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2. Compress
This mode allows you to record and compress a CD simultaneously or compress any Rapid
Archived music files that have not yet been compressed in the “sleep” mode. For example, you
may use the Compress mode to transfer a song from an album that has been Rapid Archived, but
not compressed yet. You can select a track and compress it using the Compress mode, and then
download it to the SmartMedia
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card. File compression takes place at normal CD play speed.
This record mode compresses music immediately and will not initiate a sleep compression mode.
The Compress recording mode does not change the compression setting for existing MP3 files.
To use the Compress mode for recording a CD:
• Use the Up/Down arrows (▲/▼) if necessary to select CD in the Main menu.
• Press the Record button (●) on the remote control.
• Press the Down arrow (▼) to select Compress in the record menu.
• Press either the Right arrow (►) or Record (●) buttons to begin recording.
3. Play and Compress
In this record mode, you can compress a CD while you listen to it. You can also play and
compress music from an analog source (Line In) such as a tape player or radio. The Play and
Compress mode records and compresses simultaneously at normal CD play speed. This record
mode will not initiate the sleep compression feature.
To use the Play and Compress mode for recording a CD:
• Use the Up/Down arrows (▲/▼), if necessary, to select CD in the Main menu.
• Press the Record button (●) on the remote control.
• Press the Down arrow (▼) to select Play and Compress in the record menu.
• Press either the Right arrow (►) or Record (●) buttons to begin recording.
File Compression
File compression is the conversion of full CD-quality digital and analog music into an MP3 file
format. Setting the compression bit rate determines the size of the MP3 file stored on the hard
drive. The compression bit rate is measured in kilobits per second (kbps).
When recording, you can select one of three compression bit rates on the I-Mix. (See Set
compression bit rate below.) In addition, the I-Mix has the capability to play MP3 music that has
been previously recorded and will automatically select the bit rates, including 64, 96, 128, 164,
192, 256 and 320kbps. The I-Mix can play MP3s that have been recorded on a computer.
Set Compression Bit Rate
The I-Mix is equipped with three bit rates for recording: 128kbps (MP3s), 320kbps (MP3s), or
full CD quality 1400kbps (PCM). Music recorded at full CD quality is not converted to an MP3
file, has the highest sound quality and requires more storage space on the hard drive. Music
recorded at the compression bit rates of 320 or 128kbps requires less memory.