Scosche IPNRFC Wireless Car RF Remote for iPod

by Scosche

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2 x 3 x 3 inches ; 5.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000IMC16G
• Item model number: IPNRFC
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (41 customer reviews)

Product Description

iPod RF Remote for Car

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect accessory..., February 15, 2008

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D. Vincent - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Scosche IPNRFC Wireless Car RF Remote for iPod (Electronics)

This is the perfect iPod Touch accessory. It works great - controls volume, track forward/backward, shuffle, and playlist functions (I have not tried the playlist function). If you press and hold the track buttons, it fast forwards or reverses through the current track. Press and release changes tracks. You can remove the remote from the steering wheel holder and use it on your desk, a very nice feature. The iPod does not have to be unlocked for use. The iPod backlight comes on when a remote button is pressed, but goes out in about 8 seconds. It is truly a keep-eyes-on-the-road operation.

Contrary to another review, the unit functions with a charge cord connected and charging.

The receiver adapter gets its power from the iPod. The remote button unit is powered by two CR2025 coin cells. I opened it by sliding my fingernail between the two halves and and then going around the circumference, splitting it apart. It's quite tight, and can break your fingernail. There is no mention of batteries, neither in the manual nor on the Scosche website.

Pros:
Well thought out.
Intuitive operation.
Can be used anywhere.
Quality construction.


Cons:
Somewhat difficult to get remote holder really tight on the steering wheel.

After a prolonged idle (not playing), the iPod must be activated with its HOME button to 'wake up' remote operation. This is not the sleep delay mentioned in the manual, which requires you to hold the play/pause button.

No instructions on battery replacement.

Since I've only used these at most 3 feet apart, I cannot verify the 150 foot range spec.

Conclusion:
Highly recommended.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Scosche IPOD RF Remote, April 10, 2007

By 

Lester A. Gill "Alan Gill" (Marcus Hook, PA.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Scosche IPNRFC Wireless Car RF Remote for iPod (Electronics)

I am extremely pleased with this product. I was so pleased that I purchased a second one for use on the Ipod Nano that I use in the house. I use the original purchase for the 8GB IPOD Nano in my car. The mount for the steering wheel for the remote works great, and the remote operates exactly as advertised. I would reccoment this remote to anyone that needs wireless access to their IPOD. It's a tad more expensive than some of the others available, but it's worth the extra cost !!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Accessory, August 10, 2008

By 

Bill P. (New England, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Scosche IPNRFC Wireless Car RF Remote for iPod (Electronics)

This is an excellent addition to my iPod Touch. I use it primarily in my car where my pod is connected to the aux input of the car's stereo. Power connects to the pod via this unit so keeping the pod charged in a non-issue. I use the remote (fob) to change/replay songs and adjust volume and it works great because I don't need to touch the pod at all. I've been recommending this gadget to my friends. It also works great outside the car and I've used it to listen music, again, without actually touching anything other than the fob.

For those who are somewhat put-off by the appearance that this thing straps on to your steering wheel, you should know that it doesn't have to. you can use the remote independently. The remote (fob) is approximately 1 inch tall, 3/4 inch wide and 3/8 inch thick. It works great.