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
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Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com
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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
