MP3 satellite radio has changed the way we listen to music. There are iPods and iTunes and then there is the radio. Internet radio introduced us to the idea of commercial-free radio, so it seemed an inevitable marriage for MP3 technology and satellite radio technology. Now, you may be wondering how to get the most out of your various devices. For example, what if there's a radio program you really like and want to record? Or what if there's a show you really want to listen to but it's playing at 3am and you have to work the next morning? Time Trax software and hardware brings the befuddled music lover the perfect solution!

Sure, you can purchase MP3 satellite radios directly from Sirius or XM Radio that can capture streaming radio and save it onto your portable player for later listening. For instance, XM's Samsung Nexus, the Sirius S50 or the Dell DJ MP3 satellite one will store up to 50 hours of time-shifted content and record your favorite shows. However, the shortcoming is that the contents are only available on that particular device. While you can plug your portable gadget into your car, home stereo or in some cases your computer, you won't be able to effectively transfer individual songs or hours of broadcast back to your computer.

However, Time Trax has come to the rescue for subscribers who own XM PCR, MX Direct and Sirius Connect (models SIR-KEN1, SIR-JVC1, SIR-PNR1, and SIR-ALP1) MP3 satellite radio receivers! The ground-breaking docking stations debuted in 2005, but having received no particular endorsements from Sirius or XM, have remained relatively in the shadows, as a Tech Blogger's dream come true.

What will you need to get started with Time Trax? First, you'll obviously need your MP3 satellite radio and a subscription to either Sirius or XM, or simply an online subscription. If you just want to record off the internet and convert it to MP3 format for your iPod, you can choose to download the software for $49. The other option is for people who want to record from their receivers. These Sirius or XM subscribers can purchase the Time Trax Complete package for $169.99, which includes a small adapter, a receiver, a USB cable, a stereo adapter cable and an AC power adapter. It's actually quite simple when you really look at the configuration - the USB cable connects from the Time Trax adapter to your computer and the other included cable connects the Time Trax adapter to your Sirius or XM receiver.

The Time Trax TraxCatcher is an awesome MP3 satellite radio product as well, which is a small radio type unit with a USB memory stick that connects to it (think iPod docking station). You can then unplug the USB, stick it into your computer and transfer recordings quickly and easily. TraxCatcher starts at $99 and is available on the internet at TimeTraxTech.com.

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