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Model iH52 The Home System For Your iPod ® Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com[...]
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Table of Contents Caution Information ........................................................................................................................................................ 1 A Consumer Guide to product Safety ....................................................................................................................... 2-[...]
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1 CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE P ARTS INSIDE. REFER SER VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. W ARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is in[...]
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When used in the directed manner , this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensur e your personal safety . However , improper use can r esult in potential electrical shock or fire hazar ds. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use, and keep these instructions handy for future r eference. T ake s[...]
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A Consumer Guide to Product Safety 3 8. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and build-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grou[...]
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A Consumer Guide to Product Safety 4 10. Objects and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids ar e not spilled into any openings or vents located on the product. 11. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the pr oduct manufacturer . 12. Lightning and Power Surge Protection – Unplug the unit [...]
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A Consumer Guide to Product Safety 5 FCC Information 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 interfer ence received, including interfer ence that may cause undesired operation. W ar ning: Changes [...]
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6 quick start: connections Connect provided connector cable from the back of the Subwoofer to the back of the Receiver and tighten screws. Attach a pair of speaker wires from the matching red and black terminals on the Subwoofer to those on each speaker (red to red, black to black). 1:subwoofer 2:speakers a) Snap the AM antenna into the provided st[...]
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7 quick start 8:shuffle Select the insert that matches your iPod (see table below) and place in universal dock. 6 : inserts Insert iPod into dock (iPod must not be in a skin or case). The iPod will charge while docked. To play, press the iPod Button on iH52 to select iPod mode. Press the Play Button. 7 : iPod T able 1: S electing an Inser t iPod na[...]
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Controls and Indicators 8 RECEIVER (rear panel) RECEIVER (top panel) Power On/Off Button Preset Button Dock Aux/iPod/Shuffle Button FM antenna Sync cable port * S-video Out Jack * AM antenna Composite Video Out Jack * Line in Jack DST/Radio Button Play/Pause Button Display Button V olume + But[...]
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9 Using the iH52 Connections Connecting the Subwoofer to the Receiver a) The iH52 comes with a connector cable to connect the Subwoofer to the Receiver. DO NOT USE THIS CABLE TO CONNECT ANY OTHER DEVICE, SUCH AS A COMPUTER. DOING SO WILL DAMAGE YOUR UNIT. b) Attach one end of the cable to the Subwoofer and tighten the screws until firmly attached. [...]
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Optional: Connecting to a computer a) Use the USB cable included with your iPod to connect your docked iPod to a computer via the Sync Port on the rear of the Receiver. This can be used to sync your iPod with iTunes. During sync operation, your iPod will not be controlled by the iH52. Optional: Connecting to an AV device (TV, VCR, etc.) a) The iH52[...]
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Install/Replace Backup Battery The iH52 uses a backup battery system to provide continuous clock settings in the event of a power failure. If the Battery Low Icon located on the right of the display is flashing, it is time to replace the backup batteries. Please make sure the AC adaptor is connected, otherwise all settings may be lost during batter[...]
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Using The Remote Control Unit Install/Replace the Remote Control Batteries The remote control batteries are already installed at the factory. When the remote control stops operating or its range seems reduced, replace the batteries with new ones. 1. The battery door is located on the back end of the unit. 2. Press to release the battery door latch.[...]
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13 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Problem Solution Unit doesn’t respond (no power) Subwoofer power cord isn’t plugged into a wall outlet Plug the AC cord into a wall outlet Wall outlet is not functioning Plug another device into the same outlet to confirm the outlet is working. Test any switches that may control the outlet iPod does not dock [...]
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14 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Problem Solution iPod didn’t charge up iPod is not docked properly Remove your iPod from the dock and check for obstruction on the connectors in the dock and on your iPod. Then reseat it in the dock. iPod is locked up/ frozen iPod battery has problem Please make sure your iPod is working properly before docking[...]
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Síntoma La unidad no funciona (no circula corriente eléctrica) El adaptador de AC no está conectado al tomacorriente o el conector no está conectado a la ficha en la parte posterior de la unidad Conecte el adaptador de AC al tomacorriente y también conecte el conector a la ficha en la parte posterior de la unidad El tomacorriente no funciona C[...]
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El iPod no carga El iPod no está instalado correctamente Quite el iPod del encastre y retire la posible obstrucción del encastre o de su iPod. Vuelva a colocar el iPod dentro del encastre. El iPod está trabado/no responde La batería del iPod podría tener algún inconveniente Por favor asegúrese de que su iPod funcione correctamente antes de c[...]
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iHome Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI Technologies), warrants this product to be fr ee from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and conditions, for a period of 90 days from the date of original purcha se. Should this product fail to function in a satisfactory manner, it is best to first[...]