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The Bose Companion 5 system is designed to connect to a computer system via USB. It is possible to connect it to an additional device like an iPod, iPad, or other mp3 player via the 3.5mm Auxiliary input jack. However, this type of connection is not ideal and will not bring you the full benefit of digital sound that the system can produce.
If an ipad is your primary music device, you might consider our Soundlink Mobile wireless speaker system. It can connect to your iPad2 via Bluetooth and play audio on the speaker while letting your device stay mobile. Hope this helps!