RCA Lyra 1.5 GB MP3 Player

RCA Lyra 1.5 GB MP3 Player

Product Description
From the Manufacturer
Features:

1500 MB Built-in Memory (1.5 GB): Stores up to 50 hours of music (50 CDs in mp3PRO format) as well as being a data storage device.

mp3/WMA Playback/mp3PRO Ready: Plays back mp3, mp3PRO and Windows Microsoft audio media files (WMA).

High Speed USB 2.0 Connection: High speed USB connection allows you to transfer files up to 40x faster than the original 1.1 USB connection.

Blue Backlit Multi-line LCD Display: Multi-line display lists name of artist, song, elapsed time, and battery level indicator when in playback mode. Backlit display enhances visibility in low lighting.

Built-in Lithium Ion Polymer Rechargeable Battery: Up to 10 hours of playback with internal rechargeable Lithium Ion Polymer battery.

Supports Multiple Operating Systems: Supports Windows 98SE, Me, 2000², XP, and PC / Mac³. Drag and Drop (Mass Storage Support).

Full Accessory Kit Included: Includes CD-ROM Music Management Software, USB Cable, Universal Compact AC/DC Adapter, Sports Armband, and e.clipz Clip-on Headphones.

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Product Description:
This RCA Lyra 1.5GB MP3 Micro MP3 Player lets you keep up to 50 hours of your favorite music with you wherever you go. Player doubles as storage for other digital data and uses a high-speed USB 2.0 connection for ultra-fast downloads. Features: built-in rechargeable lithium battery for up to 10 hours of playback; 1.5 GB built-in memory that stores up to 50 hours of music or any file type; plays MP3 and WMA files; blue backlit LCD display that shows title, artist and supports ID3; clip-on headphone; sports armband; Mac/PC compatible; USB cable; compact AC/DC adapter; and CD-ROM with MusicMatch music management software. Available storage capacity may vary.

RCA Lyra RD2765 5 GB Digital Jukebox with Color LCD Screen
Average customer rating:

Good little player ^_^

Don't Buy!

great gift

It's nice for a beginner or newbie mp3 owner.

Not for audiobooks

RCA Lyra RD2765 5 GB Digital Jukebox with Color LCD Screen

Manufacturer: RCA
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

5GB built in memory, stores up to 170 hours of WMA music or 3400 songs encoded @ 64 kbps.

1.5" Color LCD Display with Icons

Sennheiser earbuds

Supports all Microsoft-based download sites

Rechargeable Lithium Ion battery

ASIN: B00063EG0G
Release Date: 2005-04-01

Product Description

Box Includes: MP3 Player, USB cable, Sennheiser earphones, Universal AC/DC adapter and carrying case.
The RCA Lyra 5GB Micro Jukebox (RD2765) will store all the music you need for that long trip -- or that long day at the office. It stores upt o 170 hours of WMA music(about 3,400 songs) encoded @64Kpbs, as well as storing non-music files. The device plays back all your MP3s and WMAs and is compatible with secure downloads from sites that support DRM. The color screen displays the name of the artist, song, elapsed time, and other important information, while showing your album art too. Lightweight, comfortable Sennheiser earphones provide a wider dyanmic range and excellent bass response -- giving you more from your music. The HDD SmartTrax navigation lets you browse your contents by album, genre, year or title for easier music selection. Includes MusicMatch Jukebox software Powered through USB or external DC jack System Requirements - Windows 98SE, XP, 2000 or Mac OS X 10.2 or higher; 100MB disk space; USB port Dimensions(WxHxD) - 1.97 x 3.3 x 0.55 Weight - 0.19 lbs.

Customer Reviews:

Good little player ^_^.......2006-12-12

I bought my little Lyra RD2765A at the local FYE about 2 weeks ago. I can say that so far, I'm very happy with it. I pretty much stick to using the basics of it, transfer files to it using browser windows instead of any program, aside from the Lyra DJ ( I also do my own music file tagging before hand in Winamp, RARELY do I ever use Windows Media Player ).

File transfers are simple to do, the sound is GREAT, and the volume control sensitivity is VERY nice. I do agree that using this to look at images is kind of pointless ( why would people want to look at a highly detailed image on small screens anyway? Give me a full 17" computer screen, thank you. ).

I like the little navigation joystick, it's easier to feel for when you have to keep your eyes on the road or where you're walking. The only downside to it is that you have to lock the player when you put it in it's sleeve so when the joystick moves, it doesn't affect anything.

Also, trying to find car adapters if a car doesn't have a tape deck is a bit annoying, as most adapters out there now are made to fit Ipods sockets, and not much else. Same goes with protective sleeves. There are NO protective sleeves out in the market that fit the design of the RCA Lyra RD2765A. And yes, the shiny mirror finish DOES show off finger prints badly. But it's nothing a little TLC can't take care of.

We'll see what my opinion on the player is during the next few months, but so far, I'm very happy ^_^.

~~Bee

Don't Buy!.......2006-12-06

I got this item in March 2006 to start my new workout regime. I used it for music only. It started off nice, I had about 400 songs on it (lasting between 3 and 4 minutes in WMA format). When I first got it, I could get some serious playtime out of it. As I used it only for the gym, I can't estimate the number of continuous hours of play. In any event. After about 3 months of usage (June 2006), it wouldn't last more than an hour. So I deleted the songs that didn't do much for me in the gym, bringing the total songs down to about 300. In August, I lost my workout steam--much like the Lyra lost it's music play steam--and put it away for a while. I recently started back using it (December 2006) and I now get about 15 minutes of play time from this device.

Man, I wish I'd purchased an Apple iPod.

great gift.......2006-11-10

to the person it was given to, said it was fantastic, the sound was great, the features were easy... very friendly user

It's nice for a beginner or newbie mp3 owner........2006-07-23

Hello, I've decided to write a review on my experience with the RCA LYRA 2765. I owned it for about 9 months before I got that horrible "File System Corrupted" message. Now this little gadget worked nice , it had on average 6 hours of playtime (No, It does not play for long periods of time, so forget that *12* hours promise on the box) The file transfer through the USB cord was fast, but when you wanted to profile a long list of songs, it took over an hour, or would freeze and you had to start again. It was durable, I dropped it a couple of times. However, it did get dirty. I mean really, smudged, icky looking dirty becuase of the shiny silver chrome. It won't be shiny after a few weeks, trust me. I was able to get about 1,400 songs on the 5 GB hard disk, most of them in WMA format. You can also change the background picture, but don't bother using this as a photo viewer. It just sucks at holding photos. They were all tiny and screwed up. Also, be aware that this MP3 player will not last past 1 year. I've never talked to an RCA LYRA owner who has had one for more than 9-10 months. For some reason, no matter how nice you take care of it and no matter how good your music is in formats, eventually this little message pops up that says "File System Corrupted". I tried to reset it, over an over. I tried to take the hard drive out and clean it, but it still had that message (ALSO, if you do take your LYRA apart like I did, it voids the warranty) But Thompson has some crappy customer service so don't bother calling them. ANYWAY, It's a nice gift for someone who has never had an MP3 player before and wants to test drive it. But for a real, long lasting player, go with Creative or Sony. Or sell your soul and buy that iPod.

Not for audiobooks.......2006-07-10

Works fine as a music player but didn't perform the function for which it was purchased: to play downloaded audiobooks. At least in Massachusetts, audiobooks are downloaded from libraries as single files of up to 150 mb. However, this player lacks a "bookmarking" feature so you cannot listen to 10 pages worth, stop the player, and pick up where you left off the next day.

Average customer rating:

Great MP3 Player, but small
Good MP3 Introductory Device
For good and bad, not an iPod
Good while it lasted...but it was a short honeymoon
Not worth consideration

RCA Lyra 1.5 GB MP3 Player

Manufacturer: RCA
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics

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Product Features:

1.5 GB micro jukebox
Stores up to 50 hours of music, and doubles as a data sorage device
Uses high speed USB 2.0 connection for ultra-fast downloads
Built-in lithium ion rechargeable battery for up to 10 hours of playback
Blue, backlit LCD display

ASIN: B00008VFCT

Product Description

Sure to make a splash in the hard drive music jukebox market is the 1.5GB RCA LYRA Micro Jukebox, which holds 25 hours of music, or 500 songs, on a miniature, one-inch hard drive. Weighing a scant three ounces and measuring less than 2.5 inches square and 1.12 inches thick, the RD2760 is about the same size as a pager. It plays mp3, mp3PRO and Windows Media Audio files. The device can hold up to 30 compressed CDs, and can also store other types of computer files including word processing documents and presentations on its built-in hard drive. The consumer's digital music library is quickly transferred using a USB 2.0 connection, and the six-line, backlit display shows the artist, song title and elapsed time. The RD2760 supports Windows 98SE, ME, 2000 and XP and supports Mac OS X with drag and drop functionality. The RD2760 can play for up to 12 hours with its Lithium Ion rechargeable battery.

Customer Reviews:

Great MP3 Player, but small.......2005-11-24

This was the first MP3 player I bought. The price was fair, and it's small enough to carry while you jog - it even comes with a strap to attach it to your arm. I haven't noticed any flaws in it. It has a screen so you can see what is playing ahead of time. You can upgrade the memory cheaply if you want to be able to add more songs. It's very simple to add songs to the player - a simple cord (that comes with the unit) attaches to a USB in your computer and to the back of the little player. It plays all mp3s, so if you have a converter, you can rip your cds into your computer, convert them from cda to mp3, and add those to your player. Or, you can visit some of the pay download sites like [...] or any other one that offers downloadable mp3s. I do wish now that I had something a little bigger. I often worry about losing this since it's so small. But I'd say if you want an iPod or something similar - this is really a good place to start to see how often you'll even use an mp3 player. I've had mine a LONG time - way before iPod ever came out (or at least way before I ever heard of it), and my Lyra is still running strong. However, I hardly ever use it. I thought I'd use it all the time, and I hardly ever do.

Good MP3 Introductory Device.......2005-06-29

I bought this product 10 months ago. I take it to the gym use the elliptical machines. It's my 3rd MP3 player and thus far I haven't felt a need to upgrade yet. This device works just fine for me and will keep using until I find that I need more room or it breaks (knock on wood). It's a 2003 device and in a world of other devices now with color screens and fm stereos it still works just fine for me.

PROS: Durable. I've dropped it half a dozen times on carpet at the gym within a padded case I bought. Still keeps playing. Mass storage device drivers come with Windows XP. I never need to install the CD software. Drag and drop from my computer to device. Device can read folders and file names as if navigating on my computer. Works with Windows Media Player. Sound quality it sharp.

CONS: The arm band holds the player tight but it's hard to get at the controls since it's all covered up. I bought a separate case. Seems like the playlist needs to be made in the packaged software which I didn't install and can't use WinAmp's playlists. No FM or voice recording. Navigation can be slow, wish it had a faster microprossor.

For good and bad, not an iPod.......2005-05-26

I bought my Lyra in late '03/early '04 when they first came out. The physical size of the player in relation to the memory was an attraction (most players of this size were 128 or 256 MB), as was the player's robustness. Mine has been dropped and beaten and generally treated poorly (because of the size and unobtrusiveness, it's perfect for sports), and I have yet to have a problem. I've similarly had no problems with battery life.

With a PC, it's simpler to use than an iPod - files can be copied just using Windows Explorer. It also supports Windows Licensing, for which files must be transferred (I've used Windows MediaPlayer). Then the player must be "profiled", which is a simple right click function.

The controls are as simple as possible on a device of this size. They're relatively intuitive (though obviously small) and the screen is clear and easy to read.

Support from RCA/Thompson seems to be suspect, but other than downloading software updates, I have yet to use it.

Overall, the Lyra isn't slickly packaged and doesn't come with white headphones. It's just a simple and tough little player.

Good while it lasted...but it was a short honeymoon.......2005-05-12

It worked at first, software was easy enough to use, and the size was great. After about a year it would no longer play nicely with my PC -- I couldn't add or remove any music. I called RCA tech support and told them I had already tried uninstalling/reinstalling the latest software and they said, "Well, you've already done all of the tech support yourself. You have passed the 1-year warranty, thank you, ". What a load of garbage. Uninstall/reinstall is the extent of their ideas?? No more RCA products for me.

Not worth consideration.......2005-05-10

This is not a product worth a first look . Despite it's novelty of size (which is no longer a novelty), the Lyra is not a good buy. Cheap plastic construction made for a damaged player with a single drop on low pile carpet.

There are plenty of better products out there.

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