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all the radiostations websited are blocked at the BMHS, except for WYSP, but even their stream doesnt work. does anyone know if a tuner exists that is like a regular receiver, only online instead, that you can pick up anything audible in philadelphia?
 
Not sure exactly what you're asking. What is BHMS, and what sites are you trying to get to?

There is a website, called orb.com I believe, that takes flash-based streams like most commercial radio station's sites have, and turns it into a regular MP3 stream that can be played in iTunes or Windows Media player. Maybe that does what you need it to?

Or are you talking about a separate internet radio device, like this: http://www.rokulabs.com/
 
They're blocked because they inhale bandwidth, which businesses and schools pay for dearly. It's not like a private/personal home connection.

Imagine the bandwidth consumption if 300 students listen to streaming audio simultaniously, while online or doing classwork. You're connection speed would be reduce to about the same as a 56k dial-up.

I'll bet many video sites and blocked as well.
 
Thanks Guys,

BMHS is the Blum Mountain High School. i would just like something that i could listen to the philadelphia dial on an online radio receiver. i looks like the site CHrles posted is like what im looking for...but the site didnt send me my password yet.

next stop orb.com ;)

and yes amfmsw, alot of the video websites are block. last year we use to use these proxy sites to get past the blocker thing, they worked great, until the block all of the proxys, i cant even find one that works now.

i only have 1 unblocked station now. 107.1 the bone out of the lehigh valley
 
WIFI Internet Radio Receivers

To those who have it, can you recommend one over the other to someone not too technically advanced? I am sending back a Linksys Wireless Music System (the WMLS11B). After a fort night of frustration trying to get my system to recognize it for initialization (and after 3 hours of contacting Linksys' online support), it was determined that I had a faulty system. I am sending it back for an exchange. Does this system "suck" and I should just hold out for a different one?
 
Rockin Rob said:
To those who have it, can you recommend one over the other to someone not too technically advanced? I am sending back a Linksys Wireless Music System (the WMLS11B). After a fort night of frustration trying to get my system to recognize it for initialization (and after 3 hours of contacting Linksys' online support), it was determined that I had a faulty system. I am sending it back for an exchange. Does this system "suck" and I should just hold out for a different one?
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Rob,

Some of the reviews I found for that model weren't very good.

Here are some other models I found, arranged according to Editor's Rating.

http://reviews.cnet.com/4566-6470_7-0.html?sort=edRating7+desc

Depending on your price range, you would probably be better off getting one of the following:

1. Roku Soundbridge ( http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-aud...dbridge-m1000-m1001/4505-6470_7-30794476.html ) - on the cheap side, does exactly what you want it to - which is play MP3 streams. If you have sites like the ones we mentioned above that use Flash streaming, you can easily set up a free account on orb.com and repeat the stream in MP3 format to your Roku box.

2. Logitech Slim Devices Squeezebox ( http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-aud...-devices-squeezebox/4505-6470_7-32596395.html ) - a little more expensive, but this comes with a recognizable name brand in Logitech. Looks like it's got more features than the Roku.

3. Apple TV ( http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-audio-receivers-dars/apple-tv-40gb/4505-6739_7-32306442.html ) - not sure what your price range is, but you may be interested in hooking one of these up to your entertainment center. Of course, it does a lot more than stream music from a computer on your network with iTunes enabled, because the thing works as a sort of movie rental now. I'm sure it can be hacked to do a variety of other things. For a less expensive version of this, you could probably get an old Mac Mini and hook it up to your TV, your WiFi network, and your sound system for the same effect: http://arstechnica.com/journals/apple.ars/2007/03/30/mac-mini-the-original-apple-tv-alternative . As a matter of fact, I have my TiVo hooked up to my home network like this for the express purpose of streaming Y-Rock, KEXP Seattle, Soma FM, and my old college station WCUR over my home speakers. It works like a charm. There are plenty of DIY options like that to choose from if you like.
 
Yes, my main purpose would be to stream internet radio and that's it. I have heard nothing but good about Roku and the Soundbridge. I am looking for something none too cubersome for portability, but not necessarily battery operated, which already knocked out a couple of choices. One other thing to consider, at least for me, is that I registered with Reciva, so the ability to add my faves from there to whichever unit I buy would be nice. I appreciate your post, Carny.
 
You can also add your favorites to both the Roku Radio and the RadioRoku database.

While I am a devoted Roku fan, I also suggest you look at the selection of WiFi radios at the C.Crane website at www.ccrane.com.

The cool thing about the Roku line is that it "updates" its over 7500 station database every night and downloads it automatically. Go to "Favorites" then "Location" ... go to state, click "Philadelphia" and you've got every station in town ... and the HD2 & 3 channels, too.

Reciva can be a hassle.
 
My employer uses "websense" and it pretty much block everything that streams too. For some reason I can get WSTW to stream though, lucky me. I found a rock station from Harrisonburg VA (no idea where it is) called WACL. I am able to listen to them. It's not the best station around, but it works for me. It is a mix of currents, 80's & 90's, and classic rock from the 70's and 80's. Here is the link, give it a try and see if it works.

http://www.98rockme.com/main.html
 
carnyfeet said:
Rockin Rob said:
To those who have it, can you recommend one over the other to someone not too technically advanced? I am sending back a Linksys Wireless Music System (the WMLS11B). After a fort night of frustration trying to get my system to recognize it for initialization (and after 3 hours of contacting Linksys' online support), it was determined that I had a faulty system. I am sending it back for an exchange. Does this system "suck" and I should just hold out for a different one?
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Rob,

Some of the reviews I found for that model weren't very good.

Here are some other models I found, arranged according to Editor's Rating.

http://reviews.cnet.com/4566-6470_7-0.html?sort=edRating7+desc

Depending on your price range, you would probably be better off getting one of the following:

1. Roku Soundbridge ( http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-aud...dbridge-m1000-m1001/4505-6470_7-30794476.html ) - on the cheap side, does exactly what you want it to - which is play MP3 streams. If you have sites like the ones we mentioned above that use Flash streaming, you can easily set up a free account on orb.com and repeat the stream in MP3 format to your Roku box.

2. Logitech Slim Devices Squeezebox ( http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-aud...-devices-squeezebox/4505-6470_7-32596395.html ) - a little more expensive, but this comes with a recognizable name brand in Logitech. Looks like it's got more features than the Roku.

3. Apple TV ( http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-audio-receivers-dars/apple-tv-40gb/4505-6739_7-32306442.html ) - not sure what your price range is, but you may be interested in hooking one of these up to your entertainment center. Of course, it does a lot more than stream music from a computer on your network with iTunes enabled, because the thing works as a sort of movie rental now. I'm sure it can be hacked to do a variety of other things. For a less expensive version of this, you could probably get an old Mac Mini and hook it up to your TV, your WiFi network, and your sound system for the same effect: http://arstechnica.com/journals/apple.ars/2007/03/30/mac-mini-the-original-apple-tv-alternative . As a matter of fact, I have my TiVo hooked up to my home network like this for the express purpose of streaming Y-Rock, KEXP Seattle, Soma FM, and my old college station WCUR over my home speakers. It works like a charm. There are plenty of DIY options like that to choose from if you like.
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The Tangent is probably one of the best internet radios that are out there now. It has alot more decoding cappability and jacks along with an ethernet cat 5 or 6 connection to a router along with RDS capability.
 
Starbucks said:
The Tangent is probably one of the best internet radios that are out there now. It has alot more decoding cappability and jacks along with an ethernet cat 5 or 6 connection to a router along with RDS capability.
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Got a link to it?
 
carnyfeet said:
Starbucks said:
The Tangent is probably one of the best internet radios that are out there now. It has alot more decoding cappability and jacks along with an ethernet cat 5 or 6 connection to a router along with RDS capability.
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Got a link to it?
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The best I could do is http://www.ccrane.com/radios/wifi-radios/tangent-quattro-wifi-internet-radio.aspx. Looks nice with the wood finish, but one built-in speaker and quite pricey ($349.95). I've never had an issue with anything I've ever purchased from C. Crane. But, they do NOT carry the Roku Soundbridge. (BTW, it is pronounced ROCK-YOU or ROW-Q or ROW-KU?).
 
There is no direct link to it. It runs off Reciva. It now sells for 299.00 which makes it alittle bit more affordable and you can hook up another speaker to it.
 
The Reciva database is updated every 24 hours and in addition to over 11,400 live stations, they also provide access to more than 20,000 on-demand programs and 50,000 podcasts.

Through "My Streams" users can can also access streams that are not included in the database, provided the user knows the streaming URL.

Reciva-Enabled radios also handle subscription based content, such as Pandora, Sirius, Rhapsody, Live365, Last FM etc.

Currently, 53 different Internet radio devices worldwide use the Reciva platform and over 250,000 radios based on the Reciva platform have been sold in the last 24 months.

In the UK prices start as low as GBP 50 (ca. $100).
 
Very basic question: How do internet radios work since you still need broadband access? Is it a way to listen to streaming stations in another room away from your computer? Can they get absolutely every station that streams?

Rockin Rob said:
I've never had an issue with anything I've ever purchased from C. Crane.
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Back in 2000 I bought the CCRadio, but after 2 or 3 years, the digital display went. I called the company and it would cost $49.95 to have it fixed, so I just learned to live with it. This is the only reason I'd be somewhat hesitant about getting a C.Crane product, but I have heard it's a good company.
 
BlueHen said:
Very basic question: How do internet radios work since you still need broadband access? Is it a way to listen to streaming stations in another room away from your computer? Can they get absolutely every station that streams?
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Internet radios need a wi-fi connection or an ethernet connection, so you are pretty much limited to your home or workplace with them at this point. In a couple of months, Sprint will roll out their WiMax plan and more cell phones will have streaming audio capability - then you can pretty much go anywhere with it.

I don't know about every station that streams, as I imagine that depends on the software. A really good radio would let you type in a URL if it's not in the presets so that you could theoretically add whatever stream you want.

But yes, the point of an internet radio is to separate that streaming functionality from your beige-box computer and take it to another room. As many people don't really have a need for anything like that since they can just take a laptop from room to room, you won't see the market for Internet streaming hardware take off until WiMax does. Keep your eyes on that Sprint alliance.
 
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