USB 2.0 only? Is the 2nd generation iPod Shuffle only able to sync to the computer via a USB 2.0 dock?
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When I bought the shuffle I didn't notice the whole USB 2.0 thing, till I got it home, connected it to my USB port and tried to transfer a song. I kept getting errors saying that the device could not be written to. I went and bought a USB 2.0 card with 5 ports for $32, installed it and everything worked fine from then on. Other people have told me that it should work with USB 1.0, just slower...but I didn't find that to be the case.
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I don't have my shuffle yet, but the nano also says that it requires usb 2.0 and it worked fine with usb 1.1, so I imagine the shuffle also.
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Try to update your computer to USB 2.0 if you can. iPods transfer music files at 60MB per second, but can only transfer at 1.5MB per second if you don't have USB 2.0.
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I had trouble with my Shuffle on my laptop with USB 2.0, so I tried my Desktop PC with USB 1.x and could not get any recognition of the device. Just an FYI.It worked fine on another computer with USB 2.0.
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I was having some "issues" with mine, nothing serious. Just occasionally disconnecting and then reconnecting. Checked which USB I had mine in, and it was in my USB1. Changed it to a 2.0; and haven't had a problem since then. So, in my experience, it worked with USB1; but was a little "funky" from time to time.
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I don't think so. I have a 2nd gen touch and these are new enough to be USB powered. The old "Firewire" 12v charged iPods that this is meant for were like the original Classics and such, I believe even before the color screen models. If your device charges a 2nd gen touch (which supports USB charging) then it probably won't make a difference for you. This is meant for older docking devices that don't support USB charging, to make them usable for newer iPods.If you have a device that charges your 2nd gen touch but not a 3rd gen touch, that's odd. I can see it being the other way around. I ended up not using the scosche. It worked from a charging perspective but had other issues. I don't think so. I have a 2nd gen touch and these are new enough to be USB powered. The old "Firewire" 12v charged iPods that this is meant for were like the original Classics and such, I believe even before the color screen models. If your device charges a 2nd gen touch (which supports USB charging) then it probably won't make a difference for you. This is meant for older docking devices that don't support USB charging, to make them usable for newer iPods.If you have a device that charges your 2nd gen touch but not a 3rd gen touch, that's odd. I can see it being the other... » Read More I don't think so. I have a 2nd gen touch and these are new enough to be USB powered. The old "Firewire" 12v charged iPods that this is meant for were like the original Classics and such, I believe even before the color screen models. If your device charges a 2nd gen touch (which supports USB charging) then it probably won't make a difference for you. This is meant for older docking devices that don't support USB charging, to make them usable for newer iPods.If you have a device that charges your 2nd gen touch but not a 3rd gen touch, that's odd. I can see it being the other way around. I ended up not using the scosche. It worked from a charging perspective but had other issues. « Show Less
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I don't own an ipod. But the only input is from the small end of the standard USB cable. I am not aware of any dapter that would do accomplish this. However, I would assume you be able to use iTunes straight from the computer . The nicest function of the gb-10 for me is that you can actually upload the music right to the unit, which kind of makes it your ipod. The sound is great also.
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Sorry, Zikar, I don't know. I don't use my Shuffle any more because it is inferior to other iPods.
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It's set up to connect through the regular iPod or Nano connection. I am pretty sure the Shuffle has a different kind of connection. More important, though: I returned mine because it was really complicated (way too complicated for my kids) and, worse, sounds horrible.
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that totally sucks!but thanks because I was literally about to order this dock, and I guess I can't now. You save me some headaches....Any recommendations? I have an Onkyo TX-SR608 and would love to be able to play my ipod through it....
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This speaker is compatible with all ipod's that have the 30 pin connector. (Except the ipod shuffle, which it doesn't sound like is your concern anyway...) If you were get a newer ipod that has the lightning dock, you're going to have to connect it through the aux (auxiliary) port which won't charge your ipod like the 30 pin connector will. This is actually a pretty good sounding speaker. It runs on plug in AND battery power which is good. It's a pretty nice consideration if you're looking for an inexpensive ipod dock and if you're able to find one on the Amazon Warehouse Deals, you can usually save yourself a few bucks. (That's how I got mine.)
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The users manual states that this system is compatible with the iPod touch 1st & 2nd gen models. I tried it with my 4 gen model and it does not work. Too bad because the system sounds wonderful. Anybody else have this issue?
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I just got this item and am I am having the same issue with this and it is a bit frustrating. I bought it because I wanted to use it with USB (I do not have an ipod or anything like that).
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It does work with the 4th generation Shuffle, but the Shuffle does not fit on the docking station. I had a stereo/headphone type adapter around the house and it easily connected it and the sound quality was fine. However, because it doesn't fit on the docking station it also does not charge the Shuffle, which was a big reason that I chose this particular speaker. It also does not come with an adapter, we just happened to have one. Right now I am searching for an adapter that will make the charge feature work, but I am not even sure that exists.
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No driver...just won't synch...send it back and get your money back if it's not too late...it's a crappie product...I got an ipod shuffle waterproof to replace this piece of crappie....well worth the extra $$$$...and best of all ...it works! Apple support is worth it.
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So can you just drag your computer's MP3 files over to load them into your iPod? Or at least specify which files rather than getting the Winamp program and plugin?
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This product works great with my second generation Ipod Shuffle! It has very good sound and is easy to use!
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No. The USB connection only seems to work with iPods/iPhones, etc. And the dock connection only works with the newer-model iPod/iPhones.
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Matheus Weber, You were almost correct. Apple did not release a new iPod Shuffle in 2011, but they released the iPod Nano Sixth Generation as a type of replacement. The reason that most of the comments are dated back to 2010 is because that was the year the newest model of the iPod Shuffle (Fourth Generation) was released.Godspeed!~SWWPD
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No iPod Dock or USB port. Bluetooth streaming or mini-jack from iPod to Sound bar will work.
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Not sure about the iPod shuffle but I have used it with my iphone 4 and iphone 5 and it works great. It comes with two cords: one is a charger and the other is the cord to play the music in the car. I think they are universal. And yes, it plugs into the earphone outlet of both of my iPhones. Hope this helps!