Emerson iP100 User Manual

The Perfect Portable Speaker System...

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with Stereo Radio and Digital Alarm Clock

and iPod® Docking Station

OWNER’S MANUAL

iP100 (White Color)
iP100BK (Black Color)
iP100PK (Pink Color)

Made for all iPod® models including iPod® nano, iPod® shuffle and iPod® mini

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CAUTION

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT FIRE
OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrow­head symbol, within an equi­lateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’
within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BAC K) , NO USE R
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERV ICING TO
Q U A L I F I ED S E R V I C E
PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within
an equilateral triangle is in­tended to alert the user to
the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in
the literature accompany­ing the appliance.

The Caution Marking maybe located at the bottom enclosure of the apparatus.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Follow all instructions. Heed all warnings.

2.) Do not use this apparatus near water.

3.) Clean only with dry cloth.

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

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

6.) 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 is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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

8.) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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

10.) 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.

11.) This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and no object filled with liquids
such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.

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.) Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.

14.) Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer.

15.) The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer.

16.) Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks.

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……….For Your iPod

®

Thank you for purchasing this iPod® Compatible Portable Stereo System
from Emerson Research. This compact portable system features a built in
iPod® docking station so you can play your iPod® through the speakers of
this system when you are in the mood to share your music with others, or
when you simply do not want to use earphones. In addition, when this
system is connected to an AC outlet with the included AC adapter it will
also recharge the battery of any ‘dockable’ iPod®. We have even included
two separate inserts so that every ‘dockable’ iPod® currently available (as
of January 2006) will fit correctly in the docking area.

This system also includes an AM/FM Stereo Radio with digital station
frequency display for more precise tuning, and a digital alarm clock that
can wake you to the radio or an electronic buzzer.

Finally we have also included an auxiliary input jack so that you can also
connect non-dockable iPod® such as the first generation models, or the
iPod® Shuffle, or even other brands of MP3 players and portable CD players
to this system. The required connection cable is included of course.

We have taken great care to ensure this system was in perfect working
order when it left our factory.

If you experience any problems with the set up or operation of this system
please do not return it to the retail store. Call the Emerson customer service
hotline, toll free, at 1-800-898-9020 Monday through Friday, between the
hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM Central Time.

Again, thank you for purchasing this iPod® compatible portable stereo
system from Emerson Research.

®

iPod

is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

• Avoid installing this unit in places

exposed to direct sunlight or close to
heat radiating applianc es such as
electric heaters, on top of other stereo
equipment that radiates too much
heat, places lack ing ventilation or
dusty areas, places subject to
constant vibration and/or humid or
moist areas.

• Operate controls and switches as
described in the manual.

• Before turning on the power, make
certain that the AC/DC adapter is
properly installed.

• When moving the set, be sure to first
disconnect the AC/DC adapter.

FCC Information

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. 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.

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.

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

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PREPARATION FOR USE

Unpacking And Set Up

• Remove the main unit, the AC adapter, the accessory auxiliary device

connection cord, and the 2 iPod® adapters from the carton, and remove all
packing material from the main unit. We recommend that you save the carton
and packing material in the event that the unit ever needs to be returned for
service. Using the original carton and packing material is the only way to protect
your unit from damage during shipment.

• Remove any descriptive labels or stickers from the top or front panels of the

unit but do not remove any labels or stickers from the back or bottom panels.

• Remove the “dummy iPod

®

” display card from the docking area and discard it.

Power Sources

This system is designed to operate on 6 “C” batteries, not included, or on normal
120V AC house current with the included AC adapter. In addition, this unit requires
2 “AA” batteries for the clock and alarm memory back up. We recommend that
you use a well-known brand of alkaline batteries for longest life and best
performance.
Attempting to operate this system from any other power source may cause damage
to the system, and such damage is not covered by your warranty.

Battery Precautions

• Replacement of batteries must be done by an adult.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nick el-cadmium)
batteries.

• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.

• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.

• Exhausted batteries are to be removed.

• Only batteries of the equivalent type are to be used.

• Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.

• Dispose of batteries properly. Do not dispos e of batteries in fire. The batteries
may explode or leak.

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Battery Installation

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The battery compartments for the 6 “C” batteries and 2 “AA” batteries are located
on the back panel. To open the battery compartment covers press the door locking
tabs in the direction of the arrows. Remove the doors and insert the 6 “C” and 2
“AA” batteries in their respective compartments. Be sure the batteries are installed
correctly according to the polarity markings in the battery compartments. If the
batteries are installed incorrectly the unit will not work.

After installing the batteries replace both battery c ompartment covers and make
sure that they lock securely.

Battery Replacement

When the sound output becomes weak and distorted during battery operation it is
probably time to change the 6 “C” batteries. Try operating the system with the AC
adapter. If the sound is normal with the AC adapter this confirms that the batteries
are weak and should be replaced as soon as possible. If exhausted batteries are
left in the unit they may eventually leak and cause damage to the unit. When
changing the 6 “C” batteries always change all 6 at the same time and do not mix
different types of batteries such as alkaline, carbon-zinc, and nickel cadmium.

The 2 “AA” batteries are only used for maintaining the clock and timer memory
and therefore they will probably last longer than the 6 “C” batteries. Two fresh
alkaline “AA” batteries should provide back up power for the clock and timer for a
period of 12 months.

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