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Eton E10 AM/FM Shortwave Radio | 
| Brand: Eton
Category: CE
List Price: $179.99
Buy Refurbished: $79.95
You Save: $100.04 (56%)
New (1) Refurbished (2) from $79.95
Rating:  17 reviews
Sales Rank: 23354
Color: Gun Metal Grey
Media: Electronics
Batteries: 4
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.9
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 1.3 x 4.5
MPN: E10
Model: E10
UPC: 750254712036
EAN: 0750254712036
ASIN: B0006G0IHI
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: Manufacturer quality reconditioned to new in original retail box with 90-day warranty, superb sound, includes all accessories, a must buy!!!
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| Features:
| • | Very compact, full-featured digital shortwave radio | | • | Bright, backlit LCD screen; independent fine-tuning control knob and calibrated signal meter | | • | Tunes AM/FM and shortwave signals | | • | Auto-scan function; 550 programmable station memories | | • | Digital alarm clock with sleep timer |
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Product Description
BThis product has been Factory Refurbished to perform as if it were new./B Tune in the world amd listen - virtually anywhere. The Eton E10 is the a portable digital radio covering AM, FM and shortwave. The AM band may be tuned in 9 or 10 kHz steps and shortwave in 1 or 5 kHz steps. Getting around the bands is easy with: manual tuning, keypad entry, scanning or direct frequency entry. You can store up to 550 of your favorite stations or use the ATS (Auto tuning system) for automatic memory storage of AM and FM stations. Manual tuning my be set for slow or fast rate. The built in 24 hour clock has two turn-on timers and a sleep function. FM stereo is provided to the earphone jack and stereo or mono my be switch selected. There is also a Hi/Low tone control. Other refinements include: backlit LCD, Wide/Narrow bandwidth, External SW/FM antenna jack and flip stand. CLick here to view radio side panels. The Eton E10 also provides two very special features. The first is called IF SET. This shifts the radio's Intermediate Frequency to minimize interference during shortwave reception. The second new feature is Antenna Trim. Rotating the antenna trimmer allows the efficient "matching" of the antenna to the radio. These two features were previously only available in advanced table top shortwave radios. The controls are easy to operate. The E10 may be system programmed to personal preferences and geographic location. 7.5 x 4.5 x 1.25 inches. 1.3 Lbs. Intermediate Frequency (IF) shift Shortwave antenna trimmer LCD backlight with user control Sleep timer and snooze Favorite station wakeup timer Internally charges AA Ni-MH batteries Clean-design body with fine lines and metallic finish AC adapter/battery charger Includes Four AA Ni-MH batteries The E10 operates from 4 supplied rechargeable 1100 mAh Ni-MH AA cells. The AA cells can be charged inside the radio with the supplied AC wall charger. Inclu
Amazon.com Review
If hearing broadcasts from around the world is your thing, the E10 from Eton just might be the tool you're looking for. While the radio doesn't have the powerful features and reception of its big brother, the E1XM, the E10's scaled-down feature set and size make it simpler to operate and carry. The E10 has a few surprises, too, like an intermediate frequency (IF) set control, an antenna trimmer, and a bandwidth control -- features you'd expect on a much larger tabletop unit.p table align=left width=150 cellpadding=10 tr td img src="http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/e10-1-sm.jpg" border=0 align=topbrbrsmallibSimple to operate and carry, the E10 is great for tuning in the world wherever the notion strikes you. View larger./b/i/small/td/tr/table table align=right width=150 cellpadding=10 tr td img src="http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/e10-3-sm.jpg" border=1 align=topbrbrsmallibOn the left, connectivity, tone control, and antenna gain settings. View larger./b/i/small/td/tr tr td img src="http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/e10-4-sm.jpg" border=1 align=topbrbrsmallibOn the right, tuning and antenna trim. View larger./b/i/small/td/tr /table bDesign and Controls/bbr Measuring 7.5 x 4.5 x 1.25 inches, and weighing 1.3 pounds, the E10 is certainly in the compact radio category. Thankfully, the same rubberized coating that graces the exterior of the E1XM has been applied to the E10, giving it a stout and rugged feel. Most of the action can be found on the front of the unit, where you'll find a direct frequency entry keypad, as well as buttons for auto-scanning, up/down station selection, band selection, memory control, IF set, bandwidth, and slow/fast tuning. Meanwhile, power, sleep, and timer buttons are arrayed above the E10's speaker.p On the left side of the E10 you'll find a 3.5mm connector for an external FM or shortwave antenna. Eton generously includes a handy retractable antenna that can be plugged in here to enhance signal reception -- although there is a telescoping antenna on the top of the unit. In addition to a power port and stereo headphone jack, the side of the radio also sports an antenna gain switch that lets you choose between DX, normal and local modes, allowing you to tone down excessively strong AM or shortwave stations if need be. One curiosity is the "tone" switch, which lets you choose between bass and treble, but provides no adjustment for either one. We assume the switch is intended to enhance the lower or upper music ranges when selected, but the difference between the two settings wasn't that noticeable.p Three dials on the right side of the unit control manual tuning, antenna trim and volume. The knobs have a nice smooth action, but a note of caution here: The knobs can be easily -- very easily -- plucked from their posts. If you tend to jostle your gear around, you may find yourself looking for a lost knob.p In addition to AC power, the the E10 can run off of four supplied Ni-MH AA cells. These are automatically recharged when you plug the unit in. Of course, you can also use non-rechargeable AA cells in a pinch.p bLCD Display/bbr The E10's backlit display is crisp and clear, with a clean layout that makes it easy to control the radio's tuning, clock, and timer functions. A separate space in the upper right corner is provided for the clock display so you can view the time and tune the radio at the same time -- a nice touch. Selecting shortwave meter bands is a breeze with this display, as you just push the meter band button until the meter you want is displayed on the screen. The radio's memories are easy to browse and recall on the display, as well.p table align=left width=150 cellpadding=10 tr td img src="http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/e10-2-sm.jpg" border=0 align=topbrbrsmallibA retractable metal "foot" on the bottom of the E10 keeps it upright when you place it on a level surface. View larger./b/i/small/td/tr/table Another interesting feature of the E10, and one that depends on the display for its functionality is the system set codes system. Using specific codes, you can modify the E10's factory settings via the display and the numeric kaypad. Some of the options include changing the tuning steps for AM, changing the clock format, and altering the FM frequency range for different geographic locations.p bTuning Options/bbr Tuning the with E10 is pretty straightforward. The radio tunes MW (commonly known as AM), FM and shortwave signals, and you can choose from manual, auto-scan, direct frequency entry, or fine tuning modes. If you're new to shortwave, auto-scan will quickly become your friend. With it, we quickly made a lot of discoveries, and heard stations from all over the world -- although our limited language skills made it difficult to always know exactly to whom or what we were listening! We found the manual, up/down button press tuning the most laborious, but we liked the fine tuning accuracy made possible by the E10's tuning knob. With it, very meticulous tuning is possible, thanks to selectable fast or slow tuning modes.p We didn't have a chance to test the E10's two interference reduction methods -- the IF set control and the bandwidth selector -- but advanced users will surely find these functions highly useful. Another feature for advanced users, the antenna trimmer, effectively "matches" the antenna to the tuner for optimum performance in shortwave mode.p The E10's impressive memory system also deserves mention. With it, you can set up a huge catalog of stored frequencies -- 500 of them to be exact. Once stored, recalling all these memories is pretty easy, thanks to a straightforward on-screen interface that stores up to 50 memories across 10 memory "pages." You can also scan through your memories to rapidly find the frequencies that are currently broadcasting.p bPros/bbr ul liVery compact, given the radio's features and reception quality liClear layout of functions on the LCD liFast, accurate shortwave tuning /ul bCons/bbr ul liKnobs should be better secured to the unit liSomewhat useless "tone" switch /ul bWhat's in the Box/bbr E10 radio, earphones, carrying case, retractable antenna, AC adapter/charger, 4 rechargeable batteries, and owner's manual.
Amazon.com Product Description
If you're ready for the ultimate in portable radio technology, the E10 from Eton delivers. Part of Eton's Elite series of digital world radios, it features 550 programmable memories, manual and auto scan, precision tuning, and alarm clock features. It's the ideal way to listen to news, sports, and music from around the world. The E10 even allows internal recharging of its Ni-MH batteries (charger and batteries included).p bDesign and Controls/bbr Weighing in at just a hair over one pound, the E10's sleek, modern cabinet is 7.5 inches across and just 1.5 inches deep. A built-in antenna on the top of the device handles AM, FM and shortwave reception. The front of the unit features a large LCD display that clearly shows all the radio's modes and selected functions. An evenly lit backlight enables display viewing under all lighting conditions, and the LCD's calibrated signal meter gives you a clear view of signal strength. A keypad below the screen allows illustrious shortwave listeners to directly enter their shortwave band of choice, giving instant access to known broadcasts. There's also a stereo/mono selector, a rotary volume control, and a rotary shortwave antenna trimmer.p Tuning options abound; you can choose from a digital tuning knob with a frequency lock and fast or slow settings, the aforementioned direct keypad frequency entry method, or automatic scan tuning. And when you have your station locked in, you can tweak the sound quality with a high and low tone control. And for AM and FM stations, there's even an automatic tuning system that enters receivable stations into the radio's memory so you can browse them later.p bTuning and Bands/bbr The E10 is designed to receive shortwave, AM, AM medium wave, and FM signals. FM reception is robust, with tuning available in the 87-108 MHz ranges. shortwave signals can be received in the 1711 to 29999 range. A 9/10KHz step selector is provided for medium wave reception, as is a 1/5KHz step for the display of shortwave. Plus, there's a shortwave intermediate set feature that shifts the intermediate frequency to minimize interference during shortwave reception. While you make your broadcast discoveries, you can add them to the E1XM's programmable memory, which features 550 frequency entries, and a memory scan function lets you quickly browse your programmed entries.p bConnections and Power/bbr In addition to an external antenna jack for boosting signal levels, the E10 sports a headphone jack for private listening. The unit can be powered with the included AC adapter, four "AA" batteries, or via the built-in rechargeable battery.p bExtras/bbr The E10's digital clock can be set to display in 12 or 24 hour format. It also lets you wake up to your favorite station, while a sleep timer automatically shuts the radio off after a preset interval so you can drift off to sleep to the sound of the radio.p bWhat's in the Box/bbr E10 radio, earphones, carrying case, retractable antenna, AC adapter/charger, 4 rechargeable batteries, and owner's manual.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 12 more reviews...
 My best radio November 10, 2008
SpeedoNJ (NJ USA)
Well, I'm not a techie, so I"ve never used SW. As with all the Etons I have (FR400 is good but analog and too much Survivor) this does everything best. Great sound, and I"m not going to use the disclaimer "for it's size". br /I like radios and cameras, and I like them to do the simple things superbly withour over-thinking, and this does! 500 presets-c'mon I can spin the dial on AM, wouldn't remember which was #412 anyway. br /Now ny typical Sangean rant- the LCD works well, it keeps a charge forever, the ferrite has an indicator for where the radio should be placed, holds signal excellently, headphones (I date myself) or earbuds work well. br /I still can't understand what Ant Trim means, but why read the manual? br /Sony stuff is okay, Sangean s***s, Eton rocks! br /Like anything else, your personal preference is what makes you happy about what you get, you won't go wrong with this. Would love it to have XM capability so I can get reid of that infernal Delphi boombox
Eton E10 AM/FM Shortwave Radio August 25, 2008
N. Townsend
I, too, find the reception and the sound of the E10 to be good. The tiny power button, though, drives me to distraction. Press -nothing happens - press again - nothing happens - press a third time and it may or may not come on. Additionally, the radio, even with the standing prop in place, falls over very easily. The metal prop leaves marks on wooden tabletops if one is not careful. This radio has many nice features. I'm surprised some of the flaws weren't fixed right off the bat. br / br /
Great sound in a small package April 11, 2008
D. Freeman (Los Angeles, CA United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I've used this radio for a couple of years and am finally understanding all of it's capabilities. It's a very sophisticated little radio for someone who is still learning all the things technology is capable of. The sound is good and battery life is very good. If the batteries are charged to capacity I can use it for a week long camping trip without running out of power. My advice to anyone buying it is go for it, but DO NOT loose the Operation Manual. At some point you'll need it.
 SONY vs"ETon" (Grundig clones) debate March 1, 2008
Richard M. Caiander (Shelburne Falls, MA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
It's clear to me, in this size and price class [$100 - $200 Short Wave portable radios] SONY beats the "ETon" (Grundig spin off) radios hands down, imo. The SONY ICF-SW7600G/GR radios offer SYNCHRONOUS DETECTION plus SSB (LSB/USB), and high selectivity and sensitivity. I've had my SONY 7600G for years and love it. The no longer manufactured, SONY ICF-2010 semi-portable radio is even better! Of course, I don't expect any of these radios to perform like a Drake R8B. It important to note with the Internet age now highly developed, broadcast short wave radio has really taken a beating, esp. in places like the USA. Years back, for instance, the BBC and many other international SW broadcasters, offered a plethora of listening opportunities on SW radio frequencies beamed direct daily to North America and other targets all over the world. The majority of SW broadcast targets now-a-days are to the less technologically developed countries. This fact has likely impacted perhaps the public's perception of SW radio performance, esp. when someone new to SW buys a low price SW portable. These portable SW radios do OK in their performance/size/price bracket but cannot really compare with the much more expensive SW models. Expect to pay $1000 and up for a top notch radio.
E10 vs G5 August 19, 2007
Poppy's Friend (Upstate NY)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
I'm retired after 30 years of working with complex electronic systems so I have a sufficient background to make some reasonably insightful comments with regard to consumer electronics which are other than mere personal opinion. That said: br / br /I believe cost vs. function favors the G5 (you get SSB) with its smaller size it has no loss of audio quality (lets face it few audiophiles buy these radios for their 'sound') and the dual conversion of the G5 is of benefit for the MW/SW enthusiast. It would be wonderful that the best of both were available in one receiver however until that happens I nominate the Grundig G5 as the better value. br / br /I own both, use both and favor them above the Grundig S350DL which I also own and use. (I find it a bit bulky and a pain to transport although it is a technical whiz for what it is designed for). br / br /Having said what I did I do find the Eton E10 AM/FM Shortwave Radio does a fine job. Excellent sensitivity and selectivity, good looking, has a richness of technical features. The attributes that many women would find worthy of being married to if it were but human.
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