Eiger Labs F20 EigerMan MP3 Player | 
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Brand: Eiger Labs
Category: CE
This item is no longer available
Avg. Customer Rating:  59 reviews
Sales Rank: 66910
Platforms: Windows Nt, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows Nt 3.5, Windows Nt 4, Windows Nt 5, Windows Me, Windows Xp, Windows 2000 Server, Windows
Media: Electronics
Batteries: 1
Batteries Included: Yes
Compatibility: PC Parallel
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.3
Dimensions (in): 3.5 x 2.8 x 0.6
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: EMP-F20
Model: EMP-F20
UPC: 796876003138
EAN: 0796876003138
ASIN: B00000K5DS
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| Features:
| • | 32 MB onboard memory, expandable to 64 MB | | • | Supports Windows 95 and 98 | | • | Parallel-port connection with supplied cable | | • | Mega-bass enabled | | • | Palm-size portability that offers up to 12 hours of continuous playback; comes with soft carrying case, earphones, and management and installation software |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com Review
Eiger Labs, maker of the first portable MP3 player, returns with this second-generation digital music player that's worth a look and a listen. In the F20V, Eiger has streamlined the design of the original MPMan to include more advanced features in a smaller package. MPMan plays MP3 music files downloaded from the Internet or copied from your favorite audio CDs. Typically, an MP3 file contains about one minute of audio per megabyte of information at CD-quality compression rates (128 kilobits per second). The MPMan comes with 32 MB of built-in storage space. However, you can upgrade to 64 MB or store additional music content on separate SmartMedia Flash cards (sold separately). In addition to music files, this unit also supports nonmusic-data files such as .doc, .gif, .txt, and .bmp formats. The provided MPMan Manager software was a snap to use. Once we installed it on our computer, we simply selected the MP3 files that we wanted to transfer from our PC to the MPMan. The files were transferred to the MPMan via the PC parallel port, using the supplied 25-to-18 pin printer cable. (While some other MP3 players require that the player be firmly placed in a docking station, that's not the case with the MPMan.) We were a bit disappointed that we were unable to upload MP3 files stored on our SmartMedia card back to our computer. However, this is because of a copyright protection that is built into the SmartMedia card format, and it's not a flaw in the MPMan. This portable unit is about the size of a pager and comes in its own snug carrying case; we found it to be pleasantly lightweight and compact. Unlike many other MP3 players, the MPMan contains a bass-boost feature that offers 20 decibels of bass enhancement. We were particularly impressed with the crisp, clear sound of the MPMan's earbud-style headphones. In addition, we found that the cushioned headphones fit comfortably in our ears. With advanced features and good sound quality, the MPMan is a good value for anyone looking for an inexpensive, entry-level digital music player. Pros:
- Topnotch accessories included (comfortable headphones, snug carrying case)
- No-skip playback
Cons:
- Additional memory cards are expensive
Product Description
From the very same people who brought you the world's first portable digital MP3 player, Eiger Labs now proudly presents the second of its MPMan series, the MPMan F20.The MPMan F20 continues the legacy the original MPMan created with its sleek and stylish looks coupled with uncompromising, state of the art technology. It adds faster downloads, convenience and expandability. 100% solid state means there are absolutely no moving parts. It will never skip or wobble like the other portable players because it does not use tapes or CD's but flash memory. With its built-in 32 megabytes of flash memory you can store between 30 minutes of near-CD quality. The MPMan can be upgraded to 64MB to provide over an hour's worth of near-CD quality music for your enjoyment. Despite the formidable amount of technology packed into this audio powerhouse, the MPMan weighs in at less than 2.5oz (not including the batteries). It is smaller than a 3.5 floppy diskette and even thinner than a pack of gum! You can now truly take your music anywhere!!
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| Customer Reviews: Read 54 more reviews...
 Win2000/XP Driver is finally available! January 28, 2004
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Eigerlabs (officially MPMan.com, Inc.) seemed to have revitalized their business with a great new website, a bunch of new line of mp3 players, and....the MUCH MUCH OVERDUE Win2000/XP driver for Eigerman F20! (which you can download at www.mpman.com) F20 claims to be the first MP3 Player ever, invented in 1997. Quality wise I think F20 has an excellent sound quality and decent functionalities. However, in light of today's more sophisticated mp3 players out there, you shouldn't even be thinking about buying it. Besides, they've discontinued the product anyway. But thank you MPMan.com for the Win2000/XP Driver!!!
Its ok December 27, 2002
Good sound, solid consturction. But, since it doesnt have much storage space you cant store many songs on it. Good buy for the price though.
 Mad December 12, 2002
I enjoyed using my mp3 player for about a year until I upgraded to Windows XP at home. Eiger Labs does not support Windows Xp, so I loaded all of my mp3's onto a few zip disks and took them to work where I had Windows 98. I have subsequently got a new PC with another operating system that Eiger Labs doesn't support, Windows 2000. I have wrote to Eiger's support e-mail and have yet to hear from them.To tell you the truth I am quite mad seeing how I can't update my player with new songs and that I am stuck with what I have already installed on it. Since I started writing this I have lowered my rating from a 2 to a 1 with my anger. I am sorry, I needed a place to vent and maybe this with help others that have Win'XP or '2000.
now windows 2000 support October 20, 2002
I can't believe this company doesn't support NT or Win 2000. The lack of support for >32 MB Smart Media cards is also annoying. The manufacturer should wake up.
Highly not recommended September 2, 2002
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
When I first got the player, I was very happy with it, the space was limited though, and file transfers were pretty low. Then I upgraded to windows NT ... and the player is completely incompatible. I tried e-mailing eiger labs, my first e-mail went completely unread or responded too, and after my FOURTH e-mail, I finally got a response saying that no, it did not support NT software, and they never plan to make compatible software ... all my further e-mails were ignored. It is a good deal, and if you can get compatible software, its a great player ... but don't buy it to find you can completely not use it. Also, the customer support has just been god awful, and offered no help or even apology.
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