If I plug this radio into the usb power supply, can I leave them on and use them? Or, for them to work do they need to be unplugged from power?
1137918
no idea, I do not use this product because it is crap, do not buy this product
1208254
Yes they will need to plug into an outlet. They have powered woofers, and a sub woofer you can hook up to you subwoofer connection.
241229
I attached mine to an aux. DC adapter and just plugged it into one of the aux. ports in the power center. works great!
1273335
No, they have to be plugged into the device you are using. You can use them for the three but they must be plugged into the one you are using them for!
761648
I have the same question and there isn't a clear answer with rationale. Can anyone chime in on this? My speakers are not USB powered. They have a dedicated power supply.
1208258
They do need to be plugged in. Each column has a high tech 300 w amp that powers the sub woofers. They crank!!!!!!!! If you get them, plug them in to a surge protector.
1420347
Unfortunately they DO need to be plugged in all the time in order to be used. For outdoor use you will need a portable power source. I recommend Paul C Buff's Vagabond Mini Lithium portable power. It's light weight, easy to carry and it costs less than $250.
840621
Not sure what you mean. The radio works off of regular power or batteries. Your device (phone or iPod) connects via Bluetooth, but this radio does not charge the phone or iPod.
2267830
No your computer can be on and they can be plugged in to the computer for power but plug them into your phone or MP3 player for music. You can also plug them Into the wall if you have a certain wall charger for an iphone or iPod
1131351
so when buying these radios they are not set and ready for use?? do i have to program them for them to work with each other???
679864
if you have a headphone jack. keep in mind they are usb powered. if you have usb on your pc you can power them with your pc. if you don't, you can always power them with a usb wall adapter.
229531
No, the headphones were completely dead when I received them. I plugged them in for a test and they worked. The headphones will work with the audio cable when the power is off. I just tried this out.
462677
Must be plugged in. One of my 12 volt outlets cuts off power when I turn off ingnition and open door to exit. I use that power source so that I don't have to worry about it being "on" all the time. Will resume last song played when power is restored.
1999599
Yes, I try to keep mine plugged in as much as possible. You do have to make sure it is in the off position (Radio Off)for the charge to hold. Mine has held a charge with just the batteries for 6 days and about 25 - 30 (volume dependent) hours of use - before failure. Better than most radios for reception - -when you see the antenna you will understand. Use it for yard work with an fm transmitter and take it deep in the woods for the local stations 70+ miles away. Durable, not the greatest fidelity, but adequate...small size makes it easy to pack anywhere...use it nearly every day!
615368
they are powered...just plug them into an electricity outlet, then your computer or mp3 player and hit play. three years of heavy use and they are still AWSEOME!!!!
826983
I had never heard that. I have not had any power issues with them. I sent a set of these to a friend in WA to use when he travels. He said they are working just fine and have really increased his reception.
387693
No, it does not need to be plugged into your computer. It does work off wireless internet access. If your work has WiFi then the radio should work just fine.