iPod shuffle Features Guide
2 Contents Chapter 1 3 4 4 5 6 7 iPod shuffle Basics iPod shuffle at a Glance Using the iPod shuffle Controls Connecting and Disconnecting iPod shuffle Charging the Battery Status Lights Chapter 2 9 9 10 12 13 16 Loading and Playing Music About iTunes Importing Music into Your iTunes Library Organizing Your Music Loading Music onto iPod shuffle Playing Music Chapter 3 19 19 Storing Files on iPod shuffle Using iPod shuffle as an External Disk Chapter 4 21 21 22 22 22 iPod shuffle Accessories
1 iPod shuffle Basics 1 Congratulations on purchasing iPod shuffle. Read this chapter to learn about the features of iPod shuffle, how to use its controls, and more. To use iPod shuffle, you put songs and other audio files on your computer and then load them onto iPod shuffle. Use iPod shuffle to:  Load songs for listening on the go  Listen to podcasts, downloadable radio-style shows delivered over the Internet  Listen to audiobooks purchased from the iTunes Store or audible.
iPod shuffle at a Glance Headphones port Top status light Play/Pause Volume Up Previous/Rewind Next/Fast-forward Volume Down Power switch OFF Bottom status light Shuffle switch Using the iPod shuffle Controls The simple controls make it easy to play songs, audiobooks, and podcasts on iPod shuffle. 4 To Do this Turn iPod shuffle on or off Slide the power switch (green indicates iPod shuffle is on). Play Press Play/Pause (’).
Connecting and Disconnecting iPod shuffle Connect iPod shuffle to your computer to load songs and other audio files, and to charge the battery. Disconnect iPod shuffle when you’re done. Connecting iPod shuffle To connect iPod shuffle to your computer: m Plug the included iPod shuffle Dock into a USB port on your computer. Then put iPod shuffle in the Dock. Note: Connect the Dock to a high-power USB port to charge the battery. A USB 2.0 port is recommended. Do not use the USB port on your keyboard.
To eject iPod shuffle: m In iTunes, click the Eject (C) button next to iPod shuffle in the Source pane. If you’re using a Mac, you can also eject iPod shuffle by dragging the iPod shuffle icon on the desktop to the Trash. If you’re using a Windows PC, you can also eject iPod shuffle by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Windows system tray and selecting iPod shuffle. To disconnect iPod shuffle: m Remove iPod shuffle from the dock.
To charge the battery using an iPod USB Power Adapter: 1 Connect the AC plug adapter to the power adapter (they might already be connected). 2 Plug the USB connector of the iPod shuffle Dock into the power adapter. 3 Plug the power adapter into a working electrical outlet. 4 Put iPod shuffle in the dock. AC plug adapter iPod shuffle Dock cable iPod USB Power Adapter WARNING: Read all safety instructions about using the iPod USB Power Adapter on page 28 before use.
Turning on or disconnecting green Good charge (30% – 100%) orange Low charge (10% – 30%) red Very low charge (< 10%) no light No charge alternating green and two orange (10 seconds) ERROR: iPod shuffle must be restored Connected orange (continuous) Charging green (continuous) Fully charged blinking orange (continuous) Do not disconnect (iTunes is syncing, or iPod shuffle is enabled for disk use) Pressing buttons green Play (’) green (1 minute) Pause (’) Pressing and holding: green, then
2 Loading and Playing Music 2 With iPod shuffle, you can take your music collection with you wherever you go. Read this chapter to learn about loading music and listening to iPod shuffle. You use iPod shuffle by importing songs, audiobooks, and podcasts (radio-style audio shows) to your computer and then loading them onto iPod shuffle.
Importing Music into Your iTunes Library To listen to music on iPod shuffle, you first need to get that music into your iTunes library on your computer. There are three ways to get music into your iTunes library: Â Buy music and audiobooks or download podcasts online from the iTunes Store. Â Import music from audio CDs. Â Add music and other audio that’s already on your computer.
 To narrow your search, type something in the Search iTunes Store field, press Return or Enter on your keyboard, and then click items in the Search Bar. For example, to narrow your search to song titles and albums, click MUSIC.  To search for a combination of items, click Power Search in the iTunes Store window.  To return to the main page of the iTunes Store, click the Home button in the top-left corner of the main iTunes Store window.
2 Click to remove the checkmark next to any song you don’t want to import from the CD. 3 Click the Import CD button. The display area at the top of the iTunes window shows how long it will take to import each song. By default, iTunes plays songs as they are imported. If you’re importing a lot of songs, you might want to stop the songs from playing to improve performance. 4 To eject the CD, click the Eject (C) button. 5 Repeat these steps for any other CDs with songs you want to import.
You can make as many playlists as you like using any of the songs in your iTunes library. Adding a song to a playlist or later removing it doesn’t remove it from your iTunes library. To make a playlist in iTunes: 1 Click the Add (∂) button or choose File > New Playlist. 2 Type a name for the playlist. 3 Click Music in the LIBRARY list, and then drag a song or other item to the playlist.
4 Choose the playlist you want to autofill from using the pop-up menu. To autofill music from your entire library, choose Music. 5 Select which of the following options you want: Choose items randomly: iTunes shuffles the order of songs as it loads them onto iPod shuffle. If this option is not selected, iTunes downloads songs in the order they appear in your library or selected playlist. Choose higher rated items more often: iTunes autofills the songs you listen to most.
Arranging the Order of Songs on iPod shuffle Once songs are loaded onto iPod shuffle, you can arrange the order of the songs in the same way you can with any playlist in iTunes. To arrange the order of songs on iPod shuffle: 1 Connect iPod shuffle to your computer. 2 In iTunes, select iPod shuffle in the Source pane. 3 Click the Contents tab. 4 Click the blank header above the first column to arrange the songs by number. 5 Drag the songs to the order you want.
3 Select a song or other item on iPod shuffle and press the Delete or Backspace key on your keyboard. Manually removing a song or other item from iPod shuffle does not delete the song from your iTunes library. Playing Music After you load iPod shuffle with music and other audio, you can listen to it. To listen to the songs and other items on iPod shuffle: 1 Plug the earphones into iPod shuffle and place the earbuds in your ears. 2 Press Play/Pause (’).
To set iTunes to play songs at the same sound level: 1 In iTunes, choose iTunes > Preferences if you are using a Mac, or choose Edit > Preferences if you are using a Windows PC. 2 Click Playback and select Sound Check. To set iPod shuffle to use the iTunes volume settings: 1 Connect iPod shuffle to your computer. 2 In iTunes, select iPod shuffle in the Source pane. 3 Click the Settings tab. 4 Select Enable Sound Check. 5 Click Apply.
To remove the volume limit: 1 Connect iPod shuffle to your computer. 2 In iTunes, select iPod shuffle in the Source pane. 3 Click the Settings tab. 4 Deselect “Limit maximum volume.” Enter the password, if required. Note: If you forget the password, you can restore iPod shuffle. See “Updating and Restoring iPod shuffle Software” on page 26 for more information.
3 Storing Files on iPod shuffle 3 Use iPod shuffle to carry your data as well as your music. Read this chapter to find out how to use iPod shuffle as an external disk. Using iPod shuffle as an External Disk You can use iPod shuffle as an external disk to store data files. Note: To load iPod shuffle with music and other audio that you want to listen to, you must use iTunes. You cannot play audio files that you copy to iPod shuffle using the Macintosh Finder or Windows Explorer.
To transfer files between computers: 1 After enabling disk use on iPod shuffle, connect it to the computer you want to get files from. Important: When you connect iPod shuffle to a different computer (or different user account on your computer), a message asks if you want to erase iPod shuffle and sync with the new iTunes library there. Click Cancel if you don’t want to delete the current music content on iPod shuffle.
4 iPod shuffle Accessories 4 iPod shuffle comes with earphones and an iPod shuffle Dock. Learn about your Apple earphones, the iPod shuffle Dock, and other accessories available for iPod shuffle. Apple Earphones iPod shuffle comes with a pair of high-quality earphones. To use the earphones: m Plug the earphones into the Headphones port. Then place the earbuds in your ears as shown. The earphones cord is adjustable.
iPod shuffle Dock iPod shuffle comes with an iPod shuffle (2nd Generation) Dock, which you use to connect iPod shuffle to your computer and other USB devices. See “Connecting and Disconnecting iPod shuffle” on page 5. iPod USB Power Adapter The iPod USB Power Adapter is an optional accessory that allows you to charge iPod shuffle when you’re away from your computer. Available Accessories To purchase iPod shuffle accessories, go to www.apple.com/ipodstore.
5 Tips and Troubleshooting 5 Most problems with iPod shuffle can be solved quickly by following the advice in this chapter. The 5 Rs: Reset, Retry, Restart, Reinstall, Restore Remember these five basic suggestions if you have a problem with iPod shuffle. Try these steps one at a time until the problem is resolved. If one of the following doesn’t help, read on for solutions to specific problems. Â Reset iPod shuffle by turning it off, waiting five seconds, and then turning it back on again.
If iPod shuffle isn’t playing music  Make sure the earphone or headphone connector is pushed in all the way.  Make sure the volume is adjusted properly. A volume limit might be set. See “Setting a Volume Limit” on page 17.  iPod shuffle might be paused. Try pressing Play/Pause (’). If you connect iPod shuffle to your computer and nothing happens  Connect iPod shuffle to a high-power USB port on your computer. iPod shuffle may need to be recharged.
A song encoded using Apple Lossless format has full CD-quality sound, but takes up only about half as much space as a song encoded using AIFF or WAV format. The same song encoded in AAC or MP3 format takes up even less space. When you import music from a CD using iTunes, it is converted to AAC format by default. You can have iPod shuffle automatically convert files encoded at higher bit rates (such as Apple Lossless) to 128 kbps AAC files as they are loaded onto iPod shuffle.
If you want to use iPod shuffle with a Mac and a Windows PC Whenever you sync iPod shuffle with a different iTunes library, you must erase the music already on iPod shuffle, regardless of the operating system. When you connect iPod shuffle to a different computer or user account, a message asks if you want to erase iPod shuffle and sync to the new iTunes library.
6 Safety and Handling 6 This chapter contains important safety and handling information for iPod shuffle. ± Read all safety information below and operating instructions before using iPod shuffle to avoid injury. Keep this features guide for your iPod shuffle handy for future reference. Important Safety Information WARNING: Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other injury or damage.
Using the iPod USB Power Adapter (available separately) If you use the iPod USB Power Adapter (sold separately at www.apple.com/ipodstore) to charge iPod shuffle, make sure that the power adapter is fully assembled before you plug it into a power outlet. Then insert the iPod USB Power Adapter firmly into the power outlet. Do not connect or disconnect the iPod USB Power Adapter with wet hands. Do not use any power adapter other than the Apple iPod USB Power Adapter to charge your iPod shuffle.
Important Handling Information NOTICE: Failure to follow these handling instructions could result in damage to iPod shuffle or other property. Carrying iPod shuffle iPod shuffle contains sensitive components. Do not bend, drop, or crush iPod shuffle. Using connectors and ports Never force a connector into a port. Check for obstructions on the port. If the connector and port don’t join with reasonable ease, they probably don’t match.
7 Learning More, Service, and Support 7 You can find more information about using iPod shuffle in onscreen help and on the web. The following table describes where to get iPod-related software and service information. 30 To learn about Do this Service and support, discussions, tutorials, and Apple software downloads Go to: www.apple.com/support/ipodshuffle Using iTunes Open iTunes and choose Help > iTunes Help. For an online iTunes tutorial (available in some areas only), go to: www.apple.
Regulatory Compliance 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.
Russia European Community Complies with European Directives 2006/95/EEC and 89/336/EEC. Disposal and Recycling Information Your iPod contains a battery. Dispose of your iPod according to your local environmental laws and guidelines. For information about Apple’s recycling program, go to: www.apple.com/environment Deutschland: Dieses Gerät enthält Batterien. Bitte nicht in den Hausmüll werfen. Entsorgen Sie dieses Gerätes am Ende seines Lebenszyklus entsprechend der maßgeblichen gesetzlichen Regelungen.
A AAC, converting songs to 15 albums, purchasing 11 Apple earphones 21 arranging the order of tracks 15 audiobooks listening to 16 purchasing 11 audiobooks, loading 14 audio file formats 24 autofilling 14 B battery charge status 6 charging 6, 23 rechargeable 7 replacement information 27 status 7 bit rate 15 browsing iTunes Store 10 buttons 4 disabling and enabling 4, 18 C CDs, importing into iTunes 11 charging the battery about 6, 23 using the iPod USB Power Adapter 7 using your computer 6 compressing son
high-power USB port 5, 6, 23, 24, 25 I importing CDs into iTunes 11 iPod USB Power Adapter 6, 22, 28 iTunes ejecting iPod shuffle 6 getting help 30 importing CDs 11 iTunes Store 10 setting not to open automatically 20 version required 25 iTunes Library, adding songs 12 iTunes Store browsing 10 downloading podcasts 11 purchasing audiobooks 11 purchasing songs and albums 11 searching 10 signing in 10 R library, adding songs 12 listening to an audiobook 16 loading audiobooks 14 loading music 13 disconnectin
playing at relative volume 16 playing in order 4 playing next or previous 4 purchasing 11 removing 15 replaying 4 reshuffling 16 returning to first 16 rewinding 4 shuffling 4, 16 skipping to the next 4 Sound Check, enabling 17 status lights 4, 7 battery 6, 7 storing, data files on iPod shuffle 19 subscribing to podcasts 11 supported audio file formats 24 supported operating systems 25 switches power 4 shuffle 4 iPod shuffle not responding 23 resetting iPod shuffle 4, 23 safety considerations 27 updating an
