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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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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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 7

EXTERNAL POWER 7

BATTERY POWER 7

DYNAMO POWER 7

REPLACING THE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK ................... 8

OPERATION GUIDE

USING DYNAMO POWER ................................................8

USING THE BATTERIES OR A DC SOCKET 8

PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................... 9

SERVICE INFORMATION ........................................................... 10

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................. 11

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FEATURES

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

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DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS OF FRONT DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS OF BACK

1. DYNAMO-CRANK

2. COIN OPENING GAP (FOR

CHANGING LIGHT BULB)

3. DYNAMO CHARGING INDICATOR

4. CARRYING HANDLE

5. TOUCH LIGHT

6. TUNING KNOB

7. FINE TUNING KNOB

8. POWER SELECTOR (DYNAMO

POWER OR BATTERIES AND

DC POWER)

9. LIGHT ON/OFF SWITCH

10. VOLUME

11.BAND SELECTOR

4.

5.

3.

7.

6.

10.

2.

1.

12.

9.

8.

11.

13. 14. 16.

15.

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.

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 counter-

clockwise. (The “Charging LED” will be lighted if it is charging.)

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CONNECTING POWER SOURCES

12. ANTENNA

13. EARPHONE JACK

14. DC JACK (4.5V)

15. RECHARGEABLE BATTERY (INSIDE THE COMPARTMENT, NOT SHOWN)

16. BATTERY COMPARTMENT (THREE AA BATTERIES,NOT INCLUDED)

OPERATION GUIDE

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 opera-

tion 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.

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”.

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

switched off automatically.

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OPERATION GUIDE

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 automati-

cally, 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.

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CONNECTING POWER SOURCES