MP3 Player Question

I purchased the Diamond Rio 35S (128mb) for my wife last year. She likes it and she actually doesn't
use the arm strap that it came with and instead uses the belt clip. Pretty easy to use (you use
realplayer one to store your music and thir software to load it on the player. and it has an FM/AM
radio) The only problem is a big one. About two months ago the software/hardware crashed and we had
to swap the player for a new one. They did this without much of an argument so it must be a problem,
but I suspect the newer models have the bugs worked out. You also have to love dealing with customer
service based in India, that was easy for someone speaking English as a third language.

Hope this helps.

John C

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Do you have a recommendation? I saw that some have an armband and some do not. I would think that
an arm band is indispensible for running. However, I saw other places that sold just a generic arm
band that is supposed to work with MP3 Players (not of the CD variety). Any thoughts? Thanks.

(jm) said:

Do you have a recommendation? I saw that some have an armband and some do not. I would think that
an arm band is indispensible for running. However, I saw other places that sold just a generic arm
band that is supposed to work with MP3 Players (not of the CD variety). Any thoughts? Thanks.

Here we can only run in blue armbands, but they are illegal over the border in Conn. where red is
the preferred color.

In article said:

Do you have a recommendation? I saw that some have an armband and some do not. I would think that
an arm band is indispensible for running. However, I saw other places that sold just a generic arm
band that is supposed to work with MP3 Players (not of the CD variety). Any thoughts? Thanks.

I have the Nike/Phillips PSA player, and am very happy with it. Here are some of the things I
like about it:

(1) armband
(2) size (tiny and uses a single AAA battery)
(3) simplicity ( = less stuff that can break)
(4) magnets so you can clip the wires to your shirt (keeps them out the way)
(5) adequate capacity -- about 2hrs of music.

Cheers,
--
Donovan Rebbechi pegasus.rutgers.edu~elflordOpen ↗

I have a Sonic Blue Rio S50 128mb player. It came with a rechargeable battery that lasts me for
around 2 weeks a charge . . . and this is using it just about everyday for an hour or so - running,
lifting weights, yardwork, etc. It also came with a "clamshell" case that has a nice belt clip
that's big enough to not let it move on your waist band - it also protects it if you happen to drop
it. Software and player are both very easy to use. I highly recommend it.

Good luck,

Tom C.

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Do you have a recommendation? I saw that some have an armband and some do not. I would think that
an arm band is indispensible for running. However, I saw other places that sold just a generic arm
band that is supposed to work with MP3 Players (not of the CD variety). Any thoughts? Thanks.

Nike sucks.

Donovan Rebbechi said:

In article said:

Do you have a recommendation? I saw that some have an armband and some do not. I would think that
an arm band is indispensible for running. However, I saw other places that sold just a generic
arm band that is supposed to work with MP3 Players (not of the CD variety). Any thoughts? Thanks.

I have the Nike/Phillips PSA player, and am very happy with it. Here are some of the things I like
about it:

(1) armband
(2) size (tiny and uses a single AAA battery)
(3) simplicity ( = less stuff that can break)
(4) magnets so you can clip the wires to your shirt (keeps them out the way)
(5) adequate capacity -- about 2hrs of music.

Cheers,

Hi everyone!

MP3 PLAYERS (AND RECORDERS? WATCH OUT FOR MPE!)

Here's a msg I posted recently on a similar thread, actually I think this one is more relevant.

I have a few questions to ask other runners (and cyclists etc)

1 Does anyone other then me listen to classical music whilst exercising?

2 I make synth interpretations of class mus using MIDI files. Would anyone like to share them?

3 Can anyone reccommend a proper MP3 player / recorder. It must have the ability to record MP3 (NOT
MPE) and have either a bass boost button else user-configurable eq setting? (I suspect not - the
nanny state again)

4 Has anyone else heard of the DAH-700, that combines a HRM with MP3 player / MPE recorder? (I
had one, and would reccommended it if it had worked. Maybe one day they'll correct the silly
software errors)

5 Is digital FM HRM transmission worth paying extra for? (I suspect Yes)

I must explain MPE It's encoded MP3, intended to prevent the illegal distribution of
copyrighted material.

MPE means that whatever you record using the gadget is encoded and can only be played on the gadget
that recorded it. So you can copy your CDs (or someone else's) to your own player and play them on
that player only. You can also upload your MPEs to your PC and download them again but they will
only play ou Ur own eqpt.

It also prevents you from recording your own original stuff and sharing it with other people

It also means that if your player / recorder has to be replaced eg for faults covered my warrantee,
all the recordings you've made using it will be unplayable on your replacement player.

I can supply a little more about this and will if anyone shows any interest in this posting

Thanks Guys, anyone in Bracknell UK read this NG?

armbands? Having been a few competive running events I'll say its just your under arms that is a
factor here so go for the run its almost always just a head trip anyway people don't care only the
advertisers want to see their name brands on the clothing and shoes with bright colors they see on
display Remember the almost naked bare footed runners from India durning some of the old past
competions try a head band it keeps the sweat out of the eyes and some think it looks cool (so whats
it worth to you?) wear good running shoes stay 15 to 20lbs.under weight for the edge in winning
contests but we all know the fun and work is in the sport good luck in your future

Simon Beck said:

I must explain MPE It's encoded MP3, intended to prevent the illegal distribution of copyrighted
material.

MPE means that whatever you record using the gadget is encoded and can only be played on the gadget
that recorded it.

Sounds like a bad idea to me. Everybody should be using Ogg Vorbis instead of encouraging
technologies that will restrict their freedom. I find it offensive that big business is trying to
ram digital rights management down our throats - it's like they think we're all criminals or
something. Fortunately there are a number of devices that are beginning to support the Vorbis codec.

Malc

I have an iriver Mp3 player. It runs off one AA battery, holds about 4 hors of songs and it fits
perfectly in the change/key pocket of my running shorts which is actually better than any arm band
i've tried (althought i do have their arm band for colder runs).

jm said:

Do you have a recommendation? I saw that some have an armband and some do not. I would think that
an arm band is indispensible for running. However, I saw other places that sold just a generic arm
band that is supposed to work with MP3 Players (not of the CD variety). Any thoughts? Thanks.

The Rio Cali I just got a couple months ago is fantastic. Mediocre radio but excellent mp3 player,
very good software, water resistant, much lighter than the NikePSA piece of [censored] which broke on me
in September. I never use armband, just carry in hand, but it's soooo light that it is no burden at
all. -- Josh

I also use the Sonic Blue Rio S50 with a 256 mb Secure Digital card so it gives you 375 mb total.
You can put about 6 hours of music on it and the AM FM radio works decent when you are in a major
town. Mine has the belt clip case and I have never lost it running marathons.

Tom C. said:

I have a Sonic Blue Rio S50 128mb player. It came with a rechargeable battery that lasts me for
around 2 weeks a charge . . . and this is using it just about everyday for an hour or so - running,
lifting weights, yardwork, etc. It also came with a "clamshell" case that has a nice belt clip
that's big enough to not let it move on your waist band - it also protects it if you happen to drop
it. Software and player are both very easy to use. I highly recommend it.

Good luck,

Tom C.

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Do you have a recommendation? I saw that some have an armband and some do not. I would think that
an arm band is indispensible for running. However, I saw other places that sold just a generic
arm band that is supposed to work with MP3 Players (not of the CD variety). Any thoughts? Thanks.