$8.95

Description

With this handy device you can listen to your favorite tunes through any FM stereo receiver with your iPod, PDA, PC, or laptop, even an MP3, CD, or cassette player from up to 30 feet away. The Belkin TuneCast II Mobile FM Transmitter makes it easy to wirelessly connect portable music players to your car or home stereo FM radio. Simply plug the TuneCast II into the headphone jack of your player or connect it to your PC or laptop computer, then tune your car stereo or receiver to any clear FM frequency. There's also an auto on/off function that lets the device simply power on whenever an audio signal is detected. If there is no signal, the TuneCast II switches off after 60 seconds, helping to preserve battery life. There's also four programmable memory slots that let you save the clearest station wherever you go. The device comes with a DC cable for optional battery-free operation, but it only works with the Belkin Mobile Power Cord for 3G iPod. B

Features

• Turns your FM stereo into an MP3 broadcaster
• Program up to four station presets; automatically turns on and off
• Operating range of up to 30 feet; transmits on FM channels 88.1MHz-107.9Mz
• Includes DC cable for battery-free operation (with optional Belkin Mobile Power Cord)
• Compatibility: iPod nano (1G and 2G), iPod mini, 4G iPod with click wheel, iPod Color, iPod Video, iPod shuffle (1G and 2G)

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Less convenient than the radio , September 14, 2007
By Michael Bursey "Mmmm Donuts" (Marysville, CA United States) - See all my reviews


Well, I bought this for use in my car because it is a battery operated transmitter and my cigarette lighter port is blown out. I thought it would be nice to listen to the ipod in my car, and my non-battery operated model works like a charm. Not so with this one. I know the fcc regulates fm transmitters to low power, but this is ridiculous. I only got a clear signal if I actually touched the transmitter to the car antenna. I thought it might be my car, but it did the same thing with the other three cars I tried. To make matters worse, as some of the previous reviews state, the batteries run out very rapidly, making it worthwhile to invest in duracell stock if you plan on using this product for extended periods of time. Overall very poor performance.

By JMK (Saco, Maine) - See all my reviews

After receiving the TuneCastII to used with my iPod Nano, I noticed the batteries would go dead in the TuneCastII even when the unit wasn't being used within a two week period. I contacted Belkin and they said to return the unit to them and I paid the shipping. I received a new one from them and sure enough, this one does the same thing.

It appears that the unit is still 'on' even though it appears off using up the batteries. Maybe this is due to the 'auto' on/off signal function requiring power to work. I'd rather just have a normal on/off switch to use and save on batteries. Or supply the car adapter with the unit instead of having to pay another $20 for it.

Besides the battery issue, the transmitter is very weak and after trying numerious locations in the car and different frequencies I have found listening to the iPod Nano more of a pain with the TuneCastII and have gone back to just listening to the radio.

Don't waste your money on this item!!!!!


Personal Notes:

They have these at wal-mart new for only 12.99
Check in the automotive section near the air filters. (Varies per store)

Program up to four station presets; automatically turns on and off <- This seems odd, But most belkin products in my experience work when they want to.

Includes DC cable for battery-free operation (with optional Belkin Mobile Power Cord) <-- This I do not understand, So we need to purchase an optional Belkin Mobile Power Cord to work with the device that already includes a DC cable ?

Again just my thoughts. Stay away. Best FM transmitters on the market are the iriver ones.

And some pricing to help so we NEVER see these again on Mbox.

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I have one of these. The digital tuner is much nicer than the analog (find the station) transmitters. The memories allow you to keep a few free stations available for different areas. (I use this when traveling)

While the transmit power is "average" on battery, it is much stronger with the 12V adapter. When I travel I bring the 12V adapter and always have a rock-solid radio connection.

Sound quality is average. I've never been impressed with the sound quality from narrow band FM transmitters. It's not as good as a wired connection, but much more convenient. IMHO, signal strength is more important.

I've gone through a few FM transmitters, and this is my favorite by far.

Robert