How to Connect an iPod to Outdoor Speakers

There’s nothing like playing your favorite tunes while enjoying the outdoors. Whether you’re having an outdoor party, playing a game of basketball or curling up with a book on your screen porch, outdoor speakers can make a huge difference. If you have speakers wired to your home stereo, a wireless system or portable speakers, you can connect your iPod to them with no trouble. No more worrying about changing out CDs—just do it all from your iPod.

Things You'll Need

• Stereo miniplug-to-RCA cable

Instructions

1. Connect an iPod to your outdoor speakers with a Stereo miniplug-to-RCA cable.

2. Plug your iPod in to the cable. Connect the other end to your stereo receiver. If you have an iPod docking station, you can also use the cable to connect the dock to the receiver.

3. Press "Play" on your audio system and iPod to test the music on the outdoor speakers.

Tips & Warnings

• For multiple control options, consider purchasing a digital media docking station, such as the iPort. (Ref. 2) It provides an audio connection to your receiver and connects to your computer as well.

• If you do not have an outdoor speaker system, try out a portable outdoor speaker system made for the iPod. For example, the Hercules outdoor speakers are waterproof and the iPod fits right inside it. It can be a good solution for taking with you to friends’ houses, on a boat or right outside your house (Ref. 3)

References

• Crutchfield: Accessorize Your iPod

Resources

• Mini-to-RCA Adapter from Crutchfield
• Outdoor Speaker Depot: iPort FS-21
• Amazon: Hercules Outdoor Speakers for iPod