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| Thread ID: 61936 | 2005-09-21 09:25:00 | iPods - the good and the bad ! | Misty (368) | Press F1 |
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| 389979 | 2005-09-23 09:42:00 | Hi Misty. I use 88 in Auckland but find it is no problem to find a blank frequency and tune the ipod to it. There are just so many iTrip frequencies available - Mine has a frequency available for every decimal fraction between 80 and 108 so there's never a problem and at home have a preset for every radio in the house at "88' so I can listen to my own music where ever I happen to be. Happy listening. So, do have you deleted many of the frequencies that are preset ? I find that scrolling through so many is a great time waster ! For instance, I have deleted 98.0: 98.1; 98.2 because in Auckland they will always be used -- so no use for an iTrip !! But,so far, hardly any impact on the big choice that still has to be scrolled through -- in some circumstances. Any thoughts on this ? Misty :) |
Misty (368) | ||
| 389980 | 2005-09-23 13:06:00 | Hi misty, this site maybe of help here (http://www.ipodbatteryfaq.com/) | plod (107) | ||
| 389981 | 2005-09-23 23:46:00 | Hi misty, this site maybe of help here (http://www.ipodbatteryfaq.com/) Hi Plod Thanks for that. I had already read that ...but have re-read again just now following your prompt. The most relevant part is: A2: Lithium ion batteries are good for 300-500 charge/discharge cycles. A "charge/discharge" cycle generally consists of an extended charging period, and an extended discharging period. A quick charge, listening for 30 minutes, and charging again, for example, does not constitute a full "charge/discharge cycle", but could rather be considered a portion of one. Also, many, many factors affect how much you get out of each charge, as well as how long the battery will last overall. The main factors include charging patterns, the routine amount of discharge (i.e., Do you use it until it dies? Use it for an hour or two and recharge?), temperature, storage, usage frequency, etc. Lithium ion batteries do not take kindly to frequent full or complete discharges. When possible, the optimal usage pattern - for any lithium ion battery - is a partial discharge, followed by recharging. A partial discharge can be anything less than a full discharge. However, an occasional full discharge is desirable (e.g., once every 30 charges) to calibrate the battery. Lithium ion batteries do not significantly degrade, or develop "memory", even if charged at irregular intervals; irregular charging is acceptable. An iPod can also safely be attached to external power for extended periods of time. (For extremely extended periods of time, such as months, the battery will essentially be the same as if it were in "storage"; lithium ion batteries do not store well for extended periods of time at full charge. However, there is no way around this under these circumstances.) When possible, always use the AC adapter (or vehicle adapter) for extended charging, not a FireWire cable attached to a computer. It is generally recommended to store lithium ion batteries at about 40% charge. However, the iPod draws power even when it is off, meaning that it will soon deplete any charge that it has. If you will be storing your iPod for an extended period of time (i.e., weeks to months), it is recommended to store the unit in a cool place; charge level is unimportant, as the charge will be completely depleted after several days. The most harmful combination for storage is full charge at high temperature (i.e., in a hot car). I have been trying to always download on full charge, which has meant me charging when I get home and then waiting for hours. Will try what SbOh suggests and unplug earlier. Misty :) |
Misty (368) | ||
| 389982 | 2005-09-24 04:15:00 | I realise there's an enormous number of frequencies, Misty but I haven't deleted any. I don't find it a hassle to quickly scroll down the list and having all the frequencies available doesn't use up much space. Once I find a frequency that's free, I just scroll to it and lock it in. It's more tricky when you have a radio that doesn't display frequencies. In that case I set my ipod playing something I can identify then twiddle the knob on the radio till the music I've chosen comes on and it usually works. A bit hit and miss I must admit . | willbry (1555) | ||
| 389983 | 2005-09-24 04:26:00 | Does the ipod have any bass? I got a Sony HD Walkman, it got good bass boost. | Mr Wetzyl (362) | ||
| 389984 | 2005-09-24 05:07:00 | Depends if you mean it does a good job of bass sounds, or if you mean it amplifies bass to artificial levels...which only works well on artificial music. Normally when I hear people all excited about bass they are referring to doof-doof music.......When real music is played the amplification of the bass corupts it to hell and back. Which is a shame as a well played bass has many tones worth hearing and a talented player with a good sound enances the song.... |
Metla (12) | ||
| 389985 | 2005-09-24 07:17:00 | Too bad that the iPOD got low battery life compares to Sony HD Walkman... | Mr Wetzyl (362) | ||
| 389986 | 2007-09-28 09:09:00 | Hi Misty. I use 88 in Auckland but find it is no problem to find a blank frequency and tune the ipod to it. There are just so many iTrip frequencies available - Mine has a frequency available for every decimal fraction between 80 and 108 so there's never a problem and at home have a preset for every radio in the house at "88' so I can listen to my own music where ever I happen to be. Happy listening. 93.1 seems good for Hamilton and south of Hamilton Misty ;) |
Misty (368) | ||
| 389987 | 2007-09-28 09:11:00 | Hi Kame - I have read the instructions - they are pretty basic !!! :( Most printed instructions that come with Apple gear are pretty basic as the gear is very easy to operate. If anymore help is needed you can either ask or check out sites like iLounge.com or Macrumors.com if you can't get the answer here.:) Does the ipod have any bass? I got a Sony HD Walkman, it got good bass boost. That might depend on what codec you use. They don't have a deep bass - more towards the midrange unless you play it thru your stereo using Apple lossless codec. Too bad that the iPOD got low battery life compares to Sony HD Walkman... It was mostly the earlier models that had around 8 hours, now days it is much higher. As far as I know though, the USB/Firewire interface also charges the iPOD Correct. |
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| 389988 | 2007-09-30 23:17:00 | Was it *really* necessary to resurrect a two-year-old thread? I miss my moderation buttons :( (WMG knows what I'm talking about). |
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