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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the iHome iBT68. 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 them 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. 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 thinner or similar materials can damage the surface of the unit.
What's Included
• iBT68 speaker
• USB charging cable
iBT68 speaker
Meet Your iBT68
Top
Blue Bluetooth Status
Red Charging Status
Indicator Light
Indicator Light
Bottom
Power off/on Switch
Charging the Unit
CHARGE UNIT BEFORE USE/KEEP UNIT OFF FOR FASTER CHARGING
1. Connect the micro USB plug on the included USB cable to the micro USB Charging Port on the side
of the unit.
2. Connect the standard USB plug end of the cable to a powered USB port on a computer, a USB AC
adaptor or other USB charging device. For first time use, charge unit for about 4 hours. The red
charging status indicator LED on top right of the unit blinks when battery needs charging, turns solid
while charging and turns off once unit is fully charged.
Charge via computer USB port, USB AC adaptor or other powered USB port
iHome iBT68 USB port
Computer
connected to
working outlet
Computer USB port
TIP: On some iOS (Apple) devices, you can
view the iBT68 battery status on your
deviceʼs screen. When device is paired and
connected, look for a vertical battery icon
next to the Bluetooth icon on the upper right
corner of the deviceʼs screen.
iBT68
USB charging cable
1
iBT68
Front
Microphone
Back
Bluetooth/
Charging
Color Mode
Speakerphone
USB port
Button
Button
2
iHome iBT68 USB port
USB AC adaptor
(not included)
USB AC adaptor
connected to working outlet
3
Pairing Your Device
Pairing is the set-up process to introduce your Bluetooth-capable device to the iBT68. Once your device is
paired, the iBT68 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).
2. Slide the Power Off/On Switch to ON to turn on the iBT68. The first time the unit is
powered on, it will enter auto-pairing mode and attempt to connect to a Bluetooth
device (if so, skip to step 4). Otherwise, follow step 3 to begin pairing.
3. Press and hold the Bluetooth Button for 2 seconds. The iBT68 will beep and the
Bluetooth status indicator light on top of the unit will flash quickly.
4. "iHome iBT68" should appear in your device's Bluetooth menu. If "Not Paired", "Not Connected" or similar
message appears, select "iHome iBT68" to connect it. If prompted for a passcode, enter "1234" on your
device's keypad.
iHome iBT68
iHome iBT68
For iPhone
5. If pairing is successful, 1 beep will sound and the Bluetooth status indicator light will appear solid blue,
indicating the iBT68 is ready to play music. There should also be an indication on your device. If no
device is successfully paired within 3 minutes the iBT68 will default to previous mode. Once the iBT68 is
paired to a device, it will attempt to autolink when the device is within range (about 30 feet).
Pairing with a Different Device
When you power ON the speaker, it will automatically link with the previously paired Bluetooth device
as long as that device is still within range (approx. 30 feet). To pair with a different device follow steps
1 - 4 under "Pairing Your Device" on previous page.
Playing Audio Via Bluetooth
1. Slide the Power Off/On Switch to ON to turn on the unit. The Bluetooth status indicator will glow
solid blue when a linked device is in range and detected. You can then listen to audio streamed
wirelessly from your paired Bluetooth device.
2. Use controls on your Bluetooth device to adjust volume and to play, pause and navigate tracks.
3. When done listening, slide the Power Off/On Switch to OFF turn the unit OFF.
Speakerphone Operation
NOTE: The unit must be powered on and linked to a Bluetooth phone to receive a call.
1. When a call is received, playing music is muted to hear the ring tone and the Bluetooth status
indicator flashes 3X. Press the
Bluetooth/Speakerphone Button to answer the call.
2. When a call is completed, press the
previous function.
Using Color Modes
There are five color modes, which you cycle through in this order:
a. Slow Fade (colors slowly fade from one into the next
c. One Color (select a favorite color)
e. Off (no display)
1. Slide the Power On/Off Switch to ON to turn the unit ON.
2. Press the
Color Mode Button repeatedly to cycle to the desired color mode. For One Color mode, first cycle
to Fast Change mode then press the Color Mode Button when the desired color appears. For Pulse to Music,
make sure the volume on your connected Bluetooth device is above 50%.
3. When done, slide the Power On/Off Switch to OFF to turn the unit OFF.
Unit doesn't respond (no power)
• Make sure unit is completely charged.
• Check that all connections are correct and properly plugged in.
• Make sure your device is properly paired with the iBT68.
• Make sure the unit is on.
Unit doesn't respond (locked up/ "frozen")
If the unit does not respond, try resetting the unit. Press and hold the Bluetooth Button for10 seconds.
Note that doing so will clear settings, and any Bluetooth devices will need to be re-paired.
Trouble pairing device with iBT68
Bluetooth implementation varies depending on your device's hardware and operating system. Please see
our website for updates on pairing.
• When you power ON the speaker, it will automatically link with the last previously paired Bluetooth
device if the device is still within range (approx. 30 feet). To pair with a different device you must turn
off Bluetooth capability on the already paired device, or take it out of range.
• If your device does not auto-link when within range, re-pair the device. To do so, first delete the iBT68
from your Bluetooth devices menu.
• Make sure your device is working properly. Check your device's manual for details on Bluetooth pairing
and linking.
For further information and to see the latest instructions, visit www.ihome.com/support
iBT68
Using the
iHome iBT68
iHome iBT68
For other
4
Bluetooth/Speakerphone Button to end the call and resume
b. Fast Change (colors change rapidly)
d. Pulse to Music (lights flash to the beat of the music)
5
Troubleshooting
6
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