Downloadable Audiobooks

Introduction Participating Libraries Getting Started / Account Tips Technical Requirements Downloading Licenses & Renewing Transferring Files Troubleshooting and Frequently Asked Questions

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Transferring Files

Q: How do I transfer an audiobook to my portable device using Windows Media Player version 9?

1. Find your CD Quality downloaded audiobook file and double click it to open it with Windows Media Player. Windows Media Player opens and will obtain the license from NetLibrary to allow the audiobook file to play.
2. Select Copy to CD or Device from the media player's menu options. A list of available titles will be displayed in the Items to Copy frame.
3. Select the title you wish to copy by clicking on the check box.
4. Select a target device from the Items on Device drop-down menu. Click on the copy button to transfer the title.
5. Windows Media Player will transfer the file to your portable device. When the transfer is complete, disconnect your portable device and enjoy your NetLibrary Audiobook.
   (*Some MP3 players will need to use the Safely Remove Hardware icon (on the taskbar) before removing the USB cable or an error will occur.)

Q: How do I transfer an audiobook to my portable device using Windows Media Player version 10?

1. Find your CD Quality downloaded audiobook file and double click it to open it with Windows Media Player. Windows Media Player opens and will obtain the license from NetLibrary to allow the audiobook file to play.
2. You may stop playback at this point if you choose. Click the 'Library' tab. The media Library will be displayed.
3. Find your audiobook in the Library Playlist pane, or sort your list by selecting the 'Now Playing' selection.
4. Drag the audiobook title from the Contents or Details panes in your library to the List pane to add it to the list of items to be synchronized, ensure that your portable device is connected and click the 'Start Sync' button in the List pane. Windows Media Player will transfer the file to your portable device.
5. When the transfer is complete, the status field will indicate 'Complete'. You many now disconnect your portable device and enjoy your NetLibrary Audiobook.
   (*Some MP3 players will need to use the Safely Remove Hardware icon (on the taskbar) before removing the USB cable or an error will occur.)
   Note: This information and more can be found in the Window Media Player v10 Help Contents under: Synchronizing content to devices > Synchronizing media items to your device > To synchronize content manually.