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- FM radio with 5 programmable preset stations
- Charges iPod / iPhone
- 12 / 24 hour clock with alarm - wake up to radio, your iPod / iPhone or buzzer
- Dimmable LCD display
- 2 programmable alarms, snooze control and sleep countdown timer
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Product Description
Manufacturer's Description
Alarm Clock Radio for iPod and iPhone
An alarm clock docking station for iPod and iPhone, the compact AlarmDock Reveal is packed full of features. Easy to use and offering surprisingly good sound, it also has a small footprint, making it ideal for bedside tables. It will charge up your device while docked, includes an FM radio with programmable presets, 2 alarms and a dimmable LCD display.
AlarmDock Reveal
Why not combine all the familiar and useful features of a radio alarm clock with an iPod / iPhone dock? Fully “Made for iPod and iPhone” certified, the AlarmDock Reveal will charge up your device while docked and comes complete with dock adaptors to ensure a snug fit. That way you can be sure your device has a full battery and is ready to go the moment you are. What's more, the alarm can be set to wake you up to playlists on your iPod / iPhone or FM radio rather than a generic buzzer.
Most alarm clock docks have not been designed with so much attention to detail as the AlarmDock Reveal. The LCD screen is ‘revealed’ above the speaker adding an interesting feature to the product, and the dimmable display ensures that the clock is visible without keeping you awake. The AlarmDock Reveal includes an FM radio with 5 programmable preset stations and 2 alarms that can each be easily set for you to wake up to the radio, your iPod / iPhone or a simple buzzer. The clock can be set to either 12-hour or 24-hour displays, and includes a Sleep countdown timer to allow you to fall asleep to your music. There is also a Snooze control feature, including a large snooze button - an easy target for those dark mornings.
What Our Designer Says
"During the design phase of ‘Reveal’ there were two key requirements that we wanted to see. Firstly a compact size that would allow the alarm clock to sit comfortably on any bedside table. Secondly a display that wouldn’t light up the whole room.
"I’m delighted that these and many other subtle design details (like the big hidden snooze button) have been incorporated into the design without compromising important things like audio quality.
"If you’re looking for a mid-priced alarm clock dock – look no further. AlarmDock Reveal won’t disappoint."
-Tom Old, Marketing Director
Compatibility
The AlarmDock Reveal is compatible with iPod touch (1st - 3rd gen), iPod nano (1st - 5th gen), iPod classic, iPod with video, iPod with colour display, iPod mini, and iPhone (4, 3GS, 3G, 1st gen).
Product Description
Make your mornings easier with the AlarmDock Reveal iPod/iPhone clock radio from Gear4. Just choose your favourite radio station from the 5 presets and set the alarm to wake up to the latest hits. Alternatively, you can set the AlarmDock Reveal to wake you up to music stored on your iPod or iPhone.
The multifunction AlarmDock Reveal can play music stored on digital music players and can even charge up iPods and iPhones.
Plus, with an easy-to-read LCD screen, the AlarmDock Reveal has everything you need to get up on the right side of bed in the morning!
Content:
Type : Alarm clock radio with iPod docking station
Tuner:
Frequency : FM
Direct access button : 5
Clock:
Buzz alarm : Yes
Radio alarm : Yes
CD alarm : No
Functionalities:
CD player : No
Extra functions : iPod/iPhone alarm
MP3 player connection
Product information:
Dimensions : 93 x 127 x 130 mm
Weight : 654g
Accessories included : User manual
4 iPod/iPhone dock adapters
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Customer Reviews
The clock display can be configured in 12h or 24h format and is dimmable with three settings, none of which are overly bright (it isn't however possible to completely turn off the clock display). That, combined with the small display is ideal for me, as it sits on my bedside table and a brighter/larger display would keep me awake at night. It might not be the best option if you need to see the time from the other side of a room.
Although not listed as being compatible, it is compatible with the iPhone 4. When trawling the selection at the local Currys I tried a lot of docks and some other makes and models threw up an error message on the phone, this one didn't. Another reason for some hands-on testing prior to purchase was to see if the phone can be docked while in a case - the answer is yes, it can. I use a Piel Frama leather case and without using a dock insert the iphone & case fit perfectly and charging/playback both function as intended.
You can configure two different timed alarms and opt for either an alarm buzzer, radio playback or ipod playback. The buzzer is a bit harsh, but the volume of the chosen audio source can be adjusted individually for each alarm. The whole of the upper front of the unit acts as a sleep button which is easy to locate when bleary eyed, although to disable the alarm completely requires a press of the smaller Power button.
Setting the alarms and tuning the radio are not exactly intuitive, but easy enough after a quick check of the manual. Sadly the radio is a standard AM/FM unit, not DAB, so has a limited lifespan (why are all the DAB units so massive? Would be great if Gear4 came out with a DAB set in the same size as this unit.) You can configure 5 preset stations, however there is only 1 button to cycle through the presets, so you can't easily jump from 5 to 4 without going 5,1,2,3,4.
It has a backup battery (coin type CR2025) which maintains the time, alarm settings and radio presets if you disconnect the power. Not had a chance to test if that will still trigger the alarm without mains power, although I'd assume not as the display isn't powered.
It's an attractive rounded cube and although I'm not a big fan of the current obsession with gloss black units, it looks good (would look much nicer in a matte finish). I'd advise investing in some anti-static foam cleaner as past experience with a gloss black Wii has shown that they're dust-magnets!
Overall a really nice bit of equipment that fits my needs perfectly. Very happy with it.
However don't be fooled by the duel alarm claim. This does not been you can have two seperate alarms ie. one for me, one for my wife. It just means you can program in two separate alarm times, then have to choose which one you want to use.
My wife purchased a small unit for her iPod Classic some years back; Although I remember it costing £60 at the time (which was one of the more 'reasonably priced' units available back then), I also felt that the sound quality was at best average, despite several good reviews on Amazon.
I'm pleased to say that the sound from this unit is well beyond what I expected for such a small device.
Anyway, first things first. The unit arrived well packaged along with plug adaptors for both the UK and EU. In addition, there are no less than four plastic iPod conncector adaptors - one each for Classic, Touch, Nano and iPhone. Finally, there is a power lead. You insert the plastic adaptor for your type of iPod, plug the power cable into the wall and you're off.
It's worth pointing out that the packaging describes the unit as being compatible with various types of iPod, but interestingly iPod Touch up to Generation #2 - I'm unsure as to whether this means the packaging is out of date or that the unit genuinely doesn't work with iPod Touch generations #3 & #4. Unfortunately, I can't confirm this as my own iPod Touch is gen #1.
Anyway, after a quick glimpse through the manual, I'd learned how to set the clock, program the 5 FM radio stations and felt completely comfortable with the controls.
The sound is excellent for the price level. The unit feels solid and well constructed. It would also be a perfect choice if you have limited room at your bedside.
A minor niggle for me is the rather small time display, meaning that you have to be quite close to the unit to read it - unless your eyesight is particularly good. However, the alarm really is a bonus - if you're looking for a compact, good sounding unit for your iPod then look no further. It's probably worth checking on Gear4's website though regarding compatibility, particularly if you've only recently purchased your iPod and it's a 3rd or 4th generation model - or indeed one of the new iPhones.
It has a big sound for its size.
I chose to have the alarm function independently, if one day you forget to put the Iphone do not run out... Read more
Small, what I wanted for my small bedside table.
Sound is really nice and crisp. Read more
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