Mouse FM Scan Radio

Unknown - CUSTOM BUILT: China

  • Year
  • 2000 ??
  • Category
  • Broadcast Receiver - or past WW2 Tuner
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 367815

 Technical Specifications

  • Number of Transistors
  • Semiconductors present.
  • Semiconductors
  • Main principle
  • FLL, Frequency-locked loop (not PLL)
  • Wave bands
  • FM Broadcast Band Only
  • Details
  • Scanner - broadcast only (+FM)
  • Power type and voltage
  • Dry Batteries / AAA: 2 x 1.5 Volt
  • Loudspeaker
  • Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil) / Ø 3 cm = 1.2 inch
  • Material
  • Plastics (no bakelite or catalin)
  • from Radiomuseum.org
  • Model: Mouse FM Scan Radio - Unknown - CUSTOM BUILT: China
  • Shape
  • Design Radio or Novelty / Gadget - fancy or unusual shape.
  • Dimensions (WHD)
  • 80 x 45 x 130 mm / 3.1 x 1.8 x 5.1 inch
  • Notes
  • This device is an example of a novelty portable FM receiver, popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s for its distinctive "computer mouse" inspired ergonomic silhouette.

    Design & Construction

    • Housing: The chassis is constructed from injection-molded ABS plastic with a metallic silver finish. It features a high-arched, curved profile designed to mimic a peripheral device.
    • Acoustics: The top surface integrates a perforated circular grille, housing a small internal permanent magnet dynamic speaker.
    • Antenna System: It utilizes a top-mounted, clear acrylic "flower" or "propeller" head attached to a multi-section telescopic mast for VHF signal reception.

    Controls & Interface

    • Volume Adjustment: A prominent circular thumbwheel/potentiometer is located at the lower front of the device for power switching and analog gain control.
    • Status Indicator: A single green LED provides visual confirmation of the power state.
    • Tuning Mechanism: Uses an auto-scan functionality for frequency selection across the standard FM band.
  • Net weight (2.2 lb = 1 kg)
  • 0.1 kg / 0 lb 3.5 oz (0.22 lb)
  • Author
  • Model page created by Francisco Martins. See "Data change" for further contributors.

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