Eton G5 owner manual Shortwave Time Stations, Getting Close to a Window, Shortwave Antennas

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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)	3330	Best at night
CHU-time(Canada)	7335	Day/Night
CHU-time(Canada)	14670	Best during daylight
WWV-time/weather(US)	2500	Best at night
WWV-time/weather(US)	5000	Best at night
WWV-time/weather(US)	10000	Day/Night
WWV-time/weather(US)	15000	Best during daylight
WWV-time/weather(US)	20000	Best during daylight

GETTING CLOSE TO A WINDOW

Getting close to a window may substantially improve reception. Short- wave 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. Etón 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.

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Contents G5 AM/FM STEREO/ MW.SW.LW Dual Conversion Page Do YOU Need HELP? Table of Contents Table of Contents What the G5 Includes FeaturesDiagrams FeaturesRight Side Left Side DiagramsGetting Started Installing BatteriesBattery Strength Indicator Getting Started More Important Battery USE InformationPowering the G5 with the Included AC ADAPTER/CHARGER Charging Ni-MH Batteries in the G5 Important AC ADAPTER/CHARGER Information and PrecautionsBattery Charging Notes and Cautions Battery Charging Time ChartTurning the G5 on and OFF Before Using the G5Using the Sleep Timer Feature Basic Radio OperationMethod Using the Lock FeatureVolume Control Basic Radio OperationSelecting FM, AM and Shortwave SW Using the DX/LOCAL SwitchListening in FM Stereo Direct Frequency Entry Tuning in StationsTuning Knob ButtonsAUTO-SCAN Tuning Shortwave with the E5 Basic Radio OperationUsing the G5’s SSB Single Side Band Feature G5 Auto-Tuning ChartSetting the Clock Clock and Alarm FeaturesSignal Strength Indicator Time Zone Abbreviation List Clock and Alarm FeaturesSetting the Clock and Weekday Setting the Alarms 1 Through 4 Clock and Alarm FeaturesACTIVATING/DEACTIVATING the Alarms Labeling Memory Pages Working with MemoryStoring Stations Into Memory Checking Pages and Memories Accessing What is Stored Into MemoryWorking with Memory Checking Memory CapacityErasing Memory Using the page COPY/PASTE FunctionUsing the ATS Memory Feature Deleting ALL Memory ContentsSTEREO/MONO Button Using the LightLINE-OUT Socket Rear Folding Stand Reset ButtonWhat are Shortwave BANDS? What is SHORTWAVE?Introduction to Shortwave Introduction to Shortwave Simplified Shortwave Band ChartSome Basic Rules of Thumb Introduction to ShortwaveShortwave Antennas Shortwave Time StationsGetting Close to a Window Amateur Radio Shortwave Bands m=meters Introduction to Single Sideband SSBFinding Shortwave Antennas Aeronautical SW Frequency Ranges usually USBMaritime SW Frequency Ranges usually USB Shortwave Directories TroubleshootingReset Procedure Shortwave MagazinesTroubleshooting Warranty and Service Information ONE Year Limited Warranty Warranty and Service InformationWarranty and Service Information continue Etón Canada Etón CorporationEtón Europe/Lextronix Germany

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