Blind Replay

Replay Music 3.60 & replay Converter 3.37 Updates

2009-05-18T11:01:00.001-04:00

Replay Music 3.60
Yesterday, May 17, 2009, 11:44:41 PM
- Added ability to try tagging again, tracks that were not tagged during the recording session. After a recording session is stopped, Replay Music will try to tag all songs that were not tagged the first time.
- "Tag Song" option in right-click menu to re-try tagging an individual track or tracks.
- Fixed bug regarding moving tracks up and down the list.

Replay Converter 3.37
Yesterday, May 17, 2009, 11:37:55 PM
- Fixed bug where special characters in file name would cause DVD authoring error.

Applian Technologies Info for Blind Users Website

2009-04-28T13:46:00.001-04:00

Applian Technologies Info for Blind Users Website

http://www.applian.com/Podcasts/applian-info.html

Replay Converter 3.35 rleased

2009-04-14T23:23:00.000-04:00

Please wait for the new Replay AV 8 as it will include the latest build of Replay Converter 3.35 or later.

Replay Converter 3.35
Yesterday, April 13, 2009, 10:49:48 AM
- Added audio alerts for successful and failed conversions. Settings has option to turn audio alerts on or off.
- Added FFMPEG credit in About box.
- Better error handling and messaging.
- Progress bar now displays percentage of conversion completed.

Vista FAQ

2009-04-05T17:15:00.001-04:00

http://www.applian.com/support-vista.php#UAC

Replay Converter 3.32 audio alerts settings & response from developer to me

2009-03-30T14:46:00.001-04:00

Petro saids
Wait for the new Replay AV 8 whenever it comes out and you will get the latest version of Replay Converter included and installed at the same time.

The developer said

You are very welcome. When I added the audio alerts I had you and the blind
community in mind. There will actually be another update to Replay
Converter coming soon. In the next version, I decided to add different
audio alerts depending if a conversion was successful or not. The version
that is out now just alerts when a conversion process finished no matter if
it was successful or not.

Replay Converter & Replay Music products updates news

2009-03-30T11:17:00.001-04:00

Replay Converter 3.32
Yesterday, March 29, 2009, 2:21:22 PM
- Added new audio alert option in settings.

Replay Music 3.56
Tuesday, March 17, 2009, 5:00:30 PM
- Fixed a registration code problem where a false "expired code" error was appearing for some users.

Replay Converter 3.31
Tuesday, March 17, 2009, 4:48:52 PM
- Fixed a frame size bug where if two or more videos of different frame sizes were converted, the orignal frame size setting would not work properly.

The BookSense Knowledge Base

2009-03-25T11:56:00.001-04:00

http://www.gwmicro.com/Support/Knowledge_Base/?kbnumber=GWKB1101#mainHeadingTitle

Replay Music 2.51 co-existing with Replay Music 3.55

2009-03-21T07:46:00.001-04:00

Will not work with Vista operating system.

Developer said
Yes, he can try Replay Music
2.51 to see if he gets better recognition. However, if he has Vista it will
not work. Only RM versions 3.0 and greater will work on Vista. So, if he
doesn't have Vista, he can just install RM 2.51. No need to uninstall RM
3.55. He also won't need to re-enter a new registration code for 2.51, as
his code should work for both versions.

Replay Music 3.55 & burning CDs solution

2009-03-12T11:17:00.001-04:00

The fix and to not receive any error messages when burning your tracks to an audio CD format is to not insert the blank CD into the tray until you hear the "proceed with burn" message. When you see this message insert the disc and choose yes button/link. Worked for me. Other tips are:

To select the tracks in the listbox view you can use ctrl+spacebar to select the tracks. Standard Windows keyboard commands here. Use ctrl+down arrow to go down your tracks and then use ctrl+spacebar to select the track. This was the case before in previous versions. I chose 16 out of the possible 24 tracks in the listview box.

I then chose burn CD button.

I am then asked if I want to use my previous settings. Chose yes.

You will hear a "start burn or start burn" button but do not activate this button. Wait on this screen as it is doing the processing process. Wait 3-4 minutes and you will hear the proceed the burn message come up for you. Insert the bland CD into the tray. Close the tray drive. Wait. Press enter key on the yes button. The burn to audio CD starts for you. The tray ejects the CD.

Open Windows Media Player 11. Insert the CD disc into the tray and close it. Your CD plays for you.

Within WMP 11's interface if you tab a few times you will see the tracks in a listview. For me I heard the 16 tracks listed there.

Replay Music 3.55 released

2009-03-11T22:23:00.001-04:00

Replay Music 3.55
Today, March 11, 2009, 4 hours ago
- Uses the new CD/DVD burn functionality.
- Fixed a transfer to iTunes bug.
- Fixed a bug with the validate registration buffer

Petro's tips only are below.

1. Download Replay Music 3.55 setup file to hard drive.
2. Uninstall older version you have of Replay Music.
Use control panel's add or remove programs.
3. Reboot your computer.
4. Remove the "Replay Music 3" folder in your C:\Program Files\. That is delete the Replay Music 3 folder.
4. Run the setup file you downloaded in step #1.
5. On last setup screen choose exit button to complete the setup installation.
6. Reboot computer.
7. Run the Replay Music application by clicking its desktop icon.

The interface is still the same. I was able to burn an audio CD by choosing the burn button. I was not able to do this before and I did report these issues in the past to Applian. If it doesn't work for you, you can always use another program to do the burns for you.

In the listbox view where all your tracks appear I tabbed to this listbox and then arrowed down one time and did a copy all command - ctrl+a -which selected all my tracks. An audio Cd can only have up to 60-80 minutes or less. I use 70 minute capacity CDs for audio and if you make data (.mp3) CDs then you can put up to 700 MB.

Note:
If you hear a button that saids something like "start burn or burn CD" during the burn setup do not activate it. Wait for a new message box to appear.

With JAWS 10 during the burn process I chose NO to save my previous settings. At the last screen I got an error message. Clicked ok button and the burn proceeded for me.

Note:
I decided to burn some new tracks but this time I said YES to use my previous settings.

Replay Converter 3.30 released

2009-03-04T07:02:00.001-05:00

Replay Converter 3.30
Yesterday, March 03, 2009, 11:45:11 AM
- Able to convert more audio files, especially Real audio.
- Drop down lists extend further down to show more options.
- Able to convert .swf files.
- Video and audio files convert faster.
- Verification buffer overrun issue fixed.
- Able to convert more types of ASF files.
- Fixed widescreen aspect ratio bug.
- Fixed a DVD entry bug.
- Able to extract subtitles from DVDs when converting DVDs.
- Able to convert more types of FLV files.
- Updated splash screen.
- Added a TrialPay button in Replay Converter's registration screen.

CD/DVD Burner module version 2.0:
- Fixed a file buffer overrun issue.
- Added a new DVD settings process

Replay Media Catcher 3.02 released

2009-02-28T19:14:00.001-05:00

Replay Media Catcher 3.02
Yesterday, February 27, 2009, 5:27:04 PM
-Update to the plug-in system which helps prevent firewall-related trouble..
-Fix for YouTube where YouTube videos will download 100% in demo mode.
-Fix for YouTube where YouTube videos won't download twice.
-Fix for MP4 files being transferred via RTMP, they didn't save properly before.
-Fix for miscellaneous sites that use the RTMP protocol.
-Miscellaneous interface improvements (tick marks on header control, new splash screen, alternating row colors).
-"Tips on start up" now shows up properly.
-HTTP files are now renamed by browser window (toggle in HTTP Plug-in settings).
-FLVToMP3 tool updated to tell user if there are no MP3 frames in an FLV and what they should do about it.
-Many smaller updates and bug fixes.

Replay Media Catcher 3.02 is accessible with JAWS 10. It has menu bars:
Record, Transfer, Tools, Help

The Tools menu is unusual. In regular conditions you will only hear one option read to you while in this menu. You will hear settings. The Tools menu actually has 4 total choices. To bring these additional choices do

Route JAWS to PC Cursor.
insert minus on numpad.
Locate the word "Tools".
JAWS left mouse click on this word "Tools". (use numpad / symbol).
Go back to PC cursor mode. (press numpad + symbol)
You will hear the 4 choices now within the Tools menu bar correctly. Settings, converter, extract...

I do not know why this happens. If anyone is reading this run Replay AV 8 with Window-Eyes and use your mouse cursor to left click on the menu bar items like File, which isn't read in normal conditions to see what happens. Do this with some of the other menus and see if you still get the double items in some of the menus still.

Replay Media Catcher 3.01 and now 3.02 includes a very accessible built-in converter tool. It allows you to convert your captured files to another format file type within the same application. I converted two .mp4 files to .mp3 successfully. The converter rocks!

Petro

Suggest a station for MediaGuide

2009-02-10T07:23:00.001-05:00

Use this link to tell Applian to add your show/station/podcast.

http://applian.com/guide/suggest_station_form.php

Replay AV technical support ticket form

2009-02-03T16:35:00.001-05:00

http://applian.com/help/index.php?pid=newticket&user=&department=7

Applian's tech support ticket form for assistance

2009-02-02T10:34:00.001-05:00

http://applian.com/help/index.php?pid=newticket&user=&department=3

The New BlindReplay Podcast Feed

2009-01-19T15:43:00.001-05:00

Enter this address into your podcatcher client

http://www.bavis.co.uk/podcasthosting/blindreplay/feed.php

Just go to the above link in your browser to listen or manually download the mp3 files.

Replay AV 8 Coupon Code discount

2009-01-03T11:32:00.001-05:00

For $15.00 off Replay AV - the coupon code is: RAVBB

5 new mp3 tutorials on Replay Converter 3.20

2009-01-03T11:22:00.001-05:00

Replay Converter 3.20 is included when you buy Replay AV 8.52. I did 5 new mp3 tutorials on how to use Replay Converter 3.20 with JAWS. I zipped the files into a zip file and you can download them at:

http://www.applian.com/Podcasts/replay-converter-320.zip

Leslie has a coupon code where you can get $15 off Replay AV 8.

Download tips
Click the http: URL above.
Choose save.
Save file to your hard drive.
After download is finished right click this file with your application's key.
Choose 'extract all'.
Choose next.
Choose next again.
Choose ok.
The above are for Windows XP users.

converting videos to DVD blank disc

2008-12-23T07:03:00.001-05:00

A post to another mailing list I posted to help another user and I am posting here for others to learn it is possible to do it.

I use Replay Converter 3.20 when buying Replay AV 8.52. To learn more go to:
http://www.applian.com

They usually put a special for Replay AV near Christmas time and if they do I will post it here.

I know Replay Converter is accessible as I tested it for accessibility with JAWS. Just remember these tips:

Use spacebar only when on main interface of Replay Converter to activate a button.

Use tab key to advance to a button on main interface.

To burn the wmv file to a DVD blank disc do:

Purchase Replay AV 8.52 which includes Replay Converter 3.20 application. You will need to copy and paste the product key. Be patient during the install process. Install all parts which are Replay AV 8.52, Codecs, Replay Converter, WinPCat and YouSendIt Express.

After installation reboot your computer.

1. Run Replay Converter program from the desktop icon.
2. You will get 5-6 hints/tips on how to use the application so read these.
3. Use your tab key until you hear 'add files'
4. Press your spacebar keyboard key and never use the enter key.
5. Locate and add your .wmv file or files and choose open.
6. You added your .wmv files and are back on Replay Converter's main program's interface.
7. If you keep tabbing you will hear a listview box and you can down arrow in this list to hear what files you have added.
8. In the listview you will hear the status for each file as 'pending'.
9. Now keep tabbing until you locate 'convert audio' button - then press your down arrow key until you hear 'burn'. Press spacebar on the burn button.
10. Press your tab key one time now.
11. Down arrow to "DVD NTSC' if this is for USA playback. If its for most other places to watch it then choose DVD PAL. So arrow to the choice and then press your tab key one time.
11. Press spacebar on 'Start conversion job' button
12. The CD/DVD Burn Wizard appears now.
13. Insert your Blank DVD disc into the drive bay.
14. follow the on screen dialog boxes.
15. You will see 7 different dialog box xcreens and most of these you will not need to change any settings except for screens looking for:
You must select a burning speed like 2.4x or 4x. Basically you tab to it and arrow down to select the burn speed.
16. It takes quite a bit of time to convert videos. It all depends how long that .wmv file is so walk away from your computer.
17. You will know the burn is over when you come back as there will be a message box on your screen saying burn was successful with an OK button. Press spacebar on this OK button. The burned DVD will also pop out.

If your .wmv file did not convert then you will have to use Replay Converter's 'troubleshoot' feature.

To do the troubleshoot you locate the listview box on main interface of Replay Converter. Arrow to the file in the list. Use applications keyboard key. The context menu pops up and choose troubleshoot with your enter key.

If you examine the list now on the file you choose troubleshoot you will see its status as 'troubleshoot' instead of 'pending'. Now tab to 'convert audio' button and arrow down until you hear 'burn' and press spacebar and then tab one time and choose DVD NTSC and then tab to 'start conversion job' button and press spacebar. You will get the CD/DVD Burn Wizard.

Replay AV 8.52 Download site & upgrading

2008-11-16T10:46:00.001-05:00

http://www.applian.com/replay-av/demo.php

Replay AV 8.52 released

2008-11-16T09:04:00.001-05:00

http://www.applian.com

- fixed display of multiple "File conversion job will start as a background process" messages when converting multiple files.
- Improved registration process for upgrades.

I've tested Replay AV 8.52 and it works very well with JAWS 10. This release costs $9.95 because you get the vastly improved and powerful Replay Converter 3.20 included. If you have questions on how to use Replay Converter please ask the questions on the BlindReplay mailing list or PC-Audio list. I am here to help.

My experience and comments here only.
Backup the schedule8.dat file to another location on your hard drive. This file contains all your stations/shows/podcasts recording schedules.

I uninstalled via Control Panel's add or remove the following:
Replay AV 8, Replay Converter, YouSendIt Express, WinPCap.

Reboot your computer. Shut down your computer for 2 minutes.

Download Replay AV 8.52 at

http://www.applian.com

Best to buy the upgrade via the website method. $9.95. This way you will have the product key and copied with ctrl+c so you can paste it in with ctrl+v.

When you have completely installed Replay AV 8.52 and run the program it will tell you it is a demo version.

You will get a dialog box and here you will have the opportunity to enter the product key that you purchased and copied with ctrl+c to paste it in and choose the submit button.

I have not seen any errors or bugs but there is no way one person can test every file but the product does work very well.

Enjoy!

Replay Music 3.50 released

2008-11-14T19:23:00.001-05:00

I have not tested this version here but should be very useable as is Replay Music 3 with JAWS 9.

http://www.applian.com

Release notes
- Improved CD burning.
- The volume unit meter has been changed to better show the intensity of an audio signal.
- Added a open log file folder button to the settings.
- Added ability edit the album year tag.
- Added a button to the "Start Recording Session" dialog box that opens up a user's browser. When recording from a website a user should always use this button.
- Replay Music now always asks to run in admin mode when a user has the UAC on. This allows for successful recordings when the UAC is on.
- Added the MusicIP reference link to the "About" box.
- Various bug fixes for stability

Replay Converter 3.20 released

2008-11-06T13:48:00.001-05:00

- Added a new target format to convert files to iPhone ringtones.
- Can now transfer files to iTunes automatically using a setting in Replay Converter's options.
- Can now convert High Definition videos captured using Replay Media Catcher from Hulu that were captured by Media Catcher.
- Can now extract sections of audio or video that by right clicking on the source file and selecting the "Extract" option.
- Fixed a conversion problem with RM audio only files.

Replay AV 8.51 released

2008-11-06T13:43:00.001-05:00

Replay AV 8.51 has been released.

Replay AV 8.50 released!

2008-10-19T09:46:00.001-04:00

- integrated with Replay Converter 3
- eliminates Replay Converter pop-up windows during conversions