I n s t a l l i n g t h e S o f t w a r e
Installing Rio 500 Software for the PC
Installing the RioPort Audio Manager software is a quick and simple procedure.To install the software:
1.Turn on your computer. After it has booted, insert the Rio Installation CD disk. The Rio installation program should auto- matically launch if your computer’s
If the installation program does not start automatically, then from My Computer,
2.You are requested to select a destination directory. We recommend you use the default directory paths. Click Next.
3.Click Next to proceed with the installation.
4.Click Finish when the Install Complete screen appears.
You are now ready to enjoy the wonderful world of RioPort!
You must have the Rio 500 connected to your PC in order to register the RioPort Audio Manager software.
RioPort Audio Manager Overview
RioPort’s Audio Manager is the world’s most powerful and intuitive software application developed for managing digital audio content and players from your PC’s desktop.The RioPort Audio Manager provides four of the most commonly used software tools necessary for managing digital audio content in one very simple to use application.
Unlike similar digital audio applications, at the heart of the RioPort Audio Manager is a powerful database for storing and organizing your music and audio tracks. This database (jukebox) allows a simple method for copying and organizing your entire CD collection into MP3’s, or the new WMA format from Microsoft, and storing these files on your PC’s hard drive or any other storage device. The RioPort Audio Manager also has a built in Web browser that is custom configured for searching and downloading digital audio on the Web. What’s best is the application seamlessly downloads your favorite files to any RioPort compatible digital audio player, including the Rio PMP300 or Rio 500.
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collection for your favorite |
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tracks stored in the Jukebox on |
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your PC with this simple playlist |
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editor. Create customized |
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playlists and albums to listen to |
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by title, lyrics, CD art and more. |
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Copy from Your CDs |
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Audio Manager automatically |
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on your PC, or download to your |
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RioPort compatible device. |
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The Minimized Player
Installing Rio 500 Software for the Macintosh
Installing the RioPort SoundJam MP by C&G application is a quick and simple procedure. To install the software:
1.Insert the Rio Installation CD into your
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3.Click Continue to get past the splash screen.
4.Click Install to install SoundJam MP on the indicated volume.
5.When installation is complete, click Quit and you are ready to launch RioPort SoundJam MP.
6.Start SoundJam MP by
You must have the Rio 500 connected to your Mac in order to register the software.
RioPort SoundJam MP Software Overview
Introducing RioPort SoundJam MP by C&G, an MP3 player and encoder for the Mac. SoundJam MP converts music quickly into digital quality MP3's from CD, AIFF, QuickTime™, and WAV formats. SoundJam MP takes full advantage of the high compression of the MP3 format allowing you to compress your music collection, while maintaining digital quality. With MP3 compression you can put all your music into a jukebox collection on your Mac!
SoundJam MP
Main Screen
When your work is done and you just want to listen to audio on your Mac, you can play back your favorite music files from your playlist or CD.
Converter
You can record audio CDs and save tracks into .MP3 format to be transferred and played on the Rio 500.
SoundJam MP Connection Manager
Using the Connection Manager, you can connect to and export audio to your RioPort device. Simply choose the track or playlist by selecting “Add...” or drag the desired track to the view window.
Master Playlist
A simple editor that allows you to search your audio collection stored on your Mac, and create custom- ized playlists for playback.
RioPort is a registered trademark of RioPort.com, Inc. Audible.com and AudibleReady are registered trademarks of Audible.com, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. InterTrust is the registered trademark of InterTrust Technologies Corporation, and the InterTrust logo, MetaTrust and MetaTrust Utility are trademarks of InterTrust Technologies Corporation, all of which may or may not be used in certain jurisdictions. All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or organizations. Unauthorized duplication and distribution of any recordings downloaded from the Internet or made from CD’s, are a violation of copyright law and international treaties. All rights reserved. Diamond and RioPort.com reserve the right to change specifications without notice. Copyright © 1999 Diamond Multimedia Systems, Ltd. P/N
Need more help on the Rio 500? Please refer to the software online help. For FAQ information visit www.diamondmm.co.uk. For support email to tech.supt@diamondmm.com.
