Sony RDP-X50IP Operations, Troubleshooting, Specifications

RDP-X50iP_4-199-673-32(2)_CEF/CEK/AU6
Operations
Remote sensor
Docking Tray
Before using the unit
To turn on/off the power
Press  (power).
The  (power) button indicator will light up in green
when the unit is turned on.
To adjust the volume
Press VOLUME +/− (VOL +/− on the remote).
Tips
The volume range is adjustable between 0 and 30.
When turning on the power, the last volume setting is resumed.
The volume will be suitably lowered automatically, if the last volume
setting is too loud.
The  (power) button indicator flashes three times when the
sound is set to either maximum or minimum volume.
To reinforce the bass sound
Press MEGA BASS.
The MEGA BASS indicator lights up.
You can achieve high quality bass sound. To return to
normal sound, press the button again.
Power management system
After playback of the iPod (or component connected to
AUDIO IN jack) has finished, if no operation is
performed for about 30 minutes, the unit will
automatically turn off.
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On copyrights
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
“Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an
electronic accessory has been designed to connect
specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been
certified by the developer to meet Apple performance
standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of
this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory
standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with
iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.
To use this unit as a battery charger
for your iPod
You can use the unit as a battery charger for your iPod.
Charging begins when the iPod is connected to the unit.
The charging status appears in the display of iPod. For
details, see the user’s guide of your iPod.
Connecting optional
components
You can enjoy the sound from an optional component
such as a portable digital music player through the
speakers of this unit. Be sure to turn off the power of
each component before making any connections. For
details, refer to the instruction manual of the component
to be connected.
1 Connect the AUDIO IN jack on the back of the unit
to the line output jack of the portable digital music
player or other component firmly using an audio
connecting cable.
2 Press  (power) to turn on the unit.
3 Turn the connected component on.
4 Press AUDIO IN.
The AUDIO IN indicator lights up.
The sound from the connected component is output
from the speakers of this unit.
AUDIO IN DC IN 20V
Audio connecting
cable (supplied)
To external
equipment
Notes
Refer also to the connected equipment’s manual.
The supplied audio connecting cable may not be usable with some
external equipment. In this case, use a cord suitable for the external
equipment you are using.
If the volume level is low, adjust the volume of the unit first. If the
volume is still too low, adjust the volume of the connected
equipment.
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1 Attach the adapter for your iPod/iPhone.
2 Set your iPod/iPhone in the Docking Tray.
Tip
Remove the case or cover from your iPod before setting it in the tray
to ensure a stable connection.
3 Press  (direct power-on).
The iPod begins to play back.
You can operate the connected iPod by this unit or the
iPod buttons.
To Press
Turn off the iPod Press and hold .
Pause playback 
To resume play, press it
again.
Go to the next track  (forward)
Go back to the previous
track  (backward)*1
Locate a point while
listening to the sound  (forward) or
 (backward) while
playing and hold it until
you find the point.
Locate a point while
observing the display on
iPod
 (forward) or
 (backward) in pause
and hold it until you find
the point then press .
Go back to the previous
menu
MENU*2
Select a menu item or a
track for playback  (up)/ (down)*2
Execute the selected menu
item or begin playback
ENTER*2
*1 During playback, this operation returns to the
beginning of the current track. To go back to the
previous track, press twice.
*2 These operations are available only when using the
supplied remote commander.
Notes
When placing or removing the iPod, hold the iPod at the same angle
as that of the connector on this unit, and do not twist or bend the
iPod as connector damage may result.
Do not carry the unit with an iPod set on the Docking Tray. Doing
so may cause a malfunction.
When placing or removing the iPod, hold the Docking Tray
securely.
Before disconnecting the iPod, pause playback.
If the battery of your iPod is extremely low, charge it for a while
before operation.
An iPod touch/iPhone will not work unless it is turned on. Be sure
to turn on the power of iPod touch/iPhone before operation.
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Operating an iPod
You can enjoy audio from iPod by setting it in the
Docking Tray of this unit.
When setting an iPod in the unit, be sure to use the
supplied universal dock adapter with your iPod or
commercially available products from Apple Inc.
If you are using an iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS or
iPhone 4, attach the supplied universal dock adapter for
iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 before
connecting.
The adapter number, ,  or , is shown on the
underside of the supplied universal dock adapters.  is
for the iPhone,  is for the iPhone 3G & iPhone 3GS
and  is for the iPhone 4. Check the adapter number
before use.
Universal Dock Adapter
 
Notes
To use an iPod, refer to the user’s guide of your iPod.
The connector of the unit is exclusively for use with an iPod. If you
use a device that does not match the connector, connect it to the
AUDIO IN jack of this unit with the supplied audio connecting
cable.
Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded on
an iPod is lost or damaged when using an iPod connected to this
unit.
For details of environmental conditions for operating your iPod,
check the website of Apple Inc.
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Troubleshooting
General
The power is not on.
Make sure the AC power cord is connected to the wall outlet firmly.
There is no audio.
Adjust VOLUME +/− (VOL +/− on the remote).
Noise is heard.
Ensure that the unit is not in the vicinity of in-use portable phones,
etc.
The  (power) button indicator flashes.
If the unit often turns off automatically after flashing, even though
the AC power cord is reconnected, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
iPod
There is no audio.
Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.
Operation is not performed.
Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.
The iPod cannot be charged.
Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.
Audio in
Make sure the Audio connecting cable is connected firmly.
Remote
The remote does not function.
Replace the battery in the remote commander with a new one if it is
weak.
Make sure that you are pointing the remote at the remote sensor on
the unit.
Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote and the unit.
Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to strong light such as
direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light.
Move closer to the unit when using the remote.
If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Specifications
Section for iPod
DC out: 5V
MAX: 500mA
General
Speaker
Approx. 7.6 cm dia. 4 Ω
Input
AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack)
Power output
20 W + 20 W (at 1% harmonic distortion)
External power source
DC IN 20V
Dimensions
Approx. 356.0 mm × 158.1 mm × 151.9 mm (w/h/d)
Mass
Approx. 1.8 kg
Supplied accessories
Remote commander (1)
AC power adaptor (1)
AC power cord (1)
Audio connecting cable (1)
Universal Dock Adapter for iPhone (1)
Universal Dock Adapter for iPhone 3G & iPhone 3GS (1)
Universal Dock Adapter for iPhone 4 (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Compatible iPod/iPhone
models
Compatible iPod/iPhone models are as follows. Update
your iPod/iPhone to use the latest software before you
use it.
iPod nano
3rd generation
(video)
iPod classic
iPod
4th generation
iPod touch
1st generation
iPhone 4
iPhone
iPod nano
1st generation
iPod
4th generation
(color display)
iPhone 3G
iPod nano
4th generation
(video)
iPod touch
2nd generation
iPod nano
2nd generation
(aluminum)
iPod
5th generation
(video)
iPod mini
iPod nano
5th generation
(video camera)
iPhone 3GS
iPod touch
3rd generation
Notes
In these Operating Instructions, “iPod” is used as a general reference
to iPod functions on an iPod or iPhone, unless otherwise specified
by the text or illustrations.
The connector of the unit is solely for use with an iPod. If you use
devices that do not have the same connector, connect to the AUDIO
IN jack of this unit with the supplied audio connecting cable.
Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to
an iPod is lost or damaged when using an iPod connected to this
unit.
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AUDIO IN
indicator
MEGA BASS
indicator
VOLUME + (VOL + on the remote) and  buttons have a tactile dot.