Sangean SG-102 User manual

3A81WB0S50GB0
SG-102
GB
Operating instruction
AM / FM
Ultra-Rugged Compact Radio
AM / FM
Ultra-Rugged Compact Radio

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Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings
Follow all instructions
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves or other apparatus (including ampliers) that
produce heat.
Do not defect the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and
a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong
are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet – USA version only.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plug, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
Important Safety Instructions
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Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, Do not expose this
appliance to Rain or Moisture.
The Shock Hazard Marking and Associated Graphical Symbol
is provided on the bottom panel of unit.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects lled with liquids, shall be placed on the apparatus.
For outdoors use, to avoid electric shock, use battery only
during a raining day or the weather is wet.
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For United States:
Cautions to the user
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the users authority
to operate the equipment.
The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B Digital Device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference
to radio communication. However, there is no guaranty that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
−Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
−Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
−Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
−Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for
help.

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Controls
Volume Control
Tuning Control
FM antenna
LCD display
Power On / Off
Band Selection
Preset Station
Speaker
Battery Compartment
AC power cord storage
LCD Display
Band Indicator
Frequency
Preset Stations
Low Battery Indicator
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5
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10
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C
B
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Power the radio
1. Battery operation
Installing the batteries, rst turn battery cover xture anti-clockwise
to loosen and pull down the battery cover. Insert 4 x C size (UM-
2) battery into the compartment. Ensure the battery is inserted in
accordance with the diagram shown.
Close the battery cover and fasten the xture by turning clockwise.
If the radio is not to be used for any extended period of time, it is
recommended that the battery is removed from the radio.

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2. AC operation
Before you plug the AC power cord into the AC socket, be sure the
voltage is correct. If you have batteries in the radio and use the AC
power cord, the batteries will automatically be disconnected.
AC power storage is designed to store the cord when the radio is
not in use.
3. Operating the radio
This radio is equipped with two tuning methods – Manual tuning
and Memory presets recall.
Manual Tuning
1. Press the Power button to turn on the radio.
2. Select the required waveband by pressing the Band button.
3. Be sure to screw in the rubber FM antenna properly to get best
reception. For AM (MW) band, rotate the radio to get best signal.
4. Rotate the Tuning Control knob will change the frequency in the
following increments
FM: 50 or 100 kHz
MW (AM): 9 or 10 kHz
5. Rotate the Volume Control knob to get required sound level.
6. To turn off the radio, press the Power button. Display will show
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Memory presets recall
Storing stations in preset memories There are 5 memory presets
for each waveband.
1. Press the Power button to turn on the radio.
2. Tune to the required station using Tuning Control.
3. Press and hold down the required preset until the radio beeps.
The preset number will appear in the display and the station will
be stored under chosen preset button.
4. Repeat this procedure for the remaining presets.
5. Stations stored in preset memories can be overwritten by following
above procedures.
Recalling stations from preset memories
1. Press the Power button to turn on the radio.
2. Select the required waveband.
3. Momentarily press the required Preset button, the preset number
and station frequency will appear in the display.
Display backlight
When radio is switched on, press any button except Power button
will illuminate the LCD display for approx. 15 seconds.

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Setting tuning step
Tuning step in some countries are different from where you purchase
the radio. If you buy the radio in Europe and intend to use in
Northern America or some Latin American countries, you may have
to adjust tuning step so the radio may continue to serve you well.
1. When the radio is switched off, press and hold BAND button
3 seconds until software version 'PXX' shown on the display.
2. Continue pressing BAND button until FM tuning step option shown
on the display. Then rotate the Tuning control rotary to select
50 kHz or 100 kHz FM step. Press Band button to confirm the
selection. Now the display will show AM tuning step option.
3. Rotate the Tuning control rotary to select 9 kHz or 10 kHz AM step.
Press Band button to conrm the setting. Then the tuning step
setting is completed.
Clear the preset stations
Whenever is necessary, you can clear all the preset stations.
When radio is off, press Preset button 5 for more than 2 seconds
to clear all the preset stations. Radio will be reset to original factory
set status.

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Specications
Frequency Coverage:
FM 87.50 – 108 MHz
AM (MW) 520 – 1710 kHz (10 kHz)
522 – 1710 kHz (9 kHz)
AC Power:
AC 120V/60Hz/10W (USA)
AC 230V/50Hz/10W (Europe)
Batteries: 4 x UM-2 (C Size)
Output Power:
2 Watt 10% T.H.D. @ 100 Hz @ DC battery 6V
5 Watt 10% T.H.D. @ 100 Hz @ AC 230V or 110V