Model: iBT290 Bluetooth Wireless Color Changing Dual Alarm FM Clock Radio with USB Charging instruction manual Questions? Contact Customer Service at 1-800-288-2792
iBT290 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the iHome iBT290. This product is designed to provide high quality wireless sound for your Bluetooth audio device. 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. • Protect your furniture when placing your unit on a natural wood and lacquered finish.
iBT290 Table of Contents Meet Your iBT290 ............................................................................................................4 The Display/Setting Up the Unit ..........................................................................................5 Setting the Time ...............................................................................................................6 Setting and Using the Alarm ............................................................................
iBT290 Included • iBT290 system • 100V-240V universal AC adaptor iBT290 power adaptor 3
iBT290 Meet Your iBT290 Top Time Set/Sleep Button Power/Alarm Reset Button Alarm 1 Button Press for sleep timer Press and hold for time setting Press to turn unit ON or OFF, reset alarm when sounding Set and arm/disarm Alarm 1 Alarm 2 Button Set and arm/disarm Alarm 2 Answer Call and Forward/ Plus Settings Button Raise Volume Button Press to raise selected setting Raise volume Color Button Press to cycle color settings Lower Volume Button Lower volume End Call and Reverse/Minus Settings But
Using the The Display Aux mode indicator Bluetooth Pairing indicator iBT290 Alarm 1 and 2 indicators Alarm is armed and will sound at set time Low Backup Battery indicator Sleep mode indicator Wake to indicator FM radio mode indicator PM indicator AM indicator Time display Mode/Bedtime Sleep Timer/ FM station/alarm time display Setting Up the Unit Connect the included AC adaptor to the DC jack located on the back of the unit and connect the other end to a working wall outlet. Extend FM antenna.
Using the Setting the Time iBT290 1. Press and hold the Time Set/Sleep Button for 2 seconds. “CLOCK” will appear in the bottom of the display, the time will flash and a beep will sound. Press the – or + Button to set the correct time (press and hold for rapid setting). Remember to set the correct AM or PM time. The AM and PM Indicators are located to the left of the time digits. 2. Press the Time Set/Sleep Button. The year will flash. Press the – or + Button to set the correct year. 3.
Setting and Using the Alarm (Continued) Using the iBT290 3. Press and release the Alarm Button again to confirm the alarm schedule. The wake to icon and the current alarm source will flash. Press the – or + Button as needed to select to set the alarm wake-to source: BT, FM radio or Tone. To Wake to Bluetooth: You will wake to the currently linked Bluetooth device. If no device is detected, the alarm will default to buzzer. To Wake to FM radio: The default wake to source is the current FM radio station.
Using the Operating the Alarms iBT290 At the set time, the alarm will sound for up to one (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 Button. The alarm sound will stop but the alarm icon will remain in the display, indicating the alarm is armed. 2.
Using the Using the Unit in Other Countries iBT290 Different regions of the world use different FM radio frequency steps and ranges. You will need to select the one that matches the standards in your region (USA, EUROPE, JAPAN, AUSTRALIA, or CHINA). The default setting is USA; if you live in the US, you may skip this section. 1. Make sure the unit is OFF (not playing in any mode). Press and hold the Mode Button for about 5 seconds until “USA” appears in the lower part of display and 1 beep sounds.
Using the iBT290 Pairing Your Device Via Bluetooth Whenever AC power is connected, the iBT290 will attempt to autolink to a previously paired device. 1. Turn on your Bluetooth device and make it “discoverable” by turning on Bluetooth mode (check in Options or Settings). 2. Press the Button to turn on the iBT290. 3. Press the Mode Button to cycle to Bluetooth mode, indictaed by “BT” on the display” 4. Press and hold the Pairing Button on top of the iBT290 for 2 seconds.
Using the Playing Audio Via Bluetooth 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. iBT290 Press the Button to turn the unit ON. Press and release the Mode Button as needed to select Bluetooth mode (“BT”appears on the display). Press the Play/Pause/Presets Button on the unit to play audio from your linked Bluetooth device. Press the – or + Buttons to go to the previous or next track. Press the or Buttons to adjust the volume on the unit. When done listening, press the Button to turn the unit off.
Using the Playing your Aux Audio Device iBT290 1. Connect one end of a standard aux audio cable (not included) 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. 2. Press and release the Mode Button as needed to put the unit in Aux-in mode. 3. Use controls on your device to play and pause audio and to navigate tracks and menus. 4. Press the or Buttons to adjust the unit volume. 5.
Replacing and Installing Clock Backup Battery Using the iBT290 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 iBT290. 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.
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.
iBT290 FCC Information FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. FCC ID: EMOIBT290 IC: 986B-IBT290 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.
iBT290 Eng IB (removed Aux-in cable) Size: 153mm x 120mm Printing color: Black Dec 13, 2016 P1 Model: iBT290 Bluetooth Wireless Color Changing Dual Alarm FM Clock Radio with USB Charging instruction manual Questions? Contact Customer Service at 1-800-288-2792
