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Chapter 1 iPod classic Basics 13
Charge the battery using the Apple USB Power Adapter:
1 Connect the iPod Dock Connector to USB Cable to the power adapter, and plug the other end of
the cable into iPod classic.
2 Plug the power adapter into a working electrical outlet.
Apple USB Power Adapter
(your adapter may look different)
iPod USB cable
WARNING: Make sure the power adapter is fully assembled before plugging it into an
electrical outlet.
Understanding battery states
When iPod classic isn’t connected to a power source, a battery icon in the top-right corner of the
iPod classic screen shows approximately how much charge is left.
Battery less than 20% charged
Battery about halfway charged
Battery fully charged
When iPod classic is connected to a power source, the battery icon changes to show that the
battery is charging or fully charged.
Battery charging (lightning bolt)
Battery fully charged (plug)
You can disconnect and use iPod classic before it’s fully charged.
Note: Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles and might eventually
need to be replaced. Battery life and number of charge cycles vary by use and settings. For
information, go to www.apple.com/batteries.