Someone recommended this as a good alternative to the P-SB7 as a spirit contact device. Anyone have any experience using it this way?
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It is not good for that. AM, FM, and Weather band frequencies only-- plus, the antenna can be expected to receive from only so far.[For proper reading of this post, please set you snark tuner to level 8]
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Hi Seeker of Truth, Here are the features of this radio. Weather Band Tuning Function Lets you listen up-to-the-minute weather from your local weather band broadcasts. -Direct Weather Button Lets you access weather forecast at the touch of a button. -20 Station Preset Memory Uses electronic settings for easy one-button tuning for your choice of audio from 5 weather band, 10 FM and 5 AM stations. -1 "AAA" Battery Operation Provides hours of listening and helps to make the Walkman radio compact and inexpensive to use. -5 Direct Key Preset Memory Allows you to electronically tune into any 5 stations you set, even if in different frequency bands with the press of a single, easy-to-reach button. -Digital Clock and Battery Indicator Lets you keep track of the correct time and provides a visible indication of when battery power becomes low. -Included accessories Stereo Headphone and Belt Clip Provided. Lets you listen in private and the belt clip ensures quick attachment to a belt. -FM Local/Distance (DX) Switch Provides optimal reception of both close and distant radio stations. Thanks. &gt;Joffrey
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I have always used it that way. In fact, I got one for my relatives because it worked so well. Highly recommend it. Mine lasted over 20 years. I am tempted to replace it but there is no reason to.
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The PL880 has very good sync and good ssb. I have firmware 8820 dated 3/31/14. Earlier versions may have had poor sync and ssb.
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Hello I'm jim with Wheatland paranormal. I did purchase the Altec speaker for my sB 7 box and it works very well. it is extremely loud for some reason I cannot turn it down with the volume key on my sB 7 box. but on my laptop or mp3 player the volume works very well. highly recommend it
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I have not tried either, yet I believe it works as a general mike. Since I use it for a vocal disability, it should work fine, yet I am unable to use it on Skype, Rosseta, Dragon, or other Application Programs, but only because my disability.
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This is not listed as a 'certified' compatible vonage device. Has anyone actually tried it? I understand the BS nature of the 'certified' device, but I'm look for at least one confirmed success.
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They claim Windows Vista and Windows 7 compatibility but I seriously doubt trouble-free operation considering their latest driver (as of July 2010) is dated 2007 (before Vista was released!). Besides, there are many claims of the software being very buggy! I would not buy this unit so the question is... where do we find a PSTN to VoIP device that works with the latest version of Windows (Win 7) and the latest version of Skype?
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I have used it to talk to someone but personally the audio for phone calls isnt the best, i would use this strictly for a portable music player thats mega tiny.
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You probably could use it as a VOIP headset with the right adapters. It's really intended for use with a dedicated dial pad. I would look for a cheaper solution for VOIP.
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Yes. That's what i'm using it for. Note though that the contact is really iffy.
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I never set it up to use as a phone. It is very slow - lots of error messages about things not loading where I have to click "wait" - so I don't know how reliable it would be using SMS.
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I use this speaker and the SB7 Spirit box for my sessions. It works as it was intended. Love having the case mine came with.
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Dear DMG. You are doing everything right. I am a PI and this device is my backup I carry for just-in-case-have-to-record situation. I have listened to it using all the players on my computer. These Chinese made systems are binary: they either work and are great or you send it back for a new one and hope the new one works! I had to send back THREE pen video recorders before I got one that worked!
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I too is very interested about its performance if used in the phillippines and if I can download my contacts and Calendar from outlook express. Your help will be very much appreciated; Livestrong TCASLO in Arroyo Grande , CA
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There is no "visual", are you perhaps looking for the K2 meter that alerts to presence? The Spirit Box is for capturing voices/talking/interacting. You hold a recorder (see my reviews for the one I love) nearby and capture responses that you often cannot hear while you are using the box. Over time you'll get better at hearing what comes through as it does and then can sometimes have a bit of a conversation.
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I have Phonak hearing aids with the Compilot Bluetooth/remote. Works very well with my telephone! It even sends caller ID when the phone rings. I have several family and friends' numbers programmed in the phone and in those cases tells me who's calling.
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We downloaded voxer and use it as a direct walkie talkie to talk to kids. Good app. Otherwise its a tablet not a phone. Im sure any wifi phone app will work but voxer is all weve tried it is free