Brand NameRio
Number of Items1
Product Specifications
Capacity: 128 MB
Technical Details
Capacity: 128 MB
- 128 MB of memory for over 2 hours of MP3 or 4 hours of WMA music
- Secure Digital card/MMC expansion slot provides up to 512 MB of additional memory
- 5-band adjustable equalizer with pre-sets
- 18-hours of continuous playback with one AAA battery
- Compatible with computers with USB 1.1 ports running Windows 98 SE, 2000, ME, XP, Mac OS X
Product DetailsCapacity: 128 MB
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Product Description
Capacity: 128 MB
From the Manufacturer
Wrapped in grippy, protective rubber, the Cali 128 is built to play hard. Solid-state electronics carry over 30 songs* with no skips -- ever. Comfortable Sport Clip earphones, case with armband, and integrated stopwatch with lap timer make the Cali a functional sport accessory. 5-band adjustable equalizer gives more control over your sound than most players. Onboard FM tuner means you always have something to listen to. An empty expansion slot allows you to add up to 512 MB of additional SDTM or MMCTM memory. Simple menus and intuitive controls make for easy one-handed operation.
Features :
- 128 MB of memory plays back over 2 hours of MP3 or 4 hours of WMA music (over 30 MP3 or 60 WMA songs)*
- Expansion slot to add up to 512 MB additional memory using SD or MMC cards (sold separately)
- USB 1.1 connects to almost any computer
- Transfer content between multiple PCs
- 18-hour continuous playback using one Energizer AAA Battery
- 5-Band adjustable equalizer with pre-sets
- Rio Cali 128
- Carrying Case with Armband
- Sport Clip Earphones
- 1 Energizer AAA Alkaline Battery
- USB Cable
- Installation Disk
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Card
Product Description
Model 90260469 Onboard FM tuner means you always have something to listen to. An empty
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
33 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:128 MB
I was looking for a flash mp3 player to use while exercising and mowing the lawn -- and, of course, to have another neat little gadget. I have been shopping around for about a year and came across the new line of Rios that came out this past fall. The Cali looked like it fit the ticket and it seemed to get favorable reviews almost everywhere I looked. So, I started to pack away some cash in my piggy bank to get one. I'm glad I did.
Here's what I like about it. First, it's a flash player so it won't skip. Sure, 128MB (or 256MB) will not hold nearly as much music as an x-GB hard drive-based player, but who needs to carry their whole music collection around on their hip? With 128MB I can carry 4 hours of WMA files around with me in a smaller, lighter and less expensive package. This is plenty of room to accompany me on a riding mower or a long car or plane trip. Second, as I mentioned, the Cali is sleek and light. The controls are easily accessible and intuitive. The joystick is a little quirky sometimes, but still easily managable. Third, it sounds great and has plenty of volume -- with another set of headphones. When I first fired up the Cali I thought it sounded okay. Then, I invested in some Sony headphones and now it sounds great. Fourth, the memory is expandable if you want to pack more than 4 hours of music on the device. Fifth, the software is VERY easy to use. Transfering songs back and forth between Cali and PC is a snap. You can even control the order the songs play on the device by creating playlists. Sixth, the Cali uses only one AAA battery. Moreover, it can use either alkaline OR rechargeable NiMH. So, I plopped down five bucks at Wal-Mart for a pair of NiMHs. Now, I should be able to go longer between battery changes and shouldn't have to buy anymore batteries for about three years!
Now, here's what could make the Cali even better. First, the documentation and help that comes with it are sub-par. They barely give you enough info to get the thing up and running. The web site help isn't much more extensive. I have read that the tech support is good, but I haven't had an opportunity to use it yet. Second, there is no mp3 encoder with the software. Sure, there are about a million other apps that come with it, but come on. If you want me to use your equipment don't make me have to access three or four apps just to do so. Third, it would be nice if you could load the drivers without having to load the music management software. If I could load the drivers only I wouldn't have to stop using my other digital music apps or take up more space on my PC. Fourth, it is USB 1.1. This is almost inexcusable. USB 2.0 technology has been out long enough that it should be standard on any new devices. Fifth, you cannot load an expansion card without taking the battery out. This would not be so bad except that when you take the battery out all of the info you have stored on the Cali goes with it. Many portable devices, such as PDAs, will have a way to keep data in memory for a period of time between battery changes. This would be a nice feature for the Cali as well. Sixth, the belt clip and arm band are a little cheap. The belt clip is secure enough if you don't actually clip it to a belt and the arm band is an absolute horror to thread through the clip.
Well, that's about it. If you're in the market for a flash-based mp3 player, save your pennies and get a Cali. It's fun, flexible, and functional.
41 of 44 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:128 MB
Looked all over for a mp3 player to replace my mpio-dmk which gave out after a year. I use mine almost exlusively for working out, especially jogging. I know of almost no one who uses armbands, clipping the player to a waistband works much better, and looks less goofy. Even though mp3 players have been out for years now the clips and attachments are still often made as an afterthought, and rarely well documented on the internet, or in the cases at the store. A case in point is the RCA Lyra rd1080, which I returned for the cali. Buying the cali was still an act of faith since there were no pictures of the "sports armband" that came with it. Anyhow, I've only had it for a few days but here is what I like about it:
1. It comes with a "holster" with a metal clip that attaches tightly to the player without covering any controls except the usb attachment. Perfect for jogging, it is lightweight, and the joystick works well enough for advancing tunes while on the move. Volume controls also very easy to use, even when running. Also seems solidly made, hope it will last.
2. The sd slot cannot be accessed without removing the battery, so it is impossible to take it out with the power on. This also makes the slot well sealed. Smart design.
3. Navigation to fm tuner and other features is straightforward.
All in all good first impressions. Recommended for runners
41 of 47 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:256 MB|Amazon Verified Purchase
I've used this Rio Cali 256 for a few months now, and it plays awesome! I added a 512MB SD card and can fit 13 hours of MP3 music and play it all on 1 battery! The Music Manager application is good for categorizing and transfers, but I used another application to rip my CD collection. You have to use the Rio Taxi if you want to transfer data files, it does not show up in Windows explorer as a drive letter. Taxi is a very tempermental application. When trying to transfer large files (over 8MB) via drag and drop it crashes. It seems to work when right-clicking the large file and choosing Save Item As, then picking the folder where you want to copy it to. Really large files (over 100MB) don't seem to copy at all; the application times out. Can't understand how I copied a 165MB file to the Rio but now can't copy it off the Rio? Copying files to the Rio gave me no problem, just transferring files back to the PC. Copy and Paste doesn't work at all. Since I use this 99% of the time for working out and listening to MP3's, I give it a 3 out of 5. You're better off with a USB jump drive or something similar if you want a small product to transfer files.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Gracenote registration is dead
The gracenote registration on my cali no longer functions. So if you buy this product you will have to individually label every song you rip to MP3 format. Read more
Published on February 14, 2009 by Louis J. Kahanek
Defective software and hardware integration...
There are several problems with this MP3 player that I think should be mentioned. I made the mistake of ignoring the negative Amazon reviews when I made my purchase. Read more
Published on August 22, 2008 by James Winthrop
The sturdiest and most reliable MP3 player I've ever encountered.
I've had my Rio Cali since they first came out. It has been through gardening, many falls and drops, house construction, more falls and drops, many bangs and knocks and it still... Read more
Published on July 15, 2008 by Betty Rubble
It's no IPOD but it will do
I have a couple of IPODs, the mini, and the video and I also have the Rio Cali. It doesn't have a lot of features, in fact it's pretty basic. Read more
Published on July 30, 2007 by H. Yun
Great rugged player
I have had two rio cali players. The first was stolen after I had it for 6 months. The second I've had for almost 3 years. Read more
Published on February 2, 2007 by S. Adams
Easy to Use
This player was easy to load songs onto and easy to use. The belt clip is super handy for running. It is also easy to use while running. Read more
Published on January 24, 2007 by H. Ream
What a machine!!!!
I don't know why everyone is whining about this terrific little MP3 player. I love mine. The only drawback is that you can't put 30 gigs of music on it. Read more
Published on January 14, 2007 by Gina Elizabeth Menera
Poor sound, even worse earbuds
Strapped for cash, I've been forced to stick with this player for a couple years. The player has indeed taken lots of knocking around, but I have two complaints:
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Published on November 11, 2006 by Phil Hutchinson
Used this 3 years - still working GREAT
This is a great little player for anyone that wants music and knows little to nothing about MP3s.
- Has an easy-to-use software program that walks you through loading... Read more
- Has an easy-to-use software program that walks you through loading... Read more
Published on July 14, 2006 by Don I.
GREAT!!!
I'm not sure what the naysayers are talking about. For the price you get a sturdy mp3 player that can expand over time. Read more
Published on June 21, 2006 by fuglyducky
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