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Model No: KC229UK
FM Radio Clock for iPod/iPhone
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SOME DOS AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must
be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and
equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains
plug before making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DO route the mains lead so that it is not likely to be walked on, crushed, chafed, or subjected to excessive wear and tear or heat.
remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON'T
DON'T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Overheating will
cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects filled with liquids, such as vases, to be placed on
the equipment.
DON'T place hot objects or naked flame sources such as lighted candles or night
can melt plastic and lead to fires.
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws - to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer’s
approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety.
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation
DON'T
or has a stand-by mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do
this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment
withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
ABOVE ALL
−
NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case - this could result in a
fatal electric shock;
− NEVER guess or take chances with electrical
if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way - switch off,
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inter-connections between the pieces of
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lights on, or close to equipment. High temperatures
equipment of any kind it is better to be safe than sorry!
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The above mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).
The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including any spent or discarded batteries as unsorted
municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems available. If the batteries or accumulators included with
equipment display the chemical symbol Hg, Cd, or Pb, then it means that the battery has a heavy metal content of more
than 0.0005% Mercury, or more than 0.002% Cadmium or more than, 0.004% Lead.
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Safety Precautions
To achieve the utmost in enjoyment and performance, please read this manual carefully before attempting to operate the unit in order to
became familiar with its features, and assure you years of faithful, trouble free performance and listening pleasure.
Important Notes
Keep instructions the safety and operating instructions should be retained for
Avoid installing the unit in locations described below:
* Places exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such as electric heaters. on top of other stereo equipment that
radiate too much heat.
* Places lacking ventilation or dusty places.
* Places
subject to constant vibration. Humid or moist places.
Make sure not to obstruct the ventilation openings.
Before turning on the power for the first time, make sure the power cord is properly installed.
Mains plug is used as the disconnect device and it shall remain readily operable completely.
The product shall not be
product.
To be completely disconnect the power input, the mains plug of apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains.
Minimum distances around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation is 10cm.
Attention should be
The use of apparatus in moderate climates.
The mains plug should not be obstructed or should be easily accessed during intended use.
The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper, table-clothes, curtains etc.
No naked flame
The AC/DC adaptor shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on
apparatus.
The AC/DC adaptor is used as the disconnect device. It shall remain
To be completely disconnected the apparatus from supply mains, the AC/DC adaptor of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the
mains socket outlet completely.
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
For
safety reasons, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product.
Refer any servicing to qualified personnel.
Do not attempt to remove any screws, or open the casing of the unit; there are no user serviceable
parts inside, refer all servicing to qualified
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. DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
Conductor dangerous voltage, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons is present within
this products enclosure.
ATTENTION
The owners manual contains important operating and maintenance instructions, for your safety, it is necessary to refer to the manual.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING.
Note:
- This unit will become warm when used for a long period of time. This is normal and does not indicate a problem with the unit.
- If an unusual conditions occurs in the
exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.
sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus.
service personnel.
display window or key button, switch the unit off, then turn on the unit again.
future reference.
readily operable and should not be obstructed during intended use.
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The unit supports the listed iPods/iPhones
***iPods/iPhones shown are not included***
Made for iPod mini
(4GB, 6GB only)
Made for iPod with
video
(5th generation)
(30GB only)
Made for iPod nano
(4th generation)
(8GB, 16GB only)
Made for iPod
(4th generation)
(20GB only)
Made for iPod with
video
(5th generation)
(60GB, 80GB only)
Made for iPod classic
(80GB, 160GB only)
Made for iPod classic
(2nd generation)
(120GB only)
Made for iPod
(4th generation)
(40GB only)
Made for iPod nano
(1st generation)
(1GB, 2GB, 4GB only)
Made for iPod touch
(8GB, 16GB, 32GB
only)
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Made for iPod with
color display
(4th generation)
(20GB, 30GB only)
Made for iPod nano
(2nd generation)
(aluminum)
(2GB, 4GB, 8GB only)
Made for iPod touch
(2nd generation)
(8GB, 16GB, 32GB
only)
Works with iPhone
(4GB, 8GB, 16GB only)
Made for iPod with
color display
(4th generation)
(40GB, 60GB only)
Made for iPod nano
(3rd generation)(video)
(4GB, 8GB only)
Works with iPhone 3G
(8GB, 16GB only)
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FEATURES AND CONTROLS RE MOT E CONTROL
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1. iPod/iPhone CONNECTOR
2. SPEAKER
3. VOLUME KNOB
4. STANDBY LED INDICATOR
5. STANDBY/ON BUTTON
6. AL.1 BUTTON
7. AL.2 BUTTON
8. SNOOZE BUTTON
9. IR SENSOR
10.DISPLAY WINDOW
PUTTING THE BATTERY INTO THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
Press down of the compartment cover, and slide the cover off open
1.
the compartment.
2. Place the battery (CR2032) into the battery compartment according
to the polarity marking, with the “+” sign facing up.
Place the cover over the compartment, press down lightly, and pus
3.
it
upward until it snaps on.
Note: Remote the battery from the remote control if not in used for a
long period of time.
will not be functioned properly, replace with new battery if that happened.
When the battery becomes weak, the remote control
Universal Dock
adapter
connection
(iPod adaptors
are not included)
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11. FUNCTION BUTTON
12. MEMORY/CLOCK-ADJ. BUTTON
13. PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON
14. SKIP/TUNE SEARCH (DOWN or UP) BUTTON
15. BASS WOOFER SPEAKER
16. FM ANTENNA
17. DC JACK
18. LINE IN JACK
19. HEADPHONES JACK
20. RESET BUTTON
1. STANDBY/ON BUTTON
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**Battery Included**
2. FUNCTION BUTTON
3. REPEAT/MONO/ST. BUTTON
4. SKIP/TUNE SEARCH DOWN
BUTTON
5. MENU BUTTON
6. SELECT BUTTON
7. SLEEP BUTTON
8. EQ BUTTON
9. MUTE BUTTON
10.VOLUME “ - ” BUTTON
11.VOLUME “ + ” BUTTON
12.CLOCK DISPLAY BUTTON
13.PRESET/ARROW UP BUTTON
14.PRESET/ARROW DOWN
15.SKIP/TUNE SEARCH UP
BUTTON
16.PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON
BUTTON
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LCD DISPLAY WINDOW
A. AL 1 BELL SYMBOL INDICATOR
B. SLEEP INDICATOR
C. RADIO MEMORY NUMBER/SLEEP
TIME INDICATOR
D. STEREO INDICATOR
E. AL 2 BELL SYMBOL INDICATOR
F. VOLUME HIGH/LOW INDICATOR
G. TRACK/NUMBER/TIME INDICATOR
A B C D E F
POWER CORD CONNECTION
Power Cord Connection
1. Connect the AC/DC Adaptor Ti p to the DC jack on the rear of the unit firstly.
2. Connect the AC/DC
Note: In any time, the iPod/iPhone PLAYERS must be fixed well under in the
standby mode to avoid them were damaged.
OP ERAT ING THE UNIT
When you first plug the AC/DC Adaptor plug into the AC outlet socket, the unit
will be
in standby mode. You can press the STANDBY/ON button on the unit ( or on the remote control ) to switch the unit ON or
OFF. Pull the AC/DC Adaptor plug out of the wall socket if you want to switch off completely.
Note: During the unit in STANDBY mode, you can also press the FUNCTION button to switch the unit “ON”.To switch off the
unit by pressing the STANDBY button only.
POWER/STANDBY
1. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the unit (or remote control) to switch the unit on. The red STANDBY indicator will light off.
2.
Select the sound source (iPod, AUX or Tuner) by pressing the FUNCTION button.
3. Adjust the volume with the VOLUME (UP or DOWN) button.
4. Set the preset equalizer ( PASS, CLASSIC, ROCK, POP or JAZZ) with the EQ button on the unit (or remote control).
5. Press the STANDBY
Note:
1. If there is no signal under the iPod mode, the main unit will be switched off within 15 minutes automatically.
2. Please turn the main power off to save energy, when you do not use the unit.
MEMORY BACK-UP
The unit has memory reserved function for 3 hours
work for 5 minutes or more duration.
CLOCK SETTING
During the unit in STANDBY mode :
1. Press the MEMORY/CLOCK-ADJ. button to select the12-hour or 24-hour.
Adaptor Plug to the AC outlet socket secondly.
button again to turn off the unit. The red STANDBY indicator will light on.
automatically, and it should make sure the unit connect to mains power and
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DC Ad apte r Tip
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2. Press and hold the MEMORY/CLOCK-ADJ. button, the HOUR digit will flash. Press the SKIP/TUNE SEARCH(DOWN or UP)
button to adjust HOUR digit firstly. Press the MEMORY/CLOCK-ADJ. button again, the MINUTE digit will also flash. Press
the SKIP/TUNE SEARCH (DOWN or UP) button to adjust MINUTE digit.
3. Press the MEMORY/CLOCK-ADJ. button to confirm the time.
Note: 1. Each enable state as shown
2. Press CLOCK DISPALY button in any station of Tuner/iPod/Aux when the unit is powered off, the clock will display for
5 seconds and then come back
FUNCTION SELECT
Press the FUNCTION button to change the sound source. The display window will change as below:
RADIO OPERATION
1. Press the FUNCTION button to select the TUNER mode on the unit (or remote control), you can select the radio FM operation.
2. Select the desired frequency with the SKIP/TUNE
correct frequency or the reception is at its best.
Mono/ Stereo Select
This unit can receive FM mode only.
1. When you want to select FM stereo station, press the REPEAT/MONO/ST. button on the remote control only.
When you receive a FM stereo station the " " indicator will appear on the display window, this means you are receiving
the FM stereo transmission .
2. When you press the REPEAT/MONO/ST. button again, the FM STEREO indicator will turn off and
status.
Automatic Tuning
1. Press the SKIP/TUNE SEARCH (UP or DOWN) button for a few seconds, then release the button. The tuner will automatically
search the first station of sufficient signal strength.
2. Repeat above procedure if you wish to select another
Programming preset stations
You can also preset stations of your choice and store up 20 FM stations in its memory. To store your selected broadcasting stations:
1. During the unit in TUNER mode, press the SKIP/TUNE SEARCH (UP or DOWN) button to search the required station.
2. Press the MEMORY/CLOCK-ADJ.
3. Press the PRESET/ARROW(+ or -) button on the remote control only for your desired station channel.
4. Press the MEMORY/CLOCK-ADJ. button again to confirm your selection.
above will be cleared if you did not press any buttons in10 seconds.
to the original station automatically.
AUX
TUNER
SEARCH (UP or DOWN) button. Press continuously until you read the
switch to FM MONO
station.
button on the remote control only.
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5. To program more stations into memory, repeat the above steps 1 to 4.
6. To change the stored preset stations, repeat the above steps 1 to 4.
Note: 1. Storing a new station into a preset location will erase the previously stored station in that location.
2. Power off/failure or power cord disconnection will clear the memory of all preset stations. Perform the stations presetting
procedures again to store the stations.
Selecting the Preset Stations
1. Press the PRESET/ARROW(UP or DOWN) button to select the desired preset station number.
2. The numeric location of that preset station is displayed along with the corresponding frequency.
FM Antenna
Make sure the FM antenna is extended to its full length. It may be necessary to vary
find the position that provides the best reception for your favorite FM stations.
iPod/iPhone OPERATION(Support 2G/3G iPhone)
During the unit in STANDBY mode :
Insert the iPod players in the iPod/iPhone connector dock fixedly.
1.
2. Power on the unit, and then press the FUNCTION button to the iPod mode, The iPod indicator will
appear on the unit display. (F1)
During the unit in iPod/iPhone mode :
1. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button once
VOLUME(+ or -) knob.
2. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button once to pause the current track. To resume the playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button once
again.
3. To skip forwards or backwards, press the
4. Press the REPEAT/MONO/ST. button to make the iPod plays repeatedly.
Note:
iPod touch version 1.1.2 or above can support REPEAT function only.
How to select the iPod/iPhone Menu mode:(on the remote control)
1. During the unit in iPod mode, press the MENU button, and then the unit will enter to the iPod/iPhone MENU
2. Press the PRESET/ARROW (UP or DOWN) button to select from the menu list as following: Music > Extras > Photo Import
(does not display on the display on the iPod Mini) > Settings > Shuffle Songs > Backlight > Now Playing will show on the iPod's
display screen.
3. Press the SELECT button once to select the desired menu folder on the remote control only.
4. Press the PRESET/ARROW (UP or DOWN ) button again to search the current content in the each desired menu folder.
5. Yo u can always return to the previous menu by
Charging the iPod/iPhone Player battery through the main unit:
1. iPod/iPhone has an internal nonremovable battery, you may need to charge it if it has not been used for awhile.
2. Yo u can charge the iPod/iPhone through the main unit automatically under the STANDBY or POWER ON
to start the iPod/iPhone playing. Adjust the volume level by tuning the
SKIP/TUNE SEARCH (UP or DOWN)
on the remote control
pressing the MENU button.
the direction of this antenna wire until you
F1
button to select the desired track.
function.
mode.
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1. The iPod/iPhone battery is 80-percent charged in about an hour, and fully charged in about a few hours. If you charge it
Note :
while playing music, it may take longer.
2. It is better not charge under in the TUNER mode. It may interfere that the reception is at its best.
3. In any time, you can control the iPod/iPhone and the remote control while the unit in the iPod/iPhone mode.
4. In any time, the iPod must be firmly inserted to the unit in the
unit.
AUX INPUT( )
The AUX input is located at the rear of
1. To select the AUX function, repeatedly press the FUNCTION button on the unit (or remote control) until the AUX indicator is on the
display window.
2. Press the VOLUME (UP
EQ CONTROL (on the re mote control)
EQ shows the present sound tone.
When you press the EQ button on the remote control, the sound tone changes as below:
TO SET SLEEP FUNCTION(on the remote control)
1. If you want to fall asleep in music, press the SLEEP button on the remote control.
2. You may adjust
down automatically.
LISTEN TO THE MUSIC BY USING HEADPHONE
Plug your headphones (3.5mm mini-stereo plug) into the headphones jack on the left side of the unit. The sound will be heard
through the headphones, not the speaker.
WARNIN G: The
and for shorter durations.
MUTE SETTING (on the remote control)
1. When you press the MUTE button once on the remote control, the MUTE and the VOLUME LEVEL indicators will flash a few
seconds, and then the display will return to the FM mode. The VOLUME LEVEL indicator will keep in flash. The audio output will
be temporarily terminated.(F1)
2. Press the MUTE button again, both the volume level and the audio output will resume to normal.(F2)
LINE in cable not included
the unit. Use a 3.5mm stereo jack cable to connect audio equipment through the LINE IN jack.
or DOWN) button to adjust the sound output level.
CLASSIC JAZZ
PAS S
the iPod, AUX or TUNER sleep function to play from 90, 60, 45,30 or 15 minutes of music before it shuts itself
90 60 45 30 15 00
NORMAL
risk of hearing impairment due to exposure to excessive sound levels may be reduced by listening at lower volumes
STANDBY mode to avoid any damages to the iPod and the
ROCK
POP
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ALARM CLOCK OPERATION(on the remote control)
During the unit in STANDBY mode :
To set the correct "ALARM 1 or ALARM 2" :
1. Press the “ALARM 1 or 2 SET/OFF" button once on the remote control. The "AL 1 or 2 BELL SYMBOL" indicator will light on.
the “ALARM 1 or 2 SET/OFF" button one more time and hold it for a few seconds, then the “HOUR & AL 1 or 2 BELL
Press
SYMBOL” indicators will flash. Adjust to the correct "HOUR" by pressing the "SKIP/TUNE SEARCH (UP or DOWN)" button.
2. Press the
correct "MINUTE" by pressing the "SKIP/TUNER(UP or DOWN)" button.
3. Press the “ALARM 1 or 2 SET/OFF" button again to display the ALARM modes (TUNER,
preferred alarm mode by pressing the "SKIP/ TUNE SEARCH" (UP or DOWN) button.
4. Press the “ALARM 1 or 2 SET/OFF” button repeatedly to confirm the "ALARM 1 or 2" mode", and then the "AL 1 or 2 BELL
SYMBOL" indicator
SNOOZE FUNCTION
Press the SNOOZE button after the TUNER, iPod, or BUZZER alarm sounded. The alarm will go off and will come on again in
approximately 5 minutes. Yo u may repeat this cycle several times during the 1 hour alarm interim.
Note:1. When the
/OFF" button once on the unit to stop the "ALARM 1 or 2" function. The “AL 1 or 2 BELL SYMBOL" indicator
will still light on the LCD display. (It may keep the "ALARM 1 or 2" function in next day.)
2. When the bell is not ringing, if you want to stop the "ALARM 1 or 2" function fully, you can press the
or ALA RM 2 SET/OFF" button once on the unit. The “AL 1 or 2 BELL SYMBOL” indicator will turn off on
the display. The function of the “ALARM 1 or 2" will cancel at
3. When the alarm is damming under the iPod or tuner mode, the volume can adjusted.
RESET
If an unusual conditions occurs in the display window or key button, press the reset button on the
SPECIFICATION
POWER SUPPLY : AC/DC ADAPTOR INPUT 100-240V~50/60Hz Max 1.5A
OUTPUT DC 13.5V 2.5A
OUTPUT POWER :
UNIT DIMENSION : 176(W) x 183(D) x 120 (H) mm
N. W. :
RADIO SECTION
FREQUENCY RANGE :
SPECIFICATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE.
Dripping warning : " The product shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
Ventilation warning : " The normal ventilation of the product shall not be impeded for intended use."
“ALARM 1 or 2 SET/OFF" button again. The “MINUTE & AL 1 or 2 BELL SYMBOL indicators will flash. Adjust to the
iPod and BUZZER). Select your
will light on the LCD display.
bell is ringing, you can press the "STANDBY" button once or press the “ALARM 1 SET/OFF or ALARM 2 SET
“ALARM 1 SET/OFF
once.
back cabinet of the unit.
3 WX2+7W SUBWOOFER
1.32 kg
FM 87.5 - 108
shall be placed on the product."
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ALWAYS
NEVER
cases, fire or even an exp losion.
this can result in leakage or, in extreme
time, taking care not to mix old and new
Replace the whole set of batteries at one
batteries or batteries of different types, since
waste.
ALWAYS
batteries in with the normal household
cause them to explode. Pl ease put dead
Never dispose of batteries in fire as this can
dangerous.
games and other appliances, are easily
such as used in some hearing aids, toys,
Remember that small button cell batteries
swallowed by young children and this can be
been swallowed.
Seek medical advice if you believe a cell has
PLEASE PHOTOCOPY AND DISPLAY
ALWAYS
even an explosion.
Tak e care to fit your batteries correctly,
battery and appliance. Incorrect fitting can
cause leakage or, in extreme cases, fir e or
observing the plus and minus marks on the
SAFETY
GUIDELINES
BATTERY
ALWAYS
ALWAYS
damage.
ALWAYS
are not going to use for a long time.
all batteries from equipment you know you
Otherwise the batteries may leak and cause
Remove dead batteries from equipment and
NEVER
and away from metal objects which may
Store unused batteries in their packaging
cause a short-circuit resulting in leakage or,
in extreme cases, fire or even an explosion.
these guidelines are followed .
Supervise children if they are replacing
batteries themselves in order to ensure
ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS
marked as such.
even explode. There are special
Never attempt to recharge ordinary
rechargeable batteries which ar e clear ly
heat to them. They may leak, cause fire or
batteries, either in a charger or by applying
secure.
Make sure battery compartments are
children.
Keep loose button cells away from young
PUBLISHED BY THE BRITISH BATTERY MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION 7 BUCKINGHAM GATE, LONDON SW1E 6JS
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KC229UK Warranty
Hitachi Europe Ltd.
This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of
This does not cover the product where the fault is due to misuse, abuse, use in contravention of the
where the product has been the subject of unauthorised modifications or alterations, or has been the subject of
commercial use
In the event of a problem with the product within the guarantee period please return it to your nearest Argos store
If the item is shown to have had
replacement
Your statutory rights remain unaffected
iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the US and other countries.
an inherent defect present at the time of sale, the store will provide you with a
Product Guarantee
1 year
Guarantor; Argos Ltd
489 499 Avebury Boulevard
Central Milton Keynes
MK9 2NW
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