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iW4 v2NJ 04.23.2012
Overview
FM Radio Band Region Selection
Different regions of the world use different FM radio frequency steps
and ranges (default is USA). To adjust settings for your region (USA,
Controls
TOP PANEL
EUROPE, JAPAN, AUSTRALIA, or CHINA):
- Make sure the unit is OFF. Press and holde the MODE button for 5
seconds until "RADIO XXX" appears in the lower part of the display.
Power | Alarm Reset Button
- Press the SET + | - buttons to select your region.
- Press to power On the iW4 speaker system
- Press the MODE button again to confirm your selection and exit the
- Press to stop and reset a sounding alarm
radio frequency mode settings.
- Press to exit Network Setup mode
FM Radio Presets
- Press & hold to turn off Wi-Fi and reset the iW4
- Press to cycle through programmed radio preset stations (P1-6)
EQ Control
- Program your favorite stations by selecting the preset number you
- Press to enter EQ adjust mode, then press "+" or "-"
want to change, then press & hold again before adjusting the station,
adjust each setting *Power must be ON
and then press one final time to confirm your selection
Music Control Buttons
Quick Nap Alarm
- Press to activate and adjust a count down timer for a power nap
- Press to control music playback of your docked
iPad|iPhone|iPod or connected AirPlay device
Alarm 1 & 2 Buttons
Bedtime | Sleep Timer
- Press to preview programmed alarm time
power
- Press to activate an adjustable count down timer
- Press & hold to manually set alarm time, repeat, source, and volume
to enjoy your favorite music as you fall asleep
- Press twice to turn the alarm On or Off
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Set + | -
Volume Up | Down
- Press to adjust time, alarms, radio, eq, and device settings
- Press to adjust the volume of the iW4 speakers
Clock Set | Sync
Mode Select
- Press to sync time with docked iOS device
- Press for AirPlay, iPod, FM Radio, and Aux-in modes
- Press & hold to manually set time
* iW4 will automatically sync time with a docked iOS device by default
outlet
Snooze | Dimmer
** Press ALARM 1 or ALARM 2 button during time set for 12|24 hour
- Press to adjust the display brightness
Wakeup | Alarm Skip Button
- Press to delay a sounding alarm
- Press to stop and reset a sounding alarm
- Press & hold to adjust snooze timer
- Press to skip the next pending programmed alarm time without
turning off for holidays or when you wakeup before the alarm
- Press & hold to adjust the 'Gentle Wake' timer (Off, 1-10 minutes)
REAR PANEL
Aux-in
Firmware button & status LED
status
network setup
AC Power
Wi-Fi network setup
- Press for Wi-Fi Sharing with docked iOS 5.0 or later device
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- Press & hold for manual network setup
FM antenna
USB Port
Wi-Fi network status LED
(firmware update)
Master power is OFF
Green, solid when connected to a Wi-Fi network
Red, blinking when NOT connected to a Wi-Fi network
AirPlay
AirPlay & iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad
Using an iOS device:
1. Connect your iOS device to the same Wi-Fi network as iW4. Go to
Settings -->
Wi-Fi on your iOS device.
2. Tap on
iPod Music app, look for the
AirPlay icon next to the iPod music transport controls.
3. Tap on the
AirPlay icon and choose iW4 from the list of speakers. If the iW4 speaker is not available, restart
your iOS device and verify that the iW4 is powered on.
4. Press play.
AirPlay & iTunes
Using a Mac or PC with iTunes (AirPlay streaming is designed for iTunes media and audio content only):
1. Connect your Mac or PC to the same Wi-Fi network as iW4.
2. Open
iTunes on your computer.
3. Within iTunes open "Preferences", Select the "Devices" tab, and
activate the following option:
"Allow iTunes control from remote speakers"
4. Click OK, close iTunes preferences.
5. Look for the
AirPlay icon in the bottom right corner of the iTunes window.
6. Click the
AirPlay icon and choose iW4 from the list of speakers. Click "Multiple Speakers... " to select additional
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AirPlay speakers. If the iW4 speaker is not available, restart iTunes and verify that the iW4 is powered on.
not available, restart iTunes and verify that the iW4 is powered on.
7. Press play.
iHome iW4 speaker
FRONT DISPLAY
Display Indicators
Battery Low Indicator
Time Display
Firmware Status Indicator
Alarm Indicators
AM and PM Indicator
Network Status Indicator
Active AirPlay Stream Indicator
Mode and Status Display
iHome App Indicator
NETWORK STATUS
strong signal strength
Not connected | OFF, iPod, Radio, or Aux mode
Network Not Connected
Network Connected
Not connected | AirPlay mode
medium signal strength
low signal strength
Network OFF
iW4 Wi-Fi network OFF (Press & Hold Power button)
Quick Start
* AirPlay mode will be unavailable in Network OFF state
1
Connect AC power
2
Power on your iW4
3
Set clock with AutoSync
- Connect AC power adaptor, pull tab
iW4 will automatically sync time
- Press the Power button to switch
from the backup battery compartment
with your docked iPad, iPhone or iPod
between power ON and standby
on bottom of unit
- Press & hold the Power button (4 sec.)
to turn iW4's Wi-Fi network OFF/ON
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Remove tab from bottom
of iW4 for battery backup
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Play, charge, sleep & wake
Connect to your Wi-Fi network
Enjoy AirPlay wireless audio
- Dock your iPad, iPhone, or iPod and press
- Dock iOS 5.0 or later device (verify Wi-Fi is
- Turn iW4 ON and select AirPlay mode
to enjoy your favorite music
ON and connected to desired network)
- Launch iTunes or use your iPad, iPhone,
- Press the Mode button to select AirPlay,
- Press Network Setup button on iW4
iPad touch (verify network settings)
iPod, FM Radio, and AUX-in modes
- Select 'Allow' on pop-up message
- Select the 'iHome iW4 XXXXXX' speaker as
- Press & hold Alarm 1 & 2 buttons to set your
- Keep reading for additional setup methods
your audio source (look for
AirPlay logo)
desired wake preferences
Connect
status
network setup
Share Wi-Fi Settings?
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Note: You may have to restart iTunes or your iOS device
network setup
status
before the iW4 is selectable as an AirPlay audio source
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Control
Audio modes, clock settings, and alarms
Enjoy AirPlay, iPod (docked), FM radio, and Aux-in modes:
1. Press Mode button for AirPlay, iPod, FM Radio, and Aux-in audio content.
2. Press
to control your music content and press
to adjust the volume of the iW4 speakers.
Set display & clock preferences:
1. The iW4 will automatically sync the clock time when docking an iPad, iPhone, or iPod.
2. Press & hold the Clock Sync button and use the + | - buttons to manually set the time and calendar.
3. Press Alarm 1 or Alarm 2 button during time set for 12|24 hour mode.
4. Press the Snooze | Dimmer button to adjust the brightness of the clock display backlight.
Set alarm & wake preferences:
1. Press Alarm 1 or 2 buttons to preview programmed alarm time and press again to turn the alarm ON or OFF.
2. Press & hold Alarm 1 or 2 buttons to set alarm and wake preferences (alarm time, repeat, source and wake volume)
3. Press Wakeup | Alarm Skip or Power buttons to stop and reset a sounding alarm
4. Press Wakeup | Alarm Skip button to skip the next pending programmed alarm time
5. Press & hold Wakeup | Alarm Skip buttonto adjust the 'Gentle Wake' timer (Off, 1-10 minutes)
Note: Pressing the + | - buttons will adjust device settings within alarm and time settings.
Multi-room audio
Add AirPlay-enabled speakers to any room
iHome's AirPlay solutions provide an affordable way to enjoy a truly wireless home audio experience anywhere you
want - including kitchen, bedroom, livingroom or patio.
Apps
Remote App - Control iTunes playback anywhere in the house
Download Apple's Remote app free from the App Store to your iOS device and control your iTunes library and AirPlay
speakers wirelessly when connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
PANDORA® ,
iHeartRadio®, and
TuneIn® - Internet radio music apps
Turn your iW4 system into an internet radio when you use AirPlay audio streaming
with your favorite iOS music apps.
iHome+apps - iW4 works with a suite of iHome apps available on the app store
iHome Set - control iW4 features like network setup, EQ, time, alarms, and firmware updates.
iHome Sleep - wake to custom alarms and music playlists.
Network Setup for AirPlay
Network Setup Check list:
Option B - Manually Connecting with the iHome Set app
To enjoy AirPlay wireless audio, you must have the following:
If you have an iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad with iOS 4.2 or later, we recommend that you use
- iTunes or an iOS device (iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad).
our free iHome Set app to easily rename your iW4 speaker and configure network settings.
- A functioning home network with Wi-Fi or direct ethernet connection.
Using an iHome Set:
Download the latest software updates for iTunes and your iOS device to ensure that you are able to enjoy the latest
AirPlay enhancements and compatibility.
1. Verify that the iW4 is powered on.
Download the iHome Set app for iPod touch, iPhone and iPad.
2. Dock your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch with the iW4.
Have your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password (if applicable) available for reference.
3. Download our free
If you use security for your network, use WPA/WPA2 security (not WEP or WPA/WPA2 enterprise)
4. Scroll down the app interface and select the 'Network' tab interface and then select 'Manual Setup' button.
5. Select your preferred Wi-Fi network from the list of available networks and enter password if prompted. Select
Note: AirPlay requires iTunes 10.1 (Mac and PC) or later; OR an iPad (1st, 2nd, and 3rd generations) iPhone (4S, 4, and
3GS), iPod touch (4th, 3rd, and 2nd generations) with iOS 4.2 or later. The iHome Set app requires iOS 4.2 or later.
Option A - Connection via Wi-Fi Sharing with iOS 5.0 (RECOMMENDED)
If you have an iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad with iOS 5.0 or later, we recommend that you use
Wi-Fi network log-in sharing for the quickest network setup experience.
Using an iOS 5.0 or later device:
1. Verify that the iW4 is powered on.
2. Activate Wi-Fi on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch (with iOS 5.0 or later) and connect to your preferred network.
3. Dock your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch with the iW4.
4. Press the
Network Setup button on the back of the iW4
6. To rename your iW4 speaker, exit manual network setup, select 'Speaker Name' and customize how your iW4
5. A pop-up message will appear on the iOS device asking if you want to share your Wi-Fi settings. Select 'Allow' .
Your iOS device will share current wireless network credentials with the iW4 and a confirmation tone will sound.
Verify that the Network Status LED is green and then keep reading to learn how to use iW4 to stream your iTunes
and iOS audio content using AirPlay.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Solutions
I am unable to connect the
1. Verify that your Wi-Fi network is functioning and Wi-Fi certified.
iW4 to my home Wi-Fi
2. The iW4 does not support WEP or WPA/WPA2 Enterprise security
network.
types. We recommend Open, WPA/WPA2 Personal. Once you change
the security type on your router, we suggest rebooting your Wi-Fi
router and your iW4 speaker.
3. Make sure your router firmware is up to date.
4. Make sure that your wireless network is not on a conflicting channel
with one of your neighbors. You can use software like iStumbler on
Mac or Netstumbler on Windows to verify that adjacent networks,
sorted by SNR, aren't on the same channel. Channels 1, 6, and 11 are
the three non-overlapping 802.11g channels.
5. Move the iW4 closer to your network access point; the Wi-Fi signal is
weak or there are overlapping Wi-Fi signals or the iW4 is out of range
of your Wi-Fi network.
6. Keep away from potential sources of interference which may affect
Wi-Fi signal, such as microwave ovens.
7. Reset the iW4 Hardware and repeat network setup:
Option 1:
- Press & hold the Power button (4 sec.) to turn network OFF.
- Press & hold the Power button again to reactivate the network.
Option 2:
- Disconnect the AC power and backup battery and reconnect
after 15 seconds.
I've selected the iW4 speaker
1. Verify that the volume is not muted or set to 0.
as my AirPlay audio source,
2. Verify that there is not another iTunes library or iOS device connected
but I do not hear any music.
to the iW4 speaker.
3. Try restarting iTunes or your iOS device.
4. Reset the iW4 and reboot your Wi-Fi router.
The iW4 doesn't respond or
1. Verify that the adaptor is connected, that the power outlet is 'live'
doesn't turn ON.
(not controlled by a wall switch), and battery is fully charged.
2. Reset the iW4 speaker (Disconnect the AC power and backup
battery and reconnect after 15 seconds).
Option C - Connecting directly via Ethernet
Follow this method if you have a wired home network or prefer the performance of a direct
connection with router.
Using a Ethernet cable (not provided):
1. Press & hold the Power button (4 seconds) to power OFF the iW4 network.
2. Connect an ethernet cable to the iW4 rear ethernet port and to your router (or network).
3. Press & hold the Power button (4 seconds) a second time to power ON the iW4 network and establish a direct
iHome Set app from the
App Store and launch.
'Other Network' to connect to network with a hidden SSID.
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About
iW4
Networks
Manual Setup
Settings
Wi-Fi Networks
Network
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Quick Wi-Fi Setup Instructions
Choose a Network for iW4
Step1: Press the "Network Setup"
Wi-Fi
Your Wi-Fi Network
button on the rear panel of your
AirPlay speaker.
Show Details
Other Wi-Fi Network
Step 2: When prompted, press
"Allow" to share your Wi-Fi settings
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Other network
Note: Connecting to a network may take up to 2 minutes. If network connection is unsuccessful reset the unit or
the Network Status LED is green and that the Network Status Indicator icon shows signal
disconnect your iOS device and reconnect and repeat the above steps.
strength to confirm if the iW4 is successfully connected to a network. Keep reading on the other
side of this guide to start using AirPlay and other iW4 features.
speaker will present itself on your network. Press 'DONE' to confirm the new name.
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Problem
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The iW4 speaker must be on the same network as your AirPlay source.
the iW4 to my home
iTunes Solutions:
network, but I cannot select
1. Make sure that you have the latest version if iTunes.
the iW4 speaker from iTunes/
2. ry restarting iTunes.
iOS Device OR control AirPlay
3. Before you open iTunes, make sure that you have enabled Bonjour
music playback using
service in your PC.
Take Windows XP for example: to enable the service,
buttons
you can click Start->Settings-> Control Panel, and double click
Administrative Tools-> Services->Bonjour Service, then click Start
followed by OK on the pop-up menu.
4. In order for the iW4 to be able to access track controls in iTunes you
need to allow it in iTunes:
- In iTunes, go to Preferences.
- In the Devices tab, check "Allow iTunes audio control from
remote speaker"
iOS device solutions:
1. Make sure the iOS device has the latest software.
2. If you are unable to see the Airplay icon on the iOS device, restart your
iOS device.
3. Verify that your device is connected to the correct Wi-Fi network.
Note: The original iPhone, iPhone 3G, and iPod touch (1st gener-
ation) do not support AirPlay.
Docking error message: "This
1. Reset the iW4 speaker (Disconnect the AC power and backup
device is not supported"
battery and reconnect after 15 seconds) and reboot your
iPad/iPhone/iPod.
Visit our website for the complete iW4 user manual and help: www.ihomeaudio.com/support/airplay/
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If the Network Status LED is green, the iW4 is
If the Network Status LED is flashing red, the iW4 is not
Reset the iW4 Network:
connected to a network
connected to a network because, either:
- Press & hold the Power button (4 sec.) to turn networkOFF.
- The iW4 has not been connected to a Wi-Fi network
- Press & hold the Power button again to reactivate the network.
- There is a problem with your Wi-Fi network
- Visit our website for additional instructions and support.
- Or, the iW4 is out of range
Visit our website for additional network setup instructions: www.ihomeaudio.com/support/airplay/
iW4 Start Guide
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www.ihomeaudio.com/support/airplay/
iW4- Start Guide (US)
size:
740W x 148H (mm)
April 23, 2012
(Matte PP coating)
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