Operating instructions

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Forget a network, so iPod touch doesn’t join it automatically
m Choose Wi-Fi and tap next to a network you’ve joined before. Then tap “Forget this
Network.”
Join a closed Wi-Fi network (an available Wi-Fi network that isn’t shown in the list of
scanned networks)
m Choose Wi-Fi > Other and enter the network name. If the network requires a password,
tap Security, select the type of security the network uses, and then tap Other Network
and enter the password.
You must already know the network name, password, and security type to connect to a
closed network.
Some Wi-Fi networks may require you to enter or adjust additional settings, such as a
client ID or static IP address. Ask the network administrator which settings to use.
Adjust settings for joining a Wi-Fi network
m Choose Wi-Fi, then tap next to the network.
Brightness
Screen brightness affects battery life. Dim the screen to extend the time before you
need to recharge iPod touch. Or use Auto-Brightness, which is designed to conserve
battery life.
Adjust the screen brightness
m Choose Brightness and drag the slider.
Set whether iPod touch adjusts screen brightness automatically
m Choose Brightness and turn Auto-Brightness on or off. If Auto-Brightness is on,
iPod touch adjusts the screen brightness for current light conditions using the built-in
ambient light sensor.
General
The General settings include date and time, security, and other settings that affect
more than one application. This is also where you can find information about your
iPod touch and reset iPod touch to its original state.
About
Choose General > About to get information about iPod touch, including:
 number of songs
 number of videos
 number of photos
 total storage capacity