Eton G5 operation manual Troubleshooting

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G5 OPERATION MANUAL

17TROUBLESHOOTING

RESET PROCEDURE

Perform a reset if the solutions outlined below don’t resolve the issue. The RESET button (3) is the small hole on the front right of the G5. To perform a reset, assure that fresh batteries are in the G5 or power it with its AC adapter.Turn the G5 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 G5’s 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 ABRUPTLYWHILE PLAYING DURING BATTERY USE

This is caused by depleted batteries. Replace them.

SHUTS OFF ABRUPTLYWHILE BEING MOVED DURING AC ADAPTER USE

This is usually caused by a broken wire or loose connection in the AC adapter’s cord or if the AC adapter’s plug-tip is of the wrong diameter.

OPERATES ERRATICALLY

Perform a RESET,as described in the section titled RESET PROCEDURE.

TROUBLESHOOTING continued

STATIONSARE 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.

ASTATION 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 don’t throw them away. Damage caused by battery acid leakage is not covered under warranty.

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Contents ER ATI on M a NU AL Do YOU Need HELP? Contact Us Features What the G5 IncludesDiagrams Number Button Alarm Meter Band AM Band Left SideMore Important Battery USE Information Installing BatteriesBattery Strength Indicator Getting StartedBattery Charging Time Chart Important AC ADAPTER/CHARGER Information and PrecautionsCharging NI-MH Batteries in the G5 Using the Sleep Timer Feature Battery Charging Notes and CautionsBefore Using the G5 Basic Radio OperationUsing the DX/LOCAL Switch Using the Lock FeatureVolume Control Basic Radio OperationTuning Knob Setting UP AM and FM Outside of North AmericaTuning in Stations Listening in FM StereoDirect Frequency Entry AUTO-SCAN TuningShortwave with the G5 G5 Shortwave Coverage and Tuning Suggestions G5 AUTO-TUNING ChartSignal Strength Indicator Clock and Alarm FeaturesUsing the G5’S SSB Single Side Band Feature Setting the ClockSetting the Alarms 1 Through 4 Clock and Alarm FeaturesSetting the Clock and Weekday Time Zone Abbreviation ListStoring Stations Into Memory ACTIVATING/DEACTIVATINGTHE AlarmsWorking with Memory Labeling Memory PagesWorking with Memory Deleting ALL Memory Contents Using the LightUsing the External Shortwave Antenna Socket Using the ATS Memory FeatureReset Button MUSIC/WIDE and NEWS/NARROW SwitchEarphone Socket 47 and Using Earphones LINE-OUT SocketIntroduction to Shortwave What is SHORTWAVE?Introduction to Shortwave What are Shortwave BANDS?Some Basic Rules of Thumb Simplified Shortwave Band ChartShortwave Time Stations Introduction to Single Sideband SSB Getting Close to a WindowShortwave Antennas Amateur Radio Shortwave Bands M=METERSFinding Shortwave Antennas Maritime SW Frequency Ranges Usually USBShortwave SSB Weather Frequencies and Weather FAX Shortwave MagazinesTroubleshooting TroubleshootingService Information Service InformationONE Year Limited Warranty Service Information Etón Corporation
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