SmartDock
™
Docking Station for iPod®
USER MANUAL
C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S !
Thank you for choosing the iWare™ SmartDock™ from Niles Audio Corporation. With proper
installation and operation, you’ll enjoy years of trouble free use.
The SmartDock is a 30-pin docking station for the iPod® that includes an adjustable slide
to accommodate various iPod sizes. It’s primary function lets the SmartDock act as a
bridge between a receiver, such as an IntelliControl® ICS Modular MultiZone Receiver, and
an adjacent PC. This configuration allows you to sync with iTunes® and instantly switch
back to the receiver without ever having to remove the iPod from the dock. Additionally,
the SmartDock is a stand-alone iPod docking and charging base that enables you to
connect your iPod to a standard stereo system.
Niles manufactures the industry’s most complete line of custom installation components
and accessories for audio/video systems. To see the complete Niles product assortment,
visit us on the Internet at www.nilesaudio.com.
• Allows you to sync with iTunes
without having to disconnect the
iPod from your AV system
• The SmartDock can be powered from a
USB port on an iTunes computer, or a
USB power supply (type-A connector)
• When the SmartDock is in USB mode,
the iPod charges from the USB power
(slow charging)
• When the SmartDock is in receiver/
ICS mode, the iPod charges from
12V power (fast charging)
• Pressing the illuminated light on the
SmartDock repeatedly, toggles the
dock between receiver/IC S mode and
USB/iTunes mode
• When the SmartDock is used with a
3rd-party AV receiver and an iTunes
computer, it is powered from the
computer’s USB connection
• A blue illumination on the switch
indicates receiver/ICS mode
• A green illumination on the Dock
switch indicates iTunes/USB mode
K E Y F E A T U R E S
S m a r t D o c k™ U s e r M a n u a l
S m a r t D o c k™ U s e r M a n u a l
P R O D U C T O V E R V I E W
30 pin iPod Cable Plug
Connect to a 30 pin enabled
receiver or to the optional
iWare Extender System
USB Power
Type B mini to type A standard USB
for connecting to your computer or
the included USB power supply
Stereo Mini to Stereo RCA Plug
Connect to the line level stereo
input on your receiver or to a pair
of self powered speakers
30 Pin iPod® Connector
LED/Toggle Switch
Indicates current connection mode.
Push to toggle between iTunes®/USB
and receiver/ICS mode
Package Contents
• Docking Station
• AC to USB power supply
• 2 m 30 pin to 30 pin iPod connection cable
• 2 m type B mini to type A standard USB connec tion cable
• 2 m 3.5 mm stere o mini to stereo RCA connection cable
Specifications
• Power: 12V DC @ 0-1.25A
• Dimensions:
4" W x 1.7" H x 3.7" D
• 2-year Limited Warrant y
Adjustable iPod Support
Slide back and forth to support
various iPod sizes
S M A R T D O C K C O N N E C T I O N D I A G R A M
S m a r t D o c k™ U s e r M a n u a l
Computer
Stereo System or
Computer Speakers
SmartDock
iPod
®
Home Entertainment System
(must have 30 pin connector)
Power
Supply
Speakers
iWARE ES1 Extender System (sold seperately)
Extend your iPod connection
to anywhere in your home
Dual run of CAT-5 cables
or
or
Important
The Line-level stereo mini jack on the SmartDock should not be used in conjunction with the 30-pin
output. These two outputs should be regarded as “either-or”. To use both at once invites noise and
hum on the audio.
To view videos from the video iPod + iWare Dock and Extender in an IntelliControl® ICS system:
Connect a video monitor to the composite video output on the IM-iPod card; press the iWare dock
mode button to put it into USB mode; manually select the video using the iPod’s click wheel.
Note: It is not possible to select video clips from video iPod using the IntelliControl ICS
(videos don’t show on the song menus).
S m a r t D o c k™ U s e r M a n u a l
U S I N G Y O U R S M A R T D O C K
™
WITH A HOME ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM: Using the 30-pin cable provided, connect the iWare
SmartDock to an IM-iPod-equipped IntelliControl® ICS system, or other 30-Pin enabled home
entertainment system. Insert an iPod® that has a 30-pin connector into the SmartDock. Upon
doing so a blue LED will illuminate indicating the iPod is properly seated on the connector and the
SmartDock is in Stereo connection mode. Your SmartDock should default to this mode. If for some
reason the LED is green which indicates iTunes mode, press the LED to change it to the proper
mode. You should also adjust the slide on the rear top of the dock to support the back of the iPod.
Power to the SmartDock and iPod is supplied by the connected stereo system.
If you wish to locate the iPod more than 2 meters away from the system you may use the iWare
ES-1 Extender System (sold separately) with two CAT5 cables to extend the connection range
up to 100 meters. Please see the manual of that device for operation instructions.
Note: In some configurations, when using the ES1 Extender System in conjunction with the
SmartDock docking station, it may be necessary to have both the SmartDock and the ES1 Extender
System’s power supplies plugged in to operate the system.
WITH A COMPUTER RUNNING iTUNES: Your SmartDock is equipped with a mini USB jack to enable
connection to an iTunes computer. Use the supplied USB cable with a type “B” mini connection on
one end and a type “A” standard on the other to connect the SmartDock to the computer. While
still connected to the stereo system press the LED on the SmartDock and it will change to green.
This indicates that the dock and iPod are now in the iTunes sync mode. Perform your sync following
Apple’s instructions. Once complete, press the LED and it will change back to blue, ready to work
with your stereo system again.
WITH A STANDARD STEREO SYSTEM OR POWERED SPEAKERS: If you do not own a 30-pin enabled
iPod home entertainment system you may still use the SmartDock. Use the supplied 3.5mm stereo
mini jack to stereo RCA cable to connect the iPod to an unused line level input on your stereo system.
In addition, the output may also be connected to a pair of powered speakers. To supply charging
power to the dock use the supplied USB cable and power supply and be sure the LED is green.
S m a r t D o c k™ U s e r M a n u a l S m a r t D o c k
L I M I T E D W A R R A N T Y
Niles Audio Corporation (“NILES”) warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free of
manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from date of purchase.
This Warranty is subject to the following additional conditions and limitations. The Warranty is void
and inapplicable if NILES deems that the product has been used or handled other than in accordance
with the instructions provided by the manufacturer, including but not limited to damage caused by
accident, mishandling, improper installation, abuse, negligence, or normal wear and tear, or any defect
caused by repair to the product by anyone other than NILES or an authorized NILES dealer.
To obtain warranty service, take the unit to the nearest authorized NILES dealer, who will test the
product and if necessary, forward it to NILES for service. If there are no authorized NILES dealers
in your area, you must write to NILES and include your name, address, model and serial number
of your unit, along with a brief description of the problem. A factory Return Authorization Number
will be sent to you. Do not return any unit without first receiving written authorization and shipping
instructions from NILES.
If the above conditions are met, the purchaser’s sole remedy shall be to return the product to
NILES, in which case NILES will repair or replace, at its sole option, the defective product without
charge for parts or labor. NILES will return a unit repaired or replaced under warranty by shipping
same by its usual shipping method from the factory (only) at its expense within the United States
of America. There are no other warranties, including without limitation, either express or implied
warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, with respect to the product.
Repair or replacement as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedy of the consumer/
purchaser. NILES shall not be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages except to the
extent provided (or prohibited) by applicable law.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, 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.
For the name of your nearest authorized NILES dealer contact:
NILES AUDIO CORPORATION, P.O. BOX 160818
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33116-0818.
Please fill in your product information and retain for your records.
Model ______________________ Serial No. ______________________ Purchase Date _________
™
U s e r M a n u a l
Age:
❍
Under 25
❍
25-34
❍
35-44
❍
45-54
❍
55 & over
Income:
❍
Under $24,999
❍
$25,000-$44,999
❍
$45,000-$74,999
❍
$75,000-$99,999
❍
$99,999-$129,999
❍
Over $130,000
Occupation:
❍
Arts/Entertainment
❍
Business Owner
❍
Engineer
❍
Finance/Accounting
❍
General Office
❍
Management
❍
Professional
❍
Sales/Marketing
❍
Student
❍
Tradesperson
Musical tastes:
(Please check all
that apply)
❍
Alternative
❍
Classical
❍
Country
❍
Jazz
❍
New Age
❍
Popular
❍
R&B
❍
Rock
❍
Other ___________
How did you hear
about Niles?
❍
Architect/Developer
❍
Custom Installer
❍
Direct Mail
❍
Friend/Family
❍
In-Store Display
❍
Interior Designer
❍
Magazine Ad
❍
Mail-Order Catalog
❍
Newspaper Ad
❍
Product Brochure
❍
Product Review
❍
Retail Salesperson
❍
E-Tailer
What magazines
do you read?
1. ________________
2. ________________
3. ________________
Who will install
the product?
❍
Custom Installer
❍
Electrician
❍
Friend
❍
Myself
❍
Builder
Which factor(s) influenced the purchase
of your Niles product?
(Please check
all that apply)
❍
Ease of Use
❍
Price/Value
❍
Product Features
❍
Quality/Durability
❍
Reputation/Brand
❍
Style/Appearance
❍
Warranty
Do you . . . ?
❍
Own a House. If
yes, how many
square feet?
❍
Own a Town House/
Condominium/Co-op
❍
Rent an Apartment
❍
Rent a House
Are you interested in
receiving literature on
other Niles products?
❍
Yes ❍ No
Are there products/
capabilities that you
would like to see
introduced?
Please take a moment to fill out our warranty registration card. The information helps us to get to
know you better and develop the products you want
Model Purchased _____________________________ Serial Number _________________________
Date Purchased __________ Dealer Name and Location ___________________________________
❍
Dr.
❍
Miss
❍
Mr.
❍
Mrs.
❍
Ms.
Name ________________________________ Address ____________________________________
City ___________________________State _______ Zip __________ Tel ( ) ______________
DETACH HERE AND RETURN TO: NILES AUDIO CORPORATION WARRANTY REGISTRATION DEPT. P.O. BOX 160818 MIAMI, FLORIDA 33116-0818
www.nilesaudio.com
C U S T O M E R S E R V I C E A N D
T E C H N I C A L S U P P O R T
©2007 Niles Audio Corporation 12331 S.W. 130 Street, Miami, FL 33186. All rights reserved. Niles and the Niles logos
are registered trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation. iWARE and SmartDock are trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Niles reserves the right to change specifications,
descriptions and prices without notice. The technical and other information contained herein is not intended to set
forth all technical and other specifications. Designed and engineered in the USA. DS00515B
B Y P H O N E ( I N U S A )
1 - 8 0 0 - B U Y - H I F I ( 2 8 9 - 4 4 3 4 )
B Y P H O N E ( O U T S I D E U S A )
1 - 3 0 5 - 2 3 8 - 4 3 7 3
C U S T O M E R S E R V I C E H O U R S
8 : 0 0 A M t o 5 : 3 0 P M E T
T E C H N I C A L S U P P O R T H O U R S
8 : 0 0 A M t o 7 : 0 0 P M E T
O N T H E W E B
w w w . n i l e s a u d i o . c o m
E M A I L T E C H N I C A L S U P P O R T
t e c h s u p p o r t @ n i l e s a u d i o . c o m
E M A I L F O R P R O D U C T S U G G E S T I O N S
p r o d u c t s u g g e s t i o n s @ n i l e s a u d i o . c o m
Loading...