Mini 400 - Radio ETON - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Analog portable radio
Brand	ETON
Model	Mini 400
Frequency ranges	FM: 87-108 MHz MW (AM): 520-1710 kHz SW: SW1 and SW2 bands (shortwave)
Power supply	2 AAA batteries (2×1.5 V) or DC 5 V AC adapter (positive polarity)
Speaker	Diameter 40 mm, impedance 4 Ω, power 0.25 W
Headphone jack	3.5 mm
Dimensions (L × H × D)	69 × 110 × 13 mm
Weight (without batteries)	Approximately 80 g
Main features	FM/AM/SW radio, alarm, wake-up, key lock, earphones
Time setting	With radio off, hold down the button, set hours and minutes
Alarm setting	Hold down alarm button, set hour and minutes, then activate
Antenna	Telescopic for FM/SW, internal ferrite for MW
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a dry cloth; do not use detergents or solvents
Safety	Do not expose to rain or moisture; unplug during storms; do not open the housing
Batteries	Use high-quality alkaline batteries; do not mix types or ages; remove if not used for a long time
Warranty	Limited warranty; register at www.etoncorp.com or by mail
Customer service	USA: 1-800-872-2228, Canada: 1-800-637-1648, other: 650-903-3866

Frequently Asked Questions - Mini 400 ETON

How to turn on and off the Eton Mini 400 radio?

Press the Power button briefly to turn on the device. To turn off, press the same button briefly again.

How to set the time on the Mini 400 radio?

With the radio off, hold down the time setting button. Use the Hour+/- keys to set hours and minutes. Release the button to save.

How to set the alarm?

Hold down the Alarm button: the previous alarm time appears. Use the Hour+/- keys to set hours and minutes. Release to confirm. Then briefly press Alarm to activate the function (the ALARM indicator displays).

Why won't the radio turn on?

First check the batteries: install two new AAA batteries respecting polarity. If using an AC adapter, ensure it is plugged in and delivers 5 V (or 4.5 V) with positive polarity. If the problem persists, contact ETON customer service.

How to improve FM or shortwave reception?

Fully extend the telescopic antenna. Position yourself near a window and rotate the antenna or the radio for best reception. For shortwave, ensure the antenna is fully extended.

How to improve AM (MW) reception?

The radio uses a directional internal ferrite antenna for AM. Rotate the device itself to capture the optimal signal. It is not necessary to extend the telescopic antenna for this band.

Can I use earphones with this radio?

Yes, plug in earphones with a 3.5 mm jack. Caution: do not use too high volume and avoid prolonged listening. Do not use them while driving or walking on a road.

How to clean the Eton Mini 400 radio?

Use a dry cloth to clean the device. Never use detergents, solvents or chemicals. Avoid any contact with water.

What to do in case of battery leakage?

Immediately remove the batteries and clean the compartment with a dry cloth. Damage caused by acid leakage is not covered by warranty. Use high-quality alkaline batteries and remove them if the device is not used for a long time.

Where to find the serial number and how to register my warranty?

The serial number is usually located in or near the battery compartment. Register your warranty online at www.etoncorp.com or by mail to: ETON Corporation, 1015 Corporation Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303, USA.

USER MANUAL Mini 400 ETON

Super Compact AM/FM Shortwave Radio with Digital Display

OWNER'S MANUAL

Do You Need Help? Contact Us.

If you need help, please contact us, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., North American Pacific Time. 1-800-872-2228 from the U.S; 1-800-637-1648 from Canada; 650-903-3866, worldwide; FAX: [phone]; web site, www.etoncorp.com; Etón Corporation, 1015 Corporation Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303, USA

WARNING

• Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
• Do not submerge or expose for extended period to water.
• Protect from high humidity and rain.
• Unplug immediately if liquid has been spilled or object have fallen into the apparatus.
• Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not use detergents or chemical solvents as this might damage the finish.
• Unplug and disconnect external antennas (not included) during lightning storms.
• Do not remove cover [or back].
  Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Disposal

According to the European Directive 2002/96/EC all electrical and electronic products must be collected separately by a local collection system. Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your normal household waste.

Top

Front

1. Power
2. Strap Hole
3. Alarm
4. Earphone Jack
5. Time
6. Battery Compartment's Cover
7. Minute +/-
8. DC Jack
9. Hour +/-
10. Volume Knob
11. Speaker
12. Lock
13. Band Switch
14. Tune Knob
15. Telescopic Antenna
16. Display

Back
Right Side

Battery Compartment's Cover

Display

BATTERIES

1. Remove the battery compartment's cover by pushing the cover in the direction of the arrow.
2. Install two 'AAA' batteries according to the polarity diagram.
3. Turn on the unit.

Install the batteries according to the polarity diagram. After installing the batteries, it displays as above.

PREVENTING BATTERY ACID LEAKAGE:

To minimize the possibility of battery acid leakage, only use high quality alkaline, lithium or rechargeable nickel-metal-hydride batteries. Never intermix old with new, or different brands or types of batteries. Damage caused by battery acid leakage is not covered by this product's warranty.

If the sound becomes low or distorted, replace with new batteries. If the radio will not be used for a long time, remove all the batteries to prevent possible battery leakage.

ADAPTER

The adapter's DC socket is labeled 5 Volts, but you can also use a 4.5 Volt adapter, with positive polarity.

1. Plug one port of the adaptor into the AC socket and plug the other port into the DC jack.
2. Turn on the unit.

POWER ON/OFF

1. Install the batteries.
2. Press the button shortly to turn on the unit.
3. After turning on the unit, press the button shortly again to turn off the unit.

HOLD FUNCTION

Push the switch in the right side of the unit down to lock the button.

ALARM FUNCTION

Set the Alarm Time

1. Install the batteries.
2. Hold button down, the alarm time which was set last time and "ALARM" indicator appears in the display, at the same time, press shortly to set the hour and press shortly to set the minute. After setting, release button and the unit will save the settings automatically.

Activate the Alarm Function

1. After setting the alarm time, select the band.
2. Press button shortly, the "ALARM" indicator appears and the alarm function is activated.
3. When reach the alarm time, the unit will turn on automatically and play the program which you selected.

Deactivate the Alarm Function

Press button shortly once, if the "ALARM" indicator disappears from the display, the alarm function is canceled.

ADJUST THE VOLUME

1. Turn on the unit.
2. Rotate the knob to adjust the volume.

SELECT THE BAND

1. Turn on the unit.
2. Push the switch to select FM/AM/SW1/SW2.

NOTES:

When selecting the FM band, "FM" appears in the display; when selecting the AM (MW) band, "MW" appears in the

display; when selecting the SW1/SW2 band, "SW" appears in the display.

TUNING IN STATIONS

1. Turn on the unit.
2. Adjust the volume.
3. Select the band.
4. When listening to FM and SW programs: Extend the telescopic antenna fully, get very close to a window, rotate the knob and rotate the antenna for best reception.

When listening to AM (MW):

The radio uses an internal, directional, ferrite bar antenna for AM (MW). Please rotate the knob and rotate the radio for the best reception.

NOTE: When listening to AM (MW) you need not extend the telescopic antenna.

Shortwave allows listening to stations from around the world. During the day, listen above 13 MHz. At night, listen below 13 MHz. To learn more use a search site on the Internet or use the two books below:

PASSPORT TO WORLD BAND RADIO Published by International Broadcasting Services (IBS); IBS North America, Box 300, Penn's Park PA 18943. Phone: [phone]. www.passband.com.

WORLD RADIO TV HANDBOOK Published in the USA by Watson-Guptill Publications, 770 Broadway, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10003-9595. www.watsonguptill.com.

SETTING THE TIME

1. Install the batteries.
2. With the radio off, hold down the button. At the same time, press the button shortly to set the hour, press the button shortly to set the minute. After settings, release the button to finish setting.

CAUTIONS:

• Do not expose the radio to sunlight, leave it close to a heat source, or leave it in a place with excessive dust or mechanical shock.
• Do not expose the radio to rain or a humid environment.
• Do not change or modify the radio.
• Remove the batteries if the radio is not to be used for a long time. Otherwise, there may be battery acid leakage and/or corrosion. Battery acid leakage and the damage caused by leaked batteries are not covered by this warranty.

USING EARPHONES

• Please do not use earphones at a high volume and do not use it for extended periods of time.
• Please turn off the radio before sleeping.
• Please do not use the earphones while driving or riding/ walking across a road.

SPECIFICATIONS

1. Frequency Range

FM:87-108MHz

MW:520-1710KHz

SW1:5.90-10.00MHz

SW2:11.65-18.00MHz

1. Noise Limit Sensitivity

FM ≤ 10μV

MW≤1mv/m

SW≤ 30 V

1. Signal Selection ≥ 40dB

2. Power Supply

Batteries: 2xAAA Size (2x1.5V)

DC:5V

1. Speaker: D40mm 4Ω 0.25W
2. Earphones: D3.5mm
3. Dimensions: 69 × 110 × 13 mm
4. Weight: Approx 80g (excl. Batteries)

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

To ensure full warranty coverage or product updates, registration of your product should be completed as soon as possible after purchase or receipt. You may use one of the following options to register your product:

1. By visiting our website at http://www.etoncorp.com.
2. Mail in enclosed warranty card.
3. Mail your registration card or information to following address; include your name, full mailing address, phone number, email address, model purchased, date purchased, retail vendor name:

Etón Corporation

1015 Corporation Way

Palo Alto, CA 94303

USA

LIMITED WARRANTY

Retain the warranty information from your warranty card with your proof of purchase or the Limited Warranty information can also be viewed at www.etoncorp.com.

SERVICE FOR YOUR PRODUCT

To obtain service for your product, we recommend first contacting an Etón service representative at 1-800-872-2228 US, 1-800-637-1648 Canada, [phone] US, [e-mail] or your respective country distributor in Europe (see enclosed list) for problem determination and trouble-shooting. If further service is required, the technical staff will instruct how to proceed based on whether the radio is still under warranty or needs non-warranty service.

WARRANTY - If your product is still in warranty and the Etón service representative determines warranty service is needed, a return authorization will be issued and instructions will be given. DO NOT ship your radio back without obtaining the return authorization.

NON-WARRANTY - If your product is no longer under warranty and requires service, the Etón service representative will refer you to the nearest repair facility that will best handle the repair.

For service outside North America, please refer to the distributor information included at time of purchase/receipt.

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Battery Compartment's Cover

Affichage

PILES

FUNCTION HOLD (blocage)

SW1 (onde courte, OC1): 5.90 - 10.00 MHz

SW2 (onde courte, OC2): 11.65 - 18.00 MHz

Corporate Headquarters

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Etón Canada

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Toronto, Ontario M5E 1W7 Canada

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