Audio Compatibility with iHome

Hey everyone,
You all have been so helpful in the past, so I'm coming to all you Apple support forum gurus for two very puzzling audio questions:
1) I have an iHome Bluetooth/Alarm Clock (see here: http://www.ihomeaudio.com/products.asp?productid=10460&deptid=1006), which was working fine with my MacBook Pro in terms of Bluetooth until one day I shut the computer while it was still connected to the speakers. Now, the two won't seem to pair (and yes, I'm using the 1234 code)--any ideas on how to get them to pair now? I've tried rebooting the computer and everything.
2) Because of this issue, I bought a very long auxiliary cord so that I can use the line in to the speakers from my headphones port on the MacBook Pro. Problem: it seems like the audio is only playing mono, not stereo, because I'm definitely not getting the full song out of the speakers. I tried tampering with the audio settings on my computer with no luck. Any ideas on this one, either?
Any help would be GREATLY appreciated! Thanks so much everyone!!

Hi Brian:
iChatAV is compatable with PC AIM users utilzing AIM 5.9 for video chat.
The key is into your set-up. Being at a hotel, MAY hinder you connection activities.
The key is to focus on your set-up first. Are you able to connect to a user that has no known issues? You can find auto-responders and other people to test with here: http://www.ralphjohnsuk.dsl.pipex.com/ContactTesters.html
There is even a PC that is set-up to auto respond with a picture of a Windows XP box when your connected. IF you are able to connect with other users and the auto responders, it's a good chance the issue is with the user on the other end.
Here's a good sight to review for your windows friend to ensure they are set-up correctly: http://www.mvldesign.com/videoconferencetutorial.html
If everything is set-up correctly, you should be able to conduct a one way video chat with an PC AIM user with no issues. (I've done it many times)
Since you are in a hotel, you may receive varied results depending on how they have their network set-up. Try connecting to the testers and go from there.
I hope this helps! Have a safe visit in Canada.

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