Grundig Fr200 Users Manual

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HOW TO USE
YOUR GRUNDIG
FR200 AM/FM/
Shortwave Radio
DO YOU NEED HELP? We've tried to make these instructions easy
to follow. Please read them carefully.
If you need help call us toll free:
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time.
1-800-872-2228 from the U.S.
1-800-637-1648 from Canada
1-650-361-1611 from anywhere

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C O N T E N T S

Thank you for purchasing the FR200 AM/FM/Shortwave Radio.
This radio has been designed and manufactured to high quality
standards, and will provide reliable operation for many years.
Please carefully read the Operation Manual in order to take
advantage of the many interesting features that will provide
listening to radio broadcasts around the world.
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DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS OF FRONT .............................. 6
DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS OF BACK ................................ 7
CONNECTION POWER SOURCES
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EXTERNAL POWER
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BATTERY POWER
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DYNAMO POWER
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REPLACING THE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK ................... 8
OPERATION GUIDE
USING DYNAMO POWER ................................................ 8
USING THE BATTERIES OR A DC SOCKET
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PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................... 9

F E A T U R E S

The FR200 AM/FM/Shortwave Radio is fully portable and with
many functions and features:
- Four Band Tuning - receives AM, FM and shortwave (SW1, and
SW2)
- Built-in power generator - you can “crank up” the radio and
listen to it under emergency conditions, or when no power is
available
- Rechargeable Battery Pack - provides reliable, renewable,
internal power for everyday use
- 2 1/2” Diameter Speaker - provides clear dynamic audio
- Emergency light -built-in light for emergency use
- Fine tuning control - optimizes reception of stations
- DC jack - a built-in 4.5V DC jack has been provided for
external power connection
- Earphone jack “Ear” - 3.5mm stereo earphone socket
- Antennas - rotatable telescopic antenna provides the best
radio signal for FM and SW. A built-in AM antenna provides
better sensitivity for AM reception
- Battery - can be operated on three AA size batteries

SERVICE INFORMATION ........................................................... 10
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................. 11

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ANTENNA
EARPHONE JACK
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DC JACK (4.5V)
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY (INSIDE THE COMPARTMENT, NOT SHOWN)
BATTERY COMPARTMENT (THREE AA BATTERIES, NOT INCLUDED)
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EXTERNAL POWER
A DC input socket has been provided for external power connection.
It requires a 4.5V DC power source, negative polarity, 200
milliamperes or greater. Ensure that the polarity is correct.
7. FINE TUNING KNOB
8. POWER SELECTOR (DYNAMO
POWER OR BATTERIES AND
DC POWER)
9. LIGHT ON/OFF SWITCH
10. VOLUME
11. BAND SELECTOR

1. DYNAMO-CRANK
2. COIN OPENING GAP (FOR
CHANGING LIGHT BULB)
3. DYNAMO CHARGING INDICATOR
4. CARRYING HANDLE
5. TOUCH LIGHT
6. TUNING KNOB

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BATTERY POWER
This radio is designed to operate on three AA batteries (alkaline for
longest play-time). Remove the battery compartment cover and fit the
batteries in the battery compartment following the diagram on the
back of the battery door.
DYNAMO POWER
This radio incorporates a rechargeable battery pack that can be
recharged by the dynamo-crank.
1. Switch the power selector to the off position.
2. Lift the dynamo-crank and rotate it either clockwise or counterclockwise. (The “Charging LED” will be lighted if it is charging.)
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3. Radio operation time depends on the number of turns and
time per turn. For example, approximately 2 turns per second
for 90 seconds will provide 40 - 60 minutes of radio operation at a medium to low volume level. This can be done with
the radio on or off.
4. Return the crank to the folded position.
Note: (If turning the crank at about 2 turns per second for about
90 seconds does not power the radio for at least 15 minutes,
replace the rechargeable battery pack.)
REPLACING THE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK
Replacing the rechargeable battery pack (Ni-MH NS-2/3AA, 3.6V,
600 Mah or equivalent).
1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Lift the battery pack out from the slot and unplug the battery’s
pack connector.
3. Insert the new battery packs plug into the socket; then place
the battery into the slot.
4. Replace the compartment cover.
O P E R A T I O N

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1. Select the power source:
Using the Dynamo Power: Rotate the crank until the
rechargeable pack has been charged if you want to power the
radio using the generator, then switch the power selector to
“DYNAMO” position. or
Using the batteries or DC socket: Remove the battery
compartment, install three AA batteries into the compartment
following the diagram on the back of the battery door. To
power the radio using the batteries or DC input socket, switch
the power selector to “BATT/ADAPTOR”.

O P E R A T I O N

2. Adjust the volume to the desired listening level.
3. For FM reception, switch the “Band Selector” to FM band.
Select the desired radio station by turning the Tuning Knob.
4. For AM/SW reception, Select the desired band with the “Band
Selector”, and select the desired station by turning the tuning
knob.
5. For best FM or SW reception, fully extend the Telescopic
Antenna.
6. The AM band uses a built-in directional ferrite bar antenna. You
can rotate the aerial by turning the radio itself for the best
reception.
7. To turn the radio off, select the “Power Off” from the Power
Selector.
8. Using the emergency touch light: simply turn the “Light” switch
to the ON position.
9. For private listening, insert the earphone plug into the Earphone
jack “Ear”. The built-in speaker will be switched off automatically, when your earphone has been plugged in the jack.
PRECAUTIONS
1. Do not drop and keep away from fire.
2. Do not use abrasive powders to clean the cabinet. Wipe it
with a soft cloth moistened with a mild soap and water
solution.
3. Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical
shock.
4. Do not use old and new batteries together or different brands
and types together.
5. Always remove the batteries from the radio when it is not
going to be used for a long time. This will prevent the
batteries from leaking inside the battery compartment.

Note: If the DC-4.5V socket is in use, the battery supply will be
switched off automatically.
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