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Operation
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PLAYING AN MP3 PLAYER (or other portable device)
If you are using an MP3 player or other portable audio device, you
can play it through the HCR500 via the Aux-in connector located on
the back of the clock radio.
1. Plug one end of the connection cable (not included) into the
headphone jack on your audio device.
2. Plug the other end of the connection cable into the Aux-in located
on the back of the clock radio.
3. Press the Radio ON/OFF button to turn the radio on.
4. Press the iPod #5 preset button.
5. Turn on and play the external audio device.
Troubleshooting
POSSIBLE
SYMPTOM
PROBLEM
Unit does not
AC adapter not
turn on.
plugged into working
wall outlet or not
plugged into the
power supply jack,
located on the back
of the unit.
Battery Low icon
Batteries weak or not
displayed.
installed properly.
5/10/10
4:10 PM
SOLUTION
Plug AC adapter into
working wall outlet
and plug connector
into supply jack on
the unit.
Replace with new
batteries and/or
check to ensure
+ and – ends match
the diagram in the
battery compartment.
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Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM
iPod does not play.
No sound from
clock radio
iPod did not charge.
Noise or static
Care and Cleaning
Unplug clock radio and wipe with a dry cloth.
Do not leave clock radio in direct sunlight or in hot, dusty, or humid
areas. Avoid placing near heating vents or heating appliances.
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POSSIBLE
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
iPod not connected
Ensure nothing is
properly or software
obstructing iPod
is too old.
connector. Unplug
and reconnect.
Upgrade software
on iPod. Visit
www.apple.com
or iTunes on your
computer.
Volume may be set
Adjust the volume
too low.
button to turn up the
radio.
iPod not connected
Ensure nothing is
properly.
obstructing iPod
connector. Unplug
and reconnect.
Fluorescent lamps
Move unit away
and other electrical
from the source of
appliances may
interference.
cause radio interfer-
ence or static.
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