Roberts SolarDAB first solar powered DAB radio
by rd @ 4:57 pm 2 comments »
U.K. based Roberts Radio has introduced solarDAB, what they like to call “the world’s first solar powered digital radio.” The compact portable radio has a solar panel integrated into the top of the unit which absorbs direct sunlight in order to power the radio. There is a level indicator on the display screen that shows the strength of the solar level being absorbed, if the level is over half, the unit is being powered directly by the sun. The built in rechargeable battery pack is continuously charged while the radio is in direct sunlight. Once completely charged, the batteries will last up to 27 hours in complete darkness.
some features:
DAB radio
Solar, battery or AC powered
Rechargeable battery
Solar, battery and signal level icons
Soft touch rubberized controls
Band III and L band coverage
Multi-language support
White back-lit LCD display
Line input for iPod/MP3 playback
Headphone jack
AC adaptor / charger included
Available in white, black, pink, red or green
£79.99 @ robertsradio.co.uk
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Its not the first one, you lazy hippy. Do some research next time.
The Roberts’ radio uses DAB broadcasting signal not the traditional FM that the FreePlay model uses. FreePlay makes a bunch of nice hand-cranked and solar-powered radios and flashlights.
As far as the dis…I haven’t been called a “lazy hippy” in a long time, I just wish I had the hair to fit the description. Thanks for stopping in.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_Audio_Broadcasting