Belson DR-816 (Japan 209)

Dia Musen Sangyo Co.,Ltd., Tokyo

  • Year
  • 1960 ??
  • Category
  • Broadcast Receiver - or past WW2 Tuner
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 73160

 Technical Specifications

  • Number of Transistors
  • 8
  • Main principle
  • Superheterodyne (common)
  • Tuned circuits
  • 5 AM circuit(s)
  • Wave bands
  • Broadcast only (MW).
  • Power type and voltage
  • Dry Batteries / 3x1,5 Volt
  • Loudspeaker
  • Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil) / Ø 6 cm = 2.4 inch
  • Power out
  • 0.3 W (unknown quality)
  • Material
  • Plastics (no bakelite or catalin)
  • from Radiomuseum.org
  • Model: Belson DR-816 - Dia Musen Sangyo Co.,Ltd.,
  • Shape
  • Very small Portable or Pocket-Set (Handheld) < 8 inch.
  • Dimensions (WHD)
  • 160 x 80 x 40 mm / 6.3 x 3.1 x 1.6 inch
  • Notes
  • Ohrhörerbuchse 2,5mm.

    A variant of this radio is labeled "Lark Super Deluxe 8 Transistor".

    The circuit board bears the logo DIA in a diamond and the designation DR-816 in copper. The "Lark" brand may be a "House Brand" applied by an Australian importer.

    The two output transistors 2SB138s are bearing the Mitsubishi logo.
    The semiconductors include an unbranded germanium diode.

    Made in Japan 209

  • Net weight (2.2 lb = 1 kg)
  • 0.285 kg / 0 lb 10 oz (0.628 lb)

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