Does it operate on batteries?
1797914
Yes, It does operate on batteries. It has a compartment for 8"D cells. The one thing it doesn't have is a outlet for headphones. I found this kind of lousy, as sometimes I would like to listen privately and I can't!
1386852
Yes it does, runs on ac or batteries. Cord un-plugs from radio, but does not have room to store it.
1565068
No. It does not require batteries. It uses the 24 volt power from the HVAC unit.
11744
Yes, as it is not battery operated. Works plugged in to an electrical outlet only.
1550237
No, it uses batteries. You will, however, not be happy with the display.Mike
1673304
Unfortunately no. It runs on ordinary AAA batteries. Try rechargeable batteries to save cost.
1465337
No, it actually has an electrical cord. You know it might have an area for batteries, but I never thought to look.
2079808
Yes. I can't remember if it came with batteries or not but it does run on batteries.
1801184
no, it does not run on batteries, it needs to be plugged into an electrical outlet
1995028
No. It's strictly battery use. I use rechargeable batteries and it works very well.
131989
No. It turns from transformer into car and back. But no sound action etc to require batteries.
340543
Yes, it does take batteries. You can also purchase a power plug separately.
842088
Mine didn't, no. Not from what I recall. It's battery powered. I sent mine back because I had issues with it the on and off button
2271926
Yes, it does. Its a wall wart transformer. The unit also runs on batteries.
258458
No it does not run on batteries and doesn't make noise. It would be great for work!
1282250
It does, but it uses very little energy. I have not changed batteries since purchase.
1564647
I never installed batteries but as I recall it needs them or the AC power to operate.