Makita BMR100W 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless FM/AM Job Site Radio | 
| Brand: Makita
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $178.00
Buy New: $74.00
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Seller: Joshua Barkley
Rating:  reviews
Sales Rank: 996
Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 14.9 x 13.3 x 8.9
MPN: BMR100W
Model: BMR100W
UPC: 088381084352
EAN: 0088381084352
ASIN: B000V2H7B2
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Delivers rich stereo sound from two powerful 3.25-inch side-firing speaker | | • | 10 Pre-Set FM/AM buttons and mp3 compatibly | | • | Protective bumper design for added durability | | • | Makita Compact Lithium-Ion battery and Energy Star rated 15-Minute Rapid Optimum Charger produces 430% total lifetime work with 2.5X more cycle | | • | 3-year warranty on radio |
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Product Description
The Makita BMR100W 18-Volt LXT Cordless Job Site Radio is the perfect jobsite companion. Powerful 3.25-inch side-firing drivers deliver rich stereo sound and an auxillary input allows you to connect your iPod or MP3 player directly to the Radio. The Radio can run off an outlet with the included AC adapter or an 18-volt LXT Lithium-Ion battery (sold separately). Features: Compact design weighing only 9.2 pounds Rugged weather-resistant design for jobsite conditions Digital backlit quartz display 10 preset FM/AM buttons and MP3 compatible Dual volume and tuning dial for easy control Protective bumper design for added durability Compatible with slide type and pod style makita batteries Runs one full working day (8 hours) on a single charge when used with a Makita Li-Ion battery (1.5Ah) In the Box: Makita BMR100W Cordless FM/AM Job Site Radio AC Adapter Antenna Battery NOT Included
Amazon.com Product Description
Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless FM/AM Job Site Radio delivers rich stereo sound to wherever the job takes you. The BMR100W is compact, durable, and MP3-compatible, and can be powered by a Makita 18V LXT or 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Battery (sold separately). It is built to accompany the rest of the Makita LXT Series tools to the job site.| BMR100W Features | | PERFORMANCE - Full, rich stereo sound; 16 hrs. from an 18V LXT battery and 8 hrs. from an 18V Compact battery | | CONTROL - Backlit LCD display, dual volume/tuner dial and 5 FM/AM presets | | DURABILITY - Tough, water-resistant housing | | CONVENIENCE - Portable (only 9.2 lbs.) and compatible with slide type and pod style Makita batteries | | Battery and charger not included |
| | Tool Specifications |  | | Voltage | 9.6 - 24VDC | | Digital tuner | FM/AM | | Backlit LCD display & clock | Yes | | Memory preset | 5 FM / 5 AM | | Power Source | AC or Makita slide-style & pod-style batteries | | Dimensions (LxWxH) | 10-1/4" x 6-1/2" x 12" | | Net weight | 9.2 lbs. |
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Rugged and Versatile Design
The BMR100W features a digital backlit quartz display with 10 station presets, clock, two 3.25-inch speaker stereo system, and power on/off and off-timer button. It includes an AC adaptor and will run for 16 hours on one Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Battery or eight hours on one Makita 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Battery (batteries sold separately). The BMR100W has a compact design and weighs just 9.2 pounds. It has a protective bumper design, weather-resistant components, and a retractable top-bar handle with rubber grip making it ideal for rugged outdoor or indoor work. The BMR100W is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best-in-class engineering.About Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Tool Series
 As one of the pioneers driving the cordless tool revolution, Makita changed the game with its breakthrough 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Series. Three years after its debut, Makita's LXT Series has grown from seven to over 35 tools, providing a wide range of cordless solutions for professional tradesmen. Makita also added 18V Compact Lithium-Ion for cordless power in a more compact size.  About Makita
Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best-in-Class Engineering.
Warranty
 Every Makita Lithium-Ion tool is backed by Makita's 3-Year Warranty that covers repair due to defects in materials or workmanship up to three years from the date of original purchase. Makita Lithium-Ion batteries and chargers have a limited 1-Year Warranty. Please see makitatools.com for complete details. What's in the Box
Makita BMR100W 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless FM/AM Job Site Radio, AC Adapter and Antenna.
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| Customer Reviews:
Good compact job/shop radio, so so mp3 player December 10, 2007
HDH (VT USA)
21 out of 21 found this review helpful
I wanted a shop radio that played mp3 and wasn't a 25 pound suitcase that used up half a workbench. The radio sounds fine even in a big open 1200'sf shop although the speakers are only 3". The compact design fits right on a shelf and it appears to be fairly dust resistant. It uses both types of Makita rechargeable batteries which is handy if you have a lot of the old NIMH pods. It has alarm and clock functions and two inputs for AUX components but the downside was the sound from an ipod. It just is not very loud even at full volume on both units. I tried both a hd based and a nano flash ipod. Sound was just ok but disappointing if you want loud music. Perhaps some newer generation mp3 players would sound better but I have encountered this problem before patching in an ipod to another unit. There are no tone controls so what you hear is what you get. Overall this is a nice rugged compact job/shop radio but just a so so mp3 device.
 Great sound, good price, heavy duty March 27, 2008
R. Shaw (Hanford, CA USA)
17 out of 17 found this review helpful
This radio is everything I expected it to be. Rugged, small footprint, stylish, has great sound (amazing base response considering the size) digital presets for AM and FM radio, water/dust tight compartment for tool battery and or Ipod/mp3 player or to store included 12v power adapter. I use an Ipod shuffle connected to the auxiliary in #2 jack located inside the sealed compartement. It works flawlessly. The radio locks on well to FM stations and not bad for AM stations (I like to listen to talk radio as well). The presets are great and easy to access. The dual function tuner dial is very smooth. Push it in and it changes volume, press again and it changes tuning. Also has channel search function, auto off function for those who like to fall asleep with radio on, wake up tone alarm and clock radio function. Also has 2 AA battery backup inside water proof compartment to save presets and displays the time on the lcd screen. The lcd screen lights up when any button is pressed then shuts off after a short delay to save power. All in all a great radio. So what it doesn't charge batteries. I use cordless tools all the time and generally don't use the stock charger anyway. I buy the fast chargers so don't need another with the radio. It would have been nice to include the transformer inside the unit so a regular 120v a/c cord plug could be used when not using a Makita battery. Oh by the way, I don't own any Makita tools anymore so I just use the power adapter. No problem. I've used the Bosch, Milwaukee, and seen the new Ridgid jobsite radio's. They are all large, bulky, heavy,loaded with unesessary features and parts break off of them. I am enjoying this radio very much and highly recommend it.
 AC adapter for heavy duty radio? December 27, 2007
Stephen P. Barnes (Chaska, MN USA)
22 out of 24 found this review helpful
This is a great sounding radio that's durable. The "shell" around it is very well made and it feels indestructible. The sound quality is great, although sorta directional, and the tuner works better than the Dewalt. The dials have a solid feel to them. I bought the white one with the auxillery plug for my Ipod and it works well. The drawbacks are the same for everyone: It doesn't charge a battery and it has a seperate AC adapter that could easily get lost or damaged. All in all I like it and would recommend it to someone who has Makita Li-ion cordless tools.
A radio built for a specific purpose January 22, 2008
David (Southern California)
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
This radio is designed for people who (1) already own Makita power tool batteries and (2) want a rugged portable radio. It does not come with its own battery, and does not charge batteries (including the one used to power the radio). It is not hard wired for AC. You need to plug a not-so-rugged AC adapter into the front of the unit. Although the radio will probably survive being kicked or dropped, the AC adapter/wires/plug may not.
For those who like to take naps at their job sites, it includes a sleep function and alarm!
Overall, this radio was designed for a specific job, and does its job very well.
AUX2 won't work with LXT Batteries May 3, 2008
S. Morris (Avon, Ohio USA)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
Just got our radio the other day. As everyone says, the sound is pretty good for a simple jobsite radio. I'd like to adjust the tone, as it is a little too biased toward bass for me, but not too bad. Probably OK out in the open air rather than in the garage or house.
Note that you cannot use the internal AUX2 input with al LXT (or probably any other slide type) battery. The input is right behind the battery. You can't put the aux plug in first, nor the battery and then the plug. I even bought a 90 degree adaptor, but it still doesn't work. You must use the front external AUX1 input, which is not much protection for your MP3 player.
I'd give it 5 stars otherwise, but this lack of foresight drops it at least one star.
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