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iB29 Stereo ear buds 

with control dongle

USB Charging Cable 

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Silicon Ear Cushions

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M

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What’s Included

Model: iB29 
IB English/French (Front)
Color: 1C + 1C - Black text on white paper
Size: 270 W x 270 H (mm)
Date: Jan. 19, 2016

Limited One-Year Warranty Information

iHome Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI), warrants 
this product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and 
conditions, for a period of one (1) year 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 will 
repair or, at its discretion, replace this product without charge. This decision is subject to 
verification of the defect or malfunction upon delivery of this product to the Factory Service 
Center authorized by Customer Service. 

If service is required, please call Customer Service at 1-800-288-2792 to obtain a Return 
Authorization Number and shipping instructions. 

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 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 product.

© 2016 SDI Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.

Questions? Visit www.ihome.com

or call 1-800-288-2792 Toll Free

iB29-0312316-B (EN)

Printed in China

Introduction

Your new iHome Bluetooth stereo ear buds are designed to link with your Bluetooth 
enabled smartphone or music player to allow you to wirelessly listen to music and answer 
phone calls within the normal 10 meter (33 feet) Bluetooth operating range. 

Your ear buds are supplied with 3 sizes of ear cushions to allow you to customize your 
ear buds for maximum wearing comfort and stability during all kinds of exercise and 
physical activities. We have also installed magnets in each of the ear buds to keep the 
buds together around your neck when you have removed them from your ears.

Please review this manual carefully to make sure you are getting the maximum benefit 
from all of the features of your new ear buds, and keep this manual for future reference.

Wireless Noise Isolating Metal Earbuds

mic+remote 

 rechargeable

User Manual

 PREPARATION FOR USE

1. Controls and Indicators

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• Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly 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 and can radiate radio frequency energy 
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference 
to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this 
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more of the following 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.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and 
compliance with RSS-102 RF exposure, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure 
and compliance.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC ID: EMOIB29

                                      IC: 986B-iB29

  FCC Information

This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 
(1) This device may not cause interference; and 
(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired 
operation of the device.

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+ Button (Volume Up / Skip Forward)
Multi-Function Control Button (MFB)
– Button (Volume Down / Skip Back)
Power/Pairing/Charging LED Indicators
Microphone (on back side of dongle)
USB Charging Port 

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2. Charging Your iHome Ear Buds 

Your iHome Bluetooth ear buds operate on a built-in rechargeable battery. Although 

the battery was fully charged when it left our factory, the battery can lose power even 

during periods of non-use.  Make sure to charge the battery before using the phone 

for the first time.

To charge the battery connect the larger plug of the included 

USB charging cable to the powered USB port of a computer or 

a USB/AC adapter and then connect the smaller plug to the 

USB charging port on side of the control dongle as shown in 

the illustration. 
The Charging Indicator will glow red while the ear buds are 

charging. The indicator will turn off when the ear buds are fully charged and ready to 

use.
When fully charged the battery should provide up to 4 hours of talk time or music 

playing time at a normal listening level. If operated at maximum volume the music 

playing time will be reduced. 

NOTE

: While charging, the earbud power will turn off to 

conserve battery power and minimize charging time.

3. Wearing Your iHome Ear Buds

The ‘M’ size silicon tips were installed on the ear buds at our factory. 

If you wish to change to either the ‘S’ or ‘L’ size tips simply pull the ‘M’ size tips off 

the ear buds and replace them with the ‘S’ or ‘L’ size tips. Be 

sure to push the ‘S’ or ‘L’ size tips on to the ear buds until they 

are firmly seated on the tubes so that the tips do not come off 

the ear buds when you remove them from your ears. Using the 

proper size tips will insure that you get the best possible seal in 

your ear canal and provide the best audio quality.
The recommended usage is to position the cable behind your neck before inserting 

the ear buds in your ears. The ear buds should be worn with the control dongle on 

your right side.

Note: Noise isolation ear buds like the iB29 are designed to provide a good seal in 

your ears and block outside sounds. You should not use noise isolation ear buds in 

situations that require you to hear outside warning sounds.

   OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Switching Your Ear Buds On and Off

2. Power On / Auto-Linking Mode

PRESS and HOLD the Multi-Function Button (MFB) on the control dongle for 

approximately 2 seconds until you hear the “Power On” voice prompt that confirms the 

power is ‘On’. The blue LED begins flashing slowly indicating that your ear buds are in 

the Auto-Linking Mode and trying to re-link to a previously paired device as long as that 

device is within the normal pairing range of approximately 33-feet. If your ear buds do 

not find a previously paired device that is in range and turned ‘on’ within 3 minutes they 

will switch from the Auto-Linking mode to the Power ‘Off’ mode to extend the battery 

life.

3. Power Off

    To shut the power ‘Off’ at any time PRESS and HOLD the Multi-Function Button (MFB) 

on the control dongle for approximately 2 seconds. You will hear the voice prompt say 

“Power Off”. The red LED flashes three times and then the power shuts off.

    NOTE: The first time you perform this operation you might find it convenient to place 

only the left ear bud in your left ear. This will allow you to hold the control dongle in 

your right hand so that you can see the control buttons and the LED indicator and still 

hear the confirming voice prompts in your left ear. Once the ear buds have turned on 

and paired with your Bluetooth device you can then place the right ear bud in your 

right ear.

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Turn Ear Buds 'On'

Enter the Pairing Mode

Pairing

Play / Pause

Skip to next track
Skip to beginning of current track
Skip to beginning of previous track
Increase volume
Decrease volume
Answer an incoming phone call

Decline an incoming phone call
End a call
Transfer a call between the 
phone and the ear buds
Last number redial

Clear all paired devices

Turn Ear Buds Off

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5. Using Your iHome Bluetooth Ear Buds

The following chart explains the basic functions and operations of your Bluetooth ear buds.

4. Manually Pairing Your iHome Ear Buds With Your Bluetooth Device

     NOTE: Your ear buds must be ‘Off’’ to begin the manual pairing process. 

    

    With the ear buds in the ‘Off’ mode, PRESS and HOLD the Multi-Function Button 

(MFB) on the control dongle for approximately 7 seconds. After 2 seconds you will 

hear the “Power On” voice prompt, and after another 5 seconds you will hear the 

“Pairing” voice prompt and the LED indicator begins alternately flashing blue and red. 

Release the Multi-Function Button (MFB)

    Make sure that your Bluetooth device is turned ‘On’ and in the Pairing mode. Refer to 

the instructions supplied with your device if necessary. When your device “finds” the 

iB29 ear buds, you will see “iHome iB29” appear on your device’s Bluetooth menu 

screen together with the words “Not Paired”, “Not Connected” or similar. Touch 

“iHome iB29” to complete the pairing process. You will hear the voice prompt say 

“Your device is connected”, and you will see “iHome iB29 Connected” on your 

devices Bluetooth menu.  The LED indicator will slowly flash blue when you are 

successfully paired. NOTE: If your Bluetooth device asks for a Password or a PIN to 

complete the pairing process, enter “0000” on the keypad of your device.

    You are now ready to begin streaming music wirelessly from your Bluetooth device to 

your iHome iB29 Bluetooth ear buds.

When Ear Buds are 'Off Press and Hold the MFB for 2 seconds until you hear the 
“Power On” voice prompt. The LED indicator flashes blue.
When Ear Buds are 'Off' Press and Hold the MFB for 7 seconds until you hear the 
“Pairing” voice prompt and see the LED indicator alternately flashing red and blue. 
Make sure your Bluetooth device is 'On' and in the Pairing Mode. When iHome 
iB29 appears on your device’s menu, select it to complete pairing.
Short press the MFB to start playback. Short press to pause playback. Short 
press to resume playback.
Short press the "+" button during playback
Short press the " - " button during playback
Short press the " - " button twice during playback 
Press and hold the "+" button during playback
Press and hold the " - " button during playback
Short press the MFB when you hear the incoming ring sound. NOTE: Music will 
automatically pause when you are answering a call and resume when you end the call.
Press and hold the MFB for 2 seconds to decline the incoming call.
Short press the MFB to end the call and 'hang up'.
Transfer a call between the phone and the ear buds  While the call is in progress 
double press the MFB to transfer the call between the phone and the ear buds. 
When phone is paired with ear buds but no call is in progress double press the 
MFB to redial the last number.
Press and hold both the “+” and the “ – “ buttons for 7 seconds.
Press and hold the MFB for 2 seconds until you hear the “Power Off” voice 
prompt. The LED indicator flashes red and then shuts off.

Summary of Contents for iB29

Page 1: ...ke sure to charge the battery before using the phone for the first time To charge the battery connect the larger plug of the included USB charging cable to the powered USB port of a computer or a USB AC adapter and then connect the smaller plug to the USB charging port on side of the control dongle as shown in the illustration The Charging Indicator will glow red while the ear buds are charging Th...

Page 2: ...ke sure to charge the battery before using the phone for the first time To charge the battery connect the larger plug of the included USB charging cable to the powered USB port of a computer or a USB AC adapter and then connect the smaller plug to the USB charging port on side of the control dongle as shown in the illustration The Charging Indicator will glow red while the ear buds are charging Th...

Page 3: ...ke sure to charge the battery before using the phone for the first time To charge the battery connect the larger plug of the included USB charging cable to the powered USB port of a computer or a USB AC adapter and then connect the smaller plug to the USB charging port on side of the control dongle as shown in the illustration The Charging Indicator will glow red while the ear buds are charging Th...

Page 4: ...rechargeable battery Although the battery was fully charged when it left our factory the battery can lose power even during periods of non use Make sure to charge the battery before using the phone for the first time To charge the battery connect the larger plug of the included USB charging cable to the powered USB port of a computer or a USB AC adapter and then connect the smaller plug to the USB...

Page 5: ...ke sure to charge the battery before using the phone for the first time To charge the battery connect the larger plug of the included USB charging cable to the powered USB port of a computer or a USB AC adapter and then connect the smaller plug to the USB charging port on side of the control dongle as shown in the illustration The Charging Indicator will glow red while the ear buds are charging Th...

Page 6: ...charge the battery before using the phone for the first time To charge the battery connect the larger plug of the included USB charging cable to the powered USB port of a computer or a USB AC adapter and then connect the smaller plug to the USB charging port on side of the control dongle as shown in the illustration The Charging Indicator will glow red while the ear buds are charging The indicator...

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