XM XPMP3H1 Portable Satellite Radio and MP3 Player (XMp3i)

by Sirius Satellite Radio

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 19.3 x 7.8 x 13 inches ; 2.3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B003E7ES4A
• Item model number: XPMP3H1
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (78 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,646 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Record what you love, listen when you want! Carry SIRIUS XM wherever you go with our this versatile radio. Listen live, record SIRIUS XM programming or play your own MP3s. It works with any stereo system or set of powered speakers that have audio input jacks to fill your home or office with SIRIUS XM.

Carry SIRIUS XM wherever you go with our this versatile radio. Click to enlarge.

Manage all your media using the included XM2go Music Manager software. Click to enlarge.

View control diagram. Click to enlarge.

Your Favorite XM Programming
Enjoy live or recorded XM content at your fingertips. Just spin the Control Wheel to quickly tune to your favorite XM channels.

Pause and Replay Live Broadcasts
Have to step away for a few minutes? Pause and replay up to 30 minutes of XM programming, so you never miss a beat.

Record Programming
If it's a little more than just stepping away, or you just want to save something for later, the XMp3i lets you record songs while you listen, or schedule recordings of your favorite shows.

Just want to grab a song? Record the song to which you're currently listening--up to 10 hours of individual songs.

You can also set the XMp3i to record from five separate simultaneously, so you can set multiple scheduled recordings to occur at the same date and time on different channels.

Your Favorite Teams and Artists
TuneSelect and GameSelect alerts you whenever your favorite artists, songs or sports teams are playing on any XM channel.

When a match is found for an entry in your TuneSelect or GameSelect list, you'll be prompted with audio and a displayed alert. Press Select to immediately tune the channel on which the song or game is playing.

Enjoy Your Media
The XMp3i also allows you to upload MP3 files, WMA tracks, and Audible.com books from your PC. You can manage all your media, including recorded XM content, using the included XM2go Music Manager software.

microSD Memory Card Slot
In addition to the XMp3i's onboard 2 GB of memory, you can store MP3 or WMA files on a removable microSD memory card (sold separately), up to 16 GB.

What's in the Box
Audiovox XMp3i, Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna, Remote Control, Earbuds, USB Cable, Stereo Audio Cable, Home Power Adapter, User Guide

Product Description

The XMp3i has arrived! Portable Satellite Radio and Mp3 Player. Record what you love, listen when you want! Record up to 5 favorite channels at the same time and up to 100 hours of favorite programming. It automatically records your favorite channels. Hear it. Click it. Save it. - One touch recording: Store up to 10 hours of individual songs at the touch of a button. Pause, rewind and replay up to 30 minutes of live radio.

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Customer Reviews

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270 of 270 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Works great...if you know what you're buying, August 7, 2010

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Mike Frerkes "Mike" (Bettendorf, IA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: XM XPMP3H1 Portable Satellite Radio and MP3 Player (XMp3i) (Electronics)

Anybody who is reading these reviews for the purpose of buying this product should be aware that a portable satellite radio is not based on the same technology as a Walkman-type radio sold back in 1980s. Satellite radios work by line-of-sight, which requires an unobstructed path between the receiver and its signal source. When properly installed and used, the XMp3i works great for recording and listening to live XM/Sirius broadcasts. However, you must ensure the unit is receiving a strong signal to make it work. If you plan on using it mostly in an automobile (with a live signal), that means purchasing an additional car cradle/antenna. If you wish to use it mostly indoors, you'll need to install the included home dock/antenna properly.

I've had a good experience with the Xmp3i so far. In fact, I was able to listen to live XM/Sirius radio while biking over the weekend with very little interruption. I also used the home dock to record some of my favorite shows for playback later. I believe it is the ability to record programming which is this unit's strong suit. You can record up to five channels at the same time, so getting vast amounts of music/talk on to the device in a timely fashion is easy; provided you have correctly installed the home dock. The playback is flawless and is much more convenient than listening live since you can skip songs, commercials, etc.

The interface seems a little sluggish at times and is not the most intuitive, but it works. Thanks to the microSD slot, you can load up your MP3 library and play your own tunes as well. I was impressed by the overall sound quality from both the satellite feeds and my MP3 files.

The Xmp3i is best-suited for users who will pre-record their music/shows to bring along in the car for playback. It also works well as a standalone device for plugging into your home stereo system. Do not buy this if you want to listen to live XM/Sirius broadcasts when you take the subway to work, or while you're hanging out in mom's basement waiting for some laundry to dry. Though it has a built-in antenna for live reception, the manufacturer clearly intended that to be used in outdoor-only situations.

54 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Not Bad, But...., June 14, 2010

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J. Kelly (Bayside, NY United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: XM XPMP3H1 Portable Satellite Radio and MP3 Player (XMp3i) (Electronics)

This is a great little radio. Reception is great. I love the recording of XM stations feature. BUT, as of this writing, the enclosed software DOES NOT work win WIN 7. So if you have WIN 7, you will not be able to copy mp3 recordings on this unit. Why they (XM) have not fixed this is beyond me. I called XM about this, and they are useless. Cutomer Service immediatly claims no responsibility whatsoever. They tell me to call Microsoft! Unbelievable. WIN 7 has been out for almost a year now. Come on guys!

31 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars First Look, July 22, 2010

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David O. Dennett (Central Arkansas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: XM XPMP3H1 Portable Satellite Radio and MP3 Player (XMp3i) (Electronics)

My XpressRC screen went out, and I needed a replacement. While I tried every way under the sun to find a current radio not made my Audiovox, I couldnt, so decided to try this one, since I dont own an MP3 player, I figured it would be a nice backup when I wanted to listen to something different.

First, this is a satellite receiver. Anyone that expects a satellite receiver to work 100% like an FM radio, doesnt understand the concept. While more forgiving than DirecTv or Dish, you really need to be able to see one of the two satellite locations for uninterrupted reception. Im not going to fault the radio because it blanks out inside a house. It needs an outside (or south window) mounted antenna (included) unless you happen to live where there is a terrestrial repeater (I do).

The radio needed two firmware updates when received. They took about 15 minutes. Added several features and fixed several bugs.

XM audio quality on the included ear buds is good. Much better than I expected.
Sound quality through the powerconnect FM transmitter in my work truck is much better than the previous clip on your FM antenna device. No issues at all in driving around out in the country out of repeater range. Usual dropouts going through tunnels, or under gas station awnings I had with the XpressRC.

The MP3 section is great. Audio quality is excellent. Needs a MicroSD card to store more than 7-10 albums at 256K rate.

Havent tried the song or station recording feature yet. 30 Minute buffer works fine.

Easy to navigate. Now if the screen doesnt burn out like my XpressRC did, Ill be very happy with this receiver. I do plan to try to buy an extended warranty for it though.

It claims 4 hours for XM live, and 16 hours for MP3's. Ive been playing MP3s for 6 hours and the battery indicator hasnt moved yet.

The documentation claims you shouldn't have the radio in an environment over 95 degrees as it will limit the lifetime of the battery. Its 5 degrees warmer than that here in the shade, so I figure 120+ in the truck when its parked.

Might need to keep a spare battery in the fridge :)

If the product holds up to daily use, Ill be a happy camper.