Iluv i182 User Manual
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Video Recorder
or Your iPod& PSP
Instruction Manual
Model: i182
Have a question? Please visit http://www.i-Luv.com
User Safety Guide
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
You can help to protect the environment!
Please remember to respect the local regulations: Hand in the non-working electrical
equipment to an appropriate waste disposal center.
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
1. FCC regulations state that any change or modification to the equipment, not expressly
approved by maker or its authorized parties, could void user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
2. To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to water, rain, or moisture.
3. Never attempt to open the cabinet. Dangerous high voltages are present in the unit.
Always refer servicing to a qualified technician.
4. Before using the player please ensure that your local AC voltage is suitable for this unit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before
the appliance is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should be retained in a
secure place for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions
should be observed.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. WATER AND MOISTURE - The appliance should not be used near water. For example:
near a bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, and/or swimming pool.
6. VENTILATION - The appliance should be situated so that its location and position does
not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated
on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, be
placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of
air through the ventilation openings.
7. HEAT - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. POWER SOURCES - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the
type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
9. POWER CORD PROTECTION - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or obstructed by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point at which they exit from
the appliance.
10. CLEANING - The appliance should be cleaned with a dry cloth.
11. NONUSE PERIODS - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the
outlet when the appliance is to be left unused for an extended period of time.
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User Safety Guide
12. OBJECT and LIQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and
liquids are not spilled into the device’s openings.
13. CARTS AND STANDS - The appliance should be used only with a
cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance
and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and
cart combination to overturn
14. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service
professional when:
a. The power-supply cord or plug has been damaged.
b. Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance’s apertures.
c. The appliance has been exposed to rain.
d. The appliance has been dropped and suffered damage.
e. The appliance does not appear to operate normally, or exhibits a change in
performance.
15. SERVICING - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described
in the user's operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified
service professional.
16. LEAD AND MERCURY - This product may contain lead and/or mercury. Disposal of these
materials may be regulated by your local authorities due to environmental considerations.
For more detailed disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or
the EIA (Electronic Industries Alliance) – http://www.eiae.org
FCC RULES
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.
Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
MACROVISION
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of
certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation
and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by
Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses, only unless
otherwise authorized by the Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
What is iLuv i182?.………………………...……………………………………………….. 5
What is Included in the Box?.…………...…………………..…………………………….. 6
Location of Controls………………………………………………………………………... 7
Connecting iLuv i182 to Your Video Device………………………………………...…… 9
Connecting the AC Adapter ………………………………………………………………. 11
Installing the Utility Software Program (i182 Manager)…….....……………………….. 12
Recording & Playing
Connecting Your iPod to iLuv i182…………………………………………………...…... 14
Connecting Your PSP, USB Storage Device to iLuv i182.………………………...…... 15
Connecting Your Flash Memory Card to iLuv i182….……………………………...…... 16
Recording Your Personal Videos on Your iPod or Device.……………………...…...... 17
Precautions in Connecting Your iPod to i182 Manager…………………………...….... 18
Registering Recorded Videos to iTunes……….………………..………………......…... 19
Playing Recorded Videos………………..…………………….……………………...…... 21
LED Status Guide……………………………………………………………………...…... 22
Setting Up
Starting iLuv i182 Manager………………………………………………………………... 25
Starting iLuv i182 Setting…………………………………………………...…................. 26
Screen Layout of i182 setup…………………………………………………...…............. 27
Changing Recording Setting Option………………………………………………...……. 28
Changing Recording Location (Use USB Storage Device / Flash Memory Card)…... 30
Managing Recorded File…………………………………………………...….................. 31
Selecting Method to Register Recorded File……….……………………………………. 32
Upgrading the Firmware…………………………………………………...…................... 33
Checking iLuv i182 Information & Setting Auto-run…………………………………….. 35
Other Information
Troubleshooting Guide ……………………………………………………………………. 37
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GETTING STARTED
What is iLuv i182?
What is Included in the Box?
Location of Controls
Connecting iLuv i182 to Your
Video Device
Connecting the AC Adapter
Installing the Utility Software
Program (i182 Manager)
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What is iLuv i182?
Congratulations on your purchase of the new iLuv i182 (video recorder) for your iPod and PSP.
iLuv i182 is a video recorder that is dedicated to iPod. You can record a video to iPod from all
kinds of AV devices such as TV, DVD Player, Camcorder, HDD Recorder, DVD Recorder and
VTR. In addition, it is compatible with a portable device such as PSP, PMP, USB Storage
Device and Flash Memory Card so that you can easily record a video to a device using iLuv
i182. iLuv i182 provides users with a perfect tool to create and enjoy video content.
Watch your home videos on your iPod or PSP
Video recording from TV or any AV source to iPod, PSP, PMP, USB Storage Device,
Flash Memory Card
Timer setting (reservation of remaining time for recording)
Sync-recording (allows you to initiate recording when AV device turns on)
Auto-register recorded files to the playlist of iTunes
Recording video in various
resolutions (support widescreen
recording)
Recorded file management
(recording quality, maximum
recording time, file & playlist name
change, auto delete)
Firmware upgrade available via web
downloads
iPod charging
Supports Composite and S-Video
inputs
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What is Included in the Box?
The following items are included in the box:
iLuv i182 Video Recorder iLuv i182 Connector Dock Adapters
AV Cable AC Adapter Quick Starting Guide Utility Software CD
Important Notes
iLuv i182 is compatible with iPod (30GB, 60GB, and 80GB).
HDD capacity of iPod released in October 1, 2006 may vary.
Please visit the product website (www.i-Luv.com) for the compatibility with iLuv i182.
Not all PMP, USB Devices will work i182, please check with your device manufacturer or
owner’s manual for more information regarding compatibility.
* iPod/Device refer to iPod, PSP, PMP, USB Storage Device and Flash Memory Card.
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Location of Controls
iLuv i182 Top View
Dock for Your iPod
Connect the dock adaptor and
your iPod or the i182
Connector here.
Record / Stop Button
Press this button to start or
stop recording. The LED
indicator on this button
indicates the recording status.
iLuv i182 Back View
Composite AV Input
Used for the connection
through an AV cable.
DC Power Socket
Used for the power supply (DC IN 5V).
LED Recording Time Display
(30/60/120/180 min)
When the recording time is
set, this indicator shows how
much time is set for recording
and how much time is
remaining until recording is
done.
Timer Button
Press this button to set the
recordin
S-
Used for the connection
through the S-Video cable.
time.
ideo Input
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Location of Controls
iLuv i182 Connector
You can record a video to an external storage device such as PSP, PMP, USB storage device
and Flash memory card other than iPod using i182 Connector.
USB Connector
Connects PSP, PMP or USB
storage device using a USB cable.
Connector Change Slider
Select one mode depending on
whether the device type you are
going to connect is “USB type” or
“Flash Memory type”.
However, you cannot connect
more than two devices to i182
Connector at the same time.
Important Notes: When you connect a USB hub or a flash memory card reader to i182
Connector, it may cause an error of iLuv i182. Do not connect more than two external
storage devices to i182 Connector at the same time.
Flash Memory Card Connector
Connects memory stick or flash
memory card.
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Connecting iLuv i182 to Your Video Device
Connecting iLuv i182 to your video device through the AV cable
n Connect one end of the AV cable to the AV output of your video device (camcorder, VCR
player, DVD player, TV, computer, etc), which can play your personal videos and output
them in the AV format.
Audio R(Red)
Audio L (White
ideo (Yellow
o Connect the other end of the AV cable to the AV input of iLuv i182 as shown below.
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Connecting iLuv i182 to Your Video Device
Connecting iLuv i182 to your video device through the S-Video cable
n Connect one end of the audio cable to the audio output and one end of the s-video cable
(not included) to the s-video output of your video device (camcorder, VCR player, DVD
player, TV, computer, etc). Please refer to the user manual of your video device for the s-
video connection.
o Connect the other end of the AV cable to the AV input of iLuv i182 as shown below.
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Connecting the AC Adapter
n Connect the DC power plug of the included AC adapter to the DC power socket of iLuv i182
carefully.
o Locate the wall outlet or power extension near the unit and check the voltage rating of the
power source before connecting the supplied AC adapter. The voltage rating of the power
supply must be matched with that of the provided AC adapter. Connect the AC power plug
of the AC adapter to the wall outlet or power extension available near the unit.
Important Safety Note: To prevent electric shock, do NOT handle the AC adapter with wet
hands. Always handle the AC adapter with caution.
iLuv i182
p When connected to the power source, all LED indicators on iLuv i182 will blink for 15
seconds. Please wait until the color of the LED indicator on the [REC/STOP] button
becomes steady orange (without blinking).
[REC/STOP] Button
Wait until this LED indicator becomes steady orange (without blinking).
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Installing the Utility Software Program (i182 Manager)
i182 Manager is software that can register a file recorded by iLuv i182 to iTunes, manage
recorded files and change a record setting option.
You must install i182 Manager to use iLuv i182.
n Connect your iPod to your computer (Windows XP).
o Load the provided utility software CD on your CD-ROM drive. The setup software program
will automatically run on your computer. If not, open the CD-ROM and manually run the
utility software program, named as “Setup.exe”. The setup window will appear on the
screen as below.
p Select the [Install i182 Setup] option, and follow the instructions displayed on the screen to
install. After the installation, you can close the setup window by pressing the [Quit] option.
q When the installation finishes, i182 Manager icon appears on the task bar. Because i182
Manager auto-runs when Windows starts, the icon always appears on the task bar.
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