Introduction Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the innovative TuneBase FM Mobile Power Cord (the TuneBase FM) from Belkin. This product is designed to mount, stabilize, charge, power, and play your iPod mini as you drive. Please review this User Manual carefully so that you can be sure you’ll get the most from your iPod mini, virtually anywhere you go.
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3. Bend and position the flexible-steel neck to a desired position for your iPod mini. 4. Carefully slide your iPod mini into the form-fitted cradle at the top of the TuneBase FM. The iPod mini will power on if the car battery is on.
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5. As an optional user method, connect your cassette adapter or audio cables to the 3.5mm audio-out jack and listen to your iPod mini through your car stereo or portable stereo device. Power outlet or cigarette lighter adapter Fit ring Connector Connector Make sure the ring is...
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Using the TuneBase FM Transmitter The TuneBase FM transmitter function automatically turns on when the iPod mini is connected and car power is available. It automatically turns off when the iPod mini is removed or car power becomes unavailable. 1. Tune your car stereo frequency to a channel with a weak broadcast signal.
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NOTE: In some instances, when open frequencies are hard to find, lowering the car antenna (available in some cars) will improve the clarity of the TuneBase FM’s signal. NOTE: To avoid damage to the iPod mini, please make sure to disconnect the iPod mini from the TuneBase FM’s cradle before disconnecting the TuneBase FM from the power outlet of the car.
Troubleshooting My iPod does not seem to be charging. Solution 1 Please make sure that the TuneBase is connected to the power outlet of the car correctly. The green indicator light on the cigarette lighteradapter portion of the product should be lit up at all times. Solution 2 Please make sure that the iPod is pushed all the way into the cradle.
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Troubleshooting The Tunebase rotates out of position around the center of the power outlet. Solution 1 Please make sure to solidly attach the cigarette lighter adapter portion of the product in the power outlet. Test the stability by pushing the product sideways before driving.
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Troubleshooting The rubber friction washer is out of position and I cannot insert the cigarette lighter adapter into the car’s power outlet. Solution Please use a clean and empty table for disassembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DO THIS IN THE CAR. Please use pliers to loosen the nut at the end of the cigarette lighter adapter slightly.
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BATTERY OF THE CAR FIRST. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS SAFETY WARNING CAN RESULT IN POSSIBLE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Belkin does not assume any responsibility for personal injury or property damage incurred due to hazardous driving as a result of interaction with...
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FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product: F8V7097 to which this declaration relates: Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following...
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Belkin Corporation Limited 3-Year Product Warranty Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for three years. If a defect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is returned during the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid, to the authorized Belkin dealer from whom you purchased the product.
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