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Features
Product Overview: The DS-A2X Remote Interactive (RI) Dock
for iPod provides an interface between an iPod digital media player and Onkyo
audio-video components and systems. Once an iPod is docked in the DS-A2X, you
can control basic functions such as volume control, play, stop, and skip via
the Onkyo system's RI-compatible wireless remote control. The dock also charges
the iPod's battery. The dock allows you to view digital photos, video, and the
on screen display so you can navigate the iPod's menu.
iPod Compatibility: The DS-A2X is designed for use with iPod
models having a Dock Connector. The DS-A2X features an adaptor wheel that turns
to adjust for the depth of your particular iPod. The DS-A2X currently supports
the following iPod models:
- 5th Generation iPod video (audio and video)
- iPod photo (audio and video)
- 4th Generation iPod (audio only)
- 1st/2nd/3rd/4th Generation iPod nano (audio only)
- iPod mini (audio only)
- iPod classic (audio only)
- 1st/2nd Generation iPod touch (audio only)
- iPhone/iPhone 3G (audio only)
Note: The DS-A2X is not compatible
with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation iPods, the 5th generation
iPod nano, or the iPhone 3GS. The DS-A2X will not charge
the 2nd or 3rd generation iPod touch, iPod nano 4th
generation, or the iPhone 3G.
System Compatibility: Nearly all Onkyo receivers, home theater
systems, and audio systems are compatible with the DS-A2X through their RI (Remote
Interactive) port. Because the DS-A2X includes a remote control and has standard
RCA audio and video outputs, it is actually compatible with any A/V system with
those inputs.
On Screen Display (OSD): The DS-A2X comes with an on-screen
display (OSD) mode that enables you to view track lists (artists, albums, songs,
genres, composers) on your connected display for easy navigation and selection.
In OSD mode, you can browse your iPod using the keys on the dedicated remote
controller. You can choose from four page modes (Small, Medium, Large and Page)
that let you move through your iPod's music library in progressively larger
steps. The OSD also displays information about the track being played such as
playback status, shuffle mode, playback time and total time. You can also choose
the background color of the OSD and set the time at which the screen saver is
activated. The background color for the menu can be set to Black, Magenta, or
two shades each of red, green, or blue. You can specify the time after which
the screen saver engages; 1, 5, or 10 minutes. When the screen saver engages
the menu disappears and the screen goes blank. The screen saver can also be
turned off.
IR Wireless Remote Control: The DS-A2X comes with its own
wireless IR remote controller to control all basic playback functions of the
unit and your iPod. With its simple layout and easy operability, this palm-fitting
remote controller is particularly handy for navigating and selecting your music
through the unit's OSD. The remote controller also brings one-touch control for
random playback of songs or albums; a resume function that will return to the
track being played when the iPod is stopped or removed from the Dock; and a
repeat function for one track or all. The remote controller can also be used
to set its own ID (an option when you have multiple remote controllers as part
of your system) or to select NTSC or PAL for video playback.
Remote Interactive (RI): Remote Interactive (RI) is an
exclusive Onkyo control system that allows RI-compatible Onkyo audio components
to be controlled with a single remote controller. In addition, all components
can be turned on or off together, and the amplifier will automatically turn on
and select the appropriate input source when playback is started on a source
component. You can control your iPod using the Tape, MD, CDR, or HDD/Dock input
source and remote control mode. You must first switch the RI mode switch on the
bottom of the dock to the input source/remote control mode you plan to use.
Onkyo's RI system allows you to use your amp's remote controller to control the
basic functions of your iPod, such as Play, Pause, Fast Forward, Fast Rewind,
Next Song, Previous Song, etc. Depending upon the model of your amp and generation
of iPod, you may also be able to use some of the following advanced functions
through Onkyo's RI system:
- System On/Off: when you turn your amp
on or off, the RI dock and your iPod will turn on or off
accordingly
- Auto Power On: if you press Play on
the remote control while the amp is in Standby, your amp
will automatically turn on and select your iPod as the
input source, then, the iPod will begin playback
- iPod Alarm Clock: use your iPod's
Alarm Clock function to automatically turn on your iPod
and amp at a specified time, the amp's input source will
automatically be set to the input to which your iPod is
connected
- Direct Change: if you start iPod
playback using the remote control while listening to
another input source, your amp will automatically select
the iPod as the input source
- Timer Play: you can use your amp's
Timer function to turn on your amp and iPod and start
playback at a specified time
- Advanced Playback Functions: Shuffle,
Repeat, Backlight, Playlist/Album mode, Next/Previous Playlist,
Next/Previous Album
- Dimmer Link: when you use your amp's
Dimmer function to change its display's brightness, the
brightness of the RI Dock's Power indicator will change
as well
Note on Functions: In most cases,
to use these functions, your iPod must be in the RI
dock, and the RI dock must be connected to your amp
with both an RI cable and an audio cable.
iPod Photo and Video Playback: When the DS-A2X is used with
an iPod photo or 5th Generation iPod, you can enjoy iPod photos and slideshows
with music through your Onkyo audio-video system. Also, the DS-A2X can pass full
motion video from 5th Generation iPods. For photo and/or video playback, you must
connect the dock's video jack to an input on your Onkyo receiver or TV. The DS-A2X
will not only send photos and video to a TV or monitor, it will also send the menu
text display information such as artist, title, or playlists.
Connectors: The DS-A2X Remote Interactive Dock has the following
connections:
- Top of Unit: iPod dock connector
- Back of Unit:
- RI: 3.5mm (1/8") mini
jack for supplied RI cable (mono mini)
- Video Out: Composite video
jack
- Audio Out: Left and right
RCA jacks for supplied RCA audio patch cable
- DC In (5V/1A): Round DC
power connector for supplied AC adapter
