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Summary of Contents for Sonic Blue Rio EX1000
- Page 2 Copyright © 2002 SONICblue Incorporated. All rights reserved. SONICblue Incorporated does not assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this document or make any commitment to update the information contained herein. Rio is a registered trademark of RioPort, Inc. in the USA and/or other countries and is used under license. All other product names may be trademarks of the companies with which they are associated.
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Page 3: Safety Warnings
Safety Warnings CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage, which can cause electric shock, is present inside this unit. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents ... 2 AFETY ARNINGS NSTALLING YOUR XECUTIVE HELF YSTEM Front Panel View ...4 Remote Control ...5 Rear Panel View ...6 Where to Install your Executive Shelf System ...7 Connecting your System to the Power Supply ...7 Inserting Remote Control Batteries ...7 Connecting to an External Source ...8 CD Digital Out Jack ...8 Connecting the Speakers ...8... -
Page 5: Front Panel View
Front Panel View Function (TUNER/CD/TAPE) REC/Pause Demo On/Standby CD Synchro Headphone Jack Connector CD Repeat Stop Disc Compartment Skip or Search Mono/ST CD Door open/close Multi Jog S.Bass Sound Mode Volume Power Surround Sleep Push Eject (Cassette Door Open/Close) -
Page 6: Remote Control
Remote Control On/Standby EQ/S.Bass Tape Rewind Tape Fast-Forward Rec/Pause, CD SYNCHRO REV. Mode Repeat CD Stop Program/Set Skip or Search TUNE/CD Mode Mono/ST Mute Volume Control Band CD Play Random Tape Counter Reset Cassette Deck Stop Cassette 6Deck Play Sleep Timer On/Off Timer/Clock... -
Page 7: Rear Panel View
Rear Panel View 1. AUX Input 2. AM Antenna Connector Terminal 3. FM Antenna Connector Terminal 4. SUBWOOFER Speaker 5. MAIN Speaker... -
Page 8: Where To Install Your Executive Shelf System
Where to Install your Executive Shelf System To take full advantage of your new Executive Shelf System, follow these installation instructions before connecting the unit. Install the system on a flat, stable surface. Never place this unit on carpeting. Never place this unit in an outdoor area. Maintain an open space of approximately 6 inches (15 cm) on the sides and rear of the system, for ventilation purposes. -
Page 9: Connecting To An External Source
Connecting to an External Source The auxiliary input can be used to take advantage of the sound quality of your Executive Shelf System when listening to other sources. Examples: A television A video disc player A Hi-Fi stereo video cassette recorder To connect the external source, the source must have an audio out- put. -
Page 10: Connecting The Am Antenna
Connecting the AM Antenna The AM antenna can be: Placed on a stable surface Fixed to the wall (you must first remove the base) The AM antenna connector terminals are located on the rear of the system and are marked AM ANT. To avoid noise interference, check that the speaker wires do not run close to the antenna wires. -
Page 11: Viewing The Various Functions On Your System
Viewing the Various Functions on Your System You can view the various functions available on your system. Press the Demo button. Result: The various functions available are listed in turn on the display. All these functions are described in detail in this guide. For instructions on how to use them, refer to the appropriate sec- tions. -
Page 12: Playing Cd/Mp3-Cd Discs
Press the PLAY/PAUSE( ) button. Your CD Player will take a few moments to scan through all the tracks recorded on a particular MP3-CD. The title of the song may be indicated on the display only if directly downloaded from a PC or if the purchased MP3-CD is sorted according to titles (directory). -
Page 13: Scanning A Cd Track
What is MP3? MP3 means MPEG1 Layer 3, the global standard for audio signal compression technology. It uses digital compression technol- ogy to compress original sound data by up to 12 times without sound quality degradation. File Compatibility The unit will playback files created in MP3 format (Mpeg1.Layer3) with * .mp3 as their extension. -
Page 14: Random Play Function
Random Play Function You can listen to the tracks on a compact disc in random order. Press the Random button. If this button is pressed when the CD is being played back or stopped, any track recorded in the CD may be selected to playback again. When you have finished the random playback, press Random button again. -
Page 15: Programming The Order Of Playback
Programming the Order of Playback *This function does not operate while using an MP3-CD. You can decide: the play order of the tracks to skip certain tracks The play order of up to 24 may be programmed. If the CD function is selected, stop the player by pressing Load the selected CD. -
Page 16: Searching For And Storing Radio Stations
Searching for and Storing Radio Stations You can store up to: 15 FM stations 15 AM stations Switch the system on by pressing On/Standy ( Select the required band by pressing TUNER/Band on the front panel or Band on the remote control. Result: The appropriate indication is displayed: To search for a Press TUNE/CD Mode... -
Page 17: Listening To A Cassette
Listening to a Cassette Always treat your cassettes with care; refer, if necessary, to the section entitled “Precautions When Using Audio Cassettes” on page 22. Switch the system on by pressing On/Standby ( Open the cassette deck by pushing on the corner of the cover marked Push Eject ( ) until you hear a click. -
Page 18: Recording A Compact Disc
Recording a Compact Disc You can record a compact disc on a cassette in two different ways: Synchronized recording Direct recording Synchronized recording This feature enables you to synchronize the start of the recording with the start of the disc or track of your choice. Switch the system on by pressing On/Standby ( Insert a blank cassette in the cassette deck. -
Page 19: Timer Function
Timer Function The timer enables you to switch the system on or off at specific times. Example: You wish to wake up to music every morning. If you no longer want the system to be switched on or off automatically, you must cancel the timer. Before setting the timer, check that the current time is correct. -
Page 20: Mute Function
Mute Function You can turn the sound off temporarily on your system. Example: You wish to answer a telephone call. Press Mute. To switch the sound back on (at the same volume as before), press Mute again or the VOL+/VOL- buttons. Selecting an Equalizer Preset Your Executive Shelf System is equipped with a preset equalizer that allows you to choose the most appropriate balance between treble... -
Page 21: Setting The System To Switch Off Automatically
Setting the System to Switch off Automatically While listening to a compact disc or a cassette, you can set the system to switch off automatically. Example: You wish to go to sleep to music. Press Sleep. Result: The is displayed: 90 MIN Press Sleep one or more times to indicate how long the system should continue playing before it switches off:... -
Page 22: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions The following diagrams illustrate the precautions to be taken when using or moving your Executive Shelf System. Ambient operating conditions: Do not expose the unit to direct sun Ambient temperature 41°F-95°F radiation or other heat sources. Humidity 10-75% This could lead to overheating and malfunction of the unit. -
Page 23: Precautions When Using Compact Discs
Precautions When Using Compact Discs Handle your compact discs with care. Always hold them by the edges to avoid leaving fingerprints on the shiny surface. When you have finished playing a compact disc, always put it back in its case. Do not fix paper or adhesive tape to the discs and do not write on the label. -
Page 24: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Both the design specifications and these user instructions are subject to change without notice. RADIO Signal/noise ratio Usable sensitivity Total harmonic distortion Signal/noise ratio Usable sensitivity Total harmonic distortion COMPACT DISC PLAYER Frequency range Signal/noise ratio Distortion Channel separation Disc sizes CASSETTE DECK Frequency range... -
Page 25: Warranty
Rio EX1000 Executive Shelf System Support With every Rio EX1000 Executive Shelf System you receive the following support services: Unlimited access to the Rio Web-based technical information resources, which are available 24 hours a day at http://www.riohome.com. Here you will find FAQ files, a knowledge base search engine, product updates, and other useful tools.