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Sonic Impact V-55 Portable Speaker System with LCD Screen and Remote for iPod (Black)

Sonic Impact V-55 Portable Speaker System with LCD Screen and Remote for iPod (Black)

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Brand: Sonic Impact Technologies
Category: CE

List Price: $299.99
Buy New: $67.49
You Save: $232.50 (78%)



New (15) Used (3) from $29.99

Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 58 reviews

Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Display Size: 7
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5.1
Dimensions (in): 5 x 7 x 10

MPN: 5090
Model: 5090
UPC: 490571015754
EAN: 0490571015754
ASIN: B000JSSY74

Release Date: October 18, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • Portable speaker/display system designed for all "dockable" iPods**
  • Crystal-clear, 7-inch widescreen LCD display with 480 x 234 resolution
  • Pair of aluminum cone neodymium drivers and Class D digital amp
  • Built-in iPod docking station; 3.5 mm auxiliary input for other devices
  • Measures 8.7 x 1.7 x 6.5 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty

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Editorial Reviews:

Amazon.com Product Description
Completely portable and rechargeable, the Video 55 speaker/display system from Sonic Impact gives you the power to decide where, when, and how you watch and listen to your iPod. The Video 55 is distinguished by a carefully engineered hard case that holds a crystal-clear, 7-inch widescreen LCD display on the inside with a 480 x 234 resolution, letting you watch extended-length videos with friends or just enjoy TV shows on a larger, laptop-like screen. The hard case also doubles as a speaker cabinet for the pair of 1.25-inch aluminum cone neodymium drivers, which team with the Class D digital amp and advanced Maxxbass technology to deliver an enhanced bass response, minimal distortion, and an overall frequency range of 100 Hz to 20 kHz. The resulting audio sounds terrific whether you're listening to the latest OutKast album or watching a big-budget music video.

Users will also dig the Video 55's contemporary yet timeless design, which offers a perfect fit for just about any home or office decor. The Video 55 is also uncommonly rugged, making it an ideal companion for such outdoor activities as camping trips or backyard barbecues. And thanks to the efficient three-phase rechargeable battery, the Video 55 delivers a remarkable four hours of battery life. Other details include a convenient battery charge display light, which lets you easily keep track of the remaining power; a built-in docking station that works with any iPod with a 30-pin dock connector; an auxiliary input for older iPods, MP3 players, and other audio devices with 3.5 mm headphone jacks; such charging options as an AC adapter and a car charger; dual headphone jacks for long plane trips; and an infrared remote control.

The all-black Video 55 measures 8.7 by 1.7 by 6.5 inches (W x H x D), weighs 2.4 pounds, and is backed by a one-year warranty.

** Due to a recent change in Apple iTunes software, the 3rd-generation iPod nano and the 6th-generation iPod classic no longer will broadcast a video signal to the Video 55 when docked in the docking connector. With Apple's software change, the only way to view video on any existing video player, including the Video 55, is to purchase Apple's iPod Composite Video Cable, available at Apple retail stores and Apple online.

What's in the Box
Video 55 system, AC adapter, car charger, video cable, carrying bag, remote control, iPod insert adapters, cleaning cloth, quick setup guide, user's manual.

Product Description
Designed to deliver the best sound in its category, the VIDEO-55 is built to hi-fidelity standards. It uses four aluminum cone neodymium drivers for clarity; a Class D digital amp and advanced Maxxbass technology that provide enhanced bass response while minimizing distortion.The carefully engineered hard case not only protects the screen but also your iPod. In addition, it serves as a speaker cabinet that effectively enhances audio output.The contemporary yet timeless design is a perfect fit for just about any home or office d?cor. And the rugged engineering makes the VIDEO-55 a perfect companion for any outdoor activity.Powered by a premium three-phase lithium-ion rechargeable battery, the VIDEO-55 offers a remarkable 3+ hours of battery life. It includes convenient battery charge display lights, so you can easily keep track of how much power remains.


Customer Reviews:   Read 53 more reviews...

3 out of 5 stars Good product overall, but...   January 5, 2009
Sandra L. Chapman (Northern CA)
I would love to know if anyone can tell me how to "reset" this thing.
I opened it up and removed the battery, unplugging it completely. I had hoped doing this would restore the menu. I've owned it for some time and happy with the usual things. The product is good for its price and compact, I like it for traveling and sharing my music and videos with others. Some have said they cannot get the video output. Hopefully, they have applied their settings on the iPod for video out. I am hoping someone can give me a tip, since sending it in for repair seemed costly, and I only paid around 70 bucks for it and fixing it was around 50 bucks. I sure would appreciate any hints to reset it and get the menu back and then the video. I currently get a light blue screen only and no menu any more. :-(



4 out of 5 stars Nice little video player   December 24, 2008
Annie Courtney (Aberdeen, SD)
I purchased this for a 160GB ipod classic. Like other reviewers have stated, Apple changed the ipod software making it not work with the built-in 30-pin docking station. It will play music, which doesn't sound half bad. You can, however, still play video with the purchase of apple's composite AV cable, for 50$. You just have to work a little harder to get the video to play. The unit itself is nice and sturdy. One drawback is the only way to fully power down the player is with the included remote control. If you lost it, you could only put it on standby, which will still drain the battery. It also comes with a drawstring pouch and car charger. I'm taking it on a 13 hour car ride in two days so we'll see how it performs.


2 out of 5 stars Not as good as expected   December 21, 2008
Julie M. Schertell (Rutland, MA)
These speakers are not as good as I expected out of Sonic Impact. I have the Sonic Impact i-F2 speakers at home and they perform MUCH better than these do.The sound is inferior and tinny.


5 out of 5 stars The best companion for the best ipod generation 5.5G and PS2   November 29, 2008
H. Postigo (Florida)
When I bought this gem, I was looking for an ipod player dock that had a TV-in and a TV-out because I wanted to have a companion to my slim PS2. Most people review this by its iPod greatness, but its true worth is pairing it with the slim ps2. I go with the US Army to training for a month and everyone loves the Video 55. I carry my PS2 and the V55 in my backpack and rip it in the barracks. It's very portable and my 80GB ipod is the best. I truly believe that the 5.5G ipod is still the best one to come because at the end it's just music that they got. It's not like that Ipod classic or Ipod touch can even dream to compare to the sound quality of the Sony Walkmans. Had Apple changed the chip for sound in the Ipod classic then it would be worth the upgrade, but they missed by changing the video chip in the classic, thus making many ipod docks obsolete. Get a 5.5G ipod and this gem and all your movies will be the envy of everyone. :)


4 out of 5 stars Awsome Sound Quality   November 12, 2008
Andy Foote (TN)
While the screen is super nice too, what I was amazed by is the sound quality of the small speakers! You can turn it all the way up with no distortion, close the top and use it as an ipod boom box. Really nice.

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