Troubleshooting & FAQ
What is PODDS Software?
The PODDS Software provides a convenient way to purchase and download music then burn CDs. PODDS is a promotional music website. To register, you must be a professional DJ, Jukebox Vendor, Radio Station, or Commercial End User.
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What is my username and password?
Your username to log into the PODDS system is the email address you used on the Registration Form. Your password is provided in the original email you received along with your installation information. You may change your password at any time after you've registered. This can be done by going to the Options menu at the top of the Player window and choosing "Change Password."
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I forgot my password, how do I retrieve it?
Simply enter the email address you used on the Registration Form in the “Forgot Your Password” box on the right hand side of this page and click send. Your password will be emailed to you immediately.
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I’m on a Mac. Can I use the PODDS Software?
Unfortunately, at this time the PODDS software is only available for PCs running Windows Operating Systems. (Win 95/98/ME, 2000, and XP). However, some Mac users have been successful trying Virtual PC 7. The Mac version of the player will be developed at a later date.
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Where can I find help with the PODDS Software?
You can get help by browsing this website or contact PODDS Techsupport using the online form.
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How do I get signed up?
To get signed up on the PODDS system, fill out the Registration Form and you'll receive an email with a link to download the software. It's that simple!
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Where can I download ASPI layer?
You can download ASPI layer from Adaptec or Nero. ASPI is not required on Windows 2000 / XP, as it uses Windows' SPTI to communicate with the CD Writer.
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Since the music sold through PODDS comes complete with AVLA licensing, will DJ's still require an AVLA hard drive license for the music I currently have stored digitally on my computers?
The PODDS agreement only allows the DJ to publicly perform sound recordings that they have downloaded from PODDS. This licence is different than the AVLA Hard Drive Licence.
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Will I need to continue to renew my AVLA Hard Drive Licence in order to use my library of music not purchased through PODDS?
Absolutely, DJs will have to continue to renew their AVLA agreement if they are using AVLA member’s sound recordings that haven’t been sourced from PODDS.
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What kind of file format does PODDS use? What are the quality differences?
PODDS does not use MP3s. Instead, it uses a proprietary audio file format called MPE (.epm) to maximize audio quality while keeping file sizes manageable. It is a variable bitrate compressed file that has a minimum bitrate of 256kbps and no maximum bitrate. Unlike MP3s, MPE files are encoded using a perceptual algorithm. This means when a song is more dynamically complex, the bitrate will increase. A song file downloaded from PODDS will always sound better than even the highest quality 320kbps MP3. Please feel free to download an MPE Relative Quality Test (PDF) document for more details.
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