iPods:
-iPod Shuffle
-iPod Nano
-iPod Classic
-iPod Touch

Sections
Section A: iPod Questions & Answers
Section B: Frequently Asked Questions
Section C: How to-
Section D: iPod Software and Hardware Problems


Section A: iPod Questions & Answers
rules:
Do's:
~Post any problems, inquiries, or questions on maintenance, prices, software, hardware, iPod equipment...etc. Can be 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, 6G(?)
~You can choose to ASK a question or ANSWER a previous question (please use 'quote').
~Phrase your question clearly and properly. Make sure people understand your question.
~Answer clearly. Otherwise people have to waste time asking again.

Don'ts:
~Do not post crap/useless information.
~Do not spam.
~Do not ask questions that can be found in Google BY YOURSELF in this thread. Search the thread for answers with the 'Enter Keywords' function before posting a question. There may already be an answer.
~Do not ask questions about MACs


give your question following the recommended question template:


This post has been edited by bryanyeo: Apr 7 2009, 07:48 PM

Section B: iPod Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is iPod compatible with my computer?


2. How do I tell which iPod I have?


3. How to transfer songs to my iPod?


4. Can I update more than one iPod with my computer?

5. Can I use iPod while running, or doing other activities? Will my music skip?


6. What if my music collection exceeds the storage capacity of iPod?


7. Can I connect iPod to my home stereo?


8. Can iPod charge while my computer is asleep?


9. Can I replace the iPod’s battery myself?


10. How to delete application/games?


11. Transferring Video Files To The iPod



12. Transfering your applications to a new Computer




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This post has been edited by davidgary73: May 26 2009, 12:40 AM

Section C: How To???

1. How do I add contacts and notes to my iPod?
iTunes can automatically transfer contacts stored in Address Book to your iPod. To enable syncing of Address Book contacts:

1. Open iTunes and connect your iPod to your computer.
2. Select the iPod icon in the Source pane of iTunes.
3. Click the Contacts tab.
4. Select the "Sync Address Book contacts" checkbox.

iPod is also compatible with popular applications such as Microsoft Entourage, Microsoft Outlook, and Palm Desktop.4 Simply export your contacts as vCards into your iPod, and you can access names, phone numbers, and addresses on the go.

2. How do I update my calendar on my iPod?
iTunes can automatically transfer calendar data stored in iCal to your iPod. To enable syncing of your iCal calendars:

1. Open iTunes and connect your iPod to your computer.
2. Select the iPod icon in the source pane of iTunes.
3. Click the Contacts tab.
4. Enable the "Sync iCal calendars" checkbox.

iPod also supports industry-standard iCalendar and vCalendar files, which can be exported by many applications including Microsoft Entourage, Microsoft Outlook, and Palm Desktop. iCal also works with the iPod calendar. Simply drag your iCalendar or vCalendar files to your iPod, and you can access your calendar even when you are away from your computer.

3. How to clean iPod
To clean iPod, unplug all cables and cords and set the Hold switch to Hold. Then use a soft, damp, lint-free cloth. Avoid getting moisture in openings.

Don't use aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol, or abrasives to clean iPod.

4. What to do when my ipod is frozen?
Make sure it is not locked.
Hold centre button and menu button for 8 seconds.

For ipod touch and iphone:
hold home button and on/off button for 8 seconds.

5. [b]How to Jailbreak iPod Touch?
http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/923521

This post has been edited by bryanyeo: Apr 7 2009, 06:04 PM

Section D: Hardware & Software Problem

If you facing software problems with your ipod, connect to iTunes and restore it.
Many will ask, 'My songs all GONE!!!'
Just sync it back lar


If you have hardware problems with your iPod, for example cracked screen, wanna change battery etc,
these people are doing repair service:
subaru
sonnettech-asia

For online help:
iFixit

This post has been edited by bryanyeo: Apr 6 2009, 08:55 PM

Awesome thread bro'. Would be much easier for iPod owners to receive feedback and support on their units. Nice work [b]bryanyeo[/]

Can I replace the iPod’s battery myself?
Apple offers it’s own Battery Service. Apple will replace the battery for you and offers a 90-day guarantee on materials and workmanship.


Yes this things make me feel so grate even my ipod out of warranty i still can get the services??

Which iPod : Ipod Mini
iPod Generation : 2
iTunes Version : Latest
Computer Platform : XP
Problem Encountered : Ehh.. my question is more of a technical question. If this thread allows me to ask, if not i delete my post =P. My question would be a noob question. For a technical person, i totally do not understand the steps to install podzilla for ipod mini. Yes im using the ancient ipod. Cost me 1k last time, sayang la if i throw it away. And im too cheap to buy itouch.. i just want music..

So back to my point, how to install podzilla on ipod mini. The website is so complicated and when i search for podzilla in the net, it gives me outdated links where i cannot download the working file. Help? =) thanks

Yes, it is Out-Of-Warranty Service, but not for Malaysia yet if i'm not mistaken. correct me if i'm wrong.



Try this: http://reidburke.com/2005/08/17/ipodlinux-on-2g-ipod-mini/

Dear iheads, Pls kindly help me.

Which iPod : 20G white, thick, no color, sliver back.
iPod Generation : quite old, white color
Current Firmware(if u know) : dunno
iTunes Version : dunno
Computer Platform : Msoft then OSX
Problem Encountered : Cant reset, so it cant use in my mac
Steps Had Taken (list down) : Trying to reset but failed. I think it need to plug into the old PC again. but old PC gone.
Problem Screenshot (if any) : always display do not remove / data reading
Other Info / Remark : It was used in my office with downloaded itunes on Msoft, then now all the songs are gone.
always display Do Not Remove with a stop sign, plug into Mac can read, always say reading for hours.
What problem is this ?
Kindly advise how to reset & relive it again.

Thanks in advance.

Hi ^^V

I just receive my ipod touch this evening. I'm planning to jailbreak my ipod but i'm kinda lost reading the jailbreaking thread. I also planning to apply a protective cover to my ipod as well as to find a good pouch or 'outer' casing for it. So, my question is:
1>can anybody list to me the sequence to jailbreak my ipod touch?where to download and etc..or maybe anybody know the place at JB to get the job done
2>any suggestion on where to get a good protective layer for my ipod.i want to get a screen protector that can make all the fingerprints dissapear after touching it but dunno it exist or not..

Thanks

Firstly, is your iPod Touch the 1st gen one or the 2nd gen one?

Go to the jailbreaking thread started by bryanyeo, and download the jailbreaking GUI program for your iPod generation.

For instance, if your iPod Touch is the 2nd gen one, then you can download either QuickFreedom or Redtool if you're on a Windows machine, and if you have a Mac machine, you can get Untetherizer which is a good GUI program for Mac.

Once you've downloaded them, follow the onscreen instructions, and you would be good to go. If you need any help, just ask at the jailbreaking thread. Cool mate?

Yes, anti-glare screen protector. I recommend IS and BG

I got mine anti fingerprint matte surface screen protector for ipod touch 2g at ikano power center. its a computer shop selling mac accesories opposite Aussino and Harvey Norman.

Hope this help.

Hi.

Thanks to Playboy21, bryanyeo, and macaulai for clearing some part of my confusion. My Ipod is 2nd Gen. I'm downloading the thing now. Hopefully nothing goes wrong. Thanks guys

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Added on April 11, 2009, 9:44 pmHi. Its me again hehe

I planned to apply Zagg InvisibleShield to my ipod touch. But I'm not confident enough to do it myself. Anybody here have experience applying it to your ipod touch? Can share some experience or tips? Was it easy or not?

Thanks..

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I manage to jailbreak my ipod d hehe ^^V

This post has been edited by dynames07: Apr 11 2009, 09:44 PM

Hi, do u guys know any software that can rename yr songs, add lyrics, insert album art easily rather than doing it 1by1 on itunes ??

i'll tag along, if i sync the apps with my imac, can i somehow transfer the ones in my ipod to my mac? i'm just afraid that syncing apps will delete the ones in my ipod which would really eat my time redownloading

Which iPod :ipod touch
iPod Generation :2nd gen
Current Firmware(if u know) :newest firmware
iTunes Version :newest version
Computer Platform :M$ vista
Problem Encountered :Posix error. Operation timed out. Happened when i tried to download apps/games from cydia. Found a couple of tips to fix this thing but nothing work. Seems there's a couple of user in lowyat encounter this problem too.
Steps Had Taken (list down) :1 Jailbreak it again but same old posix error appeared.
Problem Screenshot (if any) :null
Other Info / Remark :null

getlyrical for lyrics (MacOSX)
signup itune account, automatically find cover.

I dunno whether you're the one that I provide with the solution back in few days ago but you may to this method. Make sure when you're dling certain app from cydia, don't let the screen turn off, meaning you hv to touch the screen every let say 15 secs until the download is completed.

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Added on April 14, 2009, 2:23 am

Boss, can you rephrase ur sentence because I don't quite get what you mean Thxs

This post has been edited by chingwooi: Apr 14 2009, 02:23 AM

just set the screen saver to off.. Easier coz if you are dl'ing a huge app its gonna be troublesome..