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Reset the iW3 speaker by using a

paper clip to press the reset button

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Share Wi-Fi Settings?

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Do you want to share your Wi-Fi

settings so this accessory can

connect to the Wi-Fi network?

The iW3 speaker must be on the same network as your AirPlay

source.

iTunes Solutions:

iOS device solutions:

I’ve selected the iW3 speaker as my

AirPlay audio source, but I do not

hear any music.

Press and hold (3 sec.) Network Setup

button on the back of unit.

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Change Device Name

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This name will be displayed when selecting your

speaker from a list of available AirPlay devices.

Wi-Fi

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Model: iHome iW3 • Firmware: 8.0.0

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Visit our website for additional help: www.ihomeaudio.com/support/airplay/

Step 2 - Network Setup for AirPlay

Activate Wi-Fi on your iPad, iPhone, or

iPod touch (with iOS 5.0 or later) and

connect to your preferred network.

Connect your iOS device to the iW3

using the included USB sync cable.

Press the Network Setup button

on the back of the iW3.

Verify that the iW3 is powered on.

Option C - Connecting with your Mac or PC over Wi-Fi

A pop-up message will appear on the iOS device

asking if you want to share your Wi-Fi settings.

Select ‘Allow’.

Your iOS device will share current wireless

network credentials with the iW3 and a conﬁrma-

tion tone will sound. Verify that the Network

Status LED is green and then keep reading to learn

how to use iW3 to stream your iTunes and iOS

audio content using AirPlay.

Option B - Manually connecting with the iHome Set app

Option A - Connecting via Wi-Fi Sharing with iOS 5.0 (RECOMMENDED)

Step 1 - Getting Started

What’s in the Box

Visit our website for additional help: www.ihomeaudio.com/support/airplay/

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Solutions

I’ve successfully connected the iW3

to my home network, but I cannot

select the iW3 speaker from iTunes

or my iOS Device.

Make sure that you have the latest version if iTunes.

Try restarting iTunes.

Before you open iTunes, make sure that you have enabled

Bonjour service in your PC. Take Windows XP for example: to

enable the service, you can click Start->Settings-> Control Panel,

and double click Administrative Tools-> Services->Bonjour

Service, then click Start followed by OK on the pop-up menu.

In order for the iW3 to be able to access track controls in iTunes

you need to allow it in iTunes:

- In iTunes, go to Preferences.

- In the Devices tab, check "Allow iTunes audio control from

remote speaker"

Make sure the iOS device has the latest software.

If your unable to see the Airplay icon on the iOS device, restart

your iOS device.

Verify that your device is connected to the correct Wi-Fi network.

Note: The original iPhone, iPhone 3G, and iPod touch (1st gener-

ation) do not support AirPlay.

Verify that the adaptor is connected, that the power outlet is live

(not controlled by a wall switch), and battery is fully charged.

Reset the iW3 speaker using a paper clip to press the Reset

Button located on the bottom cabinet.

Verify that the volume is not muted or set to 0.

Verify that there is not another iTunes library or iOS device

connected to the iW3 speaker.

Try restarting iTunes or your iOS device.

Reset the iW3 using the Reset button and reboot your Wi-Fi

router.

The iW3 doesn’t respond or doesn’t

turn ON.

Check list before proceeding to Step 2

Powering on the iW3

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 Set app for iPod touch, iPhone and iPad.

Have your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password (if applicable) available for reference.

If you use security for your network, use WPA/WPA2 security (not WEP or WPA/WPA2 enterprise)

Note: AirPlay requires iTunes 10.1 (Mac and PC) or later; OR an iPad (1st, 2nd, and 3rd generations) iPhone 4, iPhone

3GS, iPod touch (4th, 3rd, and 2nd generations) with iOS 4.2 or later. The iHome Set app requires iOS 4.2 or later.

Overview

Controls and Indicators

iW3 Start Guide

Visit our website for additional help and how-to videos

www.ihomeaudio.com/support/airplay/

allow 20 seconds for the IW3 system to startup

AirPlay Wireless Audio Mode

Enjoy AirPlay audio anywhere:

1. Press to exit standby mode and power the iW3 ON.

2. Press for AirPlay wireless audio mode.

3. Use buttons on the iW3 to control streaming AirPlay content.

Step 4 - Control

Local iPod Audio Mode

Charge and Play iPad, iPhone and iPod using iPod USB sync cable:

1. Connect USB sync cable to iW3’s USB port.

2. Press Local audio mode button and enjoy iPod and iPhone charging

and audio playback.

3. Using buttons on the iW3 in iPod mode will control

your iPod music.

Note: Use Local Audio mode to play music via USB and Aux-in.

(iPhone & sync charge stand not included)

iW3- Start Guide (US)

size: 740W x 148H (mm)

April 12, 2012 (Matte PP coating)

iW3- Start Guide (US)

size: 740W x 148H (mm)

April 12, 2012 (Matte PP coating)

OPTIONAL: To rename your iW3 speaker,

exit manual network setup, select ‘Speaker

Name’ and customize how your iW3

speaker will present itself on your network.

Press ‘DONE’ to conﬁrm the new name.

Connect your iOS device to the iW3 using the

included USB sync cable.

Scroll down the app interface and select the

‘Network’ tab interface and then select ‘Manual

Setup’ button.

Select your preferred Wi-Fi network from the list of

available networks and enter password if prompted.

Connect your iOS device to the same Wi-Fi network as iW3. Go to Settings --> Wi-Fi on your iOS device.

Tap on iPod/Music app, look for the AirPlay icon next to the iPod music transport controls.

Tap on the AirPlay icon and choose iW3 from the list of speakers. If the iW3 speaker is not available, restart your

iOS device and verify that the iW3 is powered on.

Press play.

Connect your Mac or PC to the same Wi-Fi network as iW3.

Open iTunes on your computer.

Within iTunes open “Preferences”, Select the “Devices” tab, and activate the following option:

“Allow iTunes control from remote speakers”

Click OK, close iTunes preferences.

Look for the AirPlay icon in the bottom right corner of the iTunes window.

Click the AirPlay icon and choose iW3 from the list of speakers. Click "Multiple Speakers..." to select additional

AirPlay speakers. If the iW3 speaker is not available, restart iTunes and verify that the iW3 is powered on.

Press play.

AirPlay & iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad

Using an iOS device:

AirPlay & iTunes

Using a Mac or PC with iTunes (AirPlay streaming is designed for iTunes media and audio content only):

Step 3 - Play

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Select the network called "iHome Setup

######" from Wi-Fi network settings on

your Mac or PC.

upper right corner of

Mac screen

lower right corner of

PC Screen

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AirPort: On

Turn AirPort Oﬀ

Your Wi-Fi network

Another network

iHome Setup ######

Join Other Nework...

Create Network...

Open Network Preferences...

YOUR Wi-Fi NETWORK

iHome Setup ######

Open Network and Sharing Center

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Internet access

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Information sent over this network

miight be visible to others.

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Solutions

I am unable to connect the iW3 to

my home Wi-Fi network.

Verify that your Wi-Fi network is functioning and Wi-Fi certiﬁed.

The iW3 does not support WEP or WPA/WPA2 Enterprise security

types. We recommend Open, WPA/WPA2 Personal. Once you

change the security type on your router, we suggest rebooting

your Wi-Fi router and your iW3 speaker.

Make sure your router ﬁrmware is up to date.

Make sure that your wireless network is not on a conﬂicting

channel with one of your neighbors. You can use software like

iStumbler on Mac or Netstumbler on Windows to verify that

adjacent networks, sorted by SNR, aren't on the same channel.

Channels 1, 6, and 11 are the three non-overlapping 802.11g

channels.

Move the iW3 closer to your network access point; the Wi-Fi

signal is weak or there are overlapping Wi-Fi signals or the iW3 is

out of range of your Wi-Fi network.

Keep away from potential sources of interference which may

aﬀect Wi-Fi signal, such as microwave ovens.

Reset the iW3 Hardware and repeat network setup:

- Using a paper clip, press the iW3 speaker by pressing the Reset

Button on the bottom of the speaker within the charging base

recess. The iW3 will reboot and power ON again.

- Repeat iW3 Wi-Fi Network Setup process if necessary.

iHome and the logo are registered trademarks of SDI Technologies.

AirPlay, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, iPod, are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

TuneIn® is a registered trademark of TuneIn, Inc.

PANDORA® is a registered trademark of Pandora Media Inc.

iHeartRadio® is a registered trademark of Clear Channel Communications, Inc.

Printed in China.

iW3 09222011-A

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 - including kitchen, bedroom, livingroom or patio.

Multi-room audio

PANDORA® , iHeartRadio®, and TuneIn® - Internet radio music apps

Turn your iW3 system into an internet radio when you use AirPlay audio streaming

with your favorite iOS music apps.

Apps

Remote App - 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.

iHome+apps - iW3 works with a suite of iHome apps available on the app store

iHome Set - control iW3 features like network setup, EQ, and ﬁrmware updates.

iHome Sleep - wake to custom alarms and music playlists.

USB sync

cable

power adaptorcharging base

iW3 start guide

iW3 Speaker

Master power switch

Reset button

USB Port

(Charge, play and ﬁrmware updates)

REAR PANEL

Wi-Fi network status LED

Firmware button & status LED

Wi-Fi network setup button

(Wi-Fi Sharing via iOS & manual network setup)

Aux-in

Status LED

OFF when battery is fully charged

Green, blinking when volume is muted

Red, solid when battery is charging

Red, blinking when battery needs charging

Master power is OFF

Green, solid when connected to a Wi-Fi network

Red, blinking when NOT connected to a Wi-Fi network

TOP PANEL

Volume Up/Down

iPod and iTunes

music controls

Power

AirPlay wireless audio mode

(audio via iOS device or iTunes)

Local iPod audio mode

(play audio via USB sync cable or aux-in)

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Place iW3 on charging baseConnect charging base to

power source

Turn master power switch ON

12V

outlet

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If you have an iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad with iOS 5.0 or later, we recommend that you use

Wi-Fi network log-in sharing for the quickest network setup experience.

Success!

Verify that the Network Status LED is green

and then keep reading to learn how to use

iW3 to stream your iTunes and iOS audio

content using AirPlay.

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If you have an iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad with iOS 4.2 or later, we recommend that you use

our free iHome Set app to easily rename your iW3 speaker and conﬁgure network settings.

Download our free iHome Set app from the

App Store and launch.

Other network

Wi-Fi Networks

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Your Wi-Fi Network

Choose a Network for iW3

Other Wi-Fi Network

Settings

Other Wi-Fi Network

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Quick Wi-Fi Setup Instructions

STEP 1: Dock your iOS device to iW3

Share this iPad/iPhone/iPod’s Wi-Fi network

logon settings with your AirPlay speaker

(This method does not require a special app)

iW3About Manual Setup

Verify that the iW3 is powered on.

Launch a web browser (ex. Safari, Chrome, or Firefox)

and enter http://192.168.1.12 in the address bar.

Select the ‘Networking Tab’ , click ‘Conﬁgure Network

Settings’, choose preferred Wi-Fi network from the list

of available and click ‘Apply’.

For support and product information, visit

www.ihomeaudio.com/support

Device Name

Device name

iHome iW3 XXXXXX

Apply

This name will be used when your speaker appears in a list of

available AirPlay devices.

Model: iW3

Firmware: 08.0.0

MAC address: a3:4b:61:e5:24:22

http://192.168.1.12

Networking

Network status: Not Connected

SSID: not available

Type: not available

Signal strength: excellent

IP address: 192.168.1.12

Conﬁgure Network Settings...

Password: •••••••••

Automatic IP address (DHCP):

On Off

Apply

Available Networks

SSID:

- Select the ‘Device Name’ tab to customize the name of

your iW3 speaker.

- If the page is not initially available, reload the page.

- If the Status LED continues to ﬂash green for more

than 2 minutes, reset the iW3 speaker and repeat the

Wi-Fi Network Setup process.

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