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Scosche Digital FM Transmitter and USB Charger | 
 enlarge | Brand: Scosche
Category: CE
List Price: $49.99
Buy New: $25.00
You Save: $24.99 (50%)
New (7) Used (2) from $19.98
Rating:  5 reviews
Color: black
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 2 x 2 x 6
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: FMTD1
Model: FMTD1
UPC: 033991017146
EAN: 0033991017146
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Transmit music digitally from your iPod or MP3 player directly to FM radio | | • | Powered via your car's 12V power port | | • | Up to 100 transmitting FM frequencies for avoiding interference | | • | Charge USB devices, including cell phones, MP3 players, and more | | • | Includes 3.5-mm auxiliary cable for connecting your devices |
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Product Description
This Universal Scosche FMDT1 shifter Style FM transmitter is a perfect accessory for any gadget lover and owner. With a digital display and multiple frequencies to transmit to, you'll also be able to charge any device that uses USB input to charge, and will also be able to transmit music through the 3.5mm audio input/output cable that is included.
Amazon.com Product Description--Posted July 7, 2008
Enjoy music from your iPod or MP3 player through your car stereo. This Scosche Digital FM Transmitter and USB Charger is a quick, easy, plug-and-play solution for high-quality wireless audio. The FMTD1 is powered by your car's 12V power port, and includes a 3.5-mm auxiliary cable to connect your iPod, iPhone, or MP3 player to the transmitter. The digital transmitter means you can select from up to 100 transmitting FM frequencies to find the best signal, and the digital LCD display lets you keep track. What's more, you can keep many devices charged while they're in use. The FMTD1 features a USB jack, so any device that uses a USB charging cable (iPods, cell phones, MP3 players, PDAs, etc.) can receive power while you're on the road. What's in the Box
Scosche Digital FM Transmitter and USB Charger, 3.5-mm auxiliary cable, manual
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| Customer Reviews:
 Nice look, nice performance but still an FM Transmitter January 8, 2009
J. Archer (NJ, USA)
Great look. I initially thought this wouldn't work too well in my car becuase of the permanent angle it has to it but I was wrong, looks great in my 06' ford focus and is very functional the way it sits. A big plus is nothing is hanging off of the unit, no cords and no additional mess.
The USB placement is very POOR. As others have said you may find that you have to plug in the USB cable before plugging in the FM transmitter and the cord will likely be bent after the use - not the point where it ruins your cable though. If they would have placed the port facing to the side rather then the back this would get full stars.
I find to get the best sound I turn my player (Slacker G2) up all the way and adjust the car radio level from there. I find this is necessary because I don't have any blank channels and only a few static stations where I live and will tend to get static if I have to crank my radio volume. Overall this was just figuring out what worked best for me.
For those of you that don't truly understand what a FM transmitter is then let me try and explain. A transmitter put your signal out to your radio, if you search through your stations and can't find one that is blank or just static then don't buy one... no matter the brand. Those that complained they can't find a radio station to tune to and blame the transmitter are in need of this information as NO FM transmitter will work - look for a FM modulator instead.
Overall I am happy with this and surprised that it works this well. By design FM transmitters play lower quality then hooking directly to your radio via a direct input or a CD would. If your radio doesn't have this and you don't want to spend the money to buy a new radio, buy an upgrade kit for your current radio or a FM modulator then in general a FM transmitter is you best option.
This is solid unit that gets the job done!
 Fails to perform its only function January 1, 2009
Eastcoast Joe
I had high hopes that this would work for my LG Dare music phone. It simply did not live up to my standards. I was not expecting high fidelity sound, but I wasn't expecting have to turn my stereo all the way up so that you could hear it. I would also have to change stations every five minutes. I immediately returned the device and ordered the Jabra SP700 Bt Speakerphone(which is a near perfect product).
 Excellent product November 3, 2008
I. Portscheller (Saint Louis)
This device works well and looks good. Of course, an FM modulated device is never going to sound as good as a direct plug-in device, but in my experience, this one is far better than average in sound quality. I also like the hardware features such as the pivoting stem and easy to read blue-backlit display. The ability to charge USB devices is a super-nice feature that I didn't really appreciate until I needed it one time! And finally, I like the fact that the audio plug is not hard-wired like most others I've had ... so there is a much smaller potential that the device will be ruined when the cord gets accidentally wrapped around something and yanked when exiting from the vehicle (do you think maybe I did that once or twice with other similar products, eh?). Good job on this one, Scosche!
 looks cool and thats about it September 21, 2008
Vikas A. Bulchandani (Norf Kakalaka, U.S. of A.)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
looks great, much more compact and its sleek design makes it more visually appealing. but it just doesn't work as well as the Belkin tunecast II. having the usb charger on the side is helpful, but I still need performance, and its got some just not enough to command a higher price than the tunecast II by belkin. happy hunting ladies and gentlemen
With some improvements, could be great August 11, 2008
J. Lambis (Pawtucket, RI)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I've been using this product for a month now. I gave it 4 stars because my gripes are relatively minor. For one, on a sunny day the LCD screen can be almost impossible to read. I've had occasions where I've had to physically cup around the LCD in order to guess at what station I'm on. My other problem is with the uncomfortable placement of the USB port on the device. The port is right on the side of the device so I have to put my usb cable in it before I put it in the cigarette lighter. The usb cable will be bent all over after use.
The device however really works as it should. A few design flaws don't change that. Make sure to find a station with very little signal out on it already and you'll get nice sound. Not CD quality or anything but I think it's been better than the Griffin ipod car dock I used to have (that I can play my Zune, my old Ipod Nano, and my cousin's sirius portable).
I've attached the usb cable to an old usb hub I had laying around so I can power multiple devices on the very rare occasions that I do. I recommend using an old hub either way so you have your usb slots available to you at any time. Even an extender will do well for you.
If the manufacturer made one with a nicer LCD screen and a more comfortably place USB slot, I think they'd have a winning product just on the versatility alone.
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