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Symptom

Possible reason

Solution

Unit won’t turn 
on

Device does not 
respond to the 
unit and/or
device is playing 
but no sound 
comes out

AC adaptor isn't 
plugged into a working 
wall socket or not 
plugged into the power 
jack on back of the unit

Unit is not properly 
connected to power 
source and/or Power 
Button is not 
ON/device is 
paused/device is not 
docked properly

Plug the AC adaptor into a 
working wall socket and plug 
the connector into the supply 
jack on the unit. Make sure any 
associated wall switch that 
controls the outlet  is ON.

Make sure the unit is properly 
connected to AC power source. 
Check that the unit is ON. Try 
adjusting volume on unit and 
audio device. Press the Mode 
Button to select Dock, FM or 
AUX mode. Also try pressing 
the  Play/Pause Button. Check 
that device is properly docked.

Erratic 
performance

No sound

Sound 
distorted  

Device doesn’t 
charge up

External interference

Volume is too low

Volume is too high

Sound source is 
distorted

Unit is not properly 
connected to AC power

Device is not 
docked/connected 
properly

Move unit away from potential 

sources of external interference 

such as computers, modems, 

wireless devices (routers) or 

fluorescent light.

Turn volume up on your device

Turn volume down on your device

If  the original sound file (MP3) is 

old or of poor quality, distortion 

and noise are easily noticed with 

high-power speakers. Try 

upgrading file from a trusted 

source such as iTunes.

Please make sure the unit is 

connected to a working power 

outlet. The unit will not charge 

while operating on backup battery

Check that device is docked 

properly; if needed, remove case 

from device.

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Summary of Contents for iPL8XH

Page 1: ...Model iPL8XH Docking FM clock radio for iPod or iPhone QUESTIONS Visit www ihome com ...

Page 2: ...nd provide helpful hints to maximize enjoyment For more information about this and other iHome products please visit www ihome com G E T T I N G S T A R T E D This unit ships with the following items Please check to see that all items are present 1 iPL8XH speaker system 2 100 240V Universal AC power adaptor 3 FM antenna ...

Page 3: ...uttons Settings Buttons DC Jack Aux in jack FM Antenna jack USB charging port DC 9V 2 7A Time Display Volume Indicator Minute Indicator Alarm Time Date Display PM Indicator AM Indicator Wake To Mode Indicators Tone Dock Aux FM Radio Alarm Indicators Low Backup Battery Indicator Sleep Mode Indicator Removable rubber docking insert Lightning Dock Connector for iPhone iPod RED when connected to power...

Page 4: ...e you must reset the time and alarm settings Note The Battery Low icon is located at the left side of clock display When the backup battery is low and needs to be replaced the Battery Low icon will flash To replace follow steps below 3 C O N N E C T I N G A C A D A P T E R A N D F M A N T E N N A This unit operates on AC power using the included 100V 240V universal AC adaptor Place unit on a stabl...

Page 5: ...ake sure the side marked is facing up 4 Close the battery compartment door and tighten the battery door screw Note Make sure you dispose of battery properly see your local regulations WARNING Lithium batteries can explode or cause burns if disassembled shorted recharged exposed to water fire or high temperatures Do not place loose batteries in a pocket purse or other container containing metal obj...

Page 6: ...se the Time Sync Button The TIME will flash on the display Press the or Buttons to set the correct time hold for rapid adjustment Make sure to set the correct AM or PM time The PM AM indicators appear to the left of the time display NOTE The display can be set to standard 12 hour time AM and PM or to 24 hour time To toggle between 12 and 24 modes press and release the Alarm 1 or Alarm 2 Button loc...

Page 7: ...t from 5 40 The alarm will wake you to the last track played on your docked iPhone or iPod Wake to Radio If wake to FM is selected press the or Buttons to select a radio station to wake to or press the Play Pause Presets Button as needed to select a preset station see Memoriz ing Radio presets on page 8 for details on setting presets Confirm your selection by pressing the Alarm Button Press the or...

Page 8: ...harging status of your device If the device does not charge you will need to use the charger that came with your device LISTENING TO YOUR iPhone iPod While the dock accommodates most cases you may need to remove your case for proper docking 1 Dock your already playing iPhone iPod The unit will automatically turn on and you will hear the music playing from your iPhone iPod The iPhone iPod Icon will...

Page 9: ...display Press the or Buttons for a few seconds to scan for the next clear station 3 To memorize a station as a preset A Press the Play Pause Presets Button as needed to step through the 6 presets P1 P6 to the number you wish to assign and then hold the Play Pause Presets Button until the radio frequency begins flashing in the display B Press the or Buttons to tune the radio to a desired station Ho...

Page 10: ...dio frequency setting mode Two beeps will confirm radio frequency setting LISTENING TO AUX DEVICES 1 Connect a standard audio cable with 3 5mm plug to the headphone or line out jack on your AUX device and the other end to the AUX IN jack located on the back of the iPL8XH 2 Press and release the Power Button to turn on the unit then press and release the Mode Button as needed to cycle through Dock ...

Page 11: ...playing docked iPhone or iPod or to FM radio for the set sleep duration then turns the unit off Press the Sleep Button as needed to cycle to the desired sleep duration 120 90 60 30 or 15 minutes or OFF turns sleep mode off Press the or Button on the unit to adjust sleep listening level sleep level volume is independent from normal volume levels Press the Sleep Button during sleep to view the remai...

Page 12: ...ton to select Dock FM or AUX mode Also try pressing the Play Pause Button Check that device is properly docked Erratic performance No sound Sound distorted Device doesn t charge up External interference Volume is too low Volume is too high Sound source is distorted Unit is not properly connected to AC power Device is not docked connected properly Move unit away from potential sources of external i...

Page 13: ...use the AC adapter that came with the unit 5 Power Cable Protection Power supply cables should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them It is always best to have a clear area from where the cable exits the unit to where it is plugged into an AC socket 6 Cleaning The unit should be cleaned only as recommended See the Maintenance section o...

Page 14: ...peration 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 interfer enc...

Page 15: ...cident 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...

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