Will this work to send NPR from my computer to my table top FM radio downstairs? We do not have radio in my town in the mountains and I had a small device like this for years that finally broke.
222202
it just depends on the range I'm not sure how far this will transmitit. But for the price you can give it a try
222203
This device has a 3.5 mm plugin (as shown in the picture) designed for connection to an iPod or some other source of MP3 music. Although I haven't done so, you could connect the jack to your computer sound output. Then the FM Transmitter will look for a suitable FM receiver on one of its 5 channels (covering the FM reception rage). It looks for a clear channel that will not interfere with a nearby broadcast. So far, your setup should work if your FM radio is close to your computer. But the range of the Transmitter is limited. If you want to go from a computer upstairs to a radio that is downstairs, it probably would be out of range. As you probably know, the device is designed to allow you to make use of your automobile amplifier and speakers to give you good volume.
222204
I would hesitate to say that it absolutely will do that. All devices like this are affected by distance, obstructions, radio receiver quality and electronic interference. Although if you have no radio stations close buy, interference would probably not be a problem. I would guess if you have already used a device like this with some success, this one would work too. I am pretty sure that they make better deices for more money, I bought this one because I knew that it would not have to transmit very far. If you buy one, remember to post a review about your experience good or bad.
222205
Doubt it... range on this is VERY limited. If your PC is right above the radio and there is no metal in the way (and no interference), it might work, but it's a long shot... (this thing is not designed with long range in mind)
118730
it should work fine once you google how far the nearest broadcast station is located from where your RV is Parked. Not sure it will bet good connection while Driving
1559338
I have no idea, but can't see why it wouldn't work. But you must have a FM Radio.
499610
I would give it a try, although since it isn't digitally tuned, you might not be able to keep it on stations that aren't very strong...drift can be an issue. And the pounding and vibration of a bike ride probably won't help.
201151
Yes. It actually works better when the frequency you select has a low signal from that radio station. This is because the transmitter will then have less competition when broadcasting it's own signal on the same frequency.Regarding overheating, I run into that problem when I charge a larger device like an iPad. The built in USB charging system eventually trips the internal safety and you have to unplug the transmitter to reset it.
1240068
it should work. its not a large plug though. just get the pic of the antenna on the computer and just enlarge the pic
1464931
This device will work on any of the FM radio frequencies, but I do not believe you will be able to tune in TV stations on it. So, no it will not work for you. I am only 99% sure this is correct.Had another thought,.....this is a transmitter and sending the signal from your device to the FM reliever, therefore it is not what you are looking for. Mine seems to still work after a couple years of light use.
969455
From my own experience, I would answer with a 'yes'. The low power setting might make that trip, but I would estimate that if the unit was set to the 'higher power' output it would meet your desires. My transmitter is located in my basement and I am able to still receive it in my vehicle as I am driving away and from a distance of just less than 1/4 mile. The vehicle I am in also is a factor because some have better radio systems than others. I like to use 'work tunes' with the radio built in when I am mowing my acreage, and that works for me just fine. Best wishes!
1914567
According to the c.crane site: tunein.com will work. It did for me. I wanted to see if my local NPR stations are available and they are.
1049031
Dear Mr. Bishop. If you can receive the station on your PC it will work on the radio. I tried it in germany - but there are regional restrictions. I added a station from austria - and it was quite easy. Best Regards, So it will depend on your location.
1087692
I would not recommend. It's discontinued and only good for single CDs. Bought it for a barn. Reception on fm is poor
1139327
It depends...mountains can make reception tough.....best chance of reception later at night...the RCA will pick up a signal if it exists so you can be assured if you get no reception it is because there is no signal...you certainly may wish to use an external antenna...Best of luck and have fun with this radio
1688626
I thin k the answer is "Yes." If you have a receiver has a bluetooth input, it will work. Here is a simple test. If you have an iPhone, iPad, or some other bluetooth transmitting device, see if you can get it to play through your home receiver. If it works, then this will too. It has a supplied 1/8" to 1/8" stereo cable that would plug in to your headphone output of your computer and then into this transmitter. Sync the transmitter to your receiver and if should be good to go. Here is the other side of that. This can be a bluetooth receiver. If your home stereo does not have a bluetooth input, you plug this in as a "component" - like Aux1. Then any bluetooth transmitter can send music to your home stereo. If you had two of these, you can make a totally wireless stereo / TV combo. (I have not tried that. But, it should work.) Hope that helps . . .
1139329
I can say it will do it, but you could hook up an external antenna to the back, which would definitely help. I bought one for my Mom, who lives about 75 miles from New York City, and it worked o.k. for her, but on a powerful station, WCBS. You could also look into getting an antenna booster system. C. Crane sells a "Twin Ferrite AM Antenna system. The way it works is that you mount a Ferrite antenna outdoors, somewhere where you can get a good signal, like up high, not near any obstructions, etc. A coaxial wire brings that signal into the house [you need to make a small hole], and then there is a receiver sections that you can tune to the one station that you want to receive, and the receiver has an antenna that rebroadcasts the signal from that station amplified. I looked into hooking that system up to get some weak AM stations, but haven't gotten around to it yet. The reviews for it are very encouraging. Living in the mountains might make getting your stations difficult, and also it depends on whether you listen day or night. Usually the signals travel longer at night, but the stations also cut back on their power in order not to interfere with each other. I am sorry that I can't give you a definite answer. One thought is, if there is a Ham Radio club in the area, try connecting with them. They usually have a good idea. Last thought is internet radio or Satellite radio like Serius. That is what my kids finally did when they couldn't get the AM and FM stations they wanted, even though it costs them.
583937
Yes, the device connects to your antenna wiring so it is a direct pipe to the station you setup on your phone. In other words, it doesn't send out an FM signal over the air..
1743303
Yes it will work perfectly. You just need to find an open station. Use this site to find a clear channel http://radio-locator.com/cgi-bin/vacant
1535352
Honestly I don't know for certain since I just use it to transmit from streaming audio on my computer to my digital FM radio in another room. I think you can transmit from any device to any other, as long as you can match the chosen frequency on your FM receiver. (ie, if you choose, say, FM 100.7 on your FM transmitter, you must tune your radio to FM 100.7 on your receiver. My experience was that this doesn't work great on analogue (dial) radio, but with a digital type radio it works great. You should get the correct answer by either emailing or calling Ccrane. They have very competent tech support people to answer such questions. Honestly I don't know for certain since I just use it to transmit from streaming audio on my computer to my digital FM radio in another room. I think you can transmit from any device to any other, as long as you can match the chosen frequency on your FM receiver. (ie, if you choose, say, FM 100.7 on your FM transmitter, you must tune your radio to FM 100.7 on your receiver. My experience was that this doesn't work great on analogue (dial) radio, but with a digital type radio it works great. You should get the correct answer by either emailing or calling Ccrane. They have very competent tech... » Read More Honestly I don't know for certain since I just use it to transmit from streaming audio on my computer to my digital FM radio in another room. I think you can transmit from any device to any other, as long as you can match the chosen frequency on your FM receiver. (ie, if you choose, say, FM 100.7 on your FM transmitter, you must tune your radio to FM 100.7 on your receiver. My experience was that this doesn't work great on analogue (dial) radio, but with a digital type radio it works great. You should get the correct answer by either emailing or calling Ccrane. They have very competent tech support people to answer such questions. « Show Less