Etón FR600

The Eton FR600 self-powered shortwave radio

The Etón FR600 is a self-powered digital AM/FM/SW/NOAA, S.A.M.E. weather radio with flashlight, siren, solar power and cell phone charger.

Specs:

  • Digital tuner with AM (520-1700 KHz), FM (88-108 MHz),
  • Shortwave (5800-12200 KHz)
  • NOAA weather with alert – all 7 channels plus “Alert”
  • S.A.M.E. Technology (location based weather alerts)
  • Digital tuner with AM, FM, WB, SW bands and RDS display
  • Digital display – easy to read, large, green LED illuminated backlit
  • Digital clock function: 12-hour clock with alarm function, snooze, and sleep timer
  • Can be powered from four different sources:
    • Dynamo/hand crank which charges the Ni-MH battery
    • From 3 AA batteries (not included)
    • From the AC via USB adapter (not included)
    • Solar power which charges Ni-MH battery
  • Built-in four white LED, one red LED lights with magnifying lens for brighter, more powerful light source
  • Emergency siren/flashing beacon
  • USB cell phone charger (USB cable not included)
  • Rotary all band selector knob
  • Connectors, with rubber gaskets/plugs to seal out moisture, 3.5 mm headphone output, DC-in, USB phone charger and AUX-IN input
  • Telescopic antenna provided for maximum range and reception
  • Power source: built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack;
  • 3 AA batteries (not included); AC adapter (not included); solar power

Resources:

  • Manufacturer’s Product Page – Eton FR600
  • Reviews:
  • Retailers:
    • Universal Radio
    • REI
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