Remote Interactive Dock Contents Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . 2 DS-A2X Instruction Manual Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 About the RI Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Compatible iPods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Getting to Know the RI Dock . . . . . . . . . . 5 Remote Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Hooking Up the RI Dock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Using the RI Dock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Setting the OSD Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Controlling Your iPod without the OSD . 9 Controlling Your iPod with the OSD . . . 9 TV Display Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Setting the TV System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Other Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Setting the Remote Controller's ID . . .12 Using Your Amp's Remote Controller .13 Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo product. Please read this manual carefully before making any connections or using this product. By following these instructions, you'll get the best audio performance and the most listening pleasure from your Onkyo product. Keep this manual for future reference. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 En WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR 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. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Important Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 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. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 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. 14. Damage Requiring Service Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the apparatus, C. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or water, D. If the apparatus does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the apparatus to its normal operation, E. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in any way, and F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 2 Precautions 1. Recording Copyright--Unless it's for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder. 2. Care--Occasionally you should dust the unit all over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a clean cloth. Don't use abrasive cloths, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because they may damage the finish or remove the panel lettering. 3. Never Touch this Unit with Wet Hands--Never handle this unit or its power cord while your hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid gets inside this unit, have it checked by your Onkyo dealer. For Canadian Models NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. Modèle canadien REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. For some models Before use, connect the appropriate AC plug adapter to the AC adapter. The type of plug adapter depends on the place of purchase. Disconnect Connect For U.S. models FCC Information for User CAUTION: The user changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Notch For European Models Declaration of Conformity We, ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6, 82194 GROEBENZELL, GERMANY declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding technical standards such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and EN61000-3-2, -3-3. GROEBENZELL, GERMANY K. MIYAGI ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH 3 Getting Started About the RI Dock With the Onkyo RI Dock, you can easily play the music stored on your Apple* iPod* through your Onkyo audio system and enjoy great sound, and watch iPod slideshows and videos on your TV. In addition, the onscreen display (OSD) allows you to view, navigate, and select your iPod's playlists (artists, albums, songs, genres, composers) on your TV, and with the supplied remote controller, you can control your iPod from the comfort of your sofa. , which stands for Remote Interactive, is an exclusive Onkyo control system that allows all -capable Onkyo audio components to be turned on or off together, and your amp to turn on automatically and select the appropriate input source when playback is started on a source component. It also allows you to control your iPod with your amp's remote controller. In this manual, the DS-A2X Remote Interactive Dock is referred to as the "RI Dock." Package Contents Make sure you have the following items: · DS-A2X Remote Interactive Dock · AC adapter (1.4 m, 4.59 feet) Adapter varies from country to country. · AV cable (1.8 m, 5.90 feet) · cable (1.7 m, 5.57 feet) · Remote controller with button-type battery (CR 2025) · Instruction manual Features Play your iPod music through your Onkyo audio system and enjoy great sound View, navigate, and select your iPod's playlists (artists, albums, songs, genres, composers) on your TV Control your iPod from the comfort of your sofa with the supplied remote controller Watch iPod videos and slideshows on your TV Supports all iPods with an iPod connector, except 3rd generation iPods Charges your iPod's battery while you enjoy your music Compatible iPods Made for: · 5th Generation iPod (iPod with video) · iPod photo (iPod with color display) · 4th Generation iPod · 2nd Generation iPod nano · 1st Generation iPod nano · iPod mini Note: · 3rd generation iPods are not supported. · Before using the RI Dock, update your iPod with the latest software, available from the Apple Web site at: www.apple.com For the latest information on the RI Dock, see the Onkyo Web site at: www.onkyo.com * iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. 4 Getting Started--Continued Getting to Know the RI Dock iPod adapter RI MODE switch Set it to match your amp's input display (see below). Remote control iPod connector sensor iPod slot Amp input display VIDEO OUT jack jack RI MODE switch See your amp's instruction manual for details on changing the input display. On some amps, you press and hold the [TAPE] button to change the input display from TAPE to MD, CDR, HDD or DOCK. AUDIO OUT L/R jacks DC IN 5V 1A jack Amp remote controller's mode To control your iPod with your amp's remote controller, select the matching remote control mode. MD TAPE CD-R HDD/DOCK MD TAPE CD-R HDD/DOCK MD TAPE CD-R HDD/DOCK MD TAPE CD-R HDD/DOCK TAPE MD CDR HDD or DOCK TAPE MD CDR HDD/DOCK Adjusting the iPod Adapter The iPod adapter needs to be adjusted to match your particular iPod. Insert your iPod into the RI Dock. If there's a gap between the back of your iPod and the adapter, turn the adapter counterclockwise to close the gap. Turning the adapter counterclockwise moves it forward. Turning it clockwise moves it backward. Forward Backward 5 Getting Started--Continued Remote Controller D Play/Pause [ / ] button Starts or pauses playback of the selected song. E Previous and Next [ ]/[ ] buttons The Previous [ ] button selects the previous track. During playback it selects the beginning of the current track. The Next [ ] button selects the next track. Press and hold the Previous [ ] button to rewind. Press and hold the Next [ ] button to fast forward. F SHUFFLE button Sets the Shuffle function to Songs, Albums, or Off. G PLAYLIST/PAGE MODE [ ]/[ ] buttons Used to select the page modes. During playback or when the OSD mode is set to Off, they select playlists. H ALBUM/PAGE [ ]/[ ] buttons Used to page through the playlists (artists, albums, songs, genres, composers) displayed on your TV. During playback or when the OSD mode is set to Off, they select albums. I RESUME button Used to resume playback. It has no function when the OSD mode is set to Off. J SELECT button Used to select songs and menus on the onscreen display and iPod. K Up and Down arrow [ ]/[ ] buttons Used to navigate songs and menus on the onscreen display and iPod. L REPEAT button Sets the Repeat function to One, All, or Off. M VOLUME [ ]/[ ] buttons Adjust the volume on the Onkyo amp or AV receiver. They don't affect the iPod's volume setting. 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 J K L 7 8 M Remove the plastic film before using the remote controller. A SETUP button Used to set the TV system (PAL/NTSC) and the remote controller's ID. B MODE button Sets the OSD mode to On or Off. C MENU button Used to select the previous menu on the onscreen display and iPod. 6 Getting Started--Continued Replacing the Battery Use only a battery of the same type (CR 2025). 1. To open the battery compartment, press the small hollow and slide open the cover. Aiming the Remote Controller When using the remote controller, point it toward the RI Dock's remote control sensor, as shown below. Remote control sensor m x. 5 pro ft.) Ap (16 2. While pressing the tab as shown, slide out the old battery. Slide the new battery into the battery compartment with the positive side facing up. RI Dock 3. Slide the cover shut. Notes: · If the remote contro ...