New range of Verbatim MP3 players

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Verbatim is introducing its second generation of MP3 players in October. Two of the stylish devices will allow up to 10 hours playback while the third allows up to 15 hours - this is a an increase of between two and five hours playing time over previous Verbatim MP3 players.

All three new introductions will have either LCE or OLED displays and will facilitate rapid transference of music files in MP3 or WMA format via a USB port. Saved data can be organised simply and easily into folders and files and the pre-installed menu is available in the 10 most widely spoken languages - recognising the worldwide appeal of MP3 players.

Store ‘n’ Play MP3 Player VM-205

Aimed at the younger generation the Store 'n' Play MP3 Player VM-205 is now capable of storing 1,500 songs. This is due to the SD card slot that allows for a further 4GB of additional capacity. Files can be organised on a folder and song level so are quickly called up. Slim and sleek the VM-205 MP3 player weighs just 43 grams and retails at approximately £39.99.

Technical details for the VM 205:

• 256 MB integrated memory
• SD / MMC slot for up to 4 GB of additional storage capacity
• Supports Windows Media Digital Rights Management 9
• Supports bit rates of between 32 kbps and 320 kbps
• LCD display with LED black light
• ID3 tags display artist and song title
• Supports song text display
• 5 equaliser modes: Normal, Rock, Classic, Pop & Live
• 4 play modes: Normal, Repeat, Repeat All & Repeat Shuffle
• Compatible with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 connections
• Battery life of up to 10 hours

Pack contents:

• Store ‘n’ Play VM-205
• Stereo earphones
• Carry Strap
• Quick Start Guide (10 languages)
• User Manual on CD ROM (10 languages)& Win98SE Driver
• 1 x AAA Battery
• USB cable

Store ‘n’ Play MP3 Player VM-01

Equipped with enough memory - 1 GB - to store up to 250 songs, this Store 'n' Play MP3 player, MV01, is in the mid price range at £49.99. It is distinguished from the other two models by its larger display screen and weighs just 48 grams.

Technical Details for the VM-01:

• 1 GB integrated memory
• Supports bit rates of between 32 kbps and 320 kbps
• Supports Windows Media Digital Rights Management9 & 10
• 6 equaliser modes: Normal, Rock, Jazz, Classic, Pop & Custom
• 5 play modes: Normal, Repeat, Repeat All, Shuffle & Repeat Shuffle
• Sleep memory function
• ID3 tags displaying artist and song title
• LCD display with LED black light
• Direct USB pluggable via integrated USB plug
• Compatible with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 connections
• Battery life of up to 10 hours
• Build-in USB connector

Pack contents:

• Store ‘n’ Play VM-01
• -Stereo earphones
• Carry Strap
• Quick Start Guide (10 languages)
• User Manual on CD ROM (10 languages)& Win98SE Driver
• 1 x AAA Battery

Store ‘n’ Play MP3 Player VM-399

Top of the range, Store 'n' Play VM-399 MP3 player is the flagship of the range. Weighing just 36 grams, it features an integrated FM radio and comes with a two colour OLED display. Capable of storing 250 songs, and for those who want to share the listening experience this MP3 player has twin earphone ports. This model has a recommended retail price of £59.99.

Technical Details for the VM-399:

• 1 GB integrated memory
• Supports bit rates of between 32 kbps and 320 kbps
• Supports Windows Media Digital Rights Management 9 & 10
• Two-colour OLED display
• ID3 tags display artist and song title
• USB2.0 Hi-Speed Data Transfer
• 6 equaliser modes: Normal, Rock, Jazz, Classic, Pop & Bass
• 5 play modes: Normal, Repeat, Repeat All, Shuffle & Repeat Shuffle
• Radio with 30 channel presets
• Radio recording
• Voice recording via the integrated microphone
• Includes one AAA battery, a USB cable and earphones
• Standby function
• Compatible with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 connections
• Battery life of up to 15 hours

Pack contents:

• Store ‘n’ Play VM-399
• Stereo earphones
• Carry Strap
• Quick Start Guide (10 languages)
• User Manual on CD ROM (10 languages)& Win98SE Driver
• USB cable

Verbatim's new generation of MP3 players will be introduced in October and will replace the current range. Ron Stuart, General Manager of Verbatim UK said, "We've increased the storage capacity of these new models and extended the battery life to enable up to 10 and 15 hours playback time - depending on the model. This is a significant improvement in performance and we confident that all three models will become best sellers."

About Verbatim

Since 1969 development in data storage technology has been led by Verbatim. These developments range from floppy discs and magneto-optical storage media to the latest CD and DVD formats, USB keys and flash memory cards.

As part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation Group Verbatim benefits from outstanding research and development enabling countless innovations shaping today's storage media market. Verbatim's demanding quality control during manufacturing processes guarantees first-class products.

The company has won acclaim in numerous international comparative product reviews and is market leader for optical media in Europe. For more information visit www.verbatim-europe.com