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Welcome to the iHome iW1 Thank you for choosing iHome. The Air Series represents the new frontier of product offerings from iHome that embrace Wi-Fi connectivity and AirPlay, Apple’s new wireless streaming technology. The iHome iW1 with AirPlay offers the latest experience in home audio entertainment allowing users to stream digital audio over Wi-Fi from iTunes, iPad, iPhone and iPod touch.
iW1 Overview Contents 1. iW1 speaker 2. Charging base 3. Power adaptor 4. USB sync cable 5. Remote control 6. Document pack Start Guide bass treble reset Rz10 charging base power adaptor remote USB sync cable iW1 Speaker Compatibility USB connector works with: iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation), iPod nano (2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation), iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, and iPhone 3G.
iW1 Controls TOP PANEL Power iPod and iTunes music controls AirPlay wireless mode (audio via iOS device or iTunes) iPod mode Volume / Battery level (audio via USB sync cable or aux-in) Status LED battery power aux-in iPod dock reset status OFF when battery is fully charged Green when touching a button on remote Green, blinking when volume is muted Red, solid when battery is charging Red, blinking when battery needs charging network setup off | on REAR PANEL Aux-in Firmware reset/status LED
Quick Start Power 1 2 Connect to power source Place iW1 on charging base 3 Turn master power switch ON 4 Press power button outlet battery power aux-in iPod dock reset power status network setup off | on battery 12V off | on allow 30s for the iW1 to startup iPod Local Audio Mode 1 Dock iPod/iPhone using iPod USB sync cable (iPod and aux-in play in parallel) 2 Press for iPod mode 3 Press buttons on the iW1 or iW1 remote, in iPod mode, to control your iPod music.
Getting Started Master Power Switch The iW1 has a master power switch that is used to power the unit ON or OFF, help conserve battery life, and reset the iW1 speaker. In order for the iW1 speaker to power ON, the battery must be charged or unit must be connected to a AC outlet. power Master Power ON - Slide the Master Power Switch to the ON position (on rear panel) to activate your iW1 speaker. Master Power OFF - Slide the Master Power Switch to the OFF position to power the iW1 speaker OFF.
Using your iW1 Capacitance top panel controls The iW1 speaker has a backlit capacitance touch panel control interface for power, mode, volume, and music controls. Controls will be lit according to the status of the iW1 speaker and the selected mode. Note: Moisture and wet hands will cause issues with the ability of the iW1 to detect user interactions. Music transport controls will flash once to signal a proper press.
Wi-Fi Network Setup for AirPlay Check list Please verify the following steps before attempting to connect your IW1 speaker to a Wi-Fi network: To enjoy AirPlay wireless audio, you must have the following: - iTunes or an iOS device (iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad). - A functioning home network with Wi-Fi. Download the latest software updates for iTunes and your iOS device to ensure that you are able to enjoy the latest AirPlay enhancements and compatibility.
Wi-Fi Network Setup continued... Option B - Connecting with your Mac or PC over Wi-Fi To connect your iW1 speaker to a Wi-Fi network using a Mac or PC, follow these steps: 2 1. iW1 Hardware Reset: - Unplug the AC jack/remove the iW1 from the charging base. - Slide the rear Power Switch to the OFF and then ON position. - Reconnect AC jack, place iW1 on charging base, and wait 30 sec. status battery power aux-in iPod dock reset status network setup network setup 10s off | on 2.
Music Connectivity Connecting to the iW1 speaker You can connect to your iHome iW1 speaker four different ways: 1. Using AirPlay® to stream wirelessly from iTunes on your Mac or PC (iTunes can stream to multiple AirPlay speakers). 2. Using AirPlay® to stream wirelessly from your iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch (iOS devices stream to only one AirPlay speaker at a time). 3. Using the USB iPod docking port on the rear panel with a iPod USB sync cable for audio and charging your iPod or iPhone. 4.
Control BonGiovi DPS The iW1 is a member of our iHome Studio Series and features Bongiovi Acoustics DPS (Digital Power Station), representing a genuine breakthrough in audio processing. This unique and powerful prossesor, years in the making, was developed by a team of audio engineers that have over 40 years of experience in the music and motion picture recording industries. Audio is digitally restored in real time, adding missing harmonics, improving clarity, presence, and bass resonance.
Troubleshooting Quick tips for problems with network setup: 1. Verify that your router is discoverable (must broadcast itself and not require user to type in the exact name). Verify that the firmware of your router is up-to-date. 2. Must use WPA/WPA2 security (not WEP, or WPA/WPA2 enterprise). 3. Sometimes moving the iW1 closer to your access point (within 10-6 ft) during network setup. *this can happen sometimes when multiple Wi-Fi networks are creating interference. 4.
AirPlay & Network Setup Problems Solution I am unable to connect the iW1 to my home Wi-Fi network. 1. Verify that your Wi-Fi network is functioning and Wi-Fi certified. This device is only compatible with Wi-Fi certified routers. 2. Move the iW1 closer to your network access point; the Wi-Fi signal is weak or there are overlapping Wi-Fi signals or the iW1 is out of range of your Wi-Fi network. 3. Enable SSID broadcast (un-hide network) on the Wi-Fi router.
Problems Solution I’ve selected the iW1 speaker as my AirPlay audio source, but I do not hear any music. 1. Verify that the volume is not muted or set to 0. 2. Verify that there is not another iTunes library or iOS device connected to the iW1 3. speaker. Try restarting iTunes or your iOS device. 4 Try restarting your iW1 by lifting the iW1 off the charging base and switch the rear power switch OFF and then ON. Upgrade the software on your AirPlay compatible device (iTunes, iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch).
General Problems Solution The iW1 doesn’t respond or doesn’t turn ON. 1. Battery may be dead or low. Return the iW1 to it’s charging base. 2. Verify that the adaptor is connected and the power outlet is always ‘live’ (not controlled by a wall switch). 3. Reset the iW1 Hardware: - Unplug the AC jack/remove the iW1 from the charging base. - Slide the rear Power Switch to the OFF and then ON position. - Reconnect AC jack, place iW1 on charging base and wait 30 seconds. No sound. 1.
FAQ’s What is AirPlay? AirPlay is a wireless audio and video platform designed by Apple to stream digital media over a home network (Wi-Fi or Ethernet). AirPlay is built-in to iTunes and the iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch running the latest software. For AirPlay enabled speakers, this means: 1. Consumers can stream their iTunes music to our iW1 AirPlay enabled speaker, their Apple TV, or other AirPlay enabled speakers. 2.
Consumer Product Safety Guide Safety Instructions 1. Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used near water. For example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement. 2. Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, it should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block ventilation openings.
Warranty Limited 1 Year Warranty Information iHome, 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 1 Year from the date of original purchase. Should this product fail to function in a satisfactory manner, it is best to first return it to the store where it was originally purchased.
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