Polk audio MIDOCK STUDIO User Manual

Introduction

The

miDock

™

STUDIO

is a portable audio system designed
specifically for iPod and other MP3 players and can be
powered by an AC adapter or batteries. Your

miDock

STUDIO

also charges the battery for your iPod when it is docked
and the AC power adapter is plugged in. The following
information will help you get the most from your

miDock

STUDIO

.

What’s In The Box?

miDock

™

STUDIO

docking system for iPod
dock adapters
remote control
12V, wall-mounted power supply for AC operation
(includes four plug adapters)

Setting Up Your

miDock

™

STUDIO

AC & Battery Operation. Plug the power supply into
the 12V DC power input jack located on the back of the

miDock

STUDIO

. Choose the proper plug adapter for your
country and slide the adapter onto the power supply until
it clicks into place. Plug the power supply with adapter
into the wall outlet. To enjoy your favorite music anywhere
anytime, install eight (8) C batteries in the battery compart­ment located on the back of the unit.

You can connect other music sources to your

miDock

STUDIO

auxiliary input jack using a 3.5mm stereo

cable (not supplied).
You can connect headphones (not supplied) to your

miDock

STUDIO

headphone jack for private listening. To keep your

iPod synchronized with iTunes, you can connect your

miDock

STUDIO

to your computer using the USB cable

supplied with your iPod.
Dock Your iPod. With your

miDock

STUDIO

turned off,
place the dock adapter for your iPod into the docking cradle
and then insert your iPod. Dock adapters for newer iPods
are supplied with the iPod itself. Dock adapters for older
iPods are included with the

miDock

STUDIO

(see

miDock

STUDIO

Adapter Guide

). Be sure to use the dock adapter
that matches your iPod to ensure a proper fit and to
prevent connector damage.

For best sound performance, turn off the EQ settings
in your iPod by following the instructions that were
supplied with your iPod.

Remote Control. Before using the remote control for
the first time, pull out the plastic tab from the battery
compartment. To replace the remote control battery
(CR2025), carefully insert a thin object into the battery
release, slide the tab over and hold it. Then slide the
battery compartment open.

Turn It On, Turn It Up! Your

miDock

STUDIO

turns on
automatically when you insert your iPod. To play music,
press play on your iPod or remote control.

Caution—Listen To This!

Set your

miDock

STUDIO

volume at a safe level

before playing music.

iPod and iTunes are trademarks of Apple, Inc.,
registered in the US and other countries.

WARNING: To prevent possible damage to your
iPod, remove it from the docking cradle prior to
transporting your

miDock Studio

.

m Dock

™

STUDIO

User’s Guide

Polk Audio Customer Service 800-377-7655 (Outside US & Canada 410-358-3600) M-F, 9AM-6PM EST, [e-mail] For more info visit www.polkaudio.com

1

2

3

4

power

volume +/-

track/skip
(hold for
fast forward
or rewind)

remote holder

dock adapter

battery

compartment

opener

Apple

connector

aux

headphones

12v DC

Important Safety Instructions—Read Before Operating

This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. There are,
however, some installation and operation precautions which you should be particularly aware of.

1. Read Instructions. All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the system

is operated.

2. Retain Instructions. The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings. All warnings on the appliances and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions. All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning. Unplug the appliance from wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol

cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments. Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they

may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture. Do not use these appliances near water—for example, near a bath tub,

wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8. Accessories. Do not place these appliances on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The

audio/video products may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
products. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer,
or sold with the appliances. Any mounting of the appliances should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use mounting accessories recommended by the manufacturer.

9. Ventilation. Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable

operation of the appliances and to protect them from overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the products on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

10. Power Sources. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated

on the marking labels. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your
appliance dealer or local power company.

11. Grounding or Polarization. This product is equipped with polarized alternating-current line plugs

(plugs having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

12. Power Cord Protection. Power-supply cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked

on or pinched by items placed upon or against it, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliances.

13. Lightning. For added protection for this audio/video product during a lightning storm, or when it is left

unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the an­tenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges.

14. Power Lines. An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power

lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

15. Overloading. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire

or electric shock.

16. Object and Liquid Entry. Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings, as

they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on this audio/video product.

17. Servicing. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

18. Damage Requiring Service. Unplug this product from wall outlets and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those

controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to store the
product to its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—this indicates a need for service.

19. Replacement Parts. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has

used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that the parts have the same characteristics
as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

20. Safety Check. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician
to perform safety checks to determine that the products are in proper operating condition.

21. Carts and Stands. The appliances 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.

22. This product is not intended for use outdoors.

Product Disposal. Certain international, national and/or local laws and/or regulations may apply

regarding the disposal of this product. For further detailed information, please contact the retailer
where you purchased this product or the Polk Audio Importer/Distributor in your country. A listing
of Polk Audio Importer/Distributors can be found on the Polk Audio website www.polkaudio.com
or by contacting Polk Audio at 5601 Metro Drive, Baltimore, Maryland 21215, USA.
Phone: [phone]; in California: 1-800-377-7655.

Limited One Year Warranty

Polk Audio, Inc., warrants to the original retail purchaser only. This warranty will
terminate automatically prior to its stated expiration if the original retail purchaser
sells or transfers the Product to any other party.

Polk Audio, Inc., warrants, to the original retail purchaser only, that this

miDock

STUDIO

will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from
the date of original retail purchase from a Polk Audio Authorized Dealer. To allow Polk
Audio to offer the best possible warranty service, please register your new product
online at: www.polkaudio.com/registration or call Polk customer service 800-377-7655
in the USA within ten (10) days of the date of original purchase. Be sure to keep your
original purchase receipt.

Defective Products must be shipped, together with proof of purchase, prepaid insured
to the Polk Audio Authorized Dealer from whom you purchased the Product, or to the
Factory at: 2550 Britannia Boulevard, Suite A, San Diego, California 92154. Products
must be shipped in the original shipping container or its equivalent; in any case the risk
of loss or damage in transit is to be borne by you. If upon examination at the Factory
or Polk Audio Authorized Dealer it is determined that the unit was defective in materials
or workmanship at any time during this Warranty period, Polk Audio or the Polk Audio
Authorized Dealer will, at its option, repair or replace this Product at no additional
charge, except as set forth.

All replaced parts and Products become the property of Polk Audio. Products replaced
or repaired under this warranty will be returned to you, within a reasonable time,
freight prepaid.

This warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused by accident,
disaster, misuse, abuse, negligence, inadequate packing or shipping procedures,
commercial use, voltage inputs in excess of the rated maximum of the unit, cosmetic
appearance of cabinetry not directly attributable to defect in materials or workmanship,
or service, repair, or modification of the Product which has not been authorized or
approved by Polk Audio. This warranty shall terminate if the Serial number on the
Product has been removed, tampered with or defaced.

This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed Warranties. If this Product is defective
in materials or workmanship as warranted above, your sole remedy shall be repair or
re-placement as provided above. In no event will Polk Audio, Inc. be liable to you for
any incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the
Product, even if Polk Audio, Inc. or a Polk Audio Authorized Dealer has been advised
of the possibility of such damages, or for any claim by any other party. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages, so the above limitation
and exclusion may not apply to you.

All implied warranties on this Product are limited to the duration of this expressed
Warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied Warranty lasts,
so the above limitations may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you also may have other rights which vary from state to state.

This Warranty applies only to Products purchased in Canada, the United States of
America, its possessions, and U.S. and NATO armed forces exchanges and audio clubs.

The Warranty terms and conditions applicable to Products purchased in other
countries are available from the Polk Audio Authorized Distributors in such countries.

Polk Audio Customer Service 800-377-7655 (Outside US & Canada 410-358-3600) M-F, 9AM-6PM EST, [e-mail] For more info visit www.polkaudio.com