| 1. Can I connect iPod to my car stereo? |
| 2. Do I need to completely empty the battery before charging it, and does doing this prevent the so-called "memory effect"? |
| 3. How can I install the 4th Generation, iPod Photo replacement battery (616-0183, 616-0206) ? |
| 4. How can I install the iPod replacement battery (616-0159, E225846) ? |
| 5. How do I charge iPod? |
| 6. How do I transfer music between my computer and iPod? |
| 7. How does the hard drive feature of iPod work? |
| 8. How long does it take to transfer my music collection to iPod? |
| 9. I would like more information about iPod? |
| 10. If my battery dies, will I lose all of my music in iPod? |
| 11. Is iPod compatible with my computer? |
| 12. Is it okay to leave the iPod in the dock, or otherwise attached to external power, for extended periods of time? |
| 13. To get the most out of your iPod's battery |
| 14. What audio formats does iPod work with? |
| 15. What is Audible? |
| 16. What kind of battery does the iPod use? |
| 17. Why doesn't Apple make the battery easily replaceable? Or use different batteries, like AA? |
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| Can I connect iPod to my car stereo? |
| Yes. iPod will also sound great on your car stereo. Use an extension cable with 3.5 mm stereo connectors on each end to connect iPod to your car stereo system's auxiliary input, or use a cassette adapter if your car stereo doesn't have a sound input port, or Portable Wireless FM Transmitter. These items can be purchased at our stores, please have a visit in laptop-battery, iPod Accessories Session. |
| Do I need to completely empty the battery before charging it, and does doing this prevent the so-called "memory effect"? |
You don't need to empty the battery before charging it. Lithium-based batteries, like those used in iPod, have none of the memory effects seen in nickel-based rechargeable batteries. |
| How can I install the 4th Generation, iPod Photo replacement battery (616-0183, 616-0206) ? |
The folllowing instructions come with no warranty or guarantee, improper assembly or proper or using of excessive force may result in damage to the parts involved or to your PDA/MP3 Player.
By utilizing these instructions, you agree to hold Global-Batteries blameless and unaccountable for damages or problems caused by use of these instructions. These instruction require a moderate level of technical ability and proficiency in the use of hand tools, as well as a general understanding of electronic components. Buyer assumes full responsibility for the installation of this replacement battery.
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Install Replacement Battery Step 1:
Using a screwdriver begin to pry open the side of the case, starting around the area that lines up with play forward button (ffwd) as shown. Gently twist the srcew drive and pry up the bottom corner cloesest to the screwdriver. |
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Install Replacement Battery Step 2:
With the screwdriver wedged inside the case, carefully work your way up to the top of the Ipod, unclipping the case clips as you go. |
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Install Replacement Battery Step 3:
With one side of the case fully unclipped, using your fingers to support the hard drive you can now flip the main section of the Ipod face down. |
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Install Replacement Battery Step 4:
Be carefull not to damage the ribbon cable connected to the back case cover. |
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Install Replacement Battery Step 5:
Using the screwdriver and your fingers, disconnect the power cord connector from the socket. Please pay attention to the original orientation. |
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Install Replacement Battery Step 6:
Using a torx wrench, remove the two screws at the end of the main board, next to the power cable. |
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Install Replacement Battery Step 7:
Slide the power cable around the main board. |
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Install Replacement Battery Step 8:
Holding the hard drive with one hand and using your fingers or the tip of the screw driver, carefully unglue and remove the battery from the glue spots.
(Start at the corner of the battery, there are ribbon cables underneath the battery and this will reduce the risk of damage. Be careful not to over extend and damage the hard drive ribbon cables.)
Apply the new battery to the original orientation and glue spots, move the power cable around the main board to the original spot and insert the connector into the socket, put back the two screws, wile supporting the hard drive with your fingers flip the main section back over to the front and snap the case back on. |
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| How can I install the iPod replacement battery (616-0159, E225846) ? |
The folllowing instructions come with no warranty or guarantee, improper assembly or proper or using of excessive force may result in damage to the parts involved or to your PDA/MP3 Player.
By utilizing these instructions, you agree to hold Global-Batteries blameless and unaccountable for damages or problems caused by use of these instructions. These instruction require a moderate level of technical ability and proficiency in the use of hand tools, as well as a general understanding of electronic components. Buyer assumes full responsibility for the installation of this replacement battery. TOP
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Install Replacement Battery Step 1:
Measure down the right or left seam of the iPod 6cm (60mm).
This is the point to begin prying the case. At this point, insert the included screwdriver and begin to pry open the case, working back and forth along the seam. |
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Install Replacement Battery Step 2:
Once the side you are working on pops loose, work your way around the iPod, unclipping the clips from the silver case by pushing the towards the center of the iPod. Once the silver case comes loose, it should still be attached by a ribbon cable. |
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Install Replacement Battery Step 3:
Once you have access to the inside of the iPod you will notice the hard drive surrounded by blue rubber. Remove the hard drive by lifting all the blue rubber. At the base of the rubber you will see a small ribbon cable tab that connects the hard drive to the motherboard. Gently lift this tab and disconnect the hard drive. Place the hard drive aside for re-assembly. |
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Install Replacement Battery Step 4:
To remove the battery, lift the battery from its compartment using the included screwdriver. You will notice the power cable is wrapped under a portion of the green motherboard. Carefully pull the power cord out from under the motherboard, you can use the screwdriver to assist you. |
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Install Replacement Battery Step 5:
Using your fingers, gently disconnect the battery by gently pulling on the power connector. The battery should now be free from the unit and the replacement battery can be plugged in. |
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Install Replacement Battery Step 6:
Remember to wrap the power cord back under the motherboard before applying the battery within the case (use the screwdriver to push it back in). Reconnect the hard drive by placing the hard drive connector over the socket in the motherboard and push it in. Verify the connection by gently pulling on the hard drive. Place the hard drive back into position and snap the silver metal case back together. Your new battery is now ready for charging.
Your new battery will need to be charged before first use. |
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| How do I charge iPod? |
There are three ways to recharge the built-in battery.
First, use the 6-pin FireWire cable or high-power USB cable that came with iPod and connect it to your computer. [Note: Only iPod mini will charge directly over USB.]
Second, If you use the 4-pin-to-6-pin FireWire cable or if you don't have access to your computer, you can charge iPod from a standard electrical outlet using the FireWire cable and the included power adapter.
Third, if you have the iPod (with Dock Connector) model or iPod mini, just place iPod into its dock. TOP
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| How do I transfer music between my computer and iPod? |
iPod offers three ways to transfer music from your computer. You can select one of the following update modes from the iPod Preferences menu in iTunes:
- Automatically update all songs and playlists. This is the default mode, in which your entire music library, including playlists, is automatically synced to your iPod. If the music library on your computer exceeds the iPod storage capacity, you are prompted to select a different update method.
- Automatically update selected playlists only. With this option, iTunes automatically copies the playlists you have selected to iPod when you connect it to the computer.
- Manually manage songs and playlists. You can also choose to transfer music to iPod manually. This allows you to drag and drop individual songs and playlists from iTunes to iPod
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| How does the hard drive feature of iPod work? |
| iPod can double as a hard drive for your computer. This allows you to transfer files and applications from your computer to the iPod and take them with you wherever you go. iPod is smart enough to keep your data files separate from your music collection so that they will not be accidentally erased when you are updating your music. |
| How long does it take to transfer my music collection to iPod? |
| Connect iPod to your Mac or PC and all of your songs and playlists are automatically downloaded into iPod. You can download an entire CD's worth of music in 10 seconds or less. |
| I would like more information about iPod? |
If you need a more information iPod, please visit http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/ |
| If my battery dies, will I lose all of my music in iPod? |
No. The iPod stores all of its music on a hard disk. If the battery is drained completely, or even removed, all of the music on the iPod will remain intact. Additionally, you still have all of your music in the iTunes music library on your computer. |
| Is iPod compatible with my computer? |
| iPod is compatible with both Macintosh computers and PCs. TOP |
| Is it okay to leave the iPod in the dock, or otherwise attached to external power, for extended periods of time? |
Update to the latest software
Make sure you have installed the latest version of iPod software. iPod Software 1.2.6 or later addresses potential battery management issues. Make sure you have installed this or a later version of iPod software.
Keep iPod at room temperature
iPod's battery works best when iPod is at room temperature, generally near 20oC, but you can use iPod anywhere between 0oC to 35oC. If you have left iPod in the cold, let it warm up to room temperature before waking it from sleep. Otherwise, a low-battery icon may appear and iPod will not wake from sleep. If after warming up, iPod does not wake from sleep, connect the power adapter, and press the Menu and Play/Pause buttons until the logo appears.
Use the Hold switch
Set the Hold switch on iPod and its remote to the Hold position whenever you are not using iPod. This will keep iPod from accidentally waking from sleep and playing songs if its buttons are pressed while in a pocket or bag.
Charging
iPod fast-charges the battery to 80 percent of capacity in an hour. However, it can take 4 hours to fully recharge the battery. Even in sleep, iPod uses a small amount of current, and the battery slowly empties. Stored at optimal storage temperature, the battery will empty in 14 to 28 days.
Pause iPod when unattended
If you leave iPod unattended, press Play/Pause to pause the song. If left playing, iPod will continue to play songs until the battery is drained--particularly if the repeat setting is set to One or All.
Backlighting
Backlighting can use a lot of battery power. If you don't need to use backlighting, turn it off.
Choose Settings > Backlight Timer > Off
Equalizer
Turning off the Equalizer will extend your battery life. If you don't wish to use the Equalizer turn it off. To turn off the Equalizer,
Choose Settings > EQ > Off
Avoid changing tracks
Avoid changing tracks by pressing the Previous/Rewind or Next/Fast-forward buttons. If you frequently change tracks by pressing the Previous or Next buttons, iPod has to turn on the hard drive to open the songs. This uses a lot of battery power.
Use compressed songs
iPod's cache works best with songs of average file sizes (less than 9 MB). If your audio files are large or uncompressed (including AIFF format), you may want to compress them, or use a different compression method, such as MP3 or AAC, when importing them into iTunes. Also, consider breaking very long songs or tracks into shorter tracks that have smaller file sizes. TOP |
| To get the most out of your iPod's battery |
| DVD-RAM has the best recording features but it is not compatible with most DVD-ROM drives and DVD-Video players. Think more of it as a removable hard disk. DVD-RAM is usually used in some DVD Recorders.
This format is supported by DVDForum. |
| What audio formats does iPod work with? |
- Mac: AAC (up to 320 kbit/s), MP3 (up to 320 kbit/s), MP3 Variable Bit Rate (VBR), WAV, AIFF, Audible.
- Windows: AAC (up to 320 kbit/s), MP3 (up to 320 kbit/s), MP3 Variable Bit Rate (VBR), WAV, Audible.
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| What is Audible? |
| Audible is a service that provides digital spoken versions of over 18 000 audiobooks and audio programs such as daily digests of the Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, iPod can play the Audible format. You can listen to Audible files using iTunes 4 or download them to your iPod for listening on the go. |
| What kind of battery does the iPod use? |
The iPod uses a lithium ion (Li-ion) battery.
- The first and second generation ("non-dockable") iPods use a Sony 3.7V (UP325385A4H)lithium ion polymer battery.
- The third generation ("dockable") iPods use a 3.7V (616-0159 or E225846) lithium ion battery.
- The iPod mini uses a Sanyo EC003 lithium ion battery.
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| Why doesn't Apple make the battery easily replaceable? Or use different batteries, like AA? |
| Because if they did either, the size of the batteries and/or the access panels and mechanisms required to access the battery would make the unit significantly larger than it is, likely by several millimeters in thickness at a minimum, and would also affect other dimensions, as well as weight. It was an engineering decision to use an integrated battery; if it were not integrated, the unit would not have the small, sleek form factor that makes it so attractive in the first place. Additionally, the iPod's battery is indeed replaceable. TOP |
