Updating the firmware using a USB mass storage device
- Download the iHome_{{ name }}.fw file to your computer and copy it to your USB mass storage device root folder (note: please do NOT save the file in a sub-directory on your USB mass storage device because the iW1 will not be able to locate it)
- Properly eject the USB mass storage device from your Mac or PC
- Insert the USB mass storage device into the rear USB port of the {{ name }} (ensure that your {{ name }} is powered on)
- Press and hold the firmware update button (labeled by a "gear") to the right of the USB port for 3 full seconds. (The firmware update button LED will turn red to note that the process is underway)
- Please be patient as the {{ name }} performs the firmware upgrade as it takes around 90 seconds to fully complete.
- Upon successful completion, you'll hear a positive confirmation tone from the {{ name }}. You'll also notice that the firmware update button LED is now off.
- Now, power OFF your speaker by sliding the rear power switch and remove your USB drive. Then, slide the rear power switch ON and wait about 30 seconds for your iHome {{ name }} to fully power up.
- The network status LED will be blinking red after a successful firmware upgrade. This is to remind you that you'll need to reset your network settings to begin using AirPlay again. For instructions on {{ name }} network setup please click here to view the {{ name }} Quick Start Guide
(note: we recommend ensuring the format of your USB drive is set to FAT or FAT32. If your USB drive was previously used to update the FW of your iHome {{ name }} and you are attempting to upgrade to a newer FW, or "downgrade" to an older FW, you'll need to ensure that the previous iHome_{{ name }}.fw file was deleted from the drive or any hidden sub-directories)
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