| Brand Name: | Cowon |
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Technical Details
- High speed USB 2.0
- Lithium rechargeable battery w/20 hours of playback
- Voice recorder with FM radio
- Wide graphics LCD with lyrics display
- Supports MP3, OGG, WMA, ASF, WAV and OGG
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JetAudio's iAudio U2 is one versatile MP3 player and recorder. The device sports 512 MB internal flash memory for about 8.5 hours of 128 kbps digital audio playback or recording--its direct MP3 encoding is perfect for generating digital files from your analog formats like LPs, cassettes, and VHS tape. Encode the files with the U2, then download them directly to your PC or external hard drive for future listening. And with the U2's high-speed USB 2.0 interface, you'll enjoy download speeds of up to 20 Mbps and impressive 25 Mbps transfers when uploading files to the device.
The U2's super-slim body fits easily in your hand or pocket, and the its 5-direction key makes operation a snap, affording one-handed control of most common functions. You can use it for file transport and/or storage, too. The U2 also features a FM Radio and a full-function voice recorder with multiple bitrate options. Preset your favorite FM channels (with custom channel names) for one-touch access to your favorites.
Enjoy high-end sound reproduction with support for multiple codecs, including MP3, WMA, ASF, and even high-quality linear-PCM WAV files with brilliant reproduction (Ogg Vorbis compatibility is under development and will be supported by a firmware upgrade). Using Macintosh or Linux platforms? You can still use the U2 as a portable hard drive (file transfer only).
View all your file information on the unit's bright, 4-line graphic LCD, which features a bright and cool-looking indigo-blue backlight. At-a-glance function icons make interpreting the display a piece of cake. A cool new feature even supports the display of song lyrics (via associated ALC data).
Tiny and light like the U2 itself, the unit's rechargeable lithium polymer battery provides up to 20 hours of continuous playback. You can charge the battery using your computer via a USB connection. Charge time is 2 hours in normal mode, 6 hours in slow-charge mode.
Discover true, rich bass sound using onboard BBE Sound, which JetAudio selected for its the clarity of its enhancement. With a total of 6 top-of-the-line sound effects (5-band EQ, BBE, Mach3Bass, MP Enhance, and 3D Surround and Pan), the U2 can create up to 1.2 trillion different sounds.
You can search playlists through navigation while listening to a different song. The user interface is as simple as the Windows OS. You can create folders by favorite musicians and manage all your songs, files, playlists, and settings directly from your computer. CD ripping, file transfer, and even radio channel settings are controlled via this simple interface.
You can also create and edit playlists directly on the U2. Random, repeat, and other playback modes are available. (The player will support M3U playlists via a Firmware upgrade.) The supplied JetLogo program lets you design and transfer your own animated logo to the player.
As technologies change, your audio player shouldn't be left behind. New codecs and functionality will be supported with regular firmware updates available from JetAudio. Cresyn-brand headphones are a standard accessory, and the U2 also comes with a carrying case and a convenient neck strap.
What's in the Box
MP3 player, stereo headphones, an installation CD, a user's manual, a carry case, a carry necklace/lanyard, a USB jack, USB and analog line-in recording cables.
Product Description
iAUDIO U2 is a ultra-compact 512MB digital music player with FM Radio, Voice Recorder and Direct MP3 Encoder. Enjoy the highest-quality sound powered by BBE, 4 lines wide graphic LCD and 20 hrs of continuous playback with a built-in rechargeable battery.
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59 of 59 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Even better with the firmware 1.10 upgrade,
By JourneyMan (Los Angeles, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: iAudio U2 512 MB Digital Music Player (Electronics)
I've been playing around with my new iAudio U2 512 MB for about 5 days now. For someone who doesn't want or need to carry every song in their library, this little device is incredible. I am a commuter in Los Angeles (yes, they do exist) and radio + MP3 is great for variety. I haven't even begun to test/use all the capability, but here are my initial opinions.
Firstly, there is a firmware 1.10 upgrade available on iAudio's Korean site (parent company, Cowon, is Korean). The English site doesn't have any available yet, although I hear there might be shortly. For those of you, like me, who don't read Korean, the link is: http://ihome.iaudio.com/iaudio_board/zeroboard/zboard.php?id=C08&category=&no=149&bmenu=C&category=70. Scroll down almost to the bottom of the page where the last screen shots ("Bookmarks") are located. Just under them is a link to download the upgrade, which you have to unzip. It will automatically install, and then you have to launch the Firmware Download which will be in the Cowon program shortcut on the start bar. This firmware upgrade installs several functions onto the unit, chief of which is the clock and auto-wake/record function. The upgrade process and the firmware are in English. Now, for some more specifics... General controls are very simple. The joystick is effective and intuitive, which is good, because the .pdf manual is pretty skimpy, and doesn't cover the firmware upgrade. The MP3 player supports .WMA in addition to MP3 and other formats that I haven't tried. I understand it won't support the encrypted .WMA that you can buy off the 'net, but that future firmware upgrades may include this ability. Play back is easy and has all the modes like random and repeat that you'd expect. You can either use the included JetShell software to transfer music files to the device rapidly via the included USB 2.0 cable, or you can sync with Windows Media Player 10, the latest upgrade. If you do sync with WMP10, make sure to choose the "Create Subfolders" option if you want your music files organized. Lastly, you can treat it like a USB flash drive and transfer files directly using Windows Explorer. The radio has decent, but not great reception. When the signal is strong, the sound is great. The antenna is the earphone wire so perhaps a set with a longer wire would help. It's not bad enough to make me want to return, but you might have trouble getting a clear signal if your tastes run beyond ClearChannel, say to NPR for example. You can easily preset stations and then either move through the FM range in 0.1 MHz increments or by jumping to presets. You can record while listening, or set it to awake and record (with the firmware upgrade). I haven't used the voice recorder other than to remind myself to do something later, but you can hear some sample lectures at http://eng.iaudio.com/ in the Downloads Voice Files (SC4) section. The headphones are adequate. I'm not a super-discriminatory audiophile. Bass is a little weak, but hard to avoid with earbuds. They fit okay in my ears, but I've read others who've thought they are too big and fall out easily. Should not be a deal breaker. The amazing thing is the size. It really is about the size of a pack of gum - easily fits into a pocket. It comes with a case which allows all for all functions, including attaching the USB cable to the bottom (no case opening like earlier models.) I've dropped it while in the case and no harm done. Be aware that the standard box contents will only allow you to charge the player through the USB connection. If you want an AC adaptor, it's extra. I didn't get it, and don't anticipate needing it. Rechargable batteries are great, but I can't tell you how long these last, because I haven't used them more than about 3 hours without hooking it up to the USB to adjust content. Manual claims 20 hours - I've seen 17 reported. Overall, I think that this is great value if, for example, you commute like me and want the variety of recorded and FM music, with the extra ability to voice/radio/line-in record. No moving parts to damage if dropped, either. 256 MB seems too small to me. You'd really have to be willing to change the contents frequently, and you don't have much breathing room for things like FM recording. Now, don't lose it!
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
amazing unit,
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This review is from: iAudio U2 512 MB Digital Music Player (Electronics)
I bought this for my girlfriend - and once I turned it on, I was absolutely astounded at the incredible sound quality this baby packs given such a small package.
for the price, this player absolutely rocks and beats my Ipod's butt in many ways - particularly size, weight, and specifically audio quality! no two ways about it... if you need an mp3 player without the need for massive storage (as frankly, most people) this is the unit to get.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome upgrade from my Muvo! Who needs an iPod anyway?,
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This review is from: iAudio U2 512 MB Digital Music Player (Electronics)
I really love this MP3 player, it truly deserves a five star rating. I got this as an upgrade to my Creative Muvo TX FM MP3 player and immediately noticed a significant improvement in sound quality. I also noticed that I can now download songs directly from Rhapsody onto my U2; the U2 recognizes so many file formats that you can get your songs from just about anywhere. Another significant improvement is battery life, its seemed like the Muvo would perversely run out of battery power while I was out in the middle of a pasture far from a fresh battery. With the built in rechargeable battery of the U2 I have only ever run out of juice once. I love that I don't have to carry around yet another AC adaptor to charge this thing, just plug it in by USB to charge it!
Those are all my favorite things. I was a bit disappointed at the lack of armband, I had become very fond of wearing my Muvo on its armband. However that was easy enough to rectify, I simply ordered an iAudio armband and am happy again. All in all, this was a very worthwhile upgrade from a Muvo and definitely worth the extra money too! I think the U2 will give the iPod's a run for the money, so small and light and rugged... I sure wouldn't want to wear one of those iPods while working with my tractor!
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