Grundig G-1000-A Owners Manual
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G1000A
OPERATION MANUAL
AM/FM/SHORTWAVE RADIO
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION.................................................................................... 4
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FEATURES ............................................................................................ 5
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CONTROL LOCATIONS ......................................................................... 6
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BASIC OPERATION ............................................................................... 7
• BATTERIES .........................................................................................7
• POWER ON/OFF / VOLUME ................................................................7
• FM RADIO ......................................................................................... 7
• AM / SW1-8 RADIO ...........................................................................7
• ANTENNA ..........................................................................................7
• AC ADAPTOR ..................................................................................... 8
• CLOCK .............................................................................................. 8
• ALARM SET ....................................................................................... 8
• ALARM ON/OFF .................................................................................9
• LIGHT ................................................................................................9
• SLEEP FUNCTION ...............................................................................10
• PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................11
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INTRODUCTION TO SHORTWAVE ..........................................................11
• WHAT ARE BANDS? ...........................................................................12
• DAY BANDS/NIGHT BANDS ................................................................13
• DAYTIME LISTENING ..........................................................................14
• EVENING LISTENING ..........................................................................15
• HOW TO IDENTIFY WHAT YOU’RE LISTENING TO ................................ 16
• HOW TO FIND STATIONS THAT YOU WANT TO HEAR ..........................16
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SERVICE INFORMATION ........................................................................16
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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................17
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1 INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the G1000A AM/FM/SW Radio. This
owner’s manual is conveniently divided into two sections, BASIC
OPERATION and INTRODUCTION TO SHORTWAVE. Both sections are
important. If you are new to shortwave listening, the INTRODUCTION
TO SHORTWAVE section will give you all the information that you
need to enjoy broadcasts from around the world.
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2 FEATURES
MAJOR FEATURES OF THE G1000A
• AM, FM-stereo and 8 shortwave bands (49, 41, 31, 25, 22,
19, 16 and 13 meters).
• Analog tuning with digital frequency readout.
• Clock, alarm and sleep timer.
• Digital display shows frequency, time, sleep time and
symbols for sleep timer and alarm activation.
• Rotary volume control.
• Earphone socket.
• DC socket for AC adaptor use (AC adaptor not included).
• Telescopic antenna for FM and SW reception.
• Internal ferrite bar antenna for AM (MW) reception.
• Operates on 2 AA batteries.
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3 CONTROL LOCATIONS
1. Antenna
2. Stand (rear)
3. Display
4. Tune LED
5. FM ST. LED
6. Tuning Knob
7. Hour
8. Minute
9. Light
10. Sleep
11. Power On/Off
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12. Band Indicator
13. Band Selector
14. Time Set
15. Alarm Set
16. Alarm On/Off
17. Battery Compartment (rear)
18. Hand Strap
19. DC Jack
20. Earphone Jack
21. Volume Knob
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4 BASIC OPERATIONS
1. BATTERIES
Remove the battery compartment cover by pushing it in the
direction of the arrow. Install two ‘AA’ batteries according to the
polarity symbols (+ and -) marked next to the compartment.
For easy removal, place the batteries on top of the lift-out ribbon.
2. POWER ON/OFF/VOLUME
Turn the radio on by switching the power on/off switch (11).
Use the volume knob (21) to adjust the volume.
3. FM RADIO
Select the FM band by using the band selector switch (13).
Use the tuning knob (6) to tune the radio to the desired frequency.
When a strong signal is found, the TUNE indicator will light.
If you are using an earphone to listen to FM stereo, the
FM ST. LED (5) will light. Note that the frequency of the station
appears in the display (3).
4. AM/SW1-8 RADIO
Select the desired band, AM or SW 1-8, by using the band selector
switch (13). Turn the tuning knob (6) to the desired frequency \
which appears in the display (3) or just tune around and listen for
stations. Note that MW appears in the display when AM is
seleced. That’s because the AM band is called MW (for medium
wave) in some parts of the world. SW appears in the display when
SW 1-8 is selected.
5. ANTENNA
A. For AM (MW) the radio uses an internal, directional, ferrite bar
antenna. Rotate the radio for best reception.
B. For FM/SW, fully extend the telescopic antenna (1). For FM,
rotate it for best reception.
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6. AC ADAPTOR (NOT INCLUDED)
The G1000A can be used with an AC adaptor that supplies an
output of 3 volts DC, negative polarity (center tip set to negative),
capable of supplying 100 milliamperes or greater current. Plug tip
diameters: 3.4 millimeters outer; 1.3 millimeter inner.
7. CLOCK
The clock displays time in 12 hour,AM/PM format.
While keeping the TIME SET button (14) pressed, set the correct
hour and minutes with the HOUR (7) and MINUTE (8) buttons.
They can be pressed with quick, short presses to advance slowly or
they can be kept pressed down to advance rapidly. When finished,
release the TIME SET button.
8. ALARM SET
While keeping the AL.SET button (15) pressed, set the
correct wake-up hour and minutes with the HOUR (7) and MINUTE
(8) buttons.They can be pressed with quick, short presses to
advance slowly or they can be kept pressed down to advance
rapidly.When finished, release the AL.SET button.
hour
15
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minute
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9. ALARM ON/OFF
(ACTIVATING/DEACTIVATING THE ALARM)
Press the AL.ON/OFF (16) button.The alarm activation symbol
appears in the upper right corner of the LCD and looks like a
loudspeaker. When the loudspeaker symbol appears in the display,
the alarm is activated. When the loudspeaker symbol is not in
the display, the alarm is deactivated.
When the activated alarm turns the radio on, it can be turned off
by pressing the AL.ON/OFF button.This will cause the loudspeaker
symbol to disappear from the display.
10.LIGHT
The LIGHT button (9) causes the display to be illuminated. It will
turn off automatically after about 10 seconds. Note that using the
light feature decreases battery life.
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11. SLEEP FUNCTION
The sleep function enables the radio to play for a specified
time before automatically shutting off (from 1 hour 59 minutes
to just one minute).
1. With the radio turned off, press and do not release the SLEEP
(10) button. This turns the radio on and 59 minutes appears in
the display.This also activates the sleep timer activation
symbol [ ] in the upper right corner of the LCD.This symbol
looks like a little bed with a person lying in it.
2. If 59 minutes is OK for your needs,release the SLEEP button
at this point. If not, proceed to the next step.
3. While continuing to keep the SLEEP button pressed, use
the HOUR and MINUTE buttons to adjust the sleep time
for your needs.When finished, release the SLEEP button.
While it is playing in sleep mode, it can be turned off by pressing
the SLEEP button. The sleep timer activation symbol will disappear
from the display.
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minute
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12.PRECAUTIONS
Do not use any abrasive powder to clean the cabinet. Wipe it
with a soft cloth moistened with a mild soap and water solution.
Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.
If the sound becomes low or distorted, replace the batteries with
new. Do not use old and new batteries together and never inte
mix different brands or types of batteries. If the set is not used
for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent to possible
battery acid leakage.
5 INTRODUCTION TO SHORTWAVE
Shortwave enables you to hear stations from around the world.
Now that you have a shortwave radio, no doubt you’ll want to hear
worldwide stations right away. If you’re new to shortwave, please
take some time to learn the basics outlined below.To successfully
listen to shortwave stations you must know how to find them. They
are found in the shortwave ‘bands’. If you’re an experienced shortwave listener, you’ll already know what bands are and how to use
them, but if you’re new, you’ll need to learn about bands first.After
that, you will have excellent success. Please read on.
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WHAT ARE BANDS?
If you have ever listened to AM or FM radio, then you already know
what a band is.The AM band is a frequency range stretching form
530 to 1600 kilohertz, the FM band is 88-108 megahertz.A band is
simply a frequency range where stations are located. When you look
for stations in these ‘bands’, you simply tune around with the tuning
knob until you find a station you like. Shortwave is similar and the
shortwave bands have names like 25 meters, 31 meters, 49 meters,
etc. These are abbreviated 25m, 31m and 49m. Just like in AM and
FM radio, one simply gets into the shortwave band and tunes around,
looking for stations.
For example, the 19 meter shortwave band encompasses the frequency range of 15.1 to 15.6 megahertz. Below is a list of the shortwave
bands used for international shortwave broadcasts and their corresponding frequency ranges, as found in the Etón model G1000A.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Etón G1000A shows shortwave fre-
quencies in megahertz, abbreviated MHz. Since shortwave broadcast
schedules usually show frequency in kilohertz, the chart below shows
both. Remember, the same frequency can be stated in either megahertz or kilohertz, just as the same distances can be expressed in
either meters or kilometers, feet or miles.
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BAND MEGAHERTZ (MHz) KILOHERTZ (KHz) G1000A’S
(as on the G1000A) (as in most broadcast) switch setting
49 meters 5.950-6.20 MHz 5950- 6200 KHz SW1
41 meters 7.10-7.60 MHz 7100- 7600 KHz SW2
31 meters 9.20-9.90 MHz 9500- 9900 KHz SW3
25 meters 11.600-12.200 MHz 11600-12100 KHz SW4
22 meters 13.570-13.870 MHz 13570-13870 KHz SW5
19 meters 15.10-15.80 MHz 15100-15800 KHz SW6
16 meters 17.480-17.90 MHz 17480-17900 KHz SW7
13 meters 21.450-21.850 MHz 21450-21850 KHz SW8
DAY BANDS / NIGHT BANDS – THE DIFFERENCE
IS VERY IMPORTANT
Because shortwave signals depend on such factors as the sun, the
ionosphere and interaction with the earth itself, signals cannot be
heard on all bands throughout the day. Some bands are best during
the daylight hours, and some are best at night. Here are some good
‘rules of thumb’.
• In general, the bands with frequencies below 13000 KHz are better
at night and the bands with frequencies above 13000 KHz are best
during the day.This guideline is not ‘cast in concrete’ but is a useful
general rule of thumb.
• Around sunrise and sunset, both the day and night bands might
be good, sometimes exceptionally good.
• In the summer time, the day bands often are good into the
early night.
• While most shortwave stations are found within the frequency
limits of these defined bands, some are found outside of them.
It pays to take the time to tune in-between bands too.
• These guidelines can be used worldwide and are not dependent
on location.
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Listed below are the characteristics of the major shortwave bands.
Follow these guidelines for best listening results.
DAYTIME LISTENING
Shortwave listening is generally at its poorest during the daylight
hours of about two hours after sunrise until about two hours before
sunset. The major reason for this is that the broadcasters are not
transmitting to your area at this time, assuming that we are all either
at work or at school and are not able to listen during the day. If you
want to try daytime listening, use the guidelines below.
DAY
BANDS CHARACTERISTICS
13meters Results vary.Worth trying. Sometimes extremely good
16meters Similar to 19m.
19meters The best overall daytime band. May also be good at night
22meters Similar to 19m.
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around sunrise and sunset.
in the summer months. Sometimes extremely good
around sunrise and sunset. Sometimes good at night in
the summer.
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EVENING/NIGHT LISTENING
This is the best time to listen, because the broadcasters are deliberately transmitting to your area. These bands may be extremely good
around sunset and sunrise too.
NIGHT
BANDS CHARACTERISTICS
25meters Similar to 31m.
31meters Good all night, everywhere. Often extremely good at
41meters Similar to 49m, but not as many stations.
49meters The best overall night band.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Getting close to a window may substantially
improve your reception. The construction materials of some buildings
simply do not let signals in very well. Signals penetrate wood frame
buildings easiest, while concrete and brick buildings usually block signals. If you are in a building with one or more stories above you, signals can also be impaired in strength. In such a situation, situate the
radio as close to a window as possible while listening. Holding the
radio while close to a window may also improve reception.
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sunrise and sunset. Good results often start about an
hour before sunset.
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HOW TO IDENTIFY WHAT YOU’RE LISTENING TO AND
HOW TO FIND STATIONS THAT YOU WANT TO HEAR
For this, you’ll need to use a shortwave directory.
We recommend the use of a comprehensive shortwave directory,
especially if you want to hear specific countries or to identify the
station you’re listening to. Such a directory will alphabetically list the
countries broadcasting on shortwave, showing their language, target
area, broadcast time and frequency that is used.
The best shortwave directory is PASSPORT TO WORLD BAND RADIO,
available in major bookstores. Published by International Broadcasting
Services, Ltd., Box 300, Penn's Park, Pennsylvania 18943
(www.passband.com).This publication has separate chapters for
English and non-English broadcasts, titled World-Wide Broadcasts In
English and Voices From Home.
6 SERVICE INFORMATION
You may contact the Etón Service Department for additional
information or assistance by calling toll-free Monday through
Friday,8:30am - 4:00pm Pacific Standard Time:
1-800-872-2228 (United States)
1-800-673-1648 (Canada)
Call for a Return Authorization prior to shipping your unit. Should you want to return your
unit for service, pack the receiver carefully using the original carton or other suitable container.Write your return address clearly on the shipping carton and on an enclosed cover letter
describing the service required, symptoms or problems.Also, include your daytime telephone
number and a copy of your proof of purchase.The receiver will be serviced under the terms
of the Etón Limited Warranty and returned to you.
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7 ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Etón warrants to the original purchaser this product shall be free from
defects in material or workmanship for one year from the date of
original purchase.
During the warranty period Etón or an authorized Etón service facility
will provide, free of charge, both parts and labor necessary to correct
defects in material and workmanship.At their option, Etón may
replace a defective unit.
(1) Complete and send in the Warranty Registration Card within
ten (10) days of purchase.
(2) Call Etón or the nearest authorized service facility, as soon as
possible after discovery of a possible defect. Have ready:
(a) the model and serial number.
(b) the identity of the seller and the approximate date
of purchase.
(c) a detailed description of the problem, including details on the
electrical connection to associated equipment and the list of
such equipment.
(3) Etón will issue a Return Authorization number and the address
to which the unit can be shipped. Ship the unit in its original container or equivalent, fully insured and shipping charges prepaid.
Correct maintenance, repair, and use are important to obtain proper
performance from this product. Therefore carefully read the Instruction
Manual. This warranty does not apply to any defect that Etón determines is due to:
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