iPod Stereo Connections
Last modified Mon, Nov 26, 2007

iCast -  Soundcast forms a wireless bridge between an audio source like your iPod and a sound system like your stereo. No wires to run, no programming required – it’s the perfect solution to that installation issue that has you stumped. Soundcast transmitters can send a full range, high quality wireless audio signal to any point in your home within 100 meters (350+ feet) of the transmitter.
The Soundcast engineering team has refined our wireless technology to the point where the microwave oven or the cordless phone will not affect the quality of your musical listening experience anywhere in your home. No buzzes, no dropouts, no distortion – just pure clean sound!
Soundcast G2 is a complete point-to-point and point-to-multipoint wireless audio solution. The system digitizes a two channel stereo input signal, sends it across a robust radio frequency link, and then converts it back to a stereo analog signal for use at a remote location.  One transmitter and one receiver $299.00

iPort Free Standing iPort music systems (FS-1, FS-5) introduces five new systems that let iPod owners stream audio and photos to their home entertainment system and sync with iTunes, switching between the functions at the touch of a button. Connecting the iPod to existing entertainment systems, gives users a better experience than the self contained docking systems with built in speakers. Models have push button selectable syncing so there is no need to touch your iPod once you drop it into the dock and it charges your iPod too. Switch between streaming and syncing with the touch of a button making it faster and easier to share content. Integrated IR remote capability lets users sit back and control their iPod from across the room. Variable audio output allows the iPod to connect directly to an amplifier or powered speakers, with volume controlled from the iPort itself.
Further upgrades make it easy to integrate the iPort into more sophisticated multi-room audio systems. These include: Balanced audio, which allows the iPort to be located as far as 500 feet away from the main stereo system; balanced video, which allows streaming of iPod photos to TVs or monitors up to 250 feet away; and two-way RS-232 communication, which allows users to see the iPod metadata (song title, album, artist, playlist, etc.) on touchscreen control panels that may be located in other rooms in the house.
he basic systems, FS-1 and FS-2, come packed with a simple mini-breakout box that provides audio outputs for standard RCA cable connection to a stereo and video outputs for both composite video and S-Video cables for connection to any TV. The FS-2 adds integrated IR remote capability and variable audio output. The iPort remote control, will control all in wall and free standing iPort music systems equipped with an IR sensor and is due to ship at the same time as the FS music systems.
The step up systems, FS-3, FS-4 and FS-5, include all the features of the FS-2, plus they are packed with an advanced breakout box designed for integrating the iPort into whole home distributed audio and video systems.Starting at $150 up to $1100

iPort Docking Station (in wall) - iPort
iPort the first in-wall music system for iPod. Free yourself from wires and share music through your stereo. With iPort you can connect your iPod to any stereo or entertainment center and control it from afar with integrated IR and two-way control. Keep your iPod charged and ready to hit the road. As easy and stylish as iPod. Professional installation is suggested. $200.00

HomeDock - DLO now you can attach your iPod to your Home Stereo and TV. Comes complete with all the cables, standard AC plug and includes a 14-function remote control to play your tunes from across the room. Connect your iPod without removing it from your favorite iPod case too. When you hook up and play your iPod through your professional, high-fidelity home stereo sound system, we bet you’ll be blown away by just how good your iPod really sounds. The HomeDock also connects to your TV via Composite or S-Video so you can easily show all your pictures stored on your iPod. Dock your iPod, select a photo slideshow and begin reliving the memories all over again. Use a standard TV, your iPod screen or one of the new digital flat screen TVs via S-Video and the fun is even bigger. Of course your chosen musical soundtrack still plays through your Home Stereo speakers for the proper accompaniment to the big picture show. The HomeDock also includes standard USB that connects to your computer and lets your sync and charge your iPod right from the HomeDock. USB powers your HomeDock so you don’t even need to plug it in when attached to your computer. Play your iPods music through a pair of powered speakers or passed back through the input of your PC. What you have now is a convenient, great sounding iPod office stereo system – with a remote control. $99.00

Macsense

HomePod Wireless Network Music System - The HomePod is a digital stereo component that allows you to take advantage of your existing wireless network to stream MP3 files stored on your computer or iPod to speakers located anywhere in the house. Ultra compact and portable with a large 2.5" bright back-lit LCD; comes with built-in stereo speakers, headphone jack, and RCA stereo and optical outputs. Wall mountable or free standing. Ethernet or 802.11b Wi-Fi wireless networking. Works with iTunes. $168.99

DS-A1 Remote Interactive dock - is compatible with all models of iPods including the new iPod with video and the iPod nano. The DS-A1 Remote Interactive Dock acts as an audio and video interface between the iPod and Onkyo receivers and will charge your iPod battery. It enables users to operate key iPod control functions using the receiver's remote control. Onkyo says it has developed a new adapter insert to accommodate the smaller dimension of the iPod Nano. This adapter will ship with all new DS-A1 units, and individual adapters will be made available to all current owners of the DS-A1 at a nominal cost to cover shipping and handling charges. When used with any iPod model in audio mode, the Onkyo DS-A1 dock allows the receiver's remote control to be used for basic functions such as Play, Stop, Pause, Next Song, and Previous Song. Onkyo devices and remotes with enhanced DS-A1 compatibility can also control advanced functions such shuffle, repeat, playlist up/down, album up/down, auto power on, standby and backlight. When used with the video iPods, the DS-A1 S-video output can be used to show video material on home displays. RI remote controlled components from Onkyo include nearly every audio and home theater receiver, processor, package systems, and all-in-one component systems the company has introduced in the past 10 years. The Onkyo DS-A1 Remote Interactive dock for iPod features a white finish to match most iPod models, and includes all the connection and cabling necessary for operation. $100

Roku

SoundBridge M500/M1000/M2000 Wireless Network Music Player -Play your digital music files and internet radio anywhere in your home over a Wi-Fi or Ethernet network. This stylish network music player is well suited for the iPod user, with iTunes music software compatibility built right in. Just connect SoundBridge to a set of powered speakers or your stereo system, and stream your tunes around the house. Includes wired Ethernet and Wi-Fi 802.11b interfaces.The M500 sports a 40-by-2 character LCD; the M1000 features a 280x16 pixel display; and the M2000 has a VFD that displays up to 4 lines of text. $149.99/$199.99/$399.99

Slim Devices, Inc.

Squeezebox - Streams your music from your computer to your stereo over your wireless or ethernet network. Get instant access to any song in your digital music collection, anywhere in your home. Takes advantage of the power and capacity of your existing computer so there is no limit to the size of your music library. Quickly search through your whole music collection via remote control or web browser. Digital and analog RCA outputs connect Squeezebox to your home theater, stereo receiver, or amplified speakers. Multiple players can play independently or in sync for whole-house audio. $199.00 The DS-A1 RI dock and charger is also compatible with all third and fourth generation iPods, iPod photos, and iPod minis. RI remote controlled components from Onkyo include nearly every audio and home theater receiver, processor, package systems, and all-in-one component systems the company has introduced in the past 10 years.

Kensington Technology Group

StereoDock - Play your iPod through your home stereo, charge your iPod while in use. An infrared remote operates from up to 30 feet away. The remote features five buttons to control Play/Pause, Skip Forward/Back, Volume Up/Down. The Stereo Dock comes with IR remote control (2 AAA batteries), 7ft. gold-plated RCA output cable, AC adapter. 5-year limited warranty and free technical support. Works with all iPods. $89.99

TuneStage - Stream your digital music wirelessly from your iPod to your stereo using Bluetooth technology. With a transmitter connected to your iPod and a receiver hooked up via RCA or 3.5mm to your system, TuneStage offers reliable, high-quality sound without the clutter of cables. Fits all size iPod devices with a dock connector. Can transmit from up to 33 feet away through walls, ceilings, or windows. TuneStage lets you roam and play your tunes, from virtually anywhere in your home. Needs no batteries or extra cables, drawing power directly from your iPod. $179.95

MZC Multi Zone controller -Access your iPod from any room in your home. The MZC/iPod Interface kit is designed to control all iPod models with Dock Connector. The naviPod kit includes a 5-button infrared remote control and a receiver unit that plugs directly into the top of the iPod. Also included is a SpeakerCraft IR emitter and four iPod replacement buttons. This kit, combined with our MZC-66 Multi-Zone Controller, provides several additional codes to add more functions than are available with the naviPod alone.

BlackBird Digital Music Player - The perfect place to store your entire library of iTunes, ripped CDs, archived music, and other favorites.  Holds up to 80,000 songs on your home entertainment center. Compatible with iTunes. Enjoy your music on your home audio system. Organize your music by song, artist, and genre, play any song from your entire music collection through your Home Theater or audio system. $499.00

Hebe Styling

iFi - This is a simple 'plug and play' solution for anyone wanting to integrate their iPod into their home stereo. One box contains everything you need, including a white stand with blue neon trim, gold-plated phono cables for enhanced sound quality, and easy-to-change inserts that allow compatibility with a range of iPod players. Comes with AC charger and iPod charges while you play. $91.00

PAS3

PsiberAudio - A top of the line pre-amp for your iPod. It allows you to integrate your iPod directly into your home audio system. The PAS3 has an integral cradle and an audiophile grade power supply. The improved power supply results in improved signal-to-noise ratio, as well as enhanced resolution. The PAS3 also features a gain stage and a double buffered sub-woofer output. Both the gain stage and the sub-woofer output use high quality audiophile grade Burr Brown Op-Amps. $275.00

SE-15 iTube Amplifiers PsiberAudio 15 watt single ended audiophile grade vacuum tube MonoBlock amplifier designed to complement and enhance the iPod music listening experience. Used with AppleÕs lossless encoding formats, PsiberAudioÕs iTubes, and PAS preamplifiers produce amazingly musical results. Works with all iPods. www.psiberaudio.com $900.00

Multi Room Home Stereo - It's easy to enjoy all the music loaded into your iPod from anywhere in a multiroom system. Break free from the confines of portable music players and surround yourself with music in your home without the isolation of headphones. Russound multiroom audio-video systems are iPod-friendly and have been since inception.