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Model: iH170- English

Instruction Manual - Front

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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Quick Start
Controls and Indicators
Using iH170
Listening to your iPod
Listening to non-docking iPod or other audio devices
Connecting the Optional Adapter
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety
Trouble Shooting
Solución De Problemas
Warranty Information

Table of Contents

•  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.

•  Clean your unit with a soft cloth moistened only with mild soap and water. Stronger cleaning agents, such as Benzine, 

thinner or similar materials can damage the surface of the unit. 

Maintenance

FCC Information

Getting Started

Thank  you  for  purchasing  the  iHome  iH170  Portable  Speaker  System  for  your  iPod .  Designed 
specifically to work with your iPod, this system provides high quality audio performance that brings 
out the best in your music. 
Please  read  this  instruction  book  carefully  before  operating  the  iH170  and  keep  it  for  future 
reference.

Check for iPod compatibility

 To make sure your iPod works properly with iH170, please update your iPod firmware with the latest version via iTunes.

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.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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.

Model iH170

Portable Speaker System for 

your iPod

®

Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com

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3:iPod

1:batteries

Remove  the  battery  compartment 

cover  on  the  bottom  of  the  unit. 

Install 4 AA batteries with polarities 

(+ and –) as shown. Replace cover.

Insert iPod into dock with proper 

insert (iPod  must not be in a skin 

or case). 

Press  the  power  button  on  the 

iH170 to play the iPod.

2:inserts

Select  the  dock  insert  for  your 

iPod model from the table below 

and place insert in dock.

Never  dock  an  iPod  without  an 

insert in place.

Quick Start

NOTE: If you do not have an insert for your iPod, please visit

www.ihomeaudio.com or call iHome toll free at 800-288-2792 to purchase one

iPod Touch 2G

thin iPod with video (30 GB)

Insert 9

nano 5G 

insert  18

nano 5G 

thin (30 GB) iPod with video

thin (80GB, 120GB)

iPod classic

iPod touch 2G 

insert 16

For this iPod

Use this insert

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Using iH170

Install iPod Insert

Your iH170 comes with inserts to ensure your iPod fits properly in the dock. 

To place an insert:

1.  Select the insert for your iPod (see table on page 1).

2.  Gently press the iPod insert into the dock.

3.  Carefully place your iPod into the dock. The iPod must not be in a case or “skin”.

Install iPod Insert

Install / Replace Batteries

Installing/Replacing Batteries for Portable Operation

The iH170 uses 4 “AA” batteries for portable operation. The iH170 will not charge
your iPod while operating on batteries.
If sound becomes weak or distorted, it is time to replace the batteries.

• Open the battery compartment cover located on the bottom of the unit.
• Insert 4 “AA” batteries as indicated. 
• We recommend the use of alkaline batteries for longer life.

Batteries information:

• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon -zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) 
  batteries.

Volume Up Button

Volume Down Button

iPod Dock

Power Button

Power LED

Aux-in Jack

DC Jack

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Controls and Indicators

Top Panel

Back Panel

Press to power unit
ON or OFF

Glows to indicate

unit is ON

Decrease volume

Increase volume

Connect aux audio source

Connect optional AC adapter

Battery Information

For Models That Require More Than One Battery

• Do not mix with used or other battery types/brands 
• Replace all cells at the same time 
• Do not open batteries 
• Do not dispose of in fire

• Do not heat above 75ºC (167ºF) 
• Do not expose contents to water 
• Do not charge or recharge 
• Do not install backwards 

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