IHome IBT77 User manual

Rechargeable

Bluetooth Speaker

with Speakerphone

instruction manual

Model: iBT77

CHARGE

BEFORE

USE

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the iHome iBT77. This product is designed to

provide high quality wireless sound for your Bluetooth audio device. When

linked to a second iBT77 speaker (sold separately), you can enjoy real

wireless stereo.

This instruction booklet explains the basic operation and care of the unit.

Please read it carefully and keep for future reference.

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 thinner or similar materials can damage

the surface of the unit.

iBT77

What’s Included

• iBT77 speaker

• USB charging cable

• Carry strap

iBT77

Carry strap

USB charging cable

iBT77

Front

Microphone

(under grill)

Back

Bluetooth/Speakerphone/

Play/Pause Button

Battery Review Button

(press and hold for voice)

Lower/Raise Volume

Buttons

USB in

Charging Port

Aux-in

Jack

Water resistant

rubber cover

Jack

Carry Strap

Channel

Meet Your iBT77

Bottom

Top

Power Button

Reset Port

Blue Bluetooth

Status Indicator

Light

Green Wireless

Stereo Status

Indicator Light

Red Charging

Status Indicator

Light

Getting Started: Carry Strap

The iBT77 has a channel on the upper cabinet

above the controls to attach the included carry

strap. To attach the carry strap, form a small loop

in one end of the carry strap. Insert this loop

through the channel, then pull the loop back

through the larger loop formed in the carry strap

to tighten.

Charging the Unit

CHARGE UNIT BEFORE USE/KEEP UNIT OFF FOR FASTER CHARGING

1. Connect the micro USB plug on the included USB charging cable to the

micro USB in Charging Port on the back of the unit under the rubber

cover.

2. Connect the standard USB plug end of the cable to a power USB port

on a computer, a USB AC adaptor or other USB charging device. For

ﬁrst time use, charge unit for about 4 hours. The status indicator LED

on top of the unit glows solid red while charging and turns o once unit

is fully charged.

iBT77

Charge via computer USB port, USB AC adaptor or other powered USB port

iHome iBT77 USB port

USB AC adaptor

(not included)

USB AC adaptor

connected to working outlet

Reviewing Battery Charge Level

(Charger is Disconnected and unit is ON)

1. Press and hold the Battery Button when unit is ON but not charging

(micro USB cable not connected) to enter Battery Review Mode. The

built-in voice will announce the current battery level.

TIP: On some iOS (Apple)

devices, you can view the iBT77

battery status on your device’s

screen. When device is paired

and connected, look for a

vertical battery icon next to the

Bluetooth icon on the upper

right corner of the

device’s screen.

iBT77

Pairing Your Device

Pairing is the set-up process to introduce your Bluetooth-capable device to

the iBT77. Once your device is paired, the iBT77 can recognize it and you can

play your audio through it.

1. Turn on your Bluetooth device and make it “discoverable”

by turning on Bluetooth mode (check in Options or

Settings).

2. Press and hold the Power Button to turn on the iBT77.

The ﬁrst time the unit is powered on, it will enter

auto-pairing mode: the unit will beep and the Bluetooth

status indicator light on top of the unit will ﬂash quickly

while the unit attempts to pair. “iHome iBT77” should

appear in your device’s Bluetooth menu. Select “iHome

iBT77” on device to begin/complete pairing. If prompted

for a passcode, enter “1234” on your device’s keypad. 1

beep will sound and the Bluetooth status indicator light

will appear solid blue , indicating the iBT77 is paired and

ready to play music. There should also be an indication on

your device. If no device is successfully paired within 3

minutes the iBT77 will default to previous mode.

3. To pair with a dierent device or at a dierent time, make

sure unit is powered on, then press and hold the

Bluetooth/Speakerphone/Play/Pause Button for 2

seconds. Select “iHome iBT77” on device to pair.

Once the iBT77 is paired to a device, it will attempt to

autolink when the device is within range (about 33 feet).

Using the iBT77

iHome iBT77

Playing Audio Via Bluetooth

1. Press and hold the Power Button to turn on the unit. The Bluetooth status

indicator will glow solid blue when a linked device is in range and detected. You

can then listen to audio streamed wirelessly from your paired Bluetooth device.

2. Press the

Bluetooth/Speakerphone/Play/Pause Button

to play and pause.

3. Press the –or +Button to adjust the iBT77 volume. You can also adjust volume

from your device.

4. When done listening, press the Power Button to turn the unit OFF. Remember to

turn o your device, too.

Speakerphone Operation

NOTE: The unit must be powered on and linked to a Bluetooth phone to receive a

call. In Wireless Stereo mode, call will only come through left speaker.

1. When a call is received, playing music is muted to hear the ring tone and the

cabinet lights ﬂash green. Press the Bluetooth/Speakerphone Button to

answer the call, or press and hold to reject the call.

2. When a call is completed, press the Bluetooth/Speakerphone Button to end

the call and resume previous function.

Using the iBT77

Playing Audio via Aux In

1. Connect micro USB charging/audio cable to the Charging/Aux-in USB Port on

the side of the unit and connect the 3.5mm audio plug end to the headphone or

line-out jack on your audio device.

2. Press and hold the Power Button to turn the unit ON.

3. Power on the audio device and use the controls on the device to play or pause

audio and to navigate tracks.

4. Press the –or +Button to adjust the system volume. You can also adjust

volume from your device.

5. When done listening, press the Power Button to turn the unit OFF. Remember

to turn o your device, too.

NOTE: Make sure Bluetooth audio is not playing or you will not hear aux audio.

Wireless Stereo Mode

The iBT77 features Wireless Stereo capability, allowing you to enjoy real stereo

sound when two iBT77 speakers are linked (additional speaker sold separately).

1. Press and hold the Power Button on BOTH speakers within 10 seconds.

2. Press and hold the Bluetooth/Speakerphone Button AND the – Button together

at the same time on each speaker to begin linking process. The status indicator

on the speaker will ﬂash green.

3. When linked, a voice will announce “LEFT CHANNEL” and “RIGHT CHANNEL”

and the status indicator on the right speaker will glow solid green.

4. Delete earlier instances of “iHome iBT77” from your device Bluetooth menu. Then

re-pair speakers to Bluetooth device.

5. Press the

Bluetooth/Speakerphone/Play/Pause Button

to play, pause and

navigate tracks.

6. Press the –or +Button to adjust the iBT77 volume. You can also adjust volume

on your device.

7. Press the Power Button on EITHER speaker to turn both speakers OFF.

Using the iBT77

Unit doesn’t respond (no power, locked up/ “frozen”)

• Make sure unit is completely charged.

• Check that all connections are correct and properly plugged in.

• Make sure your device is properly paired with the iBT77.

• Make sure the unit is on

• If the unit does not respond, try resetting the unit. Insert the end of a

paperclip or similar into the Reset Port located on the bottom of the unit.

Note that doing so will clear settings.

• To reset Bluetooth, press and hold the Bluetooth Button for 10 seconds.

Trouble pairing device with iBT77

Bluetooth implementation varies depending on your device’s hardware and

operating system. Please see our website for updates on pairing.

• When you power ON the speaker, it will automatically link with the last

previously paired Bluetooth device if the device is still within range

(about 33 feet).

• If your device does not auto-link when within range, re-pair the device. To

do so, ﬁrst delete the iBT77 from your Bluetooth device’s menu.

• Make sure your device is working properly. Check your device’s manual

for details on Bluetooth pairing and linking.

For further information and to see the latest instructions, visit

www.ihome.com/support

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