Sony RDP-V20IP User Manual

RDP-V20iP [GB] 

4-288-623

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You can use the system as a battery charger for your iPod 

when the power is supplied by the AC adaptor.

Charging begins when the iPod is connected to the 

system. The charging status is displayed on the iPod. For 

details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with 

the iPod.

POWER indicator (green)

 Turns on when the system is turned on, and turns 

off when the system is turned off.

BOOST indicator (amber)

 Turns on/off repeatedly when you press BASS 

BOOST.

  When turned on: Emphasizes the bass sound 

effect.

  When turned off: Reproduces normal sound.
BATT indicator (amber)

 Turns on when you use the system with the 

rechargeable battery, and turns off when you use it 

with the AC adaptor.

 Flashes repeatedly when the rechargeable battery 

becomes depleted.

CHG indicator (red)

 Turns on when the rechargeable battery is being 

charged, and turns off when charging is complete.

Note
 When all indicators on the system flash repeatedly, the 

system enters protected mode. For details, see “System 

protection mode.”

Before using the supplied remote commander for the first 

time, remove the insulation film.

Aim the remote commander at the   (remote sensor) of 

the system.

The POWER indicator (green) flashes when the remote 

commander’s signal is received.

Some buttons may not work when playing an audio input 

device connected to the AUDIO IN jack.

The VOL + and  buttons have a tactile dot.

/ (power)*

 Turns the system on/off. The POWER indicator 

(green) lights up when the system is turned on.

 (play/pause)

 Starts playing an iPod. Press again to pause/

resume playback.

 Press and hold to turn off the iPod.

 (forward)

 Goes to the next track.

 Press and hold during playback to locate a desired 

point.

 Press and hold while paused and observe the 

display on the iPod to locate a desired point.

 (backward)

 Goes back to the previous track. During playback, 

this operation returns to the beginning of the 

current track. To go back to the previous track 

during playback, press twice.

 Press and hold during playback to locate a desired 

point.

 Press and hold while paused and observe the 

display on the iPod to locate a desired point.

/

 Select a menu item or a track for playback.
MENU
 Goes back to the previous menu.

 Press and hold to go back to the main menu.
ENTER
 Executes the selected menu item or starts 

playback.

BASS BOOST
 Press to obtain a heavy bass sound effect. The 

BOOST indicator (amber) lights up. To disable the 

effect, press the button again. The indicator turns 

off.

VOL +/−
 Adjusts the volume.

*  When using the rechargeable battery, press / to turn 

on the system. The / button on the remote 
commander can turn on the system only when the AC 
adaptor is used.

Note
 Some operations may differ or may not be available 

between iPod models.

Under normal conditions, the battery will last 

approximately 1 year. (The service life may be shorter, 

depending on the conditions of use.) When the battery 

becomes weak, the range of the remote commander 

becomes shorter. Replace the battery with a new CR2025 

lithium battery.

the + side facing up

Note
 If you are not going to use the remote commander for a 

long time, remove the battery to avoid any damage that 

may be caused by leakage and corrosion.

The compatible iPod/iPhone models (as of October 2011) 

are as follows.
Note
 Update the software of your iPod/iPhone to the latest 

version before using it with this system.

iPod touch (4th generation)

iPod touch (3rd generation)

iPod touch (2nd generation)

iPod nano (6th generation*)

iPod nano (5th generation)

iPod nano (4th generation)

iPod nano (3rd generation)

iPod classic

iPhone 4

iPhone 3GS

iPhone 3G

*   The iPod nano (6th generation) cannot be controlled by 

remote when the command of “MENU”, “”, “”, and 

“ENTER” is pressed.

 iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are 

trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other 

countries.

“Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an 

electronic accessory has been designed to connect 

specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been 

certified by the developer to meet Apple performance 

standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of 

this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory 

standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with 

iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.
Note
 This system is not specified for use with an iPad.

The attachment is set to the Dock of the system for 

supporting the iPod. Check the attachment number below 

compatible with your iPod, and change attachments if 

needed. The attachment number is indicated on the 

bottom of the attachment. The number “1” attachment is 

set to the system by default.
Example

Rear of the attachment

Attachment number

1

iPod classic (160 GB)
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 3G

2

iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPod touch (2nd generation)
iPod nano (6th generation)
iPod classic (120 GB) 
iPod classic (80 GB) 
iPhone 4

3

iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod nano (5th generation)
iPod nano (4th generation)
iPod nano (3rd generation)

  Pull the levers () of the attachment toward 

each other to remove the projections of the 

bottom of the attachment ().

  Hold both ends of the attachment, and pull 

out the attachment upward ().



  Align the projections of the rear of the new 

attachment to the corresponding indentations 

of the Dock. Align () before ().





Rear of the attachment










  Align the projections of the bottom of the 

attachment () to the corresponding 

indentations of the Dock, and push 

downward.

  Connect an iPod to the system. 

Insert the iPod along the angle of the Dock 

connector.

Notes
 Before connecting the iPod, remove any cover or 

case from it.

 If a pop-up message appears on the display of the 

iPod touch and iPhone, see “About App.”

  Press / to turn on the system. 

The POWER indicator (green) lights up.

Note
 When using the rechargeable battery, press / to 

turn on the system. The / button on the remote 

commander can turn on the system only when the 

AC adaptor is used.

  Minimize the volume of the system by 

pressing VOL – until the POWER indicator 

(green) flashes 3 times in a row.

  Press  or operate your iPod to start 

playback. 

Support the iPod with your hand when 

operating the iPod connected to the system.

Note
 Depending on the status of the iPod, the  button 

on the system or on the remote commander may not 

work. If so, operate the iPod to start playback.

  Press VOL +/– to adjust the volume.

Notes
 Only the audio playback function of an iPod is 

supported by the system.

 An iPod touch/iPhone will not work unless it is turned 

on. Be sure to turn on the power of the iPod touch/

iPhone before operation.

 Depending on the connected iPod, loud sound may be 

suddenly output when adjusting the volume.

 If the battery of your iPod is extremely low, charge it for 

a while before operation.

 When placing the iPod, hold the system securely.

 Remove the iPod when transporting the system.

 The volume of ringtones from an iPhone or applications 

may differ from the volume of music from the iPhone. 

For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied 

with your iPhone.

 Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data 

recorded to an iPod is lost or damaged when using an 

iPod connected to this system.

 For details of environmental conditions for operating 

your iPod, check the website of Apple Inc.

Tip
 An iPod can be used to adjust the volume of the system. 

When removing the iPod from the system, the volume 

level of the iPod returns to the level at which it was set 

before it was connected.

Hold the system with your hand when removing the iPod.
Note
 When removing an iPod, pull it off of the system at the 

same angle as the Dock connector.

You can also listen to music by connecting an audio input 

device other than an iPod to the system.
Notes
 Lower the volume of the system before connecting an 

audio input device.

 Depending on the shape of the stereo mini cable (not 

supplied), the cable’s connector may not fit into the 

AUDIO IN jack. Do not try to force the connector in. 

This may cause damage to the system.

  Connect the audio input device via a stereo 

mini cable (not supplied) to the AUDIO IN 

jack on the back of the system.

  Press / to turn on the system. 

The POWER indicator (green) lights up.

After playback has finished, if no operation is performed 

or no sound is output for the following times, the system 

will automatically turn off:

When you use the system with the AC adaptor: 

approximately 20 minutes

When you use the system with the rechargeable battery: 

approximately 5 minutes

Firmly connect the supplied AC adaptor to the DC IN 13V 

jack on the back of the system, and plug it into a wall 

outlet (mains).

 Use only the supplied AC adaptor. To avoid damaging 

the system, do not use any other AC adaptor.

Polarity of the plug

 Plug the AC adaptor into a nearby wall outlet (mains). 

In the case of a problem, unplug it from the wall outlet 

(mains) immediately.

 Do not place the AC adaptor on a bookshelf or in a 

confined place, such as a cabinet.

 To avoid fire or electric shock, do not use the AC 

adaptor in a place near liquid or subject to moisture. 

Furthermore, do not place liquid-filled vessels, such as 

vases, etc., on the AC adaptor.

 The supplied AC power cord (mains lead) is only for 

this system. Do not use it with any other device.

This system contains a built-in rechargeable battery. You 

can operate the system with the rechargeable battery 

instead of the AC adaptor.

Charge the rechargeable battery before using the system 

with it for the first time, and when it is depleted. By 

connecting the AC adaptor to the wall outlet (mains), 

charging starts automatically. The CHG indicator (red) 

lights up when the rechargeable battery is being charged, 

and turns off when charging is complete. You can operate 

the system while charging the rechargeable battery.

 When using the system with the rechargeable battery by 

disconnecting the AC adaptor, the BATT indicator 

(amber) turns on and the CHG indicator (red) turns off.

 When using the system with the rechargeable battery, if 

the battery becomes depleted, the BATT indicator 

(amber) flashes. In this case, connect the AC adaptor to 

charge the battery.

 When you play music at an extremely high volume or 

set the volume of the system to the maximum level, the 

BATT indicator (amber) may flash. In this case, connect 

the AC adaptor to charge the battery.

The usage time of the fully charged battery is 

approximately 5 hours*

1

*

2

.

*

1

  Measured by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information 

Technology Industries Association) standards. The 

usage time is measured with the BASS BOOST function 

set to off. The actual battery life will vary depending on 

the temperature, the equalizer settings of your iPod or 

audio input device, etc.

*

2

  When charged and used in an environment where the 

temperature is 25 ºC.

 It will take approximately 10 hours to charge the battery.

 When you switch the power source between the AC 

adaptor and the rechargeable battery by connecting/

disconnecting the AC adaptor, the system stops sound 

output for a short while. This is not a malfunction.

 The maximum power output will be lower when the AC 

adaptor is disconnected.

 In an extremely cold or hot environment, charging may 

complete too quickly, or may not be possible. Use the 

system within the designated temperature range (5 ºC to 

35 ºC).

 Charge the rechargeable battery at least biannually.

Repeated recharging causes the capacity of the battery to 

decrease over time. When the battery life drops to half the 

usual time, even after a full charge, contact your nearest 

Sony dealer to replace the battery.

 When using the rechargeable battery, press / to 

turn on the system. The / button on the remote 

commander can turn on the system only when the 

AC adaptor is used.

  Minimize the volume of the system by 

pressing VOL – until the POWER indicator 

(green) flashes 3 times in a row.

  Operate your audio input device and begin 

playback. 

Playback operation differs depending on the 

audio input device. For details, refer to the 

operating instructions supplied with your 

audio input device.

  Adjust the volume. 

Set the audio input device to an adequate volume 

level, and then adjust the volume by pressing VOL 

+/– on the system.

Notes
 When playing an audio input device connected to the 

AUDIO IN jack, stop playback of your iPod and remove 

it from the system.

 Even if you connect a radio to the AUDIO IN jack, radio 

signals may not be receivable, or signal reception may 

be greatly reduced.

 Disconnect the stereo mini cable from the system when 

not used. Leaving the stereo mini cable plugged in can 

result in noise.

A dedicated dock app for iPod touch and iPhone available 

at Apple App Store.

Search for “D-Sappli” and download the free app to find 

out more about the functions.

Features:

 D-Sappli includes two timer functions: Music Play 

Timer and Sleep Timer. 

The Music Play Timer allows you to play/pause desired 

music at a desired time. 

The Sleep Timer allows you to specify a time at which to 

stop music playback. 

The Music Play Timer and Sleep Timer work in 

combination with the power supply of the unit.

 D-Sappli also includes a clock display enlarge feature.
Notes
 If the App to link with this system is not downloaded to 

your iPod touch/iPhone, a pop-up message prompting 

you to download D-Sappli may appear repeatedly. 

Deactivate the App’s link function to stop the pop-up 

message.

 To deactivate the App’s link function: Connect the AC 

adaptor, and then press / to turn on the system. 

Remove your iPod touch/iPhone from the system, and 

then press and hold  on the system for more than 2 

seconds while pointing the remote toward the   

(remote sensor) on the system and pressing VOL − of 

the remote commander. The POWER indicator (green) 

quickly flashes for 2 seconds.

 To re-activate the App’s link function: Repeat the above 

steps. The POWER indicator (green) slowly flashes for 2 

seconds.

If you dispose of this system in the future, please recycle 

the built-in rechargeable battery for environmental 

conservation. Follow the laws and regulations of your 

country/region when recycling it. Remove the 

rechargeable battery from the system as follows:

  Remove the rubber pads and screws from the 

bottom of the system, and open the bottom 

cover.

  Pull out the rechargeable battery upward, and 

then disconnect the battery lead connector.

When disconnect the connector, be sure to hold the 

connector itself, not the connector lead.

Notes
 Before removing the rechargeable battery, use the 

system with the rechargeable battery by disconnecting 

the AC adaptor from the wall outlet (mains), and 

deplete the charge as much as possible.

 Turn off the system and disconnect the AC adaptor 

before removing the rechargeable battery.

 Only remove the screws when disposing of this system.

The VOL + button has a 

tactile dot.

Dock

VOL 

+/− buttons

Remote sensor 

BATT indicator

CHG indicator

Attachment

 button

/ button

BOOST indicator

POWER indicator

AUDIO IN 

jack

DC IN 13V 

jack

Rear of the system