Does the Fuze+ have any electrical interference on FM? My RCA MP3 player's hum/buzz from electrical interference makes me crazy.
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I did not hear 60Hz hum or buzz when using my Fuze+. Many other inexpensive MP3 players (eg Panasonic, Cobe) have very conspicuous electronic noise from the unit processor (aka interrupt noise). I find the SanDisks Sansas better shielded from internal noise than cheapter products, but it is not perfect. AC hum hasn't been one of my complaints. Another idea you could try, if you happen to be in a high-noise area, is to get a length of wire, connect it to a metal coffee can and plug the wire into the ground outlet of a three-pronged outlet. That should create a Faraday cage which should absorb that 60Hz signal. I did not hear 60Hz hum or buzz when using my Fuze+. Many other inexpensive MP3 players (eg Panasonic, Cobe) have very conspicuous electronic noise from the unit processor (aka interrupt noise). I find the SanDisks Sansas better shielded from internal noise than cheapter products, but it is not perfect. AC hum hasn't been one of my complaints. Another idea you could try, if you happen to be in a high-noise area, is to get a length of wire, connect it to a metal coffee can and plug the wire into the ground outlet of a three-pronged outlet. That should create a Faraday cage which... » Read More I did not hear 60Hz hum or buzz when using my Fuze+. Many other inexpensive MP3 players (eg Panasonic, Cobe) have very conspicuous electronic noise from the unit processor (aka interrupt noise). I find the SanDisks Sansas better shielded from internal noise than cheapter products, but it is not perfect. AC hum hasn't been one of my complaints. Another idea you could try, if you happen to be in a high-noise area, is to get a length of wire, connect it to a metal coffee can and plug the wire into the ground outlet of a three-pronged outlet. That should create a Faraday cage which should absorb that 60Hz signal. « Show Less
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I don't know about FM interference, sorry, but what I do know is that the headphone jack is not well-built and can easily become unstable if you stress it too much or unplug the headphone plug too many times. Be careful if you buy it. Besides, if you want a really well-made digital audio player, the Fiio X1 is so much better in every way! It's about $100, so not so much more than the Fuze, which I re-Fuze to buy any more, lol.
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Thank you! I finally solved the hum problem by plugging the iMic into "Line Out" on my amplifier instead of directly into my turntable. The hum disappeared! Hope you got your hum solved, too.Maria
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I am amazed by the quality of the FM reception...when I can get it. Unfortunately where I work (which is why I got the item in the first place), I get only very few stations due to interference by building/steel, etc. I've not tried the record feature.
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I haven't noticed any interference. It is installed in my bedroom and i don't use the computer or phone or TV in there. Not much help I fear.
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I have only done this with the transmitter set up to charge while playing and didn't notice any hum being picked up. I did have it charging off a plug-in adapter (versus being connected to a computer USB port). Just as a consideration, if this is how you intend to use the system on occasion, you might want to purchase higher amperage plug-in USB chargers ...most computer USB's put out very low amperage and if your using the system while it's charging there might not be enough amperage to do both (power the transmitter and charge the battery). Of the two components, the transmitter uses the most power and its power cell exhausts before the receivers. I have only done this with the transmitter set up to charge while playing and didn't notice any hum being picked up. I did have it charging off a plug-in adapter (versus being connected to a computer USB port). Just as a consideration, if this is how you intend to use the system on occasion, you might want to purchase higher amperage plug-in USB chargers ...most computer USB's put out very low amperage and if your using the system while it's charging there might not be enough amperage to do both (power the transmitter and charge the battery). Of the two components, the transmitter uses the... » Read More I have only done this with the transmitter set up to charge while playing and didn't notice any hum being picked up. I did have it charging off a plug-in adapter (versus being connected to a computer USB port). Just as a consideration, if this is how you intend to use the system on occasion, you might want to purchase higher amperage plug-in USB chargers ...most computer USB's put out very low amperage and if your using the system while it's charging there might not be enough amperage to do both (power the transmitter and charge the battery). Of the two components, the transmitter uses the most power and its power cell exhausts before the receivers. « Show Less
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Did you also unplug the player? It sounds crazy but electronics these days are very sensitive. It works for me 99.9.
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I installed this amp as a secondary amp to power the hogtunes woofer upgrade. There is no interference with the radio at all. But I run the original antenna on my ultra. If you have the hidden antenna it could have some affect..
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You know I had to go and check! However, I have an 828LM and no hum whatsoever. Have you unplugged (the replugged) the unit and tested it away from other equipment for this humming noise?
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I have the 8gb Sansa Clip, and have found the FM reception to be surprisingly good. I was told by a Best Buy employee that the Fuze has even better reception.
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Yes, But I don't understand why that would ensure a "no buzz" scenario. Perhaps your home radio needs to be looked at as the culprit!
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The output is VAC. Your radio is probably DC. Not sure that's going to work.
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I'm not sure why you would get interference? I use mine with a pair of zagg ear buds and it works fine. I also use it as kind of pre-amp with my mp3 player into a receiver. Works fine.
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Thank you! I finally solved the hum problem by plugging the iMic into "Line Out" on my amplifier instead of directly into my turntable. The hum disappeared! Hope you got your hum solved, too. Maria
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I use it specifically to send TV audio to my sound bar. I haven't detected a hum. However, I normally unplug it when I'm not using it.
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It's difficult to say. While it could be component failure in the amp, it could also be interference between your location and the broadcaster, such as larger trees than before, newer buildings or even machinery in factories. Digital transmissions are delicate, and I find my reception is affected even by windy days moving the trees and branches a lot. I know how frustrating it is. Try moving the antenna location, even a foot one way or the other can make a huge difference with DTV interference. My internet-cable company installed a new modem in my house and now I can't get any AM radio reception due to the terrible noise it is silently generating on the airwaves. Just loud buzzing. As soon as I unplug it, I get perfect reception all over the house. Could you have anything new, nearby, ie Microwave oven, electronic power supply for laptops or phone chargers etc? I find that a lot of the offshore made electronics lacks proper shielding. Very poorly made stuff. Just some ideas. Good luck.
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Hi, I. Cambell, yes it seems like a defect in your particular radio. You may want to consider an exchange. my fm is fine.
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I have had the same experience from the beginning. I contacted Pyle and they had me return it to Brooklyn (at my cost) and sent it back within a week, and the problem channel was fixed no charge. Now, however, a different channel has been cutting out in FM so this will have to go back again. At this point, the unit is about six months old. I'm happy with its performance as an amplifier, when it's working, but it's problems point to poor original workmanship.