iHome iH11 User manual

Model iH11
Alarm Clock for
your iPod ®
Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com
Model:iH11
InstructionManual
Date:March5,08
Printcolor:Blacktextonwhitepaper
Size:178Wx140Hmm

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Quick Start
Controls and Indicators
iH11 Display
Install Clock Backup Battery
Using The Optional Remote Control
Install/Replace the Remote Control Battery
To check for iPod compatibility
Setting Up the iH11
Charging your iPod
Listening to your iPod
Listening to non-docking iPod or other portable audio devices
Alarm Operation
Sleep Operation
Snooze/Dimmer Operation
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety
Trouble Shooting
Solución De Problemas
Warranty Information
Table of Contents
• 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.
Maintenance

FCC Information
Warning: Changes or modifications 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 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.
SDI Technologies Inc.
1299 Main Street,
Rahway
NJ 07065
Tel. No.: [phone]

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Quick Start
2:inserts
Select the dock insert for your
iPod model from the table below
and place insert in dock.
Never dock an iPod without
an insert in place.
3:iPod
Insert iPod into dock with proper
insert (iPod must not be in a skin or
case). iPod will charge while docked.
Press iPod Button on iH11 to play
iPod.
4:time • Move the DST switch on the back of the unit to +1 or -1 (adds or
subtracts an hour to account for daylight saving time).
• Press & Hold the Clock adj. button on the back of the unit until
the display flashes.
• Press the Hour Set / Minute buttons to set current time.
• Press the Clock Adj. button again to confirm time setting.
NOTE: If the insert for your iPod isn’t listed, please visit an Apple store or www.ihomeaudio.com
to purchase the proper insert.
iPod Touch
thin iPod with video (30 GB)
Insert 9
3rd Gen nano
insert 13
3rd Gen nano
iPod with video (60,80 GB)
Insert 10
thin (30 GB) iPod with video
thin (80GB) iPod classic
thick (60, 80 GB) iPod with video
thick (160 GB) iPod classic
iPod Touch
insert 14
For this iPod
Use this insert
1:power
Attach AC adaptor cable to jack on
back of the iH11 and plug the other
end into a wall socket.
DC 10Vline in clock adj.
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Controls and Indicators
Front Panel
Power Off /
Alarm Reset Button 
 Volume + Button
iPod Dock
 iPod Play/Pause Button
 Volume - Button
DST Switch 
Snooze/Dimmer Button 
Remote Sensor
Back Panel
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 DC Jack
Alarm Set /
Alarm On/Off Button 
Clock Adj. Button 
 Hour Set Button
 Sleep/Minute Set Button
 EXB Expanded Bass Switch
Line-in Jack 
DC 10Vline in clock adj.
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Installing Backup Battery
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iH11 Display
Install Clock Backup Battery
PM Indicator
Battery Low Indicator
Daylight Saving Time
Indicator
iPod Indicator
Sleep Indicator
Alarm Indicator
Time Display
The iH11 uses a CR2032 button cell backup battery system to provide
continuous alarm operation and clock settings in the event of a power
failure. If the Backup Battery has been installed and a power failure
occurs or the AC adaptor 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.
1. Please make sure the AC adaptor is connected. Otherwise all settings may
be lost during battery replacement.
2. Open backup battery compartment door located on the backside of the unit.
3. Insert one CR2032 button cell battery, checking that the polarity (+ and
– sides of the battery) matches the drawing in the battery compartment.
Close the compartment door.
Note: Make sure you dispose of batteries properly (see your local regulations).
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Install/Replace 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 control.
2. Pull the battery door to release the battery door latch and take out
the 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 batteries properly (see your local regulations).
The Remote Control controls basic functions on the iH11 and certain iPod functions when the iPod is docked in the iH11.
For best results, aim remote control towards the remote sensor on the left side of the unit.
To check for iPod compatibility
iH11 is an advanced system and supports most updated iPod features. To ensure your iPod works properly with the iH11,
please update your iPod firmware with the latest version, available through iTunes.
Installing Remote Battery
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 Power Off /Alarm Reset Button
 Snooze/Dimmer Button
Volume - Button  Reverse Button
 Forward Button
 Volume + Button
 Mute Button
 iPod Play/Pause Button
Sleep Button 
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Using The Optional Remote Control Unit

Setting the Clock Time
Note: Press the Clock Adj. Button once during normal operation to view the current time display format (12 hour or 24
hour format). 12 hour is the default format.
1. Press and hold the Clock Adj. Button for 2 seconds until the display flashes. Press the Hour Set Button until the
current hour is displayed. Next, press the Sleep/Minute Set Button to set the current minute.
2. Press the Clock Adj. Button again to confirm the clock setting. You should hear 2 beeps indicating the clock time is
set.
3. For 12 hour or 24 hour time format setting: Press the Alarm Set Button during time setting to set 12-hour or 24-hour
display format. Remember to set the correct AM or PM time (an icon to the right of the time display is the PM indicator;
there is no AM indicator).
4. During daylight saving time, set the DST Switch located on the backside of the unit to +1 to advance the time one
hour. The DST Icon will appear next to the time display to indicate DST is on. Set the switch to -1 to quickly set the time
back one hour at the end of daylight saving time.
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Setting Up the iH11
Note: Please make sure you are using the correct insert for your iPod (see page 1) and that it is properly docked into the
iH11. 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). The iH11
will not overcharge your iPod. Note that other non-docking iPods will NOT charge.
Charging your iPod

1. Dock the already playing iPod. The iH11 will automatically turn on and you will hear the music playing from your iPod.
The iPod Icon will appear at the right lower corner the display, indicating iPod playing mode.
For enhanced bass, slide the EXB Expanded Bass Switch located on the back of the unit to the ON position.
Note: If the playing song/music loudness is too low on the iPod itself, the iH11 may not detect that the iPod is in play mode.
Press the iPod Play/Pause Button on the iH11 or remote control twice to play it.
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When the iPod is docked and in standby mode, press the  iPod Play/Pause Button on the iH11 or remote control to play
it. The iPod Icon will appear at the right lower corner the display, indicating iPod playing mode.
3. Press the iPod Play/Pause Button again to pause play; press again to resume it.
4. Press the Volume + and Volume – Button on the iH11 or remote control to adjust the system volume. Press the
Mute Button on the remote control to mute the output; press Mute again to release it.
5. Press the >> or << (forward or reverse) Button 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.
6. To turn the iH11 OFF, press the Alarm Reset/Power Off Button on the iH11 or remote control. Your iPod will
continue charging while in the dock.
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Listening to your iPod
If you are using an iPod without a docking port or other MP3 player or portable audio device, you can still play it through
the iH11 via the Line-in Jack.
1. Plug one end of an audio patch cord (available at www.ihomeaudio.com) into the headphone or line-out jack on
your device and the other end of the patch cord into the iH11 Line-in Jack, located on the back of the unit.
2. Press the iPod Play/Pause Button on the iH11 or remote control to turn the iH11 on. The iPod Icon will appear at
the lower right corner the display, indicating Line-in playing mode.
3. Turn on and play your device.
4. Press the Volume + and Volume – Button on the iH11 or remote control to adjust the system volume. You may
need to adjust your device volume, too.
5. To turn othe iH11 OFF, press the Alarm Reset/Power Off Button on the iH11 or remote control. Please remember
to turn off your device, too.
Listening to a non-docking iPod or other portable audio devices

The iH11 Home System for iPod features “Sure Alarm”. If a power failure occurs or the AC adaptor is accidentally
disconnected, the unit will change to buzzer alarm to wake you up (provided you have installed backup battery).
This unit also features Gentle Waking, which gradually increases the volume of whatever alarm you set.
NOTE: TO WAKE TO iPod, YOUR iPod MUST BE PROPERLY DOCKED AND OFF (NOT IN PLAY MODE) OR NO
ALARM WILL SOUND. You CANNOT wake to Line in audio devices.
Setting the Alarm Time
1. Press and hold the Alarm Set Button for 2 seconds until the display flashes. Press the Hour Set Button until the
desired alarm hour is displayed. Next, press the Sleep/Minute Set Button to set the desired alarm minute.
Remember to set the correct AM or PM if you are using 12 hour clock format.
2. Press the Alarm Set Button again to exit the setting mode. You should hear 2 beeps indicating the alarm is set.
Note: Once you set the alarm time, the alarm will be automatically armed, indicated by the Alarm Icon. To disarm the alarm,
press the Alarm Set Button. The Alarm Icon will disappear and the alarm will not sound at the set time.
Note: Make sure to adjust volume level for comfortable wake up volume
4. When the alarm is sounding, the Alarm Icon will flash.
• To snooze during the alarm, press the Snooze/Dimmer Button. The alarm will be silenced for 9 minutes, then come
on again.
• To turn the alarm off, press the Alarm Reset/Power Off Button. The alarm will come on again the next day at the
same time.
5. If the alarm is not turned off after it sounds, it will play for approximately one hour then turn off automatically. This cycle
will repeat every 24 hours unless the controls are changed.
Note: Please make sure your iPod has enough songs to play for one hour, otherwise please set the iPod repeat mode to ON.
Note: If there is no iPod present or there is no music detected on the iPod at alarm time, the iH11 will automatically switch to
buzzer alarm.
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Alarm Operation

1. When the iH11 is off or while listening to your iPod, press the Sleep/Minute Set Button to enter sleep mode. The
Sleep Icon will appear on the display to indicate it is in sleep mode. Sleep mode has a Gentle Sleep feature which
gradually lowers the volume before it shuts off.
2. You can adjust the sleep timer from 90, 60, 30 or 15 minutes by pressing the Sleep/Minute Set Button again.The
unit will automatically turn off after the selected time.
3. When the display changes back to show the real time, pressing the Sleep/Minute Set Button once will show the
sleep time remaining. Pressing it again will change the sleep time to the next lowest increment.
4. The iH11 has an independent volume setting for sleep mode so you can adjust the sleeping volume without affecting the
alarm volume. Press the Volume + and Volume – Button on the iH11 or remote control to adjust the sleep volume.
The sleep volume will remain at that level the next time you enter sleep mode until controls are changed.
5. To stop listening at any time, press the Alarm Reset/Power Off Button on the iH11 or remote control to turn it off.
1. Press the Snooze/Dimmer Button on the iH11 (or the remote control) after the alarm sounds. The alarm will go off
and will come on again in approx. 9 minutes. You may repeat this cycle several times during the one hour alarm cycle.
2. During normal operation, press the Snooze/Dimmer Button to control the brightness (high, medium, low and off) of
the LCD display and side accent lights.
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Sleep Operation
Snooze/Dimmer Operation

A Consumer Guide to Product Safety
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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 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 flow 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 amplifiers) 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.
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 fire or electric shock.
11. Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be serviced by qualified 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.
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 power
cable should be unplugged 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 qualified service personnel.
Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com

Trouble Shooting
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Unit doesn’t respond
(no power)
iPod cannot dock
properly
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
Wall outlet is not functioning
Plug the AC adaptor into a wall outlet and plug the connector into
the power supply jack on the unit
Plug another device into the same outlet to confirm the outlet is working
iPod does not
respond to the unit iPod is not installed properly
iPod is not installed properly
Using no or wrong iPod insert
Remove your iPod from the connector and check for any
obstruction on the connectors in the dock and on your iPod.
Then reseat it in the dock.
iPod didn’t charge
up
iPod is not installed properly Remove your iPod from the connector and check for any
obstruction on the connectors in the dock and on your iPod.
Then reseat it in the dock.
Sound is distorted Volume level is set too high Decrease the volume. Turn off EXB bass effect
Sound source is distorted If iPod original sound source is poor quality, distortion and noise
are easily noticed with high-power speakers.
Try a different audio source such as a music CD.
Remove your iPod from the connector and check for any
obstruction on the connectors in the dock and on your iPod.
Then reseat it in the dock.
iPod is locked up
Using 1st or 2nd generation iPod or other device
Your iPod software is too old Upgrade software on your iPod. For details, visit
http://www.apple.com or iTunes
Please make sure your iPod is working properly before docking
it to the unit. Please refer to your iPod manual for details on
iPod operation.
SolutionSymptom Possible Problem
Make sure the dock insert is the proper fit for your iPod
iH11 cannot control those iPods or other devices.
iPod is locked up/frozen
iPod battery has problem
Please make sure your iPod is working properly before docking
it to the unit. Please refer to your iPod manual for details.
Remote Control is not pointed toward the
IR sensor
Point the Remote Control toward the IR sensor, within 10 feet of
the unit.
Remote Control
didn’t work
Battery weak Replace with new battery