Once connected, the iPod recharges automatically, even while listening to music. Navigation is then via the controls on the iPod. The only buttons on the base are those used to adjust the volume of music and are placed on each side of the iPod; they are tactile, very sensitive and therefore pleasant: Just a touch. The sound is very good and powerful for a base this size: no breath, no crackles or other parasites, even when the base is pushed to its maximum.
You can also listen to music from a different source (other than iPod / iPhone), thanks to a connection "Aux in" behind the base (against the cable is not supplied : We must plan its purchase if needed). Know that the use of the base in these conditions does not, by cons, charging your device.
Small problem:
-The Shape of the base does not connect an iPad (whether mini or not) and that's a shame because the connection is yet the same.
-The SoundDock XT can not be used in Bluetooth: small regret.
Included in the box:
-the base
-1 Power cable
-2 Power adapters: 1 European and 1 for the Anglo-Saxon countries.
In the end, a base of very good quality with good performance at a high price but still in the prices charged for this type of base and that really is very easy to use. I recommend this product because it keeps its promises ...
