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Internet "radio". We've all heard the term and smiled at the joke, right? Well, Aluratek has decided to put the radio back into Internet radio.
Sure, it's an FM receiver for conventional broadcasts in your area, but it's also a WiFi unit, so you can roam about your house and still listen to those Internet stations. Nor do you even have to have a computer running to listen. But if you're not going to roam, you could also use an Ethernet cable to access the 'Net or you can use a USB cable to use a host computer's connection.
You don't even need a computer to set it up. You can also use a USB flash drive and play your favorite MP3, WAV or WMA files. The built-in alarm clock has two programmable settings. The next time one of your non-Internet friends laughs at Internet radio, pull this one out and show them!
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Not a Clock radio
- Pros: Strong wifi connection (after firmware update)
Lots of Internet radio stations
Plays songs from USB drive or streamed from media player on network
Good FM receiver too
- Cons: Extermely bright backlight
If you turn off the backlight, you can't see the clock
Too many clicks required to play something
Alarms too hard to turn on and off
Can't type lower-case letters in WiFi passcodes
Had to update firmware to connect to WPA wifi network
- Other Thoughts: This is a great Internet radio if you plan on using it anywhere but your bedroom as a clock radio. You just have to be willing to have to push a few buttons even to play whatever you were playing last time.
If you are thinking of using it as a clock radio, forget it. You can't leave the backlight on and sleep, and you have to reset some of an alarm's settings when you turn it back on, say after the weekend.
I'm outputting it to computer speakers through the headphone jack for really good sound. The built-in speaker isn't bad, but this is better. You can also output the audio to a stereo.
Maybe future firmware upgrades can improve the interface.
Awesome tech toy
- Pros: I love this new product from Aluratek. I tried different brands before but his one brings the cake. I could wake up now to my favorite internet radio stations. Yehey!! I will definitely recommend this product to my other friends.
- Cons: no problems yet so far
| Model | AIRMM01F |
| Tuner Bands | FM |
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Really Impressed !!
- Pros: Realy good sound quality. Easy to read screen that can be dimmed to 3 levels or turned off. After registering on the web it was easy to add stations from a massive list or enter your own URL's. Adding FM stations was automatic and correct.
- Cons: None
- Other Thoughts: Upgraded the firmware (R1.37) on a USB stick I did not notice any changes. I plugged in a small fm transmitter to broadcast it around the house. best $100 I spend.
Almost perfect
- Pros: Nicely built unit that gives you access to more radio stations that you know what to do with. The sound is pretty darn good for a single speaker.
- Cons: The screen is way too bright. There is a backlight timer that will shut the screen off after a set time...but I'd prefer a dimmer instead of it blacking out completely. There is a sleep function, just hit the snooze bar and set the timer...but it doesn't always work. I haven't figured out what causes it not to work.
- Pros: I definitevely love this product. I have tried different from several country, ant it works like a charm.
- Cons: nothing so far
| General |
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Aluratek |
| Model |
AIRMM01F |
| Radio |
| Tuner Bands |
FM |
| Features |
| Features |
Choose between more than 11,000 radio stations worldwide via built-in vTuner with no monthly cost
Search music by genre, country or state
Compatible with universal Plug-n-Play audio servers such as: Microsoft Media Player 11 (WMP11), Microsoft Media Connect, MusicMatch Jukebox
Wireless access WIFI 802.11 b/g, Ethernet and USB 2.0 (host only) connectivity
Built-in FM radio tuner for local FM broadcast service
Access music files (MP3, WMA, WAV) stored on a USB 2.0 flash drive, MP3 player or Hard drive through the unit’s USB port
Alarm clock function with 2programmable alarms wakes you up to internet radio, FM radio, digital music, or choice of several alarm tones
Integrated amplifier: 2x2W stereo
External plug for headsets (3.5mm)
2 RCA plugs (Stereo Lineout) for external speakers
No PC is required
Package Contents:
Internet Radio Alarm Clock with Built-in WiFi
Remote Control
FM Antenna
Power Adapter
Instructional Manual
Warranty / Registration Card |
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Introduction
Internet "radio". We've all heard the term and smiled at the joke, right? Well, Aluratek has decided to put the radio back into Internet radio.
Sure, it's an FM receiver for conventional broadcasts in your area, but it's also a WiFi unit, so you can roam about your house and still listen to those Internet stations. Nor do you even have to have a computer running to listen. But if you're not going to roam, you could also use an Ethernet cable to access the 'Net or you can use a USB cable to use a host computer's connection.
You don't even need a computer to set it up. You can also use a USB flash drive and play your favorite MP3, WAV or WMA files. The built-in alarm clock has two programmable settings. The next time one of your non-Internet friends laughs at Internet radio, pull this one out and show them!
Highlights
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Worldwide Radio Reception
With built-in vTuner and FM tuner, the Aluratek AIRMM01F offers direct access to thousands of Internet Radio stations around the global as well as all FM broadcasts from your local country.
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Wired and Wireless Connectivity
The Aluratek AIRMM01F provides broadband Ethernet and wireless network connectivity for easy integration into your home network.
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USB Host Function
The Aluratek AIRMM01F features a built-in USB2.0 host port for direct playback of media files on your MP3 player, USB flash drive or other USB storage devices.
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Built-in Dual Alarm Function
Built-in alarm clock with 2 programmable alarms wakes you up to your favorite sound of internet radio, FM radio, digital music, or choice of several alarm tones
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Clear LCD Screen with Backlit
The Aluratek AIRMM01F features a clear LCD screen with backlit for easy viewing of the channel frequency, transmission mode, data rate and more information.
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IR Remote Control
With the included IR remote control, adjust the Aluratek AIRMM01F's functions from across the room without tangling wires.
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Reviewed By: Rick on 9/6/2008
Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
