Most of the files in your Digital Production Kit are compressed ZIP archives which contain the various PDF documents or MP3 Audio or other files. After extracting, the files can be viewed or played on any device with a media player or PDF viewer.
Important:
To play the split tracks correctly, without audio dropouts (gaps) across track boundaries, we recommend using players that support true gapless playback:
Windows:
Windows Media Player
foobar2000
MusicBee
Mac:
Apple Music
VOX
Some commonly used players, including VLC media player (Windows) and QuickTime Player (Mac), may introduce brief gaps between tracks and are therefore not recommended for seamless playback.
File Formats: The Listening CD and Stereo/SplitTracks CD products include two versions: MP3 files, and disc image files. The files are packaged in separate zip archives for each product, one zip for the MP3s and another zip for the disc image files. Some users may encounter challenges downloading these larger zip files. As an alternative, the MP3 files can be used.
PC users can use the built-in Windows functionality or third-party software like 7-Zip to unzip the archives. Mac users can simply double-click the zip file to extract its contents using the native Archive Utility. If you are unsuccessful in creating cds from the image files, you may wish to use the individual MP3 files instead, which offer a more straightforward download process.
The Listening CD has the following zip file archives:
- CD Image Files: BIN/CUE files for creating a physical CD (large file download).
- Stereo MP3: Individual MP3 files for each of the CD tracks.
The Stereo/Split Track CD has these zip file archives:
- CD Image Files: BIN/CUE files for creating a physical CD (large file download).
- Stereo Tracks MP3: Individual MP3 files for each stereo tracks song, for performance (has music only, no vocals).
- Split Tracks MP3: MP3 files for each split tracks song (vocals on left, music on right).
Note: Only the physical CD version has rehearsal marker points in the tracks of most of the split tracks songs. When using the MP3 versions, you can pause and change the playback location manually.
How to Create a Physical CD Using the BIN/Cue Files (Windows PC)
(CD Burning instructions)
Note: We are not able to provide technical assistance for burning CDs. If you follow the instructions below, and still cannot succeed, then please use one of the links below (for PC or MAC). It will take you to an AI-powered website that can answer your questions just like a human would do. You can ask it about any specific problems you may have with the process, and you can ask followup questions to help pinpoint your exact problem and find a solution. Or instead, you might also be able to find somebody in your church or organization who knows how to do this.
Instructions for Windows PC
To burn your downloaded CD Image Files to an audio CD using ImgBurn, follow these step-by-step instructions:
Download and Install ImgBurn:
Visit the official ImgBurn website at ImgBurn.com to download the software. Only download it from the official site (https://www.imgburn.com/) to avoid unwanted adware.
Download and Extract the CD Image Files (if necessary).
If your BIN and CUE files are still in the downloaded ZIP archive, right-click the ZIP file and select “Extract All” to unzip the contents to a folder.
Open ImgBurn:
Launch ImgBurn after installation.
Select the Write Image File to Disc Option:
Click on the “Write image file to disc” option. This is usually represented by a disc icon with a downward arrow.
Load the CUE File:
In the ImgBurn window, click the folder icon next to the “Source” field to browse for your CUE file. Select the CUE file associated with your BIN file.
Insert a Blank CD:
Place a blank CD-R in your CD/DVD drive.
Configure Settings (Optional):
You can adjust the write speed and other settings as needed. The default settings usually work well for most users.
Start the Burning Process:
Click the large “Write” button (represented by a disc icon) to start burning the audio CD.
Wait for Completion:
ImgBurn will display the progress of the burn. Once completed, you will receive a notification.
Eject the Disc:
After the burn is finished, ImgBurn may eject the disc automatically. If not, you can manually eject it.
By following these steps, you can successfully burn your audio CD using ImgBurn.
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Instructions for Mac
To burn an existing bin with its cue file to an audio CD on a Mac using the Burn application, follow these instructions:
Download and Install Burn:
Visit the official Burn website to download the application: Burn. Only download it from the official site (https://burn-osx.sourceforge.io/) to avoid unwanted adware.
Extract the ZIP File (if applicable):
If your BIN and CUE files are still in the downloaded ZIP archive, locate the ZIP file in Finder, right-click it, and select “Open” to extract its contents.
Open Burn:
Launch the Burn application from your Applications folder.
Select the Audio Tab:
In Burn, click on the “Audio” tab to prepare for burning an audio CD.
Add Your Audio Files:
Drag and drop your audio files or the extracted image file into the Burn window. If you have a cue file, ensure that the corresponding image file is also included.
Adjust Settings:
Check the settings for the CD. You can adjust the title, artist, and other options as needed.
Insert a Blank CD:
Place a blank CD-R or CD-RW into your Mac’s CD/DVD drive.
Start the Burning Process:
Click on the “Burn” button to begin the process. Follow any prompts that may appear.
Wait for Completion:
Once the burning process is complete, Burn will notify you. You can then eject the CD.
These steps will guide you through creating an audio CD from an existing bin and cue file using the Burn application on a Mac.
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