The Budi CCT19B FM Bluetooth car charger carries 42W of total charging output, Bluetooth 5.0 wireless audio, and a built-in FM transmitter, and it is now available at Mascom International for KSh 3,200. The unit plugs straight into your cigarette lighter socket and accepts 12V to 24V input, so it works in saloon cars, pickups, matatus, and light commercial trucks alike. A USB-C Power Delivery port and USB-A output share the 42W budget, with a combined 5V 3.4A rating across the USB-A side. Collect the Budi CCT19B at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Most cars on Kenyan roads are used Japanese imports whose factory head units play FM radio and CDs but offer no wireless pairing at all. Drivers end up balancing a phone on the dashboard with earphone cables trailing across the gear lever, which is awkward and unsafe in Nairobi traffic. The Budi CCT19B fixes that for roughly the price of half a tank of fuel. Bolt and Uber drivers, sales representatives covering Thika Road and Mombasa Road, long-distance travellers on the Nairobi to Kisumu run, and families driving upcountry each December get wireless music, hands-free calls, and two live charging ports.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya who stock unbranded transmitters with no model number and no after-sales cover, Mascom International sells the Budi CCT19B as a named SKU backed by a written warranty and a service desk you can walk into. Users consistently report that the 42W rating matters most in shared cars, where a driver and a passenger both need charge on a two-hour trip. At Mascom International, we're seeing car accessories move fastest between November and January. Order the Budi CCT19B on +254 708 852 521 or test one in store before paying.
Common Questions About the Budi CCT19B
Is the Budi CCT19B genuine, and what does the 42W rating actually cover?
Yes. Mascom International stocks the Budi CCT19B as a branded unit with the model number printed on the housing, not a generic copy. The 42W figure is total output shared across all ports at once. The USB-C Power Delivery port handles the heavy work, pushing a Samsung Galaxy A17 or an iPhone past 50 percent in about half an hour. The USB-A side is rated 5V 3.4A combined, which suits a second phone, a dashcam, or a Bluetooth earpiece charging alongside.
Will the Budi CCT19B work with my old Toyota or Nissan radio?
It works with any car radio that receives FM, which covers practically every used import on Kenyan roads. The Budi CCT19B broadcasts a short-range FM signal between 87.6 and 107.9 MHz. You tune your car stereo to an empty frequency, set the transmitter to the same number, and your phone audio comes through the car speakers. No wiring, no dashboard surgery, and no visit to a car audio shop along Kirinyaga Road.
How do I set up the Budi CCT19B the first time?
Setup takes under three minutes. Plug the unit into the cigarette lighter socket and switch on the ignition. Scan your car radio for a frequency with nothing but static, then use the buttons on the Budi CCT19B to match that number on its screen. Open Bluetooth on your phone, pair with the device that appears, and play a track. The pairing is remembered, so future trips connect automatically once the engine starts.
Does the FM audio stay clean on Kenyan highways?
Audio quality holds up well when you pick the frequency carefully. Nairobi has a crowded FM band, so choose a gap at the low end near 87.6 MHz or the high end near 107.9 MHz where no station broadcasts. Once you leave town on the Nairobi to Nakuru highway, interference drops and the signal stays steady. If a local station starts bleeding in near Naivasha or Nyeri, retune both the radio and the transmitter to a fresh frequency.
How well does hands-free calling work in stop-start traffic?
The built-in microphone picks up your voice from normal driving position, and calls play through the car speakers at whatever volume you set. Music pauses automatically when a call comes in and resumes after you hang up. Answer and end-call buttons sit on the face of the unit, so your phone can stay in the cradle or the door pocket. This keeps both hands on the wheel on Waiyaki Way and Uhuru Highway.
What does the LED screen actually show me?
The screen reports the selected FM frequency, current Bluetooth status, the track playing from USB or memory card, and your car battery voltage in real time. That voltage readout is more useful than it sounds. A healthy engine running should read around 13.8V to 14.4V. If it sits near 12V while the engine runs, your alternator or battery needs checking before you get stranded somewhere along the Mombasa road at night.
Can I play music without using my phone at all?
Yes. The Budi CCT19B reads MP3, WMA, FLAC, and WAV files from a USB flash drive or a microSD card plugged directly into the unit. Load a drive with music at home and the car plays it without touching your phone, which saves Safaricom or Airtel bundles on long trips and keeps your battery for navigation. Note that the microSD card is not supplied in the box. Mascom International stocks cards separately.
How does this compare to replacing the whole car stereo?
A double-DIN Android head unit with wireless mirroring costs between KSh 18,000 and KSh 45,000 in Nairobi, plus installation labour and a half day without your car. The Budi CCT19B costs KSh 3,200 and takes three minutes. You give up a touchscreen and reversing camera input, but you gain the two things most drivers actually wanted: wireless audio and fast charging. It also moves to your next vehicle in seconds.
How do I order and pay if I am outside Nairobi?
Call or WhatsApp +254 708 852 521 with your town and the Budi CCT19B ships countrywide on pay-on-arrival terms. You inspect the unit, plug it in if you want, and pay the rider only once it is in your hands. Nairobi orders often arrive the same day. Kisumu, Eldoret, Nakuru, Kakamega, Meru, and every other major town receive it the next business day. No deposit is requested up front.
Technical Specifications
Charging Output and Port Layout
- Total rated output reaches 42W shared across all ports, enough for a phone and tablet running together
- USB-C port supports Power Delivery negotiation, matching voltage automatically to iPhone, Samsung, Tecno, and Infinix handsets
- USB-A output carries a combined 5V 3.4A rating for dashcams, earbuds, GPS units, and second phones
- Input range spans DC 12V to 24V, covering private cars, pickups, matatus, lorries, and tractors without an adapter
- Quick Charge protocol support on the USB-A side speeds up older Android phones lacking USB-C Power Delivery
- Built-in protection circuits guard against over-current, over-voltage, and short circuits common with unstable vehicle wiring
Bluetooth Audio and Wireless Pairing
- Bluetooth 5.0 chipset pairs in about three seconds and reconnects automatically each time the ignition turns on
- Wireless range covers the whole cabin, so a rear passenger can control the playlist from the back seat
- Works with Spotify, YouTube Music, Boomplay, Mdundo, and any other app that plays through phone audio
- Bluetooth 5.0 draws less phone battery than older versions, useful when Google Maps runs on the same handset
- Handles audio from tablets and laptops too, not just phones, for anyone streaming from a second device
- Connection holds through short tunnels and underpasses without dropping the track or restarting playback
FM Transmission and Radio Tuning
- Transmission band runs from 87.6 MHz to 107.9 MHz in 0.1 MHz steps for precise frequency matching
- Short broadcast range keeps the signal inside your vehicle and avoids interfering with cars beside you
- Manual tuning buttons let you change frequency in seconds when you cross into a new broadcast area
- Works with every FM-capable car radio ever fitted, including 1990s Japanese imports with cassette decks
- Selected frequency stays in memory after the engine stops, so daily commutes need no retuning at all
- Choosing an empty frequency at the band edges gives the cleanest sound in Nairobi's crowded radio environment
Local Playback and Audio Formats
- Reads MP3, WMA, FLAC, and WAV files, covering both compressed downloads and lossless music collections
- USB flash drive port plays music directly, leaving your phone free for calls, navigation, and messages
- MicroSD card slot accepts a card loaded with albums, sermons, podcasts, or audiobooks for long drives
- Track skip and pause buttons sit on the unit face, so playback control never requires touching the phone
- Standard mode and subwoofer mode change the bass balance to suit either speech content or music
- No data bundle is consumed during local playback, which matters on long Nairobi to Mombasa road trips
Display, Controls and Vehicle Monitoring
- LED screen shows the active FM frequency, playback source, and pairing status in one readable view
- Live car battery voltage readout warns you early when an alternator or battery is starting to fail
- Dedicated answer and end-call buttons let you handle a call without looking away from the road ahead
- Volume control on the unit works independently of the phone, useful when the handset sits out of reach
- Screen brightness stays readable in daylight through a windscreen and does not dazzle during night driving
- Button layout is large enough to operate by feel, which matters on rough sections of upcountry roads
Build Quality and Vehicle Compatibility
- Packaged dimensions measure 10.4 by 5.5 by 13.5 centimetres, with the unit itself weighing around 200 grams
- Spring-loaded contacts hold firmly in standard 12V cigarette lighter sockets across Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, and Subaru cars
- Flexible neck positions the screen and buttons toward the driver rather than facing the passenger footwell
- Plastic housing resists the cabin heat that builds up in cars parked outdoors through a Nairobi afternoon
- Compact body clears most gear levers and centre consoles, including cramped Toyota Vitz and Mazda Demio layouts
- Moves between vehicles in seconds, so the unit follows you when you sell or change your car
Package Contents
The Budi CCT19B retail box contains the FM transmitter and car charger unit itself, the printed user manual with pairing and tuning instructions, and Budi warranty documentation. Mascom International adds a receipt and warranty card at the counter. A microSD card is not included in the box. Mascom International stocks memory cards, USB-C cables, and USB-A cables separately for buyers who want a complete in-car setup on the same visit.
Warranty
The Budi CCT19B carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects under normal use. Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles claims directly, with no shipping back to the manufacturer required. Damage from vehicle wiring faults, liquid exposure, and physical impact falls outside standard cover.
Buying the Budi CCT19B in Kenya
Mascom International stocks the Budi CCT19B at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM to plug the unit into a live socket, pair a phone, and hear the FM output before you commit a shilling. Our team will also help you pick a clear frequency for your side of town.
Three ways to order:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every Kenyan county. Nairobi and its environs receive the Budi CCT19B the same day. Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisii, Kakamega, Mombasa, Kisumu, and all other major towns receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You inspect the unit and pay only when it arrives.
Every Budi CCT19B sold here comes with the 6-month Mascom warranty stated above. Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for accurate specifications, current Kenyan pricing, and after-sales support handled face to face in Nairobi CBD.
