Creative Zen Vision:M 30 GB MP3 and Video Player (Green) Review

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(More customer reviews)I've had my Zen M for about 2 months now so I think I have a good feel for what it's pros and cons are. Here you go:
Pros: Beautiful and Bright Screen (displays thousands of more colors than the Ipod video by the way). Even at 50% brightness (which is default setting out of the box) it looks bright!
Ability to Customize most of the features. This includes being able to set your own photos for the wallpaper, custom equilizer, custom brightnes setting, custom shortcut button, organization of folders(audio, photo, video folders)...etc.
Great Sound! This isn't a surprise because Creative develops sound hardware/software like soundcards.
Good User Interface: The thumb scroller interface takes a few days to get used to, then it's pretty user friendly. You can customize the sensitivity of it too.
Ability to play lots of different video files like Divx and Mpg4.
This was a big selling point for me. The screen is perfect for watching cartoons and anime on.
Good Size. I'm refering to it's physical size. It's actually the perfect size and feels great in your hand. Still pocketable and still feels rock solid and not fragile.
Displays Album cover art! I had trouble with this function in the beginning only because in order to get it to display the album art correctly, you need to rip the Cd album with a program that automatically downloads album info including art. One program that does this is Windows Media Player.
--For the techies that don't want to re-rip everything to get the album art to display, just download a small jpeg image of the album cover that is about 150 by 150 pixels, rename it folder.jpg, make it a hidden file and place it in the folder of the correct album. When you move it to your player it will ask you whether you want to move it to the photo folder, make sure you select "no" and leave it where it is.
Cons: There isn't a lot about this player that is negative. But one aspect which is really annoying is that to charge it or plug it to the computer you have to use this tiny seperate adapter that comes in the box. It's the white adapter/attachment that looks like a dock connector. What the heck were they thinking! I have to carry the separate item everywhere I go just in case I need to charge it or upload music. It sucks man! Why the heck didn't they just build all of the ports into the player itself!!
Also, they should've included the video output cable instead of selling it separately! Or at least made it use a standard video cable! Also, the battery is not removable... at least not meant to be.
These are the only reasons why I gave this player 4 out of 5 stars. Otherwise I would have given 5 out of 5! All in All this player really rocks and is worth every penny! ... and is a much better buy then the "other" competition out there.
Hope this is helpful to you guys. If it is, please give me a vote. Thanks!
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Creative Labs' ZEN Vision:M is the fusion of music, photos and video into one compact player. With its 30GB of storage you can store up to 15,000 songs, and up to 120 hours of video. Use it as a portable storage device, for sharing all your audio, video and photos easily. In between listening and viewing session you can hear the top songs on the FM tuner. Sync your player's personal organizer with Microsoft Outlook to transfer your calendar, contacts and task list so you won't miss your important appointments and anniversaries. Watch TV, film and video clips on the LCD monitor -- or connect the Zen Vision:M to a TV and enjoy video that's larger than life. Photo formats -JPEG, GIF, TIFF, PNG and BMP Video Playback -Up to 4 hoursSyncs with and views Microsoft Outlook Contacts, Calendar & Tasks 8 EQ settings -Acoustic, Classical, Disco, Jazz, New Age, Pop, Rock and Vocal Contacts, calendar and tasks Repeat, resume, and random play Sleep and wake timers Outputs -TV-out with stereo audio; 3.5 mm mini-jack composite Battery life -Up to 14 hours (Charge time -6.5 hours USB, 2.5 hours AC) Dimensions(WxHxD) -4.1 x 2.4 x 0.7Weight -5.7 oz.

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Monster A-IP-FM-CH-PS Wireless FM Transmitter Review

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(More customer reviews)First off, people are getting this transmitter confused with the previous Monster FM transmitter. You are NOT limited to only 8 stations. This transmitter allows you to program in ANY station you choose, and it's very easy to do so.
Pros:
You can program in any station! The stations are NOT predetermined so any empty station you find, just program it in and youre set to go, which makes this perfect for road trips.
Charges up your iPod while you go.
You can set three 'favourite' stations so you can switch back and forth between a couple if one goes out.
Very simple and easy to use. Not a lot of cords to get tangled up.
Cons
Every FM transmitter you buy for your iPod is going to have a loss in sound quality. It is NOT going to sound like youre playing a CD. It sounds like the radio.
No dock or anything to set the little station switcher on. I would've like even a double sided sticker mount so I could stick it to the dash or something instead of it hanging there, but I'm really just being picky here.
Finding a station in the surrounding Cleveland area was tough! There are hardly any completely static stations (I never realized how many darn country stations there are here, yeesh.) So far I have found 4 open stations. However, this is NOT the companys fault. Finding a clear open station is soley going to depend on where you live and where you are when you drive.
I found 3 completely open static stations starting at 87.5 and up. OF COURSE, this FM transmitter starts at 88.1. Grrr. But it wasn't a problem because in the end I was able to find 4 open ones throughout the spectrum. However, it would've been nice if it started at 87.5.
Okay this is COMPLETELY an aesthetic complaint but I dislike red LED lights. My car has blue so it doesn't match, but once again, that is completely nitpicking.
All in all, this is worth the money. It really is a must if you want to play your iPod on the road, but don't expect it to sound like your surround sound home theatre system. It is an FM transmitter.

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Take Your iPod for a Spin on Any FM Radio Station FM Radio Station And keep it charged up along the way.Why fumble with CDs when you can play your iPod in the car on virtually any FM radio station? Now you can do that and keep your iPod charged at the same time with iCarPlay Wireless Plus.Digital FM Tuner for Great Sound AnywhereProgrammable, backlit station presets make it fast and easy to set and change stations on the go.With some other FM transmitters, finding an FM frequency clear enough to play your iPod through can be tough-especially while driving through different areas and terrain. But since you can tune iCarPlay Wireless Plus to almost any FM station, you have full FM tuning flexibility in getting the best sound, free of interference. Simply tune your car radio to any clear FM station, tune iCarPlayWireless Plus to the same station, hit play on your iPod and you'reready to roll. Change presets any time you need a clearer station.Stay Charged for the Whole TripFor added flexibility and convenience, Monster Smart Digital Charging technology rapidly charges your iPod, then switches to a trickle charge to optimize its performance. It all makes iCarPlay Wireless Plus the best way to enjoy full stereo sound from your iPod in your car, no matter where your travels take you.

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Archos FM Remote for Archos 5 and 7 Internet Media Tablets (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)Note: When I first purchased this accessory, it did not work until later when I updated my firmware. Only then did it become functional.
In one sense, this is a slick and versatile little accessory for your Archos IMT. It does allow you limited control over your MP3's and also the ability to listen to the radio as well as record voice memos. This is an imaginitive and inexpensive add-on to add to your collection.
However, now I can't remember why I bought this: I rarely listen to the radio, and if I wanted to do that I could buy one for ten bucks or so instead of using the biggest and best media player available. If I wanted a voice recorder, there are far smaller such gadgets available. I guess it's just cool that the FM Remote can do these things, and isn't the primary reason you buy an IMT. It simply increases its versatility, which is already great.
Two things to keep in mind:
1) When the FM Remote is plugged in, the IMT's built-in speakers disengage, so you will have to use headphones or MP3 speakers. Fortunately, the FM remote also has a headphone jack at the top.
2) The FM Remote cable is only slightly longer than the length of an average adult arm, which means that anything you could use the remote to do, you could also just reach over and interface directly with the Archos anyways. Ergo, the Remote isn't really that remote.
All in all, it is ok.
- CtheV

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Video did not kill the radio star! Widen the useability of your Archos player by adding the Archos FM Remote with built-in FM receiver to listen to radio anywhere. Wherever you go you've got music on your Internet Media Tablet. Sometimes you may simply not have any internet connection this little inconvenience shouldn't prevent you from listening to the radio when you're out in the country side hiking or biking. That's where the FM remote comes in handy. The features don't stop there! The FM remote also allows you to record directly from the radio into a standard digital format so that even if you can't download a podcast or if you want to enjoy the slience in the woods you can still listen to your favorite show… And conveniently you can also make vocal memo recordings with the built-in microphone. Just in case you would forget to bring milk on the way back home. Remote control with built in FM receiver Records radio to the hard drive of your Archos player Includes mic for voice recording Please note: This product has been confirmed by Archos as not being compatible with the Archos 5 Android Internet Tablet

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Belkin TuneCast Mobile FM Transmitter Review

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(More customer reviews)The Belkin Tunecast is basically a small radio transmitter that plugs into the headphone jack of your iPod. The Tunecast transmits the music from your iPod to one of four selectable frequencies, which you can then listen to by simply tuning your home or car stereo to said frequency.
The most obvious advantage of this little device is the ability to use it anywhere there's a radio. Say you wanted to play your songs on your friend's stereo, or in your friend's car, or on a boombox at the beach: it's practically effortless with the Tunecast. And it's cheap, to boot.
Of course, what you gain in ease of use compared to, say, a direct line into your home or car stereo, you lose in sound quality. The sound is basically FM radio-quailty, with a noticible hiss in the background. Now, it's still more than listenable, and most of the time the music drowns out the hiss, but audiophiles in search of crystal-clear sound quality should look elsewhere (although they probably already know that).
Overall, I would recommend it simply because of its low price and versatility.

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The Belkin TuneCast Mobile FM Transmitter wirelessly connects portable music players to your car or home stereo quickly and easily, letting you enjoy digital audio tracks just about anywhere. Just plug the TuneCast into the headphone jack of your iPod or any other audio source, including your PDA, MP3, CD, or cassette player; or connect it to your PC or laptop. You can then tune your car stereo or receiver to the clearest FM frequency, and enjoy digital music with full sound and convenience. The TuneCast broadcasts to a range of up to 30 feet and comes with a three-year warranty.

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Klipsch iFi Speaker System for iPod Review

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(More customer reviews)The Klipsch iFi is everything an audiophile could ask for in a self-powered 2.1 $400 dollar system. Compatibility with the iPod is a merely a bonus!
I would like to respond to the previous user's review as it is honorable, but innocently false.
I also own the Klipsch Promedia 2.1's and the Klipsch iFi's, but I'm not sure why the previous user had such a difficult time getting his iFi to sound/image better than his Promedias, so let met male this clear: In no way shape or form is the Promedia 2.1 speaker system even remotely close to the quality, finesse and craftsmanship of the Klipsch iFi. The iFi achieves a far higher level of sound clarity and precision, while being more efficient, effective and exquisite. Klipsch tested the iFi to be almost three times louder at the respective maximum SPL while even maintaining a higher discipline of distortion than the Promedias 2.1's. Yes, three times louder with better sound quality. This does not even put them in the same category. That fact alone can whole heartily explain the price difference between them, but allow me to elaborate even further. The iFi's own RSX-3 satellite speakres provide much more impact and fuller and deeper midrange from a stronger, bigger and more capable aluminum driver. The 2.1's sats use a paper cone driver which is smaller and weaker and is held to the baffle with a cheap foam surround. The iFi employs a better, more elaborate titanium horn loaded tweeter that delivers far more sound with greater accuracy than the cheap plastic ones on the 2.1's. The RSX's are far more sophisticated speakers and deliver a sound that is sonically superior and louder than the proimedia satellites. I'm sorry to undermine the previous reviewer, but he is simply wrong.
The subwoofer even divides these two systems further. The 2.1's use a smaller 6.5" woofer with less power in a small enclosure that lacks both depth and proper porting as it emits gobs of port flutter when being pushed hard. The ifi `s subwoofer is a true beast with a full 10Hz lower frequency range, higher SPL, and far less distortion. Please don't get me wrong, the Klispch 2.1's are great speakers and that's exactly why the iFi is also a great system. Because it simply doest just offer the same experience with the addition of an iPod dock for three times the money. It offers you three times the sound quality and, conveniently has an iPod dock. I should also indicate that the remote, while slightly clumsy and small, is the best iPod speaker remote available do to its range.
I would not trade four promedia 2.1 sets for my iFi's
Here are pictures so you can clearly see I have both systems. You can also see the size difference of the subwoofer and the quality difference of the speakers.
Make no mistake, the iFi's trounce the Promeida 2.1's.
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Designed to maximize the Apple iPod and iPod Mini listening experience, the Klipsch iFi speaker system delivers up to 200 watts of peak system power and the ability to control both the iFi and the iPod remotely through walls and floors. Its 2.1 speaker configuration includes two unobtrusive Klipsch Reference Series RSX-3 two-way satellite speakers designed to fit into almost any type of environment and a dedicated subwoofer. It also features a docking station that not only connects but will also charge your iPod or iPod Mini for uninterrupted listening. The iFi comes in a silver finish that complements Apple hardware and is designed for easy "plug-and-play" setup.Each RSX-3 satellite encompasses a two-way, magnetically shielded bass-reflex speaker in a rear-firing port and employs a 3.5-inch aluminum woofer and a 0.75-inch titanium dome compression driver coupled to an exclusive round 90-degree MicroTractrix horn, which creates the Klipsch dynamic signature sound. The woofer is a long-throw unit driven by powerful ceramic magnetic motor structures. The Cerametallic cone is lightweight with excellent rigidity, which dramatically reduces any resonance. Each RSX-3 has an integrated pedestal stand with a ball joint that allows it to be adjusted in almost any direction by using the provided Allen wrench. A keyhole is featured on the underside of the stand base for no-hassle wall mounting. The speaker grille magnetically snaps into place over the front baffle, while a sturdy five-way binding post ensures connection to the speaker cable.The subwoofer, designed specifically for the iFi system, has a built-in Class D amplifier that distributes 200 watts of peak system power to successfully drive all the channels. It also features a slot port and line level input. It employs unique tuning approach to achieve a sound character typically found in much larger subwoofers.The RF remote control can be used to control the iFi and the docked iPod from virtually anywhere in the home -- it can send signals through walls and floors, and can work with up to six remotes.What's in the Box2 RSX-3 satellite speakers, powered subwoofer, iPod/iPod Mini docking-charging station, RF remote control, owner's manual.

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Sirius Stiletto 10/100 Vehicle Kit SLV1 Review

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(More customer reviews)I recently hooked my S100 up to my car and everything seems to work just fine. The only problem i had was setting the fm transmitter to a channel that didn't have any interference from radio stations. Problem solved by connecting Sirius's FM direct Adapter(which connects through the cars antenna plug). No more static in any city. So the only real problem is that this car kit doesn't come with the FM direct adapter which was $20.

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Premium Bluetooth Car Kit FM Transmitter and Hands-Free Calling With Steering Wheel Remote Control - Ideal for iPod, iPhone, iPad, Droid, EVO 4G, BlackBerry, Samsung Galaxy, Smart Phones, and other Bluetooth Compatible Devices Review

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(More customer reviews)The idea is great and I use the blue tooth receiver along with a Motorola car dock to listen to Pandora Radio on my Droid2 phone in the car. One drawback is that the display is blue and hard to read in the daytime. Also, the receiver changes back to 88.1 radio station randomly so you have to be careful of that.
I have been unable to get it to properly read a memory card of music, but I am still working on that - could be user error.

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Logitech PlayStation 2 Cordless Action Controller Review

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(More customer reviews)One thing I always hated about game consoles was the constant tripping over tangled wires. Wires intersecting each other, making a mess of things.
Enter the Logitech Cordless Action Controller!! This is without a doubt one of the best controllers I've ever used! The controllers is very well made. The feel of it is very natural in your hands, though slightly different than the original PS2 Dual Shock. There's a nice satin like finish that prevents alot of dirt from your hands from making the controller too slippery. There is literally no notciable lag or delay in the controller's operation. The controllers 2.4 ghz signal ensures that you won't miss any of the action. Every function of the original is reproduced faithfully. Installation is extremely simple. Plug the reciever into your PS2's controller port and simpley press the action button to get a signal. There is also a button on the reciever to make the connection if needed. The battery life (the controller takes two AA batterys) is approximatley 300 hours without the vibration mode and 50 hours with the vibration mode on. A small sacrifice to make for a great product such as this.
I really can't say enough good things about this product. It's great if you have small children in the house especially. No more worrying if they are going to trip and drag the console across the room. In fact this is such a great controller I'm considering buying a second!

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MODEL- 963320 VENDOR- LOGITECH FEATURES- Logitech Cordless Action Controller 2.4GHz Cordless Dual Analog Sticks Vibration Feedback. Experience the freedom to play anywhere you want and eliminate cable clutter in your living room. The second generation LogitechCordless Action Controller delivers the performance convenience and comfort you have been looking for. It is engineered to be small and light yet it still uses Logitech's highly reliable 2.4 GHz radio frequency technology to deliver precise control with no lag. Includes Cordless Controller 2.4GHz mini-receiver User documentation(2) AA batteries.* Logitech 2.4 GHz radio frequency technology Highly reliable lag-free performance. Enjoy precise control with nocords to get in the way.* Range of 30 feet Play anywhere you want in your living room bedroom dorm room orwherever you game.* Small and light gamepad design Experience the same basic comfort and button access you are used to witha standard corded controller.* Only requires 2 AA batteries (included) We engineered it to be smaller and lighter yet it still provides over50 hours of game play even with vibration on!* Mini receiver Plug it directly into console. Neat and tidy.* Full set of gamepad controls that are Sony Dualshock 2 compatible. D-pad mini-joysticks action buttons triggers and Start Select andMode buttons... everything you need 100% compatible.* Sleep mode The gamepad goes into a sleep mode after 5 minutes of inactivity topreserve battery life.* Two vibration feedback motors Feel like you are part of the action: all the hits crashes explosionsand more.* Vibration on/off button Turn off vibration feedback when you do not need it or when you want toextend battery life even further.* Mode/Status lights on gamepad and receiver An easy visual indication about what mode the gamepad is in andinformation about the connection b

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Sirius SL-EX1 Stiletto Executive Speaker System Review

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(More customer reviews)Have owned this unit for about 3 months now. Very happy with it. It's a nice looking unit and the sound is decent. Couldn't give it 5 stars and here's why: I took it to an outside party, and didn't bring the external antenna that's included with the unit. I thought, "The Stiletto has an antenna built in and since I will be outdoors it shouldn't be a problem." Wrong. You MUST hook up the external antenna. I wish the unit had the capability of detecting that no external antenna is connected, and in that case, switching to the antenna that's integrated with the Stiletto. Not a big deal though, the lack of that feature would not have kept me from purchasing it.

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Kensington 33169 Digital FM Radio and Transmitter for iPods Review

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(More customer reviews)This unit does both: receives FM as a radio, and transmits FM to your radio. Just purchased this yesterday, so I don't have good numbers on how long it takes to drain the iPod's battery. I do know that you can get a solid 4 hours at least. This unit does a fantastic job of transmitting my iPod selections to my FM stereo radio. I can take the iPod 30 metres away, around the house, and the music continues without interruption. I've heard that some of the FM transmitter systems didn't have much of a range, and was pleasantly surprised to find that this one is quite good.
For FM reception - you stick your headphones into the unit itself, rather than into the iPod's headphone jack - so I presume that it is just using the iPod as a power source rather than anything particularly intelligent.
Not needing to buy two different units seems like a good idea to me.
The one downside is that there is no way to charge the iPod while the Kensington unit is connected, whereas some of the FM transmitter-only systems can be plugged into car power supplies.

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You've never heard sound this great from an FM transmitter this small before. What's more, The Kensington 33169 Digital FM Radio and Transmitter for iPods not only plays your iPod wirelessly through any FM stereo--including a car stereo, home stereo, or clock radio--so you can listen to your favorite songs without headphones, it also lets you listen to your favorite FM radio stations through your iPod as well.
This unique 2-in-1 transmitter and radio includes such features as ClearFM circuitry for richer lows, crisper highs, and better stereo separation, and a digital display on the tuner that lets you select any available FM frequency for either reception or transmission. This unit's backlit digital display is easy to read without having to strain your eyes, while its four programmable buttons let you lock in your favorite stations with pre-sets. Best of all, the unit requires no cables, wires, or software, so playing your favorite iPod tunes on your home or car stereo, and listening to your favorite radio stations with your iPod is as easy as 1-2-3.
Compatible with any iPod with a dock connector--including the iPod nano 1G, iPod nano 2G, iPod mini, iPod 3G, iPod 4G (Click Wheel), iPod color, and iPod 5G/5.5G Video--the Kensington digital FM radio and transmitter is backed by Kensington's 1-year warranty.
What's in the Box Kensington 33169 digital FM radio and transmitter, a user's manual and warranty information.

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Griffin Technology iTrip DualConnect for iPhone and iPod touch Review

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(More customer reviews)I had a Griffin FM transmitter with my iPhone 3G that I gave away with the phone. When I purchased my iPhone 4, there didn't seem to be a supported Griffin FM transmitter or car charger that officially worked with the iPhone 4. I wanted a Griffin because the one I had worked well for me. I waited a while, kept checking, and finally there were products offered for the iPhone 4. A LOT of products (from Griffin). I wasn't sure which product to pick. I wanted a car charger and an FM transmitter. I finally picked out the DualConnect as it seemed the closest match. I was hesitant however because there seemed to be mixed reviews around, mostly negative. I went ahead and bought it and it has worked great. It worked the first try with no problems. I had been a little worried about the "dual" part... my car radio doesn't have a line in for external audio input and I figured that part of the cord would dangle about, unused. I was happy to find, however, that the line in is a completely separate cable from the charge unit. SO, for my purposes, I can just leave that cable at home. Thus I have a single cable from car charger to phone, with which I can control the playback directly (with the part that fits into the charger). Also, the app I installed from the AppStore worked without any problems. I was able to auto tune the frequency, set it on the radio, and it just worked.
I don't often leave reviews. I only do so now because I almost didn't buy this product because of the negative reviews I read elsewhere. I'm really happy with it though and glad I finally have a way to listen to my iPhone music in my car.

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Audiovox Car XMH10A Xpress Home Kit Review

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(More customer reviews)I wanted an XM radio for the longest time. I opted for the Audiovox Xpress RC model with the home dock. It was well worth the extra money I spent on the Xpress and the Home dock. Now I have XM at my disposal in the car and in my home. It's so easy to transfer from the home to the car. I LOVE IT!!!

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The Audiovox Xpress WMH10A home dock offers everything you need to enjoy your Xpress plug-and-play satellite radio through your home stereo speakers. The kit starts with a tabletop docking station that cradles your Xpress at an easy-to-access angle, along with an AC power adapter that powers and charges your Xpress while you listen. The weather-resistant home antenna, meanwhile, comes with a 21-foot cable, so you can install the antenna on an outdoor windowsill to receive the best possible reception. Finally, the kit's RCA audio cables run from the docking station's output to one of the unused inputs on your home stereo receiver. The kit, which is designed exclusively for the Audiovox Xpress, carries a one-year warranty on parts and labor.
What's in the Box Docking station, home antenna with 21-foot cable, AC adapter, RCA audio cables, user's manual.

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SIRIUS ST4-TK1 Starmate 4 Plug-and-Play Satellite Radio Receiver with Car Kit Review

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(More customer reviews)Overall, the Starmate 4 is OK, but it has some significant design flaws that some thoughtful engineering could have easily fixed. I wish I had bought the Sportster 4. First, unlike the Sportster 4, this model does NOT incorporate the Auxillary Input feature for plugging in your MP3 player or other audio devices. Many of the online merchants advertise this, but it is not present on the Starmate 4 car dock. The addition of the Starmate 4 dock increases the size of the Starmate, which is thinner than previous models, but is now functionally larger in size because of the addition of the dock. A major design flaw (in my opinion) is that the antenna, power and auxillary output from the car dock are located on the back of the unit, rather than the bottom or sides. So, although the unit is physically thinner than previous models, by the time you install it, it is functionally thicker than previous models. In short, the footprint of the new Starmate is larger than previous models when you factor in the docking cradle and the location of the antenna, power, and audio connections. Since I bought this unit for a smaller footprint than the Sportster 4, I am dissappointed. I had hoped to install it flush with my dashboard by attaching velcro to the back of the unit similar to the way you could with the Starmate Replay.
The positive is that it DOES have a docking cradle which makes it much easier to move from the car to the home. If you don't need to move the unit around, then the Starmate 4 does not have any functionality that doesn't exist in the Starmate Replay. The addition on an auxillary input jack similar to the Sportster 4 would have offered a significant upgrade. If the designers for the next generation of radios are listening, I'd suggest spending time thinking about how people actually have to install these devices. Place the connectors on the bottom or sides of the docking cradle or provide a method of giving the user options. My 2006 Prius does not have any smooth surfaces for using the suction cup except for the windshield which slopes too much to allow convenient installation. Likewise the air conditioning vents don't work well in my vehicle for installation. Frankly, I'm sorry I spent the extra money for this unit. But, if you want a unit that can be moved easily from car to home, this is a good option. For flexibility, the Sportster 4 might be a better option since it does supply additional functionality for the same price.
Update: I've had this for 9-months now and it has worked flawlessly. However, I stand by my human factors design concerns stated in the initial review and think that a dock design could be created to give the user options for where the wires plug into the dock. We all jury-rig these radios into our cars, regardless of our personal preferences. The design of the radio, combined with the configuration of my car (Prius), required that I purchase an aftermarket windshield mount since the one that came with the radio would not work in my car.

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Zune Car Pack Review

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(More customer reviews)Wasn't really planning on buying one of these, but found one at a decent price and thought I'd give it a try.
First thing, this is a quality, well made product. Unlike a lot of car power adapters, this provides a clean, shielded source of power that doesn't put off a lot of interference. The FM transmitter, like most FM transmitters, isn't overpowering, but does an ok job when you aren't in an area crowded with FM signals.
Any FM transmitter is going to get buried in the middle of a city. These things work best in lesser populated areas where there are empty frequencies. Belkin's website has a tool for their FM transmitters, that can give you an estimate of the best FM frequencies to try in any given Zip code.
This transmitter has a great display and worked well in my local area and in several of the surrounding areas.
A couple things I really liked about this. First, while the power adapter is engaged, the Zune will display the LCD so you can see cover art and song information while keeping the Zune charged. Secondly the FM transmitter has a great digital display that is clearly visible during the day and night.
Only thing I didn't like is that the FM Transmitter just inserts into the player without actually locking. It stays put ok, but not if you have your Zune in a case. (At least not in the Silicone case I was using).
Folks, if you live in a city, your not going to be happy with any FM transmitter. Also, different FM transmitters work differently in various cars. I've tested several, there is no rhyme or reason. Try one out, if it doesn't work ok, return it and try a different one. If you live in a big city, get an adapter to run directly into your stereo. No FM transmitter is going to work. FCC doesn't allow them to have enough signal to drown out the local stations crowding your local airwaves.


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The Zune Car Pack includes everything needed to keep the music rolling loud and clear through you car's speaker system. Perfect for use in multiple vehicles, when you buy the Zune car pack, you'll get the FM Transmitter with Autoseek and the Zune Car Charger. Designed to wirelessly stream music from the Zune via the car's FM radio, the included FM transmitter ensures clean and crisp Zune playback without the hassle of complicated and messy wires. Complete with an autoseek feature, the FM transmitter automatically finds an optimally clear radio station to use for streaming.
Just turn it on, wait for the signal to connect, and you're ready to rock and roll. So you can leave battery life worries back at home, the car pack includes a handy cigarette lighter charger for the Zune, allowing you to enjoy music on the move and charge the Zune at the same time. An integrated status indicator on the car charger helps prevent any negative impact on the car's battery--an ideal feature for those times when you might be tempted to jam out through the car's stereo while the engine is off. It even comes complete with a coiled cable for easier storage. The car pack comes backed by a limited 1-year warranty.
What's in the Box FM transmitter with autoseek function and 12-volt cigarette lighter adapter.

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Audiovox CNP2000H XM Radio Mini Tuner Home Dock with Antenna Review

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(More customer reviews)Purchased this product in conjunction with a Samsung Nexus 50. It allows me to take the small tuner module to record on the Nexus or to work on this dock with my XM-ready Yamaha home theater receiver. Turns out I didn't even need to mount the antenna in a window or outside facing South. It works with a decent signal level located inside a cabinet on the south wall of my house, picking up sufficient signal levels through the cabinet and the outside wall of my house!!! I just used the tuner display of signal strength and moved it around till I found a good signal, avoiding the need to buy an extention cable, drilling a hole through the wall and mounting it outside.

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The Audiovox CNP2000H XM Radio Mini Tuner Home Dock with Antenna is designed to be used with the Audiovox CNP2000 XM Radio Mini Tuner Cartridge, allowing it to deliver XM satellite radio to any compatible XM-ready audio player. The Audiovox XM home dock works with a wide variety of products, including home theater and stereo systems, DVD players, mini and micro shelf systems, clock radios, and portable media players. This convenient unit can be inserted directly into an XM-ready audio device with a suitable port, and the CNP2000 XM tuner cartridge allows you to have just one XM subscription that you can take with you to deliver XM satellite radio virtually anywhere you go.
The Audiovox CNP2000H has a 6-foot cable that provides plug-and-play connectivity with your XM-ready audio device, and it comes complete with a protective cover and a windowsill mount. The windowsill antenna that comes with this dock unit is equipped with a 20-foot connecting cable so your home dock can be placed conveniently close to your audio device, while the antenna itself is placed in a location with clear visibility to the satellites above. And if a longer cable is required to achieve satellite signal access, the Audiovox CNP2000H is compatible with a Terk XMEXT50 accessory that provides you with 50 feet of extending cable. The compact and easy-to-use Audiovox home dock with antenna weighs only one pound, measures 8 x 10 x 6 inches (W x H x D) at its largest point, and is backed by a manufacturer's 90-day warranty.

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iPhone / iPod 30-Pin Charge and Audio Extension Cable Ideal for Cars and Docks - Easily Change Songs, Multitask, and More While Your iPhone or iPod is Plugged Into Your iHome, Logitech, Bose, or Other Speaker Docking System - 4 Feet Long Review

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(More customer reviews)When I added an Ipod interface to my 2010 Forester I was a little surprised to find that the supplied Ipod cable only ran about an inch and a half out of the console. While it was possible to connect the Ipod to this short, stubby cable it meant having to turn the light on in the car, turn around and really work at doing it. Even after attaching it, my Ipod touch just dangled in the console pocket- not exactly an elegant way to position it. I looked long and hard and was very surprised that there really are not that many Ipod extension cables out there that transfer both data/music *and* charge the Ipod. Because this was the only item I could find that clearly stated that it could do both, I was a little hesitant to try it but sure enough, it does exactly what it says it should do. Have had it for about a month now and have had no problems with the construction so far. For my purposes, it did the trick! Recommended.

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