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Sony RDP-M15iP Operating Instructions page 2

Personal audio docking system

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SOUND
iPod & iPhone
− VOLUME +
BATTERY/CHARGE
/
Docking Tray
VOLUME + and  buttons have a tactile dot.
To replace the rechargeable
Operations
battery
1
Remove the screw of the battery
Power source
compartment at the bottom of the unit,
and open the lid.
Power management system
After playback of the iPod (or component
connected to AUDIO IN jack) has finished, if no
operation is performed for about 20 minutes, the
unit will automatically turn off.
To prepare a power source
This unit contains a rechargeable battery pack.
Charge the battery before using this unit for the
first time, or when it is depleted. You can operate
the unit while charging.
2
1
Disconnect the connector of the battery
Connect the supplied AC adaptor to the
pack and pull the old one out.
DC IN 14.5V jack on the back of this
unit firmly, and plug it into a wall outlet
to charge the battery.
Note on the AC adaptor
 Use the supplied Sony AC adaptor only. The
polarity of the plugs of other manufacturers
may be different. Failure to use the supplied AC
adaptor may cause the unit to malfunction.
3
Insert a new battery pack and connect its
connector to the jack.
2
Confirm that charging has started.
4
Replace the battery compartment lid and
The BATTERY/CHARGE indicator (red) lights
tighten the screw.
up while charging, and turns off when
Notes
 Charge a new battery pack before use. See "To
charging is complete.
prepare a power source" for details.
Note
 Turn off the unit and disconnect the AC
 It will take approximately 5 hours to charge the
adaptor before replacing the battery pack.
battery.
 When replacing the battery pack, place a soft
To use the rechargeable
cloth etc., under the unit.
battery
To charge your iPod (AC only)
You can operate the unit with the rechargeable
You can use the unit as a battery charger for your
battery instead of the AC adaptor.
iPod when the power is supplied by the AC
adaptor.
Battery Life
Charging begins when the iPod is connected to
(Approx. hours)
(JEITA*)
the unit. The charging status appears in the
When
Usage time
display on iPod. For details, see the user's guide of
your iPod.
Playback of iPod
6
To turn the unit on/off
* M easured by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries
Press / (power).
Association) standards. The usage time is
The / button indicator will light up when the
measured with the SOUND function set to off,
unit is turned on.
and actual battery life will vary depending on
the circumstances of the unit.
Notes on the rechargeable battery
 The maximum output will be lower when the
AC adaptor is disconnected.
 The BATTERY/CHARGE indicator (green)
becomes dim when the battery is weak, and
turns off when remaining battery power is
depleted.
When to replace the rechargeable
battery
Repeated recharging causes the capacity of the
battery power to decrease over time. Replace the
battery pack when its capacity becomes half the
usual time, even after charging it fully.
Note
 The rechargeable battery pack is not a
commercially available product. To purchase
rechargeable battery pack (NH – M15 RDP),
consult with your nearest Sony dealer.
Remote commander
Playing an iPod
Before using the supplied remote commander for
Compatible iPod/iPhone
the first time, remove the insulation film.
models
Aim the remote commander at the (Remote
Remote
sensor) of the unit.
The compatible iPod/iPhone models are as
sensor
The / button indicator flashes when the remote
follows.
commander's command is received.
Update software of your iPod/iPhone to the latest
version before using it with this unit.
PUSH
iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPod touch (2nd generation)
iPod touch (1st generation)
iPod nano (6th generation)*
iPod nano (5th generation)
iPod nano (4th generation)
iPod nano (3rd generation)
iPod nano (2nd generation)
iPod with video
iPod classic
iPhone 4S
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 3G
VOL + and  buttons have a tactile dot.
iPhone
* T he iPod nano (6th generation) cannot be
/ (Power)*
controlled by the remote when the command of
 Turns the unit on/off. The / button indicator
"MENU, " ", " ", " and "ENTER" is pressed.
lights up when the unit is turned on.
On copyrights
 (Play/Pause)
i Phone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod
 Start playing iPod. Press again to pause/resume
touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in
playback.
the U.S. and other countries.
 Press and hold to turn off the iPod.
"Made for iPod, " and "Made for iPhone" mean
that an electronic accessory has been designed to
 (Forward)
connect specifically to iPod or iPhone,
 Go to the next track.
respectively, and has been certified by the
 Press and hold while listening to the sound to
developer to meet Apple performance standards.
locate a desired point.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
 Press and hold in pause while observing the
device or its compliance with safety and
display on iPod to locate a desired point.
regulatory standards. Please note that the use of
this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect
 (Backward)
wireless performance.
 Go back to the previous track. During
playback, this operation returns to the
Note
 This unit is not specified for use with an iPad,
beginning of the current track. To go back to
the previous track, press twice.
and malfunction may result if used as such.
 Press and hold while listening to the sound to
To set an iPod on the Docking
locate a desired point.
Tray
 Press and hold in pause while observing the
display on iPod to locate a desired point.
1
Press PUSH on the front of the unit until
 (Up)/ (Down)
the Docking Tray comes forward.
 Select a menu item or track for playback.
2
Set your iPod on the Dock connector.
MENU
To set an iPod in sideways
 Go back to the previous menu.
 Press and hold to go back to the main menu.
You can use the supplied Dock Holder to set your
iPod. The Dock Holder code (A, B, etc.) and
ENTER
compatible iPod model(s) are indicated on the
 Execute the selected menu item or begin
Dock Holder. Check for compatibility before use.
playback.
Example
SOUND
 Press once or twice to obtain the desired sound
effect. (For details, see "To obtain the bass or
expansion sound effect. " )
VOL +/
(Volume plus/minus)
 Adjust the volume.
Dock Holder
* W hen using the rechargeable battery, press the
code
/ button on the unit. The / button of the
A
remote commander works only when the AC
adaptor is used.
B
Notes
 Some operations may differ or may not be
available between models of iPod.
 Some operations may differ or may not be
C
available when using the iPod in a horizontal
D
position.
E
When to replace the battery
F
With normal use, the battery (CR2025) should
last for about 6 months. When the remote
1
commander no longer operates the unit, replace
Press PUSH on the front of the unit until
the battery with a new one.
the Docking Tray comes forward.
2
Attach and slide the appropriate Dock
the  side facing up
Holder down in the Docking Tray.
Hold the Docking Tray when attaching the
Dock Holder.
3
Set your iPod on the Dock connector.
4
Twist the Docking Tray anti-clockwise to
the horizontal position.
Note
 If you are not going to use the remote
Conversely, the Docking Tray will not move
commander for a long time, remove the battery
when twisted clockwise.
to avoid any damage that may be caused by
Notes
leakage and corrosion.
 To change the Dock Holder, slide it up and pull
out. Hold the Docking Tray when pulling the
Dock Holder out.
 Attach the Dock Holder for using the iPod in
the horizontal position. Otherwise, the iPod
may fall when the Docking Tray is twisted.
To close the Docking Tray
1
Twist the Docking Tray clockwise until it
is in vertical position.
2
Remove the iPod from the Dock
connector.
3
Press PUSH on the front of the unit until
the Docking Tray is locked.
To play back
Press .
When using the rechargeable battery with the
remote commander, press / on the unit, and
then press .
The iPod begins to play back.
You can operate the connected iPod via this unit
or the iPod itself.
Notes
 Remove the case or cover from your iPod
before setting it in the Docking Tray to ensure a
stable connection.
 When placing or removing the iPod, hold the
iPod at the same angle as that of the connector
on this unit, and do not twist or bend the iPod
as it may result in connector damage.
 Remove the iPod and lock the Docking Tray of
the unit when transporting it, otherwise a
malfunction may result.
 When placing or removing the iPod, hold the
Docking Tray securely.
 If the battery of your iPod is extremely low,
charge it for a while before operation.
 An iPod touch/iPhone will not work unless it is
turned on. Be sure to turn on the power of the
iPod touch/iPhone before operation.
 Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event
that data recorded to an iPod is lost or damaged
when using an iPod connected to this unit.
 For details of environmental conditions for
operating your iPod, check the website of Apple
Inc.
To adjust the volume
Press VOLUME +/− (VOL +/− on the remote
commander).
Tip
 The / button indicator flashes three times
when the sound is set to either maximum or
minimum volume.
To obtain the bass or
expansion sound effect
Press SOUND.
The SOUND button indicator lights up umber.
High quality bass sound will be heard.
Press the button again.
The indicator lights up green. Additional
expansion of the sound field will be heard.
To return to normal sound, press the button again
and the indicator will turn off.
Connecting optional
components
You can enjoy the sound from an optional
Compatible iPod models
component, such as a portable digital music
player, through the speakers of this unit. Be sure
to turn off the power of each component before
iPod touch (4th generation)
making any connections.
1
Firmly connect the line output jack of a
iPod touch (3rd generation)/
portable digital music player (or other
iPod touch (2nd generation)/
component) to the AUDIO IN jack on the
iPod touch (1st generation)
back of the unit, using a suitable audio
iPod nano (5th generation)
connecting cable (not supplied).
iPod nano (4th generation)
2
Press  to turn on the unit.
iPhone 4S/iPhone 4
3
Turn the connected component on.
iPhone 3GS/iPhone 3G/
4
Play the connected component.
iPhone
The sound from the connected component is
output from the speakers of this unit.
Notes
 The audio connecting cable required depends
on the external equipment. Make sure the cable
is correct for the external equipment to be
connected.
 If the volume level is low, adjust the volume of
the unit first. If the volume is still too low,
adjust the volume of the connected equipment.
 When playing an external component
connected to the AUDIO IN jack, stop playback
of your iPod.
 Disconnect the audio connecting cable when
audio-in is not in use.
About App
Specifications
Dedicated Dock App for iPod/iPhone available at
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
Apple App Store.
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
Search for "D-Sappli" and download the free App
DISTORTION:
to find out more about the functions.
With 8 ohm loads both channels driven, from
Notes
150 Hz - 10,000 Hz; rated 10 watts per channel
minimum RMS power, with no more than 10%
 If the App to link with this unit is not
total harmonic distortion in AC operation.
downloaded to your iPod/iPhone, a pop-up
message prompting you to download D-Sappli
Section for iPod
may appear repeatedly.
DC out: 5 V
Deactivate the App's link function to stop the
MAX: 1 A
pop-up message.
General
 To deactivate the App's link function: Connect
Speaker
the AC adaptor, and then press / to turn off
Approx. 5.0 cm (2 inches) dia. 8 Ω
the unit. Remove your iPod/iPhone from the
Input
Dock connector, and then press and hold
AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack)
VOLUME − and  simultaneously for more
Power output
than 2 seconds. (The BATTERY/CHARGE
10 W + 10 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
indicator (red) flashes 3 times when
(with AC adaptor)
deactivated.)
2 W + 2 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
 Repeat the above steps to activate the function.
(with rechargeable battery)
(The BATTERY/CHARGE indicator (green)
Power requirements
flashes 3 times when activated.)
Rechargeable battery pack: NH - M15 RDP
Battery life
Others
See "Battery Life" of "Power source" for details.
External power source
DC IN 14.5V
Dimensions
Troubleshooting
Approx. 337.0 mm × 108.2 mm × 77.0 mm (w/h/d)
(13
3
/
inches × 4
3
/
inches × 3
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General
(not including projecting parts and controls)
Mass
The power does not turn on when the AC
Approx. 1.1 kg (2 lb 7 oz)
adaptor is connected.
Supplied accessories
 Make sure the AC adaptor is connected to the wall outlet
firmly.
Remote commander (1)
The power does not turn on when the AC
AC adaptor (1)
adaptor is disconnected, or the / button
Dock Holder A/B/C/D/E/F (6)
indicator flashes several times and then the
power of the unit turns off.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
 The rechargeable battery may be depleted. In this case,
connect to the AC adaptor to charge the battery. (See
"To prepare a power source. " )
The rechargeable battery is depleted.
 Connect to the AC adaptor to charge the battery.
There is no audio.
 Adjust VOLUME +/− (VOL +/− on the remote
commander).
Noise is heard.
 Ensure that the unit is not in the vicinity of in-use
portable phones, etc.
The two different music sources are mixed
together during playback.
 Stop playback of your iPod or external component.
The BATTERY/CHARGE indicator (red)
flashes.
 The rechargeable battery is not connected properly, or
cannot be charged for some reason. Check that the
battery connector is connected firmly; otherwise, replace
the battery.
iPod
There is no audio.
 Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.
Operation is not performed.
 Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.
The iPod does not charge.
 Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.
 Make sure the AC adaptor is connected firmly.
Audio-in
There is no audio.
 Make sure the audio connecting cable is connected
firmly.
The sound is low.
 Confirm the volume of the connected external
component.
Remote commander
The remote commander does not function.
 Replace the battery in the remote commander with a
new one if it is weak.
 Make sure that you are pointing the remote commander
at the remote sensor on the unit.
 Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote
commander and the unit.
 Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to strong
light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light.
 Move closer to the unit when using the remote
commander.
If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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