IRST LOOK
CONSUMER RADIOS AND ELECTRONICS
First Look at the Eton E5 Portable
By Jim Clarke NR2G jimclarke@monitoringtimes.com
ust when I thought there were plenty of portables on the market to choose from, Eton Corporation has added the E5 to the line-up. I must admit, when I took it out of the box, I wasnt all that impressed. I mean, if youve seen one low-cost portable, youve seen just about all of them. But then the little things that Eton has done caused me to look at the little radio differently, as you will see.

First Glance

Measuring in at 4H x 6.5W x 1D, the E5 is about the size of paperback book, and has a reasonable number of controls on the frontpanel to match its size. One of the first things that impressed me was that all buttons on the front-panel have the label for their primary function on their face, not the radio; not only are they on the button, but they are illuminated by the backlight perhaps a minor thing to most, but very helpful when using it in low light or in the dark. The LCD multi-function display is about 1.25H x 2.5W and displays operating information such frequency, mode, signal strength, etc. The E5 is another one of the newer portables in which user-input acts as a trigger to turn on the backlight. The backlight stays on for 15 seconds while using batteries, but remains on when powered by an external adapter. A dedicated Light button is also provided. The E5 covers 500 kHz to 29,999 kHz continuously as its AM band, and then 87.5 MHz to 108.1 as its FM band. In the AM band, you can receive AM and SSB signals, but only FM mode (stereo or mono) in the FM band. While in FM, stereo output is available for the included set of earphones.
the other controls are available. Once again, this is a relatively small thing, but it does add a nice option to the typical all or nothing locks of the past. Unfortunately, I was unable to try the audio-mute function referenced in the Lock section of the Operation Manual. Eton mentions the mute feature, but never really elaborates on how to use it. Also, the manual mentions the On/Off power-switch is disabled when the radio is in Hold mode, but I found that not to be the case. The speaker in the E5 is a little over 2 in diameter and has surprising audio for something so small. Obviously, it is lacking in bass response, but what it does project is clear and crisp, as observed while listening to some classical music stations. Only one clock is provided with the E5; however, it does allow you to set the time zone; what you end up with is what Ill dub a dynamic-clock. Once youve set the time and day-of-the-week for your location, you can easily change the time zone to view the time/day virtually anywhere in the world.
TABLE 1. RECEIVE SENSITIVITY
AM 10dB (S+N)/N Frequency (MHz) 0.Level (uV) 1.73 1.18 0.83 0.85 0.71 0.87 1.33 2.45
front-panel, as I needed it four times over the course of this review: once after changing the batteries, and three times during what I would consider to be normal operation.

Changing Frequency

Warning Sign?
I usually downgrade my expectations whenever I see a reset button on a communications product. In my experience, this typically indicates marginal operating software that occasionally locks up the radio. Unfortunately or fortunately, depending on your perspective the reset button is on the front panel of the E5. And it was fortunate for me it was on the

Ergonomics

Due to its size, right-handed folks will have no trouble accessing all of the front-panel buttons using their right thumb. The Lock button on the E5 works a little different from what Im used to: with the E5 Off, the Lock prevents accidental poweron, but when the E5 is On, an initial press of the Lock button puts the radio into Hold mode, and pressing again locks all front-panel buttons. While in Hold mode, the frequency is locked, but all of 70
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The operating frequency of the E5 can be changed using one of the following five methods: numeric-keypad entry, Up/Down step buttons, the tuning knob, memory-recall, or Auto-Scan. Numeric-keypad entry is very simple: just type the frequency in kHz for AM band frequencies and press AM, or enter the frequency in MHz (not including the decimal point) for FM band frequencies and press FM. The Up/Down step buttons change the frequency by 3 kHz from 150 to 520 kHz, by either 9 or 10 kHz from 520 to 1710 kHz, by 5 kHz from 1710 to 29995 kHz, and by 100 kHz from 87.5 to 108.1 MHz. Dimpling on the Tuning-knob helps to keep the index finger from slipping off while dialing across the band in either 1 kHz steps from 150 to 29999 MHz, or 25 kHz steps from 87.5 to 108.1 MHz. And, I am happy to add, there is no chuffing while tuning with either the tuning-knob or using the Up/Down step buttons. Memory channel reception is as easy as selecting a memory page using the Page/Time button, then pressing the F-key that corresponds to the channel number on that page. The current Page can be selected using either the Up/Down step buttons to scroll to the desired Page, or by entering the Page number then pressing the Page button. The E5 is equipped with 700 memory channels divided into 100

pages of 7 locations. Auto-Scan provides three different modes of operation: Stop, D-5, or ATS. In Stop mode, the radio stops and stays on the first station encountered; D-5 mode pauses the E5 at each detected station for 5 seconds and then resumes scanning. ATS stands for Auto-Tuning Storage mode and stores the strongest local FM stations received during the scan.

Sleep and Auto-On

For those of us who like to fall asleep to our favorite radio station, the E5 has a sleep function. It can be set from 1 to 99 minutes by either using the keypad to enter a value and pressing the Sleep button, or by pressing the Sleep button and then using the tuning knob to select the minutes. The Power button is used for radio On/Off and also for enabling the Sleep timer when held down. If you like to be awakened by your radio, or you want it to turn on automatically, Eton provides four alarms. Available settings for each alarm are alarm-time, weekday, volume, playtime, and memory-location.
switch. Typically, the only time I find this feature necessary is when connecting the radio to a large external antenna. There is a Wide/Narrow bandwidth switch, but as is all too common on receivers in this class, the Narrow position is just too narrow. This seems to be a historical trend, only contradicted recently in my personal experience by Radio Labs Super-909 which I would consider the best filter combination Ive heard in recent years. Single Sideband (SSB) reception is enabled via a button on the front-panel. In my humble opinion, it seems to me manufacturers should just drop the SSB reception on radios with tuning step sizes greater than 100 Hz. Tuning around in the Ham Bands can be frustrating with a 1 kHz step. Even though the fine tuning can compensate for the spread, it just seems too large, adding to listening fatigue. A knob on the lower right side controls audio volume, and there is a jack for connecting an external 9 Vdc power source.
rejection of strong, local, adjacent channel signals. The built-in ferrite antenna provides a degree of directivity, giving the listener the possibility of interference reduction, depending on the locations of the desired and interfering signals. One of the ways I check an FM radio is to try to pick up CFMX in Toronto, Canada, with only the indoor whip antenna. I am happy to report the E5 grabbed the classical music station with a full-quieting signal and had good audio, despite its size. Most receivers I test either dont pick CFMX up at all, get bleedover from an adjacent signal, or include a fair amount of bacon-fry noise on the signal. There was one surprisingly absent feature in FM, though; there is no signal strength indicator. I dont know about your preferences, but I missed it.

Final Thoughts

Antennas

How Does It Play?

The E5 comes equipped with three antennas: a built-in ferrite-core bi-directional antenna, a 36 swiveling telescopic whip antenna, and an External Antenna jack.

Other Jacks and Controls

For those who like the ability to reduce the sensitivity of the radio, there is a Local/DX
Shortwave reception with the E5 was quite nice for a radio of this size. Sensitivity was very good and selectivity was acceptable. Reception indoors was acceptable with the whip, and when connected to my Loop Sky Wire seemed to handle the higher signal levels well. AM broadcast band listening was also good, with the selectivity providing good
I found the E5 to be a refreshing improvement over the G4000A, and in fact I would take one E5 over two G4000As. Its small size and very good performance, combined with the little considerations here and there, such as the lighted button labels, really warmed me up to this new offering from Eton. If I didnt have the money to pick up a Super-909, I would probably go for the E5. The Eton website, at www.etoncorp. com, lists the E5s price at $150 US dollars. Grove Enterprises also offers the Eton E5 as Rcv10 for $149.95. For more information, visit their website at www.grove-ent.com.

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O P E R AT I O N M A N UA L
AM/FM STEREO/ M W. S W. LW D U A L C O N V E R S I O N

E5 OPERATION MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DO YOU NEED HELP?

Thank you for purchasing the E-5 AM/FM/Shortwave Radio. We want you to thoroughly enjoy the use of this product. To take advantage of its many excellent and unique features, we urge you to carefully read the owners manual. If you need help while learning its operation, please contact us, using the methods below. Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., North American Pacific Time. 1-800-872-2228 from the U.S. 1-800-637-1648 from Canada 1-650-903-3866, worldwide FAX: 650-903-3867 Web Site: www.etoncorp.com Mailing Address: Etn Corporation 1015 Corporation Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 USA
WHAT THE E-5 INCLUDES.... 4 E5 FEATURES...5 DIAGRAMS....6 GETTING STARTED....8 - INSTALLING BATTERIES AND BATTERY INFORMATION.. 8 - AC ADAPTER INFORMATION...10 - CHARGING Ni-MH BATTERIES IN THE E-5...10 BASIC RADIO OPERATION....13 - BEFORE USING THE E5; TURNING THE E5 ON/OFF; USING THE SLEEP TIMER FEATURE..13 - USING THE LOCK FEATURE...14 - VOLUME CONTROL....14 - USING THE DX/LOCAL SWITCH....15 - SELECTING FM, AM and SHORTWAVE (SW)...15 - LISTENING IN FM STEREO...16 - SETTING UP AM AND FM OUTSIDE OF NORTH AMERICA..16 - TUNING IN STATIONS.... 17 BUTTONS....17 - TUNING KNOB....17 - DIRECT FREQUENCY ENTRY....18 - AUTO-SCAN TUNING... 18 - SHORTWAVE WITH THE E5...19 - SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR....22 CLOCK AND TIMER FEATURES... 23 - SETTING THE CLOCK.... 23 - SETTING/ACTIVATING/DEACTIVATING THE ALARMS...25 WORKING WITH MEMORY...27 - STORING STATIONS INTO MEMORY...27 - LABELLING MEMORY PAGES... 27 - ACCESSING WHAT IS STORED IN MEMORY...28 - CHECKING MEMORY CAPACITY... 28 - CHECKING PAGES AND MEMORIES...29 - USING THE PAGE COPY/PASTE FUNCTION..29 - ERASING MEMORY.... 30 - USING THE ATS MEMORY FEATURE... 31 USING THE LIGHT.... 31 USING THE EXTERNAL SHORTWAVE ANTENNA SOCKET... 31 STEREO/MONO BUTTON....32 MUSIC/WIDE and NEWS/NARROW SWITCH..32 LINE OUT SOCKET... 32 USING EARPHONES...32 REAR FOLDING STAND... 33 RESET BUTTON...34 INTRODUCTION TO SHORTWAVE... 34 TROUBLESHOOTING.... 42 WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION.. 44

1 WHAT THE E-5 INCLUDES

AC adapter Stereo earphones External wire antenna Carrying pouch Carrying strap (attached) Owners manual
NOTE: In the instructions below, numbers in parenthesis (), corre-

2 FEATURES

M-Stereo, AM and Full-Shortwave Coverage (1711-29999 KHz). PLL Dual Conversion AM/SW Circuitry With SSB. 700 Programmable Memory Presets. FM Station Auto Tuning Storage (ATS). Alpha-Numeric Four Character Memory Bank Labeling. Tunes Via Auto-Scan, Manual-Scan, Direct Key-in Entry and Tuning Knob. Selectable 9/10 kHz AM Tuning Steps. Clock, Sleep Timer and Four Programmable Timers (for alarm or wake-up). Weekday Setting. World Time Zone Selection. Shortwave Narrow/Wide Bandwidth Selection. AM/FM News/Music Tone Selection. Stereo Earphone Socket. Stereo Line-Out Socket. Socket For External Shortwave Antenna. Display Light. Button Lock Feature. Included: Owners Manual, One-Year Warranty, AC Adapter/Charger and Protective Case. Internally Recharges Ni-MH Batteries. Dimensions: 6-5/8W x 4-1/8H x 1-1/8D (167 x 105 x 27 mm). Weight: 12.2 oz. (346 g).
spond to the numbered diagrams.

3 DIAGRAMS

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. POWER / SLEEP HOLD RESET PAGE/TIME VOL+/VOLAUTO SCAN EDIT/BACKLIGHT SWITCH MONO/STEREO/SSB INDICATOR 0-9 NUMBER BUTTON METER BAND AM BAND FM BAND TIME-ZONE BUTTON 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. CHECK BUTTON ERASE BUTTON STORE BUTTON BATTERY COMPARTMENT (REAR) SPEAKER SUPPORT STAND (REAR) ALARM 1 ALARM 2 ALARM 3 ALARM 4 LCD DISPLAY CHARGE RIGHT SIDE LEFT SIDE

telescopic antenna Jog Dial wheel News/Music Narrow/Wide switch SSB fine knob line out external power jack external antenna jack LOCAL/DX switch earphone jack
JOG DIAL WHEEL: Turn the jog dial wheel, combine with other button can adjust time, frequency, volume and memory operations.

LCD DISPLAY

26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 6
SLEEP LOCK ALARM INDICATOR INFORMATION AREA AM/FM USB WEEKDAY/STATION AREA
33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39.
FREQUENCY MHz KHz WIDE/NARROW SIGNAL STRENGTH STEREO/MONO CHARGE INDICATOR 7

4 GETTING STARTED

INSTALLING BATTERIES The hinged battery compartment (17) is located on the back of the E5. To open it, apply thumb pressure to the ribbed, down pointing triangle and slide it about 1/8 inch (about 3 mm) towards the bottom of the radio, then pull up. Install 4 AA batteries, observing the battery polarity diagrams inside the compartment. When not using rechargeable AA batteries, use alkaline or lithium batteries. Lithium AA batteries yield the longest play-time. BATTERY STRENGTH INDICATOR The battery strength indicator appears in the upper right side of the LCD display (24). When batteries are fresh or fully charged, it appears solid black. As batteries wear down, the segments become clear from right to left.
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in an explosion causing injury. When the E5 is not being used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid leakage. Damage caused by battery acid leakage is not covered by this products warranty. If the batteries leak, dont throw them away and immediately contact the manufacturer of the batteries to inquire about their battery leakage warranty program.
CAUTION! Never attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries!
MORE IMPORTANT BATTERY USE INFORMATION When using batteries for long periods of time, disconnect the AC adapter/charger. Do not attempt recharging non-rechargeable batteries. Only recharge rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Replace or recharge batteries when the sound becomes weak and distorted or the power indicator indicates depleted. Stations stored in memory are permanently stored. However, when power is removed or batteries deplete, the clock reverts to the default 0:00 setting. The clock time will not be lost if batteries are replaced quickly within 3 minutes of removal. POWERING THE E-5 WITH THE INCLUDED AC ADAPTER/CHARGER

5 BASIC RADIO OPERATION

BEFORE USING THE E5 Assure that it is powered with the AC adapter or batteries. Assure that it is unlocked. See lock button instructions below. Place the DX/LOCAL switch (46), on the left side of the E5, to the DX position. TURNING THE E-5 ON AND OFF The E-5 is turned on and off with a quick, short press of the POWER/SLEEP button (1). USING THE SLEEP TIMER FEATURE The sleep timer feature enables the E-5 to play for a specified number of minutes (00-99), then shut off. The sleep timer feature can be activated and programmed with the E-5 turned on or off. Note that in sleep mode, the radio plays and the sleep symbol (26) appears in the display. There are two methods to activate and program the sleep timer. With either method, the sleep symbol (26) appears in the display after the sleep time is set. Method 1 1. Use the numeric keypad to enter the desired time (00-99 minutes). 2. Within 3 seconds press the SLEEP button (1). The E5 turns on and plays for the specified time. Method 2 1. Press the SLEEP button for about 3 seconds or until the sleep symbol (26) appears in the display and the E5 turns on.
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2. Within 3 seconds, use the tuning knob (40) to select the sleep time (in minutes) of your choice. 3. Within 3 seconds, press the PAGE/TIME button (4) when finished. USING THE LOCK FEATURE (2) With the E5 turned off, the lock feature prevents unwanted turn-on. When it is turned on, the lock feature prevents unwanted frequency changes. The lock feature also serves as an audio-mute. E5 TURNED OFF Giving the LOCK button (2) a short press causes the lock symbol (27) to appear in the display and the on/off button does not work. Deactivate it with a longer press of about 2 seconds. E5 TURNED ON Giving the LOCK button (2) a short press disables only the tuning knob (40). Note that the lock symbol (27) does not appear in the display. Giving it another short press causes the lock symbol to appear and disables all buttons. Deactivate it with a longer press of about 2 seconds. VOLUME CONTROL The volume control buttons (5) are labeled +-/VOL. To increase the volume, push the + button. To decrease the volume, push the button. The E5s volume is divided into levels, 0-31. When adjusting volume, the corresponding level number appears in the display. Volume can be adjusted with the E5 turned on or off. Volume can also be adjusted using the numeric keypad (9).
To adjust the volume with the numeric keypad: 1. Use the numeric keypad (9) to enter the desired volume level (0-31). 2. Within 3 seconds, press either the + or VOL button. USING THE DX/LOCAL SWITCH (46) The DX/LOCAL switch is located on the left side of the E5 and is labeled DX/LO. Use DX as the default setting. This gives the E-5 maximum sensitivity to signals. If strong stations seem distorted, then use the local setting (labeled LO). This switch does not function in FM mode. SELECTING FM, AM AND SHORTWAVE (SW) Turn on the E-5. To select AM press the AM BAND button (11), for FM press the FM BAND button (12) and for shortwave sequentially press the METERBAND button (10) until the shortwave band of your choice is selected. The last used frequency is automatically displayed. The most popular shortwave bands can also be accessed with the F1-F7 buttons (F1=49m, F2=41m, F3=31m, F4=25m, F5=22m, F6=19m and F7=16m). See more specific information about the E5 and shortwave under the heading SHORTWAVE WITH THE E5.

SHORTWAVE NOTE: If youre completely new to shortwave or need
a refresher, see the special shortwave section toward the end of this manual. The frequency digits (33) appear in the lower center portion of the display. AM and FM is for listening to local stations, while shortwave brings in stations from around the world.
When listening to FM or shortwave, fully extend the telescopic antenna (44). It need not be extended when listening to AM stations (the AM antenna is located inside the E5). LISTENING IN FM STEREO FM stereo can be heard when using earphones/headphones (47) or when routing the audio to a stereo amplification device from the LINE OUT socket (43). To hear FM in stereo, press the ST/MONO button (8) while tuned to a FM station. Note that STEREO appears in the display (38) when the stereo mode is selected. SETTING UP AM AND FM OUTSIDE OF NORTH AMERICA
NOTE: The E-5 is factory set-up for use in North America. To use the
In North America, the FM band extends from 87.5-108 mHz. In other parts of the world, it may extend from 87-108.1 or from 76-108.1. To select the correct range for your region follow these steps: 1. Turn off the E5. 2. Press the F5 button for about 3 seconds, or until 9 or 10 flashes in the display. 3. Release the button and give the PAGE/TIME button (4) a quick, short press. 4. Sequentially press the F5 button until the beginning FM frequency of your area appears. 5. Give the PAGE/TIME button (4) a quick, short press. TUNING IN STATIONS Described below are four methods of tuning-in stations: Buttons (6), Tuning-Knob (40), Direct Frequency Entry (9) and Auto-Scan (6). BUTTONS (6) Quick, short, sequential presses of the buttons enables tuning up or down frequency (33)(34)(35). All normal tuning for AM, FM and shortwave stations can be performed with the buttons. The tuning steps used are 9 or 10 kHz in the AM band, 5 kHz in the shortwave bands and 100 kHz in the FM band. TUNING KNOB (40) The tuning steps are 1 kHz in AM/SW and 25 kHz FM.
E5 in North America (U.S. or Canada), no changes are needed. In North America, AM stations are spaced by 10 KHz and the AM band extends from 520 kHz to 1710 kHz. In most other world areas, they are spaced by 9 KHz and the band extends from 522-1710 kHz. Follow these steps to select the 9 kHz AM spacing for outside of North America: 1. Turn off the E-5. 2. Press the F5 button for about 3 seconds, or until 9 or 10 flashes in the display. 3. Release the button and give it a quick, short press to toggle to the other setting. 4. When finished, press the PAGE/TIME button (4) twice.

E5 AUTO-TUNING CHART SW BAND (meters) 120m 90m 75m 60m 49m 41m 31m 25m 22m 19m 16m 13m 11m E5 FREQ. RANGE (kilohertz) 2300-2495 3200-3400 3900-4000 4700-5100 5700-6500 6800-7700 9200-10000 11400-12200 13500-13900 15000-15800 17450-17950 21400-21900 25650-26150
USING THE E5S SSB (SINGLE SIDE BAND) FEATURE (8) SSB enables listening to shortwave signals using the single-sideband mode. This mode is used for a variety of signals including amateur radio and other two-way communications, Morse code, weather-fax transmissions and other encoded signals often referred to as utility signals. To use SSB, turn on the SSB circuit by pressing the SSB button. Note that SSB appears in the display (31). Tune to the shortwave frequency of your choice. Use the tuning knob to coarse-tune the SSB signal, then fine-tune with the FINE+ knob (42). This SSB circuit allows tuning of both upper and lower sideband signals. For best SSB signal clarity, placing the DX/LOCAL switch in the LOCAL position may be desirable.
SSB NOTE: If youre new to SSB, see the SSB chart in the LISTENING TO SHORTWAVE section, later in this manual.
6 CLOCK AND ALARM FEATURES
NOTE: Turn off the E5 to set clock and alarm functions. Setting clock and alarm features require that you work fast between steps. If you dont, the set mode will automatically exit. If this occurs, start over. Carefully read through the procedure first.
SETTING THE CLOCK The E-5s clock is a 24-hour format clock. For example, midnight is 00:00 hours; 6 am is 06:00 hours; 1 pm is 13:00 hours and 11 pm is 23:00 hours. Before setting the clock, select and activate your home time zone, then set the clock. To select and activate your time zone: (Use this same procedure to change your time zone when traveling). 1. Quick, short press of TIME ZONE button (13). Tzone appears in the display. 2. Use the tuning knob to select your home time zone (see time zone abbreviation list below). 3. Long, 3 second press of TIME ZONE button. Tzone disappears from the display.
SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR (37) The signal strength indicator (37) shows relative strength of AM and SW signals. When signal strengths are somewhat weak, it is normal for the indicators level to fluctuate. The indicator is not functional with FM signals.

7 WORKING WITH MEMORY

The E5 has 700 memories (also called presets), arranged in 100 pages, with each page holding 7 memories. Buttons F1-7 represent memory locations. STORING STATIONS INTO MEMORY Note that when storing into an already occupied memory position, its contents will be replaced with your new entry. 1. Turn on the E5. 2. Tune to the desired station. 3. Press the PAGE/TIME button (4) to place the E-5 into MEMO mode. buttons or 4. To select the desired memory page (00-99) use the hold down the STORE button (16) and use the tuning knob. 5. While holding down the STORE button (16), press one of buttons F1-7, storing the station into that memory. Note that a box appears around the selected memory location. 6. Release the STORE button. 7. To store another station, tune to the station and repeat steps 4-6 above. 8. When finished storing stations, press the PAGE/TIME button (4) to exit MEMO mode. LABELING MEMORY PAGES Memory pages can be uniquely labeled with four, intermixed digits or letters. 1. Select memory mode with the PAGE/TIME button (4). MEMO appears in the display.
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2. Use the buttons to select the desired memory page.
2. Press or hold down the CHECK button (14) and turn the tuning knob (40) to select the desired page. 3. While holding down the CHECK button press one of the F1-F7 buttons noting that the stored frequency shows in the display. USING THE PAGE COPY/PASTE FUNCTION This feature enables copying memory contents from one page to another. 1. Press and release the PAGE/TIME button (4), causing PAGE to appear in the display. 2. Press or hold down the CHECK button (14) and turn the tuning knob (40) to select the page to be copied. 3. While holding down the CHECK button (14) press and release the PAGE/TIME button (4). This copies the page. 4. Press or hold down the STORE button (16) and turn the tuning knob (40), selecting the paste-to page. 5. While holding down STORE press and release PAGE. This pastes the content of the page. ERASING MEMORY 1. Enter MEMO mode by pressing the PAGE/TIME button (4), causing MEMO to appear in the display. 2. Select the desired memory page with the buttons.

3. Press the EDIT button (7) until _ appears in the display (about 3 seconds). 4. Use the tuning knob to select the desired number or letter. 5. Press the PAGE/TIME button to select the next _. 6. Repeat until 4 letters/numbers are selected. 7. Press PAGE/TIME when finished. ACCESSING WHAT IS STORED INTO MEMORY 1. Enter MEMO mode by pressing the PAGE/TIME button (4), causing MEMO to appear in the display. 2. Select the desired memory page with the buttons. 3. Select the desired memory with buttons F1-7. CHECKING MEMORY CAPACITY While holding down the CHECK button (14), turn the tuning knob to select memory pages. Empty memories do not have the box around them. CHECKING PAGES AND MEMORIES Checking allows reviewing of pages and their contents, even while listening. 1. Press and release the PAGE/TIME button (4), causing PAGE to appear in the display.
3. While holding down the ERASE button (15), press the F1-7 button that you wish to erase. Note that the box surrounding the memory location disappears. 4. Release the ERASE button. DELETING ALL MEMORY CONTENTS Hold down the EDIT and SSB buttons simultaneously, then press RESET (2). This deletes the contents of all memory pages. USING THE ATS MEMORY FEATURE Auto Tuning Storage (ATS) automatically stores the strongest FM local stations into memory, starting with page 99 and continuing downward until all are stored, e.g. 99, 98, 97, etc. To select and start ATS: 3. Hold down the F6 button for about 2 seconds, then release. Note that the last chosen mode flashes in the screen. 4. While the mode flashes, perform quick, short presses of the F6 button to select ATS, then press the PAGE/TIME (4) button. 5. Press the ATS scan. Auto Tuning button for about two seconds to start the

8 USING THE LIGHT

The light illuminates the display and buttons. There are three light modes. Normal Mode: Pressing any button activates the light. The light automatically turns off after 15 seconds. Always-On Mode: When powered by its AC adapter, the light remains always-on when the E5 is turned on. Manual Light-On/Off Mode: If the light is off, pressing the LIGHT button (7) activates the light for 15 seconds. Pressing it again within 15 seconds turns the light off.
9 USING THE EXTERNAL SHORTWAVE ANTENNA SOCKET (45)
The external antenna socket is used to connect the E-5 to advanced performance antennas using a 50 or 75-Ohm coaxial cable feed-line. There are many such antennas on the market today. Typing in shortwave antennas on your favorite Internet search site will provide further information. Contact Eton Corporation if you have questions about such antennas.

10 STEREO/MONO BUTTON (8)
When listening to FM stations this switch selects stereo or monaural. Select stereo when using earphones. When not using earphones, its OK to leave it on stereo. In either case, if the FM signal is poor, selecting mono may improve it.
ATS NOTE: After the ATS scan, if too many memories are filled with static, try the scan again with the DX/LOCAL switch set in the LOCAL position.
11 MUSIC/WIDE AND NEWS/NARROW SWITCH (41)
Note the wide/narrow diagram in the display (36). AM/FM The MUSIC/WIDE position creates a brighter music sound. The NEWS/NARROW position creates a less bright sound. Shortwave The MUSIC/WIDE position creates the best audio fidelity. The NEWS/NARROW position helps to minimize interference from other stations.
14 REAR FOLDING STAND (19)
Pull the folding stand from the rear of the E5, allowing viewing at a comfortable angle. (see below)

12 LINE-OUT SOCKET (43)

This socket provides an industry standard, fixed level audio output source for safely routing the E5s audio to the line-in socket of a stereo system or recording device. Follow your external devices lineinput instructions. The E5s volume control has no effect on this output.

15 RESET BUTTON (3)

The reset button is located inside the small hole (3) labeled RESET. If the E5 operates erratically, poke a paper clip into the reset hole to reset its microprocessor. Performing a reset does not erase what is stored into the memory locations but does reset the clock to 0:00.
13 EARPHONE SOCKET (47) AND USING EARPHONES
Earphones/headphones with a 1/8 inch stereo plug can be used. Plug them into the earphone socket (insert symbol) on the left side of the radio. Turn the volume down before wearing the earphones, then turn up the volume to your liking.
16 INTRODUCTION TO SHORTWAVE
SW BANDS, SSB AND OTHER SHORTWAVE HELP NEED HELP? CONTACT US. Eton Corporation 1015 Corporation Way Palo Alto, CA 94030 USA U.S. States: 1-800-872-2228 Canada: 1-800-637-1648 Worldwide: 650-903-3866 www.etoncorp.com Hours of Operation: M-F, 8:30-4, Pacific Time. WHAT IS SHORTWAVE? Shortwave is a broadcast frequency range that allows stations to be heard over vast distances, usually thousands of miles. Youll hear news and information, as well as culturally oriented programming, including music. Some programming is biased or propagandized. Misconceptions: Note that shortwave has nothing to do with picking up far away AM and FM stations or picking up local two-way communications such as police, fire, ambulance, local airport traffic and marine harbor traffic. For example, it is not possible to hear Los Angeles AM and FM stations in New York City. Local two-way communications does not take place on shortwave, but rather on VHF and UHF frequencies, requiring the use of a VHF/UHF scanner to hear them.

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WHAT ARE SHORTWAVE BANDS? The key to enjoying shortwave is understanding bands. If you have ever listened to AM or FM radio, then you already know what a band is. In North America, the AM band is a frequency range stretching from 530 to 1710 kilohertz; the FM band is 88-108 megahertz. A band is a frequency range in which stations are located. To find AM or FM stations you tune around with the tuning buttons (or the tuning knob on an analog radio) 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. Each band represents a frequency range, as shown in the accompanying band chart. For example, the 19 meter shortwave band encompasses the frequency range of about 15100 to 15600 kilohertz. Since some radios show frequency in megahertz (mHz) and some in kilohertz (kHz), both are shown here. Look at your radios tuning scale or its digital display to determine which frequency designation it uses in shortwave. On some shortwave radios these frequencies will look like 15100 kHz, 15105 kHz or 15110 kHz and on other radios they might look like 15.1 mHz, 15.105 mHz or 15.11 mHz. The exact range of a band may be slightly different in one band chart or another and may even vary slightly from one radio to another. This is perfectly OK. On some radios the band names, e.g. 19 meters, are clearly marked, on others they are not marked at all. If it is not apparent how to get into a band on your radio, consult the owners manual.
SIMPLIFIED SHORTWAVE BAND CHART The table below shows the bands used for shortwave broadcasting. For more detailed band information enter shortwave broadcast band allocations at an Internet search site. BAND 120 m 90 m 75 m 60 m 49 m 41 m 31 m 25 m 22 m 19 m 16 m 15 m 13 m 11 m MEGAHERTZ (MHz) 2,300 - 2,495 MHz 3,20 - 3,40 MHz 3,90 - 4,05 MHz 4,750 - 5,1 MHz 5,73 - 6,3 MHz 6,89 - 7,60 MHz 9,25 - 9,95 MHz 11,5 - 12,2 MHz 13,57 - 13,87 MHz 15,005 - 15,825 MHz 17,48 - 17,9 MHz 18,9 - 19,02 MHz 21,45 - 21,85 MHz 25,67 - 26,1 MHz KILOHERTZ (kHz) 2300 - 2495 kHz 3200 - 3400 kHz 3900 - 4050 kHz 4750 - 5100 kHz 5730 - 6300 kHz 6890 - 7600 kHz 9250 - 9995 kHz 11500 - 12200 kHz 13570 - 13870 kHz 15005 - 15825 kHz 17480 - 17900 kHz 18900 - 19020 kHz 21450 - 21850 kHz 25670 - 26100 kHz
SOME BASIC RULES OF THUMB In general, the bands with frequencies below 13 mHz (13000 kHz) are better at night and the bands with frequencies above 13 mHz (13000 kHz) are best during the day. The best daytime shortwave bands are 13, 15, 16, 19, and 22 meters; 16 and 19 usually the best. At night, the best bands are 25, 31, 41 and 49 meters, with 31 and 49 usually best. Around sunset and sunrise, both the day and night bands may be exceptionally good. Shortwave reception is usually better in the winter than at other times of year. Because the construction materials of some buildings severely block shortwave signals, it may be best to hold the radio in your hands and get very close to a window or use an external antenna mounted next to the window or outside. SHORTWAVE TIME STATIONS These stations broadcast Universal Time (GMT), usually 24 hours per day. CHU-time(Canada) CHU-time(Canada) CHU-time(Canada) WWV-time/weather(US) WWV-time/weather(US) WWV-time/weather(US) WWV-time/weather(US) WWV-time/weather(US) Best at night Day/Night Best during daylight Best at night Best at night Day/Night Best during daylight Best during daylight

GETTING CLOSE TO A WINDOW Getting close to a window may substantially improve reception. Shortwave signals penetrate single-level wood frame buildings easiest, while concrete and brick buildings, multi-story and metal roofed structures often block signals. In such situations, position the radio as close to a window as possible. Holding it may also help. Use an external antenna if necessary. SHORTWAVE ANTENNAS An external shortwave antenna, especially when mounted outside, can greatly enhance shortwave reception. Some radios are equipped with special antenna sockets. Eton Corporation does not manufacture or sell shortwave antennas, however, there are many excellent models available. A web search such as shortwave antennas will result in many sources for such products. INTRODUCTION TO SINGLE SIDEBAND (SSB) Many higher-end shortwave radios have special circuitry enabling SSB, a highly efficient way of electronically processing transmitted and received signals for two-way communication. Examples of this are amateur radio (hams), maritime and aeronautical communication. Either upper side band (USB) or lower side band (LSB) can be used. Non-voice methods of communication can also be heard, including CW (Morse code) and RTTY (radio teletype). Receiving SSB signals is not always easy. Since this is two-way communications, transmissions are often very short and sporadic. Also, most two-way communication uses relatively low power, 50 to
1000 watts. The amateur radio operators are easiest to find, Best results are experienced when using an outdoor shortwave antenna such as a dipole. Follow your radios instructions on how to engage its SSB feature. Shown next are some selected frequency ranges on which SSB communications can be found. All frequencies are shown in kilohertz. AMATEUR RADIO SHORTWAVE BANDS (M=METERS) 80m: 3500-4000 40m: 7000-7300 30m: 10100-10150 20m: 14000-14350 17m: 18068-18168 15m: 21000-21450 12m: 24890-24990 10m: 28000-29700
AERONAUTICAL SW FREQUENCY RANGES (USUALLY USB) 2850-3155 3400-3500 4650-4750 5480-5730 6525-6765 8815-9040 10005-10100 11175-11400 13200-13360 15010-15100 17900-18030 21870-22000 23200-23350
MARITIME SW FREQUENCY RANGES (USUALLY USB) 4063-4438 6200-6525 8195-8815 12230-13200 16360-17410 18780-18900 19680-19800 22000-22720 25070-25110
Popular Communications: A publication of CQ Communications, Inc. 25 Newbridge Road, Hicksville, NY 11801-2953, USA. Telephone: 516-681-2922. www.popular-communications.com. SHORTWAVE DIRECTORIES Shortwave directories showing broadcasters language, target area, broadcast time and frequency are listed below. PASSPORT TO WORLD BAND RADIO Published by International Broadcasting Services (IBS); IBS North America, Box 300, Penns Park PA 18943. Phone: (215) 598-9018. www.passband.com. WORLD RADIO TV HANDBOOK Published in the USA by Watson-Guptill Publications, 770 Broadway, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10003-9595. www.watsonguptill.com.

SHORTWAVE SSB WEATHER FREQUENCIES AND WEATHER FAX FREQUENCIES These are best found online by performing a search using your favorite Internet search site, searching for shortwave weather frequencies; weather fax frequencies. Your local library and bookstores may also be helpful. FINDING SHORTWAVE ANTENNAS Such resources are best found by performing a search using your favorite Internet search site, searching for shortwave antennas or the specific antenna type, e.g. shortwave dipole antennas. Your local library and bookstores may also be helpful. SHORTWAVE MAGAZINES Monitoring Times: 7540 Highway 64 West, Brasstown, NC 28902, Telephone: (828) 837-9200/800-438-8155. Website: http://www.monitoringtimes.com.

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RESET PROCEDURE Perform a reset if the solutions outlined below dont resolve the issue. The RESET button (3) is the small hole on the front right of the E-5. To perform a reset, assure that fresh batteries are in the E5 or power it with its AC adapter. Turn the E5 off and poke a paper clip into the hole. WILL NOT TURN ON 1. Assure that the LOCK feature is not engaged. 2. Assure that the radio has power (batteries installed or AC adapter plugged in). 3. Assure that batteries are inserted with correct polarity 4. Assure that the batteries are not depleted 5. If using an AC adapter, assure that it is plugged into the household outlet (mains socket) and into the E5s DC socket. Also, assure that the AC adapter is of the correct DC voltage output and polarity and that its plug-tip is of the correct inner and outer diameter. SHUTS OFF ABRUPTLY WHILE PLAYING DURING BATTERY USE This is caused by depleted batteries. Replace them. SHUTS OFF ABRUPTLY WHILE BEING MOVED DURING AC ADAPTER USE This is usually caused by a broken wire or loose connection in the AC adapters cord or if the AC adapters plug-tip is of the wrong diameter. OPERATES ERRATICALLY Perform a RESET, as described in the section titled RESET PROCEDURE.
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STATIONS ARE RECEIVED TOO WEAK Assure that the ANTENNA GAIN switch is set to the DX position. Assure that the telescopic antenna is pulled up all the way for FM and Shortwave reception. When listening to AM stations, swivel the radio. The AM internal ferrite bar antenna is highly directional. THERE IS NO SOUND FROM THE SPEAKER (18) Assure that earphones/headphones are not plugged in and that the volume control is turned up. A STATION CAUSES SEVERE AUDIO DISTORTION, BUT SEEMS TO BE VERY STRONG IN SIGNAL STRENGTH This is probably a strong, local station, very close to your location. Because of its close proximity, its signal is too strong. To reduce signal strengths, place the DX/LOCAL switch into the LOCAL position. THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT HAS A STICKY LIQUID OR DRIED WHITE POWDER IN IT This is the result of battery acid leakage. To avoid battery acid leakage, only use high quality alkaline or rechargeable nickel-metal-hydride batteries. Never intermix old with new, or different brands or types of batteries. If the batteries leak, immediately contact the manufacturer of the batteries and dont throw them away. Damage caused by battery acid leakage is not covered under warranty.

18 SERVICE INFORMATION

You may contact Eton Corporation 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 (US) 1(800) 673-1648 (CN) 650-903-3866 (World-wide) 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 Eton Corporation Limited Warranty and returned to you. ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Etn 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 Etn or an authorized Etn service facility will provide, free of charge, both parts and labor necessary to correct defects in material and workmanship. At their option, Etn may replace a defective unit. (1) Complete and send in the Warranty Registration Card within ten (10) days of purchase.
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(2) Call Etn 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) Etn 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 Etn determines is due to: (1) Improper maintenance or repair, including the installation of parts or accessories that do not conform to the quality and specification of the original parts. (2) Misuse, abuse, neglect or improper installation. (3) Accidental or intentional damage. (4) Battery leakage. All implied warranties, if any, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, terminate one (1) year from the date of the original purchase. The foregoing constitutes Eton Corporation entire obligation with respect to this product, and the original purchaser shall have no other remedy and no claim for incidental or consequential damages, losses, or expenses. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do