Sonnet PodFreq Premium FM transmitter

Manufacturer: Sonnet Technologies, Inc. Part number: FMT-IPOD-MINI

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Bottom Line:: If you're tired of buying FM transmitters that cut in and out and deliver horrible sound quality, Sonnet offers you a product that might be of interest: a battery-free FM transmitter that--gasp--works!

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9 stars

Great sound quality; robust FM broadcast; incudes car charger and mount.

by audio_engineer on July 27, 2006

Pros: Best sound and transmission quality of all units I tested.

Cons: Larger than other products, but protects the screen with a clear cover.

Summary: I tried two other units before I bought Sonnet PodFreq (based on its good reviews). I did not experience the frequent static and dropouts with PodFreq like I had with ...

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Summary: I tried two other units before I bought Sonnet PodFreq (based on its good reviews). I did not experience the frequent static and dropouts with PodFreq like I had with the other units, even in Chicago, which is crowded with FM stations. I also liked the PodFreq sound quality, which I found comparable to commercial FM broadcasts. The other units sounded tinny by comparison. I was so happy to find an FM transmitter that actually works.

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9 stars

Skip the others, buy this one first (and last).

by dhidding on December 4, 2005

Pros: No hiss, auto charger included, nice case.

Cons: Automobile holder doesn't seem complete.

Summary: This is the fourth different device I've purchased in order to use my iPod in my car. It's also going to be the last. All three of the ...

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Summary: This is the fourth different device I've purchased in order to use my iPod in my car. It's also going to be the last. All three of the previous transmitters (two different Belkin models and one from Macally) that I purchased had lots of hiss in the background. This one is as quiet as a mouse! It's money well spent - especially with the $20 rebate currently being offered. I would have saved about $150 if I'd simply purchased a Pod-Freq first. Included with the transmitter is an auto-charger and an acrylic holder. However, you have to purchase something to attach the holder to. Since I had already purchased a Belkin TuneDok, I simply attached the Pod-Freq to the Belkin one...and then sanded the Belkin down so that the antenna and car-charger fits like a glove. I would have rated this a perfect 10, if only the holder had been a little more robust. However, if the quality of sound is of utmost importance - then it deserves a 10.
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The two previous FM transmitters that I purchased were made by Griffin, not Belkin. I bought Belkin's Tune Dok - and incorporated it with the holder from the Pod-Freq...and LOVE it. I've bought other Griffin products that I've been happy with - but when it comes to an FM transmitter for the iPod, the Pod-Freq wins by a large margin.

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5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
6 stars

Does not fit 2nd generation nanos

by kellypozdol on February 22, 2007

Pros: it's very cool looking

Cons: doesn't fit the aluminum(2nd gen) ipod

Summary: although i didn't get to listen to it, it came with a lot of accessories and the customer dervice at sonnet tech were very helpful, courteous, and timely.

Summary: although i didn't get to listen to it, it came with a lot of accessories and the customer dervice at sonnet tech were very helpful, courteous, and timely.

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Manufacturer: Sonnet Technologies, Inc.
Part number: FMT-IPOD-MINI
Description: PodFreq mini packs in the value. It's a dock, a protective case, and a premium FM transmitter all rolled up into one slick unit. The package comes complete with a car charger, car cradle, USB 2.0 cable, and a soft carrying pouch. Sonnet's PodFreq mini wirelessly broadcasts your iPod mini's tunes to any nearby FM radio. Find a frequency on the FM dial with no station, select the same frequency on the PodFreq mini, and play your music - it's that simple. How does it sound? Superb. PodFreq mini's advanced audio design ensures superior music quality. PodFreq mini's smooth, extended frequency response and high signal-to-noise ratio are achieved through the use of premium quality components designed specifically for FM music transmission. While other manufacturer's products are designed around parts made for wireless microphones, the PodFreq mini is designed to be the best sounding FM transmitter available.

General
Product Type Digital player docking station / FM transmitter
Width 2.4 in
Depth 1.2 in
Height 5 in
Package Content Protective case, Carrying pouch, Car power adapter, Digital player docking station / FM transmitter
Packaged quantity 1
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support 1 year warranty
Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year

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Service & support details type Limited warranty
Full contract period 1 year

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