Emerson iP500WHC, iP500C, iP500BKC User Manual

iTone

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Portable iPod®Docking Stat ion

wi th Digita l Tuning Stereo Receiver,

Mounting Bracket and Remote Control

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

OWNER’S MANUAL

iP500C (Silver Color) iP500BKC (Black Color)

iP500WHC (White Color)

Visit our web site at www.emersonelectronics.ca

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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 REM OVE COVER (OR BA CK), NO US ER SERVICEABLE PAR TS INSIDE REFER S ERVICING T O Q U A LI F IE D S E RV I CE PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to aler t the user to the presence of i mportant 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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Thank you for purchasing this iTone™ Portable iPod® Docking Station from Emerson

Research. This compact portable unit allows you to listen to any dockable iPod

(available as of January 2006) through the built in speakers, for those times when

you want to share you music with others, or when listening through your ear buds

is simply not an option. We've even provided an iPod® compatible USB connector

to allow connection of your iPod® Shuffle as well. And as long as your iTone

system is connected to an AC outlet with the included AC adapter it will also charge

the battery of any iPod® connected to the docking station.

There's also a built in digital tuner with 20 preset station memories, a digital clock

that allows you to fall asleep and wake up to the radio or your iPod®, and a full

function remote control. And we've included a folding bracket that can be used to

mount your system on a wall or below a kitchen cabinet.

The system can be operated on 6 “AA” batteries (plus 2 for clock and tuner memory

back up) or normal 120V AC house current (AC adapter included). And we've

even included an auxiliary input (AUX IN) jack so you can also connect other MP3

players, personal CD players, or any other external device that has a headphone

jack.

We have taken great care to insure that your 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.

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Please call the Emerson Customer Service hotline, toll free, at 1-800-663-5954,

Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM Eastern Time.

One of our representatives will try to resolve the problem for you. If the problem

cannot be resolved by phone you will be advised how to obtain service or a

replacement unit.

Once again, thank you for purchasing this portable iPod® docking station from

Emerson Research.

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

countries.

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IM P O RTA NT N OT ES

• Avoid installing this unit in places

exposed to direct sunlight or close to

heat radiating appliances such as

electric heaters, on top of other stereo

equipment that radiates too much

heat, places lacking ventilation or

dus ty a reas, places s ubj ect t o

constant vibration and/or humid or

moist areas.

IMPORTANT Since digital circuitry may cause interference to other radio or television tuners nearby, switch this unit off when not in use or move it away from the affected radio/television tuner.

NOTE: This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of Industry Canada. 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 operation (which can be determined by turning the equipment off), 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.

• Operate controls and switches as

described in the manual.

• Before turning on the power, make

certain that the AC adapter is properly

installed.

• When moving the set, be sure to first

disconnect the AC adapter.

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PREPARATION FOR USE

Unpacking and Set-up

• This carton contains the main unit, 6 plastic adapters to insure that all dockable

iPod®s fit securely in the docking station, the AC adapter, the mounting bracket

and mounting hardware, and the remote control. Confirm that you have all of

these items and make sure that nothing is accidentally discarded with the

packing materials.

• We recommend that, if possible, you save the carton and packing materials in

the event that your unit ever needs to be returned for service. Using the original

carton and packing materials is the only way to protect your unit from damage

during shipment.

• Remove the paper “dummy iPod®” from the docking area and discard it. That

is for store display purpose only. To remove the “dummy iPod®” slide the docking

cradle upward to remove it from the front panel. Turn the cradle over and push

the docking connector cover out of the cradle as shown in the following

illustration, and then remove the “dummy iPod®”.

(Dummy iPod®)

(Docking Connector Cover)

• Remove any descriptive labels or stickers from the front or top panels. Do not

remove any labels from the back or bottom panels.

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Power Sources

This system is designed to operate on 6 “AA” batteries (plus 2 for clock and tuner memory back up), not included, or on normal 120V 60Hz AC house current with the included AC adapter. Attempting to operate this system on any other power source may cause damage to the unit, and such damage is not covered by your warranty.

AC Operation

Insert the small female plug of the AC adapter into the “DC IN 10V” jack on the back panel.

(AC Adapter, Included)

(“DC IN 10V” Jack)

Connect the AC adapter housing to your normal 120V 60Hz AC household outlet.

(120V AC Outlet)

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Installing The Batteries

The battery compartment is located on the back cabinet. We recommend that you place the unit on a soft surface such as a carpet, on a towel or blanket before turning the unit face down to install the batteries. This will prevent any scratches on the cabinet finish.

1.) With the unit face down press both

battery cover locking tabs in the direction of the arrow marks and remove the battery compartment cover.

2.) Insert 8 “AA” batteries, not included, in

the battery compartment according to the polarity markings engraved in the compartment. If the batteries are inserted incorrectly the unit will not work.

NOTE: We recommend that you use a well-known brand of alkaline batteries for longest life and best performance.

3.) Replace the battery compartment and make sure that it locks securely in place.

IMPORTANT: In order to operate the unit on batteries the AC adapter must be disconnected from the DC IN 10V jack on the back cabinet.

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Low Battery Warning and Auto Shutoff

When the 6 “AA” main power batteries that operate the radio and iPod® become too weak for normal

operation the Low Battery Indicator will begin to flash in the display.

This is your indication that it's time to replace the 6 “AA” batteries. Approximately 90 seconds after the Low Battery Indicator begins flashing the system will shut off automatically.

NOTE: The Low Battery Warning Indicator only applies to the 6 “AA” main power batteries that operate the radio and the iPod®, not the 2 “AA” back-up batteries for the clock and tuner memories. The 6 main power batteries should be changed when the low battery warning indicator begins flashing. The 2 back-up batteries should be changed approximately every 12 months.

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 (nickel-cad mium) 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.

• Dis pose of batteries properly. Do not dispose of batteries in fire. The batteries may explode or leak.

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FM Antenna (On Back Panel)

The FM antenna wire is attached to a screw terminal on the bottom cabinet. Unwind the antenna wire completely and extend it to its full length before returning the cabinet to its upright position.

EXTERNAL

FM ANT.

It may be necessary to adjust the direction of the FM antenna wire until you find the position that provides the best reception.

Protect Your Furniture

This model is equipped with non-skid rubber 'feet' to prevent the product from moving when you operate the controls. These 'feet' are made from non-migrating rubber material specially formulated to avoid leaving any marks or stains on your furniture. However certain types of oil based furni ture polishes, wood preservatives, or c leaning sprays may cause the rubber 'feet' to soften, and leave marks or a rubber residue on the furniture. To prevent any damage to your furniture we strongly recommend that you purcha se small self-adhesive felt pads, available at hardware stores and home improvement centers everywhere, and apply these pads to the bottom of the rubber 'feet' before you place the product on fine wooden furniture.

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Reset Button (On BACK Panel)

If this system is subjected to a sudden power surge, or excessive static electricity, the internal computer will shut down temporarily to prevent any permanent damage to the system. If you find that the system does not respond when you operate the controls on the top panel or the remote handset, you have probably experienced a sudden power surge that caused the internal computer to shut down. To correct this problem and reset the internal computer, first disconnect the AC power cord for 60 seconds and then plug it in again. If this still does not correct the problem, use the point of a ballpoint pen, a toothpick, a straightened paper clip, or similar object to press the RESET button, located in a small hole near the battery compartment door, under the door looking tab.

RESET

Pressing the RESET button will reset the system and clear the system memory. The system should then operate normally again, however it will be necessary to reset the clock, the alarm setting, and re-enter all of your preset stations in the tuner memory after pressing the RESET button.

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Remote Control

The remote control supplied with this system allows you to operate all of the features and functions found on the main unit control panel. The remote receiver is located in the upper right corner of the front panel. To operate the remote control, aim the handset at the receiver on the front panel and press the appropriate button on the remote handset.

The effective operating distance of the remote control is approximately 15 feet from the remote receiver on the front panel.

IMPORTANT! Please note that the iPod® Shuffle has no interface to accept commands from a remote control. The remote control of this system will not operate an iPod® Shuffle. You must use the controls on the Shuffle itself to operate an iPod® Shuffle.

Remote Control Battery

The remote control operates on one 3V lithium ‘button’ battery, Type CR2032 or equivalent. The battery was installed in the remote when you purchased this system.

To preserve the life of the battery a small clear plastic spacer tab is installed between the battery and the battery terminal. This tab must be removed before the remote control can be used.

To remove the tab simply pull it out of the battery compartment, as shown, and discard it.

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The original battery should be able to power the remote control for 12 to 18 months or even longer, depending on the frequency of use. When the operation of the remote becomes intermittent or fails completely you should replace the battery as soon as possible.

To replace the battery, put the remote control face down and press the battery holder locking tab in the direction of the arrow and slide the battery holder out of the remote control.

Install a fresh CR2032 battery in the holder as shown and slide the holder back in to the remote control.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to dispose of the old battery properly. Do not leave it around where a young child or a pet might play with or swallow it. If the battery is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. Do not dispose of the old battery in a fire. The battery could leak or explode if incinerated.

CAUTION

DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.

REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Top Panel

Front Panel

510 7 4

Back Panel

23 22

21 20

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