Import iTunes Library to Creative Xtr

Hi all,
I have a creative Xtra MP3 Player. Like many others I don't like Mediasource (The guy that designed it should be sent to Siberia or so). That's why I use iTunes on my WIN PC. My question:
Can I import the iTunes library on my Creative Xtra (which I do like)?
Thanks in advance,
Fred

Nope. iTunes won't interface with the Xtra.
There's various other software you can use to copy tracks to the Xtra, listed here in the Zen FAQ at Nomadness.net.Message Edited by SSR on 05-04-2005 04:36 AM

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