iHome Clock Radio iPL10 User Manual

Model iPL10  
stereo alarm clock to charge  
your iPod or iPhone  
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W E L C O M E  
Thank you for choosing the iPL10 from iHome. This user guide will  
get you up and running quickly and provide helpful hints to  
maximize enjoyment. For more information about this and other  
using iHome apps with this unit are not covered in this booklet. For  
information on using iHome apps, please visit www.ihome.com/apps  
G E T T I N G S T A R T E D  
This unit ships with the following items. Please check to see that all  
items are present.  
1
iPL10 speaker system  
2 100-240V Universal AC power adaptor  
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F E A T U R E S  
&
F U N C T I O N S  
Backrest  
Top panel  
Lightning Dock  
Lightning Dock  
Play/Pause/  
Presets Button  
–/+ Settings Buttons  
Volume Control  
Buttons  
Time Set/Sleep button  
Alarm button  
Power On/Off  
Button  
Mode Button  
USB Play/Pause Button  
Snooze/Dimmer Button  
Back panel  
DC Jack USB dock  
Display  
Time Display  
Volume Indicator  
Alarm  
Indicator  
PM Indicator  
iPod  
Indicator  
WAKE-TO Indicator  
(iPod/Buzzer)  
Sleep Indicator  
Low Backup Battery Indicator  
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C O N N E C T I N G T O A C P O W E R  
This unit operates on AC power  
using the included 100V-240V  
universal AC adaptor for charging  
and playing your iPhone or iPod .  
RESET  
R E S E T  
Place unit on a stable surface. Plug  
the power adaptor into the DC jack  
on back of the unit and the other  
end into a working wall socket. You  
can now charge your iPhone or  
iPod.  
B A C K U P B A T T E R Y  
The iPL10 ships with a CR2450 battery installed for backup to provide  
continuous alarm operation and clock settings in the event of a power failure.  
Remove the pull tab from the battery compartment on the bottom of the unit  
before use. If a power failure occurs or the AC cord is accidentally  
disconnected, the display backlight will not remain lit, but current time and  
alarm time settings will be temporarily maintained. Otherwise, you must reset  
the time and alarm settings.  
Note: The  
Battery Low icon is located at the right side of clock display.  
When the backup battery is low and needs to be replaced, the Battery  
Low icon will flash. To replace, follow steps below:  
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B A C K U P B AT T E R Y ( C O N T I N U E D )  
1. Please make sure the AC adaptor is connected. Otherwise all settings  
may be lost during battery replacement.  
2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to open the backup battery compartment  
door located on the bottom of the unit.  
3. Remove the exhausted battery. Insert a  
new CR2450 battery by easing it under the  
tabs in the battery well and pressing down.  
Make sure the side marked + is facing up.  
4. Close the battery compartment door and  
tighten the battery door screw.  
Note: Make sure you dispose of battery  
properly (see your local regulations).  
WARNING: Lithium batteries can explode or cause burns if disassembled,  
shorted, recharged, exposed to water, fire, or high temperatures. Do not  
place loose batteries in a pocket, purse, or other container containing metal  
objects, mix with used or other battery types, or store with hazardous or  
combustible materials. Store in cool, dry, ventilated area. Follow applicable  
laws and regulations for transport and disposal.  
 
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SETTING THE TIME:  
TIME SYNC & MANUAL  
TIME SETTING  
TIME SYNC  
This unit is equipped with auto sync. By default, the unit will sync to the  
time on your iPhone or newer iPod (iPod touch, iPod nano and iPod  
Classic; older iPod models such as iPod mini do not support this feature)  
whenever you dock it in the Lightning dock OR connect via the USB port  
located on back of the unit. When successful, the updated time will  
appear on the display. If sync is unsuccessful, try to sync again using a  
different iPhone or iPod. If sync still doesn’t work, set the time manually  
(see below).  
SETTING THE TIME MANUALLY  
1. Press and hold the Time Set Button until “MAN” or “SYNC” flashes in the  
display with one beep. If “SYNC” is displayed, press the + or Buttons so  
“MAN” appears in the display, indicating manual time setting mode.  
2. Press and release the Time Set Button. The time will flash in the display.  
3. Press the + or Buttons to set the correct time (hold for rapid adjustment.  
Make sure you are setting the time to the correct AM or PM time. The PM  
indicator appears at the upper left of the display; there is no AM indicator.  
NOTE: The time can be set to standard 12 hour time (AM and PM) or to 24  
hour time (sometimes called “military time”). To toggle between 12 and 24  
modes, press and release the Alarm Button located on top of the unit at  
any time during manual time setting mode.  
4. Press and release the Time Set Button to confirm the current time setting  
(two beeps will sound) and exit time setting mode.  
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SETTING AND USING THE ALARM  
SETTING THE ALARM  
This unit lets you wake to your docked iPhone, iPod (iPod), USB-con-  
nected device (USB), FM radio or to the built-in buzzer alarm. The alarm  
will sound for 60 minutes or until reset/turned off.  
1. Press and hold the  
with one beep.  
Alarm Button until the alarm time display flashes  
2. Press the + or Buttons to adjust the display to the desired alarm time (hold  
for rapid adjustment). Remember to set the correct AM or PM alarm time.  
3. Press the  
Alarm Button to confirm the alarm time. The WAKE-TO  
indicator will flash on the display. Press the + or Buttons to toggle  
among wake to Lightning dock, USB, FM radio or buzzer, then press  
the  
Alarm Button to access volume setting for the selected alarm  
source.  
Wake to iPod:  
Wake to USB:  
Wake to radio:  
If wake to dock (iPod) is selected, press the + or –  
Buttons to set the Lightning dock volume (can be set  
from 5- 40). The alarm will wake you to the last track  
played on your docked iPhone or iPod.  
If wake to USB is selected, press the + or Buttons to set  
the USB dock volume (can be set from 5- 40). The alarm  
will wake you to the last track played on the iPhone or  
iPod connected to the USB dock.  
If wake to FM is selected, press the + or Buttons to  
select a radio station to wake to, then confirm your  
selection by pressing the  
Alarm Button. Press the + or  
Buttons to set the FM radio alarm volume (can be set  
from 5- 40).  
Wake to Buzzer: If wake to Buzzer is selected, press the + or Buttons to  
choose HI or LO buzzer alarm volume.  
4. Press the Alarm Button to exit and confirm alarm settings. An alarm  
icon will appear on the display, indicating that the alarm is set and armed.  
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REVIEWING AND RESETTING THE ALARM  
Press and release the  
Alarm Button at any time to review the current  
alarm settings. To toggle the alarm on or off, press the  
Alarm Button as  
needed. When the alarm icon is displayed, the alarm is armed/on.  
Press the Power Button or Alarm Button when the alarm is sounding  
to reset it to come on again at the same time the next day. Press the  
Alarm Button again to turn off/disarm the alarm. The alarm icon  
disappear.  
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CHARGING YOUR iPHONE OR iPOD  
1. Gently dock your iPhone or iPod into the flexible Lightning dock  
located on the top of the unit OR connect an iPhone or iPod to the  
USB dock on back of unit using the cable that came with your  
device.  
While your iPhone/iPod is docked in the unit and/or connected via  
the USB dock and the unit is connected to AC power, it recharges  
(until fully charged). The unit will not overcharge your iPhone/iPod.  
Note that non-docking iPod models will NOT charge.  
Note: Please make sure your iPhone/iPod is properly docked into the unit.  
Failure to do so may damage your iPhone/iPod.  
LISTENING TO YOUR iPHONE/iPOD  
USING THE LIGHTNING DOCK OR USB DOCK  
USING THE LIGHTNING DOCK  
1. Dock your already playing iPhone/iPod. The unit will automatically  
turn on and you will hear the music playing from your iPhone/iPod.  
The iPhone/iPod Icon will appear at the right side of the display,  
indicating iPhone/iPod playing mode.  
2. Press the or  
Buttons on the unit to adjust the system volume.  
Note: If the volume is too low on the iPhone/iPod, the unit may not detect  
that the iPhone/iPod is in play mode. Press the  
it. Press again as needed to pause and resume play.  
Dock Button to play  
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Press the + or Buttons to go to the next or previous track (hold to scan  
backwards or forwards within a track).  
4. Press the Power Button to turn off the unit. You can also turn the  
unit off by undocking a playing device.  
NOTE: Press the Mode Button to cycle from iPod (Lightning dock) to  
USB to FM radio modes.  
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USING THE USB DOCK  
1. Connect your already playing iPhone/iPod to the USB dock on back  
of the unit using the cable that came with your device. The unit will  
automatically turn on and you will hear the music playing from your  
iPhone/iPod. The iPhone/iPod Icon will appear at the right side of the  
display, indicating iPhone/iPod playing mode.  
2. Press the or  
Buttons on the unit to adjust the system volume.  
Note: If the volume is too low on the iPhone/iPod, the unit may not  
detect that the iPhone/iPod is in play mode. Press the  
to play it. Press again as needed to pause and resume play.  
Press the + or Buttons to go to the next or previous track (hold to scan  
backwards or forwards within a track).  
USB Button  
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4. Press the  
Power Button to turn off the unit. You can also turn the  
unit off by disconnecting a device playing through the USB dock.  
NOTE: Press the Mode Button to cycle from Lightning dock (iPod) to  
USB to FM radio modes.  
L I S T E N I N G TO F M R A D I O  
Tuning and Playing the Radio  
Extend FM wire antenna fully for best reception. Do not strip, alter or attach  
to other antennas.  
1. Press and release the  
Power Button to turn on the unit, then press and  
release the Mode Button as needed to cycle through dock, USB, and FM  
radio modes.  
2. When FM mode is selected, press the + or Buttons to tune the radio to a  
desired station. The current radio frequency appears in the bottom of the  
display. Press the + or Buttons for a few seconds to scan for the next  
clear station.  
3. To memorize a station as a preset:  
A. Press the  
Dock Button as needed to step through the 6 presets  
Dock  
(P1 - P6) to the number you wish to assign, and then hold the  
Button until the selected preset number begins flashing in the display.  
B. Press the + or Buttons to tune the radio to a desired station. Hold  
briefly to have the radio autoscan/search for the next clear station.  
C. Press the  
Dock Button to confirm the setting, two confirmation  
beeps will confirm the setting and the preset number you wish to  
assign. Repeat steps A-C to preset up to 6 stations.  
4. To listen to a preset station, use the Mode Button to select FM mode, then  
press the  
5. Press the  
Dock Button to choose the desired preset.  
or Button on the unit to adjust the system volume.  
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USING THE UNIT IN OTHER COUNTRIES  
Different regions of the world use different FM radio frequency steps and  
ranges. You will need to select the one that matches the standards in your  
region (USA, EUROPE, JAPAN, AUSTRALIA, or CHINA). The default setting is  
USA; if you live in the US, you may skip this section.  
1.  
Press and release the Power Button to turn on the unit, then press and  
release the Mode Button as needed to cycle to FM radio mode.  
2. Press and hold the Mode Button for about 5 seconds until the region  
flashes in the lower part of the display and a beep sounds  
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3. Press the + or Buttons as needed to set the display to your region: USA,  
EU (Europe), JPN (Japan), AUS (Australia), or CHN (China).  
2. Press and release the Mode Button (or no button within 10 seconds) to  
exit the radio frequency setting mode. Two beeps will confirm radio  
frequency setting.  
S N O OZ E / D I M M E R O P E R AT I O N  
1. To program a custom snooze duration, during normal operation (when  
alarm is not sounding) press and hold the Snooze/Dimmer Button until  
the display flashes, then press the + and – Buttons on the unit to adjust  
the snooze time to 1 - 29 minutes.  
2. Press the Snooze/Dimmer Button on the iPL10 after the alarm sounds.  
The alarm will be silenced and will come on again in about 9 minutes  
(default). You may repeat this cycle several times during the one hour  
alarm cycle.  
3. During normal operation (when alarm is not sounding), press the  
Snooze/Dimmer Button to control the brightness (high, medium, low  
and off settings) of the LCD display.  
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S L E E P M O D E  
Sleep mode lets you sleep to your playing docked or USB connected  
iPhone or iPod or to FM radio. Press the Sleep Button as needed to cycle  
to the desired sleep duration: 120, 90, 60, 30 or 15 minutes or OFF (turns  
sleep mode off). Press the  
or  
Button on the unit to adjust sleep  
listening level. The unit will revert to normal volume level when sleep  
mode ends. Press the Sleep Button during sleep to view the remaining  
sleep time; press again to set sleep to next (lower) sleep duration.  
M A I N T E N A N C E  
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 Benzene, thinner or similar materials can  
damage the surface of the unit.  
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T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G  
Symptom  
Possible reason  
Solution  
Unit won’t turn on  
AC adaptor isn't plugged  
into a working wall socket  
or not plugged into the  
power jack on back of the  
unit  
Plug the AC adaptor into a  
working wall socket and plug the  
connector into the supply jack on  
the unit. Make sure any associated  
wall switch that controls the outlet  
the is ON.  
Device does not  
respond to the  
unit and/or  
device is playing  
but no sound  
comes out  
Unit is not properly  
connected to power  
source and/or Power  
Button is not ON/device is  
paused  
Make sure the unit is properly  
connected to AC power source.  
Check that the Power Button is lit  
up, indicating the unit is ON. Try  
adjusting volume on unit and  
audio device. Press the Mode  
Button to select the iPod (dock),  
USB or FM mode. Also try  
pressing the Play/Pause Button.  
Erratic  
External interference  
Move unit away from potential  
performance  
sources of external interference such  
as computers, modems, wireless  
devices (routers) or uorescent light.  
No sound  
Volume is too low  
Turn volume up on your device  
Turn volume down on your device  
Sound distorted  
Volume is too high  
Sound source is distorted  
If the original sound le (MP3) is old  
or of poor quality, distortion and noise  
are easily noticed with high-power  
speakers. Try upgrading le from a  
trusted source such as iTunes.  
Device doesn’t  
charge up  
Unit is not properly  
connected to AC power  
Please make sure the unit is  
connected to a working power outlet.  
The unit will not charge while  
operating on backup battery  
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I M P O R TA N T S A F E T Y T I P S  
When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufac-  
tured to ensure your personal safety. However, improper use can result in  
potential electrical shock or re hazards. Please read 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.  
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. Also, it should not be placed in a built-in installation, such as a  
bookcase or cabinet, which may impede the ow of air through the  
ventilation openings.  
3. Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as  
radiators, heat registers, stoves or other appliances (including ampliers)  
that produce heat.  
4. Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a power supply only of  
the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the  
appliance. Only use the AC adapter that came with the unit.  
5. Power-Cable Protection – Power supply cables should be routed so that  
they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or  
against them. It is always best to have a clear area from where the cable  
exits the unit to where it is plugged into an AC socket.  
6. Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as recommended. See the  
Maintenance section of this manual for cleaning instructions.  
7. Objects and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall  
and liquids are not spilled into any openings or vents located on the  
product.  
8. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product  
manufacturer.  
9. Lightning and Power Surge Protection – Unplug the unit from the wall  
socket and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a lightning  
storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time. This  
will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.  
10. Overloading – Do not overload wall sockets, extension cords, or integral  
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of re or electric shock.  
11. Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be serviced by qualied  
service personnel when:  
A. the power supply cable or plug has been damaged.  
B. objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled into the enclosure.  
C. the unit has been exposed to rain.  
D. the unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.  
E. the unit exhibits a marked change in performance or does not operate  
normally.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS (CONTINUED)  
12. Periods of Nonuse – If the unit is to be left unused for an extended period  
of time, such as a month or longer, the backup battery should be removed  
from the unit to prevent damage or corrosion.  
13. Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond those  
methods described in the user’s operating instructions. Service methods  
not covered in the operating instructions should be referred to qualied  
service personnel.  
14. Magnetic Interference: This product’s speakers contain powerful magnets  
which could cause interference or damage to sensitive equipment such as  
hard drives, CRT televisions and monitors, as well as medical, scientic,  
and navigational devices. Keep this unit away from these products at all  
times.  
A GUIDE TO PRODUCT SAFETY  
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 modications 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  
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L I M I T E D 1 Y E A R W A R R A N T Y  
iHome Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI), warrants this  
product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and conditions,  
for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase.  
Should this product fail to function in a satisfactory manner, it is best to rst return it to the store  
where it was originally purchased. Should this fail to resolve the matter and service still be required  
by reason of any defect or malfunction during the warranty period, SDI will repair or, at its  
discretion, replace this product without charge. This decision is subject to verication of the defect  
or malfunction upon delivery of this product to the Factory Service Center authorized by SDI  
Customer Service. The product must include proof of purchase, including date of purchase. An  
out-of-warranty fee for service will be charged for units that are received without proof of purchase.  
Before returning this product for service, please rst replace the batteries (if applicable) with fresh  
ones, as exhausted or defective batteries are the most common cause of problems encountered.  
If service is still required:  
1. Call SDI Customer Service at 1-800-288-2792 for Return Authorization and for the address of  
the Factory Service Center.  
2. Remove the batteries (if applicable) and pack the unit in a well padded, heavy corrugated box.  
SDI is not responsible for damage that occurs during shipping to the Factory Service Center.  
3. Enclose a photocopy of your sales receipt, credit card statement, or other proof of the date of  
purchase, if within the warranty period. Also include your name and address information, a brief  
description for why the unit is being returned, and the return authorization number. No unit can be  
processed without a return authorization number.  
4. Write the return authorization number on the side of the shipping package and send the unit  
prepaid and insured to the Factory Service Center address authorized by SDI Customer Service.  
Disclaimer of Warranty  
NOTE: This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed.  
It does not cover (i) products which have been damaged by negligence or willful actions, misuse or  
accident, or which have been modied or repaired by unauthorized persons; (ii) cracked or broken  
cabinets, or units damaged by excessive heat; (iii) damage to digital media players, CD’s or tape  
cassettes (if applicable); (iv) the cost of shipping this product to the Factory Service Center and its  
return to the owner.  
This warranty is valid only in the United States of America and does not extend to owners of the  
product other than to the original purchaser. In no event will SDI or any of its afliates, contractors,  
resellers, their ofcers, directors,  
shareholders, members or agents be liable to you or any third party for any consequential or  
incidental damages, any lost prots, actual, exemplary or punitive damages. (Some states do not  
allow limitations on implied warranties or exclusion of consequential damages, so these restrictions  
may not apply to you.) This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other  
rights which vary from state to state.  
Your acknowledgment and agreement to fully and completely abide by the above mentioned  
disclaimer of warranty is contractually binding to you upon your transfer of currency (money order,  
cashier's check, or credit card) for purchase of your SDI product.  
Questions? Visit www.ihome.com Toll Free Customer Service: 1-800-288-2792  
©SDI Technologies 2013 All rights Reserved  
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