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WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back), no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
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This product complies with 21 CFR Part 1040.10. Technical details about the incorporated laser diode: Wavelength: 789 nm, max accessible radiant power (during service): 0.491 µW, max total power: 189 µW. Geneva Lab Corporation CLASS 1 LASER 10 First Ave East, PO Box 6 PRODUCT Mobridge, SD 57601, U.S.A.
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System in a position and location that will not interfere with its proper ventila- tion. For example, do not place the Geneva Sound System on a bed, sofa, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings. Do not put it in a built-in position, such as in a book- case or in a cabinet that may keep air from flowing through its ventilation openings.
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The Geneva Sound System model L weighs more than 30 Pounds and model XL more than 60 Pounds. Front grille panel: Never remove front grille panel because the panel is non detachable and will void the Limited Warranty. Sitting or Leaning on Geneva Sound System: do not lean against the Geneva Sound System and do not sit on it under any circumstances.
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Unplugging while in operation: Do not remove the AC power cord out of the AC outlet if music is playing or if the Geneva Sound System is turned on. The drivers can be damaged by such an action. Batteries in the remote control: Keep the remote control battery away from children. It may cause a fire or chemical burn if mishandled.
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- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the one to which the other receiver is connected. - Consult Geneva Lab Corporation or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Modification: Unauthorized modification of the receiver or radio remote control could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
17 Listen to a CD 17 Listen to the FM radio Chapter 2 18 How To? General: 18 How to turn the Geneva Sound System on and off? 18 How can to adjust Volume and Sound? 18 How to verify that the remote...
Step 1: Unpack all components from the shipping box. Please be aware that the Geneva Sound System model L and XL are heavy, so it is better to have two people lift it out of the box. Please save the original packaging material in case you ever need to return the System since the Limited Warranty does not cover shipping damages.
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Step 2: Insert the batteries into the remote control (see page 19). There are batteries included in the package. Step 3: place the Geneva Sound System on one of its short sides. Ensure that the System is placed on a soft material (carpet or textile) that does not scratch the surface. Insert the AC power cable into the AC connector on the Bottom Panel (see picture below) and then connect it to an AC outlet.
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25 mm ). Please Note: if you have purchased a Floor Stand made for the Geneva Sound System, assemble the Stand, remove the four rubber feet from the main Cabinet and attach the Stand using the screws provided with the Stand. For detailed assembly, see Manual provided in the Stand package.
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Select the right iPod Dock Adapters that fits with the iPod model you intend to dock by following the table on page 19, or try the enclosed Dock Adapters until you find the one that fits tightly with your iPod. Attach the Dock Adapter to the iPod Universal Dock by pressing lightly on the top of the Dock Adapter (see picture below) and it will snap in.
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Control buttons and iPod Universal Dock found on panel under the lid on top of Cabinet: iPod connector Power on/off Volume down Remote control: Treble Bass iPod Play/Pause Fast reverse/ skip back Stop Shuffle On/Off FM Radio Presets Dock Adaptor Volume up 1/8 inch / 3.5 mm auxiliary audio input...
Turn on the Geneva Sound System: Press the power on/off key on the remote control or the on/off key next to the Universal Dock under the lid on top of the Cabinet. Select source: To switch between sources, press either iPod, CD, FM or Line In key on the remote control to select which source to be controlled.
Listen to the FM radio (more details on page 24): Step 1. Connect the External Antenna to the External FM antenna connector on the Bottom Panel under the Geneva Sound System. Step 2. Press the FM button on the remote control and the LED Display under the grille should display an FM frequency, e.g.
How to clean the speaker? Unplug this Geneva Sound System from the AC power outlet before cleaning. Clean only with a dry cloth. To avoid making scratches to the surface, we recommend that you use the cleaning cloth included in the accessory bag.
How to select the right iPod Dock adapter for my iPod? The Geneva Sound System supports all the iPod models that are listed in the table below. Select the Dock Adapter with the number printed on the grey area that corresponds with the iPod...
How to check if my iPod is compatible with the Geneva Sound System? The table below sets out the iPod software version that is required for it to be compatible with the Geneva Sound System: Made for iPod video iPod nano...
How to control the iPod using the Geneva Sound System’s remote control? If you have inserted an iPod into the Universal Dock and turned the Geneva Sound System into iPod mode, you can control the iPod using the remote control supplied with the Geneva Sound System.
How to control the CD player using the remote control? You can control the built-in CD player using the remote control supplied with the Geneva Sound System. Simply follow the instructions in the table to the right to perform control the various...
How to play MP3 CD-R/W with several Albums? It is possible to organize MP3 files with directories (folders) on a CD-R/W. The Geneva Sound System will play such a hierarchy in a simplified way - all files are played as if they would be in...
How to control the FM Radio using the remote control? You can control the built-in FM Radio using the remote control supplied with the Geneva Sound System. Simply follow the instructions in the table to the right to perform control the various...
How to connect the FM Radio Antenna? The Geneva Sound System is FM ready and it has a built-in FM tuner. To get radio reception you need to connect the External Antenna that is enclosed with the accessory bag.
System using the 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) input? 1. If there is an iPod in the dock of the Geneva Sound System, please remove it. 2. Use the enclosed MP3 Player cable to connect to a Computer, an iPod Shuffle or any other type of MP3 player that can be connected with such cable.
Customer Service: 1-877-GENEVA9, 1-877-436-3829 (Toll free in U.S. only) Service and Repair: If the product is damaged and needs repair, please contact Geneva Lab Corporation to be referred to an authorized service center. For repair under the 1-year Limited Warranty Period, see terms in the enclosed Warranty Card.
Technology Partners: Geneva Lab Corporation uses some of the world’s leading developers of audio technologies to make the Geneva Sound System a very advanced product. Our engineering centre in Switzerland works closely with the following suppliers: D2Audio’s unique “Intelligent Digital Amplifiers” have impressed professionals and audiophiles for years.
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Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent G-Lab GmbH. Geneva™ is a trademark of G-Lab GmbH. D2Audio and D2A are registered trademarks, while the D2Audio Digital Amplifier logo is a trademark of D2Audio Corporation.
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