digi-tech AR1944 User manual

Solar Emergency
Handcrank Radio
with LED Light, SOS Siren & 3.5mm Earphone Jacks
AR1944
Model:
Instruction Manual

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PACKAGE CONTENTS:
RADIO OPERATION:
• AM/FM Radio
• Micro USB Charging Cable
• Wrist Strap
• Instruction Manual
TUNING
Rotate the tuning knob to select your frequency. The tuning indicator will light up
when a strong signal is found.
VOL +/VOL-
Rotate the VOL+/VOL- knob to adjust the volume.
LIGHT ON/OFF/SOS
Adjust the LIGHT ON/OFF/SOS button to turn the LIGHT ON & OFF. Switch to SOS
to emit an emergency alarm.
OFF/FM/AM
Select OFF/FM/AM with the BAND selector to turn off your radio. Select your desired
band. Extend the antenna to get a better signal.
LED READING LAMP
Pull the solar panel up at a 90º angle to activate the reading light.

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POWER YOUR RADIO:
Before you power your radio, make sure to read the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
SOLAR POWER
• Position the radio in direct sunlight to ensure that the solar panel receives
adequate exposure.
• Do not leave your radio in a hot area for extended periods, such as a hot car.
• Turn off the radio when charging.
LI-ION/AA
DC IN 5V
USB OUT 5V
Earphone Jack
Hand Crank 3 x AA Battery Slot

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DC IN 5V CHARGING
• To charge the radio, insert the supplied USB cable into a USB power source.
Insert the Micro USB connector located under the rubber seal.
• The charging indicator will flash red as the battery charges. It takes 2.5 hours for
the internal 18650 2500mAh LI-ION battery to be fully charged.
• When fully charged, the battery will provide 11-12 hours of radio play (depending
on sound level), 41 hours of flash light use, or 48 hours of reading lamp use.
HAND CRANK
• Unfold the radio’s handle from the back and rotate it in either direction.
• Turn the hand crank for 5 minutes to activate the internal battery for initial use.
• Five minutes of winding results in 15-20 minutes of radio play (at maximum
volume), 2 hours of reading lamp use, and 1.4 hours of flashlight use.
3 x AA BATTERY
• This radio can also be powered by three
AA batteries (not included).
• Remove the battery compartment cover
and insert three AA batteries.
• Replace the battery compartment cover
and switch the radio battery switch to
the ‘AA’ position to turn the radio on.
• If you want to store your radio for
extended periods, please be sure to
remove the batteries to avoid corrosion
damage.

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EXTERNAL DEVICE CHARGING
• Select the “LI-ION” position on the side panel, as shown in the diagram below.
• Insert the USB cable into the ‘USB out’ port to connect your devices to charge.
• You can charge USB devices with three AA batteries. You can also use the
dynamo function and crank at 130-150 RPM.
Note:
• This feature is only for charging USB devices during emergency situations. Do
not use it regularly as a power bank.
• The supplied charging cable is only for charging the radio from a USB power
source or charging device that accepts Micro-USB.
LI-ION/AA
USB OUT 5V

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SPECIFICATION:
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
Product Name AM/FM Dynamo Hand Crank Radio With SOS/Torch/Reading
lamp/Phone Charger/Solar Panel
Color Yellow
Material ABS Plastic
AM 520-1620KHz
FM 87-108MHz
Power Source/
Charging options
Solar Panel/Hand Crank/2500MAh rechargeable battery/
backup 3 x AA Battery (not included)
Features Solar Panel/ Built-in speakers/SOS/High-sensitivity
Antenna/Earphone jack/USB out 5V/DC in 5V/Torch 1W/
Reading Lamp 2W/Hand Crank/Hand strap
Dimensions 15.5 x 4.2 x 9.4cm
Weight 364g
• Dropping this radio can cause injury or damage. The unit will not resist strong
impact or contact with corrosive liquids.
• This radio is not waterproof, only water-resistant to an extent. Keep the unit dry,
as moisture and liquids can cause damage.
• Wind the crank for 3-5 minutes before using it to activate and keep the internal
battery healthy.

Distributed by:
Electus Distribution Pty Ltd
46 Eastern Creek Dr,
Eastern Creek NSW 2766 Australia
Ph 1300 738 555
Int’l [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.electusdistribution.com.au
Made in China