Altec Lansing iMT630 Portable Dock for iPhone and iPod

by Altec Lansing

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 16.5 x 8.8 x 6.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B005IVL0UA
• Item model number: iMT630
• Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

Product Description

Color: Black

From the Manufacturer

Combining a striking, contemporary design with precision audio engineering, the Altec Lansing InMotion iMT630 (Sport and Classic) Ultra-Portable Speaker Series is designed to stand out and sound great in any room of your home. Made for iPod and iPhone, this lightweight speaker system features a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, giving you the freedom to move the iMT630 anywhere you please. A 3.5-millimeter input jack allows you to connect virtually any audio device to the speaker system, while RCA composite and component video output jacks make it easy to stream video from your iPod or iPhone to your TV while enjoying the sound through the iMT630. This speaker system is also compatible with Altec Lansing's free Music Mood, EQ, and Alarm Rock apps, giving you complete customizable control of your sound mix, ambience, and alarms.

InMotion iMT630 Ultra-Portable Speaker Series (Black) At a Glance: Precision audio clarity and enhanced bass drivers for powerful sound Rechargeable lithium-ion battery and sleek, compact design for ultimate portability Designed for iPod and iPhone Aux in jack to connect other audio devices with a standard 3.5-millimeter plug Stream video from your Apple device to a TV with video output jacks Compatible with Altec's free Music Mood, EQ, and Alarm Rock apps Backed by a one-year limited warranty

The iMT630 is designed for iPhone/iPod and compatible with Altec Lansing's free Music Mood, EQ, and Alarm Rock apps.

The remote tucks away neatly into the back of the unit when not in use.

Precision Audio for iPhone and iPod
Designed to pack a punch wherever you put it, the Altec Lansing InMotion iMT630 Ultra-Portable Speaker Series features precision audio clarity and enhanced bass drivers for big sound from a small package. Two 2-inch, full-range drivers offer clear and accurate sound delivery, even at maximum volume.

Compact Design and Rechargeable Battery for Portability
The InMotion iMT630 Ultra-Portable Speaker Series combines contemporary styling with portability. Measuring 5.125 by 12.5 by 1.5 inches (H x W x D), the iMT630 is small enough to move with you easily from room to room. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery gives you even more versatility when moving the system--no need to bother finding an A/C outlet.

Wireless Remote with Full iPod Navigation
In addition to onboard controls, the iMT630 features a wireless remote that gives you full control over the navigation of your iPod. When not in use, the remote neatly tucks away into the back of the speaker system, minimizing clutter.

Stream Music and Video with In/Out Jacks
A 3.5-millimeter aux in jack allows you to connect virtually any music device to your iMT630 in addition to your iPod or iPhone. Turn up the volume on laptops, CD players, tablets, or anything else with a standard headphone jack.

The iMT630 also includes RCA composite and component video output jacks, allowing you to stream video from sites like YouTube and Netflix from your Apple device to your television while you enjoy the precision sound of the speaker system.

Customize Your Sound with Free Altec Apps
Altec has created several free apps for iPod and iPhone to enhance your listening experience with the iMT630. The Music Mood app lets you create the ideal ambience, with soothing sounds and videos such as a crackling fireplace and a beach at sunset designed to help you unwind. Complete with a full-scale music player that accesses your media library, the Music Mood app also features a seven-band equalizer that allows you to personalize your sound settings.

Alarm Rock gives you the ability to customize all of your alarm settings. Wake up to any song from your music library, create unlimited alarms, and set stylish design screens. You can even program the app to fade out your music after a set amount of time so you can go to sleep to your tunes without having them play all night.

Compatibility and Warranty Information
The InMotion iMT630 Ultra-Portable Speaker Series is compatible with iPhone (classic, 3G, 3GS, and 4), iPod touch (1G to 4G), iPod Classic, iPod Nano (1G to 6G), and iPod with video. The Alarm Rock app requires an iPhone or iPod touch running iOS 3.1. For full display functionality when connected to a TV/monitor with the Music Mood app, you must be using an iPhone 4 or 4th generation iPod touch.

The Altec Lansing InMotion iMT630 Ultra-Portable Speaker Series is backed by a one-year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
InMotion iMT630 Ultra-Portable Speaker (Classic or Sport), power adapter, wireless remote, and instructions.

Choose your favorite color!

Altec Lansing Speakers
	inMotion iMT630	inMotion Air	Octiv 650
	Good	Better	Best
Key Features	Enhanced bass drivers for big low-end sound Video out lets you stream video from your Apple device to a TV Altec Apps add extra functionality	Wirelessly streams music up to 333 feet Connect up to two inMotion Airs to expand listening space apt-X technology preserves audio fidelity over Bluetooth	Nested subwoofer for great bass response Multiple inputs and outputs to connect TV and other audio devices Music Mood app adds graphic equalizer and ambient visuals/sounds
Compatibility	iPhone / iPod	Bluetooth / iPad / iPhone / iPod	iPhone / iPod
Wireless Range	N/A	333 feet	N/A
Speaker Configuration	Two 2-inch, full-range drivers	Two 3-inch full-range long throw drivers	Two 3-inch full-range drivers, one 4-inch downward-firing subwoofer
Rechargeable Battery
Secondary Aux In Jack
Video Outputs	RCA composite and component	N/A	RCA composite and component
Apps	Music Mood, EQ, and Alarm Rock	N/A	Music Mood
Wireless Remote
Measurements (HxWxD)	5.125 by 12.5 by 1.5 inches	4.1 by 13.2 by 3.5 inches	6 by 13 by 2 inches

Product Description

A compact, portable and stylish iPhone/iPod speaker that compliments the way you listen to your music anywhere you want, rechargeable battery, remote control

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars It ain't a Bose and it doesn't need to be, February 17, 2012

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Mac Racer "Macracer" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Altec Lansing iMT630 Portable Dock for iPhone and iPod (Electronics)

I was in the market for another portable iPod/iPhone sound dock. Choices at first seem overwhelming but if true portability is what you are looking for it comes down to a few models.

My benchmark is my wife's Bose Sounddock Portable. It just delivers lots of sound and depth for any occasion. From background listening to house party capabilities - the Bose got you covered soundwise and with it's internal batteries it could be set up just anywhere.

But, it's rather pricey at $399 and it's cheaper cousin, the Sounddock II, comes without batteries. Since my wife moved to another country for work she took the Bose and with it some awesome music.

So, naturally I started eyeing other Bose models, namely the SoundLink that is "only" at $299, significant more compact, and thus more portable, and very nifty with it's Bluetooth wireless play capabilities. But, being used to its bigger brother I was disappointed by its shallow sound in comparison. I went to the Bose studio as well as to BB and I just couldn't be convinced by its sound. But what almost convinced me in getting it is its portability.

Then, my eye fell on the other offerings at BB. Clearly, this Altec Lansing speaker stood out of the crowd by its sheer design. It's very compact, light and rugged. While the dock part where the iphone connects looks a bit flimsy, it's not at all. It hides inside the front when transported (e.g. thrown into a bag). This design feature is certainly welcome and something that does remind me of the bigger Bose.

Directly compared to the SoundLink it lacks Bluetooth but is as portable as the Bose one. It won't take up much space on any surface or inside a bag or suitcase. The iphone 4s connects without any problems and the speaker picks up signals from all kinds of music and streaming applications.

Speaking of sound, after many hours of listening to all kinds of music and different settings at home as well as comparing it with other docks on display before my purchase I would rate it as pleasing. It won't drive a party but it's a great choice for background music scenarios. Especially vocals and accoustic instruments are very clear and subtle details are reproduced at all volume levels. I enjoy listening to it most at low to average sound levels. While it can be cranked up to quite high volume levels, it lacks some depth.
I find it very comparable to the sound of Bose's SoundLink. While the latter adds a bit more bass and loudness I don't find both to be worlds apart. My most favorite scenario is streaming radio with its mix of music and talk. The music is always clear as are the voices. With a good data plan (or wlan) this combination can replace any radio you might have at home with the additional benefit of running for hours on battery (how many kitchen radios are truly portable?)

Comparing it to the Logitech Boombox S715i on display, the Logitech dock has a full load of bass enough for a small party. At the same time voices are a bit more muffled and at higher levels distortion was more noticeable. In fact, I don't find distortion to be a problem at all with the Altec. Furthermore, the Logitech is a bit heavier and slightly bulkier since it carries more speakers. Another not acceptable fact for me with the Logitech are its NimH rechargable batteries. One can wait for them to fall short after some loading cycles. The Altec comes with lithium-ion batteries that should last a while.

Playing off batteries I can get sound for hours from the Altec. In fact, I haven't run out of power yet and had it playing 3-4 hours before I took it with me and connected it to the outlet so that it charged my iPhone. I could have got more mileage but when you want your phone to be charging there is no choice than connecting the speaker to the wall. But when my phone's battery is full I enjoy taking the imt 630 everywhere I go in the house. it's so easy to pick it up and carry it around. While it doesn't have a handle it really doesn't need any to safely set it up anywhere.

At a discount, I got it for $107 local retail. That's a lot less than the Soundlink but you get as great a portable speaker if you don't mind the lack of Bluetooth. I wouldn't pay much more for it and in fact, I believe it should be priced at the $99 price level for it to be a no-brainer. I found it to be the most portable speaker available while delivering a pleasing sound experience for my listening scenarios. Vocals and accoustic instruments are clear and dynamic. The design is rugged, nothing to break off the case (okay, with force one could break off the back lid).

It comes with a useful remote. While small it comes with enough functions to control music on iTunes. There is a software EQ and alarm clock app to download for free.

Another alternative might be the older imt 620. On paper it reads as even better sounding than the newer model given its bigger speakers but it might be less compact, too.

I would say, if you are looking for a replacement of a good stereo, this speaker isn't it. If you are looking to replace a kitchen radio with the extra comfort of iPod/iPhone and the great portability and rugged design of this dock, you will be happy. While it isn't a higher end Bose sound experience with their remarkable SoundDock series, it matches the SoundLink series for most cases. And, while I'd be afraid of hauling around expensive Bose gear, this speaker's price and rugged design isn't cause for any concern.

3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars the older iMT620 is better and cheaper, February 9, 2012

By 

John Tree (CA United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Altec Lansing iMT630 Portable Dock for iPhone and iPod (Electronics)

The Amazon product page for the older, cheaper iMT620 notes that the iMT630 is a "newer model for this item". It may be newer, and sleaker, and lighter, but it has fewer features. The 620 has an FM tuner, the 630 doesn't. The 620 has a built-in handle, the 630 doesn't. The 620 charges my 3rd-gen iTouch, the 630 doesn't. The 620 has 3" speakers, the 630 has 2" speakers. And the video-out jacks listed in the specs for the 630? ... nope, not there.

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