Realistic AM/FM Digital LED Clock Radio Chronomatic-206 (12-1511)
Radio Shack (Tandy, Realistic, Micronta); USA
- Country
- United States of America (USA)
- Manufacturer / Brand
- Radio Shack (Tandy, Realistic, Micronta); USA
- Year
- 1977
- Category
- Broadcast Receiver - or past WW2 Tuner
- Radiomuseum.org ID
- 239764
- Number of Transistors
- Semiconductors present.
- Semiconductors
- Main principle
- Superheterodyne (common)
- Wave bands
- Broadcast (BC) and FM or UHF.
- Details
- Radio with other functions
- Power type and voltage
- Alternating Current supply (AC) / 110-120 Volt
- Loudspeaker
- Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil) / Ø 3.5 inch = 8.9 cm
- Material
- Plastics (no bakelite or catalin)
- from Radiomuseum.org
- Model: Realistic AM/FM Digital LED Clock Radio Chronomatic-206 - Radio Shack Tandy, Realistic,
- Shape
- Tablemodel with Clock ((Alarm-) Clock Radio).
- Dimensions (WHD)
- 11.75 x 3 x 6.25 inch / 298 x 76 x 159 mm
- Notes
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The Realistic Chronomatic-206 is a vintage AM/FM digital LED clock radio marketed by RadioShack under its in-house Realistic brand. It was introduced in the 1978 RadioShack Catalog (with initial retail availability starting October 15, 1977) and carried the catalog number 12-1511.
Key Features and Specifications: Design and Styling: Promoted as "Futuristic" for its era, it features a uniquely-styled white case contrasted by a tinted oval dial cover. Display: Features an all-electronic red LED digital display that remains clear day or night. It includes an integrated PM indicator light. Audio Capabilities: Equipped with a 3½-inch built-in speaker, a ceramic filter on the FM band for improved station separation, and Automatic Frequency Control (AFC) to prevent station drifting. Alarm Functions: Offers a 24-hour alarm setting with options to wake up to AM radio, FM radio, or a buzzer. It has a built-in sleep control timer that allows you to fall asleep to music for up to 59 minutes before turning off automatically. Controls:Touch-Sensitive Snooze Control: A standout modern feature for its time, allowing users to quiet the alarm with a light touch. Dimmer Switch: High/Low settings to adjust the LED brightness for sleeping. Time Setting: Dedicated Fast/Slow time-set buttons for precise adjustment. Connectivity: Includes an integrated earphone jack for private listening.
- Price in first year of sale
- 49.95 USD
- Mentioned in
- Radio Shack Catalog (1978 Radio Shack Catalog Page 136 "NEW FOR '78" "Available Oct. 15, 1977")
- Literature/Schematics (1)
- Photofact Folder, Howard W. SAMS (Set 1745, folder 4, dated 7-78)
- Author
- Model page created by Franz Scharner. See "Data change" for further contributors.
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