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Apple P9804LL/A Using the Extra Features of Your iPod mini, To enable iPod mini as a hard disk

Models: P9434LL/A P9806LL/A M9807B/A M9806X/A M9802B/A

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Using the Extra Features of Your iPod mini

Using the Extra Features of Your iPod mini

Using iPod mini as an External Hard Disk

You can use iPod mini as a hard disk, to store and transfer data files.

To enable iPod mini as a hard disk:

1In iTunes, select iPod mini in the Source list and click the Options button.

Options button

2Select “Enable disk use.”

When you use iPod mini as a hard disk, the iPod mini disk icon appears on the desktop on the Mac, or as the next available drive letter in Windows Explorer on a Windows PC. Note: Selecting “Manually manage songs and playlists” in the Options window also enables iPod mini to be used as a hard disk.

Note: To transfer music files to iPod mini, you must use iTunes. Songs transferred via iTunes do not appear on iPod mini in the Macintosh Finder or Windows Explorer. Likewise, if you copy music files to iPod mini in the Macintosh Finder or Windows Explorer, you won’t be able to play them on iPod mini.

Preventing iTunes From Opening Automatically

If you use iPod mini primarily as a hard disk, you may want to keep iTunes from opening automatically when you connect iPod mini to your computer.

Using iPod mini

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Apple P9804LL/A, M9802LLAR, M9801LLAR Using the Extra Features of Your iPod mini, Using iPod mini as an External Hard Disk

Contents

iPod mini User’s Guide 12 Using iPod mini Contents44 Tips and Troubleshooting 50 Learning More, Service, and Support 52 Safety and Cleaning1 Quick Start iPod mini Features Learning to Use iPod miniiPod Tutorial To use iPod mini with a Macintosh, you must have What You Need to Get StartedHigh-power USB 2.0 port Quick StartIEEE To use iPod mini with a Windows PC, you must haveiPod mini Your iPod mini includes the following componentsApple Earphones Quick StartFour Steps to Playing Music on iPod mini Step 1 Install the SoftwareStep 2 Import Music to Your Computer To import music to your computer from an audio CDTo charge the battery Step 3 Connect iPod mini to Charge the Battery and Transfer MusicImportant Be sure to connect iPod mini to a high-power USB 2.0 port directly on your computer, or to a powered USB 2.0 hub that’s connected to your computer. iPod mini won’t work if it’s connected to a low-power USB 2.0 port, such as those sometimes found on keyboards or other peripherals Step 4 Play Music To Learn MoreUsing iPod mini Controls 1 Using iPod miniDock connector port Using iPod miniPlay/Pause button iPod mini Controls Using iPod miniiPod mini Controls Using iPod miniPlay songs in random order Skip to any point in a songDisabling iPod mini Buttons Using the Hold Switch n Set the Hold switch to HoldUsing iPod mini To create an On-The-Go playlist Making Playlists on iPod miniTo play songs in the On-The-Go playlist To remove a song from the On-The-Go playlistRating Songs Connecting and Disconnecting iPod miniTo transfer On-The-Go playlists to your computer To rate a songDisconnecting iPod mini To eject iPod mini To disconnect iPod miniIf iPod mini is in the Dock, simply remove it To play music from iPod mini using the Dock Connecting iPod mini Using the iPod mini Dock Available SeparatelyAbout iTunes Organizing and Transferring Your MusicTo browse for and purchase music About the iTunes Music StoreAudio File Formats Supported by iPod mini About Smart Playlists About PlaylistsCreating Playlists on Your Computer To create a playlistTo set iPod mini to update only selected playlists To update iPod mini with only certain songsTransferring Songs and Playlists to iPod mini Automatically Transferring Songs and Playlists to iPod mini ManuallyTo set iPod mini to transfer songs manually Deleting Songs and Playlists From iPod mini ManuallyTo transfer a song or playlist to iPod mini manually To delete a song or playlist from iPod miniModifying Playlists on iPod mini Setting the Reading SpeedListening to Spoken Word Audio To create a new playlist on iPod miniSetting iPod mini to Shuffle Songs Adjusting iPod mini SettingsSeeing How Many Songs Are on iPod mini To set the playing speed of an audiobookSetting the Click Wheel Sound Setting iPod mini to Repeat SongsTo set iPod mini to repeat songs To set how iPod mini plays the Click Wheel soundUsing the iPod mini Equalizer Setting Songs to Play at the Same Relative Volume LevelSetting the Backlight Timer To set iPod mini to use the iTunes volume settingsSetting the Language Setting and Viewing Date and TimeAdding or Removing Items From the Main Menu To add or remove items from the main menuUsing iPod mini as an External Hard Disk Using the Extra Features of Your iPod miniTo enable iPod mini as a hard disk Preventing iTunes From Opening AutomaticallySetting the Sleep Timer Setting the AlarmTo set an alarm Importing Addresses, Phone Numbers, Calendar Events, and To-Do Lists To import all information using a Mac and iSyncTo import contact information manually Storing and Reading Notes and Other InformationTo import appointments and other calendar events manually To view contacts on iPod miniYou can charge the iPod mini battery in two ways Charging the iPod mini BatteryTo charge the battery using your computer Playing GamesTo charge the battery using the optional iPod USB Power Adapter Battery States iPod mini Belt Clip iPod mini AccessoriesiPod Remote Available Separately Apple Earphones To use the earbud headphonesAvailable accessories include iPod mini Dock iPod mini Armband Available AccessoriesiPod USB Power Adapter iPod Remote + Earphones iPod In-Ear Headphones iPod Dock Connector to FireWire Cable iPod Stereo Connection KitResetting iPod mini 1 Tips and TroubleshootingTo reset iPod mini If Your iPod mini Won’t Turn On or RespondTips and Troubleshooting If Your iPod mini Isn’t Playing MusicIf You Connect iPod mini to a USB Port and It Doesn’t Work Correctly If You Connect iPod mini to Your Computer and Nothing HappensIf the Screen Is Too Light or Too Dark iPod mini Software Update and Restore If Your Optional iPod Remote Isn’t WorkingIf You Want to Use Your iPod mini With a Mac and a Windows PC To update or restore iPod mini with the latest software Learning More Service, and Support Onscreen Help for Other iPod ApplicationsOnline Resources Obtaining Warranty Service Finding the Serial Number of Your iPod miniLearning More, Service, and Support Read on to learn about using iPod mini safely and cleaning iPod mini Safety and CleaningCleaning Important Safety InstructionsAbout Operating and Storage Temperatures Connectors and PortsAvoid Hearing Damage Do Not Use While DrivingDo Not Make Repairs Yourself Avoid Wet LocationsCommunications Regulation Information FCC Compliance StatementRadio and Television Interference Industry Canada Statement BatteryVCCI Class B Statement European Community Apple and the EnvironmentNederlands