Q: How do I convert .mp3 to .wav?
A: In the z! file selector, choose the files you want to convert with then press 'W' to start the conversion.
Q: Why does playback seem corrupted after pausing/unpausing?
A: This is the result of sound card drivers with buggy DART (direct-audio routines), I've seen this problem with Cirrus Logic and ESS 1371 drivers.
Q: I get strange lock-ups when a system sound interrupts z!, how can I fix this?
A: run (from commandline) "z -c", then toggle off Share Sounddevice.
Q: When I try to use the mouse in z!, it triggers the vio mark/copy stuff, how can I fix it?
A: Disable vio mouse actions by rightclicking the desktop -> system setup -> system -> user interface tab and unchecking the vio mouse actions checkbox.
Q: What is the best soundcard for MP3 (exclusive) playback in OS/2?
A: Soundblaster Live with Sander's drivers, located at http://sound.netlabs.org - they run about $30USD for the OEM version.
Q: Why does the time/song position bar jump around on some VBR mp3's?
A: The mp3(s) in question have a corrupted or missing VBR header, which is necessary to calculate the correct time index.
Q: How can I make the z! window small, but leave all the rest of my VIO windows normal size?
A: Get console and unzip it to your z! directory, then edit z!'s icon properties and use these settings:
| Path and file name: | c:\z\console.exe |
| Parameters: | -f10,6 c:\z\z.exe |
| Working Directory: | c:\z |
Q: Where can I get help for all the keyboard-commands in z!?
A: Press F1
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