![]() The Rio PMP300 was supplied with a copy of the "Music Match" software for managing the user's MP3 library. RioPort was the first digital music service to license secure, single-track commercial downloads from major record labels. ![]() The Rio also spawned one of the first Digital Music service providers (ASP or SaaS Cloud Service), RioPort. An upgraded version was later released, which is colored translucent green and equipped with a larger 64 MB internal memory, at a cost of $250. The Rio retailed for US $200 with the ability to hold around 30 minutes of music at a bitrate of 128 kbit/s. Connection to a personal computer is through the computer's parallel port, with a proprietary connector on the Rio's edge. It is powered by a single AA battery, which provides between 8 and 12 hours of playback time. It shipped with 32 MB of internal memory and has a SmartMedia slot, allowing users to add additional memory. ![]() It can play MP2 and MP3 format audio files, and has support for a variety of bitrates, including MP3 variable-bitrate (VBR) support. ![]() The LCD displays the track number being played and the track play time. The device has controls for skipping tracks forwards or backwards, repeat, random play and four preset equalizer settings. Roughly the dimensions of a deck of cards (3.5 inches by 2.5 inches and 0.625 inches thick), the Rio is black, and features an LCD screen and a circular pad with control buttons. ![]()
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