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DK-A10H

iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

DK-A10H(BK)

The illustrations printed in this operation manual are for the model DK-A10H.

OPERATION MANUAL

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

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NOTES FOR USERS IN THE U.K. AND IRELThe mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable(moulded) plug incorporating a 3A fuse. Should the fuse need tobe replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse marked or

and of the same rating as above, which is also indicated onthe pin face of the plug must be used.

Always refit the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never usethe plug without the fuse cover fitted.

In the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not beingcompatible with the plug supplied, cut-off the mains plug and fitan appropriate type.

DANGER:The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-offplug destroyed immediately and disposed of in a safe manner.

Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted else-where into a 13A socket outlet as a serious electric shock mayoccur.To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instruc-tions below:

IMPORTANT:The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with thefollowing code:Blue : NeutralBrown : Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this product maynot correspond with the coloured markings identifying the termi-nals in your plug, proceed as follows:● The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the plug

terminal which is marked N or coloured black.● The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the

plug terminal which is marked L or coloured red.

Ensure that neither the brownthe earth terminal in your thre

Before replacing the plug cov● If the new fitted plug contai

that removed from the cut-o● The cord grip is clamped o

and not simply over the lea

IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT,TRICIAN.

SERVICE INFORMATIONIn the unlikely event of your econtact the dealer or supplier frthis is not possible, please viscustomersupport.Customers without interne880 0512 during office hourfrom lreland).Please note; all calls will be c

Certain replacement parts andour main parts distributor.

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In the unlikely event of this eqguarantee period, you will nepurchase to the repairing comPlease keep your invoice ortime of purchase.

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on Disposal for Users (private

n Union want to dispose of this equipment, the ordinary dust bin! d electronic equipment must be treated in accordance with legislation that atment, recovery and recycling of used tronic equipment. lementation by member states, private the EU states may return their used lectronic equipment to designated

s free of charge*. In some countries* may also take back your old product u purchase a similar new one.

your local authority for further details.ctrical or electronic equipment has

umulators, please dispose of these and according to local requirements.

is product correctly you will help ensure undergoes the necessary treatment, cycling and thus prevent potential n the environment and human health

rwise arise due to inappropriate waste

ries outside the EUcard this product, please contact your and ask for the correct method of

sed electrical or electronic equipment ree of charge to the dealer, even if you new product. Further collection facilities he homepage of www.swico.ch or

on Disposal for Business Usersn Unionused for business purposes and you

ur SHARP dealer who will inform you k of the product. You might be charged

ng from take-back and recycling. Small all amounts) might be taken back by n facilities.e contact the established collection

cal authority for take-back of your used

ries outside the EUard of this product, please contact your and ask for the correct method of

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When the ON/STAND-BY button is set at STAND-BY position,mains voltage is still present inside the unit. When the ON/STAND-BY button is set at STAND-BY position, the unit may bebrought into operation by the timer mode or remote control.This unit contains no user serviceable parts. Never remove coversunless qualified to do so. This unit contains dangerous voltages,always remove mains plug from the socket before any serviceoperation and when not in use for a long period.To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance todripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases,shall be placed on the apparatus.Do not turn the volume on to full at switch on and listen to musicat moderate levels. Excessive sound pressure from earphonesand headphones can cause hearing loss.

CAUTIONThis product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures otherthan those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation ex-posure.

As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful tothe eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servic-ing to qualified personnel only.

Laser Diode PropertiesMaterial: GaAs + GaAIAsWavelength: 780 nmEmission Duration: continuousLaser Output: max. 0.4 mW

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1. In the EuropeaAttention: If youplease do not useUsed electrical anseparately and requires proper treelectrical and elecFollowing the imphouseholds withinelectrical and ecollection facilitieyour local retailerfree of charge if yo*) Please contact If your used elebatteries or accseparately beforehBy disposing of ththat the waste recovery and renegative effects owhich could othehandling.2. In other CountIf you wish to dislocal authorities disposal. For Switzerland: Ucan be returned fdon't purchase a are listed on twww.sens.ch.

B. Information 1. In the EuropeaIf the product is want to discard it:Please contact yoabout the take-bacfor the costs arisiproducts (and smyour local collectioFor Spain: Pleassystem or your loproducts.2. In other CountIf you wish to disclocal authorities disposal.

Attention: Your prod-uct is marked with this symbol. It means that used electrical and elec-tronic products should not be mixed with general house-hold waste. There is a separate collec-tion system for these products.

Information on Proper D

CAUTION-INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITHOPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.

WARNUNG-UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN GERÄTGEÖFFNET. NICHT IN DIE STRAHLUNG SCHAUEN ODERDIREKT MIT OPTISCHEN HILFSMITTELN BETRACHTEN.

ATTENTION-RAYON LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D'OUVERTURE.NE PAS REGARDER LE FAISCEAU DIRECTEMENT OU AVEC DESINSTRUMENTS OPTIQUES.

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MA disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 - 18 disc playback . . . . . . . . . . . 19 - 20ly for MP3/WMA files) . . . . . . 21 - 22

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Supply of this product does not convey a license nor imply any rightto distribute content created with this product in revenue-generatingbroadcast systems (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or other distribu-tion channels), revenue-generating streaming applications (via Inter-net, intranets and/or other networks), other revenue-generatingcontent distribution systems (pay-audio or audio-on-demand appli-cations and the like) or on revenue-generating physical media (com-pact discs, digital versatile discs, semiconductor chips, hard drives,memory cards and the like). An independent license for such use isrequired. For details, please visit http://mp3licensing.comMPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from FraunhoferIIS and Thomson.

AccessoriesPlease confirm that the following accessories is included.

Note: Only the above accessories are included.

General InformatioPrecautions . . . . . . . . . . . .Controls and indicators . .

Preparation for UsSystem connections . . . .Remote control . . . . . . . . .

Basic OperationGeneral control . . . . . . . . .Setting the clock . . . . . . .

iPodListening to the iPod . . . .

CD or MP3/WMA dListening to a CD or MP3/WAdvanced CD or MP3/WMAMP3/WMA folder mode (on

RadioListening to the radio . . . .

Advanced FeatureUsing the Radio Data SystAlarm and sleep operationEnhancing your system . .

ReferencesTroubleshooting chart . . .Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .Specifications . . . . . . . . . .

TERMS OF GUARANTEE .

Remote control 1 AM loop aerial 1

iPod adaptor 8AC power lead 1

FM aerial 1

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within the range of 5˚C - 35˚C

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Do not place anything on top of the unit.Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than60˚C (140˚F) or to extremely low temperatures.If your system does not work properly, disconnect the AC powerlead from the wall socket. Plug the AC power lead back in, andthen turn on your system.

No naked flame sources, suchplaced on the apparatus.Attention should be drawn to thedisposal.This unit should only be used(41˚F - 95˚F).The apparatus is designed for u

Warning:The voltage used must be the samUsing this product with a higher specified is dangerous and may accident causing damage. SHARPany damage resulting from use of that which is specified.

Volume controlThe sound level at a given voluefficiency, location, and various othexposure to high volume levels. Dswitch on and listen to music at mpressure from earphones and head

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

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

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

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 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.

10 cm (4")

10 cm (4")

removing it from the wall sockethe lead can damage internal wThe AC power plug is used as device and shall always remoperable.

Do not remove the outer covthis may result in electric Refer internal service to youSHARP service facility.

The ventilation should not be imcovering the ventilation openingitems, such as newspapers, tabcurtains, etc.

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Reference page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13, 17, 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 18n Button . . . . . . 13, 16, 18, 24ton . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 16, 18, 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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Top panel

1. iPod Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2. ON/STAND-BY Button . . . . . 3. Clock Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4. Remote Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . 5. Snooze/Dimmer Button . . . . 6. iPod Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7. CD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8. Auxiliary Button . . . . . . . . . . 9. Tuner Button . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10. Alarm Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11. CD Eject Button . . . . . . . . . . 12. Disc Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13. Alarm Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . 14. Alarm ON/OFF Button . . . . . . 15. E Sound/Demo Button . . . . . 16. Play/Pause Button . . . . . . . . 17. Skip Down, Tuner Preset Dow18. Skip Up, Tuner Preset Up But19. Disc Stop Button . . . . . . . . . 20. Volume Down Button . . . . . 21. Volume Up Button . . . . . . . .

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The iPod rating label (*)

The spec label (*)

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

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Reference page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23r . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Reference page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Display

1. Alarm Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . 2. Sleep Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . 3. MP3 Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 4. WMA Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . 5. Folder Indicator . . . . . . . . . . 6. CD Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7. iPod Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 8. Auxiliary Indicator . . . . . . . . 9. FM Stereo Mode Indicator . .

10. FM Stereo Receiving Indicato11. RDS Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 12. Total Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . 13. Random Indicator . . . . . . . . 14. Summer Time Indicator . . . . 15. Pause Indicator . . . . . . . . . . 16. Memory Indicator . . . . . . . . . 17. Repeat Play Indicator . . . . . 18. Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear panel

1. FM 75 Ohms Aerial Socket . 2. AM Aerial Earth Terminal . . 3. Summer Time Switch . . . . . . 4. AM Loop Aerial Terminal . . . 5. Video Out Socket . . . . . . . . . 6. Auxiliary Input Sockets . . . . 7. Headphone Socket . . . . . . . . 8. AC Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Reference pageitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13, 17, 23ttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

t Down Button . . . . . . 13, 16, 18, 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 19ttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30p Button . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 16, 18, 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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Remote control

1. Remote Control Transm2. Function Button . . . . . . 3. On/Stand-by Button . . . 4. Volume Up and Down Bu5. Skip Down, Tuner Prese6. Folder Button . . . . . . . . 7. Disc Stop Button . . . . . 8. Play Mode Button . . . . . 9. Tuning Up and Down Bu

10. Memory Button . . . . . . . 11. Clock Button . . . . . . . . . 12. Snooze/Dimmer Button 13. Sleep Button . . . . . . . . . 14. Alarm Button . . . . . . . . . 15. Skip Up, Tuner Preset U16. Display Button . . . . . . . 17. Play/Pause Button . . . . 18. E Sound/Demo Button . 19. Clear Button . . . . . . . . . 20. EQ Button . . . . . . . . . . . 21. RDS Display Button . . . 22. RDS PTY Button . . . . . . 23. RDS ASPM Button . . . .

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Aerial connection

Note:Placing the aerial on the unit or near the AC power lead may cause noisepickup. Place the aerial away from the unit for better reception.Installing the AM loop aerial:

External FM aerialUse an external FM aerial if you require better reception. Consult your dealer.

Note:When an external FM aerial is used, disconnect the supplied FM aerial wire.

This product is not equipped with a spaadjusted to a 9 kHz AM (50 kHz FM) intBefore using the unit, be sure to set it used in your area.To change the AM/FM tuning interv

Note:The AM/FM tuning interval will not cbutton within 6 seconds.

Caution:When the unit is left for a few days athe AC power lead disconnected, returned to 9 kHz (FM span to 50 kHzWhen the span is changed, all the mThis operation can not operate wheDeactivate the alarm first. (refer pa

Supplied FM aerial:Connect the FM aerial wire to the FM 75 OHMS socket and position the FM aerial wire in the direction where the strongest signal can be received.Supplied AM loop aerial:Connect the AM loop aerial to the AM and GND terminals. Position the AMloop aerial for optimum reception. Place the AM loop aerial on a shelf, etc.,or attach it to a stand or a wall with screws (not supplied).

< Assembling > < Attaching to the wall >

Wall Screws (not supplied)

ExternalFM aerial

75 ohmscoaxial cable

The International Telecommunication U(ITU) has established that member cotries should maintain either a 10 kHz okHz interval between broadcasting freqcies of AM stations and 100 kHz or 50for FM stations. The illustration shows50/9 kHz zones (regions 1 and 3), and100/10 kHz zone (region 2).

1 During demonstration mode, presenter the stand-by mode.

2 Whilst holding down the SNOON/STAND-BY button.

3 Within 6 seconds, press the (span) in your area.The display switches each time yo

4 Within 6 seconds, press the bThe unit will enter the power sta

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Connecting iPod to TViPod photo and 5th Generation iPod with photo and video can beview by connecting to TV/monitor.If the TV/monitor has a video input, connect it to the VIDEO OUTsocket on the rear of the unit.

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

AC power connectionAfter checking all the connections have been made correctly, plug theAC power lead of this unit into the wall socket. If you plug in the unit first,the unit will enter the demonstration mode.

Note:Unplug the AC power lead from the wall socket if the unit will not bein use for a prolonged period of time.

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Video cable(not supplied)

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Wall socket(AC 220 - 240 V, 50Hz)

The first time the unit is pluggedthe unit will enter the demonsttion mode. Lights on the snoobutton, subwoofer and arounddisc slot will blink.

To cancel the demonstrationmode:When the unit is in the demonstration mode, press thE SOUND/DEMO button. The will enter the power stand-by mode (low power consumptionmode).

To return to the demonstratWhen the unit is in the power E SOUND/DEMO button again

Note:When the power is on, the E Sselect the E SOUND mode.

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Battery installationThis product contains a CR Coin Lithium Battery which containsPerchlorate Material – special handling may apply, Californiaresidents, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

Precautions for battery use:Remove the battery if the unit will not be used for long periods oftime. This will prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.

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 battery installed) shall not be exposedto excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

Replace the battery if the opeoperation becomes erratic. Pbattery. Periodically clean the transmisensor on the unit with a soft cExposing the sensor on the unoperation. Change the lightingoccurs.Keep the remote control awavibrations.

Test of the remote con

Check the remote control after page 9 - 10).Point the remote control directly a

The remote control can be usePress the ON/STAND-BY button.can enjoy music.

1 Whilst pushing the locking tab towards the centre of theremote control, slide out the battery holder.

2 Remove the old battery from the battery holder, insert thenew battery and then slide the battery holder back into theremote control.

Back of remote control

Locking tab

Locking tab

Positive (+) side up

Battery holder

Battery type

Polarity (+) symbol

Remote sensor

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sed, the current mode setting will beifferent mode, press the EQ buttonund mode appears.

n on remote control is pressed, the different mode, press the FUNCTIONsired function.

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To turn the power onPress the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. Lights on thesnooze button, Subwoofer and around the disc slot will light up.Note:iPod dock door will automatically open when the power is on.

Illumination light controlPress the SNOOZE/DIMMER button to adjust the brightness of thedisplay and illumination light.

Volume auto fade-inIf you turn off and on the main unit with the volume set to 27 orhigher, the volume starts at 16 and fades in to the last set level.

Volume controlMain unit and remote controPress the VOL (+ or –) button

E SOUND controlWhen the E SOUND/DEMO bting will be displayed. To chaDEMO button repeatedly to tothe unit will enter the E SOUNfrequency automatically accor

EqualiserWhen the EQ button is presdisplayed. To change to a drepeatedly until the desired so

FunctionWhen the FUNCTION buttocurrent function will change tobutton repeatedly to select de

Note:The backup function will protefew days should there be a becomes disconnected.

After use:Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by modeor demonstration mode.

IIIumination light and display bright

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for 8 hours should there be ad becomes disconnected.ime will flash to confirm the time is restored after a power failures. If incorrect, readjust the clock

1 to step 4.

display:

on the rear of the unit.

adjust the minutes and then

nce to advance the time bye the time in 5-minutes interval.

nts. [Refer to “Clearing all thedetails.]step 1.

o +1 to advancel appear. -1 to turn the

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

To confirm the time display:[When the unit is in the stand-by moPress the CLOCK button to enter th

[When the power is on]Press DISPLAY button on the remofunction information and clock displa Notes:

The clock will continue counting power failure or the AC power leaThe “CLOCK ADJ” will appear or tdisplay when the AC power supplyor unplugging the unit after 8 houras follows.

To readjust the clock:Perform “Setting the clock” from step

To change the 12-hour or 24-hour

Summer time:The Summer Time switch is located

1 Press the CLOCK button for more than 2 seconds.

2 Press the or button to select 12-hour or 24-hourdisplay and then press the CLOCK button.

The 12-hour display will appear.

(12:00 AM - 11:59 PM)

The 12-hour display will appear.

(0:00 AM - 11:59 PM)

The 24-hour display will appear.

(0:00 - 23:59)

3 Press the or button to adjust the hour and thenpress the CLOCK button.

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

4 Press the or button topress the CLOCK button.

Press the or button o1 minute. Hold it down to chang

1 Clear all the programmed contememory (reset)” on page 34 for

2 Perform “Setting the clock” from

1 Slide the Summer Time switch tthe time 1 hour. indicator wil

2 Slide the Summer Time switch toclock back 1 hour.

“12:00 AM”

“0:00 AM”

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tion) is not compatible with the original

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4GB & 6GB20GB40GB

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iPod nano (software 1.0 above)iPod photo (software 1.0 above)iPod mini (software 1.2 above)5th Generation iPod (software 1.0 above) (Dock connectorequipped Click Wheel model)4th Generation iPod (software 3.0.2 above) (Dock connectorequipped Click Wheel model)3rd Generation iPod (software 2.2 above) (Dock connectorequipped Click Wheel model)

Caution:Please update your iPod unit to the latest software version beforeusing it. Please visit Apple’s homepage to download the latestversion for your iPod.

Notes:Once the iPod is connected to the unit it will begin charging.The iPod unit cannot be charged whilst the main unit is in thestand-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 isactivated.

/ button (main unit and remote control): The unit turns on andplayback of the last function will start (iPod, CD, TUNER, AUX).

iPod adaptor conneChoose the iPod adaptor that finto the correct adaptor. If youadaptor may have been includ

Notes:iPod nano (Second GeneraiPod nano dock adaptor.If you have an iPod that doeuse an audio cable to conn

iPod Adapter

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To insert iPod adaptor1. 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 adaptor into the unit and connect your iPod.

To remove iPod adap

iPod playback

To disconnect iPodSimply remove the iPod from theduring playback.

Dock connector

iPod（bottom） iPod

iPod adaptor

iPod connector

iPod dock

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY biPod terminal door will display is on.

2 Press the iPod button on tbutton on remote control re

3 Insert iPod unit in iPod do

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d on, the iPod unit will automaticallynit (including alarm function). n.

on) stand-by mode, the docked iPod unitd-by mode and iPod dock door will

tions pressed, the unit will automatically ing the previous function selected.

e iPod before inserting it into the iPod

ring iPod function.

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The operations described beloyou are using.

iPod dock door operationOpenWhen the main unit is power

Close- When turning the main unit

docked.- When cancelling the demo

docked.Notes:

System on operationWhen the main unit is powerepower on when docked in the u* Invalid for 3rd iPod Generatio

System off (stand-by operatiWhen the main unit is turned towill automatically turn to stanremain open.

iPod playback detection funcOnce play button on iPod unit ichange to iPod function overrid

Caution:Unplug all accessories for thdock.Stop button ( ) is invalid du

Function Main unit Remote control

Operation

Play Press in the pause mode.

Pause Press in the playback mode.

Track up/ down

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

Fast forward/ reverse

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

Display ____ iPod back light on.

Repeat ____ Press to toggle repeat mode.

Shuffle ____ Press and hold down to toggle shuffle mode.

DISPLAY

PLAYMODE

PLAYMODE

1 The iPod dock door remainsdemonstration mode or sta

2 The iPod dock door remainsmode from standby mode.

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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 thestate of the disc or the device that was used for recording.

MP3:MP3 is a form of compression. It is an acronym which standsfor MPEG Audio Layer 3. MP3 is a type of audio code which is processed by significantcompression from the original audio source with very little lossin sound quality.

This system supports MPEG 1 Layer 3, MPEG 2 Layer 3, andVBR files.During VBR file playback, time counter in the display may differfrom its actual playback time.Bitrate which is supported by MP3 is 32 ~ 320 kbps.

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

“MP3” and “WMA” indicator will light up after the unit readsinformation 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 isactivated.

/ button (main unit and remote control): The unit turns on andplay back of the last function starts (iPod, CD, TUNER, AUX).

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Press in the stop mode.

Press in the playback mode.

Press in the playback mode. 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 skip up/down rapidly as figure below.Example: Current track no.65Down: 65 –> 64 –> 63 –> 62 –> 61 –> 60 –> 50 –> 40Up: 65 –> 66 –> 67 –> 68 –> 69 –> 70 –> 80 –> 90Note: 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.

is reached during fast forward, “END”CD operation will be paused. When theeached during fast reverse, the unit will

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Caution:Do not play discs of special shapes (heart, octagon, etc). It may cause malfunctions.Do not push the disc whilst it is moving.If the power fails whilst the disc is moving, wait until the power isrestored.If TV or radio interference occurs during CD operation, move theunit away from the TV or radio.

Various disc functio

Notes for CD or MP3/WMA di

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.

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).

4 Press the / button to start playback.

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

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

Total number oftracks on the disc

Total playingtime of the disc

Total numberof files

Disc Name

[CD] [MP3/WMA]

Disc play indicator

Function Main unit Remocont

Play

Stop

Pause

Track up/Track down

Fast forward/Fast reverse

When the end of the last trackwill appear on the display and beginning of the first track is renter the playback mode.Rewritable multi session discplayed.

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to press the button. usly.

DE button on the remote

Repeat playRepeat play can play all tracks on a disc, folder or a programmedsequence continuously.

To cancel repeat play:Press the PLAY MODE button again.“ ” will disappear.

Random playThe tracks on the disc can be played

To cancel random play:Press and hold down the PLAY MOD“RND” will disappear.

Notes:If you press the button duringthe track selected next by the randbutton does not allow you to movto the beginning of the current traIn random play, the CD playeautomatically. (You cannot select Random and repeat play can be u

Caution:After performing repeat play, be sureOtherwise, the disc will play continuo

To repeat play:Press the PLAY MODE button on the remote control.

Press the / button.

To random play:Press and hold down the PLAY MOcontrol.Press / button.

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play mode: the “MEM” indicator is lit, press thete control. The “MEM” indicator willmed contents will be cleared.

mme:viously stored, the “MEM” indicator willps 1 - 6 to add tracks. The new tracksck of the original programme.

programmed:the programmed play mode, press the

med tracks is ejected, the programme

TAND-BY button to enter the stand-byn from CD to another, the programmeded.ration, random play is not possible.

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

To cancel the programmedWhilst in the stop mode andCLEAR button on the remodisappear and all the program

Adding tracks to the prograIf a programme has been prebe displayed. Then follow stewill be stored after the last tra

To check which tracks are Whilst the unit is stopped in

or button.

Notes:When a disc with programis automatically cancelled.Even if you press the ON/Smode or change the functioselections will not be clearDuring the programme ope

1 Whilst in the stop mode, pressthe MEMORY button to enter theprogramming save mode.

2 Press the or button toselect 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 beprogrammed.

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 sPress the CLEAR button on tcontrol whilst the “MEM” indicEach time the button is pressebe cleared, beginning with thprogrammed.

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ted by the FOLDER button on theed when folder mode is set to the played back when folder mode is

ed folder or file will be played back., all the files starting from file 3 will

der will be played back. , 5 and 6 will be played back. File

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There are many music sites on the internet that you can downloadMP3/WMA (Windows Media Audio) music files from, follow theinstructions from the website on how to download the music files.You can then playback these downloaded music files by burningthem to a CD-R/RW disc.

Your downloaded song/files are for personal use only. Any otherusage of the song without owner’s permission, is against the law.

About folder playback orderIf MP3/WMA files are recorded in several folders, a folder number willbe set to each folder automatically.

These folders can be selected by the FOLDER button on the remotecontrol. 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 arerecorded as below figure.

* The folder and file order information which is recorded on the discdepends on the writing software. There may be possibilities that thisunit will play back the files not according to your expected playbackorder.

Folder mode on/off can be operaremote control. Files that are playon position, may differ from thoseturned off.

Folder Mode Off case:All the files starting from the selectIf file 3 inside Folder C is selectedbe played back.

Folder Mode On case:All the files inside the selected folIn case Folder D is selected, file 47 and 8 in Folder E will not be pla

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.

ROOT(FOLDER 1)

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ayed, it means “Copyright protectedd playback file” is selected.

played back by pressing the r mode off)

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Note:If “NOSUPPORT” is displWMA file” or “Not supporte

1 Press the CD button, and insert an MP3/WMA disc.After disc is inserted and TOC reading, disc info will be displayed.

In case folder is selected, proceed to step 2.In case file is selected, proceed to step 4.

2 Press the FOLDER button, and press the TUNING ( or )button to select desired playback folder. (Folder mode on)

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.

TOTAL indicator

MP3 indicator CD indicatorWMA indicator

FOLDER indicator

FOLDER name

FILE name

4 Select desired file to beor button. (Folde

5 Press the / button.Playback will start and

Title, Artist & Album name the disc.Display content can be chabutton.

In case of playback with the for ) button, and the foldeplayback/pause mode.It will continue playback/paselected folder.

FILE

Artist Name

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“ST” indicator will be displayed.adcast is in stereo.ss the TUNER button (main unit) control) to extinguish the “ST”es to monaural, and the sound

tton to turn the power on.

main unit or FUNCTION buttontedly to select the desired

) button on the remote controlion.

utton as many times as required .

button is pressed for more thanrt automatically and the tuner willdcast station.

o mode indicator

stereo receiving indicator

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 TUNERfunction is activated.

/ button (main unit and remote control): The unit turns on andplayback of the last function starts (iPod, CD, TUNER, AUX).

Tuning

Notes:When radio interference occuautomatically at that point.Auto scan tuning will skip weak To stop the auto tuning, pressagain.

To receive an FM stereo transmiPress the TUNER button (main uncontrol) to select stereo mode and

“ ” will appear when an FM broIf the FM reception is weak, preor FUNCTION button (remoteindicator. The reception changbecomes clearer.

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY bu

2 Press the TUNER button on on remote control repeafrequency band (FM or AM).

3 Press the TUNING ( or to tune in to the desired stat

Manual tuning:Press the TUNING ( or ) bto tune in to the desired station

Auto tuning:When the TUNING ( or )0.5 seconds, scanning will stastop at the first receivable broa

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

Note:The backup function protects the memorised stations for a few hoursshould there be a power failure or the AC power lead becomesdisconnected.

To recall a memoris

To scan the preset

The stations saved in mem(Preset memory scan)

To erase entire pres

1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in “Tuning” on page 23.

2 Press the MEMORY button to enter the preset tuningsaving mode.

3 Within 1 minute, press the or button to select thepreset channel number.Store the stations in memory, in order, starting with presetchannel 1.

4 Within 1 minute, press the MEMORY button to store thatstation in memory.

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

5 Repeat steps 1 - 4 to set other stations, or to change apreset station.When a new station is stored in memory, the station previouslymemorised for that preset channel number will be erased.

Press the or button fodesired station.

1 Press the or buttoThe preset number will flastuned in sequentially, for 5

2 Press the or buttonstation is located.

1 Press and hold the CLEAR“TUN CLEAR” will be disp

2 Within 10 seconds, press “COMPLETE” will be displ

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Programme type (PTY)

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NO PTY

NO RT

stations provide. These FM stations send additional signalsalong with their regular programme signals. They send theirstation names, and information about the type of programmesuch as sport, music, etc.When tuned to an RDS station, “RDS” and the station name will bedisplayed.

You can control the RDS by using the buttons on the remotecontrol only.

Information provided byEach time the RDS DISPLAY buttswitch as follows:

When tuning in to a station other thstation which sends weak signal, theing order:

Note that pressing DISPLAY buttonclock display.Example:

Station name (PS)

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efore it is completed:ilst it is scanning for stations.tored in memory will be kept there.

asting on different frequencies, theored in memory.same frequency as one stored in

een stored in memory, the scan willdo the ASPM operation, erase the

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Whilst in the ASPM operation mode, the tuner will automaticallysearch for new RDS stations. Up to 40 stations can be stored.If you have already stored some stations in memory, the number ofnew stations you can store will be less.

To stop the ASPM operation bPress the RDS ASPM button whThe stations which are already s

Notes:If the same station is broadcstrongest frequency will be stAny station which has the memory will not be stored.If 40 stations have already bbe aborted. If you want to represet memory.If no stations have been storeabout 4 seconds.If the RDS signals are verystored in memory.

To store a station name againmemory:It may be impossible to store sASPM function if there is lots ofthis case, perform as follows.

1 Press the TUNER button on main unit or FUNCTION buttonon remote control repeatedly to select the FM band.

2 Press and hold down the RDS ASPM button on the remote control for at least 3 seconds.1 After “ASPM” has flashed for about 4 seconds, scanning will

start (87.50 - 108.00 MHz).

2 When an RDS station is found, “RDS” will appear for a short time and the station will be stored in memory.

3 After scanning, the number of stations stored in memory will be displayed for 4 seconds, and then “END” will appear for 4 seconds.

1 Press the or buttoncorrect.

2 If you find a wrong name durincorrect name will be displayebutton.

3 Within 1 minute, press the channel number is flashing.The new station name has be

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me type is flashing (within 6ton on remote control.

type has been lit for 2 seconds, e search operation will start.

Notes:The same station name can be stored in different channels.In a certain area or during certain time periods, the station namesmay temporarily be different.

Notes for RDS operation

If any of the following events occur, it does not mean that the unit is faulty:

“PS”, “NO PS” and a station name appear alternately, and the unitdoes not operate properly.If a particular station is not broadcasting properly or a station isconducting tests, the RDS reception function may not workproperly.When you receive an RDS station whose signal is too weak,information like the station name may not be displayed.“NO PS”, “NO PTY” or “NO RT” will flash for about 5 seconds, andthen the frequency will be displayed.

Notes for radio text:The first 9 characters of the radio text will appear for 4 secondsand then they will scroll across the display.If you tune in to an RDS station which is not broadcasting anyradio text, “NO RT” will be displayed when you switch to the radiotext position.

To recall stations in meTo specify programmed types anYou can search a station by specisports, traffic programme, etc. ... sein memory.

1 Press the TUNER button on on remote control repeatedl

2 Press the RDS PTY button o

“SELECT” and “PTY TI” will apseconds.

3 Within 6 seconds, press theprogramme type.

Each time the button is presseappear. If the button is held dothe programme type will appea

4 Whilst the selected programseconds), press the PTY but

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gramme Type) codes, TP (TrafficAnnouncement).ive the following PTY, TP and TA

ts of facts, events and publiclys, reportage and actuality.

mme expanding or enlarging uponrally in different presentation style oring debate, or analysis.

hose purpose is to impart advice inse.

ncerned with any aspect of sport.

ended primarily to educate, of whichent is fundamental.

and serials.

oncerned with any aspect of nationalure, including language, theatre, etc.

about the natural sciences and

speech-based programmes usuallyinment nature, not covered by otherxamples include: quizzes, panelality interviews.

usic, which would generally bebe of current popular appeal, oftenrent or recent record sales charts.

modern music, usually written andoung musicians.

mporary music considered to be”, as opposed to Pop, Rock orne of the specialised music styles,Country. Music in this category isalways, vocal, and usually of short

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If the display has stopped flashing, start again from step 2. If theunit finds a desired programme type, the corresponding channelnumber will flash for about 4 seconds, and then the station namewill flash for 7 seconds, which will remain lit.If you want to listen to the same programme type of anotherstation, press the RDS PTY button whilst the channel number orstation name is flashing. The unit will look for the next station.If no station can be found, “NOT FOUND” will appear for 4seconds.

To specify station names and select stations manually:You can select a station by specifying the name (BBC R1, BBC R2,etc.) from the stations stored in memory.Before starting this operation, you must store one or more stationnames in memory.

Descriptions of the PTY (ProProgramme) and TA (Traffic You can search for and recesignals.

1 Press the TUNER button to select the FM band.2 Press the or button on the remote control to select a

desired station.3 The station name will be displayed for 3 seconds. Then the

display will change.

NEWS Short accounexpressed view

AFFAIRS Topical prograthe news, geneconcept, includ

INFO Programmes wthe widest sen

SPORT Programme co

EDUCATE Programme intthe formal elem

DRAMA All radio plays

CULTURE Programmes cor regional cult

SCIENCE Programmes technology.

VARIED Used for mainlyof light-entertacategories. Egames, person

POP M Commercial mconsidered to featuring in cur

ROCK M Contemporary performed by y

EASY M Current conte“easy-listeningClassical, or oJazz, Folk or often but not duration.

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uncement made undertances to give warning ofer of a general nature.

receive only).

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ts are being broadcast.

LIGHT M Classical music for general, rather than specialistappreciation. Examples of music in this categoryare instrumental music, and vocal or choral works.

CLASSICS Performances of major orchestral works,symphonies, chamber music, etc., and includingGrand Opera.

OTHER M Musical styles not fitting into any of the othercategories. Particularly used for specialist music ofwhich Rhythm & Blues and Reggae are examples.

WEATHER Weather reports and forecasts and meteorologicalinformation.

FINANCE Stock Market reports, commerce, trading, etc.

CHILDREN For programmes targeted at a young audience,primarily for entertainment and interest, rather thanwhere the objective is to educate.

SOCIAL Programmes about people and things thatinfluence them individually or in groups. Includes:sociology, history, geography, psychology andsociety.

RELIGION Any aspect of beliefs and faiths, involving a God orGods, the nature of existence and ethics.

PHONE IN Involving members of the public expressing theirviews either by phone or at a public forum.

TRAVEL Features and programmes concerned with travel tonear and far destinations, package tours and travelideas and opportunities. Not for use forannouncements about problems, delays, orroadworks affecting immediate travel where TP/TAshould be used.

LEISURE Programmes concerned with recreational activitiesin which the listener might participate. Examplesinclude, Gardening, Fishing, Antique collecting,Cooking, Food & Wine, etc.

JAZZ Polyphonic, syncopated music characterised byimprovisation.

COUNTRY Songs which originatetradition of the ACharacterised by a narrative story line.

NATION M Current Popular Musthat country's lanInternational “Pop” inspired and in Englis

OLDIES Music from the so-cmusic.

FOLK M Music which has its rparticular nation, uinstruments. The naron historical events o

DOCUMENT Programme concerpresented in an inves

TEST Broadcast when teequipment or receive

ALARM ! Emergency annoexceptional circumsevents causing dang

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TP Broadcasts which ca

TA Traffic announcemen

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e using the remote control, press themain unit to activate the alarm.nd display in demonstration mode,

button.

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er type will blink.m time for 3 seconds.isplay will remain for 6 seconds. and iPod function is selected.

ut from right speaker only. power on mode.

p 2, if iPod unit is not detected during automatically change to BUZZER 1.ep 2, if disc is not detected during automatically change to BUZZER 1.ing another unit connected to AUX,unit will turn on and enter the clockever, the connected unit to AUX will

ory is erased (page 24), source willZER 1 even if TUNER is pre-selected

p 2, press and hold the ALARM button.nd hold the ALARM button after preset

utomatically set to the previous setting.

ton on main unit to activate and deac- activated:ill appear.M indicator will light up.

displayy, press either CLOCK button, UND/DEMO button.

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

Before setting the alarm:

Setting the alarm content

Notes:If steps 1 - 6 above are donALARM ON/OFF button on To switch off illumination apress the E SOUND/DEMO

Changing alarm source only

Activating and deactivating t

Checking the alarm settingPress the ALARM button.The selected source or buzzThe unit will display the alarDuring stand-by mode, the d

Example: The time is 10:00 AM

Notes:Buzzer sound will be outpAlarm will not activate duringWhen iPod is selected in stealarm activation, source willWhen CD is selected in stalarm activation, source willWhen performing alarm usselect AUX in step 2. The function automatically, hownot turn on or off.When the entire preset memautomatically change to BUZ(step 2).

1 Check that the clock is set to the correct time (refer page 13).If it is not set, you cannot use the alarm function.

2 For iPod playback: Insert iPod to the unit (refer page 15). 3 For TUNER: Set preset memory (refer page 24). 4 For CD playback: Insert disc to the unit (refer page 18).

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

2 Press the or button to select source or buzzer.

Press the ALARM button.

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

After source is selected in steIf TUNER is selected, press astation is selected in step 3.The time and volume will be a

Press the ALARM ON/OFF buttivate the alarm function. When

During power on, “ALARM” wDuring stand-by mode, ALAR

Switching off the sound and To turn off the sound and displaON/ STAND-BY button or E SO

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To confirm the remaining sleep time:

EEP” is indicated.g the unit to the stand-by

tion together

to the radio and wake up

SLEEP button on the XX”.

r about 10 seconds.e whilst it is displayed by .

SLEEP button to select button.

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m start time

End time

30 minutes

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

To turn off the alarm functionDuring alarm or snooze, press the ALARM ON/OFF button to turn itoff.

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

To cancel the sleep operation:Press the ON/STAND-BY button whilst “SLTo cancel the sleep operation without settinmode, proceed as follows.

To use alarm and sleep operaSleep and alarm:For example, you can fall asleep listening to iPod in the next morning.

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 thepreset time has elapsed.The volume will be turned down 1 minute before the sleep operation finishes.

1 Whilst “SLEEP” is indicated, press the remote control once to select “SLEEP X“XXX” is sleep remaining time.

The remaining sleep time is displayed foYou can change the remaining sleep timpressing the SLEEP button (steps 2 - 3)

1 Whilst “SLEEP” is indicated, press the “SLEEP OFF”, and press the MEMORY

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

2 Whilst the sleep timer is set, set the al(steps 1 - 6, page 30).

3 Activate the alarm (see page 30).

Sleep timer setting Alarm setting

Sleep operation will automatically stop

Alar

10 minutes - 2 hours

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yback sounds from VCR,

lace the unit away from the television.

to full at switch on and listen to musicsive sound pressure from earphonese hearing loss.gging the headphones, reduce the vol-

ave a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter plug andand 50 ohms. The recommended

hones disconnects the speakerslume using the VOL (+ or –) control.

und will be output to the speaker even.

o connect the VCR, DVD etc. to the

ent, connect the audio output to this to a television.

Y button to turn the power on.

n the main unit once or press theemote control repeatedly to selectill appear.

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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 isactivated.

/ button (main unit and remote control): The unit turns on andplayback of the last function starts (iPod, CD, TUNER, AUX).

Listening to the plaDVD, etc.

Note:To prevent noise interference, p

HeadphonesDo not turn the volume on at moderate levels. Excesand headphones can causBefore plugging in or unpluume.Be sure your headphones himpedance between 16 impedance is 32 ohms.Plugging in the headpautomatically. Adjust the voDuring alarm activation, soif headphones is plugged in

Red

WhiteVCR, DVD, etc.

To the line output sockets

RCA lead(not supplied)

White Red

1 Use a connection lead tAUX IN sockets.

When using video equipmunit and the video output

2 Press the ON/STAND-B

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operation in an extremelyon inside the cabinet or on

function. If this happens,mal playback is possible on the transmitter with a

ng external interferencectricity, abnormal supplyerated incorrectly, it may

ssible causeaded upside down?

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nitor’s input selection is y set. adaptor is used. not making full contact d connector.nit is in stand-by mode.

calling a service technician.If something is wrong with this product, check the following beforecalling your authorised SHARP dealer or service centre.

General

Remote control

Tuner

iPod

CondensationSudden temperature changes, storage or humid environment may cause condensatithe transmitter on the remote control.Condensation can cause the unit to malleave the power on with no disc until nor(about 1 hour). Wipe off any condensationsoft cloth before operating the unit.

If trouble occursWhen this product is subjected to stro(mechanical shock, excessive static elevoltage due to lightning, etc.) or if it is opmalfunction.

Symptom Possible causeThe clock is not set to the correct time.

Is the Summer Time switch set to the correct setting? (Refer to page 13)Did a power failure occur? Reset the clock. (Refer to page 34)

When a button is pressed, the unit does not respond.

Set the unit to the power stand-bymode and then turn it back on.If the unit still malfunctions, reset it. (Refer to page 34)

No sound is heard. Is the volume level set to “0”?Are the headphones connected?

iPod door not fully open/close.

Set the unit to the power stand-by and turn it on again.Reset it. (Refer page 34)

Symptom Possible causeThe remote control does not operate.

Is the AC power lead 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?

Symptom Possible causeThe radio makes unusual noises continuously.

Is the unit placed near the TV orcomputer?Is the FM aerial or AM loop aerialplaced properly? Move the aerialaway from the AC power lead if itis located nearby.

Symptom PoPlayback does not start.Playback stops in the middle or does not perform properly.

Is the disc loDoes the diIs the disc d

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

Is the unit lovibrations?Is the disc vHas condenunit?

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

The iPod isThe iPod isto the unit.Is the AC pplugged in?The video cconnected.The TV/monot properl

iPod will not charge Wrong iPodThe iPod iswith the iPoThe main u

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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 byresetting it.

Clearing all the memory (reset)1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by

mode.2 Whilst pressing down the SNOOZE/DIMMER button and the

E SOUND/DEMO button, press the 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 unitRemove the iPod and the disc from the unit. Then, set the unit to thepower stand-by mode. Carrying the unit with iPod left docked or discleft inside might damage both the unit and the iPod.

Cleaning the cabinePeriodically wipe the cabinetsolution, then with a dry cloth.

Caution:Do not use chemicals for may damage the cabinet finDo not apply oil to themalfunctions.

Cleaning the CD picIn order to ensure proper opmaintenance (cleaning of performed periodically. Lens Contact your local CD softwar

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the right to make design and specification changes for productimprovement without prior notice. The performance specificationfigures indicated are nominal values of production units. There maybe some deviations from these values in individual units.

General

mode is cancelled in the power stacancel the demonstration mode.

Tuner

CD player

Power source AC 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz

Power con-sumption

Power on: 34 WPower stand-by: 0.6 W (*)

Output power Front Speaker:RMS: 4 W (2 W + 2 W) (10% T.H.D.)RMS: 4 W (2 W + 2 W) (0.9% T.H.D.)

Subwoofer:RMS: 10 W (5 W + 5 W) (10% T.H.D.)RMS: 6 W (3 W + 3 W) (0.9% T.H.D.)

Speaker 1-way type light-up speaker systemFront Speaker: 6.5 cm (2-1/2") - 12 ohms - Full RangeSubwoofer: 10 cm (4") - 8 ohms - Woofer

Speaker maximum input power

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

Speaker rated input power

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

Output terminals

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

Input terminals

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

Dimensions Width: 500 mm (19-11/16") Height: 150 mm (5-7/8") Depth: 250 mm (9-7/8")

Weight 5.3 kg (11.7 lbs.)

Frequency range FM: 87.5 - 1AM: 522 - 1,

Type Single disc p

Signal readout Non-contactpickup

D/A converter Multi bit D/A

Frequency response

20 - 20,000

Dynamic range 90 dB (1 kH

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2. As this product is intended for private domestic use only, the guarantee will not apply if the productis used in the course of a business, trade or profession.

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