How to setup a Apple remote with Ipod Classic 80 GB

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How to setup a Apple remote with Ipod Classic 80 GB

Is it possible to use a remote with a Ipod Classic Silver 80 GB? I purchased a new remote from the Apple Store, but it didn't work. I went to the Apple Support and read with some documents that unless I have a docking station the remote will not work. Well, it doesn't even work with a docking pad. This docking pad must be one of the older ones. It says Dock Socie Base Dock, without the power cord that I purchased off Ebay.

I don't seem to know what I'm doing, or this Ipod is limited. What I want to do is hook my remote to the docking station through some extension speakers with a built in power supply that I use to sing Karaoke. I'm able to play all my music through these speakers, but I would like to change songs from the remote.

iPod classic, Windows 7, The computer is 64 bit

Posted on Mar 31, 2012 3:27 PM

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b j t

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Mar 31, 2012 3:33 PM in response to shep72

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Apr 1, 2012 11:52 AM in response to b j t

Perhaps I've not made myself clear enough! I have extension speakers, but not Apple Hi-Fi speakers. They are audio engine 5. They are great speakers and one speaker has a built in amplifier. This means, I can plug my Ipod in the the top and play music by just plugging the speakers in the 110 power. I do not know if they have IR capability. I thought the IR was to be on the Ipod Classic 80 GB itself and the IR on the remote could be paired in this fashion. If not, what do need to do to play karaoke music through these speakers? I thought purchasing a docking pad was all I needed, but apparently I'm wrong.

I thank you for your answers in advance. I check everyday to see if someone can help me. I'm preparing for a lot of karaoke performances in the coming weeks. Please, help me out!

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