Useful Functions
Using Hands-free Calling While Listening
to Music
You can enjoy hands-free calling via BLUETOOTH connection with a BLUETOOTH
mobile phone that has a music function and supports the BLUETOOTH profile
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), and HFP (Hands-free Profile) or HSP
(Headset Profile).
If your BLUETOOTH mobile phone supports both HFP and HSP, set to HFP.
Operations may vary depending on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. Refer also to
the operating instructions supplied with your mobile phone.
1 Make the BLUETOOTH connection between the system and
the mobile phone.
For details on the BLUETOOTH connection procedure, see “How to Make
Wireless Connection with BLUETOOTH Devices.” The BLUETOOTH connection is
established and “ (BLUETOOTH)” in the display stays on.
2 Start playback on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone, then
adjust the volume.
Set the volume of the BLUETOOTH mobile phone to a moderate level, and
press VOLUME –/+ on the system.
When the BLUETOOTH device is connected to the system (“ (BLUETOOTH)” is
lit), you can use hands-free calling even if the BLUETOOTH function is not
activated.
When there is an incoming call or outgoing call, the system automatically
changes to the BLUETOOTH function.
To call
Operate the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. Check that a dialing tone is heard on the
system and talk into the system. If no dialing tone is heard, press (call) on
the system for about 2 seconds to change the call device to the system.
To receive a call
When an incoming call arrives, the playback or radio pauses and a ring tone is
heard from the system. Press (call) on the system and talk into the system.
Tips
If no ring tone is heard from the system when an incoming call arrives, stop playback or radio
and press (call) to talk.
You can use the hands-free calling when playback is completed.
During a call, press VOLUME –/+ on the system to adjust the volume. The volume of a call
and that of a playback are set separately.
Note
When using a mobile phone, keep it 50 cm or more away from the system. If they are too
close together, noise may be heard.
To end a call
Press (call) . If you were listening to music with any function when the call
arrived, music will be resumed when the call has finished.
After use
Do any of the following to terminate the BLUETOOTH connection.
Set the BLUETOOTH function of the BLUETOOTH device to off. For details, refer
to the operating instructions supplied with the device.
Turn off the BLUETOOTH device.
Touch the system with the smartphone again to disconnect (NFC compatible
smartphones only).
System button functions during a call
Available functions may vary depending on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone, or the
profiles supported by the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the BLUETOOTH mobile phone.
Status (call)
Standby Press once to start voice dial (voice dial compatible
mobile phones only).
Press and hold for a few seconds to redial the phone
number that is dialed last time.
Outgoing call Press once to cancel outgoing call.
Press and hold for a few seconds to change call
device between the system and mobile phone.
Incoming call Press once to answer call.
Press and hold for a few seconds to reject call.
During call Press once to finish call.
Press and hold for a few seconds to change call
device between the system and mobile phone.
Using Hands-free Calling with Another BLUETOOTH Mobile Phone
While Listening to Music
You can enjoy hands-free calling with another BLUETOOTH mobile phone while
listening to music with a BLUETOOTH music player.
One-touch connection (NFC) cannot be used in this procedure.
Operations may vary depending on the BLUETOOTH device. This type of
BLUETOOTH connection may not be established depending on the combination
of the BLUETOOTH devices. Refer also to the operating instructions supplied
with your BLUETOOTH devices.
1 Make the BLUETOOTH connections between the system
and a BLUETOOTH music player via A2DP, and between the
system and a BLUETOOTH mobile phone via HFP or HSP.
For details on the BLUETOOTH connection procedure, see “How to Make
Wireless Connection with BLUETOOTH Devices.” The BLUETOOTH connection is
established and “ (BLUETOOTH)” in the display stays on.
Tips
To use only the calling function of a BLUETOOTH mobile phone that also has a music
function, establish BLUETOOTH connection between the system and the mobile phone
via HFP or HSP, not via A2DP.
Depending on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone, while the BLUETOOTH connection is
established via HFP or HSP, the other BLUETOOTH connection via A2DP may also be
occupied by the same BLUETOOTH mobile phone. A BLUETOOTH music player cannot be
connected with this system in this case.
Note
To make the same connection with the same devices after turning the system off, follow
this procedure again.
Setting the Alarm
You can set the alarm mode from the following.
“FM,” “AM”: Set the radio alarm.
“USB”: Set the alarm to sound from an iPhone/iPod via USB connection.
“BLUETOOTH”: Set the alarm to sound from a BLUETOOTH device, such as
smartphone, iPod, etc., via BLUETOOTH connection.
“BUZZER”: Set the buzzer alarm.
Set the clock to the current time before setting the alarm, so that the alarm will
sound at the correct time. (See “Setting the clock for the first time.”)
Right side of the system
You can set alarm A and B. To set the alarm A, use A and ALARM TIME SET
+/– . To set alarm B, use B and ALARM TIME SET +/– .
The following explains how to set the alarm A.
1 Press and hold A until the hour begins to flash in the
display.
“” and “WAKE UP” light up and the hour flashes in the display.
2 Press ALARM TIME SET +/– to select the following setting
items, then press A to confirm.
Each time you press ALARM TIME SET +/– , the currently selected item
begins to flash.
Once you confirm the setting by pressing A , the following setting item
begins to flash.
Hour, minute: Press and hold ALARM TIME SET +/– to change the hour
and minute digits quickly.
Days of the week: Select one of the following three types.
Every day: “MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN”
Week day: “MON TUE WED THU FRI”
Weekend: “SAT SUN”
3 Press ALARM TIME SET +/– to select the alarm mode, then
press A to confirm.
Select one of the following.
“FM,” “AM”: Set the radio alarm. Proceed to step 4.
“USB”: Set the alarm to sound from an iPhone/iPod via USB connection.
Skip step 4, and proceed to step 5.
“BLUETOOTH”: Set the alarm to sound from a BLUETOOTH device, such as
smartphone, iPod, etc., via BLUETOOTH connection. Skip step 4, and proceed
to step 5.
“BUZZER”: Set the buzzer alarm. The alarm setting is completed. The
display returns to clock and “” lights up in the display. You do not need to
do step 4 or later.
4 Press ALARM TIME SET +/– to select the radio station,
then press A to confirm.
Select the desired preset number or “- -.” “- -” is the last station you listened
to.
5 Press ALARM TIME SET +/– to adjust the volume, then
press A to confirm.
The alarm setting is completed. The display returns to clock and “” lights up
in the display.
6 When “USB” or “BLUETOOTH” is selected as the alarm
mode, connect an iPhone/iPod via USB or a BLUETOOTH
device before the alarm sounds.
If the system does not connect to the BLUETOOTH device, at the alarm time,
the system tries to establish BLUETOOTH connection with the BLUETOOTH
device connected to the system last time.
If the system cannot connect to the BLUETOOTH device, or does not connect
to an iPhone/iPod via USB, the alarm will be the buzzer.
If you set “USB” as the alarm mode, and a smartphone is connected via USB,
the alarm will be the buzzer.
To stop the alarm
Press ALARM RESET to turn off the alarm. The alarm will sound again at the
same time the next day.
To doze for a few more minutes – Snooze function
1 Press SNOOZE once while the alarm sounds.
The alarm sound turns off but will automatically come on again after about 10
minutes.
You can change the snooze time as follows by pressing SNOOZE
repeatedly.
To stop the snooze timer, press ALARM RESET .
System button functions for the alarm function
To Do this
Confirm an alarm
time setting
Press ALARM TIME SET +/– .
The setting will be displayed for about 4 seconds.
Change an alarm
time setting
1 Press and hold ALARM TIME SET +/– until the
alarm time digits begin to change in the display.
You can change the alarm time step by step by
pressing ALARM TIME SET +/– repeatedly.
2 Release ALARM TIME SET +/– when the desired
alarm time is displayed.
Turn off the alarm
sound once
Press SNOOZE once while the alarm sounds.
Stop the alarm Press ALARM RESET .
Deactivate the alarm Press A again.
“” turns off in the display, and the alarm function is
deactivated.
To activate the alarm again, press A again.
Tip
Even if the alarm is deactivated, the alarm will be activated when you change the alarm
setting.
Notes
When “USB” or “BLUETOOTH” is selected as the alarm mode, only the buzzer alarm will sound
if an iPhone/iPod is not connected via USB, or a BLUETOOTH device is not connected, or
music is not stored in the device, or the device is turned off.
When Auto DST/summer time adjustment is set, the alarm sounds as follows:
If the alarm is set between 2:00 AM and 3:00 AM, and daylight saving time begins, the
alarm will sound at 3:00 AM.
If the alarm is set between 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM, and daylight saving time ends, the alarm
will sound twice.
The volume of the buzzer is not adjustable.
If the same alarm time is set for both alarm A and B, alarm A takes priority.
If no operation is performed while the alarm is sounding, the alarm will stop after about 60
minutes.
Notes on the alarm in the event of a power interruption
In the event of a power interruption, the buzzer alarm will last about 5 minutes if the battery is
not weak. However, certain functions will be affected as follows:
The backlight will not light up.
If the alarm mode is set to “USB,” “BLUETOOTH,” “FM” or “AM,” it will change to buzzer
automatically.
If ALARM RESET is not pressed, the alarm will sound for about 5 minutes.
If “” lights up in the display, the alarm will not sound in the event of a power interruption.
Replace the battery if “” lights up.
The snooze function cannot be set during a power interruption.
During a power interruption, each alarm will sound at the set time only once.
Setting the Sleep Timer
You can fall asleep listening to radio or music from the connected device using
the sleep timer. The system stops radio or playback automatically after a preset
duration.
Right side of the system
1 Press SLEEP while listening to radio or music.
“SLEEP” lights up and the sleep time duration begins to flash in the display.
2 Press SLEEP to select the sleep time duration.
You can change the sleep time duration (in minutes) as follows by pressing
SLEEP repeatedly. Only “OFF” does not flash.
The sleep time duration flashes for a few seconds, then the display returns to
the clock. The sleep timer setting is completed and the sleep timer starts.
“SLEEP” lights up in the display, and the system will stop radio or playback
automatically after the setting duration.
To stop listening before the preset time
Press OFF .
To change the sleep timer setting
Press SLEEP . You can change the sleep time duration after the sleep timer has
been activated.
To deactivate the sleep timer
Press SLEEP to select “OFF.”
Notes
Music playback on a device connected to the AUDIO IN jack does not stop automatically. To
stop playback on the connected device, operate the connected device.
When the alarm time is set during the sleep timer duration, the sleep timer will be
deactivated automatically when the alarm sounds.
To Enjoy the Sound Effect Setting
1 Press SOUND to select the sound effect.
The sound effect setting lights up in the display.
You can change the sound effect as follows by pressing SOUND
repeatedly.
Display Sound effect
MEGA BASS High-quality bass sound will be heard.
MEGA BASS
MEGA Xpand
Both high-quality bass and surround sound will be
heard.
MEGA Xpand Surround sound will be heard.
Off The sound effect is off.
Others
Replacing the Battery
1 Keep the AC plug connected to the wall outlet, then open
the battery compartment on the bottom of the system.
1 Fully loosen the screw.
2 Push the tab and
pull up the lid.
2 Remove the old battery and insert a new one in the battery
compartment with the side facing up.
CR2032
3 Replace the battery compartment lid and tighten the
screw.
4 Press FUNCTION, BLUETOOTH or SNOOZE/ BRIGHTNESS
on the system to turn off “” in the display.
Notes
When you replace the battery, do not disconnect the plug from the AC outlet. Otherwise, the
current date, current time, alarm and station presets will be erased.
If you are not going to use the system for a long time, remove the battery to avoid any
damage that may be caused by leakage or corrosion.
Setting the Brightness of the Display
1 Press BRIGHTNESS .
You can change the four levels of brightness as follows by pressing
BRIGHTNESS repeatedly.
High (default)
Low
Off
Middle
Even if brightness level is set to Off, it will change to Low while the alarm is
sounding.
Press and hold BRIGHTNESS to turn off the display directly.
Specifications
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:
With 5 ohm loads both channels driven, from 150 Hz -
10,000 Hz; rated 2 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with
no more than 10 % total harmonic distortion.
Time display
Switching between 12-hour system (default) and 24-hour system.
Speaker section
Speaker system 50 mm (2 in)
Enclosure type Bass reflex
Amplifier section
Reference output power
2 W + 2 W (10 % T.H.D., 1 kHz, 5 )
Input Stereo mini jack × 1
USB section
Input USB port (type A)
Supported sampling frequencies/bit
USB input: Maximum 44.1 kHz/16 bit
BLUETOOTH
Communication System
BLUETOOTH Specification version 3.0
Output BLUETOOTH Specification Power Class 2
Maximum communication range
Line of sight approx. 10 m (30 ft)*1
Frequency band 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method
FHSS
Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*2
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile)
HSP (Headset Profile)
HFP (Hands-free Profile)
SPP (Serial Port Profile)
Supported Codec*3
SBC*4
Transmission range (A2DP)
20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz)
*1 The actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles between
devices, magnetic fields around a microwave oven, static electricity, reception
sensitivity, antenna’s performance, operating system, software application, etc.
*2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of BLUETOOTH
communication between devices.
*3 Codec: Audio signal compression and conversion format
*4 Subband Codec
Microphone
Type: Electret condenser
Direction characteristic:
Omni directional
Effective frequency range:
200 Hz – 3,600 Hz
Radio
Frequency range
Band Frequency Frequency step
FM 87.5 MHz - 108 MHz 0.1 MHz
AM 530 kHz - 1,710 kHz 10 kHz
General
Power 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 16 W
For clock back up 3V DC, CR2032 battery (1)
Dimensions Approximately 281 mm × 126 mm × 80 mm
(11 / in × 5 in × 3 / in) (w/h/d)
Mass Approximately 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz) including batteries
Supplied accessories
AM loop antenna (1)
BLUETOOTH Startup Guide (1)
Operating Instructions (this document) (1)
Compatible iPhone/iPad/iPod models
The compatible iPhone/iPad/iPod models are as follows.
Update the software of the iPhone/iPad/iPod to the latest version before using it
with this system.
USB works with
iPhone 5
iPhone 4S
iPhone 4
iPod touch (5th generation)
iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPod classic
iPod nano (7th generation)
iPod nano (6th generation)
iPod nano (5th generation)
iPod nano (4th generation)
BLUETOOTH technology works with
iPhone 5
iPhone 4S
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPad (4th generation)
iPad mini
iPad (3rd generation)
iPad 2
iPad
iPod touch (5th generation)
iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPod nano (7th generation)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
What is BLUETOOTH wireless
technology?
BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a short-range wireless technology that
enables wireless data communication between digital devices, such as a
computer and digital camera. BLUETOOTH wireless technology operates within a
range of about 10 m (30 ft).
Connecting two devices as necessary is common, but some devices can be
connected to multiple devices at the same time.
You do not need to use a cable for connection, nor is it necessary for the devices
to face one another, such is the case with infrared technology. For example, you
can use such a device in a bag or pocket.
BLUETOOTH standard is an international standard supported by thousands of
companies all over the world, and employed by various companies worldwide.
Communication System and Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles of
the system
Profile is standardisation of the function for each BLUETOOTH device specification.
The system supports the following BLUETOOTH version and profiles:
Communication System:
BLUETOOTH Specification version 3.0
Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles:
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile): Transmitting or receiving audio
content of high-quality.
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile): Controlling A/V equipment;
pausing, stopping, or starting playback, etc.
HSP (Headset Profile): Talking on the phone/Operating the phone.
HFP (Hands-free Profile): Talking on the phone/Operating the phone by
hands-free.
SPP (Serial Port Profile): Establishing serial communication with BLUETOOTH
device.
Maximum communication range
Use BLUETOOTH devices within 10 m (about 30 ft) (line of sight) of the system.
Maximum communication range may shorten under the following conditions.
There is an obstacle such as a person, metal, or wall between the system and
BLUETOOTH device.
A wireless LAN device is in use near the system.
A microwave oven is in use near the system.
A device that generates electromagnetic radiation is in use near the system.
Interference from other devices
Because BLUETOOTH devices and wireless LAN (IEEE802.11b/g) use the same
frequency, microwave interference may occur and resulting in communication
speed deterioration, noise, or invalid connection if the system is used near a
wireless LAN device. In such a case, perform the following.
Use the system at least 10 m (about 30 ft) away from the wireless LAN device.
If the system is used within 10 m (about 30 ft) of a wireless LAN device, turn
off the wireless LAN device.
Interference to other devices
Microwaves emitting from a BLUETOOTH device may affect the operation of
electronic medical devices. Turn off the system and other BLUETOOTH devices in
the following locations, as it may cause an accident.
where inflammable gas is present, in a hospital, train, airplane, or a gas
station
near automatic doors or a fire alarm
Notes
To be able to use the BLUETOOTH function, the BLUETOOTH device to be
connected requires the same profile as the system’s.
Note also that even if the same profile exists, devices may vary in function
depending on their specifications.
Due to the characteristic of BLUETOOTH wireless technology, the sound played
on the system is slightly delayed from the sound played on the BLUETOOTH
device during talking on the telephone or listening to the music.
This system supports security capabilities that comply with the BLUETOOTH
standard to provide a secure connection when the BLUETOOTH wireless
technology is used, but security may not be enough depending on the setting.
Be careful when communicating using BLUETOOTH wireless technology.
We do not take any responsibility for the leakage of information during
BLUETOOTH communication.
A device featuring the BLUETOOTH function is required to conform to the
BLUETOOTH standard specified by Bluetooth SIG, and be authenticated. Even if
the connected device conforms to the above mentioned BLUETOOTH standard,
some devices may not be connected or work correctly, depending on the
features or specifications of the device.
Noise or sound skips may occur depending on the BLUETOOTH device
connected with the system, the communication environment or the usage
environment.
Troubleshooting
No sound / Sound from only
one speaker / Low sound
level
Check that both this system and the
connected device are turned on.
Turn up the volume of the system and
the connected device.
Check that the connected device is
being played back.
Check that both plugs of the
connecting cord (not supplied) or both
connectors of the USB cable (not
supplied) are firmly inserted into the
system and the connected device.
If you are connecting a personal
computer to the system, make sure
the audio output setting of the
computer is set for a BLUETOOTH
device.
Pair this system and the BLUETOOTH
device again.
If the connected device is monaural,
sound will only be output from the left
speaker.
Check that the function for the
connected device (“BLUETOOTH,”
“USB” or “AUDIO IN”) is activated.
Distorted sound / Humming
or noise in the system
output
Turn down the volume of the system
and the connected device.
If the connected device has an
equalizer function, set it to off.
Keep the system away from a
microwave oven, wireless LAN, etc.
Bring this system and the BLUETOOTH
device closer together. Remove any
obstacle between this system and the
BLUETOOTH device.
Keep the system away from a TV. Switch the BLUETOOTH connection to
A2DP by operating the BLUETOOTH
device when HFP or HSP is set.
If you connect a device with a built-in
radio or tuner to this system,
broadcasts may not be received, or
sensitivity may be reduced. Locate the
system farther away from the device
and check that you can listen to the
broadcasts satisfactorily.
For BLUETOOTH devices:
Pairing is not possible
Bring this system and the BLUETOOTH
device to within 1 m (3 ft) of each
other.
If the (BLUETOOTH) indicator is not
flashing quickly, press and hold
BLUETOOTH PAIRING on the
system until beeps are heard.
For BLUETOOTH
devices: No voice / Low
voice from recipient
Check that both this system and the
connected device are turned on.
Check that output of the BLUETOOTH
mobile phone is set for the system.
Select HFP or HSP BLUETOOTH
connection by operating the
BLUETOOTH device.
Turn up the volume of the system and
the connected device.
For BLUETOOTH devices:
One-touch connection
(NFC) is not possible
Keep the smartphone close to the
system until the smartphone
responds. If you fail, move the
smartphone slightly on the N marked
part of the system.
Check that the NFC function of the
smartphone is set to on.
Check that the “NFC Easy Connect”
app is displayed on the smartphone.
If the smartphone is in a case, remove
it.
NFC receiving sensitivity depends on
the device. If you fail to connect with a
smartphone by One touch several
times, connect to the system by
on-screen operation.
Alarm does not sound
Check that the alarm indication “” or
“” is properly displayed.
Check that the device set for the alarm
is connected to the system.
Clock is not displayed correctly
When the clock flashes “AM 12:00” or
“0:00” due to a power interruption,
replace the battery with a new one.
If the clock does not employ the
daylight saving time (summer time)
automatically, press and hold OFF and
DISPLAY/ENTER until “ ” and “On”
light up in the display.