Overview
Audio Features
AirPlay Technology
USB/AUX Connectivity
Power Requirements
Apple Device Compatibility
Overview
iHome iW3 AirPlay Wireless Speaker: The iHome
AIR series iW3 is an AirPlay wireless speaker system that uses your Wi-Fi
network to connect and control your iTunes library (Mac + PC) for wireless audio
anywhere in the home. AirPlay is a built-in feature to Apple devices that lets
you stream audio wirelessly from your iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, & iTunes through
your existing WiFi network. Using AirPlay, the iW3 lets you play your iTunes or
Apple device's music in any room of your home or office wirelessly, via your
WiFi network. The iW3 also supports USB for charging and music playback of iPad,
iPhone, and iPod with any iPod USB sync cable. Its modest size and rechargeable
Lithium-ion battery make it an ideal solution for multiple room placement. With
the iHome iW3 you can:
- Stream music directly from iTunes on your Mac or PC using your home
Wi-Fi network.
- Stream your favorite music from your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch from
your iPod library or popular music apps like Pandora & iHeartRadio
(available on the App Store).
- Dock, charge, & play audio with your iPhone or iPod using included
USB/dock sync cable.
- Enjoy true wireless audio anywhere around the house with the iW3's
rechargeable battery & convenient charging base.
- Add Multiple iW3 speakers to enjoy multi-room audio anywhere in the home
(streaming to multiple speakers simultaneously requires iTunes as the
source).
- Download & enjoy iHome apps available on the iTunes App Store - iHome
Sleep (music alarm clock app), iHome Radio (Internet Radio music app), iHome
Connect (network setup app for iHome AirPlay).
Audio Features
Reson8 Speaker Chambers: The iHome iW3 AirPlay Wireless
Speaker employs specially designed sealed speaker enclosures that deliver
clarity, depth, and power to your digital music.
SRS TruBass DSP: The iW3 features SRS TruBass digital sound
processing to enhance the audio performance and ensure proper bass response when
listening to your music.
SRS WOW HD: SRS WOW HD improves the playback quality of
audio, delivering a dynamic 3D entertainment experience with deep, rich bass,
and high frequency clarity for crisp detail.
Adjustable EQ: Bass & Treble controls let you customize the
iW3 system's sound.
AirPlay Technology
AirPlay Wireless Audio: Using AirPlay wireless audio streaming
technology, the iW3 streams music from your iTunes, iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad
anywhere you have a WiFi network in your home. Apple's AirPlay technology allows
music, downloaded to iTunes, to be streamed wirelessly from your Mac or PC to
the iHome iW3. You can even bypass your computer entirely, and stream
high-quality audio directly from your Apple iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad (all
without the need to dock the device). The iW3 & your Apple device must be
connected to the same wireless network via WiFi (802.11b/g).
- iTunes Streaming: AirPlay technology gives you wireless
remote access to your entire iTunes 10 music collection and Internet radio
(such as Pandora & iHeartRadio) with full navigation & playback control from
your computer (Mac/PC) or iPod touch/iPhone (iOS 4.2 or later), via Apple's
free Remote app. To use the AirPlay feature you need a Mac or Windows-based
PC running iTunes (10.1 or later) connected to the same wireless (WiFi)
network.
- Apple Device Streaming: AirPlay also lets you
wirelessly stream music and music apps stored on your iPod touch, iPhone, or
iPad to the iHome iW3. So there's no need to dock your Apple device, unless
you want to charge it. The iW3 must be connected to a WiFi network with
access your iPad, iPhone (3GS/4/4S/5), or iPod touch
(2nd/3rd/4th/5th gen) & running iOS 4.2 or later.
WiFi Certified: AirPlay works wherever there is a Wi-Fi
network. The iHome iW3 is WiFi Certified for 802.11b & 802.11g WiFi networks.
The "WiFi CERTIFIED" logo is an assurance that the WiFi Alliance has tested this
product in numerous configurations & with a diverse sampling of other devices to
ensure compatibility with other WiFi Certified equipment that operates in the
same frequency band. The iW3 may take between 30-120 seconds to connect with
your home network. The iW3 supports the following WiFi security types; WPA
Personal (-PSK) & WPA2 Personal (-PSK); not compatible with WEP.
iHome+Apps Technology: The iW3 AirPlay wireless audio system
is compatible with the following iHome+Apps, available for free from the Apple
iTunes App Store. Simply download these apps for free from the Apple iTunes App
Store to your compatible iPod touch (2nd/3rd/4th/5th gen), iPhone (3GS/4/4S/5),
or iPad running iOS 4.0 or later.
- iHome Connect App: The iHome iW3 supports simple
network setup & custom device naming using the iHome Connect app (a free app
available on the iTunes App Store) for iPad, iPhone, & iPod touch. Simply
launch the app & dock your Apple device to the iW3 (with the included USB
docking cable) & follow simple on-screen menus to configure WiFi. You'll be
able to enjoy AirPlay in just a few short minutes.
- iHome+Sleep App: The iHome+Sleep app is a free sleep
lifestyle app (from iTunes App Store) for the iPad, iPhone, & iPod Touch. In
addition to a full screen clock (with weather, iPod controls, & photo
backgrounds) the app features custom alarms, wake & sleep music profiles,
sleep stats, social update, plus reminders.
- iHome+Radio App: The iHome+Radio app is a free Internet
Radio app (from iTunes Store) for the iPad, iPhone, & iPod Touch. The
iHome+Radio app connects you to over 30,000 internet music, talk, sports, &
news stations from around the world. With multitasking background audio
support, you can listen to Internet Radio while surfing the web, playing
games, & more.
Multi-Room Audio: You can add multiple iW3 speakers
throughout your home & with AirPlay enjoy the same music from any or all of your
speakers, simultaneously. Streaming to multiple iW3 speakers simultaneously
requires iTunes as the source.
USB/AUX Connectivity
USB Docking: The iHome iW3 also supports audio playback via
its rear-panel USB (type-A) port by using the included USB/dock sync cable or
the USB/dock cable that comes with your iPod, iPhone, or iPad. The iW3 will even
charge your USB/dock connected iPod or iPhone (with the iW3 turned on). The unit
will not charge the iPad. The USB docking connector works with the iPod classic
(80/120/160GB), iPod nano (2nd/3rd/4th/5th/6th/7th gen), iPod touch (1st/2nd/3rd/4th/5th
gen), iPhone (2G/3G/3G/S4/5), & iPad. If you have an iPod nano (7th gen),
iPod touch (5th gen), or iPhone 5; use the Lighting-to-USB cable that came with
your Apple device to connect to the unit. The USB connector is not compatible
with other USB (MSC/MTP) devices.
Firmware Updates: It may be necessary to update the firmware
of your iW3 speaker to ensure the latest compatibility and optimal
functionality. You can download the latest firmware updates from the
iHome
Support Site to a USB thumbdrive & connect to the USB port on the back of the
iW3. Register for an iHome account to receive emails about FW updates.
Auxiliary Input: The iW3 is fitted with a rear-panel 3.5mm
Aux input for connection of an external portable audio device, other than your
Apple device.
Controls
Top-Panel Controls: The iHome iW3's top-panel, push-button
controls allow you to operate the system & your music playback. The top-panel,
push-button controls control offer power, mode, volume, & music controls.
Controls will be lit according to the status of the iW3 speaker & the selected
mode.
Apple Free Remote App: Use Apple's free
Remote app to wirelessly control your iTunes music from your iPod touch
(2nd/3rd/4th/5th gen), iPhone (3GS/4/4S/5), & iPad (1/2/3); running iOS 4.2 or
later. Simply download the Remote application for free at the iTunes App Store.
Then you can browse music, control volume, & choose any iW3 speaker which is
connected for playback.
Power Requirements
Dual Power Sources: The iHome iW3 operates on AC power or
via the internal rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery.
Rechargeable Battery: The iW3 features a rechargeable
Lithium-Ion battery that can last approximately 10 hours (at normal listening
volumes). A charging base is included to recharge the battery when connected to
AC power. Allow up to 10 hours to full charge the battery.
AC Power Adapter: The iW3 includes a universal 100-240V
external AC power adapter for operation & charging of the system. The external
AC power adapter plugs into the iW3's charging base.
- Input: 100-240V~50-60Hz,
1.2A
- Output: 12V-3500mA
Apple Device Compatibility
iPod, iPhone & iPad Compatibility Chart: The iHome iW3
is "Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad" compatible & supports the following iPod, iPhone,
& iPad model features (as of 10/30/2012):
|
iPod/iPhone Model |
Generation |
Tested Version |
AirPlay |
iHome Apps |
Media Type |
Control Type |
Display Type |
Charge |
|
Audio |
Video |
Unit |
Apple Device |
Song/Artist Text |
Track Info |
|
video |
5th |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
|
classic |
80GB |
1.1.2 |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
classic |
classic |
Y |
|
120GB |
2.0.1 |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
classic |
classic |
Y |
|
160GB |
2.0.4 |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
classic |
classic |
Y |
|
nano |
1st |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
|
2nd |
1.1.3 |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
nano |
nano |
Y |
|
3rd |
1.1.3 |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
nano |
nano |
Y |
|
4th |
1.0.4 |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
nano |
nano |
Y |
|
5th |
1.0.2 |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
nano |
nano |
Y |
|
6th |
1.1 PC |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
nano |
nano |
Y |
|
7th |
1.01 PC |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
nano |
nano |
Y |
|
touch |
1st |
2.2.1 |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
touch |
touch |
Y |
|
2nd |
4.2.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
touch |
touch |
Y |
|
3rd |
5.1.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
touch |
touch |
Y |
|
4th |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
touch |
touch |
Y |
|
5th |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
touch |
touch |
Y |
|
iPhone |
2G |
3.1.3 |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPhone |
iPhone |
Y |
|
3G |
4.2.1 |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPhone |
iPhone |
Y |
|
3GS |
5.1.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPhone |
iPhone |
Y |
|
4 |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPhone |
iPhone |
Y |
|
4S |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPhone |
iPhone |
Y |
|
5 |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPhone |
iPhone |
Y |
|
iPad |
1 |
5.1.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPad |
iPad |
N |
|
2 |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPad |
iPad |
N |
|
3 |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPad |
iPad |
N |
|
4 |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPad |
iPad |
N |
|
iPad mini |
1 |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPad |
iPad |
N |
Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change
functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may
need to reset the device and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If
this doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is
available.
