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All Rights Reserved Printed in China M-99901-080804-C Contents Getting Started 4 In the Box 5 Setting Up HomeDock HD 6 HomeDock HD Connections 6 Connecting HomeDock HD Using an HDMI Cable 7 Connecting HomeDock HD Using the Included AV Cable 8 Connecting HomeDock HD Using an S-Video Cable 8 Viewing the Video Content of Your iPod touch 9 On-Screen Navigation 10 Basic On-Screen Navigation of Your Music and Videos 11 Album Art and Your HomeDock HD 12 HomeDock HD Menus 14 Enjoying Photos + Slideshows 15 Settings + Features 16 Languages 16 Resolution 16 Cataloging Album Art 16 Screen Savers 17 Additional Usage 18 Using HomeDock HD with External Speakers 18 Using HomeDock HD with Other Audio Devices 18 Using HomeDock HD with Standard-Definition Televisions 18 Frequently Asked Questions 19 Tech Specs 22 Service + Support 23 Warranty/FCC Statement/Safety Instructions 24-26 Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the DLO HomeDock HD, bringing the music, videos, podcasts and more from your iPod to life on your high-definition TV. Connecting HomeDock HD to your home entertainment center is a snap. We will get you started in three easy steps: STEP 1 - Set up your HomeDock HD Properly connect the power, audio and video cables to your home entertainment center and remove the plastic strip from your HomeDock HD Remote Control. STEP 2 - Power up Turn on your TV and select the correct input for HomeDock HD. Plugging in your HomeDock HD will turn it on and start the boot-up process, which may take a few minutes. STEP 3 – Dock your iPod, browse and enjoy Dock your iPod, allowing it to pivot back and rest securely against the HomeDock HD support stand. Once your iPod has initialized, use the included RF Remote Control to browse and select your iPod content on TV. NOTE: For detailed information on setting up your HomeDock HD, see Setting Up HomeDock HD [pg.6]. IMPORTANT: On your iPod, ensure that “TV Out” under iPod Video Settings is set to either Ask or On in order to enjoy the video content of your iPod using HomeDock HD. For iPod touch in particular, see Viewing the Video Content of Your iPod touch [pg.9]. In the Box 3 2 1 4 1 3 AC Power Adapter RF Remote Control homedock hd base AV Cable (RCA Composite) 2 4 Setting Up HomeDock HD Your HomeDock HD is ready to use right out of the box with the included AV Cables. For the best high-definition performance, we recommend you connect HomeDock HD to your TV using an HDMI cable (available separately). If you do not have an HDMI-capable television or Home Entertainment Center, there are several optional ways you can connect HomeDock HD: Connect to your TV using S-Video or RCA connections (AV Cable included).• Connect to an AV receiver using S-Video, RCA, or HDMI connections.• Connect to your home stereo or powered speakers without using a TV. See • Using HomeDock HD with External Speakers [pg.18] NOTE: Remove the thin plastic strip on the back of the included RF Remote Control to engage the battery. IMPORTANT: On your iPod, ensure that “TV Out” under iPod Video Settings is set to either Ask or On in order to enjoy the video content of your iPod using HomeDock HD. For iPod touch in particular, see Viewing the Video Content of Your iPod touch [pg.9]. HomeDock HD Connections 6 8 7 5 4 3 2 1 4 1 7 auxiliary audio input ac power input S-video output composite video output rca audio outputs digital audio output [optical] usb connection hdmi output 2 5 8 6 3 Connecting HomeDock HD Using an HDMI Cable Plug the included AC Power Adapter into the back of the HomeDock HD Base, and the other end into 1. any available AC power outlet. Plugging in your HomeDock HD will turn it on and start the boot-up process, which may take a few minutes. Plug an HDMI cable (available separately) into the back of the HomeDock HD base. 2. Either connect the HDMI cable to any available HDMI input on your TV, or connect the HDMI cable to 3. your HDMI-compatible stereo receiver. NOTE: Connecting HomeDock HD via HDMI directly to your TV will route both video and audio through the TV. In order to enjoy the audio over your home stereo system, connect HomeDock HD to your HDMI-compatible stereo receiver, then connect your receiver to your TV via HDMI. You may also choose to connect HomeDock HD to your TV via HDMI, then to your stereo receiver via the Digital Audio Output (appropriate cables available separately). Turn on your TV and/or home stereo and select the correct input(s) for HomeDock HD. At this time, 4. you’ll see a screen on your TV with a DLO logo and a small box of moving squares until your HomeDock HD has finished booting up. Once complete, a “No iPod Connected” screen will appear. Dock your iPod, allowing it to pivot back and rest securely against the HomeDock HD support stand. 5. Once your iPod has initialized, use the included RF Remote Control to browse and select your iPod content on TV. See On-Screen Navigation [pg...