iHome iD38, ID38SVC User Manual
Model iD38
The iHome System
for Your iPad, iPhone and iPod
®
Questions? For latest instructions, visit www.ihomeaudio.com/support
Table of Contents
Controls and Indicators / Display.....................................................................................................................................1-2
iD38 Quick Start ..............................................................................................................................................................3-4
Using the iD38.................................................................................................................................................................5-6
Using the Alarms .............................................................................................................................................................6-7
Listening to iPad / iPhone/iPod / Listening to Radio........................................................................................................... 8
Using the Unit in other Countries / Listening to other portable audio devices....................................................................9
Sleep Operation ................................................................................................................................................................9
Dimmer Operation / Replacing Clock Backup Battery......................................................................................................10
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety .............................................................................................................................. 11
Trouble Shooting .........................................................................................................................................................12-13
Warranty Information........................................................................................................................................................14
Maintenance
• 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 Benzene,
thinner or similar materials can damage the surface of the unit.
FCC and IC Information
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.
• 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
Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing the iHome iD38, the home system for your iPad, iPhone and iPod. This device works with iHome
apps available on the App Store enabling additional alarm features, settings, firmware updates, and other enhancements.
Device compatibility with our apps and features are subject to change. This instruction booklet explains the basic operation and care of the unit and does not cover our apps. Visit iHomeaudio.com/apps <http://iHomeaudio.com/apps> for our
latest app offerings, device compatibility and support.
NOTE: iHome apps are for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch only.
Please read this instruction book carefully before the appliance is operated and keep it for future reference.
Controls and Indicators
Play/Pause/
Radio Preset Button
Raise Volume Button
Bedtime Button
Lower Volume Button
Mode/EQ Button
Flexible 30 pin connector
for iPad/iPhone/iPod
Top Panel
Rubberized device rest
Alarm Reset/Power/App Button
Time Set/Sync Button
Alarm 1 Button
Alarm 2 Button
Plus/Forward Set Button
Wakeup Button
Minus/Reverse Set Button
Snooze/Dimmer Button
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Line-in Jack
FM Antenna
DC Adaptor Jack
Controls and Indicators
Rear Panel
Backup battery compartment (on bottom of unit)
Clock display
Time Display
PM Indicator
AM Indicator
Wake to Indicator
Sleep mode Indicator
Active iHome App Indicator
wake to
Radio / Alarm Time / iPod Display
NOTE: AM/PM indicators will not appear when clock is set to 24 hour display mode
Alarm 1 Indicator
Battery Low Indicator
Alarm 2 Indicator
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iD38 Quick Start
1: Power
TEST
TEST
Attach AC adaptor cable to DC jack on back of the
unit and plug the other end into a wall socket.
Remove the backup battery pull tab from the battery
compartment on the bottom of the unit.
3: Playing your
iPad/iPhone/iPod
2: Setting Clock with AutoSync
Gently dock your iPad, iPhone or iPod into the 30 pin
dock. The unit will attempt to autosync to the time on
your iPad, iPhone or iPod. This process takes about 3
seconds.
4: Updating firmware
Gently dock your iPad/iPhone/iPod into the 30 pin dock.
The iPad/iPhone/iPod will charge while docked. Press
the Button on the unit to play your iPad/iPhone/
iPod.
For best performance, make sure to update the iD38
firmware. To do so, download the free iHome Set app
from the App Store. Launch the app, scroll to “Search
for update” and follow onscreen directions if an update is
available. NOTE: Firmware updates require a 3G service
or Wi-Fi network connection. Do not remove your iOS
device while updating firmware on the iD38.
Note: the iHome Set app is not covered in detail in this
booklet. Please download the free iHome Set app from
the App Store and review the Start Guide.
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