First hand-held recordable DAB radio with MP3 player

The Perstel DR301 is the first hand-held recordable DAB radio with MP3 player to arrive in Singapore.

The pocket-sized Perstel DR301 plays audio files in MP3/MP2/WMA formats, which should satisfy fans of MP3 players. The extra advantage to the user is that the Perstel DR301 is also a DAB radio, and even allows recording of digital radio broadcasts. Unlike the current MP3 players which may offer FM radio, the Perstel DR301 lets users tune into 24-hour DAB channels which broadcast non-stop music in digital clarity. Its recording capability brings a whole new dimension to radio listening. Users can record DAB radio broadcasts, and replay them whenever they choose. Connecting the Perstel DR301 to the PC using its supplied USB cable means being able to manage recordings and music playlists with ease. Recorded broadcasts can even be copied for play on the PC.

Fans of MP3 players will find that with the Perstel DR301, they automatically get an additional source of digital music with DAB. Best of all, this source is free and available 24 hours a day, and no downloading is needed.

About Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)
With the use of the latest digital technology, Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) is already offering much more than the normal radio. Besides clear digital quality reception, audio services are supplemented with text and graphics. In Singapore, users of DAB receivers are already enjoying MediaCorp Radio’s SmartRadio DAB service which broadcasts 6 exclusive digital channels and 8 FM simulcast stations. Information such as song titles, artistes’ info and traffic reports are simultaneously broadcasted, and listeners can view the information as scrolling text on their receiver’s LCD screen.

PERSTEL DR301 POCKET DAB/FM RADIO
• Single Band DAB / Band III / FM
• MP2/MP3/WMA file playback
• Record / Pause / Rewind
• SD Card support up to 1GB
• Easy to read multi-functional LCD display with backlight
• Excellent reception and sound performance from unique design
• Battery operation
• USB Data Transfer
• 1-year Warranty
Dimensions : 108 x 61 x 27.3mm
Weight : 100g
Accessories included:
• Stereo earphone
• 3 AA Size Alkaline Batteries
• USB Cable
• Wrist Strap
Retail Price: SGD 469.00
For more information on DAB technology, visit their websites @ www.orangecom.com.sg or www.dab.org.sg