ATO iSee 360i User Manual

iSee 360i  
User’s Manual  
Edition 1.7  
May 4, 2006  
Contents  
Step 1: Load the Battery in the iSee...............................10  
Step 2: Charge the iSee Battery.....................................12  
Step 3: Install iSee files on your iPod .............................12  
Enabling iPod Disk Use...............................................12  
Disabling iTunes Auto-Launch ....................................13  
Installation Options......................................................13  
If Asked to Restart Your Computer .............................13  
Step 4: Insert Your iPod in the iSee................................18  
Plug In Headphones....................................................20  
Step 5: Turn On the iSee Power.....................................20  
A Final Step ....................................................................21  
Battery Life and Battery Charging...................................22  
Using the Battery Level Indicator ................................22  
Battery Charging and the On/Off LED.........................22  
Shutting Down the iSee ..................................................22  
Normal Shutdown........................................................22  
Emergency Shutdown and Reset................................23  
Removing the iPod..........................................................23  
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Video Recording to the iPod...........................................46  
If You’re Using a Camcorder ..........................................47  
Recorded Video File Size...............................................47  
Recording from Battery Power .......................................47  
Changing the Record Settings........................................48  
Viewing with the Standard Dock.....................................49  
Section 5. Using iPod Play-Through Mode....................51  
How iTunes and iSee Share Your iPod..........................51  
Three Ways to Use iPod.................................................51  
Using iPod Play-through.................................................52  
Section 6. About VidiScape Software ............................55  
Section 7. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ..............57  
Frequently Asked Questions ..........................................57  
iSee Firmware ................................................................58  
Finding the Firmware Version.....................................59  
Updating iSee Firmware .............................................59  
Viewing Release Notes...............................................60  
Troubleshooting Tips......................................................60  
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Appendix A: Specifications.............................................63  
Mechanical Specifications...........................................63  
Communication and Interface .....................................63  
Encoding and Decoding ..............................................64  
Video and Audio..........................................................65  
Appendix B: Technical Support......................................67  
Returning Your iSee........................................................67  
Packing Your iSee ..........................................................67  
Shipping Your iSee to ATO.............................................68  
Appendix C: Warranty......................................................69  
Index ..................................................................................71  
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Section 1. Getting Started  
Congratulations! Thank you for purchasing the ATOTM iSeeTM  
360i Video Recorder for the Apple iPod®. This remarkable,  
high-performance entertainment center turns your iPod mobile  
digital device into a full-featured video player and photo display  
with music. And together with its Standard Dock, your iSee  
turns into a personal video recorder (PVR) as well.  
Getting iSee Information  
Look at the iSee Quick Setup Guide to get your iSee up and  
running in a hurry.  
Use this iSee 360i User’s Manual to learn how to record and  
play videos, listen to music, and view photos on your iSee  
360i. You’ll find more installation details here, too.  
See the manual Using VidiScape with Your iSee to learn  
how to use VidiScape software to manage and convert  
music, video, and picture files and download them to your  
iSee.  
Meet the iSee 360i  
The iSee 360i is a mobile video accessory for the Apple iPod  
product line. Plugging your iPod into the iSee 360i lets you  
show video, view photos, and play music that you have placed  
on the iPod using software from the iSee’s accompanying  
application disc. The software lets you convert and compress  
video files and store them on the iPod, all ready for playback  
on the iSee. And besides playing files, the iSee also functions  
as a handheld Personal Video Recorder.  
What You Can Do With the ISee 360i  
Record compressed video to the iPod for playback.  
Play videos with sound, using the iPod’s headphones or  
external speakers.  
Show photos individually or in slide shows.  
Zoom in and pan your digital photos.  
Play MP3 music.  
View video and photos, and play music, on the iSee or on  
your TV.  
Protect your iPod and charge its battery.  
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Features of the ATO iSee 360i  
Elegant, lightweight mobile design: Look and feel of a  
single unit with iPod docked.  
Handy iPod-like control panel: Easy to operate for iPod  
veterans.  
3.6” high-quality LCD screen: Watch high-quality content  
in a mobile environment.  
User-friendly graphical interface: Intuitive and easy to use  
for an effortless entertainment experience.  
Replaceable, rechargeable 2,200 mAh battery: Enjoy  
video, music, and pictures for up to four hours, while  
supplying additional power to the iPod.  
Double-duty AC adapter: Charges both the iSee and the  
iPod at the same time.  
Video in: Record from TV, DVD, VCR, TiVo, camcorder or  
other analog video source.  
Audio in: Record audio, along with video, from any analog  
source.  
Video out: View video and photos on any TV.  
Audio out: Listen to audio on any external sound system.  
Multiple video formats (MPEG-2 or 4, Windows Media 9  
or 10): iSee transcodes video files into MPEG-4.  
Image decode (JPEG): Turn the iPod into a photo viewer.  
Slide show mode: Create personal slide shows for family  
and friends.  
Powerful video and photo features: Fast forward, reverse,  
pause videos and slide shows; pan and zoom photos.  
iPod play-through mode: Allows listening to iPod’s original  
music content, and viewing iPod video and photos on the  
iSee’s larger screen.  
Software included: Software disc has VidiScape host  
application and ArcSoft software to convert video, audio and  
picture files for playing on the iSee.  
What You Need to Use the iSee 360i  
To use the iSee 360i you’ll need:  
A supported Apple iPod mobile digital device.  
An iPod USB cable to connect the iPod to your PC.  
PC running Windows XP or 2000 to load the VidiScape  
software and download iSee-compatible video, music, and  
picture files to your iPod.  
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Supported iPods  
You can use your iSee with most iPod models, including the  
following:  
iPod 20GB (clickwheel)  
iPod 20GB U2 Special  
iPod mini (with optional adapter)  
iPod nano (with optional adapter)  
iPod 30GB Video (with optional adapter)  
A few iPod models are not supported. The following models  
won’t fit into the iSee:  
Older iPods without dock connectors  
3rd generation iPods, which have a row of buttons along the  
top rather than the click wheel  
iPod Shuffle  
iPod Photo  
For the latest up-to-date list of iPods you can use with your  
PC Requirements  
To install and use the VidiScape software for converting video,  
audio, and pictures, you need a PC with:  
Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, or later  
DirectX9 (DirectX9c recommended). You can install this from  
the iSee software disc if you don’t already have it.  
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iSee 360i Controls  
Front View  
Control  
iPod/adapter  
lock  
How to Use It  
Secures a full-sized iPod, or an adapter  
for iPod mini, nano, etc. Press to the right  
(toward the connector) to unlock.  
Viewing screen  
Watch video.  
View slide shows.  
Play music.  
AC Adapter  
connector  
Connect iSee’s AC adapter here  
Control panel  
Press to select and start video, slide  
show, or music, cycle through menus,  
and control the iSee and iPod.  
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Top View  
Control  
How to Use It  
Power On/Off  
button  
Press to turn iSee on. Press again and  
hold for 1 second to turn it off. Press and  
hold for 5 seconds for an emergency  
shutdown (if the iSee is unresponsive).  
Headphone jack Attach iPod headphones or external  
speakers here.  
Accessories  
Accessories enhance the functionality of your iSee 360i and  
make it even more fun to use.  
Standard iSee 360i Accessories  
Every iSee 360i comes with:  
AC adapter  
Protective sleeve  
ATO iSee software disc  
iSee User’s Manual  
Using VidiScape with Your iSee and PC  
iSee Quick Setup Guide  
A/V (audiovisual) cables  
Standard Dock  
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iSee Standard Dock  
The Standard Dock offers a convenient stand for viewing your  
iSee screen and for charging its battery. The Standard Dock  
also lets you connect video and audio cables for recording  
directly to your iPod, and sending video, pictures, and music to  
a TV or media center.  
iSee Standard Dock  
Optional Accessories  
Purchase these accessories separately to enhance your iSee  
360i’s functionality:  
iSee mini Adapter: Lets you insert your iPod mini into the  
iSee 360i.  
iSee nano Adapter: Lets you insert your iPod nano into the  
iSee 360i.  
iSee video Adapter: A tray that allows your iPod video to fit  
perfectly into the iSee 360i.  
iPod mini  
adapter  
iPod nano  
adapter  
iPod video  
adapter  
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Precautions  
Although it’s rugged, your iSee requires reasonable care in its  
installation and use.  
Clean the viewing screen only with a soft, lint-free cloth.  
Keep the area around your iSee clean from dust, smoke,  
and other contaminants.  
Do not allow moisture or liquids, including water or cleaning  
fluids, to touch the iSee. Thinner, benzene, or alcohol-based  
solvents can mar the surface of your iSee.  
Do not drop or jolt the iSee.  
Do not attempt to open the iSee and service it yourself.  
Removing the cover may damage the iSee and void your  
warranty. Entrust service to experienced service personnel  
only.  
Do not attempt to clean your iSee using solvent-based  
cleaners.  
Follow all instructions carefully when you’re using the  
Standard Dock or inserting or removing a custom adapter.  
Caution: Be careful of static electricity. The iSee may stop  
working and have to be restarted if operated in a strong  
electrostatic environment.  
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Follow these simple instructions and you’ll be up and running in  
no time.  
Note the Serial Number and Register Your Product  
First, note the serial number and date of purchase of your iSee.  
Write the information here, so you’ll have a record:  
My iSee 360i Serial Number Is:  
The Date of Purchase Is:  
You’ll need this information in case you need service, or if your  
iSee is lost. Also, be sure to register your iSee at our website:  
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Step 1: Load the Battery in the iSee  
To load the battery:  
1. Open the iSee’s battery compartment by pulling up and out  
on the battery cover.  
Open the Battery Compartment  
2. Unwrap the battery. Note the set of battery contacts.  
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3. Place the battery into the iSee so the battery’s contacts mate  
with those in the iSee.  
Load the iSee Battery  
4. Replace the battery cover.  
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Step 2: Charge the iSee Battery  
Before attempting to use the iSee, plug in the AC adapter and  
charge the battery for two hours.  
Charge the iSee Battery for 2 Hours First  
While your iSee battery is charging, you can start installing the  
iSee software on your computer.  
Step 3: Install iSee files on your iPod  
To install iSee software and sample files, you insert the iSee  
software disc in your computer, then follow the instructions on  
the computer’s monitor.  
Enabling iPod Disk Use  
As one of the steps, you are asked to enable disk use on your  
iPod. This allows your iPod to be used much like a hard disk.  
You enable disk use from the iTunes Edit | Preferences menu.  
(The iSee installer explains how.)  
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Disabling iTunes Auto-Launch  
If you’ve been using iTunes with your iPod, you know that  
iTunes usually auto-launches (launches automatically)  
whenever you connect your iPod to the computer. Disabling  
iTunes auto-launch is optional, but it’s more convenient if you  
do so, because the VidiScape installation replaces this iTunes  
auto-launch with its own auto-launch selector. (The iSee  
installer also explains how to disable iTunes auto-launch.) You  
can always launch iTunes manually, simply by double-clicking  
on the iTunes icon.  
Installation Options  
The installer displays several installation options. In most  
cases, you’ll want to install all of the software and files on the  
disc.  
The installer places a VidiScape icon on your Windows  
desktop, and places a shortcut to VidiScape in your Start  
menu.  
The iSee software disc contains:  
Driver files and other firmware that are installed on your iPod  
to let the iSee work with your computer.  
Sample video, pictures, and music—including a convenient  
tutorial video—that load automatically onto your iPod, so you  
can get started using your iSee right away.  
VidiScape software for your computer that lets you manage  
your media files (video, music, and photos) and download  
them to the iSee. VidiScape also converts those media files  
into formats that your iSee can play.  
ArcSoft MediaConverter software that is used by VidiScape  
to convert a wide variety of media files for the iSee.  
DirectX 9, which is required by VidiScape. You don’t need to  
install this if you already have DirectX 9 on your computer.  
If Asked to Restart Your Computer  
Depending on your computer’s current configuration and what  
you install, you may be asked to restart your computer when a  
particular installation step is complete. You can safely wait until  
you’ve installed all software on your computer before you  
restart. (In other words, you only have to restart once!)  
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To install iSee software on your computer:  
1. Insert the iSee software disc in the computer. You see the  
iSee installer window.  
Insert the iSee Software Disc  
(If you don’t see the iSee installer window, use Windows  
Explorer to double-click the Setup.exe file on the iSee  
software disc.)  
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2. On the iSee installer window, click the Set Up iPod button  
and follow the prompts.  
3. When prompted to connect your iPod, use a USB cable to  
connect your iPod to your computer, then click OK. (After  
connecting, you may have to wait a few moments before you  
can successfully proceed; the iSee installer has to recognize  
and evaluate your iPod.)  
4. If iTunes launches, allow iTunes to update the iPod before  
proceeding.  
Connect Your iPod to the Computer  
Note: For connecting to a PC, use a USB cable. Do not use  
a FireWire (IEEE 1394) cable.  
The installer automatically copies iSee drivers and sample  
video and other files onto your iPod, ready for playing on the  
iSee.  
5. When you see the Configure iTunes text box, open iTunes if it  
is not already open on your computer. (To open iTunes, go  
to the Windows Start menu, select Programs, and select  
iTunes.)  
6. Move the Configure iTunes text box out of the way, and in  
iTunes go to Edit | Preferences and choose the iPod tab.  
7. Under the iPod tab, select the Music tab, if it’s not already on  
the screen.  
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8. In the iTunes Music tab:  
Optional but recommended: Turn off (uncheck) the box  
marked Open iTunes when this iPod is attached.  
Required: Turn on (check) the box marked Enable disk  
use. (If you see a message about manually ejecting the  
iPod when enabled for disk use, select Do not warn me  
again and click OK.) If the box is checked but grayed, it’s  
OK to proceed.  
In iTunes, Disable Auto-Launch and Enable iPod Disk Use  
9. When you’ve made the necessary changes, in the Music tab  
click OK.  
10.When iTunes has finished updating the iPod with these new  
settings, close iTunes.  
11.Go back to the iSee installer’s Configure iTunes box and  
click Done. (You don’t need to restart your computer after  
this step.) You see the iSee installer window again.  
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Note: Except for adding iSee files, this does not change the  
iPod in any way. All music, video, or pictures you’ve loaded  
with iTunes remain safe and undisturbed. Content from the  
iSee and content from iTunes coexist peacefully within your  
iPod.  
12.In the iSee installer window, click on the Install VidiScape  
button and follow the prompts to install VidiScape. Don’t  
restart your computer or launch VidiScape yet.  
13.Click the Install MediaConverter button to install ArcSoft  
MediaConverter. (You don’t need to restart your computer  
yet.)  
14.Go ahead and install DirectX 9.  
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If you know you already have DirectX 9 on your computer,  
go to the next step now to exit the installer.  
15.When you see the installer window again, click the Exit  
Installer button to exit the installer.  
16.Remove the iSee Software disc from the computer, click the  
Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Windows system tray,  
wait for the iPod’s Do not disconnect screen to disappear,  
and disconnect your iPod.  
Note: From now on, you should manually eject iPod before  
each disconnect. To manually eject the iPod, you can either  
a) Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Windows  
system tray; or b) Click VidiScape’s File | Eject Device  
command.  
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Eject the iPod, Then Disconnect It  
When You’re Done Installing Software  
17.Restart your computer to complete the installation of  
VidiScape and other software.  
Step 4: Insert Your iPod in the iSee  
Now it’s time to insert your iPod into the iSee. If you have a  
standard iPod, it will slide right in. If you have another iPod,  
such as the iPod mini, iPod nano, or iPod video, you’ll need to  
use an adapter. Adapters are available for purchase where you  
To insert a standard iPod:  
1. Position the iPod so its screen is facing to the rear of the  
iSee, and the iPod’s USB connector is oriented toward the  
iSee.  
2. Slide the iPod into the iSee until the connectors are mated  
securely.  
Inserting a Standard iPod Into the iSee  
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To insert an iPod mini, iPod nano, or iPod video:  
1. Make sure you have the correct adapter for your iPod. Each  
type of iPod has its own unique adapter. Adapters are  
optional accessories and are available from your iSee  
dealer.  
Caution: If you have more than one type of iPod, be sure to  
remove the adapter before attempting to insert a different  
model iPod or adapter. Be especially careful if you have an  
iPod video adapter. This is a sled that rests in the iSee to  
position the iPod video correctly, and it’s easy to overlook.  
2. With the iPod facing up, orient the adapter so its open  
surface is also up, and so its inner USB connector is  
positioned to mate with the iPod’s connector. (The iSee  
video adapter has no inner USB connector.)  
3. Slide the adapter over the iPod until the connectors mate  
securely.  
Using an Adapter with the iPod mini, nano, or video  
4. Position the adapter so the iPod screen is facing to the rear  
of the iSee, and the adapter’s outer USB connector is  
oriented toward the iSee.  
5. Slide the adapter into the iSee until the adapter clicks into  
place and the connectors are mated securely.  
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Plug In Headphones  
To allow you to listen to music or video, plug your iPod’s  
headphones into the iSee headphone jack.  
Plug the iPod Headphones Into the iSee  
Step 5: Turn On the iSee Power  
Press the on/off button to turn on the iSee. The on/off LED is  
illuminated, and you see the iSee logo in the iSee viewing  
screen, followed by the main menu.  
Turn On the iSee  
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View the Main Menu  
The main menu lets you control the iPod and the iSee. For  
details, see “Section 3. Using the iSee.”  
Don’t disconnect the iPod  
while it displays this  
Caution: When you turn on  
iSee, the docked iPod goes  
into Do not disconnect  
mode. Do not attempt to  
remove the iPod while it is  
docked in the iSee and the  
iSee is on.  
A Final Step  
Don’t forget to remove the transparent protective covering from  
the iSee screen. And be sure to always transport your iSee in  
its protective sleeve.  
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Battery Life and Battery Charging  
With a full charge, the iSee’s battery normally provides up to  
four hours of power for watching video, listening to music, or  
viewing pictures and slide shows. The battery also supplies  
additional power to charge your iPod.  
Using the Battery Level Indicator  
During some operations, the battery level indicator appears in  
the upper left corner of the iSee screen. It shows an  
approximate representation of remaining iSee battery life.  
The battery level indicator gives an indication of  
how much playing time is left.  
Battery Charging and the On/Off LED  
When the iSee is off and the AC adapter is connected, the iSee  
is in sleep mode. It continues to charge its battery as well as  
the iPod battery. The iSee's on/off LED blinks to indicate the  
iSee battery charge level. A slow blink interval means the  
battery is charging; the LED blinks more rapidly as the battery  
nears full charge. When the LED no longer blinks, the iSee  
battery is fully charged.  
Shutting Down the iSee  
Here’s how to shut down your iSee.  
Normal Shutdown  
1. To turn off the iSee, press the power button for 1 second.  
2. If you are going to remove the iPod from the iSee, turn off  
the iSee and disconnect the AC adapter.  
3. Once the iSee is shut down and you no longer see the “Do  
not disconnect” screen on the iPod, you can remove the  
iPod from the iSee player.  
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Note: Shutting down the iSee does not shut off the iPod.  
After shutting down the iSee, you can shut off the iPod  
normally, by pressing and holding the iPod’s Play/Pause  
button. Or the iPod switches off automatically after the  
standard period of no user activity.  
Emergency Shutdown and Reset  
If the iSee appears unresponsive or seems to be operating  
incorrectly, you can perform an emergency shutdown. This  
resets the iSee and should allow recovery from any  
malfunction.  
To perform an emergency shutdown and reset:  
1. Ensure the AC adapter is disconnected.  
2. Press and hold iSee’s on/off button for 5 seconds. The iSee  
will shut down.  
3. Wait 30 seconds and press the on/off button to restart the  
iSee.  
4. If the iSee is still unresponsive, remove and reinsert the  
battery.  
Removing the iPod  
To remove an iPod or an adapter:  
1. Make sure power to the iSee is switched off and the AC  
adapter is disconnected.  
2. Look at the iPod’s screen to ensure it is blank or shows the  
normal iPod menu. Do not remove the iPod if you see the  
“Do not disconnect” screen.  
3. If using an adapter, remove the iPod from the adapter first;  
then go on to step 4 to remove the adapter from the iSee.  
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4. Press the iPod/adapter lock to the UNLOCK position (in the  
direction of the AC adapter connector) to unlock the iPod or  
the empty adapter, then slide the iPod or adapter from the  
iSee. Press outward at the base, between the battery and  
the connectors. Do not use excessive force, as you can  
cause damage or void the warranty.  
Removing an iPod or an adapter  
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Using the iSee Control Panel  
You use the control panel to command the iSee. Simply press  
the button for the action you want.  
Control Panel  
Button  
How to Use It  
Left ()  
Move left in a list or a mosaic.  
Rewind while playing video.  
Pan left while viewing zoomed photo.  
Restart a playing song; next Left  
goes to previous song.  
Adjust variable settings to the left.  
Up ()  
Go upward in a list or mosaic.  
Increase volume when playing music  
or video.  
Pan up while viewing zoomed photo.  
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Control Panel  
Button  
How to Use It  
Menu (  
)
Click and hold to go to Settings  
menu.  
Click once to go back to previous  
screen.  
Right ()  
Move right to next item in list or  
mosaic.  
Fast-forward in playing video.  
Pan right in zoomed picture.  
Go to next song when playing music.  
Adjust variable settings to the right.  
Select ()  
Select current item. Primary  
selection button; means “Go forward”  
or “Choice confirmed.”  
Play and pause video while in video  
playback.  
Down ()  
Go downward in menu list or mosaic.  
Reduce volume when playing music  
or video.  
Pan down in zoomed picture.  
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Viewing the Main Screen  
When you first turn on iSee, you see the main menu screen  
showing three menu headings—MUSIC, VIDEO, and PHOTO.  
You can use the control panel buttons to listen to music, show  
pictures, play video, and control the iSee and the iPod.  
In the Main Menu, Scroll Left and Right  
or Browse Up or Down  
Navigating the iSee Menus  
Navigating the iSee menus is easy. Here’s all you really need  
to know:  
To scroll the main menu:  
In the main menu screen press the control panel Left ()  
and Right () buttons to navigate through the major menu  
headings. You see the selection highlight move to the  
selected media.  
Use the control panel Left () button to scroll all the way left  
to the iPOD heading.  
Use the Right () button to scroll all the way right to the  
RECORD button.  
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To browse the different media:  
With the main menu displayed and the selection highlight on  
a media type (MUSIC, VIDEO, or PHOTO), you can:  
Press Up () or Down () to browse the elements in that  
media type (albums, video titles, or photos) one at a time.  
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Press Select () to select the media type and see a  
mosaic of albums, video titles, or photos.  
To play media:  
1. Once you have selected a media type, use the Up (),  
Down (), Right () and Left () buttons to navigate within  
the media type, then press Select () to choose one for  
playing.  
2. Press Select () again to begin playing.  
3. While playing, press Select () to pause and resume.  
To move back:  
Press the Menu ( ) button to “back up” through the menus.  
(Press and hold the Menu ( ) button to go to the main  
System Settings menu.)  
Navigating a Settings Menu  
System settings menus have slider controls, toggle controls,  
and dialog screens.  
System Setting How to Use It  
Control  
Slider Control  
Use the Right () button to increase the  
value; use the Left () button to  
decrease the value.  
Example:  
Toggle Controls  
Example:  
Press Select (), Left (), or  
Right () to toggle between on (“X”) and  
off.  
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Control  
A setting label followed by three periods  
(…) indicates one or more dialog  
screens. Dialog screens give you  
information or allow you to perform some  
function. Use the Right () button to  
advance to the next screen; the Left ()  
button moves back to the previous  
screen.  
Dialog Screens  
Example:  
Playing Videos  
To play a video, it must be on the iPod, and it must be in a  
format the iSee can understand. To place iSee-ready videos on  
the iPod you can:  
Load videos onto the iPod using the software shipped with  
your iSee. (See the manual Using VidiScape with Your iSee  
for more details.)  
Record video directly to the iPod with the iSee installed in  
the Standard Dock. (See Section 4 of this manual for more  
details.)  
To play a video:  
1. If you are not already in the main menu, use the Menu (  
button until you see the main menu screen.  
)
2. In the main menu use the control panel scroll buttons to  
move the selection highlight to VIDEO. Then press  
Select (). You see a mosaic of video titles.  
3. Use the scroll buttons to browse by moving the selection  
highlight to different selections, then press Select () to  
choose a selection. You see a larger view of the selection,  
with the accompanying title.  
4. Press Select () to begin playing the video. The video  
begins playing.  
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5. While the video is playing, you can use these buttons to  
control it:  
Press Select () to pause the video. Press Select ()  
again to resume playing it.  
Press Right () to fast-forward ahead in the video. Press  
Right () again to move faster. Press and hold the button  
to speed up to shuttle-style fast-forward, which allows you  
to quickly move forward to any part of the video.  
Press Left () to go backward in the video. Press Left ()  
again or press and hold the button to increase the speed  
of going backward. Press and hold the button to speed up  
to shuttle-style fast-backward, which allows you to quickly  
move backward to any part of the video.  
Use the Up () and Down () buttons to change the  
audio volume.  
Press and hold the Menu ( ) button to see the Video  
Settings menu.  
Note: Longer video files can take a few moments to start  
playing.  
Changing Audio Volume  
You can change the volume of music or other audio directly  
from the iSee control panel while music is playing. Or you can  
use the settings menus to change audio volume.  
To change the audio volume directly from the control panel:  
1. Start playing a video or music selection.  
2. While the selection is playing, press iSee control panel’s the  
Up () and Down () buttons to change the volume. You  
see a graphical representation of volume in the display.  
To change the audio volume using the System Settings menu.  
1. Repeatedly press the Menu ( ) button until you see the  
main menu.  
2. With the main menu displayed, press and hold the Menu (  
button. You see the System Settings menu.  
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3. At the System Settings menu use the control panel scroll  
buttons to place the selection highlight on Volume. Then  
press Right () to increase the volume, or Left () to  
decrease the volume.  
4. Press Menu ( ) again to get back to the main menu.  
Onscreen Indicators  
For many actions, such as a video playing or a change of  
battery state, you see an indicator of your action appear briefly  
in the iSee screen, along with the timecode and the battery  
level indicator. The indicators fade after a few seconds to allow  
unimpeded viewing.  
Changing Video Settings  
To change video settings:  
1. When the iSee is playing a video, press and hold the  
Menu ( ) button. You see the Video Settings menu.  
2. Make any changes to the menu. The changes take effect  
immediately.  
3. Press Menu ( ) again. The video resumes playing.  
Video Settings  
For each setting, use the control panel scroll buttons to place  
the selection highlight (showing the current selection) over the  
setting. Then press Select (), Right (), or Left () to  
toggle a check box; or press Select () to activate a dialog  
box; or press Right () or Left () to change a slider setting.  
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Video Setting  
How to Use It  
Volume  
Controls volume of music or video.  
(Default is 5.)  
TV-Out  
Turn on (“X”) to output iSee’s display to  
a TV; off for normal display on the  
iSee’s screen. (Default is normal  
display.)  
Note: Do not select TV-Out without a  
TV connected, because when TV-Out  
is enabled, the iSee screen is blank.  
You can press Select () again or  
restart iSee to turn off TV-Out.  
Channel Surf  
Turn on (“X”) for channel surf; off for  
normal mode. (Default is normal  
mode.)  
With channel surf on: Press Right ()  
for the next video, or Left () for the  
previous video; this is like changing  
channel (surfing) on a TV.  
Press and hold Right () to seek  
forward within a video, or Left () to  
seek backward.  
With channel surf off: Press Right ()  
for fast forward within the video, or Left  
() for fast rewind.  
Press and hold Right () for seek  
forward, or Left () for seek backward.  
Auto Play  
Turn on (“X”) to proceed automatically  
from the end of one video to the  
beginning of the next; off to return to  
video browsing after playing a video.  
(Default is off.)  
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Video Setting  
How to Use It  
Delete...  
Displays current video ready for  
deletion. Press Select () to confirm  
the deletion or Menu ( ) to cancel. Or  
use Left () and Right () to select a  
different video to delete.  
Video Browse Settings  
The video browse settings let you change settings for video  
browsing.  
To change video browse settings:  
1. If you are not already in the main menu, use the Menu (  
button until you see the main menu screen.  
)
2. In the main menu use the control panel scroll buttons to  
move the selection highlight to VIDEO. Then press  
Select (). You see a mosaic of video titles.  
3. Use the scroll buttons to browse by moving the selection  
highlight to different selections, then press Select () to  
choose a selection. You see a larger view of the selection,  
with the accompanying title.  
4. To change settings for this screen, press and hold the  
Menu ( ) button. You see the Settings menu for video  
browsing.  
5. Make any changes to the menu. The changes take effect  
immediately.  
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Video Browse  
Setting  
How to Use It  
Volume  
Adjust audio volume for video and  
music. (Default is 5.)  
TV-Out  
Turn on (“X”) to output iSee’s display to  
a TV; or off for normal display on the  
iSee’s screen. (Default is normal  
display.)  
Note: Do not select TV-Out without a TV  
connected, because when TV-Out is  
enabled, the iSee screen is blank. You  
can press Select () again or restart  
iSee to turn off TV-Out.  
Delete...  
Displays current video ready for deletion.  
Press Select () to confirm the  
deletion or Menu ( ) to cancel. Or use  
Left () and Right () to select a  
different video to delete.  
Listening to Music  
Music is arranged in albums. The songs you want to play must  
be in MP3 format on the iPod. (You can place songs on the  
iPod using the VidiScape software. See the manual Using  
VidiScape with Your iSee for more details.)  
To play music:  
1. Use the Menu ( ) button until you see the main menu.  
2. At the main menu screen, use the control panel scroll  
buttons to move the selection highlight to MUSIC. Then  
press Select (). You see a mosaic of music albums.  
3. Use the scroll buttons to browse by moving the selection  
highlight to different albums, then press Select () to  
choose an album. You see a list of songs in the album.  
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4. Press Select () to start playing from the beginning; or  
scroll to a song and press Select () to begin with that  
song. You hear the song and see an indicator that it is  
playing.  
5. While the song is playing, you can use these buttons to  
control play:  
Press Select () to pause. Press Select () again to  
resume playing.  
Use the Up () and Down () buttons to change the  
audio volume.  
Press and hold the Menu ( ) button to see the Music  
Settings menu.  
Press Right () to move forward in the song list. Press  
and hold the button to speed up; you can quickly advance  
or retreat to any song in your library within seconds.  
Press Left () once to restart the current song from its  
beginning; or press Left () twice to go to the last song in  
the song list. Press Left () again, or press and hold the  
button, to increase the speed of going backward.  
When the song finishes playing, the iSee proceeds  
automatically to the next song in the album. The iSee will  
continue to play every song in your library in a continuous loop.  
In fact, unless you stop it, your iSee will play as long as it has  
power.  
Changing Music Settings  
To change music settings:  
1. When the iSee is playing a song, press and hold the  
Menu ( ) button. You see the Music Settings menu.  
2. Make any changes to the menu. The changes take effect  
immediately.  
3. Press Menu ( ) again.  
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Music Settings  
For each setting, use the control panel Scroll buttons to place  
the selection highlight (indicating the current selection) on the  
setting. Then press Select (), Right (), or Left () to  
toggle a check box; or press Select () to activate a dialog  
box; or press Right () or Left () to change a slider setting.  
Music Setting  
How to Use It  
Volume  
Controls volume of music or video.  
(Default is 5.)  
TV-Out  
Turn on (“X”) to output iSee’s display to  
a TV; off for normal display on the  
iSee’s screen. (Default is normal  
display.)  
Note: Do not select TV-Out without a  
TV connected, because when TV-Out  
is enabled, the iSee screen is blank.  
You can press Select () again or  
restart iSee to turn off TV-Out.  
Shuffle  
Turn on (“X”) to play the library’s songs  
in random order; off to play in the list  
order. (Default is list order.)  
Delete...  
Displays current song ready for  
deletion. Press Select () to confirm  
the deletion or Menu ( ) to cancel. Or  
use Left () and Right () to select a  
different song to delete.  
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Song List Settings  
The song list settings let you change settings for song lists.  
To change song list settings:  
1. If you are not already in the main menu, use the Menu (  
button until you see the main menu screen.  
)
2. In the main menu use the control panel scroll buttons to  
move the selection highlight to MUSIC. Then press  
Select (). You see a mosaic of music album titles.  
3. Navigate to a music album and press Select (). You see  
the song list for this album.  
4. Highlight a song, then press and hold the Menu ( ) button.  
You see the Settings menu for the song list.  
5. Make any changes to the menu. The changes take effect  
immediately.  
Song List  
Setting  
How to Use It  
Volume  
Adjust volume for video and music.  
(Default is 5.)  
TV-Out  
Turn on (“X”) to output iSee’s display to  
a TV; or off for normal display on the  
iSee’s screen. (Default is normal  
display.)  
Note: Do not select TV-Out without a TV  
connected, because when TV-Out is  
enabled, the iSee screen is blank. You  
can press Select () again or restart  
iSee to turn off TV-Out.  
Delete...  
Displays current song ready for deletion.  
Press Select () to confirm the  
deletion or Menu ( ) to cancel. Or use  
Left () and Right () to select a  
different song to delete.  
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Viewing Photos and Slide Shows  
You can view individual photos, or display photos in a slide  
show. You can also pan and zoom individual photos. The  
photos must be .jpg (JPEG) files that have been loaded into the  
iPod. You can convert and load photos using the software that  
accompanies your iSee. (For more details, see the manual  
Using VidiScape with Your iSee.)  
To view a slide show:  
1. If you are not already in the main menu, use the Menu (  
button until you arrive at the main menu.  
)
2. At the main menu screen, use the control panel scroll  
buttons to move the selection highlight to PHOTO. Then  
press Select (). You see a mosaic of photos.  
3. Use the scroll buttons to browse by moving the selection  
highlight to different photos, then press Select () to  
choose a photo. You see the photo displayed full-screen.  
4. With the photo displayed, press Select () again to launch  
a slide show. You see all photos displayed in sequence.  
5. To pause a running slide show, press Select ().  
6. If you haven’t zoomed a photo, you can use Right () and  
Left () to go to the next photo. Hold down either Right ()  
or Left () to get a fast review of images.  
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To pan and zoom a photo:  
1. Select an individual photo; or halt a running slide show by  
pressing Select ().  
2. Press and hold Select (). You see the word Zoom in the  
display for a moment, indicating the iSee is in zoom and pan  
mode. While in this mode, you can:  
Use Select () to zoom in on the photo. Multiple  
presses increase the zoom.  
Use the Right (), Left (), Up () and Down ()  
buttons to pan right, left, up and down.  
Use Menu ( ) to zoom all the way out.  
Adding Background Music to a Slide Show  
You can add background music, allowing you to play a slide  
show of photos with music accompaniment.  
To play a slide show with music:  
1. Start playing a music album. (See page 34 for how to start  
playing an album.)  
2. Then start the slide show normally. While playing the slide  
show, you can use the Up () and Down () buttons to  
control music volume.  
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Changing Photo Settings  
To change photo settings:  
1. When the iSee is showing a photo or playing a slide show,  
press and hold the Menu ( ) button. You see the Photo  
Settings menu.  
2. Make any changes to the menu. The changes take effect  
immediately.  
3. Press Menu ( ) again. You see the photo with the new  
setting in effect.  
Photo Settings  
For each setting, use the control panel scroll buttons to place  
the selection highlight (indicating the current selection) on the  
setting. Then press Select (), Right (), or Left () to  
toggle a check box; or press Select () to activate a dialog  
box; or press Right () or Left () to change a slider setting.  
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Photo Setting  
How to Use It  
Volume  
Controls volume of music.  
(Default is 5.)  
TV-Out  
Turn on (“X”) to output iSee’s display to  
a TV; off for normal display on the  
iSee’s screen. (Default is normal  
display.)  
Note: Do not select TV-Out without a  
TV connected, because when TV-Out  
is enabled, the iSee screen is blank.  
You can press Select () again or  
restart iSee to turn off TV-Out.  
Caption  
Turn on (“X”) to see a caption  
displayed with each photo; off for  
normal mode. (Default is normal mode,  
no caption.)  
Slide Time  
Delete...  
Use Right () to increase the display  
time for each photo in a slide show;  
use Left () to decrease the time.  
(Default is 2.)  
Displays current photo ready for  
deletion. Press Select () to confirm  
the deletion or Menu ( ) to cancel. Or  
use Left () and Right () to select a  
different photo to delete.  
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Changing System Settings  
Besides the specific settings menus for each mode, the iSee  
includes a main System Settings menu.  
To view the main System Settings menu:  
At the main menu screen, press and hold the Menu (  
)
button. You see the System Settings menu.  
System Setting How to Use It  
Volume  
Adjust volume for video and music.  
(Default is 5.)  
TV-Out  
Turn on (“X”) to output iSee’s display to  
a TV; or off (“O”) for normal display on  
the iSee’s screen. (Default is normal  
display.)  
Note: Do not select TV-Out without a TV  
connected, because when TV-Out is  
enabled, the iSee screen is blank. You  
can press Select () again or restart  
iSee to turn off TV-Out.  
Reset Settings  
Press Select () to reset all settings to  
their factory defaults.  
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System Setting How to Use It  
User Guide...  
Press Select () to display firmware  
version, usage hints and important  
information about your iSee. Use  
Right () and Left () to move through  
the User Guide screens.  
Changing Mosaic Settings  
The Mosaic Settings menu allows you to control the size and  
number of “thumbnail” pictures you see in the mosaic screen.  
To change mosaic settings:  
1. Use the Menu ( ) button until you see the main menu.  
2. At the main menu screen, use the control panel scroll  
buttons to move the selection highlight to MUSIC, VIDEO, or  
PHOTOS. Then press Select (). You see a mosaic of  
thumbnail representations of the files.  
3. Press and hold the Menu ( ) button until you see the  
Mosaic Settings menu.  
4. For each setting, use the control panel scroll buttons to place  
the selection highlight (indicating the current selection) over  
the setting. Then press Select (), Right (), or Left ()  
to toggle a check box; or press Select () to activate a  
dialog box; or press Right () or Left () to change a slider  
setting. This changes the mosaic settings for all displays  
(music, video, and photos).  
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Mosaic Mode  
Setting  
How to Use It  
Volume  
Adjust volume for video and music.  
(Default is 5.)  
TV-Out  
Turn on (“X”) to output iSee’s display to  
a TV; or off for normal display on the  
iSee’s screen. (Default is normal  
display.)  
Note: Do not select TV-Out without a TV  
connected, because when TV-Out is  
enabled, the iSee screen is blank. You  
can press Select () again or restart  
iSee to turn off TV-Out.  
Caption  
Turn on (“X”) for captions showing  
information about the media (for  
example, filenames); off for display  
without captions. (Default is off.)  
Mosaic Size  
Delete...  
Controls size of thumbnail  
representations. A larger number means  
more, but smaller, thumbnails on the  
screen. (Default is 3.)  
Deletes the current object (album, video,  
or photo). Press Select () to confirm  
the deletion or Menu ( ) to cancel. Or  
use Left () and Right () to select a  
different object to delete.  
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With the iSee and its Standard Dock, you can record video  
from a camera, DVD, VCR, or other source directly to the iPod,  
converting it to MPEG-4 video format for later playing on the  
iSee.  
Video Recording Setup  
To set up for video recording, you need the iSee, the Standard  
Dock accessory, and the A/V cables.  
To set up for video recording:  
1. Insert the iPod into the iSee.  
2. Insert the iSee into the Standard Dock, making sure the  
connector is seated securely.  
3. Connect the audio output of a video source (camcorder,  
DVD player, satellite TV, VCR, etc.) to the AUDIO IN  
connector of the Standard Dock.  
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4. Connect the video output of the source to the VIDEO IN  
connector of the Standard Dock.  
5. (Optional) To monitor the recording on a TV or computer,  
connect the Standard Dock’s AUDIO OUT connector to the  
audio input of the TV or computer.  
6. (Optional) Connect the VIDEO OUT connector to the video  
input of the TV or computer.  
The iSee screen is 320 x 240, but video is held internally in 640  
x 480 resolution. Video transferred through the Standard  
Dock’s Video Out connector is at the full 640 x 480 TV  
resolution.  
Video Recording to the iPod  
With the setup shown above, you can now record video to the  
iPod.  
To record video on the iPod:  
1. Start the video source (camcorder, VCR, etc.).  
2. If you are not already in the main menu, use the Menu (  
)
button until you arrive at the main menu. Use the Right ()  
button to move the selection highlight to RECORD. Then  
press Select ().  
3. You now see the word Preview along with a video preview  
from your connected source. If you don’t see a video  
preview, check your cable connections. See  
“Troubleshooting Tips” on page 60.  
4. Press Select () to begin recording. You see a Record  
message and a time counter, indicating that video is being  
recorded by the iSee. The iSee is now recording to the iPod.  
5. Press Select () to end recording. When recording stops,  
the recording is saved and you see the Video Browse screen  
with the recorded video ready for playback, if desired.  
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6. To stop one recording and start another soon after—for  
example to skip a commercial—press the Menu ( ) button  
to stop recording. The current recording is saved as a file,  
and you see the preview screen, ready to record again.  
Then:  
When the commercial is over, press Select () to begin  
recording again. (You’ll be recording to a new file.)  
-or-  
To exit the preview screen, press the Menu ( ) button to  
arrive at the main menu.  
You can play the video files you’ve created, just as you play  
any other video on your iSee. If you want to give the video a  
name, move video files to your computer, or convert the video  
to another format, use the software that accompanies your  
iSee. (See the manual Using VidiScape with Your iSee  
contained on the iSee software disc.)  
If You’re Using a Camcorder  
Some camcorders have Line-Out jacks, while others may use a  
cable. Depending on your camcorder model, you may need to  
purchase a female-to-female RCA adapter from your local  
electronics store.  
Recorded Video File Size  
Recording video for one hour will create a video file on your  
iPod of about 800 megabytes to 1 gigabyte.  
Recording from Battery Power  
When recording video, you can record without the AC adapter  
connected to the Standard Dock. This enables mobile  
recording—for example, from a handheld camera—without AC  
available. Of course the iSee battery is used both to power  
itself and to charge the iPod, so recording time will be limited.  
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Changing the Record Settings  
You can change the settings for recording video.  
To change the record settings:  
1. (Optional) Start the video source (camcorder, VCR, etc.).  
2. If you are not already in the main menu, use the Menu (  
)
button until you arrive at the main menu. Use the Right ()  
button to move the selection highlight to the RECORD  
button. Then press Select ().  
3. You now see the word Preview (along with a video from the  
video source, if connected.  
4. Press and hold the Menu ( ) button to see the Record  
Settings menu.  
Record Setting  
How to Use It  
Volume  
Adjust audio volume for playback.  
(Default is 5.)  
TV-Out  
Turn on (“X”) to output iSee’s display to  
a TV; or off for normal display on the  
iSee’s screen. (Default is normal  
display.)  
Note: Do not select TV-Out without a TV  
connected, because when TV-Out is  
enabled, the iSee screen is blank. You  
can press Select () again or restart  
iSee to turn off TV-Out.  
Delete...  
Deletes a video. When you select  
Delete..., you see the latest video you  
recorded. You can choose this video or  
scroll left or right to choose another  
video to delete. Press Select () to  
confirm the deletion or Menu ( ) to  
cancel. Or use Left () and Right () to  
select a different video to delete.  
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Viewing with the Standard Dock  
You don’t have to use the Standard Dock only for recording.  
You can connect a television or multimedia system to the  
Standard Dock and watch video or slide shows on your TV.  
1. To view a video or slide show on your TV or computer,  
connect the Standard Dock’s VIDEO OUT connector to the  
video input of the TV or computer.  
2. Connect the AUDIO OUT connector to the audio input of the  
TV or computer.  
3. Go to any of the settings menus and enable TV OUT. You  
now see the iSee display on your TV.  
4. Use the iSee control panel to start the video or slide show.  
Note: The audio volume level on the screen or on the TV  
indicates the audio level at the iSee headphone jack, not  
the audio output of the Standard Dock.  
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Section 5. Using iPod Play-Through Mode  
The iSee uses your iPod much as if the iPod were a hard disk.  
And while that iSee-enabled iPod is connected to your  
computer, VidiScape gives you access to all the iSee media  
you’ve loaded onto the iPod.  
How iTunes and iSee Share Your iPod  
Using VidiScape to load iSee-specific music, video and  
pictures onto your iPod does not change the other files you  
have there. Any media content you’ve loaded onto the iPod  
with iTunes remains safe and undisturbed. The media files  
from iSee and iTunes coexist peacefully in separate areas of  
the iPod, and don’t affect each other.  
Hint: When the iPod displays “Do not disconnect,” it’s  
operating as part of the iSee. When the iPod displays the  
standard iPod menu or screen, it’s operating as an iPod.  
The iPod’s disk space is shared by the iSee and iTunes. For  
example, if you have a 30GB iPod with 10 GB of iTunes on it,  
the iSee can use the remaining 20 GB for its files.  
Three Ways to Use iPod  
With your iPod inserted in iSee, there are actually three ways  
to use it.  
iSee on: With iSee power on, you can play iSee content:  
video, music, or photos that you’ve loaded with VidiScape.  
And you can record video directly from live TV, DVD, VCR—  
almost any video source.  
iSee off: When the iSee power is off, you can turn the iSee  
over and use the iPod to play iTunes-loaded music, video,  
and pictures just as you always have. To listen to iTunes  
media, simply plug the headphones directly into the iPod.  
The iSee continues to charge the iPod battery.  
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Section 5. Using iPod Play-Through Mode  
iPod play-through: Or you can switch the iSee to iPod play-  
through mode. This iSee main menu option actually lets you  
“play-through” content loaded with iTunes. iPod play-through  
mode lets you view iTunes-loaded video or photos on the  
iSee’s larger screen, and control volume with the iSee  
control panel. (You can also control volume, as well as  
play/pause, fast forward, and rewind, with the iPod’s  
controls.)  
Using iPod Play-through  
For iPod play-through mode, you select the iSee’s main menu  
iPOD button, set the iPod’s (not the iSee’s) settings to TV Out  
or Video Out, and start the iPod playing. Then you can view  
and listen on the iSee. Briefly press the iSee’s Menu (  
button to return to normal operation.  
)
The following procedure gives details of how to use iPod play-  
through to watch a video. You can use much the same  
procedure to view a slide show or listen to music.  
Note: This assumes you have an iPod that’s capable of  
playing video.  
To use iSee to watch an iPod video:  
1. If you are not already in the iSee main menu, use the  
Menu ( ) button until you arrive at the main menu.  
2. Use the Left () button to move the selection highlight to  
iPOD. Then press Select (). You see iSee display  
changed to indicate iPod mode.  
3. Flip your iSee over so you can see the iPod’s front panel.  
4. On the iPod’s menu select Videos. You see the iPod’s  
Videos menu.  
5. On the iPod’s Videos menu select Video Settings. You see  
the Settings menu for the iPod.  
6. On the iPod, click the select button to set TV Out to On.  
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7. On the iPod, click the iPod’s MENU button to go back to the  
Videos menu.  
8. On the iPod’s Videos menu, select the type of video to view:  
Movies, TV Shows, Video Podcasts, etc.  
9. On the iPod, select the video and start it playing. You see  
Now Playing on the iPod’s screen.  
10.Flip the iSee over and enjoy the video on the iSee’s larger  
screen.  
While the video is playing:  
Use the iSee control panel’s Up () and Down () buttons  
to change the audio volume. (You can also adjust volume  
with the iPod’s controls.) Other iSee controls have no effect.  
Turn the iSee over and use the iPod’s controls as you would  
normally to stop and resume playing the video, fast forward  
or go backward, etc.  
To return to normal iSee operation, click the iSee’s  
Menu ( ) button once.  
Remember that to watch video on the iPod again, change the  
iPod’s TV-Out setting back to Off.  
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Section 6. About VidiScape Software  
The VidiScape software that accompanies your iSee is a  
powerful all-in-one program for playing, managing, and  
converting your media files.  
With this application installed on your computer, you can  
manage your media files and convert them into the formats you  
need for playing on the iSee. You can convert video, photo and  
audio files. VidiScape can even add cover art—the thumbnail  
illustrations you view in the iSee window—for your audio and  
video files.  
What’s more, VidiScape is also a full-featured multimedia  
player that lets you watch video, listen to music, and view  
photos and slide shows on your computer. And VidiScape is  
complemented by ArcSoft MediaConverter, a powerful  
application for converting a wide variety of media files before  
sending them through VidiScape to the iSee.  
To learn more about working with VidiScape software, refer to  
the manual Using VidiScape with Your iSee on the iSee  
software disc.  
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Section 7. Maintenance and Troubleshooting  
This section gives hints about frequently asked questions,  
updating your iSee firmware, troubleshooting, and more.  
Frequently Asked Questions  
Q: How do I get iSee-playable content onto the iPod?  
A: For video, you can record directly to the iSee. For video,  
photos, and music, you install and use VidiScape software on  
your computer. VidiScape is available on the iSee software  
disc. If you didn’t install VidiScape when you first set up the  
iSee, insert the iSee software disc in your computer and install  
VidiScape and ArcSoft MediaConverter.  
Q: I used VidiScape to load some media files onto my iPod, but I  
can’t play them unless the iPod is installed in iSee.  
This is normal. iSee and iTunes files coexist peacefully in  
separate areas of the iPod, and don’t affect each other. It  
works like this:  
When you disconnect the iPod from your iSee, you can play  
iTunes content on the iPod.  
And when you insert the same iPod into the iSee, you can  
play iSee content.  
To view or listen to iTunes content on iSee, use iPod play-  
through mode.  
Q: I have several computers. Can I load VidiScape on each one  
and connect my iSee to any of them?  
A: Yes. You can install VidiScape on several computers,  
connect your iPod to each different computer in turn, and  
transfer media files from each computer to the iPod.  
Q: Will the iSee software disc work on the Macintosh?  
A: In the current version of the iSee 360i, there is no support  
for the Macintosh. The next version of the iSee 360i and  
VidiScape will support the Macintosh.  
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Q: I have iTunes installed on my computer and it interferes with  
VidiScape. How can I turn off iTunes so it doesn’t launch when I  
plug in my iPod?  
A: To turn off the auto-launch of iTunes:  
1. Connect your iPod to the computer and open iTunes.  
2. In iTunes, go to Edit | Preferences and choose the iPod tab,  
then the Music tab.  
3. Turn off (uncheck) the box marked Open iTunes when this  
iPod is attached.  
Q: I have more than one iPod. How do I prepare multiple iPods  
for use with the iSee?  
A: With the iSee installer window open, disconnect the first  
iPod, click the Set Up iPod button again, and prepare another  
iPod. You can run this step for each device.  
Q: My iSee screen appears scratched.  
A: Don’t forget to remove the transparent protective covering  
from the iSee screen. If this covering is left in place, it can  
make your iSee’s screen appear scratched.  
iSee Firmware  
Firmware, containing the instructions that operate your iSee, is  
stored in flash memory on the iSee. Periodically, ATO issues  
firmware updates for your iSee device. The updates may  
provide new features, eliminate known problems, and generally  
make your iSee operate even better. Updating firmware is  
easy, and it’s something you should do on a regular basis.  
Firmware updates come with release notes that you can view  
with the iPod’s Notes menu.  
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Finding the Firmware Version  
To find the firmware version of your iSee:  
1. With the iSee main menu displayed, press and hold the  
Menu ( ) button to go to the System Settings menu.  
2. On the System Settings menu use the control panel scroll  
buttons to place the selection highlight on User Guide. Then  
press Select (). You see an iSee screen that shows the  
firmware version number.  
Updating iSee Firmware  
The iSee firmware update works like this: Whenever your  
computer is connected to the Internet, VidiScape automatically  
checks for any iSee firmware revisions and downloads them to  
your iPod. You can also check manually from VidiScape’s Help  
menu.  
To install the firmware update:  
1. Make sure your computer is connected to the Internet so that  
VidiScape can check for updates automatically.  
-or-  
On the computer, open VidiScape, and select Help | Check  
for Updates to manually check for updates.  
2. Connect your iPod to the computer as you normally do and  
follow the instructions to download the iSee firmware update  
to the iPod.  
3. In VidiScape, click File | Eject Device. Wait to see the iPod's  
normal menu. (The "Do not disconnect" display will  
disappear.)  
4. Attach the AC adapter to the iSee and plug the AC adapter  
into an electrical outlet.  
Caution: When updating firmware, make sure the iSee is  
operating from the AC adapter.  
5. Insert your iPod into the iSee and turn on the iSee power.  
The iSee is automatically updated to the new firmware.  
When the iSee restarts, your new firmware is functional.  
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Viewing Release Notes  
Release notes that tell about changes made in the new  
firmware are copied to the Notes section of your iPod.  
To view the release notes:  
1. Leave the iSee power off and turn the iPod on.  
2. On the iPod, navigate to Extras | Notes and view the iSee  
release notes.  
Troubleshooting Tips  
Problem  
Solution  
There’s a delay  
before starting a  
video or exiting from  
a playing video.  
This is normal. The iSee uses the  
iPod’s hard disk, and hard disks  
often have some delay in  
responsiveness.  
I turned on the iSee,  
Turn the iPod off and remove it.  
but never see the “Do Turn the iSee off. Then reinsert the  
not disconnect” iPod into the iSee and turn the iSee  
message on the iPod. on.  
No display on iSee  
Make sure AC adapter or USB  
cable is securely attached to iSee.  
Make sure iPod is plugged securely  
into the iSee. The iSee requires an  
iPod in order to operate.  
Make sure you have not selected  
TV-Out. When TV-Out is enabled,  
the iSee screen is blank.  
If you have just switched to  
TV-Out, you can press  
Select () again to revert to  
the iSee display.  
Or turn the iSee off, then on  
again to restore the display to  
the iSee screen.  
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Problem  
Solution  
The iPod in my iSee-  
won’t turn on; there’s  
no display on the  
iSee.  
If the battery on your iPod is  
completely dead, the iSee may not  
be able to start it. Turn off the iSee,  
plug in the iSee’s AC adapter and  
let the iPod battery charge for 10  
minutes. Then turn on the iSee. The  
iPod should turn on.  
I turned on TV-Out,  
without a TV  
connected, and now  
there’s nothing on the  
iSee screen.  
again. The iSee “wakes up” set for a  
display on its own screen.  
No sound from  
headphones.  
Make sure headphones are plugged  
securely into the iSee.  
Make sure the volume is set to level  
1 or greater.  
No video preview  
window when  
recording.  
Make sure you plug cables from the  
video source (camcorder, VCR,  
etc.) output to the AUDIO IN and  
VIDEO IN connectors of the  
Standard Dock.  
See “Appendix B: Technical Support” on page 67 for details of  
getting technical support or returning your iSee to the  
manufacturer.  
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Appendix A: Specifications  
Mechanical Specifications  
Size  
5.6” (L) x 3.2” (W) x 1.1” (H)  
142mm (L) x 80mm (W) x 28mm (H)  
Weight  
Power  
6 oz. (without iPod)  
2,200 mAh lithium ion replaceable  
rechargeable battery  
Approximate Up to 4 hours  
Battery Life  
Note: Battery life is dependent on both the  
health of the iPod battery, and the content  
being viewed. The iSee can get up to four  
hours of battery life, generally providing  
enough playing time to get through two  
feature-length movies.  
Screen  
3.6” (320 x 240) TFT LCD  
Connectors  
Headphone out (mini-jack) connector  
Connector for AC adapter  
iPod connector (internal)  
Communication and Interface  
Hardware  
Features  
SD flash  
Power reduction modes  
Navigation  
Video and audio play, pause, resume  
Fast forward (2x, 4x, 8x)  
Rewind (2x, 4x, 8x)  
Digital Media Manages and plays digital audio, video, and  
Management photos  
iPod Play-  
Through  
Displays video, still photos, and slide shows  
from iPod on larger iSee 360i screen  
Interface  
User Input  
Oblong keypad  
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Encoding and Decoding  
Audio Import Supported file types for audio decoding by  
VidiScape/MediaConverter:  
MP3  
WAV  
Unprotected WMA (Windows Media  
Audio)  
Audio Export Audio file type output by VidiScape to iSee:  
to iSee  
Picture  
Import  
MP3  
Supported file types for picture files  
imported to iSee:  
JPG, JPEG, GIF, TIFF, TIF, PNG, BMP  
Picture file type output by conversion  
software to iSee:  
Picture  
Export to  
iSee  
JPEG (.jpg)  
Video Import Supported file types for video decoding by  
VidiScape/MediaConverter:  
AVI (Microsoft Video 1 format, Cinepak,  
Intel Indeo, uncompressed, etc.)  
ASF  
Unprotected WMV (Windows Media  
Player 9.0 required for WMV file  
conversion)  
MPEG-1  
MPEG-4 in AVI format  
QuickTime MOV (QuickTime 6.5  
required for MOV file conversion)  
Video Export Video file type output by conversion  
to iSee software to iSee:  
MPEG4 AVI, using Zoran COACH 7  
codec  
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Video and Audio  
Buffer  
64MB buffer memory  
Composite  
Video-In  
Video-Out On iSee screen: 320 x 240 resolution·  
Video-Out to TV, etc: NTSC composite,  
640 x 480 resolution  
(Video held internally as 640 x 480)  
Audio codec  
On-chip audio VS codec  
Video File  
Length  
Multiple videos can be recorded, each up to  
2.5 hours in length  
Recorded  
Video File  
Size  
Approximately 800MB-1GB per hour of  
recorded video  
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Appendix B: Technical Support  
To contact ATO’s Technical Support Department:  
Visit our web site (www.isee-ato.com) and choose the  
technical support tab.  
Call our toll-free tech support line: 1-866-442-0019.  
Call during the following hours:  
Monday - Friday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM EST  
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST  
Send us e-mail at [email protected]. Include your  
telephone number and the hours during which you can be  
reached. Be as detailed as possible in describing your  
problem. Please include system configuration, hardware and  
software, as well as versions of iSee 360i used.  
Returning Your iSee  
To return your iSee to ATO, you need an RMA (Returned  
Materials Authorization) number. You will need this number  
before any ATO iSee can be returned for replacement. When  
you have received the number from ATO, write the RMA  
number in large bold numbers on the outside of the box, and  
ship it to ATO.  
Packing Your iSee  
Check the iSee to make sure there is no iPod installed. If  
possible, pack your iSee in the original box.  
If you no longer have the box, we recommend you pay a  
packaging store (such as The UPS Store) to ship your iSee. If  
you don’t have a packaging store in your area, ask for  
packaging pointers when you contact us to get an RMA  
number before returning any iSee.  
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Shipping Your iSee to ATO  
Be sure to write the RMA number on the outside of the  
shipping box. Any iSee sent to ATO without an RMA number  
will not be accepted.  
All shipments must be sent postage prepaid. We recommend  
that you insure your shipment, as ATO cannot be held  
responsible for any damage that may occur during shipment.  
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Appendix C: Warranty  
ATO (“ATO”) warrants your iSee 360i and its accessories  
against any defect in material and workmanship, under normal  
use, for a period of one year following its date of purchase. In  
the event this product is found to be defective within the  
warranty period, ATO will, at its option, repair or replace the  
defective unit.  
This warranty is void: a) if the unit is operated or stored under  
abnormal use and/or conditions; b) if the unit is repaired,  
modified or altered, unless such repair, modification or  
alteration is expressly authorized in writing by ATO; c) if the  
unit is subjected to abuse, neglect, lightning strike, electrical  
fault, improper packaging, or accident; d) if the unit is installed  
improperly; or e) if the serial number of the unit is defaced or  
missing.  
ATO will not, under any circumstances, be liable for direct,  
special, or consequential damages such as, but not limited to,  
damage or loss of property or equipment, loss of profits or  
revenues, cost of replacement goods, or expense or  
inconvenience caused by service interruptions. Under no  
circumstances will any person be entitled to any sum greater  
than the purchase price paid for the unit.  
To obtain warranty service, you must contact ATO’s Technical  
Support Department by e-mail ([email protected]) or  
by calling 1-866-442-0019. The Technical Support Department  
will attempt to diagnose and correct your problem. If the unit  
does not function properly, they will provide you with a Return  
Material Authorization (RMA) number. You may be asked to  
furnish proof of purchase to confirm that the unit is still under  
warranty.  
All product returns must be authorized in advance by ATO.  
Authorization is confirmed by issuance of the RMA number,  
which must be written prominently on the outside of the box in  
which the defective unit is returned to ATO.  
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Appendix C: Warranty  
All iSee devices returned to ATO must be securely packaged  
and shipped postage prepaid.  
The iSee will be returned to the customer at ATO’s expense  
when originating within the United States. For an iSee  
originating outside of the United States, the customer is  
responsible for shipping costs in both directions.  
Note: Warranty validity is limited to that applicable in the  
location where the iSee was originally purchased.  
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Index  
channel surf, 32  
A
charging the battery, 12  
connector  
a/v cables, 5, 45  
ac adapter, 5  
connector, 4, 63  
accessories  
ac adapter, 4, 63  
headphone, 63  
standard dock audio in, 45  
standard dock audio out, 46  
standard dock video in, 46  
standard dock video out, 46  
control panel, 4, 25  
optional, 6  
standard, 5  
adapter, female-to-female for  
camcorder, 47  
audio  
D
file types, 64  
listening to, 34  
audio in connector, standard  
dock, 45  
delete  
photo, 41  
song, 36  
audio out connector, standard  
dock, 46  
auto play video, 32  
video, 33  
disable iTunes auto-launch,  
13, 16  
disconnecting iPod, 17  
disk space use, 51  
down button, 26  
B
backing up in menus, 28  
battery, 63  
E
and recording time, 47  
charging, 12  
life, 22, 63  
eject device command,  
VidiScape, 17  
loading, 10  
ejecting iPod, 17  
battery level indicator, 22  
browsing a media type, 28  
buffer memory, 65  
enable iPod disk use, 12, 16  
F
features, 2  
firmware version, determining,  
59  
C
camcorder, adapter may be  
required, 47  
firmware, updating, 59  
caption  
mosaic, 44  
photo, 41  
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H
iSee user’s manual, 1  
iTunes  
headphone connector, 5, 63  
headphones, iPod, 19  
highlight, selection, 27  
coexists with iSee, 57  
content, playing in play-  
through mode, 52  
content, sharing with iSee,  
51  
I
indicator  
disable auto-launch, 13, 16,  
58  
enable iPod disk use, 12,  
16  
battery level, 22  
onscreen, 31  
inserting iPod in iSee, 18  
install DirectX 9, 17  
install MediaConverter, 17  
install VidiScape, 17  
installer, 14  
L
left button, 25  
installing software, 14  
iPod  
M
do not disconnect mode, 21  
ejecting, 17  
inserting in iSee, 18  
iSee disk space use, 51  
removing, 23  
M button, 28  
Macintosh, future support for,  
57  
main menu, 21  
record, 46, 48, 52  
scrolling, 27  
setting up multiple, 58  
iPOD main menu selection, 27  
iPod mini  
viewing, 27  
media  
inserting, 19  
browsing, 28  
iPod mini adapter, 19  
removing, 23  
iPod nano  
inserting, 19  
iPod nano adapter, 19  
removing, 23  
playing, 28  
MediaConverter, 13, 55  
audio file types, 64  
installation, 17  
video file types, 64  
menu button, 26  
mini adapter, 6  
mosaic  
iPod play-through, 2, 51, 57,  
63  
controls during, 52, 53  
scrolling to, 27  
caption, 44  
size, 44  
iPod video  
tv-out, 44  
inserting, 19  
iPod video adapter, 19  
removing, 23  
mosaic settings, 43  
multiple computers, 57  
iPod/adapter lock, 4  
iPods supported, 3  
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R
music  
adding to slide show, 39  
record  
delete, 36  
playing, 34  
settings, 36  
shuffle, 36  
tv-out, 36  
delete, 48  
settings, 48  
RECORD button, 46, 48, 52  
scrolling to, 27  
record setting  
tv-out, 48  
volume, 48  
N
nano adapter, 6  
registration, 9  
navigating menus, 27  
navigating settings menu, 28  
release notes, viewing, 60  
removing the iPod, 23  
requirements, minimum, 2  
reset settings, 42  
returning your iSee, 67  
right button, 26  
O
on/off LED, 20  
blinking indicates battery  
charge level, 22  
S
P
safely remove hardware icon,  
17  
sample media files, 13  
screen, 4  
pan photo, 39  
PC requirements, 3  
photo  
remove protective covering,  
21, 58  
size, 63  
caption, 41  
delete, 41  
pan and zoom, 39  
settings, 40  
tv-out, 41  
select button, 26  
selection highlight, 27  
serial number, 9  
service, 7  
viewing, 38  
picture file types, 64  
playing media, 28  
playing video, 29  
play-through, 2, 51, 57, 63  
controls during, 52, 53  
power on/off button, 5, 20  
precautions, 7  
set up iPod, 15  
settings  
mosaic, 43  
music, 36  
navigating menus, 28  
photo, 40  
record, 48  
protective sleeve, 5  
song list, 37  
system, 42  
video, 31  
Q
quick setup guide, 1  
video browse, 33  
shuffle, 36  
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shutdown, 22  
system setting, 42  
video, 32  
iPod, 23  
normal, 22  
video browse, 34  
with reset, 23  
U
size, 63  
slide show, 38  
display time, 41  
slide time, 41  
slider control, 28  
software  
MediaConverter, 13, 55, 64  
VidiScape, 13, 55  
software disc, 57  
song list  
up button, 25  
updating firmware, 59  
usb required for PC, 15  
user guide, system settings,  
43  
using VidiScape manual, 1  
V
delete song, 37  
settings, 37  
video  
auto play, 32  
tv-out, 37  
channel surf, 32  
delete, 33  
deleting, 34  
file size, 47  
file types, 64  
playing, 29  
playing in iPod play-through  
mode, 52  
preview, 46, 48  
recorded file length, 65  
recorded file size, 65  
recording, 45  
resolution, 46  
settings menu, 31  
specifications, 65  
tv-out, 32  
song, deleting, 37  
specifications, 63  
standard dock, 6, 45  
output volume not shown  
on tv screen, 49  
viewing video or photos, 49  
static electricity warning, 7  
support, 67  
system menu, scrolling to, 42  
system settings, 42  
reset settings, 42  
user guide, 43  
T
technical support, 67  
toggle control, 28  
troubleshooting, 60  
turning on iSee, 20  
tv-out  
video adapter, 6  
video browse  
delete video, 34  
settings, 33  
tv-out, 34  
mosaic, 44  
music, 36  
photo, 41  
record setting, 48  
song list, 37  
video in connector, standard  
dock, 46  
video out connector, standard  
dock, 46  
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VidiScape, 13, 55, 57  
multiple computers, 57  
volume  
record setting, 48  
system, 42  
W
changing from control  
panel, 30  
changing from settings  
menu, 30  
indicator shows headphone  
volume, 49  
weight, 63  
Z
zoom photo, 39  
music, 36  
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