iHome iH5BR Clock Radio for iPod Black
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Manufacturer: Sound Design, Inc.
Model: iH5BR
Binding: Electronics
Publisher: Sound Design, Inc.
Label: Sound Design, Inc.
Features for iHome iH5BR Clock Radio for iPod Black :
- Sleep or wake to iPod, AM/FM radio, or buzzer; auto-setting time and date even self-adjusts for Daylight Savings
- Sleep or wake to iPod, AM/FM radio, or buzzer
- Gradual Wake and Gradual Sleep gently increase (alarm) and decrease (sleep) the system volume
- Clean, contemporary design complements your iPod; stereo speaker drivers in special chambers offer surprisingly good sound
- Compatibility: iPod nano (1G only), iPod mini, 3G iPod, 4G iPod with click wheel, iPod Color, iPod Video
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Editorial Review
With its built-in docking station and clean, contemporary design, the iHome iH5 clock radio is the perfect complement for your Apple iPod digital music player. Not only does the iH5 let you listen to your iPod music free from cumbersome headphones, it also lets you fall asleep or wake to music you've loaded into your iPod. You can also wake or sleep to FM/AM radio or wake to a traditional buzzer.
The compact unit measures roughly 9 x 3 x 6 inches (W x H x D) yet comes complete with stereo speakers, drift-free digital FM/AM radio tuning, a multifunction LCD with adjustable backlighting, and the ability to charge your docking iPod's battery right from its center seat. (The iH5 includes handy inserts to accommodate any type of docking iPod: gen 3, gen 4, iPod mini, or iPod photo.)
Immediately upon plugging it in and the clock will set itself, drawing on its factory-installed 100-year calendar (year/month/day, 2000 to 2099). The clock will maintain accuracy all on its own, even self-adjusting for Daylight Savings time and leap years.
Fall asleep to your favorite station or a carefully chosen iPod playlist using the unit's programmable sleep timer (15 to 120 minutes in 15-minute increments). Gradual Wake and Gradual Sleep features will increase (with on wake-up) or decrease (on sleep) the system volume so as not to startle you. Adjustable sleep volume lets you select a comfortable "sleep" volume level without affecting the wake-to or listening volume levels.
A supplied analog audio interconnect affords hookups with non-docking iPods, other MP3 players, cassette players, or other audio devices. Other features include automatic frequency control (AFC) for enhanced FM reception, an amber backlight on all primary buttons, and optical knobs for precise volume/tuning.
For extra security, if you've selected iPod as your wake-to source and your iPod isn't docked, a buzzer will sound instead. The clock also comes with Sure Alarm battery backup--just install 2 AA batteries to activate the feature. In the event of a power failure, or if you disconnect the AC power cord to move it, the Sure Alarm system will maintain your clock and alarm setting for the life of the batteries, ensuring that the alarm will sound at the set time.
The iH5 is "Made for iPod"-certified by Apple.
What's in the Box
Clock radio, a stereo analog audio interconnect, dock inserts for any type of docking iPod (gen 3, gen 4, iPod mini, iPod photo, iPod nano), an AC power adapter, and a user's manual with warranty information.
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Customer Reviews
"Lull you out of sleep"? 
2008-01-24
I bought this item for my daughter for Christmas because she specifically wanted a gradual wake up alarm. It doesn't work! In fact, after calling the company we found that this model has no such feature, despite the fact that the box and the description of the model say that it does. According to the manufacturer, "it was a mistake". Bottom line: if this feature is important to you, don't buy this model!
Almost perfect 
2008-01-17
I absolutely love this product. First of all, the sound and product quality are spectacular for the size and price. Second, I can tote it between my bedroom and bathroom without a hassle, which is a huge plus for me. My only issue is the remote. Maybe it's just mine, or maybe I'm an idiot, but I pretty much have to hold the remote 6 inches from the unit to make it work, in which case using a remote is kind of ridiculous. If the remote had more range, I would be 100% satisfied with this system, and I'm so glad I got it.
big as a cinder block and about as useful 2008-01-04
I have had this thing for about a year and a half. The ipod connection crapped out about a week after warranty expired. The company has an after warranty repair/replacement policy set up that costs almost as much as the unit itself. It is now a glorified clock radio that takes up too much space on my nightstand. When I was able to connect the ipod to the unit, the ipod sits on top of the radio and is very susceptible to being knocked off when reaching over to turn off the alarm or something else especially at night or in the morning when you aren't really awake. The only good features are the dimmable display and the switch on the back that lets you instantly adjust the time +1 or -1 hour. Otherwise, the sound is below average and the reception from the radio is poor and it is takes up way too much space.
BURNING 2008-01-03
The first time I docked my video iPod on this thing, it started smoking and smelled like burnt plastic. I immediately undocked my iPod and returned this item. I got the JBL On Time instead, and I love it.
Look elsewhere 2007-12-12
Our iHome is now just a clock radio as the ipod dock has a short in it after about 7-8 months of (infrequent) use. Had this issue not occurred, I would have given it 3+ stars as it is functional, but sound quality is a little lacking and the remote has very limited distance.
Love It! 
2008-05-27
Great, high quality product, reasonably priced, and on time delivery. This is the same product that's sold in stores like Best Buy for about 20.00 or so more. I'm glad I decided to search it up on Amazon and find it cheaper, with the same high quality.
Cool item for the home 2008-04-05
It works perfect, it sounds nice and full, wish it had a video output and more ipod controls.
Excellent Product 2008-03-10
I was impressed with the sound quality, especially for the price! The remote is convenient. I couldn't get the radio station to get a clear signal on the stations I listen to, but that may vary by location.
Not the greatest 
2008-02-25
I purchased this item to play my ipod at work. The sound isn't great and the volume is hard to adjust- it's either too loud or too quiet. I'm currently searching for something that won't disrupt my co-workers.
A Rooster Would Be More Reliable. "Cock-a-Doodle-DON'T" 2008-02-20
The iHome is quite sleek. Very shiny and black! However, it totally pooped out on me after about a month of use. My ipod couldn't make a connection with the iHome, and it stopped working! Sounds like my dating life :P Also, a lot of dust shows on the shiny black surface. The clock light is very bright, even on the lowest setting. It's like I'm sleeping on the surface of the sun! (but not quite that hot!) Another negative is the size. It's slightly smaller than my 20 pound tabby cat. In summary, don't buy this unless you like alarm clocks that are bigger than a cat and don't work!
