DEAD: TIGERDIRECT SUX -- Creative Nomad II 32mb Open Box $49.99

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The NOMAD II with 32 MB on-board flash memory is designed for the active consumer, with features such as Universal Serial Bus (USB) support and a voice recorder. It also has an icon-based backlit LCD and an open Smart Media? slot for memory expansion. Use the voice-recorder to take notes, record a message to a friend or colleague or upload the content directly to a PC! All the great features of a digital audio player, at a price that is just too good to resist! (Open Box)

Benefits:


Introduction - "Ferrari of MP3 Players"
The NOMAD II has been dubbed the "Ferrari of MP3 Players" by "Today's Chicago Tribune", not just because it has features "to die for and is easy to use" (CNET, March 2000). Compact, shock-proof and designed for crystal clear, skip-free digital audio, NOMAD II is a perfect complement to your active lifestyle.


Hours of Digital Audio Anytime, Anywhere
With a 32MB Smart Media? flash memory card, NOMAD II lets you enjoy hours of skip-free CD-quality audio or voice recording. You can even customize your music by swapping memory cards with different audio content or between your NOMAD II and another compatible device.

Listen to your Favorite FM Stations
NOMAD II features a built-in FM tuner that allows you to store up to 16 of your favorite stations. Now you can listen to your favorite music, news, or talk radio anytime, anywhere.

Versatile voice recording capabilities
Additionally, NOMAD II 32MB allows you to record classes, meetings, seminars, shopping lists, or keep a voice diary. The flash memory card stores up to four hours of your personal voice content, and it can be uploaded directly to your PC in WAV format!

Rip, Enhance, and Customize your Music
With Creative PlayCenter software, you can convert all of your music to MP3 or WMA format, organize them, and transfer them to the NOMAD II. Whether for your daily commute, the gym, parties or for that multimedia presentation, the Creative PlayCenter allows you to customize playlists for every mood and event.

Apply EAX for the ultimate listening experience
EAX audio technology delivers an unsurpassed listening experience by adding customizable effects to your audio files. With a whole range of EAX effects and applications, you can create the listening experience that?s right for you.

Accessorize and enhance your active lifestyle
Complete with backlit LCD display and built-in microphone, the NOMAD Wired Remote provides quick and easy access for your convenience.


Specifications:


Interface: USB or Optional docking station

FM Tuner: Built-in with 32 preset stations

LCD Display: Large Backlit Display 132 x 64 pixel

Voice Recording: G721 ADPCM encoding at 32 Kbps; up to 2 hours recording on 32MB SmartMedia

Audio Codec Support: MP3, WMA; Reprogrammable for future formats

Signal to Noise Ratio: >90 dB

Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz

Maximum Output: 5 - 7 mW

Standard Playback Usage: 8 - 10 hours for MP3/voice playback

Size W x H x D (mm): 65 x 93 x 21

Memory: 1 SmartMedia slot for optional 32 MB or 64 MB removable memory

Harmonic Distortion Output: 0.05% @ 1kHz with 32 ohm load

Battery Usage: 1 x AA alkaline

Weight: 88g w/o batteries

Features:


Reprogrammable for supporting multiple digital audio formats and other software extensions in the future

Supports Microsoft's Windows Media Format

Supports various audio compression standards through future upgrades available via Internet downloads

Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection offers faster transfer rates and ease of connectivity

Non-mechanical player offers skip-free, continuous playback

32MB SmartMedia allows hours of CD-quality audio and voice recording

Built-in FM Tuner stores up to 32 preset stations

Large, icon-based LCD screen with backlight for easy viewing in any environment

Wired remote control gives quick access to playback controls during extreme activity

Bass-enhanced stereo backphones

Creative's PlayCenter 2 allows you to manage, access, upload, and download content to your NOMAD II player in seconds

PlayCenter 2 digital audio software also allows users to encode, decode and archive high quality MP3 files and Windows Media files. It also allows users to convert an unlimited number of CD tracks and compile them according to preferences

SSFDC (Solid State Floppy Disk Card) compliant SmartMedia flash memory card allows audio content to be swapped with other SSFDC compliant devices without the need for reformatting

SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative) ready device ensures listeners play digital music in secure formats
Package Contents:


1 Creative NOMAD II player

1 CD installation disc

1 MP3 content CD

1 USB connector cable

1 32MB removable SmartMedia card

1 AA size alkaline battery

1 pair of Bass-Enhanced Stereo Backphones

1 wired remote control


Manufactured by: Creative Labs
Manufacturer Part No: 7000000003071

THIS ITEM IS AN OPEN BOX ITEM:

What Happens When A Customer Decides They Don't Want Something ....After They've Opened The Box?... We have a problem. What do we do with these opened, but UNUSED items? After all, once the seal is broken, they can't be re-sold as "new." But in reality, they ARE new and unused...

 

[coons10]

I will NEVER buy anything from TigerDirect. :frown:

 

[dp004i]

Has anybody tried this with higher-end headphones? My Rio Volt can't drive anything over 32 ohm (tried it with Sennheiser HD495 and HD500, both were really quiet even at full volume), so I could use something with a better headphone jack.

 

[shooz]

Does anyone know the model number of this (e.g. DAP-xxxx)? It isn't very clear if it comes with 0MB or 32MB internally and is shipped with a 32MB SmartMedia card... the page sorta says both.

-shoOz

 

[Foghorn]

Sold out. There is a $59 open box version of the same on the site. $9.50 shipping though...

 

[Fritzo]

<< Sold out. There is a $59 open box version of the same on the site. $9.50 shipping though... >>



Still a great deal. Here's the $59 one: Link

They're slightly different model numbers, but I don't know the difference between the two.

 

[geckojohn]

I think I'm gonna order one of these! This looks great!!

 

[geckojohn]

Has anyone had any problems with this mp3 player. I am thinking about buying it, because it seems like such a good price. But I've heard some bad reviews about poor quality construction. Any input would be appreciated.

Thanks

 

[scsiguru]

Ordered mine before they sold out....shipping was almost $10 though..:frown: The order status shows that it's been shipped but I still don't have a tracking number. Anxious to see what it's like when I get it. I guess I'll be looking for a 128MB SM card. Anyone know of any good deals out there???

 

[Codeloss]

Best deal for 128mb I've seen is at newegg.com
Mr. Flash 128mb smart media card for < $50 shipped

 

[goggleax]

Try here for lots of Creative Nomad (I II MG etc., ) and Jukebox info, bios's, reviews, forums etc.

I like it.

 

[Rokan]

Got one for Christmas. Use it while working, it's a great player.

 

[geckojohn]

goggleax -

Thanks for the helpful site. Now, I just have to decide if I want to spend money!!



Codeloss,

Fry's has a deal right now on 128mb Smartmedia cards. I think they were around $50 in the ad today in the LA Times.

 

[Laxer]

I concur that Newegg.com does have the 128 mb smartmedia cards for a pretty cheap price (I think it was $43 last I checked) and there were reviews that it worked just fine with Nomad II players.

I ordered one of those Nomad II (with 32 mb onboard) from Tigerdirect at the end of the year and it came about a week later. While I didn't have much shipping info during the time everything was in transit (and didn't get much of an email response from tigerdirect when the tracking # they gave me didn't help), I got my package within a reasonable amount of time and everything seemed to be in order. I like the Nomad II compared to the IIc that is also sold at Tigerdirect.. the headphones and remote are a nice touch as well as the FM tuner which seems to be pretty handy as well. I haven't had any problems with the volume control not being loud enough like a few people mentioned somewhere before... I need to play around and bang this up more to get a feel for it though. I had a little trouble here and there with installing the software, but there seemed to be plenty of help on the internet as well as a little from Creative's customer support and I had that problem cleared up.

Now I'm just waiting for my smartmedia card to arrive from Newegg.

 

[jplee3]

i have a strange feeling that the original Nomad II posted at first is the model with 0mb onboard. i don't know if anyone else noticed in the product descriptions at the top, but for the original link it read:
"Creative Nomad II Digital Audio Player Open Box" (note the missing "32"). however, if you look at the $59.99 Nomad II, you'll see the product description reads: "Creative Nomad II 32 Digital Audio Player Open Box" -so i dunno... what do you think??? i guess $49.99's still not a bad price for the 0mb model, although i got the same model for the same price on that emusic deal a few years back (that was extremely hot)

 

[scsiguru]

Well...I ordered the $49 one. It was shipped yesterday and the tracking number sent to me works. May get it by Monday if UPS can keep it on track. I plan to order a 128MB SM card anyway so I really don't care if I don't get a 32MB card...but it would be nice to have it though. When the package arrives I'll post what's included.

 

[jplee3]

i think it comes with the 32mb SM card but it's the 0mb onboard memory model

 

[uta]

I just received my Nomad II from Tigerdirect this morning. That was some quick shipping!!! Anyhow, Tigerdirect says that the Nomads are "open-box" but they are in fact factory sealed refurbished units. I don't know which is better but I hate tigerdirect's play on words.

Here's the contents:

USB cable 1.5m
refurbished mp3 player
remote, mp3 player
headphone
nomad II quick setup guide

 

[uta]

WHERE'S MY 32MB SMARTMEDIA CARD!!! Now I know why Tigerdirect is hated.

 

[Fritzo]

WHat the???? I got a UPS tracking number from them, I went to UPS.com, and it appears my package went back in time! Check this out:

Jan 14, 2002 8:48 A.M. TOLEDO HUB, OH, US ARRIVAL SCAN
Jan 11, 2002 9:08 P.M. ADDISON, IL, US DEPARTURE SCAN
7:15 P.M. ADDISON, IL, US ORIGIN SCAN
Aug 24, 2000 10:54 A.M. MIDDLETON, WI, US DELIVERY


I live in Toledo, so it started in Toledo, went back to Addison IL on Jan 11, then arrived in Middleton, WI in the YEAR 2000!!!!! WTF? Did I order a DeLorian or something? The UPS truck must have hit 88 MPH or something!

 

[scsiguru]

Well...just rec'd mine today. NO 32MB Smartmedia card. I guess that's OK because I just wanted to have one 128MB card anyway. Just ordered that from newegg. Definitely a refurb unit (not "open box" as described on tigerdirect's site)...there are scratches on the unit....everything else looks OK. I guess I may need to add to the reports on resellerratings...

 

[Atrac]

Got mine today and as expected (based on other people's comments), no smart media card. Frankly at this price, I don't care. I'll just buy a Smart Media Card (gotta love Newegg.com!).

Mine is in perfect condition except for one scratch. It looks like an intentional scratch of about half an inch across the battery cover. I think Creative does that to mark it as a refurb (like Ross or TJ Maxx has shirts with the tags cut in half). It is not enough to bother me.

The only other thing I note is that the unit does *NOT* seem to be compatible with the Nomad Docking station. I pull of the rubber piece on the bottom and there's nothing there. There is supposed to be a port for the docking station to make contact. Again, for this price, I still don't care.

I suppose the principle of the situation suggests I should be po'ed that it didn't come "as advertised," but I think the time I'd spend trying to get this resolved is not worth the price of a $12 32 Meg Smart Media Card.

So, good deal, but not GREAT deal.

 

[Keltron]

i wouldnt buy anything form tigerdirect either. they are the worst i dealt with. i wouldnt consider anything tyger direct as a hot deal

 

[Fritzo]

TigerDirect strikes again! I got my MP3 player....no headphones, no remote. I call, the guy on the phone goes "Duuuuuhhhhhhh, you not supposed to get headphone. Ug!" I said I had a printout of the webpage and in the "What's in the box" list, it says Bass reflex headphones and a wired remote. The CS monkey goes "Duuuuuhhhh....me have to verify with manager. Me make sure you have it in 5 days."

Yeah...we'll see.

 

[SteveNYC]

BTW, just thought I'd mention that the Beta firmware for the 0 Meg Nomad II is no longer Beta. It's finally final. Finally!

For those of you interested, go to http://www.nomadworld.com/downloads/firmware/. Just remember to download the firmware SPECIFIC to your device. They are different!

Enjoy.