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border.book Page 3 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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 (currently available only in the United States) to purchase songs and download them to your computer.
border.book Page 4 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM iPod mini Features iPod mini is a music player and much more.
border.book Page 5 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM What You Need to Get Started To use iPod mini with a Macintosh, you must have the following: • 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 v10.2.8 or later (Mac OS X v10.2.8 is recommended). • iTunes 4.2 (included on the iPod mini CD) or later To be sure you have the latest version of iTunes, go to www.apple.com/itunes. • iSync 1.1 and iCal 1.0.
border.book Page 6 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM To use iPod mini with a Windows PC, you must have the following: • A Windows PC with 300 MHz or higher processor speed • Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4 or later, or Windows XP Home or Professional • iTunes 4.2 (included on the iPod mini CD) or later • Built-in 6-pin FireWire port or a FireWire card installed, or a built-in high-power USB 2.0 port or a high-power USB 2.0 card installed USB 2.
border.book Page 7 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 8 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 9 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM Step 2: Install the Software Insert the iPod mini CD into your computer and install the iPod mini and iTunes 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.
border.book Page 10 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 11 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 12 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM If your Windows PC doesn’t have a FireWire port or a USB 2.0 port, you can purchase a FireWire card or USB 2.0 card, and install it. For more information on cables and compatible FireWire and USB cards, go to www.apple.com/ipod. Step 5: Play Music When the song transfer is complete, disconnect iPod mini from your computer. Use the Click Wheel and Select button to browse for a song.
border.book Page 13 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM To Learn More Read the next chapter to learn more about using the Click Wheel and the other iPod mini controls, transferring music to and managing music on iPod mini, using other features of iPod mini, charging the battery, and using iPod accessories.
border.book Page 14 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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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border.book Page 16 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM iPod mini Controls 16 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 iPod mini on Press the Select button. Turn iPod mini off Press and hold Play/Pause. Turn the backlight on or off Press and hold Menu or select Backlight from the main menu.
border.book Page 17 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM iPod mini Controls 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. Fast-forward Press and hold Next/Fast-forward. Rewind Press and hold Previous/Rewind.
border.book Page 18 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 19 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 20 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 21 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM Disconnecting iPod mini If you set iPod mini to transfer songs manually (see page 26) or enable iPod mini for use as a hard disk (see page 32), you must eject iPod mini before disconnecting it. If it is 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.
border.book Page 22 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM If it is OK to disconnect iPod mini from your computer, this screen appears: Or, a large battery icon appears: Organizing and Transferring Your Music For instructions for getting started playing music on iPod mini, see “Setting Up iPod mini to Play Music” on page 8. Read on for more information about organizing and transferring your music.
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border.book Page 24 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM Audio File Formats Supported by iPod mini • • • • • • AAC (M4A, M4B, M4P) (up to 320 KB/s) MP3 (up to 320 KB/s) MP3 Variable Bit Rate (VBR) WAV AA (Audible spoken word) AIFF (Macintosh only) A song encoded in AIFF or WAV format takes up more space than the same song encoded in AAC or MP3 format. When you import music from a CD using iTunes, it is converted to AAC format by default. iPod mini does not support MPEG Layer 1 or MPEG Layer 2 audio files.
border.book Page 25 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM About Smart Playlists Using iTunes, you can automatically create customized Smart Playlists from the songs in your library. You can create a Smart Playlist that includes only certain genres of music, songs by certain artists, or songs that match particular criteria. For example, you could create a playlist that’s no more than 3 gigabytes (GB) in size and includes only songs you have rated 3 stars or higher (see “Rating Songs” on page 19).
border.book Page 26 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM To update iPod mini with only certain songs: 1 In iTunes, check the boxes next to songs you want to transfer (by default, all songs are checked). 2 Select iPod mini in the Source list and click the Options button. Options button 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.
border.book Page 27 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM To set iPod mini to transfer songs manually: 1 In iTunes, select iPod mini in the Source list and click the Options button. Options button 2 Select “Manually manage songs and playlists.” 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.
border.book Page 28 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM To create a new playlist on iPod mini: 1 Select iPod mini in the iTunes Source list and click the Add (+) button. 2 Drag songs to the new playlist. n To modify a playlist on iPod mini: Drag a song to a playlist on iPod mini to add the song. Select a song in a playlist and press the Delete key on your keyboard to delete the song.
border.book Page 29 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM iPod mini repeats or shuffles songs within the list (album or playlist, for example) from which the first song was selected. n To set iPod mini to repeat songs: Select Settings from the iPod mini main menu. • To repeat all songs in the list, set Repeat to All. • To repeat one song over and over, set Repeat to One. 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.
border.book Page 30 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM n To set iPod mini to use the iTunes volume settings: Select Settings > Sound Check. If you have not activated Sound Check in iTunes, setting it on iPod mini has no effect. Using the iPod mini Equalizer You can use equalizer presets to change iPod mini sound to suit a particular music genre or style. For example, to make rock music sound better, set the equalizer to Rock. n Select Settings > EQ and select an equalizer preset.
border.book Page 31 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM Adding or Removing Items From the Main Menu You can add often-used items to the iPod mini main menu. For example, you can add a “Songs” item to the main menu, so you don’t have to select Browse before you select Songs. n To add or remove items from the main menu: Select Settings > Main Menu. Setting and Viewing Date and Time n n n To set the date and time: Select Settings > Date & Time. To view the date and time: Select Extras > Clock.
border.book Page 32 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM 3 Select the last menu item (Reset All Settings). 4 Select the second menu item (Reset) and select a language. Other iPod mini settings, such as song repeat, are also reset. Note: If you have added or removed items from your main menu (see page 31), the Settings menu may be in a different place. 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.
border.book Page 33 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM Note: To transfer songs to iPod mini for playing, 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.
border.book Page 34 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM Setting the Alarm You can use iPod mini as an alarm clock. To set an alarm: 1 Select Extras > Clock > Alarm Clock. 2 Set Alarm to On. 3 Select a sound. If you select Beep, the alarm will be audible through the internal speaker. If you select a playlist, you’ll need to connect iPod mini to speakers or headphones to hear the alarm.
border.book Page 35 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM Note: iSync transfers information from your computer to your iPod mini. You can’t use iSync to transfer information from your iPod mini to your computer. If you are using Windows, or you don’t want to import using iSync, you can transfer information to iPod mini manually. iPod mini must be enabled as a hard disk (see “Using iPod mini as an External Hard Disk” on page 32).
border.book Page 36 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM n n n To view contacts on iPod mini: Select Extras > Contacts. To view calendar events: Select Extras > Calendar. To view to-do lists: Select Extras > Calendar > To Do. Storing and Reading Notes and Other Information You can store and read text notes on iPod mini. iPod mini must be enabled as a hard disk (see page 32). To store notes on iPod mini: 1 Save a document in any word-processing application as a text (.txt) file.
border.book Page 37 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM 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. Warning Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time can damage your hearing.
border.book Page 38 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 39 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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: 1 Place iPod mini in the Dock. 2 Connect the speakers or stereo to the Dock Line Out port. Dock connector Line Out port 3 Use the iPod mini controls to play a song.
border.book Page 40 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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 or another piece of clothing. Snap the iPod mini into the belt clip. 40 Using iPod mini Do not slide the iPod mini into the belt clip.
border.book Page 41 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM iPod Remote (Available Separately) With the iPod Remote, you can control iPod mini while it is 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.
border.book Page 42 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM Available Accessories To purchase iPod mini accessories, go to www.apple.com/store.
border.book Page 43 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM You can charge the iPod mini battery in two ways: • If you have a Mac, you can charge iPod mini by connecting it to your computer. If you have a Windows PC with a 6-pin FireWire port or a high-power USB 2.0 port, in most cases you can charge iPod mini by connecting it to your computer. • You can also charge iPod mini by connecting it to the power adapter and a working electrical outlet.
border.book Page 44 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM To charge the iPod mini 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.
border.book Page 45 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 46 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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).
border.book Page 47 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM • If you are 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 mini software. To download the latest version of iPod mini software, go to www.apple.com/ipod.
border.book Page 48 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 49 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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. • If that doesn’t work, restart your computer. • If that doesn’t work, you may need to restore iPod mini software. To download the latest version of iPod mini software, go to www.apple.com/ipod. • For more information, go to the iPod support site at www.apple.com/support/ipod.
border.book Page 50 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM • If you’re connecting iPod mini to a Windows PC using a USB 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.
border.book Page 51 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM 1 Learning More, Service, and Support There is more information about using iPod mini on your hard disk, 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. Online Resources For the latest information on iPod mini, go to www.apple.com/ipod.
border.book Page 52 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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. iPod mini User’s Guide This booklet is also included as a file on the iPod mini CD.
border.book Page 53 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 54 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 55 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 56 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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). • iPod mini battery life may shorten in low-temperature conditions. • When you are using your iPod mini or charging the battery, it is normal for the bottom of the case to get warm.
border.book Page 57 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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 51. Cleaning Follow these general rules when cleaning the outside of your iPod mini and its components: • Make sure your iPod mini is unplugged.
border.book Page 58 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 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.
border.book Page 59 Tuesday, February 3, 2004 6:01 PM 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. It is important that you use Apple peripheral devices and shielded cables and connectors between system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios, television sets, and other electronic devices.
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