Features
Music Management Software
System Requirements
Features
Compatibility: This 1 GB iPod
shuffle is compatible with both Macintosh and Windows operating systems. See
System Requirements section below for minimum requirements.
Storage Capacity: This iPod
shuffle has built-in 1 GB flash memory, capable of storing approximately 240
songs (4-minute song average--recorded in AAC format at 128 kbps). In addition
to storing audio, you can use the flash memory to store data files as well.
Audio Formats: The iPod shuffle
supports the following audio formats: MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, AAC (8 to
320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Music Store, M4A, M4B, M4P), Audible
(formats 2, 3, and 4), and WAV. When you import music from a CD using iTunes, it
is converted to AAC format by default.
Note: If you are using
iTunes 4.5 or later on a Windows PC, you can convert non-protected WMA
files to AAC or MP3 format.
Skip Protection: Because the
iPod shuffle uses flash memory, playback is completely skip-free.
Playback Controls: The iPod
shuffle has the following playback controls: play/pause, previous/rewind,
next/fast-forward, and volume +/-.
Battery Status Button/Light: If
the battery status light is green when you press the battery status button, the
iPod shuffle has a good charge. If the light is amber, the iPod shuffle is low
on charge, and if it's red, very little charge is left and you should recharge
the iPod shuffle soon. If no light is visible, the battery is out of power and
you must recharge the iPod shuffle to use it.
Playback Modes: You can set the
iPod shuffle to play songs in sequential order or random order.
Headphones: The iPod shuffle
comes equipped with earbud-style headphones with 18mm drivers that use Neodymium
magnets. If desired, you can use any headphones with a 3.5mm miniplug.
Computer Interface: The iPod
shuffle can be directly connected to your computer's USB 1.1 or 2.0 port. You
can also connect the iPod shuffle to your computer using an optional iPod
shuffle Dock or a USB extension cable.
Power Requirements: The iPod
shuffle has an internal, non-user-replaceable, rechargeable battery. The battery
offers up to 12 hours of playback. When the iPod shuffle is connected to a
high-power USB port on your computer, the battery charges. The iPod shuffle
battery is 80% charged in about two hours, and fully charged in about four
hours.
Music Management Software
iTunes: The supplied CD-ROM
software provides iTunes 4.7.1 music management software for Mac and Windows
users. This software allows you to organize and manage your music and audio
downloads. With the software, you can buy music and audio books from the iTunes
Music Store, create your own custom audio or data CDs, import tracks in AAC,
rate tracks and sort your library based on ratings, create mixes automatically
with Smart Playlists, share playlists with other users, play audio books, or
learn a foreign language. With iTunes 4.7.1 and an AirPort Express Base Station,
you can stream music wirelessly from your Mac or PC to your home stereo or
powered speakers.
Volume Levels: iTunes can
adjust the volume of songs automatically, so they play at the same relative
volume levels.
Audio Books: In addition to
music, you can download audio books from the iTunes Music Store (approximately
5,000 titles), or from Audible.com, an independent website with over 18,000
titles.
High-Speed Transfers: Transfer
time varies depending upon how much music you want to transfer from your
computer to your iPod shuffle. You can connect the iPod shuffle using USB 2.0,
which transfers data at up to 480 Mbps.
Note: Although the iPod
shuffle is compatible with USB 1.1, data transfer speeds are much
slower.
Auto-Synching: Each time you
connect the iPod shuffle to your computer, the unit's Auto-Synch feature
automatically updates it with any changes made to the iTunes program on your
computer, including any new music purchased at the iTunes Music Store.
Song Ratings: You can assign a
rating to a song from 1 to 5 stars to indicate how much you like it. Song
ratings can be used to help you create playlists automatically in iTunes.
Smart Playlists: You can create
customized Smart Playlists from the songs stored in your music library. Smart
Playlists can include only certain genres of music, songs by certain artists, or
songs that match particular criteria, such as songs rated 3 stars or higher or a
playlist that's no more than 3 GB in size. After the Smart Playlist is created,
any songs you import that meet the Smart Playlist criteria will be automatically
added to the Smart Playlist.
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements for Macintosh:
To use iPod shuffle with a Macintosh, you must have the following:
- Macintosh with built-in USB 1.1
or 2.0
- Mac OS X v10.2.8, Mac OS X
v10.3.4 or later
- iTunes 4.7.1 or later (included
on the iPod CD)
Minimum Requirements for Windows:
To use iPod shuffle with a Windows PC, you must have the following:
- Windows PC with built-in USB 1.1
or 2.0, or a USB 1.1 or 2.0 card installed
- Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4
or later, or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 2 or later
- iTunes 4.7.1 or later (included
on the iPod CD)
