Freecom Beatman Flash MP3 Recorder
1. Introduction
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On
January 2004, Freecom announced a new product in the digital media players
line. One of these products, the Freecom Beatman Flash Recorder 128 arrived
recently in our labs for review. We had already reviewed the Freecom
BeatMan 8cm mp3 player in the past, and the results were quite good.
Sizing in at 52.6 x 56.7 x 17.5 mm and
with a
weight
of
44 g, there is always room for the Beatman Flash. This super-compact, silver
player provides more than 4 hours* of pure listening pleasure, is shock-resistant
and can play either MP3 or WMA files. The in-ear headphones from Sennheiser also
supplied with the player guarantee a rich sound quality.
The four-line multi-line graphic display with background
lighting provides a complete ID3-tag display with information on the album,
song and artist, and all information from the digital equalizer. New music
files can easily be copied to the player with the included Digital Audio
Manager software and the USB cable supplied. The Beatman Flash can also be
used as a dictation device, allowing more than 30 hours of voice recording.
Let's start with a detailed features and specifications list:
- Features & Specifications
| Storage capacity | 128MB built-in flash memory (models with 256 & 512 MB also available) |
| Supported Bitrates | MP3: 8 ~ 320Kbps & VBR (Variable Bit Rate) WMA: 32Kbps ~ 192Kbps |
| MP3 Sampling Frequency | 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48KHz |
| Voice Recording Time | Over 16 hours (Based on 128 MB memory and 16kbps encoding) |
| Line in recording time | Over 2 hours (Based on 128 MB memory and 128kbps encoding) |
| Additional features | Multi 4-Line Graphic Display with EL Backlight ID3 tag support FM radio with custom presets Digital Sound Equalizer (normal/classic/pop/rock/live) Function keys: Play/Pause/Power Off, Previous, Next,Volume Up/Down, Mode/Navigation, Rec (voice)/A-B loop, Hold Firmware upgradeable, Memory not expandeable Silence Detection level (selects the silence levels between tracks to record) |
| Power requirements | 1x AAA battery (1.5V).Freecom recommends Duracell batteries for optimal performance. Ni-MH rechargeable battery and charger are optionally available. |
| Operation Time | MP3/WMA: over 7 hours / FM: over 16 hours |
| Line in Connection | 3.5 mm Mini Jack connector |
| PC Connection | USB (can also be connected to USB 2.0 port) |
| System Requirements | PC, Intel Pentium 133MHz or higher, 32MB RAM, 40MB free hard drive space, CD-ROM drive, Windows98SE / ME / 2000 / XP, available USB port |
| Physical Specifications | Dimensions: 57 x 64.6 x 12.6 mm / 2.2 x 2.5 x 0.5 inch - Weight: 41 gr / 1.4 ounce (without battery) |
| Environmental specifications | Storage: temp. -20° C to 60° C / Hum. 10% to
90% RH non-condensing |
| Headphone Output | 8mW, Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20KHz, Signal to Noise ratio: > 60 dB (without filter), Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.1% |
| Headphone Specification | Type: Sennheiser MX 300 Frequency response: 18-20000Hz Impedance: 32 Ω Max. SPL: 116dB (at 1kHz, 0.5Vrms) Cable length: approx. 1m. |
| Remote Specification | Play/Pause/Next/Stop/Speed Control/Previous/Hold/Volume |
| Package Includes | Freecom Beatman Flash Recorder (128 MB or 256 MB) Wired clip-on remote control Audio line-in record cable Sennheiser in-ear headphones Neckstrap, Carrying Pouch, Luxury cloth, Carrying case with belt clip USB connection cable CD with Digital Audio Manager software (English) and manual in 7 languages (GB/D/F/NL/E/I/TR) 1x Duracell AAA-size battery Quick Install Guide,Warranty card |
| Service & Support | 2 years limited warranty |
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