Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia
product. Your NS-HD01 represents the state of the art in
HD Radio™ design and is designed for reliable and
trouble-free performance.
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Important safety instructions
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 dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
11 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.
12 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.
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13 To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
this device to rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing, and
no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on it.
Additional safety information
•Be careful when you use your radio with the USB
plug pulled out. The sharp USB connection plug
may cause injury.
•Observe local laws regarding using earphones
while driving a motor vehicle. Some locales allow
only one ear to be covered by an earphone. Using
the earphone while walking or jogging on a road or
on a crosswalk can lead to a serious accident.
•Do not leave your radio in temperatures above
104°F (40°C), such as in a sauna or a parked car.
•Using earphones or headphones for an extended
time may cause serious damage to your hearing. If
you are exposed to sound louder than 85dB for
extended time, you may adversely affect your
hearing. The louder the sound is, the more seriously
damaged your hearing may be (an ordinary
conversation is between 50dB to 60dB and road
noise is approximately 80dB )
•You are strongly advised to set the volume level to
medium (the medium level is usually less than 2/3
of the maximum).
•If you hear a ringing in your ear(s), lower the volume
or stop using the earphone or headphones.
•Do not place your radio near magnetic objects.
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Features
•Ten (10) station presets
•3.5 mm output jack
•Full-color screen
•Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Package contents
•HD Radio portable player
•Armband
•Earphone
•USB cable for charging the battery or powering
your radio
•User Guide
•Quick Setup Guide
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Front
#ItemDescription
1Press to tune to the next higher frequency.
2Press to tune to the next lower frequency.
3MPress to access menu options. For more
Press and hold to fast-foward through
frequencies. For more information, see
“Manually tuning to a frequency” on page 25.
Press and hold to fast-reverse through
frequencies. For more information, see
“Manually tuning to a frequency” on page 25.
information, see “Using the menu” on page 29.
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4Press to automatically search for the ne xt lower
5Press for about one second to turn your radio
6PS+Press and release to go to the next higher
7PS–Press and release to go to the next lower preset
8Press to automatically search for the next
radio station. If the search reaches the bottom
of the radio band, your radio goes to the top of
the radio band and continues searching. For
more information, see “Automatically tuning to
a station” on page 21.
on or off. For more information, see “Turning
your radio on or off” on page 18
preset station number.
Press and hold to save the current station to
the displayed preset number.
If you save a station to a preset number that is
already in use, the new station overwrites the
old station. For more information, see “Setting
a preset station” on page 27.
station number.
Press and hold to save the current station to
the displayed preset number.
If you save a station to a preset number that is
already in use, the new station overwrites the
old station. For more information, see “Setting
a preset station” on page 27.
higher radio station. If the search reaches the
top of the radio band, your radio goes to the
bottom of the radio band and continues
searching. For more information, see
“Automatically tuning to a station” on page 21.
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9/EnterIn HD Radio mode, press to switch between the
normal display and guide display. For more
information, see “Viewing the guide in HD
Radio mode” on page 29.
In menu mode, press to confirm selections.
To p
#ItemDescription
Earphone jack Plug the included earphone into this jack.
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Sides
#ItemDescription
1CHARGEConnect the included USB cable into this port
2HOLDPush this control in the direction of the arrow
3RESETIf your radio stops responding to button
and into a USB port on a computer to charge
the built-in battery or to power your radio. For
more information, see “Charging the battery”
on page 12.
to lock the buttons to prevent accidental
button presses.
Push in the opposite direction to unlock the
buttons.
For more information, see “Locking the
buttons” on page 28.
presses, press to reset your radio.
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4–VOL /MUTE + Turn up to increase the volume or down to
decrease the volume.
Press to mute the sound, then press again to
restore the sound.
For more information, see “Adjusting the
volume” on page 19.
LCD information
Analog (FM) radio mode
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1Signal strength
2Radio band
3Preset number
4Hold (lock)
5Battery charge
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6Frequency
7Seek mode
8Volume level
9Sound state (muted or unmuted)
HD Radio mode
1HD logo
2Preset number
3Hold (Lock)
4Battery charge
5Station name
6Channel number
7Seek mode
8Volume level
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9Sound state (muted or unmuted)
10 Frequency
11 Song Title
12 Artist
13 Signal strength
Using your radio
Charging the battery
Your radio has a built-in battery that you charge from a USB
port on a computer.
To charge the battery:
1
Connect the included USB cable to a USB port on a
computer, then connect the other end of the cable to
the CHARGE port on your radio.
2 Turn on t he compute r.
While the battery is charging, the following screen
appears:
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When charging is complete, the following screen
appears:
The display automatically turns off after five minutes.
You can disconnect your radio from the computer.
Note
If you press a button while the battery is
charging, the normal display appears. If
no button is pressed for 30 seconds
(unless you change the LCD Off Time in
the menu), the battery screen reappears.
Using the armband
To use the armband:
1
Slide your HD Radio portable player into the armband
pocket.
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2 Wrap the armband around your upper arm with the
radio facing out.
3 Slide the strap through the loop, then pull the strap to
tighten it.
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Fold the strap back over itself so it sticks to the velcro
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strip and holds the armband in place.
When the armband is securely in place, your radio
controls are easy to access.
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Understanding radio modes
Your radio has three radio modes: Analog (FM), HD Radio,
and RBDS (Radio Broadcast Data System).
Analog (FM) mode
The analog (FM) m ode is the st andard mo de that has b een in
use for many years. The FM radio signal is an analog signal.
When receiving an FM signal, the “FM” icon appears on the
display.
HD Radio mode
The HD Radio mode is the new digital mode for FM. Many
HD Radio stations have several sub-channels called
“multichannels.” When receiving an HD Radio signal, the
“HD” icon and the channel number appear on the display.
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RBDS mode
RBDS (Radio Broadcast Data System) mode provides
additional functionality to FM radio reception by
transmitting encoded analog information with the FM radio
signal. This signal is decoded by an RBDS receiver and can
provide a range of informational features including the
station’s name. The RBDS text is usually centered. When the
text fills the display, it begins scrolling. When receiving an
RBDS signal, the “RBDS” icon appears on the display.
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Turning your radio on or off
To turn your radio on or off:
•Press . Your radio turns on and the following
message appears on the display:
Then one of the following screens appears:
Analog (FM) modeRBDS modeHD Radio mode
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•To turn off your radio, press for about one
second. The following message appears on the
display:
Adjusting the volume
Caution
Listening to your radio with the volume set too loud or
using earphones for extended periods of time can damage
your hearing. You should set the volume level to medium
(the medium level is usually less than 2/3 of the
maximum).
To adjust the volume:
•Turn the –VOL/MUTE+ control to increase the
volume or down to decrease the volume. The
volume indicator in the display increases.
TO
Analog (FM) mode
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HD Radio mode
TO
RBDS mode
Press the –VOL/MUTE+ control to mute the
sound.The volume state indicator changes to the
mute icon.
Analog (FM) modeRBDS modeHD Radio mode
•Press again to restore the sound.
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Automatically tuning to a station
To automatically tune to a station in
analog (FM) mode:
•Press to automatically tune to the next higher
radio station. If the search reaches the top of the
radio band, your radio goes to the bottom of the
band and continues searching.
TO
•Press to automatically tune to the next lower
radio station. If the search reaches the bottom of
the radio band, your radio goes to the top of the
band and continues searching.
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To automatically tune to a station in
HD Radio mode:
•Press to automatically tune to the next higher
HD Radio station.
In ALL SEEK mode, each time you press , your
radio goes to the next higher sub-channel of the
current station. When your radio reaches the
highest sub-channel, it goes to the next higher
station (analog or HD).
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The + after HD3 indicates
at least one higher
sub-channel.
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The absence of a + after
HD5 indicates that 5 is
the highest sub-channel.
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In HD SEEK mode, each time you press , your
radio goes to the next higher sub-channel. When
your radio reaches the highest sub-channel, it goes
to the first sub-channel of the next higher HD Radio
station.
•Press to automatically tune to the next lower HD
Radio station.
In ALL SEEK mode, each time you press , your
radio goes to the next lower sub-channel of the
current station. When your radio reaches the lowest
sub-channel, it goes to the next lower station
(analog or HD).
In HD SEEK mode, each time you press , your
radio goes to the next lower sub-channel. When
your radio reaches the lowest sub-channel, it goes
to the first sub-channel of the next lower HD Radio
station.
The 1+ after HD indicates
your radio is tuned to the
first sub-channel.
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To automatically tune to a radio station in
RBDS mode:
•In ALL SEEK mode, press to automatically tune
to the next higher station.
TO
Or,
In HD SEEK mode, press to automatically tune to
the next higher HD Radio station.
TO
•Press to automatically tune to the next lower
radio station. If the search reaches the bottom of
the radio band, your radio goes to the top of the
band and continues searching.
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Manually tuning to a frequency
When you manually tune, your radio goes to the next or
previous frequency regardless of whether a station is
broadcasting on the frequency.
To manually tune to a frequency in
analog (FM) mode or RBDS mode:
•Press for less than one second. Your radio goes to
the next higher frequency. Each press of the button
changes the frequency by 0.2 MHz.
TO
Analog (FM) mode
TO
RBDS mode
•Press for less than one second. Your radio goes to
the next lower frequency. Each press of the button
changes the frequency by 0.2 MHz.
•Press and hold or to fast-forward or
fast-reverse through frequencies.
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To manually tune to a frequency in HD Radio
mode:
•Press for less than one second. Your radio goes
to the next higher sub-channel for the current
station. When your radio reaches the highest
sub-channel, it goes to the the next higher
frequency.
The + after HD3 indicates at
least one higher
sub-channel.
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The absence of a + after HD5
indica tes that 5 is the highest
sub-channel.
•Press for less than one second. Your radio goes
to the lower higher sub-channel for the current
station. When your radio reaches the lowest
sub-channel, it goes to the the next lower
frequency.
•Press and hold or to fast-forward or
fast-reverse through sub-channels and frequencies.
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Setting a preset station
To set a preset station:
Tune to the station you want to make a preset.
1
2 Press and hold PS+ or PS–. The preset number blinks.
Analog (FM) mode
HD Radio modeRBDS mode
3 Press PS+ or PS– to increase or decrease the preset
number.
Analog (FM) mode
HD Radio modeRBDS mode
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4 When you find the preset number you want to use, press
and hold PS+ or PS–. Preset Saved appears on the
display and the station information is stored with the
preset number.
Analog (FM) modeHD Radio modeRBDS mode
5 To tune to a preset station, press PS+ or PS– .
Locking the buttons
You can lock the buttons on your radio to prevent accidental
button presses.
To lock the buttons:
•Push HOLD in the direction of the arrow to lock the
buttons to prevent accidental button presses. When
the buttons are locked, a lock icon appears on the
display.
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•Push HOLD in the opposite direction to unlock the
buttons. The lock icon disappears from the display.
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Viewing the guide in HD Radio mode
To view the guide in HD Radio mode:
When tuned to an HD R adio station, press /Enter. The
1
guide opens.
2 Press /Enter again to close the guide and return to
the normal display.
Using the menu
Your radio has a menu that lets you adjust radio options.
To use the menu:
Press M. The menu opens.
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2 Press or to highlight an option, then press
/Enter. You can select:
•LCD Control—Lets you adjust the LCD
contrast or set the LCD Off Time.
•Seek Mode—Lets you select the seek mode.
•Version —Lets you view the MAIN and
MODULE (DSP) software version numbers.
•Factory Defaults—Lets you reset all settings
to the factory defaults.
3 Press or to adjust the option, then press
/Enter.
4 Press M to close the menu.
Adjusting the contrast
To adjust the contrast:
Press M to open the menu.
1
2 Press or to highlight LCD Control, then press
/Enter.
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Press or to highlight Contrast, then press
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/Enter.
4 Press or to adjust the contrast, then press
/Enter to save the setting.
5 Press M to close the menu.
Selecting the LCD time off mode
To select the LCD time off mode:
Press M to open the menu.
1
2 Press or to highlight LCD Control, then press
/Enter.
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3 Press or to highlight LCD Off Time, then press
/Enter.
4 Press or to highlight 10, 20, 30, 45, 60, ON
(always on), then press /Enter.
5 Press M to close the menu.
Note
We do not recommended setting the LCD to
ON because LCD life is shortened.
Setting the seek mode
To set the seek mode:
Press M to open the menu.
1
2 Press or to highlight Seek Mode, then press
/Enter.
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Press or to highlight ALL or HD, then press
3
/Enter. If you select ALL, your radio searches
through all stations when you tune to frequencies or
stations. If you select HD, your radio only searches
through HD Radio stations when you tune to
frequencies or stations.
4 Press M to close the menu.
Viewing software version numbers
To view the software version numbers:
1
Press M to open the menu.
2 Press or to highlight Version, then press
/Enter.
3 Press M to close the menu.
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Resetting options to factory defaults
To reset options to factory defaults:
Press M to open the menu.
1
2 Press or to highlight Factory Default, then press
/Enter.
3 Press or to select YES or NO, then press
/Enter.
4 Press M to close the menu.
Troubleshooting
Do not try to repair your radio yourself. Refer all servicing to
qualified repair personnel.
SymptomsPossible causes and solutions
The radio does not
turn on
Battery is dead. Recharge the battery. For
more information, see “Charging the
battery” on page 12.
There is moisture or condensation in your
radio. Let your radio warm up to room
temperature for 60 minutes, then try
again.
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SymptomsPossible causes and solutions
Poor radio
reception
Intermittent sound The earphone is not connected
No soundThe earphone is not connected. Make
Battery will not
charge
Your radio stops
working
The earphone works as an antenna and is
not connected completely.
Make sure that the earphone is
connected correctly, or pull out the
earphone, then plug it into the jack again.
completely. Make sure that the earphone
is plugged in completely and securely.
sure that the earphone is plugged in
completely and securely.
The volume control may be turned down.
Increase the volume.
Mute is on. Press –VOL/MUTE+ to
restore sound.
The USB cable is not connected to your
radio or a computer. Make sure that the
USB cable is connected to your radio and
a USB port on a computer.
The USB port on the computer may not
be working. Try a different USB port.
The computer connected to your radio is
not turned on. Turn on the computer.
Turn the power off and back on again,
then start over. If powering off and back
on again fails, press the reset button. If
your radio stops working, insert the end
of a bent paper clip into the reset hole on
the side of your radio.
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Checking the battery level
If the battery indicator on the LCD looks like this: , the
battery level is low. Charge the battery by following the
instructions in “Charging the battery” on page 12.
Specifications
Frequency range87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz (200 KHz steps)
Station presetsFM: 10
External
connection
Volume15 levels
DisplayFullcolor (128 × 128 pixels)
Audio output 200mV RMS
Input5V DC 500mA battery 3.7V 750mAh Li-ion
Dimensions
W×H×W
3.5 mm stereo
2.06 × 3.07 × 0.63 inches
(52.4 × 78 × 15.9 mm)
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Legal notices
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 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 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.
FCC warning
Any change or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Canada ICES-003 statement
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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Trademark statement
HD Radio™ Technology Manufactured Under License From iBiquity
Digital Corp. U.S. and Foreign Patents. HD Radio™ and the HD and HD
Radio logos are the proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital
Corporation.
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90-day limited warranty
Insignia Products (“Insignia”) warrants to you, the original purchaser
of this new NS-HD01 (“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 par ts 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.
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To obtain in-home warranty service for a television with a screen 25
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
• 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
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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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