Memorex MMP8500 Biomorph - digital player / radio

Description: The Memorex MMP8500 is a 128 MB, flash player.Compared to other flash MP3 players on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $20.

Pros: This unit comes with a radio tuner.An available SD memory card slot allows even more storage.

Cons: Comes with a disappointing 90 days warranty.A one year warranty is more typical among MP3 players.

Suitability: A flash MP3 player, suited for bringing quite a few songs with you.Listen to your favorite local stations on this radio equipped player.Comes with equalizer presets to easily tailor your listening experience.According to the manufacturer this player will last approximately 10 hour(s) between charges; your run-time will vary based on use and power management configuration.

Value: Given its very inexpensive price, this MP3 player has great features for the money.

Suggestions: If you don't totally love the headphones that came with your MP3 player, you might find aftermarket headphones that better suit your needs.

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• Manufacturer: Imation Enterprises Corp.
• Part Number: MMP8500

• General

• Product type Digital player / radio
• PC interface(s) supported USB
• Signal-to-noise ratio 85 dB
• Flash memory installed 128 MB Integrated
• Digital storage None
• Weight 1.2 oz
• Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.5 in x 0.9 in x 2.8 in
• Included accessories Arm band

• Carrying Case

• Case type None

• Digital Player / Recorder

• Supported digital audio standards MP3, WMA, MPEG 1 Audio, MPEG 2 Audio, MPEG 2.5 Audio
• Response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
• Supported bit rate 8 - 320 Kbps
• ID3 tags support Yes

• Built-in Display

• Audio system built-in display LCD
• Backlight display Yes

• Audio Features

• Sound output mode Stereo
• Timer Standby, Stopwatch
• Additional features Hold button, Upgradeable firmware, Battery level indication

• CD System

• CD system type None

• Equalizer

• Equalizer factory preset qty 6
• Equalizer factory presets Pop, Jazz, Rock, Normal, U-bass, Classic

• Radio

• Tuner type Digital Radio tuner
• Auto preset memory Yes
• Tuner bands FM
• Antenna form factor Headphone cord FM
• Tuning display LCD display

• Remote Control

• Remote control None

• Headphones

• Headphones type Binaural Ear-bud
• Sound output mode Stereo
• Connectivity technology Wired

• Connectivity

• Cable(s) included USB cable -
• Connector type 1 x USB, 1 x Headphones Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
• Slot(s) provided 1 x SD Memory Card

• Battery / Power

• Battery 1 x Alkaline AAA type Standard battery
• Mfr estimated battery life 10 hour(s)
• Power device type None

• System Requirements

• Operating system Apple MacOS X, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition

Imation Enterprises Corp.

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.imation.com/
• Address: 1 Imation Place, Oakdale, MN.
• Phone: 1-888-466-3456
• Email: info@imation.com
• Fax: 1-888-704-4200