Model iZBT5
Portable Sound + Light
Therapy Bluetooth Speaker
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WELCOME
Thank you for choosing the iZBT5 from iHome. This user guide will
get you up and running quickly and provide helpful hints to
maximize enjoyment. For more information about this and other
iHome products, please visit www.ihome.com
GETTING STARTED
This unit ships with the following items. Please check to see that all
items are present.
1 iZBT5 speaker system
2 100-240V Universal USB AC power adaptor
3 USB charging cable
4 Carry strap
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USB charging cables 4. Carry strap 5. Auxiliary Input Cable
3.
2 USB AC adapter
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FEATURES & FUNCTIONS
Play Pause/Speakerphone Button
Back panel
Carry strap channel
Sleep Mode Button
Power On/O
Button
Solid RED when ON
Flashing RED when battery is low
Pulsing RED while charging
Sound Therapy
Mode Button
Volume
Buttons
USB In
charging port
(to charge unit)
Mode Indicator Lights
(Sound Therapy or
Light Therapy modes)
iHome Zenergy™ App
Download the free iHome Zenergy™ App from the
Apple App Store or Google Play to extend and enhance
the Light Therapy and Sound Therapy experience, including
setting up alarms. See App for details.
Attaching the Carry Strap
• Press to play/pause Bluetooth audio
• Press to answer/end Bluetooth calls
Reset Port
Travel Lock switch
Move to Lock position during
travel to prevent accidental
button presses
Bluetooth Pairing
Button
Time Indicators
(in minutes)
Light Therapy Mode
Button
Brightness
Up/Down
Buttons
Aux-in jack
A carrying strap is included with the iZBT5
for easy carrying or attaching to a backpack, etc.
To attach the strap, insert the small loop
through the strap channel on top of the unit
then pull the large loop through the small loop.
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CHARGING THE iZBT5
This unit operates on an internal
rechargeable battery. While the
battery was fully charged at the
factory, the battery may discharge
during shipment. MAKE SURE TO
FULLY CHARGE THE BATTERY
BEFORE USE.
Plug the small plug end of the
included USB charging cable into
the USB charging port located on
the left side of the unit and plug
the other end into the included
USB AC adapter. Plug the adapter
into a working outlet not controlled
by a light switch. The Power Button
will glow red. Once fully charged,
the unit should operate for up to X
hours at moderate volume.
BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR
The battery charge level is indicated by the Power Button. The indication
changes depending on whether or not the unit is charging (connected via
USB to AC) or operating on the battery.
AC USB Adaptor
TIP: On some iOS (Apple)
devices, you can view the
iZBT5 battery status on
your device’s screen. When
device is paired and
connected, look for a
vertical battery icon next to
the Bluetooth icon on the
upper right corner of the
device’s screen.
Connected via USB
Yes
Yes
No
No
Power Button Battery Status
Flash red light
Solid red light
Solid red light
Blinking red light
Charging
Charged
Battery is good
Battery needs charge
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BLUETOOTH
PAIRING
Pairing establishes a unique communication connection between the unit and
your Bluetooth device. Once paired, you will be able to stream audio
wirelessly to the iZBT5.
1. Turn on your Bluetooth device and make it
“discoverable” by turning on Bluetooth mode
(check in Options or Settings).
2. Press and release the Power Button to turn
on the iZBT5. The first time the unit is turned on
it will enter auto pairing mode: ascending tones
will sound and the indicator light on the front of
the unit will flash red while the unit attempts to
pair. “iHome iZBT5” should appear on your
iHome iZBT5
device’s menu. Select “iHome iZBT5” on device
to begin/complete pairing. If your device asks for
a password, enter 1234 on the keyboard of your
device. A tone will sound and the red indicator
will glow solid. If no device is paired within 3
minutes, the unit will revert to its previous state.
3. T
o pair with a dierent Bluetooth device, or at a
dierent time, make sure unit is powered on, then
press and hold the
back of the unit) for 2 seconds. Select “iHome
iZBT5” on device to begin/complete pairing.
The next time you power on the unit it will
automatically link with the previously paired device
as long as that device is still within range (about 33
feet). To clear/reset Bluetooth, press and hold the
Bluetooth button for 10 seconds.
Bluetooth
Button (located on
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PLAYING AUDIO VIA BLUETOOTH
1. Press and release the Power Button to turn on the iZBT5.
2. Press and release the Play/Pause/Call Button to play or pause
audio. Press 2x to skip to the next song, press 3x to return to the start of
the current track or go to the previous track (depending on where you are
in the track).
3. Press and release the Volume Buttons to adjust speaker volume.
You can also adjust the output volume on your Bluetooth device.
4. When done listening, press and release the Power Button to power o the
unit.
NOTE: To save battery life the unit will automatically power o if there is no
audio detected for 15 minutes.
USING THE SPEAKERPHONE
Unit must be powered ON and paired with a Bluetooth-enabled phone to
use the speakerphone feature. When a call is received, current audio is
paused.
1. Press and release the Play/Pause/Call Button to answer a call.
Press and hold to ignore or end a call.
2. Press and release the Play/Pause/Call Button to place a current
call on hold and answer a new call (call waiting) and to switch between 2
calls.
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LIGHT & SOUND THERAPY MODES
LIGHT THERAPY MODE
Circadian rhythms, or our internal clocks, are linked to changing wavelengths
of light throughout the day. Color Light Therapy simulates these wavelengths,
triggering subtle biological responses that can help improve sleep, energy,
and mood. Light Therapy mode includes 6 separate clinically proven modes
to help you feel great.
1. Press the Light Therapy Button to access Light Therapy mode. Continue
to press to cycle to each mode:
Breath: Inhale and hold with the amber light and exhale with
the red, matching your breath to this timed pattern
can lower your heart rate and calm your mind
Calm: Swirling red-toned lights calm the mind at night and
stimulate the production of melatonin, helping to
prepare the body for sleep
Energy: Swirling blue-toned lights inhibit melatonin, increase
morning alertness, and energize the mind
Aurora: A swirling spectrum of colors creates a beautiful
atmosphere for day or night mood lighting
(not recommended before sleep)
Glow: A gentle fading spectrum of solid colors creates a
beautiful atmosphere for day or night mood lighting
(not recommended before sleep)
One Color: Select the current color
O: Turn Light Therapy OFF
The current mode is shown by the lit indicator beside its name.
2. Press the Brightness Buttons to adjust the intensity of the light to
suit your mood and room conditions.
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SOUND THERAPY MODE
Distracting noises or a racing mind can make it hard to sleep at night or
focus during the day. Sound Therapy uses specially recorded and
engineered sounds to cancel out these distractions and allow your mind to
calm. Sound Therapy mode includes 6 separate modes to help you feel
great.
1. Press the Sound Therapy Button to access Sound Therapy mode.
Continue to press to cycle to each mode:
Zen: A tonal melody in frequencies that mimic the Delta
brainwaves of a mind in meditation or healing
sleep
Heartbeat: Listening to a relaxed heart beat encourages your
own heart beat to slow to match it
Ocean: Authentic, digitally recorded ocean sounds
Storm: Authentic, digitally recorded storm and rainfall
sounds
Nature: Authentic, digitally recorded springtime woodland
sounds
White Noise: The standard white noise repeating frequency, like
radio static, which helps to actively distracting
environmental noises
O: Turn Sound Therapy OFF.
The current mode is shown by the lit indicator beside its name.
2. Press and release the Volume Buttons to adjust speaker volume.
NOTE: Press and hold the Sound Therapy button for 2 seconds will change
sound mode to BT playing mode.
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Using the iHome Zenergy™ App
Download the free iHome Zenergy™ App from the Apple
App Store or Google Play to extend and enhance the Light
Therapy and Sound Therapy experience, including setting up
alarms. See App for details.
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 right back of the iZBT5.
2. Press and release the Power Button to turn on the unit.
3. Turn on your AUX device and use its controls to play, pause and navigate
audio tracks. Adjust the volume on your AUX device to maximum output.
4. Press the or Button on the unit to adjust the system volume.
5. Press and release the Power Button to turn o the unit when through
listening. Remember to turn o your AUX device, too.
Mobile Phone
PC/Tablet
Game Devices
iPod
Laptop
MP3/MP4
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SLEEP MODE
Sleep mode lets you sleep to your Bluetooth audio device for the set
sleep duration, then turns the unit o. During sleep mode, any current
light therapy sound levels and/or light therapy brightness levels will
gradually be lowered to o.
Press the Sleep Button as needed to cycle to the desired sleep duration:
30, 60, or 90 minutes shown by the lit indicator on the back of the unit.
Press the Sleep Button during sleep to set sleep to next (higher) sleep
duration.
TRAVEL LOCK
The Travel Lock Switch located on the back of the unit prevents unwanted
button activation when in the Locked position .
To operate the unit, make sure switch is in the Unlocked position .
RESET PORT
The Reset Port is located on the back of the unit. If the unit is “frozen”,
or does not respond properly, insert the end of a paperclip or similar into
the port. This will reset the unit to factory default settings and you will
need to re-pair any
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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 thinner or similar materials can damage
the surface of the unit.
Internal Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
This device uses an internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery that should last the
lifetime of the device. If you suspect your battery may be dead, try charging it
several times. If the battery does not recharge, please contact Customer
Service at -1-800-288-2792.
WARNING/DISPOSAL OF UNIT
Please do NOT attempt to change the battery yourself. Doing so may damage the unit
and will void the warranty. When disposing of unit, follow the disposal instructions below:
• Never dispose of used batteries/electronics with ordinary solid wastes, since they
contain toxic substances.
• Always dispose of used batteries/electronics in accordance with the prevailing
community regulations that apply to the disposal of batteries/electronics. If there are
no local regulations concerning battery/electronics disposal, please dispose of the
device in a waste bin for electronic devices.
• Many electronics retailers now recycle batteries and other electronic components at
no charge. Check to see which ones in your area do so.
CAUTION
The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire, explosion or chemical burn if
mistreated
• Never use or charge the battery if it appears to be leaking, discolored, deformed, or in
any way abnormal.
• Never disassemble the unit or attempt to remove battery as that could cause leakage
of alkaline solution or other electrolytic substance.
• Always confirm that the temperature is 5°C – 35° C (41° - 95° Fahrenheit) before you
charge the battery. Leakage or deterioration of the battery may occur if this warning is
not heeded.
• Never expose the battery to any liquid.
• Never expose the battery to excessive heat such as direct sunlight or fire. Never use
the battery pack in an unventilated vehicle where excessive internal temperatures may
be encountered.
• Always keep the battery out of the reach of infants and small children.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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/
unit doesn’t
respond
Erratic
performance
No sound
Sound distorted
Unit doesn’t
charge up
Unit isn’t charged or
currently charging. USB
AC adaptor isn't plugged
into a working wall socket
or not properly connected
to the charging jack on
side of the unit
Travel lock is on
Unit is not properly
connected to power
source and/or Power
Button is not ON/device is
paused
External interference
Volume is too low
Volume is too high
Sound source is distorted
Unit is not properly
connected to AC power via
USB charge cable/USB AC
adapter
Plug the USB AC adaptor into a
working wall socket and plug the
USB charging cable into the
charging port on the unit. Make
sure any associated wall switch
that controls the outlet is ON.
Make sure unit is fully charged.
Slide Travel Lock switch to Unlock
position
Make sure the unit is properly
charged. Check that the unit is
ON. Try adjusting volume on unit
and audio device. Also try
pressing the Play/Pause Button.
Make sure unit is properly paired
to your device (check that iHome
iZBT5 appears in the Bluetooth
menu). If these fail, reset unit.
Move unit away from potential
sources of external interference such
as computers, modems, wireless
devices (routers) or fluorescent light.
Turn volume up on unit and/or your
device
Turn volume down on unit and 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 all connections are
correct and that the USB AC adapter
is connected to a working power
outlet.
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FCC Information
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment.
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.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
iZBT5
FCC ID:EMOIZBT5
IC:986B-IZBT5
Canada Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and
(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
(2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and
compliance with RSS-102 RF exposure, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure
and compliance.
Le dispositif rencontre l'exemption des limites courantes d'évaluation dans la section 2.5 de
RSS 102 et la conformité à l'exposition de RSS-102 rf, utilisateurs peut obtenir l'information
canadienne sur l'exposition et la conformité de rf.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS
When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure
your personal safety. However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire
hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and
use, and keep these instructions handy for future reference. Take special note of all
warnings listed in these instructions and on the unit.
1. Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used near water. For example: near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement.
2. Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere
with its proper ventilation. For example, it should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug or
similar surface that may block ventilation openings. Also, it should not be placed in a
built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet, which may impede the flow of air
through the ventilation openings.
3. Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
4. Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type
described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. Only 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 of this manual for cleaning instructions.
7. Objects and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids
are not spilled into any openings or vents located on the product.
8. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer.
9. Lightning and Power Surge Protection – Unplug the unit from the wall socket and
disconnect the antenna or cable system during a lightning storm or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the
product due to lightning and power-line surges.
10. Overloading – Do not overload wall sockets, extension cords, or integral convenience
receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
11. Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel
when:
A. the power supply cable or plug has been damaged.
B. objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled into the enclosure.
C. the unit has been exposed to rain.
D. the unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.
E. the unit exhibits a marked change in performance or does not operate normally.
12. Periods of Nonuse – If the unit is to be left unused for an extended period of time, such
as a month or longer, charge the unit fully before storage
13. Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond those methods
described in the user’s operating instructions. Service methods not covered in the
operating instructions should be referred to qualified service personnel.
14. Magnetic Interference: This product’s speakers contain powerful magnets which could
cause interference or damage to sensitive equipment such as hard drives, CRT
televisions and monitors, as well as medical, scientific, and navigational devices. Keep
this unit away from these products at all times.
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LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTY
iHome Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI),
warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials,
under normal use and conditions, for a period of one (1) year from the date of
original purchase.
Should this product fail to function in a satisfactory manner, it is best to first
return it to the store where it was originally purchased. Should this fail to resolve
the matter and service still be required by reason of any defect or malfunction
during the warranty period, SDI will repair or, at its discretion, replace this
product without charge. This decision is subject to verification of the defect or
malfunction upon delivery of this product to the Factory Service Center
authorized by Customer Service.
If service is required, please call Customer Service at 1-800-288-2792 to obtain
a Return Authorization Number and shipping instructions.
Disclaimer of Warranty
NOTE: This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which
it was designed. It does not cover (i) products which have been damaged by
negligence or willful actions, misuse or accident, 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 product other than to the original purchaser. In no event will SDI
or any of its affiliates, contractors, resellers, their officers, directors,
shareholders, members or agents be liable to you or any third party for any
consequential or incidental damages, any lost profits, actual, exemplary or
punitive damages. (Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties or
exclusion of consequential damages, so these restrictions may not apply to you.)
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Your acknowledgment and agreement to fully and completely abide by the above
mentioned disclaimer of warranty is contractually binding to you upon your
transfer of currency (money order, cashier's check, or credit card) for purchase of
your SDI product.
© 2016 SDI Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved
Questions? Visit www.ihome.com
or call 1-800-288-2792 Toll Free
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