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iBN180 instruction manual iBN180 Eng IB Size: 153mm x 120mm Printing color: Black Mar . 04, 2014 P1 NFC Bluetooth FM Clock Radio with USB Charging[...]
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iBN180 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the iHome iBN180. This product is designed to provide high quality wireless sound from your iPad, iPhone, iPod or other Bluetooth audio device. Along with the included Quick Bluetooth Connection Guide this instruction booklet explains the basic operation and care of the unit. Please read them carefully a[...]
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iBN180 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the iHome iBN180. This product is designed to provide high quality wireless sound from your iPad, iPhone, iPod or other Bluetooth audio device. Along with the included Quick Bluetooth Connection Guide this instruction booklet explains the basic operation and care of the unit. Please read them carefully a[...]
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iBN180 T able of Contents Meet Y our iBN180 .................................................................................................................. 5 The Display/Setting Up the Unit ................................................................................................ .6 Replacing/Installing Backup Batteries ...................[...]
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iBN180 T able of Contents Meet Y our iBN180 .................................................................................................................. 5 The Display/Setting Up the Unit ................................................................................................ .6 Replacing/Installing Backup Batteries ...................[...]
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PRESETS SNOOZE | DIMMER ALM. RESET P6 Meet Y our iBN180 T op Bottom Mode Button Power/Alarm Reset Button NFC Antenna Minus/Plus Settings Buttons V olume Down Button V olume Up Button Play/Pause and Presets Button Sleep Button Snooze/ Dimmer Button Back Alarm 2 Button Alarm 1 Button iBN180 5 DC Jack DST Switch USB Charging Port Clock Button Bluetoot[...]
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PRESETS SNOOZE | DIMMER ALM. RESET P6 Meet Y our iBN180 T op Bottom Mode Button Power/Alarm Reset Button NFC Antenna Minus/Plus Settings Buttons V olume Down Button V olume Up Button Play/Pause and Presets Button Sleep Button Snooze/ Dimmer Button Back Alarm 2 Button Alarm 1 Button iBN180 5 DC Jack DST Switch USB Charging Port Clock Button Bluetoot[...]
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Using the iBN180 P8 7 Replacing and Installing Clock Backup Batteries Note: 2 AAA batteries are included with the unit. Install them before using the unit. This model is equipped with a batter y backup circuit that will maintain the time and alarm time settings in the event of a temporar y power interruption (the display is NOT maintained). The bat[...]
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Using the iBN180 P8 7 Replacing and Installing Clock Backup Batteries Note: 2 AAA batteries are included with the unit. Install them before using the unit. This model is equipped with a batter y backup circuit that will maintain the time and alarm time settings in the event of a temporar y power interruption (the display is NOT maintained). The bat[...]
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Setting and Using FM Presets The unit allows you to store up to 6 FM radio station presets 1. Press the Button on the unit to turn it on. 2. Press and release the Mode Button as needed until the FM indicator icon and current FM radio frequency appear on the display . 3. Press and release the Presets Button as needed until the preset number (P1- P6)[...]
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Setting and Using FM Presets The unit allows you to store up to 6 FM radio station presets 1. Press the Button on the unit to turn it on. 2. Press and release the Mode Button as needed until the FM indicator icon and current FM radio frequency appear on the display . 3. Press and release the Presets Button as needed until the preset number (P1- P6)[...]
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Using the iBN180 Using the iBN180 11 P12 Previewing Alarms and T ur ning Alarms On/Off 1. Press and release the Alar m Button to view the current alarm time. 2. Press and release the Alarm Button as needed to toggle the alarm ON and OFF , indicated by the alarm icon. Snooze/Dimmer Button 1. T o program Snooze, press and hold the Snooze/Dimmer Butto[...]
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Using the iBN180 Using the iBN180 11 P12 Previewing Alarms and T ur ning Alarms On/Off 1. Press and release the Alar m Button to view the current alarm time. 2. Press and release the Alarm Button as needed to toggle the alarm ON and OFF , indicated by the alarm icon. Snooze/Dimmer Button 1. T o program Snooze, press and hold the Snooze/Dimmer Butto[...]
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Using the iBN180 Using the iBN180 Pairing Y our Device Using Standard Bluetooth 1. T urn on your Bluetooth-enabled device and tur n on Bluetooth capability as described in the device’ s user manual. 2. Press and hold the Pairing Button on the back of the unit for 2 seconds until the Bluetooth icon flashes on the display and a beep sounds, indicat[...]
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Using the iBN180 Using the iBN180 Pairing Y our Device Using Standard Bluetooth 1. T urn on your Bluetooth-enabled device and tur n on Bluetooth capability as described in the device’ s user manual. 2. Press and hold the Pairing Button on the back of the unit for 2 seconds until the Bluetooth icon flashes on the display and a beep sounds, indicat[...]
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Unit doesn’t respond • Check that all connections are correct and properly plugged in. • Only use the AC adaptor that came with the unit • Make sure your device is properly paired with the iBN180. • Make sure the Power is ON. Unit doesn’t respond (locked up or frozen) • The unit may need to be reset. T o do so, unplug the unit from po[...]
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Unit doesn’t respond • Check that all connections are correct and properly plugged in. • Only use the AC adaptor that came with the unit • Make sure your device is properly paired with the iBN180. • Make sure the Power is ON. Unit doesn’t respond (locked up or frozen) • The unit may need to be reset. T o do so, unplug the unit from po[...]
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Limited 1 Y ear W arranty iBN180 - 140304 - B Printed in China P19 Consumer Product Safety Guide 17 When used in the directed manner , this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your personal safety . However , improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefu[...]
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Limited 1 Y ear W arranty iBN180 - 140304 - B Printed in China P19 Consumer Product Safety Guide 17 When used in the directed manner , this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your personal safety . However , improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefu[...]