The FR360 plays AM (520-1710 KHz), FM (87.5-108 MHz) and 7 NOAA
Weather Channels:
Channel 1 162.400 MHz
Channel 2 162.425 MHz
Channel 3 162.450 MHz
Channel 4 162.475 MHz
Channel 5 162.500 MHz
Channel 6 162.525 MHz
Channel 7 162.550 MHz
For best results read the instructions below.
VOLUME CONTROL
Turning the Volume Adjusting Knob (located on the lower left) clockwise
turns up the volume; counterclockwise turns down the volume. Always turn
down the volume before using earphones.
TURNING THE FR360 ON/OFF
The FR360 is powered with 3 AA batteries, the Dynamo and Solar cell
(DYN/SOL) and the AC adapter (not included).
To turn the radio on, select DYN/SOL or BATT (upper right, next to the LCD)
and then press POWER.
Note: the radio can be played while it's charging.
BATTERY POWER
Install 3 AA batteries and set the power selector switch to the BATT posi-
tion.
SOLAR POWER
When you're in sunlight set the power switch to the DYN/SOLAR position.
This position also recharges the Ni-MH rechargeable battery.
DYNAMO POWER
The rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel-metal-hydride) battery is in the battery
compartment. To use it plug the battery into the socket adjacent to it, then
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set the power switch to the DYN/SOL position. You may have to charge the
battery; to do this turn the crank for 90 seconds. The rechargeable battery
will eventually lose its ability to hold a charge. Call Eton Corporation to order
another one.
DC-IN 5V AC ADAPTER (not included)
This is the first socket to the left on the back of the radio, under the rubber
plugs. Plug in the AC adapter (not included) to the DC IN 5 volt socket. This
also charges the Ni-MH battery.
ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS REGARDING CHARGING
• How much operating time does 90 seconds of hand cranking provide for
the radio to play? About 15 minutes.
• How long does it take to fully charge the radio's battery with the AC
adapter? About 2 hours.
• How long will the radio play when charged with the AC adapter?
About 10hrs.
• How long does it take to fully charge the radio's battery with the solar
panel? About 10 hrs in direct sunlight.
CHARGING CELL PHONES
Press the button labeled CELL. Plug the cell phone charging cord into the
USB PHONE CHARGER jack, the second socket from the left at the rear
of the radio. Plug the other end of the cord into the jack of the cell phone.
About 10 minutes of cranking results in one or two short emergency calls.
THE LIGHT ABOVE THE CRANK
A red light means radio is on. A green light means that there is sufficient
crank speed to enable a charge.
LCD BACKLIGHT
Press the DISP button to turn on the backlight for the LCD and the buttons
above the LCD for 5 seconds, after which it turns off.
SELECTING BANDS AND TUNING IN STATIONS
The FR360 plays AM (520-1710 KHz), FM (87.5-108 MHz) and 7 NOAA
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