iHome FreedomArc iB81 Manual

Model: iB81
FreedomArc
Bluetooth on-ear wireless headphones
with mic+remote
Introduction
Your new iHome Bluetooth stereo headphones are designed to link with your Bluetooth
enabled smartphone or music player to allow you to wirelessly listen to music and answer
phone calls within the normal 10 meter (33 feet) Bluetooth operating range.
What's Included
• Bluetooth Stereo Headphone
• USB Charging Cable
Specifications
Bluetooth specification Supports V4.0+ EDR with Handsfree Profile 1.5, Headset Profile 1.1 and
A2DP profile 1.2 (Class ll) and Audio/Video Remote Control Profile AVRP
Standby time (unpaired) up to 90 days (with fully charged battery)
Talk time up to 15 hours (with fully charged battery)
Music Playing time up to 10 hours (with fully charged battery)
Operating Distance up to 10 meters / 33 feet
Certifications CE, FCC, RoHS, BQB
PREPARATION FOR USE
1. Controls and Indicators
1
2
5
3
4
2. Charging Your Headphone
IMPORTANT: Your headphone operates on a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
Although the battery was fully charged when it left our factory, like all rechargeable batteries it
can begin to discharge during periods of non-use. We recommend that you charge the battery
for at least 2 hours before first time use.
Computer connected
to working outlet
USB Adaptor
(not included)
1. Connect the micro USB plug on the charging cable to the micro USB port on the headphone.
2. Connect the standard USB plug on the charging cable to any standard USB power port
such as found on a notebook computer, or the charging adapter for an iPod, iPhone, etc.
The Power/Charging/Pairing indicator will glow RED while the headphone is charging. The
indicator will turn Off when the battery is fully charged.
Reminder: Allow the battery to charge for 2 hours before first time use. Normal recharge time
after first use should take about 2 hours. When fully charged the battery provides up to 15
hours of working time, or 90 days of standby time.
Because your iB81 headphones use Bluetooth version 4.0 the battery level indicator of the
headphones may also appear on your smartphone home screen, usually adjacent to the
phone's own battery level indicator, if your specific phone supports this display function.
3. Multi-Function Button (MFB)
All functions and operations of your iB81 headphones are controlled by a single control knob.
Pressing
Inward
Pressing the button inward Rotating the button upward
turns the headphones 'On', briefly during music playback
initiates pairing, answers/ends advances your phone or music
phone calls, controls player to the next track.
Play/Pause function and turns
the headphones 'Off'.
Holding
Upward
Rotating and holding the
button upward during music
playback or a phone call
increases the volume.
4. Auto-Linking With A Previously Paired Device
If your iB81 headphones were previously paired with a Bluetooth enabled smartphone or
music player they will attempt to auto-link with that device again whenever that device is within
the Bluetooth operating range range.
1. Press and hold the Multi-function button on your iB81 headphones for about 3 seconds until
you hear the "Power On" voice prompt and the blue LED indicator slowly flashes to indicate
the headphones are in the 'Standby' mode and searching for a previously paired device.
2. Make sure that the Bluetooth function of the previously paired device is 'On'.
Note: If no previously paired device is found after 3 minutes the auto-linking function stops and
your iB81 headphones shut off automatically to preserve the battery life.
5. Switching the Power On and Off
1. Press and hold the Multi-function button for approximately 3 seconds. The voice prompt will
say "Power On" and the LED indicator turns blue and begins flashing slowly.
2. When the power is 'On' press and hold the Multi-function button for approximately 3
seconds. The voice prompt will say "Power Off. The LED indicator briefly turns red and then
shuts off. This indicates that the power is 'Off'.
6. Manually Pairing With a Bluetooth Enabled Smartphone or Music
Player For The First Time
If your smartphone or music player, such as the iPod touch, is Bluetooth enabled (supports the
A2DP Bluetooth Profile) you may pair these iHome headphones with your phone or music
player to listen to music and make or receive calls as long as the two devices are within the
Bluetooth operating range of approximately 33-feet of each other.
Note: Your iHome headphones must be in the Power 'Off' mode to begin the manual pairing
process.
1. Make sure that your iHome iB81 headphones are switched 'Off'. Make sure that your
smartphone or music player is 'On'.
1. Multi-function button:
(
Power On/Off, Answer/End, Pair, Play,
Pause, Skip, Forward/Back and Volume
Up/Down)
2. Power On, Charging, Pairing LED
Indicator
3. Microphone
4. Micro USB Charging Port
5. Auxiliary Input Jack
Computer USB port
OR
Rotating
Downward
Rotating
Upward
Rotating the button downward
briefly during music playback
moves your phone or music
player back to the beginning
of current track.
Holding
Downward
Rotating and holding the
button downward during
music playback or a phone
call decreases the volume.
2. Press and hold the Multi-function button on your iB81 headphones for about 6 seconds until
you hear the "Power On" and "Pairing" voice prompts. The LED indicator begins flashing
blue and red rapidly to indicate it is trying to pair with a compatible device.
3. If necessary, turn on the Bluetooth function of your phone or music player so that it begins
searching for a compatible device.
4. "iHome iB81" should appear on your phone or music player's compatible devices list. You
may also see a message such as "Not Paired". Tap on that message to complete the pairing
process. If your phone or music player asks for a 'password' to complete the pairing
process, enter '0000' on the keypad of your phone or music player.
5. When pairing is successful the screen on your phone should show "iHome iB81 Connected"
or similar message and the blue LED indicator on the iB81 headphones will remain 'On'.
Your headphones are now ready for use.
7. Wearing Your Headphones
Your iHome iB81 Bluetooth headphones are supplied with padded ear cushions for long
wearing comfort. The headband can be extended to accommodate almost any head size.
There are 'L' and 'R' markings on the inside of the headband, When the headphones are worn
properly the Multi Function Control will be on your left side.
8. Using Your Headphones
Note: Some of the functions described below may not be supported on your specific
smartphone. Check with your smartphone owner's manual to confirm the features supported
by your phone.
Action Required
Function
When headphones are 'Off' Press and Hold the MFB inward for 3 seconds until you
Turn headphones 'On'
hear the "Power On" voice prompt.
When headphones are 'Off' Press and Hold the MFB inward for 6 seconds until you
Enter the Pairing Mode
hear the "Pairing" voice prompt. The LED indicator flashes blue and red rapidly.
Make sure your Bluetooth device is 'On' and in the Pairing Model. When iHome iB81
Pairing
appears on your devices menu, select it to complete pairing.
Short press the MFB inward to start playback. Short press to pause playback. Short
Play / Pause
press to resume playback.
Rotate the MFB button upward during playback.
Skip to next track
Rotate the MFB button downward during playback.
Restart track/ previous track
Rotate and hold the MFB button up during playback.
Increase volume
Rotate and hold the MFB button down during playback.
Decrease volume
Short press the MFB inward when you hear the incoming ring sound. NOTE: Music
Answer an incoming phone
will automatically pause when you are answering a call and resume when you end the
call
call.
Double press the MFB inward to decline the incoming call.
Decline an incoming phone
call
Short press the MFB to end the call and 'hang up'.
End a call
While the call is in progress double press the MFB inward to transfer the call between
Transfer a call between the
the phone and the headphones.
phone and the headphones
When phone is paired with headphones but no call is in progress double press the
Last number redial
MFB inward to redial the last number.
Press and hold the MFB inward for 3 seconds until your hear the "Power Off" prompt
Turn headphones 'Off'
and LED indicator shuts off
9. Auxiliary Input Jack
The auxiliary input jack allows you to use your iB81 Bluetooth headphones as normal
headphones so that you can listen to music on any non-Bluetooth device that is equipped with
a 3.5mm headphone jack.
You will need a stereo audio cable (not included) with a 3.5mm plug on each end. Connect the
cable to the auxiliary input jack on the bottom of the 'R' earpiece of your iB81 headphones, and
to the headphone jack of your auxiliary music source.
Your iB81 headphones should be in the Power 'Off' mode. Use the volume and track
navigation controls on your music player as your would with any normal headphones.
TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Reception is noisy or intermittent
Make sure that the headphones and the paired device are within the Bluetooth operating
range of approximately 33-feet.
2. No Sound
Make sure that your headphones are properly paired and connected with your Bluetooth
enabled smartphone or music player. Refer to the "Pairing" instructions in this manual and in
the manual supplied with your phone or music player if necessary.
The rechargeable battery in your headphones may be exhausted and need to be recharged.
Refer to the "Charging Your Headphones" instructions in this manual.
3. Unable to Pair/Connect
The pairing settings between the headphones and your smartphone or music player may have
been erased or deleted. Follow the "Pairing" instructions in this manual to re-pair and
reconnect the devices.
Turn off any other Bluetooth devices that are not being used to reduce external interference.
4. Some Functions Do Not Work
Your specific model of smartphone may not support some of the functions described in this
manual. Refer to the manual supplied with your phone for further information.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Always remember to turn your headphones off if they will not be used for a long period of time.
Do not expose your headphones to extremely hot or cold temperatures for extended periods.
Do not expose them to direct sunlight or leave them in places such as the dashboard of your
car on a hot day. Prevent water or any other liquids from entering the cabinets of your
headphones.
Protect Your Hearing
Using these, or any headphones at high volume levels for long periods can result in permanent
hearing damage. Always start listening with volume controls on your headphones and your
paired smartphone or music player at a low level and then gradually increase the volume
controls to a comfortable listening level.
Important Notes
It is dangerous and illegal (in some jurisdictions) to use headphones when you are driving
a car, riding a bike or motorcycle, or operating a watercraft. Be aware of local laws and
regulations.
Do not use these headphones in situations where they might cause distractions or prevent
you from hearing warning sounds.
There are no user serviceable parts in these headphones. Do not attempt any service or
repairs on your own. Refer to the warranty for service, repair or replacement information.
LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTY
iHome Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI), warrants this product to be
free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and conditions, for a period of one (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 will repair or, at its discretion, replace this product without charge.
This decision is subject to verification of the defect or malfunction upon delivery of this product to the Factory
Service Center authorized by Customer Service.
If service is required, please call Customer Service at 1-800-288-2792 to obtain a Return Authorization Number
and shipping instructions.
Disclaimer of Warranty
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.
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 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.
Your acknowledgment 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 product.
© 2015 SDI Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.
Questions? Visit www.ihome.com
or call 1-800-288-2792 Toll Free
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc.
Bluetooth technology is incorporated under license from Bluetooth SIG Inc.
iB81-150410-A
Printed in China