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Dave: /* Burning Plugin Details */

2026-03-18T01:19:24Z

Burning Plugin Details

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	* Is currently in [[Development_Stages\|Final]] (Release Candidate) stage		* Is currently in [[Development_Stages\|Final]] (Release Candidate) stage
	* WARNING: Due to their inconsistency in some CD/DVD players, Colored or Black CD-R's are NOT recommended, use premium discs.		* WARNING: Due to their inconsistency in some CD/DVD players, Colored or Black CD-R's are NOT recommended, use premium discs.
			==How to Purchase==
			For '''kJams 2''', it is built in! Nothing to purchase!<br>
			For '''kJams Lite''', and '''kJams Pro''', it is an in-app purchase.
			# run kJams
			# in the Menu Bar, pick kJams->Preferences->Burning
			# click the '''Purchase''' button

	==Burning bin/cue files==		==Burning bin/cue files==

Dave: /* Hyper Simple Instructions */

2024-05-13T20:40:01Z

Hyper Simple Instructions

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	In addition to playing karaoke tracks for both professional hosts and home users, kJams can also burn CD+G discs which are compatible with most commercial karaoke players, such as those from Pioneer. This feature is probably most useful for home users who want to maintain their entire library on their own computer, and take along their favorite songs when they go out singing, but we suppose that description applies to some pro KJs as well -- if you have the time. :-)		In addition to playing karaoke tracks for both professional hosts and home users, kJams can also burn CD+G discs which are compatible with most commercial karaoke players, such as those from Pioneer. This feature is probably most useful for home users who want to maintain their entire library on their own computer, and take along their favorite songs when they go out singing, but we suppose that description applies to some pro KJs as well -- if you have the time. :-)

			==But First!==
			• you need to [[Burning/Test\|read this first]]!

	== Hyper Simple Instructions ==		== Hyper Simple Instructions ==

Dave: /* Burning Plugin Details */

2015-08-09T05:19:52Z

Burning Plugin Details

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	* In kJams Lite & Pro only:		* In kJams Lite & Pro only:
	** The burning plugin is '''SOLD SEPARATELY''', for $20. It does NOT come with kJams.		** The burning plugin is '''SOLD SEPARATELY''', for $20. It does NOT come with kJams.
	** The Tryout version of the burning plugin allows you to burn 2 songs per disc, so you can test to see if it works with your CD burner		** The Tryout version of the burning plugin allows you to burn 2 songs per disc, so you can [[Burning/Test\|test to see if it works]] with your CD burner
	** Do NOT purchase the burning plugin until AFTER you have tested a burned disc in actual karaoke hardware (not a computer)		** Do NOT purchase the burning plugin until [[Burning/Test\|AFTER you have tested]] a burned disc in actual karaoke hardware (not a computer)
	** Is an in-app purchase, built in to Preferences->Burning		** Is an in-app purchase, built in to Preferences->Burning
	** After you install, to see if it installed correctly, run kJams and in preferences select the Burning tab.		** After you install, to see if it installed correctly, run kJams and in preferences select the Burning tab.

Dave: /* Hyper Simple Instructions */

2015-08-09T05:19:09Z

Hyper Simple Instructions

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	== Hyper Simple Instructions ==		== Hyper Simple Instructions ==
	# If you haven't already: [[Turn off AutoPlay]]		# If you haven't already: [[Turn off AutoPlay]]
	# Create a playlist with just the songs you want to burn (2 songs max if you are doing a TEST BURN with the unlicensed Tryout), and select that playlist		# Create a playlist with just the songs you want to burn (2 songs max if you are doing a [[Burning/Test\|TEST BURN]] with the unlicensed Tryout), and select that playlist
	# Click the "Burn Button" (looks like a camera iris, on the top right. to see a pic of what the "Burn Button" looks like, [[Detailed_burning_instructions\|click here]] and scroll down)		# Click the "Burn Button" (looks like a camera iris, on the top right. to see a pic of what the "Burn Button" looks like, [[Detailed_burning_instructions\|click here]] and scroll down)
	# Stick in a blank CD-R disk (many hardware players can NOT read CD-RW discs)		# Stick in a blank CD-R disk (many hardware players can NOT read CD-RW discs)

Dave: /* Burning Plugin Details */

2015-07-24T03:29:14Z

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	== Burning Plugin Details==		== Burning Plugin Details==
	* '''Sold Separately''' from [[KJams_Lite_Karaoke_Software\|Lite]] & [[KJams_Pro_Karaoke_Software\|Pro]] (not included)		* '''Sold Separately''' from [[KJams_Lite_Karaoke_Software\|Lite]] & [[KJams_Pro_Karaoke_Software\|Pro]] (not included)
	* Many drives are [[Not_Capable\|NOT CAPABLE]] of burning CD+G Discs!		* Many drives are [[Not_Capable\|NOT CAPABLE]] of burning CD+G Discs! You may need to buy a [[Compatible Drives\|Compatible Drive]].
	* Comes for free with [[kJams 2]] (included)		* Comes for free with [[kJams 2]] (included)

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	** Is an in-app purchase, built in to Preferences->Burning		** Is an in-app purchase, built in to Preferences->Burning
	** After you install, to see if it installed correctly, run kJams and in preferences select the Burning tab.		** After you install, to see if it installed correctly, run kJams and in preferences select the Burning tab.
	* WARNING: some drives '''can't burn CDGs'''!! See the section on [[Compatible Drives]].
	* Burns the song with your pitch bending (shifting) intact (so when you play it on real hardware, it comes out pitch bent, without instructing the playback device to do anything special). Does NOT burn tempo-shifting or sync-slipping (though we probably should make it do so)		* Burns the song with your pitch bending (shifting) intact (so when you play it on real hardware, it comes out pitch bent, without instructing the playback device to do anything special). Does NOT burn tempo-shifting or sync-slipping (though we probably should make it do so)
	* Is currently in [[Development_Stages\|Final]] (Release Candidate) stage		* Is currently in [[Development_Stages\|Final]] (Release Candidate) stage

Dave: /* Hyper Simple Instructions */

2015-04-07T04:23:44Z

Hyper Simple Instructions

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	# If you haven't already: [[Turn off AutoPlay]]		# If you haven't already: [[Turn off AutoPlay]]
	# Create a playlist with just the songs you want to burn (2 songs max if you are doing a TEST BURN with the unlicensed Tryout), and select that playlist		# Create a playlist with just the songs you want to burn (2 songs max if you are doing a TEST BURN with the unlicensed Tryout), and select that playlist
	# Click the "Burn Button" (looks like a camera iris, on the top right. to see a pic, scroll down)		# Click the "Burn Button" (looks like a camera iris, on the top right. to see a pic of what the "Burn Button" looks like, [[Detailed_burning_instructions\|click here]] and scroll down)
	# Stick in a blank CD-R disk (many hardware players can NOT read CD-RW discs)		# Stick in a blank CD-R disk (many hardware players can NOT read CD-RW discs)
	# Click "Burn" in the dialog that came up		# Click "Burn" in the dialog that came up

Dave at 01:04, 8 January 2015

2015-01-08T01:04:24Z

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	# Click "Burn" in the dialog that came up		# Click "Burn" in the dialog that came up
	# '''IMPORTANT''': To test if it really worked, play the disc in real karaoke hardware (playing in a computer is NOT a fair test).		# '''IMPORTANT''': To test if it really worked, play the disc in real karaoke hardware (playing in a computer is NOT a fair test).

			==If Burning fails==
			* See what to do in case of a [[Failed Burn]].

	== Detailed Instructions ==		== Detailed Instructions ==
	Click here for [[detailed burning instructions]].		Click here for [[detailed burning instructions]].

	== ~~kJams~~ Burning Plugin ==		== Burning Plugin Details==
	* '''Sold Separately''' from [[KJams_Lite_Karaoke_Software\|Lite]] & [[KJams_Pro_Karaoke_Software\|Pro]] (not included)		* '''Sold Separately''' from [[KJams_Lite_Karaoke_Software\|Lite]] & [[KJams_Pro_Karaoke_Software\|Pro]] (not included)
			* Many drives are [[Not_Capable\|NOT CAPABLE]] of burning CD+G Discs!
	* Comes for free with [[kJams 2]] (included)		* Comes for free with [[kJams 2]] (included)
	* Allows kJams [[KJams_Lite_Karaoke_Software\|Lite]], [[KJams_Pro_Karaoke_Software\|Pro]] or [[kJams 2]] to burn new CD+G discs from a playlist.

	* In kJams Lite & Pro only:		* In kJams Lite & Pro only:
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	* Burns the song with your pitch bending (shifting) intact (so when you play it on real hardware, it comes out pitch bent, without instructing the playback device to do anything special). Does NOT burn tempo-shifting or sync-slipping (though we probably should make it do so)		* Burns the song with your pitch bending (shifting) intact (so when you play it on real hardware, it comes out pitch bent, without instructing the playback device to do anything special). Does NOT burn tempo-shifting or sync-slipping (though we probably should make it do so)
	* Is currently in [[Development_Stages\|Final]] (Release Candidate) stage		* Is currently in [[Development_Stages\|Final]] (Release Candidate) stage
	* WARNING: Pioneer "DVR" model drives do NOT seem to produce viable CD+G discs. They will play in computers but not on real hardware.		* WARNING: Due to their inconsistency in some CD/DVD players, Colored or Black CD-R's are NOT recommended, use premium discs.
	* WARNING: Due to their inconsistency in some CD/DVD players, Colored or Black CD-R's are NOT recommended.
	* From a customer: "I was using (cheap generic) CD-R's that I found on the web, but they would not read on Numark karaoke machines. After doing a lot of reading it looks CD+G machines are not all as forgiving as normal computers. They recommend only music CD Maxell or Memorex. I used Maxell and use the slowest burn speed. The CD '''worked great''' on the Numark machine that I was having trouble with."
	* NOTE: When testing burning, use ~~CD-RW~~ discs, so you don't make coasters. When you've verified that your burner 'knows how' to make a CD+G disc, THEN switch to using CD-R discs. Most commercial players WILL accept CD-R discs, but will NOT accept CD-RW discs. You should really do both tests before paying for the Burner license.

	~~==If Burning fails==~~
	* See what to do in case of a [[Failed Burn]].

	==Burning bin/cue files==		==Burning bin/cue files==

Dave: /* Hyper Simple Instructions */

2015-01-08T01:02:01Z

Hyper Simple Instructions

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	== Hyper Simple Instructions ==		== Hyper Simple Instructions ==
	# If you haven't already: [[Turn off AutoPlay]]		# If you haven't already: [[Turn off AutoPlay]]
	# Create a playlist with just the songs you want to burn (2 songs max if you are ~~still in~~ the unlicensed Tryout ~~mode~~), and select that playlist		# Create a playlist with just the songs you want to burn (2 songs max if you are doing a TEST BURN with the unlicensed Tryout), and select that playlist
	# Click the "Burn Button" (looks like a camera iris, on the top right. to see a pic, scroll down)		# Click the "Burn Button" (looks like a camera iris, on the top right. to see a pic, scroll down)
	# Stick in a blank CD-R disk (~~or a~~ CD-RW ~~if you're just testing, though some commercial players have problems with rewriteable~~ discs)		# Stick in a blank CD-R disk (many hardware players can NOT read CD-RW discs)
	# Click "Burn" in the dialog that came up		# Click "Burn" in the dialog that came up
	# To test if it really worked, play the disc in real karaoke hardware (playing in a computer is NOT a fair test).		# '''IMPORTANT''': To test if it really worked, play the disc in real karaoke hardware (playing in a computer is NOT a fair test).

	== Detailed Instructions ==		== Detailed Instructions ==

Dave at 21:45, 28 December 2014

2014-12-28T21:45:13Z

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	* Burns the song with your pitch bending (shifting) intact (so when you play it on real hardware, it comes out pitch bent, without instructing the playback device to do anything special). Does NOT burn tempo-shifting or sync-slipping (though we probably should make it do so)		* Burns the song with your pitch bending (shifting) intact (so when you play it on real hardware, it comes out pitch bent, without instructing the playback device to do anything special). Does NOT burn tempo-shifting or sync-slipping (though we probably should make it do so)
	* Is currently in [[Development_Stages\|Final]] (Release Candidate) stage		* Is currently in [[Development_Stages\|Final]] (Release Candidate) stage
	* WARNING: Pioneer DVR drives do NOT seem to produce viable CD+G discs. They will play in computers but not on real hardware. ~~(FIXME: "DVR"? "DVD-R", perhaps?)~~		* WARNING: Pioneer "DVR" model drives do NOT seem to produce viable CD+G discs. They will play in computers but not on real hardware.
	* WARNING: Due to their inconsistency in some CD/DVD players, Colored or Black CD-R's are NOT recommended.		* WARNING: Due to their inconsistency in some CD/DVD players, Colored or Black CD-R's are NOT recommended.
	* From a customer: "I was using (cheap generic) CD-R's that I found on the web, but they would not read on Numark karaoke machines. After doing a lot of reading it looks CD+G machines are not all as forgiving as normal computers. They recommend only music CD Maxell or Memorex. I used Maxell and use the slowest burn speed. The CD '''worked great''' on the Numark machine that I was having trouble with."		* From a customer: "I was using (cheap generic) CD-R's that I found on the web, but they would not read on Numark karaoke machines. After doing a lot of reading it looks CD+G machines are not all as forgiving as normal computers. They recommend only music CD Maxell or Memorex. I used Maxell and use the slowest burn speed. The CD '''worked great''' on the Numark machine that I was having trouble with."

Baylink: Minor edits and write a lede

2014-12-28T20:56:01Z

Minor edits and write a lede

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			In addition to playing karaoke tracks for both professional hosts and home users, kJams can also burn CD+G discs which are compatible with most commercial karaoke players, such as those from Pioneer. This feature is probably most useful for home users who want to maintain their entire library on their own computer, and take along their favorite songs when they go out singing, but we suppose that description applies to some pro KJs as well -- if you have the time. :-)

	== Hyper Simple Instructions ==		== Hyper Simple Instructions ==
	# if you haven't already: [[Turn off AutoPlay]]		# If you haven't already: [[Turn off AutoPlay]]
	# ~~create~~ a playlist with just the songs you want to burn (2 songs max ~~for~~ Tryout), and select that playlist		# Create a playlist with just the songs you want to burn (2 songs max if you are still in the unlicensed Tryout mode), and select that playlist
	# ~~click~~ the "Burn Button" (looks like a camera iris, on the top right. to see a pic, scroll down)		# Click the "Burn Button" (looks like a camera iris, on the top right. to see a pic, scroll down)
	# ~~stick~~ in a blank CD-R disk (or a CD-RW if you're just testing)		# Stick in a blank CD-R disk (or a CD-RW if you're just testing, though some commercial players have problems with rewriteable discs)
	# ~~click~~ "Burn" in the dialog that came up		# Click "Burn" in the dialog that came up
	# To test if it really worked, play the disc in real karaoke hardware (playing in a computer is NOT a fair test).		# To test if it really worked, play the disc in real karaoke hardware (playing in a computer is NOT a fair test).

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	* Comes for free with [[kJams 2]] (included)		* Comes for free with [[kJams 2]] (included)
	* Allows kJams [[KJams_Lite_Karaoke_Software\|Lite]], [[KJams_Pro_Karaoke_Software\|Pro]] or [[kJams 2]] to burn new CD+G discs from a playlist.		* Allows kJams [[KJams_Lite_Karaoke_Software\|Lite]], [[KJams_Pro_Karaoke_Software\|Pro]] or [[kJams 2]] to burn new CD+G discs from a playlist.

	* In kJams Lite & Pro only:		* In kJams Lite & Pro only:
	** The burning plugin is '''SOLD SEPARATELY''', for $20. It does NOT come with kJams.		** The burning plugin is '''SOLD SEPARATELY''', for $20. It does NOT come with kJams.
	** The Tryout version of the burning plugin allows you to burn 2 songs per disc, so you can test to see if it works with your CD burner		** The Tryout version of the burning plugin allows you to burn 2 songs per disc, so you can test to see if it works with your CD burner
	** Do NOT purchase the burning plugin until AFTER you have tested a burned disc in actual karaoke hardware (not a computer)		** Do NOT purchase the burning plugin until AFTER you have tested a burned disc in actual karaoke hardware (not a computer)
	** Is an in-app purchase, built in to ~~preferences~~->~~burning~~		** Is an in-app purchase, built in to Preferences->Burning
	** After you install, to see if it installed correctly, run kJams and in preferences select the Burning tab.		** After you install, to see if it installed correctly, run kJams and in preferences select the Burning tab.
	* WARNING: some drives '''~~don~~'t burn CDGs'''!! See the section on [[Compatible Drives]].		* WARNING: some drives '''can't burn CDGs'''!! See the section on [[Compatible Drives]].
	* Burns the song with your pitch bending (shifting) intact (so when you play it on real hardware, it comes out pitch bent, without instructing the playback device to do anything special). Does NOT burn tempo-shifting or sync-slipping (~~tho~~ it ~~should~~)		* Burns the song with your pitch bending (shifting) intact (so when you play it on real hardware, it comes out pitch bent, without instructing the playback device to do anything special). Does NOT burn tempo-shifting or sync-slipping (though we probably should make it do so)
	* Is currently in [[Development_Stages\|Final]] (Release Candidate) stage		* Is currently in [[Development_Stages\|Final]] (Release Candidate) stage
	* WARNING: Pioneer DVR drives do NOT seem to produce viable CD+G discs. They will play in computers but not on real hardware		* WARNING: Pioneer DVR drives do NOT seem to produce viable CD+G discs. They will play in computers but not on real hardware. (FIXME: "DVR"? "DVD-R", perhaps?)
	* WARNING: Due to their inconsistency in some CD/DVD players, Colored or Black CD-R's are NOT recommended.		* WARNING: Due to their inconsistency in some CD/DVD players, Colored or Black CD-R's are NOT recommended.
	* From a customer: I was using (cheap generic) CD-R's that I found on the web, but they would ~~ont~~ read on Numark karaoke machines. After doing a lot of reading it looks CD+G machines are not all as forgiving as normal computers. They recommend only music CD Maxell or Memorex. I used Maxell and use the slowest burn speed. The CD '''worked great''' on the Numark machine that I was having trouble with.		* From a customer: "I was using (cheap generic) CD-R's that I found on the web, but they would not read on Numark karaoke machines. After doing a lot of reading it looks CD+G machines are not all as forgiving as normal computers. They recommend only music CD Maxell or Memorex. I used Maxell and use the slowest burn speed. The CD '''worked great''' on the Numark machine that I was having trouble with."
	* NOTE: When testing burning, use CD-RW discs, so you don't make coasters. When you've verified ~~it is all working just great~~, THEN switch to using CD-R discs. Most commercial players WILL accept CD-R discs, but will NOT accept CD-RW discs.		* NOTE: When testing burning, use CD-RW discs, so you don't make coasters. When you've verified that your burner 'knows how' to make a CD+G disc, THEN switch to using CD-R discs. Most commercial players WILL accept CD-R discs, but will NOT accept CD-RW discs. You should really do both tests before paying for the Burner license.

	==If Burning fails==		==If Burning fails==
	* See what to do in case of a [[Failed Burn]].		* See what to do in case of a [[Failed Burn]].

	==Burning bin/cue files==		==Burning bin/cue files==
	If you have a bin/cue file pair, you can drag the BIN file into kJams (or "File->Add To Library…" it) and it will appear as a CD. To burn this image, select the CD and in the file menu the "Burn Playlist…" menu item should now read "Burn bin/cue to disc…", just pick that and burn as normal.		If you have a bin/cue file pair, you can drag the BIN file into kJams (or "File->Add To Library…" it) and it will appear as a CD. To burn this image, select the CD and in the file menu the "Burn Playlist…" menu item should now read "Burn bin/cue to disc…", just pick that and burn as normal.

			(A .bin file is a raw ripped track (or tracks) from a CD+G disc, which has not been encoded into a compressed audio file; most users won't ever have to deal with one, but we support them anyway.)

	==Making Pristine Copies==		==Making Pristine Copies==
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	# Clear your cache (kJams->Preferences->Audio and press the clear button a few times (yes, a few times). If you've recently burned a disc the size may not go to zero, this is fine)		# Clear your cache (kJams->Preferences->Audio and press the clear button a few times (yes, a few times). If you've recently burned a disc the size may not go to zero, this is fine)
	# Set your cache size to be greater than the number of songs you plan to burn. eg: if you think you'll fit 18 songs on the disc, make sure the cache size is at least 19.		# Set your cache size to be greater than the number of songs you plan to burn. eg: if you think you'll fit 18 songs on the disc, make sure the cache size is at least 19.
	# Re-rip the songs you want to burn pristine copies of. This copies the original, uncompressed audio into the cache, ready for burning.		# Re-rip just the songs you want to burn pristine copies of. This copies the original, uncompressed audio into the cache, ready for burning.
	# Make a playlist of the compilation. If you are copying a single disc, and you have the "Create Playlists of Imported Songs" turned on, you can just use the playlist that was created, just make sure you first rename the playlist to the proper disc name before burning.		# Make a playlist of the compilation. If you are copying a single disc, and you have the "Create Playlists of Imported Songs" turned on, you can just use the playlist that was created, just make sure you first rename the playlist to the proper disc name before burning.
	# Select the playlist		# Select the playlist