Description
Yato site radio 18V (YT-82940) is a portable radio receiver that runs on a Li-Ion battery of the Yato 18 V battery platform or on the supplied 230 V power supply. The receiver covers the FM band 87.5–108 MHz and AM band 522–1710 kHz, and you can also play audio via Bluetooth 4.2 or through the 3.5 mm AUX input. The product is a body-only version: the battery is not included.
The radio has a 3 W speaker, a backlit LCD display, a clock (2 x AAA batteries) and station memory for 10 FM and 10 AM stations. Stations are found automatically with the AUTO MEMORY function or manually; the telescopic aerial improves reception. Soft mechanical buttons protect the control panel from dust.
The USB output (5 V / 1 A) on the front panel can charge a phone or other small device from the 18 V battery. The power supply (12 V DC, 1 A, protection class II) connects to the DC socket, so the radio works without a battery. The body has a carrying handle, and the compact unit weighs 0.68 kg without the battery.
According to the manufacturer, the operating time on one battery is 36 h (over 20 h with a 2 Ah battery). The Yato site radio 18V uses batteries YT-82842–YT-82845, which also fit other tools in the Yato 18 V range, for example the Yato cordless impact drill 18V 75Nm, brushless motor, body only. For a larger power supply on site, use the Yato portable power station 504Wh 600W.
Uses and suitability:
The Yato site radio 18V is intended for listening to radio stations and playing audio from an external device in places where mains power is not always available.
- Construction sites: battery operation on an 18 V battery and the carrying handle make the radio easy to move from one workstation to another; the dust-protected buttons withstand site conditions. For site lighting, a good choice that runs on the same battery is the Yato cordless work light 18V / 230V 1600LM 20W, body only.
- Workshops: with the power supply, the radio runs continuously without a battery; the Bluetooth connection plays music from a phone.
- Warehouses and technical rooms: the compact size and 0.68 kg weight suit a shelf or workbench; the AUX input connects, for example, a computer or player with a cable.
- Camping and cottage: the USB output charges a phone from the 18 V battery; FM and AM reception works without a network connection.
Package contents:
- Yato site radio YT-82940
- Power supply 12 V DC / 1 A
The delivery does not include an 18 V battery or the AAA batteries for the clock (body-only version).
Features:
- Four operating modes: FM, AM, Bluetooth (BT) and AUX; selected with the SOURCE button.
- Two power sources: Yato 18 V Li-Ion battery or the supplied 230 V power supply.
- Station memory: 10 FM and 10 AM stations, automatic search with the AUTO MEMORY button.
- Bluetooth 4.2: pairs with a phone or tablet, shown as “worksite radio 1”.
- AUX input 3.5 mm: the unit switches to AUX mode automatically when a cable is connected.
- USB output 5 V / 1 A: charging small devices from the battery or power supply.
- LCD display and clock: backlit display, the clock runs on separate 2 x AAA batteries.
- Telescopic aerial and carrying handle: better reception and easy to carry.
- Protection class II with the power supply.
Technical specifications:
- Operating modes: FM, AM, Bluetooth, AUX
- FM band: 87.5–108 MHz
- AM band: 522–1710 kHz
- Speaker power: 3 W
- Station memory: FM x 10, AM x 10
- Bluetooth version: 4.2
- AUX input: 3.5 mm
- USB output: 5 V DC, max. 1 A
- Battery voltage: 18 V DC, Li-Ion (battery not included)
- Operating time on battery: 36 h
- Power supply: input 100–240 V AC 50/60 Hz, 12 W; output 12 V DC / 1 A; protection class II
- Clock power source: 2 x 1.5 V AAA (not included)
- Weight without battery: 0.68 kg
Instructions for using the Yato site radio 18V:
Power source: Push a Yato 18 V battery into the slot at the back of the body until the latch locks, or connect the power supply plug to the DC socket on the front panel and the power supply to a mains socket. The clock batteries (2 x AAA) are fitted in the battery compartment at the back.
Switching on and mode: Switch on the radio with the power switch. Select the operating mode with the SOURCE button: FM, AM, BT or AUX. The time is set with the unit switched off by holding down the SOURCE button and adjusting with the HOUR and MINUTES buttons.
Station search: Hold down AUTO MEMORY, and the radio searches for and stores 10 stations. Manual search with the SEEK/CHANNEL MEMORY buttons; store to memory slot 0–9 by holding down CHANNEL MEMORY. Pull out the telescopic aerial to improve reception.
Bluetooth and AUX: Select BT mode, search for the device “worksite radio 1” on your phone and pair. In AUX mode, connect the source with a 3.5 mm cable. The volume is adjusted with the +/− buttons, mute with the PAUSE/PLAY button.
USB charging: Connect the device to be charged to the USB socket; charging starts when the radio is on. During charging, the AM band is not available and FM reception may suffer interference.
Storage: Remove the battery and power supply. Store in a dry place at 0…+40 °C and max. 80% relative humidity, preferably in the original packaging.
Warnings:
- Protect the unit from moisture: no rain, no immersion, no use above 80% relative humidity.
- During a thunderstorm, unplug the power supply and push in the aerial.
- Do not use in explosive atmospheres or near sources of heat or fire.
- Use only the supplied power supply and Yato 18 V batteries YT-82842–YT-82845; modifying the connections is prohibited.
- A damaged power cord cannot be repaired: the power supply is replaced as a whole.
- The unit switches off automatically when the battery charge level drops; not for use by children.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ):
Is a battery included with the Yato site radio 18V?
No. The product is a body-only version; a power supply is included, and the 18 V battery is purchased separately.
Does the radio work without a battery?
Yes, with the supplied 12 V power supply from a 230 V socket.
Does the radio have a DAB+ receiver?
No. The receiver covers the FM and AM bands; digital audio is played via Bluetooth or AUX.
Does the radio charge the 18 V battery?
No. The radio is not a charger; the USB output only charges small devices.
How long is the operating time on battery?
The operating time stated by the manufacturer is 36 h; over 20 h with a 2 Ah battery.
Recycling instructions:
Sort the cardboard packaging into cardboard collection and the plastic covers into plastic collection. A discarded Yato site radio 18V and its power supply are waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE): they must not be disposed of with mixed waste but taken to a WEEE collection point or the retailer. Remove the Li-Ion battery and the AAA clock batteries before recycling and take them to battery collection; tape the battery terminals, and a damaged battery must not be transported unprotected.
