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SETTING THE TIME:
TIME SYNC & MANUAL
TIME SETTING

TIME SYNC

This unit is equipped with auto sync. By default, the unit will sync to the 

time on your iPhone or newer iPod (iPod touch, iPod nano and iPod 

Classic; older iPod models such as iPod mini do not support this feature)  

whenever you dock it in the Lightning dock OR connect via the USB port 

located on back of the unit.  During time sync, “SYNC” will flash on the 

display, indicating attempted time sync.  When successful, the updated 

time will appear on the display.  If sync is unsuccessful, try to sync again 

using  a different iPhone or iPod. If sync still doesn’t work, set the time 

manually (see below).

SETTING THE TIME MANUALLY

1.  Press and hold the 

Time Set Button

 until “MAN” or “SYNC” flashes in the 

display with one beep. If “SYNC” is displayed, press the 

+

 or 

 

Buttons

 so 

“MAN” appears in the display, indicating manual time setting mode.

2.   Press and release the 

Time Set Button

. The time will flash in the display.

3.  Press the 

+

 or 

 

Buttons

 to set the correct time (hold for rapid adjustment. 

Make sure you are setting the time to the correct AM or PM time. The PM 

indicator appears at the upper left of the display; there is no AM indicator.  

NOTE

: The time can be set to standard 12 hour time (AM and PM) or to 24 

hour time (sometimes called “military time”). To toggle between 12 and 24 

modes, press and release the     

Alarm Button

 located on top of the unit at 

any time during manual time setting mode.

4.  Press and release the 

Time Set Button

 to confirm the current time setting 

(two beeps will sound) and exit time setting mode. 

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B A C K U P   B A T T E R Y   ( C O N T I N U E D )

1.  Please make sure the AC adaptor is connected. Otherwise all settings 

may be lost during battery replacement.

2.  Use a Phillips screwdriver to open the backup battery compartment 

door located on the bottom of the unit.

3.  Remove the exhausted battery. Insert a 

new CR2450 battery by easing it under the 

tabs in the battery well and pressing down. 

Make sure the side is facing up. 

4.  Close the battery compartment door and 

tighten the battery door screw.

 

Note: Make sure you dispose of battery 

properly (see your local regulations).

WARNING: Lithium batteries can explode or cause burns if disassembled, 

shorted, recharged, exposed to water, fire, or high temperatures. Do not 

place loose batteries in a pocket, purse, or other container containing metal 

objects, mix with used or other battery types, or store with hazardous or 

combustible materials.  Store in cool, dry, ventilated area. Follow applicable 

laws and regulations for transport and disposal.

Summary of Contents for iHome iPL8

Page 1: ...Model iPL8 stereo alarm clock to charge your iPod or iPhone QUESTIONS Visit www ihomeaudio com ...

Page 2: ...is and other iHome products please visit www ihomeaudio com Note that details on using iHome apps with this unit are not covered in this booklet For information on using iHome apps please visit www ihomeaudio com apps G E T T I N G S T A R T E D This unit ships with the following items Please check to see that all items are present 1 iPL8 speaker system 2 100 240V Universal AC power adaptor ...

Page 3: ... Snooze Dimmer Button 2 Back panel Display Top panel DC Jack Time Display Volume Indicator PM Indicator WAKE TO Indicator iPod Buzzer Alarm Indicator iPod Indicator Low Backup Battery Indicator Sleep Indicator Lightning Dock Play Pause Presets Button Backrest Lightning Dock Volume Control Buttons Settings Buttons USB dock ...

Page 4: ...orarily maintained Otherwise you must reset the time and alarm settings Note The Battery Low icon is located at the right side of clock display When the backup battery is low and needs to be replaced the Battery Low icon will flash To replace follow steps below 3 C O N N E C T I N G T O A C P O W E R RESET RESET TESTT E ST This unit operates on AC power using the included 100V 240V universal AC ad...

Page 5: ...ake sure the side marked is facing up 4 Close the battery compartment door and tighten the battery door screw Note Make sure you dispose of battery properly see your local regulations WARNING Lithium batteries can explode or cause burns if disassembled shorted recharged exposed to water fire or high temperatures Do not place loose batteries in a pocket purse or other container containing metal obj...

Page 6: ...1 Press and hold the Time Set Button until MAN or SYNC flashes in the display with one beep If SYNC is displayed press the or Buttons so MAN appears in the display indicating manual time setting mode 2 Press and release the Time Set Button The time will flash in the display 3 Press the or Buttons to set the correct time hold for rapid adjustment Make sure you are setting the time to the correct AM...

Page 7: ... selected alarm source Wake to iPod If wake to dock iPod is selected press the or Buttons to set the Lightning dock volume can be set from 5 40 The alarm will wake you to the last track played on your docked iPhone or iPod Wake to USB If wake to USB is selected press the or Buttons to set the USB dock volume can be set from 5 40 The alarm will wake you to the last track played on the iPhone or iPo...

Page 8: ... iPhone iPod Note that non docking iPod models will NOT charge Note Please make sure your iPhone iPod is properly docked into the unit Failure to do so may damage your iPhone iPod LISTENING TO YOUR iPHONE iPOD USING THE LIGHTNING DOCK OR USB DOCK USING THE LIGHTNING DOCK 1 Dock your already playing iPhone iPod The unit will automatically turn on and you will hear the music playing from your iPhone...

Page 9: ...ng and Playing the Radio 1 Press and release the Power Button to turn on the unit then press and release the Mode Button as needed to cycle through dock USB and FM radio modes 2 When FM mode is selected press the or Buttons to tune the radio to a desired station The current radio frequency appears in the bottom of the display Press the or Buttons for a few seconds to scan for the next clear statio...

Page 10: ... Japan AUS Australia or CHN China 2 Press and release the Mode Button or no button within 10 seconds to exit the radio frequency setting mode Two beeps will confirm radio frequency setting S N O O Z E D I M M E R O P E R AT I O N 1 To program a custom snooze duration during normal operation when alarm is not sounding press and hold the Snooze Dimmer Button until the display flashes then press the ...

Page 11: ...the Sleep Button during sleep to view the remaining sleep time press again to set sleep to next lower sleep duration M A I N T E N A N C E 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 Clea...

Page 12: ...unit is ON Try adjusting volume on unit and audio device Press the Mode Button to select the iPod dock USB or FM mode Also try pressing the Play Pause Button Erratic performance No sound Sound distorted Device doesn t charge up External interference Volume is too low Volume is too high Sound source is distorted Unit is not properly connected to AC power Move unit away from potential sources of ext...

Page 13: ...d 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 cleani...

Page 14: ...ressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses a...

Page 15: ...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 for the purpose for which it was de...

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