SP-229I
Owner’s
Handbook
iPod docking station
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
CAUTION!
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in the literature accompanying this unit.
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constituting a risk of electric shock is present
within this unit.
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a slightly damp cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Do not install or operate near any heat sources such
as radiators, stoves, or other apparatus that produce
heat.
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 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.
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock,
do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The
product must not be exposed to dripping and splashing
and no object filled with liquids such as a vase of
flowers should be placed on the product.
No naked flame sources such as candles should be
placed on the product.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate this device.
Caution: Usage of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous exposure.
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IMPORTANT
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 communication. However, this
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 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.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
Use this appliance only with the supplied AC Adaptor.
Using non-approved power supplies will void the
warranty.
Mains Supply: The mains operating voltage of the
AC Adaptor is marked on a rating plate on the AC
Adaptor.
The means of disconnecting this appliance from
the mains supply is the AC adaptor. This should be
unobstructed and readily operable at all times.
INTRODUCTION
INDEX
INDEX
Important safety information...................................1
Introduction.............................................................2
Unpacking................................................................2
The SP-229I is a stylish, remote controlled iPod docking
station with dual reflex speakers and with a video output to
feed video programs from video equipped iPod models to a
TV.
Controls and connections..........................................3
Remote control.........................................................5
Adaptors...................................................................6
PRELIMINARIES
UNPACKING
Carefully unpack the unit. If it is damaged, please return it to
your nearest Tesco store for replacement. Remember to take
your purchase receipt with you.
Retain the User Handbook. If you pass the unit on to a third
party make sure you pass on the handbook.
We suggest you retain the packaging. If you dispose of it, do
so having regard to any recycling regulations in your area.
CONTENTS
The carton should contain:
• The SP-229I docking station
• AC adaptor
• Remote control including battery
• Set of 3 x iPod adaptors
• Video out cable (yellow plugs)
• Audio in cable (grey plugs)
• Operating Manual
If any items are missing or damaged, contact your nearest
TESCO store for a replacement. Have your receipt ready when
you call. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it, do so
having regard to any recycling regulations in your area.
Getting started.........................................................7
Power control...........................................................7
Docking and playing an iPod....................................7
Volume control, selecting a source...........................8
Video connection and playback................................9
Tone controls..........................................................10
Troubleshooting.....................................................10
Care & Maintenance...............................................10
Specifications.........................................................10
Warranty................................................................10
LOCATION
Place the unit on dry stable surface away from heat and
damp and where it is unlikely to fall or be knocked over.
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CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
FRONT VIEW
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Standby button
Source select button
Mute button
Volume down button
Volume up button
iPod docking connector
iPod dock adaptor
CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
BACK VIEW
a Audio In jack
b Video Out jack
c DC In jack
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REMOTE CONTROL
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES
BEFORE FIRST USE
To prepare the remote control for first use, pull out the safety
strip to activate the battery.
REPLACING THE BATTERY
When replacing the battery in the remote control, refer to the
diagram below.
1. Press the catch across.
2. While holding the catch, open the battery door.
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Up button
Source button
Play/pause button
Next button
Enter button
Down button
Volume up button
Increase treble button
Volume down button
1)
1!
1@
1#
1$
1%
1^
1&
1*
Decrease treble button
Repeat button
Shuffle button
Reset tone button
Decrease bass button
Increase bass button
Menu button
Previous button
Standby button
3. Fit the battery observing polarity as shown. When
replacing the battery, use only the same CR2025 type
specified.
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BATTERY DISPOSAL
Dispose of used batteries with regard to the recycling
regulations in your area. Do NOT short circuit batteries or
throw them into water, the general rubbish or in a fire.
Weak batteries can leak and damage the remote control.
Replace them in good time!
iPod ADAPTORS
Before docking your iPod you must first check if your iPod
has a docking connector. Early iPod models do not have one
and cannot be docked to your unit. The docking connector is
located on the base of the iPod as shown below.
SELECTING AN ADAPTOR
LIST OF SUPPLIED ADAPTORS
1) iPod video (60GB & 80GB), iPod classic (160GB).
1# iPod nano (3rd Gen).
1$ iPod touch (1st Gen, 8GB & 16GB).
Other iPod models with dock connectors
Your iPod may have been supplied, packed with a standard
dock adaptor. If so, this can be used as the docking bay on
your unit is compatible with adaptors supplied by Apple.
Docking Connector
Before docking your iPod, you must first fit the correct iPod
adaptor to the docking bay. Each iPod adaptor matches the
shape of a particular iPod and is necessary to ensure that
your iPod is securely held when docked.
iPod adaptor
Docking bay
If you don’t have a dock adaptor
If your iPod was not supplied with a standard dock adaptor,
you can buy one from Apple on-line. To determine the exact
model of your iPod, refer to this web-link - http://support.
apple.com/kb/HT1353. You can then browse the iPod
accessories page on the Apple website to find an adaptor for
your iPod model that can be purchased on-line.
Once you have located the correct adaptor for your iPod, press
it gently into the iPod Docking Bay before attempting to dock
your iPod.
FINDING THE CORRECT iPod ADAPTOR
Your iPod docking system is supplied with a selection of
docking adaptors that are compatible with several models
in the iPod range. Refer to the table of iPod models in the
next column which lists the adaptor numbers (marked
underneath the adaptor), compatibility and instructions for
obtaining an adaptor for unlisted models.
NOTE: Do not dock an iPod without fitting the correct adaptor,
you may damage the iPod and your unit.
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CONNECTING OTHER iPod
MODELS (INC SHUFFLE)
If you own an iPod Shuffle, a model without dock connector
or prefer to connect your iPod by cable, you can connect the
sound output to the Audio Input jack on the rear panel.
Headphone socket
To the Audio
Input jack
• Using the 3.5mm stereo jack to jack cable (supplied,
with grey plugs), connect one end of the cable to the
headphone socket of the iPod, and the other end to the
Audio Input jack on the back panel.
• To listen to your iPod, follow the instructions under
‘External Sources’ on page 8 for playing equipment
connected to the Audio Input jack.
NOTE:- The volume control of the iPod must be turned up
when playing through the Audio Input jack.
NOTE:- An iPod connected to the Audio Input jack cannot be
operated from the remote control.
GETTING STARTED
CONNECTING POWER
Before connecting the power, check that the mains voltage
on the rating plate of the AC adaptor is the same as the
voltage in your area.
• Plug the DC cord from the AC adaptor into the DC jack on
the back of the unit.
• Plug the AC adaptor into the wall socket and switch the
mains power on.
The unit is now ready for use.
NOTE:- The AC adaptor may become warm during operation
- this is normal.
POWER CONTROL
STANDBY CONTROL
To turn the docking station on:
• Press the button.
The unit will switch on and the buttons on the top panel will
light.
DOCKING AN iPod
DOCKING YOUR iPod
To dock your iPod:
• Set the unit to Standby.
• Check that the correct iPod adaptor is fitted to the docking
bay (see previous page).
• Locate the iPod on the Docking Connector and press it
gently home.
The iPod is now ready to play.
To remove your iPod from the dock:
• Set the unit to Standby.
• Grip the iPod at the sides.
• Lift the iPod gently from the dock.
CHARGING AN iPod
When an iPod is docked, the iPod will begin to charge
automatically.
NOTE:- The iPod will charge at all times that the unit is
connected to mains power.
To turn the docking station off:
• Press the button.
The unit will switch off. When set to Standby the lights in the
top panel buttons will switch off.
Auto Standby:
The unit will also set to standby automatically, approximately
two minutes after music has finished playing from a docked
iPod or a source connected to the Audio Input jack.
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PLAYING FROM AN iPod
Playing from a docked iPod:
• Set the iPod to play.
You can also operate your iPod functions from the control
panel or the remote control.
iPod playback functions:
• Press the /, button to toggle between Play and Pause
mode at any time.
• Press the } or { button on the remote control to select
the next or previous track on your iPod.
• Press the button to scroll through the repeat modes
available on the iPod.
The display on the iPod will show the repeat mode set.
• Press the button to switch shuffle mode on or off.
The display on the iPod will show if shuffle mode is set.
iPod menu functions:
When an iPod is docked and playing you can navigate the
menus from the keys on the control panel or remote control.
• To move up through the iPod menu, press Menu.
• To scroll up and down options displayed on the iPod menu,
press the M or N button.
• To select menu items, press the Enter button on the
remote control.
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
To increase the volume:
• Press the + button on the top panel or the
the remote control.
button on
To decrease the volume:
• Press the - button on the top panel or the button on the
remote control.
EXTERNAL SOURCES
The Audio Input jacks on the back panel may be used to
connect sound sources with a Line or Headphone analogue
output to play through your unit. These may include • iPod models that cannot be docked to the unit
• MP3 players
• CD walkman players
• Tape walkman players
• Personal computers or laptops
Connecting to the Audio Input jack
• Connect the Audio Input cable (supplied, with grey plugs)
between the headphone or LINE/AUX output of the
personal audio player and the Audio Input jack on the
back panel.
Playing the external source
• Press the button to select the external source.
• Set your personal audio player/computer to PLAY.
• Set the listening volume to the level you want.
If there is no sound or if the volume level is not loud enough,
you may need to increase the volume setting on your personal
audio player/computer.
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CHANGING SOURCE
SOUND SOURCES
To switch between sound from a docked iPod and sound from
an external source:
• Press the button repeatedly to switch between the
two sources.
VIDEO CONNECTION
Your docking station includes a video output jack to feed video
signals to a TV from an iPod which has video capability.
NOTE:- The TV must have a composite video (CVBS) video
input.
To connect the docking station to a TV:
• Connect the video cable (supplied, with yellow plugs) to
the Video Out jack on the back panel.
• Connect the other end of the cable to a Composite video
(CVBS) input of the TV. A suitable input will often be
located under a flap on the front or side of the TV. The
video input jack will be coloured yellow.
VIDEO PLAYBACK
Switching on the iPod video output:
Before viewing photo or video programs on your TV you
will need to switch on the iPod video output. The iPod video
output selector is generally found as follows • Navigate to the ‘Videos’ or ‘Photos’ menu of the iPod.
• Select ‘Settings’.
• Select ‘TV out’.
• Set ‘TV out’ to On.
The video signal from the iPod dock connector will now be
enabled.
Typical video connection to a TV
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Selecting the correct input on your TV:
• Set the TV input selector to the AV input that you used
when connecting the Video cable.
Playing the video:
• Using the remote control, navigate to select the video
you want to watch on the iPod display and set it to play.
The picture will play on the TV and the sound will play from
your docking station.
BASS AND TREBLE
You can change the equalisation of the sound to suit your
taste by adjusting the bass and treble settings.
To adjust the bass sound:
• Press the Bass + button repeatedly to boost the bass
sound. You can boost by up to three steps.
• Press the Bass - button repeatedly to cut the bass sound.
You can cut by up to three steps.
You will hear the change in bass sound as you change the
setting.
To adjust the treble sound:
• Press the Treble + button repeatedly to boost the treble
sound. You can boost by up to three steps.
• Press the Treble - button repeatedly to cut the treble
sound. You can cut by up to three steps.
You will hear the change in treble sound as you change the
setting.
To return the bass and treble settings to ‘flat’ (no bass
or treble boost or cut):
• Press the By Pass button to restore a ‘flat’ response.
TROUBLESHOOTING
No response from the remote control
The remote control battery may be exhausted. Check by
replacing the battery.
No sound/low volume from an external source:
Check that the volume control is turned up on the external
source.
No picture on the TV when playing videos or photos:
Check that the video connections are correctly made.
Check that the correct AV input is selected on the TV.
Check that the iPod video output is enabled.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CARE AND CLEANING
All care and cleaning operations should be carried out with
the unit unplugged from the mains power.
The surface of the unit can be cleaned with a barely damp
cloth and then dried carefully. Never use abrasives, abrasive
cloths or chemical solvents .
WARRANTY & SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Supply Voltage, Current :.. 12V , 2A
AC Adaptor input:............. 100-240V ~,47-63Hz, 1A
AC Adaptor output:.......... 12 V , 2A
Net Weight:...................... 1.06 kg
Class II construction double insulated.
This product must not be connected to earth.
UK: Waste electrical products/batteries should
not be disposed of with household waste.
Separate disposal facilities exist, for your nearest facilities see www.recycle-more.co.uk or
in-store for details.
ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste
electrical products/batteries should not be
disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your
Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
WARRANTY
Your Tesco appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months
from the date of purchase. If a fault develops during this
period, please contact the TESCO electrical help line on 0845
456 6767. Please have your original purchase receipt with
you when you call. This warranty in no way affects your consumer rights.
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Tesco Stores Ltd,
Delamare Road, Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9SL
Technika Helpline: 0845 456 6767 (Calls cost up to 4p per minute from a BT landline, other providers may vary)
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