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iBT97

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the iHome iBT97. This product is designed to provide high quality wireless 
sound for your iPad, iPhone, iPod, computer, or other Bluetooth audio device.
 
Along with the included Quick Bluetooth Connection Guide this instruction booklet explains the basic 
operation and care of the unit. Please read them carefully and keep for future reference.

•  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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Maintenance

Summary of Contents for iBT97

Page 1: ...iBT97 instruction manual iBT97 IB Size 153mm x 120mm Printing color Black Apr 23 13 P1 Bluetooth Wireless FM Clock Radio with USB Charging ...

Page 2: ...the unit Please read them carefully and keep for future reference 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 Str...

Page 3: ... 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 Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à l...

Page 4: ...ing Alarm Off Setting Gentle Wake Timer 8 Snooze Dimmer Button Sleep and Nap Modes 9 Using Bluetooth Pairing Your Device 10 Playing Audio Via Bluetooth Using the Speakerphone 11 Playing Audio Via Aux in Charging Devices via USB Port 12 Using FM Radio in Other Countries 13 Replacing and Installing Clock Backup Battery 14 Troubleshooting 15 Consumer Product Safety Guide 16 17 Warranty 18 P4 ...

Page 5: ...backrest iBT97 A removable backrest is included with the unit for best stability when resting a device on top of the unit in either portrait or landscape orientation 1 To remove the flat rubberized rest press down on the front of the rest and remove it 2 To place the backrest gently slide the front tabs into place 1 2 ...

Page 6: ...ower Button Talk Button End Button Plus Minus Settings Buttons Volume Up Button EQ Pairing Button Volume Down Button Play Pause and Presets Button Wakeup alarm Skip Button Sleep Button Snooze Dimmer Button Microphone Alarm 1 Alarm 2 Buttons Backrest Landscape insert ...

Page 7: ...DC Jack USB Charging Port Aux in Jack iBT97 P7 Meet Your iBT97 Back Bottom 3 usb charging DC 12V 2 5A FM Antenna Backup Battery Compartment ...

Page 8: ...ck located on the back of the unit and connect the other end to a working wall outlet 4 P8 Alarm Active Indicator Bluetooth Indicator PM AM Indicators Date Alarm time Mode Indicator Radio Bluetooth Aux in Time Display Low Backup Battery Indicator usb charging DC 12V 2 5A RESET RESET TESTT E ST ...

Page 9: ...n again to confirm the time The year will flash Press the or Buttons to adjust the display to the current year hold for rapid setting 4 Press the Nap Clock Set Button to confirm the year The date will flash Press the or Buttons to adjust the display to the current month and date hold for rapid setting 5 Press the Nap Clock Set Button to confirm the time and exit clock setting mode 2 beeps will con...

Page 10: ...appears on the display 2 Press and release the Presets Button as needed until the preset number P1 P6 you wish to sets is displayed then press and hold the Presets Button to enter setting mode One beep will sound 3 Press the or Buttons to tune the radio to the desired station hold to scan for the next clear station 4 Press and release the Presets Button to confirm 2 beeps will sound to confirm the...

Page 11: ...eekdays Monday through Friday wake weekends Saturday and Sunday 5 Press the Alarm 1 Button to confirm the alarm schedule setting The wake to source display will flash 6 Press the or Buttons to select the desired wake to alarm source Bluetooth BT radio tone or buzzer Wake to Bluetooth BT You will wake to the currently linked Bluetooth device If no device is detected the alarm will default to curren...

Page 12: ...play will show ALM 1 SKIP or ALM 2 SKIP until the specified alarm time is passed then alarm skip is deactivated and the unit returns to normal alarm function Setting the Gentle Wake Timer The unit has an adjustable gentle wake feature that gradually increases the volume of the alarm from 05 up to the set wake volume over time the default duration is 15 seconds You can adjust the duration of the gr...

Page 13: ...brightness of the display press and release the Snooze Dimmer Button during normal operation when no alarm is sounding to cycle through the brightness display settings Sleep and Nap Modes This unit allows you to sleep or nap to the current sound source 1 To set Sleep time press and release the Sleep Button as needed to cycle to the desired sleep duration 120 90 60 30 or 15 minutes or OFF turns the...

Page 14: ...e to connect it If your device asks for a password enter 1234 on the keyboard of your device If no device is paired within 2 minutes a tone will sound and the unit will revert to its previous mode To retry pairing turn the unit OFF then back ON then follow steps 2 4 again 5 Once paired with a device the Bluetooth indicator on the display will stop flashing then the Bluetooth icon will remain On so...

Page 15: ...ning press the Button to turn the unit off Remember to turn off your audio device too Using the Speakerphone NOTE The unit does NOT have to be powered on to receive a call A Bluetooth phone must be linked 1 When a call is received playing music is muted to hear the ring tone Press the green Talk Button to answer the call the calling number will appear on the display or press the red End Button to ...

Page 16: ...just the volume on the unit 5 When done listening press the Button to turn the unit off Remember to tun off your audio device too iBT97 Using the 12 P16 Charging Devices via USB Port 1 Connect the standard size end of a USB cable not included to the USB Port on back of the unit and connect the other end to the charging port on your device 2 Monitor the charging on your device Some devices use a pr...

Page 17: ... to USA frequency steps To use the radio outside the USA 1 Make sure unit is OFF Press and hold the Mode Button for 5 seconds until USA appears in the display 2 Press and release or Buttons to cycle to your location Europe Japan Australia China or USA 3 Press the Mode Button again to exit frequency setting mode iBT97 Using the 13 P17 ...

Page 18: ...r you should replace the backup battery as soon as possible Purchase a replacement CR2450 battery available wherever batteries are sold and follow steps 1 3 below to install the replacement battery To replace the backup battery IMPORTANT When replacing the backup battery be sure to have the unit connected to the AC outlet to maintain all of your settings otherwise it will be necessary to reset the...

Page 19: ...BT97 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 unit it will automatically link with the last previously paired Bluetooth device if the device is still within range about 30 feet To pair with a different device you must turn off Bluetooth capability on the already paired device or take...

Page 20: ...ion 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 typ...

Page 21: ...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 ...

Page 22: ...for why the unit is being returned and the return authorization number No unit can be processed without a return authorization number 4 Write the return authorization number on the side of the shipping package and send the unit prepaid and insured to the Factory Service Center address authorized by SDI Customer Service Disclaimer of Warranty NOTE This warranty is valid only if the product is used ...

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