iHome iH80 User manual
Model iH80
The Home System
For Your iPod®
Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com
Table of Contents
Caution Information ........................................................................................................................................................ 1
A Consumer Guide to product Safety ....................................................................................................................... 2-3
Safety Instructions
Quick Start ....................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Controls and Indicators .................................................................................................................................................. 4
Replacing iH80 Batteries ............................................................................................................................... 5-6
Install/Replace Battery
Using the iH80 .............................................................................................................................................................. 6-8
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................................................... 9-10
Solucionando problemas ........................................................................................................................................ 11-12
Warranty Information .................................................................................................................................................... 13
Congratulations on your iH80 home sound system for the iPod. Before you set up your unit, please check to see that the
package contains the following items:
1 Main Unit
1 AC Adaptor
1 remote control with 1 CR2032 battery
3 iPod inserts
1 audio patch cord
Package Contents
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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.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
The symbols above are located on the bottom of the unit.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot. Fully insert.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, do not place any heating or cooking product
beneath this unit
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.
REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.
AVERTISSEMENT: DANGER D’EXPLOSION LORSQUE LA BATTERIE N’EST PAS
REMPLACÉE CORRECTEMENT.
REMPLACER UNIQUEMENT AVEC DES BATTERIES IDENTIQUES OU D’UN TYPE ÉQUIVALENT.
iH80 quick start
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Table 1: Selecting an Insert ALWAYS USE CORRECT INSERT TO DOCK YOUR iPod
THIS UNIT DOES NOT CHARGE OR CONTROL 3G iPod
2: inserts
To charge and play iPod, attach
AC adaptor plug to jack on
back of the iH80 and plug the
other end into a working AC
outlet. For portable play, open
battery door located on the
bottom of the iH80. Install 8 “C”
batteries (match + and -
polarity in diagram).
1: power 3: iPod
1: power: AC or
batteries
Select the dock insert for your
iPod® model from the table
below and place insert in
dock.
Never dock an iPod without a
correct insert in place.
Insert iPod into dock (iPod
must not be in a “skin” or case).
Press the iPower On/Off (play)
Button on the iH80 to play
your iPod.
iPod nano
Insert 8
iPod 1G and 2G nano
iPod with video (30 GB)
Insert 9
thin (30 GB) iPod with video
iPod with video (60,80 GB)
Insert 10
thick (60,80 GB) iPod with video
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Controls and Indicators
Rear Panel
Top Panel
Dock
Volume Up Button
Volume Down Button
Power On/Off (Play) Button
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Installing/Replacing Batteries
1. Open the battery compartment cover located on the bottom of the unit.
2. Insert 8 “C” batteries, checking that the + and – ends of the batteries
match the drawing inside the battery compartment. We recommend
the use of alkaline batteries for longer life.
3. Close the compartment cover.
Batteries information:
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable batteries.
• Make sure you dispose of batteries properly (see your local regulations).
Installing/Replacing iH80 Batteries
Installing Batteries
Using The Remote Control
Installing/Replacing the Remote Control Battery
The remote control battery is already installed at the factory. When the
remote control stops operating or its range seems reduced,
it is time to replace the battery with a new one.
1. The battery door is located on the back end of the remote.
2. Slide the battery door open and remove old battery.
3. Insert a CR2032 battery, checking that the + and – sides of the battery
match the drawing inside the battery compartment.
4. Replace the battery door.
Note: Make sure you dispose of all batteries properly (see your local regulations).
OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL
The Remote Control controls basic functions on the iH80 and certain iPod®functions when the iPod®is docked in the iH80.
For best results, aim remote control towards the iH80.
Install Remote Control Battery
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Using the iH80
Placing iPod Insert and Docking Your iPod
Your iH80 comes with 3 inserts to ensure your iPod fits properly in the dock on
top of the unit.
To place an insert:
1. Select the insert for your iPod (see table on page 3). Using the correct insert
ensures the proper fit for your iPod for best performance.
2. Gently press the iPod insert into the dock.
3. With insert in place, carefully place your iPod into the dock. The iPod must not
be in a case or “skin”.
Connect AC Adaptor
Connect the AC adaptor plug into the jack on the back of the system, then plug
the AC adaptor into the wall outlet.
To check for iPod compatibility
iH80 is an advanced system and supports most updated iPod features. To have
your iPod working properly with iH80, please update your iPod firmware with the
latest version at www.apple.com.
Using The Remote Control
Power On/Off Button:
Turns iH80 ON or OFF
Play/Pause Button : Plays track. In play mode, press to pause
Fwd/Rev Button: Skip to previous or next track, or HOLD to
scan current playing track
Mute Button: Toggles sound ON or OFF
Menu Button:
Press to access iPod Menu functions
Up/Down Button: Press Up or Down to scroll iPod menu
Enter Button: Press to select iPod menu function
Volume + Button: Raises volume level
Volume – Button: Lowers volume level
Bass +/– Buttons: Press to increase/reduce Bass
Treble +/– Buttons: Press to increase/reduce Treble
Reset Button: Press to reset Bass and Treble to default setting
Repeat Button: Press for repeat play (press again to repeat all)
Random Button: Press for random play
Place iPod Insert
Connect AC Adaptor
Using the iH80
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.
Charging your iPod
Note: Please make sure you are using the correct insert for your iPod
(see Placing iPod Insert) and that it is properly docked into the iH80.
Failure to do so may damage your iPod.
1. While your iPod is docked in the unit and the unit is connected to
AC power, it recharges until fully charged. Your iPod will not charge
when operating on battery power. Note that other non-docking iPods
will NOT charge.
Listening to iPod
1. If you dock an already playing iPod, the iH80 will automatically turn on and you will hear the music playing from
your iPod. Note: If the playing song/music loudness is too low on the iPod itself, the iH80 may not detect the iPod
is in play mode.
2. When the iPod is docked and in standby mode, press the Power On/Off Button on the iH80 or the remote control
to play the iPod.
3. Press the iPod Play/Pause Button on the remote control to pause play; press again to resume play.
4. Press the Volume+ and Volume– Buttons on the main unit or the remote control to adjust the system volume.
5. Press the Bass or Treble +/- Buttons on the remote control to adjust the tone to your liking. Press the EQ reset
button to reset Bass or Treble to default setting.
6. Press the Mute Button on the remote control to mute the iH80 output. Press the Mute again or volume +/- button
to resume listening
7. Press the FWD or REV Buttons on the remote control to go to the next or previous track. Press and hold while a
track is playing for high speed forward or reverse music search of the current track.
8. Press the Random or Repeat Button on the remote control to set iPod play mode to play tracks randomly or to
repeat the current track
9. Press the Menu, Enter, Up or Down buttons on the remote control to control your iPod just like pressing the same
controls on your iPod.
10. To turn off the unit, press the Power on/off Button on the iH80 or remote control. Your iPod will continue
charging while in the dock (provided the iH80 is connected by AC adaptor to working outlet).
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Using the iH80
Listening to non-docking iPod or other portable audio devices
If you are using an iPod without a docking port or other MP3 player or audio device, you can play it through the iH80 via the
Line-in Jack.
1. Plug one end of the audio patch cord (included) into the headphone or line-out jack on your audio device and the other
end of the patch cord into the iH80 Line-in Jack located on the back of the unit.
Using iH80 as a PA/Karaoke system
The iH80 includes a PA/Karaoke feature. To use it, connect a Microphone with a standard 1/4” phono plug (mic and cable
not included) to the MIC jack located on the back of the iH80 then speak or sing into it. Use the Level knob to adjust the MIC
volume to get the right balance between your voice and iPod volume.
Operating the Stereo Speaker Switch
Connect an optional iH80 Extension Speaker (sold separately) to enjoy great stereo sound. Just plug the optional speaker
into the iH80 Ext Speaker jack and switch the iH80 Speaker Switch to On.
Operating the Remote On/Off Switch
To save battery power on the iH80, switch off the Remote Switch located on the back of the iH80 for longer battery life. Doing
so disables the remote.
A/V Output Jack Operation
To output iPod audio video signal from the iH80 to your TV, connect the iH80 to your TV system with an iPod AV cable (not
included). Plug one end into your TV video/audio-in jack(s) and the other end to the A/V output jack located on the back of
the iH80. Turn on your TV and select the input for the AV-in jack signal. Playing video from your iPod will output signal to your
TV.
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Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Problem Solution
Unit not responding
(no power) AC adaptor isn’t plugged to a wall outlet
or the connector is not plugged into the
power supply jack on the back of the unit
Make sure the AC adaptor is plugged into a
working AC outlet and connected properly to
the back of the iH80. If the outlet is controlled
by a switch, make sure the switch is on
iPod does not dock
properly
Using no insert or wrong iPod insert Make sure the dock insert is the proper fit for your iPod
iPod not docked properly Remove your iPod from the dock and check for
obstruction on the connectors in the dock and on your
iPod. Then reseat it in the dock.
Batteries are weak Replace with new batteries
Batteries were not installed properly Check to make sure the polarity ( + and – ends) matches
the diagram in the battery compartment
iPod does not
respond to the unit
iPod is not installed properly Remove your iPod from the dock and check for
obstruction on the connectors in the dock and on your
iPod. Then reseat it in the dock.
Your iPod software is too old Upgrade software on your iPod. For details visit
http://www.apple.com/ipod/download
iPod is locked up Please make sure your iPod is working properly before
docking into the unit. Please refer to your iPod manual for
details.
Using 1st or 2nd generation iPod or other
devices.
iH80 cannot control those iPods or other devices.
Wall outlet is not functioning Plug another device into the same outlet to confirm the
outlet is working
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