Kaito KA500 AM FM Shortwave Solar Crank Emergency Weather Alert Radio Yellow (SC)

Be ready for any emergency with the Kaito KA500, a rugged, multi-functional radio engineered for survival, preparedness, and outdoor adventures. With five reliable power options, the KA500 ensures you’ll never be left without critical information or communication—no matter where you are or what the situation.

🔋 5 Ways to Power Up – Stay Connected Anytime, Anywhere

Whether the power is out or you're off the grid, the KA500 keeps going. Choose from:

• Built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery (charged via hand crank, solar panel, AC/DC adapter, or USB from a PC)

• Dynamo hand crank generator (works even with no batteries installed)

• Solar panel – uniquely 180° adjustable for maximum sunlight exposure

• Three AA batteries (not included)

• AC/DC adapter or USB cable (not included)

📻 All-in-One Emergency Broadcast Receiver

Get access to:

• AM/FM radio

• 2-band Shortwave (SW1 & SW2)

• 7 pre-set NOAA weather channels with real-time alerts for hurricanes, storms, and other emergencies—just turn the switch to tune in, no scanning required

🔦 More Than Just a Radio

• 5-LED reading lamp hidden under the solar panel – perfect for tents, cabins, or power outages

• Built-in flashlight for emergencies and outdoor use

• USB power output to charge your cell phone or small electronics with the hand crank

• Replaceable battery pack – a unique upgrade from older models; extra batteries available on Kaito’s website

💪 Built for Tough Conditions

• Durable, rubberized housing for water resistance

• Compact, lightweight, and travel-ready design

• Ideal for emergency kits, camping, hiking, and bug-out bags

📐 Specifications:

• FM: 88–108 MHz

• AM (MW): 530–1710 KHz

• NOAA Weather Channels: 1–7

• Shortwave SW1: 3.20–8.00 MHz | SW2: 9.00–22.00 MHz

• Output Power: 200 mW peak via built-in speaker

• Headphone Jack: 3.5 mm

• DC Input: 6 mm (center positive)

• Sensitivity: FM ≤ 20μV | MW ≤ 2.5mV | SW ≤ 30μV

• Battery: 3 x Ni-MH rechargeable batteries

• Dimensions: 8 x 5 x 2.5 inches (204 x 128 x 66 mm)

• Weight: 1.7 lbs

📦 Package Includes:

• Kaito KA500 Emergency Radio

• USB Cable

• User Manual