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The term originates from the Latin word „instructio”, which means organizing. Therefore, in an instruction of iHome IP15 one could find a process description. An instruction's purpose is to teach, to ease the start-up and an item's use or performance of certain activities. An instruction is a compilation of information about an item/a service, it is a clue.
Unfortunately, only a few customers devote their time to read an instruction of iHome IP15. A good user manual introduces us to a number of additional functionalities of the purchased item, and also helps us to avoid the formation of most of the defects.
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First and foremost, an user manual of iHome IP15 should contain:
- informations concerning technical data of iHome IP15
- name of the manufacturer and a year of construction of the iHome IP15 item
- rules of operation, control and maintenance of the iHome IP15 item
- safety signs and mark certificates which confirm compatibility with appropriate standards
Why don't we read the manuals?
Usually it results from the lack of time and certainty about functionalities of purchased items. Unfortunately, networking and start-up of iHome IP15 alone are not enough. An instruction contains a number of clues concerning respective functionalities, safety rules, maintenance methods (what means should be used), eventual defects of iHome IP15, and methods of problem resolution. Eventually, when one still can't find the answer to his problems, he will be directed to the iHome service. Lately animated manuals and instructional videos are quite popular among customers. These kinds of user manuals are effective; they assure that a customer will familiarize himself with the whole material, and won't skip complicated, technical information of iHome IP15.
Why one should read the manuals?
It is mostly in the manuals where we will find the details concerning construction and possibility of the iHome IP15 item, and its use of respective accessory, as well as information concerning all the functions and facilities.
After a successful purchase of an item one should find a moment and get to know with every part of an instruction. Currently the manuals are carefully prearranged and translated, so they could be fully understood by its users. The manuals will serve as an informational aid.
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Model: iP15 ( For US & Canad) Instruction Manual (English) Date: Apr 18, 2011 Print color : Black text on white paper Model iP15 LED Color Changing Stereo System to Charge and PlayY our iPhone / iPod Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com[...]
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Thank you for purchasing the iHome iP15 Color Change Speaker System for your iPhone or iPod. Designed specifically to work with your iPhone or iPod, this system provides high quality audio performance combined with r elaxing colored mood lights.Please read this instruction car efully before operating the unit and keep it for futur e refer ence. Ins[...]
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1 Use this insert For this iPhone / iPod T op panel Controls and Indicators Raise V olume Button Lower V olume Button Power Button Color Button Press to cycle color settings Press to turn unit ON or OFF Select insert and dock iPhone/iPod Raise volume Lower volume iPhone/iPod Dock Back panel DC 7.5V 2500mA Adapter Jack Plug in DC adapter cable and c[...]
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2 • Place the unit on a level surface away from sour ces of direct sunlight or excessive heat. • Protect your fur niture 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 [...]
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3 1. Place proper insert for your iPhone or iPod (see insert table on Quick Start Section) in Dock, then gently dock playing iPhone or iPod. The unit will turn on and you will hear your music. When docked, iPhone or iPod will charge until fully charged. The iPhone or iPod will not overcharge. 2. If iPhone or iPod is not in play mode, press the Butt[...]
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A Consumer Guide to Product Safety 4 When used in the directed manner , this unit has been designed and manufactur ed to ensure your personal safety . However , improper use can r esult in potential electrical shock or fire hazar ds. Please read all safety and operating instructions car efully before installation and use, and keep these instruction[...]
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T rouble Shooting 5 Unit doesn’t respond (no power) iPhone/iPod cannot dock properly AC adaptor isn’t plugged to a wall outlet or the connector is not plugged into the power supply jack on the back of the unit Wall outlet is not functioning Plug the AC adaptor into a wall outlet and plug the connector into the power supply jack on the unit Plug[...]
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7 iHome Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI Technologies), warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and conditions, for a period of 1 year from the date of original purchase. Should this product fail to function in a satisfactory manner, it is best to first [...]