Creative NOMAD Zen XTRA manual Getting Started

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Encoding is the second phase of making an MP3 file. Encoders are used to convert the stored audio tracks, usually WAV files, into MP3 files. MP3 encoding is considered lossy compression, which means that some data is lost during compression. However, using the standard sampling rate and bitrates will ensure that your MP3 files retain much of their audio quality. The standard bitrate of most MP3 files is 128 Kbps, although some are set higher, at 160 or 192 Kbps. Higher bitrates will result in larger MP3 file sizes, with better audio quality. Use Creative MediaSource Organizer to extract audio tracks and encode MP3s.

See the Creative MediaSource Organizer online Help for more information.

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Contents Page User’s Guide Contents Contents Safety and Handling Instructions Getting Started Software Applications Technical Specifications Frequently Asked Questions and Error Diagrams Safety and Handling Instructions Safety and Handling Instructions Caring For Your PlayerBattery Usage Precautions Introduction Introduction Before You Begin Package Contents Before You BeginPlayer CreativeMediaSource OrganizerCreative Nomad Explorer Adobe Acrobat Reader Minimum System Requirements Document Conventions Web Information Optional Player Accessories Online Registration Tour of Your Player Tour of Your Player Your Player at a GlanceUsing Scroller Scroll SelectConfirmation box options Selecting menuOptions What It Does Usage Tips Menu options and press Getting Started Inserting the battery Getting StartedPress the cover gently to snap shut as shown in Figure Charging the Battery Connecting the player to a power socket Getting StartedWhat the icon means Power Source Level IndicatorsIcon Installing Software Connecting your Player to your Computer Transferring Music Downloading from the internet Ripping from aGetting Started Playing and Managing Your Music Music Playback Playing and Managing Your MusicPlaying Music Playing all tracks in your player Selected Music List screen appears Play ModesRepeating music Shuffling music Playing a track once Normal mode Bookmarking a track To remove a bookmark Using Music Library Organizing your MusicFinding a Music Track Music Library Adding Music Tracks to the Selected Music List Playing and Managing Your Music Viewing Track Information Music Library Deleting Music Tracks from the Music Library Playing and Managing Your Music Using Selected Music List Viewing music tracks in the Selected Music ListTo collapse an album, artist or genre Viewing track information in the Selected Music List Scroll Select either Selected Music or Now PlayingRemoving music tracks from the Selected Music List To remove all audio from the Selected Music List Rearranging Selected Music List Playing and Managing Your Music Saving the Selected Music List as a playlist Playing and Managing Your Music Using EAX Enhancing Your MusicTo use EAX with your currently playing audio Customizing EQ Settings in EAX Scroll Select Setting Advanced EQPlaying and Managing Your Music Software Applications Software Applications About Creative MediaSource Nomad ExplorerUsing Creative MediaSource Ripping Audio CD TracksTransferring tracks Using Media SnifferGo to Tools Settings -Media Sniffer Click the Show/Hide Right Panel buttonEditing audio track information Select the Edit Track Properties optionSources window, select PC Music Library Creating a playlistSaving the Selected Music List Player/Organizer View button Deleting a playlistSelect PC Music Library Using Nomad Explorer Creating a folder Opening a folderChanging the name Deleting a file orFolder A file or folderPage Appendixes Technical Specifications Technical Specifications USB 2.0/USBSignal to Noise Ratio Channel Separation THDData Connector Playback SpeedOnscreen Diagram and Icon B Guide Diagram Action/Meaning Onscreen Diagram and Icon GuideDiagrams InformationPlayback Icons IconAction/MeaningSelected Music List Icons Play Mode Icons Navigational Icons Genre category Frequently Asked Questions and C Error Diagrams AutoPlay FAQs and TroubleshootingClick Start -Settings -Control Panel Features General How can I get accessories for my Jukebox? FAQs and Troubleshooting C-4 Can I jog with my Nomad Jukebox Zen Xtra? Maintenance UsageDo I need to defragment the player’s hard disk? Should I leave my player plugged into the AC adapter? Diagram Likely Causes Suggested Action User Preferences User Preferences Setting User PreferencesChanging Settings Profiles Profiles screen, you canContrast Language Settings Setting Sleep TimerMenu Language Setting time and dateTime and Date Input LanguageAccessing Information Screen Setting Wake-To- MusicResetting your Player’s Settings To unlock your Locking and unlocking your PlayerTo lock your player