I own an iPod shuffle (4th generation). For some reason, the only music that will sync to my iPod are the songs I purchased off of iTunes. (Most of my music is copied off my CD's)

My iPod shuffle only syncs music that was purchased from the iTunes store. Most of my music has been copied off of CD's and none of that music will sync to my iPod. Please help!

Sorry for the typos, I hope my message still gets across!

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I have made a playlist on my iPod touch 4th generation for some friends' wedding and I want to play the list in the order I wrote it. It keeps shuffling though, so how do I play it in track order

In iTunes, before you sync the playlist, you can right click on the playlist and select the option that says "Copy Play Order" that will preserve list in the order you have them.
Though this page is outdated, I believe it still applies:http://support.apple.com/kb/ta27500
Hope this helps!

Using iPod shuffle 4th generation for first time and receiving the error : one of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned, and windows does not recognize it. For assistance in solving this problem, click this message

Using iPod shuffle 4th generation for first time and receiving the error : one of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned, and windows does not recognize it. For assistance in solving this problem, click this message.
Using win 7 and latest iTunes [10.6.3]. Have already gone through below links and did not find any solution.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2292
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1369
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1923
http://en.kioskea.net/forum/affich-17997-ipod-not-detected

I was hoping it would be something like a USB device conflict, but now the shuffle is the only thing connected...
This article was one of the ones you linked to above in your initial post
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1369
Under Part 9. Verify that USB drivers are installed, did you try the steps in If only "Unknown Device" appears? That appears to be your situation.
Also, you said that the shuffle initially worked well enough to do a sync, then it had the same problem again. If you can get it to work again initially, before doing anything else, try the following. Select the shuffle in the iTunes sidebar, under DEVICES. Over to the right, go to the Summary tab. By default, the checkbox for Enable disk use should be unchecked. If so, check it and Apply the change. See if that makes any difference.
(If Enable disk use was already checked, try unchecking it and Apply the change. Basically, set it the "other way" and see if there is any improvement.)
NOTE: When disk use is enabled, you have to eject the iPod in iTunes before disconnecting it physically.
If the disk use change makes a difference, that may provide a clue about the actual cause.

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How many decibels can the iPod Shuffle (4th generation) go up to?

Hi! How many decibels can the iPod Shuffle (4th generation) go up to?

Hi pce55,
If you have questions about iPods and sound or decibel output, you may find the following pages helpful:
Apple - Sound and Hearing
Q. How can I set the Volume Limit on my iPod to a specific decibel level?
A. The Volume Limit setting lets you change the maximum output of your iPod’s headphone jack. The actual sound pressure level that you experience depends on several factors: the music you’re listening to, how it was recorded and encoded, the type of earbuds or headphones you use, and their placement in your ears.
Apple - Sound and Hearing FAQ
Regards,
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I have a Ipod shuffle 4th generation. I would like for the music to shut off after one hour long song automatically rather than go to the next song. Is this possible?

I have an ipod shuffle 4th generation. I would like for the music to automatically shut off after one hour long song rather than going to next song on the list. Is this possible?

Sorry, but it's not. The only way to get this to work is to only put the one hour song on your Shuffle.
B-rock

Ipod shuffle 4th generation device not shown on itunes, not charging. Seeing red light when connecting to USB charger for a few seconds, then nothing. How to fix this?

My ipod shuffle 4th generation was working fine for a few months. My son then bit the USB charger. I bought a new USB charger, but the shuffle is not charging and not showing up under the devices in itunes. It also doesn't appear in my windows under my computer. Just to note. I also have a new ipod touch. I am able to charge that fine on the same computer using the USB charger. The device (Ipod touch) does show up in windows and in itunes. The shuffle doesn't show in either place.
I have tried to use the apple support page. I went through each step. I made all of my USB drives not shut down, I had my computer on all night to try and charge the shuffle. All I see is a red light that appears on the shuffle for a few seconds when I first connect the USB charger to the computer. Then, nothing. Since this was working a bit ago, I don't think that I have a defective shuffle. The USB charger is brand new, I just picked it up yesterday from the apple store. I have the short one, and the longer cable as well.
Any help that you might be able to give to me would be much appreciated. My daughter is missing listening to her music. Thanks!

Instead of "charger," you should call it the "USB cable" to avoid confusion. When started reading your post, I was thinking, how can your son break a USB power adapter (the "charger" that plugs into a wall socket) by biting it...
Since you got the product with the two USB cables at the Apple Store, you have the right replacement (some third-party replacements are for the 2nd gen shuffle and do not work with the 4th gen shuffle). Make sure you are completely inserting the plug into the headphones jack. The fit may be tighter than expected, since the connectors are new.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3572
If you tried both of those cables, it would be unlikely that you got two faulty cables in one package. If a new USB device has been added to the computer between the time it worked with the old cable and now, there could be a problem on the USB bus (such as not enough power or a device conflict).
As a test, you should shut down (power off) the computer and disconnect all USB devices (including any hub), except for standard keyboard and mouse (if used). Do this to reset the shuffle
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1655
Start up computer, run iTunes, and connect the shuffle by itself to a direct USB port on the computer.

When i plug my ipod shuffle 4th generation in a box pops up and says the right files for this ipod isnt on the system?? sooo i re downloaded itunes and it still doesnt work soo i deleted it all and eredownloaded itunes all up to date and it still doesnt !

when i plug my ipod shuffle 4th generation in a box pops up and says the right files for this ipod isnt on the system?? sooo i re downloaded itunes and it still doesnt work soo i deleted it all and eredownloaded itunes all up to date and it still doesnt ! any help please

What was the exact error message you received? When you removed and re-installed iTunes, did you use the precise instructions in this Apple support document to walk you through the process?
Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP
B-rock

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Hello StefiPod,
It sounds like your iPod is not charging, and you have already restarted your computer as well as updated your iTunes application and the issue persists. You have also verified that the USB port works for other devices.
I recommend these troubleshooting steps from the article named:
iPod shuffle troubleshooting and service FAQ
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1412
Your iPod shuffle may need to be reset. See this article for steps to reset iPod shuffle. Resetting does not affect your music or data files.
If a red light is blinking or continuously on, your iPod battery may not be charged. You can find information on charging iPod shuffle here. To find out how to check the battery life, see the article "Checking the charge." To get the most out of your battery, be sure to check out our battery tips and tricks article.
If none of these steps worked, you may need to restore your iPod shuffle software. Please be aware that doing so will delete all your files on iPod shuffle.
If the issue persists, then your iPod may need service. Follow the section toward the bottom labeled:
Get Service
If you've tried all the appropriate troubleshooting steps above and those found on the iPod shuffle Support page, and have determined that your iPod shuffle needs service, you can request service online.
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
Cheers,
Sterling

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Today i used my iPod Shuffle and Voice Over says Low Battery it alert me 2 times so i charge it and i see it after 2 or 3 minutes the indicator from orange to green after 2 - 3 minutes so i remove it from the charger and i check the battery and Voice Over says Battery Full and then after 30 Seconds i check again Voice Over Says Low Battery so i decided to continue listening to music then after 1 minute i check the battery and it says Low Battery again so i leave in our table and pause the music and i did not turn off my Shuffle after 5 minute i check it again and it says Battery Full then i play a music again then check the battery level and it says Battery 75% and after 30 minutes i check it again and it is stays at 75 Minutes and from now my iPod Shuffle Battery Level is at 75% and it is not changing even you play a music after 1-2 hours it is stays at 75%..
That's all Thank You For Reading i just Share my iPod Shuffle Great Battery Story
I hope it happen this to you
I Love my Great iPod Shuffle 4th Generation (Late 2012) Battery
Go Apple for Great Battery on iPod Shuffle 4th Generation (Late 2012)
Keep up the Good Work
Comment if this happen to you or not or just comment if you have a question.

If you did a Restore in iTunes, and it continues to have the problem, if it is covered under warranty or AppleCare, you should probably contact Apple tech support directly (not the users forum). If you have an Apple Store nearby, a good way to do this is to make a reservation at the store's Genius Bar and take it there. You don't have to have a reservation, but you can make one at the store's web page
http://www.apple.com/retail/

HT1447 how to fix ipod shuffle 4th generation when frozen?

I don't know whats wrong with my ipod shuffle 4th generation. It's not working.

Instead of "charger," you should call it the "USB cable" to avoid confusion. When started reading your post, I was thinking, how can your son break a USB power adapter (the "charger" that plugs into a wall socket) by biting it...
Since you got the product with the two USB cables at the Apple Store, you have the right replacement (some third-party replacements are for the 2nd gen shuffle and do not work with the 4th gen shuffle). Make sure you are completely inserting the plug into the headphones jack. The fit may be tighter than expected, since the connectors are new.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3572
If you tried both of those cables, it would be unlikely that you got two faulty cables in one package. If a new USB device has been added to the computer between the time it worked with the old cable and now, there could be a problem on the USB bus (such as not enough power or a device conflict).
As a test, you should shut down (power off) the computer and disconnect all USB devices (including any hub), except for standard keyboard and mouse (if used). Do this to reset the shuffle
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1655
Start up computer, run iTunes, and connect the shuffle by itself to a direct USB port on the computer.

HT1238 ipod shuffle 4th generation error 1439 how to slove?

Hi
Please advise the fixing of error 1439 for ipod shuffle 4th generation.
Thanks

Did this work before, and does not work now for some reason? Or is this a new shuffle you are connecting for the fist time to the computer?
If this is a new shuffle, make sure the docking cable plug is completely inserted into the shuffle's headphones jack, as shown in this document
iPod shuffle (4th generation): Not seen in iTunes
As a test, you may want to shut down (power off) your computer, then disconnect all USB devices (including hubs). You can leave standard keyboard/mouse connected, if used. Start the computer, run iTunes, and connect the shuffle (by itself) to a direct USB port on the computer.
Are you using the original USB docking cable that came with your shuffle?

I own an iPod shuffle (4th generation). For some reason, the only music that will sync to my iPod are the songs I purchased off of iTunes. (Most of my music is copied off my CD's)

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