Altec Lansing inMotion iM414 Portable Audio System for Zune
Altec Lansing inMotion iM414 Portable Audio System for Zune
Manufacturer: Altec Lansing Technologies
When it comes to your Zune listening experience, there's only one thing missing. Actually two: Speakers. Thankfully, Altec Lansing has solved the problem. The inMotion iM414 is a powerful new portable stereo system with surround effect technology. It's sleek - your Zune will cradle beautifully in it. And it delivers such full-range, full-bodied sound, you'll want to carry it around from room to room. The iM414's twin bass-enhanced neodymium speakers really do the trick. It features a built-in FM radio and a wireless remote. And you can plug the system in or use batteries. So let your music out! The iM414 will show you how.
Amazon.com Product Description:
Specifically designed to unleash the robust playback abilities of any Zune portable MP3 player (Zune 4 GB, 8 GB, 30 GB, and 80 GB), the Altec Lansing inMotion iM414 is a powerful portable stereo system with surround effect technology. Designed for rich, crystal clear playback with enhanced, powerful bass technology, the iM414 delivers an immersive, surround effect with its custom, full-range twin bass-enhanced neodymium speakers. Powerful bass enhancement technology also is included to deliver high-quality bass without a subwoofer.
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The iM414 also features a built-in FM radio with station memory presets, an easy-to-read LCD, and a telescopic antenna. A fully functional wireless remote is included for added convenience.
An auxiliary input jack is included so you can use the iM414's powerful speakers with various CD, DVD, and MP3 players. The iM414 comes backed by a 1-year limited warranty.
What's in the Box
iM414 inMotion digital speaker system, wireless remote, AC power supply, user’s guide, and quick connect instructions.
Lowest Used Price: USD 63.99
Lowest New Price: USD 74.03
- Robust and sleek speaker system and dock designed for use with Zune MP3 players
- Delivers crystal clear playback via custom, full-range, twin bass-enhanced neodymium speakers
- Built-in radio with programmable presets; easy-to-read LED display
- Charges your Zune player while docked
- 1-year limited warranty
Color: black
Model: iM414 for Zune
Original Language: English
Wow! Very cool.
This is a great docking stating. I love it. Easy to use and set up and has great sound.
good but not great
windows just collapsed on me after wrting loads!...SO!....good and bad points:
GOOD:
battery use
charges zune whilst on mains
easy to carry round
fm radio
will take any sound source via mini jack
sound good on low to medium
BAD:
sound cr*p on loud or sometimes when spacial sound and/or bass boost is ON
battery life average
some zunes fit badly like my 80GB one!...
getting the correct adaptor (from altec lansing in the US) is a NO NO as they ignore ALL e mails from outside the US..
it seems after some research this company are US and UK based and the customer service in the US is TERRIBLE!!!...very different over here in the UK but they cannot supply the zune adaptor...its a joke so beware.
the product i thought was only available here on amazon but zunethings supply it in the UK though it is more expensive.
hope this helps even if it is a bit rushed....bl**dy computers!
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Well-conceived, good FM/speaker for Zune
Altec Lansing inMotion M414 for Zune
I found this product well-conceived, well-designed, good-sounding speaker + FM receiver. It came with two different masks to be used according to what kind of Zune you have. My Zune fits sequrely to the connector, contrary to some opinion criticizing "wabbliness." The feature I like most is its ability to show in the monitor the cover picture of the CD from which I downloaded music. It's almost like watching a small TV while the music is played. The user guide should be better, though. Without sufficient instructions, for example, I had to spend time to figure out the correct way to install the disk battery to the remote. The remote, by the way, works well, again contrary to come published criticism. As a stand-alone FM radio, this product is also above acceptable level. I was not sure if this can be just a radio before I bought it. The maker's product description is equally very insufficient. It's a pity for the famous maker.
Poorly designed
I have the Zune 120GB, I decided to try these speakers and had high expectations, but that soon turn into a huge disappointment. Just like the previous review. I had to wiggle it repeatedly to get it working, and the adapter was useless. I could not turn on the speaker with the remote control, it was a total hassle just to get it working, I decided that it wasn't worth my 0.00+ bucks. I returned a week later, and stayed away from it since.
Still Waiting
I was very excited when I received to be able to play my 80g Zune. But when I docked it the connection was loose and the songs would repeat or not play wouldn't charge. I called the company, Altec Lansing, and they indicated they were aware of the problem of the 80g Zune not connecting correctly and that an adapter would be available in about 3 weeks, this was in August. Well it's three months later and everytime I call they tell me it will be in mail next week, so I have yet to be able to listen to my Zune on this. I am very very disappointed as all I can listen to is the radio function. And I have yet to receive this so called adapter from the company.
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