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iriver AFT 100 Mobile FM Transmitter | 
 enlarge | Brand: iRiver
Category: CE
List Price: $49.99
Buy New: $39.95
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Rating:  867 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 7.2 x 5.7 x 1.9
MPN: AFT 100
Model: AFT 100
UPC: 683728143367
EAN: 0683728143367
ASIN: B00067LYFW
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Mobile FM transmitter for listening to portable audio devices through car stereo | | • | Transmits to all FM frequencies (88.1 to 107.9 MHz) | | • | Plugs into standard car power socket--no batteries required | | • | Connects to the headphone jack of portable MP3 or CD players; easy-to-read blue LCD display | | • | Universal accessory for all digital audio players compatible with 3.5mm mini-jack |
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Product Description
The iriver Mobile FM Transmitter broadcasts a powerful signal allowing you to listen to your iriver player or other portable audio device through your car stereo. It transmits to any FM frequency making it easy to listen to your music on any FM signal you choose. - Blue LCD display - Plugs into any standard car power socket - No batteries needed - Transmits to any FM station (88.1MHz - 107.9MHz) - Works with any audio device (plugs into the headphone jack of your player) Package Contents Items: iriver AFT-100 Mobile FM Transmitter Instruction sheet
Amazon.com Product Description
The iRiver AFT 100 Mobile FM Transmitter lets you listen to your iRiver player and most other portable audio devices through your car stereo. All you have to do is plug the transmitter into one of your car's power sockets and the headphone jack of your player, sync frequencies with the stereo, then turn the volume up. You can pick whatever FM signal you choose, and this small transmitter with a big, stylish blue display needs no batteries. What's in the Box
AFT-100 mobile FM transmitter and instruction sheet.
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| Customer Reviews:
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 Works great with my iPod, even in San Francisco November 29, 2004
Eric D. Tooley (San Jose, CA USA)
305 out of 308 found this review helpful
This little FM modulator actually works well, even in an area with crowded radio spectrum such as San Francisco. Unlike some other modulators by Monster, Belkin, and Griffin, the AFT 100 lets you select ANY frequency, not one of a few factory presets. I simply found an empty frequency on my radio, adjusted the AFT 100 to match, and it sounds great, with no discernable noise or interference. Auto power-off is a nice feature, since I tuck my unit out-of-sight in the armrest.
I use this device with both my iPod Photo and my iRiver IFP-890T. It's convenient and works well. Recommended!
This is as good as it gets January 13, 2005
A. McCain (Hillsboro, OR)
191 out of 196 found this review helpful
After trying the Belkin Tunecast, both I and II, I laid out the money for this one -- Hooray! It works! I live in a suburb just north of Chicago and drive through 3 'burbs on the way to and from work -- radio stations come and go. The IRiver lets me set 3 so as I drive I can switch easily between stations. There is a little static (mainly between tracks), but for a FM transmitter, this is probably the best you can do for the money. For those of us out there without a tape deck in our car, this is the best way to go. (If you do have a tape deck, just get a tape adapter).
The price may seem high in comparison to some other transmitters, but the advantage of being plugged directly into your car (no batteries!) is worth it. Plus, the auto on and off is great. Now, when I want to play my Rio Carbon I just turn it on, plug in the IRiver cord and turn on my radio -- easy easy easy.
I am so glad I bought this!
Things to consider February 25, 2008
Dogtag (Seattle, Wa USA)
24 out of 24 found this review helpful
Like all of you, I read the reviews and noted many had problems with poor audio quality.
Some had problems in congested Cities with wall to wall broadcast stations.
I'm a retired Broadcast Engineer so I like to think I have a pretty good ear and my unit works great.
It does have a few quirks worth mentioning and these may contribute to the problems mentioned in the other reviews.
First off, the folks that built this unit opted to use the cord running to the player as the units transmitting antenna. You may find that moving the unit around on the seat of the car can change the strength of the signal being received by your car radio.
This is really a poor arrangement but I'm not sure what can be done about it. I find that I often wrap my MP3 player cord around a compass I have glued to the windshield which is just inches from the FM antenna embedded in the glass. The resulting signal is now strong enough to overcome even some of the very strong local stations.
Very "Rube Goldburg" but effective.
Next is the issue of audio quality.
Seems like these units have no audio limiting or processing.
What you put in is what you get out.
Also it should be noted that most all FM receivers have a maximum bandwidth for each channel.
These little transmitters can exceed the maximum channel width many times over with just a little extra volume on your player.
What makes things complicated is that may of us enjoy a favorite
tone or equalization applied to our tunes.
Internal pre-sets may boost the low and high frequency tones to suit our
tastes but the boosted lows and highs easily pass outside the maximum
bandwidth the receiving radio is equipped to handle.
The result is baaaaadddd distortion.
So, whats the answer?
I set my player for absolute flat audio response. This means that audio going to the I River is the same strength at all tone levels. I've also made sure that I don't color (boost highs and lows) any of my tunes when I record them.
Once the signal gets to my FM radio, however, I can adjust the tone of the unit in the car to suite my tastes.
I also measured the accuracy of the radio signal generated by this little transmitter and found it to be pretty darn close to what was indicated in the window and very stable.
If they wanted to really make this a fabulous device they should install an audio or modulation limiter. I should also mention that too much audio drives the stereo generator a bit nuts and I think they do mention not to run too much signal to the unit.
It would be better if it was automatic, though.
I sure hope this info helps. I tried to loose most of the technical jargon.....I'm still using and enjoying my unit more than a year later.
PP
Works great in LA with iPod April 8, 2005
Henry Ho (Los Angeles, CA)
20 out of 21 found this review helpful
I was hesitant to get these FM Transmitter devices when I got my iPod because so many people say they don't work (especially if you live in a metro city). After reading through the positive reviews on the iRiver AFT 100, I decided to take a chance. Let me tell you, it works!
I'm using this with my iPod Mini. I live in Los Angeles which is packed with radio stations. I use the frequency 89.5 and it sounds great. Can't compare with a CD of course, but it's like a clear radio station.
Here are some tips I have to share:
1. Use a frequency around the 88 - 90 range. They're less occupied.
2. Don't turn your iPod volume up all the way. Too loud will cause static. Leave it at about 30 to 40% and instead turn up your radio's volume.
3. Repositioning the cable (such as moving it from one side of your car's console to the other side) can help improve reception.
Good luck!
Excellent power, features and design December 17, 2004
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24 out of 26 found this review helpful
I bought this to replace the SIIG unit I bought before and stopped using after about two weeks. The unit fits neatly into what used to be called the cigarette lighter socket and takes advantage of the car's beefy DC supply to deliver a high quality signal that doesn't get swamped by other stations. This beats the pants off things like the SIIG which ran off a single AA battery that had to be replaced every 3-4 hrs.
The look of the unit is great and is a nice match to my iRiver player. The three preset frequencies are a great idea although the signal is so good that I've not yet been forced to change frequencies.
Another nice feature is that the frequency can be set to anything in the range rather than just the 3 or 6 hardwired ones that other devices offer. It'll even tune to "even" frequencies like 88.2 (broadcast stations are restricted to "odd" ones like 88.1, 88.3, etc.) but that is only of interest to you if your radio can be tuned to them which mine cannot.
If you own an iPod there are probably better choices out there that can interface better with your player and do nice things like recharge it. If you own one of the other players this is a great device for in-car usage.
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