Section 'A' : iPod Touch StartKit Guide:



What To Do After Purchasing The iPod Touch?

1. Read The Manual!
Download iPod Manual: http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/iPod_t..._User_Guide.pdf


2. Set Up An iTunes Account. How?
A: Regardless of whether you are on the Mac or PC, you should have the latest version of iTunes installed ( http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/ ). You will need this program to activate your iPhone and to set up your iTunes Account so that you can buy/download more games/applications/songs/videos/etc which you can add to your iPod.

Although it is possible to set up a Malaysian iTunes Account, it is highly recommended that you open a US iTunes Account instead. The US iTunes Store has no limits to what content you can access compared to other localised versions of the store.

Q: Can i have few iTunes account and sign up for free?
A: Yes you can as many as you like. We recommend that you setup a M'sia and a US iTunes account. You can switch/login different iTunes account via Settings > Store in your iPod or sign in with your desktop/laptop computer but only one account at a time.

Q: How to sign up?
A: Download the PDF guide from one of the following links to find out how to open a US iTunes Account for free: (credit: friends)
( Download Link 1 )
( Download Link 2 )
( Download Link 3 [ English and Chinese ] )

Q: Can i make purchase in US iTunes account with M'sia CC?
A: You will not be able to make purchases from the US iTunes Store with a Malaysian credit card. The solution to this is to get the iTunes Gift Cards which you can use to redeem for store credit. You can buy these gift cards locally by looking for sellers in the Garage Sales section. (To redeem: iTunes Program>iTunes Store>Quick Links>Redeem)

Q: Can i use M'sia CC to purchase Applications?
A: Yes you can and only valid for M'sia AppStore.

Q: M'sia AppStore sells in Ringgit or US currency? Any handling fee for international transactions using M'sia CC?
A: All transaction will be done in US currency and your respective CC provider/bank will impose a 1% charge on top of that amount paid.

Application price: $0.99 = around RM3.70
Total amount paid with 1% transaction fee using M'sia CC = RM3.74

* For more enquiries, please refer to this thread: http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/998251

Q: Do i have pay for my applications again after i upgrade or restore my iPod?
A: Do not worry about having to pay again for applications already purchased from the iTunes Store as purchases made are a one off process (lifetime). If your application does not show under the iTunes Library (or does not appear after a sync) for any reason after firmware upgrades, simply reselect your application from the AppStore, click buy, type in your password and it will re-download for free.


3. Transfering your applications to a new Computer
A1: Option 1. You get to re-download all the purchased app from iTunes for free if you happen to move to a new computer or lost all your previous data. iTunes/iPod/iPhone will prompt you that you already purchased the app, and do you want to re-download it for free. (credit wei)
A2: Option 2. From Mac or PC, copy the entire "Mobile Applications" folder into an external storage device, an external HDD or a thumb drive. Plug that external storage device into your Mac or PC, and open the folder. Leave that Finder window open, and run iTunes. Sign in into your iTunes account. Then drag-and-drop ONE app, from that "Mobile Applications" folder on that external storage device, into your Mac or PC iTunes. It should copy over into your Mac or PC iTunes library, which answers that question of yours whether it recognizes your PC or PC iTunes file format or not. Then try and sync your iPod Touch to it. If it installs the app over, then it works. Drag-and-drop all the other apps from that external storage device, to your iTunes on your new Mac or PC, and sync your iPod Touch/iPhone to get all the apps back into it. (credit stringfellow)


4. Copying iTunes Store purchases from your iPod to a computer
Copying iTunes Store purchases from your iPod or to a computer :
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1420
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1848


*Please let me know if there's any typo or mistakes in this guide. Also, if you do have any infos to provide, please drop me a pm and i'll will put it in this thread.

Cheers

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Section 'B' : Customise Your iPod:

This section will share with you the most common general tweaks that Malaysian iPod users uses.


1. Transferring Video Files To The iPod
Q: How and what software to use?
A: Please refer to this thread: Your One Stop iTunes Troubleshooting Centre


2. Transferring Songs To iPod and Transfering Pictures
Q: How to transfer mp3's and pictures to my iPod?
A: Please refer to this thread: Your One Stop iTunes Troubleshooting Centre


3. International Keyboard
Q: How to enable different languages in the iPhone?
A: Your iPhone provides keyboards in multiple languages such as Chinese Handwriting, Japanese etc. You can change the language for your keyboard or make two or more keyboards available at the same time:

1) On your iPhone, go to (Settings> General> International> Keyboards) and turn on the keyboards you want.
2) If more than one keyboard is turned on, simply tap on the icon on your keyboard to switch between the keyboards when you're typing. When you tap the symbol, the names of the newly active keyboard appears briefly.


4. Instant Messenger (iTunes AppStore)
Q: Any applications like MSN or Yahoo Messenger for iPod?
A: You can get this applications from iTunes AppStore for free or purchase.
1) Beejive (Purchase) (highly recommended)
2) Fring (Free)
3) Xumii (Free)
4) IM+ (Purchase)
5) Nimbuzz (Free)
6) Skype (Free)
7) Agile Messenger (Purchase)
8) Yahoo Messenger (Free)
9) eBuddy (Free)

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Section 'C' : Intermediary To Advanced Tweaks:

Before getting into the following, note that certain tweaks will require you to access and modify the internal files of your iPod. To do this, you will need an iPod directory browser which you can download a trail version of DiskAid ( get it here ) will be used to illustrate most of the points here as it is supported on both Mac and PC but you may opt to look for other directory browsers such as iFunBox (Windows Only).

Any of the following topics which are explicitly marked "JB" are tweaks which can only be done on jailbroken units.


1. FileManager | JB
Q: Does iPod have File Manager softwares?
A: Yes there is. This is only applicable for jailbreak iPod only. Some recommendation of File Managers below:

Mac
1) DiskAid 3.0 - Mac and Windows (USD 9.90) http://www.digidna.net/diskaid/
2) Cyberduck for SSH: http://cyberduck.ch/
3) PhoneView: http://ecamm.com/mac/phoneview/
4) Fugu: http://rsug.itd.umich.edu/software/fugu/fi...2.0-English.dmg

Windows
1) iPhoneBrowser - http://iphonebrowser.googlecode.com/files/...rowser.1.91.exe
2) i-funbox - http://i-funbox.com/download/ifunbox_en.zip
3) iPhone Tunnel Suite - http://iphone-tunnel-suite.software.informer.com/download/
Since the released of Firmware 3.0, the inability to connect to SSH using the USB cable with iPhone Tunnel Suite. To solve this issue, follow these simple steps:
1. Make sure you install OpenSSH via Cydia .
2. iTunes 8.2 installed.
3. Copy iTunesMobileDevice.dll from C:\Program Files\Common Files\Apple\Mobile Device Support\bin\. Make a backup copy before you do anything.
4. Now go to C:\Program Files\iPhone Tunnel Suite 2.7 BETA\iTunnel\ and paste the file "iTunesMobileDevice.dll".
5. Done. You're able to SSH using USB. [credit: ispazio]

Download: iPhone Tunnel Suite 2.7


2. SSH | JB
Q: What is SSH?
A: Read SSH FAQ

Q: How to SSH Into Your iPhone Using WinSCP (Windows)
A: Refer to this Link


3. Cydia | JB
Q: What is Cydia?
A: Cydia is a server like AppStore and it provides applications that's not on Apples AppStore for free/trial plus you can totally customize your iPod Touch with Winterboard, turning it into your own unique looking device. For more info, refer to this link.


4. Theming/Customising Your iPod With Winterboard | JB
Q: What is WinterBoard?
Winterboard is a software that allows you to customise the looks of your iPod from wallpaper, icons, adding weather widgets, change fonts etc. More info and instructions available here.

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Section 'D' : Troubleshooting Common Problems:

Information in this section is provided to equip you with solutions to common questions and other extra knowledge in order for you to self troubleshoot your iPod problems.

iPod Generation :
Current Firmware :
iTunes Version :
Computer Platform :
Jailbreaking software :
Problem Encountered :
Steps Had Taken (list down) :
Problem Screenshot (if any) :
Other Info / Remark :


1. iPod HARDWARE Service Provider
Q: I have hardware problems with my iPhone. Who to contact?
A: If you have hardware problems with your iPod from cracked screen, battery etc, refer to the hardware service providers below:
1. Subaru
2. Sonnettech-Asia

For online help:iFixit

Take note: *You're responsible towards your own decisions using any iPod Service Provider and hence LYN will not take responsibility towards any damages, fail functions etc occurs in the future. Your iPod, your call.


2. How to restore iPod as New?
Q: How to do it?
A: Download the firmware to your desktop/laptop. Firmware download link.
Launch iTunes. Hold Shift and click restore for Windows users and select the firmware. Hold Alt/Option button and click Restore for Mac users and select the firmware. iTunes will prompt you to either set the iPod as new or use your backup. Select iPod as New.


3. iPod Stuck At Boot Logo (credit: nokia2003)
Q: I'm stuck at Boot Logo. How to solve?
A: For those of you who have who accidentally click or did a "Reset All Settings" or "Erase All Content and Settings" or stuck at boot logo for a long peroid of time, please refer to the steps below to restore your iPhone: *Please download the firmware to your desktop before you proceed.

1. Make sure the iPod is not connected to the computer.
2. Close the iTunes application and re-open it again.
3. Plug the usb bit to the computer
4. Hold the "home" button of the iphone
5. Now plug the dock connector bit to your iphone (without letting go the home button)
6. Await for further instructions on the screen and then release the "home" button.
7. Hold shift and click restore for Windows users and select the firmware. Hold Alt/Option button and click Restore for Mac users and select the firmware.


4. DFU & Recovery Mode
Q: What is DFU?
A: (Device Firmware Upgrade) mode is a special mode that bypasses the operating system and lets you upgrade the device. When in DFU mode, the phone will have no display on the screen.

Q: How to get iPod to DFU mode?
A: Get the iPod into DFU mode by following the guide below. When in this mode the iPod screen is black.
1. Connect the iPod and your Mac/PC
2. Shut down iTunes
3. Hold Power/Sleep until the red slider shows up, slide to shut the iPod down. If this aint work hold Power/Sleep and Home until the iPod shuts down.
3. Hold Start/Sleep and Home for 10 seconds
4. Let go of Start/Sleep but keep holding Home until...
5. ... iTunes starts up and finds an iPod in restore/recovery mode. The iPod screen is black.
*Three other ways to DFU: http://sleepers.net/blank/dfu-mode/

Q: How to come out of DFU mode?
A: Kick the iPod out of DFU mode and make it reboot by following the guide below:
1. Hold Start/Sleep and Home until the Apple logo shows up on the iPhone screen. This may take up to 30-60 seconds.
2. Let go of both buttons, the iPhone will reboot.


Q: How to restore and get into recovery mode?
A: Get the iPod into simple restore/recovery mode by following the guide below. When in this mode on the iPod the iTunes logo and the USB cable is shown (Apple default), or "Steve" (Standard Pwnage) or your custom recovery logo.
1. Disconnect iPod from your PC/Mac if not done already.
2. Hold Power/Sleep until the red slider shows up, slide to shut the iPhone down. If this aint work hold Power/Sleep and Home until the iPod shuts down. Put it aside.
3. Start iTunes on your PC/Mac and make sure to have the latest version.
4. On the iPod press Home button and keep holding it while connecting the iPod to your PC/Mac.
5. iTunes will detect an iPod in recovery mode, the iPhone shown the recovery logo.
6. Select your firmware and restore.

Q: How to come out of restore/recovery mode?
A: Kick the iPod out of simple restore/recovery mode and make it reboot.
1. Connect iPod and your PC/Mac, quit iTunes.
2. Hold Start/Sleep and Home for 10 seconds
3. Let go of Home button but keep holding Start/Sleep until the Apple logo on the iPod screen shows up.
4. Let go of Start/Sleep, the iPod will boot


5. Force-Quit Program & Hard Reset
Q: How to Force Quit and Hard Reset?
A1: Force-Quit Program - press and hold the Home Button for 6-10 seconds to force quite a frozen application to quit.
A2: Hard Reset - When the phone is not rsponsive and halt. Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button and the home button simultaneously. When you see the Apple Logo, release both buttons.
For iPod 3.0, refer to this post.


6. How to transfer iPod tunes from iPod Touch to desktop?
Q: How to transfer my songs from iPod to my comp?
A: In the event of your comp crashed on you, formatted your harddrive, please use the following applications to import your iPod's content back to your desktop.

Windows
http://www.getsharepod.com/
http://www.ephpod.com/

Mac
http://www.fadingred.com/senuti/
http://www.digidna.net/tuneaid/


7. Why does the iPod get warm while using it?
Q: Is this normal?
A: Yes..When you're playing games or using applications, on Wifi or 3G, surfing the net, this uses the processor thus your iPod becomes warm. Same goes to your laptop or desktop.

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Section 'E' : Useful Links


1. Jailbreaking your 1G/2G iPod Touch:
iPod Touch 1G/2G JAILBREAK Thread: http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/923521


2. iPod Touch Recommended Games and Application:
iPod Touch Recommended Games and Application: http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/862590


3. iPod Help Thread:
http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/989488


4. Best iPhone Compatible Earpiece
Q: Any recommendation for iPod IEM (In Ear Monitors)?
A: There are numerous type/range of IEM and price ranges from Rm 50-2k above.

Price range of IEM: (credit to chingwooi)
RM50-RM100: Creative EP630(50), SoundMagic, Koss KC 75(clip-type), Yuin PK3,2
RM100-RM200 : Music valley SP1, CrossRoads Mylarone X3i , CrossRoads Bijou(180++) , Sennheiser CX300, Creative EP-830, Vsonic R02Pro , Shure SCl2(SE102) , UE Metro Fi , LEAR Le01
RM200-RM400: Klipsch Custom-1,CrossRoads Quattro(269), Monster Turbines(below 400), Sennheiser CX500, Altec Lansing IM716
Above RM400-Rm800: Atrio M5, Phonak audeo PFE, Westone UM1, Klipsch Custom-2, Etymotic Research ER4, Head-Direct’s RE1
Rm800-1k: Westone UM2, Klipsch Custom-3, Klipsch Image X10, Sleek Audio SA6
Rm1k above: Westone 3, Sennheiser IE8, AT CK100, UE triple Fi 10, Shure SE530
above Rm2k: Custom-made IEM

Discussion: Best 2G/3G iPhone Compatible Earpiece
Audiophile Headphones and IE: Link

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Common Asked Questions:

Firmware

1. What is Firmware and ipsw?
A: The firmware is the operating system installed on your iPod. All iPod firmware ends with ipsw extension. All firmware are upgradable for all iPods (jailbreak or non jailbreak).

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Jailbreak, Restore, DFU

1. What is Jailbreak?
A: Jailbreak, to open/hack the system so users can modify or access the filesystem and in another words, gaining read/write access to the devices.. This allows us to use 3rd Party software provided by two applicaiton servers. One is call Cydia and the other Icy. These two servers are like the AppStore but for free/trial and it provides apps that's not on Apples AppStore. The servers also offer packages which can totally customize your iPod Touch (Winterboard), turning it into your own unique looking device".

*This is an option if you wanna jailbreak or stick with the default iPod settings.

Q: Why jailbreak? Why jailbreak when you have an unlock iPod?
A1: http://thebigboss.org/why-jailbreak-iphone/
A2: Users choice.

Q: How to Jailbreak?
A:Redsn0w (Mac and Windows) by DevTeam are the applications made to jailbreak your iPod Touch.

Q: What is 3rd Party Applications?
A: 3rd party applications that are not from Apple AppStore which are made from iPhone developers which offers free downloads or via purchase thru Cydia 2 and Icy.


2. What is the meaning of Restore and Update in iTunes? (credit to frozzbyte)
A: iTunes provides two options to change the firmware on your iPod. Restore and Upgrade.
A1: Restore is a full erase and reprogramming of your device. This will result in a factory fresh device. All songs and contacts are wiped out.
A2: Update will only wipe out the smaller disk partition leaving all your songs and settings intact. Update is only useful if you are trying to go from one version to the next version of firmware. It will not solve any problems on your iPod unless they are naturally solved by the new firmware. I generally recommend using restore in all cases.


4. What is DFU Mode and Restore Mode?
A1: DFU (device firmware upgrade) mode is a special mode that bypasses the operating system and lets you upgrade the device. When in DFU mode, the iPod will have no display on the screen.
A2: Restore mode is more common. In this mode (iTunes Logo) you can also restore or upgrade your device, but it is not as drastic as DFU mode. Many restore problems can be solved by using DFU mode.

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Phone

1. What's the limit screen pages/applications on iPod on Firmware 2.2.1 and possible to create folders?
A: For Fw 2.2.1, you're limited to 9 pages and 148 applications installed. For non jailbreak iPod, you can't create folders. In order to have more applications installed, your iPod needs to be jailbroken and use Categories(to place apps/games in proper folders) which will enable more applications/games to be installed.
*iPod 3.0 can accomadate more applications. Refer to this link: http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1061070


2. Can iPod surf Java/Flash enabled sites?
A: NO..iPod does not support Flash and Java. iPod only supports normal html sites.

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