CeBIT 2005 / Hannover, Germany - Power Quotient International (PQI) The mPack P800 breaks new ground as the first PMP to support the Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format (SPDIF). When linked to a 5.1-Channel Home theater system via optical Toslink port, mPack P800 is able to deliver a crystal clear 5.1 digital surround sound for music and movies. mPack P800 also supports a broader and more inclusive variety of media formats than any other device of its kind, including: - Video: MPEG 1/2/4, XviD, ASF, AVI, MOD (decoding); MPEG 1 (encoding), with WMV 9 encoding soon available via free firmware upgrade;
- Audio: MP3 CBR/VBR, WMA, AC3, AAC, WAV, OGG (decoding); WAV, MP3 (encoding);
- Photo: JPEG, GIF, BMP, PNG, RAW Image. Thanks to mPack P800's TV/DVD recording capability, entertainment lovers can record their favorite DVDs, home videos, and TV programs or sporting events direct from their TV for later playback -- whenever and wherever they want -- on the unit's 3.5-inch, 320 x 240 full-color TFT LCD screen. Live FM radio listening and recording capability is also supported. As a storage/playback platform, mPack P800 enables users to play entertainment from its hard disk drive onto a home TV or theater system. Its USB 2.0 transfer capability not only allows quick download of videos, photos and audio files, but also enables text documents and other files to be easily stored and carried.
Movies - PQI's mPack P800 is able to play video files recorded in resolutions higher than 760 x 576 (30 fps) -- the highest among all leading PMPs. The unit's LCD screen provides exceptional, full-color rendition of any kind of visual entertainment.
Music - Music lovers can load hours of songs into mPack P800. In addition to MP3s and the many other formats supported, mPack P800 displays available album art on its screen; a built-in EQ enables the user to adjust the sound for normal, jazz, pop, rock, or classic sound environment. The onboard FM tuner makes listening to and recording favorite live FM programs easy.
Photos - The mPack P800 also functions as a walking photo gallery. The unit's type II CompactFlash slot lets users mount their CompactFlash card directly into mPack in order to save and view pictures without connecting to a PC. Memory Stick, Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard and SmartMedia cards are supported through an optional 4-in-1 adapter. Convenience Features - mPack P800 includes two different remote controls -- an in-line wired remote for close-up control, and a wireless infrared remote control for use across the room such as when connected to a home system. The remotes also allow quick navigation of music files, video, and pictures, making it fun and convenient to experience all forms of stored entertainment.
PIMS functions of the mPack P800 including a calendar, address book, and clock. The internal microphone allows instant, on-the-fly recording of lectures, business meetings, or verbal notes.
mPack P800 even includes a number of entertaining games to make sure users are never bored. Other advanced usability features include a full complement of operational software including full-function audio/visual file browser, a download manager, address book manager, media library, and smart firmware update utility. Pricing and Availability - PQI's mPack P800 requires 4400 mAh to operate (two permanently-installed 2200 mAh rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries) and comes with 70mW ear bud earphones; AC adaptor with cable; USB 2.0, SPDIF cable, Manual, Quick Guide, CD and A/V cables; infrared and in-line remote controls; daytime carrying bag; and larger travel bag with room for all accessories.
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