What are the other features to look at when comparing MP3 players? |
| Once the major considerations of compatibility and usability have been compared, there are a number of other factors which need to be looked at. The importance of each of these features will vary between customers and depends on what they are looking for in an MP3 player. |
| Player Controls: |
Refers to the number and type of controls available as well as how they are accessed. While some people will prefer a player which has all controls accessed by one or two buttons used in combination, others will prefer a more straight-forward system with multiple buttons. The standard controls are On/Off, Fast Forward, Rewind, and Volume. |
| Information Displayed: |
Refers to the type of information displayed while the MP3 is playing. This information is taken from the ID tag (ID2, ID3, etc.) and the playlist and includes Track Number, Elapsed Time, Total Time, Song Title, Artist, et al. |
| Display Size: |
Refers to the physical size of the display, which determines how easy it is to read the information. |
| Carrying Options: |
Refers to whether the player has a carrying strap, a carrying case, a belt clip or some other carry method. |
| Output Options: |
Refers to the audio output method, which is usually a 1/8" stereo jack. Some units may include an audio adapter to convert the 1/8" stereo jack to two RCA jacks, for connection to a receiver or other audio equipment. This adapter is also available separately as part number 274-369.. |
| Firmware: |
Refers to whether or not the product firmware (the software which is built into the player) can be upgraded to reflect technological advances. Upgradeable firmware provides the advantage that the player can be upgraded as needed, which increases usability and can extend the useful life of the player. |
| Supported Formats: |
Refers to the type of audio formats that the player can handle in addition to MP3 files. Examples of these additional formats are MP2 (an earlier format), WMA, RA, AudibleReady™, et al. |
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