iHome iWBT5 User manual

Model: iWBT5
Instruction manual - US English
Size: 102 x 150 mm
Date: Jan 23, 2019
Mat’l: 100gsm paper (WF)
Color: Black text on white background
Cover
Warranty
Model: iWBT5
Bluetooth Dual Alarm Clock
Radio with
Apple Watch™ Charging
QUESTIONS? Visit www.ihome.com

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WELCOME
Thank you for choosing the iWBT5 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
GETTING STARTED
This unit ships with the following items. Please check to see that all
items are present.
1 iWBT5 speaker system
2 100-240V Universal AC power adaptor

FEATURES & FUNCTIONS
Mode Button
Power On/O
Button
Sleep Button
Alarm 2 Button
Apple Watch
Magnetic
Charging Module
Alarm 1 Button
Talk/End Call
Button
Snooze/Dimmer Button
2
Back panel
Bottom panel
Top panel
Voice/Play/
Pause/Presets
Button
Volume
Control
Buttons
+/– Settings
Buttons
Bluetooth
Pairing
Button
FM antenna
Battery Backup
Compartment
USB charging port Time Set
Button
DC jack
display
Dimmer Mode
DST
+1 -1 Auto
Auto Manual
Daylight Saving Time
(DST) Switch
Auto = automatically
adjusts display at start
and end of Daylight
Saving Time
Microphone
Auto Dimmer
Sensor
Dimmer Mode Switch
Auto = automatically
adjusts display
brightness via sensor
Manual = adjust display
brightness via
Snooze/Dimmer button

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CONNECTING AC ADAPTER
Display
This unit operates on AC power
using the included 100V-240V
universal AC adaptor. 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. The Power
Button will glow red.
Time Display
Alarm Time/Date Display
PM Indicator
AM Indicator
Bluetooth
Indicator
Wake-To/Mode Indicators
(Bluetooth/Tone/FM Radio)
Alarm
Indicators
Low Backup
Battery Indicator
RESET
RESET
TEST
TEST

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BACKUP BATTERY
The iWBT5 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:
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.
- Do not ingest the battery, Chemical Burn Hazard. This product contains a coin/button
cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal
burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.
- Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does
not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. If you
think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body,
seek immediate medical attention.”

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SETTING THE TIME:
TIME SYNC & MANUAL TIME SETTING
DST SWITCH
This unit has a Daylight Saving Time (DST) Switch on the bottom of the unit. By
default, the switch is set to Auto and will automatically adjust the time at the
start and end of Daylight Saving Time. To adjust this manually, move the switch
to -1 to subtract an hour or to +1 to add an hour.
Setting the time manually
1. Press and release the Time Set Button. “CLOCK SET” will appear on the display
and the time will flash. Press the +or –Buttons to set the correct time (hold
for rapid adjustment). Make sure to set the correct AM or PM time.
(The PM/AM indicators appear to the left of the time display.)
NOTE: The display can be set to standard 12 hour time (AM and PM) or to 24
hour time. To toggle between 12 and 24 modes, press and release the
Alarm 1 or Alarm 2 Button located on top of the unit at any time while display
is flashing during manual time setting mode.
2. Press and release the Time Set Button to confirm the current time setting.
The YEAR will flash on the display. Press the +or –Buttons to set the
correct year.
3. Press and release the Time Set Button to confirm the current year setting.
The DATE will flash on the display. Press the +or –Buttons to set the correct
month and day (hold for rapid adjustment).
4. Press and release the Time Set Button to confirm the current date setting.
Two beeps will sound to indicate time setting mode is complete.

SETTING AND USING THE ALARMS
Setting the alarms
This unit has two alarms which are set the same way. Instructions below use
“alarm button” to mean Alarm 1 Button to set alarm 1 and Alarm 2 Button to set
alarm 2. You can wake to your Bluetooth device, FM radio or to the built-in
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 and one
beep sounds.
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 schedule will
flash.
4. Press the +or –Buttons to set the desired alarm schedule: Wake 7 Days
(every day), Wake Weekday (week days only) or Wake Weekend (weekends
only).
5. Press the Alarm Button to confirm the alarm schedule. The WAKE indicator
will flash on the display. Press the +or –Buttons to select BT (Bluetooth), FM
radio or Tone, then press the Alarm Button to access preferences and
volume setting for the selected alarm source.
Wake to BT: If wake to Bluetooth (BT) is selected, press the +or –
Buttons to set the BT volume (can be set from 5–40). The
alarm will wake you to the last track played on the last linked
Bluetooth device.
Wake to Radio: If wake to FM is selected, press the +or –Buttons to select
a radio station to wake to, or press the Play/Pause Presets
Button as needed to select a preset station (see Memorizing
Radio presets on page 10 for details on setting presets).
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: Select to wake to tone to wake to buzzer alarm. Note: if
Bluetooth is not detected at alarm time, alarm will default to
tone.
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SETTING AND USING THE ALARMS
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6. 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.
NOTE: alarm volume is independent from normal volume.
Reviewing, arming/disarming 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 o, 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 scheduled day. (For
example, if your alarm schedule is set to Wake Weekday and you reset the
alarm on Friday, it will come on again on Monday, not on Saturday.)
CHARGING other device or Apple Watch
Charging Devices Via the USB Port
There are two 1 Amp USB ports located on the back of the unit for charging
devices while the unit is connected to AC power. Connect one end of a compati-
ble USB cable (not included) into a standard USB port on the unit and the other
end into the device you wish to charge. Some devices require higher amperage
USB charging ports. Monitor the charging status of your device. If the device
does not charge, you will need to use the charger that came with your device.
Charging Your Apple Watch Via the Apple Watch Magnetic
Charging Module
The Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Module works with Apple Watch, Apple
Watch Sport and Apple Watch Edition. Place your watch on the charger with
the watch face turned upward until the battery indicator on the watch shows it
is charged.

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LISTENING TO FM RADIO
Extend FM antenna for best reception.
Tuning and Playing the Radio
1. Press and release the Power Button to turn on the unit, then press and
release the Mode Button as needed to cycle through BT 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 and hold the +or –Buttons briefly to scan for the next clear
station.
3. To memorize a station as a preset:
A. Press the Play/Pause/Presets Button as needed to step through the 6
presets (P1 - P6) to the number you wish to assign, and then hold the
Play/Pause/Presets Button until the radio frequency 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 Play/Pause/Presets Button. 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 Play/Pause/Presets Button to choose the desired preset.
5. Press the or Button on the unit to adjust the system volume.
USING THE RADIO IN OTHER COUNTRIES
Dierent regions of the world use dierent 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. While unit is OFF, press and hold the
Mode Button for about 10 seconds
until the region flashes in the display
and a beep sounds .
2. Press
the +or –Buttons as needed to set the display to your region: USA,
EUROPE, JAPAN, AUSTRA (Australia), or CHINA.
3. 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.

PAIRING AND LISTENING TO BLUETOOTH
DEVICES
Pairing is the set-up process to introduce your Bluetooth-capable device to the
iWBT5. Once your device is paired, the iWBT5 can recognize it and you can play
your audio through it.
1. Press and hold the Bluetooth Pairing Button located on the back of the unit
for 3 seconds. The Bluetooth icon will flash and BLUETOOTH will appear on
the display and notes will sound indicating pairing mode.
2. “iHome iWBT5” will appear on your device’s Bluetooth menu. Select “iHome
iWBT5” to complete pairing. If prompted for a passcode, enter “1234” on your
device’s keypad. “Connected” or similar should appear on your device.
3. Tones will sound and the Bluetooth icon will appear solid indicating the iWBT5
is paired and ready to play music. If no device is successfully paired within 3
minutes the unit will default to previous mode.
4. Once the unit is paired to a device, it will attempt to autolink when the device
is within range (about 33 feet).
Listening to Bluetooth Audio
1. Press and release the Power Button to turn on the unit, then press and
release the Mode Button as needed to cycle through BT and FM radio modes.
2. When BT mode is selected, press the +or –Buttons to navigate to the
desired tracks. Adjust the volume on your BT device to maximum output.
3. Press the or Button on the unit to adjust the system volume. Press the
Button to pause Bluetooth audio, and again to unpause.
Using the Speakerphone
Unit must be ON and paired to a Bluetooth device to use Speakerphone mode.
1. When a call is received, playing music is muted to hear the ring tone and
“CALL” appears on the display. Press the Talk/End Call Button to answer the
call, or press and hold to reject the call. For call waiting function, press the
button again to answer a second call, and once more to return to the original
call. Press and hold to end the current call and return to a remaining call.
2. When a call is completed, press the Talk/End Call Button to end the call and
resume previous function.
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