Midland ER310 E+READY Emergency Crank Weather Radio
The Midland ER310 Emergency Crank Radio keeps you in the know when it comes to severe weather. In addition to digital AM and FM, it features a weather band with NOAA Weather Alert Radio capabilities.
- Weather alerts sound when emergency warnings are issued by official emergency management personnel in your local area
- Efficient and compact radio has a built-in flashlight with SOS and strobe functions to signal for help in an emergency
- Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries provide up to 32 hrs. of continuous use; rechargeable battery power can be replenished by the built-in solar panel and ergonomic hand crank
- Also runs on 6 AA batteries (not included) as a backup power option
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View all Midland Weather Radios| Best Use | Emergency Preparedness |
|---|---|
| Analog or Digital | Digital |
| Power Source(s) | Battery / Solar / Hand Crank |
| Rechargeability | Rechargeable |
| Dimensions | 8 x 3.4 x 2.4 inches |
| Weight | Unavailable |
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Perfectly adequate product
I like it for at home use, it sits in a window trickle charging in case it is needed. Good FM and emergency reception. However it likes to randomly alert in the middle of the night and I am not sure why.
A great energy conserver and clear as a bell!
This has it all, but shortwave & video, but, I docked 1 star for 1 silly shortcoming. The antenna has no swivel. It extends fixed, straight out of the radio's length and although seemingly durable, could break off with rough handling aside from making it cumbersome on my van's dash. But, All the bands are clear and tune great! The battery charges quickly and lasts and lasts. The WV alert lasted 3 full days and probably another 2, but I decided to recharge until the battery gets broken in. There is a smaller version of this that's more comfortable in the hand, but the battery is smaller (& no dog whistle) AND I'd probably prefer it for back-packing.
good options for weather emergencies & road trips
I looked at other products and selected this one because of the multiple charging options, the portable size, the SOS and dog whistle options, the quality and good reviews, the digital tuner, and especially the NOAA weather alerts. I like that the ports are covered by a rubber seal. My product's antenna does have a swivel feature. One reviewer said it didn't, but perhaps he didn't pull the antenna all the way out to see it. This radio does what we need for emergencies, and I carry it in the car on road trips.
Lasted only 14 months
I have used this radio daily in my vehicle. It was fine while it worked, but the first thing to break was the antenna at around six months of use. Now a little over a year the USB charging port no longer works. The solar panel is worthless for charging, as well as the crank if you use it as a regular radio. I won't use AAs, so this thing is now a paperweight. Also, what's up with the dog whistle? No dog I've ever used it around notices anything. I wish that I could use a regular weather radio instead of my phone, but cheap junk like this doesn't last.
Expensive, but poor quality.
After looking at online reviews I decided to pay more for this radio then risk getting a budget emergency radio. I live in earthquake country, and wanted something I could depend on in an emergency. Unfortunately the Midland ER300 proved an expensive mistake. After about a year and a half of ownership, during which it sat on a shelf indoors with occasional use, it's no longer functioning. 1. It will no longer charge via solar cell. 2. It will no longer charge via hand crank. 3. There is no way to turn off the ultrasonic "dog whistle." Just to be clear I checked Midland's online instructions to confirm this, following their instructions, and was unable to turn it of, the dog icon on the display indicates it's always on. It's not a difficult task to build a durable, long lasting transistor radio. The Midland ER300 looks the part, but ultimately was not up to the task. For the price you could get two or three budget emergency radios with the same features.
Great addition to any emergency preparedness kit
This unit is great! The included lithium ion battery can be charged via the included micro usb cable through the wall outlet, or by hand cranking, and even solar! It can also run on six AA batteries(not included). I was surprised at the reception out in the woods for AM and FM, even the NOAA broadcasts came through nicely during a wind/rainstorm on the coast and a thunderstorm in the back country. This unit also has a bright flashlight and a headphone jack. It is made well, not cheesy and light like some of the other brands. Made by the number one name in radios today.
Useful for the backcountry
As a ranger for The Dyrt, I get to test out products in the field and found this radio be pretty handy in the backcountry. I liked that I was able to set alerts for incoming severe weather which eliminated the need to constantly scan the radio for updates or search for cell reception in order to access the weather. I found the reception and audio quality to be pretty good while using the device out in the backcountry. Of note, I didn't have the volume much louder than level 10. I had the radio playing for essentially 2 days straight without needing to recharge the device, which is particularly helpful when you do not have access to electricity. My two primary critiques of the device are concerning the initial start up of the radio and the design of the power button. It is unclear what steps needed to be taken in order to get the radio started when you first receive it. After some fiddling with the device, I discovered that it is necessary to open up the battery compartment, remove the lithium ion battery and then plug in the lithium ion battery. The radio itself does not come with any instructions that explain this, however, on the product page on Midland's website, there is a link clearly labeled "ER310 Battery Installation Instructions". My next critique is that there is not a button protector for the power button and in a fully packed backpack, the radio is susceptible to randomly turning on and off at times. You could maybe avoid this by hooking the radio by its handle on the outside of the pack. Notable specs: at 2.95” x 6.85” x 9.61”, the radio is approximately the size of a loaf a bread. It takes up approximately 3.2 L of space which is roughly 5% of a 65 L pack. I like to economize my pack weight and space as much as possible so I am not sure if I will take this out on every trip moving forward but certainly on the trips where the weather is uncertain.
I remember Midland radios from back in the hay-day of CB’s, the 1970s. Always good quality and a good signal. I am a licensed Ham Radio Operator today and I am still impressed by the quality of workmanship and quality of signal. The ER-310 has many great features but one stands out for me; Other “emergency crank radios” can only be charged by solar or crank… both taking a long time. The ER-310 can also be charged with an included USB cable. This makes re-charging SO MUCH EASIER. I have bought 4 radios now; for myself and other Ham Radio friends. They all enjoy and appreciate these fine radios. Especially during Hurricane Season here in FLorida.
Rechargeable battery
Only used it once in 2 years and now doesn't work. I recharge every 3 months to make sure it is fully charged if needed. Just went to recharge and battery does not hold a charge. Tried to find a replacement battery and could not find one (this battery uses a "pigtail" connection which makes it unique. Called Midland, message says telephone is turned off???
Can’t get weather channel in Truckee
Researched channel assigned to this area and all I get is static. Tried the other six designated weather frequencies but none worked. I am in Truckee but this is an area where we really need access to weather channel. Read complete directions. Tried inside and outside with antenna fully extended. Oh well. Disappointed. Will be returning.