Eton FR400 Crank Emergency Radio AM FM NOAA & CHARGE CELLPHONE
Product Description
THIS ITEM SHIPS FREE!
This listing is for the Eton FR400 radio. This is the no-nonsense camouflage version that lets everyone know that this thing is for SURVIVAL! This is brand new and sealed, never used, NOT REFURBISHED.
This ships from an authorized Eton dealer so you get the 1 year warranty.
The Eton FR400 Self-Powered Water-Resistant AM/FM Radio with NOAA and TV-VHF (Defender) lets you weather any storm with both safety and style. The Eton FR400 is a rugged, all-in-one emergency radio that has been built to withstand most any environment, and provides you with both entertainment functions and life-saving features at the same time.
The Eton FR400 is extremely versatile, and can be powered by up to four different sources, including: the included AC adapter, three AA batteries (not included), the built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery which can be recharged from the AC adapter or by hand, and the dynamo hand crank which not only can recharge the built-in battery but provides power even when no battery is installed. This unit provides you with FM radio reception via a built-in telescoping antenna, and AM reception via an internal ferrite bar. What's more, the FR400 features receives all seven NOAA weather channels plus an Alert function, and even picks up TV1, TV2, and VHF channels 2-13 so you can listen to your favorite television programs without a TV.
Housed within its weather-resistant body, the Eton FR400 includes a two white-LED light source, and a flashing red-LED light source, as well as an emergency siren so that you can not only find what you are looking for, but others can easily find you. As an added convenience, this unit features a 3.5-millimeter earphone jack, a fine-tuning control knob super-imposed on the main tuning control knob for achieving the maximum in station clarity, and a built-in cell-phone charger with a 3.5-millimeter output jack and multiple adapter tips for charging select models of Motorola, Nokia, Samsung, and Sony Ericsson phones. This Eton FR400 comes in a green camouflage pattern so it won't draw unnecessary attention when its not in use, weighs only 1.5 pounds, and measures 8.6 x 4.5 x 2 inches (W x H x D). What's in the Box Eton FR400 self-powered radio in green camouflage, preparedness guide, protective pouch, cell phone adapter tips, AC adapter, and owner's manual. Product Features and Technical Details Product Features
* Receives AM, FM, all 7 NOAA channels with Alert function, TV1, TV2, and VHF channels 2 through 13 * Can be powered by AC, 3 AA batteries, internal rechargeable Ni-MH battery, or hand crank even without a battery * Built-in 2 white LED light source and 1 flashing red LED light source * Includes an emergency siren, and a built-in cell phone charger with multiple adapter tips * Weather-resistant body is in green camo, weighs 1.5 pounds, and measures 8.6 x 4.5 x 2 inches (W x H x D)
Technical Details
* Model Number: FR400 * Tuner: AM, FM, NOAA weather (7 channels and Alert function), TV1, TV2 (VHF channels 2 to 13) * Emergency siren: Yes * Built-in flash light: 2 x Built-in white LED, 1 x flashing red LED * Built-in cell-phone charger: Yes * Cell phone compatibility: Motorola, Nokia, Samsung, Sony Ericsson (selected models) * Headphone connector: 3.5-millimeter mini jack * Cell phone charger connector: 3.5-millimeter mini jack * Antenna: FM: built-in: telescopic antenna; AM: internal ferrite bar antenna * Power supply: Built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack; 3 x AA batteries (not included); crank power; AC adapter (included) * Water-resistant: Yes * Color: Camouflage * Dimensions: 4.5 x 8.6 x 2.0 inches / 11.4 x 22.0 x 5.0 centimeters (W x H x D) * Weight: 1 pound 8 ounces / 505 grams * Warranty: 1-year warranty * What's in the Box: FR400 emergency radio, AC adapter, owner’s manual, preparedness guide, protective pouch, cell phone adapter tips
Below are some positive customer reviews I found for this product on the internet:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Weather Radio. It works Great
After noting some less than satisfactory reviews by others on similar Eaton products , I decided to go ahead and buy this product. I found that the FR400 meets all my criteria in a weather radio. First, the crank system covers our communications need should we have an extended power outage.This past week, over 100,000 people were without power in our area. The crank generating system works excellent. It actually works easier than I thought that it would. I also find the Alert function very important. You simple turn a Selector Knob to Alert, and when the National Weather Service issues an alert, the radio comes on automatically. This alert gives you advance warning of dangerous weather, and can save your life in case a tornado is about to happen near you.It also warns you of other bad weather conditions such as extreme straight line winds and hail. Flood Warnings are also covered in these alerts.
Yes we have tornado sirens for impending tornados. Since we have satellite TV reception, we usually lose our TV signal just as the bad storms get close to us. With the FR400, we easily can slide the selection bar and tune in any of several TV stations, and pick up the sound portion of the broadcast. We can also access our local FM and AM radio channels.The reception is excellent on both AM and FM bands. I have mine set to Channel ll the CBS TV affiliate in Dallas/Fort Worth. The tuning bar reads TV2. Channel 5, a lower number would be set on TV1. We consider this product an excellent value, and recommend this model due to the included AC Adapter. The included cell phone adapters fit both my wife's cell phone and my own. Hers is an ancient Motorola and mine is a recent LG. There are excellent set up instructions should you need them from the Eton website. It's actually very simple to set up. Lights, Sirens, Radio, Crank and Auto settings are clearly marked. Dialing is no problem, and the TV and Weather Service reception is excellent. This product has it all, and is a must for having a dependable weather warning or disaster communication radio.
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A rugged and proven emergency radio...
To start with, we received the Eton FR400 Emergency Radio as a gift a few years ago. The antenna had been snapped off (as can happen with any radio of this type), but a quick visit to Eton's website and a replacement was quickly obtained, which is far better customer service than many of its competitors.
Simply put, this radio does everything that's expected. Had occasion to use it earlier this year when we had a power outage that lasted for a little more than 24 hours, and cranking the generator for about 90 seconds resulted in use for about an hour. Haven't had occasion to use its noisy emergency siren or its 1 flashing red LED emergency light, but its 2 white LED flashlight is handy, though one might wish for more light.
When it comes to radio reception, have had occasion to use all of its AM/FM/NOAA/TV1/TV2 (VHF channels 2-13) bands, and reception has been just fine. Have used it on the NOAA weather bands, and the alert function for emergency broadcasts works as expected. Should also mention that the radio is sturdy but very light weight, and only 1 lb 4 oz.
This sturdy emergency radio might not be "waterproof" in the classic sense, but it easily qualifies as an all-weather emergency radio, though I would recommend this only under battery power, and not with an AC adapter!
For those who want to use it as an emergency cell phone charger, check the documentation that came with your radio. You should find instructions on how to obtain the proper tip for your cell phone, or you can contact the company at etoncorp.com and you'll find the directions online... it's that easy. You'll find replacement parts there as well, including NiMH 3.6V rechargeable battery packs (like I need to order) and such.
As far as ruggedness, usability, quality and reception go, this is a 5-star product.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Little powerhouse
Since we haven't yet had a real emergency, I can't speak to its use in that capacity, but this little box of energy does everything it claims to do. Use the hand crank, and the flashlight and radio work beautifully. In fact, the sound from the radio is clear and loud. I have other Eton products, and they are small compact wonders, in my opinion. You really don't need an emergency to enjoy them, but think how useful they will be when one occurs.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good Radio
This unit provides exactly what I wanted in case of an emergency. When the power goes out, it provides communication with the outside world so that we can learn what is going on. The weather alert went off the second day I had it due to a flood warning. There are many more expensive units available, and cheaper ones, also, but this is just what someone needs to see them through a short time of emergency.
THIS ITEM SHIPS FREE!
This listing is for the Eton FR400 radio. This is the no-nonsense camouflage version that lets everyone know that this thing is for SURVIVAL! This is brand new and sealed, never used, NOT REFURBISHED.
This ships from an authorized Eton dealer so you get the 1 year warranty.
The Eton FR400 Self-Powered Water-Resistant AM/FM Radio with NOAA and TV-VHF (Defender) lets you weather any storm with both safety and style. The Eton FR400 is a rugged, all-in-one emergency radio that has been built to withstand most any environment, and provides you with both entertainment functions and life-saving features at the same time.
The Eton FR400 is extremely versatile, and can be powered by up to four different sources, including: the included AC adapter, three AA batteries (not included), the built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery which can be recharged from the AC adapter or by hand, and the dynamo hand crank which not only can recharge the built-in battery but provides power even when no battery is installed. This unit provides you with FM radio reception via a built-in telescoping antenna, and AM reception via an internal ferrite bar. What's more, the FR400 features receives all seven NOAA weather channels plus an Alert function, and even picks up TV1, TV2, and VHF channels 2-13 so you can listen to your favorite television programs without a TV.
Housed within its weather-resistant body, the Eton FR400 includes a two white-LED light source, and a flashing red-LED light source, as well as an emergency siren so that you can not only find what you are looking for, but others can easily find you. As an added convenience, this unit features a 3.5-millimeter earphone jack, a fine-tuning control knob super-imposed on the main tuning control knob for achieving the maximum in station clarity, and a built-in cell-phone charger with a 3.5-millimeter output jack and multiple adapter tips for charging select models of Motorola, Nokia, Samsung, and Sony Ericsson phones. This Eton FR400 comes in a green camouflage pattern so it won't draw unnecessary attention when its not in use, weighs only 1.5 pounds, and measures 8.6 x 4.5 x 2 inches (W x H x D). What's in the Box Eton FR400 self-powered radio in green camouflage, preparedness guide, protective pouch, cell phone adapter tips, AC adapter, and owner's manual. Product Features and Technical Details Product Features
* Receives AM, FM, all 7 NOAA channels with Alert function, TV1, TV2, and VHF channels 2 through 13 * Can be powered by AC, 3 AA batteries, internal rechargeable Ni-MH battery, or hand crank even without a battery * Built-in 2 white LED light source and 1 flashing red LED light source * Includes an emergency siren, and a built-in cell phone charger with multiple adapter tips * Weather-resistant body is in green camo, weighs 1.5 pounds, and measures 8.6 x 4.5 x 2 inches (W x H x D)
Technical Details
* Model Number: FR400 * Tuner: AM, FM, NOAA weather (7 channels and Alert function), TV1, TV2 (VHF channels 2 to 13) * Emergency siren: Yes * Built-in flash light: 2 x Built-in white LED, 1 x flashing red LED * Built-in cell-phone charger: Yes * Cell phone compatibility: Motorola, Nokia, Samsung, Sony Ericsson (selected models) * Headphone connector: 3.5-millimeter mini jack * Cell phone charger connector: 3.5-millimeter mini jack * Antenna: FM: built-in: telescopic antenna; AM: internal ferrite bar antenna * Power supply: Built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack; 3 x AA batteries (not included); crank power; AC adapter (included) * Water-resistant: Yes * Color: Camouflage * Dimensions: 4.5 x 8.6 x 2.0 inches / 11.4 x 22.0 x 5.0 centimeters (W x H x D) * Weight: 1 pound 8 ounces / 505 grams * Warranty: 1-year warranty * What's in the Box: FR400 emergency radio, AC adapter, owner’s manual, preparedness guide, protective pouch, cell phone adapter tips
Below are some positive customer reviews I found for this product on the internet:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Weather Radio. It works Great
After noting some less than satisfactory reviews by others on similar Eaton products , I decided to go ahead and buy this product. I found that the FR400 meets all my criteria in a weather radio. First, the crank system covers our communications need should we have an extended power outage.This past week, over 100,000 people were without power in our area. The crank generating system works excellent. It actually works easier than I thought that it would. I also find the Alert function very important. You simple turn a Selector Knob to Alert, and when the National Weather Service issues an alert, the radio comes on automatically. This alert gives you advance warning of dangerous weather, and can save your life in case a tornado is about to happen near you.It also warns you of other bad weather conditions such as extreme straight line winds and hail. Flood Warnings are also covered in these alerts.
Yes we have tornado sirens for impending tornados. Since we have satellite TV reception, we usually lose our TV signal just as the bad storms get close to us. With the FR400, we easily can slide the selection bar and tune in any of several TV stations, and pick up the sound portion of the broadcast. We can also access our local FM and AM radio channels.The reception is excellent on both AM and FM bands. I have mine set to Channel ll the CBS TV affiliate in Dallas/Fort Worth. The tuning bar reads TV2. Channel 5, a lower number would be set on TV1. We consider this product an excellent value, and recommend this model due to the included AC Adapter. The included cell phone adapters fit both my wife's cell phone and my own. Hers is an ancient Motorola and mine is a recent LG. There are excellent set up instructions should you need them from the Eton website. It's actually very simple to set up. Lights, Sirens, Radio, Crank and Auto settings are clearly marked. Dialing is no problem, and the TV and Weather Service reception is excellent. This product has it all, and is a must for having a dependable weather warning or disaster communication radio.
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A rugged and proven emergency radio...
To start with, we received the Eton FR400 Emergency Radio as a gift a few years ago. The antenna had been snapped off (as can happen with any radio of this type), but a quick visit to Eton's website and a replacement was quickly obtained, which is far better customer service than many of its competitors.
Simply put, this radio does everything that's expected. Had occasion to use it earlier this year when we had a power outage that lasted for a little more than 24 hours, and cranking the generator for about 90 seconds resulted in use for about an hour. Haven't had occasion to use its noisy emergency siren or its 1 flashing red LED emergency light, but its 2 white LED flashlight is handy, though one might wish for more light.
When it comes to radio reception, have had occasion to use all of its AM/FM/NOAA/TV1/TV2 (VHF channels 2-13) bands, and reception has been just fine. Have used it on the NOAA weather bands, and the alert function for emergency broadcasts works as expected. Should also mention that the radio is sturdy but very light weight, and only 1 lb 4 oz.
This sturdy emergency radio might not be "waterproof" in the classic sense, but it easily qualifies as an all-weather emergency radio, though I would recommend this only under battery power, and not with an AC adapter!
For those who want to use it as an emergency cell phone charger, check the documentation that came with your radio. You should find instructions on how to obtain the proper tip for your cell phone, or you can contact the company at etoncorp.com and you'll find the directions online... it's that easy. You'll find replacement parts there as well, including NiMH 3.6V rechargeable battery packs (like I need to order) and such.
As far as ruggedness, usability, quality and reception go, this is a 5-star product.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Little powerhouse
Since we haven't yet had a real emergency, I can't speak to its use in that capacity, but this little box of energy does everything it claims to do. Use the hand crank, and the flashlight and radio work beautifully. In fact, the sound from the radio is clear and loud. I have other Eton products, and they are small compact wonders, in my opinion. You really don't need an emergency to enjoy them, but think how useful they will be when one occurs.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good Radio
This unit provides exactly what I wanted in case of an emergency. When the power goes out, it provides communication with the outside world so that we can learn what is going on. The weather alert went off the second day I had it due to a flood warning. There are many more expensive units available, and cheaper ones, also, but this is just what someone needs to see them through a short time of emergency.
THIS ITEM SHIPS FREE!
