Ss 3.0 And 3.1 Keep Crashing - ?

[mcca6392]

Well, after about one day of using the software, SS 3.1 decided to not like me again. And I'm back to square one.

My main issue is when I attempt to import a mulitude of files into my library (e.g. more than one at a time). I get this error in a dialog box:

Omgjbox.exe - Application Error

The instruction at "0x6c1370ad" referenced memory at "0x5b2b7800". The memory could not be "read".

I've reported the error to Microsoft; they say Sony has no support on this at this time.

Here's the stats on my system:

-XP Home

-512 mb RAM

-Direct X 9.0C

-SP2 Installed

-MDAC and JET are apparently up to most recent specs

-"clean" re-installed software 4-5 times; no real change - albeit it will let me import multiple files for a little while; then decide to crash with the same results above. Will then do it anytime after that point.

Can someone help guide me with a resolution to this issue?

Thanks

Evan

Edited May 8, 2005 by mcca6392

[mcca6392]

I'm not trying to comment-whore here, but after 40 views - any ideas on how to fix this?

Otherwise, I'm going to have to call Sony....(shudder)....we'll see how that goes....

[atrain]

you have SP2 but the most common omgjbox errors were fixed by this windows update

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details...59-72057a21021e

if you have ss3.1 & sp2 then it should have been fixed but maybe try it anyway?

[hanyanghy]

have you installed anything like "ffdshow"(AV code software)? if you did, just reinstall them without MP3, wav...... audio codes. then may can solve your problem

Edited May 10, 2005 by hanyanghy

[mcca6392]

have you installed anything like "ffdshow"(AV code software)?  if you did, just reinstall them without MP3, wav...... audio codes. then may can solve your problem

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Huh? Lol, I have no idea. Maybe I'm dumb, but I don't know what this "av code software" really is, let alone "ffdshow". Any other examples of this stuff?

It's rather a moot point. Due to some accidental conflicts that occured when re-installing SS for the ump-teenth time, I'm now blessed with the priviledge of backing up my 30 gigs of data, formatting my disk drive (for the better, trust me), and re-installing XP. I'm then going to go about getting SS 3.1 to work first and foremostly; after that, the other "accessory" software is reloaded.

[Christopher]

That's dedication, for sure. Good luck!

[zerodB]

Haha... formating your disk drive and reinstalling your OS from scratch will most definatley fix any software problems you might have. Perhaps we should just recommend this from now on

In all seriousness, this is what the most hardcore of computer users actually do - since software operation isn't flaw-free, most will do this from time-to-time. In fact, the uber-geeks will create a bootable "unattended" installation disk that will completley install their OS from scratch including the latest service packs and updates, as well as the bulk of the other applications and software they use.

An overkill perhaps, for your average Joe Schmo PC user, but not a bad idea.

[mcca6392]

Haha... formating your disk drive and reinstalling your OS from scratch will most definatley fix any software problems you might have. Perhaps we should just recommend this from now on

In all seriousness, this is what the most hardcore of computer users actually do - since software operation isn't flaw-free, most will do this from time-to-time. In fact, the uber-geeks will create a bootable "unattended" installation disk that will completley install their OS from scratch including the latest service packs and updates, as well as the bulk of the other applications and software they use.

An overkill perhaps, for your average Joe Schmo PC user, but not a bad idea.

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Well.....you may just well want to reccomend it - as it works!

I think the biggest flaw I had was that I had previously removed SP2 - and I don't think it was completely off, nor was it completely-on when I re-installed it.

Formatting the disk, and reloading Windows (along with updating everything possible) has allowed 3.1 to work flawlessly. I transfered some MP3s to the RH10, and transfered some recorded Loveline shows to the PC - both work fine.

Oh, yea - the library importation problem has been resolved. Completely. (Knocks loudly on wood of vintage Pioneer reciever next to MD unit)

This may have been an extreme measure - but it works great. The longest parts were to back-up my 30 gigs of critical data (not on Hi-MD, though) - and to update Windows with various patches and SP2. And SS 3.1.

Although - I do still need to get MD Simpleburner 2 - but that's a small issue.

On another note of good luck, I found last week that Michigan's only Sony Style store is no more than 20 minutes from my house - and they had a plethora of Hi-MD blanks there. Yea, the purple ones - and yea, no bulk discount, but I'm one for instant gratification - it's nice to find a local source for 'em.

Thanks to all who've helped in oneway or another - I'm back in business!

-Regards,

[mcca6392]

Well - it apparently works 95% of the time - it does crash on certain MP3s I try to import into the library. I'm sure if I keep screwing with it I can get something to happen.....I hope....