The Nano is small, making it easy for you to always carry it
around. This opens up lots of possibilities for varying your
study routine, by allowing to add an instructional DVD that
you can carry anywhere and still study - sitting under a
tree, on the train, in the cafe, etc. The fifth generation
Nano is the only model that has this feature (video
cameras). Here is how to use your iPod Nano (fifth
generation) to help do your learning from a recorded DVD.
!! Steps !!
* Download and read the owner's manual. Make a few sample videos
from the monitor you'll be recording from, to get the feel for how
it works and to see how the videos turn out.
Review the DVD that you want to record. Note which areas will need
zooming in; be aware that due to the Nano's small screen, ripping
is not the best option.
* The Nano does not have a telephoto feature; instead, hold it close
to the monitor and even closer to magnify certain parts of the
screen.
* The Nano has a lens on one side and a preview screen on the other
side. The preview screen displays exactly what the finished video
will look like.
* Write down the chapters of the DVD. This will allow you to set
chapter marks during the recording process. The Nano does not have
a fast forward or a rewind, so you'll need to rely on its chapters
feature to navigate forward or backward.
* Turn off any lights and sounds that will diminish the quality of
your recording. The Nano does not need any additional lighting,
other than that emanating from the monitor.
* Sit in a comfortable chair or stand in comfortable footwear. Be
sure you're comfortable because the recording process will be
lengthy.
Record your video. Record in front of the monitor and with the
speaker volume turned up slightly higher than normal.
* Frame your video so it doesn't need cropping; in other words, your
finished video won't have a border around its edges.
Hold the Nano sidewards, in landscape mode. Take care not to put
your finger in front of the lens.
* Even if your recording isn't perfect, remember that the recording
is for use as a study tool and is not a technical work of art.
Use zoom. So that you will be able to read the important details
of the video later, hold the Nano close to the monitor; manually
"zoom" it in. This is the advantage of making a hand-held
recording.
* Alternate between holding the Nano close and far.
* Press the button at the 3 o clock and 9 o clock positions
to navigate through your video. At the appropriate intervals, set
some chapters marks in your Nano, by pressing the big, center
button. Divide your recording into at least five or six chapters.
* After recording your video, back it up on your computer. Key in
the chapter labels.
* Choose the opening scene of each chapter recording. On your
computer, each chapter will be displayed as a large icon with the
opening scene. Use your DVD player controls, like stop, pause,
fast forward, and rewind, to get to the scene that gives you the
best visual clue as to the contents of the chapter.
!! Tips !!
* To rest your eyes, try putting things that you have to memorize in
Braille or do voice memos.
* The cameras lens and microphone are just pinholes but the video
and audio qualities are quite sufficient.
!! Things You'll Need !!
* iPod
* Computer
* Relevant connector cords
* Instructional material to make video with
!! Related WikiHows !!
* How to Turn Your iPod Nano Into a Useful Language Learning Tool
* How to Access Video Effects on iPod Nano Generation 5
* How to Access and Run Diagnostic Tests on an iPod Video
* How to Add Lyrics to Your iPod Video
* How to Actively Learn During Lectures
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