Product Description
Listen to your MP3 player in your car with the Kensington Universal FM Transmitter. ClearFM technology reduces noise and enhances stereo separation, providing superior wireless audio quality and FM reception. Three pre-sets and the bright display let you store available FM stations quickly and easily.
Customer Reviews:
No good in Atlanta, either.......2007-12-14
I drive a 2004 VW Phaeton, which has neither a cassette player nor an MP3 jack, so a transmitter is the only way I can get songs out of my Zune and into my car. I have a Pioneer Inno XM receiver/transmitter which does a really good job, even in this urban market. The Kensington transmitter does a poor job, so I can't simply blame the crowded airwaves. This unit simply lacks the chops to get the job done.
Great product.......2007-12-10
This is a great FM transmitter. It works better than the other one that I had. It does not pick up hardly any interference from my phone (use my phone to play MP3s). When it does the interference is very quiet. The base is also better. The only reason that I did not give this five stars was the fact that it is very hard to read the display if you are not looking strait at it.
Easy way to add MP3 capability to car audio.......2007-11-29
This unit is easy to use, thanks mostly to the digital tuning feature. You just match your receiver signal to the frequency displayed on the unit -- if you can see the display. It helps to plug the unit into a cigarette lighter extension or multiple outlet adapter, so you can turn it to a good viewing angle, unless your power outlet is in a good viewing position. The only other drawback is trying to find a free channel to tune it to. Where I live and drive, there's not much of the FM spectrum left unused, so I find a lot of interference with nearby stations, and have to try new frequencies in some parts of town. Switching the stereo to "Local" doesn't seem to have much effect. At least it's easy to retune when necessary.
Well intentioned but flawed execution.......2007-11-27
I bought this to provide audio playback in my vehicle for my new Sony Ericsson W580i. I had previously used a Griffin iTrip with an iPod 3G 20GB to broadcast tunes to my car; the interface was horrible and the transmitter was underpowered. Not a good product to use. My sister uses a Kensington transmitter for her iPod Nano (the Kensington FM transmitter with the iPod dock connector) and it seems to work very nicely.
PROS:
I like the tuner and the preset buttons...much better idea than other tuner mechanisms in competing products. Cord is adequately long. Transmit power is very nice; I've used it in my vehicle and my wife's vehicle, and it can seem to drown out almost any strong FM signal. As a result, I don't find myself needing to use the tuner or the presets as often as I would have thought.
CONS:
This thing cuts out when it doesn't detect a significant signal within 10 seconds (a threshold which is regrettably not user-modifiable). That means if the transitions between songs are soft, or a song is not adequately normalized, the transmitter powers itself down. The only way I've found to turn it back in is to unplug/replug it into the outlet. This was VERY distracting on a car trip, whether I was the driver or the passenger. I had the volume set to about 75-80% of max, but it didn't seem to matter; every few songs, it died on me. HORRIBLE. If I raised the volume above 75%, I got the expected audio distortion (which is identical to what I received when using the Griffin iTrip) but the tuner didn't turn itself off as often. So the user has to play an elaborate game with volume to prevent this feature from interrupting your music, or you have to be lucky enough to have an audio source that can normalize its output.
It also has some kind of Arielle signal processing chip inside to theoretically make the sound better. From what I could tell, it sounded as if the audio was continually being adjusted (treble slightly up and down, stereo widening in and out) depending on the frequency balance of the music. This would be similar to buying a digital camera that applied too much color compensation and noise smoothing; I expected a faithful facsimile of the original audio, not a frequency-tweaked estimate.
I would never recommend this product to anyone...it is a shame that the actual FM transmitter is such high quality, but the "features" get in the way. Also such a shame that Kensington is a relatively high-end choice in iPod/MP3 accessories...definitely not the case for this device.
Works like a charm.......2007-11-27
My wife and I used this transmitter during a cross-country drive from San Francisco to Vermont and back. It worked perfectly. In areas where the radio frequencies are very crowded, the sound gets distorted (as expected) which clues me in to the need for finding a new unused frequency. All in all, a great item at a great price. I would have paid more if they included a now-standard USB-format charging cable.
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.
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.
mobile gateway.......2007-11-22
I have had this product for 2 weeks. I works great here in kuwait with my IPOD. Tried it in THE US, Too much static from urban areas. Overall great product for areas without a lot of urban interference.
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
Designed around the principles of sharing, discovery and community, Zune creates new ways for consumers to connect and share entertainment experiences. The Zune experience centers on connection - connection to your library, connection to friends, connection to community and connection to other devices.Zune is Microsoft's music and entertainment platform that provides an end-to-end solution for Connected Entertainment. Inspired by the vast and varied community of music fans, Zune focuses on helping emerging artists shape the digital canvas. Zune is part of Microsoft's Entertainment and Devices division and supports the company's software-based services vision to help drive innovation in the digital entertainment space.Designed exclusively for use with Zune, the Travel Pack includes everything you need to travel with your Zune device in style. This set is designed to keep you and your friends and family entertained while you travel.
Amazon.com Product Description
The Zune Travel Pack includes everything you need to travel in style with your Zune. Included are a pair of Zune Premium Earphones, which feature an in-ear design to help block-out unwanted background noise. Sure, the Zune comes with a pair of really nice ear-bud style headphones, but with a second pair, a friend or family member can listen along with you. To ensure that your listening buddy can share in the fun, a dual headphone jack is included with the travel pack. Simply plug in the dual head phone jack, and then plug in two pairs of Zune headphones and you're ready to rock and roll with a buddy.
Built into the dual headphone jack is a dual connect remote feature. The dual connect remote offers convenient playlist control with independent amplifiers and volume controls so you can listen to music the way you want to. Other travel pack accessories include a Zune AC Adapter, a Zune Gear Bag, and a Zune Sync Cable. The AC adapter is a great way to charge your device in the absence of a computer. A Zune sync cable is included so you can connect your Zune to the AC adapter on the road. Even though every Zune comes with a sync cable, the inclusion of an additional sync cable with the travel kit allows you the convenience of leaving a sync cable next to your home PC or office computer. When the situation forces you to put down the headphones, the Zune gear bag provides a rugged, durable exterior to protect your Zune and its related accessories. The inside of the gear bag is form-fitted to protect your Zune as well as other travel accessories. There is space for a Zune, premium headphones, an AC adapter, and a sync cable.
What's in the Box
Zune gear bag, dual jack/remote control, earphones, sync cable, and AC adapter.
The Zune Travel Pack includes everything you need when you're on the go with your Zune. |
Premium earphones produce superior sound and help block out unwanted background noise. |
Customer Reviews:
i sent it back.........2007-12-24
I sent it back because, after i was told they had the zune in stock they did't have it...I will not be buying from you again..
Marilyn Hicks
Nice but no cigar.......2007-12-18
I loved the case itself, but personally I do not like earbud style headphones. I have collapsable over the ear style in a case that wold not fit inside the Zune case. Also, I didn't think I would use the remote much. All in all this was a good purchase if you could use all the items, but for me, I did better buying a padded camera case for $20.
A must have for the zune!!!.......2007-12-07
Anyone who has the zune will get its full potental with the travel pack. The headphones that come with the zune are very uncomfortable and don't stay in my ear. The premium headphones are perfect: their comfortable, loud, and with great quality sound. The remote helps you control the zune without taking the zune out in public that helps especially if you live in a bad part of town. The ac charger charges quicker than charging your zune through your computer. The gear bag is rugged and holds everything and more. Since I got the travel pack, I can't go anywhere without any of the accessories. I love it!!!
Not worth the price tag.......2007-12-05
The travel pack includs a good set of accessories and a case big enough to fit them in, but there are a few problems:
1. a car charger/adaptor is curiously missing.
2. the headphone is nice, but there are better alternatives out there for cheap.
3. case really is too big to be of practical use, especially when travelling.
4. finally, The travel pack costs as much as a 30GB zune these days, and for what is included, I think i am better off with a second zune30.
Zune Travel Pack.......2007-11-29
This is a very nice item,come with everthing you need to keep your player going. And come with a realy nice case. Got item in very good condition and shipping was fast. Thanks.
Product Description
iTrip FM Transmitter with Dock Connector for iPod - The iPod offers you the ability to listen to exactly what you want, when you want. Choose from thousands of songs from your personal collection. Get in your car and it's a different story. A small repetitive list of songs, tons of commercials, and fading signals. The iTrip lets you get around this vehicle limitation by transmitting your iPod music directly to your FM radio! A digital display makes it easy to select the station, and selectable LX or DX modes gives you the best possible reception. Compatible with the following iPod models - 5th Generation iPod with Video iPod nano iPod Photo iPod U2 Special Edition iPod mini 4th Generation iPod with Click Wheel 3rd Generation iPod with touch wheel and buttons
Amazon.com Product Description
The Griffin Technology 9781-TRP30BK iTrip FM Transmitter with LCD and Dock Connector for iPod lets you avoid the hassle of bad reception and bad music on your car's radio by transmitting your iPod's music directly to your FM radio. iTrip features a clear, backlit LCD screen that makes setting the digital tuner easy and intuitive. A switch on iTrip's side controls the broadcast frequency, but with iTrip's memory of broadcast settings, you might find yourself not changing the frequency often. The selectable LX or DX modes ensure optimal reception levels and cut background noise that would disturb your listening pleasure. It all comes in a compact, self-contained design that helps you control iTrip when you're busy coping with traffic.
iPod Compatibility
iPod nano 1G, iPod nano 2G, iPod mini, iPod 3G, iPod 4G (Clickwheel), iPod Color, iPod 5G/5.5G Video
Customer Reviews:
Compact, Portable with limited range.......2007-12-25
In the last year, I bought several FM transmitters. iTrip is one of the most compact and portable transmitter, but with severely limited range. Since it has no power source of its own, it is small, fits nicely on ipods and easy to carry with ipod attached.
For example, I gave one as gift to my sister-in-law who is a dancer and needs to take her music for review to different places which typically don't have good reliable sound system. She carries portable speakers when she needs better quality. However frequently she uses iTrip with any available regular home radio/receiver to play short pieces for review.
If you are looking for either good sound quality or decent (read 8+ feet) range, look elsewhere. I use C Crane's FM transmitter that is bulky but has the best sound quality I have found.
Works Very Well.......2007-12-21
I first bought a Kensington Liquid FM, which retailed at $100. It sounded horrible - static at it's best, even on a fully clear frequency. If you didn't position it properly, you didn't get anything. It was supposed to scan for empty stations, but half the time it came up with frequencies with a full blown station on it. It had RDS, which barely worked at all. And finally, you can only use it in the car.
I then bought this iTrip, and what a complete difference. When I turned it on the first time, I got powerful, clear music, no matter what position it was put in. It's very small and can be used inside the house to transmit to your radio.
Great transmitter.......2007-12-14
Just bought this product... works great in my stereo, also works great in my car... Excelent Buy...
Pretty darn good.......2007-12-10
I am fairly impressed with the iTrip...especially since i had heard a lot of bad things about the early generation. But a friend of mine had just purchased one and loved it so I thought i would give it a shot. I liked the idea of it being chordless. The invasion of static is rare, however when the iTrip gets cold it plays with quite a lot of static until it warms up to about room temp. It took me a while to figure that out. Not sure why that is the case but i just stick it infront of my heating vent in the car for a few seconds and it goes away. Otherwise I am very happy with it!
Horrible product.......2007-12-07
This is not a critique of FM transmitters but rather of this specific product. I purchased this earlier this summer when I realized that I would have to do a lot of driving and wanted to listen to my iPod. First, I found several stations with no interference on either side of the dial. Attaching the iTrip was a little bit of a hassle. It never really fit properly. The product only worked when I set it within a few inches of my car stereo and didn't move it. In my Jeep, however, there are a few bumps and every so often I would get hit with really loud static because the volume was up so high to hear the music. In order to resolve the problem, I had to remove and reinsert the iTrip and occasionally reset the FM preset or find a new one, and then gingerly place it back next to the car stereo. As well, while you're driving, it's almost impossible to make changes to the device. Obviously, if you are going on a longer drive and hit a place where the FM signal you were on gets used, you have to change to a new station and doing so while attempting to be safe is pretty futile.
Mind you, I understand (and you should too) that audio from a FM transmitter is never going to be great but I currently use the audio input from my TomTom over an FM signal and it's just fine. I certainly would have returned it but that was way too much work for the cost involved. This was an absolutely awful purchase and had I known, I would have invested in something more effective even if it were more expensive.
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:
Great idea........doesn't work.......2007-12-26
Apparently Monster has some real quality issues, this is my second bad experience with their products. Unit intermittantly stops transmitting, have to unplug to reset. Autoscan......great idea....needs more work. 120 sec to scan and you still have a busy station. Amazon was great on the return policy though, prepaid shipping.
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.
Product Description
The Zune Car Pack gives you everything you need to be your own DJ, listening to your tunes through your car stereo while keeping your Zune charged.
Amazon.com Product Description
If you're taking a road trip, the Zune Car Pack gives you everything you need to be your own DJ, listening to your music through your car stereo while keeping your Zune charged. This device transmits music from your Zune into an FM frequency that can be picked up by your radio tuner. You can automatically select an optimal station for broadcast using the auto-tuning Zune FM Transmitter. It often takes more than one station to stay tuned in if you drive between different regions with different stations, that's why the Zune FM Transmitter has two presets so you can easily swap back and forth between your most commonly used broadcast stations. To keep up with a long road trip, you can charge your Zune while listening to music in the car. The magnetic storage clip allows you to keep wires out of your way, and the dashboard grip pad provides a great place to rest your device in the car. It is compatible with the Zune 4 GB, Zune 8 GB, Zune 30 GB, and Zune 80 GB.
What's in the Box:
FM transmitter/charger, dashboard grip pad, product quick start guide, product manual.
Customer Reviews:
piece of junk.......2007-12-22
I recently purchased the car pack for my new Zune. However, there was way too much static to even enjoy it. After a while, I couldn't even get any audio from the Zune just from the radio station. I was only able to hear the device depending on my location. If you do buy it keep your receipt. Mine is going right back to the store. Terrible!
Far different experience...I have one & my experience is superb.......2007-12-21
TAKE NOTE: Don't turn your radio on UNTIL you have found a clear FM station with the Zune Car Pack 2. Turning your radio on FIRST seems to prevent the device from finding any clear FM station.
None of the harsh negative reviews are accurate IMHO and with respect to these people. It really makes me wonder of their validity in every single claim. The reviews greatly differ from the excellent and flawless product I just received and used. It could be that these well meaning people simply missing something on how to use this very simple and EXTREMELY effective device. My experience was a 100% POSITIVE with ZERO trouble! The Zune Car Pack 2 actually shocked the hell out of me because of the negative above reviews (I was already prepared to send it back). Like most everyone I read the user comments before I buy anything. I called Amazon to verify I could send this product back before I bought because of the horrid reviews above. Sometimes I will gamble anyway with a product purchase like this and this time and it paid off BIG. I got exactly what was advertised and what I wanted in my car.
1) I live in a VERY URBAN area. Nearly every single radio frequency is occupied. I plugged in the adapter hooked up the Zune used the auto-tune to find a clear station. Turned on the radio, tuned it to match the clear frequency and the sound was flawless. I honestly could not tell any significant difference from direct input. No kidding it works that well and that easy. There are also online resources that can locate some good clear FM frequencies by zip code if you should need extra help.
2) No static at all! Believe me I tried to get it. I shook my Zune like a nut, I shook the transmitter like an ape, I even placed metal objects on the cord and put the transmitter in every weird place I could think of. Perfect no static. I could not make static no matter how I tried (Man, I forgot to wrap everything in aluminum foil...now that may have a chance)! I tried my hardest to make this accessory sound bad and hear the static claims in the previous posted reviews. But the Zune Car Park v2 remained superb.
3) The Zune pad the is designed to hold the Zune on the dash or somewhere flat. Now I had my doubts about this set-up because I drive rather aggressively. I dusted off my dash and place the Zune on the pad. The thing is rock solid and I would trust it in almost all driving circumstances with confidence except for a hard hitting accident. A fender bender won't move that Zune a bit.
Try it out for yourself. You can always send it back to Amazon if you do not like the way it functions.
Plug in the adapter in the cigarette lighter, plug in the Zune, use auto-tune to find a clear station, turn on the radio, tune it to match the clear fequency and WOW!
The Zune Car Pack 2 is easy, static free, and movement DOES NOT effect the sound at all. As I said before I TRIED my hardest to get static but could not (with the exception of wrapping everything in aluminum foil).
The Zune Car Pack 2 is an excellent product in every respect.
That is what my real-world URBAN experience PROVED to me. I also learned you cannot always trust the reviews you read. Though I would not like to shop without them.
Give it a try as there is really nothing to loose----
I think that the problem is the device is so simple that people are not following the correct process for the device work properly (and the instructions could be better).
Remember to get the clear station tuned with the Zune Car Pack 1st and then turn on your radio and tune to the clear frequency.
Put your $80 towards a new car stereo w/ AUX input.......2007-12-15
I have a brand new Zune 80 which I love, but I have an older car with a stereo deck that does not include an AUX input. I heard mixed reviews (mostly negative), but decided to give it a go.
I purchased this pack at a local store, took it out to the car to try it and was utterly disappointed. I found a single station that barely came in. I moved the Zune all around the car, nothing. I moved the Tuner portion of the car pack around, nothing. I walked back into the store with it and returned it. Save your $$$ and buy a car stereo w/ AUX input. Amazon doesn't allow 0 stars...
Zune Car Pack.......2007-12-07
Works great out in the country away from a lot of radio stations. But in town (where I use mine the most) there is WAY to much static and can't get it to work very good. Would not recommend.
Very Suprised.......2007-11-23
At first I was suprised that it didnt get much low channels and so I gave up (at first) but because I put the metal part on the power chord part it was staticy but If you situation is like mine if you plug the pack in regularly and put the tuner part on the passenger side dashboard where their air bag is then alot of channels are very clear and I put the zune on the pad on the dashbaord ( it do get staticy if you move the zune around some) but over all it works fine
Product Description
Unique 2-in-1 FM transmitter and radio lets you play your favorite FM radio station through your iPod or transmit iPod tunes through your home or car stereo. The backlit digital display is simple to read and tune to any station, and you can lock in your favorites with four pre-sets. Patented Aerielle-enabled FM transmitter technology delivers cleaner, higher quality audio when compared to any other FM transmitter on the market.
Amazon.com Product Description
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.
Customer Reviews:
Useless.......2007-12-26
I tried to use this at my gym to pick up the fm stations that were tied into their tv system. It picked up the stations, but there was constant static. When will I learn that none of these portable transmitters/receivers will ever work with clarity!
Meh.......2007-12-25
This product is just OK. The buttons do not really work that well and the reception is not all that great. But, what do you really want it to do for only 10 bucks?!?!?!
ipod transmitter.......2007-12-25
Am/FM transmitter--Easy to program and use. Better to use than the cord, which can pull out of the cigarette charger, but some of the channels are heavy in static and can be very fuzzy, For the convenience great, for the clarity, not so good.
not all that .......2007-12-22
it too big and it doesnt fit well in my ipod, it falls out alot.
Kensington Performance.......2007-12-12
I purchased this little device to see how well the iPod would perform when broadcast into a radio. In all honestly, I bought the Kensington just for a cheap experiment. I travel in remote ski areas and radio (except for the paid XM, etc.) is out of the question. I brought a second car from Chicago to Colorado for the season and used this little device instead of my normal XM... Wow - I was pleasantly surprised.
I have no complaint at all. It did exactly what I wanted - no frils, played all the way from and to. Had to change the station twice in 1100 miles. It has proven to be a great buy and I have no intention of replacing it with a more expensive unit. Guess I feel that if it works this well - why fix it with one that may not! I did not have to stand on my head, place it on the roof or any thing bizzare. I plugged it into the iPOd, selected a station, laid it on the center console and listened to MY music the entire trip.
DEfinitely buy one - it has been just fine understanding I expected very little and got something that works. It has been more than adequate.
DM
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
iTrip, it's not just for iPod anymore. This one is called Plus with its ability to charge your player by means of a built-in USB port.
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