Sony FST-GTK1I User Manual

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4-186-872-11(2)

Home Audio Docking System

Operating Instructions

FST-GTK2i FST-GTK1i RDH-GTK1i

WARNING

To reduce the risk of f ire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus.

To reduce the risk of f ire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

Do not expose batteries or apparatus with battery-installed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet immediately.

The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

The main switch is located on the rear exterior.

WARNING, heavy equipment. Use care when handling as it may cause injury.

For customers in the United States

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

M o d e l N o . S e r i a l N o .

These following indications are located on the rear exterior.

This symbol 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.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the U.S.A. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations.

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 1 5 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.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

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 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.

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For customers in Australia

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

On copyrights

iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

“Made for iPod” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

“WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.

MICROVAULT is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding techno logy and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

Windows Media is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, TM and ® marks are not specified.

Table of Contents

Guide to parts and controls .......... 5

Getting Started

Hooking up the system

securely................................... 9

Operations

Listening to the radio ................. 12

Listening to music of a USB

device.................................... 13

Playing the iPod......................... 15

Using optional audio

components........................... 16

Adjusting the sound ................... 17

Controlling the Speaker Light

Illumination .......................... 17

Changing the display .................18

Additional Information

Troubleshooting......................... 18

Messages.................................... 22

Precautions................................. 23

Specifications............................. 23

Compatible USB devices with this

unit........................................ 26

Compatible iPod models with this

unit........................................ 27

Guide to parts and controls

This manual mainly explains operations using the buttons on the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the unit having the same or similar names.

Unit

– Front and back view

Guide to parts and controls

Continued

– Top view

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* Except North American model

A On back panel: POWER

(page 10, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22)

Press to turn on or off the AC power.

Status of the POWER button

(OFF)

The unit is turned off.

(ON) (North American model) The unit is turned on. (Other models) The unit is in standby mode.

On top panel: "/1 (on/standby) (except North American model) (page 10, 19, 22)

Press to turn on the unit or set it to standby mode.

B Display (page 18)

C Remote sensor (page 19)

D Standby indicator (except North

American model)

Lights up when the unit is in standby mode.

E (USB) port (page 13, 14, 19,

20, 22)

Connect an optional USB device.

F iPod connector (page 11, 15, 16)

Place an optional iPod to listen to audio contents stored in the iPod.

G FUNCTION (page 12, 14, 15, 16)

Press to select a function.

H NX (play/pause) (page 12, 14,

15, 16, 20, 22)

Press to start or pause playback. Press and hold to stop USB playback or turn off the iPod.

I m/M (rewind/fast forward)

(page 14, 15)

Hold down to find a point in a track or file during playback.

./> (go backward/go forward) (page 14, 15)

Press to select a track or file.

TUNING +/– (page 12)

Press to tune in the station you want.

J VOLUME (page 12, 14, 15, 16,

19)

Turn to adjust the volume.

K SPEAKER LIGHT (North

American model only) (page 17)

Press to turn on or off the speaker light when the unit is turned on.

Remote – RM-AMU098 (North American

model only)

– RM-AMU092 (Other models)

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EQ GROOVE

iPod

USB

TUNER

AUDIO

ENTER

REPEAT

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4 5

6 7

8 9

Guide to parts and controls

DEMO/SPEAKER LIGHT (Other models) (page 17, 18)

Press to turn on or off the demo mode when the unit is in standby mode. Press to turn on or off the speaker light when the unit is turned on.

L GROOVE (page 17, 22)

Press to reinforce the bass.

M PRESET EQ (page 12, 17)

Press to select a preset sound effect.

* RM-AMU092 only

1 "/1 (on/standby)

(RM-AMU092 only) (page 10, 19)

Press to turn on the unit or set it to the standby mode.

B TUNING MODE (page 12, 13)

Press to select the tuning mode.

C FM MODE (page 12, 21)

Press to select the FM reception mode (monaural or stereo).

V/v/B/b, MENU (page 16)

Press to select the menu items on the iPod.

ENTER (page 13, 16)

Press to enter the settings.

E REPEAT (page 14)

Press to listen to a USB device, a folder, a single track or file repeatedly.

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F VOLUME +/– (page 12, 14, 15,

16, 19)

Press to adjust the volume.

G ./> (go backward/go

forward) (page 14, 15)

Press to select a track or file.

+/– (tuning) (page 12, 13)

Press to tune in the station you want.

H m/M (rewind/fast forward)

(page 14, 15)

Hold down to find a point in a track or file during playback.

I +/– (page 14)

Press to select a folder.

J AUDIO IN (page 16)

Press to select the AUDIO IN function.

K TUNER/BAND (page 12)

Press to select the TUNER function. Press to select the FM or AM band.

L USB (page 14)

Press to select the USB function.

M iPod (page 15)

Press to select the iPod function.

N NX (play/pause) (page 14, 15,

16, 20)

Press to start or pause playback. Press and hold to stop USB playback or turn off the iPod.

O TUNER MEMORY (page 12, 13)

Press to preset the radio station.

P EQ (page 17)

Press to select a preset sound effect.

Q GROOVE (page 17)

Press to reinforce the bass.

R DISPLAY (page 18)

Press to change the information on the display.

Getting Started

Hooking up the system securely

– Rear panel

BA C

ANTENNA

* FST-GTK2i only

A Antennas

Find a location and an orientation that provide good reception, and then set up the antennas. Keep the antennas away from the power cord, the USB cable, the iPod and the subwoofer cable (FST-GTK2i only) to avoid picking up noise.

AUDIO IN

POWER

ON OFF

AM loop antenna

Getting Started

ANTENNA

Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally

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