They're here!!! Inno's are shipping!!!

[rustytrombone1]

Received notification this afternoon that the Inno I pre-ordered was shipped today.

It's about time!!

[UCFGavin]

i will be ordering mine the second that the price hits its first drop

[BabyHat3R]

I hope they starts shipping theirs soon. That's where I pre-orderd from.

[wackbagette]

Crud...I just checked my confirmation and it cannot find the order. And no charge to the credit card yet...looks like I'll be making a call tomorrow. I was so hoping it would get here for hubby's birthday...

crud

[Dream Weaver]

is it too late to get in on the pre-order.. or can i order one now?.. where do i go? Myradiostore.com?

[MrBogey]

I was going to get one but I decided to put a computer in my car.

[Minister Moron]

For all of you interested in the Pioneer Inno or the Samsung Helix check out ebay before you go and pay the $399.99 that all of the major electronic stores are charging.

[Death Metal Moe]

Wow.

[TaDa1096]

just going to give it a little time $400 bucks is a little to high i think. once they are around that 250 to 300 range ill be happy

what can i say im cheep

[zorro6204]

And . . . I want to hear a lot about the reception. I can't get XM worth a shit with my fixed base antenna, I exclusively listen through downloads at this point.

[d0uche_n0zzle]

just going to give it a little time $400 bucks is a little to high i think. once they are around that 250 to 300 range ill be happy

what can i say im cheep

Are you trying to chew down the price? :icon_mrgr

[Death Metal Moe]

Maybe I'll steal one.

[Amazingkaddycap]

Got mine from Crutchfields. I will have it tomorrow

[Lubriderm]

Has anyone started the conspiracy thread about the possilble 6 hour format as a way of getting people to upgrade from myfi's yet?

[Radioguy]

Has anyone started the conspiracy thread about the possilble 6 hour format as a way of getting people to upgrade from myfi's yet?

I doubt that is the primary reason, but moreso competing with Howie's extended programming.

I'm sure the XM suits were happy at this too though.

[deadfruitvirus]

The Innos are in, and apparently they're out. I tried ordering on Crutchfield but between the time I typed in my info to the time I submitted the order, it went out of stock. Wonderful. When does the next order come in?

[HockeyHelmet]

I am also waiting to hear about the reception, If it works well enough that you get a good signal while walking around or at a baseball game etc. I'll get it, if you can only get reception when its in a docking station, I'll pass.

[Arythmetics]

Has anyone started the conspiracy thread about the possilble 6 hour format as a way of getting people to upgrade from myfi's yet?

Patrice, I didn't know you posted on wackbag.

[Pest4Life]

I'm going to wait until the price drops a bit, but it looks like an awesome unit! I figure that when it gets to around x-mas time that there will be a price drop or a decent rebate program.
I'll get my with my myfi for now!

[Xyn]

I'm going to wait until the price drops a bit, but it looks like an awesome unit! I figure that when it gets to around x-mas time that there will be a price drop or a decent rebate program.
I'll get my with my myfi for now!

Remember the fun O&A had giving away Mifi's back in Xmas 04? Now they have more listeners too, so they will probably be bringing back allot of the competitions.

Free Inno/helix for the win!

Well, maybe not free... you may have to part with your dignity... and your lunch... and perhaps your ball sack...

[bigmatt500]

Are you trying to chew down the price? :icon_mrgr


classic interview gone wrong right there.... wow do they need to replay that one

[houston24]

I want one soooooooooooo bad.

[wasp]

now if bb was carrying them i could put it on the card and have no interest for a few months...

[usadingo]

I can get one for $300. Of course, I work for a place that can order them in...
I wish my manager would just order a bunch in and let me sell them online for $350 a piece.

[blee]

There is currently an auction for 30 Inno units for $2000. Do the math and that comes to $66.67 each. I wonder how legit this is.

[rustytrombone1]

The auction for the $66.67 Innos....highly unlikely....

[weakside]

Quick question: will they be compatible with iTunes?

[funkyfinger]

If it's too good to be true...It's not true

[Hawklar]

Weak,
No, Napster only

[Angry_Erock]

I'm gonna wait until they are free, or I become rich. I've been spending too much money and my myfi is just fine.

[MadDog31]

Initial Reception Review:

http://www.xm411.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=24815&highlight=

Not complete, but sounds like it's really good nonetheless!

[Jerry1]

Great timing...my tax return just came in too!! Gotta look for it!!

[Broke_joke]

Is there a mac compatible program to convert mpeg4 files from itunes to MP3 files? Otherwise I might have to convert my work lap top to manage my mp3s for the new "FANCY" inno.

[deadfruitvirus]

Is there a mac compatible program to convert mpeg4 files from itunes to MP3 files? Otherwise I might have to convert my work lap top to manage my mp3s for the new "FANCY" inno.

Can't the Inno play MP4 files too? I mean, the audio codec XM uses IS an MPEG-4 compliant codec after all.

[Shaggz]

I wish I had at least a Myfi.
I have a fucking Roady 2 with the "personal audio system".
No way I could afford this.

[Broke_joke]

Can't the Inno play MP4 files too? I mean, the audio codec XM uses IS an MPEG-4 compliant codec after all.
According to the "instructions" it is WMA and mp3 complient. I'm not schooled enough on how the different codec work and/or interact to know. I might try later on tonight when I'm off work, we'll see what plays out.

[Clee_Ford]

Bestbuy has them online for order today.....

[shawredem]

X..fanstore has them for 349.99. They will ship next Tuesday. Preorder before they run out.

[krunk]

alright XM...stop fucking around....get your shit ogether...i just bought an Inno....

[AZKMK]

Initial Reception Review:

http://www.xm411.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=24815&highlight=

Not complete, but sounds like it's really good nonetheless!



Nice sig pic....goota love the ASU girls!

[AngryWhiteBoy]

I received mine yesterday and I love it. The reception is great. I was able to listen to it via the FM modulator with the Inno just sitting on the front passenger seat. I had about 2 bars most of the time. When I set it on the dash, it was as if I had a car kit hooked up to it in regards to the reception. Very nice. Only problem I have is that the dipshit in Malaysia who put together the remote put the xm button on upside-down. So basically I see ((WX)). It works, but looks fuckin' gay. I called Crutchfield and they are sending me another remote. He says I should get it in about 2-3 weeks.

[davedaken]

being the cheap bastard that I am, I just brought an AirWare because they're $150 now

[blee]

I have to stop spending all my fucking money so I can buy one of these. I had the money all saved up for one and it burnt a fucking hole in my pocket.

[BLACKIEhugeHANDS]

i'm thinking about holding off on the new xm stuff because in the year i've had the delphi myfi, the thing has taken a beating by me dropping it a few times, recording at least 3-5 hours of stuff a day on it everyday and not to mention that i've used the thing for about a year straight... the fucking things amazing and i'm going to ride this horse til a leg snaps on it.... the new shit looks awesome and the features make it worth the price depending on which one you go with.



to MadDog31: fantastic sigpic...

[Kurto2021]

I just can't buy one yet...it is isn't the price tag it is the fact that I just don't think 1gb is enough space. I will wait for a 2gb unit then I will be a fancy man with an Inno (or Helix).

[Amazingkaddycap]

Hey I just returned mine today. The thing wouldn't record when I set it to record. Seems to be a problem with the Inno. I'm waiting for the Helix. The review from engadget says the helix doesn't have the recording problems of the Inno. Would I buy The Inno again? Yes its to sweet. But I would wait until Pioneer fixes this problem.

[Pete from CT]

Is there a mac compatible program to convert mpeg4 files from itunes to MP3 files? Otherwise I might have to convert my work lap top to manage my mp3s for the new "FANCY" inno.

iTunes does this, IIRC - just re-import the AAC (mp4) song into your library with import prefs set to mp3 - however it won't allow you to convert the iTMS-purchased music - for that you have to burn onto a CD and then re-import as MP3s...

[cknight725]

Initial Reception Review:

http://www.xm411.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=24815&highlight=

Not complete, but sounds like it's really good nonetheless!

God I love ASU chicks ....

[krunk]

My inno came yesterday....wholy shit...wow...I've had a roady 2...an Airware....and now the inno....and nothing touches the inno.....nothing...the colro display alone is worth the price

[highfive]

anyone know when the car kits are going to be available?

[PopeDX]

This has been the longest damn March ever.

[happybutt]

I just got my Inno Today!! OMG love it. I hope It holds up like my airware (Selling it) The extra recording time is my selling point O&A 5+ hours....I can't listen live at work big no no.

[cylynex]

The reception is on the Inno is great. Undocked and walking around outside I hardly ever lost the signal, a huge improvement over my MyFi...which really sucked for reception when not in the car or house dock.

[kingofdmv]

Since I can't start a new thread, I'll just have to interrupt this one. I Just bought a Pioneer Inno so my MyFi must go! This was purchased in January of 2005 and is in excellent condition. It even has the protective screen cover still stuck on. The MyFi comes with everything that was originally included, all in the original box. The car dock and accessories have never been used. The home dock and antenna has been used but are in great condition. The MyFi also comes with the new white battery.

I am looking to get $100 for everything, plus express shipping. I can accept Paypal or a Money Order. Please send me a private message or send an email to stoutlvr@yahoo.com if you're interested.
Dave

[Shane1V]

I just got my Inno Today!! OMG love it. I hope It holds up like my airware (Selling it) The extra recording time is my selling point O&A 5+ hours....I can't listen live at work big no no.

Oh, you lucky bahstid :icon_eek:

Any idea what date they'll be available in all the retail stores??

[AngryWhiteBoy]

Oh, you lucky bahstid :icon_eek:

Any idea what date they'll be available in all the retail stores??


They should already be available. Now whether or not they're sold out is another story.

[Slow Bollards]

Mine is coming via Ups tomorrow. I talked the wife into this being my motivation for dropping a few pounds. Now I won't miss any of the replay if I go for a walk after dinner.

[Shane1V]

They should already be available. Now whether or not they're sold out is another story.

Best buy online says Sold Out, but says to check the stores themselves.
I call the store by me they say they havent arrived yet but are due"any day now". Arrrrgh

[happybutt]

Just found out that u need to "DOCK" it with car kit to modulate to FM frequency in car - unlike AirWare where u could just have it "Near" a radio Only draw back to me. I need to hard wire it but Really don't know how - YET

[Amazingkaddycap]

Just found out that u need to "DOCK" it with car kit to modulate to FM frequency in car - unlike AirWare where u could just have it "Near" a radio Only draw back to me. I need to hard wire it but Really don't know how - YET
Not true, Go to Fm Mode and turn it on and it will play on the radio. It goes back to Auto when you shut the radio off, you will have to turn it on again everytime. I hope everyone Inno is recording for you. I sadly had to return mine, just wouldn't record. I look forward to getting another one or the Helix.

[Minister Moron]

Do a google search for "Pioneer Inno" then click on the froogle page. Theres like 10+ pages of different places selling them. They're priced anywhere from $349.99 - $500.00+. The cheapest place I've found is ...........com. They're listed for $349 OR check into ebay once in a while but stay away from the douche bags that put them up at a starting bid of $1 on a 24 hour auction. Check the sellers feedback score and reputation to make sure they're not trying to fuck you up the ass.

[Shane1V]

Do these new portables have a "hold" switch to prevent accidental button pushes?
Does the MiFi have one?
Thanks!

[OzCatter]

This is one of those few things I'd kill for!

[Fit_Finlay]

Still waiting for the Helix....

[jeffelms]

Do these new portables have a "hold" switch to prevent accidental button pushes?
Does the MiFi have one?
Thanks!
Yes the INNO has a hold switch. You push the power switch up to hold.
I'm don't know about the MiFi. I'm sure it does though.

[Mr_Beer]

Do these new portables have a "hold" switch to prevent accidental button pushes?
Does the MiFi have one?
Thanks!

If you hold down the "Pause" button on the MYFI, it will lock the keypad. You will see a little lock icon on the top left of the screen. Hold it again to turn it off.

[coolyellowbus]

xm has the pioneer inno with antenna headphones on pre order on the friends and family website for $299.99. They also have the nexus 25 and 50 with car kits included for $219.99 and $269.99 but currently listed as out of stock.

[nemohgod]

I had my Inno for the past week and I am really impressed, I am able to store more than 350 songs (no duplicates) and I am only at 60 percent capacity on the 50% XM 50%MP3 configuration. Car kit is in stock today on crutchfield and I am getting it by Tuesday.

[wakkawakkapenis]

The Inno is indeed fantastic - I can have a couple days worth of O&A shows and not have to worry about listening to it every single day (like on my MyFi where it would be erased with the next days show..or two days)

One BIG problem though -

There is a problem with the way O&A are posting their tracks - on the MyFi you get the different PAD data like "E-Rock Sucks" or "No Homo", etc. But on the Inno you only get huge blocks that just say Opie and Anthony.

It's not a show stopper because at least on the Inno you can fast forward through a track, but the last track on the show today was 95 minutes and it took about 5-6 minutes to FFWD up to 60 minutes (the FFWD feature is a bit slow)

On XM411 somebody posted that it's due to the way that O&A are posting the tracks or the pad data - or some technical thing.

Like I said, it's not a show stopper - but I miss the comedy that is often posted there on the Pad data.

Hopefullly someone can pass this on to someone in the know...

[tstlkevanilla]

fuck that.. i'll wait for the price to drop.. my myfi works just fine thanks... even with the cracked screen

[deadfruitvirus]

I've saved up for this. Plus I sold my MyFi for $100, so that lightened the load.

[Skeet Slambone]

I'm wishy washy on how long I'll be keeping my XM subscription and the MyFi is working out just fine for now.

[nemohgod]

The Inno is indeed fantastic - I can have a couple days worth of O&A shows and not have to worry about listening to it every single day (like on my MyFi where it would be erased with the next days show..or two days)

One BIG problem though -

There is a problem with the way O&A are posting their tracks - on the MyFi you get the different PAD data like "E-Rock Sucks" or "No Homo", etc. But on the Inno you only get huge blocks that just say Opie and Anthony.

It's not a show stopper because at least on the Inno you can fast forward through a track, but the last track on the show today was 95 minutes and it took about 5-6 minutes to FFWD up to 60 minutes (the FFWD feature is a bit slow)

On XM411 somebody posted that it's due to the way that O&A are posting the tracks or the pad data - or some technical thing.

Like I said, it's not a show stopper - but I miss the comedy that is often posted there on the Pad data.

Hopefullly someone can pass this on to someone in the know...

That has nothing to do with the Inno, it's the pad data that they are sending over. They are not doing a good job at it. Ron and Fez's pad data is always on point. The O&A team need to get on the ball with this, sometimes I delete the wrong track because I thought it was still a commercial.

[usadingo]

If they keep selling out on the east coast, I'm tempted to order in a bunch and start selling them on here.

[Spookymonster]

Got mine last thursday. Lovin' it so far (damn, this thing's small!). Unfortunately, the car cradle isn't in stock anywhere, so I'm listening to the FM tuner, which requires you to leave the headphones plugged in as a tranmitter antenna. A little clunky, and I a bit of static now and then, but good enough until the car kits arrives.

At first, I thought only 512M for my own music was small. However, in practice, I only keep an album or 2 worth of music on my MP3 player, so this fits in fine. Besides, most of the music I'm downloading I hear on XM first. With the Record button, I don't do so much downloading now.

[Amazingkaddycap]

I'm wishy washy on how long I'll be keeping my XM subscription and the MyFi is working out just fine for now.
I hope its because of a money Problem that your thinking of getting rid of Xm and not the sillyness of O&A going to CBS.

[usadingo]

Argh... My supplier was supposed to have my Inno here today and it got pushed back to tomorrow. Oh well. By the sound of it, the wait will be worth it.

[JSHAW]

Circuitcity.com has the Samsung Helix models.

[Shane1V]

If you hold down the "Pause" button on the MYFI, it will lock the keypad. You will see a little lock icon on the top left of the screen. Hold it again to turn it off.

thanks boys

[MyMomsBox]

Good luck adding them to your account. I've been trying since last night to add a radio and their online system was "down for maintenance". Not thrilled, but no biggie. I check today and I get "The server you are trying to access is either busy or experiencing difficulties. Please close the Web browser, open a new browser window, and try logging in again". So I finally call the company and I'm told their systems are completely down and could be down for another day. Their customer reps can only take down information and call you back when everything is back up. HEY E-LO...WTF?!?!?!

[dodisman]

I was stoked to get mine in time for my drive from CT to KY for the Derby and holy shit i got NO reception with my INNO in a car the entire drive...fucking stinks...if I knew they couldn't simply pull reception while i'm sitting in the back of a car I wouldn't have picked one up...VERY disappointed...buyer beware

[usadingo]

I was stoked to get mine in time for my drive from CT to KY for the Derby and holy shit i got NO reception with my INNO in a car the entire drive...fucking stinks...if I knew they couldn't simply pull reception while i'm sitting in the back of a car I wouldn't have picked one up...VERY disappointed...buyer beware
Wait... You can buy a car kit for it. You mean to tell me that they make an accessory that's needed?! How's that possible? I was figuring it'd work fine in a car and that the car kits they make are purely for decoration.

I'm excited to get mine. I mean, I'll be bummed if it doesn't work without headphones plugged in. I want to walk around and listen without headphones. I mean, they're included, but probably are not necessary.

[Spookymonster]

dodisman,
I'm assuming that you placed the unit somewhere where it would have a direct line of site to the southern sky (e.g., the back deck of the car), and not in your pocket, correct? I would expect there to be some dropout in the more rural regions, but not picking up ANY signal from Connecticut to Kentucky seems extremely unlikely. I'd look at getting a replacement/refund. Otherwise, like usadingo said, the car kit should do the trick.

usadingo,
It doesn't have an external speaker. You need to use either the headphones, or have the transmitter send it to a nearby FM radio. You might be able to use a pair of those external iPod speakers, but that's a fairly bulky and awkward solution.

As for car kits, Ziggy's got them in stock as of this morning. I should get mine by tomorrow afternoon.

[ROONT]

usadingo,
It doesn't have an external speaker. You need to use either the headphones, or have the transmitter send it to a nearby FM radio. You might be able to use a pair of those external iPod speakers, but that's a fairly bulky and awkward solution.

As for car kits, Ziggy's got them in stock as of this morning. I should get mine by tomorrow afternoon.

...looks like the planes are flying a little low today but no need to duck, they'll still be over your head:icon_eek:

[usadingo]

...looks like the planes are flying a little low today but no need to duck, they'll still be over your head:icon_eek:
I'm proud of you for being one of the few to detect my sarcasm.

In other news, DAMN YOU PETRA INDUSTRIES!!!
You know, if you're a company that does nothing but shipping of products and someone orders something on a Wednesday, don't wait until Friday to ship it out!
I'm hoping they drop XM products and start shipping Sirius. That way, crappy products will be shipped by crappy companies.

[Perch1019]

My myfi car kit crapped out today so insted of getting a new one, i figured what the hell why not drop a cool 500.
I love how the car kit is interchangable with the Myfi one so that I dont need to re-run wires and shit. And since i have two cars, all you need to do is bring the dock back and forth and your set. No need to drop 70$ twice.
Still waiting on Xm to send me my activation... its been about 20 mins. Should it take this long?

[ParanoiaKid]

If someone owns one and can answer my questions it would be a more gooder thing......

What bugs are out there?
How many MP3's have you been able to load on this thing?
Do u need to write the ID tags on the MP3 files?
Can you manage your MP3's into playlists?
Can Recorded XM Tracks be mixed in with MP3s in some kind of playlist?

Reply on here or private message would be nice.

[usadingo]

Try refreshing your signal Perch. I just got my Inno today, and it wasn't activating. Turns out that it wasn't getting proper signal when the refresh came through the first time.

As for my few minutes of use so far- it's awesome. I need to play around with it more though. It seems to be starting recordings when I start it and not buffering back to the beginning of the song. But other than that, it's working great.
The antenna from my Roady2's car kit works on it, so I really don't need the car kit unless I want the car charger. I'll probably just get a power inverter instead and use the home cord if I need more than five hours of listening time.
But as people have said, it is defiinitely small. I'll probably post pictures later tonight showing exactly.

[FUBAR]

My myfi car kit crapped out today so insted of getting a new one, i figured what the hell why not drop a cool 500.
I love how the car kit is interchangable with the Myfi one so that I dont need to re-run wires and shit. And since i have two cars, all you need to do is bring the dock back and forth and your set. No need to drop 70$ twice.
Still waiting on Xm to send me my activation... its been about 20 mins. Should it take this long?

Thanks Perch i was just looking for the appropriate thread to post in and ask about the wireing. Running the atnenna wire for my myfi was a pain in ass and took me 2 days

[Perch1019]

Try refreshing your signal Perch. I just got my Inno today, and it wasn't activating. Turns out that it wasn't getting proper signal when the refresh came through the first time.


Yea, i did that and it took about 2 minutes to work. Pretty cool little gadget. I havent had a problem at all recording. I started @ 6pm and its been going since then and the show has taken a few commercials. It hasnt cut out.
The only thing I see as a downside and i still cant figure out why this isnt a feature is that when you record live you cant pause and then start up again from that point. Kinda like a tivo thing. Im usually in and out of my car all day and only get bits and pieces and then listen to the parts i miss when the shows done.
The size is great too. Its pretty much the exact size of my razr. Its like a 1/4th of a inch wider on the sides.

Oh and i just went down to my car and ripped out the myfi cradle and put the new one on. (you dont even need to do that since the cradle attaches to it.) The antenna and the power supply plug right into it. Basically the only reason to get the car kit if you had a myfi, skyfi, rodie etc is if you wanted the cradle so its not flying around the car when you drive.

[dodisman]

Yeah when i was in the van driving I was in the backseat and i had the thing pressed against the window facing south to try to pick something up...and when i say i got no reception i was exagerating...i would pick it up for 20 seconds and then drop it and continue like that...which rendered it useless....now to a previous post of course there is a fucking car kit but that is meant to stay put in your car, not travel with you to every other fucking car you drive in...maybe i was naive in thinking this thing would be rock solid when at least halfway exposed to outdoors...I haven't had luck. I'm not bashing this thing to bash it...I WISH i had more luck with it but overall i've been less then impressed...and don't get me started on that shit NAPSTER software...I hope down the line a better pair of strong antenna headphones come along (those Belkins stink)

[Mr_Beer]

Yeah when i was in the van driving I was in the backseat and i had the thing pressed against the window facing south to try to pick something up...and when i say i got no reception i was exagerating...i would pick it up for 20 seconds and then drop it and continue like that...which rendered it useless....now to a previous post of course there is a fucking car kit but that is meant to stay put in your car, not travel with you to every other fucking car you drive in...maybe i was naive in thinking this thing would be rock solid when at least halfway exposed to outdoors...I haven't had luck. I'm not bashing this thing to bash it...I WISH i had more luck with it but overall i've been less then impressed...and don't get me started on that shit NAPSTER software...I hope down the line a better pair of strong antenna headphones come along (those Belkins stink)

Just got my car kit today, but for the last few days I had my INNO on my dashboard and even in my cupholder in the console, and I had a constant signal. Didn't drop once. Much better than the MYFI under the same circumstances. Might be your INNO.

[ParanoiaKid]

If someone owns one and can answer my questions it would be a more gooder thing......

What bugs are out there?
How many MP3's have you been able to load on this thing?
Do u need to write the ID tags on the MP3 files?
Can you manage your MP3's into playlists?
Can Recorded XM Tracks be mixed in with MP3s in some kind of playlist?




Wow, those are good questions I wish someone that owns one of these already would answer.

[JSHAW]

http://www.pricegrabber.com/p__Pioneer_Inno_XM2go_Portable_XM_Radio_MP3_Player ,__18582146/search=INNO

With this website you can find the lowest offered prices on the INNO.

[usadingo]

Wow, those are good questions I wish someone that owns one of these already would answer.
The only one that I can answer as of now is the bugs question.
The only "bug" I've read about so far is that some people are having problems recording. It seems like not all that much though. I thought I was, but it just turns out it was the song I was recording.
I know some others have been having trouble with the Napster software, but it's basic stuff that's fixed with updates.
And as for the signal stuff people are talking about- I think it all depends on where you live. I'm doing fine in central Minnesota, so I'm assuming others will do fine in more populated areas. I just take my cradle with me, dock my Inno, and hook up my old Roady2 antenna to it and I'm good to go.

[blee]

I just saw the Inno in Walmart today. They are priced at $398.98. I really wanted to buy it, but Ireally need to buy a lamp for my projector( I really miss watching movies and tv on a 93" screen).

[Chester'sLiver]

If someone owns one and can answer my questions it would be a more gooder thing......

What bugs are out there?
How many MP3's have you been able to load on this thing?
Do u need to write the ID tags on the MP3 files?
Can you manage your MP3's into playlists?
Can Recorded XM Tracks be mixed in with MP3s in some kind of playlist?

Reply on here or private message would be nice.
I have been playing with this for two days now so I can answer a few of the questions.

You do not need to write ID tags on the MP3s.

You can managethe MP3 into a playlist.

All the Mp3s are under My music so Im pretty sure you can mix recorded stuff and your own Mp3s into a playlist.

I couldn't be happier with the purchase if that helps anyone else. :icon_bigg

I just saw the Inno in Walmart today. They are priced at $398.98. I really wanted to buy it, but Ireally need to buy a lamp for my projector( I really miss watching movies and tv on a 93" screen).
And the cheapest price I have seen is on www.myradiostore.com where I got it 375$ no shipping and no tax, that's a good deal if you ask me.

[NoSurviivors]

the samsung models will be in best buy stores on the 21st.
I fo 1 am going to wait on the price drop.. although they kill my tao in reception..

[rick0926]

the samsung models will be in best buy stores on the 21st.

I'm curious, how do you know this? Is that just for Best Buy, or for other stores as well? I have the samsung helix on pre-order from another store, but they do not have an estimated ship date yet.

[NoSurviivors]

A friend of mine works in an install bay. I'm assuming that other stores will have them around the same time.

Slight correction.. thhey are to ship to stores on the 21st.

[Ballbuster1]

I like the new stuff, but I'll wait a little while before making a purchase.
The Myfi started at $350 and in less than a year I was buying them for
under a hundred bucks with rebates. As with all new technology the
price will drop pretty fast. Patience saves you big bucks.

[ParanoiaKid]

You do not need to write ID tags on the MP3s.
You can managethe MP3 into a playlist.
All the Mp3s are under My music so Im pretty sure you can mix recorded stuff and your own Mp3s into a playlist.

I couldn't be happier with the purchase if that helps anyone else. :icon_bigg




Thanks guy. Also from what I have been reading the Inno is the more user friendly of the two.

[krux]

If someone owns one and can answer my questions it would be a more gooder thing......

What bugs are out there?
How many MP3's have you been able to load on this thing?
Do u need to write the ID tags on the MP3 files?
Can you manage your MP3's into playlists?
Can Recorded XM Tracks be mixed in with MP3s in some kind of playlist?

Reply on here or private message would be nice.

I haven't been able to load any mp3s. For some reason the stupid napster software doesn't see it, and the flash update software claims the device is corrupt, even after several factory resets. That and when it's connected to my computer, it takes about two minutes for windows to time out on any file browse operations. It shows up as a drive on the computer, even though by the documentation you can't use it.. so I'm not sure why they chose for it to show up as a USB drive. I'm also kind of annoyed that even though it has a 10 minute buffer, there is no way to pause/rewind/skip on live content like with the SkyFi2. The play/pause button just mutes live content.

[OpenKnee&Anthamuny]

Yup as others have stated .I'm gonna wait for them to come down in price.I might even get another myfi now that they are becoming dirt cheap.also is anyone having trouble with their myfi losing signal shutting off and losing saved shows.

[NoSurviivors]

My signal in one of my myfi home docks has sucked for two days now. I have the 4' antenna tossed out the window on the southern-ish side of the house and it worked fine before... I guess noone else has experienced anything like this?

[BillSkinsFifth]

I have a couple of questions for people who have received the innos:

1. Have you noticed a difference in the internal antenna strength. I work near some nice repeaters, so I get a good signal for the myfi in many places, but in a lot of other areas have to rely on the somewhat bulky antenna headphones.

2. People have mentioned being able to attach the myfi's car antenna to the device and not having to rewire that. Will the power cord for the myfi work on this device or on a cradle that comes with it?

And in reference to people who have said their myfi signals have sucked the last couple of days, I did totally lose a signal yesterday (at the same time someone else's signal dropped on their tao), but it only lasted about five minutes.

[NoSurviivors]

1. from what I've seen and heard so far, the internal antenna is much better than the My Fi.
2. the dock wiring is fully interchangeable. I'm not too sure if you have one od the lipstick antennas for the myfi/tao tho...

Thanks for the response on the myfi/tao signal. Maybe I wont replace the antenna yet...

[kevtv]

- for the new inno, do you need to get a car antenna to hook it up to or will the internal antenna work well enough?

- if the inno requires a car kit, is there any site that offers the car kit instead of a home kit? when home, i can listen to xm online and don't neccessarily need a home kit, but wouldn't be oppsed to having one.

i really need to get a portable. im in my car all day working for a valet company and ive drained my battery a couple times by forgetting to start my car every now and then.

any help is much appreciated. if i were to buy one of these, it's quite an investment for me at this point and would like to know what i need to know before i buy one.

kev

[usadingo]

The internal antenna on the Inno is strong. I was upstairs in my house yesterday, and as long as it was pointed south, it got a signal through the wall.

Another cool feature that hasn't been brought up (at least I think) is the Stock/Sports ticker. I could care less about stocks, so I've ignored this part. But you can go through and list your favorite teams, and the scores will scroll across the bottom along with when the next game is on, and the channel. Other sports besides MLB are listed as well, I just haven't played around with them as much yet.

[NoSurviivors]

- for the new inno, do you need to get a car antenna to hook it up to or will the internal antenna work well enough?

- if the inno requires a car kit, is there any site that offers the car kit instead of a home kit? when home, i can listen to xm online and don't neccessarily need a home kit, but wouldn't be oppsed to having one.

i really need to get a portable. im in my car all day working for a valet company and ive drained my battery a couple times by forgetting to start my car every now and then.

any help is much appreciated. if i were to buy one of these, it's quite an investment for me at this point and would like to know what i need to know before i buy one.

kev
There are car kits available in stores. It comes with a home kit. Do you need it? meh... Prolly not really except for the installation conveinience.

[usadingo]

- for the new inno, do you need to get a car antenna to hook it up to or will the internal antenna work well enough?
Honestly? It depends on where you live. I've heard of some working fine in cars. Others, they need the external. The good news is that if you've had a car kit from another type, the antenna is universal and will still work on the Inno. The car charger is a different story. What you could do is get a power inverter (about $30) which plugs into your cigarette outlet, giving you a standard outlet you could plug the home a/c adapter into. If you don't have a car kit, you could still do this and place the home antenna in the back window. That's what I did today since I didn't feel like moving my car antenna.

- if the inno requires a car kit, is there any site that offers the car kit instead of a home kit? when home, i can listen to xm online and don't neccessarily need a home kit, but wouldn't be oppsed to having one.
I haven't seen it yet. But, in time I'm sure there will be people parting them out on Ebay.

any help is much appreciated. if i were to buy one of these, it's quite an investment for me at this point and would like to know what i need to know before i buy one.
If I get my manager to approve, I'll probably start selling some on here for $350. If I could order them on my own, I'd employee discount buy and sell them for $300.
Sell plasma. In most places, you can make about $40-$60 a week. It'd be worth it to say you bought your Inno with blood money.

[krux]

I haven't been able to load any mp3s. For some reason the stupid napster software doesn't see it, and the flash update software claims the device is corrupt, even after several factory resets. That and when it's connected to my computer, it takes about two minutes for windows to time out on any file browse operations. It shows up as a drive on the computer, even though by the documentation you can't use it.. so I'm not sure why they chose for it to show up as a USB drive. I'm also kind of annoyed that even though it has a 10 minute buffer, there is no way to pause/rewind/skip on live content like with the SkyFi2. The play/pause button just mutes live content.

Ok an update here... I'm not sure what the hell is up with my main machine and the Inno, but I tried the laptop I had, and it worked fine with it.

The Napster software sucks ass. However the Inno shows up as a USB drive and I can actually see the files on it from this machine. To transfer files to the Inno you just drag them into the MyMusic folder, they can be in subfolders and the inno finds it when it scans for files after you disconnect it from the machine.

Ok now the test for the advanced users. Lets hook it up to my Linux machine. Yep, reads just like any other USB drive. I just copied over brother Joe's The Guitarfather, and we're golden. Nice. I would assume this would also work for any Mac users out there.

Now what about the song bookmarks and all that. Well the files are all in the xmsys folder. Took a quick look with my hex editor, the text fields are pretty obvious, and I'm betting it would be pretty easy to reverse engineer the files so a custom piece of software could read the data. Open source software folks are pretty ingenious here.

So now that I have the MP3 player functionality working, I'm a bit happier. I still don't like how you can't pause live xm, since I use that feature all the time with the SkyFi2. You pretty much have to be paying attention and if you want to pause something, you would have to set it into record mode, then go back later once whatever you were listening to was finished to catch what you missed.

[krux]

Honestly? It depends on where you live. I've heard of some working fine in cars. Others, they need the external. The good news is that if you've had a car kit from another type, the antenna is universal and will still work on the Inno. The car charger is a different story. What you could do is get a power inverter (about $30) which plugs into your cigarette outlet, giving you a standard outlet you could plug the home a/c adapter into. If you don't have a car kit, you could still do this and place the home antenna in the back window. That's what I did today since I didn't feel like moving my car antenna.

The problem with cars is they are a big metal cage with only a few openings for the signal to get through. I'd really suggest going for the car kit. Not only does it take care of your signal problem, but it keeps your rather expensive inno from flying around if you take a turn to quickly or have to stop, etc..

Before I bought a spare auto antenna, when I would rent a car, I'd just run the home antenna cable into the trunk or door jam, and have the cable taught so the antenna would stay put. worked fairly well.

[kevtv]

Honestly? It depends on where you live. I've heard of some working fine in cars. Others, they need the external. The good news is that if you've had a car kit from another type, the antenna is universal and will still work on the Inno. The car charger is a different story. What you could do is get a power inverter (about $30) which plugs into your cigarette outlet, giving you a standard outlet you could plug the home a/c adapter into. If you don't have a car kit, you could still do this and place the home antenna in the back window. That's what I did today since I didn't feel like moving my car antenna.


I haven't seen it yet. But, in time I'm sure there will be people parting them out on Ebay.


If I get my manager to approve, I'll probably start selling some on here for $350. If I could order them on my own, I'd employee discount buy and sell them for $300.
Sell plasma. In most places, you can make about $40-$60 a week. It'd be worth it to say you bought your Inno with blood money.

thanks a lot for your help...i currently have a skyfi in my car and doubt that my existing car antenna is compatable...am i wrong? if somehow that antenna can stay wired and be useable, i'm a lot closer to getting an inno.

kev

[PatFromMoonachie]

Shipping?...you mean EVERYBODY doesn't have one just handed to them by Opie?? :rolleyes:

..BTW, I love it! :icon_mrgr

[kevtv]

so how's the van? is the destruction of your van a afir tradeoff for the inno?

[rick0926]

Shipping?...you mean EVERYBODY doesn't have one just handed to them by Opie?? :rolleyes:

Nope, but we also didn't have to witness mostly naked fat men dancing on top of our van. :icon_lol:

[fozzie]

i just got mine yesterday. after toying around with it for about an hour i gave my myfi to my nephew.i`m getting great reception in the car,but i brought it to a mall and i lost reception while inside. i`ll give it an 8 out of 10:clap: :clap:

[quixoticfan]

I've had mine for about a week. Love it. Only problem I'm having is moving my music from iTunes into Napster. I can only pull from MyMusic.

Can anyone help??
Thanks

[PatFromMoonachie]

I've had mine for about a week. Love it. Only problem I'm having is moving my music from iTunes into Napster. I can only pull from MyMusic.

Can anyone help??
Thanks

I don't bother with the Napster software, I just "right-click" on whatever song then "send to" the drive that has the Inno on the drop down list....it seems to work well.

[krux]

thanks a lot for your help...i currently have a skyfi in my car and doubt that my existing car antenna is compatable...am i wrong? if somehow that antenna can stay wired and be useable, i'm a lot closer to getting an inno.

kev

All the antennas are compatible with one another. If it works on your skyfi it will work with your Inno. I used my skyfi2 antenna on my inno without any problem.

[krux]

i just got mine yesterday. after toying around with it for about an hour i gave my myfi to my nephew.i`m getting great reception in the car,but i brought it to a mall and i lost reception while inside. i`ll give it an 8 out of 10:clap: :clap:

You couldn't get cell phone coverage inside a mall if they didn't put repeaters inside. Why are you surprised that the Inno doesn't work? It has a good antenna but it can't perform miracles.

[nevnut]

Checked one out at the local Home and Garden show they have here every spring. Looks real cool, small and sharp. Also has a mp3 player.

May have to upgrade in a year when the price is about half.

[Napoleon12]

i just got my inno bc my myfi quit working for some strange reason. i work for a major retailer so i just exchanged it. is there a way that you can dl the storeded content on the inno to a computer. the music i don't care about but i want o&a shows. i have not installed the shitty napster software.

as for what i have read with the getting signal form the posts on here. the car kit is the best way to go with the antenna outside of the car. it the unit is by the front windshield you will lose reception more just because the windshield glass is thicker then any other glass in the car. i install sat. radio every day at work. ant on back deck if the car has it works good but outside is the best ever if u have alot of repeters in the area.

[Arythmetics]

Is that A/C power adapter the same specs as the Myfi? I wonder if I really need the car kit if I already have the antenna and power setup.

[PatFromMoonachie]

Is that A/C power adapter the same specs as the Myfi? I wonder if I really need the car kit if I already have the antenna and power setup.

The MyFi didn't need a power adapter for the transmitter to work like the Inno does (probably sacraficed for size) but it worked fine for me without the car kit, your only limited by the battery life.

[rustytrombone1]

The inno does not need to be in a cradle or hooked up to a car adapter for the modulator to work. The FM modulator automatically sets to 'auto'. To have it work without cords, you have to set it to 'on'.

[kevtv]

All the antennas are compatible with one another. If it works on your skyfi it will work with your Inno. I used my skyfi2 antenna on my inno without any problem.

thanks for the info, i would never have thought that was the case since the skyfi antenna has that rectangular-ish end to it that plugs into the car cradle. does this rectangular thing come off for it to work with the inno? does this question even make sense?

[NoSurviivors]

thanks for the info, i would never have thought that was the case since the skyfi antenna has that rectangular-ish end to it that plugs into the car cradle. does this rectangular thing come off for it to work with the inno? does this question even make sense?

That's be tha FAKRA connector ( or something like that) you can take it off with a small screwdriver. It just wraps around the actual antenna termination.

[PatFromMoonachie]

The inno does not need to be in a cradle or hooked up to a car adapter for the modulator to work. The FM modulator automatically sets to 'auto'. To have it work without cords, you have to set it to 'on'.

I know about the "FM mode" setting, I set it "on" after I unpluged it from the cradle and I've needed the Travel Power Adapter (see page 67 of the user guide) to hear it through the radio.
I used it with recorded content so it's not a Sattelite reception issue.

[travler1]

For the FM Mod on the inno to work it in portable mode you need to have the headphones or the dongle plugged in. It uses that as the antenna to broadcast the FM signal.
FM mod really works well, much better than my roady2 that I have.

[girthymac]

I am soooo excited! I ordered mine on tuesday......so I should be getting mine on Monday or Tuesday!! So I will be a regular on 411 here soon......:)

[Arythmetics]

The MyFi didn't need a power adapter for the transmitter to work like the Inno does (probably sacraficed for size) but it worked fine for me without the car kit, your only limited by the battery life.

I'm not concern about FM transmitter. I have an aux port in my car. Sometimes my battery is fully drained before I get a chance to charge it at home. I was wondering if the MyFi cigarette adapter is compatible.

[WOWmagnet]

Got the INNO...it's awesome. I can broadcast my MP3's through my truck stereo....weeeeee!

[PatFromMoonachie]

I love that you can fast forward through a recorded track (so I can get to my bad lines on the show quicker! :rolleyes: )

[quixoticfan]

thanks pat

[NoSurviivors]

does anyone see the irony in pat having an Inno and a barley functional toilet in a trailer?? What the fuck is wrong with this country?!

Just kiddin dude:action-sm

[girthymac]

does anyone see the irony in pat having an Inno and a barley functional toilet in a trailer?? What the fuck is wrong with this country?!

Just kiddin dude:action-sm
I can see the point of BARELY functioning toilet, but not a barley toilet........Pat don't get angry.....here's a tender sentiment....(shakes box).....You are loved by two black tranny's.

[moogu2]

For anyone who ordered an inno from the XM friends and family page and it still hasn't shipped: Call them up and cancel your order. They will say they can't cancel because It's a "promotion", but they will leave a note for their supervisor and will email you if the supervisor Oks the cancellation. Then a few hours later, VIOLA! What a coincidence, your inno has shipped.

Worked for me atleast :)

[7cent]

does anyone see the irony in pat having an Inno and a barley functional toilet in a trailer?? What the fuck is wrong with this country?!

Just kiddin dude:action-sm



on a side note, I have to think the boys hooked good ole pat up with that expensive piece of technology. Enjoy my friend, you are the one 'regular freak' that doesn't force me to flip to 53..

[turkeymann]

just got the inno today all i have to say is WOW :clap: :clap: :clap:

[PatFromMoonachie]

I can see the point of BARELY functioning toilet, but not a barley toilet........Pat don't get angry.....here's a tender sentiment....(shakes box).....You are loved by two black tranny's.

My toilet does "Barley" function after I take a Beer piss! :drunk: :piss2

...Two black trannys??.....Ooooh, a "Menois a' Toe" :icon_wink

[Capt'n Obvious]

I ordered the inno from ziggy at myradiostore.com and it was delivered the next day! Oh and the inno rules!

[girthymac]

My toilet does "Barley" function after I take a Beer piss! :drunk: :piss2

...Two black trannys??.....Ooooh, a "Menois a' Toe" :icon_wink

OK I must crash the toilet comment.....
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c63/girthymac/compare_airbag.jpg

but the last one......that was funny, Pat!:action-sm

[usadingo]

Ok, so I got the ok from my manager to at least do some research. I'm wondering how many people would be interested in buying any of the following at the following prices...
Shipping will probably be an extra fee. I have to look up what it would cost to UPS the stuff.

Pioneer Inno - $350

Inno Car Charger - $24.99

Belkin Antenna Headphones - $59.99

Belkin Holster Case - $24.99

[rick0926]

Inno Car Charger - $24.99


Would this include the whole kit - antenna, power, dock, remote? If so, that would be quite a deal I would be interested in.

[usadingo]

That'd be just the car charger. Sadly, I don't have access to the full kit. The car charger is nice, mainly for those like me who had a different unit before with the car kit. My old antenna still works hooked up to the home dock- I just need the car charger for power. Or, if someone wants to use the Inno in their car soley for recorded content, this would give them power.

I'm mainly just trying to get a number of those who might be interested so I can see if all this is worth ordering in.

[Fruit Monkey]

I'm sure it's been answerd twice by now. Butttt.... Does the fm frequency work on the Inno, when in the home dock?
I just bought one and can't figure that part out.

Thank You!

[girthymac]

I'm sure it's been answerd twice by now. Butttt.... Does the fm frequency work on the Inno, when in the home dock?
I just bought one and can't figure that part out.

Thank You!
Yes it does.......unless your firmware has been updated, then i'm not sure......so I guess that really doesn't answer your question then does it??

[Fallon]

New firmware disables the FM mod unless it's in the car dock.

[Fruit Monkey]

New firmware disables the FM mod unless it's in the car dock.
I just got it I'm assuming it's the latest v1.10

[XMScott]

When you power it on look on the bottom, it will tell you what version is it is.

FYI, car kits are shipping

Helix http://www.myradiostore.us/home-car-kits/for-samsung-helix-kit/car-kit-samsung-helix-ya-cp100.html

Inno

Ah, sold out already.

The Helix will work for both units, as will the Inno Car kit.
I ordered a Helix car kit last night.

[Fruit Monkey]

HOLY FUCK THE INNO IS THE GREATEST INVENTION/TOY EVER, EVER!!IF YOU ARE THINKING OF GETTING ONE, FUCK IT, GET ONE TODAY!!!!I CAN WORK IT, AND I'M HALF A RETARD!

[Iron Duke]

I'd love to have one, but for 400 bucks I'll stick with the Skyfi 2.

[Halo Five]

HOLY FUCK THE INNO IS THE GREATEST INVENTION/TOY EVER, EVER!!IF YOU ARE THINKING OF GETTING ONE, FUCK IT, GET ONE TODAY!!!!I CAN WORK IT, AND I'M HALF A RETARD!

Half a retard?... :action-sm

I really want one however I would rather invest the money in a nice XM-ready deck for my truck... maybe one of those fancy touch screen ones... but if the Inno's come down in price around x-mas I may be tempted.

[pmoney316]

I just got it I'm assuming it's the latest v1.10

V 1.10 and higher. yes

I got a 1.05, didn't read about the firmware update, returned it, got a Inno and Helix, but both were 1.10, so I returned those and found one with 1.05 on ebay for 359.99 including shipping.

As if you cared

[JSHAW]

http://www.pricegrabber.com/p__Pioneer_XM2go_inno_MP3_Player_Silver,__18582146/search=INNO

You don't have to spend $400 dollars, there are a few retailers that sell it for way less.

[XMScott]

HOLY FUCK THE INNO IS THE GREATEST INVENTION/TOY EVER, EVER!!IF YOU ARE THINKING OF GETTING ONE, FUCK IT, GET ONE TODAY!!!!I CAN WORK IT, AND I'M HALF A RETARD!

Yeah, its really easy to use.
Just like the Myfi, but on steroids.

[SpecialEh]

Anyone find the Inno car kits yet. Got mine about 2 weeks ago for $230 but can't find a fucking car kit. I heard the Helix ones work but wanted to find out for sure from someone who has used it.

[Fruit Monkey]

Ok I have a question for you techy people. Why is it that the FCC has shut down the INNO from braodcasting if its not in a car craddle?

You can get a FM transmitter for your Ipod and no car dock. Also I been shopping for a new phone service. The newest thing is a built in FM transmitter so you can play your downloads threw you cars radio. As advertised even.

Any idea's I wonder is all. @ 70.00 for a car dock, a tape thingy, a few shitty wires that don't allow it to fit in the car dock properly. A antenna with a weak magnet, and the thing jumps out of the dock so often I'm about to wear out the on/off button.

I truely love the Inno and its technology. But the car dock can suck my cock!

[nneptune]

I'd love to have one, but for 400 bucks I'll stick with the Skyfi 2.

That price tag is the ONLY problem. I'll have to stick with the fine Pioneer Airware...oh, and that old Roady 2 in the car that's starting to die.
I'm hoping X-mas finds a big price drop!

[igneous]

You can get an inno for $199 here:
http://partners.xmradio.com/
enter code:
xmbb xm03 (get rid of the space)
Its supposed to be for best buy employees iirc, but they never verify it. People have been using this code for a long time now. A friend of mine just ordered one and it shipped the same day.

[Fruit Monkey]

You can get an inno for $199 here:
http://partners.xmradio.com/
enter code:
xmbb xm03 (get rid of the space)
Its supposed to be for best buy employees iirc, but they never verify it. People have been using this code for a long time now. A friend of mine just ordered one and it shipped the same day.


Now you are pissing me off! :icon_conf

[Ballbuster1]

You can get an inno for $199 here:
http://partners.xmradio.com/
enter code:
xmbb xm03 (get rid of the space)
Its supposed to be for best buy employees iirc, but they never verify it. People have been using this code for a long time now. A friend of mine just ordered one and it shipped the same day.
I'll still wait a bit. Myfi's dropped to less than that in less than a year.
It shouldn't be too long before that price drops too.