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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USE AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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Page 2: Unpacking
Name & address of dealer Unpacking The box should contain the CCRadio SW, the AC Adapter, (2) PAL Antenna Connectors, and this manual. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately. We recommend you keep the box in the unlikely event your radio will need servicing. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Unpacking ....................... 2 Quick Start ..................... 4 Radio Identification .................. 5-7 Front View ..................... 5 Side Views ..................... 6 Back View ....................7 Features and Operation Explained Introduction ..................8 Sleep Mode ..................... 8 Clock Set ..................10-11 Saving Stations to Memory .............. -
Page 4: Quick Start
Press the “DIAL SPEED FAST” button above the tuning knob. Use the “TUNING” knob to locate a station. Adjust “VOLUME” knob , “TREBLE” knob and “BASS” knob desired levels. For Button and Knob locations, see Radio Identification diagrams on pages 5-7. Page 4 CCRadio SW... -
Page 5: Radio Identification
LCD Display MEMORY SET or DIAL SPEED Selection SNOOZE Button • CLOCK SET VOLUME Control LIGHT Button ALARM BASS Control NOTE: The “•” next to a button description means “press and hold” for a second function. CCRadio SW Page 5... -
Page 6: Side Views
Radio Identification — Side Views Left Right Left View Right View LINE OUT Jacks KEY LIGHT Switch BATTERY SIZE Switch AM SENSITIVITY Switch DC POWER IN Jack FM/SW ANTENNA Switch Radio Handle Page 6 CCRadio SW... -
Page 7: Back View
SIZE D 1.5V Whip Antenna SIZE AA SIZE AA 1.5V 1.5V Battery Compartment AM IF OUTPUT AM EXTERNAL ANTENNA SIZE D SIZE D SIZE D 1.5V 1.5V 1.5V GROUND FM/SW EXTERNAL ANTENNA AM Tuning Step Switch CCRadio SW Page 7... -
Page 8: Features And Operation Explained
LOCAL or WORLD indicating which clock time is the default display time clock. Press and release this button and the alternate time clock will display its time for two seconds, along with the word LOCAL or WORLD. Page 8 CCRadio SW... - Page 9 See “CLOCK SET” (below) and “ALARM SET” (page 12) to set clock and alarm times. • HOUR The “ • HOUR ” button performs five functions: When the radio is “on”: CCRadio SW Page 9...
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Page 10: Clock Set
(page 10) to change the hour to 12/24 hour format. NOTE: Setting the “LOCAL” time clock also sets the “WORLD” time clock. Next to the “WORLD” clock you will see Time DIFF and a number displayed. If you set the “WORLD” time Page 10 CCRadio SW... -
Page 11: Saving Stations To Memory
Preset will begin flashing and the number will increment to the next number. The CCRadio SW is equipped with dual alarms and there are two different alar modes to choose from. You can choose to wake up to the radio or to a buzzer tone . -
Page 12: Battery Charging
Only use the supplied AC Adapter for charging batteries in this radio. Using a different AC Adapter could ruin your radio and it will void your war- ranty. Charging Rechargeable Batteries: Select the battery size you would like to charge by using the “BATTERY SIZE” switch Page 12 CCRadio SW... -
Page 13: Shortwave Band
60 Meters 17480 – 17900 16 Meters 5900 – 6200 49 Meters 18900 – 19020 15 Meters 7100 – 7450 41 Meters 21450 – 21850 13 Meters 9400 – 9900 31 Meters 25670 – 26100 11 Meters CCRadio SW Page 13... -
Page 14: Clock Set
KHz off of the frequency you would expect. It is also good for tuning away from a strong offending station that is next to the station you want on the dial. Page 14 CCRadio SW... -
Page 15: Am Rf Gain
To turn the treble up, rotate the “TREBLE” knob clockwise. AM RF GAIN KNOB The “AM RF GAIN” control is used to: 1) Reduce overload from an overly strong nearby station. If you have background CCRadio SW Page 15... - Page 16 AM. If you experience overlapping stations or back- ground noise, try setting the switch to “NARROW”. When tuning FM stations, set the switch to “STEREO” only when you are listening with headphones. The word will be displayed when a stereo signal is received. Page 16 CCRadio SW...
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Page 17: Lcd Display
Press and release “LIGHT” bar to turn the LCD display light on for eight seconds. If you want the display light to remain on, press and hold the “LIGHT” bar for 2 seconds or more. Press and release the “LIGHT” button again to turn the LCD display light off. CCRadio SW Page 17... -
Page 18: Audio Line Out
LCD display. If batteries are installed and the AC Adapter is plugged in, the icon will be replaced by the Adapter icon . If power to the AC Adapter is cut off, the radio will automatically switch to batteries and the will again reappear in the display. Page 18 CCRadio SW... - Page 19 . For best reception, different types of anten- nas are used for FM and SW. For FM we recommend beginning with C. Crane’s FM Reflect Antenna. SW can be greatly improved with the addition of a simple antenna. A small diameter stranded wire, about 60 feet in length is a good place to start.
- Page 20 SW format called DRM. You can use the CCRadio SW to tune in these digital broad- casts and input them into your computer for deciphering. You can search the internet for free utility programs to decode these broadcasts.
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Page 21: Am If Output
Narrow > 60 db (1000x) 55.845 MHz 1st IF 455 kHz 2nd IF MEMORY PRESETS 50 Total (10 Per Band) AM IF OUTPUT For expansion of CW, SSB, DRM, SSTV, etc. Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. CCRadio SW Page 21... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide
2. Rotate the radio for the best reception. 3. Concrete, brick, and metal buildings can greatly reduce radio reception. Try the radio out- side. If the reception is improved, add an external AM antenna like C. Crane’s Twin Coil Ferrite AM Antenna or see feature on page 20. -
Page 23: Safety Instructions
If you smell or notice smoke, disconnect the AC adapter and remove the batteries immediately taking care to avoid burns. Contact C. Crane Company or their representative for inspection and service before any future operation. Only use the AC adapter supplied with the unit and replace it if wires become frayed or exposed. - Page 24 Model: CCRadio ANSI C63.4: 2003 THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS. 1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND 2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.