| Altec Lansing inMotion iM7 Portable Audio System for iPod (White) | 
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| Brand: Altec Lansing
Category: CE
List Price: $249.99
Buy Refurbished: $199.99
You Save: $50.00 (20%)
Refurbished (2) from $199.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  390 reviews
Color: white
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.2
Dimensions (in): 17 x 5 x 6.5
MPN: iM7
Model: iM7
UPC: 840356587141
EAN: 0840356587141
ASIN: B0009VKJH4
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Compatibility: iPod nano 1G; iPod mini; iPod 3G, 4G, 5G, 5.5G | | • | Booming iPod speaker dock with stylish rounded design for easy portability | | • | Exceptional low frequency bass from the built-in 4-inch side-firing subwoofer | | • | Powered by AC adapter (international plugs included) or 8 D batteries (not included) | | • | Video output jack, 3.5mm audio line-in jack for connecting iPod Shuffle and other MP3 players |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
Ushering in a whole new era of out-loud audio for iPod, the inMotion iM7 delivers full-bodied sound that rivals traditional home stereo systems. Its sleek, compact design goes where you go - around the home, to the office, out in the backyard or at the beach. Mobility is encouraged via the iM7's long lasting battery mode. Or plug into a nearby outlet for AC power. The iPod recharges while you listen. Your dockable iPod is secured within a patent pending universal cradle that gracefully opens and recesses with the touch of a finger. The iM7's impressive sound comes from highly advanced neodymium drivers and tweeters, plus a powerful, built-in subwoofer. A wireless remote provides across-the-room command of both the iM7 and iPod, allowing perfect adjustment of your music. Now, your iPod has an ideal traveling companion, the inMotion iM7. Just give it a listen and you'll know why!This product is designed for the following systems: iPod photo; iPod mini; 4th Generation iPod with Click Wheel; 3rd Generation iPod with touch wheel and buttons.For a complete compatibility list please refer to the original manufacturer's web site.
Amazon.com Product Description
Ushering in a new era of out-loud audio for iPod, the inMotion iM7 delivers full-bodied sound that rivals traditional home stereo systems. Its sleek, compact design goes where you go--around the house, to the office, out in the backyard or off to the beach. That's because the iM7 features a long-lasting battery mode along with the ability to plug into a nearby outlet for AC power. 
Cool, rounded design for easy portability. | The iPod recharges while you listen. Your dockable iPod is secured within a patent pending universal cradle that gracefully opens and recesses with the touch of a finger. The iM7's impressive sound comes from highly advanced neodymium drivers and tweeters, plus a powerful, built-in subwoofer. A wireless remote provides across-the-room command of both the iM7 and iPod, allowing perfect adjustment of your music. 
Get booming sound from the 4-inch, side-firing subwoofer. | Features - High performance everywhere you go: Patent-pending high efficiency digital amplification delivers consistent, powerful sound from a compact system.
- Deep bass: Feel the exceptional low frequency bass from the built-in 4-inch side-firing subwoofer enhanced with revolutionary XdB technology.
- Smooth mids: Two 3-inch neodymium drivers deliver smooth mids and mid bass.
- Crystal-clear highs: From two custom-designed 1-inch neodymium tweeters.
- Built-in iPod cradle: Adjusts to fit your iPod and recharges it while you listen.
- Portable design: Runs on batteries (8 D batteries, not included) or plugs into the wall.
- Video output: Play your downloaded video movies and TV programs as well as photo albums on most TVs.
- Wireless remote and built-in controls: Basic iPod functions, as well as the speaker systemÕs stand-by, master volume, bass, and treble are at your fingertips with a wireless remote.
- Convenient auxiliary input jack: For connection with other audio devices, including laptops, older iPods, iPod shuffle, and other MP3 players (cable included).
- Universal power adapter: International plug set included.
What's in the Box
Altec Lansing iM7 portable audio system, remote control, 3.5mm auxilliary input cable, universal power supply (with international plugs), iPod mini adapter, Quick Start guide, printed operating instructions iPod Compatibility
iPod nano 1G, iPod mini, iPod 3G, iPod 4G (Clickwheel), iPod Color, iPod 5G/5.5G Video (note that an iPod nano 2G adapter is available from the Altec Lansing web site, but is not included in the box)
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| Customer Reviews: Read 385 more reviews...
 altec Lansing im7 January 3, 2009
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I purchased this item for my husband for Christmas and it crashed his Ipod each time he used it. We did an internet search and this seems to be a very common problem with this item. Electronics Expo refused to refund all our money for this product because I purchased it in early Novenmber, as a Christmas present, and they have a 30-day return policy. They are charging a 20% restocking fee, plus shipping both ways, which amounts to about $67.00, which is approximately half the price of this product. I would not recommend purchasing anything from this company, as you would think they would have a different policy for Christmas returns. Amazon on the other hand stated that they would refund the difference once it was processed through Electronics Expo, that is why we enjoy shopping on Amazon, they really make an effort to please the customer.
 Really shines in a big area December 23, 2008
I gave it 5 stars for the excellent sound quality in big open areas. I have only used it plugged into a wall outlet, never with batteries. I work in a 80,000 sq. ft. industrial fabrication shop which you can imagine is loud at times.
I have used the iM7 for over a year now and could not be happier with the sound quality and its ability to fill an open work area. Typically I have the volume adjusted 1/2-3/4 and can walk 50-75 feet away and easily enjoy the music. There are things that could be improved which I will touch on briefly. Plenty of reviewers go into detail on the iM7 negative aspects. But in the end this is a great choice if you just want to plug the ipod in, hit a playlist, crank the sound up, and listen all day long!
So the negatives:
The flip-out dock: just be careful with it, mine still works fine.
The remote: I rarely use it, very short range, has to be straight on.
Bass/Treble adjustment: you can't visually tell were it is set. Not a big deal for me, I adjusted it once for my taste and left it alone.
Batteries: I can't say from experience but from the amount of bass it kicks out I would have to say it would eat them up.
Great sound. Survived getting wet! December 3, 2008
I own this IM7 and the Bose sound dock. Both units sound great. The IM7 has a stronger base sound and on some music is perhaps a bit too strong, so I usually change the ipod's sound to less base. The volume is surprising! Ask my neighbor, 4 houses down from me. Just joking around I turned up the volume while on my porch and she heard it loud and clear. She said it sounded as though the band was playing in my back yard. A couple of weeks ago I left the IM7 on my covered boat dock thinking it was safe from weather. A nasty, windy squall blew in for several hours and I didn't retrieve the IM7 till the next morning. It was completely wet, water even inside the ipod docking area (ipod not in it at the time, thank goodness). I thought it was a goner, but after drying it with a hair dryer it's working fine again and is actually playing as I type this. I would buy another one if it does eventually rust out.
 Oh so pleased! November 16, 2008
Mine had what my husband calls 'speaker rattle.' I was heartbroken. The sound was spectacular except that even at 50% of volume and bass, my unit made a buzzing sound. I've returned it for an exchange and I hope I just happened to get a lemon and the next one will be perfect. Electronics Expo was very responsive and sent me a UPS sticker to make the return without costing me a cent. I will add to my review as soon as I get my replacement IM7! I need good sound and good bass really badly!
Dec.16, 2008 - Okay, I got my replacement a few days ago. They were a bit slow but my new unit works! It works really well and I'm exceedingly happy. We hooked it up to the computer and watched the movie Polar Express and wow, it was fantastic. We travel a great deal and live in an RV so we gotta have small size. It's small, but the sound fills the trailer! I substitute teach dance occasionally and it's very portable (I bought the harness and good thing I did). The bass is bitchen. I did notice on one (new age) song it was too much even at the lowest setting, but, well, I'm not complaining. It is kind of peculiarly made, that's true. I have a lot of space behind my iPod and seems like it could be a potential problem. I have to hold it solidly before I push on the menu or it'll push the whole iPod back. Being cylindrical it's kind of tipsy like. It should be a rectangle. My eyes have trouble seeing the remote buttons and that's a bit of a pain - gray print on white. I bought two different portable boomboxes from Wal-Mart and returned both - JVC and I forget what the other was. They don't hold a candle to this one. I'm 49 and I luuuurve deep, LOUD, bass just like I did when I was 16.
Finally, I have it.
 Great Sound & Features, Bad Door Design November 16, 2008
I love the sound and the remote features and all of the ports on the back. However, after using it for several months, the DOOR will not close anymore. I have to use packing tape to keep it 'closed' and I have to use the cord that connects the iPod to the input jack on the back. Therefore, the iPod does not charge and constantly is using its own batteries. It is too bad that this system has a bad door design, otherwise, I would have given it five stars +!
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