I have a zune 80gb. Will the zune 80 gb work with the optical cable with this dock? I already have optical run in the wall.
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I don't think the video will play back, however, the audio will work. I believe the video will only playback on the zune hd only.
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My Zune dock connects via HDMI cable to my Samsung HD TV. My HDTV optical audio out connects via an optical cable to my surround sound receiver. Therefore, when I switch the TV source to the Zune dock the receiver plays the Zune Music optically from my TV & the TV video display is what the Zune player would display in it's 'standalone' (out of the dock) mode.
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No, Optical will not work. You'll just get a fancy charger.http://www.head-fi.org/t/467890/zune-hd-optical-out-via-dock talks about it a bit."I tried Zune HD dock with Zune 120 and got no optical out as expected. Toslink out is driven by Tegra processor available only in Zune HD, so don't expect miracles there."and the zune 120 uses the same hardware as the 80 sans the harddrive. Getting a ZuneHD may not be a bad idea per say... to have a portable unit with Optical is kinda rare. Some of the old IRivers had them. I think some of the more premium players (HiFiMan/Colorfly) have them, but you're looking at a higher price than a new zune and the dock. No, Optical will not work. You'll just get a fancy charger.http://www.head-fi.org/t/467890/zune-hd-optical-out-via-dock talks about it a bit."I tried Zune HD dock with Zune 120 and got no optical out as expected. Toslink out is driven by Tegra processor available only in Zune HD, so don't expect miracles there."and the zune 120 uses the same hardware as the 80 sans the harddrive. Getting a ZuneHD may not be a bad idea per say... to have a portable unit with Optical is kinda rare. Some of the old IRivers had them. I think some of the more... » Read More No, Optical will not work. You'll just get a fancy charger.http://www.head-fi.org/t/467890/zune-hd-optical-out-via-dock talks about it a bit."I tried Zune HD dock with Zune 120 and got no optical out as expected. Toslink out is driven by Tegra processor available only in Zune HD, so don't expect miracles there."and the zune 120 uses the same hardware as the 80 sans the harddrive. Getting a ZuneHD may not be a bad idea per say... to have a portable unit with Optical is kinda rare. Some of the old IRivers had them. I think some of the more premium players (HiFiMan/Colorfly) have them, but you're looking at a higher price than a new zune and the dock. « Show Less
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It definitely should be. As far as I know, they didn't change the charging/sync port for any of the Zune models so you wouldn't have to keep getting different ones.
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It works with all Zunes. Charges and plays when it's docked. I own 2 and I absolutely love them.
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No you cannot. The proper cable I think would be a Microsoft zune cable. For your use do not buy.
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Hi D. Clemens... I didn't see a response to this, so I just wanted to give some assistance. The instruction manual on page 45 states that you can run pictures and music from any USB device. I did see some comment that the Zune MP3 player wasn't supported. Thanks,
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I have this product and I have the Zune 120 and it works perfectly without bracket the brackets are only for the 4, 8, 30, and 80 GB Zunes
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Sorry Angela, It comes with 3 adapters for differing GB's but only adapts up to 80GB. EDIT: I guess I am in the minority here, and I dont have a 120GB, just going by what I read on unit I bought at http://amazon.com. Unless the 120GB is new and the connector to the dock is exactly the same size and number of pins as the 80GB model, then it should work/charge and transmit data to receiver/home dock/etc.
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According to the manufacturer's approved devices for this dock, it appears as if you need a different model. Particularly this one:Zune HD AV DockHowever, some have reported that you CAN charge and utilize this particular dock, but will need extra cables as this doesn't support video.
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I have the same problem, pre-ordered new Zune 80, and interested in this pack. I see that there is a new a/v pack. Is this 100% certain? Are there any official sources of info on this?
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i M Hving problems with using it with my zune hd32 it charged it initially but its not coming through the tv at all.. people say it works through component cables so i will try that tomorrow
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amazon mp3 dowload center works, just make sure you have the zune software looking for music in the folder amazon downloads to. The napster homepage lists zune as a compatable device, so it should also work, though iI have not tried it. I strongly suggest trying out the zune pass from zune marketplace. 15 bucks a month gets you 99% of the music in the entire marketplace. Truly remarkable if you are buying 2 albums per month anywhere else (including amazon). I only use amazon if zune marketplace doesn't offer the album. Hope this helps, happy holidays!
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In my opinion the best thing about the Zune is the marketplace. You can subscribe and download a bunch of music for just the flat rate. Other than that they are pretty much the same. You can download stuff from limewire and add it to the Zune no problem just by linking where that program saves the files. The other problem with the zune is there are not alot of accessories for the product. That might change but if you go to the store the amount of products for Ipods especially if you want a radio that will be instantly compatible you have to go Ipod. I hate saying it because I'm now Zune all the way, I've even converted my wife to zune, but damn, every time I walk into the store I wish mine would be compatible with some of the boom boxes that are sold there. If you need any other info just let me know, I own a 80g Zune, an 8g and an old 30g. I know zunes.
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Do you know what generation zune you have? Unfortunately my zune broke before I was able to use it. I had a 30gb zune which was a little boxy and not slender
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Since most speaker systems have a 3.5mm in, you should be able to use almost any speakers that are even made for ipods. We used our zune with a bose sounddock for quite some time and it worked well. There are 3.5mm to bluetooth devices that would allow you to transmit to bluetooth speakers (seach for 3.5mm bluetooth transmitter on amazon). I don't know how well they work, but that would allow you use any of all the bluetooth speakers out there. I don't think you're going to find a good docking speakers made for the Zune. Good luck!
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I just sold my Zune 30 for an 80GB ipod classic. I loved my Zune, I really love the device. I think it is excellent! And it has loads of features with a huge screen which was just freaking awesome! What it came down to though was that I didn't like the Zune software. I always had problems with it, I found it to be not as easy to use as itunes or even windows media player. I am not too sure what Microsoft was actually trying to do, but I didn't like it at all. Just the software alone kept me from using my Zune, and it's a shame. Microsoft really has a great product on their hand, I would love for them to update their marketplace so it is more fluent though. I just sold my Zune 30 for an 80GB ipod classic. I loved my Zune, I really love the device. I think it is excellent! And it has loads of features with a huge screen which was just freaking awesome! What it came down to though was that I didn't like the Zune software. I always had problems with it, I found it to be not as easy to use as itunes or even windows media player. I am not too sure what Microsoft was actually trying to do, but I didn't like it at all. Just the software alone kept me from using my Zune, and it's a shame. Microsoft really has a great product on their hand, I would... » Read More I just sold my Zune 30 for an 80GB ipod classic. I loved my Zune, I really love the device. I think it is excellent! And it has loads of features with a huge screen which was just freaking awesome! What it came down to though was that I didn't like the Zune software. I always had problems with it, I found it to be not as easy to use as itunes or even windows media player. I am not too sure what Microsoft was actually trying to do, but I didn't like it at all. Just the software alone kept me from using my Zune, and it's a shame. Microsoft really has a great product on their hand, I would love for them to update their marketplace so it is more fluent though. « Show Less
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This AV Dock is for the newer Zune HD 16/32/64GB models. Unfortunately, your original Zune 30GB is not compatible. However, depending on your stereo system, if it has an 'Audio In' jack, then I would recommend buying 3.5mm Male To 3.5mm Male Stereo Audio Cable.
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I have not tried this combination,but have used it in my Zune 120gb and paired it with my iPhone with no issues.