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Model iP45 Portable FM Stereo Alarm Clock Radio System for iPhone and iPod Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com iP45 IB(iT ounch 4) size: 178 x 178 color: Black Nov 4, 2010 aux ra di o iPod iP ho ne wake-t o prese t radio aux[...]
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T able of Contents Quick Start 1 Controls and Indicators / iP45 Display 2 Getting Started 3 Connect AC adaptor , Install Clock Backup Battery , Charging Internal Battery 4 Setting Up the iP45 5 install iPod/iPhone insert, Setting the Time and Calendar using IPhone/iPod T ime Sync Setting Time and Calendar Manually Using the Alarm 6 Setting the Alar[...]
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RESET RESET TEST TEST 1 iP45 Quick start To open the iP45, grasp the front lid of the unit and gently pull upwards and release into lid rest. To close , pull lid upwards and gently press bottom edge towards rear hinge. 1: Open unit For this iPhone/iPod Use this insert NOTE: If you do not have an insert for your iPhone/iPod, please visit www .ihomea[...]
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aux ra di o iPod iP ho ne wake-t o prese t radio aux Time Display PM Indicator Alarm Indicator Low Backup Battery Indicator Rechargeable Battery Status Indicator 2 Controls and Indicators iP45 Display DST Switch Aux-in/ FM antenna Jack Mono/Stereo radio mode DC Jack Alarm Button Snooze Button Sleep Button Remote Control Sensor Radio Preset Button T[...]
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3 Thank you for purchasing the iP45. Designed specifically to work with your iPhone and iPod, this system provides high quality audio performance that brings out the best in your music and lets you wake and sleep to it anywhere. Please read this instruction car efully before operating the iP45 and keep it for future r eference. Connect AC Adaptor C[...]
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iP45 IB 4 Y our iP45 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 iP45 to AC power to recharge the [...]
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iP45 IB Setting Up the iP45 5 Install iPod/iPhone Inserts Y our iP45 comes with a set of inserts to ensur e your iPhone or iPod fits properly in the dock. T o place an insert: 1. Select the insert for your iPhone/iPod (see table on page 1). 2. Gently press the iPhone/iPod insert into the dock. 3. Carefully place your iPhone/iPod into the dock. The [...]
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6 iP45 IB 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 corr ect 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. Pres[...]
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7 Listening to iPod/iPhone iP45 IB 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 iP45 [...]
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8 Using the Remote auto/on Switch Setting FM Radio Frequency/Range to Use iP45 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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9 A Consumer Guide to Product Safety When used in the directed manner , this unit has been designed and manufactured to assure your personal safety . However , impr oper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazar ds. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully befor e installation and use. Keep these instructions han[...]
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10 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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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 first [...]