Sony RDPXF100IP Operating Instructions - Page 2

Operations Antenna Remote sensor Display Docking Tray VOL + and  on the unit and the remote commander have a tactile dot. Before using the unit To turn on/off the power Press  (power power) button indicator will light up in green when the unit is turned on. To adjust the volume Press VOL +/−. Note • While the unit is turned off, only the  (power) button will function. Power management system After playback of the iPod (or component connected to AUDIO IN jack) has finished, if no operation is performed for about 20 minutes, the unit will automatically turn off. Notes • While the unit is turned on, if no operation is performed for more than about 30 seconds, the display turns off. In this case, press DISPLAY to turn on the display again. • The unit cannot be turned on with the remote commander when the AC power adaptor is disconnected. Power off hold function You can set the power off hold function in order to avoid unintentional powering on while carrying the unit. To set the power off hold function Press and hold  (power) when the AC power adaptor is disconnected. "HOLD" flashes 2 times and the display turns off. The unit cannot be turned on by pressing  (power) while the power off hold function is set. To cancel the power off hold function Press and hold  (power). "RELEASE" flashes 2 times and the power off hold function is canceled. The unit will turn on automatically. Tip • The power off hold function will be canceled if you connect the AC power adaptor to the unit. Opening/closing the Docking Tray You can enjoy audio from iPod by setting it in the Docking Tray of this unit. When setting an iPod in the unit, be sure to use the supplied universal dock adapter with your iPod or commercially available products from Apple Inc. If you are using an iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4, attach the supplied universal dock adapter for iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 before connecting. The adapter number, ,  or , is shown on the underside of the supplied universal dock adapters.  is for the iPhone,  is for the iPhone 3G & iPhone 3GS and  is for the iPhone 4. Check the adapter number before use. Universal Dock Adapter    Notes • To use an iPod, refer to the user's guide of your iPod. • The connector of the unit is exclusively for use with an iPod. If you use a device that does not match the connector, connect it to the AUDIO IN jack of this unit with the supplied audio connecting cable. • Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded on an iPod is lost or damaged when using an iPod connected to this unit. • For details of environmental conditions for operating your iPod, check the website of Apple Inc. To set the iPod 1 Press PUSH OPEN on the Docking Tray at the front of this unit to open. The tray clicks to lock at the open position. 2 Attach the adapter for your iPod/iPhone. 3 Set your iPod/iPhone in the tray. Tip • Remove the case or cover from your iPod before setting it in the tray to ensure a stable connection. To close the Docking Tray Press and hold LOCK RELEASE on the corner of the Docking Tray and close the tray. Playing an iPod 1 Press  (power). 2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until "iPod" appears in the display.  3 Press . The iPod begins to play back. You can operate the connected iPod by this unit or the buttons on iPod. To Press Turn off the iPod Press and hold . Pause playback  To resume play, press again. Go to the next track  (forward) Go back to the previous  (backward)* track Locate a point while listening to the sound  (forward) or  (backward) while playing and hold until you find the point. Locate a point while observing the display on iPod  (forward) or  (backward) in pause and hold until you find the point. Go back to the previous MENU menu Select a menu item or a track for playback  (up)/ (down) Execute the selected menu ENTER item or begin playback * During playback, this operation returns you to the beginning of the current track. To go back to the previous track, press twice. Notes • When placing or removing the iPod, hold the iPod at the same angle as that of the connector on this unit, and do not twist or bend the iPod as connector damage may result. • Do not carry the unit with an iPod set on the connector. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • When placing or removing the iPod, hold the Docking Tray securely. • Before disconnecting the iPod, pause playback. On copyrights iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. "Made for iPod," and "Made for iPhone" mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance. To use this unit as a battery charger for your iPod You can use the unit as a battery charger for your iPod. Charge your iPod when the AC power adaptor is connected. The charging status appears in the display of iPod. For details, see the user's guide of your iPod. Tip • You can also charge your iPod without the AC power adaptor by pressing FUNCTION to select "iPod" when the battery indicator shows Level 1 or Level 2. Listening to the radio 1 Press  (power). 2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until "RADIO" appears in the display. Frequency digits appear in the display after a short period. 3 Press and hold TUNING +/− until the frequency digits begin to change in the display. The unit automatically scans the radio frequencies and stops when it finds a clear station. If you cannot tune in a station, press TUNING +/− repeatedly to change the frequency step-by-step. When an FM stereo broadcast is received, "STEREO" appears.   Tips • If you touch or operate an iPod connected to this unit while listening to the radio, noise may occur. Avoid touching or operating the iPod in this case. • If you are listening to the radio with an iPhone connected to the unit, interference with radio reception may occur. Remove the iPhone in this case. To improve the reception Extend the telescopic antenna to its full length and adjust the angle for best reception. Presetting radio stations You can preset up to 20 radio stations in the unit's memory. 1 Press MENU. 2 Press / to select "AUTO PRESET," and press ENTER. The stations are stored in memory from the lower frequencies to the higher ones automatically. Tip • To go back to the previous status, press MENU before pressing ENTER to set. If a station cannot be preset automatically You may need to preset a station with a weak signal manually. 1 Tune in the station you want. 2 Press MENU. 3 Press / to select "PRESET," and press ENTER. 4 Press / to select the desired preset number, and press ENTER. The new station replaces the old one. Tip • To go back to the previous status, press MENU before pressing ENTER to set in step 4. To play preset radio stations Press PRESET +/- to tune in a stored station.   Setting an FM stereo broadcast to monaural sound You can set an FM stereo broadcast to monaural sound, if FM reception is noisy. 1 Press MENU. 2 Press / to select "ST/MONO," and press ENTER. 3 Press / to select "MONO," and press ENTER.  The FM broadcast will play in monaural. Tips • For stereo sound, select "STEREO" in step 3. • To go back to the previous status, press MENU before pressing ENTER to set in step 3. Connecting optional components You can enjoy the sound from an optional component such as a portable digital music player through the speakers of this unit. Be sure to turn off the power of each component before making any connections. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the component to be connected. 1 Connect the AUDIO IN jack on the back of the unit to the line output jack of the portable digital music player or other component using an audio connecting cable. 2 Press  (power) to turn on the unit. 3 Turn the connected component on. Note • Adjust the direction of the antenna by holding the bottom of it. The antenna can be damaged if you move the antenna with excessive force. 4 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until "AUDIO IN" appears in the display. The sound from the connected component is output from the speakers of this unit. AUDIO IN DC IN 20V To external equipment Audio connecting cable (supplied) Notes • Refer also to the connected equipment's manual. • The supplied audio connecting cable may not be usable with some external equipment. In this case, use a cord suitable for the external equipment you are using. • If you listen to the radio with external equipment connected, turn off the connected equipment to prevent noise. If noise occurs, even when the equipment is turned off, disconnect and place the external equipment away from the unit. Selecting audio emphasis (equalization) You can adjust the emphasis of the sound. Press SOUND repeatedly to select the desired audio emphasis.          Troubleshooting General The power will not turn on when the AC power adaptor is connected. • Make sure the AC power adaptor is connected to the wall outlet firmly. The power will not turn on when the AC power adaptor is disconnected. • The power off hold function may be set. In this case, cancel the power off hold function. (See "Power off hold function.") • The rechargeable battery may be depleted. In this case, connect to the AC power adaptor to charge the battery. (See "Preparing a power source.") The buttons on the unit do not function. • When the unit is turned off, only the  (power) button functions. Turn on the unit before operation. The rechargeable battery is depleted. • Connect to the AC power adaptor to charge the battery. There is no audio. • Adjust the VOL +/−. Noise is heard. • Ensure that the unit is not in the vicinity of in-use portable phones, etc. The display turns off. • If no operation is performed for more than 30 seconds, the display turns off. Press DISPLAY to turn on the display again. "ERROR" appears in the display and the unit turns off automatically. • If this symptom occurs frequently, consult your nearest Sony dealer. iPod There is no audio. • Make sure the iPod is connected firmly. Operation is not performed. • Make sure the iPod is connected firmly. The iPod cannot be charged when the AC power adaptor is disconnected. • You cannot charge the iPod when the battery power of the unit is low. The Docking Tray cannot be closed. • Press and hold the LOCK RELEASE while closing the Docking Tray. Radio Reception is poor. • Extend the antenna to its full length, and orientate for best FM reception. Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 4 ohm loads both channels driven, from 150 Hz -10,000 Hz; rated 18 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 10 % total harmonic distortion. Section for iPod DC out: 5V MAX: 500mA Radio section Frequency range Band Frequency FM 87.5 MHz − 108 MHz Channel step 0.1 MHz General Speaker Approx. 7.6 cm (3 inches) dia. 4 Ω Input AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack) Power output 20 W + 20 W (at 1% harmonic distortion) (With the AC power adaptor) Power requirements Rechargeable battery pack: NH - 2000 RDP Battery life See "Battery life" of "Using the rechargeable battery" for details. External power source DC IN 20V Dimensions Approx. 356.0 mm × 162.8 mm × 119.7 mm (w/h/d) (14 1/16 inches × 6 7/16 inches × 4 3/4 inches) Mass Approx. 1.9 kg (4 lb 3 oz) Supplied accessories Remote commander (1) AC power adaptor (1) AC power cord (1) Audio connecting cable (1) Universal dock adapter for iPhone (1) Universal Dock Adapter for iPhone 3G & iPhone 3GS (1) Universal Dock Adapter for iPhone 4 (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. The audio is weak or is of poor quality. • Move the unit away from the TV. The TV picture is unstable. • If you are listening to an FM program near the TV with an indoor antenna, move the unit away from the TV. Remote The remote does not function. • The unit cannot be turned on with the remote commander when the AC power adaptor is disconnected. In this case, press  (power) on the unit to turn on. • Replace the battery in the remote commander with a new one if it is weak. • Make sure that you are pointing the remote at the remote sensor on the unit. • Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote and the unit. • Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to strong light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light. • Move closer to the unit when using the remote. If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Compatible iPod/iPhone models Compatible iPod/iPhone models are as follows. Update your iPod/iPhone to use the latest software before you use it. iPhone 4 iPhone 3GS iPhone 3G iPhone iPod touch 3rd generation iPod touch 2nd generation iPod touch 1st generation iPod nano 5th generation (video camera) iPod nano 4th generation (video) iPod nano 3rd generation (video) iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum) iPod nano 1st generation iPod classic iPod 5th generation (video) iPod 4th generation (color display) iPod 4th generation iPod mini Notes • In these Operating Instructions, "iPod" is used as a general reference to iPod functions on an iPod or iPhone, unless otherwise specified by the text or illustrations. • The connector of the unit is solely for use with an iPod. If you use devices that do not have the same connector, connect to the AUDIO IN jack of this unit with the supplied audio connecting cable. • Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to an iPod is lost or damaged when using an iPod connected to this unit.