Concertone no longer used by Wildcat

by Mopar_Earl on 11/11/2011, 9:08 pm

Nice system. Has an ipod interface and HDMI output. It doesn't have surround sound though. Maybe in the future they'll add 5.1 channel or better surround sound.

Earl

by jamesb on 11/12/2011, 3:38 am

I'm glad to see the end of Concertone!! It's amazing it takes that long to get rid of a product that failed the world. But with technonlogy today, no surround sound?? That's a let down. I guess like before, we will just have to buy additional equipment to bring their product up to par. Thanks for the update.

by TC on 11/12/2011, 4:00 am

Surround sound is addictive. Hope they can find a way to ad it ASAP.

As for Concertone...bye-bye and good ridance!!...won't miss ya a bit!! As soon as I come up with an ideal alternative, I'll use mine for target practice. 2guns

TC

by John&ConnieNeeley on 11/13/2011, 2:02 pm

My 2011 313RE must have been the last one to have that crappy Concertone....what a piece of junk... I'd change it out, but for as much as I use it, to heck with it....

by Wildcat Chris on 11/16/2011, 4:13 am

That's the new Jensen 975 we're putting in all Wildcat product:
http://www.jensenrvdirect.com/jensen-am-fm-cd-dvd-usb-wb-ipod-ready-wallmount-stereo-with-hdmi-video-output.html

JENSEN AM/FM/CD/DVD/USB/WB/iPOD Ready Wallmount Stereo with HDMI Video Output
Product #: AWM975

Get all you want and more with this wallmount stereo masterpiece! The JENSEN AWM975 has all the tried-and-true features as well as all the latest technologies allowing you to control all types of media from one wallmount stereo. The AWM975 has an AM/FM tuner as well as a CD and DVD player that will survive the bumps and jolts of the road. The USB port and iPod ready features allow users to listen to their personal music library easily. Completing the AWM975 masterpiece is WeatherBand which will signal alerts when inclement weather is approaching and the HDMI with CEC video output. This piece of electronic art is what your wall is missing.

Features for the JENSEN AM/FM/CD/DVD/USB/WB/iPOD Ready Wallmount Stereo with HDMI Video Output

- 12V DC Power
- 132W Total – 3-Zone Audio Output
- AM/FM Electronic Tuner (US/Euro)
- NOAA 7 Station Weatherband Tuner
- Full iPod® audio controls & charging
(requires interface cable - sold separately)
- 1 - HDMI with CEC Video output that when used with Jensen LCD TV's with CEC feature,
allow you to control functions of both with one remote
- 720p and 1080i Source Resolution selectable by menu
- Digital Audio Input (1 – Coaxial, 1 – Optical)
- 3 Level User Selectable Dimming Display (Power Off)
- Front Panel Headphone Out (1/8” Jack)
- Front USB support playback MP3 /WMA/ JPEG format
- 1 - Front Aux A/V input (1/8” jack)
- 1 - Rear Aux A/V input (RCA Jacks)
- 1 - Rear Aux Audio input (RCA jacks)
- 2- Rear video composite outputs
- Fully suspended slot-type CD/DVD deck mechanism
- 30 Programmable Station Presets (18FM, 12AM)
- Auto-Store/Preset Scan
- Alarm Clock with Sleep Timer
- Low, medium & high adjustable LCD dimmer setting
- External IR repeater input
- Wireless Remote Included

NOTE: The AWM975 can easily replace your Concertone stereo by using our retrofit cable (31100133), simply plug and play!

We also installed the optional iPod connector. We're the only ones in our class to use this system!

by Wildcat Chris on 11/16/2011, 4:19 am

Mopar_Earl wrote:Nice system. Has an ipod interface and HDMI output. It doesn't have surround sound though. Maybe in the future they'll add 5.1 channel or better surround sound.

I'll have to ask our Jensen rep about the 5.1 surround sound. I don't think that was offered and this is the highest end piece they currently make for RVs...

by John&ConnieNeeley on 11/16/2011, 5:56 am

Wildcat Chris wrote:
Mopar_Earl wrote:Nice system. Has an ipod interface and HDMI output. It doesn't have surround sound though. Maybe in the future they'll add 5.1 channel or better surround sound.

I'll have to ask our Jensen rep about the 5.1 surround sound. I don't think that was offered and this is the highest end piece they currently make for RVs...

Chris, what is the price of that new unit plus the retro fit cable??

by Wildcat Chris on 11/16/2011, 6:01 am

John&ConnieNeeley wrote:
Wildcat Chris wrote:
Mopar_Earl wrote:Nice system. Has an ipod interface and HDMI output. It doesn't have surround sound though. Maybe in the future they'll add 5.1 channel or better surround sound.

I'll have to ask our Jensen rep about the 5.1 surround sound. I don't think that was offered and this is the highest end piece they currently make for RVs...

Chris, what is the price of that new unit plus the retro fit cable??

According to this page: http://www.jensenrvdirect.com/jensen-am-fm-cd-dvd-usb-wb-ipod-ready-wallmount-stereo-with-hdmi-video-output.html
It looks like Jensen charges $373.99 for the 975 unit and $19.99 for the retrofit cabling. See this link:
http://www.jensenrvdirect.com/jensen-470.html

You may want to check in with your dealer's parts department to see if they can get better pricing than Jensen Direct!

by John&ConnieNeeley on 12/2/2011, 12:35 pm

Wonder if this would work?? Sure alot cheaper...
http://www.go-rv.com/coast/do/catalog/page?dealerId=3044&pageNum=46&productId=16380

by 87CrewDually on 12/3/2011, 5:02 pm

John&ConnieNeeley wrote:Wonder if this would work?? Sure alot cheaper...
http://www.go-rv.com/coast/do/catalog/page?dealerId=3044&pageNum=46&productId=16380

For some folks it may be enough, but I primarily use my system for DVD's and I don't see any mention of that unit playing movies.

by TC on 12/14/2011, 10:31 am

Just saw on Wildcat's facebook page that Jensen is putting theater speakers in Wildcats now. Don't know if that translates to surround sound or not though.

TC

by Mopar_Earl on 12/14/2011, 11:16 am

TC wrote:Just saw on Wildcat's facebook page that Jensen is putting theater speakers in Wildcats now. Don't know if that translates to surround sound or not though.

TC

I saw that too TC. Surround would be 5 speakers and a sub. WC facebook page said 4 speakers. 4 is better than one or two though! Also takes programing and drivers to have surround sound. So you need more than just the speakers.

Earl

by Cardinal_Bill on 12/14/2011, 11:34 am

Hmmm...ours, Concertone, has worked well from the day we bought the Wildcat. Our only scare was when I couldn't find the remote, the only way to turn on at least one of it's features which is a pretty stupid design decision to me. We run the TV and DVD player through it. It has a CD player we never use, we push MP3's out of the computer into a FM stereo transmitter and listen to them that way. Sometimes with the Concertone, but more often with a boombox while sitting outside enjoying a good book.

I'm thinking we got one of those magical "manufactured on Tuesday through Thursday" units, and that by that I mean the WC as well as the Concertone. Wink

by TC on 12/14/2011, 11:48 am

Cardinal_Bill wrote:Hmmm...ours, Concertone, has worked well from the day we bought the Wildcat. Our only scare was when I couldn't find the remote, the only way to turn on at least one of it's features which is a pretty stupid design decision to me. We run the TV and DVD player through it. It has a CD player we never use, we push MP3's out of the computer into a FM stereo transmitter and listen to them that way. Sometimes with the Concertone, but more often with a boombox while sitting outside enjoying a good book.

I'm thinking we got one of those magical "manufactured on Tuesday through Thursday" units, and that by that I mean the WC as well as the Concertone.

All I can say is...count yur blessings!! Wink

TC

by Mopar_Earl on 12/14/2011, 12:26 pm

The only problem I have with my Concertone is when it gets hot. When it gets hot the voices won't match the lips on the tv. If it bothers me, I stop it and restart it and its ok. But this normally comes after 8 to 10 hours of dvd playing.

I plan to add a fan to pull the heat out of the tight cutout its in.

Note, I do keep a spare 1080p upconvert HDMI output dvd player in the cabinet just in case.

Earl

by Scruffy and Tater on 12/14/2011, 1:39 pm

The only problem with our Concertone dvd player is the sound. It is either real real REAL loud or totally silent. Tried lots of stuff to correct it, best thing was putting a combination dvd/vcr on the shelf. With that we can control the volume.

We don't watch many movies, though. I bring a bunch along, but they just sit on the shelf.... we have too many other things to do.

Tater

by Mopar_Earl on 12/14/2011, 2:00 pm

Scruffy and Tater wrote:The only problem with our Concertone dvd player is the sound. It is either real real REAL loud or totally silent. Tried lots of stuff to correct it, best thing was putting a combination dvd/vcr on the shelf. With that we can control the volume.

We don't watch many movies, though. I bring a bunch along, but they just sit on the shelf.... we have too many other things to do.

Tater

We watch atleast a couple each night before bed. If its cold and/or raining, you'll be glad you have those movies! Once watched the entire band of brothers while camping on a cold rainy oct weekend.

Earl

by TC on 12/14/2011, 2:20 pm

I am one of the unfortunate that have replaced theirs multiple times...4. AwwMan

The reason I replaced it 4 times, is because I was unwilling to replace it 5 times.

When I find the appropriate replacement, the one that's in there now will be used for target practice. 2guns

TC

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