE
Buttons
MINT Studio Speaker System
Mint Wireless USB Audio
Transmitter
Mint Remote Control AC Adaptor Power Cord
Mode Indicators
Remote Control Buttons
Power
iPod Line-In Wireless Mute
Input
Volume
Wireless
Connection
Line-In DC-in
iPod Function
Volume Control
Input Selection
LINE-IN CONNECTION
Line-In port provides connectivity with broad ranges of music and gaming devices that are equipped with mini 1/8 in (3.5 mm) audio
line-out or RCA type stereo out (Figure: Mini Jack and RCA connector).
1. Select the correct cable for the device that you want to connect.
• Portable devices such as MP3 players, CD players, games and small TVs are likely to accept mini stereo connector.
• Lager devices such as TVs, gaming consoles and setup boxes commonly use RCA type connectors.
• Mini jack to mini jack or RCA to mini jack cables are not included. This cable could be purchased at electronic retail stores or
please visit www.mintds.com to purchase online.
2. Plug the mini stereo connector into Line-in port on the back of the MINT Studio.
3. Plug the other side of connector into the device that you want to connect.
• For RCA connector, plug the two connectors into RCA ports: white connector for white port and red connector to red port
• For mini stereo connector, plug the mini connector into 1/8 in headphone port (Figure: RCA stereo out to Line-in connection).
4. Select Line-In by pushing “Input Button” on the left side of the iPod dock until Line-In mode indicator is lit, or simply push the Line-In
button on the remote control.
5. You are ready to listen to the music from the Line-In connection.
mini stereo cable
RCA-type cable
mini jack out to Line-In
Line-In mode indicatorRCA stereo out to Line-In
3. Select Wireless Audio by pushing the Input Button on the left side of the iPod
dock until Wireless mode indicator is lit, or simply push the Wireless Audio button
on the remote control.
4. You are ready to enjoy any audio from your PC wirelessly through MINT Studio
Wireless Digital Music Station.
Wireless mode indicator
WIRELESS CONNECTION
Mint Wireless Audio streams audio wirelessly up to three different Mint wireless
receivers. Visit www.mintds.com for more details.
FOR PC CONNECTION
1. Plug Mint USB Audio Transmitter into USB port and wait until “New Hardware
Found” message appears on lower right corner of your PC screen. It will take
about 30 seconds.
2. PC automatically selects the Mint Wireless USB Audio as the default audio
device. It is recommended that you verify this automatic audio setting.
• Open Sound and Audio Devices in control panel
• Click Audio tab, and verify that Mint Wireless USB Audio is selected as the
default audio device.
Sound and Audio Devices
FOR MAC CONNECTION
1. Plug the Mint USB Audio Transmitter into USB port.
2. Open Sound folder in System Preference. Under Output tab, select Mint
Wireless USB Audio as your sound output.
3. Select Wireless Audio by pushing the Input button on the left side of the iPod
dock until Wireless mode indicator is lit, or simply push the Wireless Audio
button on the remote control.
4. You are ready to enjoy any audio from your Mac wirelessly through MINT
Studio Wireless Digital Music Station.
When you reconnect Mint wireless USB Audio Transmitter to your computer, it is
recommended that you follow this procedure.
Note : Open iTunes, Window Media Player, or Internet browsers after installing
Mint Wireless USB audio.
Sound Preferences
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