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Features
Overview: The Wadia 170iTransport is specifically designed to
transform your iPod/iPhone into a high-resolution audio/video media server. The iTransport combines the convenience of personal audio with the performance and
connectivity of your home audio/video system, delivering bit-perfect digital
audio signal via S/PDIF coaxial (RCA) output, DVD quality video via component
outputs, and built on a sleek aluminum chassis. The iTransport allows you to
experience true audiophile sound quality and superior video performance by
integrating your iPod into your home Audio and Video system.
Aluminum Chassis: The Wadia 170iTransport is built on a
precision-engineered aluminum chassis for exceptional performance and
durability. The unit is also supported by four vibration absorbing isolation
cones.
iPod/iPhone Compatibility: The Wadia 170iTransport is "Made for iPod/iPhone"
compatible. The 170iTransport features a top-mount iPod/iPhone dock
connector which allows you to connect your compatible iPod/iPhone. The unit allows
audio/video playback, control, and charging of select iPods. The Wadia
170iTransport is "Made for iPod/iPhone" certified and compatible with the following
iPod/iPhones (as of Sept. 2010):
| iPod/iPhone
Model |
Generation |
Media Type |
Control
Type |
Display
Type |
Charge |
| Audio |
Video Out |
Remote |
iPod/iPhone |
Song/Artist Text |
Track Info |
| dock-connector |
3rd |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
clickwheel
color |
4th |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
| mini |
1st |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
| 2nd |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
| video |
5th |
Y |
S-Video |
Y |
N* |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| classic |
80GB |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| 120GB |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| 160GB |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| nano
|
1st |
Y |
N |
Y |
N* |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| 2nd |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| 3rd |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| 4th |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| 5th |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| 6th |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| touch |
1st |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| 2nd |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| 3rd |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
| 4th |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPod |
iPod |
Y |
|
iPhone |
2G |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPhone |
iPhone |
Y |
| 3G |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPhone |
iPhone |
Y |
| 3GS |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPhone |
iPhone |
Y |
|
4 |
Y |
S-Video
Component |
Y |
Y |
iPhone |
iPhone |
Y |
Note: The 170iTransport does not display iPod/iPhone
text information. You will still need to view song, artist, and
track information from your docked iPod/iPhone's screen. Apple
iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results. If
you download a newer software version, you may need to reset the
device and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't
work, you may need to revert to the older software version or wait
until an newer software update is available.
iPod/iPhone Specifics: Each model of iPod/iPhone has its own characteristics which affect the
functionality of the 170iTransport.
- iPod nano (1 gen)*: Will only output digital audio while
in the "extended interface" mode. This means that the iPod click wheel
interface is not available while attached to the 170iTransport and listening
to digital audio out.
- iPod nano (2 gen.): Will allow digital audio out while
still allowing the iPod click-wheel interface to
function normally.
- iPod nano (3/4/5 gen): Supports component video out and
digital audio out while still allowing the iPod click wheel interface to
function normally.
- iPod nano (6 gen): Will allow digital audio out while still
allowing the iPod touchscreen interface to
function normally.
- iPod video (5 gen)*: Supports S-Video out (not component
video). The iPod video can only output digital audio while in the "extended
interface" mode. This means that the iPod click wheel interface is not
available while attached to the 170iTransport and listening to digital audio
out.
- iPod classic (80/120/160GB): Supports component video out and
digital audio out while still allowing the iPod click wheel interface to
function normally.
- iPod touch (1/2/3/4 gen): Supports component video out and
digital audio out while still allowing the iPod touch screen interface to
function normally.
- iPhone (2G/3G/3GS/4): Your iPhone will need be placed in Airplane
mode.
Note: The Wadia 170iTransport comes supplied with 5 iPod adapter
inserts (video 30GB, video 60GB, nano 1st gen., nano 2nd gen.,
and nano 3rd gen.). The iPod classic (80/120/160GB), touch
(1st/2nd/3rd gen.), and
iPod nano (4th/5th gen.) come with their own adapter insert.
True-Bit Digital Audio: The 170iTransport bypasses the digital-to-analog
conversion and analog output stage from your iPod when connected via digital
coax. By providing a pure digital
audio output from your iPod/iPhone, the 170iTransport enables performance that is only
limited by the resolution of your audio files stored on the iPod/iPhone, and the
overall quality of your audio system. In other words, the 170iTransport makes it
possible to achieve true audiophile performance from your iPod/iPhone.
Note: Wadia recommends storing music on your iPod/iPhone in the highest
bit rate for optimum sonic performance. Storing music files at higher
bit rates will require substantially more storage space on your computer and
iPod/iPhone, however, the sonic improvement is self-evident. The highest available
quality is achieved by importing music into iTunes as WAV files. Another good
option for storing music in iTunes is Apple Lossless.
Audio/Video Connections: The 170iTransport offers a native digital
audio output (coaxial), high-resolution component and S-Video output, and analog
audio outputs for your connected iPod/iPhone.
- Digital Out: This is a digital coax audio output that is
compatible with the S/PDIF standard. It is intended to connected to a coax
digital input on a compatible device. The unit comes with a 41" coaxial
digital cable.
- Note: Currently iPod does not have the processing power
to display Cover Flow properly over a digital audio connection and allow
access to the digital information.
- Analog Audio: Left and right analog outputs to connect to a
compatible analog device. The analog audio outputs are not active
simultaneously with the digital audio output.
- S-Video/Composite Video: For the older generation of video
capable iPods (such as the iPod video), this connection will supply the
video output from your docked iPod video (5th gen.). The iPod must not
be in the "extended interface" mode.
- Component Video: This is the high resolution video output
available from the newer generation iPod/iPhones such as the iPhone
(3G/3GS/4), iPod touch (1st/2nd/3rd/4th
gen.), iPod classic (80/120/160GB) and iPod nano (3rd/4th/5th gen.).
- Note: The Wadia 170iTransport only acts as a high-performance
pass-thru for video signals. Picture performance is limited to the
quality of the material stored on your iPod/iPhone.
Wireless Remote Control: The 170iTransport comes supplied
with an IR infrared remote control to allow basic operation of your iPod/iPhone such as
Play/Pause, Next Track, and Previous Track. You can also continue to control
your iPod/iPhone from its click-wheel or touch-screen.
Note: Some iPods (iPod nano 1st gen. and iPod video) will
only operate in "Extended Interface" mode during digital audio playback or
video playback; this means the iPod's click-wheel will be locked and you
will need to operate the iPod from the supplied remote control.
Power Supply With Charging Capability: The Wadia iTransport operates on standard household AC
current using the supplied detachable AC power adapter and power cord. The
170iTransport will charge your compatible iPod/iPhone while docked.
