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when i put the CD in it started as normal and i copied the songs to my computer, but then i clicked customer support and came across this
i don't even own an ipod but if you by a CD shouldn't you be able to listen to those songs any time you wish?
i don't know about other people but i'd be pissed if i found out my ipod was useless in listening to songs i just bought
and also you need an internet connection to even listen to the songs on your computers. if you don't have an internet connection are you simply SOL?
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*EDIT*
here are some other things form the FAQ
when i put the CD in it started as normal and i copied the songs to my computer, but then i clicked customer support and came across this
How can I get tracks I rip from my CD into iTunes and/or onto my iPod?
Apple's proprietary technology doesn't support secure music formats other than their own and therefore the music on this disc can't be directly imported into iTunes or iPods.
Sony BMG wants music to be easily transferable to any device that supports secure music. Currently, music from our protected CDs may be transferred to hundreds of such devices, as both Microsoft and Sony have assisted to make the user experience on our discs as seamless as possible with their secure formats.
Unfortunately, in order to directly and smoothly rip content into iTunes it requires the assistance of Apple. To date, Apple has not been willing to cooperate with our protection vendors to make ripping to iTunes and to the iPod a simple experience.
If you believe that you should be able to easily move tracks from your protected CD to your iPod then we encourage you to use the following link to contact Apple directly and tell them so.
http://www.apple.com/feedback/ipod.html
That said, while there is no direct support on the disc for iTunes or iPod, SONY BMG has worked out an indirect way for consumers to move content into these environments, despite the challenges noted above. If you'd like more information on how to move content to iTunes please CLICK HERE.
i don't even own an ipod but if you by a CD shouldn't you be able to listen to those songs any time you wish?
i don't know about other people but i'd be pissed if i found out my ipod was useless in listening to songs i just bought
and also you need an internet connection to even listen to the songs on your computers. if you don't have an internet connection are you simply SOL?
</rant>
*EDIT*
here are some other things form the FAQ
Is this CD playable on my computer?:
Yes, similar to other software and games, usage of the CD on your computer does require your acceptance of the end user license agreement and installation of specific software contained on the CD. It also requires your computer to be appropriately configured. Please review the Systems Requirements documented on the package of the CD you are trying to play.
How do I play this CD on my computer?:
Place the CD in your computer´s CD-Rom drive. Allow the disc time to start (no more than a minute), accept the end user license agreement and the music should begin to play!
After I accept the end user license agreement, I am told my computer is not appropriately configured and requires an Internet connection. Why do I need an Internet connection to listen to the CD on my computer?:
To enjoy the music and bonus features (if available) of this CD on your computer, a set of digital keys are required. These digital keys can be delivered to your computer directly from the CD if your computer meets or exceeds the Minimum System Requirements outlined on the CD packaging. If your computer does not at least meet the Minimum System Requirements, there are two options to play the music on your computer:
~ Digital keys compatible with your system configuration may be deliverable via the Internet. Make sure you are connected to the Internet and press the Continue button on the message.
~ You may also upgrade your version of Windows Media Player to a version that meets or exceeds the version identified in the Minimum System Requirements on the CD packaging. If you are connected to the Internet you may click here to be taken to a web site where you can download a new Windows Media Player. Once you have installed an appropriate version of the Windows Media Player, you can insert the CD into your CD-Rom drive to re-start the digital key delivery process.
When the CD tries to get the digital keys via the Internet, I receive a web page with the message that the server may be busy or Internet traffic too high. How can I get the digital keys necessary to play the CD on my computer? When the CD tries to get the digital keys via the Internet, I receive a web page with the message that the server may be busy or Internet traffic too high. How can I get the digital keys necessary to play the CD on my computer?:
Check to make sure you are connected to the internet and try the following -
Remove the CD from your computer?s CD-Rom drive
Open your Windows Media Player
Click the Tools menu then choose Options
Click the Privacy tab
Check the box next to "Acquire licenses automatically for protected content"
Click Okay
Close Windows Media Player
Insert the CD in your CD-Rom drive and the digital keys should now be delivered
When I try to play the CD on my computer the music skips and/or is distorted. What is wrong with the CD? :
Nothing is wrong with your CD. The CD is designed to play on a computer using secure digital files pre-loaded on the CD. After the digital keys are successfully delivered for the music, these files can be played in two ways -
First, try placing the CD in your computer´s CD-Rom drive and allowing the CD to auto start. Once the disc auto starts and the digital keys have been delivered, the music will begin to play. If the CD does not auto start, try the following...
PC Users -
~ Double-click the My Computer icon on your desktop
~ Double-click the drive letter that has the CD loaded (the drive should also have the band logo next to it)
~ Depending on your operating system the CD might start to play, if not, double-click on the file named Launchcd.exe
~ This should begin the process of delivering the digital keys required to enjoy the CD on your computer
(As an added feature of the MediaMax enhanced CD, these digital files can be played directly from your computer without the original CD present. You are encouraged to copy the secure digital music files to your computer and enjoy the music without the need for the original CD. This can be accomplished by using the Copy Songs button on the main user interface (main screen) when the CD is loaded. Use this function to copy the songs to your favorite music directory on your computer. These files can then be played using your software player and may even be added to your favorite playlist.)
What are the benefits to having Digital Keys installed on my computer?:
1. Each time you place the CD in your computer, your music will automatically begin to play.
2. You can easily move your music onto your computer without the cumbersome process of ripping.
3. You can place your music onto your approved portable digital music player.
What if my computer won't download the Digital Keys?:
If you are having trouble getting the digital keys to deliver to your computer, try one of two things--
1. Reinsert the MediaMax CD into your CD-Rom drive and wait a couple of minutes for the keys to be delivered.
2. PC users can also double-click the "My Computer" icon on their desktop and then double-click on the MediaMax CD icon which should show up next to the letter for your CD-Rom Drive. and wait a couple of minutes for the keys to be delivered.
Is my CD playable on my computer?:
Yes. Usage of the CD on your computer requires your acceptance of the End User License Agreement & installation of MediaMax. Instructions: Insert CD into the CD-ROM. Software will automatically install. If it does not, click on ?LaunchCd.exe?. Min. System Requirements: Pentium II 300 MHz, Monitor 800x600 & 256 colors, 12x multi-session CD-ROM, 64 MB RAM, Flash Player 6, Windows Media Player 7.1, Windows 98/2000/XP, Internet Explorer 5.5, Internet connection & 500 KB space. Digital files on this CD will also play on portable devices supporting secure WMA files.
Hundreds of Mp3 players? Do they mean hundreds of units (not very impressive) or hundreds of models (are there even that many models out there?)
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