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[Bret] Hi I’m Bret from Huppin’s, let’s talk about iPod docks. I frequently get asked
“What’s the difference between all these iPod docks?” as they do come in different
sizes, shapes and configurations for different applications. Some are small, like this unit
right here, perfect for low level listening in a desktop environment, others are a little
bit larger like this unit here, which is available in either AC powered only, or battery powered
portable configurations. This unit here adds an AM/FM clock radio, perfect for the night
stand. These are all self contained, just add the iPod, plug it in and away you go.
These docks are designed as add on components for your home audio component system, some
are proprietary and will only plug into the same manufacturer’s equipment, others are
universal and can plug into anything with the same input configurations. The most affordable
iPod docks simply reroute the analog signal from the headphone jack to the 25-pin connector
on the bottom of the iPod, while others pull a pure digital signal from your iPod, routing
that to the 25-pin connector so you can then send that to the digital analog converter
built into your surround sound receiver or the outboard digital analog converter you
may have for the best sound possible. For those of you looking for a little bit more
integrated approach to building an iPod based music system in your home, there are integrated
amplifiers such as this with an iPod dock built in available, hook up your favorite
speakers and away you go. Or another solution is a self-powered pair of speakers like these
with an iPod dock built in. Many iPod docks will also allow you to stream your favorite
photos or even video from your iPod to your television set, always remember though to
use the appropriate docking adapter in your iPod docks as to not damage the connections.
This is Bret form Huppin’s if you’d like to learn more about iPod docks or if you’d
like a live demo come downtown to our store at 421 W Main St or to the north side at 8016
N Division. You can follow us on Facebook and Twitter or subscribe to our YouTube channel
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