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The Gateway™ DMP-X20 lets you carry an entire collection of great music wherever you go. Its 20GB* storage capacity is capable of holding 500 CDs or up to 8,000 songs. The new Gateway™ Digital Music Jukebox is so thin and light it can be taken virtually anywhere (weighs only 7.7 ounces). And, while the size is small, the sound quality is big. The Gateway™ DMP-X20 delivers a clean, crisp high-fidelity sound that will impress the most discerning music aficionado. The built-in FM tuner and digital voice recorder features add versatility to the Gateway™ DMP-X20. The FM tuner offers 12 user selectable pre-sets, so music lovers can quickly tune into their favorite radio stations on the go. The built-in digital voice recorder is a handy tool for recording meetings, lectures or making personal reminders. It’s so versatile, it can also be used to transport photos, presentations or any kind of electronic data. The lightning-fast USB 2.0 interface allows transfers as fast as a song per second – so the jukebox can be loaded with music in about an hour. Transferring downloaded music from 3rd party services is a snap, since the Gateway Jukebox is compatible with existing Windows® Media DRM. It also supports MP3 files, Windows® Media Audio and Audible content, so it can be used to listen to spoken word files. The Gateway™ Digital Jukebox is simple to use, yet has several innovative features. It boasts one of the largest displays in its class with an easy-to-read 2.5” display that stylishly presents MP3 and other data with an indigo blue backlight. The intuitive scroll navigation makes accessing and managing content quick and easy. Music content can be browsed by album, artist, genre, track or play-list…so the music can play on where ever you go.

Gateway DMP X20 Features:
20GB holds up to 8,000 songs

FM tuner/voice recorder/storage
2.5” backlit LCD display

High-speed USB 2.0
Intuitive user interface and convenient control buttons

Built-in FM tuner, digital voice recorder and wired remote control

Compact size fits in your pocket
Windows Media DRM/Napster-ready

Rechargeable Li-Ion battery for up to 10-hours of music on a single charge





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Jukebox King takes the stage & steals the MP3 scene!
Reviewer: Jeremy Villanova, PA December 17, 2003
Pros: Sound, size and supple.
Cons: Minor design flaws.

I have tried the Neuros GB20 and Rio800 and the Digital Gateway DMP-X20 is the Jukebox King. Elvis is performing live on this stage. This is the player we have been waiting to arrive.

MP3 players are purchased for sound, sound and sound. The digital Gateway DMP-X20 delivers loud, clear and true fidelity. That is not the only reason I call the Gateway DMP-X20 the Jukebox King.

It is not size and contrast that makes the display. Content, readability, menu design and the intuitive menu system allows me to play a song or a book quickly. Makes this display peerless.

Take it to the beach, go skiing or take a long walk and hear your favorite tunes, get the news, weather and scores, listen to a book and record an idea or a speech. 10 hours of total audio mobility. No, you cannot take it in the shower with you!

WARNING: I have dropped my Gateway 3 times from my desktop while writing this review and it has not skipped a note. DO NOT TRY IT FROM OVER 100'.

In my school the Gateway DMP-X20 is the valedictorian of this years class of MP3 players for the GPA earned in the demanding courses listed below:

SOUND AAAA++++

Size & Weight A+
Its slightly larger than a cigarette pack at 4" x 2 5/8" x 7/8" and weighs a little less than half a pound.

Support Formats A- It plays WMA, WAV, MP3 and Audible file formats.

Transfer Speed A+ USB 2.0, 6' cable included.

FM Tuner
12 presets A- Default is the last station played, can overwrite presets.
Tuning A+

Remote
Control B+ Wired, I think its a little small my hands.
Features B- Lock - Volume; Forward, Back, Fast F, Fast Back

Headset
Ear bud No Grade
I do not like ear buds, I use my Panasonic RC-HP70 Noise Canceling headset. After spending $300 for an MP3 Player. Who does not use a noise canceling headset?

Display
Readability A+
2 ½ - I am totally color blind so if it works for me...Indigo blue backlight, 60 x 128, I found the size just right.
Boot up A+ 2000 songs & 40 Audible songs took12 seconds to load.
Scrolling A- Very responsive.
Menu System B+ Select by Playlist, Genre, Artist, Album, Track

Playlist
Creation A+ Very intuitive - no learning curve.
Number A+ Unlimited
Access A+ Quick song/track access. Click on choice and select
Buffer A+ 16MB, no dead spots during jogging or cycling.
Capacity B+ 20GB HDD
Battery Life A- Li-Ion. Gateway say its 10 hours. I did not test their claim.

Voice recording is quick and easy. I have discovered that this feature is just like having a tablet with me.


Neither the Windows Media Player nor the Audible Manager allowed me to play a song/book from the Player. This is a deficiency that should be corrected.


DISCLAIMER: I am not an employee, subcontractor or shareholder of Gateway nor do I have any financial interest in Gateway in any way.