Product Description

Receives AM, FM, TV and Weather Bands / Compact Size with Integrated Carry Handle / Built-in 4" Speaker / AC & DC

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #14971 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Sony
• Model: ICF36
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 2.50 pounds

Features

• Sleek, compact design that is easy to carry
• Tune in AM/FM and weather channels
• 4-inch speaker reproduces a wide range of sound
• Powered by four AA batteries or 120 Volts AC
• Includes 110-120 Volt AC power cord

Amazon.com Product Description
Sony's ICF-36 Portable AM/FM/TV/Weather Band Radio features a simple design with high power and good sound output. The four-band AM/FM/TV/Weather tuner means you can tune in your favorite radio broadcasts, listen to TV programs, and receive up-to-date weather reports. This unit contains one four-inch speaker for clear sound, or an earphone jack for private listening. The built-in carrying handle means easy portability and this device operates on batteries or AC for further convenience. The ICF-36 is a great companion on the road or at the park for music, news, TV shows and weather updates.

From the Manufacturer
Stay ahead of Mother Nature! Sony's ICF-36 Portable TV/Weather/AM/FM Radio features a new design with high power and good sound output, 4-band AM/FM/TV/Weather tuner, tone control, 4 inch speaker, earphone jack, and a built-in carrying handle for easy portability. It also operates on batteries or AC for further convenience. The ICF-36 is a great companion on the road for music, news, TV shows, and weather updates.

Features:

• New Design is sleek, more compact, and easier to carry
• 4-Band AM/FM/TV/Weather Tuner gives you access to radio talk and music shows, plus audio from TV channels 2-13, and up to the minute weather news from weather band channels 1-7
• High Power/Good Sound Output makes this an excellent portable for all-around use, at home and away
• LED Tuning Indicator helps provide precise station tuning even in dim light
• Tone Control Switch lets you adjust high/low balance for most pleasing sound
• Built-In Carrying Handle for easy portability
• 4-Inch Speaker reproduces a wide range of sound from high to low frequencies
• Earphone Jack for personal listening
• Operates on Batteries or AC with 4 "C" batteries, or on AC with built-in power cord
• Frequency Range: AM: 530-1710kHz, FM: 87.6-108 MHz, TV: Ch. 2-13 (58-90MHz), Weather: Ch. 1-7 (161-216MHz)
• Antenna System: AM: Built-in Ferrite Bar Antenna, FM: Telescoping Antenna, TV/Weather: AC Cord Antenna
• Speaker: 4" (100 mm)
• Power Output: 600 mW
• Power Requirements: DC 6V, "C" x 4 batteries (optional), AC 120 Volts, 60Hz
• Battery Life: Approx. 80 hours
• Color: Black
• Weight: 2 lb 3 oz (990 g) w/batteries
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 10-1/4" x 5-1/2" x 2-3/4" (260 x 140 x 69 mm)

Customer Reviews

The best (reasonably priced) portable I've yet found ...
First of all, I didn't buy this multiband Sony for the weather, rather for the TV reception. in addition to the excellent am/fm tuning. It just boils down to the fact that sometimes I'm in a room such as the kitchen preparing a meal and still want to listen to the likes of Charlie Rose on PBS. Btw, this is my second Sony ICF36 - one for use in the kitchen and one for the bathroom.

As to the reception, having had approximately half a dozen TV/AM/FM radios over the last 25 years, this one beats them all, especially in clarity of reception. No, it's not perfect but far better than you'd expect for one in this price range.

An added bonus is it takes 4 AA batteries. Since I do a lot of digital photography, I simply use rechargeable batteries interchanged from my Olympus digital camera and get about 10 to 15 hours play time on a charge. This way, when I move the radios from room to room, there are no cords to worry about or get in the way.

Lastly, with the long play time the batteries seem to give, it makes a terrific power outage radio as you can at least hear the sound on that favorite TV show of yours when the full size TV's without power.

All in all, I think you'll you'll like the Sony ICF36. Obviously I do :-)

Fantastic Radio
I have tried a lot of different portable radios for around the house use. And I like this one the best, I get great reception on AM, I don't use FM, Weather or the TV bands very much. I bought it to listen to AM. And I was not disappointed. I am receiving New Orleans, Chicago, New York City, Atlanta and Denver in the evenings, BTW I live in the Midwest. If this is the type of radio your looking for you should like it. I had the CC Radio, it worked ok, but it was so big that it was hard to lug around. I still have the GE Superradio, but I dont use it much because of size. And neither seem to bring in stations any better than this little Sony does. Digital radios use batteries up too fast. The batteries last a long time in this Sony.

Great Radio
If you are looking for an emergency radio or for something to listen to while out on the deck, this radio is a great option. It is small enough to throw in an overnight bag if you are going on a weekend trip. I have no problems with reception. The weather band is a great option. Sound is more than adequate for the price. Very happy with this product.