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Jensen JiMS-198i

The Jensen JiMS-198i is a docking system that can be used to charge or play music from an iPod or iPhone device.  The system is compatible with iPod touch, nano, Classic, 4th and 5th generation, mini, and iPhone devices.  It features an integrated AM/FM stereo receiver and alarm clock with snooze, nap, and sleep settings.  The unit also has a multi-function blue backlit LCD display for displaying the time or digital frequency.  The JiMS-198i includes a digital volume control, hi-lo dimmer, and an auto time set feature with daylight savings mode.  It also has an AUX input for connecting other media devices and a headphone input for private listening.  The system has a suggested retail price of $95 and comes with a 90-day limited warranty.

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Jensen JiMS-198i
MSRP $95.00
Release date March, 2009
Brand Jensen
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AUX input for use with other media devices
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headphone out
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iPhone compatible
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charges your iPhone / iPod
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alarm clock functionality
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includes AM/FM tuner
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90-day warranty
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display doesn't dim itself
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no-name brand
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does not include remote
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Features/Specs

  • Play & Charge Functionality
  • Multi-function Blue Back-lit LCD Display
  • AM/FM Stereo Receiver with 20 Presets
  • Hi-Lo Dimmer Control
  • Digital Volume Control
  • Alarm Clock with Snooze, NAP, and Sleep
  • Auto Time Set plus Daylight Savings Time Setting
  • Inputs: AUX with Cord Included, Headphone
  • Compatibility: iPod touch, iPod nano, iPod classic, iPod (5th generation), iPod (4th generation), iPod mini, iPhone, iPhone 3G
  • Power Handling: 2 x 2 Watts RMS
  • Dimensions:  4-5/8”(H) x 7”(W) x 4”(D)
  • 90-Day Limited Warranty

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Jensen JiMS-198i

• Docking Digital Music System with CD for iPod

UPC: 077283999819

MPN: JIMS198I

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Pros
  • built in digital AM/FM tuner
  • charges your iPod as it plays
  • affordable price
Cons
  • no volume memory - always goes back to 20, which is really loud
  • no-name brand
  • evident loops in the nature sounds
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iLuv iMM173

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MSRP  $80.00    Released  August, 2008
Pros
  • affordable price
  • includes remote control
  • large LCD display
Cons
  • mediocre sound quality - doesn't match better known brands
  • unreliable as an alarm clock - clock freezes and requires resetting
  • multiple revisions floating around - version 1.0 has compatibility issues with the iPhone
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Pros

  • AUX input for use with other media devices
  • headphone out
  • iPhone compatible
  • charges your iPhone / iPod
  • alarm clock functionality
  • includes AM/FM tuner

Cons

  • 90-day warranty
  • display doesn't dim itself
  • no-name brand
  • does not include remote

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