www.etoncorp.com E1 MANUAL A M / F M / S H O RT WAV E / X M R E A DY R A D I O E1XM MANUAL E1 AM/FM/Shortwave/XM Ready Radio E1 DISPLAY DESCRIPTION (See page 16) FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION (See page 11) 1 1 2 3 20 19 2 3 SIDE PANEL DESCRIPTION (See page 18) 18 4 5 6 7 8 9 4 17 16 15 5 6 7 8 14 13 12 11 10 9 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY RESPONSIBLE PARTY : TEL: TRADE NAME: MODEL NUMBER: etón Corporation TOP PANEL DESCRIPTION (See page 15) 1 2 1015 Corporation Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 USA (650) 903-3866 etón Corporation E1 3 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 1 E1XM MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces m ay cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. The lightning flash with arrow head symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. An exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS continued connection a la terre ne manque pas. 13. Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. 14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the m ast and supporting structure, grounding of the leadin wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure A . 15. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and powerline surges. 16. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light or power circuits, where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. W hen installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them m ay be fatal. 17. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 18. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 19. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 20. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the AC adapter cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c. If the AC adapter has been exposed to rain or water. d. It the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. An improper adjustment may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to res tore the product to its normal operation. e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged in any way and f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for service. 21. Replacement Parts - W hen replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 22. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. 23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 24. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that product heat. WARNING WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THE APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE THREE WIRE CORD W ITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. ATTENTION POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF S I LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT. 1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning - Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleansers. Use a dam p cloth for cleaning. 6. Attachments - Do not use attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer or they may cause hazards. 7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water-for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool-and the like. 8. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. 10. Ventilation - S lots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked or by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. KEEP CURTAINS AND OTHER FLAMMABLE MATERIALS OUT OF DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE AC ADAPTER. 11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label of the supplied AC Adapter. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 12. Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug hav ing one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. Alternate W arnings- If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, the plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. 12a. M ise à la terre ou Polarisation - Cet appareil est équipé avec un cordon d'alimentation à trois fils.Il est a brancher sur une prise ayant un connecteur a la terre. Assurez-vous que la 2 3 E1XM MANUAL 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING THE etón E1 RECEIVER. THIS RECEIVER HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED TO HIGH QUALITY STANDARDS, AND WILL PROVIDE RELIABLE OPERATION FOR MANY YEARS. PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE OWNER'S MANUAL IN ORDER TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE MANY INTERESTING FEATURES THAT WILL PROVIDE ENJOYABLE LISTENING TO RADIO BROADCASTS AROUND THE WORLD. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS p.2 TABLE OF CONTENTS p.4 GENERAL DESCRIPTION p.6 POWER SUPPLY p.6 · · · · AC ADAPTER and EXTERNAL DC POWERING BATTERY INSTALLATION BATTERY OPERATION BATTERY CONDITION MEMORY FUNCTIONS p.24 · · · · · MEMORY DESCRIPTION THE MEMORY DISPLAY STORING A MEMORY CHANNEL RECALLING A MEMORY CHANNEL DELETING A MEMORY CHANNEL T.SCAN FUNCTION p.49 · · · · · DESCRIPTION MARKING CHANNELS FOR T.SCAN UNMARKING T.SCAN CHANNELS SELECTING THE SCAN STOP METHOD INITIATING AND STOPPING THE T.SCAN COUNTRY FUNCTIONS p.26 · · · · · · COUNTRY DESCRIPTION THE COUNTRY DISPLAY STORING A COUNTRY CHANNEL RECALLING A COUNTRY CHANNEL DELETING A COUNTRY CHANNEL CHANGING OR ADDING COUNTRY NAMES CLOCK AND TIMER FUNCTIONS p.50 · · · · · · · · TIME DISPLAY SETTING 24 HOUR CLOCKS AUTOMATICALLY SETTING THE 24 HOUR CLOCKS MANUALLY TIMER OPERATION SETTING TIMER ON/OFF TIMES SETTING A W AKE OR SLEEP TIMER SETTING TIMER MEMORY CHANNELS ENABLING/DISABLING TIMER OPERATION INSTALLATION p.8 · · · · · · · UNPACKING LOCATION FIXED INSTALLATION PORTABLE OPERATION ANTENNA REQUIREMENTS VIEWING ANGLE INSTALLATION DIAGRAM XM OPTION DISPLAY DESCRIPTION p.29 INTRODUCTION TO XM SATELLITE RADIO p.32 · · · · GETTING STARTED IN XM RADIO XM DISPLAY OPTIONS THE XM `LAST' SOFTKEY XM FAVORITES SPECIAL USE FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS p.54 · · · · · LOCK ALL ENTRY TO KEYPAD BROADCAST BAND TUNING STEP SIZE DELETE ALL MEMORY OR COUNTRY CHANNELS DELETE ALL MEMORY AND COUNTRY CHANNELS DISPLAY LIGHTING E1 FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION p.11 TOP PANEL DESCRIPTION p.15 E1 DISPLAY DESCRIPTION p.16 SIDE PANEL DESCRIPTION p.18 GETTING STARTED p.19 · · · · · · · · · · · · GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATION FIRST STEPS DIRECT FREQUENCY ENTRY SHORTWAVE `METER' BAND DESIGNATOR ENTRY FREQUENCY RESOLUTION FRONT PANEL LOCK (UNLOCK) AM SYNCHRONOUS OPERATION SSB OPERATION PASSBAND TUNING FM OPERATION AGC OPERATION BEEP TONES E1 MENUS p.36 · · · · · · · · · · MAIN MENU RADIO SETTINGS AUDIO SETTINGS SET CLOCKS CLOCK MODES TIMERS XM TIMER 1 ENABLE / DISABLE TIMER 2 ENABLE / DISABLE LOCAL / GMT TIME SELECT QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE p.57 GLOSSARY OF TERMS p.60 TROUBLESHOOTING p.61 SUGGESTED REFERENCES p.61 WARRANTY REGISTRATION p.62 LIMITED WARRANTY p.62 SEEK FUNCTION p.48 · · · · DESCRIPTION VFO MODE MEMORY & COUNTRY MODE XM SATELLITE RADIO MODE SERVICE INFORMATION p.62 APPENDIX p.63 · UNDERSTANDING SHORTWAVE BANDS p.63 - WHAT IS SHORTWAVE? - SOME BASIC RULES OF THUMB - WHAT ARE BANDS? - A HELPFUL ANALOGY ABOUT BANDS - DAY BANDS v s. NIGHT BANDS - SUNSET AND SUNRISE - DAYTIME LISTENING - EVENING/NIGHT LISTENING - SHORTWAVE DIRECTORY - SHORTWAVE ANTENNAS - FULL-SIZED PASSIVE SHORTWAVE ANTENNAS - ACTIVE SHORTWAVE ANTENNAS - SHORTWAVE ANTENNAS FOR USE ON BOATS - LONG-WIRE SHORTWAVE ANTENNAS - AM ANTENNAS - FINDING ANTENNAS - TIME STATIONS - GETTING STARTED W ITH SINGLE SIDEBAND (SSB) - WEATHER FAX FREQUENCIES - MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SSB - MONTHLY MAGAZINES W ITH SSB RELATED INFO - TIME STATIONS (not SSB) · ETON E1 QUICK GUIDE p.68 - INTRODUCTION - SET-UP INFORMATION - LISTENING TO XM SATELLITE RADIO - TUNING-IN FM AND MW STATIONS - USING DIRECT FREQUENCY ENTRY - USING THE SEEK FEATURE - LISTENING TO SHORTWAVE STATIONS - CHOOSING THE BEST SHORTWAVE ...