Grundig CLASSIC 960 User Manual
CLASSIC 960 ANNIVERSARY EDITION
Lextronix / Grundig
P.O. Box 2307, Menlo Park, CA 94026
Phone 650-361-1611 • Fax 650-361-1724
Shortwave Hotlines: (US) 1-800-872-2228
(CN) 1-800-637-1648
www.grundigradio.com
OPERATION MANUAL
HOW T O USE
YOUR GRUNDIG
CLASSIC 960 ANNIVERSARY EDITION
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Please read them carefully.
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INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
In honor of our 50th Anniversary, Grundig commissioned this special Classic 960
Anniversary Edition radio:a replica of the original 1950’s best selling radio,the
Classic 960, known throughout the world for its fine styling and superb audio
quality.
The design and styling for the Anniversary Edition are taken form the original.The
cabinet is all wood, finely polished with hand painted trim.The speaker cloth is a
remake of the original fabric.All decals are made of brass, right down to the trim
rings and knobs.
The radio tuner and speakers were selected to give you the very best in technology
and audio fidelity.WE are so sure that you will be pleased with the Anniversary
Edition that we provide you with an unprecedented 1-year parts/labor warranty.
Thank you for purchasing the Grundig Classic 960 Anniversary Edition 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 Owner’s 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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OPERATION GUIDE
A CLASSICAL MUSICAL INSTRUMENT......................................................... 6
ON AND OFF OPERATION 6
STATION SELECTION 6
VOLUME CONTROL 6
BAND SELECTION 6
TONE CONTROL ......................................................................................... 7
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS 7
AM RECEPTION 7
FM RECEPTION 7
SW AND FM RECEPTION FOR DIFFICULT AREAS 7
GETTING THE BEST SHORTWAVE RESULTS ................................................ 8
FINE-TUNING SHORTWAVE STATIONS 8
FOR CD CONNECTION 8
ATTACHING THE EXTERNAL ANTENNA 8
TECHNICAL DETAILS .................................................................................. 9
PRECAUTIONS 9
WARING................................................................................................................ 10
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR AUDIO PRODUCTS .............................................11
SERVICE INFORMATION........................................................................................14
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY 14
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CLASSIC 960 MUSICAL INSTRUMENT
The Classic 960 is an AM/FM shortwave table radio.The receiver is housed I a
smoothly styled wooden cabinet.
With the built-in tone controls you will be able to regulate the sound to suit your
personal taste.
A few minutes spent reading carefully the instructions given in this booklet before
turning on the receiver,will reward you with many hours of pleasant listening.
ON AND OFF OPERATION
The set is put into operation by simply turning the volume knob on.Twist slightly to
the right until you hear a click.To shut the radio off, turn the volume knob counter
clockwise until you hear a click.
STATION SELECTION
Choose the desired band,AM, FM or SW by pushing one of the selection buttons.
After selecting a band, tune-in stations using the tuning knob.
VOLUME CONTROL
The volume can be adjusted with the large left-hand knob.Turn slowly clockwise to
increase the volume,and counter clockwise to decrease it.
BAND SELECTION
The selection of the proper band is accomplished by pushing the push buttons as
indicated on the dial scale.
TONE CONTROL
The tone of the receiver can be adjusted using the smaller knobs on the left and
right of the set.The knob on the left is for treble control.The knob on the right is
for bass control.
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
In most metropolitan locations,the built-in antenna, combined with the high
sensitivity of this receiver,should give excellent reception.
AM receptors:A built-in ferrite bar antenna is used. Since the antenna is
directional, rotate the set horizontally for optimum reception,if necessary.
FM reception: Extend the attached AC power cord so that FM sensitivity will be
increased, as the power cord has the function of an FM antenna.
SW and FM reception for difficult areas:
In a steel frame building,a mountainous area or at a long distance from a
transmitter, reception may be unsatisfactory.In that case, a commercially available
external antenna can be connected to the EXIT ANT terminals at the rear as
illustrated.
For shortwave, a socket is on the back of the radio for the supplied auxiliary
antenna.The antenna is housed in a black plastic container and when fully
unrolled, is about 20 feet long.Always fully unroll for best results.
Aux = Auxiliary
FM = FM Band 87.5 to 108 MHz
SW2 = Shortwave 11.5 to 22 MHz
SW1 = Shortwave 4.5 to 12.5 MHz
MW = Am Band 530 to 1710 KHz
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OPERATION GUIDE
GETTING THE BEST SHORTWAVE RESULTS WITH
YOUR GRUNDIG CLASSIC 960
Listening to shortwave stations on the Grundig Classic 960 is done just like it was
back in the 1950’s. Best results are in very late afternoon and at night with a longwire antenna attached to the back of the radio.With this your Classic 960 will
bring the world into your home! Some stations will be strong, others will fade in
and out with an almost eerie sense to them.This is all part of the mystique of
shortwave radio.
FINE TUNING SHORTWAVE STATIONS
Please be sure to read the materials that come with your Classic 960 to learn
about shortwave bands,the best time for listening, etc.To get the best results
when actually tuning in a station, please do the following.
This style shortwave tuner requires that you develop a “feel” for fine-tuning a
station. On shortwave this is much more critical than on AM/FM.To do this,turn
the tuning knob very,very slowly and deliberately.
Sometimes when trying to “capture”a station, you will zip right buy it and have to
back up and try to fine-tune it again.This is normal.Don’t get discouraged,simply
back up and try again.You will develop a feel for doing this a few times.
FOR CD CONNECTION
Special auxiliary inputs are provided for use with a CD player,tape,records or VCR.
Connection requires standard RCA connectors when using inputs.
ATTACHING THE EXTERNAL ANTENNA
An auxiliary shortwave is supplied with your Grundig Classic 960 it is housed in a
black plastic container and, when fully unrolled is about 20 feet long.Always fully
unroll it for best results.
1. Fully unroll the supplied shortwave antenna.
2. Plug it into the special shortwave antenna socket in the back of the radio.
3.Run the antenna wire as high off the floor as possible,back and forth across a
window.Use the string clip,attached to the antenna’s back plastic container, to
hang the end of the antenna to a high point. Do not connect external antenna
to an outside antenna.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Power Requirements: 20Vor, 60Hz
Power Output: 7.3W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Tuning Ranges: FM 88-108MHz
AM 530-1710KHz
SW 4.5-22MHz
Antenna: Built-in ferrite bar antenna
External antenna terminal
Dimensions: 15.25”L x 11.25”H x 6.5”D
Weight: 4.2KGs
Cabinet: Polished wooden cabinet with hand painted trim
Speaker: 130mm 16 Ω 10W - 1 and 66mm 8 Ω 0.1W
PRECAUTIONS
• Operate the set only on 120V or 60Hz
• The nameplate including voltage,power consumption, etc. is located on the rear
exterior.
• Unplug the set from wall outlet when it is not being used for an extended period
of time.To disconnect the cord, put it out by grasping the plug.Never pull it by
the cord.
• Do not install the set in a location near heat sources such as radiators or air
ducts,or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical
vibration,or shock.
• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up.Do not place the
set on surfaces (rugs,blankets,etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that
may black the ventilation holes.
• Should liquid or solid object fall into the set,unplug the set and have the set
checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
• When the wooden cabinet becomes soiled, clean it with a soft cloth dampened
with a mild reputable furniture polish. Never use abrasive cleaners or chemical
solvents,as they may mar the cabinet.
• When an external antenna is used, disconnect it form the antenna terminals of
the set during a lightning storm, unless the installation incorporates a suitable
lightning resistor.
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