iHome Portable Speaker IHM79BC User Manual

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. A cloth or other  
protective material should be placed between it and the furniture.  
Clean your unit with a soft cloth moistened only with mild soap and water. Stronger cleaning agents, such  
as Benzene, thinner or similar materials can damage the surface of the unit.  
Limited 1 Year Warranty Information  
Model iHM79  
Portable  
Rechargeable  
MiniSpeakers  
iHome Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI Technologies), warrants this product to  
be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and conditions, for a period of 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. Should this fail to resolve the matter and service still be required by reason of any defect or malfunction during  
the warranty period, SDI Technologies will repair or, at its discretion, replace this product without charge (except for a $10.00  
charge for handling, packing, return UPS/postage, and insurance). This decision is subject to verification of the defect or  
malfunction upon delivery of this product to the Factory Service Center listed below. The product must include proof of  
purchase, including date of purchase. The fee for service without proof of purchase is $20.00.  
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety  
Before returning this product for service, please first replace the batteries (if applicable) with fresh ones, as exhausted or  
defective batteries are the most common cause of problems encountered.  
If service is still required:  
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. Remove the batteries (if applicable) and pack the unit in a well padded, heavy corrugated box.  
2. Enclose a photocopy of your sales receipt, credit card statement, or other proof of the date of purchase, if within the  
warranty period.  
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.  
3. Enclose a check or money order payable to the order of SDI Technologies, for the sum of $10.00 ($20.00 without  
proof of purchase).  
4. Send the unit prepaid and insured, to the Factory Service Center listed below.  
Consumer Repair Department  
SDI Technologies Inc.  
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.  
1330 Goodyear Drive  
El Paso, TX 79936-6420  
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.  
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.  
Disclaimer of Warranty  
This equipment complies with the limits for a Class B digital device as specified in Part 15 of FCC  
Rules. These limits provide reasonable protection against radio and TV interference in a residential  
area.  
However, your equipment might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly.  
To eliminate interference you can try one or more of the following corrective measures:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
• Increase the distance between the equipment and the radio or TV.  
• Use outlets on different electrical circuits for the equipment and the radio or TV.  
• Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician if the problem still exists.  
Modifying or tampering with your system’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might  
invalidate the system’s warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
NOTE: This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed. It does not cover (i)  
products which have been damaged by negligence or willful actions, misuse or accident, or which have been modified or  
repaired by unauthorized persons; (ii) cracked or broken cabinets, or units damaged by excessive heat; (iii) damage to  
digital media players, CD’s or tape cassettes (if applicable); (iv) the cost of shipping this product to the Factory Service  
Center and its return to the owner.  
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.  
This warranty is valid only in the United States of America and does not extend to owners of the product other than to the  
original purchaser. In no event will SDI Technologies or any of its affiliates, contractors, resellers, their officers, directors,  
shareholders, members or agents be liable to you or any third party for any consequential or incidental damages, any lost  
profits, actual, exemplary or punitive damages. (Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties or exclusion of  
consequential damages, so these restrictions may not apply to you.) This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you  
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
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.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
B. objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled into the enclosure.  
IMPORTANT  
Read before proceeding  
Your acknowledgement and agreement to fully and completely abide by the above mentioned disclaimer of warranty is  
contractually binding to you upon your transfer of currency (money order, cashier's check, or credit card) for purchase of  
your SDI Technologies product.  
C. the unit has been exposed to rain.  
D. the unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.  
If you have any question reagarding the operation or use of this product, please vist www.ihomeaudio.com  
to view answers to frequently asked questions.  
To learn more about this and other iHome products, please visit us online at www.ihomeaudio.com  
E. the unit exhibits a marked change in performance or does not operate normally.  
12. 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.  
© 2009 SDI Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved  
For Models That Use Lithium Batteries:  
• Lithium batteries can explode or cause burns if disassembled, shorted, recharged, exposed to water, fire, or high temperatures &  
not handled appropriately  
13. 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.  
or call 1-800-288-2792 Toll Free  
• Do not place loose batteries in a pocket, purse, or other container containing metal objects, do not mix with used or other battery  
types, or store with hazardous or combustible materials.  
or call 1-800-288-2792 Toll Free  
• Store in cool, dry, ventilated area.  
 
iHM79-121009-A  
Printed in China  
• Follow applicable laws and regulations for transport and disposal.  
Using the iHM79  
To unlock and expand each speaker, grip the top and bottom  
and give a small twist counter-clockwise. DO NOT pull hard  
once open, as the built in spring will automatically extend the  
speaker to its proper position  
To compress and lock speaker, line up lock tab on speaker top  
with lock/unlock icon on base. Press speaker down from the  
top and twist clockwise to lock in place.  
The speakers have magnetic bases. They can be joined  
together for storage or for convenient travel with the included  
travel pouch. To separate the speakers gently pull them apart.  
Lock Tab  
Lock Tab  
Separate the Two Speakers  
Connecting the iHM79  
• Connect a mini-USB plug to the input jack on each speaker.  
• Connect the stereo 3.5mm audio plug to the headphone jack  
or line-out of any audio device.  
Power Switch  
LED  
Power Switch  
LED  
• Slide the Power Switch of each speaker to the ON position.  
The blue power light will come on.  
• Press play on your audio device and adjust its volume to  
listen to audio.  
USB Connection  
Note: the larger USB plug is used for charging only, not  
for audio. Please refer to next section for charging  
instructions  
Power Switch  
Charging the iHM79  
The iHM79 is powered by a rechargeable battery in each  
speaker. When the blue power light dims, or if you start to  
notice sound distortion at higher volumes, it's time to recharge  
the batteries.  
• Connect the larger USB plug to a powered USB port, such as  
that on a computer. The light on the speaker will turn to red  
while charging and turn blue when fully charged.  
Note: you can continue to listen to the speakers while  
they are charging  
NOTE: This product has magnets in the base of each  
speaker. To avoid interference or possible damage, do not  
place speakers directly on electronic devices such as  
computers or monitors.  
mobile phone  
PSP  
iPod  
MP3/MP4  
USB 2.0  
PC  
Laptop  
Charging the iHM79  
Connect To Audio Source  
 

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