Customer Reviews
Warning - limited use of this product - buyer beware 
2009-02-17
To my knowledge this product cannot be used as a TV after the switch to Digital TV, the FCC required warning is under promotional items so you may miss it if you don't read everything and I mean everything on the page. Until the switch to digital, it is okay as a small TV.
Electronic Miracle 
2009-01-06
This tv is wonderful. I live in Vermont, far from transmitters. But, lying in bed, I get our only 2 stations WITHOUT EXTENDING THE ANTENNA !!! These are the same 2 channels that I have to have a big antenna on the roof to receive on our big tv. It's hard on batteries, so I got 8 rechargeables so I always have 4 already charged up. Now, are they going to make a digital version ? ? ?
Will it work in 2009 2008-12-08
From what I read this is a pre digital tuner TV that will not work after Jan 2009. If I am wrong then the product information should state that the unit has a digital tuner.
Perfect little TV 2008-09-30
This was perfect, but unfortunately I just get no reception here. So I returned it and want to commend the seller for being so cooperative with the return. I had no trouble at all and was quickly refunded the purchase price. I would definitely recommend this seller and will go to them for future purchases!
WILL NOT WORK WITH DTV! 
2008-09-21
The Amazon review is correct in stating that a converter box will allow this to operate BUT YOU WILL NEED AC POWER FOR A CONVERTER BOX! Having just come through Ike in Houston and 8 days without power, my portable tv was a lifeline I cannot be without. The gov needs to supply digital portable tvs or some other solution to the disaster prone coasts and other areas. I guess the "cheaper" solution is to buy a $700 generator to power the converter box? SHEEESH.
"What about my portable, battery-powered analog television? Will I be able to use it to watch broadcast television after February 17, 2009?
Portable, battery-powered analog televisions MAY be able to receive over-the-air programming after February 17, 2009 if they are connected to a digital-to-analog converter box. Because battery powered digital-to-analog converter boxes are not currently available, an external power source would also be required. If local utility power service is not available, an external battery power station or an emergency power generator may be able to supply the necessary power for the converter box."
railroad conductor 
2008-09-09
The SY-30 is a high-quality portable television with a rugged yet stylish new casing built for active lifestyles. The SY-30 has a durable casing modeled after Casio's famous "G-Shock" watches. It is the first handheld TV specifically designed for use poolside, near the Jacuzzi, in the bathroom or kitchen, or for outdoor activities such as hiking or fishing.The SY-30 has a 2.7" color LCD screen with 118, 800 pixels for a clear, sharp picture. It also has an Audio/Video Input jack so it can be used with a VCR or DVD player. Other features include an earphone jack, external antenna jack, attached rod antenna and anti-glare screen. The SY-30 runs on 4 "AA" size batteries or an optional AC adaptor.
Nice Device 2008-07-28
This is a great product for camping, outdoors in general, or watching some event at the office. It has a very clear picture.
Not ready for Prime Time ! 
2008-07-13
I purchased this thing, so I could watch the MLB All-Star game from within the Stadium. Let me tell you, the reception is so mediocre , I'm not even going to bother lugging this mini monster to the game with me.
I tested out reception from 3 different places. Inside my home, along the open waterfront area of New York Bay, and within the city amongst the skyscrapers. All were equally poor in quality.
In the days when you convert video to an iPod format (yes I know it's not live TV) that is crystal clear, and awesomely bright, this thing seems as quaint as a spinning wheel. Granted, it might be ok in a hurricane or emergency situation, but if the signal really will drop all together in a year or two, when they switch over to full hi-def, this is no more than a paper weight waiting to happen. Save your money, and wait until something like satellite for portable TV's comes out.
In general the picture works, but requires the long telescoping antenna, and the signal varies, while your watching it.
GREAT 2008-01-18
I WAITED SO LONG FOR THIS, WISH I BOUGHT IT SOONER.. I TAKE IT TO THE GYM, IT IS A BOREDOM SAVER
Excellent product! 2008-01-07
Purchased this for my mother so that she would not be without a TV when the power goes out. She loves it! Will probably purchase one for our household too!
