Important Cautions Thank you for purchasing this system. Please read these operating instructions before operating the unit. The operating instructions should be retained for future reference. For your safety CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Laser Product This product is equipped with low power laser equipment. For your own safety do not remove any covers or take the product apart. Repair work must be carried out by qualified personnel. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit. This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit. Caution: This product is equipped with low power laser equipment inside, for your safety, don't open the laser radiation protective equipment. Don't look at the laser radiation district when the equipment is operating. The rating label is located on the base of the amplifier unit. Precautions This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. ................................. DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between the pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug before making or changing connections. DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment ................................. DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DON'T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects filled with liquids, such as vases, to be placed on the equipment and don't handle the power cord with wet hands. DON'T place hot objects or naked flame sources such as lighted candles or nightlights on, or close to equipment. High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fires. -1- DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws - to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions. DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people. DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way - switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. ................................. ABOVE ALL, NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case - this could result in a fatal electrical shock. NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind...it is better to be safe than sorry! Correct Handling of Batteries Improper or incorrect use of batteries may cause corrosion or battery leakage, which could cause fire, personal injury or damage to property. Use only the types of the batteries which are indicated in this manual. Do not install new batteries with used ones. Install the batteries correctly by following the polarity (+ and -) indications in the battery compartment. Do not dispose of the used batteries as domestic waste. Dispose of them in accordance with the local regulations. Small button cell batteries such as used in the remote handset for this unit are easily swallowed by young children and this can be dangerous. Keep loose button cells away from young children and make sure that the battery holder tray is secure in the remote control. Seek medical advice if you believe a cell has been swallowed. -2- Table of Contents Important Cautions .............................................................................................................................. 1 For your safety ........................................................................................................................................... 1 Precautions ................................................................................................................................................. 1 Correct Handling of Batteries ..................................................................................................................... 2 Package Contents .............................................................................................................................. 4 Product Overview .............................................................................................................................. 5 The CD/MP3 Player .................................................................................................................................... 5 The Amplifier ............................................................................................................................................... 5 Remote Control Overview .................................................................................................................. 6 Installation of Battery .......................................................................................................................... 7 Connections ........................................................................................................................................ 8 Connecting the Antenna .............................................................................................................................. 8 Connecting the Speakers ............................................................................................................................ 8 Connecting Control Cable ........................................................................................................................... 8 Connecting the iPod Docking ...................................................................................................................... 9 Connecting Auxiliary Equipment (AUX INPUT) ........................................................................................... 9 Connecting Auxiliary Equipment (LINE OUT) ............................................................................................. 9 Connecting the Headphones ....................................................................................................................... 9 Connecting the AC Power Plug ................................................................................................................. 10 Turning the Power On and Off ........................................................................................................ 10 Setting the Clock ............................................................................................................................... 10 Sound Quality ................................................................................................................................... 11 Adjusting the Volume ................................................................................................................................. 11 Adjusting the super bass ............................................................................................................................ 11 Control the Loudness ................................................................................................................................. 11 Preset Equalizer .......................................................................................................................................... 11 Changing the Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) Darkness .................................................................... 11 Listening to Radio Broadcasts ......................................................................................................... 11 DAB Radio .................................................................................................................................................. 11 FM Radio ................................................................................................................................................... 13 Presetting Stations .................................................................................................................................... 13 To change the FM Reception Mode ........................................................................................................... 13 RDS (Radio Data System) Reception ............................................................................................... 14 CD Operation .................................................................................................................................... 14 CD Playing ................................................................................................................................................ Direct Select track .................................................................................................................................... To Skip Search and Play ........................................................................................................................... To Search ................................................................................................................................................... Text Display During Playback ................................................................................................................... Program Play ............................................................................................................................................ Random Play (CD and MP3 discs) ........................................................................................................... Playing the Beginning (Intro) of each Track ............................................................................................. Playing Repeatedly ................................................................................................................................... 14 14 14 14 14 15 15 15 15 MP3 Disc Playing .............................................................................................................................. 15 Playing Repeatedly ................................................................................................................................... 16 Use the USB ..................................................................................................................................... 16 Use the iPod portable player ............................................................................................................ 17 Setting the Sleep Timer ..................................................................................................................... 17 Setting the Daily on Timer ................................................................................................................. 18 Disc Handling .................................................................................................................................... 19 Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................ 20 Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 21 -3- Package Contents Make sure all of the following contents are included. The unit Speakers x 2 Remote control (P.N.: AXM136iP0001) Control cable (P.N.: AXM136iP0002) Speaker cable x2 (P.N.: AXM136iP0003 DAB/FM Antenna (P.N.: AXM136iP0004) Stand (P.N.: AXM136iP0005) Instruction Manual (P.N.: AXM136iP0006) Addendum (P.N.: AXM136iP0007) iPod Dock Adaptor (NANO) iPod Dock Adaptor (MINI) iPod Dock Adaptor (20GB+U2) iPod Dock Adaptor (20GB+30GB) iPod Dock Adaptor (40GB) iPod Dock Adaptor (VIDEO 30GB) i-Pod Docking (P.N.: AXM136iP0008A) iPod Dock Adaptor (VIDEO 60GB) (P.N.: AXM136iP0008B) (P.N.: AXM136iP0008C) (P.N.: AXM136iP0008D) (P.N.: AXM136iP0008E) ...