Operation Manual
High-Quality software music player
FOSTEX-AudioPlayer
(The window above is from the Windows version)
Rev. V 1.1.0.0 (Mac)
V 1.1.0.0 (Windows)
Features of the FOSTEX-AudioPlayer
"FOSTEX-AudioPlayer" is software that allows you to play music files on your computer through a Fostex DAC (D/A converter) connected via USB.
The software not only supports high-quality source data such as DSD, it also has the following features:
•It provides a high-quality music environment optimized for Fostex products.
•You can control music files through the simple interface and intuitive operation.
•You can start using it instantly without the need for complicated configuration.
•You can change various settings according to the music files or listening environment.
•You can make playlists simply by dragging and dropping files. It also supports playlist saving and loading.
Compatible products
Visit our Web site for compatible Fostex products.
http://www.fostex.com/
Supported file formats
Format |
Extension |
Playable range |
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MP3 |
mp3 |
32 kbps to 320 kbps |
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PCM |
wav |
44.1 kHz to 192 kHz, 16 bit to 32 bit |
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FLAC |
flac |
44.1 kHz to 192 kHz, 16 bit to 32 bit |
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DSF |
dsf |
2.8 MHz/5.6 MHz |
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DSDIFF |
dff |
2.8 MHz/5.6 MHz |
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ALAC |
m4a |
32 kHz to 96 kHz, 16 bit to 24 bit |
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AIFF |
aiff, aif |
32 kHz to 192 kHz, 16 bit to 24 bit |
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Apple Lossless Audio Codec
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edition Mac edition Windows
Contents
The information in this manual is divided into two parts: Information about the Windows software, and information about the Mac software. Read the appropriate edition depending on your computer environment.
Windows edition |
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Installation............................................. |
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Operating environment................... |
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Installing............................................ |
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Uninstalling....................................... |
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Starting the software....................... |
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Exiting the software......................... |
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Window components............................ |
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Playing music files................................. |
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Configuring connected devices....... |
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Making playlists................................ |
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Playing playlists................................ |
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Editing playlists................................ |
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Troubleshooting.................................. |
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Mac edition |
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Installation........................................... |
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Operating environment................. |
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Installing.......................................... |
11 |
Uninstalling..................................... |
11 |
Starting the software..................... |
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Exiting the software....................... |
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Window components.......................... |
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Playing music files............................... |
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Configuring connected devices..... |
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Making playlists.............................. |
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Playing playlists.............................. |
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Editing playlists.............................. |
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Troubleshooting.................................. |
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Installation
"FOSTEX-AudioPlayer" does not have an installer. Copy the software using the following procedure.
Operating environment
OS |
Windows 8/7/Vista |
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CPU |
Intel Core 2 Duo or above |
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Memory |
2 GB or more |
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Installing
Copy "FOSTEX-AudioPlayer(Win)VerXXX. zip" to your computer and unzip to install.
•Do not move or delete the "Plugin" folder. To run the software, this folder must be placed in the same hierarchy as "FOSTEX-AudioPlayer".
Uninstalling
Delete the entire folder which contains "FOSTEX-AudioPlayer".
Starting the software
•Before starting the software, install the appropriate driver and connect the Fostex product with a USB cable.
•Before starting the software, turn on the Fostex product and select USB as the source.
Double-click "FOSTEX-AudioPlayer" in the folder to start the software.
"FOSTEX-AudioPlayer"
Exiting the software
Click the "" mark on the upper right of the main display or select "Exit" from the "File" menu.
•When exiting the software after adding files to the current playlist, "Playlist has been changed. Do you want to save?" is displayed in a dialog box. Select "Yes" to save the playlist or select "No" to discard the changes.
edition Windows
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