Model: iBT280 Bluetooth Wireless Color Changing Dual Alarm FM Clock Radio with USB Charging instruction manual Questions? Contact Customer Service at 1-800-288-2792
iBT280 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the iHome iBT280. This product is designed to provide high quality wireless sound for your Bluetooth audio device and several color modes to enhance your listening experience. This instruction booklet explains the basic operation and care of the unit. Please read it carefully and keep for future reference. Maintenance • Place the unit on a level surface away from sources of direct sunlight or excessive heat.
iBT280 Table of Contents Meet Your iBT280 ............................................................................................................................................ 4 The Display/Setting Up the Unit............................................................................................................... 5 Setting the Time ..............................................................................................................................................
iBT280 Included • iBT280 system • 100V-240V universal AC adapter AC adapter iBT280 3
iBT280 Meet Your iBT280 Top Microphone Sleep Mode Button Press to set sleep duration Mode Button Alarm 1 Button Press to set select mode Set and arm/disarm Alarm 1 Alarm 2 Button Power/Alarm Reset Button Set and arm/disarm Alarm 2 Press to turn unit ON or OFF, reset alarm when sounding Answer Call and Forward/ Plus Settings Button Press to raise selected setting Raise Volume Button Raise volume End Call and Reverse/Minus Settings Button Lower Volume Button Press to lower selected setting Lo
Using the The Display iBT280 Time display Volume indicator Low Backup Battery indicator Alarm 1 and 2 indicators PM indicator AM indicator Sleep mode indicator Alarm is armed and will sound at set time Bluetooth Pairing indicator Wake to indicator Mode indicators: Aux, Bluetooth, FM Mode/Bedtime Sleep Timer/ FM station/date/alarm time display Setting Up the Unit Connect the included AC adapter to the DC jack located on the back of the unit and connect the other end to a working wall outlet.
Using the iBT280 Setting the Time DST Switch This unit has a Daylight Saving Time (DST) switch located on the back. By default, it is in Auto position and will automatically adjust the time at the start and end of Daylight Saving Time in March and November. If you are in a location that does not observe Daylight Saving Time or wish to set manually, move the switch to +1 to add an hour or to -1 to subtract an hour. 1. Press and hold the Time Set Button. The time will flash and a beep will sound.
Setting and Using the Alarms Using the iBT280 This unit has a dual alarm system so you can set two separate alarms to different alarm times and sources. Setting the Alarms Note: Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 are set the same way; Alarm Button below means the button ( or ) for whichever alarm you are setting. 1. Press and hold the or Button until the alarm icon flashes, the alarm time flashes on the lower part of the display and a beep sounds.
Using the iBT280 Previewing the Alarm and Turning the Alarm On/Off At the set time, the alarm will sound for 1 hour. 1. To turn off the sounding alarm and reset it to come on at the same time the following day, press and release the Power Button or the relevant Alarm Button. The alarm sound will stop and “OFF” will apear on the display briefly but the alarm icon will remain on the display, indicating the alarm is armed. 2.
Using the iBT280 Listening to FM Radio Setting up the Antenna Extend the FM wire antenna fully for best reception. Do not strip, alter or attach to other antennas. Tuning and Playing the Radio 1. Press and release the Mode Button as needed to select FM radio mode. 2. When FM mode is selected, press the – or + Button to tune the radio to a desired station. The current radio frequency appears in the lower right part of the display.
Using the iBT280 Color Change Mode Color Change Mode can be accessed whether the unit is ON or OFF. There are 4 color settings. Press the Color Button to cycle through them. The settings are: • FADE Slow color change (default): Colors slowly fade in and out continually from one color to the next. • FAST Fast color change: colors change quickly from one to another through the color spectrum. • COLOR Select a color.
Using the iBT280 Bluetooth Pairing Pairing is the set-up process to introduce your Bluetooth-capable device to the iBT280. Once your device is paired, the iBT280 can recognize it and you can play your audio through it. 1. Turn on your Bluetooth device and make it “discoverable” by turning on Bluetooth mode (check in Options or Settings). Power Button to turn on the iBT280. The first time the unit is powered 2.
Using the iBT280 Playing Audio Via Bluetooth 1. Press the Button to turn the unit ON. 2. Press and release the Mode Button as needed until “BLUETOOTH” and the icon appear on the display. 3. Press the Play/Pause/Presets Button on the unit to play audio from your linked Bluetooth device. Press again to paue play and once again to resume. 4. Press the – or + Button to go to the previous or next track. 5. Press the or Buttons to adjust the volume on the unit. 6.
Using the Playing your Aux Audio Device 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. iBT280 Connect one end of a standard stereo aux audio cable to the aux jack on the back of the unit and connect the other end to the headphone jack or aux-out jack on your audio device. Press and release the Mode Button as needed to put the unit in Aux-in mode. Use controls on your device to play and pause audio and to navigate tracks and menus. Press the or Button to adjust the unit volume. To turn off the unit, press and release the Button.
Using the iBT280 Replacing and Installing Clock Backup Battery Note: The CR2450 lithium battery is included in the unit. Please pull out the battery pull tab before you use the unit. This model is equipped with a battery backup circuit that will maintain the time and alarm time settings in the event of a temporary power interruption. The battery backup circuit will also operate the buzzer alarm to wake you up at the selected wake up time even if the power is out.
Troubleshooting Unit doesn’t respond (no sound) • • • • Check that all connections are correct and properly plugged in. Make sure your device is properly paired with the iBT280. Make sure the Power is ON. Make sure volume is up on your Bluetooth device and on unit. Unit doesn’t respond (locked up or frozen) • The unit may need to be reset. To do so, unplug the unit from power source and remove the backup battery. Let unit stand for 2 minutes. Re-install backup battery and connect unit to power source.
Consumer Product Safety Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer. 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.
iBT280 FCC Information FCC ID: EMOIBT280 IC: 986B-IBT280 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.
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.
