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Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com Model iD28 App-enhanced Portable Rechargeable System for iPad ® , iPhone ® and iPod ® iD28 IB in English version Print color : Black text on white paper Size of manual: 178mmW x 178mmH July 13,11 iHome + Sleep works with iHome + Radio alarm clock app internet radio app Note: iHome+Sleep and iHome+Radio apps ar[...]
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T able of Contents and are registered trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. T ruBass and WOW technologies are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Controls and Indicators / iD28 Display 1-2 Quick Start 3-4 Getting Started 5 Connect AC adaptor and Install Clock Backup Battery Charging Internal Battery 6 Reset the iD28 6 Setting Up the iD28 7 Updati[...]
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• Place the unit on a level surface away from sour ces of direct sunlight or excessive heat. • Protect your furniture when placing your unit on a natural wood and lacquered finish. A cloth or other protective material should be placed between it and the furniture. • Clean your unit with a soft cloth moistened only with mild soap and water . S[...]
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1 Controls and Indicators Front Panel T op Panel Power Button EQ Button V olume Up Button W ake Up Button V olume Down Button Bedtime Button Radio/Aux Button Alarm Button Clock Sync Button Presets Button Play/Pause Button Snooze / Dimmer Button Reverse Button Forward Button Speaker Speaker Retractable Dock[...]
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2 Controls and Indicators FM antenna/Aux line-in Jack (at Rear Panel) Time Display PM Indicator Alarm Indicator Low Backup Battery Indicator Rechargeable Battery Status Indicator Preset / iPod / Radio / AUX / Wake-to / Sleep indicators SRS Indicator iHome App Indicator Display Rear Panel FM antenna / Aux line-in Jack Adaptor Jack DST Switch Fold ou[...]
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3 RESET RESET TEST TEST iD28 Quick Start 1:Stand 2:Power Fold out the stand feet on the bottom of the unit, then turn unit upright for operation. Plug the AC adapter into the adapter jack on the rear of the unit and the other end into a working outlet. The first time you connect the unit you should let it charge the internal battery completely (abo[...]
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4 iD28 Quick Start 5:Radio • Attach included FM antenna to FM Antenna/Aux line-in jack on back of unit • Press and r elease the Radio/AUX Button as needed to select FM radio mode. • Press and release the or Buttons to tune radio to desired station; press and hold briefly to scan to next clear station • See page 9 for information on setting [...]
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5 Thank you for purchasing the iD28. Designed specifically to work with your iPhone, iPad and iPod, and with iHome apps like iHome+sleep and iHome+radio this system pr ovides high quality audio performance that brings out the best in your music and lets you wake and sleep to it anywhere. These instructions do not cover the use of apps. For more on [...]
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6 Y our unit comes with an internal lithium ion battery for portable operation. As noted above, the internal battery charges when the unit is connected to AC power . A battery status indicator is located to the right of the clock display . When the indicator is low and flashing, you will need to connect the unit to AC power to recharge the battery [...]
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Setting Up the Unit 7 Updating your Firmware T o update the firmware on this unit to the latest version, please download the free iHome+Sleep app from the app store. Launch the app and follow directions for updating the firmwar e for this unit if available. Docking your iPhone, iPad or iPod 1. Press on the iHome badge on the fr ont of the unit to r[...]
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8 Using the Alarm Setting the Alarm 1. Press and hold the Alarm Button until the alarm icon and alarm hour flashes on the display . 2. Press the or Button to set the desired alarm hour . Remember to set the correct AM or PM alarm time. The PM Indicator is located to the upper left side of the time digits; there is no AM indicator . 3. Press the But[...]
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9 Listening to iPhone/iPad/iPod Listening to FM Radio Setting up the Antenna Insert the FM Antenna plug into the Aux-in/FM Antenna Jack on the back of the unit. Extend the wire antenna fully for best reception. Do not strip, alter or attach to other antennas. T uning and Playing the FM Radio 1. Press the Radio/AUX Button as needed to tur n the unit[...]
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10 Using the Remote auto/on Switch Setting FM Radio Frequency/Range to Use Unit in Other Countries Differ ent regions of the world use different FM radio frequency steps and ranges. Y ou will need to select the one that matches the standards in your region (USA, EUROPE, JAP AN, AUSTRALIA,or CHINA). The default setting is USA; if you live in the US,[...]
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11 A Consumer Guide to Product Safety When used in the directed manner , this unit has been designed and manufactured to assur e your personal safety . However , improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fir e hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully befor e installation and use. Keep these instructions ha[...]
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12 T roubleshooting Possible Problem AC adaptor isn’t plugged to a wall outlet or the connector is not plugged into the power supply jack o the back of the unit W all outlet is not functioning Internal battery is dead/needs charging Battery is weak or dead Remote Control is too far away or not aimed properly towar d the device Remote switch is in[...]
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13 iHome Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI Technologies), warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and conditions, for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. Should this product fail to function in a satisfactory manner, it is best to fir[...]
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iD28-071311-A Printed in China[...]