Curtis iP1490UK Owner's Manual
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MODEL NO. iP1490 UK
IPOD RADIO CD MICRO SYSTEM
OWNER'S MANUAL
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PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before using the unit, be sure to read all operating instructions carefully. Please note that these are general precautions and may not pertain to your unit. For example, this unit may not have the capability to be connected to an outdoor antenna.
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. CLEANING
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
6. ATTACHMENTS
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product's manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not use this product near water–for example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool.
8. ACCESSORIES
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table.
The product may fall, causing
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC) serious injury and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
8A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
9. VENTILATION
Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.
10. POWER SOURCES
This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION
This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
13. LIGHTNING
To protect your product from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
14. POWER LINES
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
15. OVERLOADING
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
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PREPARATION FOR USE
Power Sources
This portable audio system is designed to operate on either 24 0V AC, 5 0Hz house current.
AC Outlet
AC Plug
AC Operation
Unwind the AC cord and extend it to its full length. Insert the small end of the AC cord into the AC socket on the rear of the unit. Insert the other end of the AC cord into any convenient 24 0V AC,
5 0Hz household outlet.
Please note that this unit is equipped with a polarized AC plug which has one blade wider than the other. This is a safety feature to reduce the likelihood of electric shock. This polarized AC plug will only fit in a polarized AC outlet. If you find that you cannot insert this plug into your outlet, you may have an obsolete non-polarized outlet. Please do not try to defeat this safety feature by using a non-polarized adapter or by filing the wider blade to make it fit into your outlet. If this plug does not fit into your outlet, you should contact a qualified licensed electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Connecting the Speakers
Place the speakers on either side of the main unit.
Connect the speaker on the left side of the main unit to the "L" speaker jack on the back panel.
Connect the speaker on the right side of the main unit to the "R" speaker jack on the back panel.
Speaker wire with white strip will connect to "Red" speaker jack and speaker wire without the white strip will insert to "Black" speaker jack
Make sure the speaker wires are fully inserted and locked into the speaker jacks on the back panel of the main unit.
Right Side Speaker
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Left Side Speaker
LOCATION OF CONTROLS
MAIN UNIT:
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7 9 11
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1. POWER BUTTON
2. IR WINDOW
3. SLEEP BUTTON
4. EQ BUTTON
5. HEADPHONE JACK
6. REPEAT/M– BUTTON
7. MEM./CLK BUTTON
8. STOP/BAND BUTTON
9. SKIP/TUNE DN BUTTON
10. PLAY/PAUSE/M+ BUTTON
11. SKIP/TUNE UP BUTTON
12. iPOD BUTTON
13. FUNCTON BUTTON
14. VOLUME DN BUTTON
15. VOLUME UP BUTTON
16. CD OPEN/CLOSE AREA
17. CD DOOR
18. iPOD DOCKING (BACK SIDE)
19. SPEAKER BOX
20. LCD DISPLAY
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R E MOTE:
LOCATION OF R
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MOTE CONTROLS
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POWER
FUNC iPOD
STOP/BAND PLAY/PAUSE/M+
EQ
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ALBUM
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MEM/CLK SET
MENU/
PROG
MENU
PLAY LIST
SHUFFLE
SLEEP
M–
REPEAT
SELECT
MENU
VOL
TIMER DISP
REMOTE CONTROL
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1. FUNCTION BUTTON
2. POWER BUTTON
3. STOP/BAND BUTTON
4. ALBUM UP BUTTON
5. MENU/PROG/MEM/
CLK SET BUTTON
6. ALBUM DN BUTTON
7. SKIP DN BUTTON
8. SHUFFLE BUTTON
9. REPEAT/M– BUTTON
10. SLEEP BUTTON
11. DISP BUTTON
12. TIMER BUTTON
13. VOLUME DN BUTTON
14. MUTE BUTTON
15. VOLUME UP BUTTON
16. MENU DN BUTTON
17. SKIP UP BUTTON
18. SELECT BUTTON
19. PLAY LIST DN BUTTON
20. MENU UP BUTTON
21. PLAY LIST UP BUTTON
22. PLAY/PAUSE/M+ BUTTON
23. EQ BUTTON
24. iPOD BUTTON
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POWER SOURCES
(FOR REMOTE CONTROL)
BATTERIES
NOTE:
The button cell battery contains mercury, don't put in the trash. Recycle or dispose as hazardous waste.
NOTE:
You may need to remove a protective covering from the remote's battery compartment before using the remote control.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Setting up your micro system
Checking FM/AM Radio reception
Your micro system has a built-in antenna for AM radio. To improve reception, you need to rotate your unit.
Unwind the external FM wire antenna and extend it to its full length to improve FM reception.
Unpacking And Set Up
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Remove the main unit, the speakers, and the remote control unit from the display carton. Remove all packing materials from the components.
Unwind the AC power cord and extend it to its full length.
Unwind the external FM wire antenna and extend it to its full length.
Remove the twist-ties from the speaker wires.
Placement of the System
The system should be placed on a stable, level surface such as a table, desk, or shelf, convenient to an AC outlet, away from direct sunlight, and sources of excess heat, dust, moisture, humidity, vibration, or strong magnetic fields.
The speakers may be placed next to the main unit or as far apart as the speaker wires allow. We recommend that you leave a gap of approximately 1/2 inch between the main unit and the speakers so that any vibration from the speakers will not interfere with the CD player in the main unit.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Using your radio
1. Plug the AC Power cord into a power outlet.
2. Press the POWER button on the main unit or remote control to turn the system "On".
3. If necessary, press the FUNCTION button to select the Radio mode and the frequency will be shown in display.
4. To switch between FM and AM bands press the STOP/BAND button on the front panel or remote.
5. Automatic Tuning - Depress and hold the SKIP/TUNE UP or DN buttons until the display begins to move, then release the buttons. The tuner will scan up or down the band until it finds the first strong station, and then stop on that station. Repeat this process until the tuner stops on your desired station.
6. If you tune to an FM Stereo station the "(ST)" indicator appears in the display.
7. Manual Tuning - Press the SKIP/TUNE UP or DN buttons repeatedly until the display is showing the frequency of your desired station. Use the manual tuning method to tune to weaker stations that are bypassed during
Automatic Tuning.
Setting the time
To set the time on your radio:
1. With the power off.
2. Press and hold the MEM/CLK ADJ Button; "12Hr" will blink.
3. Press the SKIP/TUNE UP or DN Buttons to set the unit to the 24 hour
(24Hr) mode or 12 hour (12Hr) mode.
4. Press the MEM/CLK ADJ Button and the hours will blink.
5. Press the SKIP/TUNE UP or DN Buttons to set the current hour, then press the MEM/CLK again; the minute digits will blink. Press the SKIP/TUNE UP or DN Buttons to set the current minutes.
6.
Press the MEM/CLK Button to confirm the time.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Programming radio station presets:
You can program as many as 10 FM and 10 AM radio station presets. After you program a station, you can tune to the station by pressing one of the SKIP/TUNE
Buttons.
To program a radio station:
1. Press the POWER Button to turn on your radio.
2. Press the FUNCTION Button one or more times until TUNER appears on the display.
3. Press the BAND Button to select AM or FM.
4. Press and hold one of the SKIP/TUNE UP or DN Buttons to select a radio station.
5.
Press and hold the MEM/CLK Button to activate the programming mode.
6. Press one of the SKIP/TUNE UP or DN Buttons to select the preset number you want to assign the station to.
7.
Press the MEM/CLK Button to store the station with the preset number you selected.
8. Repeat Steps 4 through 7 to program additional presets.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
To tune to a radio station preset:
1.
Press the POWER Button to turn on your radio.
2.
Press the FUNCTION button one or more times until TUNER appears on the display.
3.
Press the STOP/BAND Button to select AM or FM.
4.
Press the M– or M+ Button one or more times until the preset number you want appears on the display.
To select an equalizer mode:
Press the EQ Button one or more times to select the mode you want
You can select:
* Classic
* Jazz
* Rock
* Pop
To select volume sound
Press the VOLUME UP or DN Buttons to increase or decrease volume sound.
MUTE FUNCTION
Press the MUTE Button, the speaker sound will be muting.
Listening to a CD
Your radio can play audio CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs. CD-Rs and CD-RWs must be finalized before you can play them on your unit.
To listening to a CD:
1.
Press the POWER Button to turn on your radio.
2. Press the FUNCTION Button one or more times until CD track "--" appears on the display.
3.
Press the OPEN/CLOSE area to open the CD door.
4.
Place a CD with the label side up into the CD center spindle.
5.
Close the CD door.
6.
Press the PLAY/PAUSE Button to start playback.
7.
To control the CD during playback:
* Press the PLAY/PAUSE Button to pause playback. Press the button
again to resume playback.
* Press one of the SKIP/TUNE UP or DN Buttons to go to the next or
previous track on the CD.
* Press and hold one of the SKIP/TUNE UP or DN Buttons to search for a
track on the CD.
8.
Press the STOP Button to stop playback.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
To set up a CD program (program up to 20 tracks):
1.
Press the POWER Button to turn on your unit, then Press the FUNCTION
Button one or more times until CD track "--" appears on the display.
2.
Insert a CD into the CD compartment. If the CD starts playing, press the
STOP Button.
3.
Press the MEM/CLK Button. "01" appears on the display.
4.
Press one of the SKIP/TUNE UP or DN Buttons one or more times to select the first track you want to program.
5.
Press the MEM/CLK Button to confirm your selection.
6.
Repeat Step 4 and 5 to add more tracks to your playlist.
7.
When you have finished setting, press the PLAY/PAUSE Button to begin programmed playback.
To cancel a CD program:
While the CD is playing, do one of the following:
* Press the STOP Button twice.
* Press the FUNCTION Button.
* Press the OPEN/CLOSE Button to open the CD tray.
* Press the POWER Button to turn off your radio.
To repeat a track or an entire CD:
1.
Press the POWER Button to turn on your radio.
2.
Press the FUNCTION Button one or more times until CD track appears on the display.
3.
Press the OPEN/CLOSE area to open the CD door.
4.
Place a CD with the label side up in the center spindle, then press the
OPEN/CLOSE area to close the door.
5.
Press the PLAY/PAUSE Button to start playback.
6.
Press the REPEAT/M– once, "REP" will appear on display.The selected track will play and repeat until you press the STOP button control.
7.
Press the REPEAT/M– twice, "REP ALL" will appear on the display.
All tracks of the disc will be repeated. To stop the disc play, press the STOP button control.
Notes: This operation also applies to CD program playback.
To shuffle playback
During CD on iPod playing, press the shuffle button select to shuffle/random playback and press again to cancel.
Note: This operation also applies to CD program playback.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
To active Timer function:
In power o ff mode, you depress the TIMER button 2 seconds, the "TIMER" appear on the display, that the unit will auto on at "TIMER on" time and will auto off at
"TIMER off" time
If you depress the TIMER button again, the TIMER function will be cancel.
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2.
3.
Press the TIMER button and the "TIMER on" will appear on the display.
Hold the TIMER button 2 seconds and the hour will blink. Press
SKIP/TUNE UP or DN buttons to set the "TIMER on" hour time, then press
TIMER button again, the minute digitals will blink. Press the SKIP/TUNE UP
or DN buttons to set the "TIMER on" minutes.
After the "TIMER on" setting, press the TIMER Button once, the
"TIMER off" appear on the display and the "TIMER off" hour will blink.
Press SKIP/TUNE UP or DN button to set the "TIMER off" hour time, then press TIMER button again, the minutes digits will blink. Press the SKIP/
TUNE UP or DN buttons to set the "TIMER OFF" minutes. Finally press the TIMER button to confirm the setting.
To start Sleep function:
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2.
Press the SLEEP button and "90" will appear and set the unit to turn off after 90 minutes. Each time you press the SLEEP button, the length of time decreases by 10 minutes.
After five seconds, the Sleep function will activate and the SLEEP indicator will light solid. Pressing the SLEEP button again unit "OFF" appears and turns off the sleep function.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS iPod ® Inserts
Your unit comes with removable inserts* to ensure your iPod ® fits properly in the dock on the top of the unit.
Model iPod mini iPod (fourth generation) iPod with color display iPod nano iPod with video (fifth generation)
# iPod Capacity
3 4GB, and 6GB
4 20GB, and U2 Special Edition
5 40GB
6 20GB, 30GB, and U2 Special Edition
7 40GB
8 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB
9 30GB
10 60GB, and 80GB
To Place an Insert
Select the insert for your iPod ® (see chart above). Using the correct insert ensures the proper fit for your iPod ® .
Gently press the iPod ® insert into the dock.
Carefully place your iPod ® into the dock.
To remove/replace an insert, first remove your iPod ® , then grip the insert and pull gently upwards.
Listening to your iPod ®
1. When the iPod ® play it. The iPod
is docked and in standby mode, press the IPOD Button on the unit to
® icon will appear on the display.
2. Press the PLAY/PAUSE Button to play the iPod.
3. Press the SKIP/TUNE UP or DN Buttons to skip next/previous song.
4. Press & hold the SKIP/TUNE UP or DN Buttons to fast-forward or fast-rewind during playback.
5. During playback, press once/twice the REPEAT Button to play repeatedly (repeat 1 or all).
6. During playback, press SHUFFLE Button to play shuffle/random mode and press again to cancel.
7. Press the STOP Button to stop playing.
Charging your iPod ®
When you docked your iPod ® and it recharges (until fully charged).
Note: iPod ® Shuffles will NOT charge.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Video Out
You will need a television or other video device that has a composite video input.
Securely dock the iPod ® .
Connect the yellow RCA cable (Not Included) into the rear video out jack on the unit.
Connect the other end of the yellow RCA cable to the video device.
For Movie Output
Press the IPOD Button on the unit.
Switch on the iPod ® Movie.
On the Main Menu choose Video then select Video Setting.
At the TV Out section set it to “ON”.
Switch back to movie library and play the movie of your choice.
For Photo View
Press the IPOD B utton on the unit.
Switch on the iPod ® Photo.
On the Main Menu choose Photo then select Slide Show Settings.
At TV Out section set it to “ON”.
Go to Photo Library and then press play. The slideshow will play on your device.
Note: The RCA Video input connector on a television is usually color coded yellow to match the color on the AV cable.
Note: When playing movies, the audio will only playback on the unit speakers.
Note: RCA Cable is not included.
Album & Playlist (For iPod only)
ALBUM: - Press the ALBUM UP/DN Buttons to increase or decrease the album number.
PLAYLIST: - Press the PLAYLIST UP/DN Buttons to cycle up or down through the playlists on an iPod.
AUX In:
The AUX in jack can be used to playback alternate audio signal sources on the unit speakers.
Make sure that your radio is turned off and unplugged from the power outlet.
Plug the audio connectors on 3.5mm audio cable into the clock radio.
Plug the other end of the audio cable into the Audio out jack on the audio input device.
Slide the FUNCTION button to AUX and display will appears AUX icon.
Turn on the external audio device and use the device's controls to control playback.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Stereo H eadphone Jac k
You may connect stereo headphones (not included) to the Headphone jack on the front panel of this system for private listening without disturbing others.
When headphones are connected the speakers are automatically shut off.
IMPORTANT: Before you connect your headphones, set the V OLUME control of this system to a low level. Then connect your headphones, put them on and gradually increase the volume to a comfortable listening level.
Remember that prolonged listening to loud music at high volume levels through headphones or the in-ear type " ear-buds " can result in hearing loss.
Maintenan c e
Carin g for Compa c t Dis c s
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Treat the disc carefully. Handle the disc only by its edges. Never allow your fingers to come in contact with the shiny, unprinted side of the disc.
Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc. tothe disc label.
Clean the disc periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use detergents or abrasive cleaners to clean the disc. If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit.If a disc skips or gets stuck on a section of the disc, it is probably dirty or dam-aged
(scratched).When cleaning the disc, wipe in straight lines from the center of the disc to theouter edge of the disc. Never wipe in circular motions.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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This unit is designed to play only discs bearing the identification logo as shown here. Other discs may not conform to the CD standard and may not play properly.
Discs should be stored in their cases after each use to avoid damage.
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight, high humidity, high temperatures, ordust, etc. Prolonged exposure or extreme temperatures can warp the disc.
Do not stick or write anything on either side of the disc. Sharp writing instruments or the ink may damage the surface.
Cleaning the Unit
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To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source when cleaning.
The finish on your unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other furniture. Use caution when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts.
Mild soap and a damp cloth may be used on the front panel.
To clean the lens
* If the lens get dirty, your player may skip or may not play a CD
1. Open the CD door.
2. Use a camera lens blower/brush to blow on the lens once or twice, brush the dust or particles off the lens, then blow again.
3. To remove fingerprints, use a dry cotton swab to wipe from the middle to outer edge of the lens.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
No sound is heard.
No sound is heard.
All or part of the CD will not play.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
GENERAL
Power is not on.
VOLUME Control is set to minimum.
Mute is on.
RADIO
Station has not been tuned properly.
FM reception is weak.
Wrong function is selected.
SOLUTION
Press the POWER button.
Adjust the VOLUME
Control.
Press Mute on remote.
Extend the FM cord.
Press the FUNCTION button to the radio position.
CD
CD is inserted incorrectly.
Make sure that the CD is placed in the tray with the label side up.
CD is scratched.
Try another CD.
CD is dirty
Clean the CD with soft cloth
CD is warped
Condensation has formed inside your CD player.
Function swtich is not set to CD.
Try another CD.
Remove the CD and leave the CD tray open for about one hour to let the CD player dry out.
Set Function switch to CD
CD compartment not closed
Close CD compartment door.
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PROBLEM
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION iPod
®
does not dock properly
Using no or wrong iPod
®
insert.
iPod
®
didnít install properly.
iPod
®
does not respond to the unit iPod
®
is not installed properly.
iPod
®
is locked up.
iPod
®
didnít charge up iPod
®
is not installed properly.
Make sure the dock insert is the proper fit for your iPod
®
.
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.
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.
Please make sure your iPod
®
is working properly before docking into the unit. Please refer to your iPod
® manual for details.
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.
SPECI
FICATIONS
Power Requirement: AC 240 V 5 0Hz
Frequency Range: FM 87.5 - 108 mHz
AM 530 - 1710 kHz
Power Consumption: 27 W
Max Output: 2.5 W
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LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
Audio Product / Telecom Product / TV / DVD Product
This quality product is warranted to be free from manufacturer’s defects in material and workman-ship, provided that the unit is used under the normal operating conditions intended by the manufacturer.
Should any problems arise with this product, it is highly recommended to visit our website at www.curtisint.com
.
To better serve our valued customers, additional copies of operating manuals and trouble shooting tips have been posted on our website.
If your query remains unresolved, please feel free to email our support team at: [email protected] or call our UK
Customer helpline at: 0 800 032 5264
TERMS OF WARRANTY
Curtis International LTD warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year on parts and 90 days on labor.
Nothing within this warranty shall imply that Curtis International LTD will be responsible or liable for any damage to any items placed in this product, whether due to any defect of the product, or its use, proper or improper.
This warranty is in addition to, and in no way impacts upon, your statutory rights.
TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT / CREDIT / or REPAIRS UNDER THIS WARRANTY
1. The original purchaser must present a copy of the original bill of sale and this service warranty card.
2. Any alterations, abuse, misuse, battery corrosion or accidental damage voids the warranty.
3. The warranty does not cover cabinets and non essential accessories.
4. No warranty or insurance contained or set out shall apply when damage or repair is caused by power failure; damage in transit by the consumer , or when moving the unit; improper power supply; use for commercial or industrial purposes; service calls resulting in customer education, etc.
5. The defective product should be taken to your original supplier
6. Curtis International LTD reserves the right to repair or replace the parts which have become defective.
Please record the appropriate information indicated below on this Warranty Card and retain with your proof of purchase.
Model No……………… Serial No……………………..
Date Purchased……………………………… Supplier / Retailer ………………………..

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