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LL2596_border.book Page 5 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM 1 Quick Start Congratulations on purchasing your iPod mini. Read this section to get started using iPod mini quickly. iPod mini works with the iTunes music software included on the iPod mini CD. Use iTunes to import songs from your CD or digital music collection to your computer, or use the iTunes Music Store (available in some countries only) to purchase songs and download them to your computer.
LL2596_border.book Page 6 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM iPod mini Features iPod mini is a music player and much more.
LL2596_border.book Page 7 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM What You Need to Get Started To use iPod mini with a Macintosh, you must have: • A Macintosh with built-in FireWire 6-pin FireWire 400 port • Mac OS X v10.1.5 or later Some features require Mac OS X v10.2 or later (Mac OS X v10.3.3 or later is recommended). • iTunes 4.2 or later (iTunes is included on the iPod mini CD) To be sure you have the latest version of iTunes, go to www.apple.com/itunes. • iSync 1.1 and iCal 1.0.
LL2596_border.book Page 8 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM To use iPod mini with a Windows PC, you must have: • A Windows PC with 500 MHz or higher processor speed • Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4 or later, or Windows XP Home or Professional • iTunes 4.2 or later (iTunes is included on the iPod mini CD) To be sure you have the latest version of iTunes, go to www.apple.com/itunes.
LL2596_border.book Page 9 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Your iPod mini includes the following components: iPod mini iPod Dock Connector to FireWire Cable iPod Power Adapter Quick Start Belt Clip iPod Dock Connector to USB 2.
LL2596_border.book Page 10 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Setting Up iPod mini to Play Music To set up iPod mini, you charge the battery, install software from the iPod mini CD, and import songs from your music CD collection to your computer. Then you transfer the songs to iPod mini and start listening to music. Step 1: Charge the Battery Connect iPod mini to the iPod Power Adapter using the iPod Dock Connector to FireWire Cable.
LL2596_border.book Page 11 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Step 2: Install the Software Insert the iPod mini CD into your computer and install iTunes and the iPod software. Step 3: Import Music to Your Computer Complete this step if you haven’t already transferred music to your computer. You can import music from your audio CDs, or if you have an Internet connection, you can buy music online and download it to your computer using the iTunes Music Store.
LL2596_border.book Page 12 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Step 4: Connect iPod mini and Transfer Music Connect iPod mini to your computer using one of the two included cables. Be sure the connectors on both ends of the cable are oriented correctly. They can only be inserted one way. If you have a Mac, or if you have a Windows PC with a 6-pin FireWire 400 port, use the iPod Dock Connector to FireWire Cable.
LL2596_border.book Page 13 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM If you have a Windows PC that doesn’t have a FireWire port, but has a high-power USB 2.0 port, use the iPod Dock Connector to USB 2.0 Cable. USB 2.0 port Windows PC iPod Dock Connector to USB 2.0 Cable Note: Be sure to connect iPod mini to a 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.
LL2596_border.book Page 14 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM When the transfer is complete, a message on the iPod mini screen says “OK to disconnect.” If your Windows PC doesn’t have a 6-pin FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394) port or a high-power USB 2.0 port, here are other ways you can connect iPod mini: • If your computer has a 4-pin FireWire port, use an optional 6-pin–to–4-pin FireWire adapter. Note: You can’t charge iPod mini through your computer using a 4-pin FireWire port.
LL2596_border.book Page 15 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Step 5: Play Music When the song transfer is complete, disconnect iPod mini from your computer. Squeeze both sides of the Dock connector to disconnect the cable from iPod mini. Then use the Click Wheel and Select button to browse for a song.
LL2596_border.book Page 16 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM 1 Using iPod mini Read this section to learn about using iPod mini controls, transferring music, charging the battery, and using the extra features of your iPod mini. Using iPod mini Controls Press the Select button (in the center of iPod mini) to turn on iPod mini. The main menu appears. Use the Click Wheel and Select button to navigate through onscreen menus, play songs, change settings, and view information.
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LL2596_border.book Page 18 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM iPod mini Controls Reset iPod mini (For use during troubleshooting) Toggle the Hold switch (set it to Hold, then turn it off again). Then press the Menu and Select buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds, until the Apple logo appears. Turn on iPod mini Press the Select button. Turn off iPod mini Press and hold Play/Pause. Turn the backlight on or off Press and hold Menu or select Backlight from the main menu.
LL2596_border.book Page 19 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM iPod mini Controls 19 Disable iPod mini controls (So you don’t press them accidentally) Set the Hold switch to Hold (an orange bar appears). Skip to any point in a song From the Now Playing screen, press the Select button. Then scroll to any point in the song. Skip to the next song Press Next/Fast-forward. Start a song over Press Previous/Rewind. Play the previous song Press Previous/Rewind twice.
LL2596_border.book Page 20 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Disabling iPod mini Buttons Using the Hold Switch If you’re carrying iPod mini in your pocket and you don’t want to activate the controls or turn it on accidentally, you can make the controls inactive. n Set the Hold switch to Hold. Slide the switch toward the center (so you can see the orange stripe) to disable the controls.
LL2596_border.book Page 21 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Queueing Up a List of Songs You can set iPod mini to play the songs you want in the order you want. When you create a list of songs on your iPod mini, the songs appear in an On-The-Go playlist. To create an On-The-Go playlist: 1 Highlight a song and press and hold the Select button until the song title flashes. 2 Repeat step 1 for other songs you want to add. 3 Select Playlists > On-The-Go to view your list of songs.
LL2596_border.book Page 22 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM To rate a song: 1 Start playing the song. 2 From the Now Playing screen, press the Select button twice. 3 Use the Click Wheel to select a rating. Connecting and Disconnecting iPod mini You connect iPod mini to your computer to transfer and manage music, and, in most cases, to charge the battery. If you have a Mac, you connect iPod mini using the included FireWire cable. If you have a Windows PC, use the FireWire or the USB 2.
LL2596_border.book Page 23 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Disconnecting iPod mini If you set iPod mini to transfer songs manually (see page 29) or enable iPod mini for use as a hard disk (see page 35), you must eject iPod mini before disconnecting it. If it’s not OK to disconnect iPod mini, this screen appears: Important: Don’t disconnect iPod mini if you see the “Do not disconnect” message. You could damage files on iPod mini. If you see this message, you must eject iPod mini before disconnecting it.
LL2596_border.book Page 24 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM If it’s OK to disconnect iPod mini from your computer, this screen appears: Or, a large battery icon appears: To disconnect iPod mini: • If iPod mini is in the Dock, simply remove it. • If iPod mini is connected to an iPod cable, squeeze both sides of the Dock connector to disconnect the cable from iPod mini.
LL2596_border.book Page 25 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM About iTunes iTunes is the software application you use to manage the music on your computer and transfer music to iPod mini. When you connect iPod mini to your computer, iTunes opens automatically.
LL2596_border.book Page 26 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM To browse for and purchase music: 1 Open iTunes and click Music Store in the Source list. 2 Click the Account button and follow the onscreen instructions to set up an account or enter your existing Apple Account or AOL account information. You can only have music from five different Music Store accounts on one iPod mini. For more information about the iTunes Music Store, open iTunes and choose Help > iTunes and Music Store Help.
LL2596_border.book Page 27 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM If you are using iTunes 4.5 or later on a Windows PC, you can convert nonprotected WMA files to AAC or MP3 format. This can be useful if you have a library of music encoded in WMA format. For more information, open iTunes and choose Help > iTunes and Music Store Help. iPod mini does not support MPEG Layer 1 or MPEG Layer 2 audio files. About Playlists Using iTunes, you can organize songs into playlists.
LL2596_border.book Page 28 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Creating Playlists on Your Computer n n To create a playlist: In iTunes, click the Add (+) button and type a name for the playlist, then drag songs from the library or another playlist to the new playlist. To create a Smart Playlist: In iTunes, choose File > New Smart Playlist and choose the criteria for your playlist. Any songs from your library that match the criteria you choose are automatically added to the playlist.
LL2596_border.book Page 29 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM 3 Select “Only update checked songs.” To set iPod mini to update only selected playlists: 1 In iTunes, select iPod mini in the Source list and click the Options button. Options button 2 Select “Automatically update selected playlists only.” Transferring Songs and Playlists to iPod mini Manually You can set iPod mini to transfer songs manually, so you can transfer individual songs and playlists.
LL2596_border.book Page 30 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM n To transfer a song or playlist to iPod mini manually: In iTunes, drag a song or playlist to iPod mini in the Source list. Deleting Songs and Playlists From iPod mini Manually If you have set iPod mini to transfer songs manually (see above), you can delete songs and playlists from iPod mini individually. Songs deleted from iPod mini manually are not deleted from the iTunes library.
LL2596_border.book Page 31 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Listening to Spoken Word Audio You can purchase and download spoken word audiobooks from the iTunes Music Store (available in some countries only) and listen to them on your iPod mini. You can use iTunes to transfer audiobooks to your iPod mini the same way you transfer songs. If you stop listening to an audiobook on iPod mini and go back to it later, the audiobook begins playing from where you left off.
LL2596_border.book Page 32 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM To set iPod mini to shuffle songs or albums: 1 Select Settings from the iPod mini main menu. 2 Set Shuffle to Songs or to Albums. When you set iPod mini to shuffle albums, it plays all the songs on an album in order, then randomly selects another album and plays through it in order. When set to shuffle, iPod mini won’t repeat a song or album until it has played through the entire list from which the first song or album was selected.
LL2596_border.book Page 33 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Setting the Backlight Timer You can set the backlight to turn on for a certain amount of time when you press a button or use the Click Wheel. n Select Settings > Backlight Timer and select the time you want. Even if you don’t set the backlight timer, you can turn on the backlight at any time by pressing and holding Menu on the iPod mini Click Wheel or selecting Backlight from the main menu. After a few seconds, the backlight turns off.
LL2596_border.book Page 34 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM n To set iPod mini to display the time in the title bar: Select Settings > Date & Time. If you set iPod mini to display the time in the title bar, you can see the time from any iPod mini menu screen. Setting the Language iPod mini can be set to use different languages. n Select Settings > Language and select a language. If you accidentally set iPod mini to use a language you don’t understand, you can reset the language.
LL2596_border.book Page 35 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM 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: 1 In iTunes, select iPod mini in the Source list and click the Options button. Options button 2 Select “Enable disk use.
LL2596_border.book Page 36 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM To prevent iTunes from opening automatically when you connect iPod mini to your computer: 1 In iTunes, select iPod mini in the Source list. 2 Click the Options button and deselect “Open iTunes when attached.” Options button Setting the Sleep Timer You can set iPod mini to turn off automatically after a specific period of time. n Select Extras > Clock > Sleep Timer and select the time you want.
LL2596_border.book Page 37 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Importing Addresses, Phone Numbers, Calendar Events, and To-Do Lists Your iPod mini can store contacts, calendar events, and to-do lists, for viewing on the go. If you are using a Mac and iSync, it’s as easy as clicking a button. To import all information using a Mac and iSync: 1 Connect iPod mini to your computer. 2 Open iSync and choose Devices > Add Device. You only need to do this step the first time you use iSync with your iPod mini.
LL2596_border.book Page 38 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM To import appointments and other calendar events manually: 1 Export calendar events from any calendar application that uses the standard iCalendar format (filenames end in .ics) or vCal format (filenames end in .vcs). 2 Drag the files to the Calendars folder on iPod mini. Note: You can only view to-do lists on iPod mini using iSync and iCal. n n n To view contacts on iPod mini: Select Extras > Contacts.
LL2596_border.book Page 39 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Playing Games iPod mini has a number of games. n To play a game: Select Extras > Games and select a game. iPod mini Accessories iPod mini comes with some accessories, and many other accessories are available at www.apple.com/store. Apple Earphones iPod mini comes with a pair of high-quality earbud headphones. n To use the earbud headphones: Plug them in to the Headphones port, then place the earbud in your ear as shown.
LL2596_border.book Page 40 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM iPod mini Dock (Available Separately) The iPod mini Dock holds iPod mini upright as it charges or transfers music. Connect the Dock to your computer using the same cable you use with iPod mini, or connect it to a power outlet using the FireWire cable and power adapter. Then put iPod mini in the Dock. Note: Be sure the connectors on the cable are oriented correctly. Each connector can only be inserted one way.
LL2596_border.book Page 41 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Using the iPod mini Dock, you can play music from iPod mini over external powered speakers or a home stereo. You need an audio cable with a standard 3.5 millimeter stereo miniplug (many external speakers have this type of cable attached). To play music from iPod mini using the Dock, the Dock must not be connected to your computer.
LL2596_border.book Page 42 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM iPod mini Belt Clip iPod mini comes with a handy belt clip. To use the belt clip, snap iPod mini into the casing, then attach the clip to your belt, purse strap, backpack, or a lanyard. Do not attach the clip directly to clothing. The belt clip may slip off. Snap the iPod mini into the belt clip. Using iPod mini Do not slide the iPod mini into the belt clip.
LL2596_border.book Page 43 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM iPod Remote (Available Separately) With the iPod Remote, you can control iPod mini while it’s in your pocket. To use the iPod Remote, connect it to the iPod Remote port, then connect the Apple Earphones (or another set of headphones) to the remote. Use the buttons on the remote just as you would use the iPod mini buttons. Use the remote’s Hold switch to disable the remote’s buttons.
LL2596_border.book Page 44 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Available Accessories To purchase iPod mini accessories, go to www.apple.com/store.
LL2596_border.book Page 45 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Charging the iPod mini Battery The iPod mini battery is 80-percent charged in about an hour, and fully charged in about four hours. If you charge iPod mini while transferring files or playing music, it may take longer. iPod mini has an internal, nonremovable battery. If iPod mini isn’t used for a while, the battery may need to be charged.
LL2596_border.book Page 46 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM To charge the battery using the iPod Power Adapter: 1 Connect the AC plug adapter to the power adapter (this may already be assembled). 2 Connect the FireWire cable to the power adapter, and plug the other end of the cable in to iPod mini. 3 Plug the power adapter in to a working electrical outlet.
LL2596_border.book Page 47 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Battery States When iPod mini is not connected to a power source, a battery icon in the top-right corner of the screen shows about how much charge is left. Battery about halfway charged If iPod mini is connected to a power source, the battery icon animates to show that the battery is charging. Battery charging If you connect iPod mini to a power source and the battery icon does not animate, the battery is fully charged.
LL2596_border.book Page 48 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM 1 Tips and Troubleshooting Most problems with iPod mini can be solved quickly by following the advice in this chapter. Resetting iPod mini Most problems with iPod mini can be solved by resetting iPod mini. To reset iPod mini: 1 Connect iPod mini to a power outlet using the iPod Power Adapter. 2 Toggle the Hold switch on and off (set it to Hold, then turn it off again).
LL2596_border.book Page 49 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM • If you’re using the optional iPod Dock Connector to USB 2.0 + FireWire Cable and your computer has USB and FireWire ports, don’t plug the cable’s USB and FireWire connectors in to your computer at the same time. If you have done this, unplug the cables and reset iPod mini (see above). • If that doesn’t work, you may need to restore iPod software. See “Software Update and Restore” on page 52.
LL2596_border.book Page 50 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM If Your iPod mini Isn’t Playing Music • • • • • Make sure the Hold switch is off. If you’re using the iPod Remote, make sure the remote’s Hold switch is off. Make sure the headphones connector is pushed in all the way. Make sure the volume is adjusted properly. If that doesn’t work, push the Play/Pause button on the Click Wheel. Your iPod mini may be paused.
LL2596_border.book Page 51 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM • If you’re connecting iPod mini to a Windows PC laptop computer using the USB 2.0 cable, connect the laptop 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 software. See “Software Update and Restore” on page 52.
LL2596_border.book Page 52 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM • If you’re connecting iPod mini to a Windows PC using the USB 2.0 cable, and it has been a long time since you’ve used your iPod mini or charged it, the battery may be very low. It may take up to 10 minutes before the iPod mini battery is charged enough to begin transferring music. Leave iPod mini connected to your computer while it charges. After a few minutes, the low-battery icon disappears and your iPod mini connects normally.
LL2596_border.book Page 53 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM To update or restore iPod mini with the latest software: 1 Go to www.apple.com/support/ipod and download the iPod Updater application. 2 Double-click the software install file and follow the onscreen instructions to install the iPod Updater application. 3 Connect iPod mini to your computer and open iTunes. The iPod Updater application opens.
LL2596_border.book Page 54 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM 1 Learning More, Service, and Support There is more information about using iPod mini on the web and in onscreen help. iPod mini Tutorial For an in-depth tutorial on transferring music to and playing music on iPod mini, see the iPod mini Tutorial on the iPod mini CD. iPod mini User’s Guide This booklet is also included as a file on the iPod mini CD. Online Resources For the latest information on iPod mini, go to www.apple.com/ipodmini.
LL2596_border.book Page 55 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Onscreen Help • To learn more about using iTunes, open iTunes and choose Help > iTunes and Music Store Help. • To learn more about using iSync (on Mac OS X), open iSync and choose Help > iSync Help. • To learn more about using iCal (on Mac OS X), open iCal and choose Help > iCal Help.
LL2596_border.book Page 56 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM 1 Safety and Cleaning Read on to learn about using iPod mini safely and cleaning iPod mini. Important Safety Instructions When setting up and using your iPod mini, remember the following: • Read all the installation instructions carefully before you plug your iPod Power Adapter in to a power outlet. • Keep these instructions handy for reference by you and others. • Follow all instructions and warnings dealing with your iPod mini.
LL2596_border.book Page 57 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Avoid Hearing Damage Warning Permanent hearing loss may occur if earbuds or headphones are used at high volume. You can adapt over time to a higher volume of sound, which may sound normal but can be damaging to your hearing. Set your iPod mini volume to a safe level before that happens. If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use of your iPod mini.
LL2596_border.book Page 58 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Using the Power Adapter • Use only the power adapter that came with your iPod mini. Adapters for other electronic devices may look similar, but they may damage your iPod mini. • The only way to shut off power completely to your power adapter is to disconnect it from the power source. • Always leave space around your power adapter. Do not use this equipment in a location where airflow around the power adapter is confined, such as a bookcase.
LL2596_border.book Page 59 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM About Operating and Storage Temperatures • Operate your iPod mini in a place where the temperature is always between 0º and 35º C (32º to 95º F). • Store your iPod mini in a place where the temperature is always between –20º and 45º C (–4º to 113º F). Don’t leave iPod mini in your car, since temperatures in parked cars can exceed this range. • iPod mini play time may temporarily shorten in low-temperature conditions.
LL2596_border.book Page 60 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Do Not Make Repairs Yourself Warning Do not attempt to open your iPod mini or power adapter, disassemble it, or remove the battery. You run the risk of electric shock and voiding the limited warranty. No user-serviceable parts are inside. For service, see “Learning More, Service, and Support” on page 54. Cleaning Follow these general rules when cleaning the outside of your iPod mini and its components: • Make sure your iPod mini is unplugged.
LL2596_border.book Page 61 Monday, April 26, 2004 4:09 PM Communications Regulation Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. See instructions if interference to radio or television reception is suspected.
LL2596_border.book Page 62 Wednesday, April 28, 2004 3:30 PM Important: Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Apple Computer, Inc. could void the EMC compliance and negate your authority to operate the product. This product was tested for EMC compliance under conditions that included the use of Apple peripheral devices and Apple shielded cables and connectors between system components.
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