DLO Action Jacket for Creative Zen Vision: M (Black)

by DLO

Product Details

• Item Weight: 7 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000GLNCK8
• Item model number: 005-3000
• Average Customer Review: 2.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The ultimate case for the active Creative Zen Vision: M owner, the DLO Action Jacket lets you haul along your favorite audio player everywhere you go. The case, which is made of a cushioned neoprene material, is perfect for running, walking, cycling, or lifting weights at the gym, as it securely holds your Vision: M in place as you listen. The stylish, padded case also features a play-through design that fully protects the Vision: M's screen and housing from dirt, sweat, and dings while still offering easy access to all the controls. And users will love the case's on-the-go options, which include a comfortable, workout-ready armband that fits any arm size--from toothpick to python-- and a belt clip that securely attaches to a belt or shirt pocket and rotates 180 degrees for a perfect "hip-side" fit. A seamless balance of function and style, the Action Jacket is backed by a 90-day warranty.

What's in the Box
Action Jacket, armband, belt clip.

Product Description

Action Jacket for the Creative Zen Vision M, A Black Sport-ready neoprene workout case for the Creative Zen Vision M, includes armband and belt clip.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Can't recommend, October 4, 2006

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dltstl "dltstl" (Oakland, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DLO Action Jacket for Creative Zen Vision: M (Black) (Electronics)

I was initially fairly hyped on this case, even though I experienced problems right from the start. As soon as I put it on, my player became non-functional. After an extended period of frustration, I realized that the case was so tight that it was pressing the buttons down. OK, I figured time and some work at stretching would fix that.

Well... sort of. After a couple of months now, the button issue is maybe 95% resolved, but I still have problems with the My Shortcut button--pressing this through the case tends to also depress the Back button. It's a real PITA when I'm trying to change the EQ and it suddenly starts doing crazy things. Also, the vinyl screen cover (which extends down around the touchpad under the neoprene) is under such strain from the pull of the tight fit that it has started to pucker up around the touchpad. This is not only unsightly and uncomfortable, it allows dirt etc to get in under the cover.

I heard people complaining about the case scratching the ZVM, but I blew this off at first. I'm not really that anal about scratches, and who cares what's under the cover if you can't see it? But I just took the cover off, and there is a VERY obvious chevron-shaped gouge around the touchpad that traces the edge of the vinyl screen protector. Geez, a case is supposed to protect the player, not actively damage it!

The screen protector starts sticking to the screen, creating a blob in the center. It kind of makes it look like it's wet under the cover, distorting the image. And the button for the belt clip sticks out quite a bit--I thought they were all like this, but I've since seen better designs. Oh, and the velcro on the back is twice as wide as the strap that attaches to it, so there's like a half inch of scratchy exposed velcro across the bottom of the back of the case that makes it very uncomfortable to hold.

The case covers up all the lights on the player--both the button lights and the light at the top. Not a huge deal, but I did like being able to see the top light to tell at a distance if it was done charging. Also, there is not cut-out for the power button. Instead there is a little oval that tells you about where under the case the power button is, and you have to try to manipulate it under the neoprene. As the button has to be pushed fairly far to turn on, it's not so easy. It often takes me more than one try to turn my player on.

There are some pluses: I like the belt clip (although I wish it didn't stick up so far and poke me when I'm sitting down) and the armband is a nice one--didn't think I'd use the armband at all, but it turns out to be handy. I like having the front open (as opposed to the flip-top cases) so that I can easily reach down and adjust the volume when I'm wearing it. The velcro strap opens easily to attach the synch adapter, but I'm sure it wouldn't fit in the dock if you bought one of those.

I'll keep using mine, since it's already scratched my player and I'm kind of stuck with the thing now. It does have the features I need, but those are outweighed by the negatives--especially stupid ones that could have been easily avoided, like the velcro. At the very least, if you still want to get this, put something like a BSE skin under it.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars I cut a hole in mine, December 29, 2006

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N. Green (Norfolk, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DLO Action Jacket for Creative Zen Vision: M (Black) (Electronics)

Everyone is right. This thing is extremely poorly designed. That said I bought this at Best Buy and am stuck with it. The problems that I had with this thing were the beginnings of scratches on my screen and having no cutout for the power button. So I bought myself a screen protector and cut a hole in the top of this jacket. Not particularly attractive but I made the best out of a bad situation. The armband is terrible (it doesn't fit!) but the belt clip is nice. I'll use it around the house but might use something prettier for venturing outdoors!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars would have none if it was offered....., December 18, 2006

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Bradley Wiser (KY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DLO Action Jacket for Creative Zen Vision: M (Black) (Electronics)

ditto for everything that's written below. i purchased this item and returned it today. best thing about the item is the packaging it comes in allows you to return it without a restocking fee as it just snaps open and close. very disappointed.

again the cons:

1. fits so snug that it keeps buttons pushed down not allowing you to do much of anything.

2. there's not a cut out for the power button on top making it almost impossible to turn off.

3. it's pretty expensive at 25-35 to have all these pitfalls.