Eton G1000a Am/fm Shortwave Radio Operation Manual

							G1000A
OPERATION MANUAL
www.etoncorp.com
AM/FM/SHORTWAVE RADIO
  
						

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INTRODUCTION.................................................................................... 4
FEATURES ............................................................................................ 5 
CONTROL LOCATIONS ......................................................................... 6
BASIC OPERATION ............................................................................... 7
• BATTERIES ......................................................................................... 7
• POWER ON/OFF / VOLUME ................................................................ 7
• FM RADIO ......................................................................................... 7
• AM / SW18 RADIO ........................................................................... 7
• ANTENNA  .......................................................................................... 7
• AC ADAPTOR  ..................................................................................... 8
• CLOCK .............................................................................................. 8
• ALARM SET ....................................................................................... 8
• ALARM ON/OFF ................................................................................. 9
• LIGHT ................................................................................................ 9
• SLEEP FUNCTION ...............................................................................10
• PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................... 11
INTRODUCTION TO SHORTWAVE .......................................................... 11
• WHAT ARE BANDS? ........................................................................... 12
• DAY BANDS/NIGHT BANDS ................................................................13
• DAYTIME LISTENING ..........................................................................14
• EVENING LISTENING ..........................................................................15
• HOW TO  IDENTIFY WHAT YOU’RE  LISTENING TO  ................................ 16
• HOW TO FIND STATIONS THAT YOU WANT TO HEAR .......................... 16
SERVICE INFORMATION ........................................................................ 16
ONE YEAR  LIMITED WARRANTY  ............................................................17
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MAJOR FEATURES OF THE G1000A• AM, FMstereo and 8 shortwave bands (49, 41, 31, 25, 22,
19, 16 and 13 meters).
• Analog tuning with digital frequency readout.
• Clock, alarm and sleep timer.
• Digital display shows frequency, time, sleep time and 
symbols for sleep timer and alarm activation.
• Rotary volume control.
• Earphone socket.
• DC socket for AC adaptor use (AC adaptor not included).
• Telescopic antenna for FM and SW reception.
• Internal ferrite bar antenna for AM (MW) reception.
• Operates on 2 AA batteries.
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Thank you for purchasing the G1000A AM/FM/SW  Radio.This
owner’s manual is conveniently divided into two sections, BASIC
OPERATION and INTRODUCTION TO SHORTWAVE. Both sections are
important. If you are new to shortwave listening, the INTRODUCTION
TO SHORTWAVE section will give you all the information that youneed to enjoy broadcasts from around the world.
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1. BATTERIESRemove the battery compartment cover by pushing it in the 
direction of the arrow. Install two ‘AA’ batteries according to the
polarity symbols (+ and ) marked next to the compartment.
For easy removal, place the batteries on top of the liftout ribbon.
2. POWER ON/OFF/VOLUMETurn the radio on by switching the power on/off switch (11).
Use the volume knob (21) to adjust the volume.
3. FM RADIOSelect the FM band by using the band selector switch (13).
Use the tuning knob (6) to tune the radio to the desired frequency.
When a strong signal is found, the TUNE indicator will light.
If you are using an earphone to listen to FM stereo, the 
FM ST. LED (5) will light. Note that the frequency of the stationappears in the display (3).
4. AM/SW18 RADIOSelect the desired band, AM or SW 18, by using the band selector
switch (13). Turn the tuning knob (6) to the desired frequency \which appears in the display (3) or just tune around and listen for
stations. Note that MW appears in the display when AM is
seleced. That’s because the AM band is called MW (for medium
wave) in some parts of the world. SW appears in the display whenSW 18 is selected.
5. ANTENNAA. For AM (MW) the radio uses an internal, directional, ferrite bar
antenna. Rotate the radio for best reception.
B. For FM/SW, fully extend the telescopic antenna (1). For FM,
rotate it for best reception.
3CONTROL LOCATIONS
1. Antenna
2. Stand (rear)
3. Display
4. Tune LED
5. FM ST. LED
6. Tuning Knob
7. Hour
8. Minute
9. Light
10. Sleep
11. Power On/Off12. Band Indicator
13. Band Selector 
14. Time Set
15. Alarm Set
16. Alarm On/Off
17. Battery Compartment (rear)
18. Hand Strap
19. DC Jack
20. Earphone Jack
21. Volume Knob
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9. ALARM ON/OFF (ACTIVATING/DEACTIVATING THE ALARM) Press the AL.ON/OFF (16) button. The alarm activation symbol
appears in the upper right corner of the LCD and looks like a
loudspeaker. When the loudspeaker symbol appears in the display,
the alarm is activated. When the loudspeaker symbol is not in 
the display, the alarm is deactivated.
When the activated alarm turns the radio on, it can be turned off
by pressing the AL.ON/OFF button. This will cause the loudspeaker
symbol to disappear from the display.
10.LIGHTThe LIGHT button (9) causes the display to be illuminated. It will 
turn off automatically after about 10 seconds. Note that using the
light feature decreases battery life.
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6. AC ADAPTOR (NOT INCLUDED)The G1000A can be used with an AC adaptor that supplies an
output of 3 volts DC, negative polarity (center tip set to negative),
capable of supplying 100 milliamperes or greater current. Plug tip
diameters: 3.4 millimeters outer; 1.3 millimeter inner.
7. CLOCK The clock displays time in 12 hour, AM/PM format.
While keeping the TIME SET button (14) pressed, set the correct
hour and minutes with the HOUR (7) and MINUTE (8) buttons.
They can be pressed with quick, short presses to advance slowly or
they can be kept pressed down to advance rapidly. When finished,
release the TIME SET button.
8. ALARM SET While keeping the AL.SET button (15) pressed, set the 
correct wakeup hour and minutes with the HOUR (7) and MINUTE
(8) buttons. They can be pressed with quick, short presses to
advance slowly or they can be kept pressed down to advance 
rapidly. When finished, release the  AL.SET button.
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11. SLEEP FUNCTION The sleep function enables the radio to play for a specified 
time before automatically shutting off (from 1 hour 59 minutes to just one minute).
1. With the radio turned off, press and do not release the SLEEP
(10) button. This turns the radio on and 59 minutes appears in
the display. This also activates the sleep timer activation 
symbol [       ] in the upper right corner of the LCD. This symbol
looks like a little bed with a person lying in it.
2. If 59 minutes is OK for your needs, release the SLEEP button 
at this point. If not, proceed to the next step.
3. While continuing to keep the SLEEP button pressed, use 
the HOUR and MINUTE buttons to adjust the sleep time 
for your needs. When finished, release the SLEEP button.
While it is playing in sleep mode, it can be turned off by pressing
the SLEEP button. The sleep timer activation symbol will disappear 
from the display.
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12. PRECAUTIONSDo not use any abrasive powder to clean the cabinet. Wipe it
with a soft cloth moistened with a mild soap and water solution.
Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.
If the sound becomes low or distorted, replace the batteries with
new. Do not use old and new batteries together and never inte
mix different brands or types of batteries. If the set is not used 
for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent to possible 
battery acid leakage.
5INTRODUCTION TO  SHORTWAVE
Shortwave enables you to hear stations from around the world.
Now that you have a shortwave radio, no doubt you’ll want to hear
worldwide stations right away. If you’re new to shortwave, please
take some time to learn the basics outlined below. To successfully
listen to shortwave stations you must know how to find them. They
are found in the shortwave ‘bands’. If you’re an experienced short
wave listener, you’ll already know what bands are and how to use
them, but if you’re new, you’ll need to learn about bands first. After
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BAND MEGAHERTZ (MHz)  KILOHERTZ (KHz) G1000A’S(as on the G1000A)                  (as in most broadcast)     switch setting
49 meters 5.9506.20 MHz 59506200 KHz SW1
41 meters 7.107.60 MHz 71007600 KHz SW2
31 meters 9.209.90 MHz 95009900 KHz SW3
25 meters 11.60012.200 MHz 1160012100 KHz SW4
22 meters 13.57013.870 MHz 1357013870 KHz SW5
19 meters 15.1015.80 MHz 1510015800 KHz SW6
16 meters 17.48017.90 MHz 1748017900 KHz SW7
13 meters 21.45021.850 MHz 2145021850 KHz SW8
DAY BANDS / NIGHT BANDS – THE DIFFERENCE 
IS VERY IMPORTANT
Because shortwave signals depend on such factors as the sun, the
ionosphere and interaction with the earth itself, signals cannot be
heard on all bands throughout the day. Some bands are best during
the daylight hours, and some are best at night. Here are some good‘rules of thumb’.
• In general, the bands with frequencies below 13000 KHz are better at night
and the bands with frequencies above 13000 KHz are best during the day.
This guideline is not ‘cast in concrete’ but is a useful general rule of thumb.
• Around sunrise and sunset, both the day and night bands might 
be good, sometimes exceptionally good.
• In the summer time, the day bands often are good into the early night.
• While most shortwave stations are found within the frequency 
limits of these defined bands, some are found outside of them.
It pays to take the time to tune inbetween bands too.
• These guidelines can be used worldwide and are not dependent 
on location.
WHAT ARE BANDS? If you have ever listened to AM or FM radio, then you already know
what a band is. The AM band is a frequency range stretching form
530 to 1600 kilohertz, the FM band is 88108 megahertz. A band is
simply a frequency range where stations are located. When you look
for stations in these ‘bands’, you simply tune around with the tuning
knob until you find a station you like. Shortwave is similar and the
shortwave bands have names like 25 meters, 31 meters, 49 meters,
etc. These are abbreviated 25m, 31m and 49m. Just like in AM and
FM radio, one simply gets into the shortwave band and tunes around,
looking for stations.
For example, the 19 meter shortwave band encompasses the frequen
cy range of 15.1 to 15.6 megahertz. Below is a list of the shortwave
bands used for international shortwave broadcasts and their corre
sponding frequency ranges, as found in the Etón model G1000A.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Etón G1000Ashows shortwave fre
quencies in megahertz, abbreviated MHz. Since shortwave broadcast
schedules usually show frequency in kilohertz, the chart below shows
both. Remember, the same frequency can be stated in either mega
hertz or kilohertz, just as the same distances can be expressed in
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Listed below are the characteristics of the major shortwave bands.
Follow these guidelines for best listening results.
DAYTIME LISTENINGShortwave listening is generally at its poorest during the daylight
hours of about two hours after sunrise until about two hours before
sunset. The major reason for this is that the broadcasters are not
transmitting to your area at this time, assuming that we are all either
at work or at school and are not able to listen during the day. If you
want to try daytime listening, use the guidelines below.
DAY 
BANDS CHARACTERISTICS
13meters Results vary. Worth trying. Sometimes extremely good
around sunrise and sunset.
16meters Similar to 19m.
19meters The best overall daytime band. May also be good at night
in the summer months. Sometimes extremely good
around sunrise and sunset. Sometimes good at night in
the summer.
22meters Similar to 19m.
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EVENING/NIGHT LISTENINGThis is the best time to listen, because the broadcasters are deliber
ately transmitting to your area. These bands may be extremely good
around sunset and sunrise too.
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BANDS CHARACTERISTICS
25meters Similar to 31m.
31meters Good all night, everywhere. Often extremely good at 
sunrise and sunset. Good results often start about anhour before sunset.
41meters Similar to 49m, but not as many stations.
49meters The best overall night band.
IMPORTANT NOTE:Getting close to a window may substantially
improve your reception. The construction materials of some buildings
simply do not let signals in very well. Signals penetrate wood frame
buildings easiest, while concrete and brick buildings usually block sig
nals. If you are in a building with one or more stories above you, sig
nals can also be impaired in strength. In such a situation, situate the
radio as close to a window as possible while listening. Holding the
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							HOW TO IDENTIFY WHAT YOU’RE LISTENING TO AND
HOW TO FIND STATIONS THAT YOU WANT TO HEAR
For this, you’ll need to use a shortwave directory.
We recommend the use of a comprehensive shortwave directory,
especially if you want to hear specific countries or to identify the 
station you’re listening to. Such a directory will alphabetically list the
countries broadcasting on shortwave, showing their language, target
area, broadcast time and frequency that is used.
The best shortwave directory is P
ASSPORT TO WORLD BAND RADIO,
available in major bookstores. Published by International Broadcasting
Services, Ltd., Box 300, Penns Park, Pennsylvania 18943 
(www.passband.com). This publication has separate chapters for
English and nonEnglish broadcasts, titled WorldWide Broadcasts In
English and Voices From Home.
You may contact the Etón Service Department for additional
information:
[email protected]
Contact us 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. Writeyour return address clearly on the shipping carton and on an enclosed
cover letter 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
Etón Limited Warranty and returned to you.
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6SERVICE INFORMATION
Etón warrants to the original purchaser this product shall be free from
defects in material or workmanship for one year from the date of
original purchase.
During the warranty period Etón or an authorized Etón service facility
will provide, free of charge, both parts and labor necessary to correct
defects in material and workmanship. At their option, Etón mayreplace a defective unit.
(1)  Complete and send in the Warranty Registration Card within 
ten (10) days of purchase.
(2)  Call Etón or the nearest authorized service facility, as soon as 
possible after discovery of a possible defect. Have ready:
(a) the model and serial number.
(b) the identity of the seller and the approximate date 
of purchase.
(c) a detailed description of the problem, including details on the
electrical connection to associated equipment and the list ofsuch equipment.
(3)  Etón will issue a Return Authorization number and the address 
to which the unit can be shipped. Ship the unit in its original con
tainer or equivalent, fully insured and shipping charges prepaid.
Correct maintenance, repair, and use are important to obtain proper
performance from this product. Therefore carefully read the Instruction
Manual. This warranty does not apply to any defect that Etón determines is due to: 
						

							(1) Improper maintenance or repair, including the installation of parts
or accessories that do not conform to the quality and specification
of the original parts.
(2) Misuse, abuse, neglect or improper installation.
(3) Accidental or intentional damage.
(4) Battery leakage.
All implied warranties, if any, including warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose, terminate one (1) year from the
date of the original purchase.
The foregoing constitutes Etón’s entire obligation with respect to this
product, and the original purchaser shall have no other remedy and
no claim for incidental or consequential damages, losses, or expenses.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusions or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation and exclusion maynot apply to you.
This warranty give you specific legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
FOR SERVICE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Etón Corporation1015 Corporation Way
Palo Alto, CA  94303 
U.S.A.
www.etoncorp.com
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