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    iPod classic User Guide
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    3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 4 iPod classic Basics 5 iPod classic at a Glance 5 Using iPod classic Controls 8 Disabling iPod classic Controls 9 Using iPod classic Menus 11 Connecting and Disconnecting iPod classic 14 About the iPod classic Battery 17 Music Features 17 About iTunes 18 Importing Music into
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    Recording Voice Memos 56 Learning About iPod classic Accessories 58 Tips and Troubleshooting 58 General Suggestions 63 Updating and Restoring iPod Software 65 Safety and Cleaning 65 Important Safety Information 67 Important Handling Information 68 Learning More, Service, and Support 72 Contents 3
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    an optional cable  Listen to audiobooks purchased from the iTunes Store or audible.com  Store or back up files and other data, using iPod classic as an external disk  Sync contact, calendar, and to-do list information from your computer  Play games, store text notes, set an alarm, and more 4
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    Menu Previous/Rewind Play/Pause Click Wheel Next/Fast-forward Center button Dock connector Using iPod classic Controls The controls on iPod classic are easy to find and use. Press any button to turn on iPod classic. The main menu appears. Use the Click Wheel and Center button to navigate through
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    appears). (so nothing happens if you press them accidentally) Reset iPod classic (if it isn't responding) Slide the Hold switch to HOLD and back again. Press the Menu and Center buttons at the same time for about 6 seconds, until the Apple logo appears. Choose a menu item Scroll to the item
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    press the Center button. From the main menu, choose Settings > About and press the Center button until you get to the serial number, or look on the back of iPod classic. Browsing Music Using Cover Flow You can browse your music collection using Cover Flow, a visual way to flip through your library
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    the menu), press the Center button. Turning off the Click Wheel Sound When you scroll through menu items, you can hear a clicking sound through the iPod classic internal speaker. If you like, you can turn the Click Wheel sound off. To turn off the Click Wheel sound: m Choose Settings and set Clicker
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    main menu. Choose menu items to perform functions or go to other menus. Icons along the top of the screen show iPod classic status. Lock icon Menu title Play status Battery status Menu items Display item Menu title Lock icon Play status Function Displays the title of the current menu. The Lock
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    up or dismiss the brightness slider. Note: Your brightness setting may affect your battery performance. Setting the Language iPod classic can be set to use different languages. To set the language for iPod classic: m Choose Settings > Language, and then choose a language from the list. 10 Chapter
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    your keyboard has a high-powered USB 2.0 port. By default, iTunes syncs songs on iPod classic automatically when you connect it to your computer. When iTunes is finished, you can disconnect iPod classic. Note: You can sync songs while your battery is charging. Chapter 1 iPod classic Basics 11
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    it. If you see the main menu or a large battery icon, you can disconnect iPod classic. If you set iPod classic to manage songs manually (see "Managing iPod classic Manually" on page 25) or enable iPod classic for disk use (see "Using iPod classic as an External Disk" on page 48), you must always
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    m Click the Eject (C) button next to iPod classic in the list of devices in the iTunes source list. You can safely disconnect iPod classic while either of these messages is displayed. If you're using a Mac, you can also eject iPod classic by dragging the iPod classic icon on the desktop to the Trash
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    the iPod classic Battery iPod classic has an internal, non-user-replaceable battery. For best results, the first time you use iPod classic, let it charge for about four hours or until the battery icon in the status area of the display shows that the battery is fully charged. If iPod classic isn
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    displays a "Connect to Power" message" on page 60. If you want to charge iPod classic when you're away from your computer, you can purchase the Apple USB Power Adapter. To charge the battery using the Apple USB Power Adapter: 1 Connect the AC plug adapter to the power adapter (they might already
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    iPod classic before it's fully charged. Note: Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles and might eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and number of charge cycles vary by use and settings. For more information, go to www.apple.com/batteries. 16 Chapter 1 iPod classic
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    on the go About iTunes iTunes is the software application you use with iPod classic. iTunes can sync music, audiobooks, podcasts, and more with iPod classic. When you connect iPod classic to your computer, iTunes opens automatically. This guide explains how to use iTunes to download songs and other
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    Library To listen to music on iPod classic, you first need to get that music into iTunes on your computer. There are three ways of getting music and other audio into iTunes: Â Purchase music, audiobooks, and videos, or download podcasts online from the iTunes Store. Â Import music and other audio
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    options, such as TV shows that let you buy a season pass for all episodes. The song or other item is downloaded to your computer and charged to the credit card listed on your Apple or AOL account. To download or subscribe to a podcast: 1 Select iTunes Store in the source list. 2 Click the Podcasts
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    the most recent episode. As new episodes become available, they are automatically downloaded to iTunes when you connect to the Internet. For more information, see "Adding Podcasts to iPod classic" on page 26 and "Watching and Listening to Podcasts" on page 33. Adding Songs Already on Your Computer
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    Song Names and Other Details To enter CD song names and other information manually: 1 Select the first song on the CD and choose File > Get plain text format into iTunes so that you can view the song lyrics on iPod classic while the song is playing. To enter lyrics into iTunes: 1 Select a song
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    iPod classic, you first need to set up Genius in iTunes. Genius is a free service, but an iTunes instructions to upload and update your library. Depending on the size of your library, this step can take some time. 4 Connect and sync your iPod classic. You can now use Genius on your iPod classic
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    items in your iTunes library. Any other songs on iPod classic are deleted. Â Sync selected playlists: When you connect iPod classic, it's automatically updated to match the songs in playlists you select in iTunes. Â Manually add music to iPod classic: When you connect iPod classic, you can drag
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    accept, you can still add songs to iPod classic manually without erasing any of the songs already on iPod classic. While music is being synced from your computer onto iPod classic, the iTunes status window shows progress, and you see a sync icon next to the iPod classic icon in the source list. When
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    songs from a playlist on iPod classic: m Drag a song to a playlist on iPod classic to add the song. Select a song in a playlist and press the Delete key on your keyboard to delete the song. If you set iTunes to manage music manually, you can reset it later to sync automatically. Chapter 2 Music
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    , or you can add podcasts to iPod classic manually. To set iTunes to update the podcasts on iPod classic automatically: 1 In iTunes, select iPod classic in the source list and click the Podcasts tab. 2 In the Podcasts pane, select "Sync ... episodes" and choose the number of episodes you want in the
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    number Song time progress bar Function Appears if iPod classic is set to shuffle songs or albums. Appears if iPod classic is set to repeat all songs. The Repeat Once (!) icon appears if iPod classic the diamond along the bar to get to another part of the track. Browsing Songs by Artist or Album
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    . To set shuffle options from the Now Playing screen: m Press the Center button until you see the shuffle icon. Choose Songs, Albums, or Off. Setting iPod classic to Repeat Songs You can set iPod classic to repeat a song over and over, or repeat songs within the list you choose to play. To set
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    , choose Reset Menu. Using Genius on iPod classic When iPod classic isn't connected to your computer, Genius can still automatically create instant playlists of songs that go great together. To use Genius, you first need to set up Genius in the iTunes Store, and then sync iPod classic to iTunes (see
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    the On-The-Go playlists to your computer: m If iPod classic is set to update songs automatically (see "Syncing Music Automatically" on page 24), and you make an On-The-Go playlist, the playlist is automatically copied to iTunes when you connect iPod classic. You see the new On-The-Go playlist in the
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    iPod classic. If the artwork is available, you'll see it on iPod classic in the album list and when you play music from the album. To set iTunes to display album artwork on iPod classic: 1 In iTunes, select iPod classic the same method to set the remaining numbers of the combination. You can use the
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    how to set a relative volume level in iTunes and on iPod classic. Volume level may also vary if you use different earphones or headphones. With the exception of the iPod Radio Remote, accessories that connect through the iPod Dock Connector don't support volume limits. If you set a combination, you
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    an equalizer preset to a song in iTunes and the iPod classic equalizer is set to Off, the song plays using the iTunes setting. See iTunes Help for more information. Watching and Listening to Podcasts Podcasts are downloadable audio or video shows you get at the iTunes Store. You can listen to audio
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    . Setting the play speed only affects audiobooks purchased from the iTunes Store or audible.com. Listening to FM Radio You can listen to radio using the optional iPod Radio Remote accessory for iPod classic. iPod Radio Remote attaches to iPod classic using the Dock connector cable. When you're using
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    on iPod classic or on a TV connected to iPod classic. Read this chapter to learn about downloading and viewing videos. Purchasing or Renting Videos and Downloading Video Podcasts To purchase videos-movies, TV shows, and music videos-or rent movies online from the iTunes Store (part of iTunes and
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    podcasts. You don't need an iTunes Store account to download podcasts. See "Purchasing Songs and Downloading Podcasts Using the iTunes Store" on page 18 for instructions. Converting Your Own Videos to Work with iPod classic You can view other video files on iPod classic, such as videos you create
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    converting video for iPod classic, go to www.info.apple.com/kbnum/n302758. Adding Videos to iPod classic You add movies and TV shows to iPod classic much the same way you add songs. You can set iTunes to sync all movies and TV shows to iPod classic automatically when you connect iPod classic, or you
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    checked in your Movies and other libraries. To set iTunes to sync most recent episodes or selected TV shows to iPod classic: 1 In iTunes, select iPod classic in the source list and click the TV Shows tab. 2 Select "Sync ... episodes" and choose the number of episodes you want from the pop- up menu
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    automatically. If you set iTunes to sync automatically after you've been manually managing iPod classic, you lose any items on iPod classic that aren't part of your iTunes library. To reset iTunes to sync all movies automatically on iPod classic: 1 In iTunes, select iPod classic in the source list
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    don't see the video. Watching Videos on a TV Connected to iPod classic If you have an AV cable from Apple, you can watch videos on a TV connected to your iPod classic. First you set iPod classic to display videos on a TV, then connect iPod classic to your TV, and then play a video. Note: Use the
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    To set Captions to display Subtitles to display Do this Set Captions to On. Set Subtitles to On. To use the Apple Component AV Cable to connect iPod classic to your TV: 1 Plug the red, green, and blue video connectors into the component video input (Y, Pb, and Pr) ports on your TV. You can
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    camera to your computer, and then add them to iPod classic for viewing. You can connect iPod classic to a TV and view photos as a slideshow with You can import other digital images into iPhoto, such as images you download from the web. For more information about importing and working with photos
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    click Download Some. Or to download all items, click Download All. To import photos to a Windows PC: m Follow the instructions that came with your digital camera or photo application. Adding Photos From Your Computer to iPod classic You can add photos to iPod classic from a folder on your hard disk
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    you connect iPod classic to your computer, photos are synced automatically. To add photos from a folder on your hard disk to iPod classic: 1 Drag on iPod classic. To delete photos from iPod classic: 1 In iTunes, select iPod classic in the source list and click the Photos tab. 2 Select "Sync photos
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    on iPod classic manually or as a slideshow. If you have an optional AV cable from Apple (for example, Apple Component AV Cable), you can connect iPod classic to a TV and view photos as a slideshow with music. Viewing Photos on iPod classic To view photos on iPod classic: 1 On iPod classic, choose
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    view a slideshow, with music and transitions if you choose, on iPod classic. If you have an optional AV cable from Apple, you can view the slideshow on a TV. To set slideshow settings: m Choose Photos > Settings, and then follow these instructions: To set How long each slide is shown The music that
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    press the Next/Fast-forward or Previous/Rewind button. To connect iPod classic to a TV: 1 Connect the optional Apple Component or Composite AV cable to iPod classic. Note: Use the Apple Component AV Cable, Apple Composite AV Cable, or Apple AV Connection Kit. Other similar RCA-type cables won't work
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    "Manually manage music and videos" in the Options section also enables iPod classic to be used as an external disk. Drag files to and from iPod classic to copy them. If you use iPod classic primarily as a disk, you might want to keep iTunes from opening automatically when you connect iPod classic
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    In the Options section, deselect "Open iTunes when this iPod is connected." 3 Click Apply. Using Extra Settings You can set the date and time, clocks in different time zones, and alarm and sleep features on iPod classic. You can use iPod classic as a stopwatch or to play games, and you can lock the
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    To delete a clock: 1 Choose Extras > Clocks. 1 Choose the clock. 2 Choose Delete. Setting the Alarm You can set an alarm for any clock on iPod classic. To use iPod classic as an alarm clock: 1 Choose Extras > Alarms. 2 Choose Create Alarm and set one or more of the following options: To Turn the
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    ) to play on iPod classic. After purchasing games in iTunes, you can add them to iPod classic by syncing them automatically or by managing them manually. To buy a game: 1 In iTunes, select iTunes Store in the source list. 2 Choose iPod Games from the iTunes Store list. 3 Select the game you want and
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    To sync games automatically to iPod classic: 1 In iTunes, select iPod classic in the source list and click the Games tab. 2 Select "Sync games." 3 Click "All games" or "Selected games." If you click "Selected games," also select the games you want to sync. 4 Click Apply. Locking the iPod classic
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    the iPod classic screen in two ways: Â Press the Center button to enter the combination on iPod classic. Use the Click Wheel to select the numbers and Mac OS X v10.4 or later, you can use iTunes to sync the contact and calendar information on iPod classic with Address Book and iCal. If you're using
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    from your computer with iPod classic. You can't use iSync to sync information from iPod classic to your computer. To sync contacts or calendars using Windows Address Book or Microsoft Outlook for Windows: 1 Connect iPod classic to your computer. 2 In iTunes, select iPod classic in the source list
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    (filenames end in .vcs). 2 Drag the files to the Calendars folder on iPod classic. Note: To add to-do lists to iPod classic manually, save them in a calendar file with a .ics or .vcs extension. To view contacts on iPod classic: m Choose Extras > Contacts. To sort contacts by first or last name
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    automatically synced to a playlist in iTunes (and removed from iPod classic) when you connect iPod classic. You see the new Voice Memos playlist in the source list. Learning About iPod classic Accessories iPod classic comes with some accessories, and many other accessories are available at www.apple
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    Radio Remote  Apple Universal Dock  Apple Component AV Cable  Apple Composite AV Cable  Apple USB Power Adapter  Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic  Apple In-Ear Headphones with Remote and Mic  World Travel Adapter Kit  Leather Case for iPod classic  iPod Socks  iPod Earphones  Third
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    Tips and Troubleshooting 6 6 Most problems with iPod classic can be solved quickly by following the advice in this chapter. The 5 Rs: Reset, Retry, Restart, Reinstall, Restore Remember these five basic suggestions if you have a problem with iPod classic. Try these steps one at a time until your
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    you have a Windows PC that doesn't have a USB 2.0 port, in some cases you can purchase and install a USB 2.0 card. For more information, go to www.apple.com/ipod. Â iPod classic might need to be reset (see page 58). Chapter 6 Tips and Troubleshooting 59
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    problem, iPod classic may need to be repaired. You can arrange for service at the iPod Service & Support website: www.apple.com/support/ipod If songs or data sync more slowly over USB 2.0 Â If you sync a large number of songs or amount of data using USB 2.0 and the iPod classic battery is low, iPod
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    in iTunes that isn't supported by iPod classic, you can convert it to a format iPod classic supports. For more information, see iTunes Help. If iPod classic displays a "Connect to iTunes to activate Genius" message You haven't activated Genius in iTunes, or you haven't synced your iPod classic since
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    operating systems:  Mac OS X v10.4.11 or later  Windows Vista  Windows XP (Home or Professional) with Service Pack 3 or later  iTunes 8.0 or later (iTunes can be downloaded from www.apple.com/ipod/start) If your Windows PC doesn't have a USB 2.0 port, you can purchase and install a USB 2.0 card
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    iTunes from www.apple.com/ipod/start. 2 Connect iPod classic to your computer. 3 In iTunes, select iPod classic in the source list and click the Summary tab. The Version section tells you whether iPod classic is up to date or needs a newer version of the software. Chapter 6 Tips and Troubleshooting
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    4 Click Update to install the latest version of the software. 5 If necessary, click Restore to restore iPod classic to its original settings (this erases all data from iPod classic). Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the restore process. 64 Chapter 6 Tips and Troubleshooting
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    parts. For service information, choose iPod Help from the Help menu in iTunes or go to www.apple.com/support/ipod. The rechargeable battery in iPod should be replaced only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider. For more information about battery replacement service, go to www.apple.com/support
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    use of earphones while operating a vehicle. Be careful and attentive while driving. Stop listening to your audio device if you find it disruptive or such as playing games on iPod classic, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of your body.
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    NOTICE: Failure to follow these handling instructions could result in damage to iPod or other property. Carrying iPod iPod contains sensitive components, including, in some cases, a hard drive. Do not bend, drop, or crush iPod. If you are concerned about scratching iPod, you can use one of the
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    Apple software downloads Using iTunes Using iPhoto (on Mac OS X) Using iSync (on Mac OS X) Using iCal (on Mac OS X) The latest information on iPod classic Registering iPod classic Finding the iPod classic serial number Obtaining warranty service Do this Go to: www.apple.com/support/ipod Open iTunes
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    generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy. If it is not installed and used properly-that is, in strict accordance with Apple's instructions- necessary, consult an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple. See the service and support information that came with your Apple product. Or,
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    of properly according to local laws and regulations. Because this product contains a battery, the product must be disposed of separately from household waste. When your iPod reaches its end of life, contact Apple or your local authorities to learn about recycling options. For information about
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    skydda hälsa och miljö. Battery Replacement and Disposal for iPod classic The rechargeable battery in iPod classic should be replaced only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider. For battery replacement services, go to: www.apple.com/support/ipod/service/battery When iPod classic reaches its end of
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    27 iTunes Store 19 podcasts 19 quickly 7 songs 6, 26 videos 6, 19 with Cover Flow 7 buttons Center 5 disabling with Hold switch 6 Eject 13 buying. See purchasing C calendar events, syncing 53 Center button, using 5, 26 Charging, Please Wait message 15, 60 charging the battery about 14 using the iPod
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    6 features of iPod 4 file formats, supported 61 Index finding your iPod serial number 7 fit video to screen 40 full-resolution images 44 G games 51 Genius about 17 button in iTunes 23 creating a playlist in iTunes 23 playlist 29 setting up in iTunes 22 troubleshooting 61 using on iPod 29 getting
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    Image Capture 43 syncing 43, 44 viewing on iPod 45 playing games 51 songs 6 videos 6 playlists adding songs 7, 25 Genius 23, 29 making on iPod 29 modifying 25 On-The-Go 29 setting for slideshows 47 plug on battery icon 14 podcasting 33 podcasts browsing 19 downloading 19 downloading video podcasts
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    lock 52 scrolling quickly 7 scrubber bar 6 searching iPod 7 iTunes Store 19 Select button. See Center button serial number 7, 11 serial number, locating 68 service and support 68 sets of songs. See playlists setting combination for iPod 52 settings about your iPod 11 alarm 50 audiobook play speed 34
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    on a TV 41, 47 on iPod 47 settings 46 troubleshooting 62 voice memos recording 56 syncing with your computer 56 volume changing 6 setting maximum limit 31 W warranty service 68 widescreen TV 40 Windows importing photos 43 supported operating systems 62 troubleshooting 63 WMA files, converting 61 76
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