Features
Overview: The Cambridge Audio iD50 iPod Docking Station enables you to
play your iPod's or iPhone's stored music and video files through your home stereo system
and connected television, while
also charging the iPod/iPhone's battery.
Universal Add-on Dock: The Cambridge Audio iD50 iPod docking station
is a universal add-on iPod dock which can connect to any home stereo system that
features stereo RCA input and any television with either a composite or S-video
input.
Quasi-Differential Noise Cancelling Technology: The Cambridge Audio
iD50 utilizes Quasi-Differential Noise Cancelling Technology with audiophile
quality buffered audio outputs for optimal sound
quality.
iPod Dock Connector: The Cambridge Audio iD50 iPod docking station
features an integrated iPod dock connector which allows you to connect your
Apple iPod or iPhone. The iD50 supports audio playback, video output, on-screen
display, remote control, and
charging of your docked iPod/iPhone.
Note: The iD50 includes 3 iPod
dock adapter inserts. If the included dock adapters do not fit your
iPod/iPhone, use
the docking adapter that came with your iPod/iPhone or purchase one through
the Apple Online Store. "Airplane Mode" is recommended when docking the
iPhone.
Audio Playback: The iD50 supports audio playback of your
docked iPod/iPhone's music, podcast, and audiobook files when connected to your
home stereo system.
Video Output: In addition to playing audio, the iD50 can
output video from supported iPods/iPhones. Video playback from compatible iPod/iPhones
is possible via the iD50's composite or S-video outputs. When a video-enabled
iPod/iPhone is docked and playing, video is routed to the unit's composite and
S-video outputs on the rear-panel and output to your connected television.
On-Screen Display: The unit's video output also provides an
on-screen display for your iPod/iPhone, allowing you to browse your
iPod/iPhone's audio/video content much easier via the included remote control.
When you use the device's on-screen display to navigate your iPod's or iPhone's
audio/video content, the iPod/iPhone's clickwheel or touchscreen will be
disabled. The on-screen menu offers the following navigation functions.
- Music: Browse your iPod/iPhone's music by Playlist, Artist,
Album, Song, Podcast, Genre, or Composer.
- Video: Browse your iPod/iPhone's videos by Movies, Music Videos,
TV Shows, Video Podcasts, or Rentals.
- Playback Modes: You can select Shuffle (Tracks/Albums) or Repeat
(Track/All) modes.
Remote Control: The Cambridge Audio iD50 iPod dock includes an IR
remote control for wireless operation of your connected iPod/iPhone. Using the
IR remote control, you can navigate your iPod/iPhone's menu and select
audio/video files by
Playlist or Category. You can also select playback functions, such as
Play/Pause, Fast-Forward/Rewind, Skip (previous/next), and Shuffle/Repeat. You
can also continue to use your iPod/iPhone's clickwheel or touchscreen to control
playback.
Note: The remote operates off of a single CR2032 3V
"coin-type" lithium battery (included).
Battery Charging:
The Cambridge Audio iD50 charges your iPod or iPhone while connected. You can
disable battery charging to improve overall sound quality.
Note: If your iPod/iPhone has no initial battery charge,
then the unit will not recognize it and the on-screen display will read
"Please remove iPod".
iPod/iPhone Compatibility Chart: The Cambridge Audio iD50
iPod docking station is "Made for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the
following iPod/iPhone model features (as of 1/5/2012):
|
iPod/iPhone Model |
Generation |
Tested Version |
Media Type |
Control Type |
Display Type |
Charge |
|
Audio |
Video Out |
Remote |
iPod/iPhone |
Song/Artist Text |
Track Info |
|
dock connector |
3rd |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
clickwheel
color |
4th |
3.1.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
mini |
1st |
1.4.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
| 2nd |
1.4.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
video |
5th |
1.3 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
classic |
80GB |
1.1.2 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
120GB |
2.0.1 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
160GB |
2.0.4 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
nano |
1st |
1.3.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
2nd |
1.1.3 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
3rd |
1.1.3 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
4th |
1.0.4 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
5th |
1.0.2 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
6th |
1.1 PC |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
touch |
1st |
2.2.1 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
2nd |
4.2.1 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
3rd |
5.0.1 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
4th |
5.0.1 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
iPhone |
2G |
3.1.3 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
3G |
4.2.1 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
3GS |
4.3.5 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
4 |
5.0.1 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
|
4S |
5.0.1 |
Y |
Composite
S-video |
Y |
Y |
On-Screen Display |
On-Screen Display |
Y |
Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may
change functionality results. If you download a newer software
version, you may need to reset the device and your iPod/iPhone to
regain functionality. If this doesn't work, you may need to revert
to the older software version or wait until a newer software update
is available.
3.5mm Remote Terminal: For
custom installation use, connect the iD50 to an external multi-room control
system, using a stereo minijack-to-RS232 D9 cable.
Power Requirements: The Cambridge Audio iD50 iPod dock operates off of
standard household AC current (100-240V~50/60Hz)
, using the supplied AC power adapter (7.5V DC, 1.25A). The iD50 also includes
three interchangeable AC plugs (US/UK/EU).
