| Cambridge Soundworks PlayDock Zen Portable Docking Speaker System for Zen Vision:M |  | Brand: Creative Labs
Category: CE
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Rating:  31 reviews
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Media: Electronics
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Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 8
Dimensions (in): 16.8 x 11.2 x 8.3
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: 51MF8047AA001
Model: 51MF8047AA001
UPC: 054651137110
EAN: 0054651137110
ASIN: B000LUAH3O
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| Features:
| • | Connect the PlayDock ZEN to your TV to view photos and watch videos stored on your ZEN Vision:M | | • | Built-in high excursion powered subwoofer for extreme power when you need it | | • | Lightweight and easy to carry wherever you want your music | | • | Dock and charge your ZEN Vision:M or ZEN V series player for crystal clear music or ZENcasts | | • | Operates with the included universal power adapter or eight C size batteries |
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Amazon.com Product Description
Designed as a docking speaker for the Creative ZEN Vision:M and Creative ZEN V / ZEN V Plus players, we think PlayDock ZEN offers the best in compact, innovative design and high quality audio performance and is ideal for travel or any outdoor activities. Family and friends can enjoy music and videos together during vacations or in the comfort of their home. 
Unleash the power of your music with the built-in powered subwoofer with separate bass control. | Using Cambridge SoundWorks high-performance drivers, PlayDock ZEN creates a balanced listening experience with accurate and natural reproduction of music. Its Wide Stereo Effect feature produces a large soundstage with superior stereo imaging. In addition, the PlayDock ZEN features a built-in powered subwoofer with bass control for superior bass response. You can charge your MP3 player while listening to music or ZENcasts. And, you can even place PlayDock ZEN near a TV or computer monitor without causing interference. Go Anywhere, Play Anything 
Show off photos and videos stored on your ZEN Vision:M. Connect to any TV using the included video cable.. | The PlayDock ZEN's digital amplifier provides efficient power consumption and longer battery life. Because PlayDock ZEN is a dual-powered speaker system, it offers you the option of using either eight C-size batteries for continuous music playback on the go, or the included universal power adapter, when indoors. This durable speaker system even has a built-in handle for convenient transportation as well as a built-in telescopic antenna for clear FM reception when paired with the Creative ZEN Vision:M or Creative ZEN V Plus players. 
Unplug and unwind anywhere. Listen using eight C size batteries. | With the included wireless IR Remote, you can control the PlayDock ZEN and MP3 player remotely. You can also share photos and videos stored on your Creative ZEN Vision:M with your friends and family using the audio/video out connection. - Dock and charge your ZEN Vision:M or ZEN V series player for crystal clear music or ZENcasts.
- Clean, powerful bass: Built-in high excursion powered subwoofer for extreme power when you need it.
- Dual power: Operates with the included universal power adapter or eight C size batteries.
- Digital amplifier: Maximize the battery power while enjoying full, rich sound.
- Magnetically shielded: Place it near your TV or computer monitor without interference.
- Bass control: Adjust low frequency output with the convenient bass control knob.
- Headphone connector: Listen privately to your music .
- Video output: Connect the PlayDock ZEN to your TV to view photos and watch videos stored on your ZEN Vision:M.
- Line-in: Connect to any MP3 player, CD player or other audio device.
- Built-in handle: Lightweight and easy to carry wherever you want your music.
- Wireless remote: Control your PlayDock ZEN speaker system and ZEN Vision:M or ZEN V Series from across the room.
- Cambridge SoundWorks offers a 1-year limited hardware warranty.
What's in the Box
PlayDock ZEN speaker system, adapter for ZEN V series players, wireless remote control, video out cable, power adapter, stereo-to-stereo cable, FM antenna cable (for use with ZEN Vision:M 30 GB), Quick Start guide, warranty and technical support leaflet
Product Description
The Cambridge Soundworks PlayDock ZEN is a high performance, high fidelity speaker system for your ZEN Vision:M, ZEN V or ZEN V Plus. It docks, charges and plays your ZEN and provides the pristine audio quality that's made Cambridge Soundworks famous. High end features like a wireless remote, video pass-through and adjustable bass output will make it your favorite way to listen to your ZEN, and it can run off of battery power when you want to take it patio or poolside.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 26 more reviews...
 Cambridge PlayDock for Zen Vision:M January 4, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I'm not an audio buff, so I couldn't tell you how this unit rates compared to a Bose system or whatever; however, to my untrained ears, the sound quality is very good - crisp, clear and much like the high-priced "big sound/small system" packages. Took me 10 minutes top to unpack, set up and understand -- easy controls. I read a review that stated the FM tuner did not work for the 30GB unit - not true for me; an antenna that plugs in to the top of my player came with the package and works as well as any other system in my house although there are a few stations a little further away that I can never seem to pick up from any other place than my car stereos. The overall appearance of the system is fairly low key - not built to be a centerpiece but to cleverly blend in with the surroundings. Very happy with purchase.
 Good sound, good deal December 29, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I got this for my wife and at the same time I got my brother a Bose Sounddock portable for his iPod. Although you can't use the Bose for the Zen or the Playdock for the iPod, I thought comparing the sound would be helpful since you can listen to a Sounddock in any electronics store. I am very happy with the sound of the Playdock. It is just as easy to use as the Bose and sounds as good if not better. The remote works very well, allowing you to switch between MP3, radio, wide/stereo mode, and videos. You can also select the menu with the remote and scroll through menu choices. It comes with a video connector cable, multiple adapter cradles, a cable to connect a non-Zen MP3 player, and a cable that acts as an FM antenna if you have the Zen M 30 GB (the built-in antenna works with the 60GB Vision M). You can feed it 8 C-cell batteries if you want to go mobile (the one plus the Bose has over this is the Bose has a built-in lithium-ion battery). I am so pleased with the Playdock that I plan to order another as soon as Amazon gets them in stock so I can have one for my Zen (my wife plans to take hers to work, dang!).
quality product December 22, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Gave our 14-year-old daughter this docking station for early Christmas present and it is nice. Setup and operation must be simple because she's never asked a single question. Sound quality is great - better than any boom box we purchased for her in the past. A little pricey for a docking station and fm radio compared to all the ipod products out there but I have no knowledge of their quality. This station does have a remote which is obviously handy for laying around in bed while playing your Zen that sits on your dresser. She controls all sound functions plus can search her play list with it. $170 was more than I thought I'd have to pay but there are few choices for the Zen mp3 players. I am happy with the sound and quality of the product though.
 Bad Business all together December 19, 2007
0 out of 8 found this review helpful
I looked here at Amazon from a link provided by my wife to buy this particular product. It was "Out of Stock", so I found the Cambridge Soundworks website and found that they still had some "In Stock". I placed my order and after 7 days of them processing my order I called them. Apparently the item I ordered was "Out of Stock" and I must have been able to order it before they could update their site. The Customer Service Rep also told me that it usually takes them about 24hrs to update the site. So I asked why was I not contacted at all about this after 7 days?
So I cancelled my order there and had to come home with hat in hand about how one of the big presents for my wife's Christmas was not going to make it for the big morning. She then found it on Amazon again "In Stock", again from Cambridge, so we ordered it...again. Amazon sent us an email the next morning that the item was in fact "Out of Stock".
At this point I can only believe that both companies are in the business of bait and switch on the holidays and I think it stinks. I build websites that have ecommerce...I know that there are ways to control your stock up-to-date even when other people are selling your merchandise. I am only left with the conclusion that they are taking these orders just to secure orders, knowing very well that they will not be shipped anywhere near Christmas. This kind of practice would be okay if it was stated anywhere during the ordering that it was guaranteed that it would not be shipped until date X, but even on Amazon there are ads all over to take advantage of quicker shipping to make sure you get it on Christmas.
Buyer beware. If they can't guarantee it, then don't do business online with them.
Amazon...you shoud review your list of "businesses" that you do business wtih as well.
Is the product good? I don't even think it matters at this point. I'm just upset that I now see this product again for sale on your site when you know damn well it's Out of Stock.
Excellent sounding Speaker System! November 13, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Excellent sounding Speaker System! The remote works from a long distance. I am completely satisfied with this product. It is worth every penny!
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