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Internet Radio
I love listening to the Howard Stern show on my satellite radio while I'm
driving in my car. I also have the ability to listen to him from his website
through my computer. There is just one problem with that. Who wants to sit in
front of the computer all day listen to the radio when you can be doing other
things around the house? Connecting an FM transmitter to my computer saved me
all that aggravation and was much easier than hooking up my stereo's speakers to
it.
An FM transmitter is simple and relatively cheap broadcasting tool which is
simple to use. Another great thing about them is that they don't require any
special equipment or know-how to hook up. Trust me when I say that after you
have experienced of hearing your favorite radio programs in full high-quality
stereo sound, you'll look back and question why you never thought of this
earlier. Here is how you can now do things all around the house listening to
your favorite songs and shows:
- What type of FM radio transmitter will best for your needs? The answer
to this question depends on a number of different factors such as size,
transmission distance, power supply method, amount of FM transmitter
frequencies its portability and most importantly price. There numerous
models available which will fit every one of this variables.
- Now that you have an idea of what type of FM transmitter works best for
you, go ahead and buy it. You can find them at electronics stores or
websites specializing in electronics. They aren't that expensive, ranging in
price from $40 to $100. Usually ones with a better transmission distance are
the most expensive.
- Next, hook up your new FM transmitter to a power source and then to the
computer. It couldn't hurt to go over the manufacturer's instructions just
in case you run into any problems. FM transmitters are powered by a number
of different types of sources. It all depends on the model. Some are powered
by batteries, computer USB port or even AC power but whatever the model, it
should come with all the necessary connection cables.
- A USB compatible FM transmitter is plugged into a USB port of any
computer. If you are using an USB compatible FM transmitter and not getting
any sound, try changing the speaker or audio device settings on your
computer from the default settings to USB.
- One of your last steps is to find an available FM frequency on your FM
radio. Those manufacturer's instructions you read in an earlier steps will
give you a list of the frequencies available with your new FM transmitter.
Don't panic if you can't find a frequency which will work. It's a pretty
common issue that can be resolved rather quickly.
- You're finally done. Now sit back and listen to your favorite Internet
radio music or program with the freedom to move away from your computer.
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