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iPod for Windows: Connecting multiple iPod devices to iTunes

Mon, 07 May 2012 16:01:14 GMT+00:00

While iTunes for Windows allows you to connect multiple iPod devices simultaneously to the same computer for charging, you cannot sync your data from the computer to all the iPod devices at the same time.

iPod nano (6th generation): Controlling iPod nano during a workout

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:38:08 GMT+00:00

You can use your iPod nano (6th generation) button controls to pause and resume your workout, change songs, hear spoken feedback, or switch to a PowerSong for extra motivation. If you use Apple headphones with a remote, you can control your workout with the remote.

iPod nano (6th generation): Software update version 1.1 changes

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 18:58:17 GMT+00:00

With iPod software update version 1.1 for iPod nano (6th generation), you will be able to: Completely turn off the iPod, rather than just put the device to sleep. Control music or radio playback using the Sleep/Wake button without having to look at the device.

How to uninstall VoiceOver Kit

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 16:41:13 GMT+00:00

By downloading VoiceOver Kit to your computer, your iPod will announce the names of your songs, artists, and playlists. If you no longer wish to use the VoiceOver feature on your iPod and want to remove the VoiceOver Kit from your computer, follow the steps below.

iPod nano: Hierarchical Smart Playlists do not update on device

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:57:50 GMT+00:00

iTunes allows you to create Smart Playlists, specifying certain types of music, songs with certain ratings, and other criteria. These playlists are automatically updated by iTunes. Hierarchical Smart Playlists are playlists with sets of rules. You create them in iTunes when you click the '…' button when setting up a Smart Playlist.

Nike + iPod: Receiver not recognized by iPod nano

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 20:02:34 GMT+00:00

When you connect the Nike + iPod Receiver to the iPod nano, you should see the Nike + iPod menu on the iPod nano. If this menu does not appear, try the following steps to address the issue:

What is Gapless Playback?

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:46:11 GMT+00:00

Gapless playback means that there is no pause in playback between the end of one audio file and the beginning of the next audio file. This allows for playback of content with no gaps the way it was meant to be heard. Some examples of gapless albums include: "Dark Side of the Moon" by Pink Floyd "Abbey Road" by The Beatles Many live and classical albums

What to do when you cannot install VoiceOver Kit on Windows XP

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 17:37:28 GMT+00:00

When trying to install the VoiceOver Kit on a Windows XP computer, the following error message is displayed: "The VoiceOver Kit could not be installed because the user "[user name]" has an account restriction."

Nike + iPod: Unpairing a sensor from a nikeplus.com account when you've purchased a new sensor

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 20:31:46 GMT+00:00

If your Nike + iPod Sensor runs out of batteries and you have purchased a new Nike + iPod Sensor, you may need to "unpair" your original sensor from your nikeplus.com account in order to continue uploading workout data from your new sensor to the same nikeplus.com account.

'Disk cannot be read from or written to' when syncing iPod or 'Firmware update failure' error when updating or restoring iPod

Fri, 27 May 2011 04:48:34 GMT+00:00

When you sync your iPod with iTunes, iTunes may display an error message that reads: "Attempting to copy to the disk failed. The disk could not be read from or written to." When you update or restore your iPod, you may see this error: "Firmware update failure. Disk write error." These errors can happen with any iPod. These errors can occur anytime iTunes can't read information from or write information to the iPod. Here are some potential causes:

Nike + iPod: About the sensor battery

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:45:46 GMT+00:00

The Nike + iPod Sensor's battery is not replaceable or rechargeable and has a life of over a thousand active hours. The sensor has a sophisticated built-in power-management system, allowing the sensor to consume power only when active (that is, when it senses motion).

iPod nano (5th generation): Sound through speaker with headphones connected

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:35:57 GMT+00:00

Sound is coming from the speaker, even though the headphones are connected to the headphone port.

Feature comparison: iPod nano 4th and 5th generation

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 23:47:04 GMT+00:00

The following chart compares the features of the iPod nano (4th generation) to that of the iPod nano (5th generation).

iPod nano (5th generation): How to use the station Seek feature for FM radio

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 21:50:59 GMT+00:00

iPod nano (5th generation) has a built-in FM radio, allowing you to listen to your favorite FM stations after connecting your earphones or headphones to your iPod. Using the Seek feature, you can scan the available radio stations in your vicinity.

Deleted but still listed media content on iPod after importing

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 19:41:10 GMT+00:00

Using third-party products, such as Adobe Photoshop Elements 7.0, Adobe Premier Elements 7.0, or Adobe Album Starter 3.0 to delete media content from your iPod nano (5th generation) may also delete synced iTunes video content* and photos from your iPod nano (5th generation). Video and photo content synced from iTunes will continue to be listed on your iPod, but will no longer be playable or viewable. * Synced video content includes, but is not limited to: music videos, movies, and TV shows downloaded from iTunes.

Use iTunes to put photos on iPod nano

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 23:14:22 GMT+00:00

You can easily copy images from your computer to the iPod nano using iTunes. For more information about copying images, see iTunes and iPod: Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about syncing photos.

iPod nano (5th generation): Order of songs in Cover Flow may be incorrect when there's no Album Artist

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:48:24 GMT+00:00

In Cover Flow, the order of songs may be incorrect when the songs have no Album Artist entry. For example, the songs by Various Artists may not be sorted by their song title when there's no Album Artist entry.

iPod nano (5th generation): Available capacity displayed on iPod is different from what's displayed for the device in iTunes

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:43:52 GMT+00:00

When viewing the available capacity for the iPod nano (5th generation) in iTunes, the amount displayed is lower than that shown on the device itself in iPod > Settings.

iPod nano (5th generation): What to do if Video Camera preview screen is black

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:20:32 GMT+00:00

If you find that the Video Camera preview screen is black on your iPod nano (5th generation) after you select Video Camera on the device, follow the steps below to resolve the issue. If you try to exit the Video Camera application by pressing the Menu button after the screen turns black, the device might become unresponsive (learn how to reset, if necessary).

Birthdays synced from Outlook 2003 or Outlook 2007 Contacts may appear off by one day

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 16:48:59 GMT+00:00

Birthdays synced over from Outlook 2003 or Outlook 2007 Contacts may appear off by one day when synced to an iPhone or iPod.

Nike + iPod: Achieving a new workout milestone may cause your iPod nano to unexpectedly reset

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 18:59:23 GMT+00:00

If you have Spoken Feedback enabled on your iPod nano (4th generation) and you have just heard a congratulatory audible message after reaching a new workout milestone, your iPod nano may unexpectedly reset and lose the data for your last workout.

iPod: Minimum System Requirements

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:41:19 GMT+00:00

Check the specifications to see if your iPod will work with your computer.

Finding the "Five Rs" of iPod troubleshooting

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 21:57:09 GMT+00:00

Having trouble with your iPod?

Nike + iPod: nikeplus.com site requires web browser to accept cookies

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 18:59:56 GMT+00:00

The nikeplus.com site requires the web browser used to accept cookies. If you are using Nike + iPod, you may get unexpected results if your browser does not accept cookies.

Nike + iPod: How to reset and recalibrate your Nike + iPod if you get unexpected results

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 18:13:21 GMT+00:00

When you calibrate your Nike + iPod, make sure you are running or walking at a steady, natural pace for the specified calibration distance. If you run or walk with an inconsistent pace or travel a distance that is over or under the expected calibration distance, you may get unexpected results (such as incorrect distance of a workout). For best results, first reset the calibration and then recalibrate, instead of just calibrating again.

How to rename your iPod

Mon, 05 May 2008 15:36:26 GMT+00:00

You can rename your iPod using iTunes by following these steps:

Using the Apple Remote with iPod Hi-Fi

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 17:52:21 GMT+00:00

The iPod Hi-Fi includes the Apple Remote. This same remote works with other Apple products, including: iPod Universal Dock iMac (Early 2006) iMac G5 (iSight) MacBook Pro

Nike + iPod: Navigating chapter marks and preserving bookmarks during a workout

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 23:32:13 GMT+00:00

If you are using Nike + iPod, and you are listening to a track with chapter marks, such as a podcast or audiobook, here are some helpful tips.