Use an iPod Nano

Apple's iPod is a staple in the ever-growing world of portable music players, and the ever-changing iPod Nano is one of the world's most popular music players and is a good quality iPod. Although most nano are quite user friendly, they can be a bit fiddly at first sight.

Steps

  1. Buy an iPod nano. They come in different colors and styles. Here are the past and current models:
    • First Generation. This is the oldest and thickest iPod nano model, but can sync to a computer quite fast. It has 2GB of memory and comes in black or white.
    • Second Generation. Slimmer than the first generation by a little bit, it is more portable. It has a choice of 2GB and 4GB. Available in black, white, silver, pink, green and blue.
    • Third Generation. A new slimmer design and a bigger and brighter screen display. Can play videos. Available in silver, blue, pink, green, red and black. Available in 4GB and 8GB.
    • Fourth Generation Even slimmer, rounder design makes it easy to handle. Fluid screen display. Available in light gray, dark gray, blue, green, red, orange, yellow, purple and pink. Available in 8GB and 16GB. Also known as the Nano Chromatic.
    • Fifth Generation Slightly bigger screen. Now includes inbuilt digital radio access which allows pause and rewind features. Also includes inbuilt video camera. Available in light gray, dark gray, blue, green, red, orange, yellow, purple and pink. Available in 8GB and 16GB.
    • Sixth Generation The latest iPod Nano does not have a clickwheel and is in a smaller design. Now has touch screen navigation. Not able to watch video. Available in orange, blue, green, pink and gray, in 8GB and 16GB.
  2. Download iTunes if you have not already. This is not necessary for Mac users as it is already downloaded. You will be required to set up an account for your iPod and fill in some details which will be kept secure. iTunes is a program used to upload and view music, video, photos etc you will synchronize to your iPod. The iTunes Store is a music, app and video store where you can purchase music, music videos, TV episodes, movies, games, applications and more through the internet. You will be required to enter credit card details to purchase or you can buy an iTunes gift card and redeem the secret code given on the receipt.
  3. Purchase songs from iTunes or upload them from CDs etc using iTunes. Keep your music library organised so it is easy to locate files when using your nano. To connect your iPod to the computer, plug in the USB connector cord that came with your iPod into the computer. On the other end of the cord will be a dock or an end that you insert into the designated spot on the bottom of the iPod. (Note: The input placings vary depending on the model of Nano). Connecting your iPod to the computer like this can also be used to charge your iPod.
  4. Using the clickwheel can be a bit fiddly at first. The clickwheel is the donut-shaped object that is used to navigate around the iPod nano. The size of the clickwheel varies depending on the model. To navigate forward or to turn up the volume, rub your thumb in a circle following the clickwheel clockwise. To navigate backwards or to lower the volume, rub your thumb in a circle following the clickwheel in an anti-clockwise motion. To select a song or to confirm a choice, click the "center" button in the middle of the clickwheel. To go back in the menu, press the "menu" button. To play/pause music, video or photo playback, press the "play/pause" button. To view a previous item/song, press the "<< back" button. If held, this will act as a "rewind" button. To access the next item/song, press ">>Forward". If held, this will act as a "fast forward" button.
  5. Navigate around the menus and get to know how the iPod Nano files things. Most versions of the Nano allow you to choose the options that appear in the Main Menu and the Music Menu, so look under the "Settings → General" menu to see if you can on your model. Use playlists sparingly - whilst they are great things, they can leave your music library looking messy and unorganized. Have an "On the Go" playlist, and the default playlists that come with your iPod, but not too many more.
  6. Get into your iPod. Really get the most out of it, because it's a great device.
    • Purchase an iPod Speaker and Charger. Some speakers will automatically charge your iPod when in dock. This will allow you to listen to your music through a speaker and not just headphones, and charge your iPod on the go when you do not have access to a computer.
    • Put photos onto your iPod so you can have your own digital slideshows with you to show your friends.
    • Learn how to hook your iPod up to the car. Use a .5 auxiliary cable for easiest results.
    • Share your nano experiences on the web by writing a review or blog based on your opinion on the iPod Nano.

Tips

  • Look after your iPod. Purchase or make an iPod case for your iPod nano to protect it from any scratches and avoid touching the screen with your fingers. Always have clean hands before coming in contact with your iPod so no stains are left behind.
  • Most iPod users use the Apple earphones that come with the iPod, but these are known for easily breaking. If your earphones do break in some way, feel free to purchase your own set of headphones that fit in a .5 slot. This means that most headphone sets that come with mobile phones are not compatible with the iPod nano.
  • Charge your iPod nightly so it can maintain a good battery life.
  • Charge your iPod the night before you use it to ensure maximum battery life the next day. To prevent battery from running down too fast, shift your iPod nano on "hold" when you are not using it. The "hold" button is usually located on the top of an iPod nano and is a little switch.

Warnings

  • Do not listen to your iPod with both ears in if you are jogging, walking, driving, on a bus or anywhere else where you are in public or near a road. You will not be able to hear any cars etc if you have both headphones in and this leaves the listener at a high level of danger - they are unaware of danger because they can't hear it. Try to listen to your iPod either very softly or in one earphone if you are out and about.
  • When listening to audio on your iPod, do not listen to it too loud. iPods are known for causing deafness when the volume is too high. Keep it loud enough that you can hear it but soft enough that you are able to hear any conversation or noise that is occurring around you.

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