iAudio X5L 30 GB Multimedia Player Black | 
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| Brand: Cowon
Category: CE
This item is no longer available
Rating:  21 reviews
Sales Rank: 23992
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 4.1 x 2.4 x 0.6
MPN: X5L-30BL
Model: X5L-30BL
UPC: 826487523050
EAN: 0826487523050
ASIN: B000AYWP0O
Release Date: August 1, 2005
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| Features:
| • | Multi-media player with 30 GB of storage, 260,000-color TFT-LCD | | • | MP3, OGG, WMA, ASF, FLAC, WAV, and MPEG4 (video) playback | | • | FM radio reception and recording; voice recording and line-in recording | | • | Includes USB 2.0 port for PCs; compatible with Mac OS X and Linux v2.0 or higher for data transfer | | • | Features long playback time of up to 35 hours |
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Product Description
iAUDIO is an original multi-media player brand from Cowon Systems. It is a super-compact, portable digital audio device that supports playback of various multi-media audio files including MP3 files and Mpeg4 video, features FM radio listening/recording, recording through a built-in microphone or line-in input terminals, and text and image viewer OTG (USB host feature).iAUDIO X5 Series, with its super-compact slim design is not only convenient to carry, but also stylish with a high-quality aluminum external finish. iAUDIO comes equipped with a color TFT-LCD, which allows you to check the general operation status of the device at one glance.
Amazon.com Product Description
The iAudio X5L 30 GB Multimedia Player Black combines an MP3 player, video player, FM radio, voice recorder, and digital photo album in one tidy package with a smooth aluminum finish. With its capacity for up to 7,500 songs, 3,000 folders, or 15,000 files, and a lithium-ion battery that provided up to 35 continuous hours of play, the iAudio X5 is the ideal way to take your digital music, music videos, and digital pictures on the road with you. The iAudio X5L supports blazing fast USB 2.0 download speeds of up to 480 Mbps, obliterating the need to wait for your files to transfer from your computer. The 260,000 color TFT-LCD screen displays both text and image files, with text files viewable even as you're listening to your music. A built-in, high-fidelity microphone lets you record voice at the same quality level as dedicated voice recorders. Listen to FM radio and record it onto the iAudio X5L just by pressing a button, and use the preset feature to save your preferred radio stations. The iAudio X5's direct encoding technology lets you digitally record input from audio devices such as a Walkmans, mini disk, record, or TV. The iAudio X5L's JetShell software enables the creation and editing of playlists directly on the player, as well as CD ripping and file transfers. You can save non-music files to the iAudio X5L and say goodbye to clumsy floppy disks and data CDs, and the JetAudio software enables simple video conversion onto the iAudio X5. If you're on the road and need a wake-up call, just use the built-in clock's alarm function. The iAudio X5L is compatible with Windows and both Linux and the Mac OS, and comes with superb Cresyn headphones, giving you superior sound reproduction with a balanced tone. It supports MP3, OGG, WMA, WAV files, as well as the FLAC format, which compresses files without quality loss. Up to 12 minutes of anti-shock protection ensures that you'll enjoy your music no matter how bumpy the road, and the custom-made protective leather case fits perfectly to your iAudio X5L. What's in the Box
X5L-30BL digital music player, AC adapter, USB 2.0 cable, audio cable, USB host cable, earphones, subpack, installation CD-ROM, and user's guide.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 16 more reviews...
 Fears are gone October 20, 2008
F. DiNoto
I was nervous about buying the iAudio X5L but I bought it anyway. Now that I have had it for about a week I am very happy with it. I actually prefer the jog stick or whatever it is called for navigation, once you get used to it it is lightning fast. I had a little trouble understanding "Host Mode" at first (while in host mode, hold down the record button to switch from device/host to copy files between devices).
I am a little bit disappointed in the availability of accessories but I hope as this product gains popularity more USA retailers will carry them.
The sound quality is very good, I have an AUX input jack on my car stereo and have had many MP3 players plugged in, when you are using something other than headphones you can really hear the poor sound quality most MP3 players produce (including the iPod). The iAudio X5L sounds just as good as when I play a CD.
I hope this product develops a following, I hate iPods most of my music library is FLAC and OGG and I have been waiting a long time for a device that plays this many formats. I would call this product an iPod Killer!
 Player will not last long October 14, 2008
Dan
When the X5L works, it works great. If you purchase one, expect it to last about a year if you're lucky. Cowon customer service is horrendous. Getting them to help with issues is very difficult and communication is not the best. Overall, this is a risky buy. You may get a player that lasts for a year, but the chances of it becoming non-operational are very good, and the chances of getting it repaired are not good at all.
 Great player, broke.. within a month. May 19, 2008
M. Ramirez
But I have to say the people at cowon are takin it right back. So I hope to get a new one soon. I really liked it .
Great at first, then disaster January 26, 2008
Steve F. Brandt (Palm Coast, Fl United States)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I use my MP3 player to travel and workout in the gym. At first I was very impressed with the unit, then I noticed the battery life went from about 4 hours to maybe an hour. Good luck finding a replacement battery without paying more then you did for the unit. Then the ear plug jack went bad, first I only could hear left side audio then nothing. This unit has a lot of potential, but not there yet, also not very durable. I would recommend it if you only want your MP3 player for about a year, but if your looking for long term go somewhere else.
By far better than an Ipod or other similar devices. January 19, 2008
Fer MM (Ames, IA)
Love this device!
The extended battery life is amazing. No need to recharge after listening to music for hours. I believe the 35 battery hours are accurate. The organization of the contents into folders and files is precisely what I wanted, as I really do not like the iTunes-like organization and prefer to place my mp3's in separate folders. The joystick is fine, it actually makes the device to look simple, used in combination of the other buttons I am able to do everything I need. The metallic body makes this a resistent player. Love the fact that it has FM radio and that I can read text files while listening to music. As the screen is rather small, watching lengthy videos may pose a bit of a challenge, however.
This unit is Linux compatible. It did not need any additional software to be recognized by Ubuntu Linux. Can read and write without problem. Another of the main reasons I chose this device (It really works as a USB drive should!)
Highly recommended to those who want to own a rather unique player.
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