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RCA Lyra RD2317FM 1 GB Digital Audio Player with FM Transmitter |  | Brand: Thomson
Category: CE
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Rating:  9 reviews
Sales Rank: 97122
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 1.5 x 1.1 x 3.3
MPN: RD2317FM
Model: RD2317FM
UPC: 044319503456
EAN: 0044319503456
ASIN: B000BK2ERQ
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| Features:
| • | Lightweight digital audio player with large control buttons and LCD | | • | 1 GB flash memory holds 16 hours of MP3 and 32 hours of WMA audio; expandable via SD cards | | • | Compatible with MP3, WMA, and secure WMA | | • | FM tuner with record capability and voice recorder; line-in recording to MP3 | | • | Powered by single AAA batter for up to 20 hours of battery life |
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Product Description
mp3, WMA, WMA DRM Playback / Up to 1 GB Flash Memory with optional memory card slot expansion / Full Accessory Kit Included / Backlit LCD Screen Multiple Recording Options - Voice Record, Line-In Record and FM Record Listen to several hours of audiobooks, newspapers, audio magazines or radio programs. Built-in up to 1 GB Memory Expansion Slot for SD or MMC Memory Cards Compatibility - MP3, WMA, WMA DRM Battery Life (Continuous Playback) - Up to 20 Hours System Requirements - PC Processor 500 MHz or higher, Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP, Mac Operating System OS X-Ver.10.1.5 or Higher, Internet Navigator, Explorer 4.0 or Higher, 100MB Hard Disk Space for Software Only, CD Driver Capability, Digital Audio Extraction, USB Port, Sound Card, 16 Bit Color Video Card Dimensions - Width 1.46 x Height 3.3 x Depth 1.1 inches Weight - 0.08 pounds
Amazon.com Product Description
Nicely lightweight and easily pocketable, the RCA Lyra RD2317 flash memory digital audio player goes with you wherever you roam and offers 1 GB of storage. And unlike many of today's palm-sized players, it features large, easily accessible and intuitive controls as well as a good-sized, dual orientation LCD (which also lets you choose between red, blue, or purple backlighting). It comes with both a neck strap and a belt clip for easy transport. It has 1 GB of flash memory storage and playback capability for both MP3 and WMA, and it's also compatible with DRM-protected WMA files from online stores or subscription services (including Audible.com). The 1 GB memory will store approximately 8 hours of CD-quality MP3 tracks (encoded at 128 kbps) or 16 hours of WMA tracks (at 64 kbps). You can also expand the Lyra's memory with optional Secure Digital (SD) and MMC memory cards. In addition to digital audio playback, the Lyra also has a built-in FM tuner (with 20 presets) featuring an FM record function, enabling you to capture your favorite songs and programs to MP3. It also has a voice recorder for short notes to yourself and line-in jack for direct recording capability from external sources such as a cassette deck or CD player. It connects to PCs via an ultra-fast USB 2.0 connection, and will easily connect with both Windows and Mac-based computers. It's powered by a single AAA battery, which provides up to 20 hours of continuous usage. What's in the Box
1 GB RCA RD2317 digital audio player, USB cable, line-in cable, belt clip, neck strap, clip earphones, AAA battery, installation CD-ROM, printed operating instructions
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 9
 THRU-HIKERS!!! You need this MP3 player December 17, 2007
Jamierae Kitchens (Alabama)
I bought this for the trail. It was nearly impossible to find an MP3 player that runs on batteries, is water-resistant, durable, uses cards and has FM radio! This one is all of those things.
I won't disagree that it takes a hot second to figure out, but heck, what else are you going to do on the trail?
This is really a nifty little thing to have. Another thru-hiker owned one and recommended it to me...and I'm getting one for my hiking husband! They are great!
 Everything you want for a good price February 20, 2007
Schnitz (Austin, TX)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I received my player about a month ago, and so far, am very pleased. The radio reception for me has been great, and the FM transmitter was flawless the 3 times I've used it in my car. It has been easy to download songs onto it. I also love that it is small, sporty, and gives the option to wear a lanyard or use the belt clip.
Drawbacks would be that (as everyone else has said), you can't pick up with the song you left off at, even during the same session (i.e. you can't switch from the radio back to your songs without being stuck at the top of your song list). Second, it does take some time to figure out how to work it since the directions aren't great. Third, it is slow when you are maneuvering through the menu.
All in all, for what I wanted, it's great. I mainly like to listen to the radio or certain artists from my CDs that I'm in the mood for. I also wanted the ability to record the radio since I don't have an extensive CD collection (but I haven't used that feature yet). The FM transmitter is also a good bargain here since you would have to pay a good amount to add one on to any other MP3 player with these same features. I researched the right MP3 player for me for 2 months and it all came down to this one. I am very happy with it so far.
 Fine product while it worked !! January 12, 2007
Castiglioni Andres (Montevideo, URUGUAY)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Very nice designed mp3 player with many good features for its price. The only problem is that it lasted 3 days !!!
The manual reccomended to update the device to the last firmare version available at RCA's website, I performed the procedure and the device went dead with no recovery.
I'm waiting RCA to give me a new one...
Great features, good price, decent quality. November 8, 2006
B. Rana (Brooklyn, NY USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I am using it since several months. I agree with most of the other reviews. I am not a big msuic buff and had not had many players before to comare it with. But what else do you want in this price?
Menus are slow and not very easy to use. Menus orientation changed upside down makes it very conveneint to use your thumb to navigate.
Battery life is not great, i use NiMth betteries those are considered quite long lasting but with me a battery lasts hardly one, long, NYC commute. May be I used to keep adjusting volume/chaning stations constantly and that makes the light turn on and that consuems more battery?
Radio reception is not great, a lot of noise and not many stations that i can receive in Manhattan and Linden blvd area in Queens. By the way I noticed when in a bus, if engine is idling, like at a bus stop, recption is poorer and when bus is moving and engine is reving reception improves! the FM tramsitter for car that came with it is nice.
voice recorder is quite sensitive. I used that to record a lecture in a big hall from a distance and it was understadnable when played back.
Ear buds seems fine and comfortable though i used only once. I used my aiwa ear buds and now i use Shure ear buds to supress subway noise.
Great features. all that i wanted. radio, voice recorder, SD memory expansion, I have not tested but someone mentioned we can use up to 1gb card with it. Record from radio. Line in is great. I converted my audio books to MP3s using line in. Belt clip, neck cord and nice software bundled, i still have to download one free audio book! . Besides battery life, i am very happy.
Good player overall - lacks some intuitiveness... August 16, 2006
S. Bradley (Atlanta, GA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I bought this player for a friend hiking the Appalachian Trail. He needed specific features: runs off replaceable batteries (not internal), memory card expandable, a long battery life and is compatible with Windows 2000. After reviewing at least 50 MP3 players, I decided this model fit the bill perfectly.
Pros:
1GB internal memory - ample start.
Supports memory cards up to 512MB.
Volume levels are sufficent.
Lightweight, sturdy, ergonomic design.
Three color backgrounds available - display is BRIGHT at night - works as a nice ad-hoc flashlight.
Display orientation - can be changed so controls are at the top or bottom.
Voice record feature - great for recording notes, thoughts, etc.
Key lock - keeps you from accidentally switching tracks, menus, etc.
Software - easy to load, use and get started!
Preloaded with the DaVinci Code - kinda cool. Also came with a giftcard for two free books from audible.com.
Cons:
Menus aren't very intuitive at all. It takes some experimenting to figure out where you are/how to get where you want.
The manual is only *moderately* helpful - it doesn't adequately explain the features or functionality - annoying! Also, the manual is PDF only.
When viewing tracks it scrolls slowly so you have to wait awhile to see the name of the track playing. This is especially annoying if the file includes the artist/album/song name.
Shuffle feature seems to shuffle in predictable order...
I had and used this player for almost 4 weeks before I mailed it to my friend - and it was my first experience with a portable MP3 player. Most of my time with it was spent on loading songs and recording voice tracks. I didn't spend lots of hours actually using it. My friend has had it on the Trail for about a week and so far seems happy with it. I'll report back on battery life, other functionality issues as I hear back from him.
Overall, it's a nice, affordable alternative with pleasing features.
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