User's Guide English Getting started Using iPod 1 3 Tips and troubleshooting 8 Learning more, service, and support Safety and cleaning 11 13 17 19 24 27 29 iPod Getting started iPod for Mac works with iTunes, included with your iPod. Use iTunes to organize music from your CD collection, then transfer songs to iPod for listening on the go. Read on to find out how to get started playing music with iPod. 1 Connect iPod. Start up your Macintosh and connect iPod using the included FireWire cable. iPod's battery begins to charge. If you don't already have the latest version of iTunes, install it using the iPod CD. Getting started 1 Getting started 2 Transfer music. When iTunes opens, it automatically transfers the songs in your music library to iPod.When the transfer is complete, a message says it's safe to disconnect iPod. 3 Play music. Use iPod's scroll wheel and Select button to browse for a song. Then press the Play button and enjoy! 2 Using iPod Once you transfer songs to iPod, it's easy to browse for and listen to songs. Read on for tips on using iPod.You can also find information about using iPod in iPod onscreen help and on the Web (see "Learning more, service, and support"). Turning iPod on and off To turn iPod on, press any button. If a song is paused or no song is playing, iPod turns off automatically after two minutes.To turn iPod off immediately, press and hold the Play button for a few seconds. Disabling iPod's buttons using the Hold switch If you're carrying iPod in your pocket and you don't want to press the buttons accidentally, set the Hold switch to make the buttons inactive. Turning on the backlight To turn iPod's backlight on or off, press and hold the Menu button. Using iPod 3 Using iPod Using iPod's controls Use iPod's buttons and scroll wheel to navigate through iPod's onscreen menus.To select a menu item, use the scroll wheel to scroll to the item, then press the Select button (in the center of iPod).To go back to the previous menu, press the Menu button. Playing a song You can browse for songs by artist, album, title, genre, or composer. If you transfer playlists (songs you've organized into lists) from iTunes to iPod, you can also browse for songs in playlists. Select Playlists or Browse in iPod's main menu, then navigate to a song and press the Select button to play the song.To play all the songs by an artist, on an album, or in a playlist, press the Play button when the artist, album, or playlist name is highlighted. Changing the volume If you see the Now Playing screen, which shows the title of the song playing, you can use the scroll wheel to adjust the volume. If you don't see the Now Playing screen, select Now Playing in the main menu. You can also use the Apple iPod Remote (available with some models) to adjust the volume. 4 Transferring music By default, iPod is set to transfer music automatically when you connect it to your computer.You can also transfer and delete individual songs manually.To change iPod's settings, select its icon in iTunes and click the Options button. Using the Apple iPod Remote To use the iPod Remote, connect it to iPod's headphones port, then connect the Apple Earphones (or another set of headphones) to the remote. Use the remote to adjust volume, play or pause a song, fast-forward and rewind, and skip to the next or previous song. Set the remote's Hold switch to disable the remote's buttons. The iPod Remote is included with some models of iPod and can be purchased separately at www.apple.com/store Using iPod 5 Using iPod Importing addresses and phone numbers Your iPod can store up to a thousand contacts for viewing on the go. 1 Connect iPod and open your favorite email or contacts application. Importing contacts works with Mac OS X Address Book, Palm Desktop, and Microsoft Entourage, among others. 2 Drag contacts from the application's address book to iPod's Contacts folder. iPod must be enabled for use as a FireWire hard disk. 3 Unmount and disconnect iPod. Select Extras in the main menu, then select Contacts to view your contacts. For more information, see iPod Help, available in the iTunes Help menu. Importing calendar events Your iPod can store events from any calendar application that uses the standard "ical" format (file names end in .ics). Export calendar events and place them in the Calendars folder on iPod. To view calendar events, select Extras in iPod's main menu, then select Calendar. 6 Changing settings Select Settings in iPod's main menu to change settings.You can set iPod to shuffle or repeat songs, change equalizer settings, set a backlight timer, and more (see "Learning more, service, and support" for more information). Charging the battery To charge iPod's battery, connect iPod to your Macintosh (turned on and not in sleep mode). Or connect it to the iPod Power Adapter (included) and plug the adapter into a working electrical outlet. iPod's battery is 80-percent charged in about an hour, and fully charged in 4 hours. If the battery icon on iPod's screen is not animated, its battery is fully charged. Software Update Apple periodically updates iPod's software to improve performance or add features.To download the iPod Software Updater application, go to www.apple.com/ipod Using iPod 7 Tips and troubleshooting Tips and troubleshooting Read on for advice about using and troubleshooting iPod. What are the iPod for Macintosh system requirements? You can use iPod with a computer and software that meet the following requirements: · Macintosh computer with built-in FireWire · Mac OS X v10.1.4 or later and iTunes 3 or later, or · Mac OS 9.2.1 or later and iTunes 2 or later My iPod won't turn on or respond. · Make sure iPod's Hold switch is off. · If you're using the Apple iPod Remote, make sure the remote's Hold switch is off. · If that doesn't work, connect iPod to the iPod Power Adapter and connect the adapter to a working electrical outlet.Your iPod battery may need to be recharged. 8 · If that doesn't work, your iPod may need to be reset.While the iPod is connected to power, press and hold the Play and Menu buttons for at least 5 seconds, until the Apple logo appears. · If that doesn't work, you may need to restore iPod's software. To download the iPod Software Updater application, go to www.apple.com/ipod My iPod isn't playing music. · · · · Make sure the Hold switch is off. Make sure the earphone connector is pushed in all the way. Make sure the volume is turned up. If that doesn't work, push the Play/Pause button.Your iPod may be paused. When I connect my iPod to my computer, nothing happens. · Make sure you have the required system software and version of iTunes. See "What are the iPod for Macintosh system requirements?" above. · Check the FireWire connections. Unplug the FireWire cable at both ends and make sure no foreign objects are in the FireWire ports. Then plug the cable back in securely. Use only the Apple 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable. Tips and troubleshooting 9 Tips and troubleshooting · If that doesn't work, restart your computer. · If that doesn't work, your iPod may need to be reset. Connect iPod to the iPod Power Adapter and connect the adapter to a working electrical outlet.Then press and hold the Play and Menu buttons for at least 5 seconds, until the Apple logo appears. · If that doesn't work, you may need to restore iPod's software. To download the iPod Software Updater application, go to www.apple.com/ipod · For more information, go to the iPod support site at www.apple.com/support/ipod My FireWire port cover came off. · The FireWire port cover (available with some models of iPod) is designed to be removable. If it comes off, you can reinsert it. My Apple iPod Remote isn't working. · Make sure the remote's Hold switch is off. · Make sure the remote is plugged firmly into iPod's headphones port, and that the Apple Earphones are plugged firmly into the remote. · The iPod Remote is included with some models of iPod, and can be purchased separately at www.apple.com/store 10 Learning more, service, and support There is a wealth of information about using iPod in onscreen help and on the Web. iPod onscreen help To access iPod Help, open iTunes and choose iPod Help from the Help menu. In iPod Help, you can find information on · transferring music and data files to iPod · automatically updating iPod · using playlists · changing settings · file types supported by iPod · and more Online resources For the latest information on iPod, go to www.apple.com/ipod For iPod service and support information, a variety of forums with product-specific information and feedback, and the latest Apple software downloads, go to www.apple.com/support/ipod For international support, go to www.apple.com/support and choose your country from the pop-up menu at the bottom of the screen. 11 Learning more, service, and support Learning more, service, and support Obtaining warranty service If the product appears to be damaged or does not function properly, please follow the advice in this booklet, the onscreen help, and the online resources. If the unit still does not function, go to www.apple.com/support for instructions on how to obtain warranty service. Communications regulation information For information on communications regulations, see the file on the iPod CD. 12 Safety and cleaning Read on to learn about using iPod safely and cleaning iPod. Important safety instructions When setting up and using your iPod, remember the following: · Read all the installation instructions carefully before you plug your iPod Power Adapter into a power outlet. · Keep these instructions handy for reference by you and others. · Follow all instructions and warnings dealing with your iPod. Warning Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Operation of this product, or similar products, must always be supervised by an adult. Do not allow children access to the interior of any electrical product and do not permit them to handle any cables. Avoid hearing damage Warning Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or headphones are used at high volume.You can adapt over time to a higher volume of sound, which may sound normal but can be damaging to your hearing. Set your iPod's volume to a safe level before that happens. If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use of your iPod. 13 Safety and cleaning Safety and cleaning Do not use while driving Important Use of headphones while operating a vehicle is not recommended and is illegal in some areas. Be careful and attentive while driving. Stop listening to your iPod if you find it disruptive or distracting while operating any type of vehicle or performing any other activity that requires your full attention. Using the power adapter · Use only the power adapter that came with your iPod. Adapters for other electronic devices may look similar, but they may damage your iPod. · The only way to shut off power completely to your power adapter is to disconnect it from the power source. · Always leave space around your power adapter. Do not use this equipment in a location where airflow around the power adapter is confined, such as a bookcase. · When connecting or disconnecting your power adapter, always hold the power adapter by its sides. Keep fingers away from the metal part of the plug. · Before connecting the FireWire cable to the power adapter, make sure there are no foreign objects inside the adapter's FireWire port. · The power adapter for your iPod is a high-voltage component and should not be opened for any reason, even when the iPod is off. If the power adapter needs service, see "Learning more, service, and support." · Never force a connector into the power adapter FireWire port. If the connector and port do not join with reasonable ease, they probably don't match. Make sure that the connector matches the port and that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation to the port. 14 About operating and storage temperatures · Operate your iPod in a place where the temperature is always between 0 and 35º C (32 to 95º F). · Store your iPod in a place where the temperature is always between ­20 and 45º C (-4 to 113º F). · iPod's battery life may shorten in low-temperature conditions. · When you are using your iPod or charging the battery, it is normal for the bottom of the case to get warm.The bottom of the iPod case functions as a cooling surface that transfers heat from inside the unit to the cooler air outside. Avoid wet locations Warning To reduce the chance of shock or injury, do not use your iPod in or near water or wet locations. · Keep your iPod and power adapter away from sources of liquids, such as drinks, wash basins, bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on. · Protect your iPod and the power adapter from direct sunlight and rain or other moisture. · Take care not to spill any food or liquid on iPod or it ...