Simply the Basics

[djonathang]

Hello All,

Just discovered this site. First post. Sorry if this question has been asked many times, but I could sure use your help.

First, I'm not terribly computer savvy.

I have a MZ-N707.

I use it to record my guitar lessons. I use a Sony ECM-MS907 microphone. Very nice combination.

I am interested in transfering my recordings to my PC. In reading the various posts, I have done the following:

Successful download and installation of HiMD Renderer

Successful download and installation of Sonic Stage (Versio 4.2.02)

I have my player plugged into the computer via the cable that came with the unit. It is recognized by the computer, although it doesn't show up as a drive on the desktop, i.e., I can't see the files. However, when I opened the HiMD Renderer, and selected the MD Recorder button, it found the tracks.

This is where I hit the wall. Lots of features, and I'm not sure what to do from here. Can some one point me toward simple directions? My goal is to have the recordings in an MP3 format that I can then store and share with my fellow students.

Thank you.

[The Low Volta]

you have a NetMD model which means the USB is PC -> MD only (not MD -> PC) so read this guide for getting audio on your PC from MD or invest in an RH1 (search these forums for more info on that model)

[djonathang]

Okay,

Not one to give up quickly, I'm exploring.

Two interesting outcomes.

1. When I attempted one transfer...not sure exactly what I was doing...but made the output format mp3...an interesting thing happened. Somehow, I didn't get the recording from the MZ-707, but picked up a conversation of my wife and I chatting in the room...must have been through the webcam microphone.

2. I did the same transfer(through HiMd Renderer), and this time I left the format as .wav. This got me closer, but the volume is super low...nearly inaudible.

Another point was that it recorded in real time. I would hope to transfer at a faster rate. Is this too much to ask?

Thanks...boy I hope this makes sense.

DG

[The Low Volta]

I'm sorry to hear you're not giving up that easily

no really, believe us. We've all tried before and just read what I've suggested... this will limit your (useless) efforts and further frustration

- what transfers? there is no transfer (i.e. digitally through USB from MD to PC) possible with your model, not at all, never, not even with hacks... NetMD simply wasn't intended to do what you want.

- there is no 'faster than real time with your model', never, not even...well, you get the idea

- the only thing you can do is rerecording from MD to PC in real time (analog or if you have a deck with optical out digitally). When rerecording you do not get sound from the USB cable, but from the headphone out (MD) to the line in (PC) and this is very clearly described in the guide I linked

please search and read the forums a bit as this is all addressed lots of times before

PS: the RH1 will do all you ask (even with your existing recordings, but that is the ONLY model that will)

[djonathang]

The Low Volta,

Thanks so much for your help, and patience. After reading your last post, I gave my wife the - isn't the internet an amazing thing - speech.

So, if I want this process to be easier, i.e., quicker etc. is there a new MD recorder/player that is a best buy/most popular?

I was entertaining an Ipod, but I don't think it will have the same high-quality sound recording as is provided by my microphone.

Thanks in advance.

Best,

DG

[bobt]

The absolute best unit is the RH-1, but any Hi-MD model with a mic input will allow you to record and digitally upload.

The RH-1 is the only one that will upload other recorded material.

Until that happens though, you are stuck to real time uploading from your line-out to puter input

Have fun

Bob

[djonathang]

The Low Volta,

Got it! Made it work! Downloaded all the necessary stuff! Made the export as an MP3! Excellent!

Thanks again.

DG