iHome IH170 quick start Table of Contents, Maintenance, Battery Information, FCC Information

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Model iH170

Portable Speaker System for your iPod ®

Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com

Table of Contents

Quick Start

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Controls and Indicators

2

Using iH170

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Listening to your iPod

4

Listening to non-docking iPod or other audio devices

4

Connecting the Optional Adapter

4

A Consumer Guide to Product Safety

5

Trouble Shooting

6

Solución De Problemas

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Warranty Information

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Maintenance

Place the unit on a level surface away from sources 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. Stronger cleaning agents, such as Benzine, thinner or similar materials can damage the surface of the unit.

Battery Information

For Models That Require More Than One Battery

 

• Do not mix with used or other battery types/brands

• Do not heat above 75ºC (167ºF)

• Replace all cells at the same time

• Do not expose contents to water

• Do not open batteries

• Do not charge or recharge

• Do not dispose of in fire

• Do not install backwards

FCC Information

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and , if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Getting Started

Thank you for purchasing the iHome iH170 Portable Speaker System for your iPod . Designed specifically to work with your iPod, this system provides high quality audio performance that brings out the best in your music.

Please read this instruction book carefully before operating the iH170 and keep it for future reference.

Check for iPod compatibility

To make sure your iPod works properly with iH170, please update your iPod firmware with the latest version via iTunes.

Quick Start

Controls and Indicators

Top Panel

Using iH170

Install iPod Insert

Your iH170 comes with inserts to ensure your iPod fits properly in the dock. To place an insert:

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Select the dock insert for your

 

Insert iPod into dock with proper

Remove the battery compartment

 

 

iPod model from the table below

 

insert (iPod must not be in a skin

cover on the bottom of the unit.

 

 

and place insert in dock.

 

 

or case).

 

Install 4 AA batteries with polarities

 

 

Never dock an iPod without an

 

Press the power button on the

(+ and –) as shown. Replace cover.

 

 

insert in place.

 

 

iH170 to play the iPod.

Use this insert

thin iPod with video (30 GB)

iPod touch 2G

nano 5G

 

 

 

Insert 9

insert 16

 

insert 18

iPod Dock

Volume Down Button

Decrease volume

Power LED

Glows to indicate unit is ON

Back Panel

Power Button

Press to power unit ON or OFF

Volume Up Button

Increase volume

1.Select the insert for your iPod (see table on page 1).

2.Gently press the iPod insert into the dock.

3.Carefully place your iPod into the dock. The iPod must not be in a case or “skin”.

Installing/Replacing Batteries for Portable Operation

The iH170 uses 4 “AA” batteries for portable operation. The iH170 will not charge your iPod while operating on batteries.

If sound becomes weak or distorted, it is time to replace the batteries.

Open the battery compartment cover located on the bottom of the unit.

Insert 4 “AA” batteries as indicated.

We recommend the use of alkaline batteries for longer life.

Batteries information:

Do not mix old and new batteries.

Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon -zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.

Install iPod Insert

Install / Replace Batteries

For this iPod

thin (30 GB) iPod with video

iPod Touch 2G

nano 5G

 

thin (80GB, 120GB)

 

 

 

 

iPod classic

 

 

NOTE: If you do not have an insert for your iPod, please visit

www.ihomeaudio.com or call iHome toll free at 800-288-2792 to purchase one

Aux-in Jack

DC Jack

Connect aux audio source Connect optional AC adapter

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