Comments on: DLO TransPod http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/ Gadget reviews and news by Julie Strietelmeier and friends since 1997 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:27:19 -0500 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc hourly 1 By: philippe tort http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-40840 philippe tort Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:08:36 +0000 #comment-40840 I have had this unit for about 6 years now. All of my friends have different units and not one of them is as powerful as this one. We use it on the boat a lot so when we go to the local island here we use the Transpod to broadcast to other boats around us. I have had up to 8 boats on each side of me that were able to pick up the station clearly. I have also used it at tailgate parties so that other cars around me could tune in to the same music. This is the best unit there is out there, especially for the money. I would reccomend this unit to everyone who ever asked which Ipod transmitter to buy. I have had this unit for about 6 years now. All of my friends have different units and not one of them is as powerful as this one. We use it on the boat a lot so when we go to the local island here we use the Transpod to broadcast to other boats around us. I have had up to 8 boats on each side of me that were able to pick up the station clearly. I have also used it at tailgate parties so that other cars around me could tune in to the same music. This is the best unit there is out there, especially for the money. I would reccomend this unit to everyone who ever asked which Ipod transmitter to buy.

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22021 Julie Tue, 22 Nov 2005 02:33:45 +0000 #comment-22021 It works fine with the Video iPod. You do need to use the included bumper pad to keep it from rattling in the cradle though. It works fine with the Video iPod. You do need to use the included bumper pad to keep it from rattling in the cradle though.

]]> By: trophyofgrace http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22020 trophyofgrace Mon, 21 Nov 2005 23:00:53 +0000 #comment-22020 Apple uses FedEx to ship AppleStore orders, and DHL to handle returns. I'm interested in the TransPod. The notion that it will work with any iPod intrigues me, as it's a good chance I'll upgrade in the future :). A tape adapter is really a pain if you ask me. Chalk this puppy onto my Christmas list :) Does it work with 5th gen iPods? Apple uses FedEx to ship AppleStore orders, and DHL to handle returns.

I’m interested in the TransPod. The notion that it will work with any iPod intrigues me, as it’s a good chance I’ll upgrade in the future :) . A tape adapter is really a pain if you ask me. Chalk this puppy onto my Christmas list :)

Does it work with 5th gen iPods?

]]> By: evansls http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22019 evansls Mon, 21 Nov 2005 20:45:56 +0000 #comment-22019 <blockquote><cite>Richard Greene wrote: </cite><br />Well it will rotate in the cig adapter and it does also have a pivot point that's locked so yes!</blockquote> if you rotate the cig adapter so the arm can pivit left to right instead of up and down, then the ipod will no longer be verticle -- it'll be horizontal. Give it a try and you'll see what I mean. I want to be able to pivit the ipod to the left, so I can see it. These arm extension only work well for an open dashboard such as those in the reviewed photos. Evan

Richard Greene wrote:

Well it will rotate in the cig adapter and it does also have a pivot point that’s locked so yes!

if you rotate the cig adapter so the arm can pivit left to right instead of up and down, then the ipod will no longer be verticle — it’ll be horizontal. Give it a try and you’ll see what I mean.

I want to be able to pivit the ipod to the left, so I can see it. These arm extension only work well for an open dashboard such as those in the reviewed photos.

Evan

]]> By: Richard Greene http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22018 Richard Greene Mon, 21 Nov 2005 00:20:45 +0000 #comment-22018 Well it will rotate in the cig adapter and it does also have a pivot point that's locked so yes! Well it will rotate in the cig adapter and it does also have a pivot point that’s locked so yes!

]]> By: evansls http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22017 evansls Sun, 20 Nov 2005 23:19:58 +0000 #comment-22017 Regarding the "charger arm" not the extension arm, can the charger arm pivot left to right? Thanks for your help, Evan Regarding the “charger arm” not the extension arm, can the charger arm pivot left to right?

Thanks for your help,
Evan

]]> By: evansls http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22016 evansls Sun, 20 Nov 2005 23:11:55 +0000 #comment-22016 Regarding the "charger arm" not the extension arm, can the charger arm pivot left to right? Thanks for your help, Evan Regarding the “charger arm” not the extension arm, can the charger arm pivot left to right?

Thanks for your help,
Evan

]]> By: Richard Greene http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22015 Richard Greene Tue, 15 Nov 2005 03:35:18 +0000 #comment-22015 I empathize with you on Airborne as well.......DHL stepped into last place just because of this non-Saturday delivery. Airborne was right there with them. ;) I empathize with you on Airborne as well…….DHL stepped into last place just because of this non-Saturday delivery. Airborne was right there with them. ;)

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22014 Julie Tue, 15 Nov 2005 03:12:31 +0000 #comment-22014 Apple uses FedEx at least for their regular shipping... That's how all my stuff from them has been delivered. Received the Mac Mini that way a couple weeks ago... Glad you are happy now. You hate DHL, I hate Airborn Express. They've actually left my packages in the middle of the freaking road before... No, I am NOT kidding! Grrrrr. Apple uses FedEx at least for their regular shipping… That’s how all my stuff from them has been delivered. Received the Mac Mini that way a couple weeks ago…

Glad you are happy now.

You hate DHL, I hate Airborn Express. They’ve actually left my packages in the middle of the freaking road before… No, I am NOT kidding! Grrrrr.

]]> By: Richard Greene http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22013 Richard Greene Mon, 14 Nov 2005 22:32:51 +0000 #comment-22013 Update - Two Points: 1. Love Apple - nano is fixed and with my personalized back returned. Of course the unit was void of music but that's ok. Maybe some scratches on the screen that weren't there before but .....unit was shipped to Elk Grove, CA arrived on Wednesday and was shipped out Friday. 2. Hate DHL - package was marked for Saturday delivery and it didn't make it until Monday. I have learned to really despise DHL in the last year because of their poor service. This is the second package for Saturday delivery in 4 months that didn't make it as scheduled. Also, they require a signature: even though I've signed off - each time they require a signature. I also had two other packages this year that were shipped by DHL that didn't come close to arriving on time because and I quote: "The driver couldn't find the address". One other minor note about DHL - their tracking system never picked up the "free" return of the unit to Elk Grove. I had the tracking number and was checking it from Tuesday on and it was never in their system yet obviously the package got to Elk Grove. Now Elk Grove is only about an hour from Modesto so they may have just skipped the scan process and since it was a freebie....not a big deal. Except that Apple made it very clear to keep a copy of the tracking number to insure delivery etc. And the bigger rub is that I physically handed the package to the DHL branch manager........ Wasn't this post originally about DLO and not DHL....my apologies. Now that the product seems to be working correctly, I don't want anyone to think that I overly slammed DLO......they are still going to send me a replacement unit for this one I have because at the time I ordered it, they had changed the web site but didn't correctly display that the unit I was getting was "old" technology. Apple and DLO are ok in my book. Now if Apple would just use either FedEx or UPS instead - they be 100%. Update –

Two Points:

1. Love Apple – nano is fixed and with my personalized back returned. Of course the unit was void of music but that’s ok. Maybe some scratches on the screen that weren’t there before but …..unit was shipped to Elk Grove, CA arrived on Wednesday and was shipped out Friday.

2. Hate DHL – package was marked for Saturday delivery and it didn’t make it until Monday. I have learned to really despise DHL in the last year because of their poor service. This is the second package for Saturday delivery in 4 months that didn’t make it as scheduled. Also, they require a signature: even though I’ve signed off – each time they require a signature. I also had two other packages this year that were shipped by DHL that didn’t come close to arriving on time because and I quote: “The driver couldn’t find the address”.

One other minor note about DHL – their tracking system never picked up the “free” return of the unit to Elk Grove. I had the tracking number and was checking it from Tuesday on and it was never in their system yet obviously the package got to Elk Grove. Now Elk Grove is only about an hour from Modesto so they may have just skipped the scan process and since it was a freebie….not a big deal. Except that Apple made it very clear to keep a copy of the tracking number to insure delivery etc.

And the bigger rub is that I physically handed the package to the DHL branch manager……..

Wasn’t this post originally about DLO and not DHL….my apologies.

Now that the product seems to be working correctly, I don’t want anyone to think that I overly slammed DLO……they are still going to send me a replacement unit for this one I have because at the time I ordered it, they had changed the web site but didn’t correctly display that the unit I was getting was “old” technology.

Apple and DLO are ok in my book.

Now if Apple would just use either FedEx or UPS instead – they be 100%.

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22012 Julie Fri, 28 Oct 2005 21:50:18 +0000 #comment-22012 Richard: Well at least I'm reading that Apple will replace 5th gen players without much hassle... I feel your pain. Keep us posted. Richard:

Well at least I’m reading that Apple will replace 5th gen players without much hassle…
I feel your pain. Keep us posted.

]]> By: Richard Greene http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22011 Richard Greene Fri, 28 Oct 2005 20:17:29 +0000 #comment-22011 New issue - It's not the DLO. It's the nano. I went to Best Buy and picked up a white DLO and it too wouldn't work. Then Best Buy had a stereo player for pods - hooked into it.....no good. So the connector or something else has gone bad on the nano. First they put out bad screens and now I've got a bad unit. Picked up a earphone connection FM unit and it works so now to find my Apple info and contact them for a replacement. New issue – It’s not the DLO. It’s the nano. I went to Best Buy and picked up a white DLO and it too wouldn’t work.

Then Best Buy had a stereo player for pods – hooked into it…..no good. So the connector or something else has gone bad on the nano. First they put out bad screens and now I’ve got a bad unit.

Picked up a earphone connection FM unit and it works so now to find my Apple info and contact them for a replacement.

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22010 Julie Fri, 28 Oct 2005 16:05:08 +0000 #comment-22010 Richard: Well phooey! Sorry to hear that you have to wait. Hopefully it will be worth it for you. Richard:

Well phooey! Sorry to hear that you have to wait. Hopefully it will be worth it for you.

]]> By: Richard Greene http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22009 Richard Greene Fri, 28 Oct 2005 14:19:14 +0000 #comment-22009 Update: Seems that my black transpod was one of the "older" models. In revieiwing the pictures of the sliver one versus the black one - massive difference. And now the current black unit is out of stock. (according to their customer service - it did have issues). New replacement unit will not be here until the end of November as they are not yet in stock and the old style is also out. I've been assured that the replacement unit doesn't have the same issues and they will ship it to me no charge with a return label when it is available so I really can't complain - except I won't have it for this trip. :sad: Update:

Seems that my black transpod was one of the “older” models. In revieiwing the pictures of the sliver one versus the black one – massive difference. And now the current black unit is out of stock. (according to their customer service – it did have issues). New replacement unit will not be here until the end of November as they are not yet in stock and the old style is also out.

I’ve been assured that the replacement unit doesn’t have the same issues and they will ship it to me no charge with a return label when it is available so I really can’t complain – except I won’t have it for this trip. :sad:

]]> By: Richard Greene http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22008 Richard Greene Fri, 28 Oct 2005 02:33:36 +0000 #comment-22008 Well not exactly dead. I get the FM screen showing me the frequency tune to one of the presets....no sound. Tried multiple frequencies through the spectrum nothing. Launching the DLO on a frequency that has a radio station will blank it's volume so the transmitter is working. It's not pickup up the volume or sound from the Pod. Tried 3 different vehicles........same in all three. So I eliminated a conflict possibility. Tech/C.S. in the AM. I will advise. I'd like a replacment by noon on Saturday so I can benefit from my labor in loading the nano last weekend. I'm driving to Las Vegas around 1:00PM that day. Well not exactly dead. I get the FM screen showing me the frequency tune to one of the presets….no sound. Tried multiple frequencies through the spectrum nothing. Launching the DLO on a frequency that has a radio station will blank it’s volume so the transmitter is working. It’s not pickup up the volume or sound from the Pod.

Tried 3 different vehicles……..same in all three. So I eliminated a conflict possibility.

Tech/C.S. in the AM. I will advise. I’d like a replacment by noon on Saturday so I can benefit from my labor in loading the nano last weekend. I’m driving to Las Vegas around 1:00PM that day.

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22007 Julie Fri, 28 Oct 2005 02:25:45 +0000 #comment-22007 Richard Greene: Oh no! It's DOA completely, or what? Crap, I hate when that happens... :sad: Please keep us posted. Richard Greene:

Oh no! It’s DOA completely, or what? Crap, I hate when that happens… :sad:
Please keep us posted.

]]> By: Richard Greene http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22006 Richard Greene Fri, 28 Oct 2005 00:11:09 +0000 #comment-22006 Mine arrived today and doesn't work. We are going to find out how good their C.S. is tomorrow. Mine arrived today and doesn’t work.

We are going to find out how good their C.S. is tomorrow.

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22005 Julie Tue, 25 Oct 2005 20:46:02 +0000 #comment-22005 The skin case from Brando / PDAir worked MUCH better than PDAir's aluminum case in the TransPod. Didn't loose connection even once. The skin case from Brando / PDAir worked MUCH better than PDAir’s aluminum case in the TransPod. Didn’t loose connection even once.

]]> By: Richard Greene http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22004 Richard Greene Mon, 24 Oct 2005 17:58:51 +0000 #comment-22004 Thanks - I suspected that might be an issue after our discussion. Getting the nano out of the case isn't that bad and I'll only use it on long trips (more than a couple of hours) so I'll probably use the insert and just hassle the in and out of the case. Thanks again. Thanks – I suspected that might be an issue after our discussion. Getting the nano out of the case isn’t that bad and I’ll only use it on long trips (more than a couple of hours) so I’ll probably use the insert and just hassle the in and out of the case.

Thanks again.

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22003 Julie Mon, 24 Oct 2005 17:20:07 +0000 #comment-22003 Tested the TransPod, Nano and PDAir metal case this morning. A sizing insert is not required. However, I did have problems with the audio cutting out (not static, just silence). If I pressed the Nano down into the connector, the music would come back. It's just the added thickness of the aluminum case and neoprene lining that causes the problem. A regular skin case would probably not have this problem. I will try one tomorrow. Tested the TransPod, Nano and PDAir metal case this morning. A sizing insert is not required. However, I did have problems with the audio cutting out (not static, just silence). If I pressed the Nano down into the connector, the music would come back. It’s just the added thickness of the aluminum case and neoprene lining that causes the problem. A regular skin case would probably not have this problem. I will try one tomorrow.

]]> By: Richard Greene http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22002 Richard Greene Mon, 24 Oct 2005 02:33:21 +0000 #comment-22002 <blockquote>Richard: Sorry for scanning ... bad habit ;) </blockquote> I've been known to be guilty of the same thing....... ;) If you get a chance - not that it will make much difference since I've ordered the TPod - try it tomorrow with the metal case and let me know if there are any issues? Might make me stomach my $99 purchase decision a little easier if it does.

Richard:

Sorry for scanning … bad habit ;)

I’ve been known to be guilty of the same thing……. ;)

If you get a chance – not that it will make much difference since I’ve ordered the TPod – try it tomorrow with the metal case and let me know if there are any issues? Might make me stomach my $99 purchase decision a little easier if it does.

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22001 Julie Mon, 24 Oct 2005 01:41:32 +0000 #comment-22001 Richard: Sorry for scanning ... bad habit ;) I received the same metal nono case from PDAir. I will give it a try tomorrow. I'm sure it will fit just fine with no sizing insert in the TransPod, or the mini insert. Richard:

Sorry for scanning … bad habit ;)

I received the same metal nono case from PDAir. I will give it a try tomorrow. I’m sure it will fit just fine with no sizing insert in the TransPod, or the mini insert.

]]> By: Richard Greene http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-22000 Richard Greene Mon, 24 Oct 2005 00:00:43 +0000 #comment-22000 <blockquote><cite>Julie wrote: </cite><br />Richard: Please do post your comments about this product after you have had a chance to try it out (even if you don't agree with me). Which iPod model will you be using with the DLO? I just realized that if I use the mini insert and my nano, that I bet I could could keep the nano in a case and still use it with the TransPod. I'll be trying that tomorrow since I just received several nano cases and skins.</blockquote> Miss Julie, your "scanning" as stated in my original post - it's a black ipod nano. ;) I should have the Transpod on Tuesday or Wednesday and will get a trip to Las Vegas shortly thereafter to attend the AAPEX show so when I get back - it'll be road trial review time. I received, yesterday, a sliver metallic case from PDair - I'm somewhat hopeful that I too might be able to leave it in the case and have it work in the Transpod - but since the hinge is on the right side of the case - doubtful. It may fit but....only time will tell. The folks at PDair sent along a clear silicone skin - that might prove to be better but it doesn't have a cover over the screen ala the metal case. And it's got to two "connector ears" for the lanyard that might also get in the way. I'll just have to try them when the Transpod arrives. BTW- quick shot of both is attached.

Julie wrote:

Richard:

Please do post your comments about this product after you have had a chance to try it out (even if you don’t agree with me). Which iPod model will you be using with the DLO? I just realized that if I use the mini insert and my nano, that I bet I could could keep the nano in a case and still use it with the TransPod. I’ll be trying that tomorrow since I just received several nano cases and skins.

Miss Julie, your “scanning” as stated in my original post – it’s a black ipod nano. ;)

I should have the Transpod on Tuesday or Wednesday and will get a trip to Las Vegas shortly thereafter to attend the AAPEX show so when I get back – it’ll be road trial review time.

I received, yesterday, a sliver metallic case from PDair – I’m somewhat hopeful that I too might be able to leave it in the case and have it work in the Transpod – but since the hinge is on the right side of the case – doubtful. It may fit but….only time will tell.

The folks at PDair sent along a clear silicone skin – that might prove to be better but it doesn’t have a cover over the screen ala the metal case. And it’s got to two “connector ears” for the lanyard that might also get in the way.

I’ll just have to try them when the Transpod arrives.

BTW- quick shot of both is attached.

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-21999 Julie Sun, 23 Oct 2005 23:01:42 +0000 #comment-21999 Richard: Please do post your comments about this product after you have had a chance to try it out (even if you don't agree with me). Which iPod model will you be using with the DLO? I just realized that if I use the mini insert and my nano, that I bet I could could keep the nano in a case and still use it with the TransPod. I'll be trying that tomorrow since I just received several nano cases and skins. Richard:

Please do post your comments about this product after you have had a chance to try it out (even if you don’t agree with me). Which iPod model will you be using with the DLO? I just realized that if I use the mini insert and my nano, that I bet I could could keep the nano in a case and still use it with the TransPod. I’ll be trying that tomorrow since I just received several nano cases and skins.

]]> By: Richard Greene http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/10/20/dlo_transpod/comment-page-1/#comment-21998 Richard Greene Sun, 23 Oct 2005 22:07:21 +0000 #comment-21998 Great review - I ordered one yesterday to use with my black Ipod Nano. Hopefully, my experience will be just as enjoyable as it appears your's is. I never knew that this DLO company existed - that's why I keep visting here - you gal's find all of this stuff. Keep up the good work. Great review – I ordered one yesterday to use with my black Ipod Nano. Hopefully, my experience will be just as enjoyable as it appears your’s is.

I never knew that this DLO company existed – that’s why I keep visting here – you gal’s find all of this stuff.

Keep up the good work.

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