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When MediaMonkey for Windows (the MediaMonkey server) syncs with an Android device, it is capable of syncing tracks and playlists, including metadata such as Artist, Album, Title, and Track#, ratings, volume leveling information, play history, play count, bookmarks, Album Artist, Composer, Lyrics, and Album Art.  Whenever any of these attributes are updated on either the server or the device, MediaMonkey is able to sync the change so that your library appears the same no matter how it's being accessed.  For instance: 

*Once a track has been synced, MediaMonkey will notice if you've played a song on your device, added it to a playlist or changed it's rating, and MediaMonkey will then sync this information between the device and server. 
*If you've added music files to your mobile devices from other sources since the last sync, MediaMonkey can optionally retrieve these files from your mobile phone and import them into your MediaMonkey library. 
*MediaMonkey can optionally erase media files on your device that aren't selected to be synced. 

 

The richness of this functionality depends on whether MediaMonkey for Android is installed on the remote device, what sync mode has been chosen (auto-sync vs manual), how the server and device are connected (Wi-Fi or USB), and what options are enabled. 

== Sync Options ==

=== Software ===

MediaMonkey for Windows 4.1+ can sync with any Android device, and is able to sync tracks and playlists along with basic metadata (Artist, Album, Title, Track#, Album Art) [[WebHelp:MTP Devices/4.0|as it would to any MTP device]], but Android players that rely on the default Android media scanner will be limited to viewing that metadata.  

Some Android players may also able to read more advanced tag formats, in which case they may also view ratings, volume leveling information, Album Artist, Composer, and Lyrics, Album Art, and fields that have [[WebHelp:Editing Album Properties/4.0|multiple attributes]] from tracks that have been synced.  However, changes in the metadata may not necessarily sync back to MediaMonkey for Windows. 

To view & sync all of the above content and metadata--along with play history, play count, and bookmarks, MediaMonkey for Android should be installed on the Android device. 

=== Auto-Sync vs. Manual sync ===

There are two ways in which you can move music files to your mobile device: automatically (Auto-sync) and manually.

Auto-sync uses a pre-defined list of files of your choosing and syncs them with your device. These lists are configured either on the MediaMonkey server or in MediaMonkey for Android, where you can choose what content should be synced (e.g. Entire library, a randomized selection, songs of a certain band/genre/album, or only songs from a specific playlist such as "Driving music", "New purchases", "3+ star Music", "Workout" playlists, etc.). The point is that you define what should be synced once - and every time you Auto-sync, Mediamonkey will update content according to the defined criteria. An auto-sync can either be initiated automatically whenever you connect your device, or by clicking Auto-sync on the MediaMonkey server or in MediaMonkey for Android.

Manual syncing in contrast allows you to pick individual songs/albums/playlists etc and send them manually over to your device. To initiate a manual sync, right-click on the desired song/album/playlist and select "Send to", then select your device. Manual syncing requires a USB connection, although you can [[MediaMonkey for Android: UPnP|download tracks from a UPnP server over Wi-Fi]] to achieve similar results.

=== Wi-Fi Sync vs. USB Sync ===

MediaMonkey for Windows (MMW) can sync with an Android device running MediaMonkey in several different ways: 
*Wi-Fi sync. This is the preferred and most convenient way to sync content between a Mediamonkey server and an Android device. However, because it's over Wi-Fi it can be a slow if you're syncing more than eg. 1-2 GB of music. 
*USB sync. Syncing via a USB cable connected to your device is faster than Wi-Fi, however, it can be unreliable/slow with certain devices especially for first time syncs which can involve transferring several GB of content. 
*SD card 'sync'. You can also 'sync' directly to an SD card inserted in your PC running MediaMonkey for Windows and then subsequently use USB or Wi-Fi Sync for updates. This can be . This is inconvenient for general usage, but can be useful for first-time synchronization as it can be up to 5x as fast as USB sync.

== Wi-Fi Sync ==

You'll need:

*Mediamonkey for Windows (MMW), version 4.1+ 
*Mediamonkey for Android (MMA), with Wi-Fi Sync active (i.e. [[MediaMonkey_for_Android:_Introduction|Trial mode is active OR MediaMonkey Pro or the Wi-Fi Sync Addon have been purchased]]) 
*Both your computer running MMW and your Android device running MMA need to be connected to the same WiFi network. 

To set up Wi-Fi syncing:

#If you've been syncing to your device using earlier versions of MediaMonkey, then you should do an initial sync over USB using MediaMonkey 4.1 prior to a Wi-Fi sync in order to update your existing profile for Wi-Fi Sync.
#On your desktop machine running MMW, make sure that Wi-Fi Sync is enabled (by default, this is pre-configured, and no action should be required):
##If you're using an existing sync profile, go to that Device Profile (Tools > Options > Portable Device Sync) and make sure that 'Grant Remote Access / Sync rights' is enabled.
##Then go to Tools - Options - Media Sharing, and set up the sharing options for your library. When MMA (or any UPnP player) is browsing into the MediaMonkey server, it will see only the libraries and playlists that are shared--so if items aren't accessible over UPnP, they won't be accessible to MMA for Wi-Fi sync.
#Start MediaMonkey (MMA) on your Android device, access the Options menu and scroll down to "Wi-Fi Sync". Choose "Select Sync Server" and select the MMW server that you set up in step 2. Note: If you don't see the MediaMonkey server, make sure that MMW is running, that both your computer and your Android device are connected to the same network, and that the Windows firewall has an active exception defined for Mediamonkey. 
#On your desktop, MMW will prompt you to confirm that you allow your Android device to connect and sync. Confirm. MMW will create/update a synchronization profile for your Android device.  If your device supports external storage, 2 profiles will be created one for Internal and one for External storage. 
#Configure your sync profile(s). If two profiles exist, you can set up one or the other, or even both (each with a unique sync list). You can set up your sync profile(s) either in MMA or MMW (the settings are shared), but at the moment, it's recommended that you do so in MMW as more options are available.
##In MMW, go to Tools - Options - Portable Device Sync If you're only going to use one profile select any device profiles that you're not using and uncheck them to disable them. Highlight the device profile that you're using, and click "Configure" to select which Tracks/Artists/Albums/Genres/Folders/Playlists etc. should be synced over to your device.
##If you're configuring via MMA,in Options, select the sync profile tha you want to configure. Choose which content you want to keep in sync
#In MMA, click on the "Sync now" tile on the start screen and wait for the sync to complete. Note that WiFi syncing will be slower than syncing over an USB cable, so be patient, especially if your initial sync is over Wi-Fi. It can take several hours to sync a few thousand tracks.

== USB Syncing ==

USB sync can be useful for first-time synchronization as it is much faster than Wi-Fi, or if you don't have MMA on your your Android device. However, it can be slow/problematic on certain devices. 

#If you plan on using MediaMonkey for Android on your device, run it at least once in order to create a database on the device (if you don't plan on using MMA, this isn't necessary, though not all metadata will sync).
#Plug your Android device into a USB port of your computer.
#In MediaMonkey for Windows, click on the device to view the Device Profile (Tools > Options > Portable Device Sync) that is created (if you have an SD card in your device you'll see 2 Device Profiles)
#Grant remote access / sync rights if you plan on doing Wi-Fi Syncs in the future on the Summary tab of the Device Profile
#Switch to the "Auto-Sync (-> device)" tab to choose which files to sync with your device.
#Configure any other details you wish (e.g. Bi-directional synchronization, Format conversion, etc.)
#Save the settings (click OK), and click Auto-Sync.
#Wait for the sync to complete (watch the progress bar) - then safely eject your device (if it's configured as a Mass Storage Device) and unplug it from your computer.

See more about MTP and USB devices: [[WebHelp:Exporting Tracks/4.0|Devices and Plugins]]

==First-time 'sync' to an SD Card==
The SD card should contain enough space for the library. You can not sync MediaMonkey with the existing files on an SD card: it will not make the match between the two locations/files. For syncing to work, files must first be synced from MMW by copying them to the SD Card. If there are files on the SD card that aren't on the windows machine, and you wish to add them to the MMW library, copy them to the Windows machine first and add them to the MMW library *before* first sync.
 Note: Because of the time required for first sync, first sync to the SD card should be managed with the SD card placed into the Windows device's card reader. Follow the instructions for this below.
After syncing initially with the SD card directly on the windows device, return it to the Android device and sync via USB or WiFi for following syncs. 
Also, if the files in the MMW library are stored on a cloud service, the sync will require downloading of each file for copying during the sync process. This will add significantly to the amount of time required for full sync.
 

SD Card Preparation
#Make sure the correct SD card is inserted in the Android device before setup
#Install and open MMA on the Android device
#Connect the Android device to the Windows computer via USB and allow file transfer
#In MMW, set up a 'Device Profile' for the Android device's SD card (Tools > Options > Portable Device Sync)
##Initiate a USB Sync from MMW
##[For WiFi sync only] Verify that the MMW Library/Collection is shared via WiFi (MMW > Tools > Options > UPnP/DLNA). Initiate WiFi Sync from MMA for the location containing the SD card (without syncing any tracks). MMW will prompt you to allow the device to connect, and will create a profile for the device.##Highlight and check the box for the SD Card from the list of available devices at (Tools > Options > Portable Device Sync > Available Devices)
##Deselect other devices in the list
##Click the Configure button. A window will appear.
##Select the menu "Auto-Sync (--> Device)"
##Deselect all folder check-boxes in the window. To completely deselect a shaded folder, you may need to expand the top level folder by clicking on the '>' next to it. This will open a list of sub-folders. Deselect any folders that appear with check marks. Any shaded folders will need to be opened further with the ">" option, and subfolders deselected.
##Click "Okay", then "Okay" again on the next window that appears
##This will create a profile for the device, and ensure that the same profile is used for card slot sync, USB sync, and WiFi Sync.
#Eject the Android device from the Windows machine, either by using the Windows task-bar eject command or simply unplugging the USB connection. This depends on Windows version.
#After ejecting the Android device, remove the SD Card from it. The card is now identified as a target device.

SD Card First Sync
#Insert the SD Card into the PC running MMW (via an SD card reader).
#In MMW, make sure that the Media Tree is showing at the left of the MMW window (Menu > View > Media Tree).
#Verify that the SD card appears in MMW in the tree.
#Select the device in the tree (or via MMW Tools -> Options -> Portable Devices). Configure which files to sync, making sure not to exceed device capacity.
##(Optional) Setup Conversion rules and any other sync settings.
#Click the 'Sync' button that appears next to the device in MMW.
#Once sync has completed, eject SD card from the PC (via Windows taskbar) and replace into the Android device.
#(For wifi sync) Start MMA and do a WiFi Sync to update metadata on synced files. If you don't perform this step, tracks will be missing a variety of metadata.

Subsequently, you can sync via USB or Wi-Fi. Updating the library (vs. initial sync) is much faster so doesn't need to be done with the SD card in the windows machine card slot.

Finally, after you've attempted this numerous times over several weeks, you will realize that this process is a joke and doesn't work. Move on.

== Syncing Q&A ==
*Why are there multiple profiles for the same device?  If you use both Wi-Fi and usb syncing with the same device (e.g. to do big syncs over the cable and small daily syncs over wifi), you should first set up your device for USB syncing first (making sure to check the "Grant remote sync/access rights" box for the profile. Otherwise, if you set up Wi-Fi syncing first, it may result in the creation of 2 different sync profiles (one for Wi-Fi the other for USB)! 
*How to configure wi-fi sync to convert audio formats (e.g. flac to mp3)? Conversion rules (and some other more advanced sync settings) are configured in the Device Profile in MediaMonkey for Windows.
*What does bi-di synchronization do? It causes tracks from defined directories on the device to be kept synchronized with MMW. Metadata and playcounts for any track on either sync list are synchronized regardless of whether this is enabled.
*Does it matter whether I configure my device for USB or MTP mode? It's irrevelant to Wi-Fi synchronization, but still relevant to wired (USB) synchronization (metadata can be synced over MTP even if the destination device isn't running MMA). 
*Can I initiate a USB sync from the Android device? No. 
*How can I limit the number of playlists that can be browsed by MMA? By limiting the number of playlists shared via the UPnP/DLNA server, it becomes easier to browse which content to auto-sync. Note that even if playlists aren't browseable in the Wi-Fi Sync configuration screen, they can still be configured to sync by selecting them in MMW. Once those have been synced, the playlists will appear in the MMA options; you can then deselect them from MMA.
*Why is content resyncing every time I sync? Auto-playlists will sync whatever content has changed each time. A randomly-generated autoplaylist will replace all the previous entries with a new set of random entries with each sync.
*Why are files deleted in MMW not being deleted from my device? If you deleted files from your MMW Library you'll need to set it to delete all media files in the Device Profile (Tools > Options > Portable Device Sync in MMW).
 
*How do these instructions differ for MM5? 
 
*How do you copy/sync selected songs (from specific albums, playlists, etc.) using each of the above methods? How is this done in each of the versions of MM? 

== Troubleshoot Syncing problems ==

See the [http://www.mediamonkey.com/support/index.php?/Knowledgebase/List/Index/21/device-synchronization MediaMonkey Knowledge base].

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== Introduction ==

MediaMonkey can Synchronize media files and associated metadata (Album Art, play history, etc.) with [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Android]] devices, [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|iPhones, iPads, iPods]] and other MP3 Players connected via USB, and USB Storage/Memory Cards/Internal Locations/Network Storage to your PC. MediaMonkey can do [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Wifi sync]] with [[MediaMonkey for Android|MediaMonkey for Android]]. Media files that are in formats that aren't supported can be [[{{WebHelp:Links|Auto-Conversion_Configuration}}|converted on the fly]], and Track Volumes leveled.

=== Preparing your Media Files ===

Sync will have the best result if your media files are [[{{WebHelp:Links|Editing_Track_Properties}}|well tagged]], have the correct [[{{WebHelp:Links|Album Art}}|Artwork]], and have [[{{WebHelp:Links|Editing_Album_Properties}}#Multiple_Artist_Albums|multiple Artist Albums]] tagged correctly. If you're syncing to a device that supports Replay Gain like [[MediaMonkey for Android|MediaMonkey for Android]] on [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Android]] devices and [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|Apple]] devices (MediaMonkey supports Apple Sound Check on Sync) you may want to make sure your files had their [[{{WebHelp:Links|Volume Leveling}}#Leveling_Playback_Volume|volume analyzed]].

=== How to Start Sync ===

Connect your device to your PC and MediaMonkey should recognize it ([[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}#Configure_iTunes_drivers_for_the_iPhone.2FiPod.2FiPad|Apple iOS devices require iTunes]]) and create a Device Profile for your device. This Device Profile is used to manage the settings for Syncing media files to your device. You can access your device in the [[{{WebHelp:Links|My Computer}}#Devices_&_Services|Devices & Services]] in the Media Tree. MediaMonkey creates a Device Profile for each memory in the device. For example an [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Android]] device with an SD card inserted will have a Device Profile for the internal memory ''(on the device)'' and the external memory ''(the SD card)''. You can sync to either or all Device Profiles for a device.

From the device sub-node it is possible to view/edit/delete/copy media files on the device (depending on the device and the plug-in used), and if the device has its own database, to update the device database. Note that files that appear in this node are ''not'' part of the Media Monkey Library.

=== Basics of Synchronization ===

There are 2 types of Synchronization:
*Automatic Synchronization (Auto-Sync): This is the simplest and most powerful means of device synchronization. Choosing this option syncs the Sync List to your device while also being able to delete files not in the sync selection from the device.
*Manual Synchronization: This is for one-time operations where you want to manually sync a selected Playlist or set of files to the device.

== Manual Synchronization ==

Select some files and right click on them or right click on a [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playlists}}|Playlist]] in the Media Tree and use ''Send To'' from the Context Menu. Select the device you want to Sync the selected files or Playlist to and that selection will be synced according to the settings (see Auto-Sync below) in the Device Profile for that device. This won't delete other files already on the device (use Auto-Sync for that). Any files that were manually synced will be removed by Auto-Sync unless the files are on the Sync List.

== Auto-Sync ==

Auto-Sync will sync the content you select in the Sync List to your device according to the settings in the Device Profile. [[MediaMonkey for Android|MediaMonkey for Android]] uses these settings as well when doing a [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Wifi sync]]. The important setting is selecting what should be synced on the ''Sync list (Library --> Device)'' tab. The Device Profile has the following settings:

=== Summary ===

On the '''Summary''' tab of the Device Profile there are a couple of settings on how MediaMonkey interacts with the device.[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Summary.jpg|713px|center|MediaMonkey Device Profile Summary tab]] 
* Click on the device name if you want to edit the name MediaMonkey displays for the device.
* ''Scan as soon as the device is connected'', when enabled MediaMonkey will scan for files on the device when you connect the device. Scanning will otherwise take place when needed by MediaMonkey.
*'' Auto-Sync as soon as the device is connected'', when enabled MediaMonkey will automatically start Auto-Sync as soon as the device is connected to your PC. This is useful if you generally don't modify the Sync List or other settings in the Device Profile.
* ''Automatically unmount device after Auto-Sync'' (available for certain devices), when enabled will unmount the device from your computer.

=== Sync List (Library --> Device) ===

The Sync List can be accessed on the '''Sync list (Library --> Device)''' tab of the Device Profile. This is where you select what should be synced from your MediaMonkey Library to the device. If you don't select anything Sync will still run, but won't Sync any content to your device. You can select:[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Sync List to Device.jpg|713px|center|MediaMonkey Device Profile Sync List to Device tab]] 
* An entire [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Collections|Collection]], or specific selections within a [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Collections|Collection]] like an Artist, Genre, Subscription or Series to be synced to the device.
* [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playlists}}|Playlists]] to be synced to the device. Auto-Sync will select all files selected through any selection in a [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Collections|Collection]] or a [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playlists}}|Playlist]].
For:
* ''Audio'' based [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Collections|Collections]] you can enable:
** ''Sync random subset of selected files up to target capacity'', which is useful if the Sync List selection exceeds the device's storage capacity. When enabled a random selection of files from the Sync List selection will be synced. Sync random subset has 2 additional settings:
*** ''Sync higher-rated tracks more often'' will use Rating to sync higher rated files more often when syncing a random subset.
*** ''Reserve xx MB of free space'' will allow you to keep some space free if your Sync List selection exceeds the device storage capacity and you're doing a random sync.
* ''Video'' based [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Collections|Collections]] you can set:
** to ''Sync'' All, x most recent or x oldest videos or unplayed videos.
* ''Podcast'' based [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Collections|Collections]] you can set:
** to ''Sync'' All, x most recent or x oldest videos or unplayed episodes.
The last settings pertain to what MediaMonkey should delete from the device on Auto-Sync.
* Enable ''Delete other files and playlists from xxx'' if you want MediaMonkey to delete files from the device during Auto-Sync. There are 2 options for deleting files:
** ''Unselected Library files'' will delete any files not on the Sync List selection that are in the MediaMonkey Library. This for example won't delete any files you have removed from MediaMonkey.
** ''All other media files'' will remove all media files from the device that aren't on the Sync List selection. This includes files not in the MediaMonkey Library that are found on the device. This option is needed if you want Auto-Sync to remove files from the device that you have removed from the MediaMonkey Library.
* ''Show confirmation dialog'', this is recommended to be enabled so that you can confirm file deletions before they're deleted from the device. There is no undo of file deletions done by Auto-Sync.

=== Sync Profile ===

The '''Sync Profile''' tab of the Device Profile contains settings on how MediaMonkey should sync files to the device.

==== Auto-Conversion ====

[[{{WebHelp:Links|Auto-Conversion_Configuration}}|Auto-Conversion]] (Rules, Supported Formats and Level Volume) will allow you to convert files in your MediaMonkey Library not supported by the device to a format that is supported by the device. [[{{WebHelp:Links|Auto-Conversion_Configuration}}|Auto-Conversion]] is fully explained [[{{WebHelp:Links|Auto-Conversion_Configuration}}|here]].

==== Tagging ====

In the tagging section you can have MediaMonkey change a few things like Artwork and multi-value fields for the synced files (doesn't affect the media files on your computer).[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Sync Profile Tagging.jpg|712px|center|MediaMonkey Device Profile Sync Profile Tagging]] 
* ''Sync all Artwork files to folders'', when enabled MediaMonkey will create Artwork images according to the preferences you set. This includes creating Artwork files for files with embedded Artwork on your computer. Select this if your device doesn't support embedded Artwork''
* ''Copy Artwork to file tags'', when enabled MediaMonkey will embed Artwork into the synced files. This includes embedding Artwork saved as Artwork files for files on your computer. Embedded Artwork generally gives less trouble when supported, but uses more space as the Artwork is saved in each Media File.
* '' Remove artwork from tags if larger than xxx KB'', when enabled will remove embedded Artwork when exceeds the user set size limit. This is useful if you have large Artworks embedded, but lack storage capacity on the device.
* ''Use only the first Genre when multiple Genre's exist'', enable this if your device doesn't support multiple Genre values.
* ''Use only the first value when multiple Artists / Composers exist'', enable this if your device doesn't support multiple Artist or Composer values.

==== Manage Settings ====

[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Sync Profile Manage Settings.jpg|711px|center|MediaMonkey Device Profile Sync Profile Manage Settings]] 
* '''Lookup Settings''' will take you to the [https://www.mediamonkey.com/addons/ MediaMonkey Addons website] so you can try to find a Device Profile for your device.
* '''Import Settings''' allows you to import an exported Device Profile.
* '''Export Settings''' allows you to export the settings of the current Device Profile. Note that Sync List settings are not included in the exported Device Profile.
* '''Reset Settings''' allows you to reset the Device Profile settings to their defaults.

==== File Locations ====

''(not available for [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|Apple]] devices as Apple uses its own filenaming convention)'' Under File Locations you can set how MediaMonkey should store the Media Files it syncs on the device. There are individual settings per [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Types|Type]] and you can use [[{{WebHelp:Links|Configuring_Directory_and_File_Formats}}|Masks]] to configure.[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Sync Profile File Locations.jpg|712px|center|Device Profile Sync Profile File Locations]] 
* ''Enforce use of the sync mask for files already on xxxx'' will rename files on the device according to the file naming settings, but this can slow Auto-Sync if lots of files have to be modified.
* ''Other locations on xxxx to scan for media files'', select which locations on the device MediaMonkey will scan for media files. This allows you to scan locations with files synced/copied/downloaded with other applications and will be compared with the Sync List to determine what files MediaMonkey needs to Sync during Auto-Sync.

==== Playlists ====

''(not available for [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|Apple]] devices)'' In the Playlist section you can set which additional Playlists should be synced and how Playlists should be created on the device. Generally the default settings will work, but if the device can't read the Playlists you may need to adjust the settings. Refer to the manufacturers documentation as to what Playlists are supported by the device.[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Sync Profile Playlists.jpg|714px|center|MediaMonkey Device Profile Sync Profile Playlists]]

=== Sync List (Device --> Library) ===

On the Sync List (Device --> Library tab) ''(not available for [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|Apple]] devices)'' you can configure MediaMonkey to sync content from your device to the MediaMonkey Library.[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Sync List to Library.jpg|657px|center|MM5 Device Profile Sync List to Library]] 
* ''Auto-sync playlists and new files from device to the PC'' will sync Playlists created and/or edited on the device and any media files on the device not in the MediaMonkey Library to the MediaMonkey Library. You can select which folders on the device to include in the sync of media files from the device to the MediaMonkey Library.
* ''Destination'' sets where files synced from the device to the MediaMonkey Library will be stored.
* ''Show confirmation dialog'' will show a confirmation before syncing any files from the device to the MediaMonkey Library.
* ''Auto-sync file metadata from the device to the PC'' will sync any tag changes made to files on the device back to the same files in the MediaMonkey Library.

=== Save Settings ===

Once you're done updating all the settings in the Device Profile click '''Apply''' in the Device Profile to save the changes. If you accidentally navigate away from the Device Profile MediaMonkey will prompt you to save the changes.

=== Auto-Sync ===

When your device is setup and the Sync List has been selected use '''Sync Now''' in the Device Profile to initiate Auto-Sync. MediaMonkey will now remove, update and sync new media files according to the settings in the Device Profile.
* Sync is only available when your device is connected via USB to your PC.
* [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Wifi Sync]] can't be initiated from MediaMonkey, it needs to be started from [[MediaMonkey for Android|MediaMonkey for Android]].
* [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}#Configure_iTunes_drivers_for_the_iPhone.2FiPod.2FiPad|Apple iOS devices require iTunes]] to be recognized by MediaMonkey.

== Disconnecting your Device ==

Make sure MediaMonkey has finished with the device before you try to disconnect the device. Some devices (like [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|non-iOS Apple]] and USB Storage devices) will have the option to ''Safely remove device'' in the right click Context Menu of the device in the Media Tree, whereas others (like [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Android]] and [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|Apple iOS]] devices) can be disconnected without safely removing first.

== Additional Android and Apple Device Instructions ==

Check out additional device specific instructions for:
* [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Android]] devices
* [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|iPhones, iPads and iPods]]

== Related ==

* [[MediaMonkey for Android|Help: MediaMonkey for Android Help]]
* [https://www.mediamonkey.com/support/knowledge-base/mediamonkey-device-sync/usb-sync-fails/ Knowledge Base: USB Sync with Android / MP3 Players fails]
* [https://www.mediamonkey.com/support/knowledge-base/mediamonkey-sync-iphone-ipod/mediamonkey-doesnt-recognize-apple-device/ Knowledge Base: MediaMonkey doesn’t Recognize my Apple Device]
* [https://www.mediamonkey.com/support/knowledge-base/mediamonkey-sync-iphone-ipod/copy-backup-files-from-an-apple-device/ Knowledge Base: Copy Files from an Apple Device to Your PC]

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== Introduction ==

MediaMonkey can Synchronize media files and associated metadata (Album Art, play history, etc.) with [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Android]] devices, [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|iPhones, iPads, iPods]] and other MP3 Players connected via USB, and USB Storage/Memory Cards/Internal Locations/Network Storage to your PC. MediaMonkey can do [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Wifi sync]] with [[MediaMonkey for Android|MediaMonkey for Android]]. Media files that are in formats that aren't supported can be [[{{WebHelp:Links|Auto-Conversion_Configuration}}|converted on the fly]], and Track Volumes leveled.

=== Preparing your Media Files ===

Sync will have the best result if your media files are [[{{WebHelp:Links|Editing_Track_Properties}}|well tagged]], have the correct [[{{WebHelp:Links|Album Art}}|Artwork]], and have [[{{WebHelp:Links|Editing_Album_Properties}}#Multiple_Artist_Albums|multiple Artist Albums]] tagged correctly. If you're syncing to a device that supports Replay Gain like [[MediaMonkey for Android|MediaMonkey for Android]] on [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Android]] devices and [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|Apple]] devices (MediaMonkey supports Apple Sound Check on Sync) you may want to make sure your files had their [[{{WebHelp:Links|Volume Leveling}}#Leveling_Playback_Volume|volume analyzed]].

=== How to Start Sync ===

Connect your device to your PC and MediaMonkey should recognize it ([[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}#Configure_iTunes_drivers_for_the_iPhone.2FiPod.2FiPad|Apple iOS devices require iTunes]]) and create a Device Profile for your device. This Device Profile is used to manage the settings for Syncing media files to your device. You can access your device in the [[{{WebHelp:Links|My Computer}}#Devices_&_Services|Devices & Services]] in the Media Tree. MediaMonkey creates a Device Profile for each memory in the device. For example an [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Android]] device with an SD card inserted will have a Device Profile for the internal memory ''(on the device)'' and the external memory ''(the SD card)''. You can sync to either or all Device Profiles for a device.

From the device sub-node it is possible to view/edit/delete/copy media files on the device (depending on the device and the plug-in used), and if the device has its own database, to update the device database. Note that files that appear in this node are ''not'' part of the Media Monkey Library.

=== Basics of Synchronization ===

There are 2 types of Synchronization:
*Automatic Synchronization (Auto-Sync): This is the simplest and most powerful means of device synchronization. Choosing this option syncs the Sync List to your device while also being able to delete files not in the sync selection from the device.
*Manual Synchronization: This is for one-time operations where you want to manually sync a selected Playlist or set of files to the device.

== Manual Synchronization ==

Select some files and right click on them or right click on a [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playlists}}|Playlist]] in the Media Tree and use ''Send To'' from the Context Menu. Select the device you want to Sync the selected files or Playlist to and that selection will be synced according to the settings (see Auto-Sync below) in the Device Profile for that device. This won't delete other files already on the device (use Auto-Sync for that). Any files that were manually synced will be removed by Auto-Sync unless the files are on the Sync List.

== Auto-Sync ==

Auto-Sync will sync the content you select in the Sync List to your device according to the settings in the Device Profile. [[MediaMonkey for Android|MediaMonkey for Android]] uses these settings as well when doing a [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Wifi sync]]. The important setting is selecting what should be synced on the ''Sync list (Library --> Device)'' tab. The Device Profile has the following settings:

=== Summary ===

On the '''Summary''' tab of the Device Profile there are a couple of settings on how MediaMonkey interacts with the device.[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Summary.jpg|713px|center|MediaMonkey Device Profile Summary tab]] 
* Click on the device name if you want to edit the name MediaMonkey displays for the device.
* ''Scan as soon as the device is connected'', when enabled MediaMonkey will scan for files on the device when you connect the device. Scanning will otherwise take place when needed by MediaMonkey.
*'' Auto-Sync as soon as the device is connected'', when enabled MediaMonkey will automatically start Auto-Sync as soon as the device is connected to your PC. This is useful if you generally don't modify the Sync List or other settings in the Device Profile.
* ''Automatically unmount device after Auto-Sync'' (available for certain devices), when enabled will unmount the device from your computer.

=== Sync List (Library --> Device) ===

The Sync List can be accessed on the '''Sync list (Library --> Device)''' tab of the Device Profile. This is where you select what should be synced from your MediaMonkey Library to the device. If you don't select anything Sync will still run, but won't Sync any content to your device. You can select:[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Sync List to Device.jpg|713px|center|MediaMonkey Device Profile Sync List to Device tab]] 
* An entire [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Collections|Collection]], or specific selections within a [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Collections|Collection]] like an Artist, Genre, Subscription or Series to be synced to the device.
* [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playlists}}|Playlists]] to be synced to the device. Auto-Sync will select all files selected through any selection in a [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Collections|Collection]] or a [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playlists}}|Playlist]].
For:
* ''Audio'' based [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Collections|Collections]] you can enable:
** ''Sync random subset of selected files up to target capacity'', which is useful if the Sync List selection exceeds the device's storage capacity. When enable a random selection of files from the Sync List selection will be synced. Sync random subset has 2 additional settings:
*** ''Sync higher-rated tracks more often'' will user Rating and use higher rated files more often when syncing a random subset.
*** ''Reserve xx MB of free space'' will allow you to keep some space free if your Sync List selection exceeds the device storage capacity and you're doing a random sync.
* ''Video'' based [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Collections|Collections]] you can set:
** to ''Sync'' All, x most recent or x oldest videos or unplayed videos.
* ''Podcast'' based [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Collections|Collections]] you can set:
** to ''Sync'' All, x most recent or x oldest videos or unplayed episodes.
The last settings pertain to what MediaMonkey should delete from the device on Auto-Sync.
* Enable ''Delete other files and playlists from xxx'' if you want MediaMonkey to delete files from the device during Auto-Sync. There are 2 options for deleting files:
** ''Unselected Library files'' will delete any files not on the Sync List selection that are in the MediaMonkey Library. This for example won't delete any files you have removed from MediaMonkey.
** ''All other media files'' will remove all media files from the device that aren't on the Sync List selection. This includes files not in the MediaMonkey Library that are found on the device. This option is needed if you want Auto-Sync to remove files from the device that you have removed from the MediaMonkey Library.
* ''Show confirmation dialog'', this is recommended to be enabled so that you can confirm file deletions before they're deleted from the device. There is no undo of file deletions done by Auto-Sync.

=== Sync Profile ===

The '''Sync Profile''' tab of the Device Profile contains settings on how MediaMonkey should sync files to the device.

==== Auto-Conversion ====

[[{{WebHelp:Links|Auto-Conversion_Configuration}}|Auto-Conversion]] (Rules, Supported Formats and Level Volume) will allow you to convert files in your MediaMonkey Library not supported by the device to a format that is supported by the device. [[{{WebHelp:Links|Auto-Conversion_Configuration}}|Auto-Conversion]] is fully explained [[{{WebHelp:Links|Auto-Conversion_Configuration}}|here]].

==== Tagging ====

In the tagging section you can have MediaMonkey change a few things like Artwork and multi-value fields for the synced files (doesn't affect the media files on your computer).[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Sync Profile Tagging.jpg|712px|center|MediaMonkey Device Profile Sync Profile Tagging]] 
* ''Sync all Artwork files to folders'', when enabled MediaMonkey will create Artwork images according to the preferences you set. This includes creating Artwork files for files with embedded Artwork on your computer. Select this if your device doesn't support embedded Artwork''
* ''Copy Artwork to file tags'', when enabled MediaMonkey will embed Artwork into the synced files. This includes embedding Artwork saved as Artwork files for files on your computer. Embedded Artwork generally gives less trouble when supported, but uses more space as the Artwork is saved in each Media File.
* '' Remove artwork from tags if larger than xxx KB'', when enabled will remove embedded Artwork when exceeds the user set size limit. This is useful if you have large Artworks embedded, but lack storage capacity on the device.
* ''Use only the first Genre when multiple Genre's exist'', enable this if your device doesn't support multiple Genre values.
* ''Use only the first value when multiple Artists / Composers exist'', enable this if your device doesn't support multiple Artist or Composer values.

==== Manage Settings ====

[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Sync Profile Manage Settings.jpg|711px|center|MediaMonkey Device Profile Sync Profile Manage Settings]] 
* '''Lookup Settings''' will take you to the [https://www.mediamonkey.com/addons/ MediaMonkey Addons website] so you can try to find a Device Profile for your device.
* '''Import Settings''' allows you to import an exported Device Profile.
* '''Export Settings''' allows you to export the settings of the current Device Profile. Note that Sync List settings are not included in the exported Device Profile.
* '''Reset Settings''' allows you to reset the Device Profile settings to their defaults.

==== File Locations ====

''(not available for [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|Apple]] devices as Apple uses its own filenaming convention)'' Under File Locations you can set how MediaMonkey should store the Media Files it syncs on the device. There are individual settings per [[{{WebHelp:Links|Playback Rules}}#Types|Type]] and you can use [[{{WebHelp:Links|Configuring_Directory_and_File_Formats}}|Masks]] to configure.[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Sync Profile File Locations.jpg|712px|center|Device Profile Sync Profile File Locations]] 
* ''Enforce use of the sync mask for files already on xxxx'' will rename files on the device according to the file naming settings, but this can slow Auto-Sync if lots of files have to be modified.
* ''Other locations on xxxx to scan for media files'', select which locations on the device MediaMonkey will scan for media files. This allows you to scan locations with files synced/copied/downloaded with other applications and will be compared with the Sync List to determine what files MediaMonkey needs to Sync during Auto-Sync.

==== Playlists ====

''(not available for [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|Apple]] devices)'' In the Playlist section you can set which additional Playlists should be synced and how Playlists should be created on the device. Generally the default settings will work, but if the device can't read the Playlists you may need to adjust the settings. Refer to the manufacturers documentation as to what Playlists are supported by the device.[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Sync Profile Playlists.jpg|714px|center|MediaMonkey Device Profile Sync Profile Playlists]]

=== Sync List (Device --> Library) ===

On the Sync List (Device --> Library tab) ''(not available for [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|Apple]] devices)'' you can configure MediaMonkey to sync content from your device to the MediaMonkey Library.[[File:Wiki-MM5 Device Profile Sync List to Library.jpg|657px|center|MM5 Device Profile Sync List to Library]] 
* ''Auto-sync playlists and new files from device to the PC'' will sync Playlists created and/or edited on the device and any media files on the device not in the MediaMonkey Library to the MediaMonkey Library. You can select which folders on the device to include in the sync of media files from the device to the MediaMonkey Library.
* ''Destination'' sets where files synced from the device to the MediaMonkey Library will be stored.
* ''Show confirmation dialog'' will show a confirmation before syncing any files from the device to the MediaMonkey Library.
* ''Auto-sync file metadata from the device to the PC'' will sync any tag changes made to files on the device back to the same files in the MediaMonkey Library.

=== Save Settings ===

Once you're done updating all the settings in the Device Profile click '''Apply''' in the Device Profile to save the changes. If you accidentally navigate away from the Device Profile MediaMonkey will prompt you to save the changes.

=== Auto-Sync ===

When your device is setup and the Sync List has been selected use '''Sync Now''' in the Device Profile to initiate Auto-Sync. MediaMonkey will now remove, update and sync new media files according to the settings in the Device Profile.
* Sync is only available when your device is connected via USB to your PC.
* [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Wifi Sync]] can't be initiated from MediaMonkey, it needs to be started from [[MediaMonkey for Android|MediaMonkey for Android]].
* [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}#Configure_iTunes_drivers_for_the_iPhone.2FiPod.2FiPad|Apple iOS devices require iTunes]] to be recognized by MediaMonkey.

== Disconnecting your Device ==

Make sure MediaMonkey has finished with the device before you try to disconnect the device. Some devices (like [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|non-iOS Apple]] and USB Storage devices) will have the option to ''Safely remove device'' in the right click Context Menu of the device in the Media Tree, whereas others (like [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Android]] and [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|Apple iOS]] devices) can be disconnected without safely removing first.

== Additional Android and Apple Device Instructions ==

Check out additional device specific instructions for:
* [[{{WebHelp:Links|Sync_MediaMonkey_with_an_Android_device}}|Android]] devices
* [[{{WebHelp:Links|iPod Synchronization}}|iPhones, iPads and iPods]]

== Related ==

* [[MediaMonkey for Android|Help: MediaMonkey for Android Help]]
* [https://www.mediamonkey.com/support/knowledge-base/mediamonkey-device-sync/usb-sync-fails/ Knowledge Base: USB Sync with Android / MP3 Players fails]
* [https://www.mediamonkey.com/support/knowledge-base/mediamonkey-sync-iphone-ipod/mediamonkey-doesnt-recognize-apple-device/ Knowledge Base: MediaMonkey doesn’t Recognize my Apple Device]
* [https://www.mediamonkey.com/support/knowledge-base/mediamonkey-sync-iphone-ipod/copy-backup-files-from-an-apple-device/ Knowledge Base: Copy Files from an Apple Device to Your PC]

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