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Eton FR500 Solarlink Radio - '09 Overstock
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Eton FR500 Solarlink Radio - '09 Overstock

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The Eton FR500 Solarlink radio with 5 power options to choose from lets you tune in to broadcasts, charge cell phones and MP3 players, and light your way in just about any location and situation.

  • Solar power option keeps the FR500 ready for camping, road trips and power outages
  • Hand crank power option lets you power the unit by muscle at night and when stored away from sunlight
  • Charger breathes life into most brands of cell phone batteries and MP3 players
  • Internal rechargeable NiMH battery pack stores power generated from solar panel, hand crank or AC adapter, not included
  • In addition to solar power, hand-crank power, rechargeable battery power and optional AC power, unit can also be powered from 3 AA batteries, sold separately
  • Tunes in all 7 NOAA weather radio channels and features an ''Alert'' function to keep you abreast of significant weather changes
  • Also picks up AM, FM and shortwave (6000-12100 KHz)
  • Telescoping antenna picks up FM, NOAA and shortwave reception; internal antenna receives AM broadcasts
  • Tuning knob and digital display offer smooth dialing to zero in on finicky signals; full-range monophonic front speaker delivers clear sound reproduction
  • 5 LED lights (4 white, 1 red) on side provide emergency lighting and feature a flash mode for use as an emergency beacon
  • Emergency siren provides audible distress call
  • 12-hr. digital clock has alarm, snooze and sleep timer
  • Jacks for headphones, cell phone/MP3 charger and DC-in have rubber gaskets to help seal out moisture
  • Includes owner's manual, USB charging cord and mail-in card for cell phone adapter piece
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Eton FR500 Solarlink Radio - '09 Overstock Specs

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Weight1.9 pounds
Dimensions8.5 x 7.75 x 2.5 inches

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10

2009

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

 
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Bad quality is never a bargin

By Midwest Sojourner

from Iowa city, IA

About Me Frequent Traveler, Student

Site Member

Pros

    Cons

    • Flimsy

    Best Uses

      Comments about Eton FR500 Solarlink Radio - '09 Overstock:

      I went through two of these radios. I was never able to charge the battery using either the solar panel or crank. I was never able to get shortwave, AM, or FM. While the weatherbands lit up I was not able to get a signal. Simply put: I wanted a radio with these features but I don't have time to keep hunting for one of these that works.

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      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

      (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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      (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

       
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      Defective, Poor Construction

      By Kyle53719

      from Madison, WI

      About Me Practical

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Flimsy
      • Poor Sound Quality
      • Short Battery Life

      Best Uses

        Comments about Eton FR500 Solarlink Radio - '09 Overstock:

        The build quality of the radio is good, although it is worth mentioning that it is not weather proof. The internal rechargeable battery does not hold a charge, either by charging it via an outlet, solar, or hand crank. I charged the battery via outlet for 3 days, and left it unplugged for less than 12 hours before the radio died. This might be due to a defective battery,[...] Additionally, the reception on the radio is variable. You get great reception outdoors, but the quality diminishes once indoors. Overall, I would suggest looking at a different weather radio.

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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