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Lexar LDP-200 (1GB)

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  • Quick specs
  • Device type: Flash player
  • Flash memory installed: 1 GB
  • Digital player supported digital audio standards: MP3
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The good: Uses removable SD cards for storage; supports DRM-protected WMA files; easy to use for novices.

The bad: Thin feature list; somewhat slow transfer speeds.

The bottom line: The Lexar LDP-200 is a good choice for anyone looking for a simple player with a memory-expansion option.

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CNET editors' review

  • Reviewed on: 08/18/2005
There's a fine line between a player that's designed for ease of use and one that's simply skimpy on features. Lexar's LDP-200, fortunately, fits into the former category. The LDP-200 has no built-in memory and relies on removable Secure Digital (SD) cards for storage, which makes it simple to move your playlists to other devices. You can purchase the player with 256MB ($90, red), 512MB ($120, blue), or 1GB ($180, blue) cards. If you already have an SD card, you can purchase a red LDP-200 without memory for about $40 ($55 MSRP), making it an economical way to see whether an MP3 player is for you.

Make no mistake: The Lexar LDP-200 is intended for digital music newcomers or those who want a low-cost, no-frills, lightweight secondary device to use while working out. You can tell just from looking at the device that it's designed for simplicity. The only controls on the front are a power button, a playback/volume joystick, and a menu button. The left side features the SD card slot and a hold switch, while the right side sports the headphone and USB ports. The blue backlit screen is easy to read, and the menus are easy to navigate, largely because there are so few features to wade through.


The LDP-200 alongside the iPod Shuffle.

The Lexar LDP-200 plays MP3 and DRM-protected WMA files. You can connect the player to a PC with a USB cable and transfer songs via Windows Explorer. If you have a card reader, you can simply pop in the SD card and move files with Explorer. For DRM-protected WMAs, such as those purchased from Napster or Musicmatch, you'll have to use a USB connection and the sync feature in Windows Media Player.

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  • alaTest.com

    Editors' rating: 75

    Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 73 reviews of Lexar LDP-200 from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 55/100 and users 56/100. Comparing these reviews to 401954 other MP3 Players reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 75/100 = Good.

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  • goodgearguide.com.au

    Editors' rating: 50

    Summary: A good choice for those on a budget, but we would recommend spending a little more and getting a superior product.

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Lexar LDP-200 (1GB)