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Philips TAR1509/00 Portable AM/FM Radio
The TAR1509/00 is a small radio for listening to AM or FM broadcasts without a connected phone. Separate tuning and volume thumbwheels, a band-selection switch and a visible frequency scale provide direct control.
Useful features
At a glanceAM and FM reception
AM and FM reception: tunes to available broadcasts in the supported bands.
Analogue tuning control
Analogue tuning control: selects stations directly on the radio.
Built-in mono speaker
Built-in mono speaker: provides local listening through the 1.5-inch driver.
100 mW RMS output
100 mW RMS output: identifies the speaker-output rating.
3.5 mm headphone output
3.5 mm headphone output: supports private listening with suitable wired headphones.
Two AAA batteries required
Two AAA batteries required: provides portable operation with batteries purchased separately.
118 × 56 × 22 mm body
118 × 56 × 22 mm body: gives the product size for carrying or storage.
96 g product weight
96 g product weight: records the radio's mass separately from its retail packaging.
The useful features
- AM and FM reception: tunes to available broadcasts in the supported bands.
- Analogue tuning control: selects stations directly on the radio.
- Built-in mono speaker: provides local listening through the 1.5-inch driver.
- 100 mW RMS output: identifies the speaker-output rating.
- 3.5 mm headphone output: supports private listening with suitable wired headphones.
- Two AAA batteries required: provides portable operation with batteries purchased separately.
- 118 × 56 × 22 mm body: gives the product size for carrying or storage.
- 96 g product weight: records the radio's mass separately from its retail packaging.
The useful details
Know what
you’re getting.
The TAR1509/00 is a small radio for listening to AM or FM broadcasts without a connected phone. Separate tuning and volume thumbwheels, a band-selection switch and a visible frequency scale provide direct control. A telescopic antenna and signal indicator assist tuning.
Listen through the 100 mW RMS mono speaker or connect compatible headphones to the 3.5 mm output. Two 1.5 V AAA batteries power the radio, and the included wrist lanyard makes it easier to carry.
There is no Bluetooth, audio input, alarm or snooze function.
Tuning and listening take place on the radio itself, so basic reception does not require a phone, app, account or wireless network. The analogue controls make this a straightforward option for someone who wants to find a local broadcast and adjust the volume directly. Connect suitable wired headphones to listen privately, or use the small built-in speaker for nearby listening. Reception depends on the available broadcast signal and placement.
A pocket AM/FM radio with analogue controls and a headphone socket.
Listening to AM and FM broadcasts through a small built-in speaker or suitable 3.5 mm headphones.
Listening to AM and FM broadcasts through a small built-in speaker or suitable 3.5 mm headphones.
A closer look
Specifications.
The details that matter.
Specifications
What’s in the box
TAR1509 portable radio
Quick-start guide
Safety sheet
Warranty document
Compatibility
AM/FM broadcasts; headphones with a compatible 3.5 mm plug.
Use and product notes
Fit two AAA/LR3 1.5 V batteries and select the AM or FM band. Extend the antenna and tune to a receivable station.
No Bluetooth, analogue input, alarm or snooze.
Published accessory information:
Number of products included: 1 (Manufacturer technical specifications; packaging and outer-carton figures remain in their own groups.)
Included accessories: Quick start guide; Warranty certificate (Manufacturer technical specifications; packaging and outer-carton figures remain in their own groups.)
0.096 kg
Height: 11.8 cm; Width: 5.6 cm; Depth: 2.2 cm