Sharp GX-M10 Operation Manual

ENGLISH
MODEL
GX-M10
PORTABLE CD STEREO SYSTEM
OPERATION MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this manual
carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.
iPhone not included.
iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and
iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered
in the U.S. and other countries.
"Made for iPod," "Made for iPhone," and "Made for iPad" mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect
speci cally to iPod, iPhone, or iPad respectively, and has been certi ed by the developer to meet Apple performance
standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless performance.
Accessories
The following accessories are included.
AC power cord x 1 Remote control x 1 Stand for iPad x 1 Dock spacer x 1 Carrying Strap x 1
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Placing the unit Volume auto fade-in
If you turn off and on the main unit with the volume set to 27 or
This unit can be placed in 2 positions as shown below.
higher, the volume starts at 16 and fades in to the last set level.
Caution:
Make sure that the unit is placed on a  at and level surface.
Volume control
Make sure to turn the unit carefully when adjusting the position.
Press VOLUME +/– buttons (on main unit) or VOL +/– (on remote
Do not place the unit other than these 2 positions to avoid damage
and injury. control) to increase or decrease the volume.
To get the best display viewing angle, place the unit as below.
Direct key power on function
Position 1:
On the shelf/table. When you press any of the following buttons, the unit turns on.
iPod / , CD / , USB / on the main unit or the remote
control: selected function is activated.
TUNER/AUDIO IN on the main unit: last tuner or audio function
is activated.
TUNER or AUDIO IN on the remote control: the unit turns on
with the selected function activated.
Foot cushion 1 and 2
touching the surface.
Auto power off function
Position 2:
The main unit will enter the stand-by mode (when iPad, iPod,
On the fl oor/ground
iPhone, guitar or microphone is not connected) after 15 minutes
of inactivity during:
iPod: Not docked.
Audio In: No detection of input signal.
CD: In the stop mode or no disc.
USB: In the stop mode or no media.
Foot cushion 2 and 3
Note:
touching the surface. However, if iPod or iPhone is docked, the unit will begin charging.
"iPod CHARGING" will be displayed.
General control Auto resume function
The auto resume function will resume the last function and
POWER
ON/STAND-BY
playback, should there be a power failure or the AC power cord
becomes disconnected. However, CD/MP3 program and random
mode are not memorized.
Equalizer
When the EQ/(X-BASS) button is pressed, the current mode
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REMOTE SENSOR setting will be displayed. To change to a different mode, press
the EQ/(X-BASS) button repeatedly until the desired sound mode
appears.
FLAT No equalization.
ROCK For rock music.
Vocals are enhanced.
VOCAL
To turn the power on For hip hop music.
HIP HOP
Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. For salsa music.
SALSA
After use: For reggae music.
REGGAE
Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power
stand-by mode. Muting
The volume is muted temporarily when pressing the
Display and Subwoofer light up control
the remote control. Press again to restore the volume.
The display and subwoofer light can be changed.
X-Bass control
Main unit:
1) Press DEMO/(DIMMER)/ button for more than 3 seconds.
When the power is  rst turned on, the unit will enter the extra bass
The current mode will be displayed.
mode which emphasizes the bass frequencies, and "X-BASS" will
2) Within 5 seconds, press DEMO/(DIMMER)/ button to change
appear. To cancel the extra bass mode, press the EQ/(X-BASS)
the mode.
button. The last equalizer mode will turn on.
Remote control:
To turn on the X-Bass mode again, press the EQ/(X-BASS) button
Press DEMO/DIMMER button to change the mode.
for more than 2 seconds.
MODE 1 (Display backlight on and Subwoofer light off)
MODE 2 (Display backlight off and Subwoofer light off)
MODE Off (Display backlight on and Subwoofer light on)
Notes:
During battery/DC operation, the unit will be set to Demo mode
off with display and subwoofer light in MODE 2 to reduce the
battery power consumption.
During MODE 2, press any button to light up the display
backlight for a few seconds.
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Advanced CD or MP3/WMA disc playback
MP3/WMA folder mode (only for
MP3/WMA files)
Random play
The tracks on the disc can be played in random order
automatically.
To random play all tracks:
Press and hold PLAY MODE button on the remote control until
"RANDOM" appears. Press the CD / button.
To cancel random play:
Press the PLAY MODE button again. "RDM" indicator will
disappear.
Notes:
If you press the button during random play, you can
move to the track selected next by the random operation. On
the other hand, the button does not allow you to move
to the previous track. The beginning of the track being played
will be located.
Procedure to playback MP3/WMA disc
In random play, the unit will select and play tracks automatically.
with folder mode on
(You cannot select the order of the tracks.)
To play back CD-R/RW.
Programmed play (CD)
1 Press the CD / button, and load an MP3/WMA disc. Press the
FOLDER button and disc info will be displayed.
You can choose up to 32 selections for playback in the order you
2 Press the TUNING ( or ) button to select desired playback
like.
folder. (Folder mode on)
1 While in the stop mode, press the MEMORY button on the 3 Select desired  le to be played back by pressing the
remote control to enter the programming save mode.
button.
2 Press the numeric button or or buttons on the 4 Press the CD / button. Playback will start and  le name will
remote control to select the desired track.
be displayed.
3 Press the MEMORY button to save the track number.
Title, Artist and Album name are displayed if they are recorded
4 Repeat steps 2 - 3 for other tracks. Up to 32 tracks can be
on the disc.
programmed. If you want to check the programmed tracks,
In case of playback with the folder mode on, press the
press the MEMORY button repeatedly. If you make a mistake,
TUNING ( or ) button, and the folder can be selected even
the programmed tracks can be cleared by pressing the CLEAR
though it is in playback/pause mode. It will continue playback/
button for more than 2 seconds.
pause mode in the 1st track of the selected folder.
5 Press the CD / button to start playback.
Display content can be changed by pressing the DISPLAY
button.
Programmed play (MP3/WMA)
File name display
1 While in the stop mode, press the MEMORY button to enter the
programming save mode.
2 Press the TUNING ( or ) button on the remote control to Counter display
select the desired folder.
Album display Artist display
Then press the or button on the remote control to
Note:
select the desired tracks.
3 Press the MEMORY button to save the folder and track
If "NOTSUPRT" is displayed, it means "Copyright protected WMA
number.  le" or "Not supported playback  le" is selected.
4 Repeat steps 2 – 3 for other folder/tracks. Up to 32 tracks can
be programmed.
5 Press the CD / button to start playback.
To cancel the programmed play mode:
During programmed stop mode, press the DEMO/(DIMMER)/ ( )
button. The display will show "MEM CLR" and all the programmed
contents will be cleared.
Adding tracks to the program:
If a program has been previously stored, the "MEM" indicator will
be displayed. Press the MEMORY button. Then follow steps 2
- 3 to add tracks.
Notes:
When a CD compartment door is opened, the program is
automatically canceled.
If you press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to enter the
stand-by mode or change the function from CD to another, the
programmed selections will be cleared.
During the program operation, random play is not possible.
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Using the once timer and daily timer in combination:
Setting the clock (Remote control only)
For example, use the once timer to listen a radio program, and use
the daily timer to wake up.
1 Set the daily timer (pages 12 - 13).
2 Set the once timer (pages 12 - 13).
1 minute or more
Daily timer Once timer
Start Stop Start
Timer playback
Before setting timer:
Check that the clock is set to the correct time (refer left
In this example, the clock is set for the 12-hour (AM 12:00) display.
column). If it is not set, you cannot use the timer function.
1 Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button. For timer playback: Plug in USB or load discs or dock
iPod to be played.
3 Within 10 seconds, press the ENTER button.
4 Press the or button to select 12-hour or 24-hour
display and then press the ENTER button.
The 12-hour display will appear. 1 Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power
(AM 12:00 - PM 11:59)
on.
The 12-hour display will appear.
2 Press and hold the CLOCK/TIMER button.
(AM 0:00 - PM 11:59)
3 Within 10 seconds, press the or
The 24-hour display will appear.
"ONCE" or "DAILY", and press the ENTER button.
(0:00 - 23:59)
4 Within 10 seconds, press the or
"TIM.SET", and press the ENTER button.
5 To adjust the hour, press the or button
5 To select the timer playback source (CD, TUNER, USB, iPod,
and then press the ENTER button. Press the or
AUDIO IN), press the or button.
button once to advance the time by 1 hour. Hold
When you select the tuner, select a station by pressing the
it down to advance continuously.
or button, and then press the ENTER button.
6 To adjust the minutes, press the or button
If a station has not been programmed, "NOPRESET" will be
and then press the ENTER button. Press the or
button once to advance the time by 1 minute. displayed and timer setting will be canceled.
Hold it down to advance the time by 5 minutes interval. 6 Press the ENTER button to adjust the hour. Press the
or button and then press the ENTER button.
To confi rm the time display:
7 To adjust the minutes, press the or
Press the CLOCK/TIMER button. The time display will appear for
then press the ENTER button.
about 5 seconds.
8 Set the time to  nish as in steps 6 and 7 above.
Notes:
9 Adjust the volume using the VOLUME control, and then press
When power supply is restored after unit is plugged in again
the ENTER button. Do not turn the volume up too high.
or after a power failure, con rm the clock, if required, reset the
10 Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power
clock from step 1 onward.
stand-by mode. The "TIMER" indicator lights up and the unit is
The clock will continue counting for a few hours should there be
ready for timer playback.
a power failure or the AC power cord becomes disconnected.
To readjust the clock:
Perform "Setting the clock" from step 1. If the "CLOCK" does
not appear in step 2, step 4 (for selecting the 12-hour or 24-hour
TIMER
display) will be skipped. REMOTE
SENSOR
To change the 12-hour or 24-hour display:
1 Clear all the programmed contents. [Refer to "Factory
reset, clearing all memory" on page 14 for details.]
11 When the preset time is reached, playback will start. The
2 Perform "Setting the clock" from step 1 onward.
volume will increase gradually until it reaches the preset
volume. The timer indicator will blink during timer playback.
Timer and sleep operation (Remote
12 When the timer end time is reached, the system will enter the
control only)
power stand-by mode automatically.
Once timer:
Timer playback:
The timer will be canceled.
The unit turns on and plays the desired source (CD, TUNER, USB,
Daily timer:
iPod, AUDIO IN) at a preset time. The timer operates at the same time every day. It will continue
until the daily timer setting is canceled. Cancel the daily timer
This unit has 2 types of timer: ONCE TIMER and DAILY
when it is not in use.
TIMER.
Notes:
Once timer:
When performing timer playback using another unit connected
Once timer play works for one time only at a preset time.
to the USB/iPad terminal or AUDIO IN jack, select "USB" or
(" " indicator).
"AUDIO IN" in step 5. However, if the source is set to USB,
Daily timer:
make sure there is no iPod or iPhone docked to the unit.
Daily timer play works at the same preset time every day. For
This unit will turn on or enter the power stand-by mode
example, set the timer as a wake-up call every morning.
automatically. However, the connected unit will not turn on or off.
("DAILY" indicator).
To stop the timer playback, follow step "Cancelling the timer
setting" on page 13.
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Controls and indicators
Front panel
17 18
1. Equalizer/X-Bass Button
2. Power On/Stand-by Button
3. Demo/Dimmer/Stop Button
4. Tuner/Audio In Button
5. Tuner Preset Down, CD/USB Track Down, iPod/
iPhone Skip Down Button
6. USB Play/Pause Button
7. Tuner Preset Up, CD/USB Track Up, iPod/iPhone
2 4 6 8 10
Skip Up Button
1 1 3 5 7 9 11 8. CD Play/Pause Button
9. Volume Down Button
10. iPod Play/Pause Button
11. Volume Up Button
POWER TUNER/AUDIO-IN USB CD
ON/STAND-BY iPod
12. Docking station door open knob
X-BASS/EQ DEMO/DIMMER
PRESET VOLUME
13. Timer indicator
14. Remote sensor
12
15. Docking station
16. USB/iPad Terminal
17. CD compartment
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16 18. CD compartment open knob
13
14
15
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Rear panel
1. FM antenna
2. DC 12 V input jack
3. Headphone jack
4. Microphone volume knob
5. Microphone input jack
6. Guitar input jack
11 7. Guitar volume knob
8. Audio input jack
9. Video output jack
10. AC input jack
11. Cable holder
10
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Display
1. CD Indicator
2. USB Indicator
3. MP3 Indicator
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
4. WMA Indicator
21
5. iPod Indicator
22 6. FM Stereo Mode Indicator
7. Stereo Station Indicator
8. Total Indicator
9. Folder Indicator
10. Title Indicator
11. MEM (Memory) Indicator
12. X-bass Indicator
13. Sleep Indicator
14. Once Timer Indicator
15. Daily Timer Indicator
16. RDM (Random) Indicator
Speakers 17. Repeat Indicator
18. Microphone Indicator
19. Guitar Indicator
20. Battery Level Indicator
21. Play Indicator
22. Pause Indicator
1 2 3
1. Front speaker 3. Bass Refl ex Duct
2. Subwoofer
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Listening to the iPod, iPhone or iPad
Made for:
iPod touch (4th generation) iPod nano (2nd generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation) iPhone 4S
iPod touch (2nd generation) iPhone 4
iPod touch (1st generation) iPhone 3GS
Note:
iPod classic iPhone 3G
USB/iPad terminal does not support VIDEO out.
iPod nano (6th generation) iPhone
iPod nano (5th generation) iPad (3rd generation) iPod, iPhone or iPad playback (USB only)
iPod nano (4th generation) iPad 2
1 Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
iPod nano (3rd generation) iPad
2 Press the USB / button on the remote control or the main unit
Caution:
to select USB function.
Please update your iPod, iPhone and iPad unit to the latest
3 Connect iPod, iPhone or iPad to the unit. "USB/iPod" will appear.
software version before using it. Please visit Apple's homepage
to download the latest version for your iPod, iPhone and iPad.
Notes:
Charging terminal for iPod, iPhone and iPad:
Condition DOCK USB/iPad
4 Press the USB / button to start playback.
terminal
Note:
Stop button ( ) is invalid during iPod, iPhone or iPad playback.
USB function YES YES
(without iPod or
iPhone playback
iPhone docking)
Other function YES NO
Sound will only switch from iPhone to the main unit after
(iPod / CD / authentication process is completed in approximately 10 seconds.
Tuner / Audio In)
Incoming calls will pause the playback.
Once the calls are answered, the conversation can only be
Stand-by YES NO
heard through the built-in iPhone speaker. Turn on the iPhone
Fully charge the iPod, iPhone and iPad with AC power speaker or undock the iPhone to start conversation.
before using GX-M10 battery operation.
The message "This accessory is not made to work with iPod and iPhone connection (Dock only)
iPhone" or similar, may appear on the iPhone screen
when:
Caution:
- battery is low.
Unplug all accessories from the iPod or iPhone before inserting
- the iPhone is not properly docked (eg. slanting).
it into the dock.
If this occurs, remove and re-dock the iPhone.
Note:
This product is made for iPod, iPhone and iPad. To
Do not use the docking station to connect your iPad.
prevent random interference when iPod, iPhone
1 Open the docking station door by pushing
or iPad is connected, the headphone output is
disabled, and "HPINVALD" will be displayed. the docking station door open knob to the
You may also experience brief audio interference area marked ' '.
during incoming calls.
Cautions:
The headphone output is switched off during inserting
Close the docking station door if
iPod, iPhone and iPad unit. This is an Apple product
not in use.
speci cation.
Do not press the docking station
door downward when it is open as
iPod, iPhone and iPad connection (USB
it may cause damage and injury.
only)
2 Dock your iPod or iPhone into the unit.
1 Insert the connector to the iPod, iPhone or iPad.
iPhone (bottom)
iPad
button on
Dock connector
Connector
2 Place the iPad to the stand for iPad. For additional support, apply dock spacer (supplied) as shown.
iPad
Stand for iPad
1 Peel off the double sided tape separator.
3 Connect the iPod, iPhone or iPad to the unit via USB 2 Place the spacer on the space allocated inside the docking
connector. station as shown.
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Listening to USB mass storage device/MP3 player
Caution:
To remove USB memory device
At USB mode, once the iPod or iPhone is docked onto the unit,
the iPod or iPhone will automatically start charging. 'iPod DOCK
1 Press the DEMO/(DIMMER)/ ( ) button to stop playback.
CHARGE MODE' will be displayed. In order to listen to any USB
2 Disconnect USB memory device from the USB/iPad terminal.
mass storage device / MP3 player, the iPod or iPhone must be
Notes:
removed from the docking station.
SHARP will not be held liable for the loss of data while the USB
memory device is connected to the audio system.
Files compressed in MP3 and/or WMA format can be played back
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TIMER
REMOTE
SENSOR This USB memory's format supports FAT 16 or FAT 32.
SHARP cannot guarantee that all USB memory devices will work
on this audio system.
USB cable is not recommended for use in this audio system to
connect to USB memory device. Use of the USB cable will affect
the performance of this audio system. iPod, iPhone and iPad is not
prone to this condition.
This USB memory cannot be operated via USB hub.
The USB/iPad terminal in this unit is not intended for a PC connection
but is used for music streaming with a USB memory device.
External HDD-storage cannot be played back via USB/iPad
terminal.
If the data inside the USB memory is large, it may take longer time
for the data to be read.
This product can play WMA and MP3  les. It will automatically detect
the  le type being played. If unplayable  le is played on this product,
or
"NOTSUPRT" is indicated and the  le will be automatically skipped.
This will take a few seconds. If abnormal indications appear on the
display due to the unspeci ed  le, turn off the unit and then turn it
Note: on again.
This product is not compatible with MTP and AAC  le systems
This product relates to USB mass storage devices and MP3 players.
from USB mass storage device or MP3 player. It may however face some irregularities due to various unforeseen
reasons from some devices. Should this happen, turn off the unit
To play back USB/MP3 player with folder
and then turn it on again.
mode off
During CD function, MP3 player will not be charging.
1 Press the USB / button on the remote control or the main unit
Advanced USB playback
to select USB function. Connect the USB memory device that
Folder display
has MP3/WMA format  les on the unit. When the USB memory
The following functions are the same as CD operations:
is connected to the main unit, the device information will be
displayed.
Title display
2 Select desired  le to be played back by pressing the
or
Direct track search ...................................................................... 7
button.
Repeat play .................................................................................. 7
3 Press the USB / button. Playback will start and the  le name
Random play................................................................................ 8
will be displayed.
Programmed play (MP3/WMA) .................................................. 8
Title, Artist and Album name are displayed if they are
recorded in the USB memory device.
Note:
Display content can be changed by pressing the DISPLAY
If USB memory device is not connected, "NO MEDIA" will be
button.
shown on the display.
Note:
Notes:
To pause playback:
This unit only supports "MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3" format. (Sampling
Press the USB / button.
Frequency is 32, 44.1, 48kHz)
Playback order for MP3  les may differ depending on the writing
To play back USB/MP3 player with folder
software used during  le download.
mode on
Bitrate which is supported by MP3 is 32~320 kbps, WMA is 64~160
1 Press the USB / button on the remote control or the main unit kbps.
For MP3/WMA  les, please put ".MP3" ".WMA" extension. Files
to select USB function. Connect the USB memory device that
has MP3/WMA format  les on the unit. When the USB memory cannot be played back if there is no MP3/WMA extension.
is connected to the main unit, the device information will be Playlists are not supported on this unit.
displayed. This unit can display Folder Name or File Name up to 32
2 Press the FOLDER button, and press the TUNING ( or ) characters.
Maximum total number of MP3/WMA  les is 65025.
button to select desired playback folder. To start playback with
Total number of folders read is 999 including folder with non-playable
folder mode on, go to step 4. To change the playback folder,
 le. However, the display shows only folder with MP3  les.
press the TUNING ( or ) button to select another folder.
The display playback time may not be displayed correctly when
3 Select desired  le to be played back by pressing the
or
playing back a variable bitrate  le.
button.
The ID3TAG information supported are TITLE, ARTIST and ALBUM
4 Press the USB / button. Playback will start and the  le name
only. Title name, artist name and album name can be displayed by
will be displayed.
pressing the DISPLAY button during  le playback or pause mode.
Title, Artist and Album name are displayed if they are
WMA meta tag also supports title, artist and album name which
recorded in the USB memory device. are recorded in WMA  les. Copyright protected WMA  les cannot
Display content can be changed by pressing the DISPLAY
be played back.
button.
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Timer and sleep operation (Remote Troubleshooting chart
control only) (continued)
Many potential problems can be resolved by the owner without
calling a service technician.
Checking the timer setting:
If something is wrong with this product, check the following before
1 Turn the power on and press and hold down the CLOCK/TIMER
calling your authorized SHARP dealer or service center.
button.
2 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select
"ONCE" or "DAILY", and press the ENTER button. General
3 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select
Stop "TIM.CALL", and press the ENTER button.
Symptom
Cancelling the timer setting:
The clock is not set to
1 Turn the power on and press and hold down the CLOCK/TIMER
the correct time.
button.
2 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select
When a button is
"ONCE" or "DAILY", and press the ENTER button.
pressed, the unit does
3 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select
not respond.
"TIM.OFF", and press the ENTER button. Timer will be canceled
(the setting will not be canceled).
Reusing the memorized timer setting:
No sound is heard.
The timer setting will be memorized once it is entered. To reuse
the same setting, perform the following operations.
1 Turn the power on and press and hold down the CLOCK/TIMER
button.
Sound too low or
2 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select
distorted.
button to select
"ONCE" or "DAILY", and press the ENTER button.
Power suddenly shuts
3 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select
down.
button to select "TIM.ON" , and press the ENTER button.
4 Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power
stand-by mode.
CD player
Sleep operation
Symptom
The radio, compact disc, iPod, USB, and Audio In function can all
Playback does not start.
be turned off automatically.
Playback stops in
1 Play back the desired sound source.
the middle or is not
2 Press the SLEEP button.
performed properly.
3 Within 5 seconds, press the Numeric button to set the time. (1
button and
minute ~ 99 minutes)
4 "SLEEP" will appear.
5 The unit will enter the power stand-by mode automatically after Playback sounds are
the preset time has elapsed. The volume will be turned down 1 skipped, or stopped in
minute before the sleep operation  nishes
the middle of a track.
To confi rm the remaining sleep time:
1 While "SLEEP" is indicated, press the SLEEP button.
To cancel the sleep operation:
Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button while "SLEEP" is
indicated. To cancel the sleep operation without setting the unit to
Remote control
the stand-by mode, proceed as follows.
1 While "SLEEP" is indicated, press the SLEEP button.
2 Within 5 seconds, press the "0" button twice until "SLEEP 00" Symptom
appears.
The remote control does
not operate.
To use timer and sleep operation together
Sleep and timer playback:
For example, you can fall asleep listening to the radio and wake up
to CD in the next morning.
1 Set the sleep time (see above, steps 1 - 5).
2 While the sleep timer is set, set the timer playback (steps 2 - 9,
page 12).
Tuner
Timer playback
Sleep timer
setting
setting End time
Symptom
The radio makes
1-99 minutes Desired time
unusual noises
continuously.
Sleep operation will Timer playback start time
automatically stop
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Controls and indicators
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3
17
4
5 18
6 19
20
7
21
8
9 22
10 23
11 24
25
12 26
13
27
14
15 28
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System connections
Do not connect the DC and AC
power to the unit at the same time.
To AC INPUT
AC outlet
jack
AC 120 V ~ 60 Hz
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG
TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
AC power connection
After checking all the connections have been made correctly,
plug the AC power cord of this unit into the AC outlet.
Notes:
Remove all batteries when using AC power.
Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet if the unit will not
be in use for a prolonged period of time.
Demonstration mode
The  rst time the unit is plugged in with AC power, the unit will
enter the demonstration mode. You will see words scroll and
the subwoofer light up will operate in the  ashing mode.
To cancel the demonstration mode, press the DEMO/DIMMER
button (remote control) during power stand-by mode. The unit
will enter the low power consumption mode. The subwoofer
light will be off.
To return to the demonstration mode, press the DEMO/
DIMMER button again.
If iPod or iPhone is docked, the unit will begin charging. "iPod
CHARGING" will be displayed.
Listening to the iPod, iPhone or iPad (continued)
iPod or iPhone playback (Dock only)
1 Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to turn the
power on.
2 Press the iPod / button on the remote control or the
main unit to select iPod function.
3 Insert iPod or iPhone unit into the dock of main unit.
"DOCK OK" will appear. Make sure to close the docking
station door before playback.
4 Press the iPod / button to start playback.
Notes:
When enjoying loud music at high volume, sound vibration is
transferred to the docked iPod or iPhone. This vibration may
cause the song to shuf e if the iPod or iPhone 'Shake to Shuf e'
setting is turned on. Should this happen, turn off the 'Shake to
Shuf e' function.
iPod touch and iPhone need to be operated itself in the
Track number following operations.
1. Returning to the home screen.
2. Selecting the application on the home screen.
3. Dragging the slider.
To operate the connected iPod or iPhone, turn this unit
to position 2 (refer "Placing the unit" on page 4).
POWER
ON/STAND-BY
PORTABLE MUSIC BOOMBOX GX-M10
To disconnect iPod, iPhone or iPad
It is safe to disconnect iPod, iPhone and iPad even during
playback. However, attention should be drawn when removing the
iPod or iPhone from docking station to avoid damage.
Watching videos on a TV connected to
iPod or iPhone
1 Press the DISPLAY (TV OUT) button for more than 2 seconds
until "V-OUT ON" appear on display.
Docking station
2 Press the ENTER button to start playback.
door
Notes:
iPhone
If the TV Out setting is already turned on at video menu, the
video is automatically displayed on the TV screen when ENTER
key is pressed.
USB/iPad terminal does not support VIDEO OUT.
To return to watching video on iPod or iPhone screen, press the
MENU button to enter video menu. Then press the DISPLAY
(TV OUT) button for more than 2 seconds until "V-OUT OFF"
Dock for iPhone appears.
During iPod or iPhone video playback, pressing the DISPLAY
(TV OUT) button will not toggle video out display between iPod
and TV.
Caution:
Peel off Stop button ( ) is invalid during iPod function
separator
Navigating the iPod, iPhone or iPad menus
1
Press the MENU button to view the menu on iPod,
Dock spacer
iPhone or iPad unit. Press it again to go back to
Docking station previous menu.
2 Use the TUNING ( or ) button to select an item on
the menu and then press ENTER button.
Listening to the radio
POWER
ON/STAND-BY
PORTABLE MUSIC BOOMBOX GX-M10
TIMER
SENSOR REMOTE
Tuning
1 Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to turn the
power on.
2 Press the TUNER button on the remote control or TUNER/
AUDIO IN button on the main unit repeatedly to select FM
Stereo or FM Mono.
3 Press the TUNING ( or ) button on the remote control
to tune in to the desired station.
Manual tuning:
Press the TUNING ( or ) button repeatedly to tune in
to the desired station.
Page
Auto tuning:
When the TUNING ( or ) button is pressed for more
than 0.5 seconds, scanning will start automatically
and the tuner will stop at the  rst receivable broadcast
station.
Notes:
When radio interference occurs, auto scan tuning may
stop automatically at that point.
Auto scan tuning will skip weak signal stations.
To stop the auto tuning, press the TUNING ( or ) button
again.
To receive an FM stereo transmission:
Press the TUNER button to select stereo mode and "ST"
indicator will be displayed. " " will appear when an FM
broadcast is in stereo.
If the FM reception is weak, press the TUNER button to
extinguish the "ST" indicator. The reception changes to
monaural, and the sound becomes clearer.
Troubleshooting chart (continued)
USB
Symptom Possible cause
There is no MP3/WMA  le
Device cannot be
detected. inside the device.
The device is not properly
connected.
Possible cause
A MTP device is connected.
The device contains AAC  le
A power failure occured.
Reset the clock. (Refer page only.
12)
Playback does not start. A copyright-protected WMA or
Set the unit to the power false MP3  le is being played
stand-by mode and then turn
back.
it back on.
A Variable Bitrate  les are being
Wrong time display.
If the unit still malfunctions,
Wrong  le name display.
played back.
reset it. (Refer page 14)
The File Name was written in
The volume level is set to other than English characters.
"MIN".
The headphones are
iPod, iPhone or iPad
connected.
The batteries are depleted.
Symptom Possible cause
Change the batteries.
No sound is produced. The iPod, iPhone or iPad is not
No image appears on playing.
the TV/monitor. The iPod, iPhone or iPad is not
properly connected to the unit.
The AC power cord of the unit
is not plugged in.
Possible cause The video cable is not properly
connected.
The disc is loaded upside
The TV/monitor's input
down.
selection is not properly set.
The disc does not satisfy the
The iPod TV out feature has not
standards.
been set to output video.
The disc is distorted or
USB/iPad terminal does not
scratched.
support video.
The unit is located near
iPod, iPhone or iPad will The iPod, iPhone or iPad is
excessive vibrations.
not charge. not making full contact with the
A very dirty disc has been used.
connector.
Condensation has formed
Using iPod (3rd generation).
inside the unit.
The iPod or iPhone is not
Volume level is too high. Adjust
supported. Refer to page 5 for
to lower volume.
compatible models.
"This accessory is The iPhone battery is low.
not made to work Please charge the iPhone.
with iPhone" or "This iPhone is not properly docked.
Possible cause accessory is not
supported by iPhone"
The AC power cord of the unit
appears on iPhone
is not plugged in.
screen.
Wrong battery polarity.
The batteries are exhausted.
The distance or angle is Condensation
incorrect.
The remote control sensor Sudden temperature changes, storage or operation in an
receives strong light or sunlight. extremely humid environment may cause condensation inside
the cabinet (CD pickup, etc.) or on the transmitter on the remote
control. Condensation can cause the unit to malfunction. If this
happens, leave the power on with no disc in the unit until normal
playback is possible (about 1 hour). Wipe off any condensation on
Possible cause
the transmitter with a soft cloth before operating the unit.
The unit is placed near the TV
If problem occurs
or computer.
The FM antenna is not properly
When this product is subjected to strong external interference
extended or positioned.
(mechanical shock, excessive static electricity, abnormal supply
voltage due to lightning, etc.) or if it is operated incorrectly, it may
malfunction.
System connections (continued)
Remote control Operation with batteries
1. Remote Control Transmitter
Fully charge the iPod, iPhone and iPad with AC power
2. Demo/Dimmer Button
before using GX-M10 battery operation.
3. Numeric Buttons
4. Equalizer (X-Bass) Button 1 Disconnect the AC and DC power cord, and remove the
5. Tuner Preset Up Button battery compartment cover.
6. Tuner Preset Down Button Remove USB connection and undock the iPod or iPhone
7. Folder Button before installing batteries to avoid possible damage.
8. Tuning Up, iPod Cursor Up, Folder Up Button Connection of the AC or DC power cord to the unit
9. Skip Down, Fast Reverse, Time Down Button disconnects the batteries.
10. Tuning Down, iPod Cursor Down,
Folder Down Button
11. Memory Button
12. Audio In Button
13. USB Play/Pause Button
14. Tuner Button 2 Insert 10 "D" size batteries (UM/SUM-1, R20, HP-2 or
15. Display Button similar) into the battery compartment according to the
16. On/Stand-by Button sequence indicated on the rear panel.
When inserting or removing the batteries 5 and 0, push
17. Mute Button
them toward the (-) battery terminals.
18. Volume Up Button
19. Volume Down Button Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to
20. Sleep (Clear) Button malfunction.
21. Play Mode/Random Button
Batteries are not included.
22. Skip Up, Fast Forward, Time Up Button
23. Enter Button
24. Clock (Timer) Button Bottom row
25. CD Play/Pause Button
26. iPod Play/Pause Button
3
27. iPod Display (TV OUT) Button
5 4
28. CD/USB Stop Button
2
1
29. iPod Menu Button
Insert the batteries
according to the
sequence indicated.
3 Replace the battery compartment cover.
Precautions for battery use:
Insert the batteries according to the direction indicated on the
rear panel.
Remove the batteries if they are weak or if the unit will not be
used for long periods of time. This will prevent potential damage
due to battery leakage.
The safety marking and Replace all old batteries with new ones at the same time.
statement label (*) Do not mix old and new batteries.
Battery replacement:
When batteries are low, battery indicator "
that the batteries need to be replaced. sound may become
distorted and unit may automatically turn off or mute during
(*) Label is located at the
high volume level. Reduce the volume level or replace the
bottom of the unit.
batteries.
When replacing the batteries, place the unit on a cushion or soft
DC power connection
cloth to avoid damage.
Cautions:
Caution:
Do not use rechargeable battery (nickel-cadmium battery,
During battery/DC operation, the unit will be set to Demo mode
etc.).
off with display and subwoofer light in MODE 2 to reduce the
Immediately remove the discharged batteries. If the chemical
battery power consumption.
leak into the unit, clean it.
When using battery/DC power, the remote control cannot be
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be
used to turn on the unit.
exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,  re or the like.
Unplug the AC power cord from the unit before using the DC
power. Otherwise the unit will not work.
When the unit is not in use for an extended period, remove the Connecting iPod or iPhone to TV
DC cord from the DC IN 12 V jack.
Photo and video  les from iPod or iPhone can be viewed by
connecting the system to TV/monitor.
If the TV/monitor has a video input, connect it to the VIDEO OUT
jack at the back of the unit and set the TV Out on the iPod or
iPhone unit to "ON" position.
Note:
Please make sure to set iPod unit to either NTSC or PAL to
match your TV signal. Please visit Apple's homepage for further
information.
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Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc
Note:
When navigating the iPod, iPhone or iPad menu with remote
control, do not operate any of the buttons on the iPod or iPhone
unit. The volume level is adjusted by pressing the VOL (+ or –)
button on the main unit or the remote control. Adjusting the volume
on the iPod, iPhone or iPad units give no effect.
iPod, iPhone and iPad operations:
The operations described below depend on the generation iPod,
iPhone and iPad you are using.
System on operation:
When the main unit is powered on, the iPod, iPhone or iPad units
will automatically power on when docked or connected in the unit.
System off (stand-by operation):
When the main unit is turned to stand-by mode, the docked
iPod, iPhone or connected iPad unit will automatically pause the Disc playback
playback.
1 Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the CD / button on the remote control or the main unit to select
Various iPod, iPhone and iPad functions CD function.
3 Open the CD compartment by pushing the CD compartment open knob to
the area marked ' '.
Function Main unit Remote Operation
control 4 Place the disc on the spindle, label side up.
5 Close the CD compartment.
DOCK USB DOCK USB
6 Press the CD / button to start playback. After the last track is played, the
Play iPod USB Press in the pause
iPod USB
unit will stop automatically.
mode.
Caution:
Do not place two discs in the spindle.
Pause iPod USB Press in the Do not play discs of special shapes (heart, octagon, etc). It may cause
iPod USB
playback mode. malfunctions.
TIMER
REMOTE SENSOR If TV or radio interference occurs during CD operation, move the unit away
from the TV or radio.
Track Press in the Due to the structure of the disc information, it takes longer to read an MP3/
up/ playback or pause WMA disc than a normal CD (approximately 20 to 90 seconds).
down mode. Do not open the CD compartment during playback or you may be injured.
If you press the
Notes for CD or MP3/WMA disc:
button in the pause
When the end of the last track is reached during fast forward, "END"
mode, press the
will appear on the display and CD operation will be paused. When the
/ button to start the
beginning of the  rst track is reached during fast reverse, the unit will enter
desired track.
the playback mode (only for CD).
Fast Press and hold Rewritable multi-session discs with un nished writing, can still be played.
forward/ down in the playback
reverse mode.
Various disc functions
Release the button
to resume playback.
Function Main unit
Display ____ Press to toggle
display content.
Play
Repeat ____ Press to toggle
repeat mode.
Stop
DEMO/(DIMMER)
Shuffl e ____ Press for more than
2 seconds to toggle Pause
shuf e mode.
Menu ____ Press to view the
iPod menu during
iPod function.
Enter ____ Press to con rm the
Track
selection.
up/
down
Cursor ____ Press to select the
Up/ iPod menu.
Down
Fast
forward/
reverse
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Connecting other equipment
The connection cord is not included. Purchase a commercially
Memorizing a station
available cord as shown below.
You can store 40 FM stations in memory and recall them at the
Connecting a guitar / microphone
push of a button. (Preset tuning)
1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in "Tuning".
Caution:
2 Press the MEMORY button.
Be careful not to connect a bass guitar as it might damage this
3 Within 30 seconds, press the PRESET ( or ) button to select
unit.
the preset channel number. Store the stations in memory, in
order, starting with preset channel 1.
4 Within 30 seconds, press the MEMORY button to store that
station in memory. If the "MEM" indicator and preset number
disappear before the station is memorized, repeat the operation
from step 2.
5 Repeat steps 1 - 4 to set other stations, or to change a preset
station. When a new station is stored in the memory, the station
previously memorized for that preset channel number will be
Microphone or guitar
erased.
(not supplied)
Note:
The backup function protects the memorized stations for a few
days should there be a power failure or the AC power cord become
disconnected.
Ø 1/4" (6.3 mm)
To recall a memorized station monaural cable
(not supplied)
1 Press the PRESET ( or ) button for less than 0.5 seconds to
select the desired station. 1 Set the guitar/microphone volume (GAIN) knob to the minimum
level.
To scan the preset stations
2 Connect a guitar/microphone to the correct input jack. Make sure
that the cable has a 1/4" (6.3 mm) diameter plug.
The stations saved in the memory can be scanned automatically.
(Preset memory scan) 3 Arrange the guitar/microphone cables into the grooves of the
cable holder on the left or the right side of the unit.
1 Press the PRESET ( or ) button for more than 0.5 seconds.
Then, thread the cable through the bottom of the unit.
The preset number will  ash and the programmed stations will
Do not let the cables to be on top of the unit when using
be tuned in sequentially, for 5 seconds each.
guitar/microphone as it may cause the unit to roll over
2 Press the PRESET ( or ) button again when the desired
causing damage and injury.
station is located.
To erase entire preset memory
1 Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to enter the stand-by
mode.
2 While pressing down the PRESET button, press the POWER
ON/STAND-BY button until "TUNCLEAR" appears.
Thread the cables under the unit
POWER
ON/STAND-BY
Cable holder
4 Connect the cables to a guitar/microphone.
5 Select a source.
To mix a guitar or microphone sound with a source sound,
select the playback source (iPod/CD/USB/Audio In/Tuner).
To play a guitar or using the microphone only, select 'AUDIO
IN' function. Make sure there is no playback from Audio In
connection.
6 Adjust the volume (GAIN) knob on the connected equipment.
To enjoy a guitar distortion effect, turn the guitar volume
(GAIN) knob to almost maximum level.
Note:
Before disconnecting the guitar/microphone, set the guitar/
microphone volume (GAIN) knob to the minimum level.
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Spec ca ons
If such a problem occurs, do the following: As part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves
1 Set the unit to the stand-by mode and turn the power on again. the right to make design and speci cation changes for product
2 If the unit is not restored in the previous operation, unplug and improvement without prior notice. The performance speci cation
 gures indicated are nominal values of production units. There
plug in the unit again, and then turn the power on.
may be some deviations from these values in individual units.
Note:
If neither operation above restores the unit, clear all the memory
General
by resetting it.
Factory reset, clearing all memory
Power source AC 120 V ~ 60 Hz
15 V
1 Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power
DC IN 12 V
stand-by mode.
2 While pressing down the VOLUME + button, press the POWER Power AC: Power on: 30 W
ON/STAND-BY button until "RESET" appears. consumption DC 12 V: 4.5 A
POWER
Dimensions Width: 30 - 5/16'' (750 mm)
ON/STAND-BY
Height: 10 - 13/16" (275 mm)
Depth: 11 - 1/16" (280 mm)
Weight 16.8 lbs. (7.6 kg)
(without
Caution:
batteries and
This operation will erase all data stored in memory including clock,
accessories)
timer settings and tuner preset.
Weight Approximately 20.2 lbs (9.2 kg)
Care of compact discs
(with batteries)
Compact discs are fairly resistant to damage, however mistracking
can occur due to an accumulation of dirt on the disc surface.
Amplifi er
Follow the guidelines below for maximum enjoyment from your
CD collection and player.
Output power Front speaker:
Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the non-label
RMS: Total 34 watt (17 W per channel
side from which signals are read. Do not mark this surface.
into 3 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% T.H.D.)
Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat, and excessive
FTC: 12.5 watt minimum RMS per
moisture.
channel into 3 ohms from 200 Hz to
Always hold the CDs by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt, or water on
20 kHz, 10% T.H.D.
the CDs can cause noise or mistracking. If a CD is dirty or does
Subwoofer:
not play properly, clean it with a soft, dry cloth, wiping straight
RMS: Total 66 watt into 3 ohms
out from the center, along the radius.
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Maintenance
Cleaning the cabinet
Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth and a diluted soap
CD
solution, then with a dry cloth.
Caution:
Do not use chemicals for cleaning (gasoline, paint thinner, etc.).
It may damage the cabinet.
Do not apply oil to the inside of the unit. It may cause
malfunctions.
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Remote control
Battery installation
Use 1 "AA" size battery (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar).
Battery is not included.
1 Open the battery cover.
2 Insert the battery according to the terminal indicated in
the battery compartment.
When inserting or removing the battery, push it toward
the (–) battery terminals.
3
Close the cover.
Caution:
Remove the battery if the unit will not be used for a long period
of time. This will prevent potential damage due to battery
leakage.
Do not use rechargeable battery (nickel-cadmium battery,
etc.).
Installing the battery incorrectly may cause the unit to
malfunction.
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be
exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,  re or the like.
Notes concerning use:
Replace the battery if the operating distance is reduced or
Top
if the operation becomes erratic. Purchase an "AA" size
row
battery (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar).
Periodically clean the transmitter on the remote control and
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the sensor on the unit with a soft cloth.
9
10
Exposing the sensor on the unit to strong light may interfere
7
6 with operation. Change the lighting or the direction of the
unit if this occurs.
Keep the remote control away from moisture, heat, shock,
and vibrations.
Carrying the unit
Caution:
Before transporting the unit, remove the iPod, iPhone,
iPad, USB memory device and disc from the unit. Then,
set the unit to the power stand-by mode. Transporting the
unit with iPod, iPhone, iPad or USB memory device left
" will blink to show
connected or discs left inside might damage the unit.
Using the carrying strap
This unit can be carried by using a supplied carrying strap. Insert the
carrying strap carabiner (hook) to each end of the unit as shown below.
Carabiner (hook)
Hole
To remove the
carrying strap
Hole
Cautions:
Before carrying the unit, make sure the carabiner (hook) is
properly secured and closed, otherwise it will cause damage
and injury.
Carry this unit with FM antenna close to you and the display
facing outward to avoid scratches on the display.
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POWER
ON/STAND-BY CD
PORTABLE MUSIC BOOMBOX GX-M10
TIMER
REMOTE
SENSOR
Direct track search
By using the Numeric buttons, the desired tracks on the current
disc can be played.
Use the Numeric buttons on the remote control to select the
desired track while playing the selected disc.
The Numeric buttons allow you to select up to number 9.
When selecting number 10 or higher, use the "10+" button.
A. For example, to choose 13
1 Press the "10+" button once.
2 Press the "1" button.
3 Press the "3" button.
B. For example, to choose 130
1 Press the "10+" button twice.
2 Press the "1" button.
3 Press the "3" button.
4 Press the "0" button.
Notes:
A track number higher than the number of tracks on the disc
cannot be selected.
During random play, direct search is not possible.
To stop playback:
Press the DEMO/(DIMMER)/ ( ) button.
Repeat play
Repeat play can play one track, all tracks or a programmed
sequence continuously.
To repeat one track:
Press the PLAY MODE button repeatedly until "REP ONE"
Remote Operation
appears. Press the CD / button.
control
To repeat all tracks:
Press in the stop
Press the PLAY MODE button repeatedly until "REP ALL" appears.
mode.
Press the CD / button.
Press in the To repeat desired tracks:
playback mode. Perform steps 1 - 5 in "Programmed play" section on page 8 and
then press the PLAY MODE button repeatedly until "REP ALL"
appears.
Press in the
playback mode.
To cancel repeat play:
Press the / button
Press the PLAY MODE button repeatedly until "NORMAL" appears
to resume playback
and " " disappears.
from the paused
point. Caution:
After performing repeat play, be sure to press the DEMO/(DIMMER)/
Press in the
( ) button. Otherwise, the disc will play continuously.
playback or stop
mode.
If you press the
button in the stop
mode, press the
/ button to start the
desired track.
Press and hold
down in the playback
mode.
Release the button
to resume playback.
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Listening to the playback sounds of
portable audio player, etc.
Headphone (not
supplied)
Portable audio
player, etc.
Audio cable (not supplied)
1 Use a connection cord to connect the portable audio player etc.
to the AUDIO IN jack. When using video equipment, connect the
audio output to this unit and the video output to a television.
2 Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
3 Press the AUDIO IN button on the remote control or TUNER/
AUDIO IN button repeatedly on the main unit to select AUDIO
IN function.
4 Play the connected equipment. If volume level of the connected
device is too high, sound distortion may occur. Should this
happen, lower the volume of the connected device. If volume
level is too low, increase the volume of the connected device.
Note:
To prevent noise interference, place the unit away from the
television.
Headphones
Do not turn the volume on to full at switch on and listen to music
at moderate levels. Excessive sound pressure from earphones
and headphones can cause hearing loss.
Before plugging in or unplugging the headphone, reduce the
volume.
Be sure your headphone has a 1/8" (3.5 mm) diameter plug
and impedance between 16 and 50 ohms. The recommended
impedance is 32 ohms.
Plugging in the headphone disconnects the speakers
automatically. Adjust the volume using the VOLUME control.
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