Radio station "92.5 FM"** (known as Radio Dacha, DFM or regional networks) remains a popular choice for motorists - especially when you want to listen to music without mobile Internet traffic. However, in 2026, many are faced with problems: a weak FM signal in the city, the lack of an antenna in modern cars, or the desire to listen to a specific station outside its broadcast zone. This article will help you set up listening 92.5 FM via smartphone, car stereo or external devices - even if your car does not have a standard FM receiver.

We will look at legal methods (official applications, web players) and technical solutions (FM transmitters, adapters for Android Auto/Apple CarPlay). Let us separately dwell on typical errors - for example, why the radio may “rip” when connected via Bluetooth or how to avoid legal problems when using pirated streams. All instructions apply to vehicles from 2010 to 2026, including models with digital instrument panels.

1. Listening through official applications (the most reliable way)

If you have a smartphone (Android or iOS) and stable mobile Internet (3G/4G/5G), the easiest way is to use the official applications of radio stations. Most stations on frequency 92.5 FM (for example, DFM, Radio Dacha, Like FM) have their own applications with live broadcasts.

🔹 Step by step instructions:

  1. Download the application of the desired station from App Store or Google Play (for example, "DFM: Music and news»).
  2. Register (optional, but gives access to the program archive).
  3. Connect your phone to the radio via Bluetooth, USB or Aux.
  4. Launch the application and select "Live".

⚠️ Attention: some applications (for example, Like FM) require a subscription to listen without unnecessary water. Free versions can interrupt broadcasting with ad blocks lasting up to 30 seconds.

📊 What radio do you listen to on 92.5 FM in your area?
DFM
Radio Dacha
Like FM
Other
I don't know

2. FM transmitter: how to listen to 92.5 FM without the Internet

If your car has an FM receiver but no support 92.5 FM in your region (or the signal is weak), you can use FM transmitter. This device converts the audio stream from the smartphone into a radio signal that is picked up by the radio.

🔹 How to choose a transmitter:

  • 📶 Power: at least 5 W for a stable signal in the city.
  • 🔋 Food: from the cigarette lighter or USB (the first option is preferable).
  • 🎵 Format support: MP3, WMA, AAC (for streaming audio).
  • 📱 Connection: Bluetooth 5.0 or Aux (3.5 mm).

🔧 Setting:

  1. Connect the transmitter to the cigarette lighter.
  2. Tune it to a free frequency (for example, 87.9 FM or 107.7 FM).
  3. On your phone, launch the radio station app (or streaming player) and connect it to the transmitter via Bluetooth.
  4. On the radio, select the same frequency as on the transmitter.

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⚠️ Attention: In some regions, the use of FM transmitters with power over 100 mW requires registration with Roskomnadzor. Before purchasing, check local regulations (Order of the Ministry of Telecom and Mass Communications No. 123 of 2019).

3. Connection via Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

If your machine supports Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, you can listen 92.5 FM directly through the multimedia system screen. This method is convenient because it does not require additional devices and allows you to control the radio station by voice.

🔹 Instructions for Android Auto:

  1. Install a radio station application on your phone (for example, DFM).
  2. Connect your phone to the radio via USB (Original cable is required!).
  3. Run Android Auto and select the radio application from the menu.
  4. Activate voice assistant ("Okay Google, turn on DFM").

🍎 Instructions for Apple CarPlay:

  1. Download the radio station app from App Store (for example, Like FM).
  2. Connect iPhone to the radio through USB or Bluetooth (depending on model).
  3. Run CarPlay and find the application in the media list.
  4. Use Siri for management (“Hey Siri, play Radio Dacha”).
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If Android Auto does not see the radio application, check your phone settings: go to Settings → Applications → Android Auto → Advanced settings and enable the “Show all apps” option.

4. Web players and browser solutions

Not everyone knows that many radio stations on 92.5 FM broadcast live on their websites. This is convenient if you have Internet access in your car via Wi-Fi (for example, via a smartphone hotspot) or built-in 4G modem.

🔹 How to listen via browser:

  1. Open the radio station's website on your phone (for example, dfm.ru or likeradio.ru).
  2. Find the “Live” or “Listen Online” section.
  3. Connect your phone to the radio via Bluetooth or Aux.
  4. Start playback in the browser.

⚠️ Attention: browser players consume more traffic than specialized applications (up to 120 MB/hour versus 60 MB/hour). If you have a limited tariff, use this method only when connecting to Wi-Fi.

Listening method Internet required Sound quality Difficulty setting up
Official application Yes ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Low
FM transmitter No (for setup only) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Average
Android Auto / CarPlay Yes ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Low
Web player in browser Yes ⭐⭐⭐ Low
External FM modulator No ⭐⭐⭐ High

5. External FM modulators for standard radios

If your radio does not support Bluetooth or Aux, but there is an FM receiver, you can use external FM modulator. Unlike a transmitter, it connects directly to the audio system and does not create interference.

🔹 Device examples:

  • 📻 XO Vision XZ-800 - supports USB and SD, FM output.
  • 🎧 Pioneer DEH-X3800UI — budget radio with FM modulator.
  • 🔌 Blaupunkt San Diego 520 — premium solution with support Apple CarPlay.

🔧 How to connect:

  1. Disconnect the car battery (required!).
  2. Connect the FM modulator to the audio inputs of the radio (usually the connectors ISO).
  3. Tune the modulator to a free frequency (for example, 105.5 FM).
  4. Connect the audio source (smartphone via Aux or USB).
  5. Turn on the radio and select the tuned frequency.
What to do if the modulator does not work?

Check the polarity of the connection (plus to plus, minus to minus).

Make sure the modulator frequency does not match local radio stations.

Update the firmware of the radio (instructions are usually available on the manufacturer’s website).

If the sound is interrupted, check the quality mass wires (it must be securely fastened to the body).

6. Alternative methods: DAB+, satellite radio, SD cards

If none of the above options work, consider alternatives:

🔹 DAB+ (digital radio):

Digital radio is available in some regions (Moscow, St. Petersburg, Kazan) DAB+, where 92.5 FM can broadcast in better quality. To listen you need DAB adapter (for example, Pure Highway 600) or radio with support DAB+ (for example, Sony XAV-AX5500).

🔹 Satellite radio:

Services like SiriusXM (available in Russia through unofficial resellers) offer channels similar to 92.5 FM, but with a subscription (~500–1000 ₽/month). Requires a special receiver (eg SiriusXM SXV300).

🔹 Records to SD card:

Some radio stations (eg Radio Dacha) post archives of programs in the format MP3. You can download them at SD card and listen through the radio. Minus - no live broadcast.

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DAB+ is the future of in-car radio, but is currently only available in major cities. Before purchasing an adapter, check the coverage on the website dab-russia.ru.

7. Typical problems and their solutions

When listening 92.5 FM The following difficulties may occur in the car:

🔹 Interference when using an FM transmitter:

  • 📵 Reason: nearby radio stations or car electronics.
  • 🔧 Solution: change the transmitter frequency to a less loaded one (for example, with 87.9 FM on 107.1 FM).

🔹 The radio breaks when connected via Bluetooth:

  • 📱 Reason: low bitrate of the stream or weak network signal.
  • 🔧 Solution: in the radio application settings, select the quality “Low” (64 kbps) or connect to Wi-Fi.

🔹 The radio does not see the FM modulator:

  • 🔌 Reason: Incorrect connection or incompatible connectors.
  • 🔧 Solution: check the connection diagram (usually found in the instructions for the modulator) or use an adapter ISO→RCA.

⚠️ Attention: If, after connecting external devices, extraneous noise appears in the car (for example, “background” 50 Hz), the problem may be bad mass. Connect minus wire directly to the car body, having previously cleaned the contact area.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about listening to 92.5 FM in the car

Is it possible to listen to 92.5 FM without the Internet if there is no FM receiver in the car?

Yes, but this will require FM transmitter or external FM modulator. An alternative is to download recordings of programs on SD card (if the radio station provides an archive).

Why does the radio app keep disconnecting when connected to Android Auto?

This may be due to your phone's power saving settings. Go to Settings → Battery → Battery optimization and disable optimization for the radio application. Also check the version Android Auto - update it to the latest.

Is it legal to use an FM transmitter in Russia?

Yes, if the device power does not exceed 100 mW (0.1 W). More powerful transmitters require registration with Roskomnadzor as radio transmitting devices. Before purchasing, check the specifications of the model.

How to improve FM signal reception in a car?

If the signal 92.5 FM weak, try:

  • Install external antenna (for example, Pro.Logic AL-100).
  • Use FM signal amplifier (for example, Terks OmniDirectional).
  • Park in places with better coverage (for example, on a hill).
What radio stations are broadcast on 92.5 FM in my area?

Frequency 92.5 FM may be occupied by different stations depending on the city. Check the website for up-to-date information radio-map.ru or in the app Radio Garden.