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Music Connectivity

You can connect to your iHome iW1 speaker four different ways:

1. Using AirPlay® to stream wirelessly from iTunes on your Mac or PC (iTunes can stream to multiple AirPlay speakers).
2. Using AirPlay® to stream wirelessly from your iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch (iOS devices stream to only one AirPlay speaker at a time).
3. Using the USB iPod docking port on the rear panel with a iPod USB sync cable for audio and charging your iPod or iPhone.
4. Using an auxiliary audio device (mp3 or CD player) connected to the aux-in port on the rear panel.

Connecting to the iW1 speaker

AirPlay Wireless Audio Mode

Enjoy AirPlay audio anywhere:

1. Press       to exit standby mode and power the iW1 ON.
2. Press       for wireless audio mode and listen to AirPlay music.
3. Use                        buttons on the iW1 or iW1 remote to control streaming AirPlay content. 

Local iPod Audio Mode

Dock, Charge, & Play using iPod USB sync cable or dock:

1. Connect USB sync cable to iW1’s USB port.
2. Press       Local Playback mode button and enjoy iPod and iPhone charging and audio playback.
3. Using                        buttons on the iW1 or iW1 remote, in iPod mode, will control your iPod music. 

Note: 

 Use iPod mode for both iPod docking and Aux-in audio playback.

Connect your iOS device to the same Wi-Fi network as iW1.  Go to           Settings -->            Wi-Fi on your iOS device.
Tap on         iPod/Music app, look for  the          AirPlay button next to the iPod music transport controls.
Tap on the          AirPlay icon and choose iW1 from the list of speakers.  If the iW1 speaker is not available, restart your iOS device and verify 
that the iW1 is powered on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
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Connect your Mac or PC to the same Wi-Fi network as iW1.
Open          iTunes on your computer.
Within iTunes open “Preferences”,  Select the “Devices” tab,  and       activate the following option:   
“Allow iTunes control from remote speakers”
Click OK, close iTunes preferences.
Look for the            AirPlay icon in the bottom right corner of the iTunes window.
Click the           AirPlay icon and choose iW1 from the list of speakers.  Click "Multiple Speakers..." to select additional AirPlay speakers.  
If the iW1 speaker is not available, restart iTunes and verify that the iW1 is powered on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network..
Press play.

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AirPlay & iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad

Using an iOS device:

 

AirPlay & iTunes

Using a Mac or PC with iTunes:

Summary of Contents for iW1 air series

Page 1: ...wireless speaker system with rechargeable battery English www ihomeaudio com iHomeSleep FREE alarm clock app iHomeConnect Wi Fi Network Setup app iHomeRadio Internet radio app works with available on the App Store works with ...

Page 2: ...ream your favorite music from your iPad iPhone or iPod touch from your iPod library or popular music apps like PANDORA and iHeartRadio available on the App Store Dock charge and play audio with your iPhone and iPod with included USB sync cable Enjoy true wireless audio anywhere around the house with the iW1 s rechargeable battery convenient charging base and carrying handle Add Multiple iW1 speake...

Page 3: ...ouch running iOS 4 2 or later iHome Apps iHome Sleep iHome Radio and iHome Connect apps only work with iPad iPhone iPod touch and requires iOS 4 0 or later Compatibility Place the unit on a level surface away from sources of direct sunlight or excessive hear Protect your furniture when placing your unit on a natural wood and lacquered finish A cloth or other protective material should be placed be...

Page 4: ... shuffle repeat music playback controls Volume mute Bass and treble adjustment default is 0 for both bass and treble NOTE Be sure the remote battery is properly installed before using the iW1 remote control Volume and music controls Mode and power control Bongiovi DPS turn DPS audio enhancement on off EQ reset return eq setting to default Status LED status reset bass treble Rz10 OFF when battery i...

Page 5: ... is successfully connected to yourWi Fi network visit page 8 for connecting your iW1 speaker to your Wi Fi network Press buttons on the iW1 or use your iTunes iPad iPhone or iPod touch controls directly Adjust volume on the iW1 or wirelessly control volume on your AirPlay source device allow 30s for the iW1 to startup Look for the AirPlay logo to select your speaker Launch iTunes or use your iPad ...

Page 6: ...ill only allow charging of the iW1 s internal battery and will not support iPod iPhone charging remote control commands AirPlay network setup nor Firmware Updates Powering your iW1 speaker ON off on power 12V outlet aux in battery off on iPod dock power reset network setup status battery off on power 1 2 3 30s for startup The iW1 speaker has an internal rechargeable battery and supports audio play...

Page 7: ...e Standby Mode master power switch is ON Press the Power button to place the iW1 speaker in standby mode and stop audio playback The Power button will pulse on off to indicate the unit is in standby mode The iW1 speaker has a backlit capacitance touch panel control interface for power mode volume and music controls Controls will be lit according to the status of the iW1 speaker and the selected mo...

Page 8: ... source devices Mac or PC with your iTunes library as well as your iPod touch iPhone or iPad must be connected to the sameWi Fi network that the iW1 speaker is connected to English 8 Wi FiNetworkSetupforAirPlay Please verify the following steps before attempting to connect your IW1 speaker to aWi Fi network To enjoy AirPlay wireless audio you must have the following iTunes or an iOS device iPod to...

Page 9: ...fice Verify that the Network Status LED is green and then keep reading to learn how to use iW1 and stream your iTunes and iOS audio content using AirPlay Note To begin using AirPlay wireless streaming your AirPlay source devices Mac or PC with your iTunes library as well as your iPod touch iPhone or iPad must be connected to the sameWi Fi network that the iW1 speaker is connected to Option B Conne...

Page 10: ...ons on the iW1 or iW1 remote in iPod mode will control your iPod music Note Use iPod mode for both iPod docking and Aux in audio playback Connect your iOS device to the sameWi Fi network as iW1 Go to Settings Wi Fi on your iOS device Tap on iPod Music app look for the AirPlay button next to the iPod music transport controls Tap on the AirPlay icon and choose iW1 from the list of speakers If the iW...

Page 11: ...ls about FW updates Using a USB Mass Storage device 1 Download the latest firmware from www ihomeaudio com airplay support to your computer 2 Load downloaded firmware to a USB mass storage device 3 Connect USB device 4 Press Hold 3 sec 5 iW1 will scan for firmware file local to the USB device If a valid firmware file is found iW1 firmware will update If no valid firmware is found user must reset t...

Page 12: ...connect AC jack place iW1 on charging base and wait 30 seconds Repeat iW1 Wi Fi Network Setup process if necessary 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 I want to find the iW1 s MAC address Turn on iW1 press and hold network setup button for 4 seconds and wait for approximated 60 seconds From your computer connect to the network named iHome Setup On a Mac open the Terminal application On a PC click Start Run type cmd...

Page 13: ...erify that your Wi Fi network is functioning and Wi Fi certified This device is only compatible with Wi Fi certified routers Move the iW1 closer to your network access point the Wi Fi signal is weak or there are overlapping Wi Fi signals or the iW1 is out of range of your Wi Fi network Enable SSID broadcast un hide network on the Wi Fi router After you have success fully connected the iW1 speaker ...

Page 14: ...sage Please connect your iHome AirPlay compatible device with an iPod USB sync cable Problems using the iHome Connect app I ve selected the iW1 speaker as my AirPlay audio source but I do not hear any music Verify that the volume is not muted or set to 0 Verify that there is not another iTunes library or iOS device connected to the iW1 speaker Try restarting iTunes or your iOS device Try restartin...

Page 15: ...nd check for obstruction on the connectors in the USB sync cable on your iPhone iPod or USB port on the iW1 Reset your iPhone iPod Please see the user manual or the Apple web site for details Typically holding the sleep button and the home button on a newer iPad iPhone or iPod will reset it Upgrade the software on your iPad iPhone or iPod to the latest version by connecting it to a computer with i...

Page 16: ... and 4th generation iPod nano 2nd 3rd 4th 5th and 6th generation iPhone 4 iPhone 3GS iPhone 3G Can I stream audio wirelessly to the iW1 without a network connection No the iW1 and AirPlay audio source must be connected to the sameWi Fi network via a router or hub Can I stream video wirelessly to iW1 No only audio streaming is supported Does the iW1 have an AUX input for myTV or other audio device ...

Page 17: ...sposal please dispose of the device in a waste bin for electronic devices Many electronics retailers now recycle batteries and other electronic compo nents at no charge Check to see which ones in your area do so 17 English ConsumerProductSafetyGuide CAUTION The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire explosion or chemical burn if mistreated Never use or charge the battery if it appe...

Page 18: ... referred to as SDITechnologies warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and conditions for a period of 1Year 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 requi...

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