Handheld AM / FM-Stereo radio with NOAA 7-channels Weather receiver. Selectable narrow or wide AM filter, 1 / 9 or 10 KHz selectable AM tuning steps, built-in or headphones / earbuds wire as FM and NOAA antenna. Ideated in USA / P.R. of China, year of introduction 2020.
Reference market : consumer
CC-Pocket specifications
General |
Frequency coverage | |
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0.5200 ~ 1.7100 MHz [1]
87.5000 ~ 108.0000 MHz 76.0000 ~ 108.0000 MHz [2] 162.4000 ~ 162.5500 MHz [3] |
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Mode | |
AM / FM / WFM | |
Tuning step | |
1 / 9 / 10 KHz [4]
100 KHz [5] |
Receiver |
Selectivity | |
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AM | 5 KHz (narrow)
8 KHz (wide) |
Features |
Memory | |
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55 total memories
(25 regular memories for MW) (25 regular memories for FM) (5 regular memories for NOAA) |
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Display | |
1 KHz frequency resolution [4]
5-segments signal meter bar |
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Antenna | |
Ferrite bar 5 x 13 x 49 mm [4] | |
Power supply | |
2.4~3.2V batteries (2 x AA alkaline / NiMH) | |
Power consumption | |
30mA (with headphone)
100mA max |
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Audio power | |
0.5 W | |
Connections | |
Jack 3.5 mm (headphone / FM-NOAA antenna) |
Mechanical and environmental data |
Dimensions | |
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63 (W) x 107 (H) x 23 (D) mm | |
Weight | |
100g (without batteries) |
- With 10 KHz steps. Frequency coverage 522-1629 kHz with 9 KHz steps.
- Expanded mode.
- 7 channels for the USA weather band.
- MW band.
- FM band.
The C.Crane CC-Pocket combined ease of use, very good reception and sharp, well defined audio. It has five, one touch memory car type buttons for each band for quick use. As an advanced function you can access additional memory pages for AM and FM. The narrow AM filter is helpful to eliminate unwanted noise or adjacent overlapping stations. Narrow filter may work best for voice, normal setting (8 KHz) is best for music. NOAA radio with Alert monitor the standard channels dedicated in the USA on 162 MHz for Weather Alert System as follow.
Channel / Frequency | |
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Channel 1 | 162.400 MHz |
Channel 2 | 162.425 MHz |
Channel 3 | 162.450 MHz |
Channel 4 | 162.475 MHz |
Channel 5 | 162.500 MHz |
Channel 6 | 162.525 MHz |
Channel 7 | 162.550 MHz |
CC-Pocket features :
Battery and signal strength meters, FM stereo or mono switch, weather alert activable for 4 / 8 / or 16hr. Display light, sleep timer (120, 90, 60, 30, 15 minutes), clock and alarm, removable belt clip, rubber protected sides. When earphones are plugged in they become an external antenna for FM and NOAA band. Built-in AM ferrite bar, 1.9" long. Selectable AM tuning steps, with 1 KHz min-step. About 100 hours of play with ear buds and about 80 hours using built-in speaker. LCD shut-off to reduce radio noise.
CC-Pocket performance and practical notes :
The CCPocket radio uses the latest in digital chip technology, with excellent selectivity and good sensitivity. It is able to bring in a weak FM station better than other pocket radio. The button layout is easy to understand for basic use. On AM band, the overload from a strong local station is not a problem like other handheld radios.
CC-Pocket price
We have collected for your convenience the Crane Pocket sale price (US Dollar) and its trend over time. Useful to guarantee a cheaper purchase of this radio and to put it for sale in the second-hand market. Of course offers, accessories, warranty terms and conditions can lead to different figures.
Price | Date | Condition |
USD 64.99 | 2021-may | Brand-new |
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