1. Introdución
The Eton Mini Compact Radio is a portable receiver designed for listening to AM, FM, and Shortwave broadcasts. Its compact size makes it ideal for travel and everyday use, providing access to local and international radio stations. This manual provides detailed instructions for the proper setup, operation, and maintenance of your radio.
2. Contido do paquete
Comprobe se o paquete contén os seguintes elementos:
- Eton Mini Compact AM/FM/Shortwave Radio (Model NGWMINIB)
- Bolsa de transporte
- Manual de usuario
3. Características do produto
- AM/FM/Shortwave radio reception
- Digital tuning for precise station selection
- Internal AM antenna and telescoping FM/SW antenna
- Digital time display with bright orange backlight
- Función despertador
- Sleep timer for automatic power off
- Lock button to prevent accidental operation
- Auxiliary connectivity (headphone jack)
4. Controles e pantalla
Familiarize yourself with the radio's controls and display elements:

Imaxe 1: Fronte view of the Eton Mini Compact Radio, showing the digital display, speaker grille, and control buttons. The display shows 'FM Stereo 87.5 MHz'. Buttons for ALARM, TIME, MIN, and HOUR are visible below the display. The power button is located on the top right.
Controis do panel frontal:
- Botón ALARMA: Activa ou desactiva a función de alarma.
- Botón TIME: Úsase para definir a hora actual.
- Botón MIN: Adjusts minutes when setting time or alarm.
- Botón HORA: Adjusts hours when setting time or alarm.
Side Controls:
- Botón de acendido (arriba á dereita): Acende ou apaga a radio.
- Interruptor de bloqueo: Evita pulsacións accidentais de botóns.
- Tuning Wheel: Adjusts the radio frequency.
- Control de volume: Axusta o nivel de saída de audio.
- Jack para auriculares: For connecting headphones (3.5mm).
- Antena: Telescoping antenna for FM and Shortwave reception.
Pantalla dixital:
- Displays current frequency, time, and mode (AM/FM/SW).
- Indicates 'Stereo' when FM stereo signal is received.
5. Configuración
5.1. Instalación da batería
- Localiza o compartimento da batería na parte traseira da radio.
- Deslice a tapa do compartimento da batería.
- Insira dúas (2) pilas AA, asegurándose de manter a polaridade correcta (+/-) como se indica no interior do compartimento.
- Pecha a tapa do compartimento da batería de forma segura.
Nota: The radio requires 2 AA batteries. An AC adapter is not included but can be used with a compatible power input (check specifications for voltage and polarity).
5.2. Acendido/apagado
Preme o Botón de encendido located on the top right of the radio to turn it on. Press it again to turn the radio off.
6. Funcionamento
6.1. Sintonización dunha emisora
- Turn on the radio using the Power Button.
- To select a band (AM, FM, SW1, SW2), press the 'BAND' button (if available, or cycle through bands using a dedicated button, otherwise the tuning wheel might cycle). (Note: The provided JSON does not explicitly mention a 'BAND' button, assuming tuning wheel or implicit band selection based on frequency range).
- Extend the telescoping antenna for optimal FM and Shortwave reception. For AM, the internal antenna is used.
- Xire o Tuning Wheel on the side of the radio to scan for stations. The frequency will be displayed on the digital screen.
- Axustar o Control de volume ao nivel de escoita desexado.
6.2. Axustar a hora
- With the radio on or off, press and hold the Botón TIME until the hour display starts flashing.
- Usa o Botón HORA para axustar a hora.
- Usa o Botón MIN para axustar os minutos.
- Preme o Botón TIME de novo para confirmar e saír do modo de axuste da hora.
6.3. Using the Alarm Function
- Manteña premido o Botón ALARMA until the alarm time display starts flashing.
- Usa o Botón HORA e Botón MIN to set your desired alarm time.
- Preme o Botón ALARMA de novo para confirmar a hora da alarma.
- Para activar ou desactivar a alarma, prema brevemente o botón Botón ALARMA. An alarm icon will appear on the display when activated.
6.4. Temporizador de sono
The radio includes a sleep timer function that allows it to automatically turn off after a set period. Refer to the specific instructions in your radio's quick start guide for activating and setting the sleep timer duration.
6.5. Uso de auriculares
Insert a 3.5mm stereo headphone jack into the headphone port on the side of the radio for private listening. The internal speaker will automatically mute when headphones are connected.
7. Mantemento
7.1. Limpeza
Limpe o exterior da radio cun pano suave eamp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents, as these can damage the finish. Ensure no liquid enters the radio's openings.
7.2. Coidado da batería
- Replace batteries when the sound becomes low or distorted.
- Retire as pilas se non vai usar a radio durante un período prolongado para evitar fugas.
- Elimina as baterías usadas segundo a normativa local.
8 Solución de problemas
| Problema | Causa posible | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| A radio non se acende. | Pilas gastadas ou inseridas incorrectamente. | Comprobe a polaridade das pilas; substitúaas por pilas AA novas. |
| Mala recepción. | Antena non estendida; sinal débil; interferencias. | Extend telescoping antenna fully. Reposition the radio. Move away from electronic devices causing interference. |
| Clock resets when batteries are removed. | Normal operation; no internal backup power for clock. | Reset the time after replacing batteries. |
| Non se escoita son do altofalante. | Volume too low; headphones connected. | Increase volume. Disconnect headphones. |
9. Especificacións
- Modelo: NGWMINIB
- Dimensións: 2.7" L x 0.47" W x 4.3" H (6.86 cm x 1.19 cm x 10.92 cm)
- Peso: 5.6 onzas (158.76 gramos)
- Bandas de radio: AM, FM, Shortwave (SW1: 5.9-10MHz, SW2: 11.65-18MHz)
- Tecnoloxía do sintonizador: Dixital
- Fonte de enerxía: 2 pilas AA (non incluídas)
- Conectividade: Conector para auriculares de 3.5 mm
- Características especiais: Digital Tuning, Internal AM Antenna, Telescoping FM/SW Antenna, Alarm Clock, Sleep Timer, Lock Function
10. Garantía e soporte
Eton products are designed for reliability and performance. For information regarding warranty coverage, technical support, or service, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Eton websitio. Garde o recibo da compra como xustificante de compra para reclamacións de garantía.