Video iPod Battery

Hey I got my 5g iPod a few months ago, and it's been working fine until recently. I recently bought a Belkin TuneCast II Mobile FM Transmitter (http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?MerchantId=&Section_Id=201526&pcount=&ProductId=166893) and the Belkin Mobile Power Cord w/ Dock Connector (http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=164964#) to go with it. Anyway, the Power Cord charges the iPod while it's plugged in. And it seems that ever since I got that, I've been having trouble with my battery. I'll plug in my iPod when I'm driving and it will be fully charged when I take it out. Then I'll just set it down and leave it alone while I sleep or something. Then when I turn it on the next morning, the battery is either in the RED or it's completely dead. I was just asking if this is probably a problem with the iPod or the Belkin charger. Because before I had the Belkin charger, I used the regular cable that charges from the computer and my battery life was normal. Is it the Belkin?

Patience my friend! And welcome to Apple Discussions!
Anyway, sounds like your connecting your iPod to your computer.
Does your iPod show up in iTunes? If so, eject the iPod from iTunes and the Do Not Disconnect screen should go away.
~Lyssa
~iBook G4 1.07GHz (Kaiya), with extra 256MB RAM ~and a red Apple logo~(Mac OS X 10.3.9)~ LaCie 160GB external hard drive~ ~3G 15GB iPod (Nakai)~ ~GiveStarsto users who earn them.~

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What happens with video ipod battery dies?

I read that the battery in the video ipod is stuck to some parts inside the video ipod so when it dies there is no way to replace it. Does Apple offer any exchange program or battery replacement for video ipod batteries and how much are they?

Don't know where you read that, but the battery is replaceable in the iPod 5th gen (video) just like any other model.
This can be done by Apple or 3rd party battery replacement sites.
If an iPod is under warranty, then the battery replacement is free (except after the first 6 months of the warranty has expired there is a shipping fee).
If an iPod is out of warranty, Apple charges $59 + $6.95 shipping.
As I said earlier, there are 3rd party alternatives that are usually cheaper.
If you have the iPod video model, then it's under warranty, so if you're having battery problems, fill out a service request.
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/service/faq/

Video ipod battery issues

My video iPod will not turn off unless it is connected to a power source. When I unplug it, it runs out of batteries despite the fact that it is off. All the buttons work (I can play music, perform all the regular funtions, etc.). I've tried the 5 R's, done everything else suggested by Apple on the website, and even waited half an hour to talk to a customer service rep on the phone (they told me my coverage expired and it would cost $49 to talk to them . . . argh). Nothing's working!!! Sometimes when I turn it on, it says something about FireWire connections not being supported, but I don't know if this has anything to do with the battery issue. What's going on?????

yeah apple costumer service ***** like that. I have some other problems with my 30gb video, i wanted to do the live chat thing, but its only for teh shuffle. mkes no sence, i paid 300+tax wich should not be charged case im an out of state buyer but thats not the point. the opint is i paid more for the product, but i get less service.

IPhone vs. Video iPod battery life & sound

For those that have used both, which will play video the longest - iPhone or Video iPod?
Also, which is loudest? I use the Video iPod on flights with noise cancelling earphones but find it is still not loud enough. Would the iPhone be louder in this case?
Thanks,
Brett

Patience my friend! And welcome to Apple Discussions!
Anyway, sounds like your connecting your iPod to your computer.
Does your iPod show up in iTunes? If so, eject the iPod from iTunes and the Do Not Disconnect screen should go away.
~Lyssa
~iBook G4 1.07GHz (Kaiya), with extra 256MB RAM ~and a red Apple logo~(Mac OS X 10.3.9)~ LaCie 160GB external hard drive~ ~3G 15GB iPod (Nakai)~ ~GiveStarsto users who earn them.~

VIDEO IPOD BATTERY HELP OR DID I GET MESSED OVER AGAIN

Hello boys and girls
my original ipod that i had for several years was stolen....after some debate and penny pinching i decided to buy an IPOD 30gig video ...great i thought..now i can have my music and meditations when i work out again
there is a radio shack nearby so i got it there...i also ..very cleaverly i thought... checked to make sure all the other stuff i had spent good money on ...docking station...fm transmitter for car...Altec speakers [great sound by the way] other stuff would work with it and the new video ipod fit perfectly into the docking station
JOY TO THE WORLD...Mother Apple had been kind to me and i was going to have music again and had told that this IPOD was much easier to use then the one i had for 4 years that got swiped..
THE JOY ENDED WHEN I GOT HOME...
First of all I discovered that the FIREWIRE card i had bought for the first IPOD was no more good...now i have to have USB 2 which of course i didn't have
since i work at night and go to school trapsing across town to get a USB 2 card and the appox $30 for it taxed me a little and reduced the sleep i got...however i was antcipating being able to use my ipod that night when i worked out
WELL....that's when the nightmare started...
To be scientific and logical about this let me list what happened and is happening...
1. Initially when i hooked the IPOD to a USB 1 port the coputer recognized it for about 5 sec then lost the connection. Pretty sure that was because the batteries weren't real charged
2. i put the ipod back in the old docking station and plugged it into the old now useless FIREWIRE card...Ipod is happy it says it is charging...it charged all night an d still said it was charging
must be a very hungry iopd!! well i have lots of electricity to feed it
3. i hooked it up to the ac adapter..still charging but FINALLY got full
4. except now when i disconnect it from the ac adapter it goes dead...will not wake up when i connect it to the new USB 2 card Mother Apple said i needed and i staid awake to get
5. SO NOW...am i stuck waiting FOREVER while it maybe gets repaired..unless i've just done some dumb things and can get it up and running without sending it in...
6. will radio shack just give me another one that works...i only bought it two days ago
7. that has been a pain you know where fromt he beginning
8. guess i have to call Apple ..probably monday..sure they're not open today...and guess what ..it will be when i normally would be asleep 'cause i work at night
will try to post this more concisely in next msg if you read this God Bless you

I'm sorry about your troubles with your ipod , and i would imagine that radioshack would take it back , if not then send it back to apple since that kind of problem is not abuse or anything and it should be covered in the warranty.

Video Ipod battery Life problems

Ok I JUST bought a 60gb video ipod with the warrenty.. now i did hear something about the initial charge on a ipod so i left it charging for about 6 hours... BUT whenever i goto charge it i never get a charging sign... i only get a do not disconnect sign, and my friend gets a charging sign on his nano, also after it was fully charged i started to watch a movie and i dont even think it lasted 3-4 hours can someone please tell me how to fix this or if i need to get it replaced...

Patience my friend! And welcome to Apple Discussions!
Anyway, sounds like your connecting your iPod to your computer.
Does your iPod show up in iTunes? If so, eject the iPod from iTunes and the Do Not Disconnect screen should go away.
~Lyssa
~iBook G4 1.07GHz (Kaiya), with extra 256MB RAM ~and a red Apple logo~(Mac OS X 10.3.9)~ LaCie 160GB external hard drive~ ~3G 15GB iPod (Nakai)~ ~GiveStarsto users who earn them.~

Capacity of 30 gig video ipod battery

Hi, I was wondering if anyone knows the capacity of the battery for the 30 gig 5g ipod video. To clarify, i'm looking for a value in mAh, not in hours. There are more and more replacement battery kits becoming available for ipod videos and i was wondering how these replacement battery's capacity compares to the one in my ipod.
Thanks for the help in advance.
PC Windows XP ipod 5g 30 gig

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HELP WITH VIDEO IPOD BATTERY LIFE

i recently purchased an ipod for my birthday and im very dissapointed in the battery life. can any1 tell me any tips to making a battery last longer? and ive noticed that it doesnt always charge up to full.
please help, thanks

One thing you might want to try is letting your
batter die completely until your iPod won't even turn
on, and then recharging it fully. When you keep
recharging li-ion batteries when they do not need to
be, like when they're still half-charged, they will
burn out a lot quicker. The best thing is to
completely drain it each time before you recharge it.
Actually, that's the opposite of what I've heard. I heard it's better not to completely drain the battery before you recharge, and only do a full dischage every 30 charges or so to keep the battery fresh.

30GB video Ipod battery drained/dead?

It appears that the boombox that I have kept my (approx 14 mo old)ipod plugged into (for the past several month with no issues)has been keeping the screen on to the detrement of my battery. At first it was displaying the "please wait--very low battery" screen. I kept it hooked up to my computer--but it didn't charge--and wouldn't read for a diagnositic or a reset. Then I used my wall charger (as it has been widely praised in the discussions) and this drained my battery so that it doesn't even display "please wait--very low battery"--not even my computer can revive it to anything anymore! it...is...dead...dead...dead!
Any ideas? Is my battery toast?
Many Thanks for any assistance

Maybe this page has some useful information for you...
The iPod/iPhone Battery unplugged . . .
http://www.vsa.cape.com/~danh/ipod.htm
Patrick

Old 2005 Video iPod - How do I take music off and add to my iTunes music library? And battery life issues...

I bought my husband a Video iPod clear back in 2005. I bought the 30GB serial No 4V544C1WTXK Model number A1136. Yes, very, very old. However, it is an Apple product and therefore should be good forever right? We actually rarely used it then and have not used it in years. I got it out and brushed it off the other day. I have two questions:
1- I have some great music on it that I would like to transfer into my iTunes music library. Is there a way to move it from the iPod into my iTunes library?
2- It isn't really holding a battery charge even when it's been charging for hours. Is there anything I can do about that? Do I need to replace the battery? Is there even a way to replace the battery?
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

1- I have some great music on it that I would like to transfer into my iTunes music library. Is there a way to move it from the iPod into my iTunes library?
See this older post from another forum member Zevoneer covering the different methods and software available to assist you with the task of copying content from your iPod back to your PC and into iTunes.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/2452022?start=0&tstart=0
2- It isn't really holding a battery charge even when it's been charging for hours. Is there anything I can do about that? Do I need to replace the battery?
Given the age of the device and that fact that it wasn't used for a lengthy period of time, it's likely that the iPod's battery is shot and in need of replacement. Lithium-ion batteries need constant activity in order to maintain any sort of charge. However, all batteries generally deteriote over time and lose their ability to charge.
Is there even a way to replace the battery?
Yes. You can choose to have Apple swap the battery for a new one for the price indicated on this page.
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/service/prices/
You could also choose to send it to a third party service instead to have them swap it out at a much lower cost. A Google search for "iPod battery replacement" should give you a number of results to work with.
B-rock

Video Ipod Errors - Exclamation/Non-animated Battery Icon Loop

i have a problem with my video ipod and have followed every single suggestion and tutorial on the apple web site.....
when i reset, it gives the sad ipod face with exclamation point and the message:
"www.apple.com/support/ipod" and lights up...
then turns light off and goes to battery message without any animaton... then just about every 2 minutes or so it goes back to the exclamation point and the message:
"www.apple.com/support/ipod" and lights up...
and repeats..
been charging for hours...
can't get it into disk mode either...
computer doesn't recognize...

Mine is doing a similar item but it will work but just gets a battery logo with a yield and a sign like this inside the yeild I cannot get it to sync. I don't think it is the hard drive it appears to be more software related then hardware related anyone have any solutions.

Is my 40 GB non video IPOD worth replacing battery?

I bought my first Mac when Panther came out. Thus my first Ipod was dated to whenever that is. I have a firewire connection and a charger stand and I spent a whole bunch on peripherals to add photos, do voice recording, etc. I saw in Scott Kelby's Doing Cool Things with your IPOD book, that batteries eventually need replacement. He compares bringing to Apple Store with sending out to two online vendors. I have not yet upgraded to a video IPOD, but have been happy with books on tape and audio notes, music withthis old ipod. Unfortunately, other concerns left it in the charger with my Mac sleeping and Scott tells me Use it or Lose it. I want to replace this battery unless you all tell me it is a dead horse. I am about to buy an IPod touch for myself and a Nano for my student daughter. The granddaughter and son all fight over the Nano they already have . It is the reall slim one. I cannot see on About my Mac what the serial number or model is on this IPOD. Is it sane to replace battery for use by me for listening to books on tape. ??Are these on line replacement places better for older IPODS than Apple store for cost? Any advice appreciated. Out of date in San Diego. PS I spend about 8 hours on laptop surfing or using web sites for tranining (NAPP,Lynda.com). It is awkward to always be attached to laptop. Have it linked to my HDMI TV. Which helps but I have to control stop/pause/play with scroll bar thumb two fingers, etc. Please any help if if is ok to put money into this IPOD.

If it's a 40GB non-video iPod with a color screen, it is an +iPod photo+ (aka +iPod with color display+ ), which is a 4th gen iPod. If it has a monochrome display and a click wheel, it is an earlier 4th gen iPod. If it has a touch wheel and 4 round touch buttons, it is a 3rd gen iPod.
Replacing the battery yourself is not that difficult on any of the above mentioned iPods. The hardest part is opening the case, which is actually not that hard if you do it properly.
You can buy replacement batteries for lest than $10, including the shipping and the plastic tools.
[For example, if the iPod is a 4th gen.|http://cgi.ebay.com/Battery-for-APPLE-Ipod-20GB-20-GB-MP3-Player-4th-Gen-4 GW0QQitemZ400038705242QQcmdZViewItemQQptZOther_MP3_Player_Accessories?hash=item40 0038705242&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&trkparms=72%3A1234%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1% 7C294%3A50]
(I don't know anything about this particular seller.)
There are online guides, such as this one
http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Browse/iPod_Original
and there are probably video guides on YouTube.
Although the battery may be weak and not hold a charge, does the iPod otherwise work properly. If so, it is certainly worth less than $10 to replace the battery. However, if you have to pay more than $60 to get it replaced, then it may not be worth it compared to the price for a new or refurb (on Apple's Special Deals page) iPod.

5th generation video iPod USB not working

Hi, my 15 month old iPod 5th generation video no longer connects with USB on my iBook (all my other USB devices work just fine in the two USB 2 ports).
The screen lights when iPod is plugged in and when unplugged using USB, but that appears to be the in toto communication performed.
I have performed the five Rs, and putting the iPod into disc mode yields the expected result on the screen of the iPod (tick and OK to disconnect) but no connection to the computer (yes, I have plugged/unplugged a number of times).
I have disconnected the battery (as another poster suggested) for several minutes and that does not seem to have helped in resetting the system.
It charges just fine via Firewire (either by a Firewire port on my iBook or by an Apple Firewire AC adaptor type charger), with absolutely no charging taking place when connected with USB (either by a USB 2 port on my iBook (G4 2004 model) or by an Apple USB AC adaptor type charger).
I have also tried three different USB cables, one old, two brand new Apple ones (all of which work just fine on my old 4th gen iPod, my daughter's 3rd gen iPod and my partner's two 4th gen iPods).
When I run the inbuilt diagnostics on the iPod, all of them come back as ok, including USB, both as charging and communication, so, in theory, everything should be ok, but most patently isn't.
I have tried to use the iPod on a Windows 2000 computer and an older iMac (both of which otherwise work fine with other iPods either using USB and Firewire) with nil recognition by any.
I've looked in the wide dock connection plug at the bottom of the iPod as another poster said that the connection pins might be bent, however, I can't see any actual pins, just a wide tongue in the middle, the same as on my other older iPod. Or do I need to open up the iPod and look for something in there?
Judging by the nr of comments and questions on similar issues here with the 5th generation video iPod, there should be a definitive fix for this problem, although, after looking through as much of the forums that might relate to this problem, no one seems to have come up with an explanation, let alone a solution for it.
So, my question remains, my iPod 5th generation video no longer connects with USB on my iBook, has anyone else (taking into account the above information), either had/have this problem and or found a resolution to it?
Cheers, Peter
iBook G4 Mac OS X (10.4.9) 5th generation video iPod

Dear deggie, hi, thanks for the tip as to what I should be looking for in the slot. However, sadly, it all looks to be fine (well, at least the same as my other iPod).
HR, thanks for the tip re opening the iPod, unfortunately, it is 15 months old, so well past the 12 month warranty expiry (ridiculous, isn't it?).
Here in Australia, we don't have access to Genius Bars and Apple Stores, just the local distributors, and they want $210 to repair/replace the iPod, which, frankly I find a bit rich, considering that it hasn't been mistreated in any way and the other iPod I have has been running fine for more than two years.
I get the feeling, judging by the many complaints on these forums regarding the problems that the gen 5 iPod being recognised and connecting to both Mac and Windows, that this cannot just be purely user error or maltreatment. However, I'm unsure as to what can be done to resolve them or get Apple to admit to there being a problem.
One of the things that confuses me, is that all the internal diagnostics (menu + select then select + back) including USB communication, all come back fine, when, as mentioned in an above post, it most patently is not. Anyone have any clues as to what this might be due to?
If, by some bizarre fluke, I manage to find a resolution to this problem (short of going and paying Apple $210), I'll post back here with it.
Again, thanks for the help, cheers, Peter

Do You Know Your iPod Battery May Fall Under Warranty Replacement?

I have the extended warranty on my iPod Touch. My batter life was horrible... without wifi just playing music getting just over 3 hours. I also had a bad MBP battery. Called up AppleCare and got case numbers for both after diagnosis. Was taking a long drive to an Apple Store with Genus appt the next day...
My name was called and my Genus re-ran the MBP battery check finding it at fault and went to replace it... I said that I was having an issue with the Touch battery as well. He said "You know that the battery is NOT covered under warranty!". I said NO, if a battery is faulty that it is covered under warranty. I told him that it was THE reason that I purchased the warranty... He argued with me about it and I just couldnt believe my ears... I said that all he had to do was go to the Apple site and find the Touch battery warranty description... He started printing out the MBP battery replacement agreement and we had another video test to run on the MBP... he went in the back to get a DVD.
As I sat there I started hearing all the genus say to every customer with a iPod battery issue say that battery replacement cost blah blah blah... no one was asked if they had a warranty or that if the battery was found to be faulty the battery replacement would be covered. One guy came in with his son saying the iPod was a Christmas present and the battery was only getting blah blah hours... Again, he was told that a battery replacement would cost $$$. It was surely under warranty but he was still charged! ***?
My Genus comes back and runs the video test with a Howdy Doody DVD, UGH... anyways... he goes back to return the DVD and comes back with something in his hand, unwraps a Touch and tosses it my way. I asked him what was up? He says that the original Touch battery is not replaceable so here was a new one. I said OK... thinking, why was he giving me one after arguing with me about the battery NOT being under warranty???
So, I guess it pays off to know your warranty with Apple products as the Genus wont offer the facts. Maybe this was just at the Cleveland OH Apple Store. So, wondering if you know that your iPod battery may fall under warranty and if this is a national fraud by Genus?
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MB591LL/A#overview "3. Service coverage is available for battery depletion of 50 percent or more from original specification."

According to this page -> http://support.apple.com/kb/index?page=servicefaq&geo=United_States&product=ipod
Will the data on my iPod be preserved?
No. You will receive a replacement iPod that will not contain any of your data, songs, etc. Before you submit your iPod for service, it is your responsibility to keep a separate backup copy of the data stored on your iPod and reinstall that data. Please do not send any accessories with your iPod as they will not be returned.
Attention iPod touch customers: Before obtaining service, it is important to back up your data using iCloud or iTunes. Apple is not responsible for the loss of information while servicing your iPod touch and does not offer any data transfer service.
Following service your replacement iPod touch may have a newer operating system (iOS) version and you will need to restore your data using the method used to back it up (iCloud or iTunes). As a result, you may also need to update your App Store applications to ensure compatibility with the newer iOS. If you experience a problem with an application purchased from the App Store, check iTunes to see if an update is available or contact the application vendor directly.
B-rock

Do I need to replace my iPod battery?

I've had my video iPod since Christmas of 2006. Earlier this year my laptop crashed so I've just now started using my iPod on a new one. Even after putting the new updates onto my iPod it still has pretty low battery life, even after charging for more than 4 hours. I dont think I can play songs for more than about 30 mins before the message saying that I need to recharge pops up even though the battery shows that it is still at least half charged. I can't play more than 5 videos without it cutting off completely. So do I need to install some old updates that I missed or do I need to send it in to have the battery replaced?

You need to go to an Apple store set up an appointment and speak to someone at the Genius Bar. Yes, it sounds like you need a battery replacement. These should be helpful.
http://www.apple.com/batteries/
http://www.apple.com/batteries/replacements.html

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