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Model: iB88 IB (English/French) (Front)
Color : Black text on white paper (1C+1C) 
Size: 260 W x 480 H mm
Date: Jul. 07, 2016

1. Connect the micro USB plug on the charging cable to the micro USB port on the headphone. 

2. Connect the standard USB plug on the charging cable to any standard USB power port such as found 

on a notebook computer, or the charging adapter for an iPod, iPhone, etc. 

The Power/Charging/Pairing indicator will glow RED while the headphone is charging. The indicator will 

turn off when the battery is fully charged. 
Reminder: Allow the battery to charge fully before first time use. Normal recharge time should take 

about 2.5 hours. When fully charged the battery provides up to 14 hours of working time, or 90 days of 

standby time.
Because your iB88 headphones use Bluetooth version 4.0 the battery level indicator of the headphones 

may also appear on your iPhone home screen, usually adjacent to the phone’s own battery level 

indicator, if your specific phone supports this display function.
NOTE: While the headphone is being charged the Power is automatically switched ‘Off’. You cannot 

listen to the headphones while charging.

3. Multi-Function Button (MFB)

Pressing the MFB     button turns the headphones “On”, initiates pairing, answers/ends phone calls, 

controls Play/Pause function and turns the headphones “Off’.

4. Switching the Power On and Off

1. Press and hold the Multi-function button for approximately 3 seconds. The voice prompt will say 

“Power On” and the LED indicator turns BLUE and flashes two times per second. 

2. When the power is “On” press and hold the Multi-function button for approximately 3 seconds. The 

voice prompt will say “Power Off”. The LED indiator turns to red and then shuts off. This indicates that 

the power is “Off”.

5. Manually Pairing With a Bluetooth Enabled Smartphone or Music    

Player For The First Time

If your smartphone or music player, such as the iPod touch, is Bluetooth enabled (supports the A2DP 

Bluetooth Profile) you may pair these iHome headphones with your phone, music player, tablet or 

computer to listen to music and make or receive calls as long as the two devices are within the Bluetooth 

operating range of approximately 33-feet of each other.
Note: Your iHome headphones must be in the Power “Off” mode to begin the manual pairing process.
1. Make sure that your iHome iB88 headphones are switched “Off”. Make sure that your smartphone or 

music player is “On”.

2. Press and hold the Multi-function button on your iB88 headphones for about 6 seconds until you hear 

the “Power On” and “Pairing” voice prompts. The LED indicator begins alternately flashing blue and 

red to indicate it is trying to pair with a compatible device.

3. If necessary, turn on the Bluetooth function of your phone or music player so that it begins searching 

for a compatible device.

4. “iHome iB88” should appear on your phone or music player’s compatible devices list. You may also 

see a message such as “Not Paired”. Tap on that message to complete the pairing process. If your 

phone or music player asks for a “password” to complete the pairing process, enter ‘0000’ on the 

keypad of your phone or music player. 

5. When pairing is successful the screen on your phone should show “iHome iB88 Connected” or similar 

message and you will hear the voice prompt say “Your device is connected”. The LED indicator on the 

iB88 headphones will begin flashing blue two times per second. Your headphones are now ready for use.

NOTE: If your iB88 headphones are not able to find a Bluetooth device that is in range and 

“discoverable” after 3 minutes, the headphones will automatically power “Off” to preserve the battery.

6. Auto-Linking With A Previously Paired Device

If your iB88 headphones were previously paired with a Bluetooth enabled smartphone or music player 

they will attempt to auto-link with that device again whenever that device is within the Bluetooth 

operating range.
Press and hold the Multi-function button on your iB88 headphones for about 3 seconds until you hear 

the “Power On” voice prompt. If a previously paired device is found to be within range and turned ‘On’ 

the iB88 will re-link with it automatically. You will hear a beep tone and the voice prompt will say “Your 

device is connected.”
Note: If no previously paired device is found after 3 minutes the auto-linking function stops and your 

iB88 headphones shut off automatically to preserve the battery life.

7. Wearing Your Headphones

Your iHome iB88 Bluetooth headphone is supplied with padded ear cushions for long wearing comfort. 

The padded ear cushions can be removed from the headphone and can be hand washed in mild soap 

and water to keep them fresh and clean.

NOTE: Do not use harsh chemicals, cleansers or detergents and do not machine wash.

Introduction

Specifications

9. Auxiliary Input Jack

1. Controls and Indicators

2. Charging Your Headphones

Model: iB88

Dust Proof, Water-resistant On-Ear

Rechargeable Bluetooth

Stereo Headphone

Action Required

When headphones are “Off” press and hold the MFB inward for 3 seconds until you hear 

the "Power On" voice prompt.
When headphones are “Off” press and hold the MFB inward for 6 seconds until you hear 

the "Pairing" voice prompt. The LED indicator flashes blue and red rapidly. 
Make sure your Bluetooth device is “On” and in the Pairing Model. When iHome iB88 

appears on your devices menu, select it to complete pairing.
Short press the MFB to start playback. Short press to pause playback.

Short press to resume playback.
Press the >> button during playback
Press the << button 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”.
While the call is in progress press & hold the MFB 2 seconds to transfer the call between 

the phone and the headphone.
When phone is paired with headphone but no call is in progress, double press the MFB 

to redail the last number
Double press the MFB to place current call on hold and answer an incoming 2nd call. 

Double press again as needed to switch between calls. 
Press and hold the MFB for 3 seconds until your hear the “Power Off” prompt and LED 

indicator shuts off.
Press and hold the “<<” button for 3-4 seconds

Function

Turn headphones “On”

Enter the Pairing Mode

Pairing

Play / Pause

Skip to next track
Skip to beginning of current track 

or go to the 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 headphones
Last number redial

Answer second call/

call waiting
Turn headphones “Off”

Siri/Google Voice function

PREPARATION FOR USE

• 

It is dangerous and illegal (in some jurisdictions) to use headphones when you are driving a car, riding a 

bike or motorcycle, or operating a watercraft. Be aware of local laws and regulations.

• 

Do not use these headphones in situations where they might cause distractions or prevent you from 

hearing warning sounds.

• 

There are no user serviceable parts in these headphones. Do not attempt any service or repairs on your 

own. Refer to the warranty for service, repair or replacement information. 

Your new iHome Bluetooth stereo headphone is 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 (approximately 33 feet) Bluetooth operating range. In addition this model is 

classified as “IP65 Ratting” meaning that it is dustproof and highly water-resistant so that it can be 

safely used in all kinds of adverse weather conditions without damage. But please note that it is not 

submersible. The breathable ear pads are removable and hand-washable. 

What’s Included

8. Using Your Headphones

Note: Some of the functions described below may not be supported on your specific smartphone. Check 

with your smartphone owner’s manual to confirm the features supported by your phone.

To remove and replace the padded ear cushions refer to the illustration.

The headband can be extended to accommodate almost any head size. 

There are ‘L’ and ‘R’ markings on the inside of the headband. When the 

headphone is worn properly the controls will be on your right side.

Computer USB port

USB Adaptor

(not included)

1. Multi-function button: Power On/Off, 

Answer/End, Pair and Play/Pause.

2. Power/Pairing/Charging LED Indicator
3. Volume Up (+) Button
4. Skip Track Forward Button (

         

)

5. Volume Down Button ( - ) 
6. Skip Track Reverse Button (

         

)

7. Microphone
8. Water Resistant Cover
9. Micro USB Charging Port
10. Auxiliary Input Jack

Right side

 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 

1. Reception is noisy or intermittent

Make sure that the headphones and the paired device are within the Bluetooth operating range of 

approximately 33-feet. Make sure the headphones are fully charged as well.

2. No Sound

Make sure that your headphones are properly paired and connected with your Bluetooth enabled 

smartphone or music player. Refer to the “Pairing” instructions in this manual and in the manual 

supplied with your phone or music player if necessary.

The rechargeable battery in your headphones may be exhausted and need to be recharged. Refer to 

the “Charging Your Headphones” instructions in this manual.

3. Unable to Pair/Connect

The pairing settings between the headphones and your smartphone or music player may have been 

erased or deleted. Follow the “Pairing” instructions in this manual to re-pair and reconnect the devices.

Turn off any other Bluetooth devices that are not being used to reduce external interference.

4. Some Functions Do Not Work

Your specific model of smartphone may not support some of the functions described in this manual. 

Refer to the manual supplied with your phone for further information.

TROUBLESHOOTING

  LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTY

• USB Charging Cable

• Washable

  Travel pouch

• Bluetooth

  Stereo

  Headphones

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 acknowledgment 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

Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc.

Bluetooth technology is incorporated under license from Bluetooth SIG Inc.

Siri is a trademark of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Google Voice is a trademark of Google, Inc.

Always remember to turn your headphones off if they will not be used for a long period of time. Do not 

expose your headphones to extremely hot or cold temperatures for extended periods. Do not expose 

them to direct sunlight or leave them in places such as the dashboard of your car on a hot day. Prevent 

water or any other liquids from entering the cabinets of your headphones.

Protect Your Hearing

Using these, or any headphones at high volume levels for long periods can result in permanent hearing 

damage. Always start listening with volume controls on your headphones and your paired smartphone 

or music player at a low level and then gradually increase the volume controls to a comfortable listening level.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
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.

•  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 Information

iB88-070716-A    

 

            

Printed in China

IMPORTANT: Your headphones operate on a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Although the 

battery was fully charged when it left our factory, like all rechargeable batteries it can begin to 

discharge during periods of non-use. We recommend that you charge the battery for at least 2.5 hours 

before first time use.

OR

Computer connected 

to working outlet

The auxiliary input jack allows you to use your iB88 Bluetooth headphones as normal headphones so 

that you can listen to music on any non-Bluetooth device that is equipped with a 3.5mm headphone jack.

You may use the mic/control dongle on the auxiliary cable (not included) 

to answer phone calls and to control music playback functions. The 

actual function of the control dongle will vary depending on your 

smartphone.

Your iB88 headphone will automatically switch to the Power ‘Off’ mode 

when the Aux-in cable is connected. Use the volume and track navigation 

controls on your smartphone/music player as your would with any normal 

headphone.

Important Notes

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Bluetooth specification:  

Supports V4.0+ EDR with Handsfree Profile 1.6, Headset Profile 1.1 and A2DP   

 

profile 1.2  (Class ll) and Audio/Video Remote Control Profile AVRCP

Battery: 360mAh

Standby time (unpaired):  

up to 90 days  (with fully charged battery)

Talk time:  

up to 18 hours (with fully charged battery)

Music Playing time:  

up to 18 hours (with fully charged battery)

Operating Distance:  

up to 10 meters / approximately 33 feet

Certifications:  

CE, FCC, RoHS, BQB

FCC ID: EMOIB88

IC: 986B-IB88

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