A Zune media player is more than a toy that plays music. The media player stores music, video and pictures but is also a wireless device that can share media items with other Zunes. But before you can run you have to learn to walk, and with the Zune you have to set-up and master the basics. The basics of the Zune media player can be a gateway to interactive social networking and more.
Zune Basics
To charge your Zune, connect the USB cable from the Zune to your computer. It should charge for two hours for full battery life, which can vary from 4 to 30 hours. Installing the Zune software tends to be easier if you download the software online. Hit the official Zune site and grab the latest software. Once completed, personalize your settings and get any existing media files, music, video and photos dumped into the Zune software. These files are monitored by Zune. When new media is added to the computer, Zune adds them to your collection. You can specify what types of files may be monitored and added.
Syncing Media to Player
Click the "Device" tab under settings, where you will see up to 10 options. Click the top category, "Sync Options." Here you will sync your software with your Zune player. Music, pictures, videos, channels, pod casts and friends can be controlled here. You have three options for each: "All," "Items I Check" and "Manual." "All" covers just that: every time you dock your Zune player, the software will automatically update. To micromanage what goes on your Zune, select "Manual." This may be a wise choice for your photo option as the software will pull and upload any images on your computer. Click back to "Device" and you will see the sync in process.
Fun and Other Options
Detach your Zune player from the USB cable and check your updates. You can view your music, videos and pictures to see the files in each category. To listen to music, click the category and choose a music file by way of albums, artists, playlist, songs and genres. Once you feel confident about navigating through the sync and uploading process, you can explore the other many options. Going wireless allows your Zune player to talk and share files with other nearby Zunes. You can enable the wireless option under settings and operate them in your Zune player under "Social." The "Radio" option taps into local terrestrial radio stations. Toggle back and forth, as if you are on your own stereo, and Zune will identity the channel's call letters, FM numbers, genre of music and even artist and song currently playing. "Marketplace" and Games" round out the top options.
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