Save JBL On Time 200ID High-Performance Speaker Dock with AM/FM Radio for iPod (Black)

I sign everything verbatim the reviewer Kal Grant "IItax2000" wrote. I had the exact same experience. I set up the unit to wake up via iPod thinking I would be awaken by a soothing song with a volume set before turning off the iPod (per their manual) very low. Instead, the volume started so loud I jolted!! Way louder than the buzzer!! I called JBL and after their attempts to reset my iPod and my On-Time unit, their final answer was that the Alarm Volume FOR IPOD was pre-programmed. I am mad simply because their manual clearly states that you set the volume yourself before shutting down the unit (putting iPod to sleep). Listen, I understand that this is more of a precaution issue since JBL probably thought better to jolt someone than have them oversleep because the volume was too low, but they could have a) have the volume progress from a very low setting to louder b) be more specific in their manual. The reviewer that mentioned the buzzer gradually getting louder is correct- the buzzer does start fairly low and gets louder ( I am actually using that setting now). However, that is just for the buzzer and not for the iPod setting. If I wanted to use an alarm clock unit with a progressive buzzer, there are waaaaaaaaay cheaper units than this one out there. I do not understand why the pre-programmed volume has to start so high knowing that this thing will be on people's night stands aka. very close to their head.
Another thing with the volume (apart from the alarm) is that even at the lowest setting, it can still be pretty loud so the whole "sleep" timer is tricky since it is either a slightly too loud or muted (nothing in between since it is digital)
Also, not to forget, the display is way to bright even at the lowest setting. There are a few settings for the display (brightness, contrast, auto) which is great but I wish it could be dimmed even more. Luckily, it doesn't bother me as much but it sure lights up my bedroom even at the lowest setting.
The good part is that the sound of this unit really is pretty amazing. I already own the JBL radial speakers for the iPod and I think those are the best thing. I am torn to return this unit because the sound is excellent and the wireless remote will allow you to browse through the ipod menu (not just tracks and volume). If you are thinking of buying this unit primarily as an iPod speaker station and buzzer alarm clock second, by all means- get it. As I said, the buzzer alarm is cool. It does start low and get louder. However, if you want to wake up to an ipod, be ready to get shocked. Get more detail about JBL On Time 200ID High-Performance Speaker Dock with AM/FM Radio for iPod (Black).