Handbook Manuel Handbuch Handleiding mi so lo ni CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR Class II product This equipment is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth (`ground' in the U.S.). safety guidelines 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. WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. The lightning flash with an 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 product. CAUTION: In Canada and the USA, to prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the plug to the wide slot in the socket and insert the plug fully into the socket. Many of these items are common sense precautions but, for your own safety and to ensure that you do not damage the unit, we recommend that you read them. Important safety instructions This product is designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. However, you should be aware of the following installation and operation precautions. 1.Take heed of warnings and instructions You should read all the safety and operating instructions before operating this equipment. Retain this handbook for future reference and adhere to all warnings in the handbook or on the equipment. 2. Water and moisture The presence of electricity near water can be dangerous. Do not use the equipment near water ­ for example next to a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, etc. 3. Object or liquid entry Take care that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through any openings. Liquidfilled objects such as vases should not be placed on the equipment. 4. Placing the equipment Only use a rack or shelf that is stable and strong enough to support the weight of this equipment. 5.Ventilation Do not place the equipment on a bed, sofa, rug or similar soft surface, or in an enclosed bookcase or cabinet, since ventilation may be impeded. We recommend a minimum distance of 50mm around the sides and top of the equipment to provide adequate ventilation. 5. Heat Locate the equipment away from naked flames or heatproducing appliances such as radiators, stoves or other appliances that produce heat. 6. Climate The equipment has been designed for use in moderate climates and in domestic situations. 8. Cleaning Unplug the unit from the mains supply before cleaning. The case should normally only require a wipe with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use chemical solvents for cleaning. We do not advise the use of furniture cleaning sprays or polishes as they can cause indelible white marks. 9. Power sources Only connect the equipment to a power supply of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the equipment. The primary method of isolating Solo Mini from the mains supply is to use the switch on the rear of the unit. Solo Mini must be installed in a manner that makes disconnection possible. 10. Power-cord protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to the point where they exit from the equipment. 11. Power lines Locate any outdoor antenna/aerial away from power lines. 12. Non-use periods If the equipment is not being used for an extended period, we recommend that you unplug the power cord of the equipment from the outlet, to save power. 13. Abnormal smell If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected from the equipment, turn the power off immediately and unplug the equipment from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer and do not reconnect the equipment. 14. Servicing You should not attempt to service the equipment. Contact your dealer to arrange servicing. 15. Damage requiring service The equipment should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: A. the power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged, or B. objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the equipment, or C. the equipment has been exposed to rain, or D. the equipment does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance, or E. the equipment has been dropped or the enclosure damaged. Safety compliance This equipment has been designed to meet the IEC/EN 60065 international electrical safety standard. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: Due to the mains switch being located on the rear panel, the apparatus must be located in an open area without anything obstructing access to the mains switch. Mains plug/appliance coupler is used to disconnect device and it shall remain readily operable. Correct Disposal of this product This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household waste throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal and to conserve material resources, this product should be recycled responsibly. To dispose of your product, please use your local return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. E-2 Contents safety guidelines ...........................................E-2 welcome... ... and thank you for purchasing the Arcam Solo Mini music system. Arcam has been producing high-quality audio components for nearly thirty years. During that time we have amassed a wealth of knowledge on both the design and construction of audio components in order to give the best sound performance for the price. The design of Solo Mini is a distillation of this knowledge into a compact and easy-to-use package that is intended to give you years of listening enjoyment while taking just a few minutes to learn how to use. This handbook is intended to give you a detailed guide to using the Solo Mini music system. It starts by giving advice on installation, moves on to describe how to use the product and finishes with additional information on the more advanced features. Use the contents list shown on the right to guide you to the section of interest. We hope that your Solo Mini music system will give you years of trouble-free operation. In the unlikely event of any fault, or if you simply require further information about Arcam products, our network of dealers will be happy to help you. Further information can be found on the Arcam web-site at www.arcam.co.uk. welcome..........................................................E-3 overview .........................................................E-4 top panel/ front panel .................................. E-5 rear panel...................................................... E-6 positioning .....................................................E-7 Positioning the unit ..........................................................E-7 Power .......................................................................................E-7 Thermal protection .........................................................E-7 Interconnect cables..........................................................E-7 Speaker installation ..........................................................E-8 Connecting speakers ......................................................E-8 iPod connection .................................................................E-9 USB connection .................................................................E-9 speakers .........................................................E-8 other inputs ................................................... E-9 radio ............................................................. E-10 Which radio aerial? .......................................................E-10 playing sounds..............................................E-12 Playing a CD .....................................................................E-12 Listening to radio ...........................................................E-12 DAB .......................................................................................E-13 AM/FM .................................................................................E-13 Playing tracks from a USB memory device....E-13 Inserting batteries into the remote control...E-14 Using the remote control .........................................E-14 Continual improvement policy Arcam has a policy of continual improvement for its products. This means that designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. E-3 mi so lo ni system menu ................................................ E-16 Configuring the listening settings..........................E-16 Setting the clock .............................................................E-17 Setting alarms ...................................................................E-18 The Solo Mini development team remote control ...............................................E-14 clock/alarm ....................................................E-17 technical specification .................................. E-19 Worldwide Guarantee ...............................................E-20 Claims under guarantee.............................................E-20 Problems?............................................................................E-20 On-line registration ......................................................E-20 product guarantee .......................................E-20 English Important safety instructions .....................................E-2 Safety compliance .............................................................E-2 overview Solo Mini represents a new dimension in experiencing music. Using the most advanced digital processing chipset and A/D conversion technology, together with near silent slot-loading CD transport, Solo Mini brings the performance normally associated with high-fidelity separates to a new audience of style-conscious music lovers. The resulting sound is simply world class, and all the more astonishing because of Solo Mini's compact size. Arcam developed the world's first DAB radio and the clarity of reception will bring hours of musical enjoyment from DAB, FM or AM (market dependent). Music from iPod® can be seamlessly integrated using Arcam's rDock or rLead. Solo Mini takes over the control and amplification with iPod text appearing on the front panel display of the unit. The Solo remote control supplied with Solo Mini is simple to use and able to control the sound from a range of sources, from CD, radio, television, iPod/Tape or a games console. At last a compact but powerful two-channel sound system with a level of performance that will bring your music to life. IN E-4 top panel/ front panel playing. Press again to eject a stopped disc. When playing a CD, pressing and holding