iHome iW2 Start Manual

Overview
Controls and Indicators
AirPlay Wireless Audio mode
(audio via iOS device or iTunes)
Local iPod Audio mode
(play audio via USB sync cable or aux-in)
iW2 Start Guide
SCAN
How-To Videos
(Sync, Charge, Play and firmware updates)
Visit our website for additional help and how-to videos
www.ihomeaudio.com/support/airplay/
Step 1 - Getting Started
What's in the Box
TOP PANEL
power
power
iPod and iTunes
music controls
volume Start Guide power adaptor
Powering on the iW2
1
outlet
status LED 12V
connect to power source
aux-in status network setup
12V 3A
Check list before proceeding to Step 2
To enjoy AirPlay wireless audio, you must have the following:
REAR PANEL
aux-in firmware status LED - 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
aux-in status network setup
AC power Wi-Fi network setup AirPlay enhancements and compatibility.
12V 3A Download the iHome Connect app for iPod touch, iPhone and iPad.
Have your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password (if applicable) available for reference.
Verify that your Wi-Fi network and router is discoverable.
USB Port Wi-Fi network status LED
If you use security for your network, use WPA/WPA2 security (not WEP or WPA/WPA2 enterprise)
ethernet
(direct network connection) If you use Ethernet, please enable your router DHCP function.
Note: AirPlay requires iTunes 10.1 (Mac and PC) or later; OR an iPad, iPad 2, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch (4th, 3rd,
and 2nd generations) with iOS 4.2 or later. The iHome Connect app requires iOS 4.0 or later.
Step 2 - Network Setup for AirPlay
Option A - Connecting with your iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad over Wi-Fi
1 3
Verify that the iW2 is powered on. Download our free
the
2
Connect your iOS device to the iW2
bass treble
reset
using the included USB sync cable.
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10:09 PM
Connect
remote USB sync iW2 Speaker
cable
2
4 5
Select your preferred Wi-Fi network from the Rename your iW2 speaker, press 'Save' , and proceed
press & hold power button (3 seconds) to power unit ON
list of available networks. to Step 3 if connected to your Wi-Fi network.
allow 20 seconds to allow system to startup
10:09 PM
Settings Wi-Fi Networks
Not Connected Connected
Choose a Network for iW2...
Status Status
Your Wi-Fi Network
Other Wi-Fi Network
Other Wi-Fi Network
Other Wi-Fi Network
30-120s
Other Wi-Fi Network
Connecting to a network may take up to 2 minutes.
Make sure you have your password ready.
Option B - Connecting with your Mac or PC over Wi-Fi
1 3
iHome Connect app from Verify that the iW2 is powered on. select the network called "iHome Setup
App Store and launch. ######" from Wi-Fi network settings on
2 your Mac or PC.
Network Setup button
Press and hold (3 sec.)
10:09 PM on the back of unit.
AirPort: On
Turn AirPort Off
iHome Setup ######
power Your Wi-Fi network
Another network
Select your Another network
Wi-Fi Not Connected
Wi-Fi network Join Other Nework...
status network setup
Name iHome iW2 Create Network...
Customize
Open Network Preferences...
speaker name
Select above to change the iW2 network
settings and to set the name your speaker will
upper right corner of
use to appear on the Network.
Mac screen
How to use AirPlay
The Network Status LED will soon begin flashing
About iHome Connect green and the top control panel will also flash.
30s
4 5
Launch a web browser (ex. Safari or Explorer) and Rename the iW2 speaker and click 'Save' .
enter http://192.168.1.12 in the address bar. (optional) Network Setup
10:09 PM Device Name
This name will be displayed when selecting your speaker from a list
Name
Cancel Save of available AirPlay devices.
Network Setup
http://192.168.1.12 iHome Bedroom
Device Name
This name will be displayed when selecting your speaker from a list Save
of available AirPlay devices.
If at any point the page becomes unresponsive, reload the page.
Livingroom Speaker iHome Bedroom
If problem persists, see "Troubleshooting".
Current Network: iHome Setup
This name will be displayed when selecting your Network Setup 6 Save
Connect the iW2 speaker to the same network as your AirPlay Select preferred Wi-Fi network from the list of
speaker from a list of available AirPlay devices.
source (iTunes, iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch).
Device Name available and click 'Join Network' .
Available Networks
This name will be displayed when selecting your speaker from a list
Q W E R T Y U I O P
of available AirPlay devices. Current Network: iHome Setup
Connect the iW2 speaker to the same network as your AirPlay
iHome iW2 View Network Details
source (iTunes, iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch).
A S D F G H J K L
Available Networks
Save
Z X C V B N M - If the page is not initially available, reload the page. Join Network
If the Status LED continues to flash green for more than 2 minutes,
Current Network: View Network Details
reset the iW2 speaker and repeat the Wi-Fi Network Setup process.
Connect the iW2 speaker to the same network as your AirPlay
source (iTunes, iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch(.
Available Networks
Option C - Connecting directly via Ethernet
1 2 3
Disconnect AC power cable. Connect ethernet cable to the Connect AC power cable and
iW2 and router (or network). power ON iW2.
Currently connected to:
YOUR Wi-Fi NETWORK
Internet access
12V
iHome Setup ######
12V
Information sent over this network
miight be visible to others.
Connect
Open Network and Sharing Center
directly connect to router or wall press & hold power button (3 seconds)
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ethernet port to power ON iW2
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lower right corner of
PC Screen
Note: Ethernet cable not included. To revert back to setup option A or B unplug ethernet cable and re-boot iW2.
30s
Success!
1. Verify that the Network Status LED is green to confirm if the iW2 is successfully connected to a network.
2. Disconnect your Mac/PC from "iHome Setup ######" and then connect your computer to the same network
15s the iW2 is on.
3. Keep reading to learn how to use the iW2 and control your iTunes and iOS audio content.
status network setup status network setup
12V
30-120s Connected Not Connected Problem?
If the Network Status LED is green, the iW2 is If the Network Status LED is flashing red, the iW2 is Reset the iW2 Speaker:
connected to a network not connected to a network because, either: - Unplug power, wait 30 seconds then reconnect
- The iW2 has not been connected to a Wi-Fi network - Press & hold power button (3 seconds)
- There is a problem with your Wi-Fi network - Repeat iW2 Wi-Fi Network Setup process if necessary
- Or, the iW2 is out of range
Visit our website for additional help and instructional videos: www.ihomeaudio.com/support/airplay/