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Model: iH170- English

Instruction Manual - Rear

Date: April 21,10

Print color : 1C+1C Black text on white paper

Fold : 4 fold

Size: 427W x 224H mm

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iH170-042110-Eng-A

Connecting the Optional Adapter

Connect optional

AC adapter

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A Consumer Guide to Product Safety

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, 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 type described in the operating instructions 

or as marked on the appliance.

5.   

Power-Cable Protection

 – Power supply cables 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 cable exits the unit to where 

it is plugged into an AC socket.

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 socket 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 sockets, 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 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 a month or longer, the power 

cable should be unplugged from the unit to prevent damage or corrosion.

13. 

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.

 Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com 

 

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1.  Dock an already playing iPod and the iH170 will automatically turn on.You will hear the music playing from your iPod. 

Note:

 If the volume on the playing audio is too low on the iPod, the iH170 may not detect that the iPod is in play 

mode. Press the     button once to play iPod.

2.  When the iPod is docked and in standby mode, press the      button on the iH170 to play your iPod. 
3.  Press 

play/pause

 on your iPod to pause play; press again to resume it.

4.  Press the       or        buttons on the iH170 to adjust the system volume.
5.  To turn off the unit, press the      button on the iH170.

Listening to Your iPod

Listening to non-docking iPod or other audio devices

1.  Plug one end of an audio cable (

available at www.ihomeaudio.com

) into the headphone or line-out jack on your device 

and the other end of the patch cord into the iH170 Aux-in Jack.

2.  Press the     button to turn the iH170 on.
3.  Press the      or        Buttons on the iH170 to adjust the system volume. You may need to adjust your device volume, too.
4.  To turn off the iH170, press the      button.  Please remember to turn off your device, too.

NOTE

: Do not connect and try to play an aux audio device while a docked iPod is playing or you will hear both.

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Trouble Shooting

Unit doesn’t 
respond
(no power)

iPod does not 
dock properly

iPod does not 
respond to the 
unit 

iPod doesn’t 
charge up

Sound is distorted

Batteries are weak/dead

Batteries are weak/dead

Replace current batteries with fresh ones

Replace current batteries with fresh ones

Using no or wrong iPod insert

Possible Problem

Symptom

Solution

iPod is not docked properly

Your iPod software is too old

iPod is locked up 

iPod is not docked properly

Unit is operating on batteries/not
 connected to AC adapter

iPod is locked up/frozen

iPod battery has problem
Volume level is set too high
Sound source is distorted

Make sure the dock insert is the proper fit to your iPod
Remove your iPod from the dock and check for 

obstruction on the connectors in the dock and on your 

iPod. Then reseat it in the dock.
Remove your iPod from the dock and check for 

obstruction on the connectors in the dock and on your 

iPod. Then reseat it in the dock.

Upgrade software on your iPod via iTunes
Please refer to your iPod manual for details.Please make

sure your iPod is working properly before docking in

the unit. 

Remove your iPod from the dock and check for 

obstruction on the connectors in the dock and on your 

iPod. Then reseat it in the dock.

Please refer to your iPod manual for details. Please make
sure your iPod is working properly before dock into the unit. 

Decrease the volume.

Unit will not charge iPod when running on batteries. 
Connect unit to optional AC adapter to charge iPod

If iPod original sound source is 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 iPod Shuffle or external sound source 

like older generation iPod, try reducing the output volume 

on the device itself. Also, try reducing bass.   

Dock or connector is obstructed

iPod touch and iPhone (touchscreen 
units) will not respond if turned off 
completely

Press and hold the wake/sleep button on top of your 
iPhone/iPod touch to turn it on.

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iHome Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI Technologies), warrants this product to be free from defects 

in workmanship and materials, under normal use and conditions, for a period of 90 days from the date of original purchase.
Should this product fail to function in a satisfactory manner, it is best to first return it to the store where it was originally purchased. Should 

this fail to resolve the matter and service still be required by reason of any defect or malfunction during the warranty period, SDI Technologies 

will repair or, at its discretion, replace this product without charge (except for a $10.00 charge for handling, packing, return UPS/postage, 

and insurance). This decision is subject to verification of the defect or malfunction upon delivery of this product to the Factory Service Center 

listed below. The product must include proof of purchase, including date of purchase. The fee for service without proof of purchase is   

$20.00.
Before returning this product for service, please first replace the batteries (if applicable) with fresh ones, as exhausted or defective batteries 

are the most common cause of problems encountered.
If service is still required:
1. Remove the batteries (if applicable) and pack the unit in a well padded, heavy corrugated box.
2. Enclose a photocopy of your sales receipt, credit card statement, or other proof of the date of purchase, if within the warranty period.
3. Enclose a check or money order payable to the order of SDI Technologies, for the sum of $10.00 ($20.00 without proof of purchase).
4. Send the unit prepaid and insured, to the Factory Service Center listed below.

Consumer Repair Department

SDI Technologies Inc.

1330 Goodyear Drive

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 repaired by unauthorized 

persons; (ii) cracked or broken cabinets, or units damaged by excessive heat; (iii) damage to digital media players, CD’s or tape cassettes 

(if applicable); (iv) the cost of shipping this product to the Factory Service Center and its return to the owner.
This warranty is valid only in the United States of America and does not extend to owners of the product other than to the original 

purchaser. In no event will SDI Technologies or any of its affiliates, contractors, resellers, their officers, directors, shareholders, members 

or agents be liable to you or any third party for any consequential or incidental damages, any lost profits, actual, exemplary or punitive 

damages. (Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties or exclusion of consequential damages, so these restrictions may 

not apply to you.) This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Your acknowledgement and agreement to fully and completely abide by the above mentioned disclaimer of warranty is contractually 

binding to you upon your transfer of currency (money order, cashier's check, or credit card) for purchase of your SDI Technologies 

product.

© 2010 SDI Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved

Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com 

or call 1-800-288-2792 Toll Free

Limited 90-Day Warranty Information

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Solución De Problemas

Causa Posible

Síntoma

Solución

La unidad no 
responde 
(no enciende)

El iPod no 
encastra 
correctamente

El iPod no se 
comunica con 
la unidad

El iPod no carga

El sonido sale 
distorsionado

El encastre no es el correcto o no 

ha colocado encastre alguno.

El iPod no está colocado 
correctamente.

El software (programa) de su 
iPod es obsoleto

El iPod está trabado

El iPod no está colocado 
correctamente.

El iPod está trabado.
La batería del iPod tiene algún 
problema.

El nivel de volumen está alto

La fuente de sonido está 
distorsionada

Verifique tener el encastre correspondiente antes de 

intentar acoplarlo al aparato.

Retire el iPod de la muesca y elimine la obstrucción. 

Vuelva a acoplar su iPod.

Actualice su programa vía iTunes.

Verifique el correcto funcionamiento de su iPod antes de 

acoplarlo a la unidad. Por favor, refiérase al Manual del 

Usuario de su iPod para mayor información. 

Retire el iPod de la muesca y elimine la obstrucción. 

Vuelva a acoplar su iPod.

Verifique el correcto funcionamiento de su iPod antes de 
acoplarlo a la unidad. Por favor, refiérase al Manual del 
Usuario de su iPod para mayor información.

Baje el nivel de volumen. Apague la función EQ/3D.
Si la grabación original de sonido del iPod o MP3 era de 

mala calidad, escuchará ruido/distorsión al ser amplificada 

mediante los parlantes de alta potencia. Intente utilizar 

otra fuente de sonido como la música de un CD.
Si utiliza un iPod Shuffle o una fuente de sonido externa como un iPod de

generaciones anteriores, intente bajar el volumen del aparato en sí. 

También puede intentar reducir los bajos.

La muesca o el encastre están 

obstruidos.

Retire el iPod de la muesca y elimine la obstrucción. 

Vuelva a acoplar su iPod.

Las baterías están gastadas

Reemplace las baterías

Las baterías están gastadas

Reemplace las baterías

El iPod Touch y el iPhone (unidades 
con pantalla “touch”)

Oprima el botón de Encendido en la parte superior de su 
iPhone/iPod Touch para encender la unidad.

An optional AC adapter is available at www.ihomeaudio.com. This adapter will charge your 

docked iPod while unit is connected to a working outlet. It will not charge batteries in the 

unit.

Connect the AC adapter cable plug into the DC jack on the back of the iH170, then plug the 

AC adaptor into a working wall outlet.

Warning: Using an incorrect adapter may damage your unit. You must use an adapter 

with regulated output of 7.5 Volts DC, 2 Amps, available at www.ihomeaudio.com.

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