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Kensington Digital FM Transmitter/Car Charger for iPod | 
 enlarge | Brand: Kensington
Category: CE
This item is no longer available
Avg. Customer Rating:  440 reviews
Format: Cd
Platform: Windows
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: Windows
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 84.7 x 56.7 x 20.5
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
Warranty: 5 years warranty
MPN: 33185
Model: 33185
UPC: 412351413222
EAN: 0412351413222
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| Features:
| • | Simultaneously plays and charges iPod using the car's DC power source (cigarette outlet) | | • | Transmits iPod tunes through any available FM radio frequency | | • | Simple up/down button speeds frequency selection and three programmable buttons lock in station presets | | • | Compatible with iPod Nano (Gen 1,2,3); iPod (Gen 1,2,3,4); iPod Classic; iPod Touch | | • | Patented Aerielle wireless technology enhances noise reduction and stereo separation |
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Product Description
All-in-one Digital FM Transmitter/Auto Charger plays and charges iPods using the car's FM radio and DC power source. It features convenient push button operation with digital display and patented Aerielle wireless technology for superior audio fidelity.
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. Accessorize with Kensington
Get the most out of your consumer electronics products with a full line of Kensington accessories. Whether you're playing it, controlling it, carrying it, securing it, connecting it, or powering it, Kensington offers a diverse selection of products for almost any home office or entertainment need. See the chart for a sampling of products offered by Kensington, a worldwide leader in mobile computing accessories. What's in the Box
FM transmitter/car charger and user's manual.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 435 more reviews...
 Better than the Monster Cable iCarPlay Plus May 5, 2006
22 out of 23 found this review helpful
I have the Kensington 33185 in one car and the iCarPlay Plus in the other. While the iCarPlay Plus is decent, the Kensington wins out.
First, the Kensington has better reception, which I believe is largely due to it being tunable. You can set it to any station on the FM radio frequency so you get to control which station works best for you in your given area. The iCarPlay Plus has three stations pre-set and they can not be changed, so if those three are being used in your area by high-power FM stations you're out of luck. Luckily, I can use the three pre-sets in my area because there are no high-powered broadcasts on those stations already, but the Kensington still sounds better.
Second, the Kensington's controls are molded into the unit that plugs into the cigarette lighter while the iCarPlay Plus' controls are separate. This is a problem for the iCarPlay Plus because the unit tends to get flung around during sharp turns or lost between the seat and center console during normal use causing the buttons to be pressed and the station it broadcasts on to get changed. It can be very dangerous to try to find the unit again and switch the broadcasting station while driving. Since the Kensington's controls stay in place plugged snuggly into the cigarette lighter, they are always in easy reach and never get accidentally changed.
Third, I protect my iPod with iPod Armor which gives accessibility to the iPod's dock connector at the bottom of the iPod. The slot is plenty big for the standard USB and Fireware connector that Apple ships. However, the iCarPlay Plus' connector, for some unfathomable reason, is nearly twice the size of the standard connector, therefore I have to remove my iPod from the armor every time I want to use the iCarPlay Plus. This is annoying! The Kensington uses the same size connector as Apple which means that I don't have to remove my iPod from its armor so I can just plug in and drive away.
While the iCarPlay Plus is a nice unit that does work quite well, the Kensington 33185 is the overall winner based on sound quality, reception, and thoughtful engineering.
Worked just fine right out of the box October 30, 2005
15 out of 15 found this review helpful
After reading the reviews about FM transmitters I was concerned that I would be happy with this purchase. As soon as I plugged it in and found a frequency it worked perfectly. Rarely have to change frequencies in the FM crowded NY, NJ, Philadelphia region.
The sound quality is definitely not CD quality but is certainly good enough for car listening.
Highly recommended.
Best of the transmitters October 24, 2005
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
Although all FM transmitters have some problems with static - this one is the best out of the many I have tried. You can almost always find a clear channel - I was even able to do so in downtown Los Angeles. I love that it also charges your iPod while using it. Highly recommended!
Must have for your Ipod! June 9, 2006
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
This was my second attempt at playing my Ipod through the car radio. The first was one of those casette tape things which did not work at all. Once bitten and all that.
Now, two years later and my sister tells me this is the best thing since sliced bread. Tried hers out in my car and it worked like a charm.
I only use this when I drive any distance - around town the radio is fine for me. So I do spend a few moments every hour or so finding a new frequency to bring the sound quality back up to standard. Not too tough, even for a tech-rookie like me.
I like the fact that it charges while you listen - I have used a car charger since I got the Ipod, but this only requires one cord and I get to listen and power-up!
I have not had to make any of the obscure adjustments mentioned in some of the reviews - maybe the quality would be better if I did. Or maybe the high quality sound system that came with my car compensates for those issues. As it is, I plug it in, pick what play list I am in the mood for and head down the road.
Kensington Digital FM Transmitter November 23, 2006
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
This transmitter has worked great for the past two months. I live in Phoenix, AZ and drive a 2004 Acura TL. I pluged the transmitter into my car's power outlet, tuned my radio to a blank FM frequency and set the memory buttons on both my radio and the transmitter to match. I then plugged in my Ipod and got great sound. I did the same thing with a GMC Yukon and also got great results.
Very easy to use, great sound and almost no interference. Twice in two months I did get interference with another FM station but it lasted less than a minute. I also like not having an Ipod holder. I set my Ipod on the console between my front seats so I can pick it up to look at it or make changes.
I am quite satisfied with my purchase.
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