Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your
NS-B3113B represents the state of the art in radio design and is designed
for reliable and trouble-free performance.
Insignia NS-B3113B
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Dock
Safety information
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Warning
The lightning fl ash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within your receiver’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock.
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 your radio.
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Warning: Risk of electric shock. Do not open.
CAUTION:
ELECTRIC
COVER
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
ATTENTION
RISQUES DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, NE RETIREZ
PAS LE COUVERCLE (OU LE PANNEAU ARRIÈRE)
AUCUNE PIÈCE NE PEUT ÊTRE RÉPARÉE PAR
L'UTILISATEUR. CONFIEZ L'APPAREIL À UN
TECHNICIEN QUALIFIÉ.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
:
AFIN DE RÉDUIRE LES
TO
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with a dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacture's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat source, such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety feature of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet. Consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit the radio.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Unplug this radio during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
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13) Refer all servicing to qualified service personal. Servicing is required
when the radio has been damaged in any way, such as the power cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
radio, the radio has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
14) Do not expose your radio to dripping or splashing liquids, and no
objects filled with liquids should be placed on it.
15) Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause
hearing loss.
16) The batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat, such as
sunshine, fire, or similar heat sources. Replace batteries only with the
same or equivalent type.
17) The wall plug is the disconnecting device. The plug must remain
readily operable.
Note
Read the rating labels on the bottom of the system for power
input and other safety information.
Features
Package contents
•Radio
•AC power cord
•User Guide
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Front view
#FeatureDescription
1LCD displayProvides information about the radio functions.
2SOURCE buttonWhen the radio is on, repeatedly press to cycle through AM, FM, and Aux in.
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3PLAY/PAUSE buttonPress to begin playback on your iPod
4TUNING/SKIP (down)
button
5VOLUME + buttonPress to increase the volume.
6TUNING/SKIP (up) button In radio mode, press to tune to a higher frequency station. In iPod mode, press to
7 (power on/off) buttonPress to turn on the power. Press again to go to standby mode.
8VOLUME – buttonPress to decrease the volume.
9PRESET buttonIn radio mode, press repeatedly to select a preset station.
10MEMORY buttonPress to save radio station presets (10 AM and 10 FM).
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11iPod
dockPlace your iPod into this dock to play it through the radio.
In radio mode, press to tune to a lower frequency station. In iPod mode, press to
skip to the previous track.
skip to the next track.
. Press again to pause playback.
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Back view
OPEN
120V~
OPEN
#FeatureDescription
1AC input socketPlug the AC power cord into this socket.
2Headphone jackPlug the cord from your headphones into this jack.
3AUX IN jackConnect a cable from an external audio source to this jack to hear the sound
4Battery compartmentInsert four “C” batteries (not included), checking that the polarity (+ and - )
5AntennaFM antenna to improve FM reception.
through your radio.
matches the drawing inside the battery compartment. We recommend alkaline
batteries for longer life.
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LCD display
#FeatureDescription
1AM/FM indicatorLights to show which radio band is selected.
2iPod indicatorLights when the iPod is selected as the sound source.
3Tuner indicatorLights when the radio tuner is selected as the sound source.
4Aux indicatorLights when an external source (Aux) is selected as the sound source.
5Preset indicatorLights to indicate the present station.
6Stereo indicatorLights when a stereo radio station is selected.
7kHz/MHz indicatorLights to show the radio band selected.
8Tuner displayShows the current radio frequency selected.
Setting up your radio
Installing the backup batteries
The radio uses a backup battery system to provide continuous operation
in the event of a power failure. If the backup batteries have been installed
and a power failure occurs or the AC cord is accidentally disconnected, the
display will shut off, but the presets and settings will be temporarily
maintained.
Make sure the AC cord is connected. Otherwise all settings may be lost
during battery replacement.
To install the backup batteries:
1 Open the battery compartment cover located on the back of your
radio.
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2 Insert four “C” batteries (not included), checking that the polarity (+
and - ) matches the drawing inside the battery compartment. We
recommend alkaline batteries for longer life.
3 Close the battery compartment cover.
Warning
• Do not recharge, short, disassemble, or heat the
batteries, or dispose of in a fire.
• Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according to
federal, state, and local regulations.
• Remove the batteries when the charge is depleted.
• Battery chemicals can cause a rash. If the batteries leak,
clean the battery compartment with a cloth. If chemicals
touch your skin, wash immediately.
• Do not mix different types of batteries.
• Do not try to recharge non-rechargable batteries.
Making connections
Connecting the AC power cord
Make sure that the AC power outlet matches the AC power specifications
(120V, 60 Hz) of the radio prior to plugging it in.
To connect the AC power:
•Plug the AC power cord into an AC power outlet.
Using your radio
Before using your radio, make sure all connections are secure, then plug
the AC power cord into your radio and an AC power outlet.
Turning your radio on and off
To turn your radio on and off:
1 Press the
2 Press the
standby mode.
(power on/off) button. Your radio turns on.
(power on/off) button again to switch your radio to
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Playing the radio
To play the radio:
1 Press the
2 Remove a docked iPod, if necessary.
•Press the SOURCE button repeatedly to select the AM or FM
•If you are listening to FM, uncoil and extend the FM antenna on
•If you are listening to AM, turn the radio slightly to improve
•Press TUNING/SKIP or TUNING/SKIP
•Press the VOLUME + or VOLUME – buttons to increase or
•Press and hold TUNING/SKIP or TUNING/SKIP for
3 Press the
(power on/off) button to turn on your radio.
band.
the back of your radio and move it around to improve
reception.
-OR-
reception.
radio to a lower or higher frequency.
decrease the volume. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level.
more than one second to scan to a higher or lower frequency.
The radio automatically scans to the next station.
(power on/off) button to turn off your radio.
Using radio station presets
Your radio can store 10 AM and 10 FM station presets.
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to tune the
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To store radio station presets:
1 Press the
2 Remove a docked iPod, if necessary.
3 Press the SOURCE button repeatedly to select the AM or FM band.
4 Press TUNING/SKIP or TUNING/SKIP to tune the radio to a
desired station.
5 Press the MEMORY button.
6 Press the PRESET button repeatedly to select the desired preset
number.
7 Press the MEMORY button again to store the preset number for the
station.
8 Repeat steps 3 to 6 to store as many as 10 AM presets and 10 FM
presets.
(power on/off) button to turn on your radio.
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Recalling radio station presets
To recall radio station presets:
1 Press the
2 Remove a docked iPod, if necessary.
3 Press the SOURCE button repeatedly to select the AM or FM band.
4 Press the PRESET button repeatedly to select the preset station you
want.
(power on/off) button to turn on your radio.
Listening to an external sound source
You can listen to an external sound source, such as a CD, MD, or
non-docking iPod®, on your radio.
To listen to an external sound source:
1 Make sure that your radio is turned off.
2 Connect the external sound source to the AUX IN jack on the back of
your radio using a stereo mini plug cord (not supplied).
3 Press the
4 Remove a docked iPod, if necessary.
5 Press the SOURCE button repeatedly until “AUX” appears on the
display.
6 Start playback on the external sound source, then adjust the volume
to a comfortable level. Control playback on the external audio device.
(power on/off) button to turn on your radio.
Listening to your iPod
To listen to your iPod:
1 Insert your iPod into the dock on the front of your radio. The radio will
automatically turn on. If you dock an iPod that is playing, you will hear
the music through your radio.
2 When the iPod is docked and in standby mode, press the PLAY/PAUSE
button on the radio to play it. The iPod icon will appear on the radio
LCD display, showing iPod mode.
•Press the PLAY/PAUSE
again to resume play.
•Press the VOLUME + or - button on the radio to adjust the
volume.
Note
If the music is playing too softly, the radio may not detect the
iPod. If that happens, press PLAY/PAUSE twice to begin
playback.
button again to pause play. Press it
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•Press TUNING/SKIP or TUNING/SKIP to go to the
next or previous track. Press and hold while track is playing for
high speed forward or reverse music search of the current track.
3 To turn off the unit, press the (power on/off ) button. The iPod will
continue charging while in the dock.
Troubleshooting
ProblemCause/Solution
Insignia NS-B3113B Radio with Universal iPod® Dock
No power• Make sure that the AC power cord is fully inserted into the AC power outlet.
No sound from the
speakers
Static or noise when
playing the radio
The radio gets warm
after extended play
The sound is distorted• Make sure that the volume level is not set too high.
Your iPod does not
dock correctly
Your iPod does not
respond to the radio
Your iPod does not
charge
No sound from an
external sound source
• Make sure that the AC power outlet is working.
• Make sure that the volume level is set correctly.
• Make sure that you have selected the correct mode.
• Make sure that the volume level is set correctly on the external sound source or iPod.
• Make sure that the station is tuned correctly and that the station has a good signal.
• Try another station.
• If you are playing an AM station, rotate the radio to improve the reception.
• If you are playing an FM station, extend the antenna wire to improve the reception.
• This is normal.
• Make sure that the material on the sound source is not distorted. Try a different external
sound source.
• You are trying to install the iPod incorrectly. Remove the iPod from the dock and check for
an obstruction, then try to reseat it.
• The iPod is not docked correctly. Remove it, then try reseating it.
• Your iPod software is outdated. Update your iPod software on http://www.apple.com/ipod/
download.
• Your iPod is locked up. Make sure your iPod is working correctly before installing it in the
radio. Refer to your iPod manual for details.
• You are using a first or second generation iPod. The radio cannot control these devices.
• The iPod is not docked correctly. Remove it, then try reseating it.
• Your iPod is locked up. Make sure your iPod is working correctly before installing it in the
radio. Refer to your iPod manual for details.
• Make sure the external device is connected correctly and the radio is in AUX mode.
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Maintaining
Cleaning your radio
To clean your radio, follow these guidelines:
•Use a dry, soft, clean cloth to clean the exterior of your radio.
Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Power requirementAC: 120V, 60 Hz
DC: 6 V “C” cell batteries x 4
Power consumption18 Watts
Dimensions12.2 x 7.08 x 4.2 inches (310 x 180 x 107 mm)
Tuning rangeAM: 530-1710 KHz
FM: 87.5 - 107.9 MHz
Speakers2 Watts per channel
4 ohms impedance
AUX input sensitivity500 mV
Legal notices
FCC Part 15
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product 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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply within 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 technician for help.
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FCC warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
with the FCC Rules could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
ICES-003 Class B Notice
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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90-day limited warranty
Insignia Products (“Insignia”) warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new NS-B3113B
(“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original manufacture of the
material or workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of your purchase of the
Product (“Warranty Period”). This Product must be purchased from an authorized dealer of
Insignia brand products and packaged with this warranty statement. This warranty does not
cover refurbished Product. If you notify Insignia during the Warranty Period of a defect
covered by this warranty that requires service, terms of this warranty apply.
How long does the coverage last?
The Warranty Period lasts for 90 days from the date you purchased the Product. The
purchase date is printed on the receipt you received with the Product.
What does this warranty cover?
During the Warranty Period, if the original manufacture of the material or workmanship of
the Product is determined to be defective by an authorized Insignia repair center or store
personnel, Insignia will (at its sole option): (1) repair the Product with new or rebuilt parts; or
(2) replace the Product at no charge with new or rebuilt comparable products or parts.
Products and parts replaced under this warranty become the property of Insignia and are
not returned to you. If service of Products or parts are required after the Warranty Period
expires, you must pay all labor and parts charges. This warranty lasts as long as you own your
Insignia Product during the Warranty Period. Warranty coverage terminates if you sell or
otherwise transfer the Product.
How to obtain warranty service?
If you purchased the Product at a retail store location, take your original receipt and the
Product to the store you purchased it from. Make sure that you place the Product in its
original packaging or packaging that provides the same amount of protection as the original
packaging. If you purchased the Product from an online web site, mail your original receipt
and the Product to the address listed on the web site. Make sure that you put the Product in
its original packaging or packaging that provides the same amount of protection as the
original packaging.
To obtain in-home warranty service for a television with a screen 30 inches or larger, call
1-888-BESTBUY. Call agents will diagnose and correct the issue over the phone or will have
an Insignia-approved repair person dispatched to your home.
Where is the warranty valid?
This warranty is valid only to the original purchaser of the product in the United States,
Canada, and Mexico.
What does the warranty not cover?
This warranty does not cover:
• Customer instruction
• Installation
•Set up adjustments
•Cosmetic damage
• Damage due to acts of God, such as lightning strikes
• Accident
• Misuse
•Abuse
•Negligence
• Commercial use
• Modification of any part of the Product, including the antenna
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• Plasma display panel damaged by static (non-moving) images applied for lengthy
periods (burn-in).
This warranty also does not cover:
• Damage due to incorrect operation or maintenance
• Connection to an incorrect voltage supply
• Attempted repair by anyone other than a facility authorized by Insignia to service the
Product
• Products sold as is or with all faults
• Consumables, such as fuses or batteries
• Products where the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed
REPAIR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
INSIGNIA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR
THE BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, LOST DATA, LOSS OF USE OF YOUR PRODUCT, LOST BUSINESS OR LOST
PROFITS. INSIGNIA PRODUCTS MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO
THE PRODUCT, ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF AND CONDITIONS OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THE WARRANTY PERIOD. SOME STATES, PROVINCES AND
JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY
LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU
SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.
Contact Insignia:
For customer service please call 1-877-467-4289
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