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Remote Interactive Dock

DS-A1 Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo product. Please read this manual carefully before making any connec- tions or using this product. By following these instruc- tions, youll get the best audio performance and the most listening pleasure from your Onkyo product. Keep this manual for future reference.

Contents Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

About the RI Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Compatible iPods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Getting to Know the RI Dock . . . . . . . . . . 7 Hooking Up the RI Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Using the RI Dock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Putting Your iPod in the RI Dock . . . . . . 9 Function Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Controlling Your iPod. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 iPod Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accor-

dance with the manufacturers instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.

12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

NE PAS OUVRIR

AVIS

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Important Safety InstructionsContinued

13. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servic- ing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is dam- aged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

14. Damage Requiring Service Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualied service personnel under the fol- lowing conditions: A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into

the apparatus, C. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or water, D. If the apparatus does not operate normally by fol-

lowing the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualied technician to restore the apparatus to its normal operation,

E. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in any way, and

F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service.

Precautions

1. Recording CopyrightUnless its for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder.

2. CareOccasionally you should dust the unit all over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a clean cloth. Dont use abrasive cloths, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because they may damage the nish or remove the panel lettering.

3. Never Touch this Unit with Wet HandsNever han- dle this unit or its power cord while your hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid gets inside this unit, have it checked by your Onkyo dealer.

For U.S. models FCC Information for User

CAUTION: The user changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: 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 reason- able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

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PrecautionsContinued

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio fre- quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that inter- ference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip- ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equip- ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ-

ent from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician

for help.

For Canadian Models For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

Modle canadien Sur les modles dont la che est polarise:

ATTENTION: POUR VITER LES CHOCS LECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRE- SPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQUAU FOND.

For British models Before use, t the appropriate AC plug adapter to the AC adapter.

For European Models

Notch

Disconnect Connect

Declaration of Conformity

We, ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6, 82194 GROEBENZELL, GERMANY

GROEBENZELL, GERMANY

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH

I. MORI

declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding technical standards such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and EN61000-3-2, -3-3.

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Getting Started

With the Onkyo RI Dock, you can easily play the music stored on your Apple* iPod* through your Onkyo audio system and enjoy great sound, and use your Onkyo remote controller to operate your iPod. Music from your iPod is fed via the RI Dock to your amp and speakers, and video from an iPod photo can be fed via the RI Dock to your TV.

, which stands for Remote Interactive, is an exclu- sive Onkyo control system that allows -compati- ble Onkyo audio components to be controlled with a single remote controller. In addition, all components can be turned on or off together, and the amp will automatically turn on and select the appropriate input source when playback is started on a source component.

In this manual, the DS-A1 Remote Interactive Dock is referred to as the RI Dock.

Play the music stored on your iPod through your Onkyo audio system with great sound

Control your iPod with your Onkyo remote con-

troller

S-Video output for watching iPod photo slide- shows on TV

Supports all iPods with a dock connector, includ- ing the iPod mini and iPod photo

Charges your iPod battery while you enjoy your music

For the latest information on the RI Dock, see the Onkyo Web site at: www.onkyo.com

About the RI Dock

*Apple and iPod are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., regis- tered in the U.S. and other countries.

Features

Requires remote controller supplied with compatible Onkyo receiver or amp. Available functionality depends on the

amp and the generation of iPod.

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Getting StartedContinued

Make sure you have the following items: Made for: iPod photo (software 1.0 or later)

iPod mini (software 1.2 or later)

4th Generation iPod with Click Wheel (software 3.0.2 or later)

3rd Generation iPod with touch wheel and but- tons (software 2.2 or later)

Notes: Before using the RI Dock, update your iPod with

the latest software, available from the Apple Web site at: www.apple.com

Package Contents

DS-A1 Remote Interactive Dock

iPod adapters

AC adapter

Audio cable S-Video cable cable

For iPod mini

For iPod (30GB, 40GB) & iPod photo (60GB)

For iPod (10GB, 15GB, 20GB) & iPod photo (30 GB)

Instruction Manual

Compatible iPods

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Getting to Know the RI Dock

RI MODE SELECT CD-R HDD

TAPE MD CDR

TAPE MD CDR

TAPE

RI MODE SELECT CD-R HDD

RI MODE SELECT MD CD-R

TAPE MD

TAPE MD

TAPE HDD

MD CDR

iPod slot

Dock connectorPower indicator

RI MODE switch

jack

S VIDEO OUT jack

DC IN 12V 1A jack

AUDIO OUT L/R jacks

Set it to match the amp input and remote control mode (see below).

CDR mode

MD mode

TAPE (RECEIVER)

mode

Amp source display

RI MODE switch

Remote mode

See your amps instruction manual for details on selecting the input source and remote control mode.

To change your amps source display from TAPE to MD or CDR, press and hold its [TAPE] button.

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Hooking Up the RI Dock

L

R

AUDIO INPUT

S VIDEO IN

1. Using the supplied audio cable, connect the RI Docks AUDIO OUT L/R jacks to your amps TAPE (MD, CDR) IN jacks.

2. Using the supplied cable, connect the RI Docks jack to an jack on one of the Onkyo components in your system.

3. If you have an iPod photo, connect the RI Docks S VIDEO jack to an S-Video input on your Onkyo AV receiver or TV. See page 11 for more information.

4. Connect the AC adapter to the RI Docks DC IN jack.

5. Connect the appropriate AC plug adapter to the AC adapter (may already be connected), and plug the AC adapter into a suitable wall outlet.

Note: When the AC adapter is unplugged or not connected to the RI Dock, the RI Dock will output no sound or video, functions will not work, and your iPod battery will not be charged.

AC adapter

Wall outletTV

-compatible amp

Audio cable

cable

S-Video cable (iPod photo only)

WhiteRed

White

Red

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Using the RI Dock

Align your iPod with the RI Docks iPod slot, and carefully place your iPod in the slot, as shown. The iPods dock connector will t securely onto the RI Docks dock connector.

Depending on the type of iPod, you may need to insert one of the supplied iPod adapters into the RI Docks iPod slot, as shown, before insert- ing your iPod.

Notes: To prevent dock connector damage, dont twist

your iPod when inserting or removing it, and be careful not to knock over the RI Dock when your iPod is inserted.

Dont use with any other iPod accessories, such as FM transmitters and microphones, because they may cause a malfunction.

When you insert your iPod, the RI Dock will turn on and its Power indicator will light up.

Putting Your iPod in the RI Dock

iPod mini adapter Other iPod adapters

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Using the RI DockContinued

Basic Operation You can use your amps remote controller to control basic iPod functions such as Play, Pause, Next Song, Previous Song, and so on.

Depending on your amp and generation of iPod, you may also be able to use the following functions.

System On Function When you turn on your amp, the RI Dock and your iPod turn on as well. With some components, you may need to press your remote controllers [ON] but- ton twice to turn on the other devices in your system.

With 3rd generation iPods, only the RI Dock is turned on.

System Off Function When you turn off your amp, the RI Dock and iPod turn off as well.

Auto Power On Function If you press your remote controllers Play [ ] button while your amp is on Standby, your amp will auto- matically turn on and select your iPod as the input source. Then, your iPod will start playback.

With a 3rd generation iPod, you can use the remote controllers Play [ ] or Pause [ ] button to do this.

Direct Change Function If you start iPod playback using your remote control- ler while listening to another input source, your amp will automatically select your iPod as the input source.

With a 3rd generation iPod, you can use the remote controllers Play [ ] or Pause [ ] button to do this.

Timer Play You can use your amps Timer function to turn on your amp and iPod and start playback at a specied time.

Not supported by 3rd generation iPods.

Function Overview

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Using the RI DockContinued

Linked Dimmer Operation When you use your amps Dimmer function to change its displays brightness, the brightness of the RI Docks Power indicator will change as well.

Other Remote Controller Functions See pages 12 and 13 for other iPod functions you can control with your remote controller.

Operating Notes Use your amps volume control to set the volume. When your iPod is in the RI Dock, its volume con-

trol has no effect. When you use your iPod with earphones, make

sure the iPods volume control is not set too high before you connect your earphones.

The RI Dock must be connected to your amp with both an cable and an audio cable to use these functions.

If your amp doesnt support the System On, Sys- tem Off, Auto Power On, and Direct Change func- tions, youll need to turn your amp on and off manually and select the appropriate input source.

iPod photo Notes If you have an iPod photo, and have connected the

RI Docks S VIDEO jack to an S-Video input on your AV receiver, you might need to assign that video input to the TAPE (MD, CDR) input source. See your AV receivers instruction manual for details.

If your AV receiver doesnt allow you to assign video inputs to input sources, connect the RI Docks S VIDEO jack to the AV receivers VIDEO 2 IN jack. When you want to enjoy an iPod slideshow with music, rst select the VIDEO 2 input source, and then select the TAPE input source. Your AV receiver will output the audio being fed to the TAPE IN, and because the video source doesnt change when the TAPE input source is selected, itll continue to output the video being fed to the VIDEO 2 IN.

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Using the RI DockContinued

The following table shows which remote controller buttons to use to control your iPod. Be sure to select the appropriate remote mode rst, and point your remote controller at your amp. Note that some buttons may be labelled differently, and some remote controllers may not have certain buttons.

* With 3rd generation iPods, some functions may not work even with the latest software. * As of April 2005, no remote controllers support the HDD mode. * To select the next or previous photo in an iPod photo slideshow, use the controls on your iPod photo.

Controlling Your iPod

iPod function Remote controller button to use

Description TAPE mode MD mode CDR mode HDD mode

Turn on/off [STANDBY], [ON] If the RI Dock is on Standby, both it and the iPod are turned on (3rd generation iPods do not turn on). If the RI Dock is on, it goes on Standby and the iPod is turned off.

Play Play [ ] Starts playback on the iPod. If the iPod is not already on, its turned on automatically. (On 3rd generation iPods, works as Play/Pause.)

Pause Pause [ ], Stop [ ] Pause [ ] Pauses iPod playback. (On 3rd generation iPods, works as Play/Pause.)

Next song [ ], [ ]

Next [ ] Selects the next iPod song.

Previous song [ ], [ ]

Previous [ ] Restarts the current iPod song. Press it twice to select the previous song.

Fast forward Fast Forward [ ] Press and hold to fast forward the iPod.

Rewind Rewind [ ] Press and hold to rewind the iPod.

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Using the RI DockContinued

These functions can be used with the iPod photo, iPod mini, and 4th generation iPods, when used with certain Onkyo amps.

* Depending on your amp, some buttons may not work as expected.

iPod function Remote controller button to use

Description TAPE mode MD mode CDR mode HDD mode

Shufe [DOLBY MODE]

[RANDON], [PLAYMODE], [SHUFFLE] Sets the iPods Shufe function to: Songs, Albums, or Off.

Repeat [REVERSE

MODE] [REPEAT] Sets the iPods Repeat function to: One, All, or Off.

Backlight REC [ ] [DISPLAY], [SCROLL] The iPods backlight comes on for 30 seconds.

Playlist/Album mode

Reverse Play [ ]

[ENTER], [PROGRAM], [MEMORY]

To use the following functions with modes other than HDD, rst select Playlist/Album mode using the but- tons in this row, and then press the appropriate but- ton within 5 seconds, while the RI Docks Power indicator is ashing.

Next playlist Fast Forward [ ] [PLAYLIST

UP] Selects the next playlist on the iPod. Select Playlist/Album mode rst (see above).

Previous playlist Rewind [ ] [PLAYLIST

DOWN] Selects the previous playlist on the iPod. Select Playlist/Album mode rst (see above).

Next album Next [ ] [ALBUM UP] Selects the next album on the iPod. Select Playlist/Album mode rst (see above).

Previous album Previous [ ] [ALBUM DOWN]

Selects the previous album on the iPod. Select Playlist/Album mode rst (see above).

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Starting Playback on Your iPod

If you start playback on your iPod, your amps input source will automatically switch to the input to which your iPod is connected. If your amp is on Standby, it will automatically turn on rst.

Using Your iPods Alarm Clock

You can use your iPods Alarm Clock function to auto- matically turn on your iPod and amp at a specied time. Your amps input source will automatically be set to the input to which your iPod is connected.

Notes: To use these functions, your iPod must be in the RI

Dock, and the RI Dock must be connected to your amp with both an cable and an audio cable.

When you use these functions, be sure to set your amps volume control to a suitable level.

Your amp may take several seconds to startup, so you might not hear the rst few seconds of the rst song.

When you select a different input source, stop playback on your iPod to prevent your amp from selecting the iPod input source by mistake.

If any accessories are connected to your iPod, your amp may not be able to select the input source properly.

Charging Your iPod Battery

The RI Dock charges your iPod battery while your iPod is in the RI Dock.

Notes: To charge your iPod battery, the AC adapter must

be plugged into a suitable wall outlet, and con- nected to the RI Docks DC IN jack.

Your iPod battery will be charged even when the RI Docks Power indicator is off.

See your iPods instruction manual for more infor- mation on battery charging.

iPod Functions

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Troubleshooting

Theres no sound Make sure your iPod is playing. Make sure the iPod is inserted properly in the RI Dock. Make sure your amp is turned on, the correct input source

is selected, and the volume is turned up. Make sure the cable plugs are pushed in all the way. Make sure the AC adapter is connected to a suitable wall

outlet and connected to the RI Dock.

The remote controller doesnt control the iPod Make sure the iPod is properly inserted in the RI Dock. If your remote controller has remote mode buttons, make

sure youve selected the right mode. Check the position of the RI Docks RI MODE switch. When you operate your iPod, point your remote controller

at your amp. The RI Dock must be connected to your amp with both an

cable and an audio cable. The TAPE IN on some amps can be set to TAPE, MD, or CDR.

Make sure the RI Docks RI MODE switch and remote con- trol mode match this setting. See your amps manual for more information. If you still cant control your iPod, start playback by press- ing your iPods Play button. Remote operation should then be possible.

Specications

Power supply: AC adapter (12 V DC) Power consumption: 0.4 W (iPod not inserted) Weight: 220 g Dimensions (W x H x D): 11.2 x 5.6 x 11.2 cm Connectors: S VIDEO OUT, AUDIO OUT L/R,

jack

Specications and features are subject to change without notice.

The operating instructions in this manual apply to the iPod as of April 2005, and may change with future upgrades to the iPod software.

The AC adapter (IU15-2120100-WP) supplied with the RI Dock is designed exclusively for use with the RI Dock. Do not use it with another device. Likewise, do not use any other AC adapter with the RI Dock. Doing so may dam- age the RI Dock.

If theres any noise when listening to an FM or AM radio station with your tuner or receiver, try moving the antenna away from the RI Dock, iPod, and AC adapters cable. In addition, do not twist the AC adapters cable around any other cables.

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