The RCA RP5512I iPod clock has a surprisingly powerful sound for such a small device. It also has a variety of useful features, such as dual-alarms and light-dimming settings. However, the radio reception on this iPod clock radio is extremely poor.
The RCA RP5512I iPod dock has all the features you would expect from an iPod clock radio. You can use an iPhone or iPod as your alarm, the radio or a buzzer. You can also customize the alarm to use a combination of the different options for different alarms. Some other similar devices will not let you have a sleep and an alarm function set simultaneously, but that’s no problem with this device. The RCA iPod dock also has a line-in jack to connect to any other audio output device that has a headphone jack.
The entire display screen is an LED display that will activate full brightness if the room is bright or go dim if the room is dark. This can be especially useful to help keep a room dark. The screen can also be adjusted with a small switch on the side of the dock.
The RCA iPod dock will slide in and out of the station to help keep the connection clean and help maximize space. You can avoid gumming up the iPod charger by storing it inside the alarm clock. This can also help the clock maximize space and really add a nice look to the iPhone dock. However, there is a lot of plastic on this device and the workmanship feels flimsy. Be careful not to be too rough on this iPhone clock radio.
We were pleasantly surprised at the sound the RCA iPod dock produced. There are customizable EQ settings to help you find the best bass/treble balance for your music. Even at full bass, though, we felt the quality of the bass sound could be stronger, but overall we were impressed. There was no static or playback at high volumes.
This iPhone clock radio has both an AM and FM radio, however, the antenna is poor and radio reception is full of static. While this may not be an issue for most people, if you are looking to listen to a radio and all your portable music devices, we suggest checking out the iHome iP90 iPod clock radio.
From plugging in the iPhone clock radio to setting the alarm, the RCA RP5512I model is simple to use. The screen will automatically adjust to the brightness of the room to allow you to see the clock. Every feature was easy to set and the alarm was totally reliable.
The manufacturer of this iPod clock radio has a few different ways to receive customer support. There are sections of frequently asked questions and online forms. To leave a question on the website you must first create a username and profile. Also, there are no online chats or telephone numbers, all communication is done through email and forms.
The RCA RP5512I iPod clock radio has a quality sound, is effortless to use and has a sleek design. However, the radio reception is mediocre and the customer service options leave much to be desired.
