iHome iBTW20 Timebase Dual-Charging Alarm Clock and Wireless Speaker User Guide

: June 6, 2024
: iHome

Table of Contents

FEATURES & FUNCTIONS
GETTING STARTED
SETTING THE ALARM
PREVIEWING THE ALARM
PROGRAMMABLE SNOOZE
WIRELESS CHARGING
USB CHARGING
BATTERY BACK-UP
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
References
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TIMEBASE
Wireless Charging Stand + Speaker
Model: iBTW20
Quick Start Guide
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FEATURES & FUNCTIONS

GETTING STARTED

Step One
Connecting the Unit
Before use, remove the battery pull tab from the bottom of the unit. Connect the included AC adapter to the DC jack located on the back of the unit and connect the other end to a working wall outlet.

Step Two
Connecting to Bluetooth

Turn on your Bluetooth device and make it ‘discoverable’ by turning on Bluetooth mode.
Press and hold the Bluetooth Pairing Button on the TIMEBASE to enter pairing mode.
Select ‘iHome iBTW20’ on your device’s Bluetooth menu to connect!

Step Three
Setting the Time

Press and hold the Time Button until the clock display begins to ﬂash.
Use the +/- Buttons to adjust the time.
Press the Time Button to conﬁrm the time.
The year will ﬂash on the display. Use the +/- Buttons to adjust the year, and press the Time Button again to conﬁrm.
The month will ﬂash on the display. Use the +/- Buttons to adjust the month, and press the Time Button again to conﬁrm.
The date will ﬂash on the display. Use the +/- Buttons to adjust the date, and press the Time Button again to conﬁrm all settings.

NOTE: Make sure to set the correct AM/PM time. The PM indicator will appear on the left side of the display. There is no AM indicator.

To toggle the clock display between 12/24 hour time, press the Alarm-Button while the display is ﬂashing during time setting.

SETTING THE ALARM

Each step must be completed while the display is ﬂashing or setting will time- out without any changes saved.

Press and hold the Alarm Button for 2 seconds until the alarm time display and alarm icon ﬂash.
Press the – or + Buttons to adjust the alarm time to the desired time (hold for rapid setting). Make sure you set the correct AM/PM alarm time. The PM indicator appears to the left of the display.
Press the Alarm Button to conﬁrm the alarm time setting. The alarm schedule will ﬂash 7 (every day), 5 (weekdays), or 2 (weekend only). Press the – or + Buttons to select the desired alarm schedule.
Press the Alarm Button to conﬁrm the alarm schedule. Now use the – or + Buttons to set the wake to the source:
Tones: Wake to built-in tones. Press the – or + Buttons to cycle through tones.
Bluetooth: Wake to audio from a connected Bluetooth device.
Beep: Wake to beeping sound.
Press the Alarm Button to conﬁrm. Now use the – or + Buttons to control the alarm volume and press the Alarm Button once more to conﬁrm all settings. 2 beeps will conﬁrm alarm setting is complete. The alarm icon will remain on the display, indicating the alarm is armed.
To turn off a sounding alarm and reset it to come on the next day at the same time, press the Alarm Button to reset the alarm.

PREVIEWING THE ALARM

Press and release the Alarm-Button as needed to preview the alarm and to toggle the alarm ON (indicated by the alarm icon) or OFF (no alarm icon).

PROGRAMMABLE SNOOZE

To program Snooze, press and hold the ZZZ Button during normal operation (when no alarm is sounding).
Press the + or – Buttons to select a snooze time between 1-29 minutes.
Press the ZZZ Button to conﬁrm Snooze setting. When the alarm is sounding, press down on the ZZZ Button to temporarily silence the alarm (9 minutes is the default).

WIRELESS CHARGING

Supports:

Qi-compatible phones (also works with plastic cases up to 3mm thick*) Place Qi-compatible device face up on the charging rest as pictured below:

Check the Wireless Charging LED under the iHome badge for charging status:
Slow blinking LED: The device is charging properly.
Solid LED: Device is charged.
Rapid blinking LED: The device is not charging properly. Reposition device.
(LED may continue to blink slowly when iOS devices are fully charged.)

CAUTION:
Remove the metal protective or magnetic case from the phone before charging. When charging the phone, do not place magnetic-striped or other metal objects on the charger. Doing so could damage the object or this unit. Qi-compatible phones with metallic-looking ﬁnishes will charge normally.

Some larger size phone cases may not be able to charge. Remove case to charge phone properly.

USB CHARGING

Connect the standard size end of a USB cable (not included) to the USB port on the back of the unit and connect the other end to the charging port on your device. (Make sure the unit is plugged into a working outlet in order to charge devices.)

BATTERY BACK-UP

The unit comes with a CR-2450 backup battery installed to provide continuous alarm operation and clock settings in the event of a temporary power failure. Remove the battery pull tab before use. When the battery icon on the clock display is ﬂashing, it is time to replace the backup battery. The battery compartment is located on the bottom of the unit.

Make sure the AC adapter is connected, or you will lose your time and alarm settings during battery replacement.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to open the battery compartment door.
Remove the exhausted battery from the compartment and insert 1 CR-2450 battery, checking that the + side is facing you. Replace the compartment door. Do not overtighten.

WARNING: Lithium batteries can explode or cause burns if disassembled, shorted, recharged, exposed to water, ﬁre, or high temperatures. Do not place loose batteries in a pocket, purse, or other container containing metal objects, mix with used or other battery types or store with hazardous or combustible materials. Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Follow applicable laws and regulations for transport and disposal.

Do not ingest the battery, Chemical Burn Hazard. This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.
Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When used in a 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 and follow 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.

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.
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.
Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.
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. Only use the AC adapter that came with the unit.
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.
Cleaning – Clean only with a dry cloth.
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.
Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer.
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.
Overloading – Do not overload wall sockets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of ﬁre or electric shock.
Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be serviced by qualiﬁed service personnel when:
A. the power supply cable or plug has been damaged.
B. objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled into the enclosure.
C. the unit has been exposed to rain.
D. the unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.
E. the unit exhibits a marked change in performance or does not operate normally.
Periods of Nonuse – If the unit is to be left unused for an extended period of time, such as a a month or longer, remove batteries before storage
Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond those methods described in the user manual. Service methods not covered in the operating instructions should be referred to qualiﬁed service personnel.
Magnetic Interference: This product’s speakers contain powerful magnets which could cause interference or damage to sensitive equipment such as hard drives, CRT televisions and monitors, as well as medical, scientiﬁc, and navigational devices. Keep this unit away from these products at all times.
Only use attachments/accessories speciﬁed by the manufacturer. This product is suitable for use in tropical and/or moderate climates.
The unit should be serviced by qualiﬁed service personnel when the enclosure is damaged or does not operate normally.
No naked ﬂame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of ﬁre or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
CAUTION – Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Do not dispose of batteries in the household trash or ﬁre
The mains plug of the power adaptor is used as the disconnect device, it shall remain readily operable.

LIMITED ONE 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 visit ihome.com/support for more information. A copy of the sales receipt is required to validate in-warranty coverage.

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 t his 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 the purchase of your SDI product.

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