Griffin 9781-TRP30BK iTrip FM Transmitter with Dock Connector for iPod (Black) |  | Brand: Griffin Technology
Category: CE
List Price: $49.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  166 reviews
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
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Dimensions (in): 2.5 x 0.9 x 1.4
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Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: 9781-TRP30BK-2
Model: 9781-TRP30BK-2
UPC: 685387997817
EAN: 0685387060658
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| Features:
| • | Turns your car stereo into an iPod broadcaster | | • | Clear LCD screen makes tuner setting a snap | | • | Station setting memory eliminates fuss | | • | Requires no batteries, draws its power directly from the iPod | | • | 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
The coolest iPod accessory in the world is now available for the coolest iPod in the world - the jet black iPod U2 Special Edition. The iTrip FM transmitter for the iPod can play your music through any FM radio - in your car, at a party - anywhere the mood strikes you and there's a radio.iTrip is made specifically for the iPod. This gives iTrip advantages over similar devices. For example, with the iTrip, you can have the cleanest possible signal, because you can choose any radio station on the FM dial to tune for the best performance. You do this by 'playing' special station codes directly from the iPod itself. Simple.Another advantage of the iTrip is that it needs no batteries - it receives its tiny amount of power from the iPod. No more batteries ever again. There's not even a power switch - just plug it in and go. It shuts off automatically after 60 seconds of silence, just like the iPod.The iTrip is the ultimate accessory for the iPod because it allows you to share the music and share the fun beyond your headphones. Don't leave home without it.
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
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| Customer Reviews: Read 161 more reviews...
 My full review on FM Transmitters January 15, 2007
67 out of 68 found this review helpful
First, and foremost, we are talking about FM transmitters. Therefore, nothing will sound like CD sound or direct cable connections when it comes to music quality. You will lose some highs, and you will lose some lows, and you will have nowhere near great quality. That being said, sometimes there are no alternatives, and some transmitters can get the job done. In addition, I have owned and tested all of the following transmitters, to which I will review for you now to save you the time and money. A note: I have 2 vehicles, a SUV and a Saturn.
First up: Belkin Tunebase
I bought this after my Roadtrip base was stolen with my iPod, and I thought I would try an alternative. I liked the flexible connector in my SUV to allow reaching of all controls. However, it was disastrous in my Saturn, only preferring 1 position - lying down. It is a pain to control the iPod when driving in either vehicle, as the flexible arm gave too much in order to advance unwanted songs or control the iPod in general. Although a wider range of highs and lows was evident, the strength of output of this device is way too low; easily outcompted by either of the following transmitters. In the SUV, it is very good at broadcasting and being received by the radio. However, in the Saturn, it was an absolute disaster. I am transmitting on a completely free channel, and in my Saturn I got feedback from the background radio hiss! I even had the hiss increase in tune with the windshield wipers! How awful. This is not a bad transmitter in a larger vehicle, like my SUV, but in a small vehicle, you don't want to risk it. Finally, you can't disconnect the transmitter like the Griffin items. So, it's use in your car, or don't use at all. Although you rarely need to use it outside of your car, the other two below are the same price or cheaper, so you're already paying for it. Avoid this item.
Next - Griffin Roadtrip
Although this comes with an extension, the fixed location of the holder interferes with many of the car controls, even with the extension. However, the transmission is much better and can even be picked up in nearby cars at clear enough reception. I again had trouble making turns in the Saturn, as the roadtrip does slip around; but not nearly as bad as the Belkin. The transmission is good, but not great; as you do need to find a completely clean frequency in order to get a good reception. Finally, controlling the iPod is easy, as the adapter is a sturdy adapter and holds the iPod quite well. It got the job done in both cars, but didn't exactly knock my socks off.
Finally - Griffin iTrip
The best of the bunch. I doubt the transmission is greater than the griffin Roadtrip; based on the fact it runs off of the iPod, but it doesn't matter. You can move your iPod into position to be right under your antenna and get fantastic reception. In addition, because it doesn't need to be connected to the lighter, there is no interferce with the controls of the car and the iPod is easy to control. Finally, purchase this with the Powerjolt and you've spent the same as either of the above and can charge your iPod at the same time; except with a cable to keep the iPod clear of auto controls. I was expecting very little from this tiny device, but I am quite pleased. The only drawback is that, since there is no holder, there really is no secure place to put your iPod; as it will slide all over the dash. Putting it near the controls of the car (like in the center compartment area) obviously takes away its advantage over the Roadtrip. However, some velcro backing to it or sticky tape should afix it to the dash temporarily and you can remove it when you leave the car. But then you have tape on the back of your iPod....so..... Well, it still is the best choice, as the transmission is clearest because you can get it close to your antenna; and it is the only transmitter that worked well in my Saturn. In the SUV, all worked well.
itrip LCD is excellent February 19, 2007
8 out of 9 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.
hey- it works! August 30, 2006
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
So, after reading a myriad of negative reviews of this product I had pretty much decided against getting it. This weekend my sister was up and we were out on a lake with NO radio reception and she pulled out her pod (old one- not sure which generation) with her itrip attached and it was AWESOME- the sound quality was good (if not great) and on the way home we tried it in the car and it worked just as well. So, I went down to Best Buy and forked over the $$ for it, plugged it in to my ipod video and it worked. I think it's really the best option for using in the car if you don't have a cassette deck to use (I've heard cassette is THE best). I like the fact that I don't have cords all over the place like others that are "inline" chargers/transimtters. I drive a 2000 Intrepid with the antenna at the back of the car and I can have the pod/trip in the front seat in my hand and have clear reception. There's a little cubby on my console that it fits nicely into and I do live in a VERY rural area but almost every FM station does have something on it. I commute to a slightly larger city daily and I have good reception the whole way. Yes, there are parts that get staticky (?) but my radio does as well in those spots. So, if you're looking for a TOTALLY portable solution to music I highly recommend this- it's not going to be CD quality but if you wanted that you'd bring your CD's along right? Also, there is a 5 pin mini-usb available that plugs into the bottom of the trip for a charger if you want to buy it. I think it was around $20 when I checked into it.
iPod with FM March 8, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
A must addition for every iPod owner. iTrip works great in the car or in the house! My daughter took hers on the road and did not miss a tune on her 5 1/2 hour trip.
Awesome Sound March 17, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This product is very nice. At first I thought that maybe it wouldn't be good but when I recieved it and tried it I loved it. The fact of no wires and that it just plugs into the bottom of my ipod is nice. I also thought well if this is plugged in then I won't be able to listen and charge my ipod at the same time for long trips. That's not true either. I just happen to have a motorola Razor and I looked on the bottom of my transmitter and it has the same charging plug as my razor so now I truly can charge my ipod and play music for lengthly trips. Overall I'd say this is a must buy.
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