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A fantastic little box!
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LinuxI had this thing connected to internet radio in about 5 minutes from opening the box, and most of this time was taken entering my lengthy WPA passphrase. Note that there is no wired network connection.
The device is much smaller than I expected, and very light. Looking from the front or from the top it's a bit smaller than a DVD case.
The front panel control is clever and easy to use, most things are done with the main dial, which is also a button when you push it, and the 'back' button. The remote was a little disappointing when I first tried it, as the range was very small, like about 10cm. But a new battery increased that to about 1.5 metres. We don't use the remote, as the box lives by the side of the bed.
For the person who asked about listen again features on internet radio, this thing has an 'on demand' option for any stations that offer it. And this is now the most used feature of the box. So, for example, if I go to BBC Radio 7, then to the 'On Demand' menu item I get a menu of programmes that they offer, so I could, for example, listen to Space Hacks. Same for Radio 4 - for fans of the Archers, Just a Minute, etc, etc. I haven't counted these, but it seems like every show from the past week is available. You can also select a time offset to start listening, so if you caught the first 5 minutes while driving to work, when you get home you can just dial it up to that time and start from there. And it remembers where you were up to when you turn it off and on again.
It uses reciva, and you can register the device there so get a custom list of stations.
Sleep timer and alarm - this thing makes an ideal radio alarm clock. The only (initially) annoying thing was the led backlight, which stayed on when you turn the device off, so makes a bright night-light. But, this is adjustable, so it can be made to be totally dark when it is turned off.
There are two options for connecting to music on networked PCs. These are:
- using a uPNP music server, in my case this is TwonkyMedia server running on a Linksys network storage device. This works very well for me. The instructions talk about using Microsoft Windows Media Player (11 I think).
- or direct access to shared folders. All instructions are for connecting to Windows shares, and I haven't got this sorted with my linux Samba shares yet, probably because of permissions issues, but I am confident that this will also work (though I don't need it because I use Twonky).
It uses 7.5V DC input and the power adapter is rated at 1.2A.
The speaker is impressive given the size of the box, but is not hifi.
What Lies Beneath ...
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Windows XPWhat a cracking little piece of kit! Beaneath its 6.5" wide understated plastic interior lies a monster. Of sorts. So simple to set up - plug it in, switch it on, stick your wireless encryption key in (if you have one) and away you go. It sets the time for you, it lists all the available stations you could ever wish for (including the rather handy BBC News 24), plus it lets you connect wirelessly to PCs so you can listen and share MP3 through Media Player. You can even visit a website where you can register to give yourself even MORE internet music/news channels. Remote control is a bonus. Buy one. I don't think you could possibly regret it.
Fantastic bit of kit
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Not ApplicableFantastic bit of kit. 1000's of radio stations available at the touch of a button. You can search via country type i.e. UK, USA, France etc.. Or via genre i.e. 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's Classic Rock etc. It has all the BBC radio stations as well as lots of UK commercial stations.
The unit supports WPA encryption. A dead easy interface allows you to select your encryption key using just the large button in the centre of the radio.
Ive just ordered 3 more for the house a one more for my parents as the unit is so simple to operate.
DAB radio has met it's match.
Really Neat Little Radio
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Windows XPOccasionally you buy something that leaves you feeling exceedingly pleased with yourself, and, for me, this radio finds itself in that category.
It's a small and surprisingly light little box, and it delivers a whole host of pleasant surprises. Once you've set up the WPA code (use upper case letters!) and opened up your WiFi router sufficiently to permit it to access the internet, you're instantly able to access thousands of stations. BBC Radio 4 starts to play in just a couple of seconds; other stations might take a few more seconds to buffer the programme first.
The sound is far better than you would expect from such a small speaker - even Depeche Mode came out passably.
But the ability to play music off my PC is what really did it for me. Not only music, but the podcasts which I listen to when I'm in the kitchen cooking. If you're running Windows XP or better, I suggest you don't try to configure Windows shares: there are just so many places where you might have to add, configure and tweak at your PC's configurations, and weaken your security at the same time.
Rather, just set up the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) mechanism with Window Media Player 11 or a later version. It takes about a minute, and the instructions in the manual are adequate. Check that your WiFi router has UPnP enabled, if such a setting exists, and follow the manual.
Changes the way you listen to radio
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Not ApplicableUses WI-FI (setup in minutes) to connect to the RECIVA portal and RELIABLY bring in over 10,000 Radio stations in 275 locations and 65 genres!
Internal speaker is not bad . . but plug the headphone out into you hi-fi and the audio quality is a relevation.
Amazing price . . half to a third of the price of similar RECIVA units. AND it has an IR remote control accessing 100 presets.
Sells for TWICE the price in the US (must be a first!). Buy one before someone catches on!
This is the future of radio.
Everyone needs at least one (cooler in WHITE?)
I Suggest You Get One Of These
Small compact internet radio that does the job and does it very well.This one can be at your bedside there is no "Buzz"-"Clicking"-"Ticking"-"Mains Hum".Just a great radio at a fantastic price there is nothing currently available elsewhere for value & price.Highly Recommended.A Very Grateful Purchaser.Thank You EBuyer.
Amazing
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Windows XPYou will not be dissapointed with this. Easy to use and a Huge amount of stations. I even have it playing my MP3's. And it has an alarm. Buy one today. You'll be annoyed if you miss out.
Chuffed
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LinuxI don't usually write reviews, but I'm unbelievably pleased with this. Setup took about a minute, and the sound quality, considering this is about half the size of a toaster and a lightweight unit, is excellent - not exactly Bose, but pretty clean. It uses the Reciva service (http://www.reciva.com) and delivers something like 1500 radio stations - BBC, NASA mission control, a couple of really good Jamaican dub stations, corking belgian techno, and some pretty good lullaby/nursery rhyme stations (I have a 6-month old who appreciates this). It also talks UPNP (iTunes/windows media player 11) and Samba (plain windows file shares with 'everyone'/read access), so I've just set up mediatomb (http://mediatomb.cc) and had my stuff playing in a few minutes. The PSU is 9 watts max.
Re some of the comments - it does supports Listen Again on the BBC stations; the remote is a bit pants and probably does need a new battery, there's no ethernet interface, and being able to run off a (rechargeable) battery would be quite cool. But I am entirely happy with it - I mean, it's less than forty quid!
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Just what is says on the box
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Windows VistaWell if you read all the previous reviews you will see that this little box lives up to the billing. The sound is superior to any bedside radio I have ever owned and as that is where it will live I am very pleased. For what it costs in comparison to alternative internet radios it's quite simply a steal. Just buy one. I live in deepest darkest Wales where reception of normal radio is appalling (forget DAB). With this little baby my life is changed. This must be the way ahead. I haven't tried the streaming bit yet but I really only bought it for the radio.
The future of radio
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Not ApplicableCant believe how good this is. 10000 stations plus the brilliant BBC on demand service meanss you can listen to all those programs you've missed during the week. This alone is a good enough reason to buy this radio, but to be able to listen to 1000's of radio stations from all over the world, this is the future.
