[caseyfriday]

  Any chance we can mod the battery for ipod video? I am wondering if we can possibly put in a pair of batteries (let's assume the space is not an issue) to boost power supply.

One person did it with an iPod touch.  I don't see why it wouldn't work with any other iPod, as long as you solder the correct wires together.
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PaNC9FmJt2k

 

[Rebkos]

Hey guys,
Here is my diymod
 
Just finished still with original firmware:
 


 
 
And here is current setup rockboxed diymod with amp and iems 
 

 
 
I kept original 50GB HDD. But its far to small for me, im thinking about some upgrade. I would like to try CF card as it is more battery friendly, but 256GB cards are too expensive. Guess i have to go with 256GB regular HDD, found some for about $120.

 

[caseyfriday]

Awesome work!  I love that clear housing.

 

[DMinor]

  Awesome work!  I love that clear housing.

 
+1.

 

[Don Lehrer]

My iPod Classic was broken but I could manage to get it back to work. Now I want to do some work with it and getting a clear housing is on top of my list!!!

 

[DMinor]

  My iPod Classic was broken but I could manage to get it back to work. Now I want to do some work with it and getting a clear housing is on top of my list!!!

 
You won't regret getting one of those. It looks fantastic.

 

[DR650SE]

   
 
I kept original 50GB HDD. But its far to small for me, im thinking about some upgrade. I would like to try CF card as it is more battery friendly, but 256GB cards are too expensive. Guess i have to go with 256GB regular HDD, found some for about $120.

 
Have you thought about a Compact Flash to SD card adaptor?  Thats what I did.  Higher capacity SD cards are cheaper than compact flash.
 
I'm using this one with my iPod CF adaptor.
 
http://www.amazon.com/SD-CF-II-Type-Adapter-Supports/dp/B000YZGCIU
 
Also, where do I get a clear housing for my 5.5G iPod?  Love the look!

 

[DMinor]

   
 
Also, where do I get a clear housing for my 5.5G iPod?  Love the look!

 
http://www.rapidrepair.com/shop/1641-ivue-clear-panel-video-kit-full.html

 

[DR650SE]

Awesome!  Nice and cheap too.  Just have to get an invsible shield on it and I'll be good to go.  Thanks!  +1

 

[DMinor]

  Awesome!  Nice and cheap too.  Just have to get an invsible shield on it and I'll be good to go.  Thanks!  +1

 
Make sure to watch their video on how to DIY on this before you actually do it.
 
What you meant by invisible shield? The kit comes with everything you need.

 

[Rebkos]

   
Have you thought about a Compact Flash to SD card adaptor?  Thats what I did.  Higher capacity SD cards are cheaper than compact flash.
 
I'm using this one with my iPod CF adaptor.
 
http://www.amazon.com/SD-CF-II-Type-Adapter-Supports/dp/B000YZGCIU
 
Also, where do I get a clear housing for my 5.5G iPod?  Love the look!

 
I did thought about it. The thing is, over the years i have managed to assembly quite huge amount of loseless music collection. Its about 280GB and keeps growing. And i would like to have with me as much of it as i can, because my mood for music changes quite often through the day. And prices for SD or CF cards in size greater than 128GB are insane. But i guess i will go with SD/CF solution, because i could use that bit increased battery time. But first i need to deal with complete Home theatre/Hi-fi solution at my crib.
 
In mean time, fell free to share your opinions, i would appreciate that

 

[DR650SE]

This is the Zagg Invisible Shield.
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/apple-video-ipod-60-80gb-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php#apple-video-ipod-60-80gb-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields/149?&_suid=137929195002805684772453365645
 
Currently I have had one on my 5.5G iPod for years and my iPod 5.5G is still in mint condition.  Not a scratch on it.  If I were to peel it off the iPod, it would look linke mint condition.
 
I like to use this stuff on all my phones, tablets, Kindle, iPods ect.  It's extremely tough, and prevents scratching.  I like to keep my toys pretty and looking new.

 

[DMinor]

   
I did thought about it. The thing is, over the years i have managed to assembly quite huge amount of loseless music collection. Its about 280GB and keeps growing. And i would like to have with me as much of it as i can, because my mood for music changes quite often through the day. And prices for SD or CF cards in size greater than 128GB are insane. But i guess i will go with SD/CF solution, because i could use that bit increased battery time. But first i need to deal with complete Home theatre/Hi-fi solution at my crib.
 
In mean time, fell free to share your opinions, i would appreciate that

 
This is what I have done - collecting multiple ipods and mod all of them with the 128GB SSD's. These ipods are sold at very low price these days by those none head-fi'ers and I paid from $25 (for a few) to max $60. When you have multiple units, the chance of running out of batteries on all of them simultaneously is essentially zero therefore you always have music to listen. I used to think about getting the 256GB drive to load all my library in one pod but not any more.
 

  This is the Zagg Invisible Shield.
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/apple-video-ipod-60-80gb-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php#apple-video-ipod-60-80gb-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields/149?&_suid=137929195002805684772453365645
 
Currently I have had one on my 5.5G iPod for years and my iPod 5.5G is still in mint condition.  Not a scratch on it.  If I were to peel it off the iPod, it would look linke mint condition.
 
I like to use this stuff on all my phones, tablets, Kindle, iPods ect.  It's extremely tough, and prevents scratching.  I like to keep my toys pretty and looking new.

 
Good idea. I am now using an Alo amp wallet so my ipod is always protected by a transparent cover.

 

[DR650SE]

For me the CF SD card conversation has really helped. It did increase battery life, but I Cnt say how much. My old HDD and battery were pretty worn. But I can get at least a solid 12 hours. I have ha a couple iPod freeze, but not sure if it's related to the SD card. Mostly it was when I was messing with videos. Hasn't happened in a while. Only other issue I had was the SD card not being completely secured and when I dropped the iPod (it's in a solid rubber case) the card slipped out of place. Just opened the ipod reseated the card and all was good. It's a relief knowing I'm that if I drop the iPod, I won't damage a had drive.

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[DR650SE]

Has anyone had the iMod done by one of the vendors on eBay? I'm looking at the vendor in Turkey. Cost is $159 with an LOD. I'd love to send my iPod to Redwine Audio, but they want $250 for the iMod and $195 for the LOD. Is that really worth the improvement? $450??

http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?sbk=1&nav=SEARCH&itemId=251306223298

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