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Revo AXIS Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Guide v1.0 English Français Deutsch Italiano...

  • Page 2: Technical Support

    English Technical Support Environmental Information If you encounter any problems using AXiS, please refer to the troubleshooting section RoHS Compliance Product Disposal Instructions on pages 32 – 33 of this owner’s guide. and CE Mark (WEEE Directive) If a problem persists, please call...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Alarms If any items are missing or damaged, please Auxiliary Input Mode contact your point of purchase or call Revo directly on +44 (0) 1555 66 61 61 28 – 31 System Settings Note: Please retain AXiS’s packaging for 32 – 33 Troubleshooting Info possible future use, it’s the safest way to...

  • Page 4: Introducing Axis

    Your Versatile Radio Hub AXiS is a cutting-edge, multi-format AXiS is already very useful on its merits as a digital receiver, iPod/iPhone dock and auxiliary digital audio system, featuring Wi-Fi player. Connected to a wireless broadband network however, is where it really shines...

  • Page 5: What's In The Box? / Power Supply

    (+ 3 Plug Adaptors) Set of 6 iPod Dock Adaptors Warranty Card User Guide Power Supply Your AXiS radio is supplied with a multi-region power supply, meaning EURO U.S.A that it can be operated in a number of countries around the world.

  • Page 6: Anatomy Of Axis

    English The Anatomy of AXiS iPod Dock Colour Touchscreen Rotary Volume Standby Button Rear Ports Extendable Aerial USB Update Port DC Power Socket Auxiliary Line In Headphone In Stereo RCA Connectors iPod Video Out...

  • Page 7: Remote Control / Guiding Principles

    English Remote Control (optional) An AXiS remote control is available as an optional accessory, and can be purchased from the official REVO website - www.revo.co.uk AXiS’s remote control is powered by a 3V lithium-ion battery. Depending on usage, this battery should happily run for 1 – 2 years.

  • Page 8: Ipod Mode

    See page 22. Auxiliary Input Alarms Via a standard 3.5mm audio cable, AXiS’s alarms allow you to wake up to any you can use AXiS to play back of the audio modes or a buzzer. Alarms audio from any external source you are fully configurable to specify dates, choose.

  • Page 9: Second-Level Navigation

    English Second–Level When using any of AXiS’s modes, you’ll 15:27 12 Oct 2009 Navigation notice at the foot of the screen are one or BBC Radio 6 Music two rows of contextual menu buttons. Rock/Alternative/Variety After you’ve clicked an option on the home...

  • Page 10: Internet Setup

    • If your network is not password protected, The main steps are illustrated below: AXiS will now connect to it. If you do Select your region... Wireless networks within range will be listed. Enter your network password and click “Confirm”.

  • Page 11: Last.fm Mode

    • Create and share playlists • Free media library Subscribers Registered Users New Users To use the Last.fm service on AXiS requires If you are already a If you already have a If you’ve never a monthly subscription charge but in terms Last.fm subscriber,...
  • Page 12 AXiS. Remember to switch back to fm website, AXiS is ready to enter Last.fm your own account if you want to get mode at any time with just a couple of clicks.
  • Page 13 Love it a profile of your musical tastes. Last.fm Using this mode on AXiS is a bit like Your Neighbourhood hitting “Shuffle” on your whole digital Now select an option from your search results: music collection, except you don’t need...

  • Page 14: Internet Radio Mode

    Internet Radio Mode 15:27 12 Oct 2009 A handy shortcut to all BBC stations. AXiS’s Internet Radio mode is a fantastic way to receive interesting broadcasts of Stations My Favourites every imaginable type from all around The big list! Find thousands of stations Local United Kingdom the World.

  • Page 15: Searching For Stations

    UZIC Drum-Breaks Station Directory UZIC Techno-Minimal Popular Stations A list of the 100 most listened-to stations via To access AXiS’s Internet the Frontier Silicon Internet Radio Portal. Radio Station List, press the directory button any New Stations time you’re in IR mode.
  • Page 16 Bruce Dickinson Friday Rock Show Internet Radio Internet Radio Internet Radio Favourite Station Presets AXiS lets you save separate lists of favourite When you browse one of the options, Favourite Added internet radio stations and podcasts. you’ll see your favourites listed in the order you saved them.

  • Page 17: Internet Radio Portal

    If you already have an account on the Portal, Radio Portal to access some advanced To find it, enter Internet Radio mode. On you can register your AXiS as an additional internet radio features. To access the the menu screen, scroll down and press radio.

  • Page 18: Dab Radio Mode

    Add Current Station to Favourites List Go to Previous Station from List Scanning in progress... AXis is compliant with all current DAB broadcast modes and is future–proofed Stations found: 37 by offering full compability with the forthcoming DAB+ standard. Cancel...

  • Page 19: Dynamic Range Control

    Favourite Station Presets Dynamic Range Control From time to time, it may be necessary AXiS lets you save up to 10 of your DRC can improve audio performance if you to perform a manual scan to keep your favourite DAB stations as presets.

  • Page 20: Ipod Docking Mode

    Apple certified for use with both iPod and iPhone. Control and Playback All the following models are fully compatible with your AXiS: To enter iPod playback mode from AXiS’s home menu screen, just press and release the iPod icon.
  • Page 21 English iPod Dock Setup AXiS is supplied with a selection of adaptors to fit a variety of iPod models. Each of the supplied adaptors has a number (see illustration 1), see the list opposite to check which adaptor corresponds to your iPod/iPhone.
  • Page 22 View technical details of File Type, Science Friction Name, Album Title or Musical Genre. Bitrate and Sample Rate. New School Science In order for AXiS to play your audio files from computer, the computer must first Stop be configured for media sharing. Stop playback and 1:55/3.26...
  • Page 23 There are alternative UPnP platforms which can be used, but this description deals with the process of configuring your WMP system. First, ensure that your PC and AXiS are both connected to the same network. In WMP, add the audio files and folders you want to share with your AXiS to the Media Library.
  • Page 24 English Streaming Audio: Finding Tracks AXiS can play the major audio file After selecting your desired computer 15:27 12 Oct 2009 formats from a computer or server on from the list, you’ll see a list of Artists your local wireless network, including: available media types.

  • Page 25: Fm Radio Mode

    You can simply Your favourites will be listed as shown dictates AXiS’s FM sensitivity when scanning press any part of this scale, to tune AXiS below. If you’re already listening for stations. If set to “Strong”, scanning will to the corresponding radio frequency.
  • Page 26 12 Oct 2009 Set alarm time When AXiS is in standby mode, if an alarm is set, Simply press any setting to review or edit it. its icon will be displayed on screen as pictured. Pressing the “Back” button will save your changes and take you back to the main summary screen.

  • Page 27: Sleep Function

    AXiS or its remote control. Auxiliary Mode AUX IN mode allows you to play audio From the AXiS HOME screen, select AUX IN. 15:27 12 Oct 2009 from almost any external source (e.g.

  • Page 28: Alarms

    • Time Settings menu includes the following options: change the source unless you don’t intend • Alarms to connect your AXiS to the net for a while. • Equaliser • Time Zone • Network • Use Daylight Saving You can also set the time sync source to •...

  • Page 29: Network Settings

    WLAN Region Network profiles Lets you change your global location if you My Network 2 move your AXiS to a new region. As your Manual settings network will doubtless change anyway in this instance, we would recommend simply using Settings the Network Wizard to add a new network.

  • Page 30: Miscellaneous Settings

    Your AXiS’s current software version will Language AXiS is up-to-date. If there is new software be maintained, as will its registration The default language on your AXiS available, you will be asked to confirm with the Internet Radio Portal.
  • Page 31 English Equaliser Settings 15:27 12 Oct 2009 Custom EQ Settings AXiS gives you control over its Bass Treble Loudness: default audio settings. Select “Custom” to set your own preferences for Bass, Treble and Loudness. Press the “Back” button to save your settings and return to the equaliser options list.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Network down. Check that network is working between computer and router. Router restricts access to Obtain your AXiS’s MAC address from listed MAC addresses. System Settings > Network Settings > Current Settings and add to router list. Note: AXiS has separate MAC addresses for wired and wireless networks.
  • Page 33 English Problem Possible Causes Try This Cannot connect to network Firewall preventing access. Check the following ports are open on the router: UDP and TCP ports 80 and123. DNS port 53 Windows shares: ports 135 – 139 and 445 Windows media player: varies Non-Microsoft firewalls may require configuration for UPnP.
  • Page 34 English Glossary Digital Audio Broadcasting Dynamic Label Segment (short text information broadcast with DAB audio) Frequency Modulation Radio Data System UPnP Universal Plug and Play Audio Specification Driver 1x 58mm square NXT Balanced Mode Radiator full-range drivers utilising neodymium magnet systems Power Continuous 8W (RMS) Frequency Response...
  • Page 36 Technical Support: +44 (0)1555 66 61 61 support@revo.co.uk www.revo.co.uk/support AXIS has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and iPhone and has been certified to meet Apple’s performance standards.

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