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Milwaukee Jobsite Radio, Model# 2790-20

Item# 153504
Milwaukee Jobsite Radio, Model# 2790-20

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Milwaukee Jobsite Radio, Model# 2790-20

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  • AC/DC versatility: Powered by Milwaukee M12™, M18™, V18™, V28®, Ni-Cd 12V to 18V (battery not included), plus AC outlet
  • Premium 4in. speakers and 40 Watt amplifier kicks out up to 6X more power than competitive radios
  • Weather-sealed auxiliary compartment protects MP3 players and other audio devices
  • Customizable equalizer and 10-station preset allows you to personalized sound and enhance musical and vocal quality
  • Built-in bottle opener offers convenience on and off the jobsite

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Product Summary

The Milwaukee Jobsite Radio 2790-20 has the unique capability of drawing power from ALL Milwaukee 12–28 Volt batteries, including M series, V series and Ni-Cd. This feature-filled Jobsite Radio delivers the highest reception accuracy and signal clarity in its class with an exclusive AM/FM tuner and digital processor. Backed by legendary Milwaukee durability, a shock absorbing ABS polymer and steel construction protects internal components from weather and abusive job site conditions.

What's Included

  • (1) Jobsite radio
  • (2) AA batteries
  • (1) Auxiliary cord

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Features + Benefits

  • AC/DC versatility: Powered by Milwaukee M12™, M18™, V18™, V28®, Ni-Cd 12V to 18V (battery not included), plus AC outlet
  • Premium 4in. speakers and 40 Watt amplifier kicks out up to 6X more power than competitive radios
  • Weather-sealed auxiliary compartment protects MP3 players and other audio devices
  • Customizable equalizer and 10-station preset allows you to personalized sound and enhance musical and vocal quality
  • Built-in bottle opener offers convenience on and off the jobsite
  • USB output provides power to charge most small electronic devices
  • 1/8in. stereo jack
  • Durable cord wrap for easy storage of 6-ft. AC cord
  • Includes two AA batteries for memory backup
  • 19 1/2in. in length

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

153504

Brand

Milwaukee

Manufacturer's Warranty

12 months parts / 12 months labor
AttributeSpecification

Ship Weight

20.0 LB

Volts

28

Dimensions L x W x H (in.)

21 x 10 x 11.5 in

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  1. 12 Volt Port On Back ???

    Hi,

    Does this one have the 12 volt cigarette lighter type port on the back where the power cord is connected?

    Thanks Chrissy

    1. Yes it does have a 12volt plug on the back. You could use a automotive style charger to plug into it.

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    2. This Milwaukee has a 12 Volt DC Output Jack on the back This jack can be used to charge a cell phone, power a CD player or any other device that uses less than 500 mA of DC electrical current.
      NOTE: Any device that uses more than 500 mA of DC electrical current will trip a self-resetting function.

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  2. Does this have a port so that you can use an mp3 player and play it through the speakers of the unit?

    1. Yes it does have a headphone style jack inside the top compartment.

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    2. Yes, the Milwaukee Jobsite Radio can be connected to a MP3 player.

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  3. What is the approximate battery run time?

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    1. With a Milwaukee compact battery you can expect a run time of about 1.5 hours on this radio. When you step up to an extended run battery your run time will increase to about 4 hours.

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  4. Does the USB port all a flash drive to play music?

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    1. The music would be played through the Auxiliary input 1/8'' stereo jack. The USB port would not accommodate a flash drive for music. It is an output port made for charging small electronic devices.

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  5. Did you partner with any speaker companys like Pioneer or Boss to make this products speakers? If so which one?

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    1. This radio comes with 4 inch high performance poly speakers. This is all made by Milwaukee.

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  6. does it also come with a European plug (electricity)?

    1 answer

    1. This does not come with a European plug. This is strictly a 120 volt unit.

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  7. my shop is in a metal building. does this radio have a place for an external antenna?

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    1. This radio does not have an external antenna hookup but with an exclusive AM/FM tuner with digital processor it will delivers the highest reception accuracy and signal clarity.

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  8. my new radio will not chargr my 12 or 18 volt battaries

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    Originally posted on milwaukeetool.com

    1. Hi, At this time no Milwaukee radio will charge a battery pack. Thanks

  9. does this work with the small compact baterys

    1 answer

    1. It can be powered by all Milwaukee tool batteries from 12 volt to 28 volt. This would include the M, V and NiCad batteries. It would not use regular batteries. It can also be plugged into to a standard 120 volt outlet.

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  10. Does the milwaukee jobsite radio, model 2790-20 radio charge the m18 battery ?

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    1. The job site radio will not charge your batteries. You may use your already charged M18 batteries to power the radio.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

12 months parts / 12 months labor

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