Model iD85
The Home System
For Your iPad®
works with
iHome + Sleep
alarm clock app
iHome + Radio
internet radio app
Note: iHome+Sleep and iHome+Radio apps are not covered in detail in this booklet. To learn more about how
these apps can enhance your experience, please download the free iHome+Sleep app from the App Store and
review the Start Guide.
quick start
1: power
Push plug head in
to change plugs
2: antennas
Push button to
release plug head
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DC 7.5V
DST
time set
time sync
time zone
am antenna line-in
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+1
DC 7.5V
DST
time set
time sync
time zone
am antenna line-in
-1
+1
Snap MW antenna into provided stand, then
plug antenna cable into socket on back of
iD85. Move antenna 12” away. Extend FM
antenna.
Attach AC adaptor cable to DC jack on
back of the iD85 and plug the other end
into a wall socket.
3: docking your iPad/iPhone/iPod
iPad with cover
remove the rubber dock pad
Gently dock your iPad, iPhone or iPod into the 30 pin dock. If using an iPad with a cover or
“skin”, first remove the rubber dock pad on the iD85. The iPad, iPhone or iPod will charge while
docked. Press the
Button on the iD85 to play your iPad, iPhone or iPod.
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quick start
4: time sync
Dock your iPad, iPhone or iPod (see step 3). Press and release the Time Sync Button located
on back of the iD85. “TIME SYNC” will appear on the display, followed by “TIME UPDATED”
upon successful syncing.
5: radio
Press the Mode Button as needed to select
MW/FM band. Press the + or - Button to
tune in a station. See page 7 for
programming presets.
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Controls and Indicators
Top Panel
Rubberized device rest
Flexible 30 pin connector for iPad/iPhone/iPod
Play/Pause Button
Nap Button
Alarm 2 Button
Alarm 1 Button
Volume + Button
Set + Button
nap
Bedtime Button
Wakeup Button
wakeup
bedtime
mode
presets
eq
Volume - Button
Set - Button
volume
set +/-
EQ Button
Presets Button
Mode Button
Alarm Reset/Power/App Settings Button
snooze/dimmer
Snooze/Dimmer Button
Rear Panel
Time Set Button Time Sync Button
ST switch Time Zone Button
Line-in Jack
AC Adaptor Jack
FM Antenna
DC 7.5V 3.5A
time sync
time set
time zone
am antenna line-in
ST
-1
+1
MW Loop Antenna socket
iD85 Display
Time Display
Alarm 1 Indicator
PM Indicator
AM Indicator
Alarm 2 Indicator
iHome App Indicator
Battery Low Indicator
NOTE: AM/PM indicators will not appear
when clock is set to 24 hour display mode
Radio / Alarm Time / iPod Display
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Setting Up the iD85
Updating your iD85 firmware
For best performance, make sure to update the iD85 firmware. To do so, download the free iHome+Sleep app from the
App Store. Launch the app, then go to Settings/iD85 and follow directions to update the firmware.
Connect iD85 to Power Source
Plug the AC adaptor cable into the AC Adaptor Jack and the other end into a standard 120V AC wall socket. Adaptor must
be plugged in to operate unit. The iD85 does not operate on batteries (a battery back up system maintains clock settings
during power failures).
Setting the Time Zone (US only)
This unit is a preset clock: the clock is preset at the factory. It’s simple to match the Time Zone setting to your location
(US only).
1. Depending on your location and whether or not Summer Time (ST) is in effect, manually set the ST Switch located at
the back of the unit to +1 to add an hour or to -1 to subtract an hour.
2. Press and hold the Time Zone Button located on the back of the unit until the Time Zone flashes on the lower part of
the display. Press the + or - Button to select your time zone. Note: Time Zone is disabled when clock display format
is set to 24 hours.
3. Press the Time Zone Button again (or no button within 10 seconds) to exit the time zone setting mode.
4. If the displayed time is not correct, please see Setting Time and Calendar Manually below.
Setting Time Using iPhone/iPod Time Sync
The iD85 Time Sync feature allows you to sync the time setting on the iD85 to the time from your iPhone, iPad or recent
model iPod (iPod touch, iPod nano and iPod Classic; older iPod models such as iPod mini do not support this feature).
1. Press the Time Sync Button located at the back of the unit, “Time Sync” flashes on the lower part of the display.
2. Once sync is completed,“Time Updated” will appear on the display.
3. If sync was not successful, “Sync Failed” will appear on the display. If this happens, please try again, with a different
iPhone/iPod if needed. If sync still fails, please see Setting Time and Calendar Manually (below).
NOTE: iPhone time is automatically updated to the correct time via cell phone towers. The time on your iPad or iPod is
accurate only to the time on the computer the last time the iPad/iPod was synced to it. It’s possible to have up to 59
seconds difference between the iD85 and synced iPhone/iPod.
Setting Time and Calendar manually
1. Press and hold the Time Set Button located at the back of the unit until the time flashes on the display.
2. Press the + or - Button to set the correct time (hold for faster setting). Remember to set the correct AM or PM time.
The AM/PM Indicators appear to the left of the time display.
3. Press the Time Set Button again. The year will flash. Press the + or - Button until the current year is displayed.
4. Press the Time Set Button again. The month and date will flash. Press the + or - Button until the current month/date
is displayed.
5. If desired, press either the
or
button during Time set to toggle the clock display format to 12 hours or 24 hours.
6. Press the Time Set Button again (or no button within 10 seconds) to exit the time/calendar setting mode.
NOTE: You can also adjust settings on the iD85 via the iHome+Sleep app. To do so, press and hold the
Button when
the iHome+Sleep app is open and in view. See the iHome+Sleep Start Guide for more information.
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Using the iD85
Using the Alarms
iD85 has a dual alarm system so you can set two separate alarms to different alarm times, wake-to sources and frequencies
(daily, weekdays or weekend).Tip: Download the free iHome+Sleep app for advanced alarm, snooze and sleep functions
Setting the Alarms
1. Press and hold the or
Button until the alarm time flashes on the lower part of the display. Press the + or - Button
to set the alarm time (hold for faster setting). Remember to set the correct AM or PM time.
2. Press the Alarm Button again to confirm the set alarm time, then press the + or - Button to set the alarm frequency
(7 = the whole week, weekday = Monday through Friday, weekend = Saturday and Sunday only).
3. Press the Alarm Button again, then press the + or - Button to select an alarm source to wake to: (iPod, Radio, Buzzer,
Playlist or App).
For wake to iPod: select iPod to wake to a docked iPad, iPhone or iPod. If the unit does not detect an iPad/iPhone/iPod
at the set alarm time, the iD85 will default to buzzer alarm. The alarm cycle lasts for one hour; make sure you have
enough music on your iPad, iPhone or iPod to last that long.
For wake to radio: after selecting Radio as wake to source, press the Alarm Button and then press the + or - Button
to select MW or FM band. Press the Alarm Button again and press the + or - Button to select a radio station or press
the Preset Button to wake to a preset radio station (see Using Radio on page 6 for details on setting radio stations and
presets).
For wake to playlist: you must create a playlist named “iHome” in iTunes and have it on your iPod/iPhone. The iD85
will play music randomly from within the “iHome” playlist. NOTE: you cannot wake to a playlist on your iPad.
For wake to app: you must have the free iHome+Sleep app installed and running on your iPad, iPhone or iPod to set
custom app alarms.
4. Press the Alarm Button again, then press the + or - Button to set the alarm volume.
5. Press the Alarm button again (or no button within 10 seconds) to exit the alarm setting mode. The alarm will be armed
once set and the corresponding alarm icon will light up. The lower part of the display will show the earliest set alarm
time.
Reviewing, Arming and Disarming Alarm (Turn Alarm Function On and Off)
Alarms are automatically armed when set. Active alarms are indicated by alarm icons on the display.
1. Once an alarm is armed, the lower part of the display will show the alarm time. If more then one alarm is armed, the
earliest alarm time will show.
2. To review the alarm time, press an alarm button once. The related alarm time will show on the lower part of the display.
3. During alarm review, press the alarm button once to toggle it on or off. If the alarm is armed, the related alarm icon will
light up.
Resetting the Alarm to Come on the Next Day
1. When the alarm is sounding, press the
Button to stop the alarm and reset it to come on the next set day. For
example, if alarm is set for weekdays and you press the alarm reset on Friday, the alarm will come on again on Monday,
not Saturday.
TIP: When the iHome+Sleep app is running, press the wakeup button to access wake profiles. When the app is not
running, you can press the wakeup button to shut off the unit and reset the alarm to come on at the set time.
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Using the iD85
Snooze Operation
1. To program a custom snooze time, press and hold the Snooze Button during normal operation (when alarm is not
sounding) until the snooze minutes display appears. Press the + or - Button to set the snooze timer from 1 to 29
minutes. Press the Snooze/Dimmer Button to exit snooze setting mode.
2. Press the Snooze/Dimmer Button after an alarm sounds. The alarm will be silenced for the set snooze duration time
then sound again. Snooze can be pressed several times during the 1 hour alarm cycle.
Sure Alarm
The iD85 has a sure alarm feature. If back-up batteries are installed, the buzzer alarm will still sound in the event of a
power failure.
Tip: Download the free iHome+Sleep app for advanced alarm, snooze and sleep functions
Charging your iPad/iPhone/Pod
1. Gently dock your iPad, iPhone or iPod. While an iPad/iPhone/iPod is docked in the unit and the unit is connected to AC
power, it recharges (until fully charged). NOTE: iPod Classic (1G and 2G) will not charge.
Listening to iPad/iPhone/iPod
1. Dock the already playing iPad/iPhone/iPod in Dock. The iD85 will automatically turn on and you will hear the music
playing from your iPad/iPhone/iPod.
Note: If the playing song volume is too low on the iPad/iPhone/iPod, the iD85 may not detect iPod is in play mode.
Press the
Button to play it.
2. When an iPad/iPhone/iPod is docked and in standby mode, press the
display to indicate iPod playing mode.
Button to play it. “iPod” will appear on the
3. Press the
Button again to pause play; press again to resume it.
4. Press the + or - Button to skip to the next or previous track on your iPad/iPhone/iPod. Press and hold the + or - Button
to search within a track.
5. Press the
or
to adjust the system volume.
6. Press the EQ Button as needed to select Treble, Bass, Balance or 3D Sound, then press the + or - Button to adjust
settings .
7. To turn off the unit, press the
Button. An iPad/iPhone/iPod will continue charging while docked.
Listening to Radio
Setting up Antenna
Extend FM wire antenna fully for best reception. Do not strip, alter or attach to other antennas.
Snap MW antenna cable into MW Loop Antenna Socket on back of unit and snap antenna into the antenna stand. Move
antenna 12” away from unit for best reception.
Tuning and Playing the Radio
1. Press the Mode Button as needed to turn on the iD85 and cycle through iPod, FM radio, MW radio and Line-in modes.
2. When the desired FM or MW mode is selected, press the + or - Button to tune the radio to a desired station. The current
radio frequency appears in the lower right of the display. Press the + or - Button for a few seconds to scan for the next
clear station.
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Using the iD85
3. You can set up to 12 presets (6 MW, 6 FM).To memorize a station as a preset:
A. Press the Mode Button to select the desired MW or FM band.
B. Press the Presets Button as needed to step through the 6 presets (P1 - P6) to the number you wish to assign, and
then hold the Presets Button until the selected preset number begins flashing in the display.
C. Press the + or - Button to tune the radio to a desired station. Hold briefly to have the radio autoscan/search for the
next clear station.
D. Press the Preset Button to confirm the setting. A confirmation beep will confirm the setting and the preset number
you wish to assign. Repeat steps A-D to preset up to 6 stations.
4. To listen to a preset station, press the Mode Button to select the desired MW or FM band. Then press the Presets
Button as needed to choose the desired preset.
5. Press the
or
Button to adjust the system volume. If desired, adjust the EQ as described under Listening to
iPad/iPhone/iPod.
6. To turn off the radio (and the unit), press the Button.
TIP: Download the iHome+Radio app from the App Store to enjoy thousands of internet radio stations from around the
globe on your iD85.
Using the Aux-in Jack
You can play any portable audio device with a standard 3.5 mm headphone jack through the iD85 via the Line-in Jack.
1. Plug one end of a standard audio patch cord (not included) into the headphone or line-out jack on your device and the
other end of the patch cord into the iD85 Aux-in Jack located on the back of the unit.
2. Press the Mode Button until “Aux-in” appears in the lower part of the display.
3. Turn on and play your device.
4. Press the
well.
or Button to adjust the system volume. You may need to adjust the volume on your external device as
5. Press the EQ Button as needed to select Treble, Bass, Balance or 3D Sound, then press the + or - Button to adjust
settings.
6. To turn off the unit, press the
Button. Please remember to turn off your device, too.
Sleep Operation
Sleep mode lets you sleep to your iPhone/Pod or radio, gradually lowering the volume until the unit shuts off at the selected
time.
1. Press the Bedtime Button to enter sleep mode. The sleep time will show in the lower display.
2. Press the Bedtime Button again as needed to adjust the sleep timer from 120, 90, 60, 30, 15 minutes or OFF.
3. When the display changes back to show the real time, press the Sleep Button once to show the sleep time remaining.
Pressing it again will change sleep time to next lowest increment.
4. iD85 has an independent volume setting for sleep mode so you can adjust the sleeping volume without affecting the
normal volume. Press the
next time you enter sleep mode until controls are changed.
5. To stop listening at any time, press the Button to turn unit off.
or Button to adjust the sleep volume. The sleep volume will remain at that level the
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Nap Operation
Nap mode lets you set an alarm separate from the Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 settings. The nap wake to source by default is the
buzzer alarm, but if an iPad/iPhone/iPod is docked, that will act as the alarm source. If you are listening to the radio or
aux-in source, it will be muted and the buzzer will sound at the selected wake time.
1. Press the Nap Button located on top of the unit as needed to adjust the nap timer for 5, 10, 15, 20, 30, 45, 60, 90 or
120 minutes or OFF.
2. To cancel nap mode, press the Nap Button until OFF is displayed. To turn off the nap alarm once it sounds, press the
Button.
Dimmer Operation
During normal operation (when no alarm is sounding), press the Snooze/Dimmer Button to control the brightness of the
LCD display.
Using the iD85 in Other Countries
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 iD85 is OFF (not playing in any mode). Press and hold the Mode Button for about 5 seconds until “Radio
xxx” appears in the lower part of display. Press the + or - Button to set the “xxx” to your region.
2. Press the Mode Button again (or no button within 5 seconds) to exit the radio frequency setting mode.
Installing/Replacing Clock Back-up Batteries
We recommend the use of alkaline batteries for longer life.
The iD85 comes with 2 AA back-up batteries installed to provide continuous alarm operation
and clock settings in the event of a power failure. When the Battery Low Icon located on the
right of the display is flashing, it is time to replace the back-up batteries.
1. Open the battery compartment cover located on the bottom of the unit.
2. Please make sure the AC adaptor is connected, otherwise all settings may be lost during
battery replacement.
3. Insert 2 AA batteries, checking that the polarity (+ and – ends of the battery) matches the
drawing near the battery compartment. Close the compartment door.
Note: Make sure you dispose of batteries properly (see your local regulations).
Battery Warning
For models that require more than one battery
• Do not mix with used or other battery types/brands
• Replace all batteries at the same time
• Do not open batteries
• Do not heat above 75ºC (167ºF)
• Do not expose contents to water
• Do not charge or recharge
• Do not install backwards
• Do not dispose of in fire
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A Consumer Guide to Product Safety
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. Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used near water. For example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement.
2. Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
For example, it should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block ventilation openings. Also,
it should not be placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet, which may impede the flow of air
through the ventilation openings.
3. Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other appliances
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
4. Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the appliance.
5. Power-Cable Protection – Power supply cables should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them. It is always best to have a clear area from where the cable exits the
unit to where it is plugged into an AC socket.
6. Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as recommended. See the Maintenance section of this manual for cleaning
instructions.
7. Objects and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into any
openings or vents located on the product.
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. Overloading – Do not overload wall sockets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.
11. Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. the power supply cable or plug has been damaged.
B.
objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled into the enclosure.
C. the unit has been exposed to rain.
D. the unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.
E.
the unit exhibits a marked change in performance or does not operate normally.
12. Antenna – Do not connect an external antenna to the unit (other than that provided).
13. Periods of Nonuse – If the unit is to be left unused for an extended period of time, such as a month or longer, the
power cable should be unplugged from the unit to prevent damage or corrosion.
14. Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond those methods described in the user’s operating
instructions. Service methods not covered in the operating instructions should be referred to qualified service personnel.
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Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible Problem
Solution
iD85 does not turn on
AC adaptor isn't plugged into a working wall
socket or not plugged into the power supply
jack on back of the unit
Plug the AC adaptor into a working wall socket and plug the connector
into the supply jack on the unit
iD85 doesn’t respond
iD85 requires a reset
If unit is plugged in and doesn't respond, try resetting the unit by
following these steps:
a) remove iPhone/iPod from dock
b) unplug unit from power source
c) remove back up batteries
d) wait a few minutes, then resume use
Remove your iPhone/iPod from the dock and check for obstruction on
the connectors in the dock and on your iPhone/iPod. Then reseat it in
the dock.
iPhone/iPod is not docked properly
Battery Low icon
always flashing
Batteries are weak
Replace with new batteries
Batteries were not installed properly
Check to make sure the polarity ( + and – ends) matches the diagram
in the battery compartment
iPhone/iPod does not iPhone/iPod is not docked properly
respond to the unit/iPod
Remove your iPhone/iPod from the dock and check for obstruction on
the connectors in the dock and on your iPhone/iPod. Then reseat it in
the dock.
is playing but no sound
comes out
Your iPhone/iPod software is too old
Upgrade software on your iPhone/iPod via iTunes on your computer
iPhone/iPod is locked up/plays but no sound
comes out
Check the volume setting. Make sure your iPhone/iPod is working
properly before docking into the unit. Please refer to your
iPhone/iPod manual for details. See above for software upgrade
information.
You may need to reset your iPhone/iPod. Refer to your iPhone
or iPod user guide for details on how to perform a reset.
Using 1st or 2nd generation iPod, iPod Shuffle or iD85 cannot control those iPod models or other devices.
other devices.
iD85/iPhone/iPod
performance is erratic
The iD85 is reacting to external interference
Move unit away from potential sources of external interference such as
computers, modems, wireless devices (routers) or fluorescent light.
No sound from iD85
Volume is set too low on iD85
Make sure volume is turned up
iPhone/iPod didn’t
charge up
iPhone/iPod is not installed properly
Remove your iPhone/iPod from the dock and check for obstruction on
the connectors in the dock and on your iPhone/iPod. Then reseat it in
the dock.
iPhone/iPod is locked up/ frozen
iPhone/iPod battery has problem
Please make sure your iPhone/iPod is working properly before docking
into the unit. Please refer to your iPhone/iPod manual for details.
No MW band radio MW loop antenna is not connected to the unit
sound but FM OK
Plug the MW loop antenna connector to the jack on the back of the unit
MW band radio is very MW loop antenna isn’t located properly
noisy
Move the MW loop antenna away from the main unit AC adaptor and
rotate it for best reception
Time sync didn’t work
Older iPod models such as iPod mini do not
support time sync function
Make sure you are using an iPhone or newer iPod such as touch,
nano or classic. If not available, set time manually (see page 4).
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Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible Problem
Solution
Sound is distorted
Volume level is set too high
Decrease the volume
Sound source is distorted
If the iPhone/iPod original sound source (MP3) is old or of poor quality,
distortion and noise are easily noticed with high-power speakers. Try a
different audio source such as a music CD.
If you are using an external sound source like older generation of iPod
or iPod Shuffle, try reducing the output volume on the device itself. Also
try turning bass boost OFF.
EQ settings are too high. For example, if the
treble is too high, the 3D effect may not sound
as good
Lower EQ settings.
Unit/adaptor gets
warm after extended
play at high volume
This is normal
Turn unit off for awhile or lower volume
Snooze time
is too long/short
Custom snooze time not set
Press and hold Snooze button then press + or - button to adjust
When setting clock or alarm time, take note of the AM/PM indicators
Alarm not working
AM/PM time/alarm time not set correctly
Alarm time or source selected for alarm 2 , not
alarm 1 or vice versa
Make sure to set the alarm time and source for the alarm icon 1 or 2
that is shown on the clock display
7-5-2 days setting is not correct
7 days is every day alarm, 5 days is Mon-Fri, and 2 days is Sat-Sun. See
page 5 for setting alarms.
Calendar is not set correctly, which can affect
7/5/2 day alarm operation
See page 4 for setting Clock/Calendar Section.
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