user manual
Portable Speaker
System for iPod
AVC Multimedia,
Markham, Ontario, L3R 1E3
http: //www.1800customersupport.com/RCA
Read these instructions before using your new product for the rst time.
Safety Precautions
This produc t comp lies wit h D HHS RULE 21 SUBCHA PTER J P arts
1040-10 and 1040-11 at date of manufactured.
FCC Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation 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 with the limits for a Class
NOTE:
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 o
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 dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING:
responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
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.
CAUTION: The marking information is located at the bottom of the apparatus.
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THE UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Warnings:
• The AC adapter is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily
• Minimum 10 cm (4 inches) distances around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation.
• Do not use the unit in places that are extremely hot, cold, dusty or humid.
• Do not restrict the airflow of the unit by placing it in a place with poor airflow, by
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects
• Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings
• No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus
On Operation
Do not turn up the volume while listening to your iPod with no audio signals or very low level
inputs. If you do so, the speakers may be damaged when the peak level of the sound is played.
Changes or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
operable during intended used. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the
mains completely, the AC adapter should be disconnected from the mains
socket outlet completely.
covering it with a cloth, or by placing it on carpeting.
filled with liquids,such as vases, shall be placed on apparatus.
with items such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
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On Use
Use the unit in moderate climates. Never use the unit where it would be subject to:
- Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts.
- Direct sunlight.
- Excessive dust.
- Moisture or rain.
- Mechanical vibration or shock.
- Uneven surface.
• Do not place any heavy objects on top of the unit.
• When the unit is used with an AC power adaptor, do not wrap the unit in a cloth,
blanket, etc.. If you do so, the temperature inside and outside the unit may rise
considerably, resulting in malfunctioning of the unit.
• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very
damp room, the moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit. Should this
occur, the unit will not operate. In this case, remove the disc and leave the unit in
a warm place for several hours until the moisture evaporates.
• For the unit to operate at its best, it should not be subject to temperatures below
41°F (5°C) or above 95°F (35°C).
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 a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the 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 ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding - type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong
is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not t 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 from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specied 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.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as the power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has 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.
WARNING:
Should any trouble occur, disconnect the AC power adapter and refer servicing to a
qualied technician.
Power supply
USING THE AC ADAPTER
Using an AC adapter which is not supplied with the unit may damage the unit. The
supplied AC adapter operates on AC 100V-240V~50/60Hz.
To AC outlet
.
To “DC IN 12V” jack
AC adapter
CAUTIONS:
• Before use, ensure the rated voltage of the adapter matches your local voltage.
• The supplied AC adapter is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.
• If you are not going to use the unit for a long time, disconnect the AC adapter from
the wall outlet.
• Whe never the AC adap ter i s plugged in to a wal l outlet, electric ity is runn ing
through the unit, even it is in standby mode.
BATTERY POWER
Open the battery door at the bottom of the unit and
insert six "1.5V UM-2/C size" batteries into the battery
compartment. Be sure that the batteries are inserted
correctly to avoid damage to the unit.
• In order to conserve Battery, during battery operation,
iPod will not be charged.
WARNINGS:
• Danger of explosion if batteries are incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
• Be sure to install the batteries before unplugging the AC adaptor.
• When the unit is going to be left unplugged for a long time, remove the batteries to
avoid undue battery discharge and unit damage from battery leakage.
• Do not dispose of battery in a re; battery may explode or leak.
• Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix ALKALINE, standard (CARBON-ZINC) or
rechargeable (NICKEL-CADMIUM) batteries.
WHEN TO REPLACE THE BATTERIES
To check the batteries' condition, If the playback is abnormal, replace the batteries with
new ones.
CAUTION:
local rules or laws governing the disposal of these bateries must be strictly followed.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and
Unit controls
Front view
1. Left speaker
2. iPod dock
3. Remote sensor
4. STANDBY indicator
5. STANDBY/ON / button
6. PLAY/PAUSE button
7. / buttons
Rear view
8. VOLUME +/- buttons
9. Right speaker
10. DC IN jack
11. AUX IN jack
12. Earphone jack
13. Subwoofer
Remote controls
1/5. VOLUME +/- buttons
2/4. / buttons
3. STANDBY/ON / button
6. PLAY/PAUSE button
Using the Remote Control Correctly
• Point the remote control at the REMOTE SENSOR located on the unit.
• Whe n the re is a st rong ambient ligh t sou rce, the p erformanc e of the inf rared
REMOTE SENSOR may be degraded, causing unreliable operation.
• The recommended maximum eective distance for remote operation is about 16 feet
(5 meters).
ATTENTION
Remove the protective plastic tab
before operating the remote control.
Battery Replacement
When the battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the remote control is greatly
reduced and you will need to replace it.
Note: If the remote control is not going to be used for a long time, remove the battery
to avoid damage caused by battery leakage corrosion.
WARNINGS:
• Do not dispose of battery in re; battery may explode or leak.
• Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
• Danger of explosion would be resulted if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type of battery.
CAUTION:
local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be strictly followed.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and
To Change Battery
1. Open the battery door.
2. Insert one CR2025 (3V) size battery.
Listening to your iPod
Compatible iPod types
• iPod nano (1st generation) 1GB, 2GB, 4GB
• iPod nano (2nd generation) 2GB, 4GB, 8GB
• iPod nano 3rd generation (video) 4GB, 8GB
• iPod mini 4GB, 6GB
• iPod 5th generation (video) 30GB, 60GB, 80GB
• iPod classic 80GB, 160GB
• iPod touch 8GB, 16GB,32GB
Installing the iPod Dock Adaptor
1. Before connecting your iPod, you need to install the
appropriate iPod Dock Adapter(supplied with the
iPod or sold separately) in the dock of the unit.
2. Insert your iPod Dock Adapter into the dock until it
sits rmly in place.
Removing the
1. Remove the iPod Dock Adapter as illustrated in the
gure to the right.
2. Replace it with another one you need.
Inserting Your iPod
1. Ensure the appropriate iPod Docking Adapter is
installed.
2. Insert your iPod into the connector in the dock.
Start playback
1. Press the STANDBY/ON
2. Press the PLAY/PAUSE
Note:
Notes:
• Under AC power supply, the iPod will be charged automatically.
• Under battery operation, the iPod will not be charged.
Pausing Playback
• Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
• To resume playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button again.
Skipping to a Another Track
• Press the button to skip to the beginning of the current track or sk ip to previous
track. Press the button to skip to the beginning of the next track.
Locating a Particular Point on a Track
• Keep either the or button pressed during playback, according to the desired
direction, and release at the desired point.
Note:
iPod Dock Adaptor
/ button to turn on the unit.
button to start playing.
When you are listening to iPod, please disconnect all other audio devices.
Please refer to the user's guide that was included with your iPod for more details.
More information
Troubleshooting tips
System doesn’t turn on
• Unplug the unit for a moment,
and then plug it back in.
• Check the outlet by plugging in
another device.
No sound
• Adjust volume setting.
• Mak e sure you’ve selec ted the
correct function.
iPod does not start play
• Make sure the iPod is properly
co nn ec te d t o th e univ er sa l
dock for iPod.
ESD Remark:
I n ca se o f mi sf un ct ion d ue t o
elec trostatic discha rge just reset
t he pro du ct ( di s co nn ec t an d
reconnect of the power source may
be r equ ired ) to re sum e nor ma l
operation.
Cleaning the exterior
• D isc onnec t t he syste m f rom AC
power before cleaning the exterior
of the unit with a soft dust cloth.
• Clean the exterior with a soft clean
cloth or slightly moistened chamois
leather. DO NOT use solvents as it
may cause damage to the unit.
The descri ptions and charact eristic s in this
owner’s manual are for the purpose of general
re fe ren ce on ly an d not a s a g ua ran tee .
In or der to prov ide yo u wi th the hi ghes t
qu ali ty pr odu ct , w e may ma ke ch ang es
or modif icati ons witho ut pr ior notice . The
English version serves as th e final reference
on all product and operational details should
any discrepancies arise in other languages.
Specications
DC: 12V EXTERNAL DC SUPPLY
BATTERY SUPPLY: 1.5Vx6 “C” SIZE/UM-2/LR14/MN1400
Design and specications are subject to change without notice.
Volume adjustment
TO ADJUST THE VOLUME
Adjust the VOLUME control to obtain the desired volume.
FOR PERSONAL LISTENING
Connect headphones ( Ø3.5mm stereo mini plug) to the PHONES jack. Adjust the
VOLUME control to obtain the desired volume.
When headphones are connected, the speakers are automatically disconnected.
AUX IN connection
Connecting to AUX IN for other sound sources
You can connect audio devices such as your iPod, CD players or MP3 players to the unit
through the AUX IN jack. Use the Line-in cable (not supplied), connect the AUX IN jack
on the back panel to the Line Out or Earphone jack of the other audio devices.
Listening to the Connected Device
Turn on the audio device you have attached to the AUX IN jack.
Printed in China
811-R50391W011