Apple 019-0497 manual Tips and Troubleshooting

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If You Connect iPod mini to Your Computer and Nothing Happens

•Open iTunes manually. See if iPod mini appears in the iTunes Source list.

•Make sure you have installed the software from the iPod CD.

•Make sure you have the required computer and software. See “What You Need to Get Started” on page 5.

•Your iPod mini may need to be reset (see page 49).

•Check the cable connections. Unplug the cable at both ends and make sure no foreign objects are in the USB or FireWire ports. Then plug the cable back in securely. Use only Apple iPod cables. Be sure the connectors on the cables are oriented correctly. They can only be inserted one way.

•If your iPod mini is exceptionally low on power and you connect it to a USB 2.0 port, it may charge for up to 30 minutes before you can use it. Leave iPod mini connected at least until the battery icon animates.

•If you’re connecting iPod mini to a portable or laptop computer using the iPod Dock Connector to USB 2.0 Cable, connect the computer to a power outlet before connecting iPod mini.

•If that doesn’t work, restart your computer.

•If that doesn’t work, you may need to restore iPod mini software. See “iPod mini Software Update and Restore” on page 54.

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Contents IPod mini User’s Guide Contents Quick Start Learning to Use iPod mini IPod mini FeaturesTo use iPod mini with a Macintosh, you must have What You Need to Get StartedTo use iPod mini with a Windows PC, you must have Your iPod mini includes the following components Four Steps to Playing Music on iPod mini To import music to your computer from an audio CDTo buy music online To charge the battery Connect iPod mini to Charge the Battery and Transfer MusicQuick Start Play Music To Learn MoreUsing iPod mini Using iPod mini IPod mini Controls Play songs in random order Disabling iPod mini Buttons Using the Hold Switch Making Playlists on iPod mini To rate a song Connecting and Disconnecting iPod miniRating Songs To transfer On-The-Go playlists to your computerYour computer From your computer Disconnecting iPod miniTo disconnect iPod mini To eject iPod miniUsing iPod mini Organizing and Transferring Your Music To play music from iPod mini using the DockAbout iTunes About the iTunes Music Store Audio File Formats Supported by iPod miniTo browse for and purchase music About Playlists To create a playlist About Smart PlaylistsCreating Playlists on Your Computer Transferring Songs and Playlists to iPod mini AutomaticallyTo update iPod mini with only certain songs To set iPod mini to update only selected playlistsTransferring Songs and Playlists to iPod mini Manually To transfer a song or playlist to iPod mini manually Deleting Songs and Playlists From iPod mini ManuallyModifying Playlists on iPod mini To set iPod mini to transfer songs manuallyTo modify a playlist on iPod mini Setting the Reading SpeedListening to Spoken Word Audio To create a new playlist on iPod miniTo listen to a podcast Listening to PodcastsTo update podcasts Updating PodcastsSeeing How Many Songs Are on iPod mini To shuffle and begin playing all your songs Adjusting iPod mini SettingsSetting iPod mini to Shuffle Songs Setting iPod mini to Repeat SongsTo set how iPod mini plays the Click Wheel sound Setting the Click Wheel SoundSetting Songs to Play at the Same Relative Volume Level To set iPod mini to repeat songsUsing the iPod mini Equalizer Setting the Backlight TimerTo set iPod mini to use the iTunes volume settings Setting and Viewing Date and Time Setting the LanguageAdding or Removing Items From the Main Menu Preventing iTunes From Opening Automatically Using the Extra Features of Your iPod miniUsing iPod mini as an External Hard Disk To enable iPod mini as a hard diskSetting the Sleep Timer Setting the AlarmTo set an alarm Using iPod mini Update all contacts To import appointments and other calendar events manually To import contact information manuallyPlaying Games Storing and Reading Notes and Other InformationCharging the iPod mini Battery You can charge the iPod mini battery in two waysTo charge the battery using your computer AC plug adapter Battery States IPod mini Belt Clip IPod mini AccessoriesIPod Remote Available Separately Apple Earphones To use the earbud headphones Available Accessories Resetting iPod mini To reset iPod miniIf Your iPod mini Won’t Turn On or Respond If Your iPod mini Isn’t Playing Music Tips and Troubleshooting IPod mini may need to be reset see If the Screen Is Too Light or Too Dark If Your Optional iPod Remote Isn’t Working IPod mini Software Update and RestoreTo update or restore iPod mini with the latest software Online Resources Onscreen Help for Other iPod ApplicationsFinding the Serial Number of Your iPod mini Obtaining Warranty ServiceCleaning Important Safety InstructionsAbout Handling Connectors and Ports About Operating and Storage TemperaturesAvoid Hearing Damage Do Not Use While Driving Do Not Make Repairs Yourself Avoid Wet LocationsCommunications Regulation Information Vcci Class B Statement European Community Taiwan