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iD84 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

iD84 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
d)  wait a few minutes, 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 flashing

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/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 via 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.

iD84 cannot control those iPod models or other devices.

iPhone/iPod didn’t 
charge up

iPhone/iPod is not installed 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.

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.

No AM band radio 
sound but others OK

AM loop antenna is not connected to the unit

Plug the AM loop antenna connector to the jack on the back of the unit

AM band radio is very 
noisy 

Time sync didn’t work 

AM loop antenna isn’t located properly

Older iPod models such as iPod mini do not 
support time sync function

Move the AM loop antenna away from the main unit AC adaptor and 
rotate it for best reception

Make sure you are using an iPhone or newer iPod such as touch, 
nano or classic. If not available, set time manually (see page 4).

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Troubleshooting

Solution

Symptom

Possible Problem

No sound from iD84

Volume is set too low on iD84

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.

iD84/iPhone/iPod 
performance is erratic

The iD84 is reacting to external interference

iD84 doesn’t respond

Summary of Contents for iD84

Page 1: ... Printing color Black Mat l 100gsm book paper Oct 25 10 iHome Sleep works with iHome Radio alarm clock app internet radio app Note iHome Sleep and iHome Radio apps are not covered in detail in this booklet To learn more about how these apps can enhance your experience please download the free iHome Sleep app from the App Store and review the Start Guide ...

Page 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 p...

Page 3: ...e or iPod will charge while docked Press the Button on the iD84 to play your iPad iPhone or iPod remove the rubber dock pad iPad with cover 1 power RESETR E SET TESTT E ST DC 7 5V line in am antenna time zone time set DST 1 1 time sync set wakeup eq snooze dimmer Snap AM antenna into provided stand then plug antenna cable into socket on back of iD84 Move antenna 12 away Extend FM antenna 2 antenna...

Page 4: ...on back of the iD84 TIME SYNC will appear on the display followed by TIME UPDATED upon successful syncing 2 4 time sync Press the Mode Button as needed to select AM FM band Press the or Button to tune in a station See page 7 for programming presets set wakeup mode presets eq nap snooze dimmer 5 radio ...

Page 5: ...ubberized device rest Set Button Set Button Wakeup Button EQ Button Presets Button Mode Button Alarm 2 Button Rear Panel Top Panel Nap Button Alarm Reset Power App Settings Button Flexible 30 pin connector for iPad iPhone iPod DC 7 5V 3 5A line in am antenna time zone time set DST 1 1 time sync Alarm 1 Indicator iHome App Indicator Alarm 2 Indicator Battery Low Indicator Time Display PM Indicator ...

Page 6: ...Pod Classic older iPod models such as iPod mini do not support this feature 1 Press the Time Sync Button located at the back of the unit Time Sync flashes on the lower part of the display 2 Once sync is completed Time Updated will appear on the display 3 If sync was not successful Sync Failed will appear on the display If this happens please try again with a different iPhone iPod if needed If sync...

Page 7: ...laylist named iHome in iTunes and have it on your iPod iPhone The iD84 will play music randomly from within the iHome playlist NOTE you cannot wake to a playlist on your iPad For wake to app you must have the free iHome Sleep app installed and running on your iPad iPhone or iPod to set custom app alarms 4 Press the Alarm Button again then press the or Button to set the alarm volume 5 Press the Ala...

Page 8: ...low on the iPad iPhone iPod the iD84 may not detect iPod is in play mode Press the Button to play it 2 When an iPhone iPod is docked and in standby mode press the Button to play it iPod will appear on the display to indicate iPod playing mode 3 Press the Button again to pause play press again to resume it 4 Press the or Button to skip to the next or previous track on your iPad iPhone iPod Press an...

Page 9: ... of a standard audio patch cord not included into the headphone or line out jack on your device and the other end of the patch cord into the iD84 Aux in Jack located on the back of the unit 2 Press the Mode Button until Aux in appears in the lower part of the display 3 Turn on and play your device 4 Press the or Button to adjust the system volume You may need to adjust the volume on your external ...

Page 10: ...the Mode Button for about 5 seconds until Radio xxx appears in the lower part of display Press the or Button to set the xxx to your region 2 Press the Mode Button again or no button within 5 seconds to exit the radio frequency setting mode We recommend the use of alkaline batteries for longer life The iD84 comes with 2 AA back up batteries installed to provide continuous alarm operation and clock ...

Page 11: ...ed 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 sock...

Page 12: ...od 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 1st or 2nd generation iPod iPod Shuffle or other devices iD84 cannot control those iPod models or other devices iPhone iPod didn t charge up iPhone iPod is not installed properly Remove your iPhone iPod from the ...

Page 13: ...ile or lower volume Lower EQ settings EQ settings are too high For example if the treble is too high the 3D effect may not sound as good Custom snooze time not set Alarm not working AM PM time alarm time not set correctly When setting clock or alarm time take note of the AM PM indicators Alarm time or source selected for alarm 2 not alarm 1 or vice versa 7 5 2 days setting is not correct 7 days is...

Page 14: ... insured to the Factory Service Center listed below Consumer Repair Department SDI Technologies Inc 1330 Goodyear Dr El Paso TX 79936 6420 Disclaimer of Warranty NOTE This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed It does not cover i products which have been damaged by negligence or willful actions misuse or accident or which have been modified or repa...

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