Brookstone Slimline Music System

Warnings and Cautions

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

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

The lightning flash with arrow-head symbol [high-voltage symbol] within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the unit's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

Portable Cart Warning

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Note:

1. Important safety instructions shall be provided with each appliance. These safety instructions may be in the form of a separate booklet, separate sheet or part of the instruction manual.
2. If being included in the instruction manual, the safety instructions shall be located before any operating instructions.
3. These instructions shall be entitled "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS".
4. The safety instructions shall include, as applicable to the particular apparatus, the information and warnings listed before. The wording is capable of being supplemented, although not replaced, by drawing or cartoons.
5. The symbol shall be shown adjacent to the text of Important Safety Instructions.

CAUTION

• The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on apparatus.
• The main plug is used to disconnect the device if you do not want the unit to remain readily operable. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the main plug, it should be pulled from the socket completely.
• Battery should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
• Special requirement for an apparatus (and remote control) used with a replaceable lithium battery. The following warning statement should be close to the battery or in both the instruction manual and the service instruction.

WARNING

1. Keep away from children. This is not a toy.
2. Use this unit only for its intended use as described in this manual.
3. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
4. Never drop or insert an object into any opening.
5. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plug outlets, convenience receptacles and the point where it exits the unit.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

• Dispose of old batteries properly. Do not dispose of old batteries in a fire.
• Do not leave batteries where a child or pet could play with or swallow them. If a battery is swallowed, contact a physician immediately.
• The battery may explode if mistreated. Do not attempt to recharge or disassemble.
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type. Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries, or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.

FCC INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This equipment may not cause harmful interference.
2. This equipment must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may void the user's authority to operate this device.

Location of Parts and Controls

(FRONT)

Diagram Description: A front view of the Slimline Music System. The system features two large speaker grilles on the left and right. In the center, there is a dock for an iPod/iPhone. Below the dock is a control panel. The diagram labels the following parts:

• 1. Front Speakers (4)
• 2. iPod®/iPhone® Backrest
• 3. Control Panel
• 4. Signal LED
• 5. 30-Pin Connector
• 6. Light Bars (2)

(BACK)

Diagram Description: A rear view of the Slimline Music System. The diagram labels the following parts:

• 1. Wall Mounts (2)
• 2. Rear Speakers (2)
• 3. Reset Button
• 4. AUX-1 3.5mm Line-in
• 5. DC 18V, 2A power input

(CONTROL PANEL)

Diagram Description: A close-up view of the control panel on the front of the unit. The diagram labels the following parts:

• 1. Power Button
• 2. Volume Up Button
• 3. Volume Down Button
• 4. 30-Pin Connector
• 5. Light Button
• 6. EQ Button
• 7. Connect Button
• 8. iPod/iPhone Backrest

(JACKS - BACK)

Diagram Description: A view of the rear jacks on the unit. The diagram labels the following:

• 1. AUX 2 Input Jacks (Left and Right)
• 2. Component Video Output (Red, Blue and Green)
• 3. Composite Video Output (Yellow)

(REMOTE)

Diagram Description: An illustration of the remote control. The diagram labels the following parts:

• 1. Signal Strength indicator
• 2. Display Screen showing menu options (Speaker, iPod, Aux-1, Aux-2, Speaker Settings, Sleep Timer, Now Playing)
• 3. UP Button
• 4. SEL (Select) Button
• 5. DOWN Button
• 6. MENU Button
• 7. BACKWARD Button
• 8. - Volume Button
• 9. + Volume Button
• 10. FORWARD Button
• 11. PLAY/PAUSE Button
• 12. Battery Compartment (on back)

Operation

REMOTE BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Remove the BATTERY COMPARTMENT cover, located on the back of the remote control.
2. Insert 2 AAA batteries according to the polarity indicators inside the compartment.
3. Replace and secure the BATTERY COMPARTMENT cover.

CONNECTING THE MAIN UNIT

Connect the Power Adapter to the DC jack on the back of the unit and then plug the Power Adapter into an electrical outlet.

DOCKING YOUR iPod

1. Pull the 30-pin connector towards you until it locks into position.
2. Insert your iPod/iPhone.
3. Push back on iPod/iPhone until it rests on the backrest.
4. "Accessory Connected" will appear on your iPod/iPhone screen.

"Connected to" screens:

• For iPod 4th Gen and 5th Gen nano: “Attached to Accessory"
• For iPod classic: “OK to Disconnect"
• For iPod touch/iPhone: “Accessory Connected" (it may be necessary to press "iPod” on the iPhone or “Music” or “Video” on the iPod touch to activate the "Accessory Connected" screen)

Your iPod/iPhone will charge when docked into the speaker in "Power On" and "Standby Mode."

Note: If the remote to speaker response seems very slow, other wireless products in the area may be causing interference. The remote can be manually synced to the speaker to try and find a clearer channel. See pages 18-19 for manual sync instructions.

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Turn the Speaker On/Off.

ON: Press the POWER button on the speaker to turn the speaker on, or press any button to wake the remote. “Turn Speaker On?" will appear on the remote display. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight YES and press the SEL button.

OFF: Press the POWER button, or press and hold the PLAY/PAUSE button on the remote, to turn the speaker off.

I want to wake the Remote.

Press any button to wake the remote. The remote will go to sleep after 10 seconds if no buttons are pressed.

Play Music.

1. Turn speaker on.
2. Dock iPod/iPhone.
3. Confirm iPod/iPhone is connected to speaker (the iPod/iPhone “Accessory Connected" screen will display).
4. From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight IPOD and press the SEL button.

Play Music (continued).

Your iPod/iPhone menu will appear on the remote screen. Use the UP/DOWN, SEL, MENU, FORWARD, BACK and PLAY/PAUSE buttons on the remote to control your iPod/iPhone.

Helpful Hint: To resume playback after docking the iPod/iPhone or turning the speaker on, press PLAY/PAUSE on the remote or use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight NOW PLAYING from the main menu and press SEL.

Note: Press the MENU button on the remote to return to the previous menu at anytime.

Note: While your iPod/iPhone is docked in the speaker, your iPod controls (on the iPod or iPhone) are suspended.

Go to track "Now Playing.”

From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight NOW PLAYING and press the SEL button. The current track will appear on the remote screen.

Note: Press the MENU button on the remote to return to the previous menu at any time.

Repeat and/or Shuffle songs or albums.

From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight IPOD and press the SEL button. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight IPOD SETTINGS and press the SEL button.

Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight SHUFFLE and press the SEL button. Use the SEL button to scroll between Songs, Albums, or Off.

Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight REPEAT and press the SEL button. Use the SEL button to scroll between One, All, Off.

Access all the songs on my iPod/iPhone.

From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight IPOD and press the SEL button. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight MUSIC and press the SEL button.

Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight PLAYLISTS and press the SEL button. Your iPod/iPhone is listed within your Playlists. For example, it may be called "Jeff's iPod” (if you named it) or it might have the default name.

Change the Volume.

Press the +/- buttons on the main unit or the remote control to adjust the volume.

Change the EQ setting on the speaker.

From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight SPEAKER SETTINGS and press the SEL button. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight EQ SETTINGS and press the SEL button to scroll between Flat, Movie, Pop, Jazz and Rock EQ settings.

Or use the EQ button on the speaker to scroll between Flat, Movie, Pop, Jazz and Rock EQ settings. Choice will display on remote under EQ settings.

Note: Press the MENU button on the remote to return to the previous menu at any time.

Change the Light Bar brightness setting on the speaker.

Use the LIGHT button on the speaker to scroll between Off, Dim, Normal and Bright Light Bar settings.

Or from the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight SPEAKER SETTINGS and press the SEL button. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight LIGHTING and press the SEL button to scroll between Off, Dim, Normal and Bright Light Bar settings.

Note: Press the MENU button on the remote to return to the previous menu at any time.

Set the Sleep Timer on the speaker.

From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight SLEEP TIMER and press the SEL button to scroll between 15 min, 30 min, 45 min, 60 min, or Off.

Note: Press the Menu button on the remote to return to the previous menu at any time.

Manually sync the remote and speaker.

1. Turn speaker on.
2. Dock iPod/iPhone.
3. Confirm iPod/iPhone is connected to speaker (the iPod/iPhone “Accessory Connected" screen will display).
4. From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight SPEAKER SETTINGS and press the SEL button.
5. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight SYNC REMOTE and press the SEL button.
6. Make sure the remote is close to and pointed directly at the front of the speaker.
7. Press and hold the CONNECT button on the speaker (approximately 3-4 seconds) until the blue LED on the front of the speaker starts flashing.
8. Release the CONNECT button and press SEL on the remote once (these instructions are also on the remote screen). During the Sync mode, the blue LED will continue to flash and “Sync in progress” will be on the remote screen. Keep the remote close to and pointed directly at the front of the speaker. The Sync mode may take several seconds. When the Sync process is complete, the blue LED will stop flashing but remain lit and "Sync Complete” will appear on the remote. The remote and iPod/iPhone are now synced.
9. Note: When the speaker is searching for the remote or if there is no signal, the LED on the front of the speaker will blink slowly.
10. Note: Press the MENU button on the remote to return to the previous menu at any time.

Play an alternate audio source through the speaker using the AUX 1 input.

Plug one end of a 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable (not included) into the AUX 1 input on the rear of the speaker and the other end into the 3.5mm output on the alternate audio source.

From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight AUX-1 and press the SEL button. The audio from the alternate source will play through the speaker.

Note: The remote will not control the alternate audio source.

Helpful Hint: Press Play/Pause on the remote to mute the speaker while in AUX In mode.

Play an alternate audio source through the speaker using the AUX 2 input.

Plug one end of an RCA cable (not included) into the AUX 2 input on the rear of the speaker and the other end into the Right and Left outputs on the alternate audio source.

From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight AUX-2 and press the SEL button. The audio from the alternate source will play through the speaker.

Note: The remote will not control the alternate audio source.

Helpful Hint: Press Play/Pause on the remote to mute the speaker while in AUX In mode.

Play a movie from my iPod/iPhone on my TV using the speaker with a component (Y/Pr/Pb) video cable.

1. Confirm your iPod/iPhone TV Out setting is “On” (for classic and nano only--you can find this setting in your Video settings menu).
2. Turn speaker on.
3. Dock the iPod/iPhone.
4. Confirm iPod/iPhone is connected to speaker (the iPod/iPhone “Accessory Connected" screen will display).
5. Plug one end of a component video cable (not included) into the Y/Pr/Pb input on the rear of the speaker and the other end into the Y/Pr/Pb output on your TV.
6. From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight IPOD and press the SEL button. Your iPod/iPhone menu will appear on the remote screen.
7. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight IPOD SETTINGS and press the SEL button.
8. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight VIDEO OUT. Press SEL to scroll and choose the "Y/Pr/Pb" setting.
9. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight TV SIGNAL. Press SEL to scroll and choose your TV setting.
10. Press MENU to return to your iPod/iPhone menu screen.
11. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight VIDEOS and press the SEL button.
12. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight the video you would like to play and press SEL to play the video.

Play a movie from my iPod/iPhone on my TV using the speaker with a composite (C/V) video cable.

1. Confirm your iPod/iPhone TV Out setting is “On” (for classic and nano only--you can find this setting in your Video settings menu.)
2. Turn speaker on.
3. Dock iPod/iPhone.
4. Confirm iPod/iPhone is connected to speaker (the "Accessory Connected” iPod/iPhone screen will display).
5. Plug one end of a composite video cable (not included) into the C/V input on the rear of the speaker and the other end into the C/V output on your TV.
6. From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight IPOD and press the SEL button. Your iPod's menu will appear on the remote screen.
7. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight IPOD SETTINGS and press the SEL button.
8. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight VIDEO OUT. Press SEL to scroll and choose the "C/V" setting.
9. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight TV SIGNAL. Press SEL to scroll and choose your TV setting.
10. Press MENU to return to your iPod's menu screen.
11. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight VIDEOS and press the SEL button.
12. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight the video you would like to play and press SEL to play the video.

Play a video taken with my iPhone 3GS on my TV using the speaker with a component (Y/Pr/Pb) video cable.

1. Turn speaker on.
2. Dock iPhone.
3. Plug one end of a component video cable (not included) into the Y/Pr/Pb input on the rear of the speaker and the other end into the Y/Pr/Pb output on your TV.
4. From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight IPOD and press the SEL button. Your iPhone menu will appear on the remote screen.
5. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight IPOD SETTINGS and press the SEL button.
6. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight VIDEO OUT. Press SEL to scroll and choose the "Y/Pr/Pb" setting.
7. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight TV SIGNAL. Press SEL to scroll and choose your TV setting.
8. Press the Home button on the iPhone.
9. Select “Photos” on the iPhone.
10. Select the camera video you would like to play on your TV.
11. Press Play on the iPhone screen.

Play a video taken with my iPhone 3GS on my TV using the speaker with a composite (C/V) video cable.

1. Turn speaker on.
2. Dock iPhone.
3. Plug one end of a composite (C/V) video cable (not included) into the C/V input on the rear of the speaker and the other end into the C/V output on your TV.
4. From the Main Menu screen on the remote, use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight IPOD and press the SEL button. Your iPhone's menu will appear on the remote screen.
5. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight IPOD SETTINGS and press the SEL button.
6. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight VIDEO OUT. Press SEL to scroll and choose the "C/V" setting.
7. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight TV SIGNAL. Press SEL to scroll and choose your TV setting.
8. Press the Home button on the iPhone.
9. Select “Photos” on the iPhone.
10. Select the camera video you would like to play on your TV.
11. Press Play on the iPhone screen.

Specifications

Speaker Specifications:

• Total: 30W output (15W/Channel)
• Full range: 50mm Driver/Channel
• Woofer: 70mm Driver/Channel
• Passive Radiator: 118 x 92mm/Channel
• Distortion: <= 10%
• S/N ratio: >65dB@1W
• Frequency Response: 100Hz - 16k Hz
• Provided Power Adaptor: 18VDC @ 1.5A

RF Remote Control Specifications:

• LCD Type: CSTN LCD Display
• LCD Size: 30mm x 30mm
• LCD Resolution: 128 x 128 Pixel (Dot Matrix)
• LCD Color: 56K Color
• RF Signal: 2.4G Digital
• RF Signal Distance: 10m Line-of-Sight (Open Area)

Compatibility

iPod:

• iPod touch (1st and 2nd generation)
• iPod classic
• iPod nano (4th and 5th generation)

iPhone:

• iPhone 3GS
• iPhone 3G
• iPhone

Troubleshooting

One (1) Year Limited Warranty

Brookstone® warrants this product against defects in materials and/or workmanship under normal use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (“Warranty Period”). If a defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, at its option, Brookstone will either 1) repair the defect at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, or 2) replace the product with a new product that is at least functionally equivalent to the original product, or 3) provide a store credit in the amount of the purchase price of the original product.

A replacement product or part, including a user-installable part installed in accordance with instructions provided by Brookstone, assumes the remaining warranty of the original product. When a product or part is exchanged, any replacement item becomes your property and the replaced item becomes Brookstone's property. When a store credit is given, the original product must be returned to Brookstone and becomes Brookstone's property.

Obtaining Service:

To obtain warranty service, call Brookstone Limited Warranty Service at 1-800-292-9819. Please be prepared to describe the product that needs service and the nature of the problem. A purchase receipt is required. All repairs and replacements must be authorized in advance. Service options, parts availability and response times will vary. You are responsible for delivery and the cost of delivery of the product or any parts to the authorized service center for replacement, per our instructions.

Limits and Exclusions:

Coverage under this Limited Warranty is limited to the United States of America, including the District of Columbia and the U.S. Territories of Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This Limited Warranty applies only to products manufactured for Brookstone that can be identified by the “Brookstone” trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them or their packaging. The Limited Warranty does not apply to any non-Brookstone products. Manufacturers or suppliers other than Brookstone may provide their own warranties to the purchaser, but Brookstone, in so far as permitted by law, provides these products “as is”.

This warranty does not apply to: a) damage caused by failure to follow instructions relating to product's use or the installation of components; b) damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, fire, floods, earthquake or other external causes; c) damage caused by service performed by anyone who is not a representative of Brookstone; d) accessories used in conjunction with a covered product; e) a product or part that has been modified to alter functionality or capability; f) items intended to be periodically replaced by the purchaser during the normal life of the product including, without limitation, batteries or light bulbs; g) any product sold “as is” including, without limitation, floor demonstration models and refurbished items; or h) a product that is used commercially or for a commercial purpose.

BROOKSTONE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, BROOKSTONE DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTIES AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS. IF BROOKSTONE CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, THEN TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY.

Some states disallow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

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