iHome iPL22 User manual

Model: iPL22
Instruction manual - US English
Size: 102 x 150 mm
Date: Jan 7, 2014
Mat’l: 100gsm paper (WF)
Color: Black text on white background
Cover
Warranty
Model iPL22
FM clock radio with
charge + play for
iPhone or iPod
QUESTIONS? Visit www.ihome.com
FCC Information
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 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.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/UMB-3(B)

Model: iPL22
Instruction manual - US English
Size: 102 x 150 mm
Date: Jan 7, 2014
Mat’l: 100gsm paper (WF)
Color: Black text on white background
Cover
Warranty
Model iPL22
FM clock radio with
charge + play for
iPhone or iPod
QUESTIONS? Visit www.ihome.com
FCC Information
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 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.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/UMB-3(B)

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WELCOME
Thank you for choosing the iPL22 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
iHome products, please visit www.ihome.com. Note that details on
using iHome apps with this unit are not covered in this booklet. For
information on using iHome apps, please visit www.ihome.com/apps
GETTING STARTED
This unit ships with the following items. Please check to see that all
items are present.
1 iPL22 speaker system
2 100-240V Universal AC power adaptor
FEATURES & FUNCTIONS
Mode Button
Power On/Off
Button
Time Set/Sleep button
Alarm button
Snooze/Dimmer Button
2
Back panel
Display
Top panel
DC Jack
Main Display (Time, mode, FM frequency, etc.)
Volume Indicator
PM Indicator
WAKE-TO Indicator
(iPod/FM/Tone (buzzer)
Alarm
Indicator
iPod
Indicator
Low Backup
Battery Indicator
Sleep Indicator
FM Indicator
Lightning Dock
Rubber Backrest
Raise Volume Button
Lower Volume Button –/+ Settings Buttons
Aux-in Jack
FM antenna
Presets/Play/
Pause Button
aux-in
DC 5V 2.8A

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WELCOME
Thank you for choosing the iPL22 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
iHome products, please visit www.ihome.com. Note that details on
using iHome apps with this unit are not covered in this booklet. For
information on using iHome apps, please visit www.ihome.com/apps
GETTING STARTED
This unit ships with the following items. Please check to see that all
items are present.
1 iPL22 speaker system
2 100-240V Universal AC power adaptor
FEATURES & FUNCTIONS
Mode Button
Power On/Off
Button
Time Set/Sleep button
Alarm button
Snooze/Dimmer Button
2
Back panel
Display
Top panel
DC Jack
Main Display (Time, mode, FM frequency, etc.)
Volume Indicator
PM Indicator
WAKE-TO Indicator
(iPod/FM/Tone (buzzer)
Alarm
Indicator
iPod
Indicator
Low Backup
Battery Indicator
Sleep Indicator
FM Indicator
Lightning Dock
Rubber Backrest
Raise Volume Button
Lower Volume Button –/+ Settings Buttons
Aux-in Jack
FM antenna
Presets/Play/
Pause Button
aux-in
DC 5V 2.8A

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CONNECTING TO AC POWER
This unit operates on AC power using the included 100V-240V universal AC
adaptor for charging and playing your iPhone or iPod .
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.
The iPL22 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 on page 4.
BACKUP BATTERY
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BACKUP BATTERY (CONTINUED)
BATTERY INFORMATION
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).
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.
Installing Backup Battery
For models that use Lithium batteries
• Lithium batteries can explode or cause burns if disassembled, shorted,
recharged, exposed to water, fire, or high temperatures. & not handled
appropriately
•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.
aux-in
DC 5V 2.8A
5V 2.8A
RESET
RESET
TEST
TEST

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CONNECTING TO AC POWER
This unit operates on AC power using the included 100V-240V universal AC
adaptor for charging and playing your iPhone or iPod .
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.
The iPL22 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 on page 4.
BACKUP BATTERY
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BACKUP BATTERY (CONTINUED)
BATTERY INFORMATION
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).
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.
Installing Backup Battery
For models that use Lithium batteries
• Lithium batteries can explode or cause burns if disassembled, shorted,
recharged, exposed to water, fire, or high temperatures. & not handled
appropriately
•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.
aux-in
DC 5V 2.8A
5V 2.8A
RESET
RESET
TEST
TEST

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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 whenever you dock it in the Lightning
dock. When successful, the updated time will appear on the display. If
sync is unsuccessful, try to sync again using a dierent 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 when the display is flashing 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), FM radio or
to the built-in tone (buzzer) alarm. The alarm will sound for 60 minutes
or until reset/turned o.
1. Press and hold the Alarm Button until the alarm time display flashes
with one beep.
2. Press the +or –Buttons to adjust the display to the desired alarm 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.
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 iPod (Lightning dock), FM radio or tone (buzzer), then
press the Alarm Button to access volume setting for the selected
alarm source.
Wake to iPod: If wake to iPod (Lightning dock) 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.
Wake to radio: If wake to FM is selected, press the +or –Buttons or the
presets Button 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 tone
(buzzer): No adjustments, see step 4. to confirm alarm setting.
4. Press the Alarm Button to exit and confirm alarm settings (two beeps
will sound). An alarm icon will appear on the display, indicating that
the alarm is set and armed.

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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 whenever you dock it in the Lightning
dock. When successful, the updated time will appear on the display. If
sync is unsuccessful, try to sync again using a dierent 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 when the display is flashing 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), FM radio or
to the built-in tone (buzzer) alarm. The alarm will sound for 60 minutes
or until reset/turned o.
1. Press and hold the Alarm Button until the alarm time display flashes
with one beep.
2. Press the +or –Buttons to adjust the display to the desired alarm 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.
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 iPod (Lightning dock), FM radio or tone (buzzer), then
press the Alarm Button to access volume setting for the selected
alarm source.
Wake to iPod: If wake to iPod (Lightning dock) 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.
Wake to radio: If wake to FM is selected, press the +or –Buttons or the
presets Button 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 tone
(buzzer): No adjustments, see step 4. to confirm alarm setting.
4. Press the Alarm Button to exit and confirm alarm settings (two beeps
will sound). An alarm icon will appear on the display, indicating that
the alarm is set and armed.

USING THE AUX-IN JACK
1. Connect a standard audio cable with 3.5mm plug to the Aux-in Jack
on the back of the unit and connect the other end to the headphone
or aux-out jack on your audio device.
2. Press the Power Button to turn the unit on.
3. Press the Mode Button to cycle unit to AUX mode.
4. Control audio playback and navigate tracks and menus on your audio
device.
5. Press the or Buttons on the unit to adjust the system volume.
You may need to adjust the volume on your audio device, too.
6. Press the Power Button to turn o the unit.
NOTE: Connecting an already playing device will turn on the unit in Aux
mode, or switch audio playing in iPod or FM mode to Aux mode audio.
LISTENING TO FM RADIO
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 iPod (Lightning dock),
FM radio and Aux modes.
2. When FM mode is selected, press the +or –Buttons to tune the radio to a
desired station. The current radio frequency appears on 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 presets Button as needed to step through the 6 presets
(P1 - P6) to the number you wish to assign, and then hold the presets
Button until the current radio frequency begins flashing in the display
and a beep sounds.
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 presets 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 presets Button to choose the desired preset.
5. Press the or Button on the unit to adjust the system volume.
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REVIEWING AND RESETTING THE ALARM
Press and release the Alarm Button at any time to review the current alarm
settings. While reviewing, press and release the Alarm Button to toggle
the alarm on or o. 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 o/disarm the alarm. The alarm icon will
disappear.
CHARGING YOUR iPHONE OR iPOD
The Lightning dock on the unit is designed so you can dock your iPhone
or iPod without having to remove most cases or “skins”. However,
some thicker cases may interfere with proper docking and should be
removed if your device does not charge or play music while docked.
1. Gently dock your iPhone or iPod into the flexible Lightning dock
located on the top of the unit
While your iPhone/iPod is docked in the unit the unit is connected to
AC power, it recharges (until fully charged). The unit will not
overcharge your iPhone/iPod.
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
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 iPod Icon will appear at the right side of the display, indicating
iPhone/iPod playing mode. Docking a playing device will switch the
unit to iPod mode automatically if unit is in FM or Aux 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 presets
Button to play it. Press again as needed to pause and resume play.
3 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 o the unit. You can also turn the
unit o by undocking a playing device.
NOTE: Press the Mode Button to cycle from iPod (Lightning dock) to
FM radio and AUX modes.
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USING THE AUX-IN JACK
1. Connect a standard audio cable with 3.5mm plug to the Aux-in Jack
on the back of the unit and connect the other end to the headphone
or aux-out jack on your audio device.
2. Press the Power Button to turn the unit on.
3. Press the Mode Button to cycle unit to AUX mode.
4. Control audio playback and navigate tracks and menus on your audio
device.
5. Press the or Buttons on the unit to adjust the system volume.
You may need to adjust the volume on your audio device, too.
6. Press the Power Button to turn o the unit.
NOTE: Connecting an already playing device will turn on the unit in Aux
mode, or switch audio playing in iPod or FM mode to Aux mode audio.
LISTENING TO FM RADIO
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 iPod (Lightning dock),
FM radio and Aux modes.
2. When FM mode is selected, press the +or –Buttons to tune the radio to a
desired station. The current radio frequency appears on 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 presets Button as needed to step through the 6 presets
(P1 - P6) to the number you wish to assign, and then hold the presets
Button until the current radio frequency begins flashing in the display
and a beep sounds.
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 presets 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 presets Button to choose the desired preset.
5. Press the or Button on the unit to adjust the system volume.
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REVIEWING AND RESETTING THE ALARM
Press and release the Alarm Button at any time to review the current alarm
settings. While reviewing, press and release the Alarm Button to toggle
the alarm on or o. 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 o/disarm the alarm. The alarm icon will
disappear.
CHARGING YOUR iPHONE OR iPOD
The Lightning dock on the unit is designed so you can dock your iPhone
or iPod without having to remove most cases or “skins”. However,
some thicker cases may interfere with proper docking and should be
removed if your device does not charge or play music while docked.
1. Gently dock your iPhone or iPod into the flexible Lightning dock
located on the top of the unit
While your iPhone/iPod is docked in the unit the unit is connected to
AC power, it recharges (until fully charged). The unit will not
overcharge your iPhone/iPod.
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
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 iPod Icon will appear at the right side of the display, indicating
iPhone/iPod playing mode. Docking a playing device will switch the
unit to iPod mode automatically if unit is in FM or Aux 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 presets
Button to play it. Press again as needed to pause and resume play.
3 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 o the unit. You can also turn the
unit o by undocking a playing device.
NOTE: Press the Mode Button to cycle from iPod (Lightning dock) to
FM radio and AUX modes.
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