iHome iP9 Speaker Dock with Clock Radio for iPod and iPhone (Black)
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Manufacturer: iHomeModel: iP9BR
Color: Black
Product features:
- Plays and charges iPod mini; iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, 6G; iPod classic 3G, 4G, 5G, 5.5G, 6G; iPod touch 1G, 2G, 3G; iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4
- Wake or sleep to iPhone, iPod, playlist, AM/FM radio, or buzzer; separate weekday/weekend alarm times
- High-fidelity stereo drivers in specially designed Reson8 speaker chambers deliver astounding clarity, depth, and power
- Auxiliary input for connecting external audio devices
- Remote controls unit and iPod, including menu functions
- Monster iCable 800 MP3 Player to Auxiliary Input Cord (3 Feet)
- Monster THXIMINI8 THX Certified 1/8 Stereo to Stereo RCA Cable Adapter
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Customer Review: Not THAT good ! Significant Issues.
Summary: 2 Stars
Ok, I have been using this clock radio for 3 months now and it is time to be serious about this clock radio. I dock my iPhone G3 to the clock radio.
It took me 3 days of being late getting up for work to figure some stuff out (like the 2 and 5 day alarms while sounds nice just don't work on my radio, see below). I recommend a second backup alarm clock be used along side of this one.
I am giving it 2 stars for the following reasons. Be very cautious about purchasing this radio for alarm clock features. Save your receipts.
The Good:
Great Sound quality
Charges my iPhone at night
The Bad:
The dimmer settings are horrible. The dimmest setting is still very bright. I end up turning the dimmer completely off at night, and then I can't see the time. When you click the snooze bar which controls the dimmer feature it clicks so loudly it wakes up my wife. So if it is not the light of the display that keeps you up at night it is that loud hollow sound of the clicking of the buttons. They should just have a dimmer wheel which gives the user silent free reign on the brightness. Seriously, Fail.
The 2, 5, or 7 day alarms. Sounds like a good idea, but my 2 or 5 setting does not work. 2 apparently means weekend alarm only, 5 weekday alarm only, and 7 everyday alarm. The instructions say these alarm settings won't work if your Month / Day / Year setting is incorrect on the radio. Well golly, really! My Month / Day / Year setting is correct on my radio and the 2 or the 5 day alarm setting never works. The alarms will just plain not go of when I set mine to a 2 or 5 day. I have to go with the 7 day all the time. Fail.
The alarm sometimes sound even when disarmed. I use both alarm 1 and alarm 2 on a daily morning basis. Alarm 1 is to play my iPhone at 5:30am while Alarm 2 is to play the radio at 5:50am as a failsafe, every morning (because my 2 and 5 day settings don't work). If I decide to actually get out of bed after Alarm 1 goes off, I disarm both Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 and go into the bathroom to start my shower. Then, mysteriously while I am getting in the shower Alarm 2 will go off at 5:50am and start playing the radio! My wife has to roll over to my side of the bed to reach the alarm clock to turn it off. I have no idea why this happens. Neither of the alarms are showing as armed, yet Alarm 2 goes off. Fail.
There are days maybe 2 per month for me so far where neither alarm 1 or 2 turned on to wake me up. It just never alarmed even though I had both Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 set up as 7 day alarms as above (5:30am and 5:50am failsafe).
iPhone docking. I get the ubiquitous error message that my iPhone is not compatible with this device about 30% of the time when I dock. I found that if I unlock my iPhone and turn the volume up above 1/2 way on the iPhone and then dock it, I will not get that error message. Fail.
A minor issue alluded to earlier in my dimmer section is that the sounds the buttons make are horribly loud. If your spouse is falling asleep next to you, you should be really careful about messing with the radio at all because the sound of pushing buttons and the beeps that come out of them are way overboard. It sounds like loud echoed hollow plastic button mashing with beeps on top for added effect. It is bad.
My only explanation for these things is that I probably have some kind of defective radio.
Description of iHome iP9 Speaker Dock with Clock Radio for iPod and iPhone (Black)
The iP9 is an innovative clock radio for iPhone and iPod designed to shield annoying iPhone/mobile phone GSM noise. This way, the airplane mode is not required, and you'll never miss a call again when your iPhone is docked. The iP9 has several unique features, including a remote control, AM/FM presets, EQ controls, and even 3D sound for an enhanced audio experience. The iP9 also allows you to wake to your custom iPod playlist at different times on different days, with iHome's 7-5-2 feature and programmable snooze settings. You'll also enjoy great sound around the clock with their Reson8 stereo speaker chambers. An innovative clock radio for iPhone and iPod. Click to enlarge. |
 Reson8 speaker chambers deliver rich, powerful audio. |
 Remote included. |
iPod, iPhone, Radio, or Buzzer Alarm
Wake to your docked iPod, the radio, or--if you must--a classic buzzer alarm. Whichever you choose, a gradual alarm feature gently raises the alarm volume, so it's not too jarring. Dual alarm lets you set separate wake times.
You can set separate wake times for weekdays and weekends, and you can wake to the playlist or song of your choice.
Programmable Snooze
The iP9's programmable snooze feature allows you to set snooze intervals of 1 to 29 minutes, so you can milk every last second of sleep before you're late for work.
Sleep Features
Drift off to your iPod, iPhone, or radio, with programmable sleep times of 120, 90, 60, 30, or 15 minutes. Gentle Sleep gradually decreases the music volume as you drift off to dreamland.
What's more, an Adjustable Sleep volume solves an age-old alarm clock problem, allowing you to select a comfortable "sleep" volume level without affecting the "wake to" or listening volume levels.
Play and Charge Your iPod or iPhone
The iP9's universal dock plays and charges most docking iPod models (in addition to using them for alarms), along with the iPhone. So when you do finally wake up, your device will have a full charge as you head out the door.
DST Switch
Switch to daylight savings time at the flick of a switch, rather than pushing buttons for that whole extra hour.
AM/FM Radio
The iP9 delivers solid radio listening, complete with an external AM antenna for better reception. Save your favorite stations on the AM/FM presets.
Big Sound, Small Package
The iP9 delivers powerful audio with stereo drivers in specially designed Reson8 speaker chambers.
Reson8 is iHome's through-body ported speaker chamber technology. Porting speakers gives better bass response characteristics and helps the iP9 deliver sound beyond its size.
Bass, treble, 3D, and balance controls let you further adjust the sound to your liking.
Auxiliary Input
Connect external devices like MP3 or CD players to the rear auxiliary input for your enjoyment.
Full-Function Remote Control
Enjoy convenient control from a distance with the included remote--control both radio and iPod functions.
What's in the Box
iP9 Clock Radio and Audio System (Black), remote control, docking inserts, AC power adapter, AM antenna and stand, and owner's manual.
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