Customer Reviews:
 Heartily Endorsed! October 18, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I had been looking for a FM transmitter for my SanDisk Sansa e270 6 GB MP3 Player with SD Expansion Slot (Black) and had looked at some more expensive brands before I settled on this product. I was a little concerned about the quality of the Colby CA-745, but decided to take the plunge and I am happy that I did.
The full range of frequency settings makes it easy to find an empty channel and the backlight is very nice when driving in the dark. Having the adapter, which allows for charging a cell phone or plugging in a radar detector, is also a very nice feature. Like others, I found that I had to turn the volume all the way up on my MP3 player in order to get the signal, but from there, I could turn the volume up or down via my car stereo. The only feature that this transmitter is lacking is the ability to skip to the next song via the stereo controls on my steering wheel (using those controls change the radio station, which makes sense). However, at this price, I can live without that particular feature. Aesthetically speaking, I like that the transmitter has a very similar design to my Sansa.
I would definitely recommend this product to anyone who is looking for an FM transmitter.
Works great. October 16, 2008
I had tried another FM transmitter prior to this one and was dissappointed. This unit works very well, little or no noise, very good signal strength in the vehicle (much better than the wireless, battery operated one I had prior). I'd recommend getting this unit if you don't have an AUX-in and want to use an IPod or Zune in the vehicle. It also exposes a 12V lighter input so you can plug in other accessories. One improvement the product could benefit from is an on-off switch so that you don't have to unplug when you turn off the vehicle.
Better than expected!! October 8, 2008
I couldn't believe how easy this was to use. It literally took me 30 seconds to set up. Plug it into the car charger, the default on the Coby was 108; my radio went up to 107.9, switched to transmitter to 107.9 and walla....music from the car stereo system. AND, it sounds pretty good with little or no interference (of course, that depends where you are). Having the extra charger was a smart design choice. Also, the unit looks pretty good and does not take up that much room (I have an 04 Altima). Highly recommended!!
 Poor quality October 5, 2008
I bought this product about 6 months ago. It usually worked fine, although it was a bit tempermental and some days (and in some neighborhoods) it had poor reception. But after only six months it broke: the wire ripped out from the unit despite gentle handling. Overall I was disappointed with both the reception quality and the workmanship.
 Will not fit Toyota socket without modifications, otherwise great product September 24, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I ordered this product for my dad, who has a Toyota Camry. Had read the reviews about it not working in Toyotas, but wanted to give it a try and see if it really was a problem.
It would not work in his Camry when we tried it. Went to my Honda Accord and it worked perfectly. We compared it with another power adapter for a cell phone and noticed that on the cell phone adapter, the nose was tapered, while on the Coby, it was actually proud and nubby.
Got out the dremel tool and got rid of the bull nose on the Coby with about 2 minutes of shaping. Tried it again and it worked perfectly. Too bad that when they molded the nose they didn't do it properly.
Sound is good, there are lots of frequencies to broadcast on, and I really like that you can plug another adapter into the top so that it doesn't take up your only power socket. And the price is unbeatable.
So, if you have a Toyota and feel comfortable with shaving off a little plastic, then this is a great product. Non-toyota owners should be happy as well. But steer clear if you have a Toyota and don't want to do a little bit of modification.
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