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Dell DJ (30 GB) MP3 Player

iPod Nano 5th Generation Silver (16 GB) Digital Media Player

17 reviews

Not Currently Available

11 reviews

$288.00 | 1 store

Product Description

The new Dell 30 GB Digital Jukebox MP3 Player promises the ease of use and value of the original DJ with an enhanced form factor and capacity options. Weighing just 6.5 Oz, the Dell DJ 30... More

The new Dell 30 GB Digital Jukebox MP3 Player promises the ease of use and value of the original DJ with an enhanced form factor and capacity options. Weighing just 6.5 Oz, the Dell DJ 30 delivers high-quality, hard-drive based audio. The second-generation Digital Jukebox with 30 GB3 capacity lets you carry up to 15,0001 songs at any given time and offers up to 12 hours of battery life2 to play them. In addition to supporting the WMA audio format, the multifunctional music player plays high-fidelity MP3 audio files, and also provides a way to back up critical data from your PC. Less

You can clip it to your sleeve, jacket, or running shorts and keep your favorite songs at your fingertips—along with the Genius feature, a built-in FM radio, pedometer, and more. And... More

You can clip it to your sleeve, jacket, or running shorts and keep your favorite songs at your fingertips—along with the Genius feature, a built-in FM radio, pedometer, and more. And the anodized aluminum finish in six bright colors makes this new design even more brilliant. Less

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Key Features

Number of Songs

7500

4100

Usage

Music

Music • Video • Recording • Photo Viewing

Interface

USB 2.0

Screen Size

1.92 inch

2.2 inch

Main Storage Type

Hard Drive

Built-in Memory

Storage Capacity

30 GB

16 GB

Audio Capabilities

Audio Format

MP3 • WAV • WMA

MP3 • WAV • AAC • MP3 VBR • AIFF • Audible

MP3 Bit-Rate

8 kbps - 320 kbps

Video Capabilities

Video Format

H.264

Max Video Resolution

240 x 376

Screen

On Screen Display

Battery Level • Playlist / Table of Contents • Elapsed Time • FM Frequency

Other Features

Additional Features

FM Stereo Tuner • Built-In Digital Camera • Video Recorder • Pedometer

Brand

Dell

Apple

Power Supply

Power Source

Rechargeable via USB cable • Internal Battery • AC/DC Adapter

Internal Battery

Battery Life

Up to 12 Hours

Up to 24 Hours

Battery Type

Rechargeable Li-ion Battery

Dimensions

Height

10.2 cm

9.1 cm

Width

6.4 cm

3.8 cm

Weight

6.5 oz.

1.28 oz.

Depth

0.74 in.

0.24 in.

Weight and Size

Midsize

Compact

Warranty

1 Year

Miscellaneous

Release Date

March, 2005

9 September, 2009

UPC

885909391974

Product ID

23755903

89512380

Family Line

iPod nano

Product MPN

MPN

SDJ302Y

MC060LL/A

Consumer Reviews

Dell DJ (30 GB) MP3 Player

Not Currently Available

iPod Nano 5th Generation Silver (16 GB) Digital Media Player

$288.00

Product Review Summary

3.4

Based on 17 user reviews

59% recommend this product

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Pros

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Cons

None Yet

Good For

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Consumer Reviews

Probably shouldn't be your first choice, unless...

bybofnyc Jun 7, 2005

9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls

Pros Price (when on sale), sleek design, compatible with subscription services

Cons Very poor headphones, somewhat fragile, Dell support is not great

Recommended it? No

(***See the end of the review for an update***)
(***And a new updated added May '06!***)

I've had my Dell DJ 30 for about 2 weeks now. It's a sleek, nice looking MP3 player...definitely similar to the IPOD in terms of shape and simplicity, but with a shiny mettalic finish which... Read full review »

Unimpressed!

bywmbryantap May 5, 2006

8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls

Pros Great music capacity. Good price compared IPOD.

Cons Mediocre sound quality. Practically no aftermarket accessories. Extremely poor software...

Recommended it? No

I've had my DJ30 for about 1 year now. I love the capacity it provides as I have a large music collection. I really can't complain about the units reliability as I have not had any major problems with it yet. It freezes up from time to time requiring a master reset.

The software package... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.6

Based on 11 user reviews

82% recommend this product

5 stars

4 stars

3 stars

2 stars

1 star

Pros

Simple Setup (5)
Compact (5)
Easy to Use (4)
Quality Construction (4)
Nice Screen (3)
Great Design (2)

Cons

A little Pricey (2)
None (2)
Short Battery Life (1)
Inadequate Storage (1)
Lacks features (1)

Good For

Everyday Use (4)
Runners (4)
Gifts (4)
Travel (3)
Working Out (3)
Men (3)
Office (1)
Music (1)
kids (1)
workout mp3 player (1)

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Consumer Reviews

Can't live without my ipod nano!

bye_uhl Aug 12, 2011

21 Helpfuls 22 Helpfuls

Pros Light, sleek, durable, spacious, and affordable

Cons Trackpad is slightly too sensitive.

Recommended it? Yes

I just recently acquired a 5th generation 16 GB silver Ipod Nano when my Ipod Video broke down. As someone who relies heavily on having music with me, I couldn't live without an Ipod for long and chose this because it was the cheapest alternative available. I waffled between getting an Ipod... Read full review »

Move Over... Flip Video Camera...Here Comes iPod Nano 5

bydonnatheo Nov 3, 2009

17 Helpfuls 18 Helpfuls

Pros The Video Camera and Voice Recorder.

Cons Video needs zoom and higher quality HD capture.

Recommended it? Yes

Watch out Flip Video Camera~ I just could not wait until Christmas to get this new MP3 player/video camera. Apples 5th generation iPod Nano will be on thousands of Christmas lists this year! I bought it for the MP3 player, but also love the FM radio, video camera and voice recorder.

My job... Read full review »

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