Question about Bose SoundDock digital music system Docking Station for iPod - White (35703)

I just bought a new Nano and tried to plug it into my Bose SoundDock stereo system for iPods to listen to music. I received an error message that said: "Charging is not supported with this accessory." The music will not play out of the stereo speakers. It will only play out of the iPod itself. I have tried unplugging the SoundDock station and plugging it in again to "reset" it. I have also tried plugging in the attachment that came with my Nano that is specifcally designed to work with iPod sound systems. I am not sure what else I can do.

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Hi Christine, This is a common problem with the nano V. Have a good look inside the ipod connector with a spyglass to make sure there is no debris or foreign objects. The most likely cause is that you need a connector board upgrade. You can 'buy and try' one at no risk from Invebo.com. click here to see what is involved. Enter you dock serial number at www.invebo.com on the gold bar 'click here to access videos for your dock' They send an email detailing which version of dock hardware you have and if it needs an upgrade. You also get access to the diagnostic reosources.

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Hi. Try to reset the Nano by pressing the middle button and menu at the same time. If same thing happened, i suggest you need to have your sounddock system checked with the manufacturer.

Posted on Sep 13, 2010

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