Getting Started Using the AR ARS35I Docking Station

Getting Started Using the AR ARS35I Docking Station

Before you Begin 

The first time you dock your iPad/ iPhone/ iPod, you'll be prompted to download the free Acoustic Research Dock Plus App from the iTunes store. You are encouraged to download and install this app (right on your iPad/ iPhone/ iPod) in order to enjoy the wide variety of features which are available with the app.

Notes:

• App is for iPad/iPhone/iPod touch only (iOS 3.0 or higher).
• Note the Acoustic Research Dock Plus App must be running and visible while your iPad/iPhone/iPod is docked in order for many of the additional features such as alarms and FM radio to properly operate. Launch the app by touching the app icon on your iPad/ iPhone/ iPod either just before or just after docking.

Using the AC power adapter: Connect the single plug into the “DC IN” jack on the unit’s back panel. Then, connect the power adapter into the 120V AC outlet.

Before using the Remote Control: The CR2032 lithium battery is already installed in the remote control. Pull out the small mylar insulation tab as shown in the illustration to begin using the remote control.

Note: Make sure that you have removed the mylar insulation tab from the remote control.

Battery Replacement: When the remote operation becomes weak or intermittent, it is time to replace the remote control battery. Pull out the battery holder, remove the old battery and install a new CR2032 battery in the holder as shown in the illustration. Slide the holder back into the remote control.

Connecting External Devices

Complete the connections as shown below:

• VIDEO connection requires a VIDEO cable (not supplied). See “Video Operation” for details.
• AUX connection requires a 3.5mm audio cable (not supplied) to connect your external audio source to the AUX input on the back of the main unit.

Note: The Aux Input is not available when an iPad/ iPhone/ iPod is docked AND the Dock Plus App is not running. To access Aux In, either remove the iPad/iPhone/iPod or launch the Dock Plus App which will then allow the section of the desired source such as FM Radio or Aux In.

General Controls

Main Unit:

• Universal Dock for iPad/iPhone/iPod*
• Power Indicator
• VOLUME(+) Button
• VOLUME(-) Button
• POWER ON/OFF/PLAY/PAUSE Button
• ROTATE Button
• COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y Jack
• COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Pb Jack
• COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Pr Jack
• AUX IN Jack
• DC IN Jack (10 V DC, 3600 mA)

* DO NOT manually force the rotating mechanism for the universal dock. Instead, ONLY use the ROTATE button on either the main unit or the remote control.

Remote Control:

1. Remote Control Transmitter
2. STANDBY / ON Button
3. iPod MENU* and UP/DOWN Buttons
4. SKIP Buttons
5. ROTATE Button
6. SOUND Button
7. VIDEO OUT Button
8. ENTER Button
9. PLAY/PAUSE Button
10. VOLUME + / - Buttons

* The Aux Input is not available when an iPad/ iPhone/ iPod is docked AND the Dock Plus App is not running. To access Aux In, either remove the iPad/iPhone/iPod or launch the Dock Plus App which will then allow the selection of the desired source such as FM Radio or Aux In.

Docking your iPad/iPhone/iPod

This system is equipped with a docking station, so that you can play and charge iPad/ iPhone/ iPod.

Choosing the correct adaptor: When connecting an iPad/iPhone/iPod to this iPod Dock, please ensure that the correct adaptor plate is used. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE iPad/ iPhone/ iPod.

To place a dock adaptor:

1. The iPod dock comes with several removable dock adaptors. Refer to the Dock adapter compatibility chart shown later in this user manual to select the correct dock adaptor for the iPad/ iPhone/iPod.
2. Place the proper adaptor from your iPad/ iPhone/ iPod accessories into the dock and press it into position.
3. Carefully align and then gently insert the iPad/iPhone/iPod into the dock. (The iPad/ iPhone/ iPod must not be in a case or “SKIN”)
4. To remove or replace a dock adaptor, first remove the iPad/ iPhone/ iPod, then grip the adaptor and pull gently upwards.

Docking your iPad/iPhone/iPod: Gently dock your iPad/iPhone/iPod to the 30 pin connector on the front of the unit. Do not force. If you have not already downloaded the free Acoustic Research Dock Plus App from the iTunes App Store, you will see the following message on your iPad/ iPhone/ iPod display: “This accessory requires an application that you do not have installed.” The purpose of this message is to advise you that you must download the Acoustic Research Dock Plus App to enjoy the enhanced features of the unit. However, your iPad/ iPhone/ iPod will work properly with some reduced functionality with the unit even without the app installed.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When you dock your iPad/iPhone/iPod in the dock there may be a slight delay before the system recognizes the device and the main menu is displayed. This is because the system and the docked device must go through an ‘Authentication Process’ before the docked device can accept any commands. THIS IS NORMAL AND IS NOT AN INDICATION OF ANY PROBLEM WITH YOUR SYSTEM.

Charging your iPad/iPhone/iPod: Dock the iPad/iPhone/iPod to the universal dock for iPad/iPhone/iPod to charge the battery. Please make sure you are using the correct adaptor and that it is properly docked into this unit. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY DAMAGE THE iPad/iPhone/iPod.

PLEASE NOTE: iPod Classic models can not be charged with this docking station.