It was some 20 buck device that plugs into the headphone jack. I'm unsure why there are horror stories but think it could be expectations were too high. That is they expected it to work more than a few feet from the antenna. My 20 buck wonder with a fresh AAA battery is just fine but I have to keep it inside the car and to the side of the car with the antenna to get acceptable clarity.
I'll get an iPod next time since I can get a nice keyfob remote control as well.
Bob
From what I read most FM transmitters are anywhere from "poor to occasionally acceptable" . This has an impact on what Mp3 I buy; so any good ideas for a transmitter choice ?? CNET reviews appear to have nothing but horror stories..
My 3 player choices to mate to : Zune, Creative M, or Gigabeat S.

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