Tivoli iPAL AM/FM Radio

GUIDE TO FEATURES: REAR
4. HEADPHONE OUTPUT: Connect a headset to this stereo output for private listening. The head
phone volume will be controlled by the iPAL’s volume knob. Connecting a pair of headphones will
mute the iPAL’s main speaker. This jack accepts a 1/8" stereo male mini plug. You may also record
from the iPAL or use it as a high quality stereo tuner by using this output. Keep the rubber plug
inserted when this output is not in use.
5. BATTERY COMPARTMENT: Stores the Nickel-Metal-Hydride battery pack. Do not load any other
type of batteries in the compartment. See “Replacing the battery pack.”
About the battery pack:
The iPAL uses a sealed pack of 6 high capacity Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) cells. Unlike Nickel
Cadmium (NiCd) batteries, NiMH batteries have no memory effect, provide a longer operating time, and
do not use toxic metals. The front panel green LED serves both as a power indicator and battery power
and charge status indicator thanks to the PAL’s innovative Power Management System.
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– Fast Charge Mode: With the iPAL turned Off but plugged in, from full discharge, the batteries will be
completely charged within approximately 3.5 hours. During this period, the green LED will blink with a
long off/short on cycle. The LED will turn off when the batteries are fully charged. Once the iPAL has
been fully charged using the Fast Charge Mode, do not unplug it and then immediately plug it back in
again, as this will restart the Fast Charge Mode even though the batteries are fully charged. Doing
this repeatedly will damage the batteries. See also “Before You Begin”.
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– Trickle Charge Mode: With the iPAL On and plugged in, the batteries will be completely charged in
approximately 24 hours. During this period, the LED will remain On continuously.
1. AUXILIARY INPUT: This is one of the two primary sources of input for your iPODTM/MP3 or other
portable audio player. This input routes the audio through the iPAL’s main speaker. Just connect
the iPODTM/MP3 device’s audio output to this input. This jack accepts a 1/8" stereo male mini plug.
Note that you may need to adjust the volume level differently for an auxiliary device than the level
normally used for radio listening. Keep the rubber plug inserted when this input is not in use. The
second input option is wireless, via any third party FM transmitter (not included) in conjunction with
the iPAL’s FM tuner.
2. FM ANTENNA: When listening to FM, adjust this telescoping antenna and position it for best reception.
In strong FM signal locations, reducing the antenna’s length may provide better reception. When the
unit is not in use or when listening to AM, keep the antenna retracted to protect it. This antenna has
no affect on AM reception. For AM, rotate the iPAL itself to align the internal antenna for improved
reception. Buildings made with concrete, steel, or aluminum siding will hinder reception. Household
appliances, electric blankets,computers, CD players, and other electronic devices can also adversely
affect reception or inject noise. If you experience this, move the product further away from the offending
device, or plug it into an electrical outlet not shared by another device. Metal surfaces may hinder
AM reception.
3. AC/DC INPUT: Use this input to operate the iPAL using its included iPAL-PS Tivoli Audio AC power
supply or an optional 12VDC nominal, 500mA fused source. Should the power supply be damaged
or misplaced, use only a like replacement. The connector is a 5.5mm/2.1mm center positive connector.
Keep the rubber plug inserted when this input is not in use. When unplugging the power supply from
the wall outlet, do not pull on the cord.
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– Low Battery: With the iPAL turned On but not plugged in, as the batteries become discharged, the
Power Management System will cause the green power indicator LED to blink with a short off/long
on cycle, indicating the batteries are in need of being recharged. The blinking will grow faster as the
batteries get closer to discharge until the iPAL shuts itself off to protect the batteries. The remaining
playback time from the moment the blinking begins until the iPAL shuts off is estimated between 20
minutes and several hours. It is difficult to be more precise due to many factors including how long
and how loud the radio is played, and the remaining charge left in the batteries. For instance, the
iPAL will likely play longer off of the batteries at a low volume than at higher volume levels. As you
use your iPAL, you will develop a better idea of how much playback time you have before recharging
is necessary.
If the iPAL is turned on to FM or AM and the power indicator is off, then the batteries require recharging.
However, it is normal for the radio to play for a brief period if turned on after the LED has gone out.
If the iPAL is to be used away from an AC or other power source for an extended period of time, it is
wise to “top-off” the charge before use, especially if the LED is blinking. To do this, follow the procedure
described under “Fast Charge Mode”.
Note that the power indicator LED will blink with a different cycle during Fast Charge Mode while the
batteries are charging. Because the iPAL’s NiMH batteries have no memory, it is not necessary to wait
until the batteries are exhausted before recharging, although recharging from complete discharge will
also do no harm.
Leaving the iPAL plugged in, even when not in use, ensures the batteries will be charged when you
need them. If the iPAL is not plugged in, the batteries will self-discharge as a safety measure. There
is no harm in continuously operating the iPAL with the power supply.
Tivoli Audio will not pay for costs incurred due to correction of reception problems, elimination of externally
generated noise/static, loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of your product, or damaged caused by
this product.
Note: It may take up to 4 charge/discharge cycles before the batteries are operating at full capacity
when new or left unused for several weeks.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties or the exclusion of consequential damages,
therefore, these restrictions may not apply to you.
Replacing the battery pack:
When it comes time to replace the battery pack, lift the FM antenna up, remove the two
screws that hold the battery cover in place with a small Philips-head screwdriver. Lift the
battery cover off, disconnect the lead from the battery pack and replace the batteries, making sure to
correctly connect the leads. Replace the battery cover by inserting the bottom lip first, then screwing the
cover back on. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use an exact replacement MA-1
battery pack, available through Tivoli Audio or its authorized dealers, and dispose of the spent battery
pack according to your state/country’s regulations.
If you purchased an extended warranty from your dealer and service is required after the manufacturer’s
warranty has expired, you should contact your dealer to obtain service.
Please complete and return the enclosed card within 30 days of purchase to register your product for
warranty coverage, or you may register on-line at: www.tivoliaudio.com
For Service outside of the USA, please contact your local distributor.
Handling the iPAL:
– The iPAL is weather resistant, but it is not weather proof. It should not be immersed in water or held
under running water. It also should not be exposed to extreme temperatures.
– The iPAL is designed to be portable, but it is not indestructible. Do not drop it or subject it to strong impacts.
– Always grip the iPAL using the side indentations.
– The iPAL’s weather resistant cabinet is durable, but it is not impervious to scratches.
– The iPAL’s speaker is magnetically shielded, permitting use near a computer monitor or a television set.
– It is normal for the power supply to become warm during use.
– Exposing the iPAL to extended periods of direct sunlight or heat could damage the rubber coating.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model:
Type:
Driver:
Power:
Battery Pack:
Battery Current:
AC Adaptor:
Cleaning:
To clean the iPAL, use water and a soft cloth and do not rub hard. Use a mild soap only when necessary.
Dimensions:
Weight:
Headphones:
Avoid using headphones (not included) at high volume levels to prevent possible hearing damage.
Do not wear headphones while operating a motor vehicle.
All specifications subject to change without notice.
Tivoli Audio reserves the right to make product changes without notice.
Tivoli Audio, the Tivoli Audio logo, iPAL and The Henry Kloss Portable Audio Laboratory are trademarks
of Tivoli Audio, LLC. iPOD and iPOD MINI are trademarks of Apple Computer,Inc.
Warranty:
Tivoli Audio manufactures its products to very high standards and we are confident our products will
perform well. Accordingly, we warranty the Portable Audio Laboratory against manufacturing defects
in material and workmanship to the original owner, for a period of one year from the original date of
purchase.
This warranty does not extend to damage caused by improper use/installation, faulty ancillary equipment,
modifications, unauthorized repair, shipping damage or loss, abuse, accidents, use on improper voltage/current, lightning or other acts of God, normal wear and tear, commercial use, scratches to exterior
surface, or purchases from unauthorized dealers. Proof of purchase as evidence the unit was purchased
from an authorized dealer within the warranty period may be required for warranty service. Should service
be necessary, DO NOT return the product without first contacting your dealer or Tivoli Audio. This warranty
is non-transferable.
For more information about other exciting audio products by Tivoli Audio,
please visit our website or contact us directly:
Tivoli Audio
One Broadway, Suite 600
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02142
Tel: 877-297-9479
www.tivoliaudio.com
With the exception of replacing the batteries, please resist the temptation to take apart your radio.
There are no user serviceable parts, and any attempt at modifying or repairing your radio will void the
warranty.
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Portable Audio Laboratory (iPAL)™
Portable, weather resistant, portable audio playback system and AM/FM radio
1 x 2.5" treated, magnetically shielded, full range driver
12VDC nominal - 15VDC maximum, 500mA
Model MA-1, NiMH, 7.2V, 1200mAh
500mA
Model PAL-PS:
UL: 120V-60Hz, 18W, 12VDC, 500mA, 6VA
CE: 230V-50Hz, 15W, 12VDC, 500mA, 6VA
3 11/16"W x 6 1/4"H x 3 7/8"D
2lbs
042004
OWNER’S MANUAL
Portable Audio
Laboratory (iPAL)
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
CAUTION
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as if the 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.
RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,
NE PAS OUVRIR
PRECAUCION
RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO
NO ABRIR
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.
This symbol 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.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
15) Operate this product only from the type of power source indicated on the rear panel. For products using an external power
supply, use an exact replacement if lost or damaged. For products operating from battery power, refer to the user manual.
16) Unplug this product 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 product.
c. If the product has been exposed to water or rain.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f. When the product exhibits a distinctive change in performance.
17) When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer.
18) Upon completion of any service, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to confirm the product is in proper
operating condition.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
19) This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This product generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference with 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 product on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. For example, do not
use near a bathtub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, and the like.
6) Clean only with dry cloth. Do not use aerosol or liquid cleansers. Unplug the product before cleaning.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not block openings by
placing on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. Do not place in a built-in installation such as a rack or bookshelf unless
proper ventilation is provided. Do not push objects of any kind through openings.
20) Keep this product a safe distance away from naked flame, such as a lit candle.
21) Do not expose this product to splashing or dripping. Objects containing liquid, such as vases or drinking glasses, should not
be placed on top of this product.
22) The recommended operating temperature range is 5 degrees C to 40 degrees C (41-104 degrees F).
23) The 12VDC input is suited for operating this product in a boat or camper using an optional 12VDC, 1A fused adaptor.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) 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 is
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet. Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords.
iPAL INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations on your purchase of a truly unique entertainment product. We believe the rechargeable
and weather resistant Portable Audio Laboratory (iPAL) is one of the finest portable audio products on
the market. It is sure to enhance your iPODTM/MP3 and radio listening experiences at home or on the go.
We know you are eager to use your new iPAL, but please take a moment to fully read this owner’s manual
and accompanying Safety Instructions in order to take full advantage of your iPAL.
The iPAL is the first truly portable, rechargeable audio system for the iPODTM and iPODTM Mini, and includes
our acclaimed Henry Kloss AM/FM tuner. Capabilities include wired or wireless playback, and a power
choice of regular AC, 12VDC, or extended playback battery system. If you have any questions, do
not hesitate to contact your dealer or Tivoli Audio directly. It is a good idea to save the carton and
original packing should you ever need to ship your radio, as shipping damage is not covered by
the factory warranty.
On behalf of all of us, thank you for choosing Tivoli Audio, and enjoy your new iPAL!
About Tivoli Audio:
Tivoli Audio was started by Tom DeVesto with the goal of bringing simple to use, high-quality audio products to the consumer at reasonable prices. His long professional association with Henry Kloss includes
co-founding Cambridge SoundWorks*. As the CEO and head of research and development at his former
company, Tom was responsible for many of the best-selling home entertainment and multi-media products on the market today. He also held senior management positions in product development for both
Advent and Kloss Video. Tom is uniquely qualified to introduce Henry Kloss’ designs.
Portable Audio Laboratory designer Henry Kloss (1929-2002) began his long love affair with audio back
in the early 1950’s when, as a student at M.I.T., he began building speaker enclosures for fellow students who wanted to exploit the sound of live FM broadcasts of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. With
encouragement from the M.I.T. lab staff and Major Edwin Armstrong, the inventor of FM, he co-founded
Acoustic Research in 1952. Here, Henry helped develop the revolutionary AR1 acoustic suspension
loudspeaker which forever changed the way audio was reproduced. In 1957 he went on to co-found KLH
where he introduced audio enthusiasts to the Model Six loudspeaker, Model Eight FM table radio, and
Model 11 portable phonograph. Ten years later he founded Advent where, along with great sounding
speakers, he produced one of the first projection TVs (which he won an Emmy for) and one of the first
consumer cassette decks with Dolby B** noise reduction. Kloss Video entered the picture in 1977. After
Kloss Video, Henry co-founded Cambridge SoundWorks in 1988 along with long time associate Tom DeVesto,
bringing factory-direct savings in hi-fi and producing the number-one selling multi-media speakers. In
2000, at the age of 70, Henry emerged from retirement to once again team-up with DeVesto to produce
the critically acclaimed Model One mono table radio.
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1 AC power supply
1 Nickel Metal Hydride battery pack (installed)
1 warranty registration card
1 3.5mm to 3.5mm mini-plug audio cable
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Please contact your dealer or Tivoli Audio if any of these items are missing.
Tivoli Audio
One Broadway, Suite 600
Cambridge, MA 02142
1.877.297.9479
www.tivoliaudio.com
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For your safety, the iPAL is shipped from the factory with partially charged batteries. It is normal
for the iPAL to play straight out of the box, however, it is good practice to fully charge the unit
with the following procedure: With the unit off, connect the power supply to the iPAL and plug
it into a wall outlet to charge the batteries. (See “Fast Charge Mode”).
Like many rechargeable devices, there may be a delay before the LED starts to blink when
the iPAL is brand new and first plugged in, or when left unused for several weeks. This is a
feature of the Power Management System designed to protect the batteries from damage.
Should you experience this, you may “jump start” the “Fast Charge Mode” by playing the iPAL
(while plugged in) for approximately 2-3 hours and then turning it off (but still plugged in). The
green LED should begin to flash at that time indicating Fast Charge Mode is active. In order
to complete the charge cycle, leave the iPAL plugged in for an additional 4-5 hours even if the
LED has stopped blinking.
**Dolby B is a registered trademark of Dolby Labs, Inc.
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iPAL
1. TUNING DIAL: Turn the analog dial to the right or to the left to change the FM and AM frequency
range. The 5:1 tuning gear ratio provides easy, accurate tuning. The FM tuner’s Automatic
Frequency Control (AFC) locks on to the center of the station for lowest distortion and best reception.
2. POWER INDICATOR: Indicates when the unit is on as well as the charging mode and battery status.
See the section marked “About the battery pack”.
3. SOURCE KNOB: Turn the knob 1 click up to select the FM band or 2 clicks up to select the AM band.
4. VOLUME: Turn the volume knob up to increase the volume or down to decrease the volume of
the iPAL’s speaker. Since the iPAL is portable, please be considerate of others around you when
increasing the volume level. This knob will also control the level of headphones (not included)
when connected.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
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Before you begin:
Bear in mind it may take up to 4 charge/discharge cycles before the batteries are operating at
full capacity when the iPAL is new or has been unused for several weeks. Leaving the iPAL
plugged in even when not in use ensures the batteries will be charged when you need it. If
the iPAL is not plugged in, the batteries will self-discharge as a safety measure. There is also
no harm in playing the iPAL continuously while plugged in.
*Cambridge SoundWorks is a registered trademark of Creative Technology, Singapore.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus. When removing the power cord from the wall outlet, grasp it by the plug, not the cord.
GUIDE TO FEATURES: FRONT
Packed with your iPAL you should find:
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