iHome iBT84 User manual

Color Changing Rechargeable
Bluetooth Speaker
with Speakerphone
instruction manual
Model: iBT84
CHARGE
BEFORE
USE

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the iHome iBT84. This product is designed to
provide high quality wireless sound for your iPad, iPhone, iPod, computer,
PDA or other Bluetooth audio device.
This instruction booklet explains the basic operation and care of the unit.
Please read them carefully and keep for future reference.
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.
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iBT84
What’s Included
• iBT84 speaker
• USB charging cable
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USB charging cable

iBT84
Back
Meet Your iBT84
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Top
Red Charging Status
Indicator Light
Blue Bluetooth Status
Indicator Light
Power On/O button
Front
Microphone
Bluetooth/
Speakerphone
Button
Color Mode Button
(press and hold for
Battery Review)
Lower/Raise
Volume Buttons
USB Out Port
(charges other
devices)
USB In Port
(charges unit)
Aux-in Jack
Splashproof seal
(press on lower left corner of
seal first for easiest seal closing)
Reset port

Charging the Unit
CHARGE UNIT BEFORE USE/KEEP UNIT OFF FOR FASTER CHARGING
1. Connect the micro USB plug on the included USB cable to the micro
USB In charging port on the back of the unit.
2. Connect the standard USB plug end of the cable to a powered USB
port on a computer, a USB AC adaptor or other USB charging device.
For first time use, charge unit for about 4 hours. The red charging
status indicator LED on top right of the unit blinks when battery needs
charging, turns solid while charging and turns o once unit is fully
charged.
TIP: On some iOS (Apple)
devices, you can view the iBT84
battery status on your device’s
screen. When device is paired
and connected, look for a
vertical battery icon next to the
Bluetooth icon on the upper
right corner of the
device’s screen.
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Charge via computer USB port, USB AC adaptor or other powered USB port
iHome iBT84 USB port
Computer USB port
Computer
connected to
working outlet
iHome iBT84 USB port
USB AC adaptor
(not included)
USB AC adaptor
connected to working outlet

3.To review the charging status of the unit while it is charging, press and
hold the Color Mode Button. The cabinet lights will flash green from
bottom to top for 5 seconds to show unit is charging.
Reviewing Battery Charge Level
(Charger is Disconnected and unit is ON)
1. Press and hold the Color Mode Button when unit is ON but not
charging (micro USB cable not connected) to enter Battery Review
Mode. The cabinet lights will blink and built-in voice will announce the
current battery level.
Charging Devices Via USB Out Port (Charger is Disconnected
and unit is ON)
NOTE: The iBT84 will only charge devices when operating on the
internal battery (when NOT connected to power source via the USB
POWER IN port).The unit must be powered ON to charge devices via the
USB Out Port. To charge devices via USB while operating on the internal
battery, we recommend that the unit be fully charged first. The iBT84 will
not charge external devices via USB when internal rechargeable battery is
too low (red indicator is blinking). To save battery power, USB charging is
limited to 1 hour when no audio is playing.
1. Lift splashproof cover on the back of the unit to expose the USB Out
Port.
2. Connect the standard size end of a USB cable (not included) to the
USB Out Port and connect the other end to the charging port on your
device.
3.Press and hold the Power On/O Button for 2 seconds to turn the unit
ON.
4.Some devices require more power than the 1 Amp the USB Out Port
provides. Monitor the charging progress on your deivice. If your device
does not charge, use the charger that came with it.
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Pairing Your Device
Pairing is the set-up process to introduce your Bluetooth-capable device to
the iBT84. Once your device is paired, the iBT84 can recognize it and you can
play your audio through it.
1. Turn on your Bluetooth device and make it “discoverable”
by turning on Bluetooth mode (check in Options or
Settings).
2. Press and hold the Power On/O Button for 2 seconds to
turn on the iBT84. The first time the unit is powered on, it
will enter auto-pairing mode and attempt to connect to a
Bluetooth device (see step 4). Otherwise, power on, then
follow step 3 to begin pairing.
3. Press and hold the Bluetooth/Speakerphone Button for 2
seconds. The iBT84 will beep and the Bluetooth status
indicator light on top of the unit will flash quickly.
If Color Mode is on, the cabinet lights will flash blue and
red.
4. “iHome iBT84” should appear in your device’s Bluetooth
menu. If “Not Paired”, “Not Connected” or similar
message appears, select “iHome iBT84” to connect it. If
prompted for a passcode, enter “1234” on your device’s
keypad.
5. If pairing is successful, 1 beep will sound and the Bluetooth status
indicator light will appear solid blue (in Color Mode, cabinet will flash
blue twice), indicating the iBT84 is ready to play music. There should
also be an indication on your device. If no device is successfully paired
within 3 minutes the iBT84 will default to previous mode. Once the
iBT84 is paired to a device, it will attempt to autolink when the device
is within range (about 33 feet).
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Using the iBT84
For iPhone
iHome iBT84 iHome iBT84
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For other

Pairing with a Dierent Device
When you power ON the speaker, it will automatically link with the previously
paired Bluetooth device as long as that device is still within range (about 33 feet).
To pair with a dierent device follow steps 1 - 4 under ”Pairing Your Device” on
previous page.
Playing Audio Via Bluetooth
1. Press and hold the Power On/O Button for 2 seconds to turn on the unit. The
Bluetooth status indicator will glow solid blue when a linked device is in range
and detected. You can then listen to audio streamed wirelessly from your paired
Bluetooth device.
2. Use controls on your Bluetooth device to play, pause and navigate tracks.
3. Press the +or –Button to adjust the iBT84 volume. You can also adjust volume
on your device.
4. When done listening, press the Power On/O Button to turn the unit OFF.
Remember to turn o your device, too.
Speakerphone Operation
NOTE: The unit must be powered on and linked to a Bluetooth phone to receive a
call.
1. When a call is received, playing music is muted to hear the ring tone and the
cabinet lights flash green. Press the Bluetooth/Speakerphone Button to
answer the call. For call waiting function, press the button again to answer the
second call, and once more to return to the original call.
2. When a call is completed, press the Bluetooth/Speakerphone Button to end
the call and resume previous function.
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Playing Audio via Aux In
1. Connect micro USB charging/audio cable to the
Charging/Aux-in USB Port on the side of the
unit and connect the 3.5mm audio plug end to
the headphone or line-out jack on your audio
device.
2. Press and hold the Power On/O Button for 2
seconds to turn the unit ON.
3. Power on the audio device and use the controls
on the device to play or pause audio and to
navigate tracks.
4. Press the –or +Button to adjust the system
volume. You can also adjust volume on your
device.
5. When done listening, slide the Power On/O
Switch to OFF turn the unit OFF. Remember to
turn o your device, too.
Using Color Modes
There are six color modes, which you cycle through in this order:
a. Slow Fade (colors slowly fade from one into the next
b. Fast Change (colors change rapidly)
c. One Color (select a favorite color)
d. Pulse to Music (lights flash to the beat of the music)
e. Preset Pulsing (each light array pulses through its own preset pattern of colors)
f. O (no display)
1. Press and hold the Power On/O Button for 2 seconds to turn the unit ON.
2. Press the Color Mode Button repeatedly to cycle to the desired color mode.
For One Color mode, first cycle to Fast Change mode and press the Color
Mode Button when the desired color appears. For Pulse to Music, make sure the
volume on your connected Bluetooth device is above 50%.
3. When done, slide the Power On/O Switch to OFF turn the unit OFF.
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Unit doesn’t respond (no power)
• Make sure unit is completely charged.
• Check that all connections are correct and properly plugged in.
• Make sure your device is properly paired with the iBT84.
• Make sure the unit is on
Unit doesn’t respond (locked up/ “frozen”)
If the unit does not respond, try resetting the unit by inserting the end of a
paperclip or similar into the Reset Port located under the splashproof seal
on the back of the unit .
To clear Bluetooth settings, press and hold both the Bluetooth/
Speakerphone Button for about 10 seconds. Note that doing so will clear
settings, and any Bluetooth devices will need to be re-paired.
Trouble pairing device with iBT84
Bluetooth implementation varies depending on your device’s hardware and
operating system. Please see our website for updates on pairing.
• When you power ON the speaker, it will automatically link with the last
previously paired Bluetooth device if the device is still within range
(about 33 feet). To pair with a dierent device you must turn o
Bluetooth capability on the already paired device, or take it out of range.
• If your device does not auto-link when within range, re-pair the device. To
do so, first delete the iBT84 from your Bluetooth devices menu.
• Make sure your device is working properly. Check your device’s manual
for details on Bluetooth pairing and linking.
For further information and to see the latest instructions, visit
www.ihome.com/support
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Troubleshooting