I once proposed a module that would voltage control an iPod. The
older iPods with the remote controls on the headphone cables are a
easier hack - just pop them open and "push" the buttons
electronically. The newer one require some programming chops though
and although you can get the serial protocol on the net - it demands
a little more computer chops than I have. All the latest generations
of pods can be controlled via the doc so if anyone can hack up a
interface I would buy one. The Nano size is perfect for the euro
panel size. CV in for volume up/down, play/pause, next/previous, menu
up/down, audio in/out and record would be great. Just a clip to hold
the pod and the doc connector. Since you can record and play Aiff
files at full resolution on the things it would be great for
background tracks (ambience for me). I know other MP3 players are
cheaper etc and there are even chip sets that can be bought that do
the same thing, but for me there is a certain ease of use factor for
me in my setup that would make the iPod perfect. THE ADDED WOW FACTOR
- the iPod's VIDEO OUT can be used to show pre-made video tracks that
can be selected/triggered to play from it too.
-James

On Sep 14, 2008, at 6:59 PM, Monroe Eskew wrote:
> <snip>
> As for audio storage, if you want it all in the A100 case, you might
> be able to carve out a holder for an ipod out of a blank panel and
> stick it in. I don't see the big need for no peripherals though.
>