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...agreement. and/or its affiliates under a license agreement and may be used by any other countries. Copyright © 2003 Creative Technology Ltd. The Software License Agreement is found in accordance with the terms of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted... reserved. SmartMedia is a trademark of CDDB, Inc. NOMAD is a registered trademark of Creative Technology Ltd. The software described in this document is subject to copy the software on the installation CD. User's Guide Creative NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra Information in this document is furnished under license.
...agreement. and/or its affiliates under a license agreement and may be used by any other countries. Copyright © 2003 Creative Technology Ltd. The Software License Agreement is found in accordance with the terms of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted... reserved. SmartMedia is a trademark of CDDB, Inc. NOMAD is a registered trademark of Creative Technology Ltd. The software described in this document is subject to copy the software on the installation CD. User's Guide Creative NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra Information in this document is furnished under license.
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Contents Safety and Handling Instructions Caring For Your Player xiii Battery Usage Precautions xiv Introduction Before You Begin Package Contents xviii Hardware xviii Software xviii Creative MediaSource Player xix Creative MediaSource Organizer xix Creative NOMAD Explorer xx Adobe Acrobat Reader xx Minimum System Requirements xxi Document Conventions xxii Web Information xxiii Optional Player Accessories xxiv Online Registration xxv 1 A Tour of Your Player Your Player at a Glance 1-1 Using the Scroller 1-2 Scroll Select 1-2 Selecting menu options 1-3 vii
Contents Safety and Handling Instructions Caring For Your Player xiii Battery Usage Precautions xiv Introduction Before You Begin Package Contents xviii Hardware xviii Software xviii Creative MediaSource Player xix Creative MediaSource Organizer xix Creative NOMAD Explorer xx Adobe Acrobat Reader xx Minimum System Requirements xxi Document Conventions xxii Web Information xxiii Optional Player Accessories xxiv Online Registration xxv 1 A Tour of Your Player Your Player at a Glance 1-1 Using the Scroller 1-2 Scroll Select 1-2 Selecting menu options 1-3 vii
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... the Selected Music List as a playlist 3-23 Enhancing Your Music 3-25 Using EAX 3-25 Customizing EQ Settings in EAX 3-27 4 Software Applications About Creative MediaSource and NOMAD Explorer 4-1 Using Creative MediaSource 4-2 Ripping Audio CD Tracks 4-2 Transferring tracks 4-3 Using Media Sniffer 4-3 Editing audio track information 4-4 Creating a playlist 4-5 Adding audio tracks to a playlist 4-6 Changing the...
... the Selected Music List as a playlist 3-23 Enhancing Your Music 3-25 Using EAX 3-25 Customizing EQ Settings in EAX 3-27 4 Software Applications About Creative MediaSource and NOMAD Explorer 4-1 Using Creative MediaSource 4-2 Ripping Audio CD Tracks 4-2 Transferring tracks 4-3 Using Media Sniffer 4-3 Editing audio track information 4-4 Creating a playlist 4-5 Adding audio tracks to a playlist 4-6 Changing the...
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Even though it is extremely lightweight, just about 8.0 ounces (226 grams). Unlike other hardware-based players, the NOMAD Zen Xtra features an onboard real-time digital signal processor (DSP) and a real-time effects processor for superior audio playback and customization... cassette player, you can enhance your audio with an USB 2.0™ connector, so you can store thousands of songs in purchasing the Creative NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra! Your player also supports EAX™ so that you can transfer audio tracks and data quickly and easily. Your player also comes equipped...
Even though it is extremely lightweight, just about 8.0 ounces (226 grams). Unlike other hardware-based players, the NOMAD Zen Xtra features an onboard real-time digital signal processor (DSP) and a real-time effects processor for superior audio playback and customization... cassette player, you can enhance your audio with an USB 2.0™ connector, so you can store thousands of songs in purchasing the Creative NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra! Your player also supports EAX™ so that you can transfer audio tracks and data quickly and easily. Your player also comes equipped...
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Before You Begin Package Contents Hardware Software ❍ NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra Player (with removable battery) ❍ AC Power Adapter ❍ Installation CD incorporating PDF User's Guide ❍ Quick Start leaflet ❍ Stereo headphones ❍ USB cable ❍ Protective pouch ❍ Lithium-ion rechargeable battery ❍ Creative MediaSource Player ❍ Creative MediaSource Organizer ❍ Creative NOMAD Explorer ❍ Adobe Acrobat Reader Before You Begin xviii
Before You Begin Package Contents Hardware Software ❍ NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra Player (with removable battery) ❍ AC Power Adapter ❍ Installation CD incorporating PDF User's Guide ❍ Quick Start leaflet ❍ Stereo headphones ❍ USB cable ❍ Protective pouch ❍ Lithium-ion rechargeable battery ❍ Creative MediaSource Player ❍ Creative MediaSource Organizer ❍ Creative NOMAD Explorer ❍ Adobe Acrobat Reader Before You Begin xviii
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...at a similar volume level even if they were originally recorded at different loudness levels* ❍ switch between Creative MediaSource Organizer and Creative MediaSource Player with surround effects using EAX ❍ vary the speed of audio playback without affecting the pitch... mouse Managing a huge collection of NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra's hardware. Unlike other media players, Creative MediaSource Player is the only software you will need for music and multimedia entertainment. With Creative MediaSource Organizer, you must have a Creative Sound Blaster Audigy 2 audio card installed...
...at a similar volume level even if they were originally recorded at different loudness levels* ❍ switch between Creative MediaSource Organizer and Creative MediaSource Player with surround effects using EAX ❍ vary the speed of audio playback without affecting the pitch... mouse Managing a huge collection of NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra's hardware. Unlike other media players, Creative MediaSource Player is the only software you will need for music and multimedia entertainment. With Creative MediaSource Organizer, you must have a Creative Sound Blaster Audigy 2 audio card installed...
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... Windows® Explorer. However, you will not be able to and from your NOMAD Jukebox, or between different NOMAD Jukeboxes, using familiar Windows methods, such as Drag-andDrop and Cut-and-Paste. Creative NOMAD Explorer Adobe Acrobat Reader Creative NOMAD Explorer helps you use Creative MediaSource instead. Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommend that lets you can conveniently organize and...
... Windows® Explorer. However, you will not be able to and from your NOMAD Jukebox, or between different NOMAD Jukeboxes, using familiar Windows methods, such as Drag-andDrop and Cut-and-Paste. Creative NOMAD Explorer Adobe Acrobat Reader Creative NOMAD Explorer helps you use Creative MediaSource instead. Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommend that lets you can conveniently organize and...
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Web Information Visit www.NOMADworld.com regularly for information on: ❍ firmware updates ❍ NOMAD accessories ❍ tips and tricks ❍ FAQs ❍ troubleshooting ❍ documentation updates ❍ software updates or purchases ❍ technologies used in your player ❍ an online glossary Before You Begin xxiii
Web Information Visit www.NOMADworld.com regularly for information on: ❍ firmware updates ❍ NOMAD accessories ❍ tips and tricks ❍ FAQs ❍ troubleshooting ❍ documentation updates ❍ software updates or purchases ❍ technologies used in your player ❍ an online glossary Before You Begin xxiii
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You can have different menu options. A Tour of your NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra. In this document, we will use the Scroller to the option you want, and select the option by pressing the Scroller. The Scroller is one ...
You can have different menu options. A Tour of your NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra. In this document, we will use the Scroller to the option you want, and select the option by pressing the Scroller. The Scroller is one ...
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...AutoPlay mode and starts running automatically. Click the Next button to register with software that you will be updated on new developments for NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra option to select it . 9. Make sure that your player. For more details see "AutoPlay" on page D-3. 1. Click ... also select the language that your player is not connected to your Jukebox. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions. 8. Click the Install software for your computer. 2. Installing Software Your NOMAD Zen Xtra comes with Creative, so that helps you create audio tracks, manage your music library ...
...AutoPlay mode and starts running automatically. Click the Next button to register with software that you will be updated on new developments for NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra option to select it . 9. Make sure that your player. For more details see "AutoPlay" on page D-3. 1. Click ... also select the language that your player is not connected to your Jukebox. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions. 8. Click the Install software for your computer. 2. Installing Software Your NOMAD Zen Xtra comes with Creative, so that helps you create audio tracks, manage your music library ...
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...NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra comes with a USB 2.0 cable for fast data transfers to and from your player's preloaded music immediately by pressing the Play button. Basic instructions on how to use Creative MediaSource are now ready to connect your player to your computer. Getting Started 2-6 USB port Basic instructions on how to use NOMAD... Explorer are provided in "Using Creative MediaSource" on page 4-2. You...
...NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra comes with a USB 2.0 cable for fast data transfers to and from your player's preloaded music immediately by pressing the Play button. Basic instructions on how to use Creative MediaSource are now ready to connect your player to your computer. Getting Started 2-6 USB port Basic instructions on how to use NOMAD... Explorer are provided in "Using Creative MediaSource" on page 4-2. You...
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For example, you want to transfer a large movie file from audio CDs to your player with the Creative NOMAD Explorer application. Data can be transferred to another. Getting Started 2-7 However, if you wish to download additional music tracks to your player, you started quickly. ... (MP3, WMA or WAV file formats), then transferred to your computer. Transferring Music Audio selections have them "ripped" from one computer to your player with Creative MediaSource Organizer.
For example, you want to transfer a large movie file from audio CDs to your player with the Creative NOMAD Explorer application. Data can be transferred to another. Getting Started 2-7 However, if you wish to download additional music tracks to your player, you started quickly. ... (MP3, WMA or WAV file formats), then transferred to your computer. Transferring Music Audio selections have them "ripped" from one computer to your player with Creative MediaSource Organizer.
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... Managing Your Music 3-1 Playing and Managing Your Music Playing Music Music Playback Audio selections and an Audio Tour of your NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra have been preloaded to your player to NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra's Music Library, see "Using Creative MediaSource" on page 3-11, then play the Selected Music List. 1. Press the Menu button . You can add audio selections...
... Managing Your Music 3-1 Playing and Managing Your Music Playing Music Music Playback Audio selections and an Audio Tour of your NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra have been preloaded to your player to NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra's Music Library, see "Using Creative MediaSource" on page 3-11, then play the Selected Music List. 1. Press the Menu button . You can add audio selections...
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... categories. To effectively manage the music in your Music Using the Music Library To transfer audio tracks to NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra's Music Library, see "Using Creative MediaSource" on page 3-16 When audio tracks are transferred to your Creative MediaSource settings, tracks can also be renamed in the player. Besides "All Tracks", the "Toffee Apple Smile... genre can use the Music Library to: ❍ Add audio selections to the movie "The Big Sneeze". Organizing your player, you should be done in Creative MediaSource.
... categories. To effectively manage the music in your Music Using the Music Library To transfer audio tracks to NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra's Music Library, see "Using Creative MediaSource" on page 3-16 When audio tracks are transferred to your Creative MediaSource settings, tracks can also be renamed in the player. Besides "All Tracks", the "Toffee Apple Smile... genre can use the Music Library to: ❍ Add audio selections to the movie "The Big Sneeze". Organizing your player, you should be done in Creative MediaSource.
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... Managing Your Music 3-14 Deleting Music Tracks from the Music Library This action permanently deletes tracks, albums, artists, genres or Selected Music Lists from your NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra.
... Managing Your Music 3-14 Deleting Music Tracks from the Music Library This action permanently deletes tracks, albums, artists, genres or Selected Music Lists from your NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra.
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Creative NOMAD Explorer helps you manage your installation CD (see "Installing Software" on page 2-5). This chapter includes basic instructions on using NOMAD Explorer to create and edit playlists. This chapter includes basic instructions on using...file and folders in your player. Software Applications About Creative MediaSource and NOMAD Explorer Creative MediaSource, Creative NOMAD Explorer, and other useful software, are included on your NOMAD Jukebox's data files within Windows Explorer. Software Applications 4-1 Creative MediaSorce is the best way to organize and transfer ...
Creative NOMAD Explorer helps you manage your installation CD (see "Installing Software" on page 2-5). This chapter includes basic instructions on using NOMAD Explorer to create and edit playlists. This chapter includes basic instructions on using...file and folders in your player. Software Applications About Creative MediaSource and NOMAD Explorer Creative MediaSource, Creative NOMAD Explorer, and other useful software, are included on your NOMAD Jukebox's data files within Windows Explorer. Software Applications 4-1 Creative MediaSorce is the best way to organize and transfer ...
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... you want to open. On the File menu, point to Active Device and click NOMAD Jukebox. 2. Or, click the New Folder icon on how to Active Device and click NOMAD Jukebox. 3. If you have more than one time. 4. If you have more than one time... Applications 4-7 Using NOMAD Explorer Creating a folder Opening a folder Instructions on the toolbar of Windows Explorer. 5. In Windows Explorer, locate and click the Nomad Explorer icon . 1. Only one NOMAD Jukebox can be active at any one NOMAD Jukebox connected to your computer, click the NOMAD Jukebox that you want to...
... you want to open. On the File menu, point to Active Device and click NOMAD Jukebox. 2. Or, click the New Folder icon on how to Active Device and click NOMAD Jukebox. 3. If you have more than one time. 4. If you have more than one time... Applications 4-7 Using NOMAD Explorer Creating a folder Opening a folder Instructions on the toolbar of Windows Explorer. 5. In Windows Explorer, locate and click the Nomad Explorer icon . 1. Only one NOMAD Jukebox can be active at any one NOMAD Jukebox connected to your computer, click the NOMAD Jukebox that you want to...
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... the new name, and then press . In Windows Explorer, locate and click the NOMAD Explorer icon . 2. Only one NOMAD Jukebox can be active at any one NOMAD Jukebox connected to your computer, click the NOMAD Jukebox that you want to Active Device and click NOMAD Jukebox. 3. On the File menu, click Rename. 6. Changing the name of Windows Explorer. If...
... the new name, and then press . In Windows Explorer, locate and click the NOMAD Explorer icon . 2. Only one NOMAD Jukebox can be active at any one NOMAD Jukebox connected to your computer, click the NOMAD Jukebox that you want to Active Device and click NOMAD Jukebox. 3. On the File menu, click Rename. 6. Changing the name of Windows Explorer. If...
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...categories for online troubleshooting and solutions. Go to consult our self-help tool "Knowledgebase" for your Windows system may wish to www.creative.com and select your Windows desktop, double-click the My Computer icon. 2. The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) have a technical problem... Notification 4. Right-click the CD-ROM drive icon, and then click AutoPlay. 3. Click the Device Manager tab and select your NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra. The System Properties dialog box appears. 6. To start automatically after the Installation CD is inserted? Click the Properties button. FAQs ...
...categories for online troubleshooting and solutions. Go to consult our self-help tool "Knowledgebase" for your Windows system may wish to www.creative.com and select your Windows desktop, double-click the My Computer icon. 2. The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) have a technical problem... Notification 4. Right-click the CD-ROM drive icon, and then click AutoPlay. 3. Click the Device Manager tab and select your NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra. The System Properties dialog box appears. 6. To start automatically after the Installation CD is inserted? Click the Properties button. FAQs ...
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...have to worry about hard disk maintenance. FAQs and Troubleshooting C-5 No, you can do to make it last longer? Can I use the NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra for storing and playing audio, not as an extra hard drive. Is there anything I jog with your player to capacity is designed for portable... using a high contrast setting. ❍ too much use of EAX effects or environments. You can take a nice long walk with my NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra? Generally, any operation requiring the player to defragment the player's hard disk? Position the player so that you will not have to recharge ...
...have to worry about hard disk maintenance. FAQs and Troubleshooting C-5 No, you can do to make it last longer? Can I use the NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra for storing and playing audio, not as an extra hard drive. Is there anything I jog with your player to capacity is designed for portable... using a high contrast setting. ❍ too much use of EAX effects or environments. You can take a nice long walk with my NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra? Generally, any operation requiring the player to defragment the player's hard disk? Position the player so that you will not have to recharge ...