eResources Guide for MP3 and iPod

eResources Guide
for MP3 and iPod
A comprehensive guide for PPLD eResources that
includes detailed how-to instructions for:
Freegal (downloadable music) ······················· 2-4
PinDigital (eBooks/eAudio) ··························· 5-7
You can find more information on these resources on our
eBooks and More page:
http://plainfieldpubliclibrary.org/books-downloads-more/ebooks.aspx
Questions?
Plainfield Public Library District
Phone: 815-436-6639
E-mail: reference@plainfieldpubliclibrary.org
15025 South Illinois Street
Plainfield, IL 60544
http://www.plainfieldpubliclibrary.org
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Freegal
Freegal is a downloadable music service that offers access
to about 3 million songs, including Sony Music’s catalog of
legendary artists. There is no software to download, and
there are no digital rights management (DRM)
restrictions. You are entitled to 5 downloads per week.
Installing Freegal app
Step 1: Download Freegal App
Open App Store and search for Freegal
app. Tap Install, then Open.
Step 2: Logging in
In the Freegal home screen, search
for Plainfield. Type in your PPLD
library card number. W hen
prompted, read and agree to the
Terms and Conditions to continue.
Step 3: Finding music
You can browse lists of National/Library Top Ten songs, categories (Browse button at
the bottom of screen), or search for a particular song. You can download up to three
songs a week.
Search
Songs are displayed in
a list - to download a
song, tap the arrow on
the right. Songs are
then added to your My
Music file.
Menu Bar
Note: Only in-app downloads will be displayed in your My Music folders. You
can download in-app purchases to your computer through the Freegal website.
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Downloading music from Freegal to iTunes
Step 1: Logging in to Freegal account
Go to plainfieldpubliclibrary.freegalmusic.com. In the top right, click the Login link
and use your PPLD library card number to sign in. You can Search for songs and
artists, or browse one of the Categories.
Wishlist songs and
recent downloads can
be accessed here.
Step 2: Downloading a song
You can hear a sample by choosing the
play button to the left.
To download, choose the Menu button
and click Download Now. You can also
add to the song to your Wishlist.
Step 3: Adding downloaded song to your iTunes Music Library
Open iTunes and go to File menu. Click on Add (File) to Library. Click the Downloads
folder and choose the songs to add. Click Open. Once added, you will be able to sync
this song to your device through iTunes.
Windows/PCs
Mac
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Downloading music from Freegal to Windows Media Player
Step 1: Logging in to Freegal account
Go to plainfieldpubliclibrary.freegalmusic.com. In the top right, click the Login link
and use your PPLD library card number to sign in. You can Search for songs and
artists, or browse one of the Categories.
Wishlist songs and
recent downloads can
be accessed here.
Step 2: Downloading a song
You can hear a sample by choosing the
play button to the left.
To download, choose the Menu button
and click Download Now. You can also
add to the song to your Wishlist.
Step 3: Adding downloaded song to Windows Media Player Music Library
Open My Computer, then open Downloads folder. Drag new music file from
Downloads folder to WMP library. Drop folder w hen Add to Library message
appears. You can then transfer songs to your device in WMP by dragging the song to
the device icon on the left, then choosing sync.
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PinDigital
PinDigital is an eBook program that allows you to
choose from a number of popular fiction and nonfiction titles. You can check out up to 5 books at
a time, and check outs last for up to 3 weeks.
Part 1: Installing OverDrive Media Console software
Step 1: Install Overdrive Media Console
Go to www.pindigital.org and scroll to the bottom to click on Applications. Choose
OverDrive Media Console icon. Choose to dow nload Windows or Mac version,
and follow prompts to download software.
Step 2: Software adjustments - Apple devices
If you have an Apple device, you must first make an adjustment in iTunes before
transferring. Plug in your device, then open iTunes. Select device in left column.
Choose the Manually Manage Music option.
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Part 2: Finding and checking out eAudiobooks in PinDigital
Step 1: Sign in
Go to http://www.pindigital.org on your computer and sign in (top right) with your
PPLD library card number.
Step 2: Finding
an eAudiobook
You can find
books using the
Search Box, or
by browsing
through one of
the Categories.
Tip: available
audiobooks will
show a darkened
headphones
Icon in the top
right corner, and
unavailable
audiobooks only
a shaded icon.
Step 3: Check out an
Audiobook
When you have chosen your
title, click the Borrow button.
Choose the format, then click
Confirm & Download
Tip: I f possible, dow nload
the MP3 version - these files
are accessible across all
devices. Only computers with
a Windows platform will be
able to access WMA files.
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Step 4: Open file in OverDrive
When completed, Open the
downloaded file to begin (you may see
file appear in the bottom left corner,
or in downloads folder). Choose OK to
confirm download location, and choose
OK to start dow nload.
Step 5: Transfer to Device
Once your book has downloaded, connect your Device to your computer. Select your
book, then click Transfer. Choose OK to confirm dow nload location. W hen
prompted, choose your device from the Player menu, then choose OK. Choose Finish
when the book has transferred.
Step 6: Returning/
Deleting
eAudiobook
Select Delete, then
confirm Return/
Delete. Y ou can
then delete the files
from your device with
iTunes or Windows
Media Player.
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