Oregon IB368 User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The iBall Wireless Stereo Speaker with Transmitter Dock
for iPod is designed to give you years of service if
handled properly. Ensure that you heed all warnings to
minimize product malfunction and reduce the chances
of incurring personal injury. Before using the unit,
observe the following guidelines to ensure proper care
and maintenance.

ACCESSORIES

Take care when placing the product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table. Quick stops, excessive
force and uneven surfaces may cause the system to
overturn and fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult,
and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by Oregon
Scientific, or sold with the product.

VENTILATION

Slots and openings in the product are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product
and to protect it from overheating. These openings should
never be blocked or covered by placing the product on a
bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. The product should
not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase
or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or Oregon
Scientificís instructions have been adhered to.

The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within
the products enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accom­panying the appliance.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not use this plug
with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless
the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade
exposure.

READ INSTRUCTIONS

All safety and operating instructions should be read and
followed before operating the product and should be
retained for future reference. All warnings on the product
and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

CLEANING

Unplug all adapters and cables from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

ATTACHMENTS

Do not use attachments not recommended by Oregon
Scientific as they may cause hazards.

WATER AND MOISTURE

Do not use this product near water - for example, near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub; in a wet
basement; or swimming pool; and the like.

HEAT

The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

POWER SOURCES

The system should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If you are
not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult
your Oregon Scientific dealer or local power company.
For products intended to operate battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

The product may be equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way. The product may be equipped with
a 3-blade grounding-type plug, a plug having a third
(grounding) pin. This plug should only fit into a grounding­type power outlet.

Both plugs are safety features of the product. If either
plug is unable to fully insert into its respective outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to insert,
contact your electrician to replace the obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION

Power supply cords should be routed so that they are
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product.

PROTECTIVE ATTACHMENT PLUG

The product is equipped with an attachment plug having
overload protection. This is a safety feature. See user
manual for replacement or resetting of protective device.
If replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service
technician has used a replacement plug specified by
Oregon Scientific that has the same overload protection
as the original plug.

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OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to
the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article
810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI / NFPA 70,
provides information with regard to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead­in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode.

LIGHTNING

For added protection for the system during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect any cables. This will prevent damage to the
system due to lightning and power-line surges.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

When parts need replacing, ensure the authorized
service center uses parts specified by the manufacturer
or parts that have the same characteristics as the original
parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.

SAFETY CHECK

After repairs or service, ask the authorized service center
to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in
proper working condition (if you have the product
serviced, remember to bring the entire system so the
authorized service center may have access to all the
necessary components in the system).

WALL MOUNTING

The product should be mounted to a wall only as
recommended by Oregon Scientific.

POWER LINES

An outside antenna system should not be located near
any overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or when it can fall into such power lines or
circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them might
be fatal.

OVERLOADING

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

Never push objects of any kind into this product through
the openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in fire or electric
shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

Do no attempt to service this product yourself as opening
or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Unplug the system from the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:

 When the power-supply cord, plug or cables have

been damaged.

 If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into

the product.
 If the system has been exposed to rain or water.
 If the system does not operate normally by following

the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls

that are covered by the operating instructions as an

improper adjustment of other controls may result in

damage and will often require extensive work by a

qualified technician to restore the product to its

normal operation.
 If the system has been dropped or damaged in any

way.
 When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance - this indicates a need for service.

MAINTENANCE

 Do not subject the product to extreme impact, shock

or fluctuations in humidity.

 Do not make any changes or modifications to the

product. Unauthorized changes may void your right
to use the product and invalidate the warranty.

 Do not tamper with internal components or attempt

to service the product yourself. If any electronic
circuitry is exposed, do not, under any
circumstances, touch the circuitry as there is a
danger of electric shock.

 The unit should not be exposed to dripping or

splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, should be placed on the unit.

 Do not scratch hard objects against the LCD as the

surface can be easily damaged. Take special care
when handling a damaged LCD, as the liquid crystals
can be harmful to your health.

 Do not use or store the unit in locations that may

adversely affect the product such as rain, snow,
moisture, dust or desert. Keep your player in a dry,
well-ventilated place to prevent it from molding.

 Do not place this unit in direct sunlight for long

periods. This may deform or discolour the cabinet
and may cause malfunction.

 Keep this unit away from strong magnetic fields.

Exposure to magnetic fields may cause a loss to the
wireless signal reception or even damage the unit's
internal circuitry.

 Stains on the unit should be wiped off with a soft,

lint-free cloth. If the unit is heavily stained, wipe it
with a cloth soaked in water-diluted neutral detergent
and wrung well, then wipe clean. Remember to
unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning.

 Never use alcohol, solvent, aerosol cleaners,

chemical, paint thinner or benzene to clean the unit.

 The speaker grill requires no special care, although

you may pull the grill out from the unit and clean or
vacuum the individual grill holes carefully if
necessary.

 The temperature around the center unit must be

between 5˚C and 35˚C (41˚F and 95˚F). Operating
the unit in temperatures outside this range will
increase the risk of damage and malfunction.

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 Ensure the equipment is installed near a socket-

outlet and easily accessible.

 Protect the cables from being walked on or pinched

particularly at plugs, receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product.

 Do not run power cords under rugs or carpets or

place heavy objects on them.

 When unplugging the AC adapters from the wall

outlet or unplugging any cables from the speaker or
Transmitter, always pull the plug or connector, not
the cord.

 Ensure the cables are correctly connected. Improper

connections may damage the system due to short­circuiting.

 Listening to music at high volume for long periods of

time may damage your hearing. Keep the volume at
a moderate level.

 The technical specifications for this product and the

contents of the user manual are subject to change
without notice.

NOTE Under environments where there is electrostatic

discharge, radio frequency interference and / or AC

power line exhibiting radio interference, the unit may

malfunction and resume normal operation only when

interference stops. In some cases, the unit may require

a manual reset by the user to resume normal operation.

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iBall Wireless Stereo Speaker

with Transmitter Dock for iPod

Model: IB368

USER MANUAL

CONTENTS

Important Safety Instructions ................................. 1

Maintenance ............................................................. 2

Contents ................................................................... 4

Introduction .............................................................. 5

Getting Started ......................................................... 5

Unpacking ..............................................................5

Product Overview .................................................... 5

Wireless Speaker ................................................... 5

Transmitter Dock ................................................... 6

Using the Wireless Speaker Adapter ..................... 6

Installing the Wireless Speaker Batteries .............. 6

Rechargeable Batteries ......................................... 7

Alkaline Batteries ................................................... 7

Wall Mounting the Speaker (Optional) ................... 8

Using the Transmitter Dock Adapter ...................... 8

Docking the iPod ......................................................8

Charging the iPod Battery ..................................... 9

Upgrading iPod Software ........................................ 9

Basic Speaker Operation ........................................ 9

Power On / Off ....................................................... 9

Play / Pause ......................................................... 10

Next / Previous and Fast-forward / Rewind ......... 10

Volume ................................................................. 10

Mute ..................................................................... 11

Bass and Treble ................................................... 11

Setting the Clock .................................................... 11

Synchronizing with the Computer ........................ 11

Setting up iBall Connections ................................ 12

Audio Connection ................................................ 12

Video Connection ................................................ 13

Recognizing Wireless signals............................... 14

Troubleshooting ..................................................... 15

Specifications ......................................................... 16

About Oregon Scientific ........................................ 16

Copyright ................................................................ 16

FCC Statement ....................................................... 16

Declaration of Conformity .................................... 16

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Oregon Scientific iBall

Wireless Stereo Speaker with Transmitter Dock for

iPod (IB368). The iBall is an ultra-portable wireless

speaker and transmitter dock combination made for

the following Apple® iPod digital music players:

 iPod shuffle™ (512MB, 1GB only)
 iPod mini (4GB, 6GB only)
 iPod with Click Wheel (20GB, 40GB only)
 iPod with dock connector (10GB, 15GB, 20GB,

30GB, 40GB only)

 iPod with color display (20GB, 30GB, 40GB,

60GB only)

Simply plug the iPod into the transmitter dock, which

wirelessly transmits audio generated by the player to

the speaker for playback. The iPod’s basic playback

functions can be controlled directly from the speaker.

There is no need to connect any cables or wires to the

speaker, so it can be conveniently placed almost

anywhere in the home.

The multifunctional transmitter dock acts as a docking,

charging and synchronization station, allowing the iPod’s

batteries to be recharged directly from the transmitter

dock. The transmitter dock also lets you transfer music

files between iPod and computer.

Other features include:

 Wireless transmission using 2.4GHz digital radio

frequency at a range of up to 30 meters (approx.

100 feet) in open space
 Total power output of 6W
 Rechargeable batteries can be recharged directly

from within speaker
 Adjustable bass and treble controls
 2-color LCD backlight for easy viewing
 Real-time clock
 Wall mount unit for speaker
 Unique, portable, go-anywhere design

NOTE Please observe the local regulations regarding
the disposal of packing materials, dead batteries and
old equipment.

NOTE This equipment has been designed and
manufactured to meet international safety standards but,
like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you
are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

WIRELESS SPEAKER

FRONT VIEW

1. Control panel

2. Speaker grill

3. LCD display

BACK VIEW

GETTING STARTED

UNPACKING

When you unpack your iBall, make sure to keep all the
packing materials in a safe place, in case you need to

later return it for servicing. In this box you will find:
 Wireless speaker
 Transmitter dock
 Docking tray x 7
 9V / 2A AC adapter for wireless speaker
 9V / 800mA AC adapter for transmitter dock
 Rechargeable batteries x 6
 Battery cap to enable battery recharging x 1
 Wall-mount unit
 Screws for wall-mount unit x 4
 Allen key
 Lint-free cloth
 User manual
 Quick start guide

1. DC IN jack

2. Screw holes for wall mount

3. Battery compartment

4. Reset

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CONTROL PANEL

1. Mute

2. Volume down

3. Previous track / rewind

4. Play / Pause

5. Sound mode / clock set

6. Volume up

7. Next track / fast-forward

8. Power On / Off

LCD DISPLAY

1. 30-pin jack (for connecting to a computer via
Apple iPod Dock Connector cable)

2. S-Video output (for iPod with color display only)

3. RF mating button

4. Docking tray release button

5. Line-out jack (Composite Video + Audio L/R out)

6. Aux-in jack

7. DC IN jack

TOP VIEW

1. iPod connector

USING THE WIRELESS SPEAKER ADAPTER

1. Playback / battery / docking status

2. Mute on / off

3. Reception status

4. Clock

5. Volume / bass and treble status bar

6. Charging indicator / battery status

7. AC plug indicator

TRANSMITTER DOCK

BOTTOM VIEW

1. Connect the 9V / 2A AC adapter into the DC IN 9V
jack on the wireless speaker as shown in the
diagram.

2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical socket.
appears on the LCD.

TIP Using the AC adapter will help save batteries.

NOTE Always use the supplied AC adapter that is

designed specifically for the speaker only. Using any
other AC adapter may cause the unit to malfunction and
increase the risk of fire or injury.

NOTE Should you notice any abnormality in the speaker
AC adapter, disconnect it from the electrical socket and
speaker immediately and take it to a qualified Oregon
Scientific dealer for servicing.

INSTALLING THE WIRELESS SPEAKER
BATTERIES

While use of the AC adapter to operate the speaker will
help save batteries, the option to use batteries provides

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