The Yamaha YDS-12 Universal iPod Dock: "Works With iPhone"- Certified Convenience. There are several iPod docking stations on the market, but few are as convenient as the YDS-12, which is both "Made for iPod" and is now "Works with iPhone"-certified, unlike previous dock models. Connection is easy--simply plug the dock into a compatible Yamaha receiver's rear-panel port. Once connected, the dock not only charges your iPod and plays your favorite playlists through the receiver's stereo or surround speakers, but it also shows iPod images and movies through an attached monitor or HDTV. It's the perfect solution for people who regularly download TV shows from iTunes but want to watch them on a big TV or display. The rest of the time, you can rock out to all your favorite songs with style. And it works seamlessly with your existing Yamaha home theater system--the YDS-12 lets you operate your iPod from across the room using the receiver's remote control and onscreen display, so you don't need to rise off the sofa each time you want to change selections. Connecting your iPod to a home theater system has never been easier or sounded so good.
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Very pricey for what it does
I purchased this for my Yamaha RX-V567. I did not fully understand from the other reviews the features and limitations of this dock, so I will try to explain it clearly here. You can find the "User Guide" on-line, but it is utterly useless - in 11 different languages.
The YDS-12 connects to your Yamaha receiver through a proprietary connector. This connector has upwards of 60 pins, yet the device has very few features. These receivers are capable of firmware updates, so it is entirely possible that future enhancements may one day be available. Other Yamaha receivers have gotten enhancements for their docks in the past.
Once connected, you can plug your Apple device into the dock - and here is the first big negative about the YDS-12. Like most Apple docks, your iPod/iPhone stands nearly vertical on its own (it actually leans back about 20 degrees). It is expected to stay in that position while it is docked, putting a good deal of pressure on the Apple...
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works but could be better....
This model finally works with the iphone 3gs and 4. There is an A/B switch on the back that makes this unit compatible with older Yamaha receiver's like the V365. On newer receiver's like the 367 the ipod will charge while the receiver is turned off BUT once it is charged it stops charging - stupid - so if you want to keep a ipod touch constantly connected it will be dead by morning because it will stop charging - the setting in the receiver is either off or auto - auto meaning to automatically cease charging once it detects a full battery then it will not turn back on unless the ipod is removed and reseated on the yds-12 - very dumb. Also why doesnt any info about the song display on the receiver's front display ? I mean the dock cable has like 50 wires in it you would think you would get a little more out of this connector than audio and a half butt charging function that fails when the unit is turned off. The first gen unit was weak and the second gen isn't much better other than...
Nice!
Bought this dock to use with my RX-V765, works perfect!
Just upgraded to the iPhone 4 and it still works
as stated! Nice design, looks good with my other
gear.
Product Features :
- Works with iPhone-certified accessory dock for compatible Yamaha receivers
- Universal iPod/iPhone docking station custom designed for select Yamaha home theater receivers
- Plays your iPod/iPhone's music and video clips through home theater speakers and attached monitor
- Uses receiver's remote control to operate iPod/iPhone, charges your iPod or iPhone while in the base
- Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, iPod nano, iPod Click Wheel (including iPod classic), iPod mini
Rating : 4.2
List Price : $99.95
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