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(More customer reviews)I saw this device on job-site not too long after it was released. I had to search around to find it, now it's for sale everywhere.
Pros:
-cage allows it to be chained down with ladders and job box.
-cord wrap keeps cable tidy when not in use.
-light weight.
-square shape lets you stack it on a two wheeler (unlike the DW & Mil).
-snap-down CD tray keeps discs from jamming if you tip it or crash into it with a skyjack.
-EQ was designed to be LOUD and fill a room with sound (see cons).
-on-board GFCI cleans up cable clutter.
-12v output and mini-jack input lets me tie in an i-pod or other gear.
-battery charger cabinet holds 8-9 CD jewel cases for safe transport!
CONS:
-EQ was not designed for the audiophile carpenter. If you want booming lows and tight high-end, buy a Bose Wave Radio and hope you don't trash it.
-no line out jack for sending to a transmitter or other device.
-FM reception is garbage, I use CDs and MP3s unless we are listening to AM.
-backlit display is not designed for viewing above horizontal. If you have the box setting on the ground, you must tip it back (or lay on the floor) to read the display. From above you see all possible icons.
-volume control doesn't give you much room for subtle music. I normally keep it on 1 or 2. Volume is electronic with a momentary up-down control via a shuttle knob (on the left)
-GFCI doors flip up, so you have to tip the unit to the side to see the plugs for mating. I just tore the doors off after a while. I figured, why have rain lids? I work indoors well after the job has been dry.
-all of the nooks and crannies on the molded case collect a LOT of dust and debris.
HINT!
The antenna is discretely hidden in the round top handle. I disassembled the unit, cut the antenna lead to the handle and soldered it to a retractable antenna (from my local RadioShack) that I attached easily to the top of the main shell. I do not reccomend this procedure, but I can tell you, it SIGNIFICANTLY increased my FM reception.
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Factory-Reconditioned Bosch PB10-CDR-RT Power Box Advanced Job Site Radio with CD Player and Remote ControlThe Bosch PB10-CD Power Box System is ready to rock when you are. This AM/FM radio with CD player features a tough design that will stand up to the elements. And with its advanced feature that lets you charge your Bosch batteries while listening to music, it's a must-have for any jobsite.
View Product Demo.Great-Sounding Radio and CD PlayerGet awesome sound through the PB10-CD's premium speakers and 3.5 watt built-in amplifier, plus four preset equalizer settings for dialing in that perfect sound. And you can control it all via the included remote control that can be stored on the Power Box or on a key ring.
The advanced CD player will play all of your favorite CD-R/RW discs as well as your regular CDs, and it has a 40-second anti-skip protection feature built-in to eliminate CD skipping. If you would rather listen to your MP3 player, the PB10-CD comes with an auxiliary input, allowing you to plug in and play your digital music device or other auxiliary music source.
Recharge While Listening to Tunes or Power the unit off a Bosch BatteryThe Power Box does more than just provide great music to the jobsite; it will also recharge all of your 12V-24V NiCad Bosch power tool batteries while the music plays away! Simply plug your low battery into the interior charging station, and it will recharge the battery in no time. Or, if you're on the go, use your Bosch battery to power the radio without the cord.
If you need to charge your cell phone or any other 12v electrical component, the Bosch Power Box has an auxiliary jack to always keep you up and running.
It also has an integrated four-way GFCI protecting outlet that meets OSHA requirements, so you can run all of your power tools through the PB10-CD. Who knew a radio/CD player could be so versatile!
Tough, Durable Design Can Handle AbuseWith its sealed buttons, speakers, and battery chamber, the Power Box blocks out water, dust, and other harmful elements from damaging its interior components. It also features an extremely durable protective roll cage made of tough aluminum that can withstand a fall from 10 feet.
The Bosch PB10-CD Power Box Advanced Jobsite AM/FM Stereo with CD and Remote measures 14 x 14 x 14 inches and weighs 21 pounds. It is backed by Bosch's one-year limited warranty, 30-day money back guarantee, and one-year service protection plan.
What's in the BoxPB10-CD Power Box System, remote control, and two AAA batteries.
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