New from Freeplay comes the Companion Wind-up Radio, which does much more than it's name suggests, packing as it does a radio, torch and mobile phone charger into the compact 4.9" casing.
As well as featuring a hand crank for charging, the Companion can also be charged using the integrated solar charger. The radio will play uninterrupted in direct sunlight, making it an essential addition to any festival kit bag.
With a rubberised body and recessed controls, the Freeplay Companion is built for durability, even in testing conditions.
The radio comes with a charging cable for the new style Nokia charger.
To achieve maximum battery efficiency, Freeplay recommend an initial conditioning charge. Full charge can be achieved with a 10 hour AC charge via the mini USB port.
Please Note: The Companion Radio can be charged via a mini USB lead from your computer, or with any other mini-USB universal charger. Freeplay does not include a charging adaptor with the majority of its products in order to minimise the environmental impact of producing unneccessary charging devices when many people already own a suitable adaptor.
However if you are in need of a charger, Freeplay's versatile and internationally compatible Eco-Charge Mini-USB AC adaptor is perfect for the job.
Dimensions: Height: 60 mm x Length: 125 mm x Depth: 42 mm
Technical Information:
Play Time
Fully charged battery: 12 hours (at normal volume).
60-second wind: 20 minutes (at normal volume).
1 hour solar exposure: 1 hour (at normal volume, radio off while charging).
Play time will vary depending on the volume setting.
Shine Time
Fully charged battery: 16 hours.
60-second wind: 30 minutes.
Talk time
60-second wind: 2-3 minutes (varies depending on phone model, phone battery condition and signal strength).
Frequencies
FM: 88-108 MHz
AM: 500-1700 kHz
Ethicalsuperstore.com product code: 57514
Shipping Weight: 500g
Dimensions(mm): height 60, width 125, depth 42


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Mark asked this question on 13th May 2008
Q: Does this radio have an earphone socket?
A: Yes, it does! John.