Product Description
Apple iPod nano - Like a before and after picture, this updated iPod nano sports a slimmer, more attractive, all-alluminum body; as well as a 1.5" LCD thats 40% then before. But if you need brains with your beauty, then Apple has you covered there as well. You get a new, higher capacity battery that can playback up to 24 hours of music, or 5 hours of photo slideshows. The best part is, for about the same price of an older iPod nano, you're getting twice the capacity! Syncs seamlessly with iTunes Connector for Optional dock Stereo Minijack Hold Switch Charge Time - about 3 hours (1.5 hour fast charge to 80% capacity) Audio Support - AAC (16 to 320 Kbps) / Protected AAC (from iTunes Music Store) / MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps) / MP3 VBR / Audible (formats 2, 3, & 4) / Apple Lossless / WAV / AIFF Photo Support - JPEG / BMP / GIF / TIFF / PSD (Mac only) / PNG Sync & Charge via USB Cable Adjust audiobook playback speed Create multiple on-the-go playlists Shuffle songs or albums Repeat one or all 20 Equalizer settings Backlight Timer Display Contrast Alarm - On / Off / Silent Sleep Timer Date & Time Display time in menu bar Color - Black Supports - Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4 or later, Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 2 or later, Mac OS X v10.3.4 or later Unit Dimensions - 3.5 x 1.6 x 0.26 Unit Weight - 1.41 ounces
Customer Reviews:
Forget The 3rd Gen.......2007-11-25
I waited for the 3rd gen nano to be released to purchase the 2nd gen(cheaper) and replace my 1st gen nano. Extremely small, great sound, and plenty of space for my music. Happy with purchase.
I'm LOVIN' it!.......2007-11-05
This is the best music device - of any kind- that I've ever owned! I absolutely love it! You can sort your music in so many ways, make as many playlists as you want on your pc and sync it w/ IPOD. Play music by Artist, Album, Genre, Most Played, Highest rating (you rate them yourself). I've bought speakers to plug it in and play at home, ordered a jack for my car so I can play it in there. Goodbye CD's! I'm hooked! It's fabulous!
First-timer.......2007-11-05
For a first time iPod user...I was impressed with the versitility of the unit & the ease of instilation. It didn't "take over" my computer which was nice & the Nano is easy to cart around. However, I do not like the small font...can we please make it bigger? Over 35's will have a hard time reading any of the iPods when they are playing in their respective docking stations or players.
IPOD Nano.......2007-11-02
Product was shipped in a timely manner and arrived as promised. Product was as advertised and worked properly.
Almost excellent.......2007-11-02
If not for the ipod occasionally freezing, I would have given a 5 star rating.
Product Description
pple iPod nano - Like a before and after picture, this updated iPod nano sports a slimmer, more attractive, all-alluminum body; as well as a 1.5" LCD thats 40% then before. But if you need brains with your beauty, then Apple has you covered there as well. You get a new, higher capacity battery that can playback up to 24 hours of music, or 5 hours of photo slideshows. The best part is, for about the same price of an older iPod nano, you're getting twice the capacity! Syncs seamlessly with iTunes Connector for Optional dock Stereo Minijack Hold Switch Charge Time - about 3 hours (1.5 hour fast charge to 80% capacity) Audio Support - AAC (16 to 320 Kbps) / Protected AAC (from iTunes Music Store) / MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps) / MP3 VBR / Audible (formats 2, 3, & 4) / Apple Lossless / WAV / AIFF Photo Support - JPEG / BMP / GIF / TIFF / PSD (Mac only) / PNG Sync & Charge via USB Cable Adjust audiobook playback speed Create multiple on-the-go playlists Shuffle songs or albums Repeat one or all 20 Equalizer settings Backlight Timer Display Contrast Alarm - On / Off / Silent Sleep Timer Date & Time Display time in menu bar Color - Black Supports - Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4 or later, Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 2 or later, Mac OS X v10.3.4 or later Unit Dimensions. +PLUS+ DELUXE ACCESSORY KIT: - Skin Case with band to rotect your iPod. - Ipod Round Speaker with Docking. The Sound Stage places its speakers facing outward and upward from the left and right sides to provide a more fulfilling sound that adds more depth and fidelity to the listener's ears, heightening the enjoyment of listening to their iPod. - 3 in 1 Car Kit for iPod. Secure adjustable holder to keep your iPod securely into place. A built-in FM transmitter wirelessly connects your iPod to your cars stereo system. Includes a car charger - Pack of Screen Protectors.
Product Description
Apple iPod nano - Like a before and after picture, this updated iPod nano sports a slimmer, more attractive, all-alluminum body; as well as a 1.5" LCD thats 40% then before. But if you need brains with your beauty, then Apple has you covered there as well. You get a new, higher capacity battery that can playback up to 24 hours of music, or 5 hours of photo slideshows. The best part is, for about the same price of an older iPod nano, you're getting twice the capacity! Syncs seamlessly with iTunes Connector for Optional dock Stereo Minijack Hold Switch Charge Time - about 3 hours (1.5 hour fast charge to 80% capacity) Audio Support - AAC (16 to 320 Kbps) / Protected AAC (from iTunes Music Store) / MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps) / MP3 VBR / Audible (formats 2, 3, & 4) / Apple Lossless / WAV / AIFF Photo Support - JPEG / BMP / GIF / TIFF / PSD (Mac only) / PNG Sync & Charge via USB Cable Adjust audiobook playback speed Create multiple on-the-go playlists Shuffle songs or albums Repeat one or all 20 Equalizer settings Backlight Timer Display Contrast Alarm - On / Off / Silent Sleep Timer Date & Time Display time in menu bar Color - Black Supports - Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4 or later, Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 2 or later, Mac OS X v10.3.4 or later Unit Dimensions - 3.5 x 1.6 x . +PLUS+ ACCESSORY KIT: 12V Car Charger; provides non-stop iPod operation by offering you the convenience to operate and/or charge your iPod while you drive. - Skin Case For iPod nano 2nd Generation w/Armband - Ipod Desktop Stereo Speakers; Just plug & play - Package of LCD Screen Protectors.
Product Description
No batteries are required to charge a cell phone, see your way with a flashlight or listen to the latest music, ever. The Eton FR250 Portable Crank Radio has AM/FM and 7 shortwave banks as well as a built-in white LED light source and an alert flashlight. In case of emergency, you can charge your cell phone and listen for the latest alerts anytime, anywhere.
Amazon.com Product Description
With a dependable hand-crank power generator that powers the unit's AM/FM/Shortwave radio, built-in LED flashlight, cell phone charger and emergency siren, the lightweight and portable Etón FR250 is an excellent and economical choice for anyone in the market for a radio that can be relied on in emergencies or in environments where there are limited power sources.
Power When You Need It
At the heart of all of Etón's emergency radios, including the FR250, is an internal generator that recharges the internal Ni-MH battery pack and powers the radio, siren, and light. Also, by plugging your cell phone into the jack on the back of the radio (the FR250 comes with several cell phone adapters), you can use the crank to power your phone. In our test, after draining our cell phone of power, we recharged it using the FR250 enough to make a few calls. The rate of cell phone recharging will vary greatly depending on the cell phone and the state of its battery, but the FR250 can provide your compatible phone with power in a pinch.
The easy-to-read radio dial. View larger. |
The hand crank recharges the integrated rechargeable battery. |
According to the product manual, to achieve 40 to 60 minutes of uninterrupted power to the radio, you must turn the crank at a rate of two revolutions per second for 90 seconds. In our test, after our initial 90 seconds of rigorous cranking, the FR250 powered right up and was still going strong with radio reception after an hour. At the hour mark, we briefly turned the flashlight on, and that too was at full force, with no perceivable drain on radio reception. In fact, the FR250 was still going strong 75 minutes after we recharged the battery pack. The FR250 can also be powered via an AC adapter which, to our dismay, is not included, or from three AA batteries, also not included. The dynamo crank tucks itself nicely into the side of the radio and offers little resistance as you turn the handle. (Don't let the cranking requirements frighten you! While it's true that a full 90 seconds of turning the crank can be tiring and may not be for everyone, we were able to recharge the radio with less than a minute of cranking and achieved over 40 minutes of continuous power.)
Design and Controls
At slightly more than a pound in weight, and with dimensions of 6.5 x 6.00 x 2.5 inches (WxHxD), the FR250 is designed to be tucked neatly into its handy nylon carrying case and stored in an emergency box, or packed neatly for a camping trip. A white LED light is set on the front of the radio, just to the side of the analog tuner. The light is designed to help you down an unlit stairwell or enclosed hallway in a pinch, but it is not directed or strong enough to help you much in a pitch-black forest or other open area. The FR250 also includes a red flashing LED light that can be used as a distress signal. The radio and light can be operated simultaneously, though of course at the expense of power.
The FR250 includes a handy strap on the top of the radio for easy carrying, and the tuning and volume knobs are set to the side. The mechanical controls are extremely visible and easy to use. The volume control is a bit difficult to finesse, while the tuning knob, which features a smaller concentric fine-tuning control knob, is much easier. An earphone jack is set into the back, and the telescoping antenna tucks neatly behind the handle strap. The radio's 2.5-inch speaker is set directly in front and offers reasonable audio quality and excellent volume for the radio's purpose. The tuner itself is self-illuminated, though in a darkened environment it is still difficult to pick out the bands.
Tuning and Bands
The FR250 offers nine-band tuning -- AM, FM and 7 shortwave bands. As was the case with all of the Etón emergency radios we tested, our AM reception was outstanding; we were quickly able to tune into every station we searched for. Reception for FM was also very good, though there was some extra fine-tuning on some of the stations. Our shortwave reception, however, was a mixed bag. We tested in the early and late evening, searching for signals in the more heavily populated SW3 and SW4. While we found several signals during our test, honing in on them took a bit of finesse with the fine-tuning knob. And when we did find them, there was static and background noise with most of the signals.
It became clear during our testing that the FR250 is an emergency radio, with several outstanding and potentially life-saving features, including shortwave reception. Its shortwave functionality, however, is not its primary selling point. However, its emergency siren and lighting, and particularly its self charging functionality, are. So if you're in the market for an economical emergency radio, the Etón FR250 more than fits the bill.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight; ideal for emergencies or travel
- Clearly laid out functions and controls
- Excellent internal power generator; handy cell-phone charger
Cons
- Tuning dial could be better illuminated for darkened environments
- Shortwave reception inconsistent
- Should include an AC adapter
What's in the Box
FR250 radio, cell phone charging adapters, and nylon carrying case.
Customer Reviews:
Terrific Radio!.......2007-12-20
The Eton FR250 is my favorite of their emergency crank radios. The sound quality is actually better than the pricier FR3xx radios and it has coarse- and fine- tuning knobs for the radio which help tremendously! Cranking your own power is a great idea...save our environment, and your wallet (utility bills and batteries). The radio pulls in difficult stations and this has become the radio of choice for my wife and myself. It's a convenient size to take around the house and really cranking it is kinda fun! This would be a smart tool to keep in the car, too. The LED light is very bright and the red blinking LED could be useful if you got stranded!
Excellent emergency radio.......2007-12-18
We've had our radio for several years. The 3 AA batteries last about a month, being in use about 2-3 hours per day. I bought this one for my sister in Tulsa, OK, during the great ice storm that left her without power and no way to keep abreast of the news and weather. This is something every household should have, because even if you don't have power to charge it, it will still be able to work with the dynamo (hand crank) charge.
Handy Little Radio.......2007-03-13
I spent a lot of time reading reviews of radios with AM capabilities and I am pleased with my choice. This little one is light, works well and has a lot of extra features which could prove to be helpful if we get any more storms here like we had recently.(Flooding and power blackouts caused a lot of inconvenience.) Reception is good and sound quality is excellent for such a small radio. Because I have a substantial hearing loss I especially appreciate that. So far I haven't had to use the cell phone charger, the flashlight , short-wave reception or the siren(!) but it's nice to know they are there, if needed.On top of all that good stuff...the price was right!
A Must for Disaster Kits, Emergencies or Camping.......2007-02-21
Living in central California, the most probable emergencies we face in OUR AREA are earthquakes and power outages. The Eton FR250 should suit our needs best - as long as radio & cell phone towers are still standing! The FR250 has 7 shortwave bands that might provide information from outside our area if local communications are lost. I let the built-in rechargeable battery (a replaceable 3.6 volt portable telephone battery) completely discharge and then cranked the dynamo the recommended 2 turns per second for 2 minutes (with a short break in between). It provided enough power for the radio to play at a moderate volume for 95 minutes - RATHER IMPRESSIVE and the 2 1/2 inch speaker provides very clear and pleasant audio. Another nice feature is the fine tuning knob.
With the built-in battery charged or with the 3 AA batteries, the flashlight will light in very dark conditions (tho not brightly), a path approximately 50 feet.
This little radio packs plenty of features at a reasonable price. A must for disaster kits, emergencies, camping or even giving as a gift.
Always Be Prepared.......2007-01-09
We bought everyone in the family one of these for Christmas. Wind it up and power away. The cell phone charger converters that come with it do fit most of the cell phones in the family, but it did not fit a Fire Fly or a newer Nokia (the model with the FM radio capacity). But it fits other Nokias and a Sony Ericson. We've lost power here in St. Louis twice in 2006 for DAYS. We had no radio, no tv, no bateries, nada. Now, we are prepared. It does pick up tv somewhat, but this is not what we got it for. If there is a HUGE national crisis I doubt the tv towers, stations, and power outages will support any tv or radio. But we will have light. The flashlight is not the brightest, but it's sufficient. When the power goes out and the sund goes down, it's DARK. We feel better knowing we won't have to rely on candles and batteries. We bought orange and white ones. They are plasticy and i wonder how long the windy thing will last, but with careful use this radio will certainly come in handy until Ameren UE tunes the lights on.
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