OPERATION GUIDE
continued
The Shortwave Band Chart, shown below, is also helpful. Shortwave is
divided into 'bands'. Each band represents a specific frequency range
in which broadcasting takes place.
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BAND
BAND
FREQUENCY
BAND
(METER)
CHARACTERISTICS
RANGE (MHz)
SWITCH
SW1
49 m
5.90-6.35
Night band up to 8 am.
SW2
41 m
7.00-7.45
Night band up to 8 am.
SW3
31 m
9.50-9.95
Mainly a night band up to 8 am. Late afternoon in
some areas.
SW4
25 m
11.65-12.05
Mainly a night band up to 8 am. Late afternoon in
some areas.
SW5
22 m
13.50-13.95
Day band.
SW6
19 m
15.10-15.60
Day band.
SW7
16 m
17.60-18.10
Day band.
USING THE LIGHT
Set the FLASHLIGHT to the ON position.
USING THE EARPHONE JACK
Plug in a set of earphones (not included) of your choice that have a
1/8 inch mono or stereo plug. When using earphones the built-in
speaker will be switched off automatically. Note that stereo ear-
phones will work and sound will be heard from both sides, although
FM is not received in stereo.
USING THE SIREN
The siren can be used to attract attention in an emergency situation.
To activate it, turn it on by selecting ON with the siren ON/OFF switch.
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SERVICE INFORMATION
You may contact Eton Corporation Service Department for additional
information or assistance by calling toll-free Monday through Friday,
8:30am -4:00pm Pacific Standard Time:
1(800) 872-2228 (US)
1(800) 673-1648 (CN)
650-903-3866 (World-wide)
or
FAX: 650-903-3867
customersvc@etoncorp.com
Web Site: www.etoncorp.com
Call for a Return Authorization prior to shipping your unit. Should you
want to return your unit for service, pack the receiver carefully using
the original carton or other suitable container. Write your return
address clearly on the shipping carton and on an enclosed cover let-
ter describing the service required, symptoms or problems. Also,
include your daytime telephone number and a copy of your proof of
purchase. The receiver will be serviced under the terms of the Eton
Corporation Limited Warranty and
returned to you.
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OPERATION MANUAL
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