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Eton FR500 AM/FM/SW Radio

 
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  • Tuning: Analog
  • Display: LED
  • Type: AM, FM, SW
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The Etón FR500 is a compact unit that you can toss in your rucksack and take anywhere. It functions as an AM, FM, and shortwave radio with NOAA weatherband. It also has a flashlight, an emergency beacon, and an emergency siren. Plus, you can use it to charge your cell phone or MP3 player.
 
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Terrible sound quality

Date of Review:  Aug 29, 2008
Review: Purchased this radio from Radio Shack and was looking forward to high quality product from Eton that could keep me going during hurricanes. I am returning this radio ASAP. The tuner cannot cope with several local stations that normally come in loud...
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by: hairzap
Recommended to buy: No

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Piece of crap

Date of Review:  Dec 25, 2008
Review: I got this unit for Christmas and was excited until I turned it on. It not only has a terrible sound, it is cheaply made and is a real lightweight. The switches and dials have a lot of "play" in them. Nothing like what an eighty dollar radio should...
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Poorly constructed. Bad reception...
 
 
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Product Details and Features

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MPN FR500

Key Features
Design Portable
Tuning   Analog
Display LED
Type AM, FM, SW

Technical Features
Connectors DC Adapter Jack
Power Source 3 x AA Batteries
Sound Features Water Resistant

Dimensions
Height 8.5 in.
Depth 2.5 in.
Width 7.75 in.
Weight 30.4 oz

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UPC 050254803346
Product ID 69533118
 
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Eton American Red Cross FR500 Solarlink Self-Powered Emergency Weather Radi...
When your adventures take you farther off the grid, the Eton American Red Cross FR500 Solarlink self-powered emergency weather radio fulfills your various needs. It features an AM/FM radio, shortwave radio and NOAA weather alert radio to keep you in touch with the information you need. A flashlight, beacon and siren are included for use in emergencies.
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Etón FR500 Solarlink (Black)
Includes owner's manual, warranty card, card for cell phone tip, and USB/cell phone charging cord 520-1700 KHz AM, 88-108 MHz FM, 6000-12100 KHz Shortwave Can be powered from the built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery, from an AC adapter, from 3 AA batteries, from the AC adapter alone, and from solar power Dimensions - Width 7-3/4 x Height 8-1/2 x Depth 2-1/2 (196.9x215.9x63.5m m) Weight - 1.9 pounds (0.86 kg)
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Eton FR500 Solarlink Radio - '09 Overstock
Save on Eton at REI-Outlet. Eton FR500 Solarlink Radio - '09 Overstock | The Eton FR500 Solarlink radio with 5 power options to choose from lets you tune in to broadcasts, charge cell phones and MP3 players, and light your way in just about any location and situation. Solar power option keeps the FR500 ready for camping, road trips and power outages. Hand crank power option lets you power the unit by muscle at night and when stored away from sunlight. Charger breathes life into most brands of cell phone batteries and MP3 players. Internal rechargeable NiMH battery pack stores power generated from solar panel, hand crank or AC adapter, not included. In addition to solar power, hand-crank power, rechargeable battery power and optional AC power, unit can also be powered from 3 AA batteries, sold separately. Tunes in all 7 NOAA weather radio channels and features an ''Alert'' function to keep you abreast of significant weather changes. Also picks up AM, FM and shortwave (6000-12100 KHz). Telescoping antenna pick
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