Apple Updating and Restoring iPod Software for MD475LL, MD477LL, MD478LL, MD480LL, MD481LL Models

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Updating and restoring iPod software

You can use iTunes to update or restore iPod software. You should update iPod nano to use the latest software. You can also restore the software, which puts iPod nano back to its original state.

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If you choose to update, the software is updated, but your settings and songs aren’t affected.

If you choose to restore, all data is erased from iPod nano, including songs, videos, files, photos, and any other data. All iPod nano settings are restored to their original state.

Update or restore iPod software:

1Make sure you have an Internet connection and have installed the latest version of iTunes from www.itunes.com/downloads.

2Connect iPod nano to your computer.

3In iTunes, select iPod nano, then click Summary.

The Version section tells you whether iPod nano is up to date or needs a newer version of the software.

4Click Update to install the latest version of the software.

5If necessary, click Restore to restore iPod nano to its original settings (this erases all data from iPod nano). Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the restore process.

Important: Restoring the iPod software erases all data from iPod nano, including songs.

Chapter 13    Tips and Troubleshooting

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Contents IPod nano User Guide Contents Accessibility EarPods and Bluetooth accessoriesTips and Troubleshooting Safety and HandlingIPod nano at a Glance IPod nano overviewAccessories Home screenStatus icons ITunes UVoice Memos Setting up iPod nano Set up iPod nanoGetting Started Getting Started Using Multi-Touch BasicsTap and double-tap SwipeFlick DragZoom in or out BasicsSetting preferences Open Settings for iPod nanoGetting information about iPod nano General settings Music settingsSettings for videos, photos, and radio Resetting preferencesConnecting and disconnecting iPod nano About the batteryConnecting iPod nano to your computer Disconnecting iPod nano from your computerCharging the battery Understanding battery statesCharge the battery using your computer Charge the battery using the Apple USB Power AdapterSetting up iTunes syncing Conserving powerSyncing automatically Transferring purchased content to another computer Set iTunes to manage content manuallyTransfer purchased content to another computer Managing iPod nano manuallyMusic and Other Audio Playing musicPlay a song Controlling playback for songs Find songs in your music libraryShuffling songs Playing podcasts, audiobooks, and iTunes U collections Find podcasts, audiobooks, and iTunes U CollectionsPause Resume a paused programStart over Play the previous episodeCreating playlists on iPod nano Creating and editing playlistsCreate a playlist Remove items from a playlist Delete a playlistRate a song Creating Genius playlists Playing Genius MixesCreate a Genius playlist on iPod nano Play a Genius MixControlling the volume Setting the maximum volume limitSet the maximum volume limit for iPod nano Require a passcode to change the volume limitPlaying songs at the same volume level Remove the volume limitSet songs to play at the same volume level Videos Adding videos to iPod nanoWatching videos on iPod nano Watch a video on iPod nanoWatching rented movies Watch a rented movieFM Radio Listening to FM radioListen to the radio Pausing live radio Show the Live Pause controlsFinding local stations and setting favorites Start listening at the point where you pausedTurn off Live Pause Find local stationsSetting your radio region Tagging songs for review and purchaseAmericas AsiaAustralia EuropeSetting Fitness preferences FitnessCounting steps Use iPod nano to count steps for a walkSet a Daily Step Goal View your step totalsSet up a Run workout Creating workouts with musicUse a saved workout Calibrating iPod nano Controlling iPod nano during a workoutCalibrate iPod nano Reset calibration Viewing and managing fitness dataView your exercise history Clear workout data from iPod nanoPhotos Viewing photos on iPod nanoViewing individual photos View photos on iPod nanoViewing slideshows on iPod nano View a slideshow on iPod nanoAdd full-resolution image files to iPod nano Syncing photosAdding photos from your computer Sync photos from your iPhoto libraryCopying photos from iPod nano to a computer Removing photos from iPod nanoAdd photos from iPod nano to a computer Delete all photos from iPod nanoClock Customizing the clockSet a world clock time zone Using the stopwatch Using the timerSet the timer Use the stopwatchCancel the timer Set the sleep timerVoice Memos Recording voice memosListening to recordings Record a voice memoManaging recordings Label a recordingDelete a recording Sync voice memos with your computerAccessibility Universal Access featuresTurn on accessibility features in iTunes Using VoiceOver Set up VoiceOver on iPod nanoSetting Mono Audio Turn off VoiceOver on iPod nano using VoiceOver gesturesVoiceOver gestures Turn Mono Audio on or offQuickly activating accessibility features Turn on the accessibility shortcutInverting the screen colors Turn Invert Colors on or offEarPods and Bluetooth accessories Using the Apple EarPodsUsing the Apple EarPods with Remote and Mic Connecting to Bluetooth accessories Pair iPod nano with a Bluetooth deviceConnect to a paired Bluetooth device Switching between audio output devices Remove a Bluetooth device pairingSelect a device for audio output Tips and Troubleshooting 5 Rs Reset, Retry, Restart, Reinstall, RestoreIf you need to reset iPod nano General suggestionsIf music stops when the iPod nano screen turns off If iPod nano displays a Connect to Power messageIf iPod nano displays a Use iTunes to restore message If iPod nano isn’t playing musicIf iPod nano can’t receive a radio signal If you can’t add a song or other item to iPod nanoIf iPod nano speaks the text on the screen If you want to check the system requirementsUpdate or restore iPod software Updating and restoring iPod softwareSafety and Handling Important safety informationSafety and Handling Important handling information Learning More, Service Support To learn about Do thisRegulatory Compliance Information RegulatoryBattery Replacement Disposal and recycling information China Battery Charger EfficiencyApple and the Environment KKApple Inc Apple Inc. 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