iPod Touch Instructions
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The most exciting new feature in the new ipod touch is its internet connection and applications. If there is one good reason to look for new and updated ipod touch instructions, this is it. You’re literally holding the internet in the palm of your hand!
Let’s start with my favorite:
the safari browser. You can obviously surf to any site and set either google or yahoo! as your default search engine. But the true beauty is that even “big” sites look great on such a small device! You can double tap to zoom in, or you can check youripod touch instructions on how to use pinch to zoom in or out. It is so cool! They really got me with that one!
And what’s internet today without videos and youtube? With a dedicated button to youtube, you can easily access the most popular videos on the net, and of course, your own personal favorites. Just rotate your ipod touch and watch them in wide screen!
Downloading music directly to your ipod touch is another feature I consider a big advantage. You can search, preview and purchase songs without using the full iTunes software on your computer. However, you might still find yourself going through your ipod touch instructions looking for help on connecting to wireless internet networks, something that is irrelevant to most people who work on their computer at home.
But whether we’re talking about new or old features, we always need to consider the user as well. That’s you. A feature can be “old”, but if it is the first time you’re using it, it new to you. So if you have a newipod touch, check out some ipod touch instructions. It could be the difference between having an ipod touch and actually using it and enjoying it. And believe me, there’s a lot to enjoy!
October 6th, 2007 at 10:34 am
but wenevr i turn it on it shows the charger thing, an arrow pointing up above that,and a musical note and disc above THAT!wut thu hell is rong with my ipod touch that is no an iphone?!?!
October 6th, 2007 at 6:06 pm
hi julian.
before you can do anything with your new ipod, it needs to be activated by iTunes on your computer.
So what you need to do is:
1. make sure your computer’s internet connection is on
2. download and install iTunes from here.
3. connect your ipod to the computer usb port using the cable included in your ipod package.
4. follow any instructions iTunes will provide.
good luck!
October 7th, 2007 at 7:53 am
My itouch will not log on it finds a network but then it ask for a pass word I don’t know any pass words can you help?
October 8th, 2007 at 2:23 am
Hi Tyrone,
I’m assuming you’re trying to connect to a wireless network.
Do you have a wireless network setup at home?
If you’re trying to connect outside at a starbucks for example,
you’ll notice that most wireless (or wifi) connections are secure
and require a password to connect.
(This is a good thing by the way - because it means your browsing
experience is at least private).
Just head over to one of the employees where you’re trying to connect and ask them for a password.
I hope this helps.
October 14th, 2007 at 2:49 pm
I’m not sure how to connect to youtube with my ipod touch. When I try to click on youtube it says i have to connect to itunes first, but I’ve already done that. Is there something I’m not doing right?
October 14th, 2007 at 4:50 pm
Hi Samantha.
Do other things work properly?
For example, can you play music in your itunes?
Are you sure your internet connection is working?
Can you use the broswer?
Can you access the itunes wi-fi mini store?
October 14th, 2007 at 5:56 pm
Everything else works fine, it’s just the youtube option
October 15th, 2007 at 2:35 pm
I suggest you go back to the place you bought the ipod from and ask them.
Your device might have a unique problem.
October 21st, 2007 at 11:13 am
HELP!
well got my ipod a few weeks ago and got the following problem: i want to split my pictures into more maps but i dont know how whenever i store a picture it just sends to the standard album….
plz help
October 22nd, 2007 at 3:55 pm
Hi Ian.
What do you mean “maps”?
Did you actualy mean “folders”?
After you connect your ipod to the computer, and itunes is opened. What sync option is checked in the “photos” tab?
If there’s main folder in your computer that the photos are synced from (like My Pictures), each sub folder it has will turn into a different album in your ipod.
If you have new photos, simply open a new sub folder for them.
Hope this helps!
October 24th, 2007 at 1:16 pm
I went to settings to increase the volumen but even when it shows its to all the way louder it hears very low. What can I do?
October 25th, 2007 at 1:20 am
Hi Maria.
Just making sure you are talking about the “Volume Limit” under “Settings/Music”. It should be set to “Off” after dragging the slider all the way to the right.
The problem could also be in the music files themselves. In that case try to use iTunes’ feature to auto adjust the volume of the songs:
1. In iTunes go to the “Edit” menu, and select “Preferences”.
Under the “playback” tab, check the “Sound Check” option.
2. Now in your ipod do the same under “Settings / Music”.
3. Re-sync your music from the computer to the ipod.
And just to make sure: are you using the ipod’s original headphones? Other headphones with poor quality might reduce the level of volume.
Hope this helps.
November 1st, 2007 at 7:23 am
I just want to know how to download from i-tunes. Basically after taking my ipod nano out of the box (I already have set up an i-tunes account). I have no idea what to do with it. Just please tell me beginning with the very first step(after taking it out of t he box, smile). My skills are very basic so your help and patience would be greatly appreciated.
Jan
November 1st, 2007 at 1:10 pm
Hey.
i’m not able to cconnect to any WiFi network on the pod, it says connected but in safari it says not connected to server….how do i go about connecting to a WiFi network
November 2nd, 2007 at 7:20 am
Hi Jan & Shambhu,
Your questions is exactly the reason why I’m preparing the videos guides. In order to give you step by step instructions on how to start using your ipod.
The videos definitely include installing the ipod for the first time and connecting to WiFi networks.
Please register here and you’ll get an email as soon as the guides are out.
p.s. I’m very excited about all this and making an effort to finish the videos really soon!
November 7th, 2007 at 12:30 pm
How can I enter things to do on the calendar?
November 7th, 2007 at 4:39 pm
Hi Peter.
I’m sorry to disappoint you, but you cannot add new events to the calendar.
You can only sync information from a calendar application on your computer (like Microsoft Outlook) to you ipod touch.
November 12th, 2007 at 2:08 pm
I was given an iPod Touch as a gift. So I do not have a store I can ask:
I have not been able to connect to wifi, either at home (where I have lots of wifi connected computers and set the password) or at Stanford (where I get there page and provide my username and password).
I was also disappointed that the ability to enable the hard disk is gone, but I found third party software which lets me carry files on the road and backup my laptop. It is a nuisance, however, and I miss the ease of the nano.
November 14th, 2007 at 2:58 pm
Troubleshooting wi-fi problems could be a problem sometime.
I suggest you try connecting to a clear network (no need for password) and see if that works.
Maybe the problem has to do with the type of encryption.
I believe that even if you got the ipod touch as a gift, you can still go to apple stores and ask for advise.
December 25th, 2007 at 3:32 am
hi i have just gotten an ipod touch for christmas i plug the cable in to my computer and it comes up on the screen the cable picture and musuic now its the first time ive had one so i dont know how to use i tunes our nothing so can some one help?
December 25th, 2007 at 6:33 am
Hi Michael.
Don’t worry, you’re in good hands.
The best way to start using your iPod Touch is to install iTunes.
If this is the first time you do this, our step-by-step video guides are exactly for you!
Check them out here: http://www.ipod-manual.com/
They explain all you need to know to start using itunes and your ipod right away.
Good luck! Paul.
December 25th, 2007 at 11:45 pm
What DO I DO once i take the ipod touch out of the box!! it just shows the a charger and a disc and nusic note!!! PLEASE take me step by step instcructions i no i have to set up itunes with my computer but my computer takes bout an hour to download and then it asks for money! WHAT DO I DO i dont like to wait and i really want to use it NOW!!
sorry i if im putting pressure! but i have been waiting gor SO long! Please help!
December 28th, 2007 at 11:05 pm
I know how to work everything perfectly fine. I just dont know how to put videos or movies on it? I need help!
December 29th, 2007 at 12:19 am
Hi Ivan.
Regarding videos and movies:
The settings whether to sync different media types and how to sync them, appear in different tabs.
Check out our step-by-step video guides for detailed instructions on how to automatically and manually sync your ipod and itunes, including video and movie.
The guides are here: http://www.ipod-manual.com/
December 30th, 2007 at 6:10 am
Hi Gaby.
Installing iTunes is FREE! You do not need to pay for it!
Songs, videos, etc. might cost money, but not the actual software.
Check out our step-by-step guide to download and install iTunes, under this link:
http://www.ipod-manual.com/
It is a must for your iPod Touch to work.
Thanks!
Paul.
January 1st, 2008 at 6:48 am
Hey Paul -
I recently purchased the iPod Touch. It’s my first Apple product, and so far I’m really enjoying it! However (this is most likely due to my inexperience with the brand) I’m having difficulty in trying to locate what I consider to be some very basic and fundamental commands/options. First, does the Touch have the copy/cut/paste ability? If so, how do I use it? Secondly I turned on the option in the General Settings area to enable the use of CAPS
Lock, but haven’t been able to figure that one out either.
Please help!
-J
January 2nd, 2008 at 7:50 pm
I was looking under settings, general, and about and the top of my ipod says the previous owner’s name. How do I change this to my name?
January 3rd, 2008 at 12:29 pm
Hi Justin.
I’m not sure what copy/cut/paste you’re talking about. Generally speaking all the editing is done via itunes.
You can see all the imoprtant features in our guides.
The CAPS option allows you to double tap the shift button (when using a keyboard) and then all the letters you type will be uppercase.
Hope this helps.
January 3rd, 2008 at 4:17 pm
Hi Bennie.
Changing your ipod’s name is easily done via iTunes.
Connect the ipod to the computer, and the ipod will appear in itunes.
Select the ipod.
And now click again on the name of the ipod.
Type the new name and enter.
January 8th, 2008 at 12:57 am
Paul-
Thanks for the quick reply, and straight-foward answers. In regards to the copy/paste feature, I was wondering if the touch has that capability from within the Safari browser. For example if I find something within one page but want to google it for more info. Is there a way from within Safari to copy the text in question and then be able to simply paste it into google rather than having to flip back and forth between pages to check the spelling? Sorry for the lengthy question, but I wanted to be sure I explained of adequately this time.
Thanks in advance for all of your help, you’ve been one of the best resources on the net for n00bs that I’ve found. Keep it up!
-J
January 9th, 2008 at 3:50 pm
Justin,
Thank you so much for your great feedback
Unfortunately I have to tell you that currently there is no way to copy/paste on the ipod touch. It seems like an obvious feature, doesn’t it?
But there are rumours that it will be available in the iphone soon, and then probably on the ipod touch.
Paul.
January 14th, 2008 at 9:25 pm
ok so i bought my ipod touch but its says it needs windows xp 2 and we i downloaded it the thing my computer mess me up and yeah i need help please
January 15th, 2008 at 3:59 pm
Hi Jose.
My best advise would be to follow the step-by-step ipod&itunes video guides on how to setup and operate itunes and your ipod.
If you are using Windows, it is recommended that you use Windows XP or Windows Vista.
Paul
February 8th, 2008 at 5:21 am
i just got my ipod touch and the problem is that when i try to unlock my ipod by sliding my finger, it wont unlock. I’ve been sliding my finger on it so many times but it wont unlock. What am i going to do?
February 8th, 2008 at 5:39 pm
What a problem!
Well, first of all, the ipod should unlock itself automatically once connected to itunes.
Are you sure you are doing this correctly? It should really be very easy, you know…
I hope you understand the rest of the ipod’s stuff…
Check out our ipod touch video guides for more details on how to operate your ipod touch.
February 9th, 2008 at 2:30 am
we already connected it on itunes and when we were done on itunes, it’s still locked.
February 9th, 2008 at 6:51 am
well rhay,
I think you’ll have to restore your ipod touch to its original factory settings.
We also have a video explaining how to that in full detail.
Hope this helps.
February 9th, 2008 at 9:28 am
FORGOT HOW 2 DELETE MY MUSIC OFF MY IPOD
February 9th, 2008 at 2:54 pm
Hi Kenneth.
You can’t delete music directly from you ipod.
All the content on your ipod is controlled by itunes.
Check out our itunes&ipod video guides for the videos about syncing and trasfering content from itunes to your ipod.
February 12th, 2008 at 10:51 pm
i just got the ipod touch and i cant use the web…i need help!!!!!!
February 13th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
Hi Alberto.
So you’re having some wi-fi problems… do any of the other internet applications work? youtube?
We have a video that deals with this exact subject: internet connection. How to do it, and what to check for. Look it up in our ipod touch video guides.