How Do You Set Up an MP3 Player

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How Do You Set Up an MP3 Player

by ROBERT VAUX, DEMAND MEDIA

It's helpful to think of an MP3 player as an extension of your computer, containing the music and movie files from the hard drive and allowing you to carry them anywhere. Once you understand that, setting it up becomes extremely easy -- you simply need to connect the player to the computer and copy the needed files over.

Software

In some cases (such as with Apple's iPod) specialized software exists to facilitate the uploading process. The specifics depend on the precise model of MP3 player you own. If yours has software, start by installing it in your computer (it should be included in the MP3 player's box). This usually amounts to placing the software disc in your disc drive and following the onscreen instructions. If your payer doesn't use software, then you can disregard this stage.

Songs

With the software installed, the next step is to create MP3s of the songs and movies you want on your player. Open the MP3 software in your computer (if necessary) and copy any songs, movies or videos you wish to place on your MP3 player. The precise method depends on the software. In many cases, you can place a CD into the computer's disc drive and copy the songs into the program. You can also buy and download songs using online services such as Amazon.com and iTunes' store. If you want to include movies, you can download digital copies from the same source, or obtain a digital version included in many DVDs.

Hooking Up the Player

The final stage entails connecting the MP3 player to the computer using the connecting cable that came with it. If you're using software, an image of the player should appear in the software window. From there, you can select which songs or movies you want to include on the MP3 player, then click the "Sync" or "Update" button to upload them onto the player. You can also set the software to automatically synchronize your MP3 player every time you connect it to the computer. If your MP3 player doesn't use software, then click and drag the MP3 files containing the songs and/or movies you want onto the player's icon on the desktop. In both cases, it may take a few minutes to upload everything, so be patient. Disconnect the MP3 player from the computer when you have finished uploading and the computer informs you that it is safe to do so. Plug the ear buds into the MP3 player and test a few songs to make sure they uploaded safely. (Note that MP3 players have a space limit, which means you may not be able to fit all the songs in your collection to a given MP3 player.)

About the Author

Robert Vaux has been a professional writer and editor since 1995. He has traveled throughout Europe and North America as well as parts of North Africa. Since 2000 he has been a professional movie critic at Flipside Movie Emporium, the Sci-Fi Movie Page and Mania.com. Vaux has a Master of Arts in English literature from Syracuse University.

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