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MP3 player Philips GoGear SA2840

The Philips GoGear SA2840 is a compact and lightweight MP3 player, perfect for music lovers on the go. With a storage capacity of 4 GB, it allows you to keep a large selection of your favorite tracks while ensuring smooth playback thanks to its flash memory.

This model stands out with its excellent signal-to-noise ratio of 80 dB, providing exceptional audio quality. It supports various audio formats such as MP3, WAV, and WMA, ensuring optimal compatibility for your music files.

The Philips GoGear SA2840 features a 128 x 64 pixels OLED screen with backlighting, allowing for clear visibility of information even in low-light conditions. Additionally, its lightweight of 29 g makes it an ideal companion for everyday use.

In terms of connectivity, it has a 3.5 mm headphone jack for compatibility with many audio devices. The player also includes a voice recording function to capture sounds with optimal quality.

Finally, the Philips GoGear SA2840 is powered by provided batteries, allowing you to use it immediately after purchase. Whether for listening to music, recording voice notes, or enjoying an enriching audio experience, this MP3 player is designed to meet your needs.

Manual of product GoGear SA2840

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Editorial note

The Philips GoGear SA2840 MP3 player stands out with its 4 GB storage capacity, offering appreciable flexibility to keep a reasonable amount of music and audio files. Its audio quality is also remarkable, with a signal-to-noise ratio of 80 dB and a built-in equalizer, allowing users to adjust their listening experience according to their preferences. However, the storage capacity may prove insufficient for audiophiles looking to build a vast music library. Additionally, the lack of FM radio and wireless connectivity, such as Bluetooth, limits listening options, which could disappoint some users. The screen resolution, although backlit, remains relatively low at 128 x 64 pixels, which may hinder navigation through the menus. In terms of design, the Philips GoGear SA2840 is lightweight and compact, weighing only 29 g, making it easy to carry. Nevertheless, some may find it not very robust against shocks or drops. Ultimately, this product offers good value for money for those seeking a simple MP3 player, but alternatives with more features are available on the market. Overall, the Philips GoGear SA2840 is an interesting choice for users looking for a functional audio device, although its limitations in storage and connectivity may restrict its appeal to some.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally positive, thanks to a backlit OLED screen that facilitates navigation, but the resolution of 128 x 64 pixels could be improved for a more enjoyable use.

Performance

The audio performance is satisfactory with a signal-to-noise ratio of 80 dB, but audiophiles might find it limited compared to other more advanced models.

Battery life

The usage duration is excellent, allowing for prolonged listening thanks to its 4 GB storage capacity, although this may be insufficient for some users.

Design

The lightweight and compact design of 29 g makes the product easy to carry, but some users might find it not very robust.

Features

The features are interesting, such as voice recording and the equalizer, but the lack of FM radio and wireless connectivity may be a drawback for some.

Value for money

The product offers good value for money for users looking for a simple MP3 player, but alternatives with more features are available on the market.


Advantages

4 GB of storage for music and files

Audio quality with a signal-to-noise ratio of 80 dB

Backlit OLED screen for better visibility

Lightweight and compact, easy to carry

High-quality voice recording available

Disadvantages

Limited storage capacity of 4 GB

No built-in FM radio

Insufficient audio quality for audiophiles

Low resolution screen of 128 x 64

Lack of Bluetooth connectivity

Lightweight, but not very sturdy

Technical Specifications GoGear SA2840

General Information

Storage support

  • Total storage capacity
    4 GB
  • Multimedia player type
    Flash memory

Audio

  • Signal-to-noise ratio report
    80 dB
  • Equalizer
    Yes
  • Frequency range
    80 - 18000 Hz
  • Digital bitrate WMA
    5 - 320 Kbit/s
  • WMA sampling rate
    8, 11.025, 16, 22.050, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz kHz

File formats

  • Supported audio formats
    MP3
  • WAV
  • WMA

Headphones/Earphones

  • Headset connection
    3.5 mm

Recording mode

  • Voice recording
    Yes

Other features

  • Audio recording formats
    WAV
  • Connectivity technology
    Wired

Radio

  • FM Radio
    No

Screen

  • Screen
    OLED
  • Screen resolution
    128 x 64 pixels
  • Backlighting
    Yes
  • Number of lines displayed
    4 lines

Packaging contents

  • Batteries included
    Yes

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    29 g
  • Width
    41 mm
  • Height
    15 mm
  • Width
    41 mm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows for wireless data transmission between different electronic devices using radio waves. Generally, the range of this communication can extend up to ten meters.
What is the weight of the Philips GoGear SA2840 model?
The Philips GoGear SA2840 model weighs 29 g.
What is the height of the Philips GoGear SA2840 model?
The height of the Philips GoGear SA2840 is 15 mm.
What is the screen resolution of the Philips GoGear SA2840?
The screen of the Philips GoGear SA2840 has a resolution of 128 x 64 pixels.
What is the width of the Philips GoGear SA2840 model?
The Philips GoGear SA2840 is 41 mm wide.
What is the depth of the Philips GoGear SA2840 model?
The Philips GoGear SA2840 has a depth of 41 mm.
Is the user manual for the Philips GoGear SA2840 available in French?
Yes, the user manual for the Philips GoGear SA2840 is available in French.

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Presentation of product GoGear SA2840 specifications from brand Philips

General Information

The Philips GoGear SA2840 is an MP3 player from the renowned brand Philips, known for its commitment to quality and innovation in the field of electronic devices. This model, identified by the reference SA2840/02, is designed to provide reliable performance and a pleasant user experience. The EAN code 8712581409791 allows for precise identification of this product within distribution systems.

Storage Support

With a capacity of 4 GB, the Philips GoGear SA2840 allows for the storage of a significant amount of audio files, thus meeting various digital entertainment needs. This player uses flash memory, ensuring smooth playback of different audio formats.

Audio

The player features a signal-to-noise ratio of 80 dB, ensuring remarkable sound quality and interference-free listening. It is equipped with a equalizer that allows for frequency adjustments for a personalized sound output. Its frequency range extends from 80 to 18000 Hz, while the WMA bit rate varies from 5 to 320 Kbit/s, guaranteeing an enriching listening experience.

File Formats

The Philips GoGear SA2840 supports several audio formats, including MP3, WAV, and WMA, ensuring optimal compatibility for listening to your favorite tracks.

Headphones/Earphones

The player is equipped with a 3.5 mm headphone jack, providing wide compatibility with various audio devices.

Recording Mode

This model also allows for voice recording, offering the ability to capture sounds and voices with satisfactory quality, adding an additional functionality to its use.

Other Features

The audio recording format offered is WAV, which ensures efficient compression while maintaining acceptable sound quality. The Philips GoGear SA2840 uses wired connectivity, making its use simple and free from constraints related to wireless connectivity.

Radio

It is important to note that this model does not have the FM Radio feature, which may limit listening options for users wishing to follow live radio stations.

Screen

The player is equipped with an OLED screen, which offers superior image quality. Its resolution of 128 x 64 pixels allows for pleasant viewing, although it is less intuitive due to its size. The backlighting of the screen enhances readability in dark environments, and it can display up to 4 lines of information.

Packaging Contents

Upon purchase, the Philips GoGear SA2840 comes with batteries included, allowing you to use it immediately without worrying about power supply.

Weight and Dimensions

Weighing only 29 g, this player is lightweight and easily portable. Its compact dimensions of 41 mm deep, 15 mm high, and 41 mm wide facilitate its integration into various spaces and ensure easy handling.