First International Digital (FID) today introduced an improved wireless music adapter that links portable music devices to any FM car or home stereo. The accessory enables any MP3, CD, or DVD player, Satellite Radio, PDA, laptop or PC to broadcast to a nearby car or home stereo system without wires, with full stereo sound and no hassles.
"One of the most requested accessories for the 400FM's predecessor, the 300W, was an alternate source of power for the unit," said Randy Cavaiani, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Sales for FID. "The 400FM Beamit offers dual power. Choose two AAA batteries or plug it to your car's power source using the included 12 VDC Auto Adapter."
The irock! Beamit is an FM modulator that wirelessly transmits its signal on one of four FM frequencies. By simply plugging the Beamit into the headphone jack of a portable music device, selecting a frequency on the adapter and tuning the stereo to 88.1, 88.3, 88.5 or 88.7 FM, users get instant playback of their favorite tunes on any stereo system. The Beamit's operating range (limited by FCC regulations) is 10-30 feet depending upon environmental conditions and the quality of the FM receiver.
The light (2.5 oz.), small (2"x 3"x 1"), portable irock! Beamit has a simple on-off switch and a red LED that lights up when the unit is on. In addition, it has a 7" flexible antenna that terminates in a mini-jack that is plugged into the headphone jack of any portable audio player. The antenna stores into the irock! Beamit so the plug is protected when not in use.