INSTRUCTION MANUAL - KENWOOD...INSTRUCTION MANUAL. Page 18 Play back MP3/WMA files on a music CD or USB device Page 23 Play back files on your BLUETOOTH device by operating the System

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COMPACT Hi-Fi COMPONENT SYSTEM

AP-300-B/AP-300-H.

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Play back MP3/WMA files on a music CD or USB device

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Play back files on your BLUETOOTH device by operating the System

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Play back files on your iPod or iPhone by operating the System

Enjoy listening to music by adjusting the sound mode or the bass sound! ( page 32)

Play back an external device that does not support USB connection

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Listening to FM/AM radio

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What you can do using the System

Auto Power Save function (APS)0 The System comes with an “Auto

Power Save (APS)” function, whichturns off the power automaticallywhen no sound is output for 15minutes. This function is enabled inthe default setting. (page 15)

In this manual...0 The remote control buttons are used for

explaining the operations unless mentionedotherwise. Button unless mentioned otherwiseindicates the remote control buttons.However, if the System has buttons with thesame or similar names, they can also be usedfor the operations.

0 The display shown in this manual may differfrom the actual display in some cases.

In this manual...0 In this manual, “iPod” includes iPod, iPod

touch and iPhone devices. When referringspecifically to iPod touch or iPhone, “iPodtouch” or “iPhone” is used respectively.

0 In this manual, the term “Android device” isreferred to as a smartphone and a tabletdevice, that are equipped with the Android OS.

0 In this manual, “file” and “track”, “folder” and“group” are used interchangeably.

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Declaration of Conformity with regard to the EMC Directive 2004/108/ECDeclaration of Conformity with regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC

Manufacturer:JVC KENWOOD Corporation3-12, Moriya-cho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa 221-0022, JapanEU Representative's:Kenwood Electronics Europe BVAmsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, The Netherlands

.Hereby, Kenwood declares that this unitAP-300-B/AP-300-H is in compliance with theessential requirements and other relevantprovisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Ways to press the buttonsThere are two ways of pressing the buttons onthe System. “Short press” refers to the action ofpressing a button and releasing it immediately,while “long press” refers to pressing and holdingdown a button.Short press: Applicable to cases where “longpress” is not indicatedPress a button lightly and release it instantly. TheSystem may not respond if excessive force isapplied to a button or if the button is not releasedinstantly. If it does not respond as intended, retryby adjusting how long a button is pressed or theamount of force applied.

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Release quickly

Long press: Applicable to cases where “longpress” is indicated

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Press and hold down

Press and hold down a button, followed byreleasing the finger.

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover or

cabinet. There are no user serviceable partsinside the unit; leave all servicing to qualifiedservice personnel.

The product label of this product or the otherinformation are located at the bottom of theSystem.

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Introduction

InstallationCaution: Proper VentilationTo avoid the risk of electric shock and fire, and to prevent damage, locate the apparatus as follows:1 Front: No obstructions and open spacing.2 Sides/ Top/ Back: No obstructions should be placed in the areas indicated by the dimensions in the

illustration.3 Bottom: Place on a level surface.

Front view

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15 cm

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Side view

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15 cmRear of the System

Notes on installationSelect a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold — between 5 ˚C and 35 ˚C.

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What you can do using the System ... 2Introduction ..................................... 3

Installation ........................................................... 4

Preparation ...................................... 6Accessories ........................................................ 6Preparing the remote control ............................... 6

Part names ....................................... 7Remote control .................................................... 7Top of the main unit ............................................. 8Rear .................................................................... 9Display .............................................................. 10

Connections .................................. 11Connecting antennas ........................................ 11Connecting an AC adapter ................................ 12Connecting headphones ................................... 13

Basic operations ........................... 14Turning on/off the System ................................. 14Setting the clock ................................................ 14Getting started .................................................. 14Activating/deactivating the Auto Power Save (A.P.S.) ... 15

Listening to iPod ........................... 16Connecting iPod ................................................ 16Playing back ...................................................... 16

Listening to a USB device/CD ...... 18Preparing a USB device/CD .............................. 18Playing back ...................................................... 19Program playback ............................................. 20Random playback ............................................. 21Repeat playback ............................................... 22

Listening to a BLUETOOTH device ... 23Connecting a BLUETOOTH device ........................ 23Playing back ........................................................ 24Canceling the connection ...................................... 24

Listening to the radio ................... 25Searching for stations ....................................... 25Presetting stations ............................................ 26Using Radio Data System ................................. 27

Listening to an external device ... 29Connecting an external device .......................... 29Listening to an external device .......................... 29

Using the timer .............................. 30Setting the sleep timer ...................................... 30Setting the daily timer ........................................ 30

Other functions ............................. 32Adjusting the sound quality ............................... 32Adjusting the display/illumination ...................... 33Changing the display information ...................... 34

References ..................................... 35Compatible iPod ................................................ 35Playable BLUETOOTH devices ........................ 35Playable discs/files ............................................ 35Important for USB mass storage class devices .... 36Precautions on CD-R/CD-RW ........................... 36Precautions on MP3/WMA files ......................... 36Maintenance ..................................................... 37Trademarks ....................................................... 37

Troubleshooting ............................ 38Resetting the System ........................................ 40

Specifications ................................ 41

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Contents

AccessoriesCheck that you have all the following items,which are supplied for the System.

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AM loop antenna x 1FM antenna x 1

AC adapter AA-R1809 (1)Power cord (1)

RC-F0328 (1)Remote control

Preparing the remote controlWhen you use the remote control for the first time,pull out the insulation sheet.If the range or effectiveness of the remote controldecreases, replace the battery.

To replace the battery in the remote controlMatch the polarities (+ and –) of the batteries withthose indicated on the remote control.

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Lithium coin battery (CR2025)

NOTE0 The batteries supplied are intended for checking

system operation. Replace them with new onesas soon as possible.

CAUTION0 Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly

replaced.0 Replace only with the same or equivalent type.0 Store the battery in a place where children

cannot reach. If a child accidentally swallows thebattery, consult a doctor immediately.

0 To prevent the battery from overheating,cracking, or starting a fire:- Do not recharge, short, disassemble or heat

the battery, or dispose of it in a fire.- Do not leave the battery with other metallic

materials.- Wrap the battery with tape and insulate when

throwing away or storing it.- Do not poke the battery with tweezers or similar

tools.0 Dispose the battery in the proper manner,

according to federal, state, and local regulations.

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Preparation

Remote control0 The reference pages are mainly pages containing descriptions of the respective parts.

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A A (Power)(page 14)

B BLUETOOTH, CD, USB, TUNER, AUDIO IN,DIGITAL IN

(pages 16, 19, 23, 25, 29)C S / T

(pages 16, 19, 24, 25)D PROGRAM / TUNER MODE

(pages 20, 25)E RANDOM

(pages 17, 21)F REPEAT / MEMORY

(pages 17, 22, 26)G CANCEL/PTY

(pages 26, 28)H EX BASS

(page 32)I SOUND MODE

(page 32)J SURROUND

(page 32)K DIMMER / CONTRAST

(page 33)

L PAIRING(page 23)

M DISPLAY(pages 27, 34)

N I / W(pages 16, 19, 24)

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(page 19)P VOLUME F/G

(page 14)Q MUTING

(page 15)R J / K / H / I / SET

(pages 14, 26, 29, 30, 33)S FOLDER/P.CALL J/K

(pages 19, 26)T SLEEP

(page 30)U ON/OFF

(page 31)V TIMER SET

(pages 14, 30)W Number buttons

(pages 19, 26)

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Part names

Top of the main unit

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A (PAIRING) I/W button(pages 16, 19, 23)

B IlluminationLights up in white when the power is on.

C CD slot(page 18)

D A (Power) button(page 14)

E J / K button(pages 19, 26, 40)

F S / T button(pages 16, 19, 24, 25)

G o button(page 19)

H Standby indicatorLights up in red when the power of the Systemis off. The light goes off when the power is on.Lights up in orange when the timer is set.

I M (Ejecting CD) button(page 18)

J Remote control sensorK DisplayL PHONES jack

Connect headphones.(page 13)

M AUDIO IN jackConnect an external device.(page 29)

N USB terminalConnect iPod/iPhone or a USB device.(pages 16, 18)

O SOURCE(pages 16, 19, 23, 25, 29)

P VOLUME(page 14)

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Rear

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A DC IN jack(page 12)

B DIGITAL IN (OPTICAL) terminal(page 29)

C AM LOOP antenna terminal(page 11)

D FM 75Ω COAXIAL antenna terminal(11 page)

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Display

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A PGM (program) indicator(page 20)Lights up during program playback. (“CD”,“USB”)

B File indicatorLights up when an audio files are played back.

C Repeat mode icon(page 22)REP. : Lights up when one track is

repeated.(“CD”, “USB”)

REP.ALB* : Lights up when the current folderis repeated.(“CD”, “USB”)

REP. ALL : Lights up when all tracks arerepeated.(“CD”, “USB”)

* MP3/WMA onlyD USB icon

(page 18)Lights up when the USB device is connected tothe System.

E Display switching iconTOTAL : Lights up when the playback time

of whole disc is displayed whilethe disc is played back.

REMAIN : Lights up when the remainingplayback time of a track isdisplayed while the disc is playedback.

F BLUETOOTH icon(page 23)Lights up when BLUETOOTH device isconnected to the System.

G iPod icon(page 16)Lights up when iPod is connected to the System.

H STEREO icon(page 25)Lights up when receiving an stereo broadcast.

I RDM icon(page 21)Lights up during random playback. (“CD”,“USB”)

J Timer icon(pages 30, 31)TIMER : Lights up when the timer has

been set. Flashes while thetimer is functioning.

TIMER ON : Flashes when setting thestarting time of daily timer.

TIMER OFF : Flashes when setting theending time of daily timer.

K SLEEP icon(page 30)Lights up when setting the sleep timer.

L EQ icon(page 32)Lights up when the sound mode or EX.BASS isset.

M Main displayShows the text information of each source.

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Connect the AC power cord to the wall outletafter all other connections have been made.

Connecting antennasMake sure to connect the antenna beforelistening to radio broadcast.Generally, installing the antenna near a windowhelps to improve reception.

Included FM antenna

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Insert the wire into the center of the terminal.

After you untied the bundled string, extend the FMaerial when connecting so that you can obtain thebest reception.

Included AM loop antenna0 Place the AM loop antenna as near as possible

to the window to obtain the best reception.

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Follow the same steps to insert the other wire

Insert the wire core

Press hardInserting the antenna wire

Adjust the connected AM loop antenna to the left or right to position it in the direction with the best reception.

Fit the tab into the groove until it clicks into place

Foldable part at the far end

Tab

Groove

Assembling the antenna

Release① ② ③

④

CAUTION0 Use the AM loop antenna with the antenna wire

wound around the frame. Removing the wirefrom the frame deteriorates the sensitivity of theantenna.

0 Make sure that the antenna conductor is not incontact with other terminals or cables. Positionthe antenna away from other cables. Receptionmay be interfered if they are placed too close tothe antenna.

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Connections

Connecting an AC adapterConnect the supplied AC adapter to DC IN jack ofthe System. After connecting the supplied ACpower cord to the AC adapter, plug the AC powercord into the wall outlet.

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To the AC outlet

Power cord (supplied)

AC adapter (supplied)

0 Unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet if theSystem will not be in use for a prolonged periodof time.

CAUTION0 To avoid the risk of electric shock and fire

- Do not use any other adapters except thesupplied AC adapter.

- Do not use the supplied AC adapter with anyother products other than this System.

- Do not use any power cords except thesupplied power cord.

- Do not use the supplied power cord with anyother products other than this System.

About memory backup settingBackup function can protect the various settingseven if the AC power cord is disconnected. Theprotected settings are as follows.0 Switching the source0 Setting the volume0 Setting the sound quality0 The contents of timer setting0 Setting the tuner

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Connecting headphonesBe sure to turn down the volume before connectingor putting on the headphones.

NOTE0 Connecting the headphones deactivates the

speakers.0 Use commercially available headphones with a

standard 3-pin stereo mini plug.

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Stereo mini plug

Headphones(not supplied)

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Turning on/off the System

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Main unitRemote control

Press

0 You can also turn on the System by pressing thesource buttons such as [CD] on the remotecontrol.

Setting the clockSet the clock to use the timer setting, etc.

1 Display the “TIMER SET” indicator.

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2 Select and confirm “CLOCK”.

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0 If you have already set the clock, afterpressing [TIMER SET], press [H]/[I]repeatedly to select “CLOCK”, then press[SET].

3 Adjust the hour.

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4 Repeat Step 3 to adjust the minute.After adjusting the minute, “COMPLETE” isdisplayed and the setting is completed.

NOTE0 The clock may gain or lose 1 to 2 minutes per

month. You may need to readjust the clockperiodically.

0 Set the clock again if the AC power cord isunplugged or the System is turned off due to thepower failure.

Getting started

1 Select a source.

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2 Adjust the volume.

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(Press repeatedly)

Remote control Main unit

(Turn)

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0 Adjustable range: MIN (0) to MAX (40)

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Basic operations

To mute the sound temporarily

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To restore the sound, press the button again or [F]of the VOLUME button.

Activating/deactivating the AutoPower Save (A.P.S.)

This function turns off the System automatically ifno operation is performed for 15 minutes.1 Display the “TIMER SET” indicator.

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2 Select “A.P.S”.

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3 Set the item.

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A.P.S. ONA.P.S. OFF (Cancel)

The setting is completed when “COMPLETE” isdisplayed after performing the setting.

A.P.S ON:If no operation is performed for 15 minutes in thefollowing situations, the System turns offautomatically.- The volume level is set to “MIN” or Muting is

activated.- “USB” or “BLUETOOTH” is selected as the

source, and no device is connected.- “USB” or “CD” is selected as the source, and

playback is stopped.- “AUDIO IN” or “DIGITAL IN” is selected as the

source, and there is no sound inputA.P.S OFF:Auto Power Save is set to Off.0 Approximately 1 minute before the power is

turned off, “A.P.S.” starts to blink.0 The 15-minute countdown restarts when you

operate any buttons.0 The initial setting is “A.P.S. ON”.

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0 For compatible iPod, see page 35.

Connecting iPodYou can operate the iPod using the System byconnecting it to the USB terminal of the Systemusing an USB cable (supplied with iPod orcommercially available).

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USB cable for iPod (supplied with iPod or commercially available)

0 The “iPod” icon lights up after the cable isconnected.

NOTE0 iPod will be able to charge when iPod is

connected to the System.

CAUTION0 Stop playback before disconnecting the iPod.

Disconnecting during playback may causedamage to the files or file system of the iPod.

0 You cannot send any data to iPod from theSystem.

Playing back

1 Set the source to “USB”.

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2 Start playback.

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iPod is turned on and starts playing.

To pause

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To cancel pause, press the button again.

To select a track

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/ 0 Press [T] once to skip to the beginning of the

next track.0 Press [S] to skip to the beginning of the track

being played. Press twice to skip to thebeginning of the previous track.

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Listening to iPod

To fast reverse/forwardDuring playback...

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/ Main unitRemote control

/ (Hold) (Hold)

0 To fast reverse, press and hold [S].0 To fast forward, press and hold [T].

Shuffle playback

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(Press repeatedly)

Each press switches the selection of iPod shufflesongs.

Repeat playback

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(Press repeatedly)

Each press switches the selection of iPod repeatsongs.

NOTE0 Depending on the type of iPod, iPod may operate

differently.0 Sound distortion may occur when playing back

audio sources with high recording levels. Ifdistortion occurs, it is recommended to turn offthe equalizer of iPod.

0 Operate iPhone or iPod touch itself in thefollowing cases:- When operating the home button- When selecting application icons on the home

screen- When dragging the slider

0 For information on operating iPod, see theinstruction manual for iPod.

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Preparing a USB device/CD

To connect a USB device

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USB cable (not supplied)

USB memory (not supplied)

0 The “USB” icon lights up after it is connected.

NOTE0 Power is supplied to the USB device and the

device will be charged through the System whenthe USB device is connected to the System.

CAUTION0 Stop playback before disconnecting the USB

device. Disconnecting the USB device duringplayback may cause damage to the files and filesystem of the USB device.

0 You cannot send any data from the System to theUSB device.

To insert a disc

1 Set the source to “CD”.

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2 Insert a disc.

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Insert the CD with the label side facing thesame direction as the front of the System.0 The CD will be inserted automatically when

you insert it in partially.0 “READING” is displayed when the CD is

being read. Wait until the displaydisappears.

To eject a disc

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Main unit

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Listening to a USB device/CD

Playing back1 Set the source to “USB” or “CD”.

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Main unit

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Remote control

0 “READING” is displayed when the USBdevice is being read. Wait until the displaydisappears.

2 Start playback.

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To stop

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0 For CDs and MP3/WMA files, resumingplayback after stopping a file starts playbackfrom the beginning of the track (resumefunction). Pressing [o] again when playback isstopped cancels the resume function.

0 If other source is selected, the resume functionis canceled.

To pause

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0 To cancel pause and start playback, press thebutton again.

To select a track

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To select a track with the track number

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Examples:0 To select track no. 3: 30 To select track no. 17: 1 70 To select track no. 123: 1 2 3

To fast forward/reverseDuring playback...

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/ (Hold) (Hold)

0 To fast reverse, press and hold [S].0 To fast forward, press and hold [T].0 Press [I/W] on the remote control or on main unit

when you want to start playback from the middleof the track after fast-reversing or fast-forwarding.

To select a group (MP3/WMA only)

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(Press repeatedly)(Press repeatedly)


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Program playbackYou can program up to 30 tracks from a USB deviceor a disc in any desired order including the sametracks.

1 Stop playback of USB device or CD.2 Display the program setting.

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0 The “PGM” icon flashes.0 Pressing the button again deletes the

programmed contents and programplayback is canceled (to go back to normalplayback).

3 Select a track to register to the program.

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0 For operations to select the track, see “ Toselect a track ” on page 19.

4 Repeat step 3 to add other tracks to theprogram.

5 Start playback.

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The tracks are played back in the programmedorder.

To add tracks to a program

Select a track to add to the program.While in the stop mode

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NOTE0 “PGM FULL” is displayed when the 30th track is

programmed, and more tracks cannot beprogrammed.

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To delete tracks from the programWhile in the stop mode

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Each time you press the button, the last track in theprogram is erased.

To cancel program playbackWhile in the stop mode

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Programmed contents are deleted.0 The “PGM” icon disappears.0 In the following cases, programmed contents are

deleted and program playback is canceled.- When the power is turned off- When the audio source is changed- When the USB device is removed- When the disc is ejected

NOTE0 Program playback can also be repeated.

Random playback

1 Set the source to “USB” or “CD”.

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Main unit

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2 Play back the USB device/CD.

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3 Start random playback.

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You can play back the tracks in random order.0 The “RDM” icon lights up during random playback.0 All tracks are played in random order

instead of random playback within a group.0 During random playback, pressing [S] does

not bring you back to the previous track.

To cancel random playbackDuring random playback

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The “RDM” indicator goes off.0 Random playback is also canceled in the

following cases:- When the power is turned off- When the audio source is changed- When the USB device is removed- When the disc is ejected- When playback is stopped

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Repeat playback

1 Select the type of repeat mode.While in the play or stop mode

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(Press repeatedly)

Each time you press the button, the settingchanges as follows:

REP. : Repeats the current track.REP.ALB* : Repeats the tracks in the

current group.REP. ALL : Repeats all the tracks on the

disc or USB device.* MP3/WMA only

2 Start playback (when playback isstopped).

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To cancel repeat playback

Turn off the “REP” icon.

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(Press repeatedly)

0 Repeat playback is also canceled in thefollowing cases.- When the power is turned off- When the audio source is changed- When the USB device is removed- When the disc is ejected- When playback is stopped

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You can listen to music from your BLUETOOTHdevice, such as portable audio player through theSystem.When you connect your device for the first time, itis necessary to register (pair) your BLUETOOTHdevice and the System.

Connecting a BLUETOOTH device

1 Set the source to “BLUETOOTH”.

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Main unitMain unitRemote control

The “CONNECTING” indicator blinks, and the“ ” icon (BLUETOOTH icon) flashes slowly.The System will connect automatically to theBLUETOOTH device that was lastconnected.“CONNECTED” is displayed and the “ ”icon (BLUETOOTH icon) lights up.

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CONNECTED0 The pairing operation is necessary when

you connect the BLUETOOTH device forthe first time, or connect the System to thenew BLUETOOTH device.

0 When “ ” icon (BLUETOOTH icon) lightsup, cancel the connection once by pressingand holding the [BLUETOOTH] on theremote control or [(PAIRING) I/W] on theSystem.“DISCONNECTED” is displayed then thedisplay disappears.

2 Set the System to pairing standby.

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(Hold)


The “ ” icon (BLUETOOTH icon) flashesquickly.[I/W] on the main unit cannot be used while“CONNECTING” is displayed. Use“PAIRING” on the remote control.

3 Turn on the BLUETOOTH function on theBLUETOOTH device.0 Select “Bluetooth” from “Settings” on the

iPod touch/iPhone and Android device.0 Refer to the instruction manual of your

device for further details.4 Select “AP-300” from the list of device.

The pairing is completed and theBLUETOOTH device is connected to theSystem automatically.0 When the target device requests for

password during pairing, enter “0000”.5 Start playback on the BLUETOOTH

device.The sound from the BLUETOOTH device isemitted from the System.

NOTE0 Up to 9 BLUETOOTH devices can be registered.

When the 10th BLUETOOTH device isregistered, registration of the device with theoldest connection history is deleted.

0 Some BLUETOOTH devices may not beavailable to the System.

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Listening to a BLUETOOTH device

Playing backYou can connect to and play back from theBLUETOOTH device that was last connected tothe System.

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To pause

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0 To cancel pause and start playback, press thebutton again.

To select a track

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To fast forward/reverseDuring playback...

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/ (Hold) (Hold)

0 To fast reverse, press and hold [S].0 To fast forward, press and hold [T].0 To resume normal playback, release the button.

Canceling the connection

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(Hold)

Main unit

(Hold)

Remote control

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DISCONNECTED

NOTEThe connection is canceled automatically in thefollowing cases.0 Connection is canceled on the BLUETOOTH

device, or BLUETOOTH function is set to OFF.0 When the System or the BLUETOOTH device is

turned off.0 When the source is changed to another audio

sources.

CAUTION0 To connect the device to this System, the device

must be compatible with theBLUETOOTH A2DP and AVRCP profiles.

0 The maximum distance for a possibleBLUETOOTH connection is 10 m. The distancemay be shorter depending on the usageenvironment.

0 When the iPhone or smartphone is connected tothe System via BLUETOOTH, ring alert of phonecalls and mails can also be heard from thespeakers of the System.

0 This System is not equipped with a microphonefeature. To make a call, cancel the connectionwith the System or use the microphone on theiPhone or smartphone.

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You can listen to FM and AM broadcasting stations.NOTE

0 Connect the antenna before listening to radiobroadcast. (page 11)

Searching for stations

1 Select “FM” or “AM”.

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(Turn)

Main unit

(Press repeatedly)

Remote control

Alternates between “AM” and “FM” each timeyou press the button.

2 Select a station.

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/ Main unit

/ Remote control

A long press on the button activates auto tuning,and tuning will stop when it receives a broadcaststation.0 To stop the search manually, press the buttons again.0 Pressing the button repeatedly changes the

reception frequency in steps of 0.1 MHz for FMbroadcast and in steps of 9 kHz for AMbroadcast.

0 “STEREO” icon lights up when stereo broadcastsignal is received.

CAUTION0 No sound is heard during station tuning.

To improve the FM receptionWhen an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive ornoisy, select the monaural reception mode.

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Each time you press the button, the settingchanges.“STEREO” icon lights up : Stereo auto reception“STEREO” icon goes off : Monaural reception

NOTE0 Monaural reception improves the reception but

the stereo effect is lost.

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Listening to the radio

Presetting stationsUp to 30 FM stations or up to 10 AM stations canbe stored in the memory.

1 Tune in to a station you want to preset.2 Display the preset setting screen.

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3 Select a preset number to storeinformation.

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0 You can also select by specifying thenumber using the number buttons.

Examples:0 To select preset no. 3: ` 30 To select preset no. 17: 1 70 If a preset number that has been registered

with a station is selected, the old registeredstation is overwritten.

4 Store the station.

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To tune in to a preset station

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Examples:0 To select preset no. 3: ` 30 To select preset no. 17: 1 7

CAUTION0 Depending on the signal condition, you may

have reception problems even for the presetstations.

To erase the preset memory

1 Select the preset number you want toerase.

2 Erase the preset station.

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While “CLEAR?” is displayed, press [SET].The selected station is erased. The subsequentpreset numbers of the stations are moved forward.0 Empty preset numbers are automatically stored

as 87.50 MHz for FM and 531 kHz for AM.

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Using Radio Data SystemRadio Data System is a system that transmitsuseful information (in the form of digital data) for FMbroadcasts along with the broadcast signal. Audiodevices designed for Radio Data System receptioncan extract the information from the broadcastsignal for use with various functions, such asautomatic display of the station name.Radio Data System have the followingfunctions.0 PTY(Program TYpe Identification) Search

Automatically tunes to a station that is currentlybroadcasting the specified program type(genre).

0 PS (Program Service Name) DisplayAutomatically displays the station nametransmitted by the Radio Data System station.

0 Radio Text functionDisplays the radio text data transmitted by someRadio Data System stations when you press the[DISPLAY]. “NO TEXT” is displayed if no textdata is transmitted.

NOTE0 Some functions and function names may differ

in certain countries and areas.

To change the Radio Data Systemdisplay information

Change the contents of the display while receivinga Radio Data System station.During receiving a Radio Data System station

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(Press repeatedly)

Each time you press the button, the settingchanges as follows:

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RTPTYPS

Frequency and preset number display

PS : Program Service namePTY : Program TYpeRT : Radio Text

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To tune by Program Type (PTY search)This function allows you to set the System toautomatically search for the stations which arecurrently broadcasting the type of program (genre)you want to listen to.

1 Select “FM”.

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(Turn)

Main unit

(Press repeatedly)

Remote control

2 Display the PTY code setting screen.

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0 If the current station is with Radio DataSystem, the program type of the station isdisplayed.

3 Select the program type you want to listen to.

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0 For the program type, refer to “Programtype table”.

4 Start searching the station.

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NOTE0 Under certain receiving conditions, it may take

more than 1 minute to complete the search.0 If the desired program type cannot be found, “NO

PROGRAM” is displayed, then after severalseconds the display returns to the originaldisplay.

Program type tableProgram Type Name DisplayNews “NEWS”Current Affairs “AFFAIRS”Information “INFO”Sport “SPORT”Education “EDUCATE”Drama “DRAMA”Culture “CULTURE”Science “SCIENCE”Varied Speech “VARIED”Pop Music “POP M”Rock Music “ROCK M”Easy Music “EASY M”Light Classical Music “LIGHT M”Serious Classical Music “CLASSICS”Other Music “OTHER M”Weather “WEATHER”Finance “FINANCE”Children’s Program “CHILDREN”Social Affairs “SOCIAL”Religion “RELIGION”Phone In “PHONE IN”Travel “TRAVEL”Leisure “LEISURE”Jazz Music “JAZZ”Country Music “COUNTRY”National Music “NATION M”Oldies Music “OLDIES”Folk Music “FOLK M”Documentary “DOCUMENT”

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Refer also to the instruction manual for the externaldevice.

Connecting an external device1 Set the volume level of the System to

minimum.To connect the analog terminal2 Connect an external device to the AUDIO

IN jack.

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Stereo mini plug cord (not supplied)

Headphone jack, etc.

External device (not supplied)

To connect the digital terminal2 Connect an external device to the

DIGITAL IN (OPTICAL) terminal.

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3.35A18V

TV, BD/DVD recorder, etc.

Optical digital output terminal

Optical digital cable (not supplied)

NOTE0 When the device is connected to the digital input

terminal, set the digital audio output setting forthe connected device (TV, BD recorder, etc.) to“PCM”.

Listening to an external device

1 Select “AUDIO IN” or “DIGITAL IN”.

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(Turn)

Main unit

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Remote control

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2 Start playback of the external device.0 Do not disconnect the digital audio player

during playback. It may cause malfunction.3 Adjust the volume.

To adjust the audio input levelAdjust the audio input level when there is a contrastbetween the volume of the external deviceconnected to the AUDIO IN jack and that of othersources.

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(Press repeatedly)

Press repeatedly to change the settingLEVEL 1 : Standard audio input levelLEVEL 2 : Higher level than LEVEL 1LEVEL 3 : Higher level than LEVEL 2

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Listening to an external device

This System is equipped with sleep timer andplayback timer (the daily timer). (Timer recording isnot available with this System.)

Setting the sleep timerThe power of the System automatically turns offafter the shut-off time you set has elapsed.You can set the timer up to 90 minutes in 10-minuteinterval.

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(Press repeatedly)

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Each time you press the button, the shut-off timechanges.0 While the sleep timer is set, “SLEEP” icon lights up.0 To cancel the sleep timer, select “SLEEP OFF”.

To check the remaining time until theSystem shuts off

Press the [SLEEP] button once.Example: the remaining time is 12 minutes

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12The remaining time is displayed for 5 seconds.

Setting the daily timerUsing the daily timer, you can wake up with yourfavorite music.0 Set the clock before setting the recording timer.

(page 14)0 Tune into a station, load a disc, or connect a USB

device/iPod to the System, and make sure thatthe source works properly beforehand.

0 Preset the desired station before setting the daily timer.

1 Display the timer setting screen.

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2 Select and confirm on “TIMER”.

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3 Set and confirm the timer contents.

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You can set the following items:0 Press [H]/[I] to select the next or previous item.The “hour” and “minute” of the startingand ending time0 During the setting, the “TIMER ON” icon

(starting time) and “TIMER OFF” icon(ending time) flashes.

Playback sourceSelect the source from “CD”, “USB”, “FM”, “AM”.0 When the selected source is “AM” or “FM”,

select the preset number.Playback volume

Continue on the next page

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Using the timer

4 Select and confirm on the playbackmethod.

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“PLAY” : Starts playback at the preset volume.“AI PLAY” : After playback starts, the volumewill increase gradually until it reaches thepreset volume.The setting is completed when “COMPLETE”is displayed after performing the setting.

5 Turn off the System.

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Press

Standby indicator lights up in orange.0 The daily timer works only when the

System is on standby.0 While the daily timer is set, “TIMER” icon

lights up.0 While the daily timer is functioning,

“TIMER” icon flashes.0 Once set, the daily timer works every day.0 You can not set the same time for the

starting time and ending time.

To cancel the daily timerWhile the System is turned on

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The “TIMER” icon disappears.

To set the daily timer with the samesettings again after canceling

While the System is turned on

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The “TIMER” icon lights up.

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Adjusting the sound quality

Using the sound modeSound modes can be selected to enhance the typeof music being played.

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(Press repeatedly)

Example:

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ROCKEach time you press the button, the setting ischanged.

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ROCKCLASSICJAZZGAME

If a setting other than “FLAT” is selected for thesound mode, “EQ” icon lights up.

To set the surround

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(Press repeatedly)

Each time you press the button, the surround effectis turned on or off.

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SURROUND OFF SURROUND ON

0 The initial setting is “SURROUND OFF”.

To increase the bass sound

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(Press repeatedly)

Each time you press the button, the bass soundeffect is turned on or off.

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EX.BASS ONEX.BASS OFF

“EQ” icon lights up when EX.BASS is set.0 The initial setting is “EX.BASS ON”.

NOTE0 The sound mode, surround and bass sound

(EX.BASS) also take effects on the sounds fromthe headphones.

0 When the sound mode is enabled, the basssound (EX.BASS) is canceled.

0 When the bass sound (EX.BASS) is enabled,the sound mode is canceled.

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Other functions

Adjusting the display/illuminationAdjust according to your preferences or thesurrounding conditions.

To adjust the brightness of the display/illumination

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(Press repeatedly)

Each time you press the button, the brightness ofthe display and illumination changes.DIMMER OFF : Display: Bright

Illumination: BrightDIMMER 1 : Display: Slightly dark

Illumination: Slightly darkDIMMER 2 : Display: Dark

Illumination: Off0 The brightness of the display and illumination

changes at the same time.0 The setting will be memorized even if the System

is turned off.0 The initial setting is “DIMMER OFF”.

To adjust the color depth (CONTRAST)of the display window

1 Display the color depth setting screen.

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(Hold)

“CONTRAST SET3” will be displayed.2 Adjust the color depth (CONTRAST).

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Each time you press [H] / [I], the color depth(CONTRAST) of the display window changesin five levels (“CONTRAST SET1” to“CONTRAST SET5”).The setting is completed when “COMPLETE”is displayed after performing the setting.0 The display returns to the original display

after about 3 seconds.0 To return to the original display while

setting, press [DIMMER / CONTRAST].0 The initial setting is “CONTRAST SET3”.

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Changing the display informationDuring playback...

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(Press repeatedly)

Each time you press the button, the displayinformation changes to other information.0 The information shown on the display differs

depending on the source.0 The System can display ID3 TAG VERSION1,2

(song title, artist name and album name), filename and folder name (some characters cannotbe displayed. These characters may not bedisplayed correctly, or “＊” is displayed).

0 iPod cannot show the Tag data of MP3/WMA.

For audio CD

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T01 0:46 : The elapsed time ofthe playing track

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REMAIN : The remaining time ofthe playing track

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TOTAL : The elapsed time ofthe whole CD

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TOTAL REMAIN : The remaining time ofthe whole CD

For MP3/WMA files

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T001 0:46 : The elapsed time ofthe playing track

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FILE.. FOLDER.. : File name/ foldername

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TAG information : Tag information

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F001 T0003 : Folder number/ filenumber

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Compatible iPodMade for Version*iPod nano (7th generation) 1.0.2iPod nano (6th generation) 1.2iPod nano (5th generation) 1.0.2iPod nano (4th generation) 1.0.4iPod nano (3rd generation) 1.1.3iPod nano (2nd generation) 1.1.3iPod touch (5th generation) 7.0.2iPod touch (4th generation) 6.1.3iPod touch (3rd generation) 5.1.1iPod touch (2nd generation) 4.2.1iPod touch 3.1.3iPhone 5s 7.0.2iPhone 5c 7.0.2iPhone 5 7.0.2iPhone 4s 7.0.2iPhone 4 7.0.2iPhone 3GS 6.1.3iPhone 3G 5.1.1* Software version at the time of operationconfirmation0 Reset your iPod/iPhone if your iPod/iPhone is not

playing back correctly. (Please visit Apple'shomepage for information about resetting youriPod/iPhone.)

0 For details on the iPod/iPhone, check Apple'sweb site. <http://www.apple.com>

0 To check the latest supporting status of the iPod/iPhone, refer to the product information on ourhome page.

Playable BLUETOOTH devices0 To connect the device to this System via

BLUETOOTH, the device must be compatiblewith the A2DP and the AVRCP profiles.

Playable discs/files0 We do not guarantee the operation and sound

quality of CDs that are not compliant with the CD-DA standardBefore playing a CD, look for a “CD logo mark”,and read through the precautions on thepackage to check whether it complies with theCD standard.

0 Playback of a CD on the System may fail due tothe CD’s characteristics, recording condition,scratches or dirt on it, or when there is dirt orcondensation on the lens of the player.

0 Read through the precautions on the use of theCD carefully.

0 The System does not support the display of CDtexts.

Discs CDs with any of the following marksare playable.

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Files 0 CD-R or CD-RW in the audio CDformat

0 CD-R/CD-RW or the MP3/WMAfiles of USB devices

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References

Important for USB mass storageclass devices

0 It is recommended that you use a USB devicewith a capacity of 16 GB or smaller.

0 Connect an USB device with the maximumpower consumption of less than 1 A.

0 The more files there are in a USB device, thelonger it takes for the System to load them.

0 Deactivate the security function of the USBdevice before connecting.

0 When connecting with a USB cable, use a USB2.0 cable less than 1 m in length.

0 You cannot connect a computer to the USBMEMORY terminal of the System.

0 Do not use a USB hub.0 If the USB device is divided into multiple partitions,

the System recognizes only the first partition.0 Power is supplied to the USB device and the

device will be charged through the System whenthe USB device is connected to the System.

0 Electrostatic shock at connecting a USB devicemay cause abnormal playback of the device. Inthis case, disconnect the USB device then resetthis System and the USB device.

0 Some USB devices may not be recognized ormay not operate properly.

0 For information on operating the USB device,see the instruction manual for the USB device.Precautions on CD-R/CD-RW

For CD-Rs/CD-RWs edited by the user, onlyfinalized CDs can be played back on the System.0 To create a CD-R/CD-RW disc, set the format to

“ISO 9660 Level 1”. Do not use discs that arepacket-written (UDF format).

0 For CD-RW that have been recorded in theformat other than CD-DA format or MP3/WMAfiles, erase all tracks before listening to. If thedisc is used before erasing, the loud sound isoutput suddenly, it might cause the failure suchas damage the speaker.

0 For CD-Rs/CD-RWs that contain MP3/WMAfiles, it may take a longer time to read the disccompared to normal audio discs. (The amount ofreading time needed varies with theconfiguration of the folders and files.)

0 If CD-R/CD-RW that is printable on the label sideis used, the disc may not be ejected from theSystem due to the label side is sticked to theSystem. Using such discs may causemalfunction, do not use them.

Precautions on MP3/WMA files0 Playable MP3/WMA files are files with the

extension of <.mp3> or <.wma>.0 The System can play back MP3/WMA files

recorded with the following sampling frequencyand bitrate.

Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHzBitrate: 32 kbps to 320 kbps

0 This System can recognize up to 255 folders and3,000 files on a USB device.

0 DRM (Digital Rights Management) files cannotbe played back.

0 The System cannot play back files larger than 2 GB.0 Some MP3/WMA files may not be playable due

to the condition or method of recording. TheSystem will skip the playback of these files.

0 Playing order of MP3/WMA files(Folders without MP3/WMA files are ignored.)

- Groups are played in creation order. In agroup, tracks are played in created order.

- The playing order may be changed if youchange a folder name (group name) or filename (track name) on the PC.

0 The maximum number of displayable charactersin the System is as follows.

- Folder name: 16 characters- File name: 64 characters (including the

extension)- Tag display (track title/artist/album title):

MP3 ID3 tag/WMA contents property: 64characters (compatible with ID3 v1.0/ 1.1/ 2.2/2.3/2.4)

0 Some characters cannot be displayed. Thesecharacters may not be displayed correctly, or“＊” is displayed.

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Maintenance

Care of compact discs

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To place back to the caseTo take out from the case

0 Do not write on either side of the disc, particularlythe non-label side from which signals are read.Do not mark this surface.

0 Do not bend the disc.0 Do not play discs of special shapes (heart,

flower, etc). It may cause malfunctions.0 If a CD is dusty, clean it with a soft, dry cloth and

remove dirt or fingerprints.

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Consecutive scratches can cause noise or mistracking.

Straight out from the centre, along the radius

0 Do not wipe it with thinner or benzine.

Trademarks0 “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that

an electronic accessory has been designed toconnect specifically to iPod or iPhone,respectively, and has been certified by thedeveloper to meet Apple performancestandards. Apple is not responsible for theoperation of this device or its compliance withsafety and regulatory standards. Please notethat the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhonemay affect wireless performance.

0 iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano and iPodtouch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered inthe U.S. and other countries.

0 Microsoft and Windows Media are eitherregistered trademarks or trademarks ofMicrosoft Corporation in the United Statesand/or other countries.

0 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos areregistered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG,Inc. and any use of such marks byJVC KENWOOD Corporation is under license.

0 Android is a trademark of Google Inc..

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If you are having a problem with your System,check this list for a possible solution before callingfor service.If the following measures do not resolve theproblems:The System works using a built-in microprocessor.If buttons are not operative, disconnect the ACpower cord from the wall outlet, wait for a while,then connect the cord again.

General

Power does not come on.B Connect the AC adapter correctly.

The System turns off automatically.B Auto power save function is functioning. (page 15)

The buttons do not function.B Reset the System. (page 40)

Adjustments or settings are suddenlycanceled before you finish.B There is a time limit. Repeat the procedure.

Unable to operate the System from the remotecontrol.B The path between the remote control and the

remote sensor on the System is blocked.B Batteries of the remote control are exhausted.

Change the batteries.

No sound is heard.B Adjust the volume.B Cancel muting.B Disconnect the headphones.

“--:--” flashes on the display.B Set the clock again. (page 14)

No audio output from the digital input terminal(DIGITAL IN).B Connect the devices correctly.B Check to ensure that the digital audio output

setting of the connected device is set to “PCM”.

iPod operations

iPod does not play.B Connect the USB cable correctly.B Check the compatibility of your iPod. (page 35)B Battery of iPod are exhausted. Charge the

battery of iPod.B Reset your iPod after disconnecting it from the

System, unplug the power cord of the System,and plug it in again. (For details on resettingyour iPod, please visit Apple’s official website.)

USB device/CD

Unable to eject a disc.B Press [M] until “EJECT” is displayed.B If CD-R/CD-RW that is printable on the label

side is used, the disc may not be ejected fromthe System due to the label side is sticked tothe System.

The disc/USB device does not play.B Connect the USB devices correctly.B Turn on the power of the USB audio player.B Try using a different USB flash memory device.B Insert the disc with the label side facing you.B The disc or lens is scratched or dirty. Clean the

disc or lens.B Playback is not possible if an audio file is

corrupted.B Check whether the audio file format is

supported by the System.B The disc is recorded using “packet writing

(UDF file unit)” and cannot be played back.

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Troubleshooting

MP3/WMA groups and tracks are not playedback as you expect.B The playback order is determined by the

writing software used for recording the groupsand tracks.

The sound from the USB device or disc ischoppy.B The disc is dirty or scratched. Clean or replace

the disc.B Play MP3/WMA files that are properly written.B Turn off the System, disconnect and reconnect

the USB device.

Tag information is not displayed correctlyB Check whether the tag information can be

displayed on the System. (page 34)

Tuner operations

No broadcast is heard.B Connect the antenna correctly. (11 page)B For AM broadcast, place the AM loop antenna

as near as possible to the window and adjustthe antenna direction until you obtain the bestreception.

BWhen a FM antenna is used, extend andsecure the wire to the position where youobtain the best reception.

B Adjust the frequency to the station you want tolisten to.

Hard to listen to broadcasts because of noise.B Adjust the antenna.B Turn off and on the System.B Place the System away from the television.

BLUETOOTH device

Unable to pair.B Set the System in pairing standby, and perform

pairing from the target device, such as asmartphone. (page 23)

Unable to connect to BLUETOOTH device.B Check that the BLUETOOTH function is set to ON.B Check to ensure that the BLUETOOTH device

supports the BLUETOOTH A2DP profile.

Unable to operate the BLUETOOTH device.B Check to ensure that the BLUETOOTH device

supports the BLUETOOTH AVRCP profile.

The sound is choppy. Noise is generated.B The System is out of the BLUETOOTH range

limitation, or there may be an equipmentinterfering with the radio waves between theSystem and the BLUETOOTH device. Tryplacing the BLUETOOTH device nearer to theSystem, or change location.

Timer operations

Unable to set the sleep timerB The daily timer is functioning. While the daily

timer is functioning, sleep timer does not work.

The daily timer does not work.B The clock needs to be set. Clock setting is

canceled when the AC power cord isunplugged from the AC outlet, causing thedaily timer to stop functioning.

B The System is turned on. The daily timerfunctions only when the System is turned off.

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Resetting the SystemIf the System cannot be oprated or the displaywindow is shown incorrectly, reset the Systemusing the following procedures.After resetting, the contents of the settings will berestored to the factory default.

1 Turn off the System.

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Press

2 Resetting the System.

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Main unit

Press and hold [K] and [o] on main unit at thesame time until “FACTORY RESET” isdisplayed.You can reset only on the main unit.

3 When “RESET FINISHED” is displayed,unplug the AC power cord from the wallsocket.The System have been reset.

4 Plug the AC power cord of the System intothe outlet.

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Main unit (AP-300-B/AP-300-H)

AmplifierMaximum useful output: 20 W + 20 W (1 kHz,10% THD,8Ω)

CD playerPlayable files: Audio CD, MP3, WMA

TunerAM tuning range: 531 kHz - 1 602 kHzFM tuning range: 87.50 MHz - 108.00 MHzAntenna: Wire antenna

Input/output terminalsUSB: Output power: DC 5 V P 1 A

Specifications: Compatible with USB 2.0 Full SpeedCompatible devices: Mass storage classCompatible file systems: FAT16, FAT32Playable files: MP3, WMA

DIGITAL IN: OPTICAL x 1AUDIO IN: Stereo mini (ø 3.5 mm) x 1

LEVEL 1: 1 V/30 kΩLEVEL 2: 500 mV/30 kΩLEVEL 3: 250 mV/30 kΩ

PHONES: Stereo mini (ø 3.5 mm) x 1

BLUETOOTHVersion: BLUETOOTH Ver. 3.0Output power: Class 2Maximum service area: About 10 m

(Communication range may vary depending on the environmental conditions.)Frequency band: 2.4 GHz rangeCompatibleBLUETOOTH profile:

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile)

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Specifications

GeneralSupplied AC adapter(AA-R1809):

Input: AC 100 V - 240 V ~,50 Hz/60 Hz,1.5 A - 0.5 AOutput: DC 18 V P 3.35 A

Power consumption: 18 W (during operation)1.00 W and below (during standby)

Dimensions: 360 mm ´ 199 mm ´ 225 mm (W x H x D)Weight: 2.9 kg

SpeakersSystem: Full range Bass-Reflex typeSpeakers unit: 7 cm cone speakerImpedance: 8 ΩMaximum input: 20 W

Specifications and appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice for improvement.

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For your recordsRecord the serial number, found on the back of the unit,in the spaces designated on the warranty card, and inthe space provided below. Refer to the model andserial numbers whenever you call upon your dealer forinformation or service on this product.ModelSerial Number

Documents

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