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® Stereo Audio System for Your iPod Instruction Manual Model: i198/i199 Please read this manual carefully before operating and save it for future reference. Have a question? Please visit www.i-Luv.com...
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Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 USER SAFETY GUIDE INSTRUCTIONS ON ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Do not dispose of this product in the usual household garbage at the end of its life cycle; bring it to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic appliances.
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Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 USER SAFETY GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – CONTINUED POWER SOURCES – The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance itself.
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Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 USER SAFETY GUIDE FCC NOTICE (USA) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 USER SAFETY GUIDE About Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the exposure limit for radio frequency energy, which is set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S government. The term “EMI”...
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Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 TABLE OF CONTENTS Getting Started General features ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...… Installing the AC Power …………….……………………………………………………………..………………………………………………………..… Installing the backup battery for clock and alarm settings ………………..……………………….………………………………………………………. Installing the remote control battery …..………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………… Installing the AM loop antenna ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….. Installing the dock adapter ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
GETTING STARTED Congratulations on your purchase of the new iLuv i199 for your iPod. Uniquely designed to work with your iPod, this iLuv stereo audio system with built-in universal dock provides advanced audio and radio performance that brings out the best in your music. Remember to keep this manual for future reference.
IMPORTANT: Occasionally, files on your iPod can become corrupted. This may cause an erratic behavior with your iLuv products. Apple Computer recommends that you visit their website www.apple.com to obtain instructions on resetting or restoring your iPod to factory settings.
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 GETTING STARTED Installing the Backup Battery for Clock and Alarm Settings -Continued Locate the battery compartment on the bottom of the unit and open. Insert two (2) “AA” batteries, following the correct polarity (+/-) drawings inside the battery compartment. For longer battery life, alkaline batteries are suggested.
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 GETTING STARTED Installing the Remote Control Battery The remote control battery is included. Before operation, please install it to the battery compartment of remote control. Locate the battery compartment on the bottom of remote control and open. Insert a “CR2032”...
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 GETTING STARTED Location of Controls on the Main Unit MULTI/DISPLAY EJECT iPod Dock USB port BluePin dock ID3/ST. Docking door OPEN SLEEP FUNCTION 10. VOLUME+/-( 11. Power ON/OFF/ Alarm off 12. SNOOZE/DIMMER 13. WAKE TO 14.
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 GETTING STARTED Location of Controls on the Main Unit- continued 25. AC Power cord 26. FM Antenna 27. Aux In Socket 28. AM Loop Antenna Socket 29. iPod AV Out Socket 30. Backup Battery Compartment Location of Controls on the Remote Control POWER ALBUM +/-...
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Setting the Clock To set the time, locate the TIME SET button. Press and hold the TIME SET button down until the Time display begins to flash. Set desired hour by using control button on the unit.
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Using the Alarm Function –Continued To activate or deactivate the alarm, press the ALARM 1 or ALARM 2 button once. Notes: To preview alarm setting, the alarm must be activated before pressing Wake To Button. To snooze, press the SNOOZE / DIMMER button on the i199, following the sounding of the alarm.
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Setting the Sleep Time To enter sleep mode, press the SLEEP button while the i199 is on. The unit will automatically turn off after the selected time. The sleep mode also has a feature called the “Gentle Sleep”, which gradually decreases the volume.
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Programming Preset Stations 1. Select AM or FM using AM/FM button on the i199 unit. 2. Tune to the desired station using buttons on the i199 unit or remote control. 3. Select between Stereo or Mono by pressing ID3/ST button. (FM ONLY) 4.
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Listening to CDs/MP3-CDs The i199 features a slide-in mechanism for easy loading and unloading 1. Press FUNC. button to select the CD mode. 2. Insert the MP3-CD/CD disc in the loading bay. •...
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Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Selecting a Different Track During Play -Continued 3. Press and hold buttons to search through the track. Programming Tracks Up to 32 tracks can be stored in the memory. 1. Load an MP3-CD/CD as described previously. 2.
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Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Clearing Program Tracks Press MEMORY button, the LCD will display the first programmed tracks, pressing the STOP button will erase all programmed tracks. REPEAT or INTRO or RANDOM PLAY (For CD) Press PLAY MODE button until the display indicates one of the following: •...
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Listening to your favorite music on your USB Storage device The i199’s USB connector allows you to listen to stored MP3 and Wma files on your USB Storage device Open the DOCKING DOOR. Insert the USB device with MP3 or WMA files in the USB Socket.
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Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Using AV out port to watch Video on your iPod from an External Monitor or TV – Continued Note: The line output is not affected by the volume setting on the i199. Please use the volume control of the external device to increase or decrease the volume level.
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Listening to Other Audio Devices using line-in port You can still listen to the first, second, and third generations of iPod, or any other audio players other then iPod, with the i199 by simply using the AUX-IN port, located on the rear of the i199.
NOTE: Certain devices with Bluetooth technology might not be compatible with the BluePin , please check with your dealer for compatibility. The best product for this operation is iLuv Stereo Headsets with Bluetooth technology which are fully compatible with the BluePin - 25 -...
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Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Plug the BluePin unit securely into the i199’s BluePin port. When BluePin is plugged in, BluePin status below : TX selection: Status indicator will slow flash (standby mode) RX selection: Status indicator will fast flash (search mode) When the BluePin is plugged in to the i199, the main display will show flashing Bluetooth logo, after successfully connected to a Bluetooth device, display will show “TX CONN”...
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Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS You are now ready to pair with other devices with Bluetooth technology. Before pairing make sure to set the BluePin as TX or RX depending on the purpose. Note: TX is for transmitting signals to other devices like stereo headsets with Bluetooth technology with A2DP Profile. RX is for receiving signals from other sources like a cell phone with Bluetooth stereo profile (A2DP) or Media Players equipped with Bluetooth Stereo Profile (A2DP).
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NOTE: Certain Headsets with Bluetooth technology are not compatible with the BluePin , please check with your dealer for compatibility. The best product for this operation is iLuv Stereo Headset with Bluetooth technology, which is fully compatible with BluePin . Devices with Bluetooth technology you are trying to pair MUST support A2DP Profile.
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Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS • Push pairing button on the headset with Bluetooth technology until red and blue lights flash. • When both units are no longer flashing red and blue lights, and a blue light flashes steadily you are now connected and can send music from i199 to Headset with Bluetooth wireless technology.
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Maintenance • Place the unit on a leveled surface away from sources of direct sunlight or excessive heat. • When placing the unit on a natural wood and lacquered finish, a cloth or other protective material should be placed between it and the furniture to avoid any damage to the unit and the furniture.
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Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Troubleshooting – Continued • Your iPod is not charged even though it is in the dock. Your iPod might not be properly docked. Take your iPod out of the dock, and remove any obstructions on the connector from the dock and on your iPod.
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This could happen if the device has its own security method, or unique password other then “0000”. Please check with the manufacturer for compatibility issues. For full compatibility we recommend an iLuv Stereo Headset with Bluetooth wireless technology. Make sure headset supports A2DP Bluetooth Stereo Profile.
Stereo Audio System for Your iPod V11M11_IM_EN_03282007 SPECIFICATIONS General • Power Requirement Main Unit: AC 120V/60Hz (USA) 230V50Hz (EURO) • Output Power: 8W (RMS) into 8 ohm • Power consumption: 40W Radio • Frequency Ranges: MW 522 - 1620kHz / FM 87.5 - 108MHz (EURO); AM 530 – 1710kHZ / FM 87.5 – 108MHz (USA) Compact Disc •...
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Electronics Corp. iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc. iPod is not included in this package. Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notification. BluePin is a trademark of jWIN Electronics Corp. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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