Last-minute questions (before buying) about NWZ-A82x

[mdsjack]

Hi, before buying a nwz-a828 I need to ask a few questions.

Bluetooth: does it have other uses than cordless headphones? I mean, will I be able (maybe after a firmware update) to connect other devices such as a PC for file transfer? Or a non-sony HiFi? or what else?

Line Out: i read on the forum that I can make a custom line-out cable out of some specific pins of the WMPORT, but where can I find a spare wmport cable/plug to build my own cable? Do you think LineOut will be implemented via firmware update? In the meanwhile, can I connect my stereo to the earphones plug?

Videos: is Super © [ http://www.erightsoft.com/SUPER.html - http://www.erightsoft.com/SUPERsnap3.html ] right to convert video to a compatible format for the walkman? (it supports both the formats mentioned in the specs)

Can I transfer videos with a simple drag&drop?

Thanks a lot!

Edited April 28, 2008 by mdsjack

[paugustin]

Don't expect anything from firmware updates. The only way to get lineout is to buy a docking station from Sony. You can still connect your stereo to the earphones plug and set the sound to max.

You probably won't be able to get a wm-port plug unless you take a wm-port cable apart.

[mdsjack]

uhm... ok, but will I be able to hear anything connecting my hifi to the earphones plug? will I "break" my hifi?

what about bluetooth?

[paugustin]

You will hear your music, I do this with my A818. It won't break your stereo.

No clue about the bluetooth, sorry.

[mdsjack]

oh, ok, so it's like a cd player, there's no technical issue (impedence and such things) that doesn't let me plug the walkman to the stereo.

let's see if anyone knows about the other issues.