Sharp MP3 Docking Station DK AP7NR User 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.  
MUSIC SYSTEM FOR iPod  
MODEL  
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OPERATION MANUAL  
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc.,  
registered in the U.S. and other  
countries.  
 
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Accessories  
Please confirm that only the following accessories are included.  
Contents  
ENGLISH  
Page  
General Information  
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5  
Preparation for Use  
System connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 7  
AC/DC adaptor x 1  
AC/DC adaptor x 1  
(for Australia only)  
Basic Operation  
General control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
iPod  
Listening to the iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 10  
Advanced Feature  
AC/DC adaptor x 1  
(for United Kingdom  
and Eire only)  
Plug adaptor x 1  
(for Philipines only)  
Enhancing your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
References  
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Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13  
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Carry case x 1 (unit)  
Carry case x 1  
(AC/DC adaptor)  
iPod adaptor x 4  
 
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General  
z Hold the AC/DC adaptor by the head when removing it from  
the wall socket, as pulling the lead can damage internal wires.  
z The AC/DC adaptor is used as a disconnect device and shall  
always remain readily operable.  
z Please ensure that the equipment is  
10 cm (4")  
positioned in a well-ventilated area  
and ensure that there is at least  
10 cm (4") of free space along the  
sides, top and back of the equipment.  
z Do not remove the outer  
cover, as this may result in  
electric shock. Refer internal  
service to your local SHARP  
service facility.  
10 cm (4")  
z Use the unit on a firm, level surface  
free from vibration.  
z The ventilation should not be impeded  
by covering the ventilation openings  
with items, such as newspapers,  
tablecloths, curtains, etc.  
z No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be  
placed on the apparatus.  
z
Keep the unit away from direct  
sunlight, strongmagneticfields,  
excessive dust, humidity and  
electronic/electrical equipment  
(home computers, facsimiles,  
etc.) which generate electrical  
noise.  
z Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of  
battery disposal.  
z The apparatus is designed for use in moderate climates.  
z This unit should only be used within the range of 5°C - 35°C  
(41°F - 95°F).  
Warning:  
z Do not place anything on top of the unit.  
The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this  
unit. Using this product with a higher voltage other than that  
which is specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or other  
type of accident causing damage. SHARP will not be held  
responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with  
a voltage other than that which is specified.  
z Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher  
than 60°C (140°F) or to extremely low temperatures.  
z If your system does not work properly, disconnect the AC/DC  
adaptor from the wall socket. Plug the AC/DC adaptor back  
in, and then turn on your system.  
z In case of an electrical storm, unplug the unit for safety.  
z Do not use an external power supply other than the 6V DC  
supplied with this unit as it may be damaged.  
Volume control  
The sound level at a given volume setting depends on speaker  
efficiency, location and various other factors. It is advisable to  
avoid exposure to high volume levels. Do not turn the volume on  
to full at switch on. Listen to music at moderate levels.  
z SHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper use.  
Refer all servicing to a SHARP authorised service centre.  
 
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Controls and indicators  
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Front View  
Reference page  
1. iPod Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
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2. ESOUND/TV Out Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
3. Volume Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
4. Subwoofer Duct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
8
8
8
STEREO SPEAKER  
BUILT-IN SUBWOOFER  
2.1  
5. ON/STAND-BY Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
6. Volume Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
1
-BY  
ON/STAND  
5
6
2
VOL  
+
VOL  
3
Back View  
Reference page  
1. Video Out Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
2. Auxiliary Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
3. DC Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
1
2
3
 
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Controls and indicators (continued)  
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The spec label (*)  
1
The spec label illustration may be different  
from the actual label used.  
(*) Label is located at the bottom of the unit.  
Bottom View  
Reference page  
1. Battery Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
 
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System connections  
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z Please make sure to set iPod unit to either NTSC or PAL to  
match your TV signal. Please visit Apple’s home page for further  
information.  
Make sure to unplug the AC/DC adaptor before making  
any connections.  
z Customer should also refer iPod operation manual before  
Connecting iPod to TV  
making video out setting.  
Photo and video files from iPod can be viewed by connecting the  
system to TV/monitor.  
Using with the AC/DC adaptor  
If the TV/monitor has a video input, connect it to the VIDEO OUT  
socket at the back of the unit and set the TV Out on the iPod unit to  
“ON” position.  
1
Plug the AC/DC adaptor cable into the DC IN socket on  
the unit.  
2
Plug the AC/DC adaptor into a wall socket.  
VIDEO OUT  
Video cable  
(not supplied)  
TV  
To video  
input socket  
Watching videos on a TV connected  
AC/DC  
Adaptor  
Cable  
to iPod  
1
Enter the iPod menu.  
Press the ESOUND (-TV OUT) button until the ESOUND  
LED blinks twice to display video on the TV screen.  
DC IN socket  
(DC 6V)  
2
3
Select the desired video from the iPod unit.  
Press the  
playback.  
button on the iPod unit to start  
For iPod touch, playback will automatically start once the  
desired video is selected.  
Notes:  
z If the TV Out setting is already turned ON at video menu, the  
video is automatically displayed on the TV screen when iPod  
starts playback.  
z To return to watching video on iPod screen, repeat steps 1 to 3.  
z During iPod video playback, pressing the ESOUND (-TV OUT)  
button until the ESOUND LED blinks twice will not toggle video out  
display between iPod and TV.  
Wall Socket  
(AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz)  
Notes:  
z Unplug the AC/DC adaptor from the wall socket if the unit will  
not be used for a prolonged period of time.  
z Connecting the AC/DC adaptor to the unit disconnects the  
batteries.  
z Use only the supplied AC/DC adaptor. Using other AC/DC  
adaptor may cause an electric shock or fire.  
 
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System connections (continued)  
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Battery life:  
Using with the batteries  
Use 4 “AA” size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar).  
Batteries are not included.  
Battery type  
Usage time  
Output Front  
ALKALINE (AA) (1.5V)  
Approx. 8 hrs.  
48mW + 48mW  
1
2
Open the battery cover.  
Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow.  
Output Subwoofer 80mW  
Note:  
Insert the batteries according to the direction indicated in  
the battery compartment.  
Battery life may vary depending on the temperature, battery  
types and usage conditions.  
3 Close the cover.  
Precautions for battery use:  
z Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to  
malfunction.  
z Insert the batteries according to the direction indicated in the  
battery compartment.  
z Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for a long  
period of time. This will prevent potential damage due to  
battery leakage.  
z When using batteries, the brightness of all illumination light  
(indicators) is reduced compared to using AC/DC adaptor.  
z Replace all old batteries with new ones at the same time.  
z Do not mix old and new batteries.  
z Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be  
exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.  
Note:  
Remove the batteries if the unit is not to be used for long period  
of time to prevent battery leakage which may cause potential  
damage.  
Caution:  
Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickeI-cadmium battery,  
etc.).  
Battery replacement:  
When batteries are low, sound may become distorted and unit  
may automatically turn off during high volume level. Reduce the  
volume level or replace the batteries.  
Changing power source:  
Turn off the unit before changing the power source. If the 6V DC  
power supply is directly plugged in during power on, the unit  
may automatically enter to stand-by mode. Press the ON/  
STAND-BY button again to turn on the unit.  
 
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General control  
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Volume control  
Press the VOL (+ or –) button to increase or decrease the  
volume.  
POWER indicator will be blinking when the volume reaches  
maximum or minimum level.  
STEREO SPEAKER  
BUILT-IN SUBWOOFER  
2.1  
ESOUND control  
When ON/STAND-BY button is pressed, the ESOUND indicator  
turns yellowish orange. You are now in the ESOUND mode,  
where low bass and high frequency are automatically adjusted  
according to the volume input.  
Y
ON/STAND-B  
VOL  
+
VOL  
To turn off ESOUND, press the ESOUND (-TV OUT) button. The  
ESOUND indicator will go off.  
To turn the power on  
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. The  
POWER and ESOUND indicator will turn on.  
After use:  
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by  
mode. The POWER indicator will turn off.  
Note:  
This unit consumes low current during stand-by mode. However,  
please remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for a long  
period of time.  
 
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Supported iPod models:  
iPod adaptor connection  
z iPod nano (software 1.2 above)  
Choose the iPod adaptor that fits your iPod. Your iPod will fit  
snuggly into the correct adaptor. If your iPod is not mentioned  
below, an iPod adaptor may have been included with your iPod  
unit.  
z iPod mini (software 1.2 above)  
th  
z iPod (5 generation) (software 1.3 above) (Dock connector  
equipped Click Wheel model)  
th  
z iPod (4 generation) (software 3.0.2 above) (Dock connector  
equipped Click Wheel model)  
nd  
rd  
th  
The marking  
z iPod nano (2 generation) (software 1.0.0 above)  
z iPod nano (3 generation) (software 1.0.3 above)  
shows which iPod fits  
9
z iPod nano (4 generation) (software 1.0.3 above)  
z iPod classic (software 1.0.3 above)  
z iPod touch (software 1.1 above)  
nd  
z iPod touch (2 generation) (software 2.1 above)  
iPod  
iPod Description  
Capacity  
Adaptor No.  
Caution:  
9
9
5G iPod (with video)  
U2 iPod with video  
iPod classic  
30GB  
30GB  
z Please update your iPod unit to the latest software version  
before using it. Please visit Apple’s homepage to download  
the latest version for your iPod.  
9
80GB, 120GB  
60GB & 80GB  
160GB  
Notes:  
10  
10  
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
5G iPod with video  
iPod classic  
z Once the iPod is connected to the unit it will begin charging  
when AC/DC adaptor is used.  
z The iPod unit will not be charged whilst the main unit use the  
batteries as power supply.  
iPod mini  
4GB & 6GB  
20GB  
4G iPod & U2 iPod  
iPod photo & Colour U2 iPod 20GB & 30GB  
iPod with colour display  
4G iPod  
20GB  
40GB  
iPod photo  
40GB & 60GB  
60GB  
iPod with colour display  
Notes:  
nd  
rd  
z iPod nano (2 generation), iPod nano (3 generation), iPod  
th  
nano (4 generation), iPod touch and iPod touch  
nd  
(2 generation) are not compatible with the iPod adaptors listed  
above. Please use the adaptor supplied with your iPod unit.  
z If you have an iPod that does not have an iPod 30 Pin  
connector, you can use an audio cable to connect it to the  
AUX IN socket.  
 
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z iPhone is not supported by this system.  
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To insert iPod adaptor  
iPod playback  
1. Insert the iPod adaptor into unit and connect your iPod.  
1
2
3
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.  
Insert iPod unit in the iPod dock of main unit.  
iPod (bottom)  
iPod  
Press the  
playback.  
button on the iPod unit to start  
For iPod touch, playback will automatically start once the  
desired file is selected.  
Dock connector  
iPod  
iPod adaptor  
iPod adaptor  
iPod dock  
iPod connector  
Caution:  
Unplug all accessories for the iPod before inserting it into the  
iPod dock.  
To disconnect iPod  
To remove iPod  
Simply remove the iPod from the iPod dock. It is safe to do so  
even during playback.  
adaptor  
Insert the tip of a screwdriver (“-”  
type, small) into the iPod adaptor  
hole as shown and lift upward to  
remove.  
 
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The audio cable is not included. Purchase a separate audio  
cable as shown below.  
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Listening to the audio/video  
sounds from portable audio player,  
computer, etc.  
Portable audio  
player  
1
Use Audio cable to connect the portable audio  
player, computer etc. to the AUX IN socket.  
When using video equipment, connect the audio output  
to this unit and the video output to a television.  
AUX IN  
2
3
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power  
on.  
Computer  
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.  
Notes:  
To the line  
output socket  
z To prevent noise interference, place the unit away from the  
television.  
z Make sure to undock the iPod before making any  
connections to AUX IN. Otherwise, sound from AUX IN will  
not be heard.  
Audio cable  
(not supplied)  
 
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Troubleshooting chart  
Many potential problems can be resolved by the owner without  
calling a service technician.  
If something is wrong with this product, check the following  
before calling your authorised SHARP dealer or service centre.  
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iPod  
Symptom  
Possible cause  
z No sound is produced.  
z The iPod is not playing.  
No image appears on the z The iPod is not properly  
General  
TV/monitor.  
connected to the unit.  
z Is the AC/DC adaptor of the  
unit plugged in?  
z The video cable is not  
properly connected.  
z The TV/monitor’s input  
selection is not properly set.  
Symptom  
Possible cause  
z When a button is  
pressed, the unit does  
not respond.  
z Set the unit to the power  
stand-by mode and then  
turn it back on.  
z iPod will not charge.  
z The iPod is not making full  
contact with the iPod  
connector.  
z No sound is heard.  
z Is the volume level set to  
minimum?  
z The main unit is using  
batteries as power supply.  
rd  
z Using 3 generation iPod.  
 
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Maintenance  
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Condensation  
Cleaning the unit  
Sudden temperature changes, storage or operation in an  
extremely humid environment may cause condensation inside  
the cabinet.  
Periodically wipe the unit with a clean soft cloth.  
Caution:  
z Do not use chemicals for cleaning (petrol, paint thinner, etc.).  
It may damage the unit finishing.  
z Do not apply oil to the inside of the unit. It may cause  
malfunctions.  
Condensation can cause the unit to malfunction. If this happens,  
leave the power on until normal playback is possible (about 1  
hour) before operating the unit.  
If problem occurs  
When this product is subjected to strong external interference  
(mechanical shock, excessive static electricity, abnormal supply  
voltage due to lightning, etc.) or if it is operated incorrectly, it  
may malfunction.  
If such a problem occurs, do the following:  
1
Set the unit to the stand-by mode and turn the power on  
again.  
2
If the unit is not restored in the previous operation, unplug  
and plug in the unit, and then turn the power on.  
Before transporting the unit  
Undock the iPod and close the unit. The unit will automatically  
enter stand-by mode.  
CAUTION: Carrying the unit with iPod docked might damage  
both the system and the iPod.  
 
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Specifications  
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As part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP  
reserves the right to make design and specification changes for  
product improvement without prior notice. The performance  
specification figures indicated are nominal values of production  
units. There may be some deviations from these values in  
individual units.  
Output terminals Video output: 1Vp-p  
Input terminals  
Auxiliary (audio signal):  
500 mV/47 k ohms  
Dimensions  
Width: 198 mm (7-4/5")  
Height: 69.8 mm (2-7/10")  
Depth: 77 mm (3")  
General  
Power source  
DC IN 6V  
2A: AC/DC adaptor  
Weight  
0.59 kg (1.3 lbs.)  
(AC 100 - 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz)  
DC IN 6V  
[ “AA” size (UM/SUM-3, R6 or  
(*) This power consumption value is obtained when in the power  
stand-by mode.  
HP-7) battery x 4]  
Power  
Power on: 5 W  
consumption  
Power stand-by: 0.6 W(*)  
Output power  
Front speakers:  
MPO: 3.04 W (1.52 W + 1.52 W) (10% T.H.D.)  
RMS: 2.4 W (1.2 W + 1.2 W) (10% T.H.D.)  
RMS: 2.08 W (1.04 W + 1.04 W) (0.9% T.H.D.)  
Subwoofer:  
MPO: 2.23 W (10% T.H.D.)  
RMS: 2 W (10% T.H.D.)  
RMS: 1.6 W (0.9% T.H.D.)  
Speaker  
2.1-way type speaker system  
Front speaker: 3.0 cm (1-1/8")  
Subwoofer: 4.6 cm (1-3/4")  
Speakermaximum Front speaker: 2.0 W / channel  
Subwoofer: 4 W  
input power  
Speaker rated  
input power  
Front speaker: 1.2 W / channel  
Subwoofer: 2 W  
 
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