Sharp DK-A10P bk User Manual

MUSIC SYSTEM FOR iPhone™

MODEL

DK-A10P
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Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product.
To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this
manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.

OPERATION MANUAL

iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.

iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.

Accessories

Please confirm that only the following accessories are included.

Remote control 1

RRMCGA110AWSA (DK-A10P)

RRMCGA111AWSA (DK-A10P (BK))

AC power cord 1

QACCD0025AW09 (DK-A10P)

QACCD0025AWZZ (DK-A10P (BK))

iPod adaptor 8
UACRTA008AW01

AM loop antenna 1

(QANTL0010AWZZ)

iPhone adaptor

GCOVAA196AWSA (DK-A10P)

GCOVAA196AWSB (DK-A10P (BK))

FM antenna 1
QANTW0004AW09 (DK-A10P)
92LFANT1535A (DK-A10P (BK))

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NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class 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 off 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 different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING

FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications
to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void
the user's authority to operate this equipment.

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FOR YOUR RECORDS

For your assistance in reporting this unit in case of loss or theft,
please record below the model number and serial number which
are located on the rear of the unit.
Please retain this information.

Model number .......................................................

Serial number .......................................................

Date of purchase .......................................................

Place of purchase .......................................................

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SPECIAL NOTES

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVIC­ING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Explanation of Graphical Symbols:

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s en­closure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to per­sons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and main­tenance (servicing) instructions in the lit­erature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR

Important Instruction

MOISTURE.

This product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
“Caution: Use of any controls, adjustments or procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous

radiation exposure.”

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code that

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provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of
cable entry as practical.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also
cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled.
This product has been engineered and manufactured with the
highest priority on safety. However, improper use can result in
electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please
observe the following instructions when installing, operating and
cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service
life of this product, please read the following precautions carefully
before use.

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) 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 are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit 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 specified by the manufacturer.

12) 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.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.

14) 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.

Additional Safety Information

15) Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are
not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your
product dealer or local power company. For product intended
to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.

16) Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.

17) 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 the product.

Important Instruction

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ANTEN NA LEAD IN WIRE

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

GROUND
CLAMP

Example of antenna gr ounding as per
National Elec trical Code , ANSI/NFP A 70

ANTEN NA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

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

a) When the AC 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 restore the product to its normal
operation,

e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in
any way, and

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 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 product is in proper operating condition.

21) Wall or ceiling mounting - When mounting the product on a wall
or ceiling, be sure to install the product according to the method
recommended by the manufacturer.

22) 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.

23) Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system
is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges. Article810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regards to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.

24) Protective Attachment Plug - The product is equipped with an attachment

plug having overload protection. This is a safety feature. See Instruction
Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If replacement
of the plug is required, be sure the service technician has used a replace­ ment plug specified by the manufacturer that has the same overload
protection as the original plug.

25) Stand - Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or

table. Placing the product on an unstable base can cause the product to
fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product.
Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the
manufacturer or sold with the product. When mounting the product on a
wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer's intructions. Use only the mounting
hardware recommended by the manufacturer.

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Contents

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ENERGY STAR® Program Information

Products that have earned
the ENERGY STAR
designed to protect the
environment through
superior energy efficiency.

To comply with the ENERGY STAR® standards mentioned above,
please cancel the demonstration mode, as described on page 11.

ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.

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Special Note

Supply of this product does not convey a license nor imply any right
to distribute content created with this product in revenue-generating
broadcast systems (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or other distribu­tion channels), revenue-generating streaming applications (via Inter­net, intranets and/or other networks), other revenue-generating
content distribution systems (pay-audio or audio-on-demand appli­cations and the like) or on revenue-generating physical media (com­pact discs, digital versatile discs, semiconductor chips, hard drives,
memory cards and the like). An independent license for such use is
required. For details, please visit http://mp3licensing.com

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer
IIS and Thomson.

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General Information

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 - 9

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Preparation for Use

System connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 11

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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Basic Operation

General control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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iPod and iPhone

Listening to the iPod or iPhone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 - 18

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CD or MP3/WMA disc Playback

Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 - 19

Advanced CD or MP3/WMA disc playback . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 - 21

MP3/WMA folder mode (only for MP3/WMA files) . . . . . . .22 - 23

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Radio

Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 - 25

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Advanced Features

Alarm and sleep operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 - 27

Enhancing your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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References

Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 - 30

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back cover

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Precautions

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General

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Please ensure that the equipment is
positioned in a well-ventilated area and
ensure that there is at least 4" (10 cm) of free
space along the sides, top and back of the
equipment.

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Use the unit on a firm, level surface free from
vibration.

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Keep the unit away from direct sunlight,
strong magnetic fields, excessive dust,
humidity and electronic/electrical
equipment (home computers,
facsimiles, etc.) which generate
electrical noise.

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Do not place anything on top of the unit.

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Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than
140˚F (60˚C) or to extremely low temperatures.

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General Information

If your system does not work properly, disconnect the AC power
cord from the AC outlet. Plug the AC power cord back in, and then
turn on your system.

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In case of an electrical storm, unplug the
unit for safety.

Do not lift the unit by holding left or right side

panel and the iPod dock door, it may

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Do not lift the unit by holding left or right
side panel and the iPod dock door, it may
cause the unit damage or broken.

4" (10 cm)

4" (10 cm)

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Hold the AC power plug by the head when
removing it from the AC outlet, as pulling
the cord can damage internal wires.

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The AC power plug is used as a disconnect
device and shall always remain readily
operable.

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Do not remove the outer cover, as
this may result in electric shock.
Refer internal service to your local
SHARP service facility.

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This unit should only be used within the range of 41˚F - 95˚F
(5˚C - 35˚C).

Warning:

The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit.
Using this product with a higher voltage other than that which is
specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or other type of
accident causing damage. SHARP will not be held responsible for
any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than
that which is specified.

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Volume control

The sound level at a given volume setting depends on speaker
efficiency, location and various other factors. It is advisable to avoid
exposure to high volume levels, which occurs while turning the unit
on with the volume control setting up high, or while continually
listening at high volumes. Excessive sound pressure from earphones
and headphones can cause hearing loss.

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Controls and indicators

678 910

16 17 18 19 20 21

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S/NO.

VM

The model name/serial no.label (*)

Caution label (*)

11 12 14 1513

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Top panel

Reference page

1. iPod Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

2. POWER ON/STAND-BY Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14, 18, 24

3. Clock Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

4. Remote Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

5. Snooze/Dimmer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 26

6. iPod Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

7. CD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

8. Auxiliary Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

9. Tuner Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

10. Alarm Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

11. CD Eject Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

12. Disc Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

13. Alarm Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

14. Alarm ON/OFF Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

15. E Sound/Demo Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 13

16. Play/Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 19

17. Skip Down, Tuner Preset Down Button . . . . . . 14, 17, 19, 25

18. Skip Up, Tuner Preset Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 17, 19, 25

19. Disc Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

20. Volume Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

21. Volume Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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The spec label (*)

The iPod
rating label (*)

(*) Label is located at the bottom of the unit.

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Controls and indicators (continued)

12 78910

General Information

3 4 5 6

11 12

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14

15
16

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Display

1. Alarm Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

2. Sleep Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

3. MP3 Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

4. WMA Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

5. Folder Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

6. CD Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

7. iPod Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

8. Auxiliary Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

9. FM Stereo Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

10. FM Stereo Receiving Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

11. Total Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 23

12. Random Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

13. Summer Time Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

14. Pause Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 19

15. Memory Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

16. Repeat Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

17. Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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Rear panel

1. FM 75 Ohms Antenna Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

2. AM Antenna Ground Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3. Summer Time Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

4. AM Loop Antenna Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

5. Video Out Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

6. Auxiliary Input Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

7. Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

8. AC Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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Reference page

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Remote control

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6

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8

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1. Remote Control Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2. Function Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

3. On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13, 24, 18

4. Volume Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

5. Skip Down, Tuner Preset Down Button . . . . . . 14, 17, 19, 25

6. Folder Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

7. Disc Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

8. Play Mode Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 20

9. Tuning Up and Down, select iPod Menu items Buttons . . 24

10. Memory, iPod Enter Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 25

11. Clock Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

12. Snooze/Dimmer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 26

13. Sleep Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

14. Alarm Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

15. Skip Up, Tuner Preset Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 17, 19, 25

16. Display Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

17. Play/Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 19

18. E Sound/Demo Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 13

19. Clear, iPod Menu Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

20. EQ Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Reference page

Note:

Before using remote control, please remove plastic shield at battery
holder.

Remote
controller

Battery holder

Plastic shield

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AC outlet

(AC 120 V ~ 60 Hz)

To AC input

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System connections

Make sure to unplug the AC power cord before making any
connections.

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Antenna connection

Supplied FM antenna:

Connect the FM antenna wire to the FM 75 OHMS jack and position the
FM antenna wire in the direction where the strongest signal can be
received.

Supplied AM loop antenna:

Connect the AM loop antenna to the AM and GND terminals. Position
the AM loop antenna for optimum reception. Place the AM loop antenna
on a shelf, etc., or attach it to a stand or a wall with screws (not supplied).

Note:

Placing the antenna on the unit or near the AC power cord may cause
noise pickup. Place the antenna away from the unit for better reception.

Installing the AM loop antenna:

< Assembling > < Attaching to the wall >

Preparation for Use

Wall Screws (not supplied)

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Outdoor FM antenna

Use an outdoor FM antenna if you require better reception.
Consult your dealer.

Outdoor FM antenna

Note:

When an outdoor FM antenna is used, disconnect the supplied FM
antenna wire.

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Connecting iPod to TV

iPod with photo and video can be view by connecting to TV/monitor.
If the TV/monitor has a video input, connect it to the VIDEO OUT
jack on the rear of the unit.

Video cable
(not supplied)

To video

input jack

Note:

Please make sure to set iPod unit to either NTSC or PAL to match
your TV signal. Please visit Apple’s home page for further
information.

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AC power connection

After checking all the connections have been made correctly, plug
the AC power cord of this unit into the AC outlet. If you plug in the unit
first, the unit will enter the demonstration mode.

Note:

Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet if the unit will not be in
use for a prolonged period of time.

TV

10

75 ohms
coaxial cable

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Demonstration mode

The first time the unit is plugged in, the unit will enter the
demonstration mode. Lights on the SNOOZE button, subwoofer and
around the disc slot will blink.

To cancel the demonstration mode:

When the unit is in the demonstration mode, press the E SOUND/
DEMO button. The unit will enter the power stand-by mode (low
power consumption mode).

To return to the demonstration mode:

When the unit is in the power stand-by mode, press the
E SOUND/DEMO button again.

Note:

When the power is on, the E SOUND/DEMO button can be used to
select the E SOUND mode.

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Remote control



Battery installation

This product contains a CR Coin Lithium Battery which contains
Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply, California
residents, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

1 While pushing the locking tab toward the center of the

remote control, slide out the battery holder.

2 Remove the old battery from the battery holder, insert the

new battery and then slide the battery holder back into the
remote control.

Battery holder

Preparation for Use

Precaution for battery use:



Battery type

Locking tab

Remove the battery if the unit will not be used for long periods of
time. This will prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.

Back of remote control

Locking tab

Polarity (+) symbol

Positive (+)
side up

Notes concerning use:



Replace the battery if the operating distance is reduced or if the
operation becomes erratic. Purchase “CR 2025”, coin lithium
battery.



Periodically clean the transmitter on the remote control and the
sensor on the unit with a soft cloth.



Exposing the sensor on the unit to strong light may interfere with
operation. Change the lighting or the direction of the unit if this
occurs.



Keep the remote control away from moisture, heat, shock, and
vibrations.



Test of the remote control

Check the remote control after checking all the connections (see
page 10 - 11).
Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the unit.

The remote control can be used within the range shown below:

Press the ON/STAND-BY button. Does the power turn on? Now, you
can enjoy the music.

Remote sensor

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Caution:



Do not use rechargeable battery (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).



Replace only with the same or equivalent type.



Installing the battery incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunction.



Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.



Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed
to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

General control

 To turn the power on

Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. Lights on the
snooze button, subwoofer and around the disc slot will light up.

Note:

iPod dock door will automatically open when the power is on.

After use:

Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode
or demonstration mode.

 Illumination light control

Press the SNOOZE/DIMMER button to adjust the brightness of the
display and illumination light.

IIIumination light and display bright

IIIumination light and display dim

IIIumination light off and display gets dimmer

 Volume auto fade-in

If you turn off and on the main unit with the volume set to 27 or
higher, the volume starts at 16 and fades in to the last set level.

 Volume control

Main unit and remote control operation:

Press the VOL (+ or –) button to increase or decrease the volume.

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 E SOUND control

When the E SOUND/DEMO button is pressed, the current mode set­ting will be displayed. To change the setting, press the E SOUND/
DEMO button repeatedly to toggle ON or OFF. When ON is selected,
the unit will enter the E SOUND mode and adjust low bass and high
frequency automatically according to volume input.

 Equalizer

When the EQ button is pressed, the current mode setting will be
displayed. To change to a different mode, press the EQ button
repeatedly until the desired sound mode appears.

FLAT

ROCK

CLASSICS

POPS

VOCAL

JAZZ

No equalization.

For rock music.

For classical music.

For pop music.

Vocals are enhanced.

For jazz.

 Function

When the FUNCTION button on remote control is pressed, the
current function will change to different mode, press the FUNCTION
button repeatedly to select desired function.

iPod Tuner FM ST Tuner FM mono

AUXCD AM

Note:

The backup function will protect the memorized function mode for a
few days should there be a power failure or the AC power cord
becomes disconnected.

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Setting the clock

In this example, the clock is set for the 12-hour (12:00 AM) display.

1 Press the CLOCK button for more than 2 seconds.
2 Press the or button to select 12-hour or 24-hour

display and then press the CLOCK button.

“12:00 AM”

(12:00 AM - 11:59 PM)

Basic Operation

“0:00 AM”

(0:00 AM - 11:59 PM)

“0:00”

(0:00 - 23:59)

3 Press the or button to adjust the hour and then

press the CLOCK button.

Press the or button once to advance the time by 1 hour.
Hold it down to advance continuously.

The 12-hour display will appear.

The 12-hour display will appear.

The 24-hour display will appear.

4 Press the or button to adjust the minutes and then

press the CLOCK button.

Press the or button once to advance the time by
1 minute. Hold it down to change the time in 5-minutes interval.

To confirm the time display:

[When the unit is in the stand-by mode or demonstration mode.]
Press the CLOCK button to enter the clock function.

[When the power is on]
Press DISPLAY button on the remote control to toggle between the
function information and clock display.

Notes:

 The clock will continue counting for 8 hours should there be a

power failure or the AC power cord becomes disconnected.

 The “CLOCK ADJ” will appear or time will flash to confirm the time

display when the AC power supply is restored after a power failure
or unplugging the unit after 8 hours. If incorrect, readjust the clock
as follows.

To readjust the clock:

Perform “Setting the clock” from step 1 to step 4.

To change the 12-hour or 24-hour display:

1 Clear all the programmed contents. [Refer to “Clearing all the

memory (reset)” on page 30 for details.]

2 Perform “Setting the clock” from step 1.

Summer time:

The Summer Time switch is located on the rear of the unit.
1 Slide the Summer Time switch to +1 to advance

the time 1 hour. indicator will appear.

2 Slide the Summer Time switch to -1 to turn the

clock back 1 hour.

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Listening to the iPod or iPhone

Supported iPod:

 iPod nano (software 1.0 above)
 iPod mini (software 1.2 above)
 5th Generation iPod (software 1.0 above) (Dock connector

equipped Click Wheel model)

 4th Generation iPod (software 3.0.2 above) (Dock connector

equipped Click Wheel model)

 iPod nano 3G (software 1.0.3 above)
 iPod classic (software 1.0.3 above)
 iPod touch (software 1.1 above)
 iPhone (software 1.1 above)

Caution:

 Please update your iPod and iPhone unit to the latest software

version before using it. Please visit Apple’s homepage to
download the latest version for your iPod and iPhone.

Notes:

 Once the iPod and iPhone is connected to the unit it will begin

charging.

 The iPod and iPhone unit can not be charged while the main unit

is in the stand-by mode.

Auto power on function:

When you press any of the following buttons, the unit turns on.
 iPod button (main unit): The unit turns on and the iPod function is

activated.

 / button (main unit and remote control): The unit turns on and

playback of the last function will start (iPod, CD, TUNER, AUX).

 iPod and iPhone adaptor connection

Choose the iPod or iPhone adaptor that fits your iPod or iPhone.
Your iPod or iPhone will fit snuggly into the correct adaptor. If your
iPod is not mentioned below, an iPod adaptor may have been
included with your iPod unit.

The number (3-12)
shows which iPod fits

Adapter

No.

3 iPod mini 4GB & 6GB
4 4G iPod & U2 iPod 20GB
5 4G iPod 40GB
6 iPod photo & Color U2 iPod 20GB & 30GB
7 iPod photo 40GB & 60GB
6 iPod with color display 20GB
7 iPod with color display 60GB
8 iPod nano 2GB & 4GB

9 5G iPod & U2 iPod with video 30GB
10 5G iPod with video 60GB & 80GB
12 iPhone 4GB & 8GB

Notes:

 iPod nano (Second Generation), iPod nano 3G, iPod classic and

iPod touch are not compatible with the original iPod adaptors
listed above. Please use the adaptor supplied with your iPod unit.

 If you have an iPod that does not have an iPod connector, you can

use an audio cable to connect it to the AUX IN jacks.

iPod or iPhone Description Capacity

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 To insert iPod or iPhone adaptor

1. Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. The iPod
terminal door will automatically open when the display is on.

2. Insert the iPod or iPhone adaptor into unit and connect your iPod

or iPhone.

iPod or iPhone

iPod or iPhone（bottom)

Dock connector

iPod and iPhone

iPod adaptor

iPod dock

 To remove iPod or iPhone adaptor

main unit (top)

Hold this tip and pull as direction
shown to remove adaptor.

protective cover

pull up

 iPod or iPhone playback

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. The

iPod terminal door will automatically open when the
display is on.

2 Press the iPod button on the main unit once or FUNCTION

button on remote control repeatedly to select iPod function.

3 Insert iPod or iPhone unit in iPod dock of main unit.

iPod or iPhone

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iPod connector

4 Press the / button to start playback.

 To disconnect iPod or iPhone

Simply remove the iPod or iPhone from the iPod dock. It is safe to do
so even during playback.

 Navigating the iPod or iPhone menus with the

remote control

1 Press the CLEAR button to view the menu on iPod unit.

Press it again to go back to previous menu.

2 Use the TUNING ( or ) button to select an item on the

menu and then press MEMORY button.

Notes:

 When navigating the iPod menus with remote control, do not

operate any of the buttons on the iPod unit.

 The volume level is adjusted by pressing the VOL (+ or –) on the

main unit or the remote control. Adjusting the volume on the iPod
unit gives no effect.

 Watching videos on a TV connected to iPod

1 Select the desired video from iPod unit to be played.
2 Press the / button to start playback.
3 Press the DISPLAY button for more than 2 seconds. The

video will be displayed on TV screen. To return to the iPod
screen, press the DISPLAY button again for more than 2
seconds.

Note:

If the TV Out setting is already turned On at video menu, the video is
automatically displayed on the TV screen when / key is pressed.

iPod operation

The operations described below depend on the generation of iPod
you are using.

iPod dock door operation

 Open

When the main unit is powered on.

 Close

- When turning the main unit to stand-by mode without iPod
iPhone

- When canceling the demonstration mode without iPod

unit docked.

Notes:

1 The iPod dock door remain open when turning the main unit to

2 The iPod dock door remain close when turning to demonstration

System on operation

When the main unit is powered on, the iPod unit will automatically
power on when docked in the unit (including alarm function).

System off (stand-by operation)

When the main unit is turned to stand-by mode, the docked iPod unit
will automatically turn to stand-by mode and iPod dock door will
remain open.

iPod or iPhone playback detection function

Once play button on iPod or iPhone unit is pressed, the unit will
automatically change to iPod function overriding the previous
function selected.

Caution:

 Unplug all accessories for the iPod or iPhone before inserting it

into the iPod dock.

 Stop button ( ) is invalid during iPod function.

unit docked.

demonstration mode or standby mode with iPod or iPhone unit
docked.

mode from stand-by mode.

or

or iPhone

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 Various iPod

Function Main unit Remote

Play Press in the pause mode.

control

Operation

Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA
disc

Pause Press in the playback

Track up/
down

Fast
forward/
reverse

Display ____ iPod back light on.

DISPLAY

Repeat ____ Press to toggle repeat

Shuffle ____ Press and hold down to

CD or MP3/WMA disc Playback

iPod Menu ____ Press to view the iPod

iPod Enter ____ Press to confirm the

iPod
Cursor
Up/Down

____ Press to select the iPod

PLAY

MODE

PLAY
MODE

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mode.

Press in the playback or
pause mode.
If you press the button in
the pause mode, press
the / button to start
the desired track.

Press and hold down in
the playback mode.
Release the button to
resume playback.

mode.

toggle shuffle mode.

menu during iPod
function.

menu selection.

Menu list.

This system can play back a standard CD, CD-R/RW in the CD format
and CD-R/RW with MP3 or WMA files, but cannot record on them.
Some audio CD-R and CD-RW discs may not be playable due to the
state of the disc or the device that was used for recording.

MP3:
MP3 is a form of compression. It is an acronym which stands
for MPEG Audio Layer 3.
MP3 is a type of audio code which is processed by significant
compression from the original audio source with very little loss
in sound quality.

 This system supports MPEG 1 Layer 3, MPEG 2 Layer 3, and

VBR files.

 During VBR file playback, time counter in the display may differ

from its actual playback time.

 Bitrate which is supported by MP3 is 32 ~ 320 kbps.

WMA:
WMA files are Advanced System Format files that include audio
files which are compressed with Windows Media Audio codec.
WMA is developed by Microsoft as an audio format file for
Windows Media Player.

 “MP3” and “WMA” indicator will light up after the unit reads

information on an MP3 or WMA disc.

 Bitrate which is supported by WMA is 64 ~ 160 kbps.

Auto power on function:

When you press any of the following buttons, the unit turns on.
 CD button (main unit): The unit turns on and the CD function is

activated.

 / button (main unit and remote control): The unit turns on and

playback of the last function starts (iPod, CD, TUNER, AUX).

1

Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.

2

Press the CD button.

3

Insert the disc into the disc slot, label side up



The disc must be fully inserted into the disc slot before playing. If

“NO DISC” appears due to improper disc insertion, switch off the
AC power supply and then switch it on again.

5" (12 cm) 3" (8 cm)



Various disc functions

Function Main unit Remote

Play Press in the stop mode.

Stop Press in the playback mode.

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8 cm disc can be inserted without an adaptor.



Due to the structure of the disc information, it takes longer to
read an MP3/WMA disc than a normal CD (approximately 20 to
90 seconds).

[CD] [MP3/WMA]

Total number of
tracks on the disc

4

Press the / button to start playback.



Playback will begin from track 1.



After the last track on the disc is played, the unit will stop automatically.

To remove the disc:
In the stop mode, press the button.

Caution:



Do not play discs of special shapes (heart, octagon, etc). It may cause
malfunctions.



Do not push the disc while it is moving.



If the power fails while the disc is moving, wait until the power is restored.



If TV or radio interference occurs during CD operation, move the unit
away from the TV or radio.

Total playing
time of the disc

Total number
of files

Disc play indicator

Disc Name

Pause Press in the playback mode.

Track up/
Track
down

Fast
forward/
Fast
reverse

Notes for CD or MP3/WMA disc:



When the end of the last track is reached during fast forward, “END”
will appear on the display and CD operation will be paused. When the
beginning of the first track is reached during fast reverse, the unit will
enter the playback mode.



Rewritable multi-session discs with unfinished writing, can still be
played.

Press the / button to
resume playback from the
paused point.

Press in the playback or stop
mode.

If you press the button in the
stop mode, press the /
button to start the desired track.
Press and hold down in stop
mode, the track will up/down
rapidly as figure below.
Example: Current track no.65
Down: 65 –> 64 –> 63 –> 62 –>
61 –> 60 –> 50 –> 40
Up: 65 –> 66 –> 67 –> 68 –> 69
–> 70 –> 80 –> 90
Note: This operation is invalid if
total track is less than 20.

Press and hold down in the
playback mode.

Release the button to
resume playback.

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Advanced CD or MP3/WMA disc playback

 Repeat play

Repeat play can play all tracks on a disc, folder or a programmed
sequence continuously.

To repeat play:

Press the PLAY MODE button on the remote control.

Press the / button.

To cancel repeat play:

Press the PLAY MODE button again.
“ ” will disappear.

CD or MP3/WMA disc Playback

 Random play

The tracks on the disc can be played in random order automatically.

To random play:

Press and hold down the PLAY MODE button on the remote
control.
Press / button.

To cancel random play:

Press and hold down the PLAY MODE button.
“RND” will disappear.

Notes:

 If you press the button during random play, you can move to

the track selected next by the random operation. However, the
button does not allow you to move to the previous track. It will go
to the beginning of the current track instead.

 In random play, the CD player will select and play tracks

automatically. (You cannot select the order of the tracks.)

 Random and repeat play can be used at the same time.

Caution:

After performing repeat play, be sure to press the button.
Otherwise, the disc will play continuously.

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 Programmed play

You can choose up to 32 selections for playback in the order you like.

1 While in the stop mode, press the

MEMORY button to enter the
programming save mode.

2 Press the or button to

select the desired track.

Selected track number

3 Press the MEMORY button to save the track number.

4 Repeat steps 2 - 4 for other tracks. Up to 32 tracks can be

programmed.

If you make a mistake, the programmed tracks can be cleared
by pressing the CLEAR button.

5 Press the button.

The total number in memory will
appear.

6 Press the / button to start playback.

To clear the programmed selections:

Press the CLEAR button on the remote
control while the “MEM” indicator is flashing.

Each time the button is pressed, one track will
be cleared, beginning with the last track
programmed.

To cancel the programmed play mode:

While in the stop mode and the “MEM” indicator is lit, press the
CLEAR button on the remote control. The “MEM” indicator will
disappear and all the programmed contents will be cleared.

Adding tracks to the program:

If a program has been previously stored, the “MEM” indicator will be
displayed. Then follow steps 1 - 6 to add tracks. The new tracks will
be stored after the last track of the original program.

To check which tracks are programmed:

While the unit is stopped in the programmed play mode, press the

or button.

Notes:

 When a disc with programmed tracks is ejected, the program is

automatically canceled.

 Even if you press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the stand-by

mode or change the function from CD to another, the programmed
selections will not be cleared.

 During the program operation, random play is not possible.

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ROOT
(FOLDER 1)

FOLDER A
(FOLDER 2)

FOLDER B
(FOLDER 6)

FILE 7
FILE 8

FILE 1
FILE 2
FILE 3

FILE 4
FILE 5
FILE 6
FOLDER E
(FOLDER 5)

FOLDER C
(FOLDER 3)

FOLDER D
(FOLDER 4)

FILE 9
FILE 10

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MP3/WMA folder mode (only for MP3/WMA files)

To playback MP3/WMA (Windows Media Audio) file

There are many music sites on the internet that you can download
MP3/WMA (Windows Media Audio) music files from. Follow the
instructions from the website on how to download the music files.
You can then playback these downloaded music files by burning
them to a CD-R/RW disc.
 Your downloaded song/files are for personal use only. Any other

usage of the song without owner’s permission, is against the law.

 About folder playback order

If MP3/WMA files are recorded in several folders, a folder number will
be set to each folder automatically.

These folders can be selected by the FOLDER button on the remote
control. If there is no supported file formats inside the selected folder,
the folder is skipped and the next folder will be selected.

Example: How to set folder number if MP3/WMA format files are
recorded as below figure.

1. ROOT folder is set as folder 1.

2. As for folders inside ROOT folder (Folder A and Folder B), the
folder which is recorded earlier on the disc will be set as folder 2.

3. As for folder inside Folder A (Folder C and Folder D), the folder
which is recorded earlier on the disc will be set as folder 3.

4. Because there is no folder in Folder C, Folder D will be set as
folder 4.

5. Folder E which is inside Folder D will be set as folder 5.

6. Folder B inside the ROOT folder will be set as folder 6.

* The folder and file order information which is recorded on the disc
depends on the writing software. There may be possibilities that this
unit will play back the files not according to your expected playback

CD or MP3/WMA disc Playback

order.

Folder mode on/off can be operated by the FOLDER button on the
remote control. Files that are played when folder mode is set to the
on position, may differ from those played back when folder mode is
turned off.

Folder Mode Off case:

All the files starting from the selected folder or file will be played back.
If file 3 inside Folder C is selected, all the files starting from file 3 will
be played back.

Folder Mode On case:

All the files inside the selected folder will be played back.
In case Folder D is selected, file 4, 5 and 6 will be played back. File
7 and 8 in Folder E will not be played back.

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 Procedure to playback MP3/WMA disc

To play back CD-R/RW.

1 Press the CD button, and insert an MP3/WMA disc.



After disc is inserted and TOC reading, disc info will be
displayed.

MP3 indicator

WMA indicator



In case folder is selected, proceed to step 2.



In case file is selected, proceed to step 4.

CD indicator

TOTAL indicator

2 Press the FOLDER button, and press the TUNING

( or ) button to select desired playback folder. (Folder
mode on)

FOLDER indicator

FOLDER name

 To start playback with folder mode on, go to step 5.
 To change the playback folder, press the TUNING ( or ) to

select another folder.

3 Select desired file to be played back by pressing the

or button. Proceed to step 5.

FILE name

4 Select desired file to be played back by pressing the

or button. (Folder mode off)

FILE name

5 Press the

Playback will start and file name will be displayed.



Title, Artist & Album name are displayed if they are recorded on
the disc.



Display content can be changed by pressing the DISPLAY
button.

Timer Counter

Artist Name

In case of playback with the folder mode on, press the
or )

button, and the folder can be selected even though it is in
playback/pause mode.
It will continue playback/pause mode in the 1st track of the
selected folder.

Note:

 If “NOSUPPORT” is displayed, it means “Copyright protected

WMA file” or “Not supported playback file” is selected.

/ button.

Clock Display

File Name

Album Name

TUNING (

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Radio

Listening to the radio

Auto power on function:

When you press any of the following buttons, the unit turns on.
 TUNER button (main unit): The unit turns on and the TUNER

function is activated.

 / button (main unit and remote control): The unit turns on and

playback of the last function starts (iPod, CD, TUNER, AUX).

 Tuning

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the TUNER button on main unit or FUNCTION button

on remote control repeatedly to select the desired
frequency band (FM or AM).

3 Press the TUNING ( or ) button on the remote control

to tune in to the desired station.

Manual tuning:

Press the TUNING ( or ) button as many times as required
to tune in to the desired station.

Auto tuning:

When the TUNING ( or ) button is pressed for more than

0.5 seconds, scanning will start automatically and the tuner will
stop at the first receivable broadcast station.

Notes:

 When radio interference occurs, auto scan tuning may stop

automatically at that point.

 Auto scan tuning will skip weak signal stations.
 To stop the auto tuning, press the TUNING ( or ) button

again.

To receive an FM stereo transmission:

Press the TUNER button (main unit) or FUNCTION button (remote
control) to select stereo mode and “ST” indicator will be displayed.

 “ ” will appear when an FM broadcast is in stereo.
 If the FM reception is weak, press the TUNER button (main unit)

or FUNCTION button (remote control) to extinguish the “ST”
indicator. The reception changes to monaural, and the sound
becomes clearer.

FM stereo mode indicator

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FM stereo receiving indicator

 Memorizing a station

You can store 40 AM and FM stations in memory and recall them at
the push of a button. (Preset tuning)

1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in “Tuning” on page 24.
2 Press the MEMORY button to enter the preset tuning

saving mode.

3 Within 1 minute, press the or button to select the

preset channel number.

Store the stations in memory, in order, starting with preset
channel 1.

4 Within 1 minute, press the MEMORY button to store that

station in memory.

If the preset number indicators disappear before the station is
memorized, repeat the operation from step 2.

5 Repeat steps 1 - 4 to set other stations, or to change a

preset station.

When a new station is stored in memory, the station previously
memorized for that preset channel number will be erased.

Note:

The backup function protects the memorized stations for a few days
should there be a power failure or the AC power cord becomes
disconnected.

 To recall a memorized station

Press the or button for less than 0.5 seconds to select the
desired station.

 To scan the preset stations

The stations saved in memory can be scanned automatically.
(Preset memory scan)

1 Press the or button for more than 0.5 seconds.

The preset number will flash and the programmed stations will be
tuned in sequentially, for 5 seconds each.

2 Press the or button again when the desired station is

located.

 To erase entire preset memory

1 Press and hold the CLEAR button for more than 3 seconds.

“TUN CLEAR” will be displayed.

2 Within 10 seconds, press the MEMORY button.

“COMPLETE” will be displayed.

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Alarm and sleep operation

 Alarm

The unit turns on and play desired source (iPod, CD, TUNER, AUX)
or Buzzer sound for 30 minutes.

Before setting the alarm:

1 Check that the clock is set to the correct time (refer page 14).

If it is not set, you cannot use the alarm function.
2 For iPod playback: Insert iPod to the unit (refer page 16).
3 For TUNER: Set preset memory (refer page 25).
4 For CD playback: Insert disc to the unit (refer page 19).

Setting the alarm content

1 Press and hold the ALARM button for more than 2 seconds.
2

Press the or button to select source or buzzer.

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Notes:

 If steps 1 - 6 above are done using the remote control, press the

ALARM ON/OFF button on main unit to activate the alarm.

 To switch off illumination and display in demonstration mode,

press the E SOUND/DEMO button.

Changing alarm source only



After source is selected in step 2, press and hold the ALARM button.



If TUNER is selected, press and hold the ALARM button after preset
station is selected in step 3.



The time and volume will be automatically set to the previous setting.

Activating and deactivating the alarm

Press the ALARM ON/OFF button on main unit to activate or
deactivate the alarm function. When activated:

 During power on, “ALARM” will appear.
 During stand-by mode, ALARM indicator will light up.

Switching off the sound and display

To turn off the sound and display, press either CLOCK button,
ON/ STAND-BY button or E SOUND/DEMO button.

Checking the alarm setting

 Press the ALARM button.
 The selected source or buzzer type will blink.
 The unit will display the alarm time for 3 seconds.
 During stand-by mode, the display will remain for 6 seconds.

Example: The time is 10:00 AM and iPod function is selected.

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Press the ALARM button.

3 If TUNER is selected, press the or button to select a

preset station. Press the ALARM button.

4

Press the or button to adjust the hour.
Press the ALARM button.

5

Press the or button to adjust the minute.
Press the ALARM button.

6

If other than BUZZER is selected in step 2, press the or
or VOL (+ or –) button to select volume.
Press the ALARM button.

Notes:

 Buzzer sound will be output from right speaker only.
 Alarm will not activate during power on mode.
 When iPod is selected in step 2, if iPod unit is not detected during

alarm activation, source will automatically change to BUZZER 1.

 When CD is selected in step 2, if disc is not detected during

alarm activation, source will automatically change to BUZZER 1.

 When performing alarm using another unit connected to AUX,

select AUX in step 2. The unit will turn on and enter the clock
function automatically, however, the connected unit to AUX will
not turn on or off.

 When the entire preset memory is erased (page 25), source will

automatically change to BUZZER 1 even if TUNER is pre-selected
(step 2).

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 Snooze function

Once timer has started, pressing the SNOOZE/DIMMER button will
stop alarm for 5 minutes.
Once the snooze time has expired, alarm will continue.

 To turn off the alarm function

During alarm or snooze, press the ALARM ON/OFF button to turn it
off.

 Sleep operation

The radio, compact disc and iPod can be turned off automatically.

1 Playback the desired sound source.
2 Press the SLEEP button to select sleep time.

3 Press the MEMORY button.

“SLEEP” will appear.

4 The unit will enter the clock function automatically after the

preset time has elapsed.

The volume will be turned down 1 minute before the sleep
operation finishes.

To confirm the remaining sleep time:

1 While “SLEEP” is indicated, press the SLEEP button on the

remote control once to select “SLEEP XXX”.
“XXX” is sleep remaining time.

 The remaining sleep time is displayed for about 10 seconds.
 You can change the remaining sleep time while it is displayed by

pressing the SLEEP button (steps 2 - 3).

To cancel the sleep operation:

Press the ON/STAND-BY button while “SLEEP” is indicated.
To cancel the sleep operation without setting the unit to the stand-by
mode, proceed as follows.

1 While “SLEEP” is indicated, press the SLEEP button to select

“SLEEP OFF”, and press the MEMORY button.

 To use alarm and sleep operation together

Sleep and alarm:

For example, you can fall asleep listening to the radio and wake up
to iPod in the next morning.

1 Set the sleep time (see left, steps 1 - 4).

2 While the sleep timer is set, set the alarm

(steps 1 - 6, page 26).

3 Activate the alarm (see page 26).

Sleep timer setting Alarm setting

10 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes

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Alarm start time

End time

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Enhancing your system

The connection cord is not included. Purchase a commercially
available cord as shown below.

VCR, DVD, etc.

To the line output jacks

White

Advanced Features

Red

RCA cord
(not supplied)

White

Red

 Listening to the playback sounds from VCR,

DVD, etc.

1 Use a connection cord to connect the VCR, DVD etc. to the

AUX IN jacks.

When using video equipment, connect the audio output to this
unit and the video output to a television.

2 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
3 Press the AUX button on the main unit once or press the

FUNCTION button on remote control repeatedly to select
AUX. “AUX” indicator will appear.

4 Play the connected equipment.

Note:

To prevent noise interference, place the unit away from the television.

 Headphones

 Before plugging in or unplugging the headphones, reduce the

volume.

 Be sure your headphones have a 1/8" (3.5 mm) diameter plug and

impedance between 16 and 50 ohms. The recommended
impedance is 32 ohms.

 Plugging in the headphones disconnects the speakers

automatically. Adjust the volume using the VOL (+ or –) control.

 During alarm activation, sound will be output to the speaker even

if headphones is plugged in.

Auto power on function:

When you press any of the following buttons, the unit turns on.
 AUX button (main unit): The unit turns on and the AUX function is

activated.

 / button

playback of the last function starts (iPod/iPhone, CD, TUNER,
AUX).

(main unit and remote control): The unit turns on and

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Troubleshooting chart

Many potential problems can be resolved by the owner without
calling a service technician.
If something is wrong with this product, check the following before
calling your authorized SHARP dealer or service center.

 General

Symptom Possible cause

 The clock is not set to

the correct time.

 When a button is

pressed, the unit does
not respond.

 No sound is heard.  Is the volume level set to “0”?

 iPod door not fully

open/close.

 Remote control

Symptom Possible cause

 The remote control does

not operate.

 Tuner

Symptom Possible cause

 The radio makes unusual

noises continuously.



Is the Summer Time switch set to the
correct setting? (Refer to page 14)

 Did a power failure occur? Reset

the clock. (Refer to page 30)

 Set the unit to the power stand-by

mode and then turn it back on.

 If the unit still malfunctions, reset it.

(Refer to page 30)

 Are the headphones connected?

 Set the unit to the power stand-by

and turn it on again.

 Reset it. (Refer page 30)

 Is the AC power cord of the unit

plugged in?

 Is the battery polarity correct?
 Are the battery dead?
 Is the distance or angle incorrect?
 Does the remote control sensor

receive strong light?

 Is the unit placed near the TV or

computer?

 Is the FM antenna or AM loop

antenna placed properly? Move
the antenna away from the AC
power cord if it is located nearby.

 CD player

Symptom Possible cause



Playback does not start.



Playback stops in the
middle or does not
perform properly.



Playback sounds are
skipped, or stopped in
the middle of a track.



Is the disc loaded upside down?



Does the disc satisfy the standards?



Is the disc distorted or scratched?



Is the unit located near excessive
vibrations?



Is the disc very dirty?



Has condensation formed inside the
unit?

 iPod

Symptom Possible cause



No sound is produced.
No image appears on
the TV/monitor.



iPod or iPhone will not
charge,



The iPod or iPhone is not playing.



The iPod or iPhone is not properly
connected to the unit.



Is the AC power cord of the unit
plugged in?



The video cable is not properly
connected.



The TV/monitor’s input selection is
not properly set.



Wrong iPod adaptor is used.



The iPod or iPhone is not making full
contact with the iPod connector.



The main unit is in stand-by mode.

 Condensation

Sudden temperature changes, storage or operation in an extremely
humid environment may cause condensation inside the cabinet or on
the transmitter on the remote control.
Condensation can cause the unit to malfunction. If this happens,
leave the power on with no disc until normal playback is possible
(about 1 hour). Wipe off any condensation on the transmitter with a
soft cloth before operating the unit.

 If trouble occurs

When this product is subjected to strong external interference
(mechanical shock, excessive static electricity, abnormal supply
voltage due to lightning, etc.) or if it is operated incorrectly, it may
malfunction.

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Troubleshooting chart (continued)

If such a problem occurs, do the following:

1 Set the unit to the stand-by mode and turn the power on again.
2 If the unit is not restored in the previous operation, unplug and

plug in the unit, and then turn the power on.

Note:

If neither operation above restores the unit, clear all the memory by
resetting it.

 Clearing all the memory (reset)

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by

mode.

2 While pressing down the SNOOZE/DIMMER button and the

E SOUND/DEMO button, press the POWER ON/STAND-BY

button until “CLEAR ALL” appears.

3 Can be operate on main unit only.

Caution:

This operation will erase all data stored in memory including clock,
alarm settings and tuner preset.

 Before transporting the unit

Remove the iPod
unit to the power stand-by mode. Carrying the unit with iPod
or iPhone
unit and the iPod

or iPhone

left docked or disc left inside might damage both the

/iPhone

and the disc from the unit. Then, set the

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Maintenance

 Cleaning the cabinet

Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth and a diluted soap
solution, then with a dry cloth.

Caution:

 Do not use chemicals for cleaning (gasoline, paint thinner, etc.). It

may damage the cabinet finish.



Do not apply oil to the inside of the unit. It may cause malfunctions.

 Cleaning the CD pickup lens

In order to ensure proper operation of the CD player, preventative
maintenance (cleaning of the laser pickup lens) should be
performed periodically. Lens cleaners are commercially available.
Contact your local CD software dealer for options.

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Specifications

As part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves
the right to make design and specification changes for product
improvement without prior notice. The performance specification
figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may
be some deviations from these values in individual units.

 General

Power source AC 120 V ~ 60 Hz

Power
consumption

Output power Front Speakers: 2 watts minimum RMS per

Speaker 1-way type light-up speaker system

Speaker
maximum
input power

Speaker rated
input power

Output
terminals

Input
terminals

Dimensions Width: 19-11/16" (500 mm)

Weight 11.7 lbs. (5.3 kg)

34 Watts

channel into 12 ohms from 250 Hz to 20 KHz, 10%
total harmonic distortion.
Subwoofer: 5 watts minimum RMS per channel
into 8 ohms from 30 Hz to 250 Hz, 10% total
harmonic distortion.

Front Speaker: 2-1/2" (6.5 cm) - 12 ohms - Full
Range
Subwoofer: 4" (10 cm) - 8 ohms - Woofer

Front Speakers: 4W / Channel
Subwoofer: 10W / Channel

Front Speakers: 2W / Channel
Subwoofer: 5W / Channel

Headphones: 16 - 50 ohms
(recommended: 32 ohms)
Video output: 1Vp-p

Auxiliary (audio signal):
500 mV/47 k ohms

Height: 5-7/8" (150 mm)
Depth: 9-7/8" (250 mm)

 Tuner

Frequency range FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz

AM: 530 - 1,720 kHz

 CD player

Type Single disc player

Signal readout Non-contact, 3-beam semiconductor laser

D/A converter Multi bit D/A converter

Frequency
response

Dynamic range 90 dB (1 kHz)

pickup

20 - 20,000 Hz

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