Griffin Technology iTrip FM Transmitter for iPod (White) | 
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| Brand: Griffin Technology
Category: CE
List Price: $49.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  127 reviews
Color: White
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0
Dimensions (in): 4.7 x 1.2 x 6.2
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: 9500-TRIPDA-2
Model: 9500-TRIPDA-2
UPC: 685387960668
EAN: 0685387995004
Release Date: November 15, 2005
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Uses any frequency form 87.7 to 107.9 | | • | High stability crystal oscillator, phase-lock loop control | | • | Charges iPod while connected | | • | Compatible with iPod 3G, 4G, 5G, nano 1G, 2G, 3G, iPod classic and touch | | • | Compatibility: iPod nano (1G and 2G), iPod mini, 3G iPod, 4G iPod with click wheel, iPod Color, iPod Video |
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Product Description
Now compatible with all full sized dock connector iPods, including the very newest ones, the new iTrip follows in the tradition of Griffin's iTrip line, with superior performance and innovative features that make the iTrip the most popular iPod FM transmitter in the world. The large, easy to read backlit LCD screen makes setting its digital tuner easy and intuitive. A convenient switch on the side of the iTrip makes it a breeze to select a broadcast frequency. iTrip remembers its settings for convenience. The compact, self-contained design makes controlling iTrip a snap, perfect for use in autos. One of iTrip's innovative new features is selectable LX or DX modes of broadcasting, which is adjustable for the absolute best possible audio under real-world conditions. Even in large cities with lots of radio stations crowding the dial, iTrip's DX Mode delivers a background noise level below that of a cassette tape adapter, allowing the music to punch through cleanly. Also, avaliable international mode allows access to lower frequencies. US mode limits tuning to those frequencies relevant to US stations. The result is no unnecessary scrolling through channels. Frequencies - 88.1-107.9MHz High stability crystal oscillator, phase-lock loop control Frequency response - 50Hz to 15KHz Operating range - 10-30 feet Dimenions - 2.45 x 1.43 x 0.9 inch, 62.5mm x 36.5mm x 22mm Weight - 0.6 ounces
Amazon.com Product Description
The Griffin Technology 9500-TRIPDA iTrip LCD/FM Transmitter with Dock Connector for iPod is the most popular iPod FM transmitter in the world. It 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. The iTrip has a large, easy to read backlit LCD screen, memory settings, and a snazzy compact and self-contained design that's great for car travel. iTrip even has international modes for when you're in Europe or Japan and are looking for a frequency below what's available in the U.S. mode. Meanwhile, the new option of selecting between LX and DX modes allows you to hear audio with minimal interference from stations on crowded urban dials. iPod Compatibility
iPod nano 1G, iPod nano 2G, iPod mini, iPod 3G, iPod 4G (Clickwheel), iPod Color, iPod 5G/5.5G Video
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| Customer Reviews: Read 122 more reviews...
 THE 1 STAR REVIEWS ARE WRONG!!! November 27, 2006
46 out of 49 found this review helpful
I had two friends who HATED this thing. They said they got terrible reception no matter what they did. I said, "What are you talking about? My iTrip is brilliant." Then I realized that they had not read the manual; the iPod MUST BE at a volume level of 50-70% and NO HIGHER -- any higher and the signal distorts causing a sound like the radio reception is breaking up. Now that they are using the device properly, they LOVE this thing.
The LCD iTrip is Excellent February 19, 2007
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
A colleague was talking postively about his experience with itrip. I was inspired and decided to get one. When I looked at all the reviews here on amazon I was quite concerned.
However, based on my colleagues experience I decided to go ahead and give it a try.
I have found the device excellent.
I've used it in two cars. I have each car preset to the frequency I've selected. I selected the best frequency by cycling through all frequencies in the car that had the best radio reception for a frequency that had a significant gap each side.
I have had no problems with the itrip. The flexibility to be able to tune it to any frequency is great and the mini USB port to allow me to charge it from my car charger is an added bonus.
My daughter is able to sit in the back seat of the car and act as DJ without any problems.
I should mention I live in Sydney/Australia not the USA and our population is about 4.3 million.
Reading many poor reviews on this site I noticed a lot of people complained about static and the ability to tune it to a frequency that received well. I have had no negative results in this area.
A lot of people also complained about how it sucks battery power. I wasn't even worried about this because the box indicates that it has a mini USB socket for charging. I have used this and it's great. But last time when my daughter was playing DJ from the back seat it was just running off the ipod battery and it seemed fine. However, I am quite happy to plug it into the charger.
I've experimented walking away from the car to see how far away I could get and I found that the distance was enough to give me absolute confidence that it will continue to work well in our car.
The other complaint people made was that the quality was not as good.
In my experience it sounds fine. It isn't as good as playing a CD. I did sit for a while switching between CD and ipod on FM to try and guage the difference. Whilst I believe there is a difference it is more than acceptable to me and sometimes is hard to pick. If I was trying to quantify what the difference was I would say that your trebles don't have as much treble and your bases don't have as much base.
This device is everything I hoped for and more.
Finally let me say that I have never reviewed anything here. The reason I've posted this review is because I feel a lot of the bad reviews given here are unjustified. That made me feel that obliged to comment on my own positive experience.
Works great for what it is August 29, 2007
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
This review applies to the following products:
Griffin 9781-TRP30BK iTrip FM Transmitter with Dock Connector for iPod (Black)
Griffin Technology 9500-TRIPDA iTrip LCD/FM Transmitter with Dock Connector for iPod
This transmitter works quite well if you understand its limitations.
First of all, it broadcasts on the FM band so don't expect the sound to be better than your FM radio. Secondly, it's designed to be small and portable, so it's not going to have a very powerful transmitter built in, not to mention there are probably FCC rules regarding how few watts a personal device like this is allowed to transmit (in order to prevent interference with other electronics).
If your car doesn't have an alternate method of connecting an iPod (such as via a cassette adapter, line-in jack, etc.), and you don't want to spend the money to upgrade your stereo, this is a good, cheap solution to listen to your iPod in your car.
The product description (on Griffin's web page, the product packaging, and Amazon) mistakenly states that the iTrip works with frequencies ranging from 88.1 to 107.9MHz. It's actually designed to broadcast from 87.9 to 107.9MHz. I was happy to discover that my unit was tuned to 87.9MHz out of the package, which is a barely used fringe frequency in my area, making it ideal for FM transmitters. I just had to change it from DX (mono) to LX (stereo) mode and I was in business.
The controls are extremely simple and user friendly. Changing the broadcast frequency is easy as moving the toggle switch on the side of the unit up and down. Changing it from DX to LX involves pressing the toggle switch for about 3 seconds, then toggling between the two modes, and pressing the switch again to save the setting.
The built-in mini-USB charging port is a very smart feature. It allows you to use the same charger for many popular cell phones (MOTORAZR, Blackberry, etc.) and GPS devices, reducing the need to carry around a proprietary charger just for your iPod. And unlike the iTrip Auto, you only charge when you want to, instead of letting it charge all the time (and possibly using up unnecessary charge cycles). Also, some people have reported interference when using car powered transmitters, especially if they don't have a noise suppressor installed in their stereo, so allowing the iTrip Dock to use the power from the iPod gives additional flexibility in that regard.
My iTrip Dock works pretty well if I leave it in the cup holder of my car, which is about a foot away from the stereo. I may hear a little interference if I shift it around, but for the most part it provides a satisfactory performance, and I can't really complain considering the price and convenience.
By the way, Griffin has a web-based station finder application called SmartScan that tells you the clearest frequencies in your area. Just google "griffin smartscan" and give it a try if you have problems finding usable frequencies. Good luck!
UPDATE: Be aware that the iTrip does not work well in cold temperatures. I left mine in a car overnight during a cold spell, and it did not work well (low volume and increased susceptible to interference) until the ambient air temperature warmed up. So try not to leave it in your car if you park outside in the cold.
Works well for me! January 25, 2006
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
I guess this item is pretty hit and miss. I've had excellent luck with mine...it works great! I was really apprehensive because of all the negative comments, but tried it anyway, and I'm glad I did. I set my radio on a static station, pressed play on my iPod, dialed in the iTrip to the station, and voila! my music came through loud and clear! And for anyone out there who is wondering, you CAN charge your iPod with the iTrip connected...you just need a USB car charger (like the Power Jolt), and a USB-miniUSB cable (I had one that came with my camera). I can't promise that this item will be great for everyone, but I'd say it's worth a shot. It sure was for me!
Stuck with ITRIP July 20, 2006
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I purchased an IPOD nano for the sole purpose of listening to the music I want to listen to on my hectic drive to work. I unfortunately drive a car that contains no tape deck, and to make matters worse the lighter tray doesn't work. Ok so I just invested in this two hundred dollar ipod for the sole intent of using it in my car, and i'm coming to the realization that I need to take advantage of Best Buys thirty day money back guarantee. However my sister informs me of a device that streams the music using the FM radio in my car. Fortunately for me my FM stereo is just about the only thing that operates in my car. Without hesitation I go back to Best Buy and invest the money into the "ITRIP", and I couldn't be any happier. I live in the greater san diego area and found 87.9 works brilliantly with little or no static. I'm by no means picky when it comes to minor static considering it's the only possible means of listening to the ipod in my car. Nonetheless I can hear my ipod loud and clear (no pun intended) just as long as the ipod is strategically sitting in close proximity to my stereo. I'm quite surprised their are several bad reviews regarding this product, however we're dealing with a transmitter that is relative to any particular area of the country. In any event I really enjoy the product, and will be keeping 87.9 FM as my default radio station forever.
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