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Operating Instructions GB
Docking System
©2012 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
RDP-X280iP
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are
WARNING
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. iPad is a trademark of Apple Inc.
"Made for iPod, " "Made for iPhone, " and "Made for iPad"
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively,
and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation of
performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the
the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
operation of this device or its compliance with safety and
And do not place lighted candles on the apparatus.
regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless
this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place
performance.
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Use of this radio equipment is not allowed in the
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a
geographical area within a radius 20km from the centre of
bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Ny-Alesund, Svalbard in Norway.
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries
installed) to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like
for a long time.
Precautions
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the
mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet.
To disconnect AC power, grasp the plug itself, not the
Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect
cord.
the main plug from the AC outlet immediately.
Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker, keep credit
cards using magnetic coding or spring-wound watches,
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source
CRT-based TVs, or projectors, etc., away from the unit
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if
to prevent possible damage from the magnet.
the unit itself has been turned off.
Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat source
The nameplate and important information concerning
such as a radiator or airduct, or in a place subject to
safety are located on the bottom exterior of the main unit
direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or
and on the surface of the AC adaptor.
shock.
Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat
CAUTION
build-up. Do not place the unit on a surface (a rug, a
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
blanket, etc.) or near materials (a curtain) which might
Replace only with the same type.
block the ventilation holes.
Notice for customers: the following information is
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit,
unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified
only applicable to equipment sold in countries
applying EU directives
personnel before operating it any further.
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-
During a thunderstorm, do not touch the antenna
(aerial) and plug.
7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The
Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is
Do not touch the unit with wet hands.
Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327
Do not place the unit anywhere near water.
Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters,
NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY
please refer to the addresses given in separate service or
Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good
guarantee documents.
contact.
Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing
the battery.
Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers,
Hereby, Sony Corp., declares that this equipment is in
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
compliance with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For details,
please access the following URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
On Copyrights and Licenses
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony
Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade
names are those of their respective owners.
Note
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (Applicable in the European
In the Operating Instructions, "iPod" is used as a general
4-400-213-81(1)
reference to functions on an iPod, iPhone or iPad, unless
Union and other European countries with
separate collection systems)
otherwise specified by the text or illustrations.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates
that this product shall not be treated as household waste.
General information
Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of
Specifications
correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health,
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
iPod
handling of this product. The recycling of materials will
DC out: 5 V
help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed
MAX: 2.1 A
information about recycling of this product, please contact
your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal
Bluetooth
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Output
Applicable accessory: Remote control.
Bluetooth Specification Power Class 2
Maximum communication range
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable
Line of sight approx. 10 m*
in the European Union and other
European countries with separate
Frequency band
collection systems)
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)
Communication System
Bluetooth Specification Version 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates
Data Rate)
that the battery provided with this product shall not be
treated as household waste.
Compatible Bluetooth Profiles *
On certain batteries this symbol might be used in
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical
AVRCP*
symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the
Supported codec *
battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004%
SBC (Subband Codec)
lead.
*
1
The actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you
between devices, magnetic fields around a microwave oven,
will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the
static electricity, reception sensitivity, aerial performance,
environment and human health which could otherwise be
operating system, application software, etc.
caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The
*
2
Bluetooth standard profiles provide the specifications for
recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural
Bluetooth communication between devices.
resources.
*
3
Some operations may not be available for some models of iPod.
In case of products that for safety, performance or data
*
4
Codec: Audio signal compression and conversion format
integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an
General
incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by
qualified service staff only.
Speaker
To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand
Woofer: Approx. 76 mm dia. × 2
over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection
Tweeter: Approx. 25 mm dia. × 2
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
Input
equipment.
AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack)
Impedance: 50 kΩ
For all other batteries, please view the section on how to
remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the
Average input level: 245 mV
battery over to the applicable collection point for the
Power output
recycling of waste batteries.
20 W + 20 W (at 1% harmonic distortion) (with AC
adaptor)
For more detailed information about recycling of this
7 W + 7 W (at 1% harmonic distortion) (with rechargeable
product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office,
battery)
your household waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.
Power source
Rated external power source: DC IN 20 V (with supplied
On Bluetooth communication
AC adaptor (AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz) or
rechargeable battery pack NH-300RDP)
Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a range of
about 10 meters.
Battery life*:
Maximum communication range may vary depending
Approx. 7 hours (playback of iPod)
on obstacles (human body, metal, wall, etc.) or
Approx. 6.5 hours (Bluetooth playback)
electromagnetic environment.
Dimensions
Approx. 356.0 mm × 168.1 mm × 121.7 mm (w/h/d)
(incl. projecting parts and controls)
The unit
Mass
Approx. 2.6 kg
Supplied accessories
Steel cabinet
Remote control (with a lithium battery) (1)
AC adaptor (1)
Optimal performance
AC power cord (1)
Limited performance
Operating Instructions (this document) (1)
The following conditions may affect the sensitivity of
Cushion for small-size iPod (1)
Bluetooth communication.
*
Measured by Sony standards. The actual battery life may vary
— There is an obstacle such as a person, metal, or wall
depending on the circumstance of the unit.
between this unit and iPod.
— A device using 2.4 GHz frequency, such as a wireless
Compatible iPod/iPhone/iPad
LAN device, cordless telephone, or microwave oven,
models
is in use near the unit.
— The unit is installed on a shelf made of steel.
The compatible iPod/iPhone/iPad models are as follows.
Because Bluetooth devices and wireless LAN
Update the software of the iPod/iPhone/iPad to the latest
(IEEE802.11b/g/n) use the same frequency, microwave
version before using it with this unit.
interference may occur and resulting in communication
Dock Connector compatible models
speed deterioration, noise, or invalid connection if this
iPod touch (4th generation)
unit is used near a wireless LAN device. In such a case,
iPod touch (3rd generation)
perform the following.
iPod touch (2nd generation)
— Use this unit at least 10 m away from any wireless
iPod nano (6th generation)*
LAN device.
iPod nano (5th generation)
— If this unit is used within 10 m of a wireless LAN
iPod nano (4th generation)
device, turn off the wireless LAN device.
iPod nano (3rd generation)
— Install this unit and iPod as near to each other as
iPod classic 160GB (2009)
possible.
iPhone 4S
Microwaves emitting from a Bluetooth device may affect
iPhone 4
the operation of electronic medical devices. Turn off this
iPhone 3GS
unit and iPod in the following locations, as it may cause
iPhone 3G
an accident.
iPad 2
— where inflammable gas is present, in a hospital, train,
iPad
airplane, or a petrol station
Wireless music streaming compatible models
— near automatic doors or a fire alarm
iPod touch (4th generation)
This unit supports security capabilities that comply with
iPod touch (3rd generation)
the Bluetooth standard to provide a secure connection
iPod touch (2nd generation)
when the Bluetooth wireless technology is used, but
iPhone 4S
security may be insufficient, depending on the setting.
iPhone 4
Be careful when communicating using Bluetooth
iPhone 3GS
wireless technology.
iPhone 3G
We do not take any responsibility for leakage of
iPad 2
information during Bluetooth communication.
iPad
Connection with all Bluetooth devices cannot be
guaranteed.
*
The iPod nano (6th generation) cannot be controlled by the
— A device featuring Bluetooth function is required to
remote when the command of "MENU, " ", " ", " and "ENTER"
conform to the Bluetooth standard specified by
is pressed.
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and be authenticated.
Design and specifications are subject to change without
— Even if the connected device conforms to the above
notice.
mentioned Bluetooth standard, some devices may not
be connected or work correctly, depending on the
features or specifications of the device.
Depending on the device to be connected, it may require
some time to start communication.
Troubleshooting
General
The power does not turn on when the AC adaptor is
connected.
Make sure the AC adaptor is connected to the wall outlet
firmly.
The rechargeable battery is depleted.
Connect the AC adaptor to charge the battery.
There is no sound.
Adjust VOLUME +/− (VOL +/− on the remote).
Noise is heard.
Ensure that the unit is not near in-use portable phones,
etc.
The power will not turn on when the AC adaptor is
disconnected.
The Power Off Hold function may be set. In this case,
cancel the Power Off Hold function. (See "Power Off
Hold function. " )
1
The rechargeable battery may be depleted. In this case,
connect the AC adaptor to charge the battery. (See "To
use the AC adaptor. " )
"ERROR" appears in the display and the unit turns off
automatically.
If this symptom occurs frequently, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
2
When using an iPod on the Dock
3
(Audio/Video Remote Control Profile)
4
There is no sound.
Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.
Make sure that the function for iPod is activated.
Operation is not performed.
Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.
Check that the iPod is compatible with this unit. (See
"Dock Connector compatible models. " )
The iPod does not charge.
Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.
Make sure the AC adaptor is connected firmly.
Check that the iPod is compatible with this unit. (See
"Dock Connector compatible models. " )
When using the Bluetooth connection
There is no sound.
Ensure that this unit is not too far from the iPod, or this
unit is not receiving interference from a wireless LAN,
other 2.4 GHz wireless device, or microwave oven.
Check that the Bluetooth connection is made properly
between this unit and the iPod.
Pair this unit and the iPod again.
Keep away from metal objects or surfaces.
Make sure that the Bluetooth function is activated.
Sound skips or the correspondence distance is short.
If a device that generates electromagnetic radiation, such
as a wireless LAN, other Bluetooth device(s), or a
microwave oven is nearby, move away from such
sources.
Remove any obstacle between this unit and the iPod or
move away from the obstacle.
Locate this unit and the iPod as close to each other as
possible.
Re-position this unit.
Re-position the iPod.
Connecting cannot be done.
Perform pairing again. (See "To pair with an iPod. " )
Check that the iPod is compatible with this unit. (See
"Wireless music streaming compatible models. " )
Pairing cannot be done.
Bring this unit and the iPod closer together.
Delete the unit from the iPod and perform pairing again.
Check that the iPod is compatible with this unit. (See
"Wireless music streaming compatible models. " )
Audio-in
There is no sound.
Make sure the audio connecting cable is connected
firmly.
Make sure that the connected optional component is in
playback mode.
Make sure that the Audio-in function is activated.
The sound is low.
Check the volume of the connected optional component.
Remote control
The remote does not function.
The unit cannot be turned on with the remote when the
AC adaptor is disconnected. In this case, press on
the unit to turn it on.
Replace the battery in the remote with a new one if it is
weak.
Make sure that you are pointing the remote at the remote
sensor on the unit.
Do not cover or place any objects directly in front of the
(Remote sensor) receiver.
Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote and the
unit.
Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to strong
light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light.
If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
When to replace the rechargeable battery
Preparations
Repeated recharging causes the duration of the battery
power to decrease over time. Replace the battery pack
when its duration becomes half the usual period, even after
Power source
charging it fully.
Note
The rechargeable battery pack is not a commercially
Auto power off
available product. To purchase rechargeable battery pack
After playback of the music (from an iPod on the Dock,
(NH-300RDP), consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Bluetooth connection, or optional component connected
to the AUDIO IN jack) has finished, and if no operation is
To replace the rechargeable
performed for about 20 minutes, the unit will
battery
automatically turn off.
1
Notes
Remove the screw of the battery compartment at
While the unit is turned on, if no operation is performed
the bottom of the unit, and open the lid.
for more than about 30 seconds, the display turns off. In
this case, press SOUND to turn on the display again.
The unit cannot be turned on with the remote when the
AC adaptor is disconnected.
To use the AC adaptor
1
Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC
adaptor.
2
Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 20V jack
on the back of this unit firmly and plug it into a
2
Disconnect the connector of the battery pack and
wall outlet.
pull it out.
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
3
Insert a new battery pack and connect its
Confirm that charging has started.
When charging starts, the battery indicator appears.
connector to the jack.
While charging, the charging indicator animation
4
Replace the battery compartment lid and tighten
loops.
the screw.
When the unit is turned off
Notes
When replacing the battery pack, place a soft cloth etc.,
under the unit.
Turn off the unit and disconnect the AC adaptor before
removing the old battery pack.
When charging completes, the full battery indicator
Charge a new battery pack before use. For details, see
appears for a while, and then disappears.
"To use the AC adaptor. "
Remote control
Notes
Before using the supplied remote for the first time, remove
If you connect the AC adaptor when the battery is fully
the insulation film.
charged, the full battery indicator appears for a while,
Aim the remote at the
(Remote sensor) of the unit.
and then disappears.
If you connect the AC adaptor when the battery power is
low, charging starts and the low battery and charging
indicator animation loops.
The unit cannot be operated without the AC adaptor while
the low battery indicator appears.
When to replace the battery
With normal use, the battery (CR2025) should last for
When the unit is turned on
about 6 months. When the remote can no longer operate
the unit, replace the battery with a new one.
side facing up
When charging completes, the full battery indicator
appears.
Note
Note
If you are not going to use the remote for a long time,
remove the battery to avoid any damage that may be caused
It will take approximately 6 hours to fully charge the
battery.
by leakage or corrosion.
To use the rechargeable battery
You can operate the unit with the rechargeable battery
Continued on the reverse side
instead of the AC adaptor.
Note
The maximum output volume will be lower when the
AC adaptor is disconnected.
To check the remaining power of the battery
The remaining power of the battery will be indicated when
the unit is turned on. As the remaining battery power
depletes, the battery indicator decreases.
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
When the battery becomes almost fully depleted, "LOW
BATT" flashes and the unit will turn off. To charge the
battery, connect the AC adaptor. (See "To use the AC
adaptor. " )
Notes
The remaining battery power will not be indicated when
the unit is turned off.
The unit requires at least 30 minutes to charge the
battery if "LOW BATT" appears.
The battery indicator shows approximate remaining
battery power.
Operating conditions will affect the rate of battery
depletion.
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