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Help Page – Macintosh – eMedia Guitar Songs v2 (current version)

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Technical Questions

How do I run my eMedia software on a Mac running OS X 10.7 (Lion)?

Starting with version 2.0c, Guitar Songs is Lion-compatible. If you have version 2.0, 2.0a, or 2.0b, and it will not run on your new Mac, you can download this free update. Simply replace the old application with the new one from the downloaded update. Note that you will need your previous version CD-ROM in order to listen to the media on the disc.


Program freezes (e.g., I get the spinning rainbow ball).

This is usually a sign that your QuickTime™ installation has become corrupted. eMedia titles make extensive use of Apple’s QuickTime™ technology to playback audio, MIDI, and video content. The spinning rainbow means we are trying to do something, but the system is unable. The easiest method for correcting this issue, is to:

  1. With your computer connected to the internet, launch “Software Update” from the Apple menu. Your computer will search the Apple server for any updates to your operating system.
  2. Install the updates. This will ensure that your QuickTime software is up to date as much as possible.

If QuickTime™ believes it is already up to date, navigate to the Apple website, http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/ and download the latest version of QuickTime™ and run its installation. This will repair the current installation on your system.


I’m using multiple monitors, and video doesn’t work. I get a black screen that disappears quickly.

Before playing a video, make sure the eMedia software is located on your primary monitor. If your computer stretches a single desktop across multiple monitors, our software may not display properly.


My videos and songs don’t work on Mac OSX 10.4. (Tiger)

Version 7.0 of QuickTime™ that shipped with Mac OS X 10.4 had some problems, which have now been fixed by Apple. If you download the latest update to QuickTime™ from the Apple website, the problem will be solved.


There’s no sound input to the Automatic Tuner or Recorder.

Make sure your mic is plugged in and selected in the Sound control panel. Set the proper sound level. Close other applications that use the microphone, such as Skype or iChat. Now try launching our software. (Note: If you are using a non-Apple microphone with a standard 1/8" plug, it will not work on a Mac. The audio input jack on a Mac computer expects a slightly longer plug, as found on Apple’s Plain Talk microphone.)

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Technical Questions (PowerPC Macs only)

I have a USB microphone, and I get a crash when I print a lesson.

If you’re experiencing a crash while attempting to print a lesson, temporary switch your sound input to the computer's default choice (line in). You can switch it back to the USB microphone after you print the screens you need.

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If you have a previous version of the software, click here for additional answers.

If you require further assistance, contact our technical support department.