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Model HiP99
The Hotel System
For Your iPhone or iPod®

Table of Contents
Quick Start ........................................................................................................................................................................1
Controls and Indicators / HiP99 display......................................................................................................................2-3
Setting Up the HiP99........................................................................................................................................................3
Operating the HiP99......................................................................................................................................................4-5
Replacing HiP99 Backup Batteries.................................................................................................................................5
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................................................6-7
A Consumer Guide to product Safety ............................................................................................................................8
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.
This equipment complies with the limits for a Class B digital device as specified in Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits provide reasonable
protection against radio and TV interference in a residential area.
However, your equipment might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly. To eliminate interference you can
try one or more of the following corrective measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and the radio or TV.
• Use outlets on different electrical circuits for the equipment and the radio or TV.
• Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician if the problem still exists.
Modifying or tampering with your system’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate the system’s warranty
and void your FCC authorization to operate it.
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.
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 Benzene, thinner
or similar materials can damage the surface of the unit.
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety

quick start
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Press the Radio button to select FM
radio mode. Turn the Set Wheel to
tune in a station. Press and hold a
desired preset button (1-3) to set
the current station as a preset.
Attach security tether to bottom of
the HiP99 and secure the other end
to a wall or other permanent
surface. Attach the rear cover on
the unit.
The HiP99 is preset to the Eastern
time zone. To change the time
zone:
• Press & hold the Time Zone
button on back until display
flashes
• Turn the Set Wheel to select
your time zone
• Press the Time Zone button
again
3:time zone
4:security
Staff can access Time Zone, Clock
Adjust, DST (Daylight Savings
Time), High/Low volume settings
and power supply jack on the rear
of the unit. Use the thumbscrew to
attach the rear cover after
adjusting settings.
5:radio
1:rear cover 2:power
Attach AC adaptor cable to jack on
back of the HiP99 and plug the
other end into a working wall
socket.
NOTE: When not in use, attached line-in cord plug must be stored
in plug holder on rear of unit to avoid improper operation
• Slide the DST switch on back of
unit to +1 to add an hour or to
-1 to subtract an hour or use the
AUTO setting.
• Press & hold the Clock Adjust
button on back until the display
flashes
• Turn the Set Wheel to set the
correct time
• Press the Clock Adjust button
and use set wheel again as
needed to set year and date
• Press the Clock Adjust button to
confirm settings when done
4:clock adjust

Top Panel
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Controls and Indicators
Rear Panel
Rear cover Thumb screw
Clock Adjust Button Volume Switch
FM Antenna
Time Zone ButtonAux-in cord DST switch
AC Adaptor Jack
Volume Wheel
Power Button
Dock Adjust Knob
Preset Buttons
USB Port
Set Wheel
Nature Sounds Button
Bedtime Beats Button
Alarm on/off Button
Snooze/Dimmer Button
Wake-to Button
Alarm set Button
Radio Button
Play/Pause Button
Dock

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HiP99 display
Setting Up the HiP99
Attach Rear Cover After Staff Adjusts These Control Settings and Functions:
Access to the power supply jack, time zone and clock and calendar settings and room volume is on the rear of the unit.
Attach the rear cover using the thumbscrew once these settings are complete to prevent tampering. Remove cover for any
future adjustments and reattach once adjustments are completed..
Connect HiP99 to Power Source
Plug the AC adaptor cable into the AC Adaptor Jack and the other end into a standard 120 VAC wall socket. Adaptor
must be plugged in to operate. The HiP99 does not operate on batteries.
Setting the Clock Time
This unit is a PRESET Clock/Radio; the clock is already preset at the factory. You just need to set the time zone for your
location.
1. Depending on your location and whether or not Daylight Saving Time (DST) is in effect, set the DST Switch located on
the back of the unit to +1 to add an hour or to -1 to subtract an hour or use the AUTO setting.
2. Set the DST Switch to AUTO to have the unit automatically adjust the time at the beginning and end of Daylight Saving
Time each year.
3. Press and hold the Time Zone Button located on the back of the unit. The Time Zone Indicator at the lower part of the
display flashes the current time zone. Turn the Set Wheel to select your time zone.
4. Press Time Zone Button again (or no button within 10 seconds) to exit the setting mode.
5. If the time showing is not correct, please see Setting Time and Calendar to set the clock.
Setting Time and Calendar
1. Press and hold the Clock Adjust Button located on the back of the unit until the time blinks on the display.
Turn the Set Wheel to adjust to correct time. Remember to set the correct AM or PM time.
2. Press the Clock Adjust Button again. The year will blink. Turn the Set Wheel until the current year is displayed.
3. Press the Clock Adjust Button again to adjust month and date. Turn the Set Wheel until the current month/date is
displayed.
4. Press the Clock Adjust Button again (or no button within 10 seconds) to exit the setting mode.
Room Volume
1. Slide the Volume Switch located on the back of the unit to High for large rooms or to Low for smaller rooms.
Alarm Indicator
iPod Indicator
Time Display
Battery Low Indicator
DST Indicator
AM/PM Indicator Wake to Indicator:
iPod, Radio, Buzzer
Radio Frequency / Alarm Time Display
Alarm Time AM/PM Indicator
FM Indicator

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Operating the HiP99
Using the Alarm
Setting the Alarm
1. Press the Alarm Set Button. The alarm time will flash on the lower right corner of the display.
2. Turn the Set Wheel to set the desired alarm time. Remember to set the correct AM or PM time.
3. Press the Alarm Set Button within 10 seconds to confirm the alarm time. An icon will appear on the display.
4. Press the Wake To Button at any time to select iPod/iPhone, radio or buzzer as your alarm source.
5. iPod/iPhone alarm will sound continually for 1 hour, radio/buzzer alarm will sound continually for 15 minutes.
6. This unit is equipped with a gentle wake system which increases the alarm sound from initial low volume to loudest.
Turn Alarm On or Off
Press the Alarm On/Off Button to arm or disarm the alarm function. When armed, the time and alarm source will show on
the bottom part of the display.
One Day Alarm
Once the alarm sounds it will be disarmed and must be set again to come on the following day. This prevents waking to
an unwanted alarm.
Snooze
Press the Snooze/Dimmer Button after the alarm sounds. The alarm will be silenced and come on again 9 minutes later.
Snooze can be pressed several times during the alarm period.
Sure Alarm
The HiP99 has a sure alarm feature so the buzzer alarm will sound in the event of power failure, if backup batteries are
installed.
Docking and Charging an iPhone or iPod
1. Turn the Dock Adjust Knob all the way towards the backwards position.
2. Gently dock the iPhone or iPod. Turn the Dock Adjust Knob to forwards until the iPhone/iPod is held firmly in place in
the dock. Do not overtighten.
While your iPhone/iPod is docked in the unit and the unit is connected to AC power, it recharges (until fully charged). It will
not overcharge the iPhone or iPod. Note that other non-docking iPod models will NOT charge.
Listening to iPhone/iPod
1. Dock an already playing iPhone/iPod. The HiP99 will automatically turn on and you will hear the music playing from your
iPhone/iPod. The iPod Icon will appear on the display, indicating iPhone/iPod playing mode.
Note: If the playing track volume is too low on the iPhone/iPod itself, HiP99 may not detect that the iPhone/iPod is in play
mode. If this happens, press the Button on the HiP99 to play it..
3. When an iPhone/iPod is docked and in standby mode, press the Button on the HiP99 to play it. The iPod Icon will
appear on the display, indicating iPhone/iPod playing mode.
4. Press the Button again to pause play; press again to resume it.
5. Turn the Volume Wheel to adjust the system volume.
6. To turn off the unit, press the Button. iPhone/iPod will continue charging while in the dock.
Listening to Bedtime Beats or Nature Sounds
This unit includes four soothing Bedtime Beats musical selections with reduced volume proven to provide better sleep.
1. To listen to built-in Bedtime Beats, press the Bedtime Beats Button on the HiP99. Press the button again as needed to
select different Bedtime Beats. The lower right part of the display will show “M-1” to “M-4” for different Bedtime Beats.
2. To listen to built-in Nature Sounds, press the Nature Sound Button on the HiP99. Press the button again as needed to
select different nature sounds. The lower right part of the display will show “n-1” to “n-4” for different nature sounds.
3. Turn the Volume Wheel to adjust the system volume.
4. To turn off the unit, press the Button.

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Install/Replace Backup Battery
The HiP99 uses a backup battery system to provide continuous alarm operation and clock
settings in the event of a power failure. If the Battery Low Icon located on the left of the
display is on, it is time to replace the backup batteries. Please make sure the AC adaptor
is connected, otherwise all settings may be lost during battery replacement.
Open the battery compartment cover located on the bottom of the unit. Insert 2 “AA”
batteries as indicated. Close the battery compartment.
We recommend the use of alkaline batteries for longer life.
Batteries information:
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon -zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
Replacing HiP99 Backup Batteries
Operating the HiP99
Listening to non-docking iPod or other portable audio devices
You can play an iPod without a docking port (or any other MP3 player/ portable audio device) through the HiP99 via the
Aux-in patch cord.
1. Plug the Aux-in patch cord into the headphone or line-out jack on your device.
2. Press Button to turn HiP99 on.
Note: Please make sure no iPhone/iPod is docked in, otherwise you will play iPhone/iPod only.
3. Turn on and play your device.
4. Turn the Volume Wheel to adjust the system volume. You may need to adjust your device volume, too.
5. To turn off the unit, press the Button. Please remember to turn off your device, too.
Listening to Radio
Setting up Antenna
Extend wire antenna fully for best reception. Do not strip, alter or attach to other antennas.
Tuning and Playing the Radio
1. Press the Radio Button to turn the HiP99 on in FM radio mode.
2. Turn the Set Wheel to tune the radio to a desired FM station. The current radio frequency will show in the lower right
corner of the display.
3. Turn the Volume Wheel to adjust the system volume.
4. To turn off the unit, press the Button (or press the Radio Button again).
5. To memorize the current station as a preset, press and hold one of the Preset Buttons (1-3) for 2 seconds. A beep will
confrim the station has been memorized. To access a preset station, just press the Preset Button once.
Dimmer Operation
During normal operation, press the Snooze/Dimmer Button to control the brightness of the LCD display.
USB Charger
The HiP99 has a USB 2.0 charging port located on the top of the unit which provides up to 500mA current to charge your
portbable device. Connect a USB cable (not included) from your device to the USB port to charge your device.
Note: Some devices may not charge using the USB port, even ones that can be charged by computer’s USB port.
Please read your device’s instruction book for details on charging requirements.

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HiP99 does not turn on AC adaptor isn't plugged into a working wall
socket or not plugged into the power supply
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. If outlet is controlled by a switch, make
sure the switch is ON.
HiP99 requires a reset If unit is plugged in and doesn't respond, try resetting the unit by
following these steps:
a)
remove iPhone/iPod from dock
b) unplug unit from power source
c) remove back up batteries then reinstall them
d) readjust settings then resume use
iPhone/iPod is not docked properly Remove your iPhone/iPod from the dock and check for obstruction on
the connectors in the dock and on your iPhone/iPod. Then reseat it in
the dock.
Battery Low icon
always on Batteries are weak Replace with new batteries
Batteries were not installed properly Check to make sure the polarity ( + and – ends) matches the diagram
in the battery compartment
iPhone/iPod does not
respond to the unit/
iPhone/iPod is playing
but no sound comes
out
iPhone/iPod is not docked properly Remove your iPhone/iPod from the dock and check for obstruction on
the connectors in the dock and on your iPhone/iPod. Then reseat it in
the dock.
Your iPhone/iPod software is too old Upgrade software on your iPhone/iPod. For details visit
http://www.apple.com or use iTunes on your computer
iPhone/iPod is locked up/plays but no sound
comes out Check the volume setting. Make sure your iPhone/iPod is working
properly before docking into the unit. Please refer to your iPhone/iPod
manual for details. See above for software upgrade information.
You may need to reset your iPhone/iPod. Refer to your iPhone or iPod
user guide for details on how to perform a reset
.
Using 1
st
or 2
nd
generation iPod, iPod Shuffle or
other devices. HiP99 cannot control those iPod models or other devices.
iPhone/iPod didn’t
charge up iPhone/iPod is not docked properly Remove your iPhone/iPod from the dock and check for obstruction on
the connectors in the dock and on your iPhone/iPod. Then reinsert it in
the dock.
iPhone/iPod is locked up/ frozen
iPhone/iPod battery has problem Please make sure your iPhone/iPod is working properly before docking
into the unit. Please refer to your iPhone/iPod manual for details.
Troubleshooting
Solution
Symptom Possible Problem
No sound from HiP99 Volume is set too low on HiP99 Make sure volume is turned up
Move unit away from potential sources of external interference such as
computers, modems, wireless devices (routers) or fluorescent light.
HiP99/iPhone/iPod
performance is erratic The HiP99 is reacting to external interference
HiP99 doesn’t respond

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Sound is distorted Volume level is set too high Decrease the volume
Sound source is distorted If the iPhone/iPod original sound source (MP3) is old or of poor
quality, distortion and noise are easily noticed with high-power
speakers. Try a different audio source such as a music CD.
If you are using an external sound source like older generation of iPod
or iPod Shuffle, try reducing the output volume on the device itself.
Also try turning bass boost OFF.
Troubleshooting
Solution
Symptom Possible Problem
Unit/adaptor gets
warm after extended
play at high volume
This is normal Turn unit off for awhile or lower volume
Alarm not working AM/PM time/alarm time not set correctly When setting clock or alarm time, take note of the AM and PM
indicator
FM radio is very noisy FM antenna or unit not located properly
Extend FM antenna fully and keep FM antenna and unit at least
3 feet away from AC adaptor

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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, that 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 AC adaptor of the type described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the appliance.
5. Power-Cord Protection – Power AC adaptor cords 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 cord exits the unit to where it is plugged into an
AC outlet.
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 outlet 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 outlets, 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 cord 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. Antenna – Do not connect an external antenna to the unit (other than that provided).
13. 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 cord should
be unplugged from the unit to prevent damage or corrosion.
14. 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.
15. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or
other hazards.
16. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
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A Consumer Guide to Product Safety

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