TO ALL MEMBERS: CONCERNING THE FAQ POSTS/FAQ Requests

[sweetspot]

I can assure you mike, that absolutely no FAQ's were deleted. What I wound up doing in the software FAQ section, is moving most threads to the software section of the forum. There were actually no FAQ's so to speak. Furthermore, I have enhanced the way FAQ posting is handled. From now on, no one will be allowed to post any threads or posts IN a thread, until the post is looked at by a mod/admin. This way, we'll only have legit FAQ's.

We're also going to be re-vamping some of the rules/regulations, so that newbs or people who don't care about forum ediquette, will think twice about mis-posting. I'm really sorry for any inconvenience that you or anyone else may have experienced lately. We're working on making Mistic as good as or better than it's ever been. Please be patient though, as MANY new members come here every day, we're bound to hit the occasional nutsac..er...snag along the way !

Sincerely,
Doug.

[andrewmel]

personally i would like to give three cheers to nutsack, his post banning rants over at the zoo were responsible for me, and i think tedj coming here!!!

i think we could do with a few more (short term) visits by his ilk who then go to the zoo and vent!!!



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[sweetspot]

Damn, I haven't been to the zoo in months actually !

[TedJ]

Originally Posted by Sweet Spot

Damn, I haven't been to the zoo in months actually !

You're not missing much SS. Since the overhaul, the site is all but dead. Maybe 15 posts per day, usually question that are rarely answered. Pity actually, since there were some people there who were trying to increase the S/N ratio of the place...

[Kono Yo No Shirushi]

Would it be possible if you can add an FAQ that tells everyone what you should or shouldn't to to make sure that the player warranty is valid?

Thanks,

K

[Astec]

Anybody else doing this? If not I will do it tomorrow.

[andrewmel]

it would be good if a mac user could come up with a faq about using the mac with the h3xx, h1xx and h10....

i would do this but i prefer to use a computer

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[andrewmel]

going to bump this as well. i know that there are some linux users who are experienced iriver users and who can explain things well.

c'mon, have a go!!!

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[Praz]

I think a Linux FAQ would be a great idea. I love using Linux but have not made the full switch to use it as my main home OS. Any information I can ge tto help me do more of my work on Linux is always welcome information. (As well as the above mentioned users, MrStaticVoid also comes to mind as someone who uses Linux and seems to know a lot about it)

[Astec]

OOOO below the belt andrew, any takers it need not be a huge guide, just cover the basics.

[Astec]

Completely forgot about this one. Right better get started. If people have comments or additions please PM me about them DO NOT POST IN THE FAQ SECTION.

[andrewmel]

and make sure that tedj is consulted, he often solves linux problems.

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[andrewmel]

from peterj

Apologies - The IRiver Germany number is 49 6196 4700 (not 470)
Stick 00 in front from the UK.

Address is:
IRiver Europe GMBH
Mergenthaler Allee 79-81
65760 Eschborn
Germany

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[reddshack]

Make sure to send a postcard while on your next vacation/holiday....

iRiver America, Inc.
638 Gibraltar Court
Milpitas, CA 95035

[Astec]

I dont want any rubbish in this thread just the you to tell me topics that have come up often and need to be FAQs for the H300s or any other player. Please no "yea thats a good one", only legitimate posts of what FAQs need to be written. If there are 2 made on the same topic they will be merged by the mods so thats no worry. So post the following
- The question
- Links to where its resolved so the person can get more info (only add this if you know where it is)

Please no rubbish just what needs to be archived and I and others can get cracking on them. Please make sure before you post that its not covered already.

[SoulEata]

There is a FAQ request forum.

[Praz]

I don't mean to rubbish this thread, and I ask a mod to delete this if it is out of place, but how will you decide who will write which FAQs? You don't want to have two people working on the same one, only to find that one won't be used and is a waste.

[Astec]

If there are 2 made on the same topic they will be merged by the mods so thats no worry.

If you read you will note that detail. you probably didnt even notice it was there.

I know there is an FAQ request forum, but it doesnt work as no one requests them, I answered a number of them that had been sitting for several months a short time back. Posting this here is more suited as I really want H300 users to take the initiative. They see this and so will know what they want. If they never look at the FAQs at least its a suggestion box. Im just sick of people complaining over the new rules so Im trying to do some way within my power to help.

[MusicPhan]

I had a question, i'm not sure how many others had it, but how do you delete files on the go. Like if i made a recording but slipped up and want to delete it, how can i do that? For the H320 US.

[Astec]

Right addressing this now as an FAQ. Any others?

[seadzz]

There is a need for a FAQ for the question about Windows does not recognize a H3XX or H10. I would have written the FAQ myself but do not own either product and am not exactly 100% sure of the answer I have not done so.

I suspect the majority of the answer is related to the configuration of Windows with only a small portion being tied to the DAP.

As a part of this FAQ or perhaps a second separate one some effort should be placed on the question of Napster or other online service not recognizing the player is also a good idea.

Heaven forbid that I would condone the use of a rent-a-music download service but it may be the wave of the future and this is a question that does pop up.

sdz

[Astec]

I cant field that one so someone else can but we need to make a stab at this and try to cure the problems we have over ignorance.

[jimbriam]

FAQ: XCOPY Method

Notes: This FAQ was written to address the XCOPY Method ONLY. It includes how to do the XCOPY method and some frequently asked questions regarding the XCOPY Method.

Compatible Players: US and International H3x0 Players

Cautions: Please backup your files before doing XCOPY, XCOPY takes longer than dragging and dropping.

Q. What is XCOPY?

A. The XCOPY method can shortens boot times. XCOPY is a method used to improve the FAT table layout on the H300 hard drive. (Boot time: The ammount of time require for the H3x0 player to become fully functional after pressing the (On/Play) button).

Q. How long does it take to do the XCOPY Method?

A. This depends on the amount of songs your are copying and the speed of the connection. **Caution the XCOPY method can take significantly longer than dragging and dropping.

Q. Does the XCOPY directory structure stay intact after multiple removals/additions of files? Do I need to repeat the process of XCOPY?

A. No, the XCOPY directory structure does not stay intact after multiple removals/additions of files. You may need to repeat the XCOPY process to maintain shorter boot times.

Q. Does defragging the H300 hard drive do the exact same thing as XCOPY?

A. Not exactly. XCOPY is slightly different. XCOPY modifies the FAT table so that the H3x0 knows where things are without scanning. Degfragmenting the H3x0 hard drive just puts things in sequence and has been done with some users noticing improvement of boot time. Defragmenting the H3x0 appears to be harmless.

Q. Do I need to turn off the "DB Scan" function of my H300 off after doing the XCOPY?

A. Yes. (I don't know why)

Q. If I use XCOPY will I lose the DRM capability of my player?

A. No. You will only lose DRM capability if you upgrade firmware on the US H3x0 players(1.27k,1.25k)

Q. Can I delete via XCOPY?

A. No. Assemble all files you want from your player to your computers hard drive. Format the H3x0 hard drive using the option on the player itself. Repeat the XCOPY Process with the files you assemled onto the computer.

Q. How do I use the XCOPY?

Answer Below:

Step 1. Create a full backup of your H320/340 by creating a directory called "H3x0 backup" and dragging all files and directories to the "H3x0 backup" directory you just created.

Step 2. Delete all files including directories and hidden files from your H3x0 Hard drive. You can also Format the H3x0 Hard drive.
<<How to Format>
Step 1. Press and Hold (Navi) button
Step 2. Scroll to "General" using the (-), (+), (<<), (>>) buttons.
Step 3. Select "General" by pressing the (Navi) button.
Step 4. Scroll to "Format" using the (-), (+), (<<), (>>) buttons.
Step 5. Select "Format" by pressing the (Navi) button.
Step 6. Scroll to "YES" using the (-), (+), (<<), (>>) buttons.
Step 7. Select "Yes" by pressing the (Navi) button.
Step 8. Press the (Navi) button to format or cancel by pressing the (OFF/[]) button
</How to Format>>

Step 3. Open a DOS Command Prompt by either going to Start>>Programs>>Acc essories>>Command Prompt or Start>>Run and type in "cmd" in the dialog window and clicking OK.

Step 4. In the DOS Command Prompt navigate to the backup of your H320/340 using the "cd" command. For example if the "H3x0 backup" directory was located in subfolders like "C:\Documents and Settings\Username\My Documents\H3x0 backup\" you would type "cd /d C:\Documents and Settings\Username\My Documents\H3x0 backup\"

Step 5. Copy the directory structure from your "H3x0 backup" to your H3x0 hard drive using the "xcopy E: /T" command. (E representing the drive letter assigned to you H3x0 hard drive.

Step 6. Defragment the H3x0 hard drive using a Defragmenting program.
To access the Windows Defragmenting program go to Start>>Programs>>Acc essories>>System Tools>>Disk Defragmenter. **Verify that the directory structure is at the beginning of the H3x0 hard drive. (It may not be noticeable at first but look at the very start of the "Estimated disk usage before/after defragmentation" bar).

Step 7. Copy the Subdirectories and Files. Use the "xcopy * E: /S" command in the DOS Command Prompt to copy the remaining subdirectories and files (mp3,text,wma, etc.) from the "H3x0 backup" directory. (E