Can you record CD's directly, or must you go through the computer? Some of the other, smaller Creative mp3 players allow you to record CD's, cassettes, etc. directly from the playing source--does this have that capability? Can you record CD's directly, or must you go through the computer? Some of the other, smaller Creative mp3 players allow you to record CD's, cassettes, etc. directly from the playing... » Read More Can you record CD's directly, or must you go through the computer? Some of the other, smaller Creative mp3 players allow you to record CD's, cassettes, etc. directly from the playing source--does this have that capability? « Show Less
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When you install the software for the Zen (not the stupid Yahoo Music Engine), it'll give you the option of ripping your CD's directly to your player, so yes.
447981
You will always need the computer to transfer whatever you want. The only direct way is with the voice recorder, and I know that is not what you meant by direct.
1919007
It cannot directly do that. It can record from a cassette/record and output it in MP3 format to a USB memory stick. You can then burn the MP3 to CD using a separate computer - if your computer does such.
788661
Thought of that too but not in the instructions. You can copy from mp3 to CD. So, I would try to copy from record to mp3 first and then take mp3 to copy to CD. It is still good. Get speakers and plug into back for bigger better sound. I love it with that!
874538
No, I only have a cd player. It doesn't have a cassette player on the unit to record.
715570
I have a model PTCDS7UI. According to my instruction manual under II) Recording the complete CD and III), it indicates it will record a CD to flashdrive. For my model it doesn't work. ERROR occurs after a few seconds of attempting. On your model, if you follow the instructions, it should work.It does playback from a flashdrive but has to 'read' every file then starts playing. Not very practical or easy to listen to. The manual clearly states it "is not designed for communication with a computer directly" in the REMARKS section.
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No. The older model had cassette players on them so you could record from one cassette to the other. I don't remember if you could record from the turntable and cd's. But this model has no cassette players.
818275
I've been looking for either a mini-disc player/recorder to OR a method to take self recorded music from one mini-disc to a computer, THEN be able to transfer that music on the computer to a CD/mp3/ or even another mini-disc (as clear as possible).With my four (4) MD player/recorders that I have already, I can record digitally w/ the optical digital cable input. Will the MZ-M200 allow me to do MORE in terms of recording digitally (like from other optical digital sources)? I know previously, there was only so much you could record digitally rather than analog. Any help is GREATLY appreciated, as this new unit is looking good... I've been looking for either a mini-disc player/recorder to OR a method to take self recorded music from one mini-disc to a computer, THEN be able to transfer that music on the computer to a CD/mp3/ or even another mini-disc (as clear as possible).With my four (4) MD player/recorders that I have already, I can record digitally w/ the optical digital cable input. Will the MZ-M200 allow me to do MORE in terms of recording digitally (like from other optical digital sources)? I know previously, there was only so much you could record digitally rather than analog. Any help is GREATLY... » Read More I've been looking for either a mini-disc player/recorder to OR a method to take self recorded music from one mini-disc to a computer, THEN be able to transfer that music on the computer to a CD/mp3/ or even another mini-disc (as clear as possible).With my four (4) MD player/recorders that I have already, I can record digitally w/ the optical digital cable input. Will the MZ-M200 allow me to do MORE in terms of recording digitally (like from other optical digital sources)? I know previously, there was only so much you could record digitally rather than analog. Any help is GREATLY appreciated, as this new unit is looking good... « Show Less
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You can record on cassette from almost any input. I recommend getting the manual and reading through it here: http://www.pyleaudio.com/sku/PTTCSM60/Turntable-Boombox-Multimedia-System---Plays-AMFM-Radio,-CDs,-Cassettes,-MP3s,---USBSD-Memory-Ports-and-Vinyl-to-MP3-Encoding It isn't written very well, but it outline all features in detail.
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I don't believe you can record directly to cd but I think you can write a track to cd. if you can, it should be less than a minute.
518343
I doubt it ! I never tried but I think it is a one way recorder ! Tape to your pc and then burn to cd !
1903232
I record from my music library in my computer (which takes CD-R). I know that CD+R is sold also, but I don't know anything about that. I record the disc placed into my computer and this blank CD works perfectly; however, if you are recording from a device connected to a CD changer, the disc needed is called "Audio Digital."
868208
I believe that you can since since the source can be a cd, tape or external device. The "record to" options are USB and tape. I haven't done this but it should be doable. This unit is not a CD burner so you can't record to CD.
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You can record straight through the USB. Nifty little thing. But beware, its more of a mixer than a traditional interface, so it doesn't split the tracks you may have already laid down from the new ones you're recording. So basically, EVERYTHING you can hear it in your monitor mix, it's going to be on the track you're currently recording. So if you're recording something live, its perfect. If you're tracking something, not so much...
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Mac users:If you have a cable that connects to the headphone port from your amp or cassette deck at one end and to the audio input at the other end that's all you need ... other than Audacity (free).I have converted lots of audio tapes and cassettes as well as vinyls to CD.You can turn the full recordings done the first time into separate tracks for your CD in Audacity.
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I'm not sure what you're asking? If it's to 'burn' an MP3 song onto a CD, I believe you would have to have the proper equipment (ie, from MP3's on your computer to an applicable disc drive. As of itself, this would not happen using this player alone. And, then you would have to have 'bought' the songs on your MP3. Does this answer your question?
818277
AWESOME! Your clarification on the capabilities of this unit seals the deal for me. I just wanted to make CD copies of the music I already have previously recorded on mini-disc. For some reason, I could never get my Net MD recorder (and software) to go from mini-disc, to computer, to CD OR back to another mini-disc(?). Mp3's are OK, but I prefer using CDs/MDs for their sound. MD rules for me for it editing capability, and now I'm willing to go with the MZ-M200 for it's features. Thanks again for the help and the link to the manual!
1481222
After you sync it to your computer it accepts different kinds of music files, not just MP3; in fact, I understand it can store video files though I don't know why you would (with that tiny screen.) I have 2 of these MP3 players, and I use the EasyRip option to copy CDs onto the MP3 player -- even though it takes up more memory than the MP3 file format. You can also listen to and record radio programs. I don't know if this answers your question, though.