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TuneBase FM
Mount, power, and listen to your iPod mini as you drive
for iPod® mini
User Manual
F8V7097
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Introduction Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the innovative TuneBase FM Mobile Power Cord (the TuneBase FM) from Belkin. This product is designed to mount, stabilize, charge, power, and play your iPod mini as you drive. Please review this User Manual carefully so that you can be sure you’ll get the most from your iPod mini, virtually anywhere you go. Setup instructions 1. Turn your car stereo volume down. 2. Connect the Belkin TuneBase FM to your cigarette lighter adapter in y
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3. Bend and position the flexible-steel neck to a desired position for your iPod mini. 4. Carefully slide your iPod mini into the form-fitted �� ���� cradle at the top of the �� ���� TuneBase FM. The iPod ���� ������� ���� ������� mini will power on if the car battery is on. The iPod mini will go into sleep mode if power is removed from the cigarette lighter or the car is turned off. �� ������� �� ������� ����� ��� ������ � ��� ����� ��� ������ � ��� ����� �� ����� ��
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Power outlet or cigarette lighter adapter Fit ring Power outlet or cigarette lighter adapter Fit ring 5. As an optional user method, connect your cassette adapter or audio cables to the 3.5mm audio-out jack and listen to your iPod mini Connector through your car stereo or portable stereo device. Memory Frequency display indicator Power outlet or cigarette lighter adapter Make sure the ring is positioned properly around Frequency selector Memory the metal contact to ensure proper electrical
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Using the TuneBase FM Transmitter The TuneBase FM transmitter function automatically turns on when the iPod mini is connected and car power is available. It automatically turns off when the iPod mini is removed or car power becomes unavailable. 1. Tune your car stereo frequency to a channel with a weak broadcast signal. The ideal channel is one that is not broadcasting a radio program, or is doing so weakly. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button on the TuneBase to select the transmission frequency c
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Power outlet or cigarette lighter adapter Fit ring Connector Memory Frequency display indicator Make sure the ring is Memory Frequency selector positioned properly around the metal contact to ensure proper electrical connection with the power outlet. NOTE: In some instances, when open frequencies are hard to find, lowering the car antenna (available in some cars) will improve the clarity of the TuneBase FM’s signal. NOTE: To avoid damage to the iPod mini, please make sure to disconnect
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Troubleshooting My iPod does not seem to be charging. Solution 1 Please make sure that the TuneBase is connected to the power outlet of the car correctly. The green indicator light on the cigarette lighteradapter portion of the product should be lit up at all times. Solution 2 Please make sure that the iPod is pushed all the way into the cradle. Solution 3 Please make sure that the power outlet of your car is provided with power. Some cars do not provide power to the power outlet unless the c
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� �� � �� ��� ���� �������� ��� ��� ���� � �� ��� � �� �� ������ ����� ������� ����� ��� The TuneBase and iPod are in the way of ����������� �� ����������� �� ����������� �� ����������� �� my car’s controls. Solution 1 The TuneBase has been designed to be easily positioned in a wide variety of orientations in the car. Please use the gooseneck and the articulation � �� � �� � �� � �� behind the docking cradle to position it away from any controls of the car. Please make sure to position the
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Troubleshooting The Tunebase rotates out of position around the center of the power outlet. Solution 1 Please make sure to solidly attach the cigarette lighter adapter portion of the product in the power outlet. Test the stability by pushing the product sideways before driving. Solution 2 In some cars, the power outlet is bigger in diameter than the cigarette lighter adapter. You will notice a wiggle in the TuneBase when pushing it. In that case, please use the collar provided to decrease a
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Troubleshooting The rubber friction washer is out of position and I cannot insert the cigarette lighter adapter into the car’s power outlet. Solution Please use a clean and empty table for disassembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DO THIS IN THE CAR. Please use pliers to loosen the nut at the end of the cigarette lighter adapter slightly. It is not necessary to unscrew the entire nut. Move the friction washer back into centered position. Use pliers to tighten the nut firmly. I pulled the TuneBase out
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Warning: The TuneBase/ TuneBase FM requires full concentration and bothhands to install. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL THE PRODUCT WHILE DRIVING. Please make sure the product securely and firmly fits into the power outlet of the car before driving. After installation, ensure that the TuneBase does not freely rotate in the power outlet of the car by following the instructions in the user manual. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJUST OR RETRIEVE AN UNSECURED TUNEBASE OR IPOD WHILE DRIVING. Adjust the TuneBa
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FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product: F8V7097 to which this declaration relates: Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
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Belkin Corporation Limited 3-Year Product Warranty Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for three years. If a defect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is returned during the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid, to the authorized Belkin dealer from whom you purchased the product. Proof of purchase may be required. This warranty does not apply if the product has b
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