Product Description
Listen to better hi-fi. The PlayDock i is an all-in-one audio system designed to dock, play, and charge your iPod. Whether it’s pure music or the latest Hollywood blockbuster, plug in and be wowed by the powerful 24-Watt RMS subwoofer and high-performance drivers–just the right ingredients to make your music sound better. Videos come alive through the convenient AV output, while the auxiliary-in and headphone jack provide a plethora of entertainment choices, even to your TV. For an engaging 3-D audio experience, turn on the Wide Stereo Effect to be surrounded in audio nirvana.
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Hi-Fi Speaker with iPod Dock
iPod fans rejoice! The PlayDock i is one of the best-sounding portable docking speaker systems. Run the system on batteries, or use the AC adapter to charge your iPod while you listen. Connect to your TV using the dock’s video output. PlayDock i has a wireless remote, too, which controls navigation for iPod. But its best asset is Cambridge SoundWorks’ signature sound. Featuring two main speakers and a powered subwoofer–with its own level control–PlayDock i delivers awesome stereo sound with the strong, deep bass for which Cambridge is known.
Signature Sound, Compact System
Using Cambridge SoundWorks’ high-performance drivers, PlayDock i creates a balanced listening experience with accurate and natural reproduction of music. Its Wide Stereo Effect feature produces a large soundstage with superior stereo imaging. In addition, the PlayDock i features a built-in powered subwoofer with bass control for superior bass response.
Go Anywhere, Play Anything
In the home, the system’s video-out connector enables sharing of pictures and videos on a television screen with stunning 640 x 480 resolution. You can charge your iPod player while listening to music or podcasts. And, you can even place PlayDock i near your TV or computer monitor without causing interference. A line-in connector enables use with a variety of other audio players, and a headphone jack provides the capability for private listening.
The PlayDock i’s digital amplifiers provide efficient power consumption and long battery life. Because PlayDock i is dual-powered, you have the option of using either eight C-size batteries for continuous music playback on the go, or the included universal power adapter for when indoors. This durable speaker system even has a built-in handle for convenient transportation.
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Key Features
- High-fidelity portable iPod docking speaker system–dock and charge your iPod for crystal clear music and podcasts.
- Clean, powerful bass–built-in high excursion powered subwoofer adds deep bass when you need it.
- Dual power–operates with the included AC adapter or eight C-size batteries.
- Video output–connect the PlayDock i to your TV to view photos and watch videos stored on your iPod with video
- Digital amplifiers–maximize battery power while enjoying full, rich sound.
- Magnetically shielded–place it near your TV or computer monitor without interference.
- Bass control–adjust low-frequency output.
- Built-in handle–lightweight and easy to carry wherever you want to listen to music.
- Headphone connector–listen privately to your music.
- Docks with your iPod–works with iPod models with dock connector.
- Line-in–connect to any MP3 player, CD player, or other external audio device.
- Wireless remote–control your PlayDock i and iPod from across the room.
- Protection–Cambridge SoundWorks offers a 1-year limited hardware warranty.
What’s in the Box
Cambridge SoundWorks PlayDock i speaker system, wireless remote control, video out cable, power adapter, stereo-to-stereo cable, quick start guide, warranty and technical support leaflet
Product Features
- Compatibility: iPod mini; iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G; iPod classic 3G, 4G, 5G, 5.5G, 6G; iPod touch 1G
- High-fidelity portable iPod-docking speaker system with 24-Watt subwoofer and two high-performance 12-Watt drivers
- Lightweight and easy to carry wherever you want to listen to music; features built-in handle
- Auxiliary input for MP3 players, CD players, or other external audio devices; video output for viewing on TV
- 1-year limited hardware warranty
From the first day I got this item from Amazon it would randomly stop. On average it stops about 5 or 6 times during one song play. I know the problem is not with my iPod because that works perfectly in other players and with headphones. I would highly recommend that you consider purchasing another product… it’s not worth the hassle getting this one.
I got this when it was on sale as a Gold Box offer, so I paid about half the regular Amazon (not suggested) price. For that price, this rocks. The sound is great, but it’s no Bose. But then, Bose isn’t cheap. It was a gift, and for that person’s needs, it is perfect. It actually has a much better sound quality than the average iPod box on the market, even at higher retail than what I paid.
I am impressed at the great sound this unit puts out. I purchased a much lower quality unit prior to this one, but I still wasn’t willing to pay too much and found this to be reasonably priced for all its features.
This thing sounds great. Really great. It has lots of volume range, great bass with a dial on the back to control the level. Very handy. The claim of “full function remote” for speaker docks is not what you may expect from a new HD TV, but I was able to get through all my iPod menus with it. Hey, it’s a remote control for a portable speaker system. If you’re trading up from that boom box you got when you graduated high school in 1986, this is an amazing feature. Even if you’re not, the remote is decent and has good range.
The 1/8-in video output provides a clean, crisp video signal even over the included tiny video cable included. I have a premium cable that improved the signal to my television, but only marginally.
So, if you want a unit that plays music from all of the iPods mentioned in the “features” section PLUS the 4th Generation (4G) iPod Nano Fatty (the short, fat iPod – sorry, no offense, I didn’t make it up), this one does the job brilliantly.
HOWEVER (dot, dot, dot)
The power supply would ahve been better placed within the unit. I found it tedious managing the power cable AND the power supply which plugs into the back of the Playdock. The cable from teh power supply to the unit is too short for a window sill or a table, so it just hangs or it has to be placed on the table, window sill, or whatever is more than 30-in high. So… not a big negative, but one that I wish I had thought about.
Middle of the road stuff:
I read the item description a little too quickly and missed the list of iPods this unit was made for. I only tested this with a 3G iPod classic (30GB) and iPod Nano 4G. In the iPod Classic, everything is freaking awesome, really. But in the iPod Nano 4G, only the audio works. The Apple T connector may have changed pinout designation with the update. Apple likes to keep their aftermarket accessorizing companies on their toes. But, in fairness, this is not a negative since Cambridge does not claim the iPod Nano 4G in their list of supported iPods. In fact, I’d have to condider it a plus for the unit as it should not be expected if you read and understand the item description and features – unlike me.
The Playdock comes with inserts that fit into the slot for your iPod to prevent damaging the Apple T connector in the unit or on your iPod. I found this to be both a blessing and a bother. If you have only one iPod, this will probably not be an issue for you, but if you use more than one iPod in your Playdock, chainging them out may be a little annoying; that is IF you can find your inserts.
It's the Deal of the Day. Sound quality is fantastic, bass is deep, and its portable. Remote perfectly as well. Can get very loud with no distortion at all. We recommend it to twice the price paid.
good value, good sound, lighter than the Bose that I wanted to stop lugging around. generally no problems as yet.