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i've tried everything and i can't seem to do it. does anyone know how i can use my own mp3s as ringtones on the k790?
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Posted: 2006-12-19 20:17:45
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try this: highlight the mp3, more, use as, ringtone

let us know!
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Posted: 2006-12-19 21:12:24
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perhaps your phone has some lock for custom MP3, like DRM ? meaning you can only use those MP3 you bought and downloaded from the internet.
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Posted: 2006-12-19 21:31:56
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i figured it out actually. i had a problem sending the songs over using usb after converting to drm (i guess it doesn't like copy/paste too much). once i used bluetooth, it worked fine.

thanks for the attempted help though
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Posted: 2006-12-19 21:43:49
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any doubt, any question, we're here to help
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Posted: 2006-12-19 21:56:59
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I'm having a similar problem, and im wondering what file converter you used to convert mp3 to DRM?
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Posted: 2007-08-01 09:47:49
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MP3 ring tones / ring tunes on branded Sony Ericsson K790/K790a/K790i

I have seen a number of posts online re: how to use MP3s as ring tones / ring tunes on the Sony Ericsson K790. The response to most people's inquiries is to de-brand your phone, however there are lots of people out there that don't want to tinker that much or risk losing their warranty.

Below is a solution for branded phones (I'm using a Rogers phone, freshly purchased).

Overall: The two key things to successfully transferring over your MP3s for use as ring tones, alarms, etc. is (1) converting them to DRM files, and (b) using the Sony Ericsson File Manager software and dragging the DRM files simply to your phone, not the Phone Memory or Memory Stick folders. Here are the detailed instructions for Windows-based PCs.

1. Install the Sony Ericsson DRM Packager software (http://developer.sonyericsson.com/site/global/docstools/misc/p_misc.jsp)
2. Install the Sony Ericsson PC Suite software (included on the CD that came with your phone)
3. Open the Sony Ericsson DRM Packager software
4. Go to the Options menu -> Configuration
5. Change the DRM Method to 'forward-lock'
6. (optional) Specify an Output directory where your DRM files will be saved
7. Press OK
8. Click the 'Add...' button
9. Select one or more MP3 files on your computer
10. Ensure the Output Directory is specified at the bottom of the window
11. Click the 'Create DRM Content' button
12. An alert will pop up when the files have been converted
13. Connect your phone to your computer with your USB cable (I am unable to provide instructions for Bluetooth)
14. On your phone, you will be prompted to select File Transfer, Phone Mode or Print. DO NOT select any of the above, just leave the phone how it is.
15. Open the Sony Ericsson PC Suite software. It should specify that your phone is connected in Phone mode. If not, your phone is not connected properly.
16. Open the File Manager in the Sony Ericsson PC Suite software
17. On the left side of the File Manager window, you should see your cell phone listed in the Sony Ericsson File Manager folder. Click your phone name.
18. On the right side of the File Manager you should see the Phone Memory and/or Memory Stick listed. DO NOT double click either of these, just leave the window how it is.
19. Open the Output Directory that you specified in step 6 or 10 above (i.e. using My Computer / Windows Explorer)
20. Drag ONE DRM file from your Output Directory (just one file, not multiple files) to the right side of the Sony Ericsson File Manager window. This will start the file transfer and you will notice the progress on your phone's screen.
21. A few seconds after the file transfer has completed, your phone will prompt you: "Saved in Music in phone memory. Use now?" You can select either Yes or No. At this point the file has been transferred successfully to your phone and you will be able to select it as a ring tune, alarm, etc.
22. Repeat steps 20-21 with as many files as you would like. You can later move them into other folders on your phone, or to your memory stick. They do not need to stay in the Music folder.
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Posted: 2007-08-17 06:54:25
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here's a thread with a guide: Complete guide for having mp3 ringtones on branded phones
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Posted: 2007-08-17 13:42:08
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You can also try this free tool www.makeownringtone.com
I've never seen anything easier for this task.

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Posted: 2007-08-22 23:16:54
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