Installing the Power Music App on a New Device

Many users are upgrading to a new computer as their current PC/Mac reaches the end of its life. This guide explains how to install Power Music on your new device and transfer your songs, playlists, and other data.

Your Product Key

Before you begin, check your existing Power Music licence(s) using the FAQ below.

Please note: Product Keys are platform-specific. For example, a Windows Product Key cannot be used on a Mac or iPad.

You can download the latest version of Power Music here.

Transferring Your Songs and Playlists

There are three ways to transfer your songs, playlists, annotations, and notes to a new device.

If you are moving to a different platform (for example, Windows to Mac or iPad), you must use Method 2 – Power Music Box.

Method 1: Backup and Restore (Power Music Professional)

You’ll need a USB flash drive, external hard drive, or a shared folder on a NAS.

1. On your current computer, open Power Music and select File > Backup.
2. Save the backup to your external storage.
3. On your new computer, install Power Music.
4. Select File > Restore and choose the backup you created.

Important: Backup and Restore only works between devices running the same platform. For example, Windows to Windows.

Mac and iPad users: Backup and Restore is also available in the Mac and iPad editions of Power Music for transferring data to another Mac or iPad.

Method 2: Power Music Box (Cloud Storage)

Power Music Box is the easiest way to transfer your music library and is the only method that works between different platforms, such as Windows, Mac, and iPad.

1. Sign in to your Power Music Box account on your current device.
2. Upload your songs, playlists, and other data.
3. Sign in to the same account on your new device.
4. Download your library.

If you have a Free or Starter account and a large music library, you may need to upload your files in several batches.

If you have a Power User or Lifetime Power Music Box account, you’ll have plenty of storage space for your entire library.

Method 3: Copy the Cambron Software Folder

You’ll need a USB flash drive, external hard drive, or a shared folder on a NAS.

1. Open your Documents folder on your current computer.
2. Copy the entire Cambron Software folder to your external storage.
3. On your new computer, paste the folder into the Documents folder.

This method transfers all of your Power Music data, but it also copies additional files that aren’t essential, such as database backups and files from previous installations.

Power Music is now a very “mature” product. It has been under constant development since 2007! This FAQ will help you find out all you need to know about the version of Power Music you are using and how to manage your Power Music licence.

FAQ: Keeping Track of your Product Key Licences

What are the current editions of Power Music?

• Power Music Professional 5.2.3.10 (Windows)
• Power Music Essentials 5.2.3.0 (Windows, Free for personal use only)
• Power Music Mac 1.6.7 (Apple)
• Power Music App 2024.1 (iPad and iPhone, Free with in-app purchase)
• Power Music Accessible Format 1.0.2.8 (Windows)

How do I find out which version I am running?

Launch Power Music. To find the version you are running:

• Windows: Go to Help/About
• Mac: Go to the Power Music menu item/About Power Music
• App: Go to Settings/About Power Music

How do I update to the latest version?

If you are not running the latest version and you decide you want to update:

• Windows: If you get the red update message on the menu bar of Power Music click the link. If you are running a very old version and don’t see the red message, read this article: March 2022 Update
• Mac: Go to the Power Music menu item/Check for updates
• App: If you have automatic updates switched on you should have the latest version, otherwise go to Apple App Store, search for “Power Music” and choose Update.

How many devices am I licenced to use Power Music on?

• Windows: With the standard Product Key you can install Power Music Professional or AF on 2 PCs, which you or your organisation own.
• Mac: With the standard Product Key you can install Power Music Mac on up to 5 Macs, which you or your organisation own.
• App: You can install Power Music on any iPad/iPhone which uses your Apple ID.

How do I know how many devices I am running Power Music on?

• Windows and Mac: Visit the Power Music website and go to Support. Choose Manage my Product Key. Enter either your Product Key or an Activation Code to display details.
• App: There is no method of doing this.

Can I upgrade my licences in my Product Key?

Product Keys are specific to the platform (Windows or Mac) and cannot be used on multiple platforms.

• Windows: Visit the Power Music website and go to Support. Choose Manage my Product Key. On this page you can purchase additional licences which will be added to your Product Key.
• Mac: Adding licences to your Product Key is not possible. To use more than 5 Macs purchase an additional Product Key.
• App: Unlimited installs are permitted on the same Apple ID.

Can I re-use licences from devices I no longer in use?

• Windows and Mac: You can only free up licences from devices that are either scrapped or where you have uninstalled Power Music. Contact us by email or phone with details of the installation (Activation Code) you want disabled.

If you have any other questions about the use of Power Music Product Keys please contact us either by sending an email to our Support Desk: [email protected] or by Phone (UK office hours) +44 (0)1355 246832