ARCHOS Gmini XS 202 Mp3 Player
ARCHOS the global consumer electronics manufacturer and leader in portable digital entertainment solutions, has launched the new Gmini XS 202 pocket music player. The ultra compact 20 gigabyte(1) hard-drive-based audio player is now Microsoft(R) PlaysForSure(TM) download compatible, features a new blue screen and is the smallest 20 gigabyte audio player at the cost of a 4-gigabyte player. The Gmini XS 202 is an upgrade from the Gmini XS 200 released last year and is the perfect music companion to take up to 10,000 tracks on the go and in your pocket.
With its compact and elegant design, the Gmini XS 202 measures only 2.9" x 2.3" x 0.75" and is 4.2 ounces, yet offers the largest hard drive capacity for product of its size and price point. Presented with a blue-scale, 2" LCD screen and a trendy metallic cover, the latest in the ARCHOS Gmini product line gets 17 hours of battery life and offers an impressive list of features, including:
-- Supports MP3, WMA, WAV and protected WMA (PlaysForSure download) music files
-- Synchronizes with Windows Media(R) Player 9 or 10
-- Stores up to 10,000 songs(1) on a 20 gigabyte hard drive
-- Easy viewing on the blue-scale 2" LCD screen
-- Enables easy navigation, transfer and management of all music files from the PC or Macintosh
-- Connects to the stereo to play music throughout the home (with optional standard audio cable)
-- Enables easy organization of songs through the ARCHOS ARCLibrary, viewable by artist, genre, title and year (ID3 compatible)
-- Offers 17 hours of battery life(2)
-- Can rename, move, copy or delete files and make playlists on the device without using a PC
-- Offers a friendly icon-based graphical user interface
-- Connects via high-speed USB 2.0 for downloading and storing data files from a PC or Mac
"The Gmini XS 202 is an enhancement to our Gmini line of portable audio players, offering an exciting new blue screen and integration with Microsoft PlaysForSure music download programs and Windows Media Audio protected files," said Henri Crohas, ARCHOS chief executive officer. "The Gmini XS 202 is undoubtedly one of the most competitive audio players in the 20 gigabyte market and is the smallest of its kind at that capacity."
Access to Secure Music through Microsoft PlaysForSure(TM)
Music fans can fill their ARCHOS Gmini XS 202 with up to 10,000 songs from their own CD collections or tracks downloaded from the Internet. As a member of the Microsoft PlaysForSure program, tracks can be purchased from such online music stores as MSN Music, Napster, Musicmatch and Wal-Mart Downloads. The Gmini XS 202 will support the Microsoft PlaysForSure subscription services with a firmware update in the fall of this year. Microsoft PlaysForSure support also ensures easy integration with Windows Media Player 9 or 10, and the ability to play protected Windows Media Audio files.
Pricing and Availability
The ARCHOS Gmini XS 202 is available now at select retailers and online, and is priced at $249.95. The ARCHOS Gmini XS 202 comes standard with stereo headphones, USB 2.0 cable and power charger. Optional accessories include an audio cable for connecting to home stereo systems, car adapter, additional protective carrying cases, armband and a multi-standard power adapter for recharging the device while overseas. Additional product information and add-on accessories are available on the ARCHOS web site www.archos.com.
Specifications:
Capacity: 20 Go
Supported format: MP3 - WMA - WAV
Flow: 30 to 320 kbits/s
Interfaces and rate of transfer: USB 2.0 high flow (compatible USB 1.1)
Evolutions: Updates of the microsoftware (firmware) to download on www.archos.com
Screen: Retro screen LCD enlightened blue of 2"in gray level, 128 X 128pixels equipped with a blue rétroéclairage - 5 lines with characters and a bar of icons
Autonomy: Up to 17 hours
Food: Internal food: battery refillable Li-Ion.
External food: chargeur/adaptator
Weight: 120 G
Dimensions: 7.6 X 59 X 1.9 cm
Color of the frame: Gray - Silver
Audio connectors: Analogical stereo exit for ear-phones and exit line
Necessary system: PC: Windows 98 SE, ME, 2000 or XP.
Mac v.10.2.4,
Computer equipped with a port USB 2.0 compatible USB 1.1
Guarantee: 1 year
Stumble It! | Posted by Paul on July 7, 2005 3:17 AM
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