RE: MD: Sony MDS-JE470
Yeah I think so, but I got the PCLK-MN10, which use a usb connector and a PS/2 type connector So it doesn't work Ken -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Shawn Lin Sent: Monday, June 18, 2001 2:23 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: MD: Sony MDS-JE470 Kenneth Lee wrote: Hey..I am going to do the same thing too.. but I am going to sell of my 940, since the 470 and 770 can be controlled by the pc link kit, but the 940 can't... by the way, do you know any place I can buy the 770? It seems it doesn't exist anywhere... I haven't found any sources for the 770. The 940 can't be controlled by the PC Link kit? I was pretty sure my 920 could, via the S-Link input using one of those PCLK kits that cost about $150. Shawn - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: Composite v's Component (was: MD and Cassette Walkmans / Macrovi sion).
=== = NB: Over 50% of this message is QUOTED, please = = be more selective when quoting text = === On Tue, 19 Jun 2001 08:55:20 +0800, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Don't get composite and component mixed up. Composite Video typically uses one RCA, F-Type, or one BNC connector at each end of a 75-ohm coaxial cable to transmit all the signals required for colour video: luminance (brightness) and chrominance (colour). Video colour modulation schemes such as NTSC (National Television Standards Committee) and PAL (Phase Alternation Line) are examples of composite video. Cable TV often includes sound within your cable TV connection. S-Video uses MiniDin 4-pin connectors at each end of a cable that has two small 75-ohm coaxial cable lines running within it. S-video keeps the luminance signal (brightness signal) and chrominance signal (colour signal) separated. One line (or pin) carries the luminance signals, one carries the chrominance signals, and the other two lines (or pins) each are ground wires. Adding the luminance and chrominance signals together produces a composite video signal (above). S-video is also known as Separate Video or Y/C video because the Y signal (brightness) and C signal (colour) are separated. S-video is designed to provide a better quality picture than composite video. Component Video typically uses three RCA connectors or three BNC connectors at each end of a cable consisting of three separate 75-ohm coaxial cable lines within it. However, three individual 75-ohm coaxial cables with the same connectors can also be used. Component video separates the luminance signal (brightness signal) from the sub-components of the chrominance signal (the blue signal and the red signal). Notice that blue and red will produce green to achieve a completed RGB (red, green, blue) signal. Component video is designed to provide a better quality picture than s-video. RGB Video typically uses four or five RCA or BNC connectors at each end of a cable consisting of four or five individual 75-ohm coaxial cable lines within it. Again, these can be four or five individual 75-ohm coaxial cables. (Compare RGB Video with Component Video above, as they are often confused.) RGB video typically describes a computer video signal, not a television screen signal (which are typically NTSC signals or PAL signals). RGB signals are incompatible with NTSC and PAL signals, however special adaptors can be purchased to convert between them. The first three lines carry the red, green, and blue signals (the RGB signals) separately. The other two lines carry the horizontal sync and vertical sync (which can be combined into one line). Some of the confusion between composite and component, and what VCRs accept, can come about (at least in Europe, where SCART is used) in that S-Video, and RGB can be carried over SCART (although, usually a composite signal is also passed). Cheers Neil ___ Send a cool gift with your E-Card http://www.bluemountain.com/giftcenter/ - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
MD: Clie (OT)
This seems strange, but I'm sure there's some explaination... Why does the hardware (the type of Memory Stick used) affect what can be put on it? The white MagicGate memory sticks have some kind of security features on-chip... I'm not sure what they are, but I'm sure Sony have tested them! :) have a built-in ATRAC3 decoder or something? Or is it just a security thing? Just security. It has to be 'signed out' through their program OpenMG. Maximum of 3 signouts, so you can't just copy it to all your friends. This can also convert MP3s on the fly as they're being transferred, if you like your music in ATRAC3 format. So what happens if I sign out some music, which I've paid for, put it on a memory card, then decide that I want to use my Clie to record something through the line-in? I don't think it has a line-in (not that sophisticated! ;)). Still, that's irrelevant... If I repeat this two more times, am I rewarded with a song, which I've paid for, that I can't listen to? You get the signouts back when you sign the music back in! :) If there's some FAQ about this, I'd like to take a look... I don't know if there is or not... this is just stuff I've gleaned from my research. Not too shabby! I'll consider it when I get around to replacing my Palm Vx. It sounds similar to Palm's m505, which I've been drooling over for a while now, but with more and better features. It definitely competes. Better (more comfortable) form factor, incredibly superior screen (4x number of pixels, and infinitely brighter), and Memory Stick rather than SD. And a jog dial and dedicated DSP (you can't listen to MP3s on a 505). There are a few downsides (it's mostly plastic and is less rugged, and the screen's softer), but it wins out in my opinion. The only thing I don't like, which is the same complaint I have with all solid-state storage devices, is the cost of the media. It's coming down now a bit (less than $1 per MB), but that's still a lot considering the price of MDs. We can but wait... :) -Rich - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: MD: Record Level Control for Minidisc from Sound Professionals
And your point is? 3#-) Adios, LarZ --- TAMA - The Strongest Name in Drums --- -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of Peter Brown Sent: Monday, 18 June 2001 11:21 To: Minidisc List Subject:MD: Record Level Control for Minidisc from Sound Professionals === The original message was multipart MIME=== === All non-text parts (attachments) have been removed === recorders, camcorders and other recorders that can't adjust recording = levels on=20 the fly (while recording). BR- Utilizes high quality Alps slider=20 controls./FONT/DIV DIVFONT size=3D2/FONTnbsp;/DIV DIVFONT size=3D2Peter/FONT/FONT/DIV DIVFONT face=3DArial size=3D2/FONTnbsp;/DIV/BODY/HTML - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: MD: Re: Recording speeds
I would imagine that it is hardware dependent as there is no real digital audio standard from the USB's point of view. It wouldn't be of any AES/EBU or S/PDIF standard, that is for sure. Adios, LarZ --- TAMA - The Strongest Name in Drums --- -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of las Sent: Monday, 18 June 2001 3:56 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject:Re: MD: Re: Recording speeds Just what is the audio signal that the USB port puts out? Or is it hardware dependent? I had a digital Xitel that I returned because it could not constantly stream. But it seemed to me that if it did work any audio that I played on my computer, regardless of the format would be converted to optical PCM. - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
MD: off topic- leo lottke for trade
hi, i recorded leo kottke last week and it came out so well i'd like to share it. if you dont know him , he is an amazing acoustic guitarist . if you want to trade, let me know. take at look at my music trading list http://pages.zdnet.com/mikehooker/hookstradingpage have fun, Mike Hooker - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
MD: Mironics computer interface
Thanks to those who replied about my track mark insertion query. To overcome the problem of track marks when copying music from the computer, and to enable titling, I have constructed the computer link specified on the Mironics web site http://www.mironics.com It cost about $15 in parts, and now I'm trying to decide whether to try and write my own software, or buy theirs for $80. (I'm in Australia; Au$) Has anyone here used their product who could provide me with some advice? Tim - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: MD: Minidisc.org manuals: GIF or PDF?
Well, PDF Already does streaming, so on a slow connection it will load one page at a time. Just takes forecver to load the one page :) I will gladly host the PDFs if space is a concern. I have an unlimited NAS array (currently 856 GB) 2% in use. So if wanna, I will host them at my co.lo. They are pretty well connected too. Hi, I have several PDF format Sony manuals that I am about to put up on the MDCP and am thinking about junking the HTML+GIF equivalents that are kept there. Does anyone see a good reason to keep e.g. http://www.minidisc.org/jb940_manual/ when there now exists: http://www.minidisc.org/manuals/sony/sony_mdsjb940_manual.pdf ? Rick - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: Sony MZ-R700DPC
- Original Message - From: las [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2001 1:17 AM Subject: Re: MD: Sony MZ-R700DPC Kenny Hannah wrote: I dropped by Target today and picked up the 700, as someone on this list had earlier promised it would be there. They had the 500 advertised at $149 and the 700 at $199. It rang up for $249, but the display said $199, so I challenged them to look at it and they corrected it. Thats how I got mine also. :-) OK so what you are saying is that I may have to argue with them to get the unit for $199? Someone mentioned that Target has a catalog and it is listed in the catalog at $199. Does anyone know anything about that? Larry NoI didn't have to argue but if the advertised price is $199 they suppose to honor it. The clerk called the the manager to ask him/her what to do and he said go with the price that was displayed. Guess it depends on who you're dealing with I guess. - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: Mironics computer interface
Tim, this may seem like an extreme solution, but in the end it might work out better for ya. if you watch every once and a while someone is selling the sharp MD-X5 unit for $99, yeah it's 20 more than the prefab unit your looking at but it's a md/cd/reciever small bookshelf thing with a ps/2 kb attachment. it works great for titling, plus you can play and recored your md's in it. just another option i thougth you might wanna know about. - Original Message - From: Tim Pitman [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2001 11:12 AM Subject: MD: Mironics computer interface Thanks to those who replied about my track mark insertion query. To overcome the problem of track marks when copying music from the computer, and to enable titling, I have constructed the computer link specified on the Mironics web site http://www.mironics.com It cost about $15 in parts, and now I'm trying to decide whether to try and write my own software, or buy theirs for $80. (I'm in Australia; Au$) Has anyone here used their product who could provide me with some advice? Tim - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: Minidisc.org manuals: GIF or PDF?
=== = NB: Over 50% of this message is QUOTED, please = = be more selective when quoting text = === what wouldn't be a compatible pc? every system i know of can display PDF's(with the proper free software) On Tue, Jun 19, 2001 at 05:24:05PM +0100, Stuart Howlette wrote: I myself would say go with the PDF's, but not everyone may have a compatible PC, so maybe do both and give em a choice (although I know some people are afraid of choice:) ) Stuart Howlette - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
MD: MD FAQ
t0ner, inc. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: No offense, but there certainly needs to be a good MiniDisc FAQ created, as we get this question every two weeks Is there a minidisc drive I can put audio on or How do I record MP3's to MiniDisc. None taken. I agree, a good FAQ would be very helpful since people buying minidisc recorders these days probably have access to computers and might assume this technology is available. There are currently two FAQs: http://www.minidisc.org/minidisc_faq.html and http://www.minidisc.org/very_faq.html (for newbies) Please let me know the question(s) you feel are not answered by these. Rick - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: Minidisc.org manuals: GIF or PDF?
what wouldn't be a compatible pc? every system i know of can display PDF's(with the proper free software) A pc without the software I guess Stuart Howlette - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: MD FAQ
I've got an idea, why doesn't EVERYONE on this list group together, and create the most comprehensive MD FAQ in existence? Then, advertise it as the main FAQ on minidisc.org, and also put it as a link when subscribing to this list? -- Stuart Howlette There are many questions in life, but is the right answer only correct because the majority believe in it? [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.liquid2k.com/stuh84/ http://www.liquid2k.com/stuh84/personal/ -- - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: MD: MD FAQ
If, when done, you send the finished or unfinished work, my way, I will have my editor-in-chief edit and compile the thing. We could roll it into a book and publish it later, as some novelty item too! Let's get together! I'll setup an email address for this task called [EMAIL PROTECTED] if anyone wants it. Send your submissions there and we'll get to work! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of Stuart Howlette Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2001 11:26 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: MD: MD FAQ I've got an idea, why doesn't EVERYONE on this list group together, and create the most comprehensive MD FAQ in existence? Then, advertise it as the main FAQ on minidisc.org, and also put it as a link when subscribing to this list? -- Stuart Howlette There are many questions in life, but is the right answer only correct because the majority believe in it? [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.liquid2k.com/stuh84/ http://www.liquid2k.com/stuh84/personal/ -- - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: Clie (OT)
Sorry, that was completely unclear - maybe I should have read the message twice before hitting send. ;-) I should have said use my Clie to record something in place of what I signed out. So, what happens when you cannot sign your music back in? Based on how I use my MD recorder, blowing away the data on a memory stick and recording something else is a likely possibility. And, as far as I can tell, this is a legitimate use of everything involved since I'm not copying the music to someone else. That's what I thought you were saying, it was clear enough so don't berate yourself :) As far as I'm aware, there's no way around it. But then, the MS Walkman and Clie don't have line in, and I doubt you could record regardless. But I definitely see the problem - maybe the files are write-protected, and can only be restored by signing in? I'll definately consider it. One advantage I can see for a genuine Palm over something else running PalmOS is expandability. I already have a portable keyboard and the hard case for my Vx. If I got a Clie to replace it, I'd definately need a keyboard, which Sony doesn't seem to have yet. I also wouldn't mind a GPS reciever and some mapping software, which is available for the Vx, for when I'm on the road. Definite advantage in an existing system. Having said that, Targus have a stowaway keyboard out for the Clie now, Sonystyle have cases (as well as the thousands of other cases that will fit), and Sony are working on fingerprint recognition, GPS and camera modules for the MS slot. Yeah, its that comparison to MD that ruins it all, isn't it? ;-) Besides, considering how small the R900 is and how much music it can put on a disc, why would I want to use a handheld computer for it? (as I try to justify sticking with Palm and fail miserably) Heh, that's one of the arguments both for and against. For: I don't need to carry my 900 when I need a handheld and an hour of music. Against: why pay more when I have my 900? Confuses the issue, certainly :) In any case, this has certainly thrown a twist into my upgrade plans. I guess the only thing to do is wait since the Clie really appeals to me, but currently lacks some things that I'd have a hard time living without. Exactly my conclusion. It's got a jog dial, music playing, great screen, but it's got some issues. I suppose I'll wait for an iPAQ killer (new Psion?) with a MS slot, and everything else to satisfy my wanton hardware lusts! :) If you do end up getting one, maybe you'll let me or the list know? I'd be interested in your viewpoint on it. Particularly on whether or not low-bitrate ATRAC3 really does outperform 128kbps MP3... a thorny subject on the Clie boards. -Rich - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: MD FAQ
=== = NB: Over 50% of this message is QUOTED, please = = be more selective when quoting text = === Might I suggest the Faq-O-Matic? http://faqomatic.sourceforge.net/fom-serve/cache/1.html - Original Message - From: Stuart Howlette [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2001 2:26 PM Subject: Re: MD: MD FAQ I've got an idea, why doesn't EVERYONE on this list group together, and create the most comprehensive MD FAQ in existence? Then, advertise it as the main FAQ on minidisc.org, and also put it as a link when subscribing to this list? -- Stuart Howlette There are many questions in life, but is the right answer only correct because the majority believe in it? [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.liquid2k.com/stuh84/ http://www.liquid2k.com/stuh84/personal/ -- - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: MD FAQ
=== = NB: Over 50% of this message is QUOTED, please = = be more selective when quoting text = === Any more votes for this cause or is that it, two people? -- Stuart Howlette There are many questions in life, but is the right answer only correct because the majority believe in it? [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.liquid2k.com/stuh84/ http://www.liquid2k.com/stuh84/personal/ -- - Original Message - From: Jacob Alifrangis [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2001 7:35 PM Subject: RE: MD: MD FAQ If, when done, you send the finished or unfinished work, my way, I will have my editor-in-chief edit and compile the thing. We could roll it into a book and publish it later, as some novelty item too! Let's get together! I'll setup an email address for this task called [EMAIL PROTECTED] if anyone wants it. Send your submissions there and we'll get to work! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of Stuart Howlette Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2001 11:26 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: MD: MD FAQ I've got an idea, why doesn't EVERYONE on this list group together, and create the most comprehensive MD FAQ in existence? Then, advertise it as the main FAQ on minidisc.org, and also put it as a link when subscribing to this list? -- Stuart Howlette There are many questions in life, but is the right answer only correct because the majority believe in it? [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.liquid2k.com/stuh84/ http://www.liquid2k.com/stuh84/personal/ -- - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: Minidisc.org manuals: GIF or PDF?
BeOS, god i hope they can access PDF's do you know how much developer info is distributed for BeOS in PDF form? Be has several programs for viewing PDF's both their own and ported Unix applications. BSD, BSD is a unix w/ support for several of the PDF apps that I've used FreeBSD(i'm assuming you mean FreeBSD) see BSD, w/ the added support of Linux emulation just in case. AtheOS, yes AtheOS has support for PDF's(dog slow, but it works) QNX - QNX RTP ships w/ phpdf Apples OS X has built in support for PDF's both viewing and creating. if i've missed anything i appologize but my knowledge of OS's isn't what it used to be. plus there are many good PDF conversion tools to translage pdfs into latex, other images, PostScript etc. On Tue, Jun 19, 2001 at 08:48:25PM +0100, Stuart Howlette wrote: What about BeOS and BSD, FreeSD, etc, you get the point - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: Minidisc.org manuals: GIF or PDF?
What about BeOS and BSD, FreeSD, etc, you get the point -- Stuart Howlette There are many questions in life, but is the right answer only correct because the majority believe in it? [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.liquid2k.com/stuh84/ http://www.liquid2k.com/stuh84/personal/ -- - Original Message - From: Marc Britten [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2001 8:08 PM Subject: Re: MD: Minidisc.org manuals: GIF or PDF? i guess, but really, the software is free and just about every CD i've used to install windows software has acrobat reader on it. i'm not sure how prevelent it is in the Mac world, but ever Unix machine i've been on has some piece of software i could use to view PDF's perhaps we should go w/ both, but w/ PDFS its going to make searching a lot easier. marc On Tue, Jun 19, 2001 at 07:22:57PM +0100, Stuart Howlette wrote: what wouldn't be a compatible pc? every system i know of can display PDF's(with the proper free software) A pc without the software I guess - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: MD FAQ
I'm all for it and will contribute if i can might i also dissuade from the use of FaqOMatic or anything like that. We can make this look so much more professional and usable for beginners by hand. marc On Tue, Jun 19, 2001 at 08:52:48PM +0100, Stuart Howlette wrote: Any more votes for this cause or is that it, two people? - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
MD: Cheap minidiscs in Croydon
Hail to you all, minidiscers of the world. I was in the Croydon Dixons today and bought a five-pack of Sharp *80* minute MDs for eight quid (7.99). That's £1.60 each, the cheapest brand name 80 min discs I've seen so far, especially in those quantities. I'm going to buy more! Al. - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: MD: MD and Cassette Walkmans.
Wouldn't it be great to have an MD player like that? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Mike Lastucka Sent: 18 June 2001 14:56 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: MD: MD and Cassette Walkmans. When was the last time someone on this m-list purchased a Cassette walkman ? Are they still very popular ? They are still on the shelves but I don't know anyone who has bought one in the last 3 years. Perhaps parents still buy them for their kids? shrug I haven't had a walkman in a long time, but the last one I owned was this really spanky Sony. It was a cassette/radio player, barely larger than the cassette itself. When the casssette was removed, the whole thing could slide down into itself about an inch and a half. Very cool bit of engineering, I've never seen it since. - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: MD: MD FAQ
The email address I gave earlier. Will be up momentarily. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of Marc Britten Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2001 2:51 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: MD: MD FAQ just so we can have this straight, send to you means, the email address your posting from or the email address you gave earlier? marc (who has nothing against the current faq's, but thinks we can get ALOT more info going) On Tue, Jun 19, 2001 at 01:54:39PM -0700, Jacob Alifrangis wrote: Send me what you've got and I'll make it look the best. - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: Mironics computer interface
=== = NB: Over 50% of this message is QUOTED, please = = be more selective when quoting text = === wow, that looks pretty cool, i think i have a project to do. as for software, do you have experience doing parport development? or a lot of programming experience in general? if so I'll help. I do a lot of serial communictions and would love to jump in and see what i can do w/ this. marc On Wed, Jun 20, 2001 at 02:12:42AM +1000, Tim Pitman wrote: Thanks to those who replied about my track mark insertion query. To overcome the problem of track marks when copying music from the computer, and to enable titling, I have constructed the computer link specified on the Mironics web site http://www.mironics.com It cost about $15 in parts, and now I'm trying to decide whether to try and write my own software, or buy theirs for $80. (I'm in Australia; Au$) Has anyone here used their product who could provide me with some advice? Tim - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: MD: MD FAQ
marc (who has nothing against the current faq's, but thinks we can get ALOT more info going) Then may I suggest you send the extra information to Rick Woudenberg who can add it to the existing MDCP FAQs. It's up to you guys to do whatever you want, of course, but I don't see the point of re-inventing the wheel. The MDCP at www.minidisc.org is the most informative, best organised, and best updated maintained MD resource that I'm aware of anywhere on the internet, probably anywhere in the printed English language. Isn't it simplest just to be able to go to that one resource and see - or be linked to - everything MD related? Why supplant what MDCP already does? To be honest the suggestion seems a little ungracious and unfair to the work that Rick Woudenberg et al have done with MDCP. An earlier post suggested that everyone on MD-L should get together to create the FAQ. It's a nice idea, given the expertise lurking on the list - but I suspect (from previous experience on collaborative projects too numerous to mention) that it won't that easy. If everyone actually does get involved, there will ultimately be differences as to what should/shouldn't be in the FAQ, what the facts are on certain things are etc. Ultimately you will need an editor, and Rick already does that - and with his not insignificant experience. Don't take this as a flame - your intentions are great, guys - but when you look at MDCP, it seems better to me to put the effort into perfecting the existing resource than duplicating/competing with it One final comment I would make is perhaps that the initial subscription e-mail to MD-L have a link to the MDCP FAQ, or perhaps have atop ten FAQ in it? That might deal with the MD-L issues... Richard Lang Senior Solicitor Duncan Cotterill Christchurch, New Zealand email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] tel: (++64)-3-379-2430 fax: (++64)-3-379-7097 http://www.duncancotterill.com ___PLEASE NOTE: ___ This communication contains information that is confidential and which may be subject to legal privilege or subject to copyright. If you are not the intended recipient, you must not use, distribute or copy the contents of this communication. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by reply e-mail, facsimile or collect telephone call to +64 3 379 2430 and destroy the original. We virus scan all e-mails and electronic media but are not responsible for any virus or alternation. - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: MD: Mironics computer interface
I purchased their product and am reasonably pleased with it. Although I am an experienced software developer, I have not worked at the hardware level so I can't give a fair assessment as to how difficult it is to write your own software. My guess is that it would be difficult as the timing of commands sent to the dongle would be somewhat critical (I highly doubt the dongle has a command buffer). The unit does work as advertised, but I have seen numerous glitches, some of which were caused by my lack of understanding of what was truly going on. Others, simply unexplainable. My only guess is because of timing issues between the software and my MZ-R900. The current software is functional but very poor as far as usability goes. I've spoken with the designer and he tells me that a new version should be out shortly which includes numerous new features. I've inquired if he would consider wrapping the engine/driver in an ActiveX control so that people like me could write my own custom software to suit my needs. He blatantly ignored that question. I am also under the impression that the hardware he is selling is different than the DIY instructions he first posted on his web site. The site implied that the commercial unit supported more features. Wes Hsu now I'm trying to decide whether to try and write my own software, or buy theirs for $80. (I'm in Australia; Au$) Has anyone here used their product who could provide me with some advice? - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: Earphones for MD
on 6/18/01 4:44 PM, Bard, James at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I saw a post concerning B O earphones, and it just so happens that I tried a pair which a friend had today. I thought they sounded very good. I'm not sure what the model was, but may have been A6 or A8. Those BO headphones look really cool but their sound is very average. Which means that for the price, they are a horrible deal ;) I am looking for very high quality sound and wonder what you would recommend. As I mentioned in a post a few days ago, before we can recommend anything, you need to answer a few questions: 1) Do you have a preference in terms of earbud vs. circumaural (on-the-ear) vs. supra-aural (around-the-ear) headphones? 2) Do you want open or closed headphones? In other words, do you want 'phones that block out external sound and keep your music from disturbing others? Or do you want to be able to hear the outside world? Keep in mind that in *general* open cans sound better. 3) Do you have any preferences in terms of how you like your music to sound? Accurate? More bass? More treble? If you answer these, we can help you pick some really great 'phones for your budget. - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: Mironics computer interface
i noticed the feature list shows a few features not supported for my unit w/ the DIY stuff, but nothing vital from what i could see. i think it was volume marc On Tue, Jun 19, 2001 at 10:04:35PM -0400, Wesleyan Hsu wrote: than the DIY instructions he first posted on his web site. The site implied that the commercial unit supported more features. - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: MD: Earphones for MD
others? Or do you want to be able to hear the outside world? Keep in mind that in *general* open cans sound better. Personally I prefer the closed type. Especially at work. :) They do an excellent job of blocking out ambient noise. Definitely wouldn't wear them while driving, and you definitely have to be more aware of your environment when out and about walking and such. :) --- Mike Lastucka, B. Tech [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://sites.netscape.net/element5/ 2048 bit DH 0x16DC15CD _ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
MD: new $40 soundcard
Hi all, don't know if this has been seen before, but it seems like a pretty good deal, soundcard with coax SPDIF, optical SPDIF and even an MD optical cable for $40! The review's here: http://www.sharkyextreme.com/hardware/reviews/zoltrix_nightingale/ -Luis - To stop getting this list send a message containing just the word unsubscribe to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
