The August DR245 is a digital radio receiver that tunes into DAB, DAB+, and FM stations, giving you access to a wide range of music, sports, and talk programming. A touch screen and an included remote control let you operate the unit from your seat. Up to 20 station presets can be stored for DAB and FM combined, making your favourite stations immediately accessible.

Beyond radio, the DR245 also acts as a Bluetooth receiver. Connect it to non-Bluetooth speakers and stream audio from a smartphone or tablet over Bluetooth v4.2 on the 2.4GHz band. The built-in alarm clock lets you set a wake-up time to a preset station or buzzer.

Key Features

• DAB / DAB+ / FM radio reception
• Bluetooth v4.2 receiver for streaming from smartphones and tablets
• Up to 20 station presets for DAB and FM
• Built-in alarm clock with preset station or buzzer wake option
• Remote control included
• Touch screen display

Product Benefits

• DAB and DAB+ tuning gives access to a broader range of digital stations than FM alone
• Bluetooth receiver mode lets non-Bluetooth speakers receive audio wirelessly from a phone
• 20 presets across DAB and FM mean your favourite stations are one button away
• Remote control removes the need to approach the unit to change station or volume
• Alarm clock function means you can use the DR245 as a bedside radio
• Touch screen provides an intuitive interface for navigating stations and settings

Technical Specifications

• DAB Radio Frequency: 174.928 – 239.2 MHz
• FM Radio Frequency: 87.5 – 108 MHz
• Bluetooth Version: v4.2
• Bluetooth Profile: A2DP, AVCTP, AVDTP, AVRCP, GAVDP, HFP, HSP
• Transmission Frequency: 2.4 GHz
• Power Adaptor Input: AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz
• Power Adaptor Output: DC 5V, 1.5A
• Standby Power Consumption: 7.5 W
• Station Presets: Up to 20 (DAB and FM)
• In the Box: DR245 unit, remote control, power adaptor, audio cable, instruction manual

Why You'll Love It

• One device covers DAB+, FM, and Bluetooth streaming — no need for separate components
• The remote control lets you manage the radio from the sofa without getting up
• Alarm to a preferred station or buzzer suits different wake-up preferences
• Wide mains voltage range (AC 100–240V) means it works anywhere in Europe