Model iP27
The Portable System
For Your iPhone & iPod
Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com
One Year Limited Warranty Information
iHome Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI Technologies), warrants this product to be free
from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and conditions, for a period of one 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 Technologies will repair or, at its discretion, replace this product without charge (except for a $10.00
charge for handling, packing, return UPS/postage, and insurance). This decision is subject to verification of the defect or
malfunction upon delivery of this product to the Factory Service Center listed below. The product must include proof of
purchase, including date of purchase. The fee for service without proof of purchase is $30.00.
Before returning this product for service, please first replace the batteries (if applicable) with fresh ones, as exhausted or defective
batteries are the most common cause of problems encountered.
If service is still required:
1. Remove the batteries (if applicable) and pack the unit in a well padded, heavy corrugated box.
2. Enclose a photocopy of your sales receipt, credit card statement, or other proof of the date of purchase, if within the warranty
period.
3. Enclose a check or money order payable to the order of SDI Technologies, for the sum of $10.00 ($30.00 without proof of
purchase).
4. Send the unit prepaid and insured, to the Factory Service Center listed below.
Consumer Repair Department
SDI Technologies Inc.
1330 Goodyear Drive
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 Technologies 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 Technologies
product.
El Paso, TX 79936-6420
iP27-100608-C
© 2008 SDI Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved
Questions? Visit www.ihomeaudio.com
For any other questions: 1-800-288-2792 Toll Free
Printed in China
Table of Contents
Quick Start.................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Controls and Indicators / iP27 Display
Using the iP27
Replacing iP27 Backup Batteries ............................................................................................................................. 5
Install/Replace Batteries for Portable Use .............................................................................................................. 5
Using The Remote Control Unit
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety
Troubleshooting
Solucionando problemas
Warranty Information
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Maintenance
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 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.
This equipment complies with the limits for a Class B digital device as specified in Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits
provide reasonable protection against radio and TV interference in a residential area.
However, your equipment might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly. To eliminate
interference you can try one or more of the following corrective measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and the radio or TV.
• Use outlets on different electrical circuits for the equipment and the radio or TV.
Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician if the problem still exists.
Modifying or tampering with your system’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate the
system’s warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
iP27 Quick start
1: AC power
Attach AC adaptor cable to jack
on back of the iP27 and plug the
other end into a wall socket to
play and charge iPhone/iPod
Use this insert
For this iPhone/iPod
4: iPhone/iPod
2: batteries
3: inserts
Select the dock insert for your
For portable operation, open
battery compartment on the bottom
of the unit. Insert 4
“AA” (LR6) batteries as indicated.
iPhone 3G
insert 15
3G iPhone
NOTE: If you do not have an insert for your iPhone/iPod, please
visit www.ihomeaudio.com or call iHome toll free at 800-288-2792
to purchase one.
iPhone or iPod model from the
table below and place insert in
dock. Never dock an
iPhone/iPod without the
proper insert in place.
touch 2G
insert 16
iPod touch
nano 4G
insert 17
nano 4G
Insert an iPhone or iPod into the dock
(iPhone/IPod must not be in a “skin” or
case). iPhone/iPod will charge while
docked. Press the play Button on the
iP27 to play your iPhone/iPod.
1
Controls and Indicators
Universal Dock
Sleep / Minute Set Button
minute
sleep
Hour Set Button
Alarm Reset/
Power Off Button
hour
OFF
hour
OFF
alm. reset iPod
iPod Play/Pause
Power ON Button
Line in Jack
DST Indicator
minute
sleep
snooze/dimmer
DST Switch
Back of Unit
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iP27 Display
PM Indicator
time set
snooze
Snooze/Dimmer Button
/off/remote
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DC Jack
Travel Lock/Remote Switch
Time/Alarm Display
time set
Time Set Button
Alarm On-Off
/Set Button
EXB Button
Volume Down Button
Volume Up Button
EXB Indicator
Alarm Armed
Main Battery Low Indicator
Clock Backup Battery Low Indicator
Travel Lock Indicator
2
iPod Indicator
Sleep Display