KLH KE-8 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODEL: KE-8

A Consumer Guide to Product Safety

PRECAUTIONS

Please carefully read the following:

• When traveling abroad, the local power may be different from the U.S.
standard. Carefully read the rating label located on the power adapter. If
the locally available power is outside of the specified range for the
adapter, plugging the adapter in could result in failure and possibly fire.

• Do not expose this product to temperatures above 95 degrees F (35
degrees C).

• Do not leave the unit in direct sunlight for long periods of time.

• Do not place the unit on or near a heater.

• Do not block air circulation around the unit.

• Protect the unit from dust, moisture and water.

• Clean the unit only with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not use solvents

or other cleaning products.

• There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all repairs to a qualified
repair facility.

• At the end of the useful life of the product, remove batteries before
discarding. Many locales prohibit disposing of electronic devices or
batteries in the trash. Please be responsible, and follow all applicable
local regulations when disposing of this or other electronic devices.

Getting Started

Thank you for purchasing the KE-8 system for your iPod. Designed specifically
to work with your docking iPod, this system provides high quality audio and
performance that brings out the best in your music.

The KE-8 can be powered by the supplied adapter or by four “AA” batteries.
NOTE: When operating on battery power, the KE-8 will NOT charge your iPod.
When operating on adapter power the KE-8 WILL charge docking iPods with the
exception of the “iPod Shuffle and 3

Batteries should be installed in the KE-8 only when portable operation is
anticipated. Batteries should not be left in the KE-8 long term. When batteries
are installed and the adapter is available, the KE-8 will take its power from the
adapter.

The KE-8 uses highly efficient class D amplification and switch mode voltage
regulation for exceptional sound quality and long battery life. At moderate
volume, four fresh “AA” alkaline cells will provide approximately 8 hours of
operation.

Rechargeable “AA” batteries can be used in the KE-8; however, the KE-8 will
NOT charge them. Different battery chemistries have different charging
requirements. Always use the correct charger for the batteries that you have.

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Install or replace the batteries:

• Open the KE-8 by pressing on the friction latch and swinging the speakers
outward. Remove the two battery compartment covers located on the top
of the unit.

• Insert four “AA” cells as shown in the illustration below. Follow the polarity
marks inside the battery area.

• Never mix fresh and used batteries. Always replace all four batteries with
fresh ones.