Product Description
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. Programmable, 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 iCarPlay Wireless Plus to the same station, hit play on your iPod and you're ready to roll. Change presets any time you need a clearer station. For added flexibility and convenience, Monster Smart Digital Charging technology rapidly charges your iPod, and 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. Compatible with - iPods with Dock Connector (including iPod mini) - iPod Shuffle, iPod Nano, iPod Mini, iPod Video, iPod Photo, iPod U2, iPod 4th Gen with click wheel, iPod 3rd Gen with dock
Amazon.com Product Description
Why shuffle through stacks of CDs and tapes to find the song you want in the car when you can listen to the iPod? The Monster Cable iCarPlay Wireless Plus FM transmitter gives your car stereo great-sounding, wireless access to your entire iPod library, all while charging the portable jukebox to keep the music playing. Simply plug one end of the iCarPlay Wireless Plus into the 12-volt cigarette lighter and the other end into the dock connector on the bottom of your iPod. Once you select matching FM stations on your car stereo and the iCarPlay device, you're ready to roll. Your favorite music will transmit wirelessly to your car stereo using FM frequencies, and because it offers full FM tuning flexibility (excluding 87.7 and 87.9 MHz), you're guaranteed top-quality, interference-free sound. Meanwhile, Monster's Smart Digital Charging technology will rapidly charge your iPod when the power is low, and when its fully charged, the transmitter switches to a trickle charge to optimize the iPod's performance. You'll never have to worry about running out of power when using the iCarPlay. Additional features include three programmable "favorite station" preset buttons, an easy-to-ready LED display, and 24k gold contacts for maximum corrosion resistance and power transfer. The iCarPlay is compatible with all iPods that utilize a dock connector, including the iPod mini.
iPod Compatibility
iPod nano 1G, iPod nano 2G, iPod mini, iPod 3G, iPod 4G (Clickwheel), iPod Color, iPod 5G/5.5G Video
Customer Reviews:
Too much buzz.......2007-12-24
This product was returned because of the incessant buzz. I could not find an fm frequency that worked well, and the product was hard to use. Frequency change was not intuitive.
DO NOT BUY THIS ITEM.......2007-12-12
The first one I got was out of order and I had to return it. The replacement lasted only 2 months since it broke into pieces. On top of that, the receiver was so weak that every certain miles I had to reset it - while driving. The connector to the ipod is probably the least user-friendly connector I've seen. I bought it because I've had execellent experience with Monster products in the past, but truly, I cannot believe how bad qaulity this product is.
The best I've tried so far........2007-12-07
This is the 4th transmitter I have tried and it has the best sound so far. It's very clear and low to no static. I've tried a Belkin, a DLO and a Monster iTrip. I haven't used it long, but so far so good. I'd recommend it.
Better than the rest!.......2007-11-27
I bought iCarPlay a few weeks ago after purchasing several other fm transmitters. The Monster is the best yet! I have a Honda Accord and it would not pick up a clear signal from any other transmitter. Then, I bought the Monster. Its signal came in clearly on all three channels. Switching channels is easy with the lighted presets. I am very happy with the product and wish I had not spent $99 on an inferior transmitter.
A GOOD BY FOR THE PRICE.......2007-11-26
I AM HAPPY WITH THE ITEM. ONLY BAD PART IS BECAUSE IT IS DIGITAL, IT IS HARD TO SEE THE STATION IT IS SET TO DURING THE DAY TIME.
Product Description
All-in-one Digital FM Transmitter/Auto Charger plays and charges iPods using the car's FM radio and DC power source. Convenient push button operation with digital display. Patented Aerielle wireless technology for superior audio fidelity. For iPod or iPod mini with dock connector.
Amazon.com Product Description
This Kensington digital FM transmitter/auto charger transmits your iPod tunes through your car stereo while simultaneously charging its battery, making it a versatile two-in-one bargain. The unit includes such features as an easy-to-read digital display, simple up/down pushbutton operation that makes it a breeze to select frequencies, three programmable buttons to lock in station presets, and a safety fuse that protects against power spikes. And thanks to the ClearFM technology, you'll enjoy richer lows, crisper highs, and superior stereo separation with a "concert hall" effect--all through your default stereo speakers. The ClearFM circuitry also boasts Kensington's patented filtering technology, which results in the lowest total harmonic distortion and signal-to-noise ratios of any FM transmitter on the market today--up to three times clearer than Kensington's competitors.
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 FM transmitter/charger is backed by a two-year warranty and includes free technical support.
What's in the Box
FM transmitter/car charger, user's manual.
Customer Reviews:
Never got the package on time.......2007-12-24
Wherever Amazon orders this product from -- never arrived for Christmas -- even when ordered 2 weeks before the holidays!
Defective Unit- Horrible Customer Service.......2007-12-17
When I hooked my 3G Nano up to my car with the 33199, I heard music for 1 sec before it went dead and froze the I-pod. Resetting the I-pod restored it but the same thing continually happened. Tried it in another car...same thing. Calling customer service will take you to some far-away land where people have extreme difficulty comprehending english and are flummoxed if you say anything that is not in one of there 'scripts'. After phoenetically spelling my name,address, e-mail, etc at least 3 times before they had it correct, they are hopefully sending me a new unit....BUT the service rep said THEY NO LONGER MAKE MODEL 33199, AND ARE REPLACING IT WITH MODEL 33411,
so I wouldn't even bother ordering this unit, and my experience with technical service was so frustrating, I will never buy a Kensington product again.
FANTABULOUS!.......2007-12-14
Plug and go ... awesome little gadget. Only issue came up when in New York for a weekend. Fewer radio frequencies to choose from which I suppose happens in all metropolitian areas. Highly recommend for anyone with iPod and car not pre-wired.
would be awesome if it still worked.......2007-12-13
I bought this product about 8 months ago, expecting it to last a while. About a month ago, the protective black plastic over the port that plugs into the iPod came off, revealing whatever material is underneath, but no wires or anything. I use this thing every day, on the way to work and back, on the way to the gym and back, etc., and thought it would be durable enough to handle multiple daily insertions. At first, the adaptor was unaffected, but in the past couple weeks, the audio quality has been horrible, scratching in and out from nothing, to only bass, to full blast--on radio stations that worked perfectly before. I know it doesn't have anything to do with the iPod itself, because I can still listen to it clearly using a pair of headphones.
This product was a dream until the port's covering fell apart. I guess you should be really careful with it and not carry it around in a purse, where it can jiggle around all day.
Nothing compares.......2007-12-12
I bought one with my iPod nano 8g and it failed. It was my fault, however. I let the end that plugs into the iPod fall on the floor of my work truck and my water jug sweat onto the end and the tiny terminals inside completely disappeared within a fungus-like layer of corrosion. I quickly acquired a much cheaper replacement thinking all are the same and I quickly discovered they aren't. Not even close. This tuner is far superior in every way. In this niche, you get what you pay for. I bought a Belkin and let's just say after two months of unreasonable static (I couldn't hardly make out music 90% of the time, seriously), it lit my rather short fuse for inferior junk and ended up being the centerpiece of a hammer-smashing party. I destroyed it to oblivion and smiled with retributive glee until my peers became concerned. I quickly went back online and spent the extra money for my lovely Kensington. My life has actually improved since. The difference: Kensington is a high-quality digital tuner and my Belkin was not digital. I can even put it in my work truck and tune a radio about twenty feet away on a jobsite or even another car or house radio. I love it.
Product Description
You can enjoy all your music and keep your iPod charged up at the same time with Monster iCarPlay Wireless 200. With other FM transmitters, finding an FM frequency clear enough to enjoy you iPod on can be time consuming and distracting-especially while driving, The Monster iCarPlay Wireless 200 incorporates exclusive Monster AutoScan technology that automatically seeks out and tunes in the clearest FM frequency available. Now you can find the best station to enjoy your tunes with one touch of a button. In addition, iCarPlay clearly displays all essential information on your iPod's screen and features easy 3-button control to directly access features and settings. For added flexibility and convenience, Smart Digital Charger technology rapidly charges your iPod. It makes it easy to enjoy iPod music in your car, no matter where you're traveling. iPod screen displays station information Ultra low profile power adapter minimizes dashboard clutter Take Your iPod for a Spin on Any FM Radio Station Keep it charged up along the way
Customer Reviews:
Excellent Product!.......2007-12-26
This is an excellent product - works exactly as advertised. I highly recommend it, especially if you live in a city with lots of frequencies in use.
Great Product.......2007-12-24
Does go out from time to time, but that's mainly due to the fact I live in LA and there are no free radio stations anymore. Great deal!
Auto scan is a great addition.......2007-12-18
I have tried the old monster cable and wasn't very happy with it as there was a lot of static with it. This auto scan cable allows you to do a search to find the clearest channel. We've had the new cable for about a month and would recommend it to others.
do not purchase if you have the ipod touch.......2007-12-04
I purchased this product last week because a few people i know have used this and said it is the best fm transmitter for the ipod. 5 minutes after it came in i went to my truck to hook up my ipod, there was nothing. I am not sure why, but the radio station will not appear on the ipod touch screen and will not allow you to know what station you are tuned into to set your radio to. On monster's website ( as of 12/3/07) this is the first product listed on the page for touch accessories. After waiting on hold for over 30 minutes to talk to a tech support rep. from monster, i found out that the page on www.monstercable.com was wrong and that if you have a ipod touch, you should not buy this. Monster agreed to send me the correct one in exchange for this one. The one that is being sent to me is the Monster iCarPlay Wireless Plus.
Did not work at all.......2007-12-03
I tried this with both 2nd and 3rd gen nanos. The 2nd gen one would continuously attempt to tune on it's own. It would occasionally stop on an even tenth of a MHz which was completely useless as here in the US we use odd tenth MHz intervals. I tried to see if it was on the wrong region selection but the unit I had also had issues with scrolling through menus on it's own.
With the 3rd gen it would only display the currently tuned station. I got an open box unit, so I don't know if this unit was already broken. I just returned the unit for a refund.
Product Description
Recommended for iPod 3G, iPod 4G, iPod Photo, iPod with color display, iPod Mini & iPod nano / Dock & charge iPod devices securely in the car's cup holder Full FM spectrum 88.1MHz to 107.9MHz for the clearest channel Easy-to-reach power on/off switch, frequency up and down buttons, and quick channel switch button Automatic last used frequency memory Tilt,backlit LCD display with easy-to-read characters Designed to accept Apple dock insert shipped with iPod nano and new iPod Three docking inserts included for different sized iPod Color - Black
Customer Reviews:
Ok but not very good.......2007-11-16
I ordered this to use with a Sansa E250. It works utilizing the included patch cable for sound only, while the base does charge my Sansa it does not pass the sound from the device to the base. The device sounds like a distant AM station on my truck's radio, I am not impressed at all. Think long and hard before spending money on this one. If I could have heard it first, I would not have bought it.
best transmitter I have ever used.......2007-11-12
I have used several transmitters in the past and could never find one that would work as well as I wanted. I seen the good reviews on this one and figured I would give it a try. When I started using it I could not Believe how flawless it worked. In the past I have always had trouble with radio Interference and if it was not that it was a crummy tinny sound.
I am happy to say that this one has none of these problems. I am using it with one of the new 3rd generation ipod Nanos and it is so nice to just plop it in the docking station and have it charge and play all at the same time. Also you dont have to plug a cable into the ipod like other transmitters this is all done through the docking port.
So if your looking for a transmitter/docking station for your car don't bother messing around with anything else this is the way to go. I think I am even going to buy another just to have for a spare. I dont want to ever be with out one of these.
Good, but needs Classic adapter.......2007-10-25
I did some research before selecting this item and was very impressed. I went to the MaCally website and read about it and read the reviews listed here on Amazon also. The McCally site says that it fits the new iPod Classic while that is not mentioned here. I took at chance and bought it anyway since I could not find the exact same match as the one from McCally site. I installed it yesterday and overall it works fine. I ran into one problem though. Since the Classic is just a touch smaller than the 5G iPods it doesn't sit quite right in the cradle and I would lose the sound from the left speakers unless I held the iPod up. I have temporarily fixed it by using a quarter and a dime behind the iPod when it is inserted in the cradle. It holds it up right and the sound that comes through is good. At times there is some popping from the station but I think that is from external interference.
Good product, just be forewarned that the Classic do not quite fit and you may have to tweak it.
Excellent Quality!!.......2007-09-14
I have had this ipod docking station channel transmitter for about 1 month and I can just say it's great. Now I can finally listen to music in my car without all the distortion in the background. The sound quality is awesome!! I have bought Itrips before they s.... I threw them away but this one I can sincerely recommend it to everyone. All my friends are getting it. A+
Works great.......2007-09-12
The FM cup works great. I cannot benchmark with other products but I hear interference is a big issue and I've never had the problem with this one. It fits nicely in your cup holder. A bit pricey, but hassle free.
Product Description
Spend more time enjoying your iPod tunes and less time searching for a station. The QuickSeek FM transmitter for iPod finds the best FM signal in seconds, while the ClearFM feature ensures great sound. The FM transmitter and charger play iPod tunes through the FM radio in your car or wirelessly through your home stereo. Charges your iPod while it plays through your car stereo. Detachable car charger also recharges USB powered devices, such as mobile or smartphones, PDAs and more while transmitting.
Amazon.com Product Description
Spend more time enjoying your favorite iPod tunes and less time searching for a high-quality audio signal with the Kensington QuickSeek FM transmitter/car charger. Like other FM transmitters, the unit broadcasts your iPod's music through your vehicle's stereo speakers, so you can groove to your full digital music collection without buying an expensive iPod-compatible car stereo. But unlike with competing models, you don't have to fiddle with the transmitter for several minutes to find a static-free station. Instead, the unit's QuickSeek technology locates the best FM signal in mere seconds, making tuning easier than ever. All you have to do is connect the transmitter to your iPod's dock connector, plug the car charger into your vehicle's 12-volt power outlet, and you're set.
The QuickSeek boasts Kensington's ClearFM technology, which delivers richer lows, crisper highs, and superior stereo separation with a "concert hall" effect--all through your regular stereo speakers. The ClearFM circuitry also includes the company's patented filtering technology, which results in the lowest harmonic distortion and signal-to-noise ratios of any FM transmitter on the market today--up to three times clearer than Kensington's competitors. Handiest of all, the detachable car charger isn't for iPods only, as it also works with other USB-powered devices, such as mobile or smartphones, PDAs, and more.
Other details include three programmable preset buttons for storing FM stations, an ultra-bright display, and a detachable spacer to ensure a custom fit with iPod models in a case. The QuickSeek FM transmitter is backed by a two-year warranty.
What's in the Box
FM transmitter, car charger, user's manual.
Customer Reviews:
Best, as far as radio transmitters go.......2007-11-30
I purchased this product a few months back and have been pretty satisfied. This transmitter has a fairly strong signal and comes through pretty clear. The car charger attachment is a great feature and ensures your ipod has always got juice. The only potential downside is that the part that attaches to the bottom is quite large, so if you have a case or a car holder you may want to take a closer look at the picture to make sure it will fit, otherwise you might be taking it in and out of your case alot (I use an I-skin, which I cut some of the material out of the bottom, works great and I don't have to take it off). A caveat is that you will experience a small amount of static occasionally, this is unavoidable with radio transmitters especially if you live in the city. If you want perfect sound you're gonna have to chop up your stereo and put in a line.
Probably the best for its price, But.........2007-11-23
Its great. it works pretty well, but it doesnt always find the clearest station and I wish they would make it so it stays attached to the ipod better. In all im glad I bought it though.
simply does not work as advertised with my classic........2007-10-22
What can I say. The QuickSeek button almost never finds a station, and returns me to the main menu. The controls are not intuitive at all; the device is slow to start up or respond; it is frustratingly difficult (in fact, as far as i can tell, impossible) to manually set the station, at least in my unit - i have to rely on trial and error with QuickSeek (which, itself, often fails to respond properly - the "progress bar" remains a motionless dot until it times out and does nothing).
I could go on, but I think I've made my point. Kensington's other recent FM Transmitter is "highly recommended" with an A- review on ipod lounge, and is recommended by another reviewer here. I'm going to try to return my 33384 at the Apple Store tomorrow, and I sincerely hope they don't give me any trouble.
As you can see from the other reviews, the product works beautifully for some people. From what I've gathered, my problems may only apply to the iPod Classic (I'm using the 160 GB model); which makes me wonder if there's a firmware update available for the Kensington unit (I guess installable via a 4-pin / 6-pin usb cable, which I don't actually have. And the latest Classic firmware update (1.0.2) seems to be causing more problems than it fixes (perpetual disk spinning -> battery drainage for many users).
Play it safe. Go with either the other Kensington product, or something else. "QuickSeek Technology", as mentioned by another reviewer, is, indeed, a gimmick. Having used various other FM Transmitters with manual controls in the past (which were all stolen from me. I hate West Philly), I can tell you that it's really not too much of a hassle to find and set a reliable frequency or two yourself.
But it does manage to charge my iPod. At least they got that part right.
(and, in fairness, when the product DOES work, it sounds great; but I've spent more trips trying to get the damn thing to work while not killing pedestrians than I have actually spent listening to my music).
Yeah. For $90, I'm pretty livid.
Confusing and did not operate as advertised.......2007-10-14
I plugged this thing in to my car and it seemed to do something - it would show me a frequency on the iPod display, but when I went to the frequency, there was no signal from the iPod. The instructions tell you how to set up presets manually by moving up and down the dial using the left and right buttons but I couldn't get that to work either. Got it to work once I think by random luck but when I turned the car off and on the frequency had changed and my attempted presets were gone. The connector to the iPod seemed a little loose so maybe that could have been the problem but I wasn't willing to try and bend it at the risk of damaging the iPod.
Ended up with a manual cable/charger from a different mfr with the little transmitter in-line with the wire. Worked well from the moment I plugged it in. I might have to change channels when travelling but that's a compromise I'll make.
It's a cool idea, just didn't work for me.
Works great on the 1st Generation iPod Nano.......2007-10-08
Works great for me. Plugged the iPod Nano (4GB 1st Gen) into the transmitter and plugged it into the power outlet (a.k.a cigarette lighter) and within a few seconds I had the recommended frequency tuned and my music playing. The transmitter is small enough that you can hide it in your palm but large enough you can velcro it to the dash and it'll support the iPod Nano, and maybe a larger iPod.
Product Description
DLO TuneStick with Remote Wireless FM Transmitter plus RF Remote for iPod. Play your music in the car transmitted wirelessly through your cars' existing stereo or transmit to any nearby FM radio. Includes RF remote control for wireless access and safe control of your iPod music in your car. Pass-through iPod dock connector works with any iPod car charger or Sync cable. Includes steering-wheel cradle.
Amazon.com Product Description
TuneStik combines a wireless FM transmitter with a powerful RF remote control for iPod playback and control in the car, at home--anywhere there's an FM radio. What sets TuneStik apart from the pack of existing FM transmitters is the included remote control plus an integrated pass-through dock connector, which gives you the freedom to combine TuneStik with virtually any iPod accessory--adding an RF remote and an FM transmitter to nearly all your iPod gear.
Transmit iPod audio to any nearby FM radio--in the car or at home.
View the demo. |
Safe iPod control while you drive. |
Keep your hands on the wheel
The TuneStik includes a compact RF remote control and fully-adjustable steering-wheel cradle, so you can put safety first as you control your iPod. The remote control pops out of its cradle in a snap, allowing you to pass music control to your backseat drivers. And with TuneStik's four programmable presets, you're sure to have the best transmission at the push of a button.
Control at your fingertips
The TuneStik isn't just an FM transmitter for the car--it also adds a strong RF remote control to your iPod--anywhere! With your TuneStik attached, simply connect your iPod to your home stereo system. Now you can use the compact TuneStik remote to control your iPod audio playback from across the room.
Plays well with others
With the TuneStik's pass-through dock connector, you can continue to use your existing Auto Charger, iPod dock, or any other 30-pin based accessory while still having the benefits of a powerful FM transmitter and remote control at your fingertips.
What's in the box
FM transmitter module, RF remote control, steering-wheel cradle, and manual.
Customer Reviews:
Horrible to start, but well worth it!.......2007-12-25
Could not get my iPod to recognize it. Spent hours and hours trying to rest my iPod, reset the Tune Stick, then reset it all again. The DLO instructions are very weak. The DLO customer service is a joke... couldn't get a hold of anyone there. Got so frustrated almost returned the stupid thing.... but then, just before I was about to give up, I gave it one last try and.... IT WORKED!!!! And I've been a happy camper since! The steering wheel remote holder is genius! I really like this product because it has the pin out for the car power charger on the bottom, so I just plug in my charger to the outlet and it recharges my iPod, while maintaining power to the Tune Stick (not necessary, but convenient because the set up eats battery life) at the same time while I'm wheeling down the road groovin to my tunes! Final comment: It is definately worth the money... and the initial frustration. Have patience and you'll be very please!!
Glad I got it.......2007-10-05
I got the Tune Stick over other FM transmitters for the iPod as it is the only one that I could find with a pass through port. This allows for charging the iPod while it is being used - definitely a cool thing to have. It has definitely changed (for the better) my office environment and my commute. The remote and the cradle for the steering wheel are all good as others have probably said, however, we ALL know that the iPod battery lasts NOT nearly as long as advertising would have us believe. So, the pass through connection for the docking port is a must for a day in the office or the long weekend or vacation drive up the coast. The transmission quality has been great although in the big cities (I like to avoid them anyway), it can take a little time to find a clear channel.
Clever product, with flaws.......2007-09-29
This unit is cleverly designed, and functions adequately...some of the time. Interference from power lines and radio signal relays regularly disrupt "broadcasts" from one's iPod to the FM station selected. As one travels, other stations can routinely be heard, replacing the programming on one's iPod. It's pretty annoying, and frequently renders the listening experience genuinely unpleasant.
Product Description
Now you can have complete control over all iPod functions in the palm of your hand. Effortlessly change playlists, search for artists or individual songs, and adjust volume all through the iPod click wheel. Featuring advanced Bluetooth v2.0 technology, TuneStage II provides enhanced audio quality, improved rejection of interference, and lower power consumption. TuneStage II is fully backward-compatible with Bluetooth v1.2 and v1.1. TuneStage II also functions as a charging dock for your iPod. A USB port is built into the receiver and the transmitter to allow charging your iPod without the need to remove the transmitter or stopping your music.
Amazon.com Product Description
Designed for use with your iPod Bluetooth receiver, the F8Z919 TuneStage II from Belkin turns your iPod into a wireless remote by putting complete control over all iPod functions in the palm of your hand. Featuring advanced Bluetooth v2.0 technology and providing up to seven hours of playing time, TuneStage II delivers enhanced audio quality, improved rejection of interference, and lower power consumption. Navigate your playlists from more than 30 feet away, search for artists or specific songs, adjust volume, and change your options. The TuneStage 2 lets you do it all though the iPod click wheel.
The TuneStage II is fully backward-compatible with Bluetooth v1.2 and v1.1, and functions as a charging dock for your iPod. A built-in USB port also allows charging without the need to remove the transmitter or stop the music. For added convenience, the TuneStage II requires no batteries because the power comes directly from your iPod.
Customer Reviews:
Worked for two days.......2007-11-30
I unpacked my Tunestage II and had it installed and working in less than 10 minutes.
During the first 2 days, the thing worked beautifully. Sound quality is amazing (I even compared connecting the ipod directly and through the transmitter and there is very little - almost imperceptible - difference). However, that was the only time it really worked.
Now every time I turn on the transmitter, it quickly pairs with the receiver, and they work for a 5 -15 minute interval. Then the signal is completely lost, with lots of hiss, static, digitally polluted music. The devices keep trying to pair up again, but they simply give up after a while. Turning the system off and back on does nothing to help.
I am now trying to figure out how to send it back to Belkin, as I live in Brazil and brought the unit with me on a recent trip.
Unless they have a decent replacement, I would not recommend buying this product, even though there are all those great reviews out there.
Good Product.......2007-10-03
But the onkyo ipod dock was better. I did not want to keep touching my IPOD. The Onkyo dock allows me to play the ipod using the remote.
Tunestage 2 almost perfect.......2007-09-15
I found the Tunestage II very easy to install and it works fine. Bluetooth works at 2.4GHz frequency so if you have other devices (some cordless phones) it is possible for there to be interference, but in my case I have a newer cordless phone, it works on the 5.8GHz range, so I had no problems.
I plugged the Tunestage receiver into my stereo system and the small transmitter into my iPod. That was it. They supply the cables in the box, so there is nothing else to buy. It took under 2 second for the pairing (all bluetooth devices must pair before use).
The sound quality was very good. Absolutely no static or other obvious distortions. I don't think you will be disappointed in the quality. I would say very near or equal to good CD quality sound.
Why almost perfect. I found I had to turn the volume of my stereo up past halfway before I got good volume out of the Tunestage, not really a problem unless you were to switch from iPod to some other source without reducing the volume first. I have a 250 watt Bryston amp and Bryston pre-amp. The only other complaint is the battery life. You can get a little over 2 hours with an iPod video 60GB. This is explained in the specifications, so there not trying to hide the fact, it simply would be nice to get 3 or 4 hours on a single charge. Milage will vary with your model of iPod.
does not work........2007-06-23
Unfortunately, this cool idea is lost in the execution. It works for about 15 seconds and then the signal is lost. I reset it numerous times, I unplugged my phones, my wireless router and my microwave (as suggested) nothing worked. I'm taking it back after less than two hours.
Product Description
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Product Description
Listen to your iPod through your car radio and charge it at the same time. Macally IceFM is a sleek and compactly designed FM transmitter and charger for iPod. Simply plug the IceFM to your car cigarette lighter outlet, connect your iPod, switch to one of the preset FM channel and enjoy your favorite tunes in your car.
Customer Reviews:
Best FM Transmitter yet.........2007-09-04
We have purchase several FM Tranmitters-- not impressed with any-- til we got this one. We were successful in playing in 3 different vehicles-- one being an RV.. We also liked that there are no batteries to replace- as we feel this highly effected our last few transmitters- if the battery was the very least low- it would not work properly.
The only downfall we can see is it is not cordless-- but none the less--- it works better than any other one we have had in the past.
Oh yeah--- and the fact in charges as you play- is really a cool feature!
GREAT PRODUCT!
it is not compatible with iphone.......2007-08-06
you have to connect the iphone in the doc and then the transmitter charger to that to work. also there are ony 4 frequencies and they are not so good ..
but it works for basic stuff. just have to change frequency if there is a problem..
For Around $21 Bucks, It Met My Expectations........2006-11-14
Background: I'm new to this iPod / MP3 player thing. I wanted to get my feet wet, so I recently bought a certified refurbished iPod Shuffle - 1st Generation for around $33 at the Apple Store. I'm so far happy with the Shuffle knowing it's limitations.
Reason for the ICEFM purchase: is primarily based on price. After reading reviews for other FM transmitters, the more expensive it is, the less likely there would be static. I really didn't want to spend that much especially since I have an original AM/FM CD player in my '96 Blazer. I'm sure with the best transmitter, there will be static in my car. I could have held off waiting for the nicer Kensington model (with full FM range and better quality sound) to go on sale and be closer to my price range, but I opted not to wait and bought the ICEFEM.
Review of the ICEFM: The setup was very easy. Click in the shuffle to the ICEFM, plug in the audio cable and place in cigarette lighter. Then tune my radio dial to one of the desired 4 presets. Bingo, I was in business. There IS background noise when there is "silence" or there is a low part in the song, but you don't notice it while the song is playing. In addition, when I turn the volume knob on my radio, it makes more static noise. The one odd thing is due to the way my car's cigarette lighter is situated. The Shuffle sticks out from the ICEFM and I have to maneuver the ICEFM so the Shuffle doesn't bang up against the dashboard.
Overall, it does what it is suppose to do, especially if your expectation is not perfection.
Product Description
Recommended for iPod 3G, iPod 4G, iPod Photo, iPod with color display, iPod Mini & iPod nano / Dock & charge iPod devices securely in the car's cup holder Full FM spectrum 88.1MHz to 107.9MHz for the clearest channel Easy-to-reach power on/off switch, frequency up and down buttons, and quick channel switch button Automatic last used frequency memory Tilt,backlit LCD display with easy-to-read characters Designed to accept Apple dock insert shipped with iPod nano and new iPod Three docking inserts included for different sized iPod
Customer Reviews:
Ok overall..........2007-07-07
This is an ok system overall. I had the all-inclusive docking station prior to this, but it broke. It was very nice, but now the markup makes it not cost efficient. And I have tried the transmitters that are seperate devices. This one ranks somewhere in between. I thought I liked the idea of a cupholder model, but it makes me realize how much I use both cupholders! So, sometimes it gets in the way. The worst thing about it though is that unlike the all in one device, you have to plug in to the iPod using both this dock and then a headphone cord in to the iPod to transmit the sound. I have had problems with iPods and their jacks, so this is a little troublesome - and cumbersome with the extra cord!
But, it transmits well and holds the iPod securely, so overall, it gets a 3.
Excellent transmitter.......2007-07-06
Sound quality is crystal clear, even in urban areas. There is no interference, fading, or flat/hollow sound.
Dock is easy to use with a variety of iPod products, thanks to the included cradle converters. The cupholder design is ingenious; you don't have to screw it to your dash and ruin the car's interior. It costs 40-50% less than other units of comparable quality.
Because it charges the iPod as it plays, it is ideal for long car trips. 5+ stars.
Big design improvement!.......2006-06-04
I recently broke another transmitter made by this company, but I was happy enough with it to buy another product from them. This is a complete redesign of the product, with the flaws removed. Nice job!
Pros -
Self adjustable for a good fit
Charges most ipods
Can be used with other devices (no charging) such as my shuffle or a non ipod
Comes with a good assortment of docking clips for a tight fit
Very good reception, overpowered several stations in area. Generally no static.
Compact and attractive.
Very affordable, mine was $44, s/h included
Cons -
Buttons and display are quite small, don't adjust while driving
How well you will be able to view your screen depends on location of your cupholder
Have to remove my case to dock the nano
No wall plug, cigarette only - can't use out of car without power adaptor
Overall, this is an excellent value for the price and I am very satisified with it.
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