| Griffin Technology 4030-ROAD RoadTrip FM Transmitter & Auto Charger and Cradle for iPod | 
 enlarge | Brand: Griffin Technology
Category: CE
List Price: $44.99
Buy New: $24.95
You Save: $20.04 (45%)
New (23) Used (3) Refurbished (2) from $11.95
Avg. Customer Rating:  165 reviews
Color: White
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 7 x 2 x 8
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: 4030-ROAD
Model: 4030-ROAD
UPC: 685387040308
EAN: 0685387040308
ASIN: B0002WTK48
Release Date: November 4, 2005
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Convenient one-piece transmitter and charger module uses any frequency from 87.7 to 107.9 | | • | Backlit screen shows which frequency RoadTrip is currently broadcasting | | • | Transmitter can be removed and used with a Mac or PC computer | | • | Plugs into any auto power outlet or lighter adapter | | • | Compatibility: iPod nano (1G only), iPod mini, 3G iPod, 4G iPod with click wheel, iPod Color, iPod Video |
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Product Description
Imagine having a high powered FM Transmitter, an iPod auto charger AND a convenient iPod cradle. Meet RoadTrip, the only iPod and iPod mini car accessory you'll ever need. RoadTrip makes enjoying an iPod or iPod mini in the car convenient and easy. The RoadTrip plugs into any auto power outlet or lighter adapter and provides an adjustable cradle to charge and hold any docking iPod including the new 4G iPods and the iPod mini. The RoadTrip transmitter can then be set to broadcast iPod's music to any FM frequency from 88.1 to 107.9. Its backlit screen shows which frequency RoadTrip is currently broadcasting -and can easily be adjusted via buttons located directly on the front of the unit. Your iPod's audio is transmitted through the connected dock on the bottom of iPod. Not only is this a superior signal transmission but it also leaves the top of the iPod exposed for use with other iPod accessories like the Griffin iTalk.The RoadTrip is a great FM transmitter and car charger for the iPod in the car, but what makes RoadTrip truly unique is its removable transmitter module that can also broadcast music from a Mac or PC. The package includes a combination USB power and audio connector cable that attaches any USB equipped computer to the module. Users can then play their iTunes music, movie audio or presentation sound to any FM stereo close by. The RoadTrip is compatible with all docking iPods, including the iPod mini. iPods with FireWire ports on top (1st and 2nd gen) will not work with the RoadTrip.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 160 more reviews...
 Item was supposed to be new, but came in an old beat-up box. December 27, 2008
Would not buy from again! This item was supposed to be a Christmas present, it arrived in an old beat-up box that looked like it had been opened.
 Pleased but it took some configuring December 5, 2008
This works great for what it is. However, I have a 2001 Honda Civic and I was getting horrible interference when I had it plugged into my 12V outlet (it's right under the AC controls. I bought a 12V extension cable ($5 - Walmart). Although the unit now sits in my lap or the passenger seat, it's worth the trade off to get rid of the interference. I got this product on sale for $16.77 and that was money well spent to access my ipod in the car - I haven't listened to the radio since - what a joy!
You'll get some "fuzziness" but I think that's inherent with all FM Transmitters. I'd highly recommend this product for the money.
WONT CHARGE NANO 4G, Lame support October 29, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I purchased a Road Trip with the "New iPod nano Adapter Included!",
only to find that the CHARGER function DOES NOT work with any
"New ipod nano" (4G).
I purchased this product with the clear intent to FM transmit, charge and cradle my "New iPod Nano".
I am very disappointed.
Of course, I expected to get what I paid for, and I requested remedy from Griffin.
I stated that this device will not do as the package claims, and I requested a full refund.
Adding, this device CAN NOT perform its stated purpose(s), I further
contended that the packaging is deceptive regarding the capabilities of
this device.
Mine certainly wont do all three as claimed. Griffin blithely verified this.
My response from "Shannon" at Griffin was that this device in fact "ONLY WORKS WITH 3G", and not (as the packaging indicted) with the ("NEW") Nano 4g, ignoring the legal ramifications.
Thats all they had to offer.
LAME. The lousy customer care disappointed me as much as the product.
I went with the InCharge because of the reviews, and flame Griffin for the above nauseating experiences.
Not for audiophiles, but very convenient! October 1, 2008
I was very pleased with the quality of construction. Seems pretty sturdy and durable. Works perfectly as intended. There is only one negative, and that is the sound is not the full range. It lacks the depth and clarity of a CD by alot. My best workaround is to adjust the EQ on the ipod to the "classical" setting (although I listen to all kinds of music, mostly metal). Still, not perfect sound, but, hell, it was only $9.95, and at least I can get all my iPod tunes on my car stereo now! Overall, I'm satisfied.
 Griffin RoapTrip September 4, 2008
We love it. Sounds great and much cheaper than at Best Buy. I shopped around and this is by FAR the best deal!!!
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