NEUROS AUDIO HD20GB MP3 Digital Audio Computer

NEUROS AUDIO HD20GB MP3 Digital Audio Computer
by Neuros Audio

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Manufacturer: Neuros Audio
Brand: Neuros Audio
Edition: Electronics
Model: 4010301
Publisher: Neuros Audio
Studio: Neuros Audio
Music Label: Neuros Audio
Product features:

20 GB hard drive-based digital audio player stores 5,000 songs
Wireless high-fidelity playback through any FM radio without wires or connectors
Compatible with MP3 VBR, OGG, WAV, and WMA formats
Record to MP3 or WAV from the onboard mic, through the line input, or from radio
Transfers files via USB 2.0; internal rechargeable battery has 10-hour battery life

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Digital camera Review: A decent MP3 player, but a great multipurpose recorder
Summary: 4 Stars

If you're reading this are probably interested in getting the Neuros MP3 player and multiformat recorder. I'll give you a few basics that may help you decide.

I bought this because I want a recorder that record FM channel and this unit could. But also that it could broadcast on an FM channel was an added bonus, and didn't require an additional part. Another feature that won me over was the line in recording. So I could record from an audio source using an eighth inch audio cable.

And here's a few things about this unit. It doesn't have a microphone preamp so you can't just run a microphone into it. You'll need to buy a preamp that is kind of a bummer. And the lowest MP3 you can record at is 64 K.

This is the bonus feature section!!!
One of the biggest reasons to get this player is that has open-source firmware (this means that the community of Neuros users can adjust the firmware that are released an ad features). This is already available through the garbage-branch firmware this firmware adds so much to the recorder is a must-have. Go to the Neuros web site and check out the user forum. There's tons of information. Also, this unit has the bonus feature of being able to record in wav (which is uncompressed audio). So you won't get any distortion by compression, and also it's able to record in ogg vorbis which again I believe is an open-source audio compression format that is lossless.

So, this unit has a lot going for it. I was able to record seven plus hours of FM radio. On one charge of the battery that was after I upgraded to the open-source firmware.

One quick note there many versions of the Neuros available. There is a 128 MB/256 MB Mini player, with those you can buy a backpack. That is actually just a laptop hard drive in a case, thus allowing you to add 20 to 100 gigs of hard drive space. No thing to note is that you cannot pop out the mini Neuros from the ones that do not have the flash memory inside. I hope that made sense, if not go to the Neuros web site.

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Summary of NEUROS AUDIO HD20GB MP3 Digital Audio Computer

Hard Drive Holds Thousands Of Songs Encoded At 128 Kbps. Use As A Portable Hard Drive To Hold Any Files. Intuitive Navigation. Digitally Enhanced Fm Tuner. Recording To Mp3 Format From Internal Microphone, Fm Tuner & Line Input. High-resolution, Backlit Lcd Display & Button Controls. 5 Programmable Preset Buttons. 10 Hours Of Continuous Playback With Rechargeable Li-ion Battery. Automatic Firmware & Software Upgrades. Dim: 5.3" X 3.1" X 1.3". Includes Earphones, Car Power Adapter, Wall Power Adapter, Usb Cable & Neuros Synchronization Manager Software. System Requirements: Microsoft Windows 98se/me/2000/xp.

The Neuros HD20GB isn't just an MP3 player--it's a portable digital audio computer, capable of storing thousands of songs, broadcasting them wirelessly to any FM radio, and recording music via either the built-in FM tuner, microphone, or line-in jack. The HD20GB can store 5,000 CD-quality songs (encoded at 128kbps) on its 20 GB hard drive and works seamlessly with the Neuros Synchronization Manager software on your Windows-based PC to synchronize your library and playlist changes. The Neuros HD player includes these exclusive, innovative features:

MyFi (My Frequency) digital tuning technology enables convenient wireless high-fidelity playback through any FM radio without wires or connectors. MyFi automatically scans and locates the least populated station available for transmission.
HiSi (Hear it, Save it) automatic song identification system records an audio sample from music heard on the radio and converts it to a digital fingerprint for identification and access on the Internet.
Neuros Synchronization System (NeurosSync) is the advanced operating system that automates the transfer of music/files from your PC to the Neuros player, and vice versa. It uses the Neuros Synchronization Manager software application as the conduit for information transfer, and allows management of complete PC library, including future downloads, playlist creation, and song deletions from the device itself.

The Neuros interface includes five programmable preset buttons, a large 128 x 128-pixel high-resolution display and a main scroll-button that allows for easy navigation of the userÕs entire music collection. In addition, an amber backlight display allows for clear visibility in daylight as well as low-light conditions.

It's compatible with MP3 VBR, OGG, WAV, and WMA formats, and transfers files via ultra-fast USB 2.0. You can also use the Neuros HD as a mass storage drive, enabling you to carry important documents and presentations. The Neuros HD player is compatible with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP. The rechargeable, non-replaceable batteries inside Neuros provide 10 hours of continuous playback. Other features include a removable backpace, which supports future hardware upgrades, and automatic firmware and software upgrades.

What's in the Box
Neuros HD20GB, ear bud headphones, belt clip, AC adapter, USB cable, car power adapter, CD-ROM with Neuros Synchronization Manager software, and printed instructions.