Mint 130 User Manual

Mint 130 USER GUIDE
GUIA DEL USUARIO Mint 130
MANUEL DE L'UTILISATEUR Mint 130
SERVICE AND SUPPORT
Customer Service Warranty Registration
Digital Signature Inc To register your Digital Signature Mint Digital Music
1221 E. Dyer Road, Suite 290 Station, complete the enclosed warranty card or
Santa Ana, CA 92705 USA register online at www.mintds.com/support.
866-903-4453
Warranty Service
For service outside the USA, please visit
Go to www.mintds.com/support for instructions on how
www.mintds.com/support for the nearest dealer
to obtain warranty service.
or service location.
Copyright © 2008 Digital Signature, Incorporated. All rights reserved. Digital Signature, Mint, and Di-Fi are trade-
marks of Digital Signature. iPod and Mac are trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in the United States and/ or other
countries. PurePath Digital is a trademark of Texas Instruments Incorporated. Peerless is a trademark of Tymphany
Corporation. Certain other product names, brand names and company names may be trademarks or designations
of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Not responsible for typographi-
cal errors. iPod not included.
SERVICIO Y ASISTENCIA TÉCNICA
Servicio al cliente Registro de la garantía
Digital Signature Inc Para registrar su Digital Signature Mint Digital Music
1221 E. Dyer Road, Suite 290 Station, llene la tarjeta de garantía incluida en el
Santa Ana, CA 92705 USA empaque o regístrese en línea en
866-903-4453
www.mintds.com/support.
Para servicio fuera de los Estados Unidos, por favor,
Servicio de garantía
visite www.mintds.com/support donde encontrará el con-
Visite www.mintds.com/support para instrucciones
cesionario u oficina de servicios más cercana a
acerca de cómo obtener servicio de garantía.
su localidad.
Copyright © 2008 Digital Signature, Incorporated. Todos los derechos reservados. Digital Signature, Mint, y Di-Fi
son marcas comerciales de Digital Signature. iPod y Mac son marcas comerciales de Apple, Inc., registradas en los
Estados Unidos y/o otros países. PurePath Digital es una marca comercial de Texas Instruments Incorporated.
Peerless es una marca comercial de Tymphany Corporation. Otros nombres de productos, nombres de marcas y
nombres de compañía pudieran corresponder a las marcas o designaciones comerciales de sus respectivos propi-
etarios. Las especificaciones están sujetas a cambios sin previo aviso. No asumimos responsabilidades por errores
tipográficos. No se incluye el equipo iPod.
RÉPARATION ET ASSISTANCE
Service après-vente Enregistrement de la garantie
Digital Signature Inc Pour enregistrer la garantie de votre console de
1221 E. Dyer Road, Suite 290 musique numérique Digital Signature Mint, remplissez
Santa Ana, CA 92705 USA la carte de garantie ci-jointe ou effectuez cet
866-903-4453 enregistrement en ligne à l'adresse www.mintds.com/sup-
Pour une réparation en dehors des États-Unis, veuillez port.
consulter le site www.mintds.com/support afin de
Service de garantie
localiser le revendeur ou le centre d'entretien le plus
Rendez-vous sur le site www.mintds.com/support où
proche.
vous trouverez les instructions concernant l'obtention
du service de garantie.
Droits d'auteur © Digital Signature, Incorporated, 2008. Tous droits réservés. Digital Signature, Mint et Di-Fi sont des
marques de Digital Signature. iPod et Mac sont des marques d'Apple, Inc. déposées aux États-Unis et/ou dans d'autres
pays. PurePath Digital est une marque de Texas Instruments Incorporated. Peerless est une marque de Tymphany
Corporation. Certains autres noms de produits, de marques et de compagnies
peuvent étre des marques déposées ou des désignations de leur
propriétaire respectif. Les spécifications sont sujettes à modification sans
préavis. Toute responsabilité est déclinée en cas d'erreur typographique.
Ne concerne pas iPod.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of shock and prevent damage to the Digital Signature™ Mint™ Digital Music Station to yourself
or to your property follow these safety precautions:
1. Read these instructions. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tri-
2. Keep these instructions. pod, bracket, or table specified by the
3. Heed all warnings. manufacturer, or sold with the appara-
4. Follow all instructions. tus. When a cart is used, use caution
5. Do not use this apparatus near water. when moving the cart/apparatus combi-
6. Clean only with dry cloth. Unplug the system first. nation to avoid injury from tip-over.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accor- 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning
dance with the manufacturer's instructions. storms or when unused for long periods of time.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including Servicing is required when the apparatus has been dam-
amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not place an open aged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
flame, such as a candle, near the system. damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has dropped.
two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or 15. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing
the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician vases, are placed on the apparatus. Do not operate the
for replacement of the obsolete outlet. The power cord Mint outdoors.
included for the Mint amplifier is a polarized plug. Do not 16. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC
force the prongs into an outlet that is not designed for two Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the
sizes of prongs or use non-polarized adapters. Always avoid AC receptacle.
over-loading wall outlets, extension cords or power strips. 17. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on remain readily operable.
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
CAUTION
and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Do not
operate the system with a damaged power cord.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
To avoid damage, do not place items on top of the power DO NOT OPEN
cord or position it where someone might trip. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE LIGHTNING FLASH
THE RISK OF ELECTRIC WITH ARROWHEAD
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE WITHIN THE TRIANGLE
manufacturer. Make no modifications to the system or
COVER (OR BACK). ALERTS YOU TO
NO USER-SERVICEABLE UNINSULATED
accessories. Unauthorized alterations may compromise
PARTS INSIDE. REFER "DANGEROUS
safety, regulatory compliance and system performance---as
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED VOLTAGE" WITHIN THE
well as negate your warranty. SERVICE PERSONNEL. PRODUCT THAT MAY
CONSTITUTE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM OF PRODUCT
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS <When used outside of U.S, HAR cord with fitting of an
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. approved agency may be used>
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Certified under FCC ID: V3CAVRB7101A IIf this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televi-
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is sion reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
subject to the following two conditions: off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and by one or more of the following measures:
2. This device must accept any interference received, including - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
interference that may cause undesired operation. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. which the receiver is connected.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against - Consult your Digital Signature dealer or an experienced elec-
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment tronics technician, or go online to www.mintds.com/support
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not for additional help and setup assistance.
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause Per FCC regulation 47 CFR 15.21: Changes or modifications not
harmful interference to radio communications. expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
however, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
a particular installation. This product complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B spec-
ifications.
LIMITED WARRANTY Please retain your warranty information and a copy of your proof of purchase. Digital
Signature retains the right to request verification of purchase for warranty service.
For your benefit, we recommend that you record your serial number(s) found on the product(s) and any other pur-
chase information on this card and keep it with your personal records along with proof of purchase. Verification of pur-
chase is required to perform warranty service.
1. WARRANTY.
Digital Signature™ manufactures its products to very high standards and we are confident our product will perform well. We warrant our
product against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship to the original owner, for a period of one year from the original date of
purchase. The warranty is non-transferable.
• This warranty does not extend to damage caused by improper use/installation, using the charger to charge alkaline batteries, faulty ancil-
lary equipment, modifications, unauthorized repair, shipping damage or loss, abuse, accidents, use on improper voltage/current power
surges, lightning or other acts of God.
• This warranty does not extend to any iPod ® , computer, MP3 players, line in devices or third party external speakers used with this device.
• Please resist taking apart this product. There are no user serviceable parts inside and any attempt to
modify or repair your unit will void the warranty.
2. REPAIR PROCEDURES, EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
Digital Signature will only repair or replace products conforming to this limited warranty at no charge. This is the sole and exclusive remedy
available for breach of warranty. If you find the product to be defective contact Digital Signature, Inc. When you receive an authorization
from Digital Signature, Inc., return the product as directed, at your expense and risk. Product repairs not covered by warranty and product
updates will be provided at a set rate.
3. LIMITATIONS.
This warranty is void if the product is damaged by improper or abnormal use or by accident, if the product is altered or modified in any way
or if any attempt is made to repair the product without authorization. It is solely the purchaser's responsibility to determine the suitability of
these products for each particular application. Digital Signature, Inc. is not suitable for all events, and is not authorized for use with systems
potentially injurious to life or health. This warranty is not assignable. The laws of certain jurisdictions may require a warranty different from
that expressed herein. In such case, the laws of that jurisdiction shall apply.
4. NO OTHER WARRANTIES.
Digital Signature hardware, software and user manuals are provided "as is." All other warranties and representations, oral or written,
expressed or implied, including, but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are excluded
and do not apply. As required by law, no representative, agent or employee of Digital Signature is authorized to make warranties, represen-
tations or obligations inconsistent with or in addition to those set forth in this limited warranty.
5. NO DAMAGES.
In no event will Digital Signature be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any breach of
warranty or under any other legal theory, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. In any event Digital Signature will not be liable
for sums in excess of the purchase price of the product. Digital Signature thus is not liable for lost profits or goodwill, downtime, damage or
destruction of any program, data, equipment, or other company, personal injury, or loss or any other damages.
6. GENERAL.
• This agreements between you and Digital Signature will supersede any prior or different agreements, representations or proposals and
may be changed only by written agreement with the company.
• Waiver by any party of any default or breach of this agreement will not constitute a waiver of any subsequent default of breach of the same
or different kind.
• The invalidity of any provision of this agreement shall not validate any other provisions hereof.
• This information sets forth the specific warranty applicable to this product. Your State may require other warranties by operation of law
other than those set forth herein.
• If this product was purchased outside of the United States, please contact your local authorized Digital Signature Dealer or Distributor for
details on warranty service. Do not return the product to the Digital Signature distributor or dealer without authorization. The product will
be returned unopened. You are responsible for transporting your product for repair or replacement. For a list of Digital Signature autho-
rized service locations and policies, please refer to our web site at www.mintds.com/support.
7. WARRANTY PERIOD.
REGISTER ONLINE: WWW.MINTDS.COM/SUPPORT/REGISTRATION
Digital Signature will repair or replace the product at no charge (as long as no intentional damage or misuse has occurred) within ONE
YEAR OF PURCHASE.
All registered users will receive, based on opt in, special offers, from Digital Signature and Digital Signature partners giving you dis-
counts on accessories, services and first priority for limited edition products.
CALL CENTER: 1.866.903.4453 (USA only)
VISIT US ONLINE: www.mintds.com/support/registration
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SETUP
UNPACKING
Unpack carefully and check all parts:
MINT 130 Speaker System Mint Wireless USB Audio Transmitter Mint Remote Control
USER INTERFACE
Buttons
Volume
Power
Wireless
Connection
Input
Mode Indicators
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE TRI-
ANGLE ALERTS
YOU TO IMPORTANT
OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE Remote Control Buttons
(SERVICING)
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
iPod Line-In Wireless Mute
POWER CONNECTION
1. Insert round shape connector of AC adaptor to marked "DC-in" port.
2. Insert the small connector of power cord into AC adaptor.
3. Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
IPOD CONNECTION
1. Before plugging iPod, locate the appropriate iPod adaptor insert shipped with
your iPod purchase.
2. If you cannot find the proper adaptor, visit www.mintds.com to find and pur-
chase the right one.
3. Insert the adaptor into the dock.
4. Plug iPod into the dock with the adaptor.
5. MINT 130 automatically detects when an iPod is plugged and changes input
mode to iPod.
6. You are ready to listen to the music from iPod.
LINE-IN CONNECTION
Line-In port provides connectivity with broad ranges of music and gaming devices that are equipped with mini 1/8 in (3.5 mm) audio
line-out or RCA type stereo out (Figure: Mini Jack and RCA connector).
1. Select the correct cable for the device that you want to connect.
• Portable devices such as MP3 players, CD players, games and small TVs are likely to accept mini stereo connector.
• Lager devices such as TVs, gaming consoles and setup boxes commonly use RCA type connectors.
• Mini jack to mini jack or RCA to mini jack cables are not included. This cable could be purchased at electronic retail stores or
please visit www.mintds.com to purchase online.
2. Plug the mini stereo connector into Line-in port on the back of the MINT 130.
3. Plug the other side of connector into the device that you want to connect.
• For RCA connector, plug the two connectors into RCA ports: white connector for white port and red connector to red port
• For mini stereo connector, plug the mini connector into 1/8 in headphone port (Figure: RCA stereo out to Line-in connection).
4. Select Line-In by pushing "Input Button" on the left side of the iPod dock until Line-In mode indicator is lit, or simply push the Line-In
button on the remote control.
5. You are ready to listen to the music from the Line-In connection.
mini stereo cable RCA-type cable
mini jack out to Line-In RCA stereo out to Line-In
WIRELESS CONNECTION
FOR PC CONNECTION
1. Plug Mint USB Audio Transmitter into USB port and wait until "New Hardware
Found" message appears on lower right corner of your PC screen. It will take
about 30 seconds.
2. PC automatically selects the Mint Wireless USB Audio as the default audio
device. It is recommended that you verify this automatic audio setting.
• Open Sound and Audio Devices in control panel
• Click Audio tab, and verify that Mint Wireless USB Audio is selected as the
default audio device.
3. Select Wireless Audio by pushing the Input Button on the left side of the iPod
dock until Wireless mode indicator is lit, or simply push the Wireless Audio button
on the remote control.
4. You are ready to enjoy any audio from your PC wirelessly through MINT 130
Wireless Digital Music Station.
FOR MAC CONNECTION
1. Plug the Mint USB Audio Transmitter into USB port.
2. Open Sound folder in System Preference. Under Output tab, select Mint
Wireless USB Audio as your sound output.
3. Select Wireless Audio by pushing the Input button on the left side of the iPod
dock until Wireless mode indicator is lit, or simply push the Wireless Audio
button on the remote control.
4. You are ready to enjoy any audio from your Mac wirelessly through MINT 130
Wireless Digital Music Station.
When you reconnect Mint wireless USB Audio Transmitter to your computer, it is
recommended that you follow this procedure.
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OPERATION
INPUT SELECTION
Mint 130 has three different audio in sources: iPod, Line-in, and Wireless.
There are two ways to select input modes:
1. You can push one of the three input buttons on the Mint remote control
to select the mode you want and your selected input mode indicator will
be lit.
2. Or, you can select any of these input modes by pushing the input button
on the Mint 130 until the input mode indicator is lit on the front of the
iPod dock.
AC Adaptor Power Cord
Mint 130 is specially designed to slowly ramp up the volume
within two seconds when input mode is changed; this is to
ensure that the new sound input does not suddenly disrupt
your environment.
VOLUME
The volume can be easily controlled by the volume up and down buttons on
either Mint Remote Control or Mint 130 Speaker System.
REMOTE CONTROL
Provides you with the convenience of controlling all the functions of Mint 130
Line-In DC-in
system from up to 25 feet away and two additional sound features:
Mute: Mute the speaker sound instantly
iPod Control functions
Play/Pause: Press once to pause play and again to resume.
Skip forward: Press to skip to the next track.
Fast forward: Press and hold to move forward fast in thetrack.
Skip backward: Press once to go back to the beginning of the current track,
twice to skip to the beginning of the previous track.
Fast backward: Press and hold to rewind position in track.
Volume Control
Repeat: Press to repeat one song or all songs
Shuffle: Press to listen to music in random order
iPod Function
: iPod menu control
Input Selection
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MAINTENANCE
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
1 3
If the Mint Remote Control stops operating normally or its operation range seems to be reduced, replace the battery.
2
1. Place the tip of a pencil in the small slot at the bottom of the remote. Pull the tray open.
2. Replace with a CR2025 3-volt lithium battery.
3. Push the tray closed until it clicks into its place.
iPod mode indicator
PAIRING
Pairing is a procedure in which your MINT 130 Speaker System identifies your Mint USB Audio Transmitter to work together wire-
lessly, like other wireless operating computer devices such as wireless keyboard and mouse.
Your MINT 130 is already paired with your Mint USB Audio Transmitter. You don't need to pair unless the wireless input indicator
is blinking continuously.
Pairing Procedures
1. Plug the Mint USB Transmitter into a USB port of PC or Mac.
2. Push the Connect button on the back of MINT 130 Speaker System for about 3 seconds.
3. Push the Connect button located on the top of the Mint Wireless USB Audio Transmitter.
4. Verify that Wireless input LED indicator stops blinking which means the pairing is completed.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Line-In mode indicator
PROBLEM
No sound 1. Check the power connection.
2. Make sure that the input selection is set correct by checking the front LED indica-
tor and the selected input mode light is on. For example, if your sound source is
iPod, iPod input should be lit.
3. Check the connections between the music source and the Mint 130 Speaker
System.
• For an iPod, make sure it is properly seated in the dock.
• For a Line-In, make sure both end of connected cable
• For a wireless audio, unplug USB from USB port and follow the wireless con-
4. Make sure that your music source is turned on and any music is selected to play.
5. Turn up the volume. Make sure that mute is not selected on any of your input
source, such as Mint Remote Control, mute from your computer's audio setting,
Sound and Audio Devices
mute from your gaming device, etc.
No proper insert or adaptor for If you cannot locate a proper iPod adaptor shipped with your iPod purchase, visit
iPod docking
www.mintds.com to find the right one and purchase.
Blinking Wireless Audio LED Indicator
1. Make sure Mint Wireless USB Audio Transmitter is properly plugged in your computer's
USB port.
2. If it was not plugged in properly, plug and wait until the Wireless Audio LED
indicator of Mint 130 Speaker System stops blinking.
Wireless mode indicator 3. If it is still blinking, follow the pairing procedure.
4. If you cannot fix this, please contact our customer service.
No sound from wireless PC/Mac 1. Make sure the Wireless Audio LED indicator is not blinking.
connection 2. If it is blinking, follow the procedure of "Blinking wireless audio LED indicator".
3. Make sure the connected computer is not in mute or at a very low volume.
4. If you cannot fix this, please contact our customer service.
Speaker sound is not loud enough Increase the volume on selected input devices:
• Computer with Mint Wireless USB Audio Transmitter.
• Other devices connected thru Line-In.
TECH SUPPORT AND REPAIR SERVICE
Sound Preferences Call toll free number for technical support: 866-903-4453 or visit www.mintds.com/support.
or
or
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SOLUTION
are firmly connected.
nection procedure.