C. Crane CC Observer User's Manual
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1. lt s e LIGHT DISPLAY OFF B Telescopic Antenna D Display Light and Flashlight Switch CC Observer Page 5 Getting Started Powering Your Radio Before powering your radio be sure to read the Safety Instructions on page 10 The CC Observer can be powered in three different ways Power by Winding Unfold the handle from the side of the radio and rotate in either direction The green DYNAMO light on the front of the radio will glow indicating proper winding speed After 90 seconds of wind ing the radio will play for about 45 minutes Power using AA Batteries When using AA alkaline batteries the radio should play at normal volume for about 140 hours When using nickel metal hydrate rechargeable AA batteries about 100 hours of play can be expected This radio will not charge user installed batteries Inserting Batteries 1 Position the radio face down on a soft surface to protect it 2 Remove the battery compartment cover 3 Insert the 3 AA cell batteries into the compartment as indicated in the picture below Be sure the negative end is against the spring Refer to the picture below to insure correct installation of your batteries 4 Replace the battery cover On the front of the radio slide the Power Switch to Battery You are now ready to operate your radio on batteries xi eee Je CH E LO ARS Install 3 AA batteries as2. shown here Internal battery pack Page 6 CC Observer Getting Started Powering Your Radio Power by Charging Adapter optional accessory not included Connect the charging adapter between a 120Volts 60Hz wall outlet and the BATTERY PACK CHARGING JACK on the side of radio see location of jack on page 5 To fully charge the battery pack keep the charging adapter plugged in overnight When the battery pack is fully charged the radio should play for over 30 hours Note The charging adapter should only be used to charge the battery pack and should not be used to power the radio on a regular basis Leaving the charging adapter plugged into the radio for long periods of time will shorten the life of the internal battery pack Getting Started Display Panel 530 600 700 900 1100 1400 1710 Khz noera e Im 87 90 4 I8 102 105 108 MHz D AM Frequencies D Dynamo Indicator Light D FM Frequencies D Power Indicator Light CC Observer Page 7 Radio Operation TUNING The CC Observer features three bands AM FM and WEATHER 1 Position the power switch to BATTERY or DYNAMO 2 Select band by positioning the BAND SWITCH 3 Adjust TUNING dial to desired frequency For tuning weather position the WEATHER dial to the desired channel 2 Adjust volume by rotating the VOLUME CONTROL DISPLAY LIGHT To turn the display light on move the light switch to the DISPLAY position se
3. crainte nennt an n seaatctasecseess 4 5 Getting Started Powering Your Radio eene 6 Installing the Batteries sss 6 Display IE 7 Radio Operations sscciaiciccscsnsscscececescstecanceccctssecticersteiadseseesstexestesaesee 8 SPCC CATIONS nri ttem in Emu um npn eran RP 9 Safety Instructions cernentes ka nini 10 Personal Station Log eese neneneen enne 11 Thank you for choosing the CC Observer radio Read this manual carefully to get the best performance from this unit Unpacking The box should contain the CC Observer Radio earbuds five cell phone connectors and this manual If anything is missing or damaged please contact your dealer immediately We recommend you keep the box in the unlikely event your radio needs to be serviced CC Observer Page 3 Location of Controls Front of Radio ococoooooOoOoOoO0CcOcODOO coc ecooo coooeseeeeeeeeccoo coocooooooooocoocooo I VOLUME 0 e e o Page 4 Display Panel Tuning Dial Dynamo Crank Band Switch 0000 Power Selection Switch Volume Control Weather Dial Speaker CC Observer Location of Controls Side and Top of Radio LED Light Headphone Jack Phone Charging Jack D Battery Pack Charging Jack TE m y J L
4. C CRANE CC OBSERVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USE AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AN Before Use AN Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 10 before use It is important to read and understand all instructions Keep these precautions and instructions where all who use this radio will read them WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE THE RADIO BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE TRIAN GLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF DANGEROUS AN VOLTAGE INSIDE THE RADIO THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARN ING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THIS RADIO For your future reference Serial No Date of Purchase found inside the battery compartment Name amp Address of Dealer Copyright 2008 by C Crane Company Inc 1001 Main St Fortuna CA 95540 Phone 1 800 522 8863 Web ccrane com All rights reserved No part of this booklet may be reproduced in any form or means whatsoever without permission in writing from C Crane Company Inc Page 2 CC Observer Table of Contents Unpacking eem P EEEIEA 3 Location of Controls
5. ION AT MODERATE VOLUME AM 14mA FM 22mA Weather 22mA Flashlight 15mA Display light 4mA AUDIO Speaker 2 5 ANTENNA FM and Weather Band Telescopic whip antenna AM Band Built in Ferrite Bar WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS Weight 1 Ib Dimensions 7 25 W x 5 5 H x 2 D HEADPHONE JACK 1 8 3 5mm Will accept stereo or mono jacks Note Specifications are subject to change without notice CC Observer Page 9 Safety Instructions READ BEFORE A OPERATING EQUIPMENT A SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS To prevent damage to your radio or possible injury to you or others read these safety precautions and instructions entirely before applying power to your radio Keep these precautions and instructions where all who use this radio will read them 1 COMMON CARE A Check the radio and any accessories regularly Do not use the radio if there is any sign of damage Only operate in accordance with the instructions in this manual Only use attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer 2 DISCONNECT THE RADIO IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION A If you smell or notice smoke disconnect the optional AC Adapter immediately taking care to avoid burns Contact C Crane Company or their representative for inspection and service before any future operation Only use the AC DC Adapter recommended with the unit and replace it if wires become frayed or exposed It should have an output of 5 Volts DC Use only the recommended adapter Otherwise it may damage t
6. MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION Notice Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment
7. e Top of Radio diagram on page 5 The display light will remain on unless you turn it off FLASHLIGHT Located on the left side of the CC Observer is a flashlight consisting of three bright LEDs see Side of Radio diagram on page 5 To turn the flashlight on move the light switch to the LIGHT position The special LED bulbs last more than 10 000 hours and use very little electrical energy HEADPHONE JACK You can use a stereo or mono headphone with a 3 5 mm plug When you insert the headphone plug the speaker is disconnected PHONE CHARGER JACK In an emergency you may need to power your cell phone to make an important call Five of the most common types of cell phone adapters are included Attach the proper adapter between the PHONE CHARGER JACK and your cell phone Cranking the radio for just 90 seconds should give you enough time to make a few quick calls This of course will depend on the make and model of your cell phone Page 8 CC Observer Specifications FREQUENCY COVERAGE FM Band 87 5 108 MHz Stereo AM Band 520 1710 kHz WEATHER BAND Ch 1 162 400 MHz Ch 5 162 500 MHz Ch 2 162 425 MHz Ch 6 162 525 MHz Ch 3 162 450 MHz Ch 7 162 550 MHz Ch 4 162 475 MHz POWER SOURCE Batteries 3 AA size Internal Battery Pack NiMH 2 3 AA 650 MAH Battery Pack Charging Jack Internal Battery Pack can be charged with optional AC Adapter 5V 100mA DC Winding Generator 475 500 mA DC POWER CONSUMPT
8. he radio or cause a fire or electric shock 3 KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN A Dropping the radio can cause damage or injury Keep the AC Adapter cord in a position so someone cannot trip and cause the radio to fall 4 KEEP AWAY FROM WATER AND MOISTURE A Keep the radio dry Liquids and moisture can damage the radio If a liquid leaks into the radio do not operate and seek a qualified service shop To clean the radio remove the power and use a damp cloth on the exterior only 5 KEEP AWAY FROM EXTREME TEMPERATURES A Extreme temperatures can damage the radio Do not leave or use the radio where it can be subjected to high or very cold temperatures 6 DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE RADIO A Refer all service work to a qualified service shop when the radio does not appear to operate normally exhibits a change in performance or the radio has received damage Never open the radio as this may expose you to dangerous voltages and this will void all warranties 7 OUTSIDE ANTENNAS OR CABLES A Outside antennas or cables that create a potential hazard should not be used with this radio unless installed by qualified personnel Page 10 CC Observer PERSONAL STATION LOG Please feel free to copy this page CC Observer Page 11 Model CC Observer ANSI C63 4 2003 THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES OPERA TION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS 1 THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE AND 2 THIS DEVICE
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