DLO TransDock Micro User Manual

TransDock micro

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USER MANUAL

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Quick Start 04

Using TransDock micro 06

About TransDock micro 06

Setting Up Your TransDockmicro 06

Turning TransDock micro On and Off 07

Finding Empty Radio Frequencies Using IntelliTune 08

Manually Finding Empty Radio Frequencies 08

Settings+ Features 10

TransDock micro Settings 10

Getting the Best Sound Quality with TransDock micro 13

Tips + Troubleshooting 14

Tech Specs 16

Service+ Support 17

FCC Statement 18

Warranty 19

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QuickStart

Tuneradio to match IntelliTune frequency

TouchPlay to enjoy your music

Attach Connector Cable

Plug TransDockmicro into power outlet

Press dial to activate IntelliTune

OLED Display

Thanks for purchasing the DLO TransDock micro. We will get you up and
running in a few easy steps. For more detailed instructions, please read

Using TransDock micro [pg. 6].

1. Plug TransDock micro into your auto power outlet.

2. Connect your iPhone to TransDock micro by inserting the Connector Cable
into the iPhone dock connector. Your iPhone will now begin charging if your
car is on.

NOTE: The iPhone will automatically pause playback when TransDock micro

is powered off.

3. Press the dial on TransDock micro to activate IntelliTune. IntelliTune will
automatically find the optimal frequency to broadcast your iPhone over
your car’s FM stereo.

4. Tune your car’s FM radio to the frequency displayed on TransDock micro.

5. Touch Play on your iPhone to enjoy your music over your car’s FM radio.

For more info on optimizing the sound quality of TransDock micro, please read

Getting the Best Sound Quality with TransDock micro [pg. 13].

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UsingTransDock micro

About TransDock micro

TransDock micro is an FM transmitter that broadcasts your iPhone audio
to the FM radio in your car, while simultaneously charging your iPhone.
TransDock micro features DLO’s IntelliTune technology, which scans the
airwaves and automatically finds the best frequencies for transmitting.
TransDock micro also features a unique dial-based interface which provides
a simple and intuitive way to adjust TransDock micro’s settings and tune to
any frequency from 88.1 to 107.9. Like all DLO transmitters, it comes with
the ability to set your own preset stations, so you can save the frequencies
you use most.

SettingUpYour TransDock micro

1. Turn on your car radio and set it to FM radio mode.

2. Insert TransDock micro into your car’s power outlet.

NOTE: You can slightly alter the angle of your TransDock

micro by tilting the dial head up or down. See drawing A

3. Plug the Connector Cable into the iPhone dock connector.

4. To activate TransDock micro’s IntelliTune feature,
press the dial. TransDock micro will display the word

INTELLITUNE as it searches for the optimal frequency.

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A

This should only take a few seconds. Once the search is complete, the display
will instruct you to tune your radio to the frequency found by IntelliTune.

5. Match the FM station on your radio with the corresponding FM frequency
shown on your TransDock micro’s display. Touch Play on your iPhone to enjoy
your music over your car’s FM radio.

6. To control the overall volume of your music while using TransDock micro,
use the car radio’s volume control, not the iPhone volume.

Turning TransDockmicro On and Off

TransDock micro will turn on and off automatically with your car. To manually
turn TransDock micro on or off while your car power is on, press and hold the dial
for approximately 5 seconds.

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FindingEmpty Radio Frequencies Using IntelliTune

If you live in a big city with a lot of FM radio stations, finding an empty FM
frequency can be tricky. DLO’s IntelliTune simplifies the process by doing all
the work for you.

To find an empty frequency using IntelliTune:

1. Press the dial on TransDock micro. This will activate the IntelliTune search.
While it is searching, the word

INTELLITUNE will appear on TransDock

micro’s display.

2. Once IntelliTune finds an empty frequency, it will display

TO XXX.X

. Then, tune your FM radio to that station and begin enjoying

TUNE RADIO

your iPhone music over your car stereo.

Manually Finding Empty Radio Frequencies

TransDock micro also allows you to manually tune the
transmitter to desired FM frequencies. To do so, simply turn
TransDock micro’s dial to the right to tune to higher stations
and left to tune to lower stations. See drawing B

B

Tips for manually finding an empty station:

• Be sure to search the entire spectrum of FM frequencies, from 88.1 to

107.9. Don’t just look to the low end of the dial. There are often empty
FM frequencies in the 100’s that work well.

• When using scan/seek on your car’s radio, if your tuner stops on 101
and then jumps to 103, look in the 102 range for empty FM frequencies.

• Try tuning to a strong station, then backing down two frequencies - for
example 103.5 to 103.1. You can often find empty frequencies this way.
If that frequency is taken, scan to the next station and try again.

NOTE: You can also visit www.dlo.com/openFM to find the best FM

frequencies in your area.

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Settings+ Features

TransDock micro Settings

To enter the Settings Menu, press and hold the dial for a second. Then, turn the
dial to scroll through the various settings, and press the dial to enter your desired
setting. Turn the dial to the right or left to view the chosen setting options, and
press the dial to confirm your selection. Once you’ve made your selection, you
will return to the Settings Menu. Press the dial to exit the Settings Menu.

NOTE: TransDock micro will automatically exit the Settings Menu after a few

seconds of inactivity.

Settings include:

PRESET STORE
Preset Store allows you to save up to four preset stations. The default presets

are 88.1, 94.9, 100.9, and 107.9.

To store your own preset stations, follow these simple steps:

1. Using the dial, tune TransDock micro to the station you’d like to set –
turning right to tune to higher stations and left to tune to lower stations.

2. Press and hold the dial to enter the Settings Menu.

3. Once in the Settings Menu, scroll to Preset Store and press the dial to select.
Next, scroll to and select the preset number (SET 1, SET 2, SET 3, or

SET 4) and press to select.

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4. Repeat steps 1-3 to store the remaining presets.

NOTE: Your new preset will override the preset that was last saved, including

the default presets.

PRESET MODE
Preset Mode gives you the option to scroll through your presets in
Manual Mode.

To turn Preset Mode on, follow these simple steps:

1. Press and hold the dial to enter the Settings Menu.

2. Scroll to Preset Mode and press the dial to select. Then choose Preset Mode

On and press to select. Now you can scroll through the four presets (P1, P2,
P3, P4) in Manual Mode.

3. Leave TransDock micro on the desired preset and tune your radio to the
corresponding frequency to begin broadcasting.

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AUDIO LEVEL
Audio Level

gives you the option of selecting the volume output level that fits

your particular audio. Turn the dial right or left to select from:

or High.

LISTENING MODE
Listening Mode allows you to choose between Mono and Stereo. TransDock

micro defaults to Mono for optimal transmitter performance. To learn more
about Listening Mode please read Getting the Best Sound Quality with

TransDock micro [pg. 13].

BRIGHTNESS

TIME

Brightness Time allows you to change the length of time that the TransDock

micro’s display screen stays active. Scroll through to select: Always On

2 seconds, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 15 seconds, or 20 seconds

BRIGHTNESS LEVEL
Brightness Level controls the brightness of the OLED display while TransDock

micro is active. Turn the dial right for higher intensity and left for lower intensity.

DIM LEVEL
Dim Level controls the brightness of the OLED display while TransDock micro

is inactive. Turn the dial right for higher intensity and left for lower intensity or
completely off.

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Low, Medium

,

RESET SETTINGS
Reset Settings allows you to revert back to the factory settings. To do so, press

the dial when on Reset Settings. TransDock micro will ask you if you are sure
you would like to reset your settings. Press the dial once to accept, or turn right
or left to return to the Settings Menu.

Gettingthe Best Sound Quality with TransDock micro

• Use IntelliTune to automatically find the optimal frequency to broadcast
your iPhone over your car’s FM stereo. Then, tune your car’s FM stereo to
the frequency displayed on TransDock micro.

• Choosing between Mono and Stereo in Listening Mode: Mono allows for
much better transmitter performance, while Stereo allows for the best
sonic musical performance.

NOTE: If static or distortion increases, switch to Mono for the best transmitter

performance possible.

• To get the best initial performance from TransDock micro, it is very important
that you set your iPhone EQ to Off and adjust your car’s bass and treble
controls to 0. Then you can experiment with adding bass and treble to your
desired level.

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Tips + Troubleshooting

My music is playing, but there seems to be a lot of static.

Use IntelliTune to automatically find the optimal frequency to broadcast
your iPhone over your car’s FM stereo. Then, tune your car’s FM stereo to the
frequency displayed on TransDock micro. You may also try setting the Listening

Mode to Mono, which will improve the clarity of TransDock micro’s signal.

My radio will only scan/seek to occupied FM stations.

Many car radios default to scan/seek mode for tuning, so they automatically tune
to a radio station. Most of these radios can be switched to manual tuning (consult
your car or radio manual on how to do this).

My music sounds overdriven and distorted.

Be sure that the FM station you’re using is still unoccupied as you drive
through different areas. FM signals can intrude on an unused frequency.

Be sure to set your iPhone EQ to Off and adjust your car’s bass and treble controls
to 0. Then you can experiment with adding bass and treble to your desired level.
However, we highly recommend that you start with everything at 0.

My iPhone does not appear to be charging when connected to TransDock micro.

Make sure TransDock micro is securely positioned in your car’s power outlet.
You may also check to ensure that the connector cable is all the way into the
iPhone’s dock connector.

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If I leave TransDock micro plugged into my car’s power outlet, will it drain my
car battery?

Probably not, but it’s always a good idea to unplug anything when leaving your
car for a long period of time.

NOTE: Your TransDock micro will continue to draw power from your car’s battery

as long as a device is attached.

Can I use TransDock micro with other devices?

TransDock micro is designed specifically for use with iPhone and other
iPod models.

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Tech Specs

Service + Support

FM TRANSMITTER

Modulation: FM Stereo

Default Preset Frequencies (MHz): 88.1, 94.9, 100. 9, and 107.9

Frequency Adjustment: 0.2 MHz per st ep

Frequency Response: 20Hz ~ 15KHz

Transmitter Range: Up to 27 feet (8.2M)

Tuning: Digitally con trolled crystal oscillator

International frequency compatible

CONNECTIONS

30-Pin iPhone Dock Connector Cable: Length 48”

POWER

Input Voltage: 12 – 1 8 VDC, 3 Watts

Input Current: 5 VDC, 500mA

Replaceable Fuse: 2A

TEMPERATURE

Storage Temperature: -10° to 12 0° F (-23° to 49° C)

Operating Temperature: -4° to 113 ° F (-20° to 45° C)

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For Customer Service please visit http://www.dlo.com or call 1-800-233-8413.

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FCCStatement

Warranty

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

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.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party re­sponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip­ment.

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One Year Limited Warranty

DLO warrants that this product shall be free from defects in material, work­manship and assembly, under normal use, in accordance with the specifica­tions and warnings, for a period of one year from the date of purchase. This
warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product, and is not trans­ferable. To exercise your rights under this warranty, you must provide proof of
purchase in the form of an original sales receipt that shows the product name
and the date of purchase. For customer support or to obtain warranty service,
please visit www.dlo.com. THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WAR­RANTIES. DLO liability is limited to repair or, at its sole option, replacement of
the product. Incidental, special and consequential damages are disclaimed
where permitted by law. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may
also have other rights that vary from state to state.

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Thanks for purchasing TransDock micro for iPhone

Enjoy the Ride