MP3 Troubles

Fit_Like

My husband has just decided to charge my Zen MP3 through the cigarette lighter in the car with the DVD charger and now the Zen won't switch on do you think he has blown something in it any advice appreicated. X

andy2004

question? is the dvd charger more than 5volts output, usually devices like the zen are 5-6volts
if you read the little sticker on the back it will tell you whats required.

baby-mechanic

Also consider the reset button.

Ximian

Sounds like the voltage may have been different between chargers despite having the same adapter. Have a look at the back of the devices and see what the charge voltages are, I'm betting that the DVD has a higher charge voltage and the ZEN mp3 player is damaged.

Fit_Like

Yip he's charged it with a 12 volt charger! And its only 5 volt agh!

Is that it? Is there anything I can do with it? Or is it a case of buying another one?

Ximian

It could be something minor that is damaged in the MP3 player or it could be a few components that were damaged by the higher voltage. I guess you have two choices (if it was me): have someone check the unit, someone that repairs electronic devices, which may cost a few ££ parts+ labour, you might be able to get a rough quote on labour plus repair costs .... or trash it and buy a new MP3 player. Make sure your husband pays :rotfl: