the TOP 10 Car Audio Visual - In-car Entertainment - 24/08/2008
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Car Audio Visual
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Panasonic CQ-C1465N - MP3 CD Player/Receiver
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£60.02 & this item Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery. See details & conditions
New Price:
£52.97
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Intel Q9450 Core 2 Quad Processor - 2.66 GHz, 12MB L2 Cache, 1333MHz FSB, Socket LGA775, 45 nm, 3 Year Warranty, Retail Boxed
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£211.77 & this item Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery. See details & conditions
New Price:
£190.00
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Kenwood KDC-W6041U - AAC/WMA/MP3/CD-Receiver With USB Interface
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£92.00 & this item Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery. See details & conditions
New Price:
£87.98
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Pioneer DEH-2000MPB - MP3 CD Tuner With Front Aux In And Blue LCD Screen
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£59.00 & this item Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery. See details & conditions
New Price:
£55.50
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Review for Parrot Rhythm and Blue - In Car CD Stereo With Bluetooth:
1.It does not support bluetooth stereo (A2DP) hence do not buy if you want stereo sound from any phone sporting bluetooth stereo.
2. The firmware has not been updated in over 12 months. This means that newer phones may not pair with the headset or may have limited functionality. Check the parrot.biz website for compatible phones.
3. The length of time since the last firmware update suggests Parrot are not inclined to keep the headset up to date.
4. A number of little bugs - sometimes fails to turn off even when engine is turned off. The wiring is backwards if fitted as per fitting instructions (see other review). Sometimes fails to pair with phone (need to turn off and on again). Sometimes you get full functionality except screen fails to show text and icons (bright blank screen). Slight high pitch noise (poor connection on power leads).
5. No Auxillary input hence cant use to connect to ipod or other mp3 players.
Having said all of the above I highly recommend the R&B. It drops a star for the above however it works very well with my Nokia e61 and my wife's motorola v3. It automatically pairs with your phone if you leave bluetooth on on your phone. The useability is excellent.
Parrot Rhythm and Blue - In Car CD Stereo With Bluetooth
New Price:
£149.95
Review for Parrot Rhythm and Blue - In Car CD Stereo With Bluetooth:
Fantastic with limitations
Parrot website has an extensive forum for comments on the Rhythm & Blue (R&B). Facts that should be borne in mind when buying this phone.1.It does not support bluetooth stereo (A2DP) hence do not buy if you want stereo sound from any phone sporting bluetooth stereo.
2. The firmware has not been updated in over 12 months. This means that newer phones may not pair with the headset or may have limited functionality. Check the parrot.biz website for compatible phones.
3. The length of time since the last firmware update suggests Parrot are not inclined to keep the headset up to date.
4. A number of little bugs - sometimes fails to turn off even when engine is turned off. The wiring is backwards if fitted as per fitting instructions (see other review). Sometimes fails to pair with phone (need to turn off and on again). Sometimes you get full functionality except screen fails to show text and icons (bright blank screen). Slight high pitch noise (poor connection on power leads).
5. No Auxillary input hence cant use to connect to ipod or other mp3 players.
Having said all of the above I highly recommend the R&B. It drops a star for the above however it works very well with my Nokia e61 and my wife's motorola v3. It automatically pairs with your phone if you leave bluetooth on on your phone. The useability is excellent.
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Pioneer DEH-5000UB - CD Tuner With USB-in - Aux-in And Customisable Display
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£105.26 & this item Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery. See details & conditions
New Price:
£98.56
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Review for Sony CDX-T69 6 Disc Autochanger:
The main head unit has a marginally clearer sound but this is very good quality and a shuffle through 7 ( inc head unit) of your favourite CD's is a real pleasure. The glove box when closed parks the unit at a horrible angle but a quick adjustment of the levelling dials and its been fine. The cables are about a mile long for boot intallation - I replaced the phono RCA lead with one of my own but the head connector is not so easy. It would be nice if they supplied two lengths but at this price you cannot moan. This unit with the F7750 in my Vectra C have totally changed my attitude to car music - those with the same car will know the Vauxhall kit isn't half bad but this takes it on to another dimension. Highly recommended.
Sony CDX-T69 6 Disc Autochanger
Used Price:
£80.00
New Price:
£89.99
Review for Sony CDX-T69 6 Disc Autochanger:
Excellent build quality and sound as ever from Sony
I bought this to supplement my F7750S Sony head unit. I didn't want to drill 200 holes in the car so have put it into the glove box as yet fixed to anything. I have since driven over some rough roads and speed bumps - not one skip - truly amazing.The main head unit has a marginally clearer sound but this is very good quality and a shuffle through 7 ( inc head unit) of your favourite CD's is a real pleasure. The glove box when closed parks the unit at a horrible angle but a quick adjustment of the levelling dials and its been fine. The cables are about a mile long for boot intallation - I replaced the phono RCA lead with one of my own but the head connector is not so easy. It would be nice if they supplied two lengths but at this price you cannot moan. This unit with the F7750 in my Vectra C have totally changed my attitude to car music - those with the same car will know the Vauxhall kit isn't half bad but this takes it on to another dimension. Highly recommended.
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Review for Island Online - 4 Channel Car Audio FM Transmitter - for iPod-Creative Zen-Sony Walkman-Philips-Rio-MP3/MP4 Player (White):
I'm sure it does pretty much the same job as transmitters costing much more. It looks fairly cheap and plastic but it does the job. As has already been said you have to turn the volume of your player and also stereo up high and in the car there is the occasional loss of signal, but ut's still a good buy and very easy to set-up.
Island Online - 4 Channel Car Audio FM Transmitter - for iPod-Creative Zen-Sony Walkman-Philips-Rio-MP3/MP4 Player (White)
New Price:
£0.01
Review for Island Online - 4 Channel Car Audio FM Transmitter - for iPod-Creative Zen-Sony Walkman-Philips-Rio-MP3/MP4 Player (White):
Difficult to Complain
It would be very difficult to complain about this little gizmo when it is so cheap.I'm sure it does pretty much the same job as transmitters costing much more. It looks fairly cheap and plastic but it does the job. As has already been said you have to turn the volume of your player and also stereo up high and in the car there is the occasional loss of signal, but ut's still a good buy and very easy to set-up.
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Review for Hugetide C-007B FM11 Portable Stereo MP3 FM Transmitter With Build-In Rechargeable Battery& 205 Channels for iPod Photo and iPod Video:
Very good price and quick delivery!
Pros:
Allows you to use any mp3 player, phone or even PC! on a stereo
Unlike other models, has built-in rechargeable battery, never need to buy batteries
Includes car and usb charger
Cons:
No backlight
Doesn't have auto-off feature
Hugetide C-007B FM11 Portable Stereo MP3 FM Transmitter With Build-In Rechargeable Battery& 205 Channels for iPod Photo and iPod Video
New Price:
£6.99
Review for Hugetide C-007B FM11 Portable Stereo MP3 FM Transmitter With Build-In Rechargeable Battery& 205 Channels for iPod Photo and iPod Video:
Excellent Gadget! Excellent Price!
Great piece of kit. Saves me replacing my car stereo. Sound quality isn't perfect, but is pretty acceptable. It's just due to the technology used not the transmitter.Very good price and quick delivery!
Pros:
Allows you to use any mp3 player, phone or even PC! on a stereo
Unlike other models, has built-in rechargeable battery, never need to buy batteries
Includes car and usb charger
Cons:
No backlight
Doesn't have auto-off feature
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Car Audio Visual, MY-Link Wireless LCD FM12 Portable Stereo MP3 FM Transmitter With 205 Channels, 1.5 Metre Car Stereo iPod/mp3 Auxiliary AUX-IN input Lead Cable, iPod Car cassette Adapter, Sony CDX-GT620U CD/MP3/USB/Front Aux With Aux Lead *FREE GIFT WHEN YOU ORDER..., ABC Products USB Download Update cable Lead for Garmin Sat Nav Quest series, eTrex Legend C CX and Vista C CX only, (not Standard model), StreetPilot i2, i3, i5, c310, c320, c330, c340, c510, c550, C580, 2600, 2700, 2820, 7200, 7500 series, i2, i3, i5, Ri, Panasonic CQ-C1465N - MP3 CD Player/Receiver, Intel Q9450 Core 2 Quad Processor - 2.66 GHz, 12MB L2 Cache, 1333MHz FSB, Socket LGA775, 45 nm, 3 Year Warranty, Retail Boxed, RAC 200 GPS Unit EUROPE UP DATE, IXOS XMI304 3-Way iPod Car Mounting Kit, Kenwood KDC-W6041U - AAC/WMA/MP3/CD-Receiver With USB Interface, Pioneer DEH-2000MPB - MP3 CD Tuner With Front Aux In And Blue LCD Screen, JVC - KD-PDR51 CD/MP3 Car Radio, Parrot Rhythm and Blue - In Car CD Stereo With Bluetooth, Pioneer DEH-5000UB - CD Tuner With USB-in - Aux-in And Customisable Display, Sony CDX-T69 6 Disc Autochanger, KENWOOD KDC-237SA CD/TUNER WITH AUX LEAD, Island Online - 4 Channel Car Audio FM Transmitter - for iPod-Creative Zen-Sony Walkman-Philips-Rio-MP3/MP4 Player (White), Hama Usb-Charger-Kit 5.0V, Mains And Car Chargers, Hugetide C-007B FM11 Portable Stereo MP3 FM Transmitter With Build-In Rechargeable Battery& 205 Channels for iPod Photo and iPod Video, Nexons Car Audio Cassette Adaptor for iPod CD MD MP3 Player
, MY-Link Wireless LCD FM12 Portable Stereo MP3 FM Transmitter With 205 Channels, 1.5 Metre Car Stereo iPod/mp3 Auxiliary AUX-IN input Lead Cable, iPod Car cassette Adapter, Sony CDX-GT620U CD/MP3/USB/Front Aux With Aux Lead *FREE GIFT WHEN YOU ORDER..., ABC Products USB Download Update cable Lead for Garmin Sat Nav Quest series, eTrex Legend C CX and Vista C CX only, (not Standard model), StreetPilot i2, i3, i5, c310, c320, c330, c340, c510, c550, C580, 2600, 2700, 2820, 7200, 7500 series, i2, i3, i5, Ri, Panasonic CQ-C1465N - MP3 CD Player/Receiver, Intel Q9450 Core 2 Quad Processor - 2.66 GHz, 12MB L2 Cache, 1333MHz FSB, Socket LGA775, 45 nm, 3 Year Warranty, Retail Boxed, RAC 200 GPS Unit EUROPE UP DATE, IXOS XMI304 3-Way iPod Car Mounting Kit, Kenwood KDC-W6041U - AAC/WMA/MP3/CD-Receiver With USB Interface, Pioneer DEH-2000MPB - MP3 CD Tuner With Front Aux In And Blue LCD Screen, JVC - KD-PDR51 CD/MP3 Car Radio, Parrot Rhythm and Blue - In Car CD Stereo With Bluetooth, Pioneer DEH-5000UB - CD Tuner With USB-in - Aux-in And Customisable Display, Sony CDX-T69 6 Disc Autochanger, KENWOOD KDC-237SA CD/TUNER WITH AUX LEAD, Island Online - 4 Channel Car Audio FM Transmitter - for iPod-Creative Zen-Sony Walkman-Philips-Rio-MP3/MP4 Player (White), Hama Usb-Charger-Kit 5.0V, Mains And Car Chargers, Hugetide C-007B FM11 Portable Stereo MP3 FM Transmitter With Build-In Rechargeable Battery& 205 Channels for iPod Photo and iPod Video, Nexons Car Audio Cassette Adaptor for iPod CD MD MP3 Player
Cheap but not exactly cheerful...
Right, first of all I totally agree with the other reviewers who say that if you want a cheap sat nav that simply gets you from A to B then get this model. However, if you want a sat nav that is extremely reliable, starts up as soon as you turn it on and doesn't randomly decide to delete all of your stored favourite address' information then I would suggest rustling up the extra money and buying a Tom Tom.I received this RAC sat nav as a christmas present as I didn't want to ask my parents to pay £100+ for a Tom Tom. It looks fine, although it has nothing against to sleekness a Tom Tom offers, the holder works fine, except I can't personally remove it from my car! so it's staying there for now, and it also manages to get from A to B. However, there are a few problems I, and from reading the other reviews other people aswell, have encountered. First of all it seems to believe that I am driving off road when i'm actually on the motorway, it randomly tells me that my memory card isn't inserted properly so I have to take it out and push it back in which delete's all of my stored address', it also takes an age to start up and it also randomly decides to take me different ways to a destination at different times of the day! I may be wrong but I don't believe that that's an added feature!
If I didn't feel bad about it then I would sell it off and buy a Tom Tom. But seeing as it's a present I will hang on to it for another year or so then invest in a decent sat nav - Tom tom.