Others by stefan @ 2014-12-10
Do not be deceived by the mousy look of the retro Edifier Tick Tock Bluetooth retro alarm clock; thanks to the dual drivers, it is able to produce decent quality sound without distortions and at pretty high volumes. The bass is a little on the low side which is perfectly understandable but considering the overall size of the device, we cannot consider this as a negative point.
At first we would like to thank Edifier and Royal Computers (the distributor) for offering a sample of their Tick Tock Bluetooth for testing and reviewing.
“Edifier® Technology Company, Ltd has grown from a small national company established in Beijing, China in May 1996 that initially focused within the China domestic market, in which it is a market leader today. Since creation, Edifier has grown into a major international organization, expanding its operations into North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions. Currently having sales offices in Canada, Hong Kong, China, Australia and Argentina with product R&D and strategic design in Vancouver, Canada and Beijing, China.
A vertically structured/integrated company, Edifier undertakes in-house R&D, product design, tooling and plastic injection, printed circuit board production (PCB), design and assembly, wood cabinet assembly, silk screen printing, transducer (speaker) design and assembly, final assembly and global marketing and sales for all Edifier branded products. Edifier operates its two solely owned manufacturing facilities, which provides in excess of 8 million audio units manufactured and distributed around the world per annum. The manufacturing facilities are located within Songshan Lake Industrial Park, in Dongguan, China, and the other located in Beijing, China. Overall, Edifier and Edifier International employ in excess of 3,000 people worldwide, with distributors currently appointed in more than 70 countries.
Edifier International specializes in the design and manufacturing of high-end consumer audio electronics for both the lifestyle and multimedia markets, providing a wide selection to suit each individuals taste. Edifier International is renowned for its development and use of acoustic technology, superior manufacturing standards and uncompromised quality in design and production of audio electronics. Edifier is committed to excellence in all audio markets in which it operates, which include PC audio, multimedia audio, docking audio, IT lifestyle audio and home lifestyle audio. Edifier is committed to excel and extend the audio experience into further evolving both the global brand and product recognition, with a passion for sound.
Edifier continues to expand it operations and presence, moving towards the goal of becoming a world class, internationally recognized company specializing in quality audio solutions for the ever evolving consumer electronics industry.”
Bluetooth pairing capability with Bluetooth enabled devices
FM radio function (24 preset channels)
Alarm clock function with the choice of any of the FM preset channels
1½ inch 360 degree omni-directional speakers
5 available preset alarms with a choice of alarm repeat on Mon-Fri or Mon-Sun
LCD display screen for FM/AUX/Bluetooth/Time/Date functions
Volume, track navigation, FM tuner, alarm settings and input selection controls
International FM radio frequency selection
Model Number: MF240BT
Total power output: RMS 4W x 2
Signal to noise ratio: ≥90dBA
Frequency response: 90Hz-20kHz
Distortion: ≤0.5%
Chanel separation: ≥45dB
Audio input type: Bluetooth, Auxiliary, FM Radio (87MHz to 108MHz frequency coverage for CN/US/AU regions & 76MHz to 91MHz for JP)
Bluetooth profile support: A2DP, AVRCA
Adjustment: Power, volume, input, mode, track navigation, play/pause, set
Full range speaker unit: 1½ inch (40mm)
Dimension: 130mm x 126mm x 89mm (WxHxD)
Color option: Black, white, beige
Model Number: MF240BT
In this article we will take a look at another interesting and high-quality product from Edifier, the Tick Tock Bluetooth retro-styled alarm clock. This product comes packaged inside a small cardboard enclosure with a transparent mold in the middle, so we would be able to see how the product looks like even without unsealing the box:
On the frontal side the manufacturer lists the main function of the product along with the factory code:
On the back side we will be able to spot the product features and specifications, all in multiple languages:
The Tick Tock Bluetooth comes with a two-year warranty from Edifier:
Besides the main product, we will also receive documentation, the power adapter and an extra cable, all wrapped in individual plastic bags:
Before using the product, we should check out the functionality modes which are described in detail inside the manual:
Let’s check a bit the specifications of the supplied power adapter:
This one also sports the Edifier logo and is rated on the output as 9V at 1.3A:
The supplied 3.5mm jack cable aids in connecting auxiliary devices on the analog interface:
Edifier Tick Tock Bluetooth has a very cute appearance and the central LCD display is protected with a transparent plastic layer:
Around the LCD display we will get to see a plastic grill:
The Edifier company logo is also present here:
On the top side of the product we have the main controls but also two fake bells from plastic which are masking the dual 360 degree speakers:
Further down we have the Input/Function selector:
On the back, we have the DC IN jack, the Mode selector button, the Set button, one Auxiliary In jack, but also the Down and Up buttons:
For stability Edifier has included two small chromed feet:
On the frontal plastic frame we will get to see Edifiers’ saying “A passion for sound”:
The bottom area of the unit has a tiny rubber foot along with a sticker which retains the product power rating:
The rounded screen is able to display quite a bit of information at once, including the current FM band, day of the week or the time with current second:
When on a specific frequency, we will be also shown the receiving power of the station:
In the configuration stage, we will be also prompted to enter up the year, current day and month:
We can also define multiple alarms; when these are triggered, our favorite station will start playing:
We can also set the sleep counter:
After an alarm has been set, an additional pictogram will appear on the screen:
Before searching and storing our favorite stations, we will be able to select the regional frequencies, by choosing between multiple areas:
Bluetooth pairing can be done in a snap and in this mode we will be shown the current volume level along with the Bluetooth logo:
If we choose to have an auxiliary sound source, a different pictogram will appear on the screen, also along with the volume level:
Do not be deceived by the mousy look of the retro Edifier Tick Tock Bluetooth retro alarm clock; thanks to the dual drivers, it is able to produce decent quality sound without distortions and at pretty high volumes. The bass is a little on the low side which is perfectly understandable but considering the overall size of the device, we cannot consider this as a negative point.
We have the choice of selecting from FM radio, which supports different bands depending on the area and the stations can be memorized during an automatic scan; if the FM radio is not enough, we have the option of connecting an auxiliary sound source via analog cable but we can also connect an external source via Bluetooth.
Speaking of the display, this is quite big and round and also comes with a dimming feature so it won’t wake up the owner with a bright LED backlight.
Of course, we can set up up to five alarms and also take advantage of the sleep functions.
The only negative point we see with this device is the fact that for Snooze function we need to press the top button pad right in center, which is not too productive, considering that when you push the Snooze button initially you could still feel a bit asleep and precision is not too great at that specific moment.
The cute Edifier Tick Tock Bluetooth alarm clock can be found online for about 69 Euros.
At first we would like to thank Edifier and Royal Computers (the distributor) for offering a sample of their Tick Tock Bluetooth for testing and reviewing.