Altec Lansing Delivers New Traveling Companion for Your iPod: the inMotion(TM) iM5 Mobile Audio Dock; Produces Big Sound at Home or Away, Tucks in a Briefcase, Supports iPod photo Video.MILFORD, Pa. -- If you and your Apple iPod are inseparable, here's a new way to keep the music playing. Altec Lansing's new inMotion(TM) iM5 is a travel-friendly mobile audio dock that adds out-loud listening powers to your iPod anywhere from your bedroom to your hotel room. You get big sound with special bass enhancement in a package small enough to tuck in a backpack or suitcase, plus a variety of updates to the original inMotion product that ranks as one of the best-selling accessories of the iPod economy. The iM5 is a sleek pencil box-shaped unit with a striking new design dominated by a silver grille trimmed in iPod white. The mesh of the grille conceals a pair of specially engineered speakers, while a small white rectangle on the front of the case hides a docking station (1) A cradle for a portable device that serves to charge the unit and connect it to other sources or destinations. For example, an iPod docking station charges the iPod and connects it to a computer, speakers or TV set. that slides in and out like a drawer. Push a button, and the iPod dock glides open to accept any dockable iPod or iPod mini A hard disk-based digital music player from Apple. Introduced in 2004 and discontinued in 2005, the Mini was the first smaller model of the iPod. Although its hard disk capacity was limited to a maximum of 6GB, the Mini players were very popular. See iPod. ; close the "drawer," and you have a flat surface for easy packing. The speakers contain four full-range micro drivers powered by a highly efficient Class D amplifier An audio amplifier that works in the digital domain. It generates the equivalent analog output for the speakers by using pulse width modulation (PWM) or pulse density modulation (PDM) rather than the traditional digital-to-analog conversion. See PWM and PDM. , plus patented MaxxBass(R) technology that enhances the low frequencies without the need for a subwoofer A speaker that reproduces the lower end of the audio spectrum. A subwoofer system may include a crossover circuit which switches frequencies at approximately 100Hz and under to the subwoofer, while passing the rest of the signal to the main speakers. . The system serves up rich, full-bodied sound that fills the room, and it automatically syncs and recharges the docked iPod when plugged into an AC power source. Special features include: --Video connectivity for the iPod photo The iPod photo is an iPod digital audio player designed and marketed by Apple Inc. It was positioned as a premium higher-end spin-off of the fourth-generation iPod classic on October 26 2004. through a composite video A video color format that combines all three YUV video signals into one channel. The first video signal to include color, composite video transmits brightness/luma (Y) and colors/chroma (U and V) over one cable. NTSC, PAL and SECAM television sets have composite video inputs. output jack on the rear of the unit, allowing users to display their iPod photo albums on almost any television or supported projector while running background music through the iM5's high-quality sound system. The iM5 is the first inMotion travel model with this video pass-through capability. --The option to plug in a subwoofer through a subwoofer output connection on the back of the unit, for times when you want your favorite bass tracks to be loud enough to rattle the room. This is also an inMotion first. --AC or battery power, offering up to 24 hours of battery operation for complete mobility when no electrical outlet is available. --Connectivity to other devices through an auxiliary input port on the back of the unit, allowing use of the iM5 to enhance the audio from non-dockable iPods or other MP3 players, CD players, portable DVD players, laptops, TVs or VCRs. A headphone See headphones. jack is also included for private listening. --Deluxe carry bag that includes four cushioned compartments for the iM5, the user's iPod, and the power supply and international plug set that come with the system. The bag, newly designed for the iM5, also includes a wrist strap A device that grounds the user when making repairs to electronic equipment. It prevents electrostatic discharge (ESD) by channeling static electricity from the person to ground. One end is wrapped around the wrist, and the other is typically attached to the frame of the device being for easy transport. The iM5 also includes a shock-resistant frame built to withstand the bumps and bruises of on-the-go use. Pricing, Specifications and Availability The inMotion iM5 Mobile Audio Dock is available now in consumer electronic stores and at www.alteclansing.com at an MSRP MSRP Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price MSRP Message Session Relay Protocol MSRP Multi-Species Recovery Plan (US Fish & Wildlife Service) MSRP Member of the Society for Radiological Protection (UK) of $149.95. It weighs 20 ounces, measures just 3.8" x 8.4" x 2.1", and works with all dockable iPods including third-generation players with touch wheels and buttons, fourth-generation units with click wheels, the iPod mini, the iPod photo and the iPod Nano A flash-based digital music player from Apple, introduced in 2005. Like larger iPod models, the nano has a color screen. Although the nano name suggests ultra-small "nanotechnology," the iPod shuffle is actually smaller. See iPod. . Each package includes a power supply with an international plug set, a 3.5 mm stereo cable for connecting other audio devices, and a protective carry bag. Four AA batteries (not included) are required for battery operation. More information is available at www.alteclansing.com. About Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc., has a rich legacy of blending art and science to stir the soul with high quality consumer and professional speaker systems. The market leader in Powered Audio(TM) Systems, Altec Lansing designs, manufactures and markets a wide range of computer and home entertainment sound systems and a line of headsets and headphones Head-mounted speakers. Headphones have a strap that rests on top of the head, positioning a pair of speakers over both ears. For listening to music or monitoring live performances and audio tracks, both left and right channels are required. . The company's Professional division builds on the storied Altec Lansing name among sound system specifiers, contractors and installers in the fixed installation market. Headquartered in Milford, PA USA and privately held, Altec Lansing also has offices in Oklahoma City OK, Luxembourg, and Hong Kong. In addition, Altec Lansing has an ISO (1) See ISO speed. (2) (International Organization for Standardization, Geneva, Switzerland, www.iso.ch) An organization that sets international standards, founded in 1946. The U.S. member body is ANSI. 9002 and SA8000 certified manufacturing facility in The People's Republic of China. The company employs about 1,500 people worldwide. Altec Lansing is a registered trademark of Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. |
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