Model iBTW281 Wireless Charging Dual Alarm Clock Speaker System QUESTIONS? visit www.ihome.
WHAT’S INCLUDED: 1. iBTW281 2. AC adapter CONNECTING THE UNIT Plug the included AC adapter into the DC jack on the back of the unit and connect the plug to a working outlet not controlled by a light switch. DC 12V 2.5A QUICK BLUETOOTH PAIRING • Turn on your Bluetooth device and make it ‘discoverable’ by turning on Bluetooth mode. • Press the Power Button on the iBTW281. The first time the unit is powered on, it will automatically enter pairing mode.
FEATURES & FUNCTIONS Wireless Charging Area TOP PANEL Power/ Alarm Reset Bluetooth Pairing Snooze/ Dimmer Color Mode/ Sleep Volume Down Play/Pause/ Speakerphone Volume Up 5V/1A USB Port (for charging devices) BACK PANEL Alarm 1 Button Alarm 2 Button DISPLAY Time Set Low Battery PM Indicator Voice Icon Hands Free Icon Dimmer Icon Sleep Icon Bluetooth Pairing Icon Alarm 1 12V/2.
SETTING THE TIME 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press and hold the Time Set Button located on the back of the unit for 2 seconds until the clock display flashes and a beep sounds. Press the – or + Buttons to adjust the clock to the current time (hold for rapid setting). Make sure you set the correct AM/PM time. The PM indicator appears to the left of the display; there is no AM indicator.
SETTING AND USING ALARMS (CONTINUED) 3. Press the Alarm Button to confirm the alarm time setting. The alarm schedule will flash: 7 (every day), 5 (weekdays) or 2 (weekend only). Press the – or + Buttons to select the desired alarm schedule. 4. Press the Alarm Button to confirm the alarm schedule. The wake-to source will flash. 5. Press the – or + Buttons to select the desired wake-to alarm source: Bluetooth, Tone or Light Only (no alarm sound).
SNOOZE/DIMMER Snooze: When the alarm is sounding, press the Dimmer/ZZZ Button to snooze the alarm for 9 minutes. Dimmer: Press the Dimmer/ZZZ Button (when alarm is NOT sounding) to adjust the display brightness. PROGRAMMABLE SNOOZE + DIMMER Adjust the snooze duration and set a schedule for your clock backlight to automatically dim and brighten at certain times of the day. 1. Press and hold the Dimmer/ZZZ Button. 2. Use the + or - Buttons to adjust the snooze duration from 1-29 minutes.
MANUAL BLUETOOTH PAIRING Make sure your device is ‘discoverable’ by turning on Bluetooth mode. The first time the iBTW281 is powered on, it will automatically enter pairing mode. Select ‘iHome iBTW281’ on your device’s Bluetooth menu to connect. To manually pair your Bluetooth device: 2s 1. Press and hold the Bluetooth Button on the top of the iBTW281 for 2 seconds to enter pairing mode.. iHome iBTW281 2. Select ‘iHome iBTW281’ on your device’s Bluetooth menu to connect. 3.
WIRELESS CHARGING This unit will wirelessly charge Qi compatible wireless charging phones. Place Qi compatible device face up on charging rest. Charge Your Phone Here Check the lightning icon Slow blinking Solid on the iBTW281 display for charging status: icon: Device is charging properly. icon: Device is charged. Rapid blinking icon: Device is not charging properly. Reposition device. Note: The lightning icon may continue to blink slowly when iOS devices are fully charged.
CHARGING DEVICES VIA USB • Connect the standard size end of a USB cable (not included) to the USB Charging Port on the back of the unit. Connect the other end to the charging port on your device. • Monitor the charging on your device. Some devices use a proprietary charging method and will not charge using the USB port. If this happens, you must charge your device using the charger that came with it. Unit must be plugged into a working outlet to charge devices.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read and follow all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use, and keep these instructions handy for future reference. Take special note of all warnings listed in these instructions and on the unit.
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.
