Wireless Music System Getting Started ............................En-2 ABX-N300 Connections .............................. En-13 Basic Operation ....................... En-15 Instruction Manual Playing Your iPod/iPhone ... En-16 Listening via the Network ... En-18 Clock and Timer ...................... En-23 Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo Wireless Music System. Please read this manual thoroughly before making any connections and plugging it in.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Precautions 1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder. 2. Care—Occasionally you should dust the unit all over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a clean cloth.
Precautions—Continued For Canadian Models For European Models IC Statement Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Industry Canada licenceexempt RSS standard(s).
Precautions—Continued Hierbij verklaart ONKYO SOUND & VISION CORPORATION dat het toestel l ABX-N300 in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalin-gen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Niniejszym ONKYO SOUND & VISION CORPORATION deklaruje że ABX-N300 jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymaganiami i innymi właściwymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
Contents Important Safety Instructions .......................... 2 Precautions........................................................ 3 Features ............................................................. 7 Supplied Accessories....................................... 7 Using the Remote Controller ........................... 8 Replacing the Battery ....................................... 8 About Your iPod/iPhone................................... 9 iPod/iPhone Models that can be Connected... 9 Caution ...
Features ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ iPod/iPhone* dock digital connection AirPlay Media server capability Internet radio support iPod/iPhone charging capability Control your iPod/iPhone with the remote controller Bass and treble tone controls Super Bass (S.
Using the Remote Controller Remove the plastic film before using the remote controller. Replacing the Battery 1 While sliding the stopper to the side, pull out the battery holder. Back side When using the remote controller, point it toward the ABX-N300’s remote control sensor, as shown below. Remote control sensor 2 Insert a lithium button battery in the battery holder, and then replace the holder. ABX-N300 Positive (+) side Approx. 5 m (16 ft.
About Your iPod/iPhone iPod/iPhone Models that can be Connected Compatible iPod/iPhone models Made for: • iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th generation) • iPod classic • iPod nano (2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th generation) • iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, iPhone Note: Before you begin using it, please update your iPod/ iPhone to the latest version. For details, refer to the Apple website. ■ About the Dock Adapter The ABX-N300’s dock uses the Universal Dock system.
Getting to Know the ABX-N300 Top/Front Panel The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item. 1 Open 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 j Close 4 k l m n a Slide cover Close the slide cover when transporting the ABX-N300 or when not using the dock. b iPod/iPhone dock (9, 16) Insert your iPod/iPhone here. c Display d MENU button (17, 19) This button displays the menu, or returns to the previous screen.
Getting to Know the ABX-N300—Continued Rear Panel The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item. Rear Panel 1 Bottom 2 34 a Wireless LAN antenna (13, 27) Unfold this antenna if you’re connecting to the network wirelessly. b ETHERNET port (13, 28) Connect your Ethernet cable here if you’re connecting to the network via a cable. 5 6 e AC adapter jack (DC IN 16V 3A) (13) Connect the included AC adapter here.
Getting to Know the ABX-N300—Continued Remote Controller (RC-806S) The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item. 1 2 3 h TONE button (15) 4 Press this button when you want to adjust the bass (low range) or treble (high range). i S.BASS (Super Bass) button (15) This button lets you make Super Bass settings. j VOLUME []/[] buttons (14) u 5 These buttons adjust the volume.
Connections Before you make connections • This illustration is only one example. The connection method is the same even if you’re using other devices. Be sure to also read the owner’s manual of the device you’re connecting. • Don’t connect the AC adapter until you’ve finished making all connections. Unfold the antenna if you’re connecting to the network wirelessly.
Basic Operation M DIMMER INPUT C/U F/H MENU TONE S.BASS ENTER INPUT VOLUME F/H VOL H/F MON/STANDBY Downlight (below the speakers) Buttons on the top panel can be operated via the touch screen. Turning On the ABX-N300 To turn on the ABX-N300, press the [] button on the ABX-N300 or remote controller. The power will turn on, and the downlight located in the lower part of the ABX-N300 will illuminate. Press the [] button again to set the ABX-N300 to standby.
Basic Operation—Continued Adjusting the Bass and Treble (remote controller only) Note: Tone adjustments (Bass, Treble, S.Bass) do not affect the headphones. 1 Press the [TONE] button to make the display indicate “Tone Control.” The value of the Bass setting will blink. 2 Use the []/[] buttons to adjust the value. You can adjust the value in the range of –3 to +3. Note: If you press no buttons for eight seconds, the previous display will appear automatically. 3 Press the [ENTER] button.
Playing Your iPod/iPhone INPUT C/U MENU Q/R ENTER Slide cover MENU F/H F/H ENTER U/I U/I INPUT SHUFFLE REPEAT Notes: • Before using your iPod/iPhone with the ABX-N300, be sure to update your iPod/iPhone with the latest software, available from the Apple website. • If you leave your iPod/iPhone paused when using it on its own, eventually it will go into hibernation. If you insert it into the ABX-N300 dock in this state, you’ll need to wait a few moments before your iPod/iPhone is ready for use.
Playing Your iPod/iPhone—Continued Navigating the iPod/iPhone Menus 1 Press the [MENU] button on the ABX-N300 or the remote controller to display the menu/list on the iPod/iPhone. 2 Use the []/[] buttons to select an item on the menu, and then press [ENTER]. Random Playback (remote controller only) With random playback, the songs on the iPod/iPhone are played in random order. 1 Press the [SHUFFLE] button. The symbol will appear in the screen of the iPod/iPhone.
Listening to Internet Radio The ABX-N300 supports vTuner Internet Radio. INPUT C/U MENU ENTER O F/H MENU F/H INPUT ENTER Caution In order to listen to Internet radio, the ABX-N300 must be connected to a network. For details on connecting to a network, refer to “Network Setup” (see page 26). 4 Receiving a Broadcast 1 Select “Internet Radio” as the input. Use the ABX-N300’s [INPUT] button or the remote controller’s INPUT []/[] buttons to select “Internet Radio.
Listening to Internet Radio—Continued Tips: • The “+” shown at the left edge indicates a folder. By pressing the [ENTER] button at the “+” indication, you can move to the level below. The “>” indicates a broadcast station. When you press the [ENTER] button at the “>” indication, playback will begin. • By pressing the [MENU] button, you can return to step 1 and select a station. • By pressing the [] button, you can return to the previous step and re-select the station.
Playing Music Files on a Server—Continued Windows Media® Player 11 Setup 1 2 Start Windows Media® Player 11. 3 Select the “Share my media” check box, and then click “OK.” 4 Select the ABX-N300 in the list, and then click “Allow.” 5 Click “OK” to close the dialog box. On the “Library” menu, select “Media Sharing.” The “Media Sharing” dialog box will appear. Playing Music Files 1 2 Use the []/[] buttons to select the network server that you want to use, and then press the [ENTER] button.
Rocketboost™ (North American models only) The ABX-N300 can play back music from another Rocketboost device (Sender). Typical Rocketboost Applications Rocketboost Wireless Card Ready Send audio from MP3 or PC Installing a Rocketboost Wireless Card (sold separately) enables this product to receive wireless audio from your other Rocketboost products. + Rocketboost Sender What is Rocketboost? Rocketboost is expandable wireless digital audio.
Rocketboost™ (North American models only)—Continued Rocketboost Setup Initial Rocketboost Setup Insert the WLC-TR1 into the Rocketboost Module Slot on the back of the ABX-N300. Note: The ABX-N300 must be in standby mode when you attach the Rocketboost Wireless Card (WLC-TR1, sold separately). If the ABX-N300 is powered-on, press the [] button to put it in standby mode. Pairing Rocketboost products form an audio network.
Setting the Clock (remote controller only) M DISPLAY TIMER O ENTER F/H Setting the Time and Day of the Week 1 2 While the ABX-N300 is in standby mode, press the [TIMER] button. If the ABX-N300 is powered-on, press the [] button to enter standby mode. 5 Use the []/[] buttons to set the “day of the week.” 6 Press the [ENTER] button. The setting will be completed, and then the display will return to the standby condition. Use the []/[] buttons to select “Clock Setup.
Using the Timers (remote controller only) The ABX-N300 provides three different timers: two program timers that can automatically play your iPod/iPhone at the specified time, and a sleep timer that can put the unit in standby mode after the specified duration has elapsed. M SNOOZE SLEEP TIMER Q/R ENTER O F/H About the Timers Selecting the timer number You can set up to two timers. 1 Setting the time You can set the timer-on time and timer-off time.
Using the Timers (remote controller only)—Continued 6 Use the []/[] buttons to select “Everyday” or “Every,” and press the [ENTER] button. If you selected “Everyday,” proceed to step 8. Timer1 Setup Every MoTuWeThFrSaSu 7 If you selected “Every,” use the []/[] buttons to move to the day of the week that you don’t want the timer to operate, and use the []/[] buttons to make an underline character appear.
Network Setup In order to use the media server function (playing back music files saved on a computer), AirPlay, or Internet radio, the ABX-N300 must be connected to a network. The ABX-N300 can connect to the network in either of two ways: wirelessly or by a cable. You’ll need to make the settings that are appropriate for the type of network you’re using. Connect the ABX-N300 to your wireless LAN or wired LAN as described in “Connections” (page 13). The ABX-N300’s wireless LAN conforms to Wi-Fi.
Network Setup—Continued Are you connecting to the network by a cable or by a wireless connection? Cable Wireless Do you have a wireless LAN router? Yes See “Connecting via Wireless LAN” below. Do you have a router, or a modem that includes router functionality? No Yes Obtain a wireless LAN router. Is DHCP enabled on your router or router-capable modem? Yes Caution 3 Caution 1 2 Disconnect the AC adapter, wait at least ten seconds, and then reconnect the AC adapter.
Network Setup—Continued 6 Use the []/[] buttons to select “Wireless,” and press the [ENTER] button. The ABX-N300 will search for wireless LAN access points, and will display the access points it finds. Network Setup Select AP: 1/1 wireless ap Note: If an Ethernet cable is connected, you won’t be able to select “Wireless.” If you want to connect via wireless LAN, you must disconnect the Ethernet cable.
Network Setup—Continued 2 Press the [MENU] button. 1 Disconnect the AC adapter, then connect the Ethernet cable and wait at least ten seconds before reconnecting the AC adapter. 2 3 Press the [MENU] button. 4 5 Press the [MENU] button. Press the [MENU] button. 6 Use the []/[] buttons to select “Ethernet,” and press the [ENTER] button. Use the []/[] buttons to select “Network Setup,” and press the [ENTER] button. Wait until the “Connection” indication appears.
Network Setup—Continued the “Proxy Enable” setting, and 12 Specify press the [ENTER] button. Use the []/[] buttons to select “No” or “Yes.” Choose “No” if you are not using a proxy server. If you are using a proxy server, choose “Yes,” and then enter the Proxy URL. Processing will be performed, and the system will restart. Then the network connection will be made. If it succeeds, the display will indicate “Succeeded”; if it fails, the display will indicate “Failed.
Network Setup—Continued Viewing the “WEB Setup Menu” Window If the ABX-N300 is connected to the network, you can use a computer connected to that network to view and edit the settings. 1 While the ABX-N300 is in standby mode, press the remote controller’s [MENU] button. 2 Use the []/[] buttons to select “Network Info,” and press the [ENTER] button. The ABX-N300’s IP address will be displayed.
About Internet Radio and Media Servers Internet Radio Function Internet radio refers to radio broadcasts that are distributed via the Internet. Numerous Internet radio stations from around the world are being broadcast. The ABX-N300 supports vTuner Internet Radio. The ABX-N300’s list of Internet radio stations uses the vTuner radio station database service. * vTuner may become unavailable without notice. The ABX-N300’s Internet radio function can play the following audio file formats.
Troubleshooting If you experience any problem while using the ABX-N300, look for a solution in this section. Audio There’s no sound. If a problem occurs with the ABX-N300’s operation, you may be able to solve the problem by resetting the unit. Before you request service, please reset the ABX-N300 as described below. 1. While the ABX-N300 is in standby mode, press the remote controller’s [MENU] button. 2. Use the []/[] buttons to select “Reset,” and press the [ENTER] button.
Troubleshooting—Continued • To operate your iPod/iPhone using the remote controller, point the remote controller toward the ABX-N300’s remote control sensor (see page 8). Can’t recharge the iPod/iPhone. • Make sure your iPod/iPhone is properly seated in the ABX-N300’s iPod dock (see pages 9 and 16). • Disconnect your iPod/iPhone from the dock, and then firmly insert it back into the dock. • If your iPod or iPhone is in a case, remove the case before inserting the iPod or iPhone (see page 9).
Troubleshooting—Continued • When connected via a wireless LAN, radio conditions may make it impossible for the ABX-N300 to connect to the server, or the audio might be interrupted, or the image and audio might lose synchronization. Try connecting via a wired LAN. Can’t operate AirPlay. • In some cases you won’t be able to perform operations from the ABX-N300 itself or using the buttons of the remote controller. If so, perform the operations from your iPod touch/iPhone/iPad.
Specifications ■ General Power Supply: Power Consumption: Stand-by Power Consumption: Dimensions (W × H × D): Weight: Analog Input: AC 100 V-240 V, 50/60 Hz 38 W 0.7 W (with “Standby Mode” set to “Normal,” and no iPod/iPhone connected) 430 × 131 × 148 mm (16-15/16 × 5-3/16 × 5-13/16 inches) 2.6 kg (5.7 lbs.