how wet can the radio get?
782401
It is hard to know because each radio is at the opposite end of the shower head. It does get moisture on it. We have had a sony shower radio for the last three years and it is still working fine.
782402
The radio hangs opposite the faucet, but does get water on it. We have had the radio for four years, and it is still working.
782403
Hi Dorisnewman, Sony ICFS79W Portable Radio is water resistant and is not meant to be immersed in or come into continuous contact with water . -Vincent
887595
It can not get wet. I jumped into the pool with mine on, because at times you can forget you have it on and i was so nervous. I let it dry for 3 days and it works almost perfectly. I remebered I had it on after about 10 mins of mild activity in watee.
1254514
I wouldn't worry about a light rain for a very brief time, but water could easily get in this thing. The knobs, plugs, speaker, and battery compartment are not sealed.
489427
In my experience, I haven't been able to listen to real-time radio stations. The radio function works on the QQ, but as soon as I'm under water, even just freestyle swimming, the radio cuts in and out and is fuzzy. Now if you downloaded podcasts and put them on the QQ you wouldn't have a worry in the world. I think water must not be a good conductor of radio waves.
2252710
It will definitely get to wet. Take it to the laundry mat. That's what I do.
664914
This radio did not work for me in the water. All I got was static once I got in the water.
1166243
Haven't tried the mp3 aspect of it, but as far as the radio goes, the radio frequency gets interrupted by the water. If you go more than 1-2 feet below the water surface, the radio picks up a ton of static; any lower and you'll just get pure static. Also, a lot of times the ear buds aren't the best suited for blocking out water (yes, I know it's what they're supposed to do), and if there is any water leakage from the pressure of diving underwater, then your sound will be diminished significantly (as in, the sound coming through the ear buds will be muffled due to the water). Gets pretty annoying when only one ear bud leaks though since the sounds is clear on one ear, and muffled on the other lol. Haven't tried the mp3 aspect of it, but as far as the radio goes, the radio frequency gets interrupted by the water. If you go more than 1-2 feet below the water surface, the radio picks up a ton of static; any lower and you'll just get pure static. Also, a lot of times the ear buds aren't the best suited for blocking out water (yes, I know it's what they're supposed to do), and if there is any water leakage from the pressure of diving underwater, then your sound will be diminished significantly (as in, the sound coming through the ear buds will be muffled due to the water). Gets pretty... » Read More Haven't tried the mp3 aspect of it, but as far as the radio goes, the radio frequency gets interrupted by the water. If you go more than 1-2 feet below the water surface, the radio picks up a ton of static; any lower and you'll just get pure static. Also, a lot of times the ear buds aren't the best suited for blocking out water (yes, I know it's what they're supposed to do), and if there is any water leakage from the pressure of diving underwater, then your sound will be diminished significantly (as in, the sound coming through the ear buds will be muffled due to the water). Gets pretty annoying when only one ear bud leaks though since the sounds is clear on one ear, and muffled on the other lol. « Show Less
906769
I wouldn't suggest it. This radio is cased in wood (MDF with a veneer), which I think would not stand up well to moisture. Better to find a radio with a plastic case, or, ideally, one designed for a wet environment.
2120544
I don't know about your need for a radio, but you absolutely don't want this one. it's not waterproof or even splashproof. It completely fills with water - COMPLETELY, after a 10 second immersion under 6" of water.
46687
We have not had ours wet, but the part carried by the child does not have a seal on the battery compartment. The sound comes through three holes about the size of the wire on a paper clip. It could not take being submerged, but would probably not be hurt by splashes of water or rain as long as it was wiped off right away.
1336274
I don't think it would instantly get wet, but I wouldn't say it's overly waterproof..if that makes sense.
748440
The controller isn't waterproof but it's mounted inside of the vehicle so it should stay dry.
1833123
I agree with 'water resistant'. Looks like both of them can take a splash or light rain but I wouldn't 'submerge' the controller, or install the receiver were a lot of road mist or natural rain would hit it constantly.As others have stated, a little silicone will seal the ends of the receiver heat shrink better. If you leave the controller out in the rain, well, bad on you... :)
46688
We have not had ours wet, but the part carried by the child does not have a seal on the battery compartment.The sound comes through three holes about the size of the wire on a paper clip. It could not take being submerged, but would probably not be hurt by splashes of water or rain as long as it was wiped off right away.
407078
Mine is very waterproof, as I swim with mine. Reception is not fabulous but could get quite a few stations.
636176
I have not alowed my phantom to get wet as it has electronic circuitry critical to its operation. I would have no expectation that device is in any way suited to wet conditions.
313969
I would not get it wet. It is not sealed against moisture penetration. The button contacts and battery would likely be damaged. I guess you could wrap it in a clingy plastic wrap as long as it's not so tight as to depress the red call button.