Need an mp3 accessory

[gwilks98]

I want an RF transmitter, which is an easy find. However, most cars only have one 12v outlet up front. I'd like to find an RF transmitter that also has a USB output on it so I can run my MP3 off carpower instead of battery.

Anyone know of such an accessory?


edit: found one, but it's not quite as nice as I'd like:

http://www.tangshop.com/mp3-fm-transmitter-usb.html

I'll keep looking. Suggestions still welcome.

[avlena]

What type of MP3 player do you have? If you have a semi popular one (Sansa, Creative, iPod, etc), then you can find out specific to your MP3 player's connection.

the transmitter you posted is a piece of crap. (bought something very similar, and the sound quality is awful). I have this one: http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/DLO-TransDock-Micro-for-Sansa-c200-and-e200-0052120/sem/rpsm/oid/184496/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

It has the specific cables for my player, but it also supports generic MP3 players. There's a USB & aux-in on the bottom. So, it would probably suit your needs. All of the other high-end transmitters I looked at had a USB port for charging. It's probably easiest to go to Best Buy, buy one and try it, and then return it and find it cheaper online! :P

[gwilks98]

What type of MP3 player do you have? If you have a semi popular one (Sansa, Creative, iPod, etc), then you can find out specific to your MP3 player's connection.

the transmitter you posted is a piece of crap. (bought something very similar, and the sound quality is awful). I have this one: http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/DLO-TransDock-Micro-for-Sansa-c200-and-e200-0052120/sem/rpsm/oid/184496/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

It has the specific cables for my player, but it also supports generic MP3 players. There's a USB & aux-in on the bottom. So, it would probably suit your needs. All of the other high-end transmitters I looked at had a USB port for charging. It's probably easiest to go to Best Buy, buy one and try it, and then return it and find it cheaper online! :P


I have a creative zen. Creative does not offer this kind of accessory that I can find.

BB carries Sandisk and Ipod accessories. The only type I could find that did what I was looking for is built for the proprietary ipod, no USB port.

Where else did you look? I'd like to see some of those high end transmitters.

[avlena]

DLO makes one for the Creative; I bought one for my husband. He has the Zen Vision M.
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=5384532

Best Buy has at least 2 high end FM transmitters for generic MP3 players, because I bought them & returned them. You just have to look a little hard to get past the iCrap.

I also looked at Circuit City & Frys. I guess from the link, you can probably find them at Walmart. Or, you can try a car audio store.

by the way, if you really want to upgrade and splurge, the best option would be to install an aux-in for your car, or buy an after market radio that has one. For me, the FM transmitter was the cheaper easier route. :shrug:

Good luck!

[gwilks98]

DLO makes one for the Creative; I bought one for my husband. He has the Zen Vision M.
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=5384532


the zen vision has a proprietary cable for charging. The Zen that I have uses only USB. The item description hints that the charger has a usb port on it, and I would only need to bring my USB cable to the table.

Can you shed some light? That thing looks pretty sweet.

[avlena]

Yes, there's a USB port on there, so it should work for most USB charged MP3 players. I say most because I just remembered that my Creative Zen Micro didn't charge on a usb connection unless it had the proper drivers. It LOOKED like it was charging, with the glowing light & everything, but it would drain the battery overnight.

Try these forums: http://www.anythingbutipod.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=4

They're incredibly helpful, and should be able to better assist you with the specifics of your model.