Showing posts with label battery backup. Show all posts
Showing posts with label battery backup. Show all posts

Sunday, November 25, 2012

iLive Clock Radio with Docking and Charging Station for iPhone/iPod (Black) Review

iLive Clock Radio with Docking and Charging Station for iPhone/iPod (Black)
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I liked the features and large numbers if this clock radio, but was very disappointed when I got it home and tried it out.
Though large, the numbers are very close together so can be hard to read from any distance. They also have poor contrast -- turning them up to the highest brightness makes the background so bright that the effectiveness of the bright setting is lessened.
I was particularly looking for a radio with presets, and this has them (20 FM) but the implementation is so poor they are basically useless. With only one button to work with, you have to cycle through the 20 presets to get to the one you want. I put my most often used preset at number 1. If I miss and end up on preset two, that's twenty clicks to get back to what I want -- or if I'm on number two and want to go to number one, I've got to go all the way around. Ridiculous.
The iPod/iPhone features are basic, but seem to work well. The radio reception is fine, as is the sound quality. This might be fine for someone who doesn't listen to the radio much, or only listens to one station, and has sharp eyes to read the time across a room (or can put this near to where they will be when reading it). Otherwise stay away.

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Enjoy amazing sound from iLive's retro dot-matrix digital clock with docking station for iPhone and iPod. This sleek clock radio features a digital FM tuner with 20 presets, and a dual alarm with snooze, gradual wake, and the ability to wake up to music from the radio, iPod, or iPhone. With its simple, stylish exterior and retro, white dot-matrix digital read-out, it's an elegant and useful addition to your nightstand.

Charge and Play Your iPod The ICP200B will charge and play your docked iPod, so you can listen to (or wake up to) your tunes while it receives a charge. When you wake up and hit the road, your iPod will be ready.

FM Radio Pull up your favorite FM radio stations with 20 user presets, for instant access to live programming.

Dual Alarm Set two separate alarms and wake to your iPod, the radio, or even a good old-fashioned buzzer. The alarm volume increases gradually so as not to jar you out of sleep.

Throw in two AAA batteries for backup, and you'll still make your appointments even during power outages. The usual snooze and sleep timers are included as well, for drifting off or refusing to get up just yet.

TV Output Enjoy video from your docked video-enabled iPod on the big screen, thanks to a composite (RCA) video output. Connect a standard RCA style AV cable to the composite output, adjust your iPod's TV out setting to "on," then sit back and enjoy.

Auxiliary Input Listen to external audio source--like computers, CD players, non-docking iPods, or MP3 players--using the auxiliary input.

What's in the Box iLive ICP200B speaker dock, AC power adapter, iPod docking brackets, user's guide, and warranty card.


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Saturday, November 17, 2012

SONY ICF-C211-BLK AM/FM Clock Radio Review

SONY ICF-C211-BLK AM/FM Clock Radio
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I've had my Sony Clock Radio for quite a while now. It's durable (I've dropped it several times down several flights of stairs, but it's still here and working) and performs as advertised. One minor complaint though. The radio doesn't go very loud without distortion. But who would want to crank an alarm clock radio up anyways??? Overall, this is a great product.

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This clock radio from Sony features a large highly readable display that can be seen form just about anywhere in the room, even at night. Wake to the sound of music from your favorite radio station or to the standard digital alarm sound.Large easy-to-see LED display is highly readable from a distance, even at night. AM/FM Tuner lets you choose from the wide variety of news, talk radio and music programming. AM Wide Band Reception allows reception of all AM radio stations in the new expanded AM band. Easy Operation with Single Function Keys makes it a simple matter to set time, select alarm preference (buzzer or radio), and all other functions in easy, convenient steps. Alarm-On Indicator tells you at a glance if alarm is set. Snooze Bar shuts off alarm temporarily to allow for a few extra minutes of snoozing before it turns on again. Sleep Timer shuts off radio automatically after a pre-set length of time. Full Power Memory Back-Up uses single 9V battery (optional) to maintain clock and alarm settings and operation in event of blackout or other power failure. Antennas include built-in ferrite bar antenna for AM, convenient wire antenna for FM.

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Thursday, July 19, 2012

RCA RC46 AM/FM Alarm Clock Radio with Large Blue LED Display (Black) Review

RCA RC46 AM/FM Alarm Clock Radio with Large Blue LED Display (Black)
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Trying to find a reliable, easy to use, inexpensive, alarm clock for the wife. She wanted one that sets itself and had a battery back-up. I wanted one that would wake her up. Found this one at K-mart and spent 30 mins playing with it over by the televisions (needed a power source). This radio alarm clock is perfect for what I need. This being my first review, I"ll just point out the things that made me buy it.
1. Nice soft blue color, 2 setting...low you can just make out and high is clearly visible
2. Battery back up (even came with batteries) easy to find AA"s
3. Plug in in and it sets itself (all you have to do is set the time zone) has a switch for Daylight Savings Time.
4. Dual alarm (his and her) or in this case days and midnights...set it and forget it. You don't have to remember to set it everyday.
5. If the power goes out the alarm goes into kind of a sleep mode. It beeps to warn you of the power failure and according to the instructions, remembers the alarm settings and goes off without it being plugged in (not tested yet)
6. The alarm starts off kinda like any other alarm but then gets progressively louder (can't see anyone sleeping through this one)
7. Playing with the tuner, looks like one of those old fashion, spin the dial things, but it shows a digital read on the display (kinda cool but it's a cheap radio folks and sounds like one)
8. The snooze is adjustable from 1 to 30 mins.
9. Last but not least, the alarm set time is displayed on the lower right, so if your the nervous type, you can double check to make sure the alarm is where you want it to be. All for around 20 bucks...and that"s all I have to say about that.....


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The RC46 clock radio by RCA is the perfect companion in the morning. The AM/FM clock radio has a large 1.4-inch blue LED display that makes it easy to see and to read. The clock can be adjusted to two different levels of brightness to accommodate for different lighting situations. The clock features automatic time set that will set the clock to one of seven different time zones once clock is plugged in. Simply flip the switch to select your current time zone. LCD display has a digital frequency readout, so that you can precisely tune to your favorite radio station and read which station you are tuned in to. The programmable sleep feature will play the radio up to 2-hours before automatically turning off, allowing you to gently fall asleep to the radio. The RC46 features a 2nd display 'alarm reminder" showing the time you have set for the alarm to go off. No more second guessing if you set the time of the alarm correctly or not. The clock radio has two different alarm settings that are perfect for couples who wake at different times or for those who need a second reminder to wake in the morning. Set the alarm to wake you up to the buzzer or to your favorite radio station. Enjoy the Graduwake ramp up alarm system that gently wakes you from deep sleep by gradually increasing the volume of the alarm. You'll no longer have a loud, rude awakening in the morning. Alarm clock features programmable snooze that you can set to ring between 1-30 minutes or by the default setting of every 9-minutes. Using the SmartSnooze feature, any of the top buttons will act as the snooze button when alarm has been activated, to ensure that you will find it when you're half asleep. The battery backup gives reassurance that your alarm will sound even with the loss of power. The 'No Worry" battery backup keeps the clock radio working during power outages. You'll no longer have to worry about being late to work or needing to reset the clock and alarm.

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Friday, May 11, 2012

Sony ICFC723 AM/FM Memory Clock Radio Review

Sony ICFC723 AM/FM Memory Clock Radio
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This clock came out in Korea a little over a week ago. I bought it at my favorite Korean store to use in my bedroom. It(sony) is a great American brand I always try to find American things to put in my house. I got this one because i like Sony a lot. I have had a Sony clock beofer this and it lasted for many years. I just got it yesterday and i used it last night. Even though the shape seems a little wierd with the time being to the back of the clock it did not make a very big difference. I think I actually like it better the time being not right in your face, like most other clocks have their screen at the front of their machine. This is a wounderful clock my by one of the best American companies in the WHOLE WORLD.

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The Sony ICF-C723's unique, high-tech design with function controls cleverly set in the base, stands apart from ordinary clock radios because it saves nightstand space, letting you place it almost anywhere. The synthesized tuner with PLL (Phase Locked Loop) provides the most accurate drift-free tuning of AM and FM radio stations. And the five random memory presets offer convenient one-button tuning of your choice of five favorite radio stations. A dual alarm permits you to set two separate wake-up times, especially useful for working couples. And the self-power back-up maintains clock and alarm settings in case of power failure. Leave yourself wake-up messages and personal reminders on the built-in IC chip to remind yourself of that day's business and other appointments. Message will be played at wake up time (before and after alarm) helping to ensure that your message has been noted.

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Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Logic3 i-Station TimeCube for iPhone and iPod (White) Review

Logic3 i-Station TimeCube for iPhone and iPod (White)
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I bought this item for a Xmas present for a small child who wanted music to go to sleep too. It's a great product - well it would be if we could use it. The power supply it comes with is a unique/custom design that allows you to interchange between various differing country AC outlet pin configurations - in the box comes one for EU and the UK but NONE for the US. The AC/DC Unit requires you to attach one of the included pin connectors in order to be used - i.e. it's not like it had a US 2 pin as standard.
I thought perhaps they had forgotten to put a US connector in the box - then reading the manual - the manual only shows EU/UK connectors.
Why is Amazon selling a product that can't be used out of the box?
Thank goodness I checked this product or it would have been tears on Christmas morning. I'm going to have to use the UK attachment and go to Radio Shack and spend another $10 on a UK/US adapter - which means, due to the larger size of the UK/EU plugs, we will have to sacrifice another electrical socket or spend another $7 for a power strip. This is working out to be a very expensive gift for what it does - especially seeing as this same unit is on sale on Amazon UK site for 35% cheaper!
Still - at least it will work if I ever move back to the UK!
Totally unacceptable.

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i-Station TimeCube is a distinctive and compact alarm clock radio & speaker system for iPhone and iPod. Available in either black or white, this speaker system and FM radio also recharges your iPhone / iPod and has a great space saving design of only 90mm cubed. With its large digital screen for clock and menu functions, it features two alarms with sleep & snooze functions, and your choice to wake up to iPhone / iPod, Radio or Buzzer. 4 Watts RMS, yet only 3.75 inches cube. 6 FM radio memory presets. 3 dimmer levels for display and a 3.5mm stereo line-in cable for playing other audio devices. Start the day on the right note and wake up with the TimeCube.

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Sunday, February 26, 2012

Black & Decker PS400JRB Electromate 400 Plus Jump-Starter with Built-In Radio Review

Black and Decker PS400JRB Electromate 400 Plus Jump-Starter with Built-In Radio
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I bought this for aux. power on my boat when I'm on the water away from shore power. I have two marine batteries on my boat, but I bought this product for emergency back-up while on the open water. Keep in mind that I only use this product down below in a constant dry area of the sailboat's cabin (away from water) for safety reasons. I really didn't buy it for the jump starter or the USB Port, but if needed, I will be glad to have them. Since I didn't buy it primarily for the jump starter, I was glad to see that the jumper cables were detachable when not in use. I selected this product based on three factors: price, power and options. I saw this same product at Wal-mart for a more expensive pricetag (plus tax). Also, the free shipping from Amazon was fantastic: it is rather heavy, so to get free shipping on such a heavy product was a plus . The features are great. I get two AC and two DC power outlets. Having the two power options (AC or DC) is awesome. When I'm out on my boat, I can plug in a portable DVD player, charge/power up my phone and portable VHF in emergencies, and listen to the radio or weatherband all at the same time! I've used the radio (which gets good reception) and the light (more of a narrow spotlight for finding close objects). It seems to hold a charge for day and overnight sailing trips (for my light uses). Oh, a small blower kicks on when the 120V AC switch is turned on and the 12V DC outlets are rated for 5A max. each. Overall, I am quite happy with this product. I can also see it useful for road trips and camping trips too! Oh, I almost forgot...you will need to buy a grounded extension cord to charge it, or you can use the included 12V charger (but that seems like it may take a long time to get a full charge from a drained battery).
UPDATE: Now that Amazon.com does not ship this item from its' warehouse, you as a consumer ARE NOT eligible for free shipping. It may now be cheaper buying it at your local Wal-mart. Do your research before buying!

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The Black & Decker PS400JRB 400-watt electromate with radio offers up to 450 instant amps for jump starting power and will not only supply portable AC power for ordinary household appliances, but will also recharge USB device, and receive AM/FM/NOAA weather alerts. The electromate features dual 12-volt DC power outlets and dual 120-volt AC power outlets, with a 12-volt charger. With its 450 Amps, it instantly jump-starts cars without using another vehicle, and the AM/FM/NOAA weather alert radio provides music, news, and weather updates any time you need them. An ultra-bright LED work light helps you with emergency roadside assistance. Power or recharge your USB electronic devices by using the electromate's USB port. Heavy-duty cables and clamps are included, and Black & Decker backs its electromate with a 2-year warranty.

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Friday, January 6, 2012

RCA RP3721 Dual Alarm Clock Radio Review

RCA RP3721 Dual Alarm Clock Radio
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In addition to the features listed in the product review, this radio also has a battery back up. The front panel is huge, angled, and hard (impossible) to set things on. The displayed numbers are smallish.Reception can be very sensative to how the power cord is routed. Despite the few disadvantages, I like this clock radio, especially the digital seek tuning with 10 presets. It appears that it has the capability for the two alarms to tune to different stations, but I didn't test it.

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Here's a kinder, gentler alarm clock from RCA. The dual-alarm AM/FM clock radio has a suitcase full of features, from the Graduwake ramp-up alarm with two different settings to the time-hold capacitor that stores enough energy to keep your time and alarm settings intact during momentary power outages (or if you decide to move the clock to a different room).Other noteworthy features are the front-panel adjustment for a custom view, seek tuning, and push-button controls. Measuring a slight 5.5 by 8 by 5 inches, the unit won't take up much space on your nightstand.
A one-year limited warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship.

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Tuesday, September 13, 2011

GPX C389 Digital Tune AM/FM Clock Radio with Intelli Set and Line In for 3.5mm Devices (Black) Review

GPX C389 Digital Tune AM/FM Clock Radio with Intelli Set and Line In for 3.5mm Devices (Black)
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This clock serves it's purpose adequately enough, however the design and placement of all those buttons is lacking. Most people reach out and turn off their alarm in the dark. It is difficult to find the off button. You have to feel your way around the top of the unit. The "Off" button should have been more protruding or pronounced or placed elsewhere not to be confused with all the other buttons next to it.

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AM FM radio with digital tuning. Intelliset automatic clock set. Large 1.2'' amber LED display with dimmer control. Auxiliary input. Station memory presets. Digital volume control. Digital clock with dual alarm. Gradual wake feature. Wake to radio or buzzer. Snooze and sleep function. Time zone button, daylight savings time button. Built in speaker. AC power. DC power. Integrated battery back up for digital clock. Includes AC DC adapter.

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