1) That model is pre the current, and (was) better, being that you have an analog tuner built in. "Was better" is subject to analog turners becoming obsolete in the not too distance future in North America. It will (I think) act every bit as good as the current model without tuners.
Perhaps summarized, ...you got a great deal, "while it lasts," (that being analog turners in North America).
...Bitman, please correct any inaccuracies (not spelling errors :-) of my comments.
2) Apparently Hava's player works, but I haven't tried (see post on subject below).