iW1 Quick Start Guide

Overview
Step 1 - Getting Started
Step 2 - Wireless Network Setup
Controls and Indicators
What’s in the Box
Option A - Connecting with your iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad (Recommended)
1
TOP PANEL
Start Guide
Power
bass
Dock your iOS device to the iW1 using the
included iPod USB sync cable.
2
iPod mode
charging base
power adaptor
remote
USB sync
cable
power
aux-in
iPod dock
reset
status
Wi-Fi
network setup
Powering on the iW1
1
2
reset
status
3
power
aux-in
iPod dock
reset
status
12V
power
battery
off | on
REAR PANEL
Firmware status LED
power
aux-in
iPod dock
status
(audio & charging)
turn master power ON
30s for startup
off | on
USB iPod docking
place iW1 on charging base
network setup
Wi-Fi network setup
battery status
connect to power source
Wi-Fi network status LED
Option B - Connecting with your Mac or PC over Wi-Fi
status
network setup
Customize speaker name
Other Wi-Fi Network
battery
1
iW1 Hardware Reset:
- Unplug the AC jack/remove the iW1 from the charging base.
- Slide the rear Power Switch to the OFF and then ON position.
- Reconnect AC jack, place iW1 on charging base, and wait 30 sec.
2
Press and hold (3 sec.)
Network Setup button on
the back of unit. The Network Status LED will begin
flashing green and the top control panel will also flash.
status
aux-in
iPod dock
reset
status
30-120s
battery
power
off | on
30s
off | on
reset
status
battery
network setup
power
aux-in
iPod dock
reset
status
aux-in
iPod dock
reset
status
network setup
power
network setup
off | on
Q W E R T Y U
I
O P
If the Network Status LED is green, the iW1 is
connected to a network
A S D F G H J K L
3
On your Mac or PC, select the network called
"iHome Setup" from Wi-Fi network settings.
network setup
aux-in
iPod dock
reset
status
network setup
Not Connected
Problem?
If the Network Status LED is flashing red, the iW1 is
not connected to a network because, either:
- The iW1 has not been connected to a Wi-Fi network
- There is a problem with your Wi-Fi network
- Or, the iW1 is out of range
Reset the iW1 Speaker:
- Unplug the AC jack/remove the iW1 from the charging base
- Slide the rear Power Switch to the OFF and then ON position
- Reconnect AC jack, place iW1 on charging base and wait 30 sec.
- Repeat iW1 Wi-Fi Network Setup process if necessary
45s
Launch a web browser (ex. Safari or Explorer) and
enter http://169.254.1.1 in the address bar.
5
Rename the iW1 speaker and click ‘Save’.
(optional)
6
Device Name
Thispreferred
name will be displayed
when network
selecting your speaker
fromthe
a list list of
Select
Wi-Fi
from
of available AirPlay devices.
available
and
click
‘Join
Network’
.
iHome Bedroom
Network Setup
YOUR Wi-Fi NETWORK
Internet access
http://169.254.1.1
Save
Device Name
This name will be displayed when selecting your speaker from a list
iHome Setup
of available AirPlay devices.
1st - customize the
name of your speaker
Information sent over this network
miight be visible to others.
Devices...
iHome Setup
upper right corner of
Mac screen
4
Currently connected to:
Connect
Open Network and Sharing Center
9:42
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network setup
power
iPod dock
Connected
speaker from a list of available AirPlay devices.
off | on
battery
aux-in
Z X C V B N M
Join Other Nework...
Create Network...
Open Network Preferences...
power
power
off | on
off | on
Other Wi-Fi Network
Connecting to a network may take up to 60
seconds. Make sure you have your password ready.
Your home network
Another network
Another network
Another network
battery
battery
This name will be displayed when selecting your
Other Wi-Fi Network
AirPort: On
Turn AirPort Off
To enjoy AirPlay wireless audio, you must have the following:
- iTunes or an iOS device (iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad).
- A functioning home network with Wi-Fi.
Download the latest software updates for iTunes and your iOS device to ensure that you are able to enjoy the latest
AirPlay enhancements and compatibility.
Download the iHome Connect app for iPod touch, iPhone and iPad.
Have your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password (if applicable) available for reference.
power
off | on
battery
Livingroom Speaker
Network Setup
Check list before proceeding to Step 2
Note: AirPlay requires iTunes 10.1 (Mac and PC) or later; OR an iPad, iPad 2, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch (4th, 3rd,
and 2nd generations) with iOS 4.2 or later. The iHome Connect app requires iOS 4.0 or later.
network setup
Connected
About iHome Connect
network setup
off | on
aux-in
Save
status
Not Connected
network setup
battery
master power switch
Other Wi-Fi Network
How to use AirPlay
off | on
battery
iHome iW1
Select your Wi-Fi network
Select above to change the iW1 network
settings and to set the name your speaker will
use to appear on the Network.
outlet
iPod dock
Not Connected
Name
status LED
aux-in
Name
Cancel
Your Wi-Fi Network
iW1 Speaker
off | on
power
Congratulations, you have successfully connected your iW1 to your wireless network and now you can start
enjoying wireless audio anywhere in your home or office. Verify that the Network Status LED is green and
then keep reading to learn how to use the iW1 and control your iTunes and iOS audio content.
10:09 PM
Wi-Fi Networks
Choose a Network for iW1...
10:09 PM
Connect
battery
battery
Rename your iW1 speaker, press ‘Save’, and proceed
to Step 3 if connected to your Wi-Fi network.
Rz10
volume / battery level
(audio via USB sync cable or aux-in)
4
10:09 PM
Settings
iPod and iTunes
music controls
AirPlay Wireless mode
Select your preferred Wi-Fi network from the list of
available networks.
10:09 PM
treble
reset
(audio via iOS device or iTunes)
3
Download our free
“iHome Connect” app
from the
App Store and launch.
Success!
lower right corner of
PC Screen
45s
Current Network: iHome Setup
Connect the iW1 speaker to the same network as your AirPlay
iHome Bedroom
source (iTunes, iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch).
2nd - Select your
Wi-Fi network from list
Save
Network Setup
Device Name
This name will be displayed when selecting your speaker from a list
of available AirPlay devices.
iHome iW1
Save
- If the page is not initially available, reload the page.
Current Network:
Connect the iW1 speaker to the same network as your AirPlay
source (iTunes, iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch(.
Current Network: iHome Setup
Connect the iW1 speaker to the same network as your AirPlay
source (iTunes, iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch).
Available Networks
15s
- If at any point the page becomes unresponsive, reload
View Network Details
the page. If problem persists, see “Troubleshooting”.
Available Networks
Join Network
View Network Details
30-120s
If the Status LED continues to flash green for more than 2 minutes,
reset the iW1 speaker and repeat the Wi-Fi Network Setup process.
Visit our website for additional help: www.ihomeaudio.com/airplay/support
Step 3 - Play
Step 4 - Control
Step 5 - Enhance
Troubleshooting
AirPlay & iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad
AirPlay Wireless Audio Mode
Multi-room audio
Problem
Solution
Using an iOS device:
1. Connect your iOS device to the same Wi-Fi network as iW1. Go to
Settings -->
Wi-Fi on your iOS device.
2. Tap on
iPod/Music app, look for the
AirPlay button next to the iPod music transport controls.
3. Tap on the
AirPlay icon and choose iW1 from the list of speakers. If the iW1 speaker is not available, restart your
iOS device and verify that the iW1 is powered on.
4. Press play.
Enjoy AirPlay audio anywhere:
1. Press to exit standby mode and power the iW1 ON.
2. Press for wireless audio mode and listen to AirPlay music.
3. Use
buttons on the iW1 or iW1 remote to control streaming
AirPlay content.
Add AirPlay-enabled speakers to any room
iHome’s AirPlay solutions provide an affordable way to enjoy a truly wireless home
audio experience anywhere you want; kitchen, bedroom, livingroom or patio.
I am unable to connect the iW1 to
my home Wi-Fi network.
1. Verify that your Wi-Fi network is functioning.
2. Move the iW1 closer to your network access point; the Wi-Fi
signal is weak or the iW1 is out of range of your Wi-Fi network.
3. iW1 Hardware Reset:
- Unplug the AC jack/remove the iW1 from the charging base.
- Slide the rear Power Switch to the OFF and then ON position.
- Reconnect AC jack, place iW1 on charging base and wait 30 sec.
for the iW1 speaker to restart.
AirPlay & iTunes
Using a Mac or PC with iTunes:
1. Connect your Mac or PC to the same Wi-Fi network as iW1.
2. Open
iTunes on your computer.
3. Within iTunes open “Preferences”, Select the “Devices” tab, and activate the following option:
“Allow iTunes control from remote speakers”
4. Click OK, close iTunes preferences.
5. Look for the
AirPlay icon in the bottom right corner of the iTunes window.
6. Click the
AirPlay icon and choose iW1 from the list of speakers. Click "Multiple Speakers..." to select additional
AirPlay speakers. If the iW1 speaker is not available, restart iTunes and verify that the iW1 is powered on.
7. Press play.
Apple Remote App
Local iPod Audio Mode
Control iTunes playback anywhere in the house
Download Apple’s Remote app free from the App Store to your iOS device and
control your iTunes library and AirPlay speakers wirelessly when connected to the
same Wi-Fi network.
Dock, Charge, & Play using iPod USB sync cable or dock:
1. Connect USB sync cable to iW1’s USB port.
2. Press Local Playback mode button and enjoy iPod and iPhone charging
and audio playback.
3. Using
buttons on the iW1 or iW1 remote, in iPod mode, will control
your iPod music.
(iPhone & dock not included)
Note: Use iPod mode for both iPod docking and Aux-in audio playback.
iOS Music App Streaming
iW1 Start Guide
I’ve successfully connected the iW1
to my home network, but I cannot
select the iW1 speaker from iTunes
or my iOS Device.
status LED
Battery Life
To view the level of the iW1’s internal Li-Ion battery:
- Press the
Battery Status button (on back); the current battery life will be indicated with the iW1 top panel
volume control LED’s.
iHome+Sleep
Free music alarm clock app
Download our free music alarm clock app and wake to your favorite song, artist,
playlist, or podcast.
© 2011 SDI Technologies Inc. All rights reserved.
iHome and the
logo are registered trademark of SDI Technologies.
AirPlay, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, iPod, are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
PANDORA® is a registered trademark of Pandora Media Inc.
iheartradio® is a registered trademark of Clear Channel Communications, Inc.
Printed in China.
1. The iW1 speaker must be on the same Wi-Fi network as your
AirPlay source.
2. Verify you have the latest version of iTunes and/or iOS.
3. Try restarting iTunes or your iOS device.
Note: The original iPhone, iPhone 3G, and iPod touch (1st generation) do not support AirPlay.
PANDORA® and iheartradio®
Turn your iW1 system into an internet radio when you use AirPlay audio streaming
with your favorite iOS music apps.
Front Status Indicators
iW1 front status indicator LED:
OFF when battery is fully charged.
Green when touching a button on unit or remote.
Green, blinking when volume is muted.
Amber, solid when battery is charging.
Red, blinking when battery needs charging.
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I’ve selected the iW1 speaker as my
AirPlay audio source, but I do not
hear any music.
1. Verify that the volume is not muted or set to 0.
2. Verify that there is not another iTunes library or iOS device
connected to the iW1 speaker.
3. Try restarting iTunes or your iOS device.
The iW1 doesn’t respond or doesn’t
turn ON.
1. Verify that the adaptor is connected and the power outlet is
always ‘live’ (not controlled by a wall switch).
2. iW1 Hardware Reset:
- Unplug the AC jack/remove the iW1 from the charging base.
- Slide the rear Power Switch to the OFF and then ON position.
- Reconnect AC jack, place iW1 on charging base and wait 30 sec.
Visit our website for additional help: www.ihomeaudio.com/airplay/support
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Visit our website for additional help
www.ihomeaudio.com/airplay/support