These days everyone is so obsessed with smartphones, netbooks iPad elegant, almost seem anachronistic to be excited about TV in the car. Who needs TV in the car, I can hear people cry. Well, I think that next time you’re driving on the road, passing through certain public lands and their children start getting restless and you’re done playing DVD.
Of course, there is no analog TV, so I’m not talking about the broadcast content of age. We are basically talking about cable TV in the road. The idea was defeated and I am glad that a consumer has the option. Unfortunately, not all stations can be found at home, but is an important line of varied content.
Let It FLO
For the review we received the FLO TV service through VOD10PS2 Audiovox. We evaluation throughout Southern California and for a drive and back from Phoenix, Arizona. I have to say that the hardest part of all this was trying to get some time back seat to watch Comedy Central, ESPN and CNBC, among other channels (see complete list below). Finally persuaded the woman to be my driver and I was happy enough when I turned on some cable news. Cable in the car is fine!
Flotv Guide
The image quality is not what you might expect, however. Not exactly like watching videos on YouTube bad, but, say, the picture is not clear. Here are the specs: FLO TV broadcasts in QVGA (320 x 240) resolution and increases the quality of the black box with what they call bicubic scaling algorithms to VGA (640 x 480) resolution. In the relatively large screen of 10.2 “LCD in the VOD10PS2 Audiovox, the image was passable. But as the content is king! And frankly, that’s what mattered. If you want high resolution, then I’ll see a Blu-Ray on my flat screen at home.
Video Flotv
Audiovox said that the placement of the antenna can affect signal strength. You can check your signal strength on the display of information, if possible, you may want to experiement with the location of the antenna. We had installed in the rear of the roof of our Honda SUV.
If you are planning to travel and want to know what areas of the country are covered by the service that you can go to the website of FLO TV and check the coverage map in www.flotv.com / maps. From Phoenix, I had the opportunity to see several episodes of Jersey Shore (yes, yes, yes, keep your comments to yourself), even long after he had left the city. Finally, when we were on the ass of the world the signal was interrupted sporadically. Three times the signal is restored until it finally lost the signal completely. It was time for some of PS2 at this point. But more on that later.
Speaking of the signal. Here’s a quick comparison of the strengths of FLO TV signals and satellite TV:
FLO TV has a range of 716 to 722 MHz frequency. When discussing this with Jonathan Frank, Director of Business Strategy Audiovox Mobile, said the picture quality is not a function of the spectrum, but true spectrum is more or less valuable by how well it spreads, that is, as he says, “FLO TV spectrum in the 716-722MHz spread to much longer distances and through buildings, tunnels better than higher frequencies.”
For audio, I used the option of FM Mod After several days of this, I could not stand it anymore. Connect the audio directly, it will be much happier. As for the headphones, that sounded great and were comfortable. As for the teams, the only problem I had was with the FLO TV remote control. Not that response and I had to hit certain buttons repeatedly to access the menu of channels and specific channels.
Flotv Components
As I said, the channel list is not extensive, but that is only in relation with what you have at home. You still get over 30 channels including Nickelodeon and Disney Channel (for parents). For sports fans who are always in conflict with the planning of family trips during a significant part of the sports seasons, they have ESPN, ESPNEWS, ESPN 2 and FOX Sports. You do not have a tape or DVR a program and view the days after the event.
Audiovox VOD10PS2
I had a few different flipdown video screens and DVD players and none have lasted. Some do not even last a few months before they were defective. I realized from the beginning some of the products would not last. Open and close the monitor, inspect the tank and is almost obvious. As obvious: the high quality of VOD10PS2. It is a solid product (something Audiovox has a reputation for its products mobile video head) with a very secure locking mechanism for the monitor. It has to be done well and which also contains a mini PlayStation 2. Open the PS2 and monitor flips down from the bottom when you unlock it.
Audiovox VOD10PS2
I’m sure some of you are scoffing at the idea of having the old PS2 and the game console car. Frankly, I do not want a PS3 in the car. It may sound funny to say that this is excessive when we’re talking about having cable TV in your ride, but it is. And it does Audiovox PS3. If you want to do a custom install, well, that’s another story. Moreover, my favorite titles are not available on PS3. That is, GT5, I am convinced it will never be released and who cares about Prologue! And my game has been discontinued WRC. VOD10PS2 played in which I think is still one of the best driving games ever! But I digress.
The PlayStation also serves as a DVD player, of course. There is a remote control for DVD and general functions. The system is also accompanied by two game controllers. And also have two games included: a title Ratchet & Clank and Hot Shots Golf 2. (Note: The PlayStation accept the regular PS2 memory card.) There are two folding RF wireless headphones. In terms of a package is more than complete. The headset, as mentioned, are comfortable and my preferred method for listening to the sound of television, and DVD audio and video games.
The display offers a DVD image and GT4 (my game of choice for this evaluation.) Overall, the FLO TV, DVD and PS2 are combined to form the perfect in-car entertainment! And now that summer is here and you’re planning a family road trip, it would be negligent not to look at this combination for you and your family entertained while traveling from point A to B.
Costs
about the FLO TV service costs about $ 9 a month and lists for $ 949 Audiovox VOD10PS2, but the store, you can find some good deals. In full blast is still worthwhile, a 30% discount or more is a no-brainer. This is the ceiling mounted video units you want in your vehicle.
Although it has been talked about more stations available at the end of the year, there has been no official confirmation. I was told that the information is highly confidential and FLO TV something not to talk until the final stages of signing a contract. (Note: The channels vary from one product to another due to content licensing agreements / FLO has with different service providers.)
Channel List:
ABC, ABC Entertainment, ABC Family, Adult Swim Mobile, CBS, CBS College Sports, CBS News, CNBC, COMEDY CENTRAL, CNN Mobile, Crackle movies, Disney Channel, Disney Channel Original Movies, ESPN, ESPNEWS, ESPN 2, FOX extra ,, FOX News Channel, Fox Sports, FUEL TV, MSNBC, MTV, NBC 2Go, NBC News, NBC Sports, Nickelodeon, Playhouse Disney, SOAPnet and TMZ.